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Visionect Evolves into an End-to-End Solutions Provider

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After more than 12 years in the e-paper signage space, Visionect evolves from a platform provider to a focused provider of end-to-end communications solutions in the public sector.  

JOAN parking and Visionect Urban

e-Paper technology long ago became much bigger than just e-books, now encompassing everything from meeting room displays to truck-side ads, bus stops, community hubs and much more. Electronic paper is robust, requires very little power and can be easily used in almost all conditions-- "the only display technology that checks all the boxes of versatile indoor and outdoor use," says Visionect.

Visionect have been using e-paper to transform locations into smart spaces-- a mission that will continue with further improved focus on end-to-end solutions providing more effective, relevant and non-intrusive real-time information in public environments.

Interconnected digital signs are a key element in the transformation of a city into a smart space-- and are crucial in empowering the transportation industry to make traffic better for everyone.

To support a truly intelligent and sustainable urban environment, however, the signage should be affordable, energy-efficient and independent from the power grid. This is why, says the company, you can already find Visionect-powered devices at airports, bus stops, train stations and anywhere else real-time information is needed. The technology has been at work in smart cities across the globe (Visionect-supported smart signage hubs are in Sydney, Auckland, Atlanta and Boston), operating in the most demanding conditions with "an impeccable zero failure rate and an even more impressive low-power consumption."

Empowered by the success of their end-to-end meeting room solution (Joan) and supported by increased user demand and a rapidly growing market, the company has now decided to step up their focus to work on end-to-end products, easy-to-use and scalable solutions to improve information sharing in public environments.

In short: What Joan is already for meetings, they hope Visionect Outdoor Display Solutions will soon become for the outdoor world.

All of their future products and solutions will continue to be built on Visionect`s  core technology, cutting-edge e-paper, now modular and enriched with features that support the implementation of the smart city agenda while plugging into the ecosystems that application providers already have in place.

To communicate the evolution of their business and to showcase the new direction of their products, they will be heading to Integrated Systems Europe (ISE 2020) to show how Visionect public communications solutions can help improve the everyday realities of urban living.

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Daktronics Achieves Extron's Quantum Ultra Videowall System Certification

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Extron welcomes Daktronics to the Quantum Ultra Certification program.

Extron is working with industry-leading display manufacturers to guarantee consistent, stable presentation of source content when using professional displays with the Quantum Ultra 4K Videowall Processor. Displays that pass an extensive testing program are identified as Quantum Ultra Certified.

The first Daktronics product to earn Quantum Ultra Certification is the NPN-4100 Series LED Video Wall Display utilizing the DI-6000 Display Interface.

Extron Quantum Ultra Certification

“Videowall applications demand the highest level of dependability and performance, especially in mission-critical environments,” says Casey Hall, Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Marketing at Extron. “The Quantum Ultra processor’s configurability and capabilities, such as support of 4K/60 video, combined with installation of Quantum Ultra Certified displays mean dependable videowall performance from integration to operation, including 24/7 applications.”

The Quantum Ultra video wall processor offers high performance features, including output rotation, output overlap, bezel compensation, and custom output resolution support, making it the perfect companion for a diverse array of display technologies.

The Quantum Ultra certification program eliminates compatibility concerns. System designers can take comfort knowing that the image processing and display products have been tested together using established parameters, such as image acquisition, image stability, and EDID management. By specifying a Quantum Ultra Certified display, you can streamline videowall integration, reducing the need for on-site troubleshooting.

Planar was the first videowall manufacturer to offer displays earning Quantum Ultra Certification. The two models to receive certification were the Planar DirectLight X 1.2 mm LED Video Wall System and the Clarity Matrix G3 MX55X LCD Video Wall System.

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Barco Adds to UniSee Range

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Barco UniSee 500

Barco announces an addition to the UniSee LCD video wall range-- the UniSee 500, with brightness levels reaching 500cd/m² making it ideal for environments with controlled and reduced lighting conditions.

Aimed at meeting rooms, TV studios, simulation systems and smaller control rooms, the UniSee 500 features what Barco claims is the smallest optical seam yet, almost eliminating the "black raster" effect seen in other LCD video walls. Meanwhile the platform is completely redesigned, bringing a "huge step forward" in image quality, installation precision, serviceability and reliability.

The UniSee Mount automatically alights the video wall and keeps it aligned over time (via the power of gravity), providing superior image uniformity. Automatic colour and brightness calibration comes through SenseX, while the upgraded UniSee Connect module allows for faster setup and maintenance. A wizard guides the user through the installation process, and individual panels are automatically recognised at the right position of the video wall. A local dimming feature allows for higher contrast, lower radiated heat and reduced power consumption.

The UniSee 500 also benefits from an ecosystem of tailored components, such as touch overlays, trim solutions and additional mounting structures, including a specially designed curved mounting solution for the creation of video walls with a concave curvature.

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AG Neovo Out-of-the-Box Signage at ISE 2020

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AG Neovo ISE 2020

Professional display and digital signage maker AG Neovo focuses on "Out-of-the-box Signage and Collaboration Display Solutions" at ISE 2020, with a showcase of display technology aimed at collaborative meetings and smart signage management.

The company highlights the Meetboard, a plug-and-play meeting and collaboration solution. Available in 65-, 75- and 85-inch sizes, the Meetboard promises quick starting meetings thanks to intuitive software (Meetboard App) and interactive apps (WPS Office and ScreenShare Pro). Meeting participants can share files via email, QR code or cloud drive, and the solution ships complete with video conferencing capability.

Also on show from AG Neovo is the range of cloud-enabled Neovo Signage displays. The NSD-Series 4K displays incorporate Neovo Signage, a cloud-based content management system (CMS) offering remote signage content and device management solutions, as well as smart publication and interactive displays.

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Sharp Foreshadows the Future of All Displays with SoC- and Cloud-Based 4K Monitors

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Sharp PN-HM SeriesAt DSE 2019, Sharp launches two new lines of 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) resolution commercial displays.

Sharp’s PN-HM Series includes the PN-HM651 65” Class (64 ½” diagonal), PN-HM751 75” Class (74 9/16" diagonal) and PN-HM851 85” Class (85 9/16” diagonal) displays. They each provide a brightness of 500 nits, are designed for 24/7 environments and are built to handle a range of signage needs, from simple set-ups to large networks with multiple displays.

The new PN-HB Series includes the PN-HB651 65” Class (64 ½” diagonal), PN-HB751 75” Class (74 ­9/16" diagonal) and PN-HB85185” Class (85 9/16” diagonal) displays. They each have a brightness of 350 nits, are designed for everyday 16/7 operation and are ideal for most well-lit environments, featuring versatility in commercial settings. 

Both new lines deliver digital signage straight out of the box with a built-in system-on-a-chip (SoC) controller.

Over at rAVe Publications,  co-founder Gary Kayye has been saying for years that the future of displays is built-in, thin-client computers (eliminating the need for a computer in the room and opening up the possibility of cloud-based content delivery) and both display lines come with Sharp’s integrated system-on-a-chip (SoC) controller driven by an ARM Cortex hexa-core processor. The displays support both H.264/AVC as well as H.265/HEVC. The latter is a next-generation, high-efficiency video codec that reduces the communication burden during video transmission and gives content a new level of depth and presence.

This platform also allows third-party soft­ware developers to create custom signage applications, allowing for rich possibilities for digital signage in retail, office and other settings. Sharp has alliances with various developers through its Sharp Open Architecture Program, including Appspace, Enplug, Capital Networks, Industry Weapon, Navori, Novisign, Omnivex, Onsign TV, PingHD, Revel Digital and Starmont.

Certification under the Google Compatibility Test Suite (CTS) assures compatibility with third-party Android apps. Moreover, the displays feature a pre-installed HTML5 browser and supports high-speed wireless LAN and features built-in Bluetooth connectivity, allowing users to deliver content and connect equipment wirelessly.

When the displays are powered on, a built-in media player automatically starts playing content stored in internal storage or on a USB memory device or microSD card. A simple schedule function allows users to pre-register seven patterns for when to start/stop the content playback. Users can also make playlists that combine still images and videos, all without any extra software, special skills, or even a PC. This capability allows for cloud-based content providers to serve content to the displays in the future.

The displays also come bundled with Sharp’s e-Signage S software, which supports creating, scheduling, distributing and managing a wide range of signage programs on Sharp LCD displays, as well as creating editing signage programs through simple drag-and-drop operation.

All of the new displays can be installed in landscape or portrait orientation, or even face up. They can also be tilted – either backward up to 90 degrees or forward up to 20 degrees. Up to four displays can be set up in a daisy chain configuration, allowing users to display the same content simultaneously on all screens.

The PN-HM751 and PN-HB751 smart 4K Ultra-HD displays will begin shipping in USA in April, while the PN-HM651, PN-HM851, PN-HB651 and PN-HB851 will ship later this spring 2019. 

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