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2009-10-26T07:58:00.000-07:00

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University of Wisconsin-Stout Rolls Out StrandVision Digital Signage

2009-10-22T05:54:00.001-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

University of Wisconsin-Stout Rolls Out StrandVision Digital Signage

MENOMONIE, Wis. – Oct. 22, 2009 – The University of Wisconsin-Stout has installed a digital signage software system from StrandVision LLC in its Millennium Hall technology services building.

The signage, displayed on 52-inch digital monitors, is in the building's two main lobbies. It carries announcements, lab and help desk hours, a building directory and weather with Doppler radar, as well as a special Internet-based technology news feed.

The Learning & Information Technology staff selected StrandVision. "The decision was based on StrandVision's Software as a Service (SaaS) model that minimizes hardware and networking investments and overhead, as well as day-to-day computer security and maintenance tasks," said Mike Strand, StrandVision founder and CEO.

The system is hosted by StrandVision, and the pages are delivered directly to the UW-Stout digital signage system over the Internet.

About StrandVision

StrandVision LLC delivers low-cost, Web-based Software as a Service (SaaS) digital signage through a patent-pending approach that delivers content to subscribers' LCD and plasma displays, as well as computer screens and Web sites. StrandVision's service distributes text and graphics pages, video content, and national and local weather and news. It is ideal for medical and dental offices (patient education), banks, retailers and industrial distributors (video merchandising), education (student, staff and visitor information), employee break rooms (events and benefits), non-profit and religious organizations (member and supporter communications), and other applications.

StrandVision also offers PC-2-TV.net (http://www.pc-2-tv.net), a fully digital, high-definition (HD) personal computer-to-television adapter for use with digital signage and many other applications.

StrandVision Digital Signage services and PC-2-TV.net are available directly from StrandVision and through registered affiliates and system integrators (http://www.strandvision.com/?installers). Additional information about StrandVision is available at http://www.strandvision.com, by calling 715-235-7446 or emailing sales@strandvision.com.

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SPEED training program coming to The Digital Signage Show New York

2009-10-20T08:22:00.001-07:00

SPEED training program coming to The Digital Signage Show New York

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NEWS: 16x16 DVI Matrix.

2009-10-19T20:03:00.001-07:00

Large DVI Matrix from Gefen Lets You Switch and Distribute 16 Computers to 16 Displays

CHATSWORTH, CA - Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the release of its new 16x16 DVI Matrix, delivering a one-to-one or one-to-many video distribution. Access is controlled by the front-panel, RS-232 connection, IR remote or an IP local area network. The front panel display conveniently lists status and switching information.

This matrix switcher supports 1920x1200 resolutions, and offers an amazingly fast switch with very low cross-talk between adjacent channels. It can be rack mounted and combined with any of Gefen's DVI extension solutions to deliver high resolutions to remote displays.

The Gefen 16x16 DVI Matrix can be used in a variety of applications, including recording studios with a need to command and control multiple workstations. It is ideal for digital signage, large presentations in corporate, medical, education and broadcast facilities, and for video walls. It will begin shipping in November 2009.

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About Gefen:

Gefen supplies audio/video switchers, splitters, extenders, scalers, converters, KVM solutions and home theater accessories that support broadcast, commercial, digital signage, education, government and residential applications. Gefen's hardware enables audio/video and computer systems to be integrated, extended, distributed and optimized to maximize performance regardless of scope or size.

Gefen's foray into wireless high definition video extension, integration of alternative content for digital cinemas, and high-end audio processing adds to its reputation as an innovative resource for system integrators. In 2008, Gefen launched its GefenTV line, which delivers professional quality home theater accessories streamlined for plug and play operation.

Gefen solutions are available around the world through a respected network of international distributors and resellers, offering local support. Technical representatives and engineers are available for consultation in Gefen's Los Angeles area headquarters.

For more information:

Linda Morgan
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Minicom Digital Signage selects Videosophia srl as its Representative Office in Italy

2009-10-19T04:53:00.000-07:00

Zurich, Switzerland (October 19^th, 2009) – Minicom Digital Signage, the leader in “last mile” player-to-screen connectivity platforms for the Digital Signage marketplace, is proud to announce the appointment of Videosophia srl as its representative office in Italy.

This agreement gives Videosophia’s customers access to the latest technology for the transmission of high resolution multimedia content in real-time from a player to any number of screens. Minicom Digital Signage extension and distribution systems enable high quality images and audio to be transmitted over long distances, producing an extremely powerful digital signage solution.

“We are excited to be working with Videosophia srl.” commented Esteban Perez, Minicom Digital Signage Sales Manager. “Their understanding and experience in the Digital Signage and AV market will be a tremendous resource for us and our customers. Joining forces with Videosophia puts us in a position to grow and develop our business in Italy and fits into our long-term commitment to the Digital Signage and AV markets. We expect this partnership to be an excellent added value for future growth with our Italian Digital Signage customer and projects base.”

"I'm very pleased with this agreement with Minicom Digital Signage. Their high technology will help us further develop the Digital Signage market and provide our customers with a very good solution for their applications and projects." commented Stefano Penna, Managing Director Videosophia.

About Minicom Digital Signage

Minicom Digital Signage is the world leader in the manufacturing of advanced multimedia platforms. The company’s award winning solutions enable transmitting rich content from a media player to multiple digital displays located hundreds of meters/feet away. They also keep network costs down by reducing equipment and licensing requirements and better preserving your system. Today over a quarter of a million screens worldwide run using Minicom technology. A private company with over two decades of experience in providing innovative technology solutions, Minicom Digital Signage is exclusively dedicated to the manufacture of digital out-of-home multimedia platforms. As a result of its success, Minicom became an Intel Capital portfolio company and was selected as a Deloitte Technology Fast 500 company.

About Videosophia srl

Videosophia srl is Italy's premier digital signage agency, providing complete solution to its customers. As a full service agency, Videosophia's expertise in all vertical industries is recognized by its clients. The company has established a reputation for delivering high quality products backed by professional and friendly technical support and service.

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Mike Holder is StrandVision Digital Signage System Giveaway Winner

2009-10-13T06:21:00.001-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mike Holder of Noland Company is the StrandVision

Digital Signage System Giveaway Winner

New drawing announced for October…

MENOMONIE, Wis. – Oct. 13, 2009 – StrandVision LLC, a provider of Web-based Software as a Service (SaaS) digital signage, has announced that Mike Holder of Noland Company, a WinWholesale Company, is the winner of the StrandVision Digital Signage system drawing. Holder is based in Noland's Harrison, Ark. office/showroom. The prize includes a one-year StrandVision Digital Signage software subscription with a personal computer and display.

Holder will be able to use the Digital Signage display at the Harrison showroom. The turnkey system simply requires a high-speed Internet connection.

Participants were able to enter the no obligation drawing simply by taking a Test Drive of the StrandVision Digital Signage service on StrandVision's Web site.

New drawing for October

StrandVision also announced a new contest for October. This month participants can win a one-year StrandVision Digital Signage subscription valued at $1,800 simply by visiting http://www.strandvision.com/testdrive.html and taking the Test Drive. The Test Drive does not download or install software on participants' computers. Once the Test Drive is completed and saved, the participant is automatically registered for the drawing.

"Congratulations to Mike. We're looking forward to supplying the service to Noland Company. We know that it will add another dimension to the customer experience in their showroom and help them sell more of their solutions," said Mike Strand, StrandVision founder and CEO. "We were pleased with the customer feedback and decided to give someone else the chance to win a subscription, so we launched a new contest for October."

The Take a Test Drive promotion runs through October 31, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. (Central). Rules are available on the StrandVision site at http://www.strandvision.com/testdrive.html.

About StrandVision

StrandVision LLC delivers low-cost, Web-based SaaS digital signage through a patent-pending approach that delivers content to subscribers' LCD and plasma displays, as well as computer screens and Web sites. StrandVision's service distributes text and graphics pages, including video content, and national and local weather and news. It is ideal for medical and dental offices (patient education), banks, retailers and industrial distributors (video merchandising), employee break rooms (events and benefits), non-profit and religious organizations (member and supporter communications), and other applications.

StrandVision also offers PC-2-TV.net (http://www.pc-2-tv.net), a fully digital, high-definition (HD) personal computer-to-television adapter for use with digital signage and many other applications.

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StrandVision

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NEWS: DisplayPort Extreme Fiber Optic Extenders.

2009-10-07T19:31:00.001-07:00

New DisplayPort Extreme Solutions from Gefen Deliver High Resolution Video to Extended Displays Using Pre-Terminated Fiber Optic Cables

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of several new DisplayPort Extreme cable solutions. Timed to match the rapid adoption of the new interface, which is predicted to outpace traditional interfaces leading up to 2013, Gefen's DisplayPort Extreme extenders come in conveniently pre-terminated lengths of 75 (23m), 100 (30m), 150 (45m), 210 (64m) and 300 feet (91m).

Without using one of these solutions, users are limited to a 50 foot (15m) distance between computer and display. For many audio/video professionals creating edit bays or working with digital signage displays, this 50 foot distance is too limited.

"Gefen's new DisplayPort Extreme cables enable high quality audio and video to be extended simply over one cable, with an impeccable remote performance," said Hagai Gefen, president and CEO, Gefen Inc. "Without the DisplayPort Extreme solutions, computer users are limited to a fraction of the distance available."

Equipped on both ends with DisplayPort connectivity, these cables offer plug and play operability, using power to propel high resolution video with audio up to 300 feet in distance. Both single or dual link video modes are supported up to 2560x1600 resolutions.

The use of fiber optic components guarantees any resolution can be delivered in a pure digital format without compromising signal integrity. HDCP compliance is supported for those integrating home entertainment video.

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About Gefen:

Gefen supplies a wide selection of audio/video switchers, splitters, extenders, scalers, converters, KVM solutions and home theater accessories that support digital signage, education, government, residential, retail, industrial and commercial applications. Gefen's hardware enables audio/video and computer systems to be integrated, extended, distributed and optimized to maximize performance.

Gefen's foray into wireless high definition video extension, integration of alternative content for digital cinemas, and high-end audio processing adds to its reputation as an innovative resource for installers and system integrators. In 2008, Gefen launched GefenTV, which delivers professional quality home theater accessories streamlined for plug and play operation.

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Press Release: The Digital Signage Connections Tour

2009-10-07T14:44:00.001-07:00

At The Digital Signage Show, November 10-11. 2009, many programs have been organized and implemented to increase the benefits that attendees will receive by attending.

One of these new programs is The Digital Signage Connections Tours, sponsored by Magenta Research. These tours will stop at many booths throughout the exhibit floor, to allow attendees to better understand the complexities of a digital signage deployment and schedule private appointments with those organizations that can help them deploy successfully.

Below is the press release and description about the tour. If you have questions please feel free to contact me.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MAGENTA RESEARCH TO HOST 'DIGITAL SIGNAGE CONNECTION TOUR' AT YEAR-END INDUSTRY CONFERENCE IN NEW YORK

Organizers for The Digital Signage Show Partner with Magenta Research to Add New Educational Program to Event Roster

October 7, 2009 – New Milford, CT – Magenta Research announced today they are hosting The Digital Signage Connections Tour at The Digital Signage Show, from November 10–11, 2009 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City.

The Digital Signage Connections Tour is an all-inclusive, hands-on educational tour that provides attendees with a private, detailed analysis and understanding of what components are necessary to complete a successful digital signage/digital out-of-home deployment. This free tour will provide an overview of the digital signage supply chain path from start to finish; outlining how each element factors into the process and integrates into the successful deployment of digital signage/digital out-of-home media.

"Magenta Research is thrilled to deliver this type of program to attendees at The Digital Signage Show," said Bob Michaels, President of Magenta Research. "What better way to illustrate all the important elements involved when planning a deployment than by bringing venues and brands to the major players, who are all a short walk away on the floor? This method allows us to utilize our experiences to ensure that others succeed right out of the gate."

"Understanding the nuances between these components and effectively piecing them together to create successful digital signage or digital out-of-home deployments can be a daunting task," explains Lawrence Dvorchik, General Manager of The Digital Signage Show. "We are firm believers in sharing as much of the expertise gained by leading deployers as possible so our attendees can make informed decisions. These tours are another way we can provide this education and help our attendees gain a much stronger understanding of the complexities involved than they might on their own."

The Digital Signage Connections Tour is a complimentary feature offered to all interested attendees during both days of The Digital Signage Show's New York conference. Registration and additional details are available online at: http://www.thedigitalsignageshow.com/specialevents.asp.

For more information about The Digital Signage Show or to see if you qualify for a complimentary pass, please visit: http://www.thedigitalsignageshow.com

CONTACT:

Magenta Research

Len Pond, Sales Manager

P: (860) 210-0546

lpond@magenta-research.com

The Digital Signage Show

Lawrence Dvorchik, General Manager

P: 203-371-6322

lawrence@jdevents.com

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Below is a sample list of attendees for the upcoming event:

1800Flowers	Ethan Allen	NYC Transit
ABC	ExxonMobil	NYU
American Car Care Centers	Forest City	Olympia Enterprises
American Eagle Outfitters	French Embassy Trade Office	Omnicare
American Museum of Natural History	Fresh Direct	Orthodox Union
Amtrak	GMAC	Park `N Fly
Anheuser Busch	Grace International	Parx Casino
Aramark	Great Sound Audio	Pay-O-Matic
AT&T	Guido's Fresh Marketplace	Peoples Foreign Exchange
A Taste of Gourmet	Hadassah	Petro-Canada
Avis Budget Group	Hanscom Fed. Credit Union	Professional TV Networks
Babies R Us	Harris Bank	Platt Retail Institute
B & H Photo	Health Club Media	Plymouth Rock
BBVA Compass Bank	High Point Auto Insurance	Raritan Valley Community College
Bellmore Home Centers	Hill Holliday	Redbox
Benihana	Indigo Books & Music	Room and Board
Bentley University	Indoor Ad Network	RTC of SNV
Big Apple WorldWide	James Beard Foundation	Saks Fifth Avenue
Blue Label USA	Jo-Ann Stores	Saint Clare's Health System
BMW	Jolibee Foods	Sam Flax Stores
Bob's Stores	Jones Apparel Group	Schering-Plough
Briggo Coffee	Judaica Place	Six Flags
Brooklyn College	Kaiser Permanente	SeeSaw Networks
Buruch College	KDM Hardware	Seventh Generation
Busch Entertainment	Kraft Foods	SoloHealth
Cabela's	La Cage Aux Sports	Sprint Nextel
Camden County College	Les Pros De La Photo	Starwood Hotels & Resorts
Canon USA	Life Cuisine	State University of New York
Careworx	Life Fitness	St. Nick's Photo
Carnival Cruise Lines	LookMedia	Stride Rite Corp.
Century 21	Long Island Cabinetry	Subway
Chatterpillar Toys & Gifts	Midtex Oil	Tacoma Public Utilities
Chipotle Mexican Grill	M.I.T.	Target
Chrysalis	Maimonades Medical Center	Teddy Bear Museum
Cineplex Entertainment	Mayo Clinic	Thompson Church
Citibank	Medical News Network	The Manhattan Club
City of Stamford	Merit 500 Realty	The New York Times Co.
CityRide	Merchant's Hospitality	Tiffany & Co.
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton	Meyers Supply	Tim Hortons
Coca Cola	Millers Delicatessen	Times Square Alliance
Coinstar	Mohegan Sun	Town of Greenwich
Columbia University	Montclair State University	Toys R Us
Con Edison	Morgan Stanley	Tween Brands
Continental Airlines	Mount Vernon Money Centers	Uniliver
Continental Prison Systems	MTA	Unite Here Health Center
Chrysalis	NBA Entertainment	University Tickets
City University of New York	NBI Medical Center	US Foods
CT. Bridges	New York Institute of Technology	US Life
Dick's Sporting Goods	New York Presbyterian Med Ctr	Verizon Wireless Retail
Disney/ABCTV	New York State Parks Recreation	Virginia Welcome
Divito Park	Nine West	Visa
Dominican College	North Shore/LIJ Health System	Visiting Nurse Service of New York
Duane Reade	North-Western University	Wakefern Foods
East Japan Railway	NYC Children's Services	Walgreen's
East Stroudsburg University	NYC College of Technology	Walnut Hill College
Elizabeth Arden	NYC Dept of Correction	Walt Disney Resort
Enterprise Rent-A-Car	NYC Dept of Design & Constr.	Winkleblacks Sandwich Factory
Estee Lauder	NYC Dept of Human Resources	York College
		Zabar & Co.

Regards,

Lawrence

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Minicom Digital Signage Reveals New Video Wall Solution at CeBIT 2009, Turkey

2009-10-06T06:16:00.000-07:00

Zurich, Switzerland (October 6th, 2009) – Minicom Digital Signage, the leader in “last mile” player-to-screen connectivity platforms for the Digital Signage marketplace, has announced the DS Vision Wall – the latest addition to their product line.

Minicom Digital Signage’s multiscreen Video Wall - powered by YCD Multimedia, integrates audio and video for unparalleled clarity and impact. The DS Vision Wall can support 3, 4, 6, or 9 digital messaging screens of any size in any matrix, arranged in the configuration that best utilizes your space. Place one stunning image on a video wall and dramatically change the mood and atmosphere of the room, or use multiple targeted digital messaging images to inspire a call to action. And with gap compensation settings you can be sure that your digital messaging stays in alignment across display boundaries, while your visual message stays intact.

Minicom Digital Signage’s success with the DS Vision® 3000 led to the development of the DS Vision wall. DS Vision 3000 is the most popular audio and video distribution system with more than 100,000 displays around the world. It offers the ultimate audio-video and serial Digital Signage solution – demonstrating Minicom Digital Signage's long-standing commitment to offering its customers the most versatile Digital Signage Last Mile solutions.

The technology will be demonstrated during CeBIT 2009, from October 7^th to October 11^th at the Saben booth (C15 Hall 3). CeBIT - the leading digital business and technology platform of Eurasia - is opening its doors to ten thousands of professionals, managers, scientists, public authorities and technology fans from different countries and regions. (see link about the show at : http://www.cebitbilisim.com/search_detail_en.php?ex_id=2009074)

About Minicom Digital Signage

Minicom Digital Signage is the world leader in the manufacturing of advanced multimedia platforms. The company’s award winning solutions enable transmitting rich content from a media player to multiple digital displays located hundreds of meters/feet away. Today over a quarter of a million screens worldwide run using Minicom Digital Signage's technology. Minicom Digital Signage is exclusively dedicated to the manufacture of digital out-of-home multimedia platforms. As a result of its success, Minicom Digital Signage became an Intel Capital portfolio company and was selected as a Deloitte Technology Fast 500 company.

About Saben:

Saben is a Petroleum and Technical Equipments Group that was founded in 1953. Saben took place in the toy sector of the 80s by establishing Intertoy and then selling the company to the toy giant Hasbro. Saben is currently involved in the digital signage and IT markets. Saben’s digital signage company is called Digiboard. It has already developed digital signage projects for advertisement and information in Turkey’s most important locations such as Airports, Hospitals, Shopping malls, universities and Gas stations. Digiboard has also projected and delivered many projects to third parties such as Bosch, Glaxo-Smith, Hyundai headquarters and also some restaurants.

For more information:

Gil Raz

Marketing Communication

Minicom Digital Signage

T: +972 2 5359635 F: +972 2 5359700

gil.raz@minicom.com

www.minicomdigitalsignage.com

NEWS: Extend DVI to 2km over Fiber Optic Cables.

2009-09-30T19:38:00.001-07:00

Gefen's DVI-1600HD Extends DVI or HDMI with RS-232 Control and Audio over Fiber Optic Cables for Long Distance Applications

CHATSWORTH, CA – Gefen's newest fiber optic extender, the DVI-1600HD, truly goes the distance, delivering high resolution video with audio and RS-232 control up to two kilometers in length.

The sender/receiver system supports the extension of one flat panel display or projector using either the DVI or HDMI (with adapter) format along with both digital (S/PDIF, TOSlink) and analog (L/R) audio and RS-232 signals.

Ideal for managing remote digital signage installations through touch panel controls, the DVI-1600HD supports 1080p full HD resolutions in the HDMI format with HDCP compliance up to 1000 feet (300m) or 1920x1200 resolutions in the DVI format up to 6600 feet (2km). Users select their video mode using a switch on the front panel of the sender unit.

Four strands of either single- or multi-mode fiber optic cabling connects local and remote locations, offering immunity from any EMI (electromagnetic interference) in the viewing environment.

"This extender surpasses previous distances we could achieve with fiber optic cabling," explained Hagai Gefen, president and CEO of Gefen Inc. "Now the DVI-1600HD can carry multiple audio signals, high definition video and RS-232 control so installers can streamline their cabling requirements while maintaining a perfect audio/video performance."

A green feature of the DVI-1600HD is its lower power consumption requirements, just 8.2 watts per unit. Rack mountable sender and receiver units install with plug and play ease.

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About Gefen:

Gefen's foray into wireless high definition video extension, integration of alternative content for digital cinemas, and high-end audio processing adds to its reputation as an innovative resource for installers and system integrators. In 2008, Gefen launched GefenTV, which delivers professional quality home theater accessories streamlined for plug and play operation.

For more information:

Linda Morgan
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Scala's Sponsorship of "The Digital Signage Experts Tour" at Digital Signage Show Europe 2009

2009-09-28T07:57:00.000-07:00

Zurich, Switzerland (September 28^th, 2009) - Minicom Digital Signage, the leader in “last mile” player-to-screen connectivity platforms for the Digital Signage marketplace, announce this week the sponsorship by Scala, the leading provider of end-to-end connected signage software, of the successful “Digital Signage Expert Tour” at Digital Signage Show Europe 09, held in London. The Digital Signage Expert Tour is an educational framework, helping visitors understand and experience the full digital out-of-home application on the show floor. The “tour” is a free service during the show, September 30 to October 1^st, Olympia, London.

“We are delighted to have Scala as sponsors of the Digital Signage Experts Tour”, says Diego Barrow, Sales Director, Europe. “Having such a prestigious organisation on board underlines the fact that educating prospective end users of Digital Signage solutions is every bit as important as the actual pieces of the Digital Signage puzzle themselves. More and more organisations of the magnitude of Scala are supporting this view and this can only be good for our industry as delegates will have a much better understanding of what should be important to them.”

Damon Crowhurst, Scala’s Director of Business Development & Services, EMEA says, “The effort that Minicom Digital Signage has invested in assisting end users to understand all the elements of the Digital Signage mix has proved to be invaluable to many prospects, ensuring they have the greatest chance of success when stepping into Digital Signage. We are honoured to work with Minicom Digital Signage on this key initiative and look forward to sharing our experiences with all the delegates.”

To participate in this free tour participants are requested to sign up at the following web address http://www.minicomdigitalsignage.com/events/dsse09.cfm. Participants should hurry as space on the tours is limited. The “tours” start at the 10.30 each day of the show from 30th September – 1st October.

About Minicom Digital Signage

About Scala

Driving more than 300,000 screens worldwide, Scala is a leading global provider of digital signage and advertising management solutions. Scala is the world’s first connected signage company, offering the leading platform for content creation, management and distribution in digital signage networks and the first unified platform for advertising management of both traditional and digital signage networks. The company's digital signage customers include Rabobank, IKEA, Burger King, T-Mobile, Virgin MegaStore, Warner Brothers, The Life Channel, Rikstoto, Repsol, NorgesGruppen, Audi, ECE Flatmedia, Kaufhof (Metro Group) and thousands more. Advertising management customers include CBS Outdoor, Clear Channel Outdoor and Magic Media, among others. Scala is headquartered near Philadelphia, USA, and has subsidiaries in Canada, The Netherlands, France, Norway, Germany and Japan, as well as more than 450 partners in more than 60 countries. More information is available at www.scala.com

For more information:
Gil Raz
Marketing Communication Manager
Minicom Digital Signage
T: +972 2 5359635 F: +972 2 5359700
gil.raz@minicom.com
www.minicomdigitalsignage.com

Minicom Digital Signage Launches New AVDS Remote Long Distribution solution

2009-09-28T07:55:00.001-07:00

Zurich, Switzerland (September 24th, 2009) – Minicom Digital Signage, the leader in “last mile” player-to-screen connectivity platforms for the Digital Signage marketplace, has announced the expansion of their Audio Video Display System (AVDS) product line with the addition of the AVDS Remote Long.

The success of the DS vision® 3000, which offers an ultimate audio-video and serial solution to the Digital Signage world, and Minicom Digital Signage's long-standing commitment to offering its customers the most versatile Digital Signage Last Mile solutions, led to the development of the AVDS Remote Long – the most popular audio and video distribution system with more than 100,000 displays attached to around the globe.

Powered by technology derived from Minicom Digital Signage’s best-in-class commercial Audio Video Display System, AVDS Remote Long delivers a cost-effective solution for applications requiring point-to-multi point distribution of Audio and Video over longer distances up to 250m/825ft from the player to display devices, while supporting resolutions of up to 1080p - Full HD, at an economical cost, with integrated skew correction, a secure Locking power connector and built-in mounting brackets, AVDS Remote Long is the most effective receiver in the Digital Signage market.

Minicom Digital Signage’s Audio Video Display System (AVDS) reduces total cost of ownership (TCO) by taking content from a single media player which saves on the licensing costs, and transmitting it to multiple screens, via CAT5 infrastructure, without burdening the IT network. AVDS allows players to be located in their natural environment (i.e Server Room), which made easy maintenance, more stable system, easy installation and scalability.

“Minicom Digital Signage has completed its line of products and enables customers to select the product according to need and budget. Following the success of the DS Vision 3000®, we developed a product that is ideally to the Digital Signage environment, with the option of being mounted to the screen. The product is the best solution for customers who require video and audio in their system.” states Amir Ginossar, Product Manager for Minicom Digital Signage.

For more information on the AVDS Remote Long, please visit our website.

About Minicom Digital Signage

Minicom Digital Signage is the world leader in the manufacturing of advanced multimedia platforms. The company’s award winning solutions enable transmitting rich content from a media player to multiple digital displays located hundreds of meters/feet away. Today over a quarter of a million screens worldwide run using Minicom technology. Minicom Digital Signage is exclusively dedicated to the manufacture of digital out-of-home multimedia platforms. As a result of its success, Minicom became an Intel Capital portfolio company and was selected as a Deloitte Technology Fast 500 company.

For more information:

Gil Raz

Marketing Communication

Minicom Digital Signage

T: +972 2 5359635 F: +972 2 5359700

gil.raz@minicom.com

www.minicomdigitalsignage.com

Press Release : inurface media Team up with Thoughts Cards to deliver in-store Digital Signage using Signagelive

2009-09-23T13:11:00.000-07:00

Please find attached press release for immediate use, please let me know if you require any further information.

Kind regards

Jason Cremins
CEO

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StrandVision Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary with Digital Signage System Giveaway

2009-09-23T06:03:00.001-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

StrandVision Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary with Digital Signage System Giveaway Valued at $3,000

Includes digital signage service, computer and display…

MENOMONIE, Wis. – Sept. 23, 2009 – StrandVision LLC, a provider of Web-based Software as a Service (SaaS) digital signage, is celebrating five years in business. To commemorate the occasion, the company is giving away a complete StrandVision Digital Signage system that includes a one-year StrandVision Digital Signage software subscription, a personal computer and display. Total system value is $3,000.

Participants can enter the no obligation drawing simply by taking a Test Drive at http://www.strandvision.com/testdrive.html. The Test Drive does not download or install software on participants' computers. Once the Test Drive is completed and saved, the participant is automatically registered for the drawing.

"We're excited to celebrate this milestone and believe the 'Take a Test Drive' drawing provides a great opportunity for people interested in digital signage to be introduced to StrandVision Digital Signage software and possibly save a few bucks," commented Mike Strand, StrandVision founder and CEO. "They'll get to experience the ease of use and cost effectiveness of our SaaS digital signage service. StrandVision Digital Signage is perfect for small and large organizations, so we encourage participants from single- and multi-location operations, as well as departments in large organizations, to enter the drawing."

The prize includes a one-year StrandVision Streaming Video Digital Signage subscription, a personal computer and a 28" High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) LCD display. The system requires a user-supplied high-speed Internet connection.

The Take a Test Drive promotion runs through September 30, 2009 at 5:00 p.m. (Central). The drawing will be held on October 1, 2009. Rules are available on the StrandVision site at http://www.strandvision.com/testdrive.html.

About StrandVision

StrandVision LLC delivers low-cost, Web-based SaaS digital signage through a patent-pending approach that delivers content to subscribers' LCD and plasma displays, as well as computer screens and Web sites. StrandVision's service distributes text and graphics pages, including advertisements, video content, and national and local weather and news. It is ideal for medical and dental offices (patient education), banks, retailers and industrial distributors (video merchandising), employee break rooms (events and benefits), non-profit and religious organizations (member and supporter communications), and other applications.

StrandVision also offers PC-2-TV.net, a fully digital, high-definition (HD) personal computer-to-television adapter for use with digital signage and many other applications.

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EDITORS - For further information:

Mike Strand

StrandVision

715-235-7446 X100

mjstrand@strandvision.com

Sandy McLaughlin

Soucy Communications Group

781-898-7305

smclaughlin@scg-pr.com

robertgrawet.wdsn@blogger.com

NEW PR: "The Digital Signage Experts Tour" at The Digital Signage Show Europe, London

2009-09-15T03:56:00.000-07:00

Dear Robert Grawet

Enclosed is the latest Minicom Digital Signage PR in English. It's about Minicom Digital Signage and The Digital Signage Show Europe bringing of the successful "Digital Signage Expert Tour" to Digital Signage Show Europe 09, held in London, September 30-October 1st.

"We are thrilled to be working with Minicom and their partners to provide what is a valuable educational element to the show for this year. Attendees come every year looking for Digital Signage solutions and there is a very large need for more education from simple "Basic Guides" right the way through to last mile integration. The show is designed to offer both this educational element as well as the solutions they will need to implement a full digital signage deployment, and the Minicom Tour will be a valuable place for them to start." says Phil Hunter, the Digital Signage Show Europe Event Director.

The PR can be found here: http://www.minicomdigitalsignage.com/pressreleases_in132.htm

I'll be at your service for any further information.

Best regards,
Elizabeta Petakovic
Online Marketing I
Überlandstrasse 107, 8600 Dübendorf, Switzerland I
T: +41 44 823 8009 I F: +41 44 823 8005 I
www.minicomdigitalsignage.com I http://minicom.blogspot.com/ I

FW: Install Photos

2009-09-08T09:06:00.000-07:00

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Subject: Install Photos

Robert

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They are for an interactive real estate system (through glass)

Thanks for giving us a showcase

We are currently in the process of launching a new product and will show case this at the Digital Signage show at Olympia

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Groupe Viva étend ses activités dans l'Ouest-canadien - Groupe Viva expands operations in Western Canada

2009-09-08T06:59:00.001-07:00

Bonjour,

Voici un communiqué de presse de Groupe Viva.

Merci.

Hi,

Here is a press release from Groupe Viva.

Regards,

AL Dept. of Rehab uses Starbak video portal

2009-09-03T14:36:00.000-07:00

I’m advancing you Starbak’s press release with hopes that you’ll be interested in the story.

The Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) is using Starbak’s award-winning enterprise video platform to improve consumer care. Since the department’s 800 professionals are geographically dispersed throughout the states 67 counties -- they are now able to access on-demand skills training videos as well as receive frequent, video-based public announcements and executive addresses. This has translated into significant reductions in inter-office travel expenses.

More and more businesses are using video platforms to deliver vital information to their personnel – while enjoying great cost-savings from reduced travel and administrative costs.

Please let me know if you would be interested in scheduling interviews with Starbak officials for further discussions.

Look forward to hearing from you soon.

Jackie Abramian

Public Relations | BridgeView Marketing

Direct: 207.439.0963| Mobile: 617.584-2580

Email: jackie@bridgeviewmarketing.com

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF REHABILITATION SERVICES TAPS STARBAK VIDEO PORTAL TO HELP CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES

Leading Healthcare Provider Improves Inter-Office Communication, Promotes Continued Employee Education and Lowers Annual Travel Expenses

BURLINGTON, MA — September 15, 2009 — Starbak, the leading provider of enterprise video portals and integrated networks for the Education, Corporate, Healthcare and Government markets, today announced that Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) is using its award-winning enterprise video platform to improve consumer care by providing its geographically dispersed rehabilitation professionals with access to targeted and timely on-demand skills training videos. ADRS is also leveraging Starbak to deliver frequent, video-based public announcements and executive addresses and has experienced a significant reduction in inter-office travel expenses since deploying the system. ADRS is headquartered in Montgomery, Alabama, and employs 800 rehabilitation professionals covering all of Alabama’s 67 counties.

“ADRS’s employees now have instant access to a rich library of discipline-specific training and departmental videos and agency information,” said Buck Jordan, IT systems specialist for ADRS. "The Starbak system has enabled us to expedite and simplify the training process, ultimately improving the quality of care that we deliver to our consumers.”

The Starbak video portal is used regularly by every ADRS employee across its four major programs: Alabama's Early Intervention System (AEIS); Children's Rehabilitation Service (CRS); Vocational Rehabilitation Service (VRS) and State of Alabama Independent Living / Homebound Service (SAIL).

“All of our rehabilitation programs are staffed by professionals with education in their specific field or discipline, many with master’s degrees.” said Jane Elizabeth Burdeshaw, Human Resource Development Director for ADRS. “Because healthcare techniques and processes are evolving so rapidly, our staff members need a streamlined method for continuing education. Starbak provides our staff with instant access to timely video training content wherever and whenever they choose, allowing them to make more efficient use of their time and come to work better informed.”

The Starbak system consists of distributed delivery nodes and local streaming servers that reside on ADRS’s private network. Starbak’s solution allows video files and streams to be served locally to viewers over high-bandwidth corporate LANs, preserving scarce and valuable WAN bandwidth – an important capability for ADRS.

As Jordan explains, “Alabama Rehab runs a T1 line to most of its offices, which would become saturated very quickly if a large concentration of our 800 employees chose to access content from our video library or view a public announcement at the same time. With Starbak’s unique distributed model, all video runs on each individual local network as opposed to across our WAN, guaranteeing viewers a high-quality, TV-like viewing experience – and we don’t need to worry about our network crashing.”

Greg Casale, Starbak CEO, said the company is excited that ADRS is using the Starbak system.

“We’re pleased that our innovative technology is improving the way that ADRS trains and communicates with its valued rehabilitation professionals,” he said. “The work that this organization does is vital to the state, and we look forward to providing future product enhancements that will further improve their level of communication and content access.”

Starbak’s innovative video portal and HD digital signage solutions are currently used by such leading national and global organizations as Government of India, MetLife, Auburn University, Cleveland Clinic, Lockheed Martin, and Dow Chemical Company to deliver unique enterprise video capabilities including video on demand (VoD), live event streaming, video conference recording and streaming, and HD digital signage.

To learn how Fortune 500 Company Dow Chemical uses Starbak to improve communications, decrease information distribution time, improve access to corporate content, and expand reach to its global offices, visit Dow Case Study.

About Starbak

Starbak is a leading global provider of enterprise video networks and portals that allow organizations to reach employees, partners and customers with "always on" live and on-demand video programming. Starbak's solutions are used by hundreds of companies worldwide, including Fortune 500 corporations, colleges and universities, public schools, hospitals and government agencies. Starbak solutions are available worldwide through a network of value-added resellers and full-service integrators. Starbak is a fully authorized, licensed and certified partner for Microsoft Windows Media. For more information, visit www.starbak.com.

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Company Contact:

Jackie Abramian (Media Relations for Starbak)

BridgeView Marketing

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Wallflower Launches Major Initiative With Green Signage Players

2009-09-02T14:56:00.001-07:00

Auckland, New Zealand 3/9/2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE WWW.WALLFLOWERGLOBAL.COM

WALLFLOWER GLOBAL LAUNCHES MAJOR GREEN INITIATIVE WITH SIGNAGE PLAYERS

Wallflower Global of New Zealand ( www.wallflowerglobal.com ) are pleased to announce the launch of their new website. In conjunction with the launch we are also releasing details of new Wallflower Signage Players. Wallflower Global are committed to providing solutions that are as environmentally friendly as possible.

Wallflower Global already partner with environmentally aware companies such as Sharp Corporation who supply and recommend Wallflower.

An essential part of this approach is to provide Signage Players that are not only reliable and robust but also consume as little power as possible.

After extensive research, Wallflower Global identified iSignpak of Sydney, Australia as being manufacturers who shared these ideals. iSignpak have manufactured industrial electronic components for over 20 years. Five years ago they built their first DS Players. Since then these have been supplied to many leading DS software and hardware providers.

iSignpak are now manufacturing Wallflower Signage Players and also incidentally have become a Wallflower Distributor supplying Wallflower to their existing Reseller network.

Wallflower Global offer a range of Players to suit all installations, ranging from low cost units up to hardware able to satisfy the needs of the most demanding applications. All Players have a 2 year Warranty, the majority are fanless and able to operate in ambient temperatures of up to 60 Degrees Centigrade.

The Players are extremely power efficient. It has been calculated that a network of 100 displays installed using Wallflower Players would consume about Australian $11,000 less electricity in a year compared with a deployment using desktop style PCs.

Wallflower Global are able to supply the new Wallflower Players complete with operating systems and Wallflower software installed. For full information about Wallflower Players visit our re-launched Website www.wallflowerglobal.com

Released by Tony Scott

Technical Director

Wallflower Global Limited

Auckland, New Zealand

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1000 Members in the Worldwide Digital Signage Network!

2009-09-01T13:44:00.000-07:00

WE DID IT! We've just gone over 1000 members thru word of mouth only.

This is quite extraordinary. Congratulations to you all!

There are many reasons to belong to this group. I’ll list them below:

NEW FEATURE:
Direct Post to our Blog; www.worldwidedigitalsignagenetwork.com. Send your press release for immediate and direct posting to: RobertGrawet.wdsn@blogger.com
They will appear on the WDSN blog within an hour.

Photo Library of Digital Signage Installations:

Our purpose is to help clients and designers communicate more efficiently by offering a centralized collection of digital signage photos to make it easier for a designer to learn from the industry’s experience.

We'd love to show your installations. Please send pictures of Digital Signage installations to: robertgrawet@yahoo.com. This site is neutral and will have no company influence from this author.

THE Linkedin.com Discussion Group:

I want to ask all members to consider adding questions to our 'Discussions' section within the WDSN LinkedIn Group section.

To access the 'Discussions' section of the Linkedin.com WDSN area; just go to the Linkedin.com starting page. Then click on the 'Group' section. When you are in the 'Group' section there is a tab called 'Discussions'. You'll find that there are quite a few open discussions already there.

The Worldwide Digital Signage Blog Site:

Please check frequently on your group at the website. http://www.worldwidedigitalsignagenetwork.com

In the mean time, I'd like to add you to my professional network on LinkedIn.

Best Regards,

Robert Grawet
Linked In Group Founder,
Worldwide Digital Signage Network
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http://www.worldwidedigitalsignagenetwork.com
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[PR] ASI to distribute Rise Vision's SaaS Digital Signage Content Management Solution

2009-09-01T07:46:00.001-07:00

Happy September Robert: Rise Vision was the first digital signage content management developer to create a private-label solution for resellers, and its comprehensive offering has attracted a number of partners. Read below about ASI, and how it chose Rise's solution to help its system integrator customers develop a complete digital signage solution. And let me know if you need interviews or more info.

Alison Harris | Harris Media Services | 207.829.4500 | alison@harrismediaservices.com

Rise Vision, Inc. Partner ASI Will Distribute its Digital Signage Content Management Solution to System Integrator Customers

ASI chose Rise Vision to enable its system integrators to compete in today’s tough economy by creating a branded digital signage solution

ETOBICOKE, Ontario – September 1, 2009 – Rise Vision, Inc. (http://www.risevision.com) announces that ASI, a distributor of IT products and solutions, is now distributing its web-based content management system for the control of digital signage networks, Rise Display Network. ASI works with more than 15,000 system integrators nationwide, and chose Rise Vision as its partner to create a robust digital signage presence. While ASI has distributed many of the hardware components used to build a digital signage network, it lacked a strong partner for digital signage content management. The company chose Rise Vision for the strength of its content management solution, its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) approach, and because its Private Network option enables resellers to develop a private-label digital signage solution.

“Our system integrator customers create a lot of custom solutions, and embrace the idea of building their own brand. The Rise Vision Private Network program enables them to brand the entire digital signage solution, including content,” says Kent Tibbils, VP of Marketing, ASI. “In this challenging economy, we need to help our customers identify niche markets where they can add value and build upon their expertise in networking, installing equipment and software, and in training. With the Rise Vision solution, our customers can use those skill sets to grow a profitable digital signage business.”

In addition to the branding capabilities of Rise Display Network, ASI notes that the SaaS approach enables its resellers to achieve a much quicker return on investment.

"ASI does more than just discover products and components for its customer base – it helps them discover new markets where they can compete with the large system vendors on a playing field other than price," says Ryan Cahoy, Managing Director, Rise Vision, Inc. "The Rise Display Network enables them to build customer relationships by creating a complete, private-labeled digital signage solution wrapped with their unique services."

The Rise Display Network is a web-based, Software-as-a-Service content management system operated by Rise Vision. Subscriptions include access to live content such as news headlines, local weather, sports scores, and stock ticker updates. Users incorporate this live content with their own information, including media files, graphics, and text, and publish it directly to their network of digital signs. The Private Network Operator program provides partners with a personalized log-in page where they can promote branding, cross-selling, and event messages directly to end users every time they access their digital signage networks.

About ASI
ASI has been a leader in the distribution of IT products for over 20 years. Founded in 1987, the company has rapidly grown to become the partner of choice for over 20,000 VARs throughout North America. ASI offers an extensive line of products, components and services, and also provides ISO-9001 compliant system integration and value-add contract assembly. Experienced technical support team, knowledgeable sales, dynamic marketing, and innovative management have helped the company achieve an impressive $1.3 billion in sales revenue. For more information, visit http://www.asipartner.com.

About Rise Vision, Inc.
Rise Vision, Inc. owns, develops, and operates the Rise Display Network, a web-based, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) content management system for digital signage that brings live data, custom messages, and content to thousands of displays. The Rise Display Network is a web service that does not require hosting infrastructure; users login from any Internet-accessible browser to update, control, and monitor their displays, or use their smart-phone browser to send critical alerts. Every display needs a message – we believe that it should be as easy as creating that message from the web, anywhere, anytime and knowing that it has been delivered. It’s that simple. For more information, call 877.538.7473 or visit http://www.risevision.com.

Contacts:
Todd Hemme
Rise Vision, Inc.
913-538-6988
todd.hemme@risevision.com

Alison Harris
Harris Media Services
207-829-4500
alison@harrismediaservices.com

Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce Takes StrandVision Digital Signage to the Web

2009-09-01T07:22:00.000-07:00

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce Takes

StrandVision Digital Signage to the Web

SANDA Inc. helps Chamber get the most out of its digital signage software…

MOORESVILLE, N.C. – Sept. 1, 2009 – Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce, working with SANDA Inc., has installed StrandVision Digital Signage at its office and on its Web site to keep members informed and reach out to the public.

The Chamber installed two flat-screen digital signage displays in its office – a 25" screen in the front lobby and a 40" screen in another public room where gatherings are held. The StrandVision Digital Signage software communicates a wide range of information, including notices of the day's and week's events, photos from past events, sponsor notices, local news and weather.

The digital signage installation helps the Chamber meet its objective to expand support for the 1,100 members. Explained Karen Shore, president and CEO, "We have several communications vehicles, from newsletters, to radio and television, to our Web site. We want to use every tool we can to support our members by helping them promote their businesses. We also have many visitors stop by the office who are interested in moving to the area. We want to give them a great experience, useful information and a good feeling about our local business community."

SANDA recommends a Web connection

At the recommendation of Kevin Shank of SANDA Inc., a StrandVision representative based here, the Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce implemented an innovative StrandVision Digital Signage software feature; they decided to extend the office signage to their Web site. Now, when members or visitors visit www.mooresvillenc.org, they see the same notices that are being shown in the office.

Explained Shank, "The Chamber continues with their standard Web site, but they now have a section that is dynamic and constantly changing with images and notices. The digital signage section content of the Chamber's Web site is updated every time the digital signage is changed in the office. It happens automatically with no separate steps in Web design or uploading."

The Chamber likes the Web feature, not only for the convenience, but also for the added exposure that it gives advertisers. "Companies that sponsor business after hours are featured on the TVs in our office and on our Web site," explained Shore. "It really expands their reach and helps us interest more sponsors."

About StrandVision

StrandVision LLC delivers low-cost, Web-based Software as a Service (SaaS) digital signage through a patent-pending approach that delivers content to subscribers' LCD and plasma displays, as well as computer screens and Web sites. StrandVision's service distributes text and graphics pages, including advertisements, video content, and national and local weather and news. It is ideal for medical and dental offices (patient education), banks, retailers and industrial distributors (video merchandising), employee break rooms (events and benefits), non-profit and religious organizations (member and supporter communications), and other applications.

StrandVision also offers PC-2-TV.net, a fully digital, high-definition (HD) personal computer-to-television adapter for use with digital signage and many other applications.

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EDITORS - For further information:

Mike Strand

StrandVision

715-235-7446 X100

mjstrand@strandvision.com

Sandy McLaughlin

Soucy Communications

781-898-7305

smclaughlin@scg-pr.com

Kevin Shank

SANDA Inc.

704-439-6333

kshank@productsrep.com

High resolution photo available - Contact Sandy McLaughlin.

robertgrawet.wdsn@blogger.com

NEWS: HDMI v1.3 to 3G SDI Converter.

2009-08-31T09:54:00.001-07:00

Broadcasters Can Convert Consumer Video Sources to the Professional 3G SDI Standard with a New Converter from Gefen

CHATSWORTH, CA – Connectivity solutions provider Gefen today announced the availability of its HDMI v1.3 to 3G SDI Converter. This standards converter provides a simple yet quality method of integrating consumer video sources using the HDMI v1.3 format and professional 3G SDI displays.

A plug and play methodology makes this solution valuable to anyone seeking to connect pro and consumer video equipment while supporting the most current formats and high definition video. Interconnecting different formats also allows broadcasters can save on studio equipment costs.

The Gefen HDMI v1.3 to 3G SDI Converter works with all high definition audio/video devices including set-top boxes, gaming consoles and Blu-ray players, but will not convert HDCP compliant video as per HDCP specifications.

It does support all HDMI v1.3 features including deep color in its transition to the 3G SDI format at resolutions to 1080p full HD. Displays can be using the standard, high or 3G SDI format. Audio is output alongside in two-channel L/R analog audio for signal monitoring.

The Gefen HDMI v1.3 to 3G SDI Converter comes with one HDMI input, and two 3G SDI outputs for displaying video in mirrored mode. A tiny switch on the underside of the unit allows users to control features and test performance with 3G mapping levels, testing patterns and RGB ranges.

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Gefen HDMI v1.3 to 3G SDI Converter Image:
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Additional Information:
http://www.gefen.com/kvm/dproduct.jsp?prod_id=8553

About Gefen:
Gefen supplies a wide selection of audio/video switchers, splitters, extenders, scalers, converters, KVM solutions and home theater accessories that support digital signage, education, government, residential, retail, industrial and commercial applications. Gefen's hardware enables audio/video and computer systems to be integrated, extended, distributed and optimized to maximize performance. Gefen's foray into wireless high definition video extension, integration of alternative content for digital cinemas, and high-end audio processing adds to its reputation as an innovative resource for installers and system integrators. In 2008, Gefen launched GefenTV, which delivers professional quality home theater accessories streamlined for plug and play operation. Gefen solutions are available around the world through a respected network of international distributors and resellers, offering local support. Technical representatives and engineers are available for consultation in Gefen's
Los Angeles area headquarters.

For more information:

Linda Morgan
linda@gefen.com
1.818.745.0020

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Press Release : In-Store music provider Imagesound select signagelive to power their Digital Signage offering.

2009-08-26T08:26:00.001-07:00

For immediate release:

In-Store music provider Imagesound select signagelive to power their Digital Signage offering.

Imagesound a leading provider of In-Store music services for Retail, Hospitality and Leisure has selected Remote Media’s signagelive digital signage platform to deliver visual solutions to their customers throughout the UK, Middle East and North America.

Under the agreement, Imagesound will brand signagelive with their identity and provide customers with the hardware, communications and managed services required to deliver a fully managed solution.

On formalising the agreement Diane Whalley Head of Business Development at Imagesound said:

“This partnership offers Imagesound the opportunity to introduce a digital signage solution to both existing and new clients providing us with an exciting new opportunity”

Jason Cremins, CEO of Remote Media added:

“This is a tremendous partnership and coming together of two of the leading companies in their respective fields to deliver scalable and cost effect Digital Signage solutions to the Retail, Hospitality and Leisure sectors.

Imagesound has a great pedigree in delivering managed audio networks and with the addition of signagelive, they are now able to offer dynamic and interactive digital signage solutions.

We look forward to working closely with Imagesound and assisting them to maximise the opportunities that our partnership presents.”

Imagesound Background

Imagesound supplies retail and leisure brands with profiled music, in-store radio and television packages that positively reinforce the brand’s values in the eyes and ears of their customers and staff.

Formed in 1998 by entrepreneur Michael Clark, the Chesterfield based company now profiles music and messaging in over 18,000 individual retail outlets including many household names such as, Alliance and Leicester, B&Q, Caffe Nero, Carphone Warehouse, McDonald’s, Next and O’Neills.

The company has an expanding international presence with offices operating in Dubai, Budapest and Barcelona supplying multinational brands such as Mont Blanc, Billabong, Ibis and Ben Sherman.

Imagesound manage client’s outlets individually, in groups or as nationwide estates for complete flexibility. The company’s proprietary range of state-of-the-art hard disc players, or unique downloadable player software, turns a standard pc into a multi-channel Imagesound server. By controlling tempo, texture and style of music played Imagesound is able to trigger the right emotional responses creating comfort zones that let consumers know they are in the right place.

Through rapid expansion, the company now boasts higher listening figures than most national radio stations.

Kind regards

Jason Cremins
CEO

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StrandVision Offers "Test Drive" Drawing for Free $3,000 Digital Signage System

2009-08-24T06:08:00.001-07:00

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StrandVision Announces “Take a Test Drive” Drawing for Free Digital Signage System Valued at $3,000

Includes digital signage software, computer and display…

MENOMONIE, Wis. – Aug. 24, 2009 – StrandVision LLC today announced that it is giving away a complete StrandVision Digital Signage system that includes a one-year StrandVision Digital Signage software subscription, a personal computer and display. Total system value is $3,000.

Participants can enter the drawing simply by taking a Test Drive at http://www.strandvision.com/testdrive.html on the StrandVision Web site. Once the Test Drive is completed and saved, the participant is automatically registered for the drawing.

“The Take a Test Drive drawing is a great opportunity for people interested in digital signage for their companies or organizations to be introduced to StrandVision Digital Signage software and possibly save a few bucks as we ride through this bumpy economy,” commented Mike Strand, StrandVision founder and CEO. “They’ll get to experience the ease of use and cost effectiveness of our Internet-based digital signage service. StrandVision Digital Signage is perfect for small and large organizations, so we encourage participants from single- and multi-location operations, as well as departments in large organizations, to enter the drawing.”

The prize includes a one-year StrandVision Streaming Video digital signage software subscription, a personal computer (AMD Athlon X2 4200, 1GB memory, 250MB hard drive, HD audio, Windows XP) and a 28” High Definition (HD) High Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) LCD display. The system requires a user-supplied dedicated internet connection.

About StrandVision

StrandVision LLC delivers low-cost, Web-based Software as a Service (SaaS) digital signage through a patent-pending approach that delivers content to subscribers’ LCD and plasma displays, as well as computer screens and Web sites. StrandVision’s service distributes text and graphics pages, including advertisements, video content, and national and local weather and news. It is ideal for medical and dental offices (patient education), banks, retailers and industrial distributors (video merchandising), employee break rooms (events and benefits), non-profit and religious organizations (member and supporter communications), and other applications.

StrandVision also offers PC-2-TV.net, a fully digital, high-definition (HD) personal computer-to-television adapter for use with digital signage and many other applications.

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EDITORS - For further information:

Mike Strand

StrandVision

715-235-7446 X100

mjstrand@strandvision.com

Sandy McLaughlin

Soucy Communications Group

781-898-7305

smclaughlin@scg-pr.com

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