WebDT Appliances Enable the Creation of a Professional Digital
Signage Network at a Low Cost of Ownership
LAS VEGAS--(Business Wire)--
DT Research(TM), Inc., an industry leader in the development of
information appliances for vertical markets, today announced the
immediate availability of a line of WebDT Signage Appliances. The
SA1000, SA2000 and SA1004 digital signage appliances are now part of
the WebDT Digital Signage product family. The WebDT digital signage
appliances offer an affordable, low power-consumption, space-saving
alternative to using dedicated PCs and enable a professional digital
signage network that can be centrally managed through web-enabled
software to ensure optimal uptime.
"Businesses today are always looking for ways to make the most out
of their investment in technology," said Daw Tsai, president of DT
Research. "With the WebDT digital signage appliances, companies can
preserve their investment in existing displays and create a powerful
digital signage network while keeping a low TCO. We've developed a
line of appliances so that companies can choose the best appliance
based on their needs - from entry-level, multi-screen outputs to
higher-end devices that support HD content playback."
The WebDT Signage Appliances offer powerful digital signage
capabilities including the ability to manage content and operating
software remotely. Powered by Microsoft(R) Windows(R) XP Embedded
operating systems, the WebDT Signage Appliances are VESA compliant and
offer optional wireless networking. The devices can be paired with
commonly-used LCDs available in the market today or with DT Research's
wide-array of custom displays.
The WebDT appliances are compatible with the WebDT Device Manager
and WebDT Content Manager software, which provide intuitive and remote
management of hardware and content files. Using these software
packages, the system can be remotely monitored and controlled from any
location that has network/Internet access, ensuring optimal uptime and
issue resolution. Unique auto-recovery functionality can restart the
system without onsite and manual intervention.
The WebDT Signage Appliances include the following models:
SA1000
The WebDT SA1000 provides robust digital signage functionality
from a compact, fan-less device with low energy consumption. The
SA1000 runs on a 1.5GHz processor, drives an LCD at up to 1920x1080 in
resolution and supports DVI and VGA outputs. The appliance is tightly
integrated with the WebDT Device Manager, providing the ability to
remotely manage and troubleshoot each unit.
SA2000
The WebDT SA2000 offers higher processing power for customers
wanting to display High Definition multimedia content. The device
comes with either a 1.6GHz or 2.0GHz processor to enable High
Definition content playback. The SA2000 also integrates the WebDT
Device Manager, enabling the device to be managed without on-site
service.
SA1004
The WebDT SA1004 is designed to drive content over multiple LCD
panels, ideal for multi-screen applications. With four HDMI outputs
plus a VGA port, the device can support up to a total of five video
outputs, driving up to 1920x1080 static images. The SA1004 works
effectively with DT Research's DS4200 - a 42-inch high-resolution LCD
that features a 15mm-thin bezel (See related press release - DT
Research Expands Digital Signage Product Line with Three New Display
Sizes - June 18, 2008). Using the SA1004 in conjunction with the
DS4200, businesses can easily set up an elegant video wall of multiple
displays - ideal for information tables such as menu and flight
information boards. The SA1004 is especially beneficial for businesses
that have space constraints and are looking for a single device to
manage and control several displays.
WebDT Content Manager - A web browser-based application manages
content scheduling and distribution, including device grouping,
playlist creation, multi-zone preset and customizable templates,
ticker feeds, reporting, auto-recovery and general system
administrator functions. Businesses also have the ability to
incorporate traditional self-service applications in selected zones on
the display while serving interactive advertising or media on other
zones. Unlike other content management applications, the WebDT Content
Manager is easy to use and often requires only minimal, self-guided
training.
WebDT Device Manager - All displays can be remotely monitored and
controlled from any location with Internet or network access using a
web browser interface. The WebDT Device Manager utilizes "push and
pull" technology to interact with remote appliances, allowing system
administrators to install operating systems, inventory hardware,
update software applications and access logging and scheduling
remotely. Support for auto-recovery allows the restart of the systems
without the need to go onsite.
Pricing and Availability
The WebDT SA1000, SA2000 and SA1004 are available in July directly
from DT Research and through authorized resellers and partners. The
MSRP starts at $999. For more information, visit DT Research in Booth
N7425 at InfoComm 2008 in Las Vegas, or go to http://signage.dtri.com.
About DT Research
DT Research(TM) develops and manufactures web-enabled information
appliances for vertical applications. The WebDT family of products is
based on thin computing platforms for secure, reliable, and
cost-effective computing. WebDT products include wireless tablets,
digital signage solutions, compact modular systems, and
display-integrated information systems. These systems emphasize
mobility, wireless connectivity and touch displays. Powered by
Windows(R) Embedded and Windows XP operating systems, WebDT devices
offer durability and ease in integration, leading to solutions that
can be remotely managed with the user-friendly WebDT Device Manager
software. For more information, visit http://signage.dtri.com.
DT Research and WebDT are trademarks of DT Research, Inc. All
other brands and product names may be trademarks and/or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
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Sylvie Tongco, 415-296-5132
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