Setting up an Android player with the Yodeck Software (via APK)

Last updated on February 14th, 2025

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In case your Android device is Android 7 or earlier, please follow this guide.

Installing Yodeck on your Android Device

There are two ways to set up the Yodeck App on your Android device: a simple setup for testing purposes and an advanced setup for full deployment. Follow the instructions below for a smooth installation process.

  • Simple Setup (For Testing Purposes Only)
  • Advanced Setup (For Full Deployment)

This method is recommended for actual deployment on screens. After completing this setup, the app will have full control over the device, and uninstalling it will require a factory reset.

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IMPORTANT NOTE

Once this step is completed, the app will have full control over the device. To remove it, you will need to perform a factory reset.

On Your Android Device:

  1. Go to Settings > About Tablet (or TV) > Status Info.
  2. Find and note down your IP Address.
    • Add an image showing where to find the IP address in the settings menu.

On Your Computer:

  1. Download the Platform SDK (ADB):
  2. Unzip the downloaded files into a folder.
  3. Download the APK File:
  4. Open a Terminal Window:
    • Open the terminal in the folder where the SDK files are located.
  5. Connect to Your Android Device:
    • Run the following command:
    • adb connect ANDROID_IP_ADDRESS
    • Replace <ANDROID_IP_ADDRESS> with the IP address you noted earlier.
    • E.g.: adb connect 10.2.5.10
  6. Install the APK:
    • Run the command:
    • adb install ./updater.apk
    • Replace <./updater> with the downloaded file’s name.
    • E.g.: adb install ./1.0.0.apk

On Your Android Device:

  • After installation, open the app to start the setup screen.

On Your Computer:

  • Grant the necessary permissions by running the appropriate command based on your version:
    • Branded Version (Displaying the Yodeck logo):
    • adb shell dpm set-device-owner --user 0 com.yodeck.androidupdater/com.signage.library.MyDeviceAdminReceiver
    • Unbranded Version:
    • adb shell dpm set-device-owner --user 0 com.signage.androidupdater/com.signage.library.MyDeviceAdminReceiver

After completing these steps, the Yodeck App will automatically start and display the registration screen, which is ready for use.

Simple Setup (For Testing Purposes Only)

This method is ideal if you want to test the Yodeck App on your Android device. Please note that the app will not have full functionality, and you can uninstall it anytime.

  1. Download the APK File:
    • Branded Version: https://yodeck.link/androidv2
    • Unbranded Version: Whitelabel partners can find the latest unbranded APK in the Partners Console.
  2. Install the App:
    • Open the downloaded file.
    • On the setup screen, click “Skip For Now”.
    • Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.

Registering a Yodeck Android Player on your Account

After seeing the registration code on your Android TV screen or device, you must register the player to your Yodeck Account.

  1. Login to your Yodeck Account and Go to the “Screens” section.
  2. Create a new Screen entry by clicking the “+Add Screen” button.
  3. A new window will pop up. Choose the Android Player option.
  4. In the “Registration Code” field, type in the 9-digit registration code you see on your TV screen and click the “Save” button.
  5. After a minute or so, your player should register with your Yodeck Account, and it should start showing the assigned content on the screen.

Android Limitations

There are currently some limitations. Check them out here.

Need Help?

The Yodeck Support Team can help you out! Log in to your Yodeck account and Send us a message from the bottom right corner!