Taipei, Taiwan - Axiomtek, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, has announced the launch of the GOT5153W-834, a 15.6-inch WXGA TFT LCD fanless touch panel computer with the high performance Intel® Celeron® J1900 quad-core processor. This all-in-one industrial touch panel PC has a stylish and slim industrial design with a 59 mm thickness, allowing for easy installation in a space-constrained environment. The Intel® Atom-based GOT5153W-834 has the IPX1-compliant chassis and IP65-rated spill and dust resistant front panel to ensure the system operates reliably and stability in harsh environments. With a patented chassis, the touch panel PC offers an excellent thermal solution that dissipates heat efficiently. The widescreen panel computer has five membrane switches on its front panel, aiming to provide end-users with enhanced convenience for control of the system’s LCD on/off function, brightness, volume setting and more. With all of these features, this sleek and feature-rich system is ideal for a variety of applications including human-machine interface, digital signage, hotel/airport check-in/out kiosks, self-service restaurant’s ordering stations, building visitor controls and any IoT-related applications.

“The quad-core Intel® Celeron®-based GOT5153W-834 provides high-end computing performance.  It consumes less power than many other systems in the market and is highly reliable,” said Ivy Lee, product manager of Product Marketing Division at Axiomtek. “This extreme slim touch panel PC provides two PCI Express Mini Card slots and a built-in WLAN antenna for wireless network connections. By simply plugging in the wireless LAN card, operators can use the GOT5153W-834 to transfer data in wireless LAN/GPRS/GSM/3G environments. It also has two Gigabit LAN ports that provide high speed Ethernet and network host redundancy capabilities.”

To meet different application needs, the IP65 industrial panel computer also has rich expandability interfaces, including two RS-232/422/485 ports, two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports (optional), two PCIe Mini Card slots and one VGA display slot. The Axiomtek GOT5153W-834 is also equipped with two 3W built-in speakers for multimedia entertainment.

The 15.6-inch GOT5153W-834 will be available in January 2015. For more product information and specification, please visit our global website www.axiomtek.com or contact our sales representatives at .

Main Features:

•     15.6-inch WXGA TFT fanless and waterproof touch panel computer with Intel® Celeron® Processor J1900 quad core at 2.0 GHz (Bay Trail)
•     Projected capacitive touch or 5-wire flat resistive touch
•     Fanless operation and rugged design
•     Supports one DDR3L SO-DIMM slot max up to 8 GB
•     Built-in internal WLAN antenna (LAN/ GPRS/ GSM/ 3G environment)
•     Two Mini card slots for expansion interface
•     IPX1-rated entire system and IP65-rated front panel waterproof sealed design
•     Supports two RS-232/422/485 ports, two Gigabit LAN port, and two USB 3.0 ports
•     Supports desktop stand, VESA ARM and wall mount for flexibility in installation options

In response to customer demand to print labels, tickets and kitchen orders from mobile devices, international POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics has extended its range of iOS and Android compatible mobile and desktop printers to now offer the industry’s largest portfolio of Bluetooth POS printing solutions and accessories available today.

The mPOS marketplace is currently experiencing exponential growth worldwide and Star is at the forefront of the mPOS revolution. Star’s commitment to this marketplace is demonstrated by the recent expansion of its extensive range of iOS and Android compatible Bluetooth mobile and desktop printers with the launch of the multi-functional desktop TSP700IIBTi and TSP800IIBTi to accompany the TSP654IIBTi. Star’s range now offers 80mm and 112mm receipt, label and ticketing Bluetooth desktop printing solutions as well as a matrix model SP700BTi to provide the first matrix Bluetooth desktop printer for hospitality, alongside a range of Bluetooth mobile printers. With customers increasingly requiring software, Star now calls on companies to develop the relevant apps.

Designed for customers who wish to integrate wireless handheld devices into their POS solution, Star Bluetooth desktop and mobile printers offer compatibility with iOS that is a result of Star’s investment in Apple Inc.’s MFi (Made for iPhone, iPad, iPod) certification. The printers also support the Bluetooth SPP protocol that allows compatibility with other common operating systems. Ease of use is highlighted by the ability to simply switch from iOS support to Android etc to allow configuration of the printer and selection of either MFi mode or SPP for all other operating systems.

As Annette Tarlton, Marketing Director, Star Micronics EMEA, states: “The extension of our unique portfolio of Bluetooth iOS and Android POS printers demonstrates Star’s commitment to the mPOS marketplace. Providing users with versatile and reliable POS printing solutions designed for use in a variety of retail and hospitality environments, Star continues to drive and shape this dynamic marketplace.”

About Star Micronics

Founded in 1947, Star Micronics is one of the world's largest printer manufacturers and has facilities for worldwide production, marketing and support. Employing over 2600 staff and achieving turnover in excess of £270 million, Star Micronics has developed a POS printer portfolio that spans thermal and dot matrix printers and mechanisms, designed for barcode, ticketing, receipts and labelling. Star's proven technology is also being utilised to develop reader/writer systems for visual/smart and magnetic stripe cards and to install print mechanisms in multimedia kiosk environments. The Star Micronics' range is available internationally via a distribution channel comprising distributors and dealers.

Acquire Digital  announced the release of their re-vamped Content Management Solution, which promises to provide users with the ultimate user experience.

Following a major re-brand, the team at Acquire Digital have re-developed their entire product portfolio, providing customers with a comprehensive range of dynamic, interactive digital signage, and digital out of home market solutions.

Following significant changes and a major redevelopment of the flagship product Acquire, Acquire 4 promises to be more intuitive, flexible and affordable. Uniquely, Acquire 4 provides users with the ability to continually add new features and functionality to the main editor by optionally adding Apps.

Apps come in individual app packs, each carefully constructed for specific aims of objectives. For example the Advert Manager Pack contains apps that allow you to intelligently manage adverts being played out across large networks. The Interactive Pack contains over 15 different apps all of which help to transform passive digital signage into interactive touch experiences, and the Audience Detect Pack which is able to both monitor and distinguish audience demographics, changing the onscreen content according to the viewer.

Managing Director at Acquire Digital, Neil Farr told us ‘We wanted to make Acquire 4 a comprehensive but affordable content management solution. Instead of having to buy different versions of the editor users can now optionally add extra features as and when they require them – essentially building an entirely bespoke Content Management Solution.’

Acquire 4 also comes with downloadable tutorials and sample content to help end-users develop a greater understanding of the capabilities that the software has to offer.

Virgin Media, Sony and ADI are among the list of impressive clients that have utilised the new software and it is now available to download as a free 30 day trial from their website. http://www.acquiredigital.com/our-products.php/#acquire They are also giving away an app pack worth £880.

After building an exhaustive Web site for the Mississippi Coastal Birding Trail, the local Audubon Society wanted to further increase awareness of the local birding trails in Southern Mississippi. With the popularity of nature tourism, they decided that creating informational kiosks inside the I-10 welcome centers would be a great way to provide visitors with the information they needed to access the trails and spot the many beautiful birds in the area.

To deliver these kiosks, the National Audubon Society turned to MokiTouch as the solution for this project. With the ability to lock these kiosks into the MCBT Web site, travelers will now have access to detailed trail and bird information when visiting the welcome centers.

This new kiosk project was featured in the local news, highlighting the excitement they have for these kiosks and the ability to easily share the information on the local bird watching trails.

We are thrilled to be a part of this project and certainly look forward to its successful rollout in the coming months.

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NEC M322W projector captures new product accolades

NEC Display Solutions of America, a leading provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, announced today that its 3,200-lumen M322W widescreen portable projector with advanced networking capabilities, extended lamp life and eco-friendly features was named a winner in Tech & Learning magazine’s Education Awards of Excellence program.

Now in its 32nd year, the Tech & Learning Awards of Excellence Program honors software, hardware, network and web products that break new ground, as well as those that add significant enhancements to proven education tools.  

The M322W projector, using the latest DLP® technology from Texas Instruments, delivers essential features for the education market, including high contrast images (10,000:1), a powerful 20W speaker, dual HDMI inputs for connection to multiple digital sources and is filter-free. It also includes eco-conscious features like ECO Mode™, which increases lamp life up to 10,000 hours, while lowering power consumption to help schools decrease their overall total cost of ownership.

“The Tech & Learning magazine award is a great honor for NEC Display, which prides itself on the strong relationships it has established with schools and educators,” said Ashley Flaska, Vice President of Marketing for NEC Display Solutions. “Schools are looking for technology to help elevate the learning experience in the classroom, and products like the M322W projector deliver on that goal.”

The M322W projector can transmit images from computers, tablets and smart phones using NEC DisplayNote Software, an app that lets leaders and participants present, share and annotate content from any device so their notes are automatically saved.

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 monitors, commercial- and professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of multimedia and digital cinema 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, healthcare, education and digital signage. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America products, call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the website at www.necdisplay.com.

About VUKUNET

VUKUNET, from NEC Display Solutions of America, is the engine that powers the digital out-of-home advertising business.  VUKUNET is the only universal ad serving platform that drives ads to any digital out-of-home network, regardless of content management system. VUKUNET makes the buying, flighting and reporting of digital out-of-home ad campaigns easy.  For additional information about VUKUNET, visit www.vukunet.com, or call (877) 805-VUKU. 

The publisher of RetailCustomerExperience.com, DigitalSignageToday.com and KioskMarketplace.com is creating an exclusive event for interactive, in-venue technologies.

LOUISVILLE, KY (PRWEB) - Networld Media Group has announced a new event called the Interactive Customer Experience (ICX) Summit, which will be held June 28-30 in Chicago. The conference will focus on technologies such as digital signage, self-service kiosks, mobile and tablets, as well as emerging technologies like beacons, virtual assistants and augmented reality.

The Summit will be held at the Sofitel Chicago Water Tower, near North Michigan Avenue, the famed "Magnificent Mile" of shopping and dining destinations. The event will begin with tours of interactive customer experience venues, such as flagship retail stores, restaurants, hotels and museums. Topics to be addressed during the two-and-a-half day event include:

•     Multiple methods of engagement and interactivity
•     Creating compelling content
•     Effective use of in-venue social media
•     Integrating with mobile
•     The latest payment technology, including Apple Pay
•     Bridging brick-and-mortar with digital experiences

A limited number of sponsors will display technologies to give attendees the opportunity for hands-on demonstrations. The program will also include an offsite dinner party on Monday, June 29 on the 99th floor of Willis Tower. During the evening event, attendees will be given access to Skydeck on the 103rd floor, where "The Ledge" is located, suspending people 1,353 feet over the streets of Chicago.

“In today’s competitive landscape, it’s difficult to stand out. Retailers, brands, restaurants, hotels and other venues are turning to immersive digital technology for their respective audiences to create unforgettable experiences,” said David Drain, senior vice president of events for Networld Media Group.

“Many of our customers tell us that the customer experience is the single most exciting opportunity for 2015. Brands need to ensure they have the right data and technology as a baseline for a great customer experience. With technology moving so fast and so many exciting examples in the marketplace, we will share some case studies and best practices with attendees,” said Kathy Doyle, Networld’s executive vice president and publisher. “Our summits are intimate events where we connect high-level executives for a few days of intense education and networking. Adding the ICX Summit to our growing portfolio is a natural fit for serving our customers.”

Who should attend: This exclusive event is reserved for executives from businesses that are interested in utilizing interactive technologies to enhance the customer experience. This includes:

•     Banks / Credit Unions
•     Colleges / Universities
•     Entertainment Venues / Arenas
•     Government Agencies
•     Hospitals / Healthcare Facilities
•     Hotels / Resorts
•     Public Transportation
•     Restaurants
•     Retailers

Current sponsors of the event include DIRECTV, Omnivex and the Digital Screenmedia Association.

Early bird registration is now open through March 6, 2015.

About Networld Media Group

Founded in 2000, Networld Media Group is a leading business-to-business (B2B) media communications company specializing in digital media, associations, and events in the mobile, self-service, digital signage, retail, food service, and financial services industries. Online properties include ATMmarketplace.com, DigitalSignageToday.com, FastCasual.com, KioskMarketplace.com, MobilePaymentsToday.com, PizzaMarketplace.com, QSRweb.com, RetailCustomerExperience.com, VirtualCurrencyToday.com, and ChurchCentral.com. The company produces executive summits in the fast casual, retail, ATM, and mobile payments industries. Its custom media division develops premium content and marketing services for associations such as the ATM Industry Association.

Chicago-based Visible Spectrum, Inc. (“VSI”) today released version 4.0 of its web-based platform for creating full motion HD videos in real time.

In addition to a new web look and feel, VSI 4.0 introduces revolutionary new technology for an even easier way to create custom video: ‘Do it for me’ automated ad creation.  Users may now either compose sophisticated videos themselves, using VSI’s original professional tools; or, have the system build custom ads for them.

John Malec, VSI CEO, states: “Using nothing more than the user’s business name and zip code the software finds the business on the web; classifies it into 1 of 250 business types; captures contact info, logo and images from the web; and in real time builds 8 video ads for that specific business.  The user selects one and may tweak it by: choosing between 15 and 30 second versions; changing background color; customizing text fields; and/or replacing images. It’s so easy they’re out the door with a custom, full motion HD video ad in minutes for $99.”

For those wanting greater flexibility, the original ‘Do it myself’ option provides powerful professional editing tools, over 1,000 designer-built templates, and a web-based tool to make custom templates.  Licensed users may even create Adobe After Effects projects which VSI replicates as VSI templates.

Both options are seamlessly tied to a cloud of stock assets that exceeds 60 million: images, clips and music/sound tracks.  Drag and drop functionality allows the user to place any stock clip or image into any composition in real time.  Everything is web-based with no software to download.

VSI’s speed makes it ideal for agile marketing – the quick turnaround of an ad to respond to a market or world event.  The low price per video makes it a necessity to producing quality targeted advertising.

VSI’s platform has now been used to create and render over 25,000 videos.  Most were created in under 30 minutes directly by end users with no formal training in graphic design.  Others have utilized VSI’s Variable Data Video, which associates a master creative theme with spreadsheet data, producing dozens or thousands of customized videos . . . with no manual input beyond matching the master fields to the database.

Anyone with an internet connection can try VSI’s tool at no charge.  Just create an account and begin.  You pay nothing unless you want to take delivery of your finished composition – allowing free “trial and error” learning.  VSI provides upload to YouTube and Brightcove; and, direct file download or delivery via an FTP site.

About Visible Spectrum, Inc.

Visible Spectrum, Inc. (“VSI”) provides an affordable web-based system for creating custom videos for any digital platform. The marketing equation has changed with new terms like targeted, hyper-local, agile, persistent, mobile — moving to the forefront. Fine tuning targeted audiences requires exponentially more custom content. VSI automates the process, enabling you to create custom versions of every video you need – each in full HD broadcast quality ready-to-play on any digital platform. The system makes custom video production affordable even for small targeted segments where production costs must be amortized across only thousands of viewers instead of tens of millions.

VSI users also have access to tens millions of cloud-based searchable assets and hundreds of professionally created templates. Or, users can create custom templates from scratch with the built-in custom template maker.  Small business owners can create ads in minutes with VSI’s “Do it for me” that classifies a business and auto-builds 8 ads using just the business name and zip code.

It’s quick, easy and affordable. Most importantly, VSI’s production values are indistinguishable from spots costing tens of thousands of dollars.

Raleigh, NC – For more than 20 years, businesses have relied on Microspace Communications to distribute content for corporate communications networks. Recently one of Microspace’s existing Fortune 500 financial information customers upgraded and expanded their network from 350 branches to 700 branches. At the same time this expansion was occurring, Microspace also updated technology across the network providing a higher, more secure and cost effective solution.

This new technology provides a cost effective way for financial information services clients to communicate with streaming content while protecting sensitive information during delivery. Throughout the expansion from 350 to 700 locations, Microspace managed the installation of new equipment, the distribution infrastructure, and upgraded to an IP video network system, which provides a better product with higher performance while also reducing costs for our client.

“The ability to provide large amounts of information and a combination of various forms of video and data is an absolute necessity for our clients. This new expanded IP network provides a platform that includes the latest encoding, above industry standards encryption, easy management for all 700 locations with highly accessible viewing to multiple (desktops, TVs and mobile) devices for our customer,” said Curt Tilly, Director of Enterprise Media, Microspace.

For any company, doubling the number of locations would be a real communications challenge. For a financial firm it’s even more complicated given today’s security requirements. Microspace Communications Velocity® service paired with their newly installed VERIMATRIX encryption system provides secure and seamless communication to all locations.

“Our clients look to us to provide turnkey, cost effective and secure solutions. This network expansion and upgrade demonstrated our expertise in handling all the pieces required to build a next generation platform,” said Greg Hurt, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Microspace.

Hurt added “Existing and future customers will benefit from the investment we have made in creating a true next-generation platform for secure real-time communications and content delivery”.

About Microspace Communications Corporation

Founded in 1988, Microspace Communications is a pioneer in innovative broadband solutions for established and emerging enterprise applications, including digital signage, digital cinema, multimedia entertainment, corporate communications, radio broadcasting, wireless messaging and private data networks.

Fortune 500 organizations and small companies alike rely on Microspace to deliver their business critical video, audio and data content.

SANTIAGO, Chile – Christie^® 3-chip DLP^® projectors and Christie Spyder X20 image processors were used to spectacular effect at high-profile corporate events held in Santiago’s Espacio Riesco Convention Center recently in conjunction with Proyección de Ideas (PI), a company specializing in audiovisual content and engineering.

Working exclusively with Christie projectors, Santiago-based Proyección de Ideas has been the driving force behind manifold corporate events, monumental projections and fixed installations for over ten years.

Marco Gajardo, CTO of Proyección de Ideas, stated, “The excellent performance of the Christie 3-chip DLP^® means that we can operate 24 hours absolutely problem-free. We need highly versatile projectors for our projects, and when it comes to resolution, we know Christie projectors are capable of responding to whatever is thrown at us. In addition, when making adjustments, the built-in Twist software provides us with a wider set of tools.”

Christie and PI at Banco Santander Convention

For the annual Banco Santander convention that hosts over 300 executives from this banking institution, Proyección de Ideas installed a striking 80-meter by 9-meter curved screen that surrounded the audience.

A Christie Roadie HD+35K projected on the center of the screen while four blended and warped Christie Roadster HD20K-J projectors – two on the left section and two on the right section – covered the rest of the screen. All five projectors were horizontally suspended and provided 9600 by 1080 total resolution.

Using a Christie Spyder X20 video processor, multiple signals from closed circuit cameras were incorporated into picture-in-picture projections with everything coordinated by mamboPlayer, the media server developed by Proyección de Ideas’ software engineering department.

Christie and PI at Entel Summit

Entel Summit is an annual innovations, technology and business meeting. Now in its seventh year, this year’s ‘Towards a Total Connectivity,’ theme featured a talk by Joi Ito, the influential entrepreneur, technological investor and Director of the MIT Media Lab.

With mise-en-scène critical, Proyección de Ideas devised a stunning five-screen multiple projection of videos with content created by the company using 2D and motion graphic elements.

The 20.8-meter by 4.5-meter central screen featured three blended and warped Christie Roadster HD20K-J projectors while the four 6.1-meter by 4.5-meter side screens – each lit by a Christie Roadster HD14K-M – were used to display the signals from the close circuit cameras.

Proyección de Ideas used the Christie Spyder X20 processor and mamboPlayer media server to compose and mix the live CCTV signals with presentations and videos. The presentation, enhanced by DMX lighting interacting with the on-screen visuals, impressed the 1,300-plus audience.

Niall Ferguson lecture featuring Christie and PI technology

World-renowned historian Niall Ferguson visited Chile to give a lecture organized by Universidad Adolfo Ibáñez and for his speech, Proyección de Ideas conceived a spectacular semicircular design consisting of a 14.93-meter by 4.4-meter central screen and 16 additional panels for a 32-meter by 5-meter overall projection surface. From a throw distance of 10.35 meters, two blended Christie Roadster HD20K-J projectors showed 2D elements, motion graphics and ambient loops created by Proyección de Ideas on the central screen while four Christie Roadster HD14K-M projectors projected onto the side screens. One Christie Spyder X20 and one mamboPlayer media server processed the images.

Sofofa annual dinner turns to Christie and PI

Chaired by the country’s President, Michelle Bachelet, the annual Sociedad de Fomento Fabril (Sofofa) dinner is Chile’s most important business event and for this event, Proyección de Ideas deployed a 54-meter by 5.5-meter flat screen. Seven independent signals were projected with one Christie Roadie HD+35K managing the central section of the screen while two Roadster HD14K-M’s and one Roadster HD20K-J were used for each of the side sections.

The presentation – using 3D elements and motion graphics created by Proyección de Ideas – examined the history and future of Sofofa with supporting material featuring some of Chile’s most beautiful landscapes.

Apart from the main screens, two additional 6.1-meter by 3.43-meter screens displayed images from the closed circuit cameras with each screen using a Christie DHD800 1-chip DLP^® projector. Two Christie Spyder X20 image processors and four mamboPlayer media servers managed the presentation flawlessly.

About Christie

Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc. is a global visual technologies company and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., Japan, (JP:6925). Consistently setting the standards by being the first to market some of the world’s most advanced projectors and complete system displays, Christie is recognized as one of the most innovative visual technology companies in the world. From retail displays to Hollywood, mission critical command centers to classrooms and training simulators, Christie display solutions and projectors capture the attention of audiences around the world with dynamic and stunning images. Visit www.christiedigital.com.

Innovative large-screen display delivers optimum visual ergonomics even in high brightness environments

CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NEC Display Solutions of America has launched the MultiSync® X474HB, a large-screen display bringing an engaging digital signage option for high brightness environments and sunlight-proof operation.

The 47-inch specialty LCD display is designed to intelligently adapt to its surroundings, offering a bright, clear image when required, without wasting energy when it's not. Offering a brightness of up to 2000 cd/m2 – nearly three times that of most other professional large-screen displays – the X474HB is easily visible in shopping windows or cabinets for outdoor applications.

"NEC's X474HB display is designed to cope with the durability and readability challenges that often arise in sunlit areas. As such, this display is ideal for any heavy duty digital signage application that requires enhanced visual performance, flexible control and connectivity as well as long operating hours,” said Keith Yanke, Senior Director for Large-screen Displays and Projectors at NEC Display Solutions.

X474HB Benefits

•     Optimal visual ergonomics are ensured thanks to a 10-bit color S-IPS panel, which allows for deeper blacks and better off-angle viewing
•     Direct LED backlighting and new localized dimming functionality allow for improved contrast ratio and lower power consumption
•     A Quarter-Lambda optical film is integrated to overcome polarization of light emitted by the display. This guarantees full readability in semi-outdoor installations for both landscape and portrait orientations when wearing polarized sunglasses
•     An NFC sensor is incorporated into the chassis which can be addressed via a matching app for Android devices. This will help reduce installation cost as several displays can be easily configured before they are mounted
•     Built-in OPS (Open Pluggable Specification) option slot and expanded connectivity options, such as DisplayPort 1.2, give installers flexibility and reduce overall setup time
•     The combination of intelligent power saving and thermal management features not only reduces energy usage, but also ensures that the display aligns with NEC's Green Vision for sustainability and is as eco-friendly as possible

The X474HB display is available now at an estimated street price of $4,149. The display ships with a 3-year parts and labor warranty, including the backlight.

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 monitors, commercial- and professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of multimedia and digital cinema 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, healthcare, education and digital signage. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America products, call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the website at www.necdisplay.com.

About VUKUNET

VUKUNET, from NEC Display Solutions of America, is the engine that powers the digital out-of-home advertising business. VUKUNET is the only universal ad serving platform that drives ads to any digital out-of-home network, regardless of content management system. VUKUNET makes the buying, flighting and reporting of digital out-of-home ad campaigns easy. For additional information about VUKUNET, visit www.vukunet.com, or call (877) 805-VUKU.

Enhanced Connectivity available with Multi-Platform Web Printing Solution, Star WebPRNT

International POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics announces today that it provides enhanced connectivity with its platform agnostic WebPRNT™ solution. Offering a low cost and versatile solution to cloud/web based printing issues, WebPRNT enables simple platform agnostic receipt printing direct from web based applications using Star’s new WebPRNT Browser for a Star mobile printer or a ‘plug-in’ upgrade option for desktop POS printers.

With the largest choice of HTML and JavaScript Internet printers allowing easy, low cost installation for receipt, label and ticket printing, this low cost hardware or software networking solution effectively removes the issues usually associated with web-based printing to provide driverless printing capabilities for all receipt data and consistent browser printing.

Without the need for a local server or PC, Star WebPRNT technology is a single web-based application that can be accessed by the browser on multiple platforms including Windows™, Linux™, Android™, iOS™, Mac OS™ yielding identical print output. Star WebPRNT supports all standard receipt requirements including logos, barcodes etc and offers a number of receipt design marketing tools alongside a full range of printer functions including cutter control, cash drawer support and device status.

The new Star WebPRNT Browser, available from GooglePlay or the App Store, simplifies direct printing from the web to Star’s range of low cost ticket, label, kitchen and mobile Bluetooth printers as well as supporting all relevant web technologies to provide unique tablet based web printing for retail and hospitality applications. Full screen user interface mode is available for OEM/kiosk use with WebPRNT SDKs, including a demonstration page, available from Star’s global support site.

As Annette Tarlton, Marketing Director, Star Micronics EMEA, states: “Understanding that connectivity is key in today’s tablet world and that customers want choice, Star provides the largest range of web printers as well as a unique, low cost versatile solution for multi-platform web printing for 80 and 112mm wide receipt, label and ticket printing. Star WebPRNT™ offers reliable and consistent browser printing for both desktop and mobile POS printers that is unrivalled today.”

About Star Micronics

Founded in 1947, Star Micronics is one of the world's largest printer manufacturers and has facilities for worldwide production, marketing and support. Employing over 2600 staff and achieving turnover in excess of £270 million, Star Micronics has developed a POS printer portfolio that spans thermal and dot matrix printers and mechanisms, designed for barcode, ticketing, receipts and labelling. Star's proven technology is also being utilised to develop reader/writer systems for visual/smart and magnetic stripe cards and to install print mechanisms in multimedia kiosk environments. The Star Micronics' range is available internationally via a distribution channel comprising distributors and dealers.

DAVACO restaurant and hospitality brands, announced today that the company will be attending the Digital Summit being held at the Irving Convention Center December 9 -10, 2014. The two day event provides workshops and features speakers that are digital thought leaders on the latest strategies, trends and best practices.

Dallas, TX, December 07, 2014 --(PR.com)-- DAVACO, Inc. (www.davacoinc.com), the North American leader of high-volume programs for retail, restaurant and hospitality brands, announced today that the company will be attending the Digital Summit being held at the Irving Convention Center December 9 -10, 2014. The two day event provides workshops and features speakers that are digital thought leaders on the latest strategies, trends and best practices.

“We are excited to participate in this premier digital strategies forum and join other professionals to discuss topics related to internet business, marketing and how these technology elements are being incorporated into the consumer environment,” said Rick Davis, “DAVACO has been instrumental with the installation of over 25,000 screens throughout North America, and sharing our knowledge along with promoting forward thinking on how to implement successful programs will ultimately benefit brands that are looking to integrate digital elements into their overall brand strategy.”

DAVACO, which specializes in the management and execution of high-volume digital signage and menu board programs, offers total solutions to help meet the needs of global retail, restaurant and hospitality brands, including: Project development and management; Survey, scope and budgeting; Hardware and equipment recommendations; Logistics and consolidation; Construction and installation; Connectivity and content verification; Efficient/sustainable disposal of old assets and other waste; Close-out; Ongoing maintenance and service calls.

About DAVACO, Inc.

DAVACO is the leading total solutions provider of high-volume remodel, reset and rollout programs for retail, restaurant and hospitality brands throughout North America, including: ▪ Program and project management ▪ Fixture, equipment and graphic installations ▪ Digital signage and technology upgrades ▪ Hard and soft-line merchandising ▪ Site, marketing and pre-construction surveys ▪ Logistics and consolidation ▪ Design coordination ▪ Facilities maintenance programs ▪ ADA, safety and quality audits & remediation ▪ Sustainability ▪ Fixture and graphic manufacturing partnerships ▪ Special initiatives. Founded in 1990, DAVACO is based in Dallas, Texas and operates offices in Toronto, Ontario. DAVACO employs over 1,000 W-2 and T-4 employees across North America. www.davacoinc.com ▪ www.davacoinc.ca

City of Industry, CA --(PR.com)-- Axiomtek, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, has launched its feature-rich CEM880. The COM Express Type 6 module features 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 or Celeron® processor with Intel® Q87 chipset. With unparalleled computing performance, low power consumption, wide temperature, and seismic design, this rugged basic-size SoM (system on module) is ideal for graphics-intensive and rich I/O applications, i.e., telecommunication, medical imaging, digital signage, gaming machines, military, and networking.

“In conjunction with Axiomtek’s baseboard CEB94006 or user-supplied carrier board, the advanced module supports maximum up to 24 lanes of PCIe to provide rich I/O options. Furthermore, integrated with Intel® Generation 7.5 graphics, the CEM880 correspondingly increases its display ability, offering 3D clear video HD, triple view, quick sync video and wireless display. Graphics outputs include VGA, LVDS and three DDI ports supporting HDMI/DVI/DisplayPort. The high performance SoM is aimed to accommodate the growing trend of high definition display needs,” said Yifei Wang, product manager of Product Planning Division at Axiomtek.

The system is designed purposely for ease of integration and flexibility. It offers one onboard 4 GB extended temperature DDR3L chip, and one 204-pin SO-DIMM DDR3L socket supporting up to 8 GB. Following the latest PICMG Rev 2.1 specification, the CEM880 supports serial signaling protocols, including one PCIe x16 v3.0, eight PCIe x1, four SATA-600 with Intel® Rapid Start Technology and Intel® Smart Response Technology, one Gigabyte Ethernet supporting Wake-on-LAN, HD audio, one LPC interface, one SPI interface, four channels in and out Digital I/O, eight USB 2.0, and four USB 3.0. Hardware monitor, TPM 1.2, SMBus and Watchdog Timer are among its long list of useful features.

Axiomtek’s CEM880 is now available for order. For more product information or pricing, please visit us at us.axiomtek.com or contact one of our sales representatives at .

Advanced Features:

• COM Express Type 6 module
• 4th generation Intel® Quad/Dual Core™ i7/i5/i3 and Celeron® processors
• Intel® QM87 chipset
• On-board extended temperature 4 GB DDR3L chip (optional) and 1 DDR3L SO-DIMM max. up to 8 GB
• Max. up to 24 lanes of PCIe
• Four SATA-600 and one CFast™
• Four USB 3.0 supported
• TPM 1.2 supported

PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Black Box Corporation (NASDAQ:BBOX), a leading technology solutions provider, announced today that its Board of Directors has elected Mr. Richard Elias to the Board. His term will expire at the next annual meeting of stockholders at which time it is expected that he will stand for election by the stockholders.

Mr. Elias served as the Senior Vice President - Optical and Specialty Materials of PPG Industries, Inc. from July 2008 through his retirement on April 1, 2014. Prior to that he held the position of Vice President, Optical Products of PPG Industries, Inc. Earlier in his career, as President of Transition Optical, Inc. (TOI), Mr. Elias was instrumental in the development of TOI as the number one global prescription lens brand and world leader in employee engagement, where they were awarded the Gallup Great Workplace award four times. He is a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry and holds an M.B.A. from Marquette University.

"I am very pleased to have Rick join our Board of Directors," said Mr. Thomas G. Greig, Chairman of Black Box Corporation's Board of Directors. "Rick's experience as a business leader with both marketing and team building expertise will be extremely valuable as we transform Black Box into a growing IT product and service solution leader. My fellow directors and I welcome him to the Board."

About Black Box

Black Box is a leading technology solutions provider dedicated to helping customers design, build, manage, and secure their IT infrastructure. Black Box delivers high-value products and services through its global presence and over 4,000 team members. To learn more, visit the Black Box Web site at http://www.blackbox.com.

Black Box® and the Double Diamond logo are registered trademarks of BB Technologies, Inc.

Solution offers active switching based on real HDMI signal detection

Kramer Electronics announced today the release of the VS-211HA, an auto switcher that allows flexible, active switching based on real signal detection.

VS-211HA can switch inputs while keeping the output active and HDMI links alive, making it more efficient and reliable than a standard standby switcher. Users can easily select between auto switching (last-connected or priority) and manual switching modes (manual and manual override), offering use-case flexibility.

VS-211HA detects real HDMI signals instead of just 5V presence, allowing auto switching only to sources actually in use. HDMI 5V output turns off when no inputs are connected to enable cascaded setups and to let displays go into sleep mode.

The Kramer VS-211HA offers full signal re-clocking and parallel analog audio and HDMI switching. VS-211HA also features HEC, ARC and 3D pass-through and supports full HD video up to 6.75Gbps (2.25Gbps per graphic channel).
For more information on all of Kramer’s products, please visit www.kramerus.com.

About Kramer Electronics

Founded in 1981, Kramer Electronics Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of high-quality analog and digital audio, video and computer signal management products for the ProAV, Presentation, Production, Broadcast, Home Theater, Houses of Worship, Digital Signage and Security markets.

Kramer’s product line features audio, video and computer signal processing equipment including: audio amplifiers and speakers, distribution amplifiers, switchers, matrix switchers, scalers, presentation switchers, digital and analog decoders and encoders, fiber and twisted pair range extenders, table mounted cable management products, cables, cable accessories, and more.

Kramer also offers broadcast quality routers, distribution amplifiers, multi-viewers and controllers through its Sierra Video product line, digital signage products and high-end rental and staging scaler/switchers.

Kramer is headquartered in Jerusalem, Israel and has 24 corporate sales and distribution offices across North, Central and South America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. For more information please visit us at: www.kramerelectronics.com

11Giraffes Digital Signage Platform Approved by FASTSIGNS for Sale Within Its Network of Independently Owned and Operated Franchise Centers

Charlotte, NC --(PR.com)-- 11Giraffes announced that its digital media platform has been approved by FASTSIGNS as a digital signage solution that may be sold by its franchise centers. 11Giraffes was formally introduced to franchisees in an online meeting on Tuesday, December 2, 2014.

The 11Giraffes platform was designed to be sold through channels like FASTSIGNS. These resellers seek digital signage solutions that require little training, scalability for small to enterprise applications and that have a proven track record of reliability. 11Giraffes created a training and certification program enabling FASTSIGNS franchisees to easily and efficiently begin selling digital signage as both a managed or end-user administered service. The digital signage software works with hardware devices already approved for sale by FASTSIGNS.

“FASTSIGNS® has evaluated 11Giraffes and we feel that the capabilities of the platform make it a solid option for our franchisees to offer their clients,” said Wayne Rasor, FASTSIGNS Digital Signage Product Specialist.

“Because of their understanding of the retail signage space and ability to create content that speaks to their clients’ customers, FASTSIGNS franchisees are a perfect fit for our software platform,” added 11Giraffes Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Operations, Jim Marascio. “The fact that our solution is so easy for franchisees to adopt will make it a platform that allows them to grow their businesses with both existing and new clientele.”

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the worldwide franchisor for the more than 560 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS® sign, graphic and visual communications centers. For nearly 30 years, FASTSIGNS has worked with businesses and organizations, of all sizes and industries, raise their visibility and achieve their goals through customized, comprehensive digital and static signage solutions.

The 11Giraffes digital media platform will be initially offered in conjunction with Samsung Smart Signage Platform displays or standalone media players from Cenique. Video wall solutions will also be offered. Complete digital signage solutions, including hardware, software, content and installation are immediately available through FASTSIGNS franchisees that have been certified as 11Giraffes value added resellers.

About 11Giraffes

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, 11Giraffes provides affordable, innovative and easy-to-use digital signage and in-store audio solutions to companies worldwide. The company’s software and hardware products are distributed through a large network of value added resellers who place its products in a wide range of industries including retail, hospitality, QSR/restaurant, assisted living, automotive, financial institutions, medical and dental offices, country clubs, and c-stores. 11Giraffes is committed to creating products that extend brands, deliver messages, and speak to customers. www.11giraffes.com

About FASTSIGNS

With more than 530 FASTSIGNS®  locations around the world, you're never far from sign solutions. Whether you want banners, building signs, vehicle graphics, or signs for your windows, walls, doors or floors, FASTSIGNS® uses the latest sign-making systems and techniques to create high-impact signs that get you results.

Global leader in digital signage updates existing HD and XD lines, ships new 4K players, unveils new LS line of low-cost players

LOS GATOS, CA – BrightSign, LLC®, the global market leader in digital signage media players, today announced the most comprehensive portfolio update in the company’s history. Headlining today’s news is the next generation of BrightSign’s award-winning HD and XD product lines, all of which offer greatly increased performance while maintaining existing price points. The company also unveiled its new BrightSign LS product line, a pair of very affordable, full-featured devices for commercial audio and price-sensitive digital signage applications. Lastly, targeted at the higher end of the industry demanding unsurpassed performance, the company recently began shipping its flagship line of 4K players. All told, this is BrightSign’s most comprehensive portfolio of digital signage media players to-date.

“BrightSign is a company with a solid focus on technology and innovation – we've seen this time and again through the company's participation as an exhibitor on our traveling E4 AV Tour," said Brian Rhatigan, business development manager for Almo Professional A/V. "Our reseller partners ask for BrightSign's products by name because of this leadership, and they are sure to be pleased with the technical advancements to the product lines as these updates will enable even more dynamic and engaging installations."

BrightSign’s portfolio of digital signage media players now consists of 10 players across four product lines:

BrightSign LS

BrightSign’s new LS series players are ideal for customers who require the affordability of a low-cost solution, but who desire a purpose-built device with greater reliability, flexibility and performance. The LS422 ($250) is capable of 1080p30 single video decoding, with features such as GPIO and USB interactivity, and S/PDIF for digital sound to easily outperform any similarly priced device. The LS322 ($200) is a fully featured commercial audio device with S/PDIF connectivity capable of handling any audio-only installation. Both of BrightSign’s new LS players are purpose-built for digital signage and audio applications, with reliability and longevity of support that simply can’t be beat.

BrightSign HD

Refined from three models down to two, and updated with a new feature set that establishes a new standard for PC-class performance at affordable price points, BrightSign HD now supports HTML5 and 1080p60 content. Both the HD222 ($350) and HD1022 ($500) offer the ability to deliver networked content updates and live data feeds, along with GPIO interactivity, UDP support and video wall synchronization. Both models are updated with a new “remote snapshot” feature that provides a snapshot view of your running presentation using local networking and the BrightSign App, or via the BrightSign Network. Additionally, the HD1022 delivers supplemental interactivity options via USB 2.0 and serial connectivity.

BrightSign XD

All three of BrightSign’s XD models have been updated with an even faster graphics and HTML5 engine, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and the added convenience of remote viewing capabilities. All of these elevated capabilities are delivered at the same price points of their predecessors. The XD232 ($450) boasts faster graphics and HTML5 engine and PoE, as well as interactive capabilities via UDP commands and the BrightSign App, plus GPIO controls and video wall synchronization. The XD1032 ($600) also includes S/PDIF output for pure digital and surround sound audio, and additional interactive controls via serial and dual USB 2.0 ports. And the XD1132 ($650) adds Live TV playback via HDMI, even HDCP-protected content.

BrightSign 4K

The three BrightSign 4K models remain the most sought-after solutions for systems integrators who are building installations that showcase the latest technological advances up to and including 4K playback. The 4K242 ($600) offers PoE, as well as the most powerful video engine capable of dual decoding of one 4K video and one Full HD video simultaneously. It includes abundant content support such as HTML5, live media feeds, IP streaming, and more. The GPIO port offers basic interactivity, while the Ethernet port supports networked interactivity for synchronized video walls, mobile device interactivity and messaging between BrightSign and third-party devices using UDP commands. The 4K1042 ($700) adds S/PDIF output for pure digital surround sound audio and a multitude of interactive controls for engaging interactive displays including GPIO, serial, USB and UDP. Rounding out the 4K lineup, BrightSign’s top-of-the-line 4K1142 ($850) also delivers Live TV playback via the HDMI input, even HDCP-protected content.

To help customers quickly determine the most appropriate player for their particular application, BrightSign now offers a free, web-based Product Selector Tool. Customers are prompted to answer a short series of questions about their installation – the answers to which ultimately steer them to the BrightSign product that best suits their needs.

“BrightSign now offers the industry’s most competitive, complete line-up of digital signage media players, from BrightSign 4K players offering the best of the best in features and technology all the way down to a new low-cost commercial-grade signage player that’s a far superior alternative to the consumer devices that many people use for low-cost applications,” said Jeff Hastings, CEO of BrightSign. “And at the core of our portfolio, we were able to upgrade our next-generation HD and XD players with the latest technology to support new functionality and features, including HTML5, while maintaining existing price points across the board.”

BrightSign’s new portfolio is a testament to the company’s commitment to innovation – refreshing its legacy products with the latest technology and delivering new products to serve even the most highly specialized digital signage vertical markets. For more information about BrightSign’s complete portfolio of digital signage products, visit http://www.brightsign.biz.

About BrightSign

BrightSign, LLC is the global market leader in digital signage players, as named by IHS in its most recent 2013 Global Market for Digital Signage study which reported market share of all media players, STBs and PC-based signage solutions combined. Based in Los Gatos, California, the company develops products, software and networking solutions for digital signage. BrightSign solid-state digital sign controllers set new standards for both stand-alone and networked digital signage applications with their superior video quality, reliability, affordability, ease-of-use and interactivity. For general company and product information, visit www.brightsign.biz. For US sales inquiries, please contact or call +1-408-852-9263. For European sales inquiries, please email Pierre Gillet: or call +44-1223-911842. Follow BrightSign at http://twitter.com/brightsign and http://www.facebook.com/BrightSignLLC.

BrightSign and the BrightSign logo are registered trademarks of BrightSign, LLC in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Christie® a global visual display and audio technologies company with advanced manufacturing facilities in Kitchener, Ontario, has earned the first Ontario Exports Leadership Award.

Kitchener, Ontario (PRWEB) - Christie® a global visual display and audio technologies company with advanced manufacturing facilities in Kitchener, Ontario, has earned the first Ontario Exports Leadership Award. The award, presented by the Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) and Glacier Media, is given to the Ontario company that champions the cause of exporting within its industry.

Christie was also a finalist in the Value-Added Manufactured Goods category, which recognizes an Ontario company that adds value to assemblies or products for export. Th​e awards, honoring 26 finalists in seven sector categories, were presented at a special gala luncheon at the International Centre in Toronto, November 25. Held for the first time in Ontario, the awards paid tribute to the innovative approaches and contributions of Ontario export companies and the individuals who created those success stories.

“The Leadership Award recognizes a company or individual pushing the boundaries on exporting excellence. Christie stood out for its track record of investing in research and development to bring breakthrough, industry-first technologies to the world,” said Lisa Wichmann, chair of the 2014 Ontario Export Awards selection committee. “Christie is also cultivating the next generation of exporters and innovators through a highly-regarded co-op program and at the same time, continuing its development of sustainability and employee and community engagement programs.”

Commenting on the win, Gerry Remers, President and Chief Operating Officer of Christie Digital Systems Canada, said, “It is an honor to receive the Leadership Award as it not only demonstrates the company’s role in exporting, but it is an industry peer and community recognition for Christie’s spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship and workforce dedication.”

The Ontario Export Awards are a division of the Canada Export Awards, which have been hosted provincially in British Columbia and Alberta for decades.

About Christie®

Christie Digital Systems Canada Inc. is a global visual and audio technologies company and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ushio, Inc., Japan. Consistently setting the standards by being the first to market some of the world’s most advanced projectors and complete system displays, Christie is recognized as one of the most innovative visual technology companies in the world. From retail displays to Hollywood, mission critical command centers to classrooms and training simulators, Christie display solutions and projectors capture the attention of audiences around the world with dynamic and stunning images. Visit http://www.christiedigital.com.

Christie® is a registered trademark of Christie Digital Systems USA, Inc.​

New medical-grade and referral monitors deliver accurate information, improve patient experiences

CHICAGO - Today’s healthcare professionals are being asked to do more and improve patient experiences in their facilities.  The impetus is the Affordable Care Act, which is driving dramatic changes in radiology and other modalities, including the establishment of new payment models that encourage cost-effective care and performance-based incentives based on quality.

To help healthcare organizations address these changes, NEC Display Solutions of America announced two additions to its MultiSync® MD Series portfolio today.

The 3-megapixel, 21.3-inch MD210C3 is an affordable diagnostic monitor designed to meet the needs of healthcare facilities using Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) in diagnostic imaging.  The 32-inch MD322C8 is an 8-megapixel, Ultra High-Definition clinical monitor which features four times the resolution of Full HD. Both monitors are calibrated at the factory to the DICOM grayscale function for luminance.

MD210C3 Benefits

•     Includes a front sensor to maintain calibrated brightness, elevating the level of trust that medical imaging personnel have in the display’s performance
•     Features a human sensor that reduces the LCD brightness when a doctor leaves his or her desk, saving power and extending the life of the display

MD322C8 Benefits

•     Designed for calibrated, stable brightness, color accuracy and high pixel density, creating opportunities for pathology and surgical suite applications
•     Includes an Open Pluggable Specification (OPS)-compliant option slot compatible with 3G / HD / SDI input cards, giving institutions flexibility in installations and future-proofing their investments

“The MD210C3 is an affordable 3 megapixel color diagnostic alternative with a high-quality panel and competitive specifications,” said Art Marshall, Product Manager for Professional Desktop and Medical Displays at NEC Display Solutions.  “Together with the new MD322C8 8 megapixel clinical display, the MD210C3 underscores NEC’s commitment to giving medical imaging professionals the tools they need for accurate readings and improved patient experiences.”

The MultiSync MD210C3 and MD322C8 displays are available at an estimated street price of $4,299 and $6,399, respectively.

The displays, which are being demonstrated today through December 4 at RSNA 2014 (NEC Display Booth No. 6538) in Chicago, ship with a five-year limited parts and labor warranty, including Advanced Overnight Exchange, which is one of the best warranties in the industry.

NEC Display also announced the availability of the CC-i1Pro2 traceable calibration sensor for medical applications at $995.  Compliant with the latest medical monitor regulations and procedures, the traceable sensor comes with a certificate of conformance and the ability for recertification.

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 monitors, commercial- and professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a diverse line of multimedia and digital cinema 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, healthcare, education and digital signage. For additional information about NEC Display Solutions of America products, call (866) NEC-MORE, or visit the website at www.necdisplay.com.

About VUKUNET

VUKUNET, from NEC Display Solutions of America, is the engine that powers the digital out-of-home advertising business.  VUKUNET is the only universal ad serving platform that drives ads to any digital out-of-home network, regardless of content management system. VUKUNET makes the buying, flighting and reporting of digital out-of-home ad campaigns easy.  For additional information about VUKUNET, visit www.vukunet.com, or call (877) 805-VUKU. 

Axiomtek, one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of innovative, high performance and reliable PC-based industrial computer products, announces the release of its new ruggedized IPC934-230-FL fanless embedded system. To provide excellent computing capability, the high performance system is equipped with the newest 4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 or Celeron® processor in 22nm process and Intel® Q87 Express chipset. Total four PCI/PCIe expansion slots allow installation of a variety of off-the-shelf PCI/PCIe cards for configurable applications. The rugged Intel® Hasewell fanless industrial computer is an ideal fit for automatic optical inspection, digital signage appliance, POS/kiosk, embedded controller, factory automation and many more applications.

 “Our new IPC934-230-FL highly reduces power consumption and total cost of ownership. Powered by 4th generation Intel® Core™ CPU and two DDR3-1333/1600 SO-DIMM sockets supporting up to 16 GB memory as well as front-access design, it provides the outstanding computing performance and nice user experience. Through utilizing Intel® Q87 Express chipset, Intel® vPro, Intel® AMT 9.0 and Rapid Storage Technology, the hardened embedded system supports up to 11 different I/O interfaces. For convenient assembly and ease of maintenance, the fanless embedded PC adopts easy access PCI and PCIe slots,” said Jack Tseng, product manager of Product Planning Division at Axiomtek. “The IP30-rated IPC934-230-FL comes with abundant industrial grade features, and supports fanless, noiseless operation and unique thermal solution. It is ideal for industrial and embedded applications demanding reliability and stability in harsh environments.”

 The 4-slot industrial PC IPC934-230-FL is guaranteed to operate reliable in temperature ranging from -10°C to +50°C and is equipped with a 10~30 VDC 150W wide range power supply for mission-critical environments. It supports an easy-to-install fan module to dissipate heat generated within the system when high power consumption PCI/PCIe cards are installed. The all-in-one industrial grade embedded computer provides rich I/O connectors include two 2.5” SATA HDD, one CFast™ socket, four COM ports (one RS-232/422/485, three RS-232), two USB 3.0 ports, four USB 2.0 ports, dual Gigabit Ethernet, PS/2 ports, one DIO, audio and DVI-I. Moreover, the IPC934-230-FL supports various power protection including OVP (Over voltage protection), OTP (over temperature protection), OPP (over power protection) and SCP (over circuit protection) for more system safety.

The IPC934-230-FL will be available around the middle of January, 2015.  For more product details or pricing, please browse our global website www.axiomtek.com or contact our sales representative at .

 Advanced Features
 

•     Fanless operation and ruggedized design
•     4th generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 and Celeron® processors (codename: Haswell)
•     Intel® Q87 Express chipset
•     Two 204-pin DDR3-1333/1600 SO-DIMM system memory supporting up to 16 GB
•     Supports four PCI, one PCIe x1 and one PCIe x16 (HAB105)
•     Two 2.5" SATA HDD drive bays and one CFast™ socket
•     Supports 10V~30VDC 150 watt power supply
•     Compact & front I/O design
•     Rugged design and wide temperature range of -10°C ~ +50°C operation with W.T. SSD or W.T.
•     Supports Intel® AMT 9.0 (Intel® Active Management Technology)
•     Supports SATA 6Gbs with RAID 0,

Retailers and Mobile Apps, What Trends Will Drive Digital Signage in 2015, and More in the Latest PRI Journal

Learn about the six degree of digital connections that are affecting sales for grocery retailers, how Point of Sale technology is evolving, and how brands are employing omni-channel marketing to bring together many modes of customer engagement, along with other informative and thought-provoking articles in Platt Retail Institute's 3Q 2014 Journal of Retail Analytics, now available to download.   
           
CHICAGO -- The 3Q 2014 edition of PRI's Journal of Retail Analytics includes the following articles:

•     The Future of Engagement
•     Getting Personal: The Keys to Driving Mobile Engagement
•     Looking Back on Digital Signage Trends During 2014 and What is Going to Drive in 2015
•     Love Where You Live: VIVID Homes Reinvents Home Improvement in China
•     New Opportunity in Mobile Commerce: How Independent Retailers Should Approach Mobile Apps
•     Retail Technology -- No Borders
•     Six Degrees of Digital Connections: Growing Grocery Sales in an Omni-Channel World

"This issue of the Journal includes a look back at the trends that affected the digital signage industry in 2014 and what to expect in 2015, an in-depth discussion of how retail designers are focusing on the customer experience when they envision new store designs, and several articles about how retailers are adapting to changing digital technologies," said Steven Keith Platt, PRI Director and Research Fellow.
 
The Journal also includes the quarterly Retail Economic Outlook, in which PRI advances that in consideration of a strengthening U.S. economy, holiday spending will increase by 3.8 percent over 2013.   
 
Download the 3Q 2014 Journal of Retail Analytics to read these stories and more.  
 
About Platt Retail Institute

Platt Retail Institute (PRI) is an international consulting and research firm that focuses on the use of technology to impact the customer experience. In an omni-channel environment, PRI works with its clients to develop marketing strategies that build brands by integrating various customer-facing technologies. PRI clients include retailers, media companies, financial institutions, hardware and software companies, educational institutions, and other businesses. In addition to its global consulting expertise, PRI also publishes the quarterly Journal of Retail Analytics and other pioneering industry research.

The Breeze multi-head player brings an affordable way to have large-scale visual impact with the simplicity of a single media player that doubles as a video wall controller. Supporting 1080P on each digital screen, inspiring video walls are now in the grasp of aspiring businesses that refuse to settle for ordinary.

LENEXA, Kan. – Keywest Technology has launched a multi-head digital signage player using a powerful Intel® Core™ i7 CPU running on an Ubuntu® open source software platform. The multi-head player supports up to six 1080P channels, which provide a total resolution of 11,520 x 6,480 pixels, giving it the ability to create impressive video walls using thin bezel LCD screens. The player is controlled via the company’s cloud-based digital signage service called Breeze Digital Signage®.

Breaking tradition from the miniature-sized media players that are common today, the multi-head player is housed in a rugged 1.5RU server chassis that is designed for 24/7 operation. It uses an integrated six-port HDMI display card with Mini DisplayPort outputs. The chassis also uses a beefy 400W PSU with two internal cooling fans and a typical front to back flow-thru design for superior heat management.

“Our 6-head digital signage player gives system integrators, interior designers and architects an attractive choice for designing large displays with readily available thin-bezel LCD technology,” commented Keywest Technology’s President Nick Nichols. “The 6-head digital signage player is designed to work with all commercial-grade LCD products, allowing AV designers to implement video walls or menu arrays with only a few components. This is an ideal technology for creating larger-than-life images that are attractive, affordable and reliable.”

The Breeze Multi-Head 6 player is really two products in one. First and foremost, it is a digital signage media player. The player connects to a cloud server to download and cache content automatically or based on a schedule. Automatic content is typically sourced from built-in widgets that pull data from Internet or third-party sources. The widgets allow for multiple weather, news and RSS feeds, but third-party providers deliver syndicated and customized content feeds.

Another way of controlling content is by scheduling playlists through an online editor. The 6-head player can be easily controlled from anywhere using the Internet. For example, an administrator or assigned user logs in to their secured account on the BreezeDigitalSignage.com website. From there, access is given to upload media, create playlists, and schedule playlists based on date and time of day. Advanced digital signage management tools like nested playlists, an advertising module, and an admin approval queue are also provided.

The second function of the 2-in-1 multi-head player is the multi-screen controller, which performs similarly to a video wall controller. The supplied setup software allows up to 6 screens to be configured, either in landscape or portrait orientation. This gives some variation and flexibility on the outcome, with users deciding to have individual content on each channel or preferring to spread content to all of the displays combined. In either scenario, the displays must all be of the same model and resolution, with 1080P being the preferred default.

The Breeze Multi-Head 6 is being delivered now, with several notable installations including the fully restored and updated Orpheum Theater in downtown Omaha, Nebraska. AV system integrators, architectural media designers and digital signage resellers are encouraged to inquire for more information on the Breeze Digital Signage website: http://www.breezedigitalsignage.com

About Keywest Technology

Keywest Technology is an authentic developer of digital signage technology and a full-service provider offering solutions from simple playback to large multi-sign and interactive networks. Keywest builds systems with a holistic approach that includes key software technologies, creative design, system design, and comprehensive support plans. Based in Lenexa, Kansas, the company is dedicated to making business communication as enjoyable as a day at the beach. For more information, visit www.KeywestTechnology.com.

Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
Ubuntu is a registered trademark of Canonical Ltd.
Breeze Digital Signage is a registered trademark of Keywest Technology, Inc.

Taipei, Taiwan - Mahidol University is a top-ranked university in Bangkok, Thailand. In order to enable efficient two-way communication with the campus, Mahidol adopted CAYIN digital signage solutions and built a digital information network in its medical center. With the use of digital technology, the limits of traditional learning can easily be transcended.

Instant and Dynamic Messages

In today's rapidly changing environment, digital signage has become an indispensable platform for education. Digital bulletin boards can truly replace the functions of traditional bulletin boards. When deployed at front gates, in front of elevators, outside conference rooms or laboratories, the flexible scheduling of digital contents can provide students, faculty members, and visitors with timely and accurate information. By combining technology with online resources, interactive multimedia contents, and other popular platforms, diverse knowledge and broad perspectives can be nurtured everywhere.

Collaborative and Progressive Resources

Digital signage not only allows for cross-platform integration, but also facilitates internal information flows across entire organizations. With systematic management, cooperation between different departments can become easier than ever. In addition, digitalization can help us to create a paperless environment and improve energy efficiency. Remote management functions can also reduce overall costs in the message- delivery process and further help organizations to develop fine services and unlimited potential.

Please download the complete case study from CAYIN’s website:
http://www.cayintech.com/digital_signage_applications/case_Mahidol_University.html

About Mahidol University

Founded in 1890, Mahidol University has devoted itself to education and research in medicine, health sciences and basic sciences. Mahidol has successfully built up a worldwide reputation due to its phenomenal performance in the area of medical science. Over the past 20 years, Mahidol has won 8 distinguished scientific awards, 12 outstanding invention awards, and 18 research awards. The university also contains the most modern and advanced medical equipment.

About CAYIN Technology

CAYIN Technology offers a complete portfolio of appliance-based digital signage solutions, including media players, servers, and software, for various commercial applications, such as education, transportation, retail, hospitality, corporate use, and financial and public institutions. CAYIN is dedicated to being a reliable partner to its clients worldwide and has successfully set up various application references globally. In order to best facilitate the deployment of CAYIN products, the company also provides tailored services to satisfy the ever-growing market demand for almost limitless applications.

LOS GATOS, CA -- (Marketwired) -- BrightSign, LLC, the global market leader in digital signage media players, today announced the most comprehensive portfolio update in the company's history. Headlining today's news is the next generation of BrightSign's award-winning HD and XD product lines, all of which offer greatly increased performance while maintaining existing price points. The company also unveiled its new BrightSign LS product line, a pair of very affordable, full-featured devices for commercial audio and price-sensitive digital signage applications. Lastly, targeted at the higher end of the industry demanding unsurpassed performance, the company recently began shipping its flagship line of 4K players. All told, this is BrightSign's most comprehensive portfolio of digital signage media players to-date.

"BrightSign is a company with a solid focus on technology and innovation -- we've seen this time and again through the company's participation as an exhibitor on our traveling E4 AV Tour," said Brian Rhatigan, business development manager for Almo Professional A/V. "Our reseller partners ask for BrightSign's products by name because of this leadership, and they are sure to be pleased with the technical advancements to the product lines as these updates will enable even more dynamic and engaging installations."

BrightSign's portfolio of digital signage media players now consists of 10 players across four product lines:

BrightSign LS
BrightSign's new LS series players are ideal for customers who require the affordability of a low-cost solution, but who desire a purpose-built device with greater reliability, flexibility and performance. The LS422 ($250) is capable of 1080p30 single video decoding, with features such as GPIO and USB interactivity, and S/PDIF for digital sound to easily outperform any similarly priced device. The LS322 ($200) is a fully featured commercial audio device with S/PDIF connectivity capable of handling any audio-only installation. Both of BrightSign's new LS players are purpose-built for digital signage and audio applications, with reliability and longevity of support that simply can't be beat.

BrightSign HD
Refined from three models down to two, and updated with a new feature set that establishes a new standard for PC-class performance at affordable price points, BrightSign HD now supports HTML5 and 1080p60 content. Both the HD222 ($350) and HD1022 ($500) offer the ability to deliver networked content updates and live data feeds, along with GPIO interactivity, UDP support and video wall synchronization. Both models are updated with a new "remote snapshot" feature that provides a snapshot view of your running presentation using local networking and the BrightSign App, or via the BrightSign Network. Additionally, the HD1022 delivers supplemental interactivity options via USB 2.0 and serial connectivity.

BrightSign XD
All three of BrightSign's XD models have been updated with an even faster graphics and HTML5 engine, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and the added convenience of remote viewing capabilities. All of these elevated capabilities are delivered at the same price points of their predecessors. The XD232 ($450) boasts faster graphics and HTML5 engine and PoE, as well as interactive capabilities via UDP commands and the BrightSign App, plus GPIO controls and video wall synchronization. The XD1032 ($600) also includes S/PDIF output for pure digital and surround sound audio, and additional interactive controls via serial and dual USB 2.0 ports. And the XD1132 ($650) adds Live TV playback via HDMI, even HDCP-protected content.

BrightSign 4K
The three BrightSign 4K models remain the most sought-after solutions for systems integrators who are building installations that showcase the latest technological advances up to and including 4K playback. The 4K242 ($600) offers PoE, as well as the most powerful video engine capable of dual decoding of one 4K video and one Full HD video simultaneously. It includes abundant content support such as HTML5, live media feeds, IP streaming, and more. The GPIO port offers basic interactivity, while the Ethernet port supports networked interactivity for synchronized video walls, mobile device interactivity and messaging between BrightSign and third-party devices using UDP commands. The 4K1042 ($700) adds S/PDIF output for pure digital surround sound audio and a multitude of interactive controls for engaging interactive displays including GPIO, serial, USB and UDP. Rounding out the 4K lineup, BrightSign's top-of-the-line 4K1142 ($850) also delivers Live TV playback via the HDMI input, even HDCP-protected content.

To help customers quickly determine the most appropriate player for their particular application, BrightSign now offers a free, web-based Product Selector Tool. Customers are prompted to answer a short series of questions about their installation -- the answers to which ultimately steer them to the BrightSign product that best suits their needs.

"BrightSign now offers the industry's most competitive, complete line-up of digital signage media players, from BrightSign 4K players offering the best of the best in features and technology all the way down to a new low-cost commercial-grade signage player that's a far superior alternative to the consumer devices that many people use for low-cost applications," said Jeff Hastings, CEO of BrightSign. "And at the core of our portfolio, we were able to upgrade our next-generation HD and XD players with the latest technology to support new functionality and features, including HTML5, while maintaining existing price points across the board."

BrightSign's new portfolio is a testament to the company's commitment to innovation -- refreshing its legacy products with the latest technology and delivering new products to serve even the most highly specialized digital signage vertical markets. For more information about BrightSign's complete portfolio of digital signage products, visit http://www.brightsign.biz.

About BrightSign
BrightSign, LLC is the global market leader in digital signage players, as named by IHS in its most recent 2013 Global Market for Digital Signage study which reported market share of all media players, STBs and PC-based signage solutions combined. Based in Los Gatos, California, the company develops products, software and networking solutions for digital signage. BrightSign solid-state digital sign controllers set new standards for both stand-alone and networked digital signage applications with their superior video quality, reliability, affordability, ease-of-use and interactivity. For general company and product information, visit www.brightsign.biz. For US sales inquiries, please contact or call +1-408-852-9263. For European sales inquiries, please email Pierre Gillet: or call +44-1223-911842. Follow BrightSign at http://twitter.com/brightsign and http://www.facebook.com/BrightSignLLC.

BrightSign and the BrightSign logo are registered trademarks of BrightSign, LLC in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications subject to change without notice.

AD Technologies announces the certification of Wondersign’s Digital Media application for use on the PROPORT™ commercial tablet.

Traverse City, Michigan (PRWEB) - AD Technologies announces the certification of Wondersign’s Digital Media application for use on the PROPORT™ commercial tablet.

The PROPORT is a powerful Android-based commercial tablet from AD Technologies which can be deployed as a digital signage display, self-serve kiosk, point-of-sale terminal, business process solution, and much more. WONDERSIGN is a software application that delivers digital media to screens and tablets for on-premise upselling, wayfinding and information display, all with an intuitive and affordable management console in the cloud.

“This an exciting step for AD Technologies, and we are proud to support Wondersign’s Android application with our PROPORT device. With the release of the PROPORT, customers deploying commercial and business applications no longer need to rely on consumer tablets, like the Samsung Galaxy Tab, and 3rd party enclosures for mounting and securing the tablet and cables. Our device features a high performance CPU, powerful video processing, built-in VESA mount, removable rear panels for securing multiple USB peripheral devices, and smart cable routing in a compact and aesthetically pleasing form factor. This makes it a perfect match for the Wondersign software, which provides outstanding capabilities for creating engaging digital media displays and digital signage,” says Dan McKean, Vice President of Sales at AD Technologies.

“I am thrilled to announce that PROPORT commercial grade tablets can now be deployed with Wondersign’s easy-to-use content management platform,” said Andy Reinhard, Chief Executive Officer of Wondersign. “As a hardware-independent software provider we strive to offer our clients a wide variety of powerful devices for a multitude of applications. PROPORT tablets are a perfect addition, particularly for interactive kiosks that require high-performance commercial grade tablets with enhanced security and connectivity features.”

ADT offers configurable, purposed devices, optimized for business and commercial applications. The PROPORT™ commercial tablet is their flagship product and is designed for integration with numerous peripherals and mounting solutions for full-featured installations. PROPORT provides a clean Android interface without “bloatware,” generous IO connections, built-in cable security, VESA mounting, and more. The device is also modular and can be customized or branded for OEM or key account customers.

About AD Technologies

APPLIED DEVICE TECHNOLOGIES was established in 2013. As a product development, sales and distribution company, our team draws on well decades of experience designing, marketing and producing commercial grade electronic devices and solutions. ADT’s goal is to provide customers with innovative products that drive business goals, facilitate customer demand and offer best of breed technology solutions to deliver value and easy to deploy end-to-end solutions. ADT’s main office is located in Traverse City, Michigan. For more information visit: http://www.applieddevicetechnologies.com

About Wondersign

Wondersign® is an easy-to-use, affordable and powerful cloud-based digital media distribution service for digital signage and interactive kiosks ideal for in-store marketing and on-premise upselling as well as digital out-of-home advertising. An intuitive administrator’s console allows for the creation and scheduling of attractive content with zero technical knowledge and no additional software. Wondersign can be used for an unlimited number of displays in multiple locations around the globe, and supports a variety of hardware products from different manufacturers. Wondersign’s United States headquarters is located in Tampa, Florida. For more information visit: http://www.wondersign.com

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