Technology news continued from P4


NEC partners on Raspberry Pi signage solutions


also the overall user experience and the overall platform securi- ty, reliability and manageability are vital. This collaboration is a strategic move by NEC to high- light these capabilities within our versatile range of display solutions, and is in line with NEC’s Open Modular intelligent computing strategy. Screenly’s powerful digital signage platform makes it easy to manage both small and large deployments, with targeted


panies are looking for highly reliable technologies to con- tinue improving their adoption and use of digital signage. The cooperation with Canonical and Screenly enables seam- less integration of digital sig- nage functionality and content management features into a single smart device, leveraging the power of the Raspberry Pi CM3 right inside our P and V Series displays. Together, this creates a simple but very se-


Basalte keypads are Crestron Connected devices


Crestron has announced that, through its partnership with Basalte, the popular Sentido and Enzo lines of decorative multi-functional, touch-sensi- tive keypads are now Crestron Connected. That means Cre- stron residential dealers can now integrate them in their sys- tem designs to control lights, shades, HVAC, and more. Cre- stron Connected technology enables true interoperability among diverse, independently manufactured products to de- liver on the promise of signifi- cantly smarter homes with best of breed technologies that all work well together.


“This is truly exciting news for our residential John Clancy,


Vice


dealers,” said President,


Residential at Crestron. “Ba- salte products give them the potential to take their system designs to a yet higher level of functionality, customisation, and sophistication.”


Basalte keypads are


Screenly can be used as a stand-alone solution or integrated with IoT solutions as well as into larger, more complex systems.


sectors such as retail, food and beverage, education, transport, and corporate offices, who will be able to communicate eye-catching content with their customers


on this platform.


The player enables smooth playback of full HD videos, im- ages and web pages, complete with health checks and remote status monitoring. Moreover, the combination of Screenly's powerful CMS and the flexible API, means Screen- ly can be used as a stand-alone solution or integrated with IoT solutions as well as into larger, more complex systems. Sensor triggers can be incorporated to make the signage more con- text-aware and relevant to the viewer, enhancing the overall experience.


Jatin Bhatt, Strategic Alli- ance Manager at NEC Display Solutions Europe said: “Com-


cure, self-contained and effec- tive solution for digital signage applications, supporting the NEC Open Modular computing strategy.”


Ubuntu Core is a minimal ver- sion of Ubuntu targeted at IoT and embedded devices offering over-the-air updates, security built-in from the ground up and the opportunity for additional functionality and monetisation through snaps – the universal Linux packaging application format. Automatic updates simplify


the update process


for businesses that have digital signage installed in numerous and remote locations, while the secure platform ensures resis- tance to screen takeover and other potential attacks. Ubuntu Core is fully supported on the Raspberry Pi CM3 to deliver a cost effective, secure and ex- tensible platform.


New Panasonic IWBs


Panasonic is to introduce two new touch-panel displays, which promise to make digital white- board communication affordable for business and education.


Complementing the existing in- teractive display line up, the 75 inch 4K direct-LED panel (TH- 75BQE1) and 65-inch Full HD


direct-LED panel (TH-65BFE1) are compatible with Panason- ic’s Whiteboard Software when connected to a PC via USB and


HDMI or VGA. Facilitating


up to 10-point


touch, the 400 cd/m2 interac- tive panels enable easy nota- tion using a stylus pen, as well as loupe, spotlight, and a fade- out marker. The displays also include a simple USB memory viewer to decode media stored on USB devices. “We’ve taken the operability of our interactive display range and made it more accessible and af- fordable,” said Florence Antony, Product Marketing Manager for Panasonic. “The technology is extremely powerful for collabora- tive learning and meetings. For instance, two or more people can operate the Whiteboard mode simultaneously, so that files can be worked on as a group, before editing and saving.”


Panasonic’s new TH-75BQE1 and TH-65BFE1 models will be available in Autumn 2017. models will be available in Autumn 2017.


P6 AV News October 2017


In February 2017, Barco expanded the ClickShare offering with a new flagship model, the CSE-800.


room,” comments Lieven Ber- tier, Head of GTM Strategy & Services. “Since its launch, our patented wireless presentation system has steadily gained in popularity, with more than 40 % of Global Fortune 1000 com- panies using ClickShare tech- nology today. ClickShare has secured an impressive, global market share on its promise of


golden resellers strongly fueling sales growth. Sales are powered by a strong selection of golden resellers. The ClickShare range is well established in US and EMEA region, with 37% sales growth in EMEA compared to last year. What’s more, we are expanding distribution in coun- tries like Japan and China to further fuel our growth.


multi-functional and combine sophisticated European de- sign with high-quality materi- als and innovative technology. The touch-sensitive surfaces in high-grade finishes such as aluminum, bronze, glass, and leather, plus integrated tem- perature sensor and unique multi-touch functionalities, provide highly intuitive control of lights, shades, HVAC and more. The integrated multic- olour LED backlight provides visibility in the dark and status feedback.


Klaas Arnout, CEO at Basalte:


“We’re very excited about this unique partnership, especially since more customers can now enjoy our handmade products in their luxury homes, apart- ments, and yachts. This direct integration with Crestron sys- tems ensures a straightforward installation of our keypads, while the refined aesthetics ap- peal to any interior designer’s requirements.”


Vision powered speakers add Bluetooth


Vision’s 2 x 30W power loud- speakers have just received a Bluetooth upgrade. The SP-1800P which feature two inputs, a remote control, and RS-232 control, has been


phone rings during a presen- tation Bluetooth reverts to the handset during the call. And there is no limit to the number of devices it can pair with; it has eight memory slots so the


replaced by the SP-1800PBT which has all the same features plus the advanced Bluetooth input can be renamed and the pin can be modified via PC software. The speakers can au- tomatically switch to the Blue- tooth input when it pairs. If the


latest new device to connect re- places the oldest record. Auto standby can now be disabled. The SP-1800PBT is shipping now with a lifetime warranty and SSPs of GBP 308 / EUR 344 / AUD 510.


Barco marks 300,000 ClickShare sales


Five years ago, Barco intro- duced ClickShare to the market as an ideal solution to facilitate content sharing in the corporate environment. Barco now con- firms that more than 300,000 ClickShare wireless presenta- tion systems have been shipped worldwide. “With this new milestone, ClickShare establishes its mar- ket-leading position as the pre- ferred solution for worry-free collaboration in every meeting room, huddle room and board-


Basalte high-end hand-made keypads combine sophisticated Euro- pean design with high-quality materials and innovative technology to deliver highly intuitive control of lights, shades, HVAC, and more.


simplicity, zero-learning curve, and user-friendliness. With its large, patented portfolio and trusted partner network, Click- Share is strengthening its posi- tion as the meeting room plat- form of the future.” The Barco


Connect Partner


program is the ideal key enabler to actively team up with Click- Share’s global distributor and reseller network and expanding the sales efforts. Mid 2017 we have an active reseller base of more than 5,000 resellers, with


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