Merge branch 'master' of https://github.com/museumvictoria/nodel

README.md

@@ -3,14 +3,21 @@ About
 
 [Nodel](http://nodel.io) is a digital media control system for museums and galleries.
 
-Nodel is typically used to control digital media in galleries, museums, corporate meeting rooms and digital signage.
+Nodel is typically used to control digital media devices in galleries, museums, corporate meeting rooms and digital signage.
 
 
 Technologies
 ============
 
 * Java
-* Python
+* Python (using Jython)
+
+Quick start
+===========
+* download a release
+* `java -jar nodelhost-2.0.7-rc1.jar`
+* drop some [recipes] (https://github.com/museumvictoria/nodel-recipes) into `nodes` folder
+* check http://localhost:8085
 
 Building and releases
 =====================
@@ -19,6 +26,12 @@ Building and releases
   * `gradle :nodel-jyhost-java:build` 
   * Check `nodel-jyhost-java\build\distributions\standalone` directory
 
+Notes
+=====
+* ensure Java 7 or higher is installed (use `java -version`)
+* for service / daemon use, see [wiki pages] (https://github.com/museumvictoria/nodel/wiki)
+* check `bootstrap` files for startup config
+
 Licenses
 ========
 * Platform - [Mozilla Public License, version 2.0](http://www.mozilla.org/MPL/2.0)