Installation

You can install ha-db_infoscreen via HACS (recommended) or manually.

Option 1: HACS (Recommended)

The easiest way to install and manage updates.

1. Open your Home Assistant instance.

2. Go to HACS > Integrations.

3. Click the + Explore & Download Repositories button.

4. Search for db-infoscreen.

5. Click Download.

6. Restart Home Assistant.

Option 2: Manual Installation

If you prefer not to use HACS:

1. Download the latest release zip from the GitHub Releases page.

2. Unzip the file.

3. Copy the db_infoscreen directory into your Home Assistant's custom_components directory:

   /config/custom_components/db_infoscreen
   

4. Restart Home Assistant.

Installing Beta Releases

Beta releases allow you to test new features or fixes before they are officially released.

Via HACS

As of February 2026, HACS makes switching to beta versions very simple:

1. Open your Home Assistant instance and navigate to HACS.

2. Search for or find db-infoscreen in your downloaded integrations.

3. Click on the integration to open its details page.

4. Click the three dots (overflow menu) in the top right corner.

5. Select Redownload (or Download).

6. In the dialog that appears, enable the toggle Show beta versions.

7. Select the desired beta version from the dropdown menu.

8. Download.

9. Restart Home Assistant when prompted.

Manual Beta Installation

1. Navigate to the GitHub Releases page.
2. Look for versions marked with a Pre-release badge.
3. Download the Source code (zip) for that version.
4. Follow the standard Manual Installation steps above (extract and copy the custom_components/db_infoscreen folder).
5. Restart Home Assistant.

Post-Installation

Once installed (and after a restart), you need to add the integration to your instance:

1. Navigate to Settings > Devices & Services.
2. Click + Add Integration.
3. Search for DB Infoscreen.
4. Follow the setup wizard to configure your first station.