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Installing Cenareo on ChromeOS

Installing the Cenareo application on ChromeOS devices (Chromebook, Chromebox, ChromeOS Flex) in Kiosk Mode enables secure and centralized digital signage broadcasting.

This approach does not require Mobile Device Management (MDM) or enterprise-level administration.

This guide walks you through the complete browser-based setup process.

Prerequisites

Before starting the app installation, here are the prerequisites :

  1. Device Compatibility: Ensure your device runs ChromeOS (Chromebook/Chromebox) or ChromeOS Flex (converted Linux/Windows/Mac hardware)

  2. Google Workspace Account: A Google Workspace for Business account with administrative privileges

  3. Kiosk License: Chrome Enterprise license for Kiosk and Signage mode

  4. Internet Connection: Stable internet connection required for initial setup and continuous operation

  5. Domain Management: Devices will be managed under your organization's domain (e.g., @yourcompany.com)

Initial device setting

For New ChromeOS Devices:

  1. Power on the device (ChromeOS comes pre-installed)

  2. Follow the initial setup wizard

  3. Connect to Wi-Fi network

  4. Allow OS updates to complete

For ChromeOS Flex Devices:

  1. Follow the ChromeOS Flex installation tutorial

  2. Complete the initial setup as above

Configure Kiosk Application

Access Google Admin Console:

  1. Navigate to admin.google.com

  2. Sign in with your administrative account

  3. Go to Devices > Chrome > Devices (image 1)

Set Up Kiosk Mode:

  1. Click on Kiosks in the left sidebar

  2. Click Add Kiosk App (image 2)

  3. Select URL as the application type

  4. Enter the Cenareo URL: https://get.cenareo.com/display/index.html

  5. Configure the following settings:

  • Auto-launch app: Enable

  • Screen Rotation: 0 degrees (landscape) (image 3)

  • Allow user to exit: Disable

Network settings (if needed)

Configure Wi-Fi (if needed):

  1. In Google Admin Console, go to Devices > Chrome > Settings

  2. Click Network in the left sidebar (image 1)

  3. Click Add Network

  4. Configure your Wi-Fi settings:

  • Network name (SSID)

  • Security type and password

  • Advanced settings (proxy, VPN) if required

  1. Click Save

  2. The network will be automatically applied to all devices in the organizational unit (image 2)

Device Settings Configuration

Power Management:

  1. Go to Devices > Chrome > Settings (image 1)

  2. Select Device Settings (image 2)

  3. Configure Kiosk Power Settings: (image 3)

  • AC Power: Set appropriate sleep/wake schedule

  • Battery Power (for mobile devices): Configure power-saving options

Security Settings: Disable Guest Mode

  • In Device Settings, set Guest Mode to Disabled

  • Auto Source Switching: Ensure devices remain on the correct input source

Deploy to Device

  1. Restart the ChromeOS device

  2. The device will automatically download and launch the Cenareo application

  3. The Cenareo player interface should appear in full-screen kiosk mode

Pair Device with Cenareo

  1. Keep the 8-character pairing code displayed on the screen

  2. Log in to https://manage.cenareo.com

  3. Go to the Screens section

  4. Select the screen to pair

  5. Click Token Association

  6. Enter the pairing code

  7. Confirm

Troubleshooting frequents problems

Device not appearing in Admin Console:

  • Verify the device was set up with a Workspace account

  • Check that enterprise enrollment completed successfully

  • Ensure the device is connected to the internet

Kiosk application not launching:

  • Verify Kiosk license is active

  • Check URL configuration in Admin Console

  • Restart the device to refresh policies

Network connectivity issues:

  • Verify Wi-Fi credentials in Admin Console

  • Check firewall settings for required domains

  • Test network connectivity outside of kiosk mode

Content not updating:

  • Verify device has internet connectivity

  • Check Cenareo CMS for pending updates

  • Force refresh by restarting the device

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