Digital Signage

NEC Corporation Unveils New LCD Display Model

Virtual Press Office has published an excellent article about NEC’s new LCD display model:

neclogoNEC Corporation unveils a new LCD display model enhanced by more than 30 advanced features of the Digital Signage Technology Suite that allow it to stand out in heavily-lit environments.

With a brightness measurement at 1500 cd/m² and remarkable contrast ratio of 3500:1, the MultiSync X461HB boasts 110% higher brightness than NEC’s previous-generation displays. The MultiSync X Series display is ideal for environments heavy with ambient light, such as corporate lobbies, atriums and restaurants.

The MultiSync X461HB includes ambient light sensor technology, which automatically adjusts the backlight depending on the ambient lighting brightness and maximizes the power management feature. Its advanced thermal protection begins with an extra thermal layer on the display panel to diffuse heat and follows with a fan-based technology specifically designed to work in both landscape and portrait modes. Internal temperature sensors control self-protective circuits, while special self-diagnostics communicate the status of thermal characteristics. The thermal protection can be monitored and controlled both locally and remotely.

The MultiSync X461HB includes the following features:

* Professional-grade LCD panel and components for the most demanding digital signage industry requirements
* 1360 x 768 WXGA native resolution in true 16:9 aspect ratio
* Brightness of 1500 cd/m2
* Contrast ratio of 3500:1 (typical)
* Built-in expansion slot, which allows for seamless integration of current and future NEC accessories and third-party components
* Sealed panel design, which provides protection against dust, grease and steam in less than optimal environments
* Carbon footprint meter, which informs and motivates responsible use of the display by calculating and tracking carbon savings
* Ethernet Control and Communication technology, which provides the highest level of remote display management and includes such features as automatic email notification for diagnostic purposes
* Diverse input connectors, which allow for maximum compatibility and flexibility during product implementation
* Improved auto-detection scheme, which quickly finds new connections and allows for user customization of input selection
* Optional speakers and stand

The MultiSync X461HB is backed by a 3-year parts and labor warranty including the backlight and will be available for July 2009 shipment with estimated street price of $3,899.

About NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc.

Headquartered in Itasca, Ill., NEC Display Solutions of America, Inc., is a leading designer and provider of innovative desktop LCD displays, professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of projectors, and integrated display solutions. NEC Display Solutions develops leading-edge visual technology and customer-focused solutions for a wide variety of markets, including enterprise, professional, education, medical and digital signage. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America, consumers can call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the Web site at www.necdisplay.com.

Media Contact:
Philip Anast
Tech Image (for NEC Display Solutions)
(847) 279-0022, x238
philip.anast@techimage.com

ConnectedSign, LLC Opens State-of-the-art Digital Signage Showroom

Central Penn Business Journal, in a press release dated April 16, 2009, reports that ConnectedSign has opened their Solutions Showroom for Digital Signage and Interactive Kiosks:

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Lancaster, Pennsylvania, U.S.A, April 16, 2009:

ConnectedSign, a leading integrator of Digital Signage systems announced today the opening of their Solutions Showroom for Digital Signage and Interactive Kiosks.

Loren Bucklin, ConnectedSign President says: “The purpose of the showroom is to display all types of equipment and software solutions in a real-world environment. We have standard displays, projection and touch screens running in all orientations and displaying every kind of content. Content is displayed for all types of markets so visitors can see what is possible within their market or industry. The database driven content is dynamic and helps visitors understand the full scope of usage.”

Hardware and software vendors are invited to display their latest products and use the showroom to demonstrate to customers instead of trying to arrange inconvenient site visits of live installations. Connectedsign’s Solution Showroom is centrally located and served by several major Airports and Amtrak.

Included as part of the floor plan are working office spaces for customers and northwall_resizedtravelling vendors. Vendors can arrange visits with their customers and use the office space while on the road. Digital Signage customers can visit the showroom to view all the possibilities and attend an educational seminar that explains not just the parts and pieces, but the actual deployment scenario that may be right for them.

“We have long had the need for a location that functions as a showroom/meeting facility and even training for small groups said Roger Starkweather, Connectedsign Business Development Manager. “Whether it’s a single customer or a team looking at a large deployment, nothing beats actually seeing a live installation, being able to comfortably go behind the scenes, touch the wiring and hardware and watch the process of content input and updating.”

About ConnectedSign
ConnectedSign has over sixteen years of experience planning, deploying and managing digital sign systems and kiosk networks. ConnectedSign provides an end-to-end solution for businesses that are serious about using Digital Signage in their operations.

Contact:
USA
Loren Bucklin
e.Mail : lbucklin@connectedsign.com

Phone: 866-833-2723
Fax: 866-833-2723

120-A West Airport Road
Lititz, PA 17543

Canada
Loren Bucklin
e.Mail: lbucklin@connectedsign.com

Phone: 866-833-2723
Fax: 866-833-2723

120-A West Airport Road
Lititz, PA 17543

www.connectedsign.com