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Local Web & Remote Interfaces

Bharat Signage Slideshow can be managed from your computer, phone, or tablet if the Android device is connected to the same local network (LAN).
For remote access, use file synchronization via HTTP/FTP, Google Drive, or Dropbox.


πŸ’» Web Interface​

The web interface is the primary management panel for advanced features.

πŸ”— Accessing the Web Interface​

  • Open any browser on your computer or mobile device.
  • Get the address from on-screen menu β†’ Help.
  • Common formats:
    • Rooted: http://<device_ip>
    • Non-rooted: http://<device_ip>:8080

⚠️ Note: If the device has multiple networks (e.g., Wi-Fi + 4G), ensure you're on the same active network. You may need to disable unused interfaces to resolve connectivity issues.

πŸ” Login​

  • Default username/password: bsadmin / 2024bsadmin##
  • Change credentials via:
    • Settings β†’ Users
    • Settings β†’ Password change
  • Forgot password?
    • Reset option available within 10 minutes of device startup on the login page
    • Requires physical access to the device

βš™οΈ Configurable Port Numbers​

You can customize port settings via:

  • Settings β†’ Device settings β†’ HTTP/HTTPS port number
  • On-screen menu β†’ Basic settings β†’ HTTP port number

πŸ”’ Ports below 1024 require a rooted device.
Common ports:

  • HTTP: 8080
  • HTTPS: 8443

πŸ” Web Interface via HTTPS​

Bharat Signage Offline supports secure HTTPS access:

  • Rooted: https://<device_ip>
  • Non-rooted: https://<device_ip>:8443

SSL Certificate​

  • By default, a self-signed SSL certificate is generated
  • You can upload a custom SSL certificate (PKCS12 format) via:
    • Settings β†’ Device settings β†’ Certificate for HTTPS

πŸ“ FTP Interface​

Access uploaded files using an FTP client (e.g., WinSCP, Total Commander).

FTP Settings​

SettingValue
IP AddressDevice’s LAN IP
Port (rooted)21
Port (non-rooted)8021
Username/PasswordSame as web login (admin/admin)
  • Check current port via: On-screen menu β†’ Help
  • Change port via: Settings β†’ Device settings β†’ FTP port number

⚠️ FTP is not encrypted. Avoid using it on open or insecure Wi-Fi networks.


🌐 WebDAV Interface​

Access files using a WebDAV client (e.g., WinSCP).

WebDAV Settings​

SettingValue
IP AddressDevice’s LAN IP
PortSame as HTTP/HTTPS
Path/webdav
Username/PasswordSame as web login (admin/admin)

⚠️ Windows’ built-in WebDAV client is not fully compatible (due to lack of Basic Auth support).