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  • LG Collaborates With SVT Robotics to Accelerate the Deployment of Autonomous Mobile Robots

    LG Collaborates With SVT Robotics to Accelerate the Deployment of Autonomous Mobile Robots

    LG Electronics USA Business Solutions offers cutting-edge technology solutions for various industries, including lodging, hospitality, healthcare, education, and government. The division, based in Lincolnshire, Illinois, provides tailored solutions like commercial displays, robots, and electric vehicle charging stations.

    LG Business Solutions USA is collaborating with SVT Robotics to deploy LG’s new CLOi CarryBot autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in U.S. warehouse environments. This collaboration leverages SVT Robotics’ SOFTBOT® Platform to enable seamless integration of the CarryBots with various warehouse management solutions.

    The collaboration aims to improve warehouse efficiency, productivity, profitability, and employee well-being by harnessing the power of autonomous robotics. By using the SOFTBOT Platform, LG and SVT Robotics aim to simplify the integration process, reduce IT burden, and provide a scalable solution that can adapt to changing business requirements while lowering the total cost of ownership for customers.

    LG Business Solutions USA is collaborating with SVT Robotics, a leading software provider that empowers IT teams to seamlessly integrate, monitor, and scale automation, to deploy LG’s new CLOi CarryBot autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) in U.S. warehouse environments. By leveraging the SOFTBOT® Platform from SVT Robotics, prebuilt integrations easily enable the LG CLOi CarryBot AMRs to connect to virtually any warehouse management solution.

    According to Tom Bingham, Senior Director at LG Business Solutions USA, the SOFTBOT Platform enables LG CLOi CarryBot customers to quickly deploy new robots without the need for custom code, reducing risk and minimizing IT burden.

    “Autonomous robotics are creating new opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, productivity, profitability and employee wellbeing,” Bingham said. “We sought out SVT Robotics because of the vital role warehouse technology providers play in streamlining warehouse operations, as well as the need for robotic solutions to be fully integrated and compatible with existing systems including WMS and WES solutions. Our work with SVT Robotics has simplified CLOi CarryBot integration to nearly a plug-and-play process by providing proven, tested integration software that eliminates the need for IT teams to depend on custom-coded approaches.”

    The SOFTBOT Platform from SVT Robotics streamlines integration between hardware and software partners including Warehouse Management Systems, Warehouse Execution Systems, Material Control Systems, vertical lifts, packaging automation and more. This enables organizations to easily scale and adapt to changing business requirements, all while driving innovation and lowering the total cost of ownership. IT teams also get access to system health across multiple technologies and facilities from a dashboard, empowering them to easily monitor and troubleshoot to maximize uptime.

    “SVT Robotics’ goal is to accelerate and simplify deployment of robotics in environments where minutes of downtime can equal thousands of dollars for businesses,” said A.K. Schultz, CEO and Co-Founder of SVT Robotics. “And we’re looking forward to doing just that for the new LG CLOi CarryBots. Whether a warehouse is introducing its first robot or its hundredth, the SOFTBOT Platform will enable LG customers to easily onboard, monitor and optimize the technology.”

    LG’s CLOi CarryBot, launching in the United States this week at the MODEX 2024 trade show, offers warehouses a powerful, easy-to-use solution that can move up to 1.2 meters per second with 18 hours of runtime and a 6-hour charge time. Up to 100 CarryBots can operate in unison, enabling use in organizations and spaces of any size and complexity. A convenient, intuitive 9.2-inch color touchscreen provides info and control options.

    The rolltainer-type CarryBot features wide, deep shelves for larger items, while the smaller mounting-type CarryBot is designed to fit into tighter spaces. The mounting-type model also includes an integrated holder for barcode scanners to further simplify operations.

  • LG Unveils Advanced New Automated Warehouse Robots

    LG Unveils Advanced New Automated Warehouse Robots

    LG Electronics USA Business Solutions offers cutting-edge technology solutions for various industries, including lodging, hospitality, healthcare, education, and government. The division, based in Lincolnshire, Illinois, provides tailored solutions like commercial displays, robots, and electric vehicle charging stations.

    LG Business Solutions USA is launching the LG CLOi CarryBot family of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) designed for warehouse efficiency and flexibility. These robots can intelligently navigate complex floor plans, move and deliver payloads, and perform loading and unloading tasks, thereby reducing manual labor and improving productivity in warehouse operations.

    The LG CLOi CarryBot aims to set a new standard for warehouse efficiency by providing on-time movements, consistent operation, and seamless package delivery within warehouses. It leverages advanced AMR technology, Wi-Fi capabilities, fleet management systems, and material control systems to optimize order distribution, scheduling, and overall warehouse operations. This innovation is crucial for businesses seeking to enhance productivity, reduce lead times, and improve overall operational efficiency in warehouse management.

    LG Business Solutions USA  aims to set a new standard for warehouse efficiency and flexibility with the new LG CLOi CarryBot® family of autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) designed to intelligently navigate complex floor plans to move and deliver payloads in customizable configurations, with loading and unloading performed by workers.

    LG CLOi CarryBot will be officially launched in the United States at the MODEX 2024 trade show, March 11-14 in Atlanta. LG’s booth (A11918) in the Georgia World Congress Center also will preview LG’s P5G, the company’s private 5G technology under development for dedicated robot networks supporting reliable, stable performance. Development of the new LG P5G network is leveraging the vast technical resources and deep expertise of global innovator LG Electronics.

    “The new LG CLOi CarryBot can immediately begin solving warehouse inefficiencies by providing on-time movements and consistent, reliable operation that allows workers to stay within their zones and increase productivity,” said Tom Bingham, Senior Director, LG Business Solutions USA. “CLOi CarryBot offers seamless package movement and delivery within a warehouse and eliminates the need for workers to physically transport packages.”

    Having already launched autonomous robots that transport products, guide customers, deliver food and beverages, and provide information in commercial settings, LG is now expanding its robotic line to “help provide true solutions for warehouses of any size by reducing lead times and enhancing efficiency,” Bingham explained.

    Featuring LG’s advanced AMR platform for autonomous navigation, the latest Wi-Fi capabilities, ergonomic hardware design, an intuitive fleet management system and an efficiency-boosting material control system that optimizes order distribution and scheduling, the LG CLOi CarryBot can streamline product movement and adjust to real-world situations while reducing physical strain on workers.

    With a top speed of 2.7 miles per hour, a typical runtime of 18.5 hours and autonomous dock charging in 6 hours, LG CLOi CarryBot is a powerhouse for delivering small-to-medium packages across virtually any distance. These powerful hardware capabilities combine with cutting-edge software and machine learning for seamless integration with various facets of Warehouse Management Systems, including material control, fleet management and robot management systems.

    Interfacing with material control systems enables smart order grouping, picking item categorization, order information distribution, and total picking cooperation support including notations of shortages or skipped items. Fleet management system integration provides path-planning for multi-AMR users, intelligent AMR fleet navigation and prioritization, traffic balancing and detouring, obstacle avoidance and automated return for dock charging. On the backend, the robot management system provides managers instant access to location info, AMR status, alerts for abnormal interactions and statistical data to support decision making.

    The Mounting Type CLOi CarryBot features two shelves that are 30 inches wide and 16.5 inches deep, making it ideal for smaller package needs or use in tight spaces. It features a convenient front-facing 9.2-inch touchscreen and an integrated holder for barcode scanners, making inventory tracking and verification easier than ever.

    The Rolltainer Type CLOi CarryBot combines the autonomous abilities of CLOi CarryBot with the large platform of a traditional rolling container, offering enhanced payload capacity through the use of two shelves that can accommodate packages up to 29 inches wide and 19 inches deep. The 9.2-inch touchscreen is rear mounted for easy accessibility.

    “LG CLOi robots have already proven their navigation and automation prowess in a variety of industries and environments, and now warehouse owners and managers can shift their operations to more automated routines to improve efficiency and enhance daily productivity,” Bingham said.

    The LG CLOi CarryBot can be programmed for virtually any floor plan with practically unlimited pickup and delivery points, enabling precise navigation, multi-point deliveries and AI-enhanced decision-making that streamlines deliveries when multiple AMRs are servicing a single zone. At the end of its “shift,” or when power is low, the LG CLOi CarryBot can automatically return to a designated multi-AMR charging dock.

     

  • Chief Announces Accessories for Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System

    Chief Announces Accessories for Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System

    Chief, a brand of Legrand | AV with over 40 years of experience, offers a comprehensive range of mounts, storage, and accessories for AV components, renowned for its innovative features and excellent customer service.

    Chief has announced new mounting innovations for its Tempo™ Flat Panel Wall Mount System, including accessories such as the Camera Shelf, 650 mm Interface Extenders, Crestron® UC Bracket Accessory, and Video-Sound Bar Mount.

    These accessories address feedback from integrators, enhancing the flexibility and functionality of the Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System. They streamline installations, support larger displays, simplify AV system deployments, and accommodate additional equipment such as cameras and sound bars, ultimately improving efficiency and user experience.

    Chief, a brand of Legrand | AV, announces the latest mounting innovations available for its Tempo™ Flat Panel Wall Mount System. This all-in-one, easy-to-configure wall mounting system now includes brand-new accessories that further support and streamline the flat panel solution. The new accessories include the Camera Shelf, 650 mm Interface Extenders, Crestron® UC Bracket Accessory, and Video-Sound Bar Mount.

    “When we introduced the Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System, integrators were excited to see a solution catering to fast, scalable enterprise deployments and AVaaS,” said Ann Ewoldt, Product Marketing Manager, Chief, Legrand | AV. “One of the biggest requests was accessories that would further Tempo’s flexibility. These accessories were born from that feedback and leverage Legrand | AV’s years of expertise creating device mounting solutions that rethink the AV business model, which builds upon Tempo’s ingenuity for proper device mounting and storage.”

    The Chief Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System is thoughtfully designed with feedback from integrators for faster flat panel deployments — from ordering and shipping to installation and servicing. Integrators can save time by ordering one part number. The Chief Tempo Wall Mount System is offered with an optional Middle Atlantic PD-715SC-NS slim-profile, seven-outlet, 15A power strip. Two 15-inch by 10-inch Lever Lock™ storage plates are included, which can be preloaded with up to six small devices plus cabling, ready to ship to the job site. Panels can be added and easily moved along the mounting rail to store more devices. As a result, integrators can minimize last-minute shipping costs of missing parts.

    Like other Chief mounts, the Tempo Wall Mount System features up to 1-inch post-install leveling adjustments and 10 degrees of display tilt in 2.5-degree increments for viewing flexibility. The total installation depth facilitates ADA compliance with 49-inch to 86-inch displays with less than 2 inches in depth and a 970 mm by 450 mm mounting pattern. The mount pulls away from the wall for approximately 13 inches of service depth, allowing ample access to cables and AV equipment for simple, fast maintenance checks. It can be installed on any wall, including steel studs, wood studs, concrete, and block wall substrates.

    The new Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System accessories include:

    • Camera Shelf: The Camera Shelf is 6 inches long and has a 3.28-inch depth adjustment slot to facilitate placement of a camera using a ¼”-20 screw. It fits most cameras with a ¼”-20 tripod mounting hole and has a weight capacity of 15 pounds. For quick and easy installation, the camera shelf glides and locks into place on the top or bottom rail of the Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System using strut channel nuts with captive screws. Lateral shift allows installers to position the camera shelf anywhere along the wall plate mounting rail. Toolless height-adjust knobs allow 6.27 inches of travel to easily position the camera shelf at the right height above or below the display. Window opening and slots along both sides of the vertical bracket facilitate cable management. It also includes mounting brackets for Vaddio IntelliSHOT and ConferenceSHOT ePTZ cameras.
    • 650 mm Interface Extenders: For larger displays, the 650 mm Interface Extenders increase the height of the mounting hole pattern from 450 mm to 650 mm on the Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System. The FHB5174 mounting bracket interface extenders install quickly and easily. They simple screw on to the existing interfaces of the Tempo system.
    • Crestron UC Bracket Accessory: This toolless bracket accessory completes AV system installations and simplifies mass deployment project installations without drilling more holes in the wall. It is designed to mount any Crestron UC Bracket Assembly quickly and easily onto Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System deployments. Installers simply hang it from the top rail of the Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System and use the lateral shift to position wherever it’s needed. Creston Flex Integrator Kits sold separately.
    • Video-Sound Bar Mount: The installer-inspired video-sound bar mount for Tempo fits most video-sound bars that have mounting holes in the back or bottom. It has a weight capacity of 20 pounds with video-sound bars mounted to the interface bracket or up to 15 pounds when using “L” brackets. The mount is 22.25 inches wide by 2.88 inches tall — the perfect size to avoid peek-a-boo with most video-sound bars. The ample 21.41-inch wide slot allows installers to secure most video-sound bars that have rear mounting holes. It glides and locks into place on the top or bottom rail of the Tempo Flat Panel Wall Mount System using strut channel nuts with captive screws. Lateral shift allows it to be located anywhere along the wall plate mounting rail. Toolless height-adjust knobs allow 6.27 inches of travel to position it at the right height above or below the display and can be installed between 9.75 inches to 28.15 inches from Tempo’s center line. Window opening and slots along both sides of the vertical bracket facilitate cable management.

     

  • Super-sized Screens

    Super-sized Screens

    The 2024 CES (Consumer Electronics Show) proved that television manufacturers will continue to create increasingly expansive screen size options. Compared to a few years ago, the difference now is that some of these super-sized screens have breached affordability for more consumers. There are practical reasons to consider a larger screen size for your home theater setup. And while only some have the space for a TV the size of a queen-sized mattress, those considering the addition of such a beast should be aware of the shortcomings of the largest displays available today.

    WHY GO BIG?
    To perceive all of the fine details in your video material of choice, you need a screen size appropriate for your viewing distance. With 4K video viewed at 10 feet, a 100-inch screen would be an ideal starting point for someone with average vision to appreciate reference-level detail. Screens that large or even larger used to be the exclusive domain of projection setups, but nowadays, several manufacturers of LCD TVs offer options in the 98 to 100-inch range that will deliver a bright and well-contrasted picture in room environments that no consumer projector can match. Hisense recently introduced the 100-inch 100U8K 4K television with outstanding brightness and quantum dot color for a street price of $3500. Samsung Electronics offers a 98-inch Q80C QLED 4K television that’s received solid reviews for a discounted price of just under $5000.

    Another reason to go with a larger TV screen size is immersion. THX home theater guidelines suggest a video display encompassing an approximate 40-degree viewing angle to the viewer, calculated by multiplying the viewing distance (in inches) by 0.835 to determine an ideal screen size. This calculation would make a 100-inch screen perfect for a 12-foot viewing distance. More practically speaking, THX’s guidance is a good reminder to consider sizing up your next TV to provide a more cinematic viewing experience. The 98-inch TCL 98QM850G features 2300 local dimming zones and up to 2000 nits of peak luminance for excellent picture contrast and brightness at a $6000 street price.

    A positive side effect of the display manufacturers’ quest to craft super-sized TVs is increasing the affordability of what would have been considered a big screen option a few years ago. I ran the numbers on seven popular mid- and upper-tier television series available today, and the best price per unit area of screen size isn’t the absolute largest or smallest sizes. With a few exceptions, the 65- to 77-inch models offered the most screen real estate per dollar spent. Likewise, the largest screen sizes in this sample were also the most expensive per unit area of screen size – you’ll pay extra for big screen bragging rights.

    POTENTIAL PITFALLS
    The weight involved is one of the hurdles of dealing with the most massive TVs available today. A 98 to 100-inch LCD television weighs nearly 150 lbs with the base stand attached. If you include the sturdy packaging needed to protect such a large object during transport, the unit weight can exceed 200 lbs. All TVs, especially the most massive ones, require placement on a sturdy surface with appropriate anchorage that prevents tip-overs. Wall-mounting such a heavy TV will require properly rated hardware installed correctly. Depending on the final location of a super-sized TV, it may need several physically capable people to make it a safe and damage-free install.

    Another consideration is that a TV model’s largest screen size option may perform differently than the smaller offerings. One example of this performance fall-off with giant screens is the premium OLED offerings from LG and Samsung. The LG G3 OLED television features an impressive brightness-enhancing technology called a meta-lens array (MLA) that is only available in 55-, 65-, and 77-inch screen sizes. The 83-inch G3 OLED lacks MLA technology and cannot achieve the brightness of its smaller siblings. Similarly, Samsung’s quantum dot OLED (QD-OLED) televisions, like the S90C and S95C, also top out at 77 inches before resorting to other panel technologies that don’t offer the same brightness and color performance.


    And, in the never-ending race for the least expensive “100-inch” TV available, it shouldn’t be surprising that manufacturers will sacrifice viewing angles, picture contrast, and brightness to achieve competitive pricing.

    COMING SOON
    For 2024, TCL announced a 115-inch version of the well-rated QM8 series televisions (QM891G) that claim 5000 nits of light output and more than 20000 local dimming zones. Hisense also announced an updated UX model featuring a 110-inch screen size with a whopping 10000 nits of (claimed) peak light output and 40000 local dimming zones.

    While there are currently almost no OLED options above 83 inches, LG announced plans to deliver several 97-inch models in 2024 as part of the C4, G4, and M4 series television lineups. While LG’s largest OLEDs will lack the aforementioned brightness-enhancing MLA technology, the company announced MLA would arrive in some of its premium 83-inch 2024 models.

    8K pixel resolution is also a rarity among today’s big-screen TVs. The 98-inch Samsung Neo QLED 8K QN990C is a lone exception that quadruples the number of pixels of a 4K television for a more seamless viewing experience at closer viewing distances. However, the $40000 price tag of the QN990C may indicate the difficulty in crafting the largest screen sizes ideal for highlighting the benefits of 8K resolution.

    As for practical manufacturing limits, LCD televisions are literally carved out of giant sheets of “mother glass.” The latest generation of mother glass would allow for creating a single 150-inch 16:9 TV and, maybe, some additional smaller screens to enhance manufacturing efficiency.

    MicroLED display technology is an impressive-looking alternative for creating giant TVs by seamlessly tiling multiple smaller panels together. MicroLED displays are quickly maturing but remain a costly option. Currently, Samsung’s bespoke 146-inch 4K microLED TV option will set you back $220000.

  • PPDS connects with Deutsche Telekom AG developing commercial opportunity with Philips Tableaux ePaper displays

    PPDS connects with Deutsche Telekom AG developing commercial opportunity with Philips Tableaux ePaper displays

    PPDS, the provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, has partnered with Deutsche Telekom, a telecommunications company, to develop new commercial opportunities using Philips Tableaux ePaper displays.

    PPDS and Deutsche Telekom share a focus on sustainability and reducing energy consumption. The partnership aims to leverage the energy-efficient features of Philips Tableaux ePaper displays to offer more sustainable digital out-of-home communications.

    The partnership involves integrating Philips Tableaux ePaper displays into Deutsche Telekom’s digital out-of-home ecosystem, facilitated by Tennagels Medientechnik, a leading system integrator. The displays, powered by E Ink technology, offer static images with no light emissions and minimal power consumption, enabling targeted communications managed remotely. This collaboration will enable Deutsche Telekom to extend its digital outdoor marketing capabilities while supporting its sustainability ambitions.

    PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is delighted to announce a landmark partnership with Deutsche Telekom, developing new commercial opportunities with Philips Tableaux ePaper displays.

    Deutsche Telekom has selected the groundbreaking Philips Tableaux ePaper Series as part of plans to extend and expand upon its digital out of home (DOOH) communications.

    PPDS and Deutsche Telekom are deeply aligned in their focus on sustainability, with both companies taking a holistic view of the environmental impact of their products, services and activities, a synergy that played a key role in the partnership.

    Pioneers in sustainability

    In 2023, PPDS broke new ground for display technology, by becoming the world’s first leading display manufacturer to introduce full colour, large format, 16:9 ePaper digital signage. The Philips Tableaux range includes the multi-award-winning 25.3” Philips Tableaux 4150, and the recently unveiled 32” Philips Tableaux 5150. The full Philips Tableaux range has been developed with PPDS’ technology partner, E Ink, the originator, pioneer, and global leader in ePaper technology.

    Hailed as the world’s most energy efficient digital signage offering – displaying a static image with no light emissions and only using very minimal power when remotely managing the display, such as changing the image – the system will be able to display targeted communications 24/7, managed entirely remotely from a central location.

    Martijn van der Woude, VP Global Marketing and Business Development, said: “Sustainability in operations is of growing importance for business everywhere, as is reducing energy consumption. Developing new opportunities with our Philips Tableaux ePaper displays, we can offer the advertising industry a new era of more sustainable digital out of home communications.”

    “Philips Tableaux displays show a static image with no light emissions and zero power, and needing only super low power when the image is changed out. What is more, with our Android SoC and Power over Ethernet included as standard on all new models, these displays are also PPDS Wave ready, allowing remote device and content management and all the efficiencies that come together with that. It is a privilege to collaborate with Deutsche Telekom and Tennagels to develop new commercial opportunities with these groundbreaking displays.”

    Teamwork Working together with Tennagels Medientechnik – a leading system integrator and valued PPDS partner based in Düsseldorf – Deutsche Telekom will be able to design a completely new inventory line. The integration of Philips Tableaux ePaper displays into the Deutsche Telekom digital out of home ecosystem is scheduled to start in summer 2024 with a field test in Germany.

    Nadia Riahi, Sales Manager Signage DE at PPDS, said: “We are delighted to be supporting Deutsche Telekom, helping them achieve an ambition that simply wasn’t possible before we introduced the Philips Tableaux Series into the market. Together with Tennagels Medientechnik, our trusted and valued partner, we have been able to demonstrate our capabilities to one of the world’s top telecom brands, and we can’t wait to see the first Philips Tableaux displays appear this year. I am delighted to be involved in this exciting project and believe that this is a great step into the technological future for more sustainable signage solutions.”

    Michael Tölle, Head of Media & Analytics at Telekom Deutschland, added: “Philips Tableaux ePaper displays based on the E Ink Spectra™ 6 platform offer the most sustainable way to digitise the out of home advertising on our outdoor housings as they come with no light emission and almost zero energy consumption. We are looking forward testing the 32” Tableaux ePapers in the next month together with PPDS and Tennagels Medientechnik to jointly customise the product to our business.”

    Sven Beinlich, International Key Account Director at PPDS, concluded: “At PPDS, our aim is always to lead from the front, delivering innovation that brings new opportunities and new capabilities to businesses. Deutsche Telekom is a perfect example of this, allowing them to extend and even monetise their digital outdoor marketing, while also supporting them in their sustainability ambitions. We look forward to working with Deutsche Telekom on this exciting project and thank them for choosing PPDS and Philips Tableaux.”

    Thomas Tennagels, founder of Tennagels Medientechnik, added: “Tennagels will develop a customised enclosure that is specifically tailored to the requirements of the Telekom Digital Signage concept and to those

    for the Philips Tableaux epaper display. Our engineers will not only focus on protection from the elements in any climate, but will also design the solution to be vandal-proof for unprotected public outdoor areas.”

    For Tennagels, the challenges include designing a display housing that can be perfectly adapted to the existing Telekom Multifunctional Housing, thus fitting seamlessly into the overall appearance of the Telekom digital signage solution. And not only functionally, such as ensuring the electromagnetic compatibility of the existing sensitive Telekom technology, but also easy to maintain and aesthetically pleasing.

    He continued: “Through this innovative integration of indoor ePaper displays into the digital signage concept, Telekom will benefit from a high quality, energy efficient, and vandal-proof digital display product. This partnership between Tennagels, Telekom, and PPDS marks a significant step towards future oriented digitalisation and underlines the commitment of all three companies to innovation and customer satisfaction.”

     

  • Worldwide sales of Philips MediaSuite TVs – designed exclusively for guest room experiences – surpass 500,000 as global hotels continue to check-in

    Worldwide sales of Philips MediaSuite TVs – designed exclusively for guest room experiences – surpass 500,000 as global hotels continue to check-in

    PPDS, a subsidiary of TPV Technology Limited, specializes in marketing and distributing Philips-branded professional displays, including professional TVs, signage, and direct view LED solutions.

    PPDS reports sales of Philips MediaSuite TVs exceeded 500,000 during ISE 2024, with leading hotel groups adopting the industry’s advanced entertainment solution for guest room experiences.

    These TVs offer advanced entertainment solutions tailored for guest room experiences, providing home-from-home functionality and transforming the perception of hotel TVs. Featuring Chromecast built-in™, access to streaming services, enhanced security, remote management capabilities, and continuous software updates, Philips MediaSuite meets the evolving needs of both guests and hoteliers, driving its widespread adoption and surpassing sales targets.

    PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays, is delighted to confirm that sales of Philips MediaSuite TVs surpassed 500,000 during the week of ISE 2024, with the world’s leading hotel groups continuing to switch to the industry’s most advanced entertainment solution designed exclusively for guest room experiences.

    This momentous milestone – which has exceeded PPDS’ own ambitious internal targets – arrives less than five years after Philips MediaSuite, hailed as the most advanced hotel TV solution of its kind, was first introduced to the hospitality industry, bringing in a new era of home-from-home functionality, and transforming the perception of hotel TVs.

    Designed to put guests in control of their viewing experiences, Philips MediaSuite (available in models sized from 19”-75”) launched in EMEA in 2019 and in North America and APAC in 2021, quickly becoming the brand of choice for some of the world’s most prestigious and recognised hotel groups. Today, PPDS has regional and international supplier agreements with Accor, B&B Hotels, Best Western, Choice, Four Seasons, IHG, Louvre, Marriott, Radisson, and Wyndham, to name just a few.

    A new standard set

    Speaking from the Philips booth at ISE when the 500,000th MediaSuite sale was made, Jeroen Verhaeghe, Global Business Development Director for Hospitality at PPDS, and the innovator behind Philips MediaSuite, commented: “Philips MediaSuite was inspired by personal experience. Hotel TVs had lost their appeal. They simply weren’t keeping pace with modern day viewing habits, forcing guests to watch their content through their mobile devices rather than on the big screen. That is certainly not the case in the half million plus rooms now hosting Philips MediaSuite, bringing home-from-home entertainment options streaming in for guests, reforming perceptions of hotel TVs, and creating new possibilities and efficiencies for hotels, too.”

    Tuning into a new era of TVs

    Offering a seamless transition between home and the hotel room, Philips MediaSuite remains the only hospitality TV to feature Chromecast built-in™, with access to the Google Play store and Netflix ready functionality. Guests can access and cast their content from their preferred accounts (including Apple TV+, DAZN, Disney+, Prime, YouTube™, and more) directly onto the TV using their own personal device – whatever their mobile operating system – as they would at home, with no additional wires, dongles, or reoccurring equipment fees for the hotel.

    With Chromecast built-in™, security is also enhanced, with no additional external hardware and therefore zero risk of its theft – a feature exclusive to Philips MediaSuite and the recently launched Philips Hospitality TV 4500 Series – while all customer data is automatically deleted upon check-out, removing timely and costly manual wiping and giving guests total peace of mind.

    With PPDS remaining committed to its Android technology, Philips MediaSuite also brings significant back end control and management capabilities, plus a raft of cost saving opportunities. PPDS’ unique ‘Extended Lifetime’ promise means Philips MediaSuite TVs improve with age, with regular software updates adding the latest features and app updates found on the newest models. This helps hoteliers to maximise their investment and maintain consistency in all rooms, while reducing unnecessary upgrades and electronic waste, supporting their sustainability goals.

    TVs can be managed entirely remotely, ensuring optimum performance in every room, with personalised messaging, customer feedback (including surveys), and even room service, achievable on a per room or collective scale, including internationally.

    ‘Sounds’ too good to be true

    The introduction in September 2023 of the Philips Professional Soundbar brings an elevated home-from-home cinema experience for guests enjoying music, movies and more on Philips MediaSuite TVs.

    Continuing PPDS’ accelerated ‘total solutions’ strategy, the pairing delivers the industry’s ultimate audiovisual experience, transforming hotel guest rooms into highly immersive cinematic experiences and crystal clear performance, immersing guests even deeper into the action.

    Jeroen continued: “By working with our specialist team of experts, together with the unrivalled manufacturing power of our mother company, TPV, and our incredible partners, we are committed to

    delivering the many world-first features and functions on this state-of-the-art, all inclusive, and ever evolving solution. Android, Chromecast built-in, and all the streaming opportunities will continue to be a part of this incredible story.

    “We couldn’t be more pleased with the response from the market. And we’re not standing still, either. With news such as the addition of DAZN – only available for hospitality on Philips MediaSuite TVs – and more to come, we are continuing to bring world-first, complementary solutions that add even more value for our hospitality customers. And we thank them all for choosing Philips, positioning our hospitality TVs as the brand of choice for advanced guest entertainment and experiences.”

     

  • Nexus 21 Addresses Cosmetic and Placement Concerns Over Large TVs with Full Line of Versatile, Multi-Functional Motorized Lifts

    Nexus 21 Addresses Cosmetic and Placement Concerns Over Large TVs with Full Line of Versatile, Multi-Functional Motorized Lifts

    Nexus 21 is a manufacturer of precision-engineered TV and storage lift systems, trusted by integrators, architects, builders, and designers in over 75 countries, with a 10-year full-replacement warranty.

    Nexus 21 introduces motorized TV lifts and drop-down mechanisms at ISE 2024, enabling systems integrators to expand their market reach with functional and aesthetic products for residential and commercial projects.

    These innovative products are designed to smoothly and quietly adjust the position of attached TVs for optimal viewing while minimizing their impact on the surrounding décor. They offer functionality, aesthetic appeal, and versatility for both residential and commercial projects, meeting the diverse needs and preferences of dealers and end-users alike.

    Nexus 21 is helping systems integrators extend their reach into new markets with several revolutionary motorized TV lifts and drop-down mechanisms set to debut at ISE 2024, Stand #2L500. Designed and engineered to smoothly and quietly adjust the position of an attached TV for optimal viewing while minimizing its impact on the surrounding décor, the products in Nexus 21’s portfolio deliver incredible functionality and aesthetic appeal to residential and commercial projects.

    Pushing the possibilities even further, Nexus 21 introduces at ISE 2024 several new models uniquely designed to overcome challenging design and structural situations often faced by AV integrators. No matter the height of the ceiling, available wall space, ceiling access, or location of windows, Nexus 21 has a solution.

    “Many of our new motorized TV mounts were developed based on requests from our dealers,” says Cory Lovett, Nexus 21 CEO. “No two homes are designed exactly alike and installation requirements vary widely, so when our dealers ask for new features and designs, we immediately go to work to create a mount or a technology that meets their needs. The products and technology we’re demonstrating at ISE 2024 are a reflection of this mission to support our dealer network with high-quality, versatile, and installation-friendly motorized TV mounts, along with technology to simplify control and integration.”

    All-New Nexus 21 L77i Drop-Down TV Lift for Ceilings and High Walls

    When wall space is at a premium, finding room for a wall-mounted TV can be next to impossible. A highlight of Nexus 21’s ISE 2024 exhibit, the new L77i Drop-Down TV Lift, solves this issue. Dealers can choose to mount a TV above the ceiling or in an enclosure high on a wall. At the touch of a button, the mount’s motorized mechanism lowers the TV from its hiding spot into view. “For the first time, integrators have multiple viable drop-down options, which is particularly useful in situations where the ceiling is too high, or there is limited access above it,” Lovett explains.

    The Nexus 21 L77i lift extends as far as 52 inches and can carry a TV as large as 86 inches and 68kg (150 lbs). “There has been a dramatic increase in requests from dealers and end-users for overhead mounting solutions,” Lovett continues. “With TVs becoming lighter and slimmer, now is the perfect time to consider mounting a display overhead. Our highly versatile L77i, as well as our L77ix, which incorporates a motorized swivel, were designed specifically for these popular applications.” No matter the project requirements, the L77i is quick to deploy, arriving at the jobsite preassembled to help cut installation time in half.

    All-New Nexus 21 DL-65 Series Pop-Up Swivel Mount for Extra Heavy TVs

    Certainly, TVs are getting slimmer and lighter, but there are still plenty of applications that require a heavy-duty lift to carry beefier models. Outdoor entertainment areas where TVs need to pop-up from inside a cabinet often require a lift with enough power to move weighty enclosure tops and TV/soundbar combos. For this reason, Nexus 21 developed its DL-65 Series, a complete line of motorized pop-up lifts for use in covered outdoor settings.

    ISE 2024 attendees will be the first to see the newest member of the DL-65 Series, the DL-65x. It combines the same powerful dual motors, quiet lift technology, and installation ease as earlier models, with the addition of a newly developed extra-weight swivel mechanism. This feature, which mechanically swivels a display to a preferred position, increases the weight capacity from 45kg (100 lbs) to 79kg (175 lbs) and can extend up to 97.7 cm (38.5”). The inclusion of sleek actuator technology ensures no visible tracks or gears in the extended position.

    Other models in the new DL extra-weight, pop-up series include the DL-65en and DL-65ens, which are designed for the inclusion of custom cabinetry to cover the back and sides of the TV. The DL-65en elevates a TV but with no swiveling action; the DL-65ens elevates a TV and swivels it manually.

    Nexus 21 CL-65e Ceiling Flip-Down and Extend TV Lift

    Ideally suited for environments with high ceilings and end-users who want a flexible viewing experience, Nexus 21 offers its CL-65e Ceiling Flip-Down and Extend TV Lift. Combining two distinct motions, the lift flips down a display mounted horizontally, either flush with the ceiling or above it, then lowers it 24 inches. The mount, which accommodates TVs up to 65 inches and 45kg (100 pounds), can be mounted in the ceiling framing or bolted directly to the surface, giving integrators two installation options.

    Nexus 21 L-65x Pop-Up Lift with Motorized Swivel

    A popular conceal-and-reveal solution for living room furniture and foot-of-the-bed cabinets is the Nexus 21 L-65x. This near-silent, easy-to-install pop-up lift offers two programmable preset positions to raise and swivel the attached TV with one touch of a button on the included handheld remote. It holds TVs up to 65 inches and 45kg (100 lbs), extends nearly 98 cm (39”), and swivels 360 degrees, enabling the screen to be viewed from a completely different vantage point.

    All-New Nexus 21 Integration and Sensor Technologies

    The physical lifting and lowering of TVs of all sizes and brands covers only the mechanical aspects of Nexus 21’s solutions. Technology also plays a vital role in proper positioning, control, and integration, and Nexus 21 introduces to ISE 2024 attendees several new technological features to enhance installation ease and end-user enjoyment. Nexus 21 will preview its new integration module, which requires no commitment to a single control method—IR, IP, or contact closure—when specifying and installing a lift. The integration module, which comes with a Bluetooth remote, supports all three, dramatically simplifying installation and configuration for systems integrators. It is expected to be released Q2 2024.

    Safety is a primary concern when installing any motorized mechanism into a residential or commercial setting. The inclusion of highly sensitive accelerometer and gyroscope technologies in Nexus 21’s built-in lift sensors provides ultra-responsive collision detection and stopping capability.

     

  • Absen’s Direct View LED Displays Transform Corporate Conference Rooms

    Absen’s Direct View LED Displays Transform Corporate Conference Rooms

    Absen, the LED display products and service supplier, took center stage at ISE 2024, showcasing its cutting-edge Direct View LED (DvLED) solutions. Tim Albright of AVNation chatted with Ken Kalish from Absen, highlighting the company’s latest offerings and advancements in the industry.

     

     

    In the interview, Ken Kalish shed light on Absen’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of corporate clients, particularly in the realm of conference room technology. He emphasized how Absen’s Direct View LED (DvLED) solutions, including the award-winning series AW 1.9, have been tailored to address the demands of modern conferencing environments. With a focus on pixel pitch, color depth, viewing angles, and serviceability, Absen’s LED displays offer unparalleled performance and reliability.

    Kish also underscored the advantages of Absen’s in-house manufacturing process, which ensures quality control and customization options for clients. From enterprise installations to studio setups like AVNation’s, Absen’s DvLED technology continues to impress with its versatility and superior performance.

    To learn more about Absen’s offerings, visit Absen. Stay tuned to AVNation.tv for continued coverage of ISE 2024.

  • Samsung and Allegiant Stadium Partner to Light Up the Big Game with Cutting-Edge Display Technology

    Samsung and Allegiant Stadium Partner to Light Up the Big Game with Cutting-Edge Display Technology

    Samsung Electronics America today announced its expanded efforts to bring best-in-class display technology to Las Vegas through its partnership with Allegiant Stadium. Home to the Las Vegas Raiders, one of professional football’s most iconic franchises, the three-year-old stadium is now exclusively outfitted with over 66,000 square feet of Samsung LED displays and more than 93 million pixels, including three videoboards installed in the end zones, score clocks and ribbon boards, which border the 200- and 300-levels in the main seating bowl. Most notably, Allegiant Stadium aims to captivate fans attending the Big Game with the 27,600-square-foot Samsung outdoor LED mesh display positioned on the exterior of the building—the largest outdoor stadium marquee in professional football.

    “The larger-than-life Samsung Outdoor LED mesh display and the thousands of indoor video screens create the ultimate fan experience for Raider Nation at Allegiant Stadium,” said David Phelps, Head of the Display Division, Samsung Electronics America. “When the Big Game comes to Las Vegas, Allegiant Stadium will be ready to wow football fans with an amazing line-up of Samsung’s show-stopping visual technology that exceeds expectations – even in the entertainment capital of the world.”

    When football’s Big Game kicks off, fans are guaranteed to never miss a moment of the action, with over 2,550 displays installed throughout the stadium, most of which range between 27” to 98”.

    “Las Vegas is the top destination in the country for sports and entertainment, and Allegiant Stadium is a premier destination for both tourists and locals,” said Raiders Vice President of Information Technology, Matt Pasco. “Samsung technology has been one of our greatest assets in providing a spectacular, entertaining fan experience and ensuring our facility meets the highest of standards in the sports and entertainment capital of the world.”

    Samsung Technology at Allegiant Stadium:

    • One (1) 27,600-square-foot outdoor LED mesh display, the largest exterior stadium marquee in professional football
    • One (1) 12,250-square-foot primary scoreboard, located in the south endzone
    • Two (2) 5,978 square-foot videoboards, located in the north endzone
    • 41 total video screens throughout the venue
    • 2,553 displays throughout, ranging in size from 27” to 98”
    • Over 66,000 square feet of video screens with more than 93 million LED diodes
    • First professional football stadium with 10mm fasciaThe Las Vegas Raiders Headquarters at Intermountain Health Performance Center also features over 250 Samsung displays, including a 144-square-foot, 1.5mm pixel pitch LED video board in the team meeting room, allowing the players and coaches to review game footage in true HDR 4K. Samsung monitors also adorn Cox Studios, located inside the Intermountain Health Performance Center, where original content for the award-winning Silver and Black Show is created.

      Allegiant Stadium has hosted world-class entertainment from concerts to major sporting events, including the Las Vegas Bowl and the upcoming 2023-24 professional football championship.

  • DAZN selects PPDS – teaming up to bring the world’s largest sports streaming platform to hotel rooms exclusively on Philips MediaSuite TVs

    DAZN selects PPDS – teaming up to bring the world’s largest sports streaming platform to hotel rooms exclusively on Philips MediaSuite TVs

    PPDS, a subsidiary of TP Vision Europe and MMD-Monitors & Displays Nederland, markets and sells Philips-branded professional displays, including professional TVs, signage, and direct view LED solutions, under a trademark license by Koninklijke Philips N.V. DAZN is a sports entertainment platform specializing in European football, women’s football, and boxing, offering a single, comprehensive platform for fans to watch, read, bet, play, share, and buy merchandise.

    PPDS partners with DAZN to offer live content streaming services in hotel guest rooms exclusively via Philips MediaSuite hospitality TVs, bringing sports entertainment to hotel guest rooms.

    This partnership aims to revolutionize the in-room TV experience, allowing guests to control their viewing experiences and cater to the growing demand for high-quality sports content in hotel settings.

    PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is delighted to announce a new partnership with DAZN – the world’s leading sports entertainment platform and Europe’s largest football broadcaster – to bring its live and on-demand content streaming services into hotel guest rooms for the first time, exclusively via Philips MediaSuite hospitality TVs.

    Set to be unveiled and demonstrated for the first time at ISE 2024 in Barcelona (Philips Booth 3P500), this latest global partnership strengthens PPDS’ clear and unrivalled mission to deliver the industry’s most extensive and flexible choice of in-room TV entertainment services for hotels, letting guests take full control of their viewing experiences.

    Launched in 2016, and headquartered in London, UK, DAZN provides an extensive choice of live sports and entertainment, with top division men’s and women’s football/soccer, professional boxing, MMA, motorsport, wrestling, and tennis hosted on the platform annually.

    Available in more than 200 countries – including a strong domestic presence with premium football/soccer rights in Italy, Spain, Germany, Japan, France, Portugal, Belgium, Taiwan, the United States, and Canada – DAZN has amassed more than 60 million subscribers and 300 million monthly users worldwide. Over 1.2 billion hours of content is streamed annually via the DAZN app, which – until now – has mainly been accessible via a range of connected consumer devices, including smartphones, tablets, and game consoles.

    The complete package

    As part of this exciting and groundbreaking partnership between DAZN and PPDS – a market leader for advanced Android SoC hospitality TVs around the globe – the DAZN app will be available for the first time via hotel guest room TVs, embedded directly onto Philips MediaSuite TVs.

    Developed in partnership, and tailored exclusively for use on the Philips MediaSuite Series – the hotel TV of choice for some of the most recognised global hotel brands, including Accor, IHG, Marriot, and Radisson – the DAZN app will be available for hotels to offer to guests looking to enjoy (for example) the next big Anthony Joshua or Katie Taylor boxing match on the big screen during their stay.

    For hotels wishing to subscribe to DAZN for their guests, there are two initial packages that can be selected depending on their target audience. DAZN Base, which is included in each of the packages as standard, will offer all sports for which DAZN has worldwide rights. This Base package can be added to with DAZN Ultimate – for core territories that have additional rights requirements, for example the Bundesliga in Germany.

    Packing a punch

    For more powerful, deeper immersive audio and visual experiences, hoteliers can also include the new Philips Professional Soundbar HAL5023 with a built-in subwoofer, designed and configured exclusively for Philips MediaSuite TVs, which will also be on show at ISE 2024.

    Jeroen Verhaeghe, Global Business Development Director Hospitality, commented: “Philips MediaSuite was created to transform what had become an outdated and tired in-room TV experience. Running on Android, we wanted to provide hoteliers with a TV solution that could evolve with the needs of the customer and keeping pace with the trends in the market. This means providing them with what they need to let them take control of how, when, and by whatever means they prefer to consume their content.”

    He continued: “We pride ourselves on responding quickly to changes in the market, including implementing new popular apps and services guests crave. We have shown that with our partnerships with the likes of Netflix and Apple TV+ in recent years and, with the popularity and demand for DAZN, we are thrilled to have been selected by their team to become the first global hotel TV manufacturer to offer their fantastic streaming service via Philips MediaSuite TVs.”

    Rachelle Peterson, SVP Global Commercial Distribution at DAZN, added: “Here at DAZN, our focus is to ensure our customers have access to the best and widest range of quality content, while at the same time, having the best possible experience through our platform.

    “Demand for our services continues to grow exponentially and we are always exploring opportunities to extend our reach further, and to bring even greater value to both new and existing customers, wherever they happen to be – including inside hotel rooms. We’re delighted to have partnered with PPDS, a company that shares our obsession for quality and experience, to debut our DAZN app inside guest rooms for the first time with Philips MediaSuite.”

    Jeroen concluded: “If you are on holiday or away on business, the DAZN app on Philips MediaSuites means you can now enjoy all your favourite sporting events on your in-room TV in up to 4K resolution, together with great sound. At PPDS, our philosophy is always to lead from the front. This is demonstrated once again with our partnership with DAZN. The days of having to squint at a small smartphone or tablet display to enjoy quality sports in your hotel room are over. We look forward to demonstrating this great new platform at ISE 2024.”