Digital Signage Australia - Video Wall & Touch Screens
Digital Signage Australia
Digital Signage Australia Monitor Solutions - Video Walls
Digital Signage Australia can get their hands on several brands of screens from Vendors such as LG, Samsung, Panasonic, Benq, NEC and Sharp.
It must be noted that Kickstart does not have all the screen options on the site, as most of our clients ask for a recommendation, to suit their purpose.
Before Kickstart can give advice, we need to know criteria such as:
- screen size, shape, resolution and bezel width
- the screen use i.e. video wall for advertisement
- screen layout if more than one i.e. 2x2, 3x3
- ambient light levels to overcome - the higher the cd/m2 brightness the greater the purchase price
- required inputs i.e. VGA, HDMI, DP, DVI
We will have a brief look at models available within the 55" range to give an idea of whats out there.
Before we do so, the below link may be used to pull up displays where the keyword of "Video Wall" is used within the description
Digital Signage Australia - Samsung 55" Video Wall Display
Lets, start off with the Samsung range.
This is by far our biggest seller - however, is this due to Samsungs marketing prowess or is it having something that the others do not -- prob best to call to discuss.
The Samsung UE55D is featured below.
Our clients, have given favorable review in terms of being able to display a video wall deploying a "PC-less network connection that lets you plug in a USB and link multiple displays over a daisy chain configuration."
They are also rapt, with the slim design and weight.
The above now has become obsolete - a recommendation is below
If you were wising to have a brief look at the Samsung Video Wall Options the below link may assist
Or for a more screens, the keyword of "Samsung Smart" may pull up a few more, however, TVs and devices will also come up within the search.
Visiting the Samsung website to begin your research is also advisable, as not all models may be shown on the site - Current Samsung Video Wall Displays
Digital Signage Australia - Panasonic TH-55LFV6W 55" LCD Video Wall Display
The below Panasonic, has strengths within the specs of a Ultra-Narrow Bezel (3.5 mm Bezel-to-Bezel Distance) and great colour reproduction.
Its the direct competitor model to the above Samsung, with our clients reporting the only negative of it being heavy in comparison to the others.
Digital Signage Australia - Benq PL552 55" Video Wall Display
The below Benq Video Wall Display has a slim bezel @ 3.5mm and has a daisy chain capability of up to 15 x 15 monitors.
"Featuring industry-leading DisplayPort1.1a daisy chain technology, the PL552 is equipped to display stunning 4K UHD images across a video wall installation up to 15x15 without using splitters. To further boost the ease of content management, the PL552 supports X-Sign software compatibility, allowing you to easily create and enrich your 4K video messages with over 100 built-in templates."
Benq, generally speaking, offers great bang of buck within their product range, the below link will take you to the US site for their current models
Digital Signage Australia - NEC X555UNV 55" Display Panel
"The 55” NEC X555UNV utilizes S-IPS panel technology to provide a superior signage solution for building video walls. With excellent off-angle viewing and far less color shift than traditional video wall panels, this display is ideal for broadcast, retail and command and control applications."
Digital Signage Australia - Sharp PN-Y555 Commercial Signage Display
The below Sharp Monitor, has been introduced to those in the marketplace on a budget.
If you are not concerned with specs such as a 16mm Bezel width, then this display may be your solution.
Sharp also has budget high cd/m2 variants, please call or visit their website for details.
Digital Signage Australia - LG 55" 55SE3KB LED Display
The below screen has only 350cd/m2 brightness - however, if you are looking for a great bang of buck solution, this may be it..
Summary of the Video Wall Display Signage Solutions
As mentioned previously, when comparing monitors, start out by taking note of specs such as the brightness, bevel width and the technology employed within construction i.e. edge lit.
That way, you can at least start comparing apples with apples, before looking at any other bonus features one brand has over the other.
Kickstart Computers would love to quote a solution for any video wall display need you may have - feel free to give us a call or email.
Digital Signage Australia - Touch Screen Monitors
Touch Screen Display Technologies
Before we get into the screens themselves, lets explain the technologies behind the touch interface and the pros and cons of each.
Most of the screens we sell are either Projected Capacitive (pro-cap, pcap, or PCT) touch technology or an Infrared Touch (IR) overlay. We can source the Resistive Touch technology monitors if needed, however, as they make up such a small percent of our sales, we will not mention it further.
Projected capacitive (pro-cap, pcap, or PCT) touch technology
Projected capacitive (pro-cap, pcap, or PCT) touch technology is used extensively in handheld devices such as smartphones and tablets and was too expensive up until recently for large screens.
Pro-cap works when a finger or stylus comes in contact with the surface which signals a change in the system’s electromagnetic field and capacitance. The change, triggered by the touch, is then pin-pointed and converted to locations on an X, Y grid that the system uses to determine the placement of the touch. A conductive grid pattern of is applied to film or glass to create the projected capacitive field.
" The pros of projected capacitive touch systems are:
• bezel-less technology (flush all glass surface)
• impervious to light interference, works in any setting
• very accurate and responsive, same technology found in tablets and smart phones.
• will only detect touch from a finger or stylus
• solid objects can be placed on the display surface without interrupting touch capabilities on other areas of the display
• easy to clean (water and dust resistant)
• capable of 60 touch points
• smooth gesture recognition
• rapid and smooth response
• can be integrated into thin, durable displays
Cons:
• technology not widely available in larger sized screens
• some film applications can interfere with image quality
Infrared (IR) Touch Overlays
Infrared touch overlays are embedded in a bezel around the display and emit vertical and horizontal rows of infrared LEDs and sensors. The infrared light in the overlay creates an invisible grid of infrared beams and sensors detect touch when the plane of the grid is broken by a finger touch (or other solid object).
The pros of infrared overlays:
• scales to larger displays and is economical
• up to 40 simultaneous touch points
• accurate touch, short response time
• smooth gesture recognition
• easy to create custom sized screens
• monitor and touch overlay are discrete, allowing for upgrades or easy replacement
• performs in just about any indoor lighting environment (unlike many camera-based or vision-based systems, such as the SUR40)
• does not interfere in any way with image quality
• can be integrated to create 4K Multitouch Displays
• can be integrated into thin, durable displays
Cons:
• solid objects or other obstructions can cause occlusion
• the IR overlay creates a bezel around the screen
• while accurate, touch fidelity is generally better with pro-cap systems
• performance can be affected by extremely bright outdoor light or direct sunlight
• accessing the Windows 8 OS charms menu can be difficult because of the bezel
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Digital Signage Australia - Samsung Touch Screen Monitors
We have mentioned the Samsung range first due to being Kickstart's biggest selling line within Video Wall Displays.
Their range within Touch Screen Monitors is limited, with Brands such as NEC, Panasonic, Benq and 3M dominating the marketplace in terms of sales.
Samsung has touch screens starting out at 32inches, though, most within the smaller screen size needs a touch overlay to give the touch interface.
Their main sellers are the 65, 75 and 82 inch models - though they come at a cost.
Below is the 65" variant.
Digital Signage Australia - NEC Touch Screen Monitors
Kickstart Computers biggest selling vendor within Touch Screens is NEC.
NEC has a diverse range of sizes and solutions and are competitively priced within the marketplace.
We will look at their 65" model.
You will note, that its more expensive than the Samsung mainly due to the different touch technologies and the brightness - like the video wall displays you pay for this specification.
Digital Signage Australia - Panasonic TH-65LFB70W 65" Touchscreen Monitor
Panasonic, has a promotion running on the below model and so if youre after a large touchscreen this definitely is a bargain for what it can do - dont let it get away at this price !
The above Pana has now become obsolete - will mention the current model when we have stock -- please ask about it.
Digital Signage Australia - BenQ RP654K 65" Touchscreen Monitor
The below Benq touchscreen has been targeted at the educational market and offers great bang for buck interactivity - the more touch points on a screen, generally speaking, the more you will pay.
"Your Caring Mate for Enhanced Interactive Learning
The RP654K is designed to tap into the dynamic possibilities of the classroom and help teachers build a healthy and engaging learning environment. Not only does it come with Germ-Resistant Screen, but the RP654K also comes installed with proficient annotation tools for enhanced class participation. It is your ultimate interactive display to achieve a touch-enhanced, smooth and fun learning experience.
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The Benq RP654K
Digital Signage Australia - 3M Multi-Touch Display C5567PW - 55" ChassisTouch
The 3M brand has been in the marketplace since Kickstart started selling IT products under their first trading name Bandit Technology some 13 years back.
They have concentrated on the smaller touch screens that go into retail store fronts, integrating with Point of Sale systems.
Their 17" USB or Serial model has been Kickstarts biggest seller, however, as we have mentioned 65" screens lets look at what they have close to that size.
3M's 55" Display below is in a world of its own in regards to the touch accuracy - 60 touch points.
This of course, is reflected in the price.
"The interactive 55-inch 3M" Multi-Touch Display C55677PW features 3M's high-performance projected capacitive (3M PCT) multi-touch technology and sophisticated bezel-free display design to offer users a truly uncompromised touch experience. The C5567PW chassis display delivers 60 simultaneous touches over 1,200 square inches of interactive surface area, at an ultra-fast 10 ms response time, to enable designers to create multi-user experiences that are more natural, intuitive and responsive when compared to infrared- and optical-based systems. Versatile enough for interactive digital signage, interactive tables and kiosk solutions.
- 60 finger multi-touch input enables intuitive on-screen collaboration
- Fast <10 millisecond touch response creates a natural, intuitive and responsive interface
- Advanced palm rejection algorithms help prevent unintended touches that commonly occur in table applications
- Slim 2.9" thickness provides sleek low profile appearance while enabling easy integration on wall, table or ensclosure
- Anti-glare coating to maintain image quality under harsh ambient lighting
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Digital Signage Australia - Summary Of Touchscreen Monitors
With many a brand in the marketplace and not all touch screens being represented on the site, please call or email with your needs and a Kickstart representative will get back to you with possible options.
Hopefully, some of the above has given an indication of what potentially may become a solution - thanks for taking the time to read..
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