Archive for Digital Signage
Posted on Feb 3, 2010 by admin at 7:22 am
BrightAuthor 2.0 Enhanced With Interactive Playlists & Network Manager Features
BrightSign is introducing a brand-new release of its BrightAuthor software – a central interface to create, publish and network digital signage displays. BrightAuthor 2.0 makes it easier than ever to create full screen and multi-zone playlists for looping displays, and to implement BrightSign features such as day-parting and simple networking
Posted via Industry Today. Are you into it?
Stand 12F84, Integrated Systems Europe, 2-4th February 2010, RAI Amsterdam, NL
Simple Software Takes the Guess Work Out of Creating and Publishing Presentations
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, 2 February 2010 – BrightSign is introducing a brand-new release of its BrightAuthor software – a central interface to create, publish and network digital signage displays. BrightAuthor 2.0 makes it easier than ever to create full screen and multi-zone playlists for looping displays, and to implement BrightSign features such as day-parting and simple networking.
http://www.industrytoday.co.uk/it/brightauthor-20-enhanced-with-interactive-playlists–network-manager-features/0469
Posted on Jan 27, 2010 by admin at 11:01 am
Will the new Apple iPad have a role in digital signage. It can certainly play SignChannel content, images & video but will also allow for incredible interactivity. Is there a role for this device in the digital signage kiosk space?
Posted on Jan 13, 2010 by admin at 8:39 am
Many new media player devices were announced at CES from the Popbox to Boxee and dozens of prototypes being shown off from the ODMs. These devices promise to bring internet content to TV screens circumventing the cable companies and many are priced between $100 and $150. With a media player that runs SignChannel, a TV screen and a SignChannel account, you’re off to races with a compelling digital signage solution at a very affordable price.
Posted on Jan 4, 2010 by admin at 9:07 am
As reported on WirelessPictureFrame the iSlate, iTab, Apple Tablet or whatever it will be called is one of the most anticipated devices of 2010. With the addition of a FrameChannel or SignChannel app, this device could be an interesting digital signage device. Imagine a series of pre-canned slideshows that could be played in passive mode or enable the user to select a a show in “kiosk mode” to get the information they desire. The possibilities are endless but one thing is sure, stores will need to find a way to lock these down as knowing Apple they will be a hot item for a while.
Posted on Dec 30, 2009 by admin at 9:00 am
Displaus2Go, a division of George Patton Associates Inc., is now offering a digital signage solution, including hardware, software and content, for almost any business and commercial environment.
“Digital signage solutions are currently offered in three different media options: flash media players, SignChannel, and Revel Digital,” said Justin Baillargeron, new product marketer for Bristol, R.I.- based Displays2Go. “These options offer an array of styles to choose from, including custom slide shows, and/or live streaming.”
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Posted on Dec 2, 2009 by admin at 8:34 am
SignChannel (http://www.signchannel.com) has made some significant updates to its software as a service platform to enable a powerful, low cost, easy to manage digital signage solution that is perfect for any small business.
-Integrates with a variety of low cost devices (WiFi photo frames, media players and PCs)
-Offers a content library of 1000+ channels of content (from news, weather, sports scores, stock quotes and more) to mix with your personal content
-Enables highly granular control of your slideshow mixing your own promotions and content with content from the SignChannel library
-Is so simple to use, you can be up and running in under 30 minutes
For more information please visit http://www.signchannel.com
Posted on Nov 17, 2009 by admin at 6:52 am
Three Scala-based digital signage networks were recognized at the 2009 DIGI Award’s held in New York.
Exton, Pa (PRWEB) November 16, 2009 — Three Scala-based digital signage networks were recognized at the 2009 DIGI Award’s held in New York. The DIGI Awards aim to honor the resellers, integrators and service providers who have excelled at developing successful projects for their clients, and advancing the digital signage industry as a whole. Scala installations in following categories were awarded:
Miele’s Digital Signage Network
The award for Best New Content Management Software/Web-based (SaaS) went to Thinking Screen Media for its SignChannel product, also powered by Scala software.
http://www.prweb.com/releases/2009/11/prweb3206914.htm
Posted on Nov 10, 2009 by jfinegold at 12:41 pm
Digital Signage continues to show promise
AUSTIN, TEXAS — DisplaySearch indicated in its latest Monthly Large Format Commercial Displays Sell Through Report that large (26”+), non-consumer LCDs had their highest sell-through quarter ever in US commercial distribution in Q3’09, with shipments up 41% Q/Q and 19% Y/Y. In addition, September sell-through was up 49% from shipments in August, and was the largest sell-through month on record for LCD commercial-use displays.
http://www.ecnmag.com/news-LCD-Digital-Signage-Takes-Off-in-USA-110909.aspx
Posted on Nov 3, 2009 by emily at 6:45 am
Digital signage website DailyDOOH.com recently interviewed Thinking Screen Media CEO Alan Phillips. In the interview, Phillips talks about his plans when the company started, the current direction of the company and it’s platforms, FrameChannel and SignChannel.
To read the interview, click here.
The DailyDOOH is put together by a dedicated team of industry analysts, journalists and researchers. It highlights industry analysis, market research, commercial and technical due diligence, product design, software reviews, RFI / RFP management, branding and market entry strategy that is useful to the Digital Signage business.
Posted on Oct 30, 2009 by Jane Goodwin at 12:05 am
Rave Computer today unveiled two new aluminum fanless small form factor computer systems, one “green” PC, designed specifically for low power commercial applications and one MIL-SPEC-810F for rugged environments. These products were revealed during the MILCOM 2009 exhibition.
RCT 1610 Aluminum Fanless Computer System
Versatile and radically thin, the RCT1610 Small Form Factor computer is a fanless, low-profile system designed around the new Intel D945GSEJT motherboard.
Sturdy and compact, the RCT1610 offers a variety of mounting and display options. It is excellent for nettop, industrial control, and light digital signage applications as well as point of sale, kiosk and thin client applications.
The Rave RCT1610 features a lightweight , fanless, ultra-slim case. It allows enough space for a 2.5″ notebook HDD and offers optional wi-fi capability. The case can either stand upright or lie flat, or it can be VESA-mounted to the back of an LCD screen. Both mounting options are included as standard equipment.
“Rave is committed to offering innovative system designs that keep the diverse requirements of our customers in mind,” said Karl Rosenberger, Product Development Manager, Rave Computer. “That’s just what you see with our versatile small form factor computers. The RCT1610 is designed for users demanding affordable yet stylish internet-centric or low power computing solutions.”
Product Features include:
* Intel Atom N270 processor
* Supports up to 2GB of DDR2 memory
* Ideal for Internet, POS, kiosk and thin client applications
* Multiple display interface connections (VGA, DVI-D, USB)
* Wireless b/g option available utilizing PCI Express mini Card slot
* Solid State and SATA II Disk Options
* VESA-compatible holster included for wall- or monitor-mounting
* 12V DC power input (120VAC external power supply included)
* 7″W x 1.5″H x 7″D
RCV 6100 Aluminum Fanless Vehicle Computer System
The RCV 6100 system is a rugged MIL-SPEC-810F in-vehicle computer for use in any car, truck, boat or any other 6 to 36VDC application.
Compact, durable, and flexible by design, this system allows users to easily meet varying requirements and features an extremely wide operating temperature range, due to the extremely low power consumption of the Intel Atom processor.
The RCV 6100 design is in compliance with the eMark vehicle industrial standard. The RCV 6100 boasts an incredibly wide range of features such as power ignition delay control, low-power protection and SMBus connection, meeting in-vehicle operation requirements.
The GPS function enables driver navigation applications which can be used to optimize fleet management. Optional 802.11b/g/n, 3.5G, and Bluetooth availability make the RCV 6100 ready for wider wireless network coverage and ready to accommodate future trends. Multiple display connections make the RCV 6100 an ideal choice for in-vehicle signage applications as well.
Additional peripherals are available, such as anti-shock/vibration mounting kits, a smart battery backup option, an IP60 kit for dust and splash resistance, and a radio frequency kit.
Product Features include:
* Built-in Intel Atom N270 processor
* Availability of GSM/GPRS/WCDMA/HSDPA/GPS
* e13 Mark Certification
* External smart battery back up support
* One 2.5″ SATA II HDD & One CF
* 6~36V DC power input
* One PCI-104 Expansion Slot
* Multiple display interface connections (VGA, DVI-D and LVDS)
* 10.24″W x 1.97″H x 7″D
For a complete list of product specifications, download Rave’s RCT1610 and RCV6100 at:
* http://www.rave.com/docs/rugged/RCV6100.pdf
* http://www.rave.com/docs/general/RCT1610.pdf - Rave Computer
Source: Zikkir.com
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