Medialon says that its MxMVideroMediaPlayer is a new device driver plugin that makes it easy for Medialon control systems to communicate with and synchronize shows to video playback from VideroMediaPlayer. The plugin communicates with VideroMediaPlayer software over the network, allowing Medialon systems to play Channels, Playlists, and Compositions, as well as jump to the next […]

I am writing this column as ISE begins to wind down. One of my favorite things about rAVe [Publications] is the way that it covers trade shows. The video interviews are so valuable to someone who is not at the show and wants to see what the newest trends are. I always spend some time […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) will present a full-day pre-show program on Tuesday, March 15 specifically aimed at Professional AV/IT System Integrators. Produced by System Contractor News Editor-At-Large Kirsten Nelson, the Connected Screen Conference will run from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. focusing on building better AV integration business models. The program will feature top industry […]

The first four-day Integrated Systems Europe exhibition came to a close on 12 February with a final count of 65,686 registered attendees. This represents a 6,338 (10.7 percent) increase on the 2015 edition and officially positions ISE as the world’s largest AV and systems integration tradeshow. “The volume of attendee traffic and its spread over […]

LED screen manufacturer PixelFLEX just launched something called the reFLEXion LED video display. The freestanding and WI-FI enabled reFLEXion is a lightweight, portable and customizable LED video for digital signage applications. Marketed as a simple replacement for traditional static and backlit signage, the reFLEXion LED stand is a self-contained 2.5-millimeter pitch/resolution video display with mobility […]

BroadSign International, LLC and Key Systems Out of Home Software Ltd, have announced the integration of their platforms following the announcement of Primesight’s conversion to BroadSign. United, the two systems allow network operators to easily manage their digital screens and static signs. BroadSign’s cloud-based software for digital out-of-home is the leading solution of its kind […]

AV industry icon Edward D. Matthews III, chairman and founder of Visix, Inc., passed away in his sleep the evening of February 15, 2016 at his home in Atlanta, Ga. at the age of 73. For almost 50 years, Ed Matthews has been a fixture in the AV industry, and been a key player as […]

The Digital Signage Federation (DSF), a non-profit trade organization serving the digital signage industry, has finalized a working relationship with the organization formerly known as OVAB Europe, which will start operating as DSF Europe, an independent affiliate of the Digital Signage Federation. The change will commence in the coming week once approved by OVAB Europe […]

Mitsubishi Electric has announced at ISE 2016 two WUXGA models in 62″ and 72″, and two 1080p versions in 60″ and 70″, each offering a minimum 100,000 hour lifespan — over 11 years of 24/7 operation — irrespective of the brightness mode employed. This represents a significant improvement over the 80,000 hours of earlier models […]

FriendMedia announced it’s started shipping its digital signage media player with HDMI pass through. Dubbed the FriendMedia Player Pro, it’s only $199 and then $69 a month for the CMS. Aimed at the small businesses digital signage market, it can display live sports games, TV shows, movies or any other streaming entertainment while simultaneously displaying […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) will present an escorted pre-show coach tour on Tues., March 15. The program will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. showcasing live case study installations featuring exterior treatments on the famed Las Vegas Strip, as well as resort, casino, retail, museum and nightclub interior locations. Digital Signage Expo’s 11th Annual […]

DisplayTen debuted its DTEN70 at the 2016 Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) show. Integrated with DisplayTen Wireless Technology, the DTEN70 is a 1080p resolution 70” monitor with built-in collaboration as well as touch. It uses an ARM Cortex A9 Dual Core CPU with 8 GB of memory and inputs conclude HDMI, VGA and AV over the […]

Sony is broadening its line of laser light source (Z-Phosphor) projector line in the mid-brightness range with three new models between 4,100 and 6,000 lumens. The new models are the VPL-FWZ65 (6,000-lumen WXGA); VPL-FWZ60 (5,000-lumen WXGA); and the VPL-FHZ57 (4,100-lumen WUXGA). Designed for commercial applications including education, corporate, large venue and entertainment, the new models […]

Barco has announced a new product in its super-narrow bezel LCD video wall portfolio. The OverView IVD range joins the existing OverView OVD and KVD ranges, Barco’s worry-free LCD video wall displays tailored for use in control rooms. With its high brightness (700 cd/m²), low TCO, and special display surface optimized for displaying bright backgrounds […]

Exterity today announced that at ISE 2016 it will demonstrate ArtioSign, its solution enabling organizations to combine digital signage with IP video. ArtioSign enables businesses to stream TV and video  alongside live news updates and tailored messages to strengthen their communications. Designed for organizations that want to install multiple displays to enhance the employee, visitor […]

Vivitek is launching the NovoDS a wireless digital signage media player for text, photos, audio, video and Web content and it’s fully customizable. Key features include: An easy-to-manage digital signage solution for creating dynamic multimedia content Complete with a user-friendly interface to generate signage content with text, photos, audio, video,feeds, widgets, IP streams, USB and IP camera […]

Christie today launched its new Christie Velvet Apex Series of LED tiles featuring 1.2 and 1.6 millimeter pixel pitches. Part of the Christie Velvet family, Apex Series is designed for 24/7 critical viewing applications including command and control rooms, and high security surveillance monitoring. Apex Series’ are also suitable for corporate lobbies, museums, large-scale experiences, […]

Peerless-AV today announced that it’s CLAIMING as the industry’s first Universal Modular LED Wall Mounting System. Featuring a pop-out mechanism that can be adapted to support various brands and display sizes, Peerless-AV’s LED Wall Mounting System is a modular design enabling custom installs for specific configurations. Key features of the Universal Modular LED Wall Mounting […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE), the world’s largest international trade show and educational conference dedicated to digital displays, interactive technology and digital communications networks, will feature Platt Retail Institute’s Digital Retail Forum as a full-day, pre-show educational opportunity. The Digital Retail Forum: How In-store Technology is Redefining Retail, scheduled to run from 9 a.m. to 5 […]

NEC Display Solutions Europe has expanded its portfolio of high brightness displays with the launch of a 75-inch display designed for areas with high levels of ambient light, and where the harsh environment of sunlight would affect the performance of normal displays. Displays that can be used in high brightness environments add much-needed flexibility and […]

NEC Display Solutions Europe has launched the 8000-lumen PX803UL projector, a laser/phosphor light projector aimed at large venues and rental and staging, higher education, museums, large corporations and for signage applications. Solid State Light source (SSL) technology means the WUXGA 1920×1200 PX803UL requires no lamp replacement, removes filter costs and eliminates the need for maintenance, […]

With 10,000 lumens brightness and WUXGA resolution, the black EB-Z10005U is a new installation projector from Epson. Able to project portrait aspect images for digital signage, the EB-Z10005U has a flexible installation angle, lens shift for off-centre positioning and plenty of calibration options, with optional Wi-Fi and HDBaseT connectivity. At 10,000 lumens the EB-Z10005U is […]

There’s a lot of talk around the tech industry about how Sharp’s HQ is hemorrhaging money. We even wrote a story two weeks ago about the potential of them being bought by Foxconn who’s now offering $5.5 Billion for them. But, all the while, Sharp continues to crank out new models — including three this […]

Extron just introduced the HAI 100 4K, an audio embedder that embeds two-channel analog audio or digital two-channel S/PDIF audio onto the HDMI output signal. The HAI 100 4K includes an HDMI input, analog stereo audio and S/PDIF audio inputs, as well as an HDMI output. It is HDCP compliant, supports data rates up to […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) announced today that it will host a two-day event to run concurrently with DSE 2016. Presented by the Society for Experiential Graphic Design (SEGD), DesignX Workshop: Designing Customer Experiences is designed specifically for professionals involved in creating compelling and information-rich spaces for inspiration, education and networking. Day 1, to be held […]

Signagelive has incorporated Near Field Communications (NFC) tags and Beacon technology into its SoC (System on Chip) and HTML5 software, enabling its customers to take static smart signage networks into the interactive world. These latest enhancements will be launched at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) taking place at the RAI, Amsterdam from 9-12 February. Signagelive can […]

Planar Systems today introduced the PlanarView Visualization App, an augmented reality tool that they say transforms the way people envision and plan their display environments. The free app for display solutions, PlanarView makes it possible to virtually design and visualize display solutions into a user’s actual environment. Utilizing augmented reality technology, this app enables customers […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) today announced 27 finalists for its APEX Installation Awards for 2016. The annual DSE APEX Awards are designed to recognize and honor achievement in the installation of digital displays and interactive technology and the creation of compelling viewer content, the DSE APEX Awards have honored hundreds of companies for their innovation […]

Sharp will be one of a few stands to debut 8K (7680×4320) displays at ISE. Technically, Sharp’s 8K officially debuted last fall but most people have never seen the 85” monitor since only shipped a handful of them. It lists around $150,000 (137,000 Euros) Part of the Super H-Vision line, the LV-85001 uses Sharp’s IGZO […]

Vertical Media Consulting Group has launched a new online directory, Meeting Room Signs, that offers a way to connect buyers and sellers in the fast-emerging digital meeting room sign and digital door sign business. There are now more 20 different companies offering solutions that help remove the chaos and frustrations almost every large organization has […]

Swiss digital signage software company Navori Labs was the one of the first digital software companies to develop a native Android player in 2012, offering the same content playout features as its Windows player to ensure that out-of-home networks could harmoniously support a mix of players. At ISE 2016 (February 9-12, Amsterdam, Stand 8-N225) and […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) interactive technology and digital communications networks, announced today that its four-part Digital Signage Program at DSE 2016 designed specifically for AV professionals and systems integrators, or anyone considering creating a digital communications network, will include an hour-long session titled, “Doing Digital Signage Right the First Time as an Integrator.” On Wednesday, […]