How to Display Food Prices in Restaurants Using the Amazon Signage Stick

Digital signage is an excellent way for restaurants to showcase their menus and prices in a visually appealing and dynamic format. By combining the Amazon Signage Stick with PosterBooking, you can effortlessly display food prices and menus on your screens. Here’s a step-by-step guide to set up and display food prices using this modern solution.

Step 1: Prepare Your Screen

1.1. Choose Your Device

• Amazon Signage Stick: Includes a free year of PosterBooking Business Pro, offering unlimited screens, playlists, and uploads.
• Amazon Fire Stick: A budget-friendly option with 10 free screens when using PosterBooking.

1.2. Connect the Device to Your TV or Screen

1. Plug the Amazon Signage Stick into your screen’s HDMI port.
2. Connect it to a power source and ensure it’s connected to Wi-Fi.

Step 2: Install PosterBooking and Connect Your Screen

1. Go to the Amazon App Store on the device.
2. Search for and download the PosterBooking app.
3. Open the app, and a unique screen code will appear.
4. On the PosterBooking dashboard (accessible via a computer or smartphone):
   • Navigate to the Screens section.
   • Click Add Screen and enter the unique code displayed on the screen.
   • Assign a name to the screen (e.g., “Restaurant Menu Display”).
5. Click Add Screen to finalize the setup.

Step 3: Create and Upload Your Menu Content

3.1. Design Your Menu

• Use tools like Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or PosterMyWall to create your menu.
• Include:
  • Clear item names (e.g., “Cheeseburger Combo”).
  • Prices in bold text for visibility.
  • High-quality images of food items to enhance appeal.
  • A layout optimized for your screen’s resolution:
    • 1920×1080 pixels for horizontal (landscape) orientation.
    • 1080×1920 pixels for vertical (portrait) orientation.

3.2. Upload Your Menu to PosterBooking

1. Navigate to the Content section in the PosterBooking dashboard.
2. Click Upload Content and select your menu images or videos.
3. Wait for the upload to complete. Your content will now be stored in the content library.

Step 4: Create a Playlist for Your Menus

1. Go to the Playlists section in the PosterBooking dashboard.
2. Click Create Playlist and name it (e.g., “Food Menu”).
3. Add your uploaded menu content to the playlist:
   • Click Add Content.
   • Select the menu images from your library.
4. Save the playlist.

Tips

• If you have multiple menu items, add them all to the playlist to create a dynamic slideshow.
• Use the timer to set how long each menu slide appears (e.g., 10–15 seconds).

Step 5: Assign the Playlist to Your Screen

1. Navigate to the Screens section in the PosterBooking dashboard.
2. Locate your connected screen and click the plus (+) button beneath it.
3. Select the Food Menu playlist you created.
4. Click Save to apply the playlist to your screen.

Your menu with food prices will now display immediately.

Step 6: Optimize and Update Your Menu Displays

6.1. Schedule Menu Changes

• Use PosterBooking’s scheduling feature to display different menus at specific times:
  • Breakfast Menu: 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
  • Lunch Specials: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM.
  • Dinner Combos: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM.

6.2. Add Interactive Elements

• Include QR codes that link to your website, online ordering, or special offers.
• Example: “Scan to Order Online” or “Check Out Our Full Menu.”

6.3. Update Content Remotely

• Update prices or add new items easily via the PosterBooking dashboard. Changes are reflected on your screens instantly.

Benefits of Using PosterBooking with Amazon Signage Stick for Restaurants

• UNLIMITED Screens and Playlists: Ideal for managing multiple locations or varied menu items.
• UNLIMITED Storage: Upload as much content as you need without worrying about limits.
• Scheduling: Seamlessly switch between menus throughout the day.
• Dynamic Displays: Use images, videos, or slideshows to engage customers.
• Remote Management: Update menus anytime, anywhere.

Final Thoughts

Displaying food prices and menus using the Amazon Signage Stick with PosterBooking is an efficient, modern solution for restaurants. It enhances customer experience, makes menu updates seamless, and boosts visual appeal.

Take advantage of the free year of PosterBooking Business Pro included with the Amazon Signage Stick to unlock unlimited features and elevate your restaurant’s digital signage. Start transforming your screens into dynamic menu displays today!