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Remote File Synchronization

With Bharat Signage, you can remotely update display content from any location — no need for physical access to the device or a shared local network. This is made possible by syncing a ZIP file from a publicly accessible HTTP or FTP server.

✅ Requirements​

To enable remote content updates, ensure the following:

  • Android device with stable internet connectivity
  • Bharat Signage installed on the device
  • Access to an HTTP or FTP server available over the internet
  • A ZIP compression tool like 7-Zip, WinRAR, or WinZip

🔧 Step-by-Step Guide​

  1. Create a ZIP Archive
    Package all the content files (images, videos, etc.) you want to display into a .zip file.

  2. Upload to Your Server
    Upload the .zip file to your HTTP or FTP server. Ensure the file is accessible via a direct URL.

  3. Access the Web Interface
    Open Bharat Signage's web interface from a browser on the same local network.

  4. Set Synchronization Interval
    Navigate to Settings → Device Settings and set the Synchronization interval (e.g., 3600 seconds = 1 hour).

  5. Add Synchronization Entry
    Go to Tools → File Synchronization and add a new sync entry:

    • URL: Provide the full link to your .zip file (must start with http://, https://, or ftp://)
    • File name: Use file.zip — the name must end in .zip

  6. Reload the Application
    Restart Bharat Signage. It will automatically download, extract, and begin displaying the contents of the ZIP file.

  7. Update Anytime
    To update content later, just replace the ZIP file on your server. The app will fetch and apply the updated content at the next interval.

🛠 Troubleshooting​

If the device does not show new content:

  • Check the log via Information → Log in the web interface
  • Ensure the server URL is accessible from the Android device

🔐 Securing Your Server with Authentication​

To restrict access to the ZIP file:

  • Configure Basic Authentication on your HTTP or FTP server
  • Include the username and password in the URL:
Format: protocol://username:password@your-server.com
Example: http://admin:securepass@files.bharatsignage.com/file.zip