Overview
Many issues that cannot be resolved by repeating the configuration process for BrightSign players can some times be resolved by performing a factory reset. This method is also known as the "reset tool" by Carousel Support which wipes the internal registry of the player.
Factory Reset Guide
Step 1: Unplug the BrightSign player and remove the SD card.
Step 2: Insert the SD card into a computer and delete all of the card's contents. Optionally, format the SD card as FAT32 if corruption is suspected.
Step 3: Download the autorun.brs file from this link [autorun.brs]
Step 4: Insert the SD card into the player.
Step 5: Plug the power connector back in.
Step 6: After a few seconds the player will display "Deleting Recovery settings" followed by "Settings Deleted. Remove script from flash card, and Restart" at this point unplug the player the remove the SD card again. *
Step 7: Follow your preferred BrightSign configuration process.
* If too much time elapses the BrightSign player will apply an internal update and eventually display the BrightSign web setup page. If this happens, just power off the player, and proceed like normal. Do not power off the player if the internal update has started, wait until the web setup page is loaded before powering off.