Digital signage is now everywhere in the UK, from menu boards and shop windows to reception screens and office dashboards. It lets you change prices, promotions and messages in seconds, without printing a single poster. This guide to digital signage in the UK explains how it works and how to choose the right Hisense commercial displays for your business.
What is digital signage?
Digital signage is any screen used to show business content: adverts, menus, wayfinding, news, social feeds or live data. A system has three parts: the display, a media player (built into many commercial screens) and content management software that lets you schedule what plays and where.
Types of digital signage displays
- Indoor commercial displays: for menu boards, receptions and in-store promotions, such as the Hisense DM66D range from 32 to 100 inches.
- Window-facing high-brightness displays: bright enough to be seen through glass in daylight, like the Hisense WF25E, WF35M and WF45H series.
- Video walls: ultra-narrow bezel screens tiled together for a big impact, such as the Hisense 46VW25E and 55VW25E.
- Interactive displays: touch screens for classrooms and meeting rooms, like the Hisense GoBoard.
- All-in-one LED walls: huge, seamless screens for boardrooms and events, such as the Hisense HAIO range.
Five things to check when buying digital signage screens
- Operating hours: commercial displays are rated for long or 24/7 use. The Hisense DM66D range is built for 24/7 operation.
- Brightness: indoor screens typically need around 350 to 500 nits; window displays need much more. The Hisense 55WF25E reaches 2,500 nits.
- Resolution: 4K UHD keeps text sharp on larger screens and when viewers stand close.
- Built-in player: Hisense DM66D displays run Android 11, so many signage apps can run without a separate media player.
- Orientation and mounting: check portrait support, VESA mounting and depth for your location.
The Hisense digital signage range
- Hisense 32DM66D – 32-inch Full HD IPS display for small menu boards and counters.
- 43DM66D, 50DM66D, 55DM66D and 65DM66D – 4K UHD signage for retail, hospitality and corporate spaces.
- 75DM66D and 86DM66D – large-format 4K displays for atriums and showrooms.
- Hisense 100BM66D – 100-inch 4K UHD display with 500 nits brightness, built for 24/7 use.
Where digital signage works best
Restaurants and QSRs use it for menu boards and upselling. Retailers use it for promotions and window displays. Offices, schools and healthcare use it for receptions, wayfinding and live information. Pair signage with HiStone EPOS and self-service kiosks for a joined-up customer experience.
Digital signage UK FAQs
How much does digital signage cost in the UK?
The cost of digital signage in the UK depends on screen size, brightness, quantity and software. A single indoor commercial display costs far less than a window display or video wall, so it is best to get a quote based on your sites.
Do I need a media player for digital signage?
Not always. Hisense DM66D digital signage displays run Android 11, so many signage apps can run directly on the screen without a separate media player.
Can digital signage run 24/7?
Yes, if you choose a commercial display rated for it. The Hisense DM66D range and the 100-inch 100BM66D are designed for 24/7 operation.
Who supplies Hisense digital signage in the UK?
B-Spoke Systems is an official UK partner for Hisense commercial displays, supplying digital signage UK-wide to businesses and resellers from Leicester.
Buy Hisense digital signage from B-Spoke Systems
B-Spoke Systems is an official UK partner for Hisense commercial displays and has supplied business technology since 2003 from Leicester. Browse the Hisense digital signage range or contact our team for trade pricing.