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Peerless-AV universal video wall mounting kit


Peerless-AV has design introduced and a


new Universal Mounting Kit for 46-55" displays. The low profile, dual-frame


built-in


horizontal adjustment of the DS- VW655-2x2 Video Wall Mounting Kit is said to enable installers to create a 2x2 video wall quickly, simply and cost-effectively. “The 2x2 video wall kit is the ideal time-saving mounting sys-


one complete solution, and with a single SKU, it’s also convenient to order and manage.”


Replacing the DS-VW660-2x2 and DS-VW646-2x2, the DS- VW655-2x2 comes with two frames that bolt together as one so installers are ready to start hanging displays faster than ever before. Its thin design measures just 2.33" (59mm) deep for a low profile


Vivitek interactive UST for


education applicationss While the success of IFPDs has limited the adoption of interactive ultra-short throw projectors in the UK market, Vivitek has announced two new models (DH759USTi and D756USTi) to take advantage of growth in other markets. The new


students engaged, while meeting a school’s typical space, budget and maintenance considerations. The DH759USTi features Full HD resolution, bright 3,500 ANSI lumens with a high 10,000:1 con- trast ratio and is equipped with a lamp life that lasts up to 7,000 hours with a total 2x10W audio power with microphone input for sound performance, while a host of I/O connectivity options includ- ing dual HDMI inputs ensure that the projector is future proofed. The D756USTi offers features with WXGA resolution,


3,300 ANSI


Vivitek has announced two new interactive UST projectors. Inter- active capabilities are enhanced with an upgrade from four finger to ten finger touch.


models offer: Full HD and WXGA resolution; increased ease of use; functionality and connectivity. Set- up is simplified with HID driver-free recognition for the interactive pens. Interactive


capabilities


lumens and a 10,000-hour lamp life. With


the complementary No- are en- Peerless-AV’s DS-VW655-2x2 video wall kit in action.


tem for applications such as retail, education and other public areas wanting to make an impact, with- out the complexity of a large scale, full-featured video wall install,” said Gordon Dutch, Managing Di- rector, Peerless-AV. “With this new product we’re catering for the two most popular display size ranges in


Panasonic has announced the availability of the BF1 series, the interactive Panaboard se- ries designed for use in edu- cation and business. The BF1 series is a PC-less whiteboard. Available as 80, 65, and 50- inch digital Panaboard dis- plays, it has 12-point touch control and a floating menu bar, which makes it easy to switch inputs, draw, and zoom in and out with a single touch. Panasonic European Market- ing Manager Enrique Robledo explained: “The BF1 series is enhanced by Intel Pro Widi technology, which allows users to transmit a variety of media formats to the screen instantly. On board applications enable simultaneous display of vid- eo, stills and documents from multiple devices in split-screen


appearance behind super slim dis- plays of 1.67" (42mm). Horizon- tal adjustment makes mounting and aligning easy to manage, and includes security screws deter an- ti-tampering and theft. The video wall kit has a maximum load of 272kg (600lb) and has a black powder coat finish.


hanced with an upgrade from four finger to ten finger touch. The multi-touch supports gesture us- age – like pinch and zoom, rotation, click and flicking. The D759USTi will project a maximum screen size of 100” from just 44cm. De- scribed as ideal for all education institutions,


the models deliver


high brightness, contrast and co- lour performance, creating up to a 110” diagonal image. Suited to rooms where space is limited, the DH759USTi and D756USTi keep


Panasonic goes back to the future multi-mode.


Panasonic whiteboards have been used extensively in the education sector, with multi- touch LCD displays being used


to enhance teaching at Queen’s University Belfast, where 18 Panasonic whiteboard displays have been installed in the dis- section room in the Medical Bi-


voScreennote Interactive White- board software, multiple students can work simultaneously on an assignment on the whiteboard and screenshots can be captured and retrieved. It can also record the user actions performed on the computer for added convenience. The


projectors are available


with a 5-year standard warranty or a 5-year full coverage warranty which includes the lamp life time for an average of 5 years (18,000 hours) for full peace of mind. The D756USTi is available im- mediately at £949 excl. VAT. The DH759USTi is available imme- diately at £1379 excl. VAT with 5-year Education Warranty.


Flat panel mounts range from Vision


Vision AV has launched a new range of mounts carrying the new moniker “VFM-W”, short for Vision Flat-Panel Mount - Wall.


Four new models include two VESA100 and 200 models, and two larger mounts which accommodate VESA sizes up to 1200x600 and 800x400. Together these four


models


Vision AV has launched a new range of flat panel wall mounts.


Group Dynamics gains preferred supplier status


Event technology specialist Group Dynamics has been named as a ‘Preferred Supplier’ to the NEC Group. They will be helping the Group’s clients to enhance event experiences


through effective


communication utilising a range of creative solutions and smart tech- nology.


The NEC Group is one of the world’s top venue management companies boasting the National Exhibition Centre (NEC), the Inter- national Convention Centre (ICC), Genting Arena, Barclaycard Arena and the Vox Conference Centre at Resorts World Birmingham as part of its portfolio. With over 750 events being held across the NEC Group, its venues attract around seven million peo- ple each year. “I am delighted


that Group Dynamics has become involved in this programme. The NEC Group is such a prestigious and well-known brand in the Unit- ed Kingdom, and further afield, so to be named as a preferred suppli- er is very exciting for us. We can’t wait to see how we can help the NEC Group and its clients improve engagement and efficiency at the events held across its portfolio,” said Group Dynamics’ Business Development Manager, Kathryn Voce. “We are pleased that Group Dy- namics is now one of our preferred suppliers,” said Gareth Lloyd, Head of Commercial Media for the NEC Group. “The programme has been introduced this year and is already working really well."


With over 750 events being held across the NEC Group, its venues attract around seven million people each year.


ology Centre.


Stuart Ogg, from Media Ser- vices at the University, said, “The lab has proven to be a truly


interactive space. Staff


tell us that their teaching has completely transformed and students are actively engaging with the technology.”


cover the spectrum of flat-pan- el sizes.


The two larger sizes are made


from especially thick material to take the weight of very heavy interactive flat panels, includ- ing Microsoft’s 84” Surface Hub. All of these mounts have security fixtures and will be shipping from late July.


The Panasonic BF1 series is a PC-less whiteboard. Available as 80, 65, and 50-inch digi- tal Panaboard displays, it has 12-point touch control and a floating menu bar.


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