Anthias is the free, open-source way to build a Raspberry Pi info screen. Connect a Pi to any display, install Anthias, and show live information, notices, and dashboards that update on their own. It is self-hosted, with no subscriptions and no cloud account to sign up for.
One Pi, an always-on information display
An info screen is any display that keeps people informed: a reception board, a team dashboard, a community notice board, a status wall. A Raspberry Pi is the perfect little engine for it because it is cheap, silent, and happy to run around the clock. Anthias handles the scheduling and playback so the screen looks after itself.
- Live, self-updating content. Point the screen at a web page or a dashboard and it refreshes on its own.
- Mix sources. Rotate images, video, and web pages in one playlist.
- Set and forget. A Pi behind the display can run unattended for months.
What to show on an info screen
Upload images or video, or point Anthias at any web page, and set how long each item stays up. For ready-made content, the free signage apps drop straight into Anthias: a world clock for distributed teams, live weather and air quality, news and RSS feeds, and rotating quotes or safety reminders.
Getting started
Install Anthias from a pre-built disk image or the one-line installer, connect your Pi to the screen, and add your content. See Get Started for the full walkthrough, or the broader guide to Raspberry Pi digital signage.
Frequently asked questions
What can a Raspberry Pi info screen display?
Anything you can show as an image, a video, or a web page: dashboards, calendars, notices, live data, and the ready-made signage apps above.
Is it free?
Yes. Anthias is open source and free to run on any number of Raspberry Pi devices. You only need the hardware.