Getting Started

Set up your Glint display.

From unboxing to a personalised dashboard in under 10 minutes. This guide walks you through every step.

What's in the box

Glint display

7.5" tri-colour e-paper, 800 × 480 px

USB-C cable

For charging

5000 mAh battery

Built-in, lasts 1–6+ months

Setup in 5 steps

1

Power on

Flip the power switch on the right side. On first boot, the screen shows a Welcome screen with setup instructions and a QR code.

2

Connect to WiFi

Your Glint creates a temporary WiFi hotspot so you can enter your home network credentials.

  1. a. On your phone or laptop, connect to WiFi network "Glint" (password: configure)
  2. b. A config page opens automatically, or scan the QR code on the display
  3. c. Tap Scan Networks, choose your home WiFi, and enter the password
  4. d. Tap Save. The device restarts and connects

Note: Glint supports 2.4 GHz WiFi only. Make sure you connect to a 2.4 GHz network, not 5 GHz. Config mode times out after 3 minutes. Press the middle button to re-enter it.

3

Adopt your device

After connecting, your Glint registers itself with the server. You need to adopt it to link it to your account.

  1. a. Go to dash.glintdisplay.com and log in or create an account if you have not
  2. b. Navigate to Devices. Your new display appears as Unadopted
  3. c. Click Adopt to assign it to your account
4

Build your dashboard

Think of widgets like apps on your phone. Each one shows a piece of info like bus arrivals, weather, calendar, news, or anything else.

Pick your widgets

Browse the widget gallery. Some work right away, others need a quick setup (like connecting your calendar or choosing a bus stop).

Arrange a layout

Create a new layout and drag widgets onto the 4 × 2 grid. Resize and reposition however you like. Preview in real time before pushing to your device.

5

Schedule & assign

Create a timeline to rotate layouts throughout the day: bus arrivals in the morning, news in the evening. Then assign the timeline to your device and you're done.

Your display updates automatically. No need to touch it again unless you want to change things up.

Available widgets

Pre-built widgets ready to drag onto your dashboard. You can also create custom widgets with HTML/CSS and connect to any REST API.

Bus Arrivals

Real-time LTA bus timing

Weather

Weather forecast

Google Calendar

Upcoming events

News

CNA & Straits Times headlines

ActiveSG Gym

Live gym occupancy

Clock

Analog or digital

Countdown

Days until an event

Image

Add a static image by URL

Yahoo Finance

Stock prices & tickers

Spotify

Now playing info

RSS Feed

Any news source

Custom Widget

Your own HTML + any API

Device overview

7.5" e-paper display 800 x 480 pixels Power Switch On / Off Restart Restart the device Clear Screen Refresh to blank white Config Mode WiFi & server setup Manual Refresh Manually poll the server USB-C Charging

Buttons

Glint has a power switch and four buttons along the right edge of the device.

PWR

Power Switch

Top. Turns the device on and off

Restart

Reboots the device

Clear Screen

Refreshes to a blank white screen

Config Mode

Re-enter WiFi and server setup

Manual Refresh

Force an immediate display update

Factory reset: Hold the USB-C button area for 5+ seconds. This clears all settings and returns to the Welcome screen.

Display modes

Black & White Default

~2 second refresh. Lower power draw, longer battery life. Best for frequent updates.

Black, White & Red

Full refresh takes about ~20 second to refresh, also supports black/white flicker-free refreshes for ~1 second. Richer visuals with a red accent colour. Uses more power per refresh.

Switch modes anytime from the dashboard under Device Settings.

Battery & charging

  • Charge via USB-C. Works with any standard USB charger.
  • Full charge takes about 8–10 hours. A green LED shows while charging; it blinks green when full.
  • Battery life: 1–6+ months depending on refresh frequency and display mode.
  • Monitor battery level from the dashboard

Firmware updates

Glint updates itself over-the-air (OTA). When a new version is available, your device downloads and installs it automatically on the next refresh. No cables needed.

Care & maintenance

  • • Display: E-paper doesn't emit light, so it's perfectly readable in sunlight. No eye strain, no burn-in risk.
  • • Cleaning: Wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Avoid liquids on the screen.
  • • Temperature: Best kept indoors between 15–35 °C. Do not place under direct sunlight or by the window as it may affect its performance and longevity.
  • • Storage: If storing long-term, charge to ~50% and power off.

Troubleshooting

Display shows "Cannot Connect to Server"
Check your WiFi. Press the middle button to re-enter config mode and update your WiFi credentials.
Display is blank after adoption
Wait up to 60 seconds for the next refresh cycle. Press the bottom button to force a manual update.
Can't find the "Glint" WiFi network
Make sure the device is on and in config mode (press middle button). Config mode lasts 3 minutes.
Device not appearing in dashboard
Check the server URL is correct and WiFi is connected. The device registers automatically on its first successful poll.
Battery draining fast
Switch to B/W mode. Reduce refresh frequency in device settings.

Quick specs

Display

7.5" e-paper

Resolution

800 × 480 px

Colours

B/W + B/W/Red

B/W refresh

~2 seconds

Colour refresh

~20 seconds

Battery

5000 mAh

Battery life

1–6+ months

WiFi

2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n

Chip

ESP32-S3

Charging

USB-C

Updates

Over-the-air

Need help?

Reach out anytime. We're happy to help you get the most out of your Glint.

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