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Cisco Systems Shanghai Customer Solutions Center (CSC) Shanghai, China |
Cisco Showcases Premiere Demo Theatre Using Nexus Video Wall Technology
Cisco System’s Shanghai Customer Solutions Center uses Nexus software to deliver an engaging and dynamic video wall content experience for their premiere Demo Theatre.
The Client
Shanghai is a vibrant city built on innovation and has astounded the world with the speed of its growth. The Cisco Customer Solutions Center, located at Caohejing Industrial Park in Shanghai, exists as a hub that facilitates the flow and sharing of knowledge and unified communications.
Overview
A single PC running Nexus content software is used to drive the entire array of 16 screens.- The NEC 4620 46” LCD screens were chosen for their world class display quality and ultra-thin 16mm bezels.
- The screens were arranged into four columns to seamlessly blend in with the overall interior design space as an architectural feature.
Creating the Atmosphere
The Demo Theatre is the centerpiece presentation element of the Shanghai Customer Solutions Center. Cisco will showcase it as a presentation platform to deliver rich media messaging and experiences to mass audiences, reinforcing their premiere presence in the realm of state-of-the-art technology.
To create the total presentation atmosphere, the Demo Theatre will need to be tightly integrated with the room facilities such as room ambience controls as well as the overall system-wide network for content management and display.
Seeing is Believing
The Demo Theatre video wall is created using a total of 16 LCD screens arranged in a 4×4 column configuration. To help make the vision a reality, Nexus provided the knowledge and expertise in innovative content experiences and worked alongside Cisco’s dynamic virtual teams to plan and execute the delivery of the final video wall solution. Nexus recommended the world class NEC 4620 46” LCD screens as the final display panels of choice and were chosen for their high quality display output and ultra thin 16mm bezels.
Continuously pushing boundaries and innovating content experiences, Nexus is able to drive and seamlessly control the entire 16-screen video wall using a single PC with the Nexus Video Wall. Content for the video wall is designed, managed and delivered through the network using AppSpace. This single PC is able to drive a single large logical canvas spanning across and fully utilizing all screens. Full HD content can be placed across the entire logical canvas or it can be displayed and cloned on as many of the screens in as many different configurations as possible.
The highest multiple video supported resolution has been achieved via collaborative technologies of a single platform, and this technology has been designed to support bespoke video wall configurations of greater and varied dimensions.
Nexus also implements an open API architecture that allows integration with other media controllers and allows presenters to use devices such as the Cisco IP Phone or even Cloud System’s Atmospherics to control and synchronize presentations for a truly heightened and seamless content experience.
Total Experience
Nexus has the broad technology knowledge and expertise covering multiple domains and a commitment to deliver the best solution to meet client requirements. While onsite, Nexus acted as an owner’s representative and technology consultant to plan and facilitate the overall digital communication infrastructure.
Nexus aims to continually support and work alongside innovative companies such as Cisco to achieve their strategic vision by providing new content experiences and solutions.
Key Solution Features
- The Nexus Video Wall treats the entire visual area as one large logical canvas so that any piece of content can span across any number of screens for truly flexible visual layouts with full HD capabilities.
- Open API architecture allows integration with Cisco media controllers such as the Cisco IP Phone
- Room ambiance integration with Cloud System’s Atmospherics allows video wall content to by synchronized with room experience elements such as ambient LED room lighting, audio and much more.
- A total video canvas resolution of 3200 x 1200 pixels is achieved throughout all screens.
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Nexus and Star Showcase Media Convergence With Studio V
The Star media group engages Nexus to create an innovative digital media experience center with signature interactive exhibits and rich dynamic content. Studio V is the signature interactive venue and showcases complete media convergence.The Client
Star Publications operates a collective media group including the Star newspaper, Star RFM and Star Online TV. The Star newspaper is Malaysia’s leading English Daily and Star RFM is one of Malaysia’s top commercial radio broadcasters, currently managing three major radio channels, namely Red FM, 988 and Suria FM.
The Signature Venue
Studio V is Star Publications’ flagship broadcast studio located at the One Utama Shopping Complex in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The two-storey multimedia hub, located at the Rainforest area of the mall, brings innovation and media convergence to the Star Media group’s content, from print and online news to mobile, radio and video content together under one roof.
Overview
- Studio V showcases a number of signature video wall exhibits that are all powered by the Nexus MultiView Canvas software.
- The NEC 4020 40” LCD screens were chosen for their world class display quality and ultra-thin 16mm bezels.
- The screens were arranged in a multitude of different layouts for the various video wall exhibits.
- The studio is designed with future connectivity in mind for live audio-visual outputs and broadcast to any of the video wall displays and other devices.
- The multimedia hub also offers gaming entertainment for the general public featuring the Nintendo Wii and other gaming platforms.
Creating the Signature Venue
The Studio V venue is the flagship branding vehicle to propel Star Publication’s media content to the masses. Nexus played an integral part during the initial planning stages and worked with the Star marketing board to create their signature branding. Nexus helped to enhance the original “Infotainment Zone” idea and Studio V was created as a media communications platform for information and entertainment.
Creating a signature venue with unique requirements was a challenge that required bespoke content creation along with the knowledge and expertise of total AV hardware and software integration. Nexus was appointed by the Star media group to be the prime consultant and helped to plan, design, source and coordinate all development and integration efforts.
True Total Solution Coverage
As the one-stop solution provider to the Star media group, Nexus was able to provide a wide range of services and was responsible for putting together all the mission critical components to the entire installation. The following list summarizes the total scope provided by the Nexus execution team:
- Concept consultancy for AV, software and content
- AV design, selection and commission
- AV installation and integration
- Software procurement including bespoke custom player development
- Content development and integration
- IP CCTV installation
- IR sensor integration for interactive video wall
- Setup and deployment of AppSpace On-Premise
- Supply and installation of site data and telephony cabling
- Supply and installation of gaming screens
- AV consultancy (for Nexus supplied audio and output displays)
- AV project management (for Nexus supplied audio and output displays)
Signature Video Wall
- Studio V’s main attraction - an interactive video wall that lets the audience view the Star Publication’s daily printed news virtually on-screen.
- The screens of the interactive video wall are arranged in a 4×1 formation to mimic a tall portrait news page.
- Using IR beam sensors, people can browse through the virtual newspaper pages by simply waving their hands across the sensors.
The Nexus Experience
Continuously pushing boundaries and innovating content experiences, Nexus delivers a number of unique video wall creations using the Nexus MultiView Canvas software. Each video wall is driven by a single PC and with added customizations through a single unified communications platform, the different video walls are able to receive live broadcasts from the studio as well as regularly scheduled content.
Geared for media network usage, the on-premise setup of the AppSpace allows tremendous content scheduling flexibility between live and pre-recorded content. All content is managed and scheduled through a centralized online management suite that allows total control over the entire Studio V venue.
Media Broadcast Video Walls
- The dual cloned “V” shaped 6×1 video wall reinforces Studio V’s branding through its unique formation. As the main public display, this video wall features media broadcasts and Star RFM content highlights.
- Two 3×2 video walls with portrait-oriented screens are located throughout the broadcast studio and serve as the main visual backdrop during broadcast sessions.
Star RFM Testimonial
“Nexus provided us a visually compelling solution for our studio and their professionalism, quality of service, dedication and attention to detail during installation and deployment far exceeded our expectations. They worked tirelessly together with us to achieve our vision with a solution tailored to our specific needs and further undertook logistics, IT services and creative production as well. We are proud of the end result and attribute this achievement to their committed and enthusiastic team.”
Brij Dogra - Star RFM Technology Manager
Related Links
Studio V Official Launch Press Release Video: http://thestaronline.tv/v/2645
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Project Scope
Following Sharp’s move from Manchester down to state-of-the art premises near Heathrow it was imperative that management had a central broadcast method for company messages, business or social. Placed in 14 prominent locations including sales floor, marketing, HR and the boardroom the signage network delivers a mix of local/UK/world news, local travel & weather feeds, company messages, staff offers, live TV and performance data which is automatically generated from data found on the company’s intranet site. Screen layout and content sources are continually rotating due the volume and type of content providing a televisual yet professional and corporate compliant communication method.
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Chesapeake Energy Corporation Interactive and Gallery Directory Oklahoma City, OK |
Nexus partnered with Chesapeake on the installation of a campus-wide digital signage network.
Headquartered in Oklahoma City, OK, Chesapeake Energy Corporation (Chesapeake) is one of the largest independent producers of oil and natural gas in the United States, generating over $4.5 billion in revenue in 2005.
Chesapeake’s success is due in large part to its commitment to employees and communities in which they operate. This is best exemplified at the company’s newly constructed 50-acre Oklahoma City campus, which currently includes 28 individual buildings with approximately 540,000 square feet of office space. Chesapeake plans to add an additional 302,000 square feet of office space by 2009. The well designed, beautifully landscaped campus is done in the Georgian-style architecture reminiscent of the Chesapeake Bay Region. Over 1,600 people work on campus.
Nexus partnered with Chesapeake on the installation of a campus-wide digital signage network. From content management software and application design and development to hardware procurement and on-site integration, Nexus successfully delivered a turnkey solution that has allowed Chesapeake to extract the most value from its investment and enhance the end-user experience. The digital signs have become a prominent fixture on campus, communicating a wealth of information to employees, partners and visitors.
Overview
- Installed six 32 LCD monitors located in six highly trafficked buildings
- Three 61 plasma monitors installed in the Visitor’s Center
- Directory displaying information through a tier-based menu
- 3D animated exterior wayfinding
- Event calendar
- HD video
- Television
- Real-time messaging
- Third-part data feeds
Directory
Five 32″ LCD monitors located in five highly trafficked buildings (one in each building)- Employee directory
- 3D animated exterior wayfinding (point-to-point wayfinding of the entire campus)
- Event calendar
- HD video
- Television
- Real-time messaging
- Third-part data feeds
Gallery
Three 61″ plasma monitors installed in the Visitor’s Center- Integrates eight professionally produced HD videos including commentary from Chesapeake’s Chairman and CEO on the future of the company, college recruiting message, etc.
- Year-by-year account of Chesapeake’s history since the company was founded in 1989
Fitness Center
One 32″ LCD monitor located inside the main entrance- Employee directory
- Highlights company-sponsored fitness programs
- Displays workout schedules
- Real-time messaging
Chesapeake uses Nexus’ powerful web-based content management tools to manage every aspect of its digital signage network. Employees who have access to the Nexus Portal can update content displayed on any of the digital signs including graphics, video, TV channel lineup, directory information, targeted messaging and calendar data.
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