BrightSign GPIO-TB-6

Connecting external devices to a BrightSign media player's GPIO port often requires fiddling with a tiny 3.5mm jack or soldering custom cables. The BrightSign GPIO-TB-6 solves this by converting the player's 3.5mm GPIO port into a convenient 6-pin screw terminal block, enabling quick, reliable, and tool-free connections for buttons, LEDs, sensors, relays, and other control hardware.

Who is it for

This breakout board is ideal for AV integrators, digital signage installers, and automation engineers who need to interface BrightSign players with physical controls or sensing devices. It is compatible with BrightSign XD, XT, HD, and LS series players that feature a 3.5mm GPIO port.

Main features

• Converts the player's 3.5mm GPIO jack to a 6-pin screw terminal block
• Provides 4 GPIO channels (digital input/output), plus 3.3V power and ground terminals
• Includes a 1.8m (6ft) 3.5mm stereo jack cable for direct connection to the player
• Supports external devices such as push buttons, LEDs, motion sensors, and relays
• Compact, durable ABS plastic housing with metal alloy terminals
• No soldering or special tools required – simple screw-down wire connections

Specifications

• Product type: GPIO terminal block / breakout board
• Player-side connector: 3.5mm stereo jack (male)
• External device connector: 6-pin screw terminal block
• GPIO channels: 4 (digital input/output)
• Total terminals: 6 (4 GPIO, 1 x 3.3V power, 1 x ground)
• Power output from player: 3.3V DC
• Included cable length: 1.8 m (6 ft)
• Housing material: ABS plastic
• Terminal material: metal alloy
• Colour: black
• Operating temperature: 0°C to 50°C
• Mounting: free-standing / desktop

Tips

Ensure the BrightSign player is powered off before making connections. Use 16–28 AWG wire for the screw terminals and tighten securely to avoid intermittent contacts. For LED indicators, connect the anode to a GPIO terminal and the cathode to ground, then configure the GPIO as output in BrightAuthor software.