System Requirements

Hardware and software requirements for running LobbyFlight

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System Requirements

Ensure your setup meets these requirements for optimal LobbyFlight performance. This guide covers everything from display hardware to network specifications.

Display Hardware Requirements

🌟 Recommended Setup (Optimal Experience)

Display Specifications:

  • Size: 32" or larger (40"-55" for large lobbies)
  • Resolution: 1920x1080 (Full HD) minimum
  • Type: Commercial-grade LED/LCD display
  • Brightness: 350+ cd/m² (nits)
  • Viewing Angle: 178°/178° (H/V)
  • Orientation: Landscape (16:9 aspect ratio)
  • Mounting: Wall mount or stand

    • Why Commercial Displays?

  • 24/7 operation rating
  • Higher brightness for lobby lighting
  • Longer lifespan (50,000+ hours)
  • Better warranty coverage
  • Anti-burn-in technology

    • ✅ Minimum Requirements (Budget Option)

    Display Specifications:

  • Size: 24" minimum
  • Resolution: 1366x768
  • Type: Consumer LED/LCD TV
  • Brightness: 250 cd/m²
  • Orientation: Landscape

    • Suitable For:

  • Small hotels
  • Limited budgets
  • Testing/demo purposes
  • Back office displays

    • 📱 Android Device Requirements

    For Dedicated Android Displays:

  • OS Version: Android 7.0 (Nougat) or higher
  • RAM: 2GB minimum, 4GB recommended
  • Storage: 16GB minimum (8GB free)
  • Processor: Quad-core 1.5GHz or better
  • Browser: Chrome 90+ (auto-updates)

    • Recommended Android Devices:

    DeviceRAMStoragePrice RangeBest For
    ---------------------------------------------
    NVIDIA Shield TV Pro3GB16GB€150-200Premium performance
    Xiaomi Mi Box S2GB8GB€50-70Budget option
    Chromecast with Google TV1.5GB8GB€50-70Simple setup
    Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K2GB8GB€40-60Good value
    Generic Android TV Box4GB32GB€60-100Customizable

    Network Requirements

    🌐 Internet Connection

    Minimum Bandwidth:

  • Download: 10 Mbps
  • Upload: 1 Mbps
  • Latency: <100ms
  • Packet Loss: <1%

    • Recommended Bandwidth:

  • Download: 25+ Mbps
  • Upload: 5+ Mbps
  • Latency: <50ms
  • Packet Loss: 0%

    • Data Usage Estimates:

    ActivityData Usage
    ---------------------
    Initial setup~10MB
    Per flight refresh~200KB
    Per hour~2.4MB
    Per day~58MB
    Per month~1.7GB
    With weather widget+150MB/month

    🔌 Network Configuration

    Required Ports:

  • Port 80 (HTTP) - Outbound
  • Port 443 (HTTPS) - Outbound
  • WebSocket support for real-time updates

    • Network Requirements:

  • DHCP or Static IP support
  • No captive portal/login page
  • No proxy authentication
  • Stable connection (99%+ uptime)

    • WiFi vs Ethernet:

    ConnectionProsCons
    ------------------------
    **Ethernet**Most stable, faster, no interferenceRequires cable run
    **WiFi 5GHz**Good speed, less interferenceMay need strong signal
    **WiFi 2.4GHz**Better rangeMore interference, slower

    Browser Support

    ✅ Fully Supported Browsers

    Chrome (Recommended)

  • Version: 90 or higher
  • Platform: Windows, Mac, Linux, Android
  • Auto-updates: Yes
  • Features: 100% supported

    • Microsoft Edge

  • Version: 90 or higher
  • Platform: Windows, Mac, Android
  • Based on: Chromium
  • Features: 100% supported

    • ⚠️ Partially Supported Browsers

    Firefox

  • Version: 88 or higher
  • Limitations: Some animations may differ
  • Features: 95% supported

    • Safari

  • Version: 14 or higher
  • Limitations: Refresh behavior varies
  • Features: 90% supported

    • Samsung Internet

  • Version: 13 or higher
  • Platform: Samsung devices
  • Features: 95% supported

    • ❌ Not Supported

  • Internet Explorer (any version)
  • Opera Mini
  • UC Browser
  • Browsers older than 2020

    • Operating System Options

    🤖 Android (Recommended)

    Pros:

  • Native Chrome support
  • Easy kiosk mode setup
  • Low cost hardware
  • Auto-updates
  • Touch screen support

    • Setup Complexity: ⭐⭐ (Easy)

    🪟 Windows PC

    Requirements:

  • Windows 10/11
  • 4GB RAM minimum
  • Chrome browser
  • Auto-login configured

    • Pros:

  • Familiar interface
  • Remote management
  • Multiple display support

    • Setup Complexity: ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderate)

    🐧 Raspberry Pi

    Requirements:

  • Raspberry Pi 4 Model B
  • 4GB RAM version
  • Raspbian OS
  • Chromium browser

    • Pros:

  • Very low cost (~€60)
  • Low power usage
  • Small form factor
  • Customizable

    • Setup Complexity: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Advanced)

    🍎 macOS

    Requirements:

  • macOS 10.15 or higher
  • Safari 14+ or Chrome
  • 4GB RAM minimum

    • Pros:

  • Reliable
  • Good performance

    • Setup Complexity: ⭐⭐⭐ (Moderate)

    Alternative Display Solutions

    📺 Smart TV with Browser

    Many modern Smart TVs include web browsers:

    Compatible Brands:

  • Samsung (Tizen OS)
  • LG (webOS)
  • Sony (Android TV)
  • TCL (Roku/Android)

    • Limitations:

  • Browser may be outdated
  • Limited kiosk mode options
  • Slower performance
  • Manual updates required

    • 🖥️ All-in-One Solutions

    Commercial Digital Signage Displays:

  • Samsung MagicINFO
  • LG webOS Signage
  • Sony BRAVIA Professional
  • NEC Display Solutions

    • Pros:

  • Built-in media player
  • Remote management
  • Commercial warranty
  • 24/7 operation rated

    • Cons:

  • Higher cost (€800+)
  • May need configuration

    • Performance Optimization

    For Best Performance

  • Close Unnecessary Apps

    • - Free up RAM

    - Reduce CPU usage

    - Prevent interruptions

  • Disable Animations

    • ```

    Settings → Developer Options:

    - Window animation: 0.5x

    - Transition animation: 0.5x

    - Animator duration: 0.5x

    ```

  • Network Priority

    • - Use 5GHz WiFi over 2.4GHz

    - Ethernet over WiFi

    - QoS settings for display device

  • Regular Maintenance

    • - Clear cache monthly

    - Restart weekly

    - Update browser monthly

    Performance Benchmarks

    Page Load Time Targets:

  • Initial load: <5 seconds
  • Subsequent loads: <2 seconds
  • Tab switch: <1 second
  • Data refresh: <3 seconds

    • Bandwidth Calculations

    Single Display

    Basic Operation:

    Hourly: 2.4MB
Daily: 58MB
Monthly: 1.7GB
Yearly: 20.4GB

    With All Features:

    Hourly: 3.2MB
Daily: 77MB
Monthly: 2.3GB
Yearly: 27.6GB

    Multiple Displays

    For hotels with multiple displays:

  • Each display needs independent bandwidth
  • Consider QoS/traffic shaping
  • Monitor total usage
  • Plan for peak times

    • Not Supported

    ❌ Incompatible Setups

    Hardware:

  • Displays smaller than 24"
  • Portrait orientation (9:16)
  • CRT monitors
  • Projectors (readability issues)

    • Software:

  • Android versions below 5.0
  • iOS/iPhone (no kiosk mode)
  • Windows XP/7/8
  • Outdated browsers

    • Network:

  • Satellite internet (high latency)
  • 3G mobile connections
  • Dial-up connections
  • Heavily restricted firewalls

    • Pre-Installation Checklist

    Before installing LobbyFlight, verify:

    Hardware:

  • [ ] Display meets minimum size (24")
  • [ ] Resolution is 1366x768 or higher
  • [ ] Android/PC device available
  • [ ] Device has 2GB+ RAM

    • Network:

  • [ ] Internet speed >10 Mbps
  • [ ] Ports 80/443 accessible
  • [ ] No captive portal
  • [ ] Stable connection verified

    • Software:

  • [ ] Chrome browser installed
  • [ ] Latest browser version
  • [ ] Auto-updates enabled
  • [ ] Pop-up blocker disabled for LobbyFlight

    • Scalability Considerations

    Planning for Growth

    Single Display Setup:

  • Start with minimum requirements
  • Test in lobby environment
  • Gather guest feedback
  • Plan upgrade path

    • Multiple Display Setup:

  • Consider centralized management
  • Plan network capacity
  • Budget for commercial displays
  • Implement monitoring

    • Chain/Enterprise Setup:

  • Standardize hardware
  • Central configuration management
  • Dedicated support contact
  • SLA considerations

    • Getting Help

    Compatibility Questions

    Not sure if your setup will work?

  • Check Our Compatibility Tool

    • - Visit: lobbyflight.com/compatibility

    - Enter your specifications

    - Get instant feedback

  • Contact Pre-Sales Support

    • - Email: sales@rifadigital.com

    - Include hardware details

    - Get personalized recommendations

  • Try Demo Mode

    • - Test with your actual hardware

    - No commitment required

    - Full feature access

    Summary

    Essential Requirements:

  • 24"+ display in landscape mode
  • Android 7.0+ or modern PC
  • Chrome browser
  • 10+ Mbps internet
  • 2GB+ RAM

    • For Best Experience:

  • 32"+ commercial display
  • Dedicated Android device
  • Ethernet connection
  • 25+ Mbps internet
  • 4GB+ RAM

    • Meeting these requirements ensures your LobbyFlight display operates smoothly 24/7, providing reliable flight information to your guests.

    Ready to proceed? Check our Quick Setup Guide to get started!

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