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, […]

The Digital Signage Federation (DSF) has announced the election of its new 2016 board of directors. Randy Dearborn, MGM Resorts International becomes the 2016 chairman and Ken Goldberg, CEO, Real Digital Media, the 2015 Chairman, will now head the past chairman’s Council. Moving into the vice chair role is, Richard Ventura, NEC Display Solutions and […]

Symetrix has announced the launch of its Prism digital signal processing platform. Joining the manufacturer’s line of Dante-enabled DSPs, Symetrix Prism has been developed to deliver networked audio processing for a wide range of installed sound applications. Symetrix Prism is comprised of four products, varying only in I/O count and form factor. Prism 4×4 features […]

Zytronic will be showing an 85” 4K touch screen, an innovative curved multi-touch kiosk, and demonstrating a new object recognition function for touch tables. Without doubt the 85” 4K monitor will be the most eye-catching feature of the Zytronic stand at ISE. Retailers and other users are increasingly seeking larger and larger screens to create […]

The dnp Supernova Blade is a frameless front projection screen designed for use in meeting rooms, retail environments and residential applications to create a floating-like image. Only 3 millimeters thick and available in sizes 100”, 110” and 120” in 16:9, it’s also available in custom sizes. The screen has a clean look and slim-line format […]

One thing is clear — if Sharp doesn’t take one of the two competing offers to buy them, they won’t survive. According to the Wall Street Journal, Taiwan’s Foxconn (known most famously for making the Microsoft Xbox and Apple’s iPhone and iPads) and Japan’s Innovation Network Corp. are in a bidding war for Sharp Corporation […]

In November, I visited New York City. It was my first time to the city since One World Trade was completed and opened. My travel companions and I decided that we needed to go to the observatory deck. The $34 ticket was not too bad considering the view we expected and the experience of being […]

Videotel Digital announced the release of their newest looping industrial dvd player, the HD2700 D. It’s a DVD player that’s used with Videotel’s IPM, IPH and interactive module options to enhance content. Allowing the user to uniquely trigger content with LED push buttons, motion, proximity and weight sensors. Now informative marketing or educational messages can […]

Navori Labs is emphasizing an improved user experience for its QL Digital Signage Engine customers worldwide. At ISE 2016 (February 9-12, Amsterdam, Stand 8.N225) and Digital Signage Expo (March 16-17, Las Vegas, Stand 2218), Navori Labs will unveil a new user interface and server platform to enhance ease of use across every stage of the […]

GAME, the UK’s leading video games retailer has equipped its 320 stores with 1,300+ BrightSign digital signage players in a transformative project that enhances the customer experience, reduces costs and will allow GAME to respond immediately to market shifts. The installation was carried out by digital signage company Freehand, and the players were supplied by […]

Christie has a new set of 1-chip DLP projectors with the new Christie DWU1052-Q and Christie DHD1052-Q, both featuring improved warping and blending. Aimed at applications including concerts, live theater, lecture halls, conventions, hotels, public spaces and other venues where bright and precise imagery is key, end users will experience the benefits of the improved […]

By Sheldon Silverman CEO, SmartBomb Media Group With the explosive growth of digital signage in all business sectors, many have embraced the mantra of Kevin Costner’s character in Field of Dreams — “If you build it, they will come.” The bigger question in this for digital signage network owners and operators is, “Will they watch?” […]

At ISE 2016, PresTop will introduce its newest touch table, the PT-GT-955-PCAP-Smart-II. Powered by the Omnitapps multi-touch software from Omnivision, the Smart-II is a fully electric height- and tilt-adjustable table with a flat, bezel-free, glass-fronted touch display suitable for unattended public use. Smart-II leverages the most advanced PCAP touch technology to provide the optimum tablet-like […]

Scala announced it is introducing a powerful high definition playback solution capable of supporting reliable and stable 24/7 display, Scala Enterprise Player for Chromebox. Scala’s digital signage solutions drive more than 500,000 screens worldwide, connecting networks of digital devices to deliver engaging audience experiences. To power these solutions, the new player runs on Google Chrome […]

Digital Signage Experts Group (DSEG), the creators of the professionally recognized certifications for audio visual and signage professionals as well as others serving or invested in the digital signage industry, today announced that all four of DSEG’s digital signage industry certifications will be available for the first time to be presented live at DSE 2016. […]

Barix has added a subscription model for its SoundScape business music and advertising solution. The starter package, which includes licenses for the first 50 audio players, eliminates expensive annual contracts in favor of monthly credit card payments and a much faster return on investment, according to Barix. The 50-player starter package allows businesses up and […]

LG just launched a new white paper that’s designed to help you design better video walls. The video wall market is back and now with near bezel-less monitors, you can do a lot more with a lot less in resolution. Some of the more recent innovations are things like edge-to-edge monitors so you don’t really […]

ISE newbie AG Neovo is partnering with VIDCO and Avenview to debut a comprehensive digital signage solution that includes videowall displays, video extenders and controllers as well as videowall mounts designed to help manage hypermedia content for 24/7 operations. To address the flexibility of scaling and content design of videowalls for public space applications, AG Neovo’s slim bezel PM-65, […]

It’s no secret that digital signage is the best way to reach your target audience. However, if you’re not reaching the RIGHT people in the RIGHT place at the RIGHT time, all of your digital signage efforts may be wasted. Take a look at these 5 tips that will help you to optimize your content, […]

The Sharp PN-E Series has added a new 80″ class (80″ diagonal) PN-E803 professional LCD monitor to the 70″ Class (69.5″ diagonal) PN-E703 and 60″ class (60.1″ diagonal) PN-E603 models. The PN-E803 display combines 1080p image quality and a thin profile designed for professional signage solutions for a wide range of applications. The new PN-E803 monitor replaces the PN-E802 monitor. The PN-E803 display is […]

Digital Signage Expo (DSE) announced today that its four-part Digital Signage Seminar Program at DSE 2016 designed specifically for digital out-of-home and place-based network operators will include an hour-long session entitled, “Out-of-Home Advertising in the Connected City.” Panelists in this session will discuss why out-of-home advertising will be an essential contributor to the growth of the connected city and how network operators can take advantage […]

Primeview USA has introduced a 32″ UHD LED LCD monitor to the market. The new display expands the company’s 4K UHD (3840×2160) line to under 40 inches (also going up to 98 inches diagonal) to fit a vast range of budgets and size of space in control rooms, medical environments, gaming, museums and digital signage. It’s specified as having 10-bit color. […]

Tripleplay says it will debut a new low-latency Tripleplay HD Encoder and a new Tripleplay Mobile Media App for off network video upload and streaming, as well as a Wi-Fi-enabled video streaming solution at ISE. Here is what we know so far: Tripleplay HD Encoder: The new Tripleplay super low latency encoder will deliver 250ms […]

The Outlook: The term “robust” continues to describe digital signage application and supply. Growth at the double-digit compound annual growth rate (CAGR) experienced over each of the past 15 years continues in every important aspect of the business. In any venture, the probability of success must exceed the risks. By this measure, the future for […]

Extron is now shipping its XTP SFR HD 4K, an XTP scaling receiver for extending video, audio, bidirectional control, and Ethernet over one fiber optic cable. It accepts signals from XTP Fiber transmission products, and incorporates the Extron’s new Vector 4K scaling engine, specifically engineered for 4K applications. For streamlined integration, it features on‑screen menus, […]

NEC Display Solutions today announced the MultiSync X754HB display, a high-brightness display that allows for extremely clear visibility in higher ambient light environments. The new 75-inch display is built specifically to withstand the harsh environment of direct sunlight that would otherwise ruin normal displays. With integrated thermodynamic cooling fans, a panel that can reduce the […]

By Aaron Bach Four Winds Interactive It all started with an art museum. About two years ago, our CEO, David Levin, stood at my desk and looked at a custom sign build I had created for the Denver Art Museum (a local client of ours and one that, incidentally, our new building backs up to). […]

Several columns ago, I wrote about my experiences with digital signage in a restaurant. This experience included the use of an iPad with a credit card scanner attached. I thought the concept in an airport was very interesting. People are in a rush in airports and may not have time to wait for a waiter […]

The ICX Association (formerly the Digital Screenmedia Association) is making some changes to its awards program. It launched the Awards of Excellence and Crown Awards in 2011 to recognize those doing exemplary work in developing technology and content that created better experience in both brick-and-mortar and mobile environments. Now ICX is launching its Elevate Award, […]

NEC Display Solutions of America just announced the appointment of Jennifer Cheh as vice president of marketing. Cheh previously served as Director of Marketing Operations for North America at Motorola Solutions. She brings more than 20 years of business-to-business and channel marketing experience to NEC, where she will be responsible for driving marketing strategies, as […]

Extron is shipping its DXP 1616 HD 4K and DXP 168 HD 4K, the first two models in a new series of high performance HDMI matrix switchers for resolutions up to 4K (capable of 4096×2160 @30Hz at 4:4:4 and 4096×2160 @60Hz at 4:2:0). They are HDCP compliant, and support data rates to 10.2 Gbps, Deep Color […]

VISIX just announced the latest release of their AxisTV digital signage software. This major update includes: Compatibility for Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 Easier reordering of playlist items Smarter scheduling tools Improved image handling in messages from templates Expanded support for Office 365 More customizable event schedule messages Version 9.3 also includes updates to the […]