Before you begin
A few simple checks up front will make setup much smoother.
Use a modern Chromium browser
DashScene is designed for Chrome, Chromium, and Chromium-based Edge. Other Chromium browsers may work.
Test before you commit
Open a DashScene demo on the computer you plan to use and make sure it loads properly before spending time on kiosk mode or startup settings.
Keep it simple
Use an up-to-date browser, leave hardware acceleration on where available, and avoid extensions that may interfere with DashScene.
Use a second device if you can
Setup is easiest when DashScene runs on the tablet while DashScene Manager is open on another phone, tablet, or computer.
Start here
The easiest way to see whether DashScene will work well on your computer is to test it on that device first. Once you know it loads properly, choose your operating system below for setup steps, kiosk mode, and startup guidance.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the devices you plan to use are in good, safe working condition. Do not use devices with battery swelling, charging problems, power problems, excessive heat, physical damage, or other signs of hardware failure.
Browser Only
This method is best for computers that run a modern Chrome browser and will also be used for other tasks when they are not displaying DashScene. If the computer’s only job is to run a DashScene display, we recommend using the kiosk setup guide for its operating system instead.
1: Open the Webapp in the Google Chrome browser
Open Google Chrome or another Chromium based browser and navigate to https://dash.dashscene.com.
2: Look for the pairing screen
If the device is compatible, DashScene will load and show the pairing screen. Follow the instructions to start the DashScene setup process.
3: Finish setup in DashScene Manager
If you haven't done so already, on another device visit the URL that shows up on the pairing screen, or scan the QR code on the tablet. Guided setup will walk you through creating your Dash, creating an account if needed, choosing a plan, and checking out.
4: Put DashScene in Full Screen mode
Once setup is complete and your Dash is displaying information, use the onscreen controls to put it in full screen mode.
To do this, move your cursor to the DashScene logo in the lower right hand corner of the screen. This will reveal the on-screen controls. Once revealed, click on the full screen button.
5: Enjoy DashScene
Once you complete the setup process all that is left is to enjoy.
You can exit full screen by placing the cursor in the lower right hand corner to bring up the onscreen controls and clicking on the exit full screen button.
Windows Kiosk
DashScene Kiosk for Windows helps prepare Windows PCs and mini PCs to run DashScene as dedicated displays. It is the best fit when the computer’s main job is to keep DashScene visible throughout the day.
1: Download DashScene Kiosk installer
Download the DashScene Kiosk for Windows installer. It will help prepare this computer to open DashScene automatically.
2: Run the installer
Open the installer and follow the prompts. The DashScene Kiosk installer will guide you through the Windows settings it can prepare for you.
Let the installer restart the computer when it is finished.
3: Look for the pairing screen
Once the computer restarts DashScene will automatically load and show the pairing screen. Follow the instructions to start the DashScene setup process.
4: Finish setup in DashScene Manager
If you haven't done so already, on another device visit the URL that shows up on the pairing screen, or scan the QR code on the tablet. Guided setup will walk you through creating your Dash, creating an account if needed, choosing a plan, and checking out.
5: Configure Automatic Power On
Some computers can be set to turn themselves back on when power is restored. DashScene Kiosk does not configure this setting, so check your computer or mini PC’s documentation for options such as “power on after power loss” or “restore on AC power loss.”
6: Enjoy DashScene
Once you complete the setup process all that is left is to enjoy.
You can exit the kiosk by pressing Alt + F4 on your keyboard.
DashScene Kiosk for Windows FAQs
DashScene Kiosk is currently distributed as unsigned software. This means your computer may show an additional warning before downloading or opening it. The warning does not necessarily mean the app is unsafe; it means your computer cannot verify the publisher through a software-signing certificate.
Your browser may block the DashScene Kiosk download because the installer is not yet signed. This does not always mean the file is unsafe. It means the browser cannot confirm the publisher before allowing the download.
To continue safely, first make sure you are downloading DashScene Kiosk directly from the official DashScene website.
When you're ready, use the following steps to successfully download the DashScene Kiosk for Windows installer.
1: Click on the download link
Click on the DashScene Kiosk for Windows download link.
2: Find the DashScene download in your browser's downloads list
Open your browser's downloads lists and look for DashSceneKioskSetup.exe.
If the download was blocked you will see a warning message for that download.
3: Right click and select keep
Right click on the warning message and select Keep.
4: Confirm that you want to download the file
You will see another warning message asking you to confirm that you want to download the file.
To confirm your download, click on the chevron (⌵) in the Delete button and click on Keep anyway.
Windows 10 may show a Microsoft Defender SmartScreen warning because DashScene Kiosk is not yet signed. This warning means Windows does not recognize the installer’s publisher.
Before continuing, make sure you downloaded DashScene Kiosk directly from the official DashScene website.
When you're ready, use the following steps to continue through the warning and install DashScene Kiosk for Windows.
1: Double-click the DashScene Kiosk installer
Find the downloaded DashSceneKioskSetup.exe file and open it to begin installing DashScene Kiosk for Windows.
2: Select More info
When the Windows protected your PC message appears, select More info to view the option to continue.
3: Select Run anyway
Confirm the app is DashSceneKioskSetup.exe, then select Run anyway to start the installer.
4: Complete the installation
Follow the steps in the DashScene Kiosk setup wizard. When installation is complete, DashScene Kiosk will be ready to use.
Windows 11 may show a User Account Control warning because DashScene Kiosk is not yet signed. This warning means Windows cannot verify DashScene as the publisher of the installer.
Before continuing, make sure you downloaded DashScene Kiosk directly from the official DashScene website.
When you're ready, use the following steps to continue through the warning and install DashScene Kiosk for Windows.
1: Double-click the DashScene Kiosk installer
Find the downloaded DashSceneKioskSetup.exe file and open it to begin installing DashScene Kiosk for Windows.
2: Confirm the app and select Yes
When Windows asks whether you want to allow an app from an unknown publisher to make changes, confirm the app is DashSceneKioskSetup.exe, then select Yes to allow the setup wizard to open.
3: Complete the installation
Follow the steps in the DashScene Kiosk setup wizard. When installation is complete, DashScene Kiosk will be ready to use.
Raspberry Pi / Ubuntu Kiosk
Use this section for Raspberry Pi devices, mini PCs, and Linux desktops. If the computer can run a modern Chromium browser well, it should be a good candidate for DashScene.
1: Download DashScene Kiosk installer
Download the DashScene Kiosk for Ubuntu installer. It will help prepare this computer to open DashScene automatically.
In the Terminal, this can be done with the following command:
wget https://dashscene.com/download/ubuntu/DashSceneKioskSetup.sh
2: Run the installer
Open the Terminal and launch the installer using the command:
bash DashSceneKioskSetup.shFollow the prompts, the DashScene Kiosk installer will guide you through the Ubuntu settings it can prepare for you.
Let the installer restart the computer when it is finished.
3: Look for the pairing screen
Once the computer restarts DashScene will automatically load and show the pairing screen. Follow the instructions to start the DashScene setup process.
4: Finish setup in DashScene Manager
If you haven't done so already, on another device visit the URL that shows up on the pairing screen, or scan the QR code on the tablet. Guided setup will walk you through creating your Dash, creating an account if needed, choosing a plan, and checking out.
5: Configure Automatic Power On
Some computers can be set to turn themselves back on when power is restored. DashScene Kiosk does not configure this setting, so check your computer or mini PC’s documentation for options such as “power on after power loss” or “restore on AC power loss.”
6: Enjoy DashScene
Once you complete the setup process all that is left is to enjoy.
You can exit the kiosk by pressing Alt + F4 on your keyboard.
macOS Kiosk
Use this section for Apple Macintosh computers (Macs). If the computer can run a modern Chromium browser well, it should be a good candidate for DashScene.
1: Download DashScene Kiosk installer
Download the DashScene Kiosk for macOS installer. It will help prepare this computer to open DashScene automatically.
2: Run the installer
Open the installer and follow the prompts. The DashScene Kiosk installer will guide you through the macOS settings it can prepare for you.
Let the installer restart the computer when it is finished.
3: Look for the pairing screen
Once the computer restarts DashScene will automatically load and show the pairing screen. Follow the instructions to start the DashScene setup process.
4: Finish setup in DashScene Manager
If you haven't done so already, on another device visit the URL that shows up on the pairing screen, or scan the QR code on the tablet. Guided setup will walk you through creating your Dash, creating an account if needed, choosing a plan, and checking out.
5: Enjoy DashScene
Once you complete the setup process all that is left is to enjoy.
You can exit the kiosk by pressing ⌘ + Q on your keyboard.
Helpful setup notes
DashScene Kiosk is currently distributed as unsigned software. This means Windows or macOS may show an additional warning before allowing it to open.
This warning does not necessarily mean the app is unsafe. It means your computer cannot verify the publisher through a software-signing certificate.
To stay safe, only download DashScene Kiosk directly from the official DashScene website.
DashScene Kiosk is provided by DashScene to help set up a computer as a dedicated DashScene display.
Because the app is not yet signed, your operating system may ask you to confirm that you want to open or install it. This is expected for the current version.
For your safety, make sure the file was downloaded directly from DashScene before continuing.
DashScene is still early in its software distribution process, and code signing is not yet in place for the kiosk setup tools.
We understand that operating system warnings can feel concerning. Signing DashScene software is something we plan to support, but for now, your computer may require a few extra steps before the installer can run.
To close the kiosk you must use your keyboard to close the window.
- In Windows press the Alt and F4 keys at the same time. (Alt + F4)
- In Linux press the Alt and F4 keys at the same time. (Alt + F4)
- In macOS press the Command (⌘) and Q keys at the same time. (⌘ + Q)
Yes. A Raspberry Pi is a small, inexpensive computer about the size of a credit card. It can be a great option for a dedicated DashScene display when you want something compact and easy to leave running.
Yes, as long as it is still in good, safe working condition and can run a modern Chromium browser reliably. The easiest way to tell is to try the demo on that computer first.
No. If the browser is compatible, DashScene loads directly in the browser.
DashScene is designed for Chrome, Chromium, and Chromium-based Edge. For best results, keep the browser current, leave hardware acceleration enabled where available, and avoid extensions that may interfere with DashScene.
If the computer can run a modern Chromium browser well, it is a good candidate for DashScene. Performance will vary depending on the hardware.
Yes. A dedicated DashScene display works best when the computer and display stay awake, and when the browser is not interrupted by screen savers, power-saving features, or startup prompts.
Any display left on for long periods can experience image retention or burn-in, especially on some panel types. Use settings and hardware you are comfortable with, and follow the display maker’s recommendations.