THIS IS A PROMOTED POST Fine-pitch LED isn’t what it used to be. Since the early 2010s, the category has moved through several distinct phases. As you probably know, those eras are often defined by packaging method: Surface-Mount Device (SMD), Integrated Matrix Device (IMD) and today, Chip-on-Board (COB). COB technology bonds LED chips directly to […]
In this episode, Planar’s Robert Detwiler joins me to discuss the Komodo Series — a new line of ultra-fine pixel pitch COB MicroLED video wall displays built for precision and reliability. Hear how Komodo integrates HELIOS LED processing, 8K support and energy-efficient design to meet the demands of corporate, broadcast and hybrid collaboration spaces.
Planar has introduced the Komodo Series, a new line of ultra-fine pixel pitch Chip-on-Board (COB) MicroLED video wall displays designed for indoor applications that require high visual performance and reliability. Available in 0.7, 0.9 and 1.2 millimeter pixel pitches, the Planar Komodo Series offers professional-grade color reproduction with DCI-p3 color gamut and brightness up to […]
Planar introduced the Planar UltraRes P Series of 4K LCD displays. Available in 49, 55, 65, 75, 86 and 98-inch sizes, the Planar UltraRes P Series features 700-nit brightness, a 24×7 fanless design and support for 4K HDR content, combining superior image performance with commercial reliability. The upgraded Planar UltraRes P Series maintains the product’s […]
Planar welcomed back Mark Aultman as regional account manager for Florida and the Caribbean, and added Maura Fitzgerald as regional account manager for Metro New York. Mark brings nearly a decade of experience with Planar, during which he successfully expanded the company’s LED and LCD footprint in the Southeast US. His strong relationships with channel […]
Planar has appointed Filip Cogghe as vice president of sales, marketing and service for Europe, the company announced. Cogghe brings more than 25 years of experience in the AV and display technology industries. Prior to joining Planar, he served as sales director for global and strategic corporate sales at Sharp NEC Display Solutions Europe GmbH, […]
The industry leader showcases more LED than ever before, ranging from premium state-of-the-art to cost-effective LED solutions delivering unrivaled energy efficiency, high brightness and creativity Today, Planar, a global leader in visualization technology, announced plans to showcase its broadest portfolio of advanced display solutions to date at InfoComm 2025. The company will highlight its wide-ranging […]
We’ve always approached our Best of InfoComm Awards with one mission: spotlight the products that truly impressed us — the ones with staying power, smart design and real-world value. This year, we did something new. For the first time ever, we accepted submissions. We invited exhibitors to tell us what they were proud of and […]
Planar will showcase its largest portfolio of display solutions to date at InfoComm 2025, highlighting products for both indoor and outdoor use. The company plans to emphasize its range of LED video wall technologies, including updates across its DirectLight and Leyard families. Planar will feature its widest selection of ultra-fine pitch LED video walls for […]
Leaders in LED display and processing technologies unite to deliver a next-generation display solution for high-end applications Today, Planar and Megapixel, pioneers in visualization technology, announced a partnership to develop a next-generation LED display solution that redefines visual performance. By combining Planar’s leadership in cutting-edge display technologies with Megapixel’s innovation in advanced processing, the companies […]
I was joined on this pre-InfoComm-2025 episode by Robert Detwiler, senior director of product management and training at Planar, to talk about everything the company has planned for the show. Robert shared a sneak peek at some of the new products launching next month, including the DirectLight Slim Series and a standout addition to the […]
Planar has introduced the DirectLight Essential Series, a new line of Chip-on-Board (COB) LED video wall displays designed for indoor environments with high ambient light. The series offers a cost-effective entry point into fine pixel pitch LED displays and targets applications in retail, hospitality, corporate, education and broadcast settings. Available in 27-inch cabinets with pixel […]
Planar has announced the appointment of two new regional account managers to support sales and customer engagement efforts in key U.S. markets. Peter McKenzie will oversee sales initiatives in Florida and the Caribbean. He brings more than 20 years of experience in the professional AV industry, including a recent role as regional sales manager for […]
Planar and OptiTrack are at NAB 2025 to showcase next-level storytelling with their leading-edge roster of broadcast and media technologies. The companies are demonstrating the latest advancements in LED display and motion capture (mocap) technology, engaging audiences with dynamic, best-in-class image performance and unrivaled camera tracking accuracy. With a portfolio designed to deliver peak performance […]
Planar has upgraded its DirectLight Pro Series, introducing new MicroLED technology that boosts brightness and energy efficiency for indoor LED video wall applications. The enhanced series now includes two performance options: High-Brightness Model: Delivers 1,600 nits using just 135 watts, ideal for high-ambient light environments. Low-Power Model: Offers 500 nits with an ultra-efficient 68-watt power […]
Spring is (basically) here, and that means AV roadshows are in full force! I love to attend a roadshow whenever one makes an appearance in North Carolina because it gives me a lot of face time with manufacturers that I otherwise might not get. When I realized Sennheiser was taking a tour around the U.S., […]
Planar has expanded its DirectLight family with the launch of the Planar DirectLight Slim Series, a fine pixel pitch MicroLED video wall designed for curved and space-constrained installations. Applications include control rooms, broadcast studios, virtual production, extended reality, simulation and training, and research environments. With an installation depth of less than two inches, the Planar […]
PORTLAND, Feb. 3, 2025 – Today, Planar, a global leader in visualization technology, announced an expansion of the popular Planar DirectLight family with the launch of the Planar DirectLight Slim Series. Featuring an ultra-thin, narrow width form factor, the new fine pixel pitch MicroLED video wall display accommodates curved and space-constrained applications that benefit […]
Planar has updated its Planar Simplicity Series with the release of the Planar Simplicity P Series LCD displays. The new series of large format displays is designed and certified for 24/7 usage to support digital signage applications requiring continuous operation, such as wayfinding, emergency messaging, advertising and menu boards. The new Planar Simplicity P Series […]
Planar announced the company will demonstrate an array of leading-edge fine pixel pitch LED display innovations and an industry-leading display fleet management application for luxury and commercial settings at CEDIA + Commercial Integrator Expo (CIX) 2024 in Denver September 5-7. Designed to deliver unmatched viewing experiences and effortlessly enrich spaces, the roster of visualization technologies […]
NBC Sports selected Planar to provide LED video walls for its production of the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics, July 24 – Aug. 11 and Aug. 28 – Sept. 8, respectively. NBCUniversal says its coverage of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will feature multi-platform offerings across NBC, Peacock, USA Network, E!, CNBC, GOLF Channel, Spanish-language […]
Planar announced an addition to its Planar UltraRes L Series all-in-one LED platform with the release of a 122-inch display model. The company says the 122-inch display is designed to support smaller, medium-sized conference rooms and classrooms, with the same new and improved benefits of the Planar UltraRes L Series. The newest size features the […]
Could Planar’s WallDirector Cloud software-as-a-service ecosystem, designed to manage Planar’s LEDs, be the cloud-based management platform that every other display company ends up emulating? I think it’s possible! Today’s Rants & rAVes episode features Planar’s Robert Detwiler, who talks about WallDirector and its management of the Planar ecosystem along with how the company was able […]
We’ve been giving away our Best of InfoComm Awards for a long time — since before my time at rAVe. And every year, after InfoComm, the team sits down and discusses the products that stuck out to us. Not ~just~ because they’re cool (but these are all really cool), but because of the potential they […]
Planar announced plans to showcase the company’s most “comprehensive lineup of cutting-edge visualization solutions” at InfoComm 2024. The company says the new and expanding display innovations are designed to remotely monitor display health and performance, enable diverse, fast setup and teardown, deliver flexible, all-in-one, superior, wide-viewing visual performance and “set a new standard” for close-up […]
Planar announced an expansion of the Planar WallDirector family by releasing the Planar WallDirector Cloud Software as a Service (SaaS) display fleet management application. As a cloud-native platform, Planar says the WallDirector Cloud allows users to remotely manage the overall health and performance of their Planar LED and LCD displays and hardware from a centralized […]
Planar announced an expansion to the Planar UltraRes L Series All-in-One LED platform with the introduction of a 109-inch size and MicroLED technology. Available in Full HD resolution and 800-nit brightness, Planar UltraRes L Series All-in-One LED 109-inch and 136-inch display models now offer customers three times more brightness while consuming much less power per […]
Planar announced an expansion to the Planar UltraRes L Series All-in-One LED platform with the introduction of a 109-inch size and MicroLED technology. Available in Full HD resolution and 800-nit brightness, Planar UltraRes L Series All-in-One LED 109-inch and 136-inch display models now offer customers three times more brightness while consuming much less power per […]
