Digital Notice & Advertising Display System
Department: Electronics and Communication Engineering
Student: [Your Name] Mentors: Dr. [Mentor 1 Name], Prof. [Mentor 2 Name]
Introduction (Problem Statement)
Traditional bulletin boards and printed posters are static, labor-intensive, and wasteful. They require physical replacement of notices, creating clutter and significant paper waste. For example, libraries note that “traditional bulletin boards rely heavily on printed materials, leading to significant paper waste”. In contrast, digital signage offers dynamic, remotely-updated displays that can replace multiple posters without any printing. By using an electronic display controlled via a network, we can update notices or ads instantly from a PC or phone, saving time and paper. This project aims to design a low-cost, remotely managed digital display (using LED/LCD screens with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity) to modernize notice boards, reduce waste, and improve communication efficiency.
System Block Diagram
Figure: Block diagram of the proposed digital signage system. The user (via Mobile/PC) sends content (text/images) → through a wireless module → to a processor (microcontroller/computer) → which drives the display panel.
Mobile/PC Input: User creates or selects content (e.g. a notice or advertisement) and sends it via a wireless interface.
Wireless Module: A Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/4G interface (e.g. ESP32’s Wi-Fi or a USB dongle) provides real-time connectivity to receive updates without manual intervention.
Processor (Controller): A microcontroller or single-board computer (e.g. ESP32 or Raspberry Pi 4) processes the incoming content and converts it into display commands. The Raspberry Pi can run a full OS for complex content, while the ESP32 offers a low-cost option with built‑in Wi-Fi.
Display Driver Circuit: Converts the processor’s signals into the appropriate format (LVDS/TTL/HDMI) for the screen. A driver board matched to the specific panel (LED/LCD) handles this.
LED/LCD Screen: A flat-panel display (24″–55″ typical) that presents the notices/ads. Modern LED displays consume relatively low power and have long lifetimes.
List of Components
Display Panel: LED or LCD screen (e.g. 24″ HD TV to 55″ monitor). A basic 24″ TV can cost around ₹6,000 (e.g. discounted price ₹5,999), while a larger 43″ smart LED might be ~₹19,000.
Controller: Raspberry Pi 4 (4GB model ₹700–1,200). Raspberry Pi offers high performance for video/graphics and is cost-effective. The ESP32 is an ultra-low-cost MCU with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, suitable for simpler content.
Wireless Module: If not on-board, a USB Wi-Fi adapter (₹200–500) or Bluetooth dongle. The ESP32 includes Wi-Fi internally.
Power Supply: 5V/3A USB-C SMPS for Raspberry Pi (₹800–1,200) or 5–12V SMPS for the chosen display. Ensure sufficient current for the screen’s backlight.
Display Driver Board: Often included with panels (HDMI/VGA interface), or a generic driver (₹1,000–2,500) for raw LED/LC