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RMG Networks and SCG Financial Acquisition Corp. Announce Agreement for Business Combination

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RMG Networks_logoTransaction Provides RMG Networks With Additional Access to Capital to Support Growth

Reach Media Group Holdings, Inc. (RMG Networks), a leader in the digital signage industry, and SCG Financial Acquisition Corp, a special purpose acquisition company, today announced that RMG Networks will combine with SCG pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Merger.

RMG Networks Highlights

Daktronics Prepares for First Outdoor 15-SMD LED Installation at UAlbany

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Daktronics First Outdoor 15-SMD LED Installation at UAlbanyDaktronics of Brookings, S.D., announced today that the University at Albany (UAlbany), State University of New York, has asked the company to design, manufacture and install an integrated LED display system for the Great Danes home football games at their new multi-sport stadium.

The installation includes Daktronics first outdoor 15 millimeter pixel layout to feature Surface Mount Device (SMD) technology, where all 3-in-1 LED pixels are fixed to the surface of the printed circuit board. This main video display sits just behind the end zone and measures more than 21.5 feet tall by more than 38 feet wide.

Digital Signage Expo 2013 to Present All NEW Educational Seminar Programs February 27-28, 2013 in Las Vegas

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Digital Signage Expo_logoDigital Signage Expo® (DSE), the world’s largest and longest running International Tradeshow and Conference dedicated to digital signage, interactive technology and digital out-of-home networks (DOOH),will present its three-day conference on Feb. 26-28, 2013, with the exhibition hall open for two days starting on Feb. 27-28 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas.

Below are some of the not-to-miss events you can expect at the show. For more information and to register for these events if you haven’t already done so, visit www.digitalsignageexpo.net.

Keywest Technology Revamps TotalCARE Support System to Meet Evolving Customer Needs

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Keywest Technology has announced a significant overhaul of its TotalCARE™ support system, enhancing its capability to address the dynamic needs of today’s digital signage customers. This transformation is part of Keywest’s commitment to providing exceptional support, evolving from their original premise-based software model to a diverse, cloud-based product line.

Adapting to a Changing Landscape

Initially launched over six years ago, Keywest Technology’s support plan was tailored for a singular, premise-based software running on Windows. However, with the shift towards cloud-based solutions and the integration of systems compatible with Windows, Linux, and Android, the company recognized the necessity for a more versatile and comprehensive support system.

Nick Nichols, Keywest Technology’s president and CTO, explained, “Our latest digital signage software operates in a virtualized environment, eliminating the need for local IT expertise. This shift has broadened our customer base, introducing users with more creative and operational needs rather than purely technical ones.”

Introducing the Kayako Fusion Platform

To better manage these diverse requirements, Keywest Technology has adopted the Kayako Fusion platform. Lisa Ramsour, the company’s customer service manager, emphasized the benefits, stating, “Our new help desk automates and streamlines support processes, allowing us to efficiently manage different product lines and client needs seamlessly.”

The new TotalCARE™ system, launched in mid-December 2012, offers features designed to enhance customer service. This includes the ability to create support tickets that are automatically prioritized and assigned case numbers. These tickets are then directed to appropriate team members based on warranty status, product type, and issue severity.

Enhanced Customer Support Features

Keywest Technology’s revamped support system includes a real-time chat feature, enabling customers to quickly resolve minor issues without the need to create a ticket. This ensures prompt assistance directly from product support personnel, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.

Ramsour is confident in the new system’s ability to meet customer needs, stating, “Our experience, combined with this new process, ensures that no customer will fall through the cracks, regardless of their support needs.”

Immediate Availability and Future Expansion

The all-new TotalCARE™ support system is now accessible via Keywest Technology’s corporate website (www.keywesttechnology.com) and the MediaZone Pro product microsite (www.MediaZonePro.com). As Keywest Technology continues to expand its product lines throughout 2013, the help desk will be further developed to incorporate features tailored to specific support requirements for each new product.

About Keywest Technology

Keywest Technology designs comprehensive digital signage systems, offering solutions from basic playback to complex multi-sign and interactive networks. The company integrates key software technologies, creative design, system design, and comprehensive support to deliver holistic digital signage solutions.

Atlona to Present Educational Session on HDMI Standards at ISE 2013

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Atlona_logoAtlona®, a leading digital connectivity solutions provider, today announced that Bill Schripsema, the company’s commercial product manager, will deliver an educational session on HDMI® standards at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2013. “HDMI Done Right – A Technical Deep-Dive” will take place on Jan. 29, from 3- 4:30 p.m. in room D204.

In his presentation, Schripsema will provide an in-depth look into the technical aspects of HDMI standards, and will discuss the proper handling of HDMI signals in any A/V system. Attendees will learn about protocols such as extended display identification data (EDID), hot plug, and high-bandwidth digital content protection (HDCP), and how they work with one another to produce an optimal HDMI signal.

Two weeks to go: InfoComm releases highlights of Future Trends Summit

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ISE_Future Trends audienceFor the third year in a row, InfoComm International® will host a one-day FutureTrends Summit on Monday 28 January, 11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., the day before the Integrated Systems Europe 2013 tradeshow.

“For professionals wishing to plan forward for the next three to five years, Future Trends is an event not to be missed,” says Terry Friesenborg, CTS, Senior VP, International Development at InfoComm International. “We will impart the latest knowledge and expert viewpoints from our consultant, integrator, end customer panel who will discuss market opportunities, disruptive technologies and outside threats in detail, offering a complete picture of the future of AV.”

ViewSonic EXCLUSIVELY appoints Ingram Micro to sell Digital Signage

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ViewSonic_logoIngram Micro set to sell ViewSonic Digital Signage products in UK/Ireland

ViewSonic, a global provider of computing, consumer electronics and communications solutions, appoints Ingram Micro to exclusively sell all Digital Signage products across UK and Ireland from large format commercial displays to All-in-One E-posters.

The technology world is changing fast. There is a paradigm shift in digital that is happening at a more accelerated rate than ever expected. The rapid adoption of all things digital and mass market’s hunger for quick and relevant information is clearly the catalyst. Enterprise and business are having to adopt large format displays for applications including digital out-of-home advertising, on-site messaging, and interactive collaboration to reach their target market.

The Music Marketeers and Scala collaborate to offer unified background music and screen communication solution

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The Music Marketeers_ScalaInstore entertainment expert The Music Marketeers has partnered with leading digital signage company Scala, to offer integration in terms of background music and visual communication. Thanks to StreamAlot, the streaming audio platform of The Music Marketeers, Scala users can quickly and easily add music to their visual message.

Audio and video in one system

With StreamAlot, The Music Marketeers not only provides its customers with professional, preprogrammed music channels, but also tailor-made, branded radio stations, including advertising and corporate jingles, to emphasize brand identity. StreamAlot’s affordable, low-maintenance instore entertainment solution allows Scala users to unify sound and image together in one system; which is especially interesting in a retail environment.

YCD Multimedia and BrightSign Announce Integrated Digital Merchandising Solution

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YCD Multimedia_logoBrightSign_logoYCD Multimedia, a leading global provider of smart digital media solutions, and BrightSign, the market leader in digital signage players, today announced an integrated digital merchandising solution, combining BrightSign’s digital signage media players with YCD’s Retail Advertising and Merchandising Platform (RAMP). The combined solution will be launched at ISE (Integrated Systems Europe), to be held January 29-31, 2013 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and will be showcased at YCD’s booth (#N116, Hall 10).

The YCD RAMP/BrightSign solution addresses the needs of the retail industry. It allows retailers – easily, quickly and cost effectively – to implement new promotional campaigns that enhance customer experience, promote user’s brand, and deliver useful information. It supports the management of pre-designed graphic templates that enable rapid creation and update of promotional clips. Varying permission levels can be assigned to regional or local managers, giving them the ability to act in real time with specific product promotions, by eliminating the need for time-consuming corporate approvals.

AutoZone Adopts NuoDB Cloud Database for Digital Signage System

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NuoDB_logoNuoDB, Inc., a startup offering the industry’s only elastically scalable Cloud Data Management System (CDMS), today announced that AutoZone, the leading retailer and a leading distributor of automotive replacement parts and accessories, has selected the NuoDB solution as a key component in their next generation digital signage system.

For more than 30 years, AutoZone has been committed to providing the best parts, prices and customer service in the automotive aftermarket industry. This commitment is backed by an information technology (IT) function that is continually improving their support for its customers through the innovative application of computing solutions.

Daktronics Agrees to Purchase Belgium Display Manufacturer

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Daktronics_logoDaktronics, Inc has entered into an agreement to purchase OPEN Out-of-Home Solutions (OPEN), a Belgium company. OPEN is a European industry leader in providing light boxes and scrollers, advertising signs and billboard advertising displays to third party advertising (TPA) companies. OPEN has been in business over 20 years, and it is privately owned.

Daktronics and OPEN have been cooperating to manufacture and deliver digital displays in Europe using OPEN’s proprietary cabinetry system and Daktronics’ designed and manufactured electronics for the past few years. With the addition of this combined digital product and OPEN’s product line to Daktronics’ existing display systems offerings, Daktronics positions itself in the European marketplace with a complete product line for TPA companies.

Amscreen and Garmin extend partnership

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Amscreen_logoAmscreen, Europe’s largest digital media network owner, has today announced it will extend its deal with Garmin, the world leader in satellite navigation. The deal marks the first time Garmin have booked an annual deal with Amscreen and comes as a result of the success of last year’s activity.

The annual contract will enable Garmin to obtain consistent brand awareness with a highly  appropriate audience of motorists, both through traffic sponsorship and relevant advertising. The partnership will see Garmin content screened across the 1,900 forecourt locations for the duration of 2013.

TouchSystems to Exhibit at Digital Signage Expo 2013

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TouchSystems_logoTouchSystems will exhibit at Digital Signage Expo 2013. The company will display several products, and representatives from the company will be available for meetings.

TouchSystems couldn’t be happier about the opportunity to exhibit. Carol Nordin, president of TouchSystems, says, “We look forward to attending DSE every year. The expo helps to set the tone for the year. This year’s theme of ‘inspiring innovation’ is one that resonates with us as our goal always is to creative innovative touch solutions. We’re excited to share some of our products and our knowledge with the people who will be at the expo.”

FaceCake Demonstrates The Next Big Thing In Shopping at NRF 2013

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FaceCake Marketing TechnologiesThe Leader in Augmented Retail Invites You To See and Experience the Future of Fashion Retail

FaceCake Marketing Technologies, Inc. is previewing its revolutionary augmented retail Try-On technologies in Microsoft’s booth (#1005) at the 102nd annual NRF Convention & Expo on January 14-15, 2013, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

Utilizing cutting-edge technology, FaceCake Augmented Retail provides an immersive Try-On shopping platform that brings retailers face-to-face with customers wherever they are. Swivel Digital Signage draws shoppers into stores. Swivel Virtual Dressing Room gives them product Try-On capabilities beyond the normal limits. Try-On rich media banners engage them from their computers and our mobile solutions engage them from their phones. With FaceCake’s interactive virtual Try-On, real-time product recommendations and detailed consumer metrics, building sales with targeted marketing takes on a whole new reality.

Matrox Graphics to Highlight Advanced Video Management Solutions for AV and Digital Signage Installations at ISE 2013

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Matrox-Graphics_logoAV integrators and installers to see latest innovations in Full-HD video distribution over IP, output/input video wall controller board, and fiber-optic KVM extension technologies

Matrox Graphics Inc. today announced that Matrox Maevex™ video distribution over IP, Matrox Mura MPX™ video wall controller boards, and Matrox Avio™ F120 KVM extenders will drive a number of high-performance video management platforms at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2013, stand #11-H68.

BrightSign and TMM Communication Digitise Duty Free Stores at Charles de Gaulle International Airport in Paris, France

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BrightSign Digital signage installed at Charles de Gaulle International Airport_1 BrightSign Digital signage installed at Charles de Gaulle International Airport_2Cutting-edge Digital Signage Reinvents the Duty Free Shopping Experience

BrightSign, LLC®, the market leader in digital signage players, announced today its recent collaboration with TMM Communication to provide digital signage to Buy Paris Duty Free shops in Charles de Gaulle International Airport. The Société de Distribution Aéroportuaire (SDA), a joint venture between Aéroports de Paris and Aelia (Lagardère Services), chose BrightSign and TMM Communication to implement its strategy for digital communication at Buy Paris Duty Free, the retail brand created by SDA.