SoC vs media player

when setting up fusion signage, you'll need something to run the fusion signage application and display your content there are generally two ways to do this using a system on chip (soc) screen or connecting an external media player to your screen both options can work well with fusion signage, but the best choice will depend on your setup what is system on chip (soc)? a system on chip screen has its own built in operating system and processing power, allowing fusion signage to run directly on the screen there's no separate media player required once fusion signage is installed on the supported screen, it can connect to your account and begin displaying content benefits of soc fewer devices and cables no separate media player to mount or power cleaner installation easier physical setup great for straightforward digital signage deployments soc can be a particularly good option when purchasing new commercial displays that are already compatible with fusion signage what is a media player? a media player is a separate device connected to your screen, usually via hdmi fusion signage runs on the media player rather than directly on the screen the screen itself simply displays the output from the player benefits of a media player can be used with screens that don't support fusion signage directly makes it easier to add digital signage to existing screens hardware can be replaced without replacing the display can offer more flexibility depending on your signage requirements which option should i choose? there's no single option that's best for every setup if you're purchasing new compatible commercial screens and want a clean, simple installation, soc may be the best fit if you already have screens in place, need greater hardware flexibility, or your screens don't support fusion signage directly, an external media player may be the better option your reseller or integrator can help recommend the right approach based on your screens, environment and how you plan to use fusion signage before purchasing hardware not every soc screen or media player will necessarily support fusion signage we recommend checking our supported hardware and installation guides before purchasing or deploying new equipment if you're unsure, reach out to your reseller or the fusion signage team and we can help confirm compatibility looking for something else? we can’t wait to hear about it reach out to our sunshiney support and we'll be in touch in a flash