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AAVARA launches HDMI Matrix 4X2

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AAVARA HDMI Matrix 4X2 switcherInsisting on professional line of HDMI product, Aavara® officially released PM4X2- a 1080p HDMI 1.3b MATRIX 4X2 is a switcher/splitter hub in January and available now on the retail market.

It offers you maximum convenience in HDMI signal distribution when you have multiple HDMI sources and displays to connect together. Each of the Four HDMI sources can be directed to any one of the two HDMI outputs so two displays/projector can show same source or two different sources simultaneously. It is compliant with Blu-ray DVD players and satellite set top boxes to any HDMI compatible display. Sources are accessible at any time to any display when operating with the IR remote.  Serving as the HDMI solution for professional Digital Signage Installation.

AAVARA HDMI Matrix 4X2 switcher connectivity diagram

PM4X2 4×2 matrix switching allows maximum versatility for integrated systems.  For more information, please visit

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Wireless Ronin Announces Alliance With Chrome and eVox for Automotive Digital Signage Content

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Wireless Ronin Technologies logoWireless Ronin Technologies, Inc., a Minneapolis-based digital signage provider, announced today the launch of a strategic relationship with Chrome Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of DealerTrack Holdings, Inc.  and eVox Images focused on delivering streamlined automotive content for the RoninCast for Automotive digital signage platform.

Through this alliance, Wireless Ronin leverages Chrome data paired with eVox digital assets to create a powerful Automotive Product Information Center (Auto-PIC) now available in RoninCast for Automotive.

Digital signage spending to boom in UAE

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UAE. Digital signage spending on Dubai Metro and its stations could fetch AED 10 million per annum (US$2.7 million), just the tip of the iceberg, industry officials said in an interview for Gulf News. The significant drop in advertising expenditure by retailers due to the global financial crisis is boosting the fortunes of the UAE’s digital signage industry which is now expected to grow by 125% in 2009, according to industry sources.

Centralised Digital Signage to be deployed across UAE Mosques

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Alpha Data logoThe General Authority of Islamic Affairs & Endowment (GAIAE), through the leadership of His Highness, Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the president of the UAE, is set to implement the very first centralised digital signage system in mosques across the UAE in order to promote awareness of Islamic moderation in line with the country’s strategic plan.  Alpha Data, a leading systems integrator, has been chosen to deploy the system.

A replicating software has been installed that will distribute information for the signage from a central location.  In the first phase, Alpha Data is set to change the software and GSM module of the existing LCD screens from 300 mosques across the UAE.  In the second phase, Alpha Data will install 250 LCD screens in mosques across the country which will be controlled from a central location via a replicating software which organises content and distribution.

Fanless AOpen Digital Engine DEX4500 offers full HD capability

AOpen DEX4500 Digital Signage PlayerAOpen Digital Engine series is the Number One solution for Digital Signage, KIOSK, Thin Client, Media Player, medical, and many more applications. The AOpen Digital Engine DEX4500 adapts Intel GM45 and ICH9M for Core 2 Duo processors and equips a HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port with HDCP (High bandwidth Content Protection) for full HD contents. Furthermore, its multi-channel audio output is ideal for high quality multi-sensual experience.

Visix delivers interactive conference room digital signage line

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Visix Inc., has released its new interactive conference room sign line. Visix’s interactive MeetingMinder room signs are available with 10.4-inch or 15-inch displays that can be wall-mounted or recessed. The interactive touchscreen room management feature, wrapped around the Visix digital signage player, offers “walk-up” reservation capability with bi-directional event scheduling support for Dean Evans & Associates EMS Software and Microsoft Exchange.

SANYO Announces PDG-DHT100JL DLP® 6,500 lm Full HD Projector

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SANYO PDG DHT100JL DLP Full HD ProjectorStrong against dust with new sealed optical engine and Active Maintenance Filter, as well as wireless HD transmission compatibility among other incredible options!

AAVARA launches 1080p HDMI Diamond Cable

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AAVARA HDMI Diamond CableAAVARA® HDMI Hi-Definition AV Cable, V1.3b, 19P male to 19P male, Superior Gold Diamond-cutting design with 24K gold plated connector and a black/yellow nylon webbing, best match with your precious HDMI AV devices.

Exclusive diamond elements blended with Aavara brand relief presence, incorporating perfection as well functionality to best match our HDMI-ready devices like PS3, XBox, Bluray DVD player, STB bringing highly enjoyment of home theater facility.

Sina.com Buys Focus Media’s Digital Out-of-Home Business In China

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Sina logoIn one of the biggest Chinese technology deals of 2008, Chinese Internet portal Sina.com has entered into a definitive agreement worth about USD1 billion with Focus Media Holding Limited to acquire substantially all of the assets of Focus Media’s digital out-of-home advertising networks, including LCD display network, poster frame network and in-store network.

Focus Media will retain its Internet advertising division, the movie theater advertising network portion of its commercial location network and certain traditional billboards.

SpanImage announces first deployment of digital signage in Muscat, Oman

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SpanImage, the UAE’s leading digital signage firm, announced today Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMC) has chosen their digital solution to act as the communication platform to its visitors and employees to display current information on services, promotions, policy change and major regional and local news.

Oman Oil Marketing Company (omanoil), formed in October 2003, following the acquisition of the majority share of BP Oman by omanoil Company (OOC), omanoil is envisaged to be the future in petrol and lubricant retail in Oman.The department provides a full-service marketing and communications to support all areas of the business.

‘Omanoil is an exciting customer acquisition for us,’ said Kadill Ali, the group marketing manager, SpanImage. ‘This is our 1st project in Oman and we are pleased to have secured such a high profile client,’ in addition to the staff the office is largely visited by distinct business partners and clients. Our system (SpanDDS) will be used as an internal communications network channel to display all major news and company announcements using high end NEC LCD screens.

‘As a company, we at omanoil are always seeking ways to further improve our communication methods, in such tough times; you don’t want to use just emails to announce important news. For example the company needs to get a CEO’s message out to all employees. Now with the use of SpanDDS solution we have a great platform to communicate changes and entertain at the same time,’said, Wisam J. Al-Said, PR & communications manager

He added, ‘Furthermore, the content can easily be scheduled, this gives us much tailored flexibility to target our messages more closely to the target audience in real time, without having the expense or time lag associated with the traditional printed materials. It’s clear that digital signage has gained a great deal of acceptance over the last few years, Kadill Continues most of our clients are looking for some extended reach and applying different approaches than that of their competitor, we have been working hard as part of an emerging new media to remove as many barriers as possible, therefore, we offer both the creation and remote content management as part of our turnkey solution to the client, we have a team of people in place who are experts with over 10yrs experience in this field.’

‘We believe the success of this project will allow us to demonstrate, in real terms, the cost benefits that digital signage can deliver to any business organization as a corp. communication channel,’ Wisam J. Al-Said concluded.

Source: AmeInfo.com

DC’s Newseum Deploys Noventri Technology – The News Becomes a Digital Experience

 

Noventri logoNoventri announces installation of proprietary digital signage technology at DC’s Newseum. High-end digital signage is part of the museum’s efforts to create an interactive environment for patrons and news related history.

Smithsburg, Maryland, December 18, 2008 – Noventri announces that the Newseum, a digitally savvy museum that delves into the history and industry of news, is using Noventri for digital scheduling, informational and directional displays throughout 10 of the museum’s floors. Newseum officials felt it was essential to appeal to the Web 2.0 generation by presenting the history of news and news reporting through an interactive environment that uses a multitude of video screens, touchscreens and digital signs.

Design Reactor Collaborates with Cisco on Signage Solutions

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Design Reactor logoDesign Reactor has become a member of Cisco’s Academy of Digital Signage (ADS) through which it will offer digital signage solutions.

Design Reactor claims to provide integrated digital marketing services by combining intelligence, strategic planning, and technology to deliver effective, results-driven marketing communications.Cisco deals in networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and collaborate.

Scala Partners with Alpha Japan to Deliver the First Large-Scale Deployment of Digital Signage in Tokyo Convenience Stores

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Scala logoScala, the leading provider of end-to-end solutions for the digital signage and advertising management markets, today announced Alpha Japan has selected Scala’s award winning digital signage platform to power its ASP service named “Primix™ VISION”, primarily focused at retail customers. With 150 systems deployed and another 300 scheduled to deploy by mid-2009, Alpha Japan has demonstrated is success in the Japanese marketplace.

Four Winds Interactive and USA TODAY Enter Into Digital Signage Business

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Four Winds Interactive logoFour Winds Interactive and USA TODAY have partnered on a digital signage initiative that will bring an unprecedented digital concierge to each new and redesigned lobby in the Courtyard by Marriott(R) brand. Debuting late last year as a prototype, the GoBoard(TM) acts as an interactive digital information center for guests, showcasing live news from USA TODAY and running off of the Four Winds Interactive digital signage software platform. Now available in eight hotels, Courtyard expects to rollout the GoBoard and lobby redesign at 150 hotels by the end of 2009.

The Marketplace Station Introduces In-Store Digital Stations at Whole Foods Market to Help Marketers and Consumers

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Planet-Tek Systems_logoPlanet-Tek Systems, a leader in digital signage management solutions, is launching The Marketplace Station™ series of digital signage “stations” at Whole Foods Market locations in Toronto (Yorkville) and Oakville, in November 2008. The stations, with targeted full-motion communications in select store departments, will help marketers in store heighten their point-of-purchase initiatives, and will benefit consumers with product info and food/lifestyle ideas.

“Our partnership with Whole Foods will see us providing 10 unique digital stations to reach thousands of consumers each week while they shop” says George Andreoglou, President of Planet-Tek Systems. “The Marketplace Station™ communicates with consumers from the moment they enter the store with “The Welcome Station” and continues to be part of their in-store shopping experience from department to department with stations such as “The Produce Station” and “The Ecological Station.”

NEC Seguente mini Express5800/51Ma Desktop PC

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NEC Seguente mini Express58005 1Ma Desktop PCNEC releases in Japan the Seguente mini Express5800/51Ma compact desktop PC. NEC’s Seguente mini is powered by Intel’s Core 2 Duo or Celeron processor, up to 4GB of RAM, integrated graphics and 160GB hard drive.

The Seguente Express5800/51Ma comes with a DVD SuperMulti burner, and Ethernet port. It runs Windows Vista Business OS. This Seguente mini Express5800/51Ma is so small measuring 195 x 181 x 93mm and weighs 2.5kg. It offers D-sub and DVI outputs.

Source: NEC

NEC Wins 2008 DIGI Award from The Digital Signage Group Internal PC Named Best Media Player at the Digital Signage Show

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NEC logoNEC Display Solutions of America, a leading stand-alone provider of commercial LCD displays and projectors, today announced that it received a DIGI Award for Best Media Player for its high-end MPD-SBC-16 single board computer, an innovative solution for digital signage deployments. The fourth annual awards from The Digital Signage Group were presented recently at the Digital Signage Show in New York and honor excellence in the digital signage industry.