Features to Look for in a Digital Signage SystemDigital signage can be an effective tool for companies, but deciding on the right system can feel like a daunting task. Before beginning a digital signage implementation, the purpose of the digital signage system must be considered. Deciding what precise purpose the system needs to serve (whether it’s company branding, employee messaging, entertainment, advertising or more) will help clarify what features the digital signage system should have.
Digital signage systems can have dozens of features, but several of the most important include: content creation tools, high-quality playback, interactivity and openness, efficient distribution and scalability, scheduling and workflow, system management, and monitoring.
Harnessing affordable technology to create a unique “ooh” customer experience
Digital signage can be more than a way to draw customers' attention — it can be a work of art. But digital signage doesn't have to be expensive to have an impact. High-quality digital signage can be both affordable and user-friendly. Learn about:
- The benefits of multi-display arrangements
- Why an open platform is important
- Synchronized playback
- Content-creation tools
Tech Papers
The capabilities of high-end digital signage solutions are increasing at a rapid pace and delivering remarkable results. The latest in high-definition broadcast-quality solutions can handle more and more display screens, overlays, input content streams, output streams and multiple zones, which translates into processing hundreds of millions of pixels per second. The resulting high level of video flexibility and throughput is enabling companies and organizations to design truly eye-catching displays for airports, shopping malls, stock exchanges, sports arenas or just about anywhere.
Real Multi-Display Support vs. Desktop ExtensionThis paper discusses the challenges involved in truly supporting multi-display arrangement of screens.
Learn how C-nario's playback engine solves problems that arise when digital signage systems make use of the standard Windows desktop. C-nario's playback supports synchronized playback of large video file split to multiple high definition files, has bezel support for any arrangement including oddly arranged collages, and more.
