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CDS LG 88 inch stretched
Digital Signage

CDS Offers LG 88 Inch Ultra Wide Stretched Display and 55-Inch Ultra Bright Monitor

CDS has introduced an 88-inch Ultra Stretched and 55-inch Ultra-Bright Video Wall digital signage displays. The 88-inch LG Ultra Stretch joins the 86-inch Ultra Stretch to offer an expanded portfolio of displays from CDS that address an array of installation needs. The new 700-nit display measures over seven feet long and nearly two feet wide and features an incredible 32:9 aspect ratio for excellent image quality in a variety of commercial applications. The 88BH7D supports content in Ultra HD (3,840×1,080) resolution and up to four picture by picture divisions for dynamic images and flexible display possibilities. For added convenience, the 88BH7D features a built-in system-on-a-chip for seamless synced playback — eliminating the need to install PCs or media players to drive the content on each display. Users may also edit content through SuperSign Premium, which distributes and syncs content to the display’s playlist without the use of another device. LG Ultra Stretch displays are flexible in installation — acting as a stand-alone display, layered together for an artistic video wall or installed in a square pillar to create a 360-degree video wall column. The displays can also be daisy chained together to create a 4×4 tiled installation, allowing for larger, more robust content expression. The 88BH7D’s eye-catching design is perfect for clothing or cosmetic store displays, wayfinding, airport flight information display, hotel signage, museum displays, QSR menu boards and behind-the-counter displays. The new 55-inch LG Ultra-Bright video wall display features a 3.5-mm bezel-to-bezel width and is three times brighter than conventional solutions. With 1,500 nit peak brightness and a high-performance system-on-a-chip, the new display (model 55VX1D) offers image quality and high brightness necessary to grab customers’ attention from distances near or far, even in brightly lit areas. With each display having 1920×1080 Full HD resolution, a 2×2 array creates 4K Ultra HD images. Utilizing LG’s In Plane Switching technology, the display produces accurate and consistent colours from virtually any viewing angle and contains fast liquid crystal recovery properties that prevent display blurring and flashes when touched. The 16:9 video wall’s Temperature Sensor enables it to function without blackening defects after being exposed to direct sunlight, temperatures as high as 230 degrees Fahrenheit or humidity levels between 10 and 80 percent. With conformal coating that protects against dust, iron powder and humidity, the 55VX1D display is built with long term-reliability for superior usage in already-bright spaces. End users can also distribute control commands across connected display panels within the video wall through LAN daisy chain, maximizing display content. Even more, the video wall’s ultra-narrow bezel offers a sleek design that fits easily and blends seamlessly into window-facing retail, transportation and wayfinding installation environments. The 55VX1D is the latest addition to LG’s line of narrow bezel displays. The ultra-bright video wall joins the VH7B and brand-new VM5B and VM5C models, which feature 1.8mm bezel to bezel widths for maximum content expression. To see our full digital signage range please click here  We have a full range of stretched LCD offerings including panels and kits and chassis monitors. To find out more, visit our High Bright Offerings here.  For more information please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327420

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21 inch Ultra Wide Stretched Shelf Edge Cut from a FHD Panel

The MO-210-001-EW-1200-L is cut from a full HD panel resulting in a display with a 1920 x 132 resolution. With ultra-high brightness the displays offer high colour and high resolution for amazing image clarity. With an amazing contrast ratio of 16:1 this display can offer a unique solution for many applications. You will need to arrange the content in the top 132 pixels as it is a cut display so the display will still be recognized as full screen when connected to your PC or laptop. Also available as panel only and panel kit displays rather than a fully enclosed monitor if needed as per the below; WE HAVE SAMPLES OF THE PANEL AND KIT IN STOCK FOR QUICK DISPATCH FOR TESTING! Take a look at our full range of Digital Shelf Edge Displays To check out our full range of wide stretched display monitors please visit our main Bar Type Displays Webpage For further advise and info simply contact our sales team via email or call us directly on +44 (0) 1634 327420 and we will be happy to help you!

CDS Chris Bartram
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Our Chris Bartram is in the RavePubs Spotlight

RavePubs’ Ajish Raju is completing a biweekly blog series highlighting some of the incredible people who work for the Audio Video Industry and of course wanted to profile our managing director Chris Bartram. In this introduction Chris answers many questions regarding his experience in the industry like the below; 1. Describe your journey in the AV industry? How did it start? I started as an internal sales engineer in LCD and TFT displays and touchscreens in 1994.  I was promoted a number of times to product Manager, Sales Manager and covered the whole of Europe working with many International Blue chip companies. 2. What do you think are the challenges that are facing a new person who wants to join the industry?  The main challenge of a new comer into the industry is the sheer wide range of products and technologies that are rapidly changing with new products being added constantly. 3. What are the positives of working in this industry? The challenges are in fact the positives also as it is not a slow dormant industry but rather a fast paced and changing industry that is never going to be boring as there is always something new, whether it be a new product or new technology, just around the corner which makes it interesting and exciting, but you have to keep up to speed and be able to support all these new technologies! Credit: Ajish Raju Read more here – https://www.ravepubs.com/spotlight-chris-bartram-digital-displays-specialist/ To check out even more incredible displays in our digital signage range please visit – http://crystal-display.com/category-digital-signage/ Or to receive more information about any particular product or project please contact our sales team via email or call us directly on +44 (0) 1634 327420 and our experienced team will be of service.

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Digital Signage

Newly Launched CDS Digital Signage Brochure 2019

Our digital signage range is ever-growing and is constantly being updated with the most impressive solutions in the market with improved technology such as the new battery freestanding poster display which lasts 12 hours! Take a look at our latest brochure to check out the most high quality and innovative technology available right now! Contents of our new 2019 Digital Signage Brochure;  Android advertising displays Android freestanding digital posters Network digital menu boards Professional monitors 4K large format displays LCD video wall displays High brightness monitors Ultra-high brightness monitors Digital rod displays Hanging double-sided displays Double-sided displays Hanging window displays Outdoor digital posters Battery displays Digital android battery a-boards PCAP touchscreens PCAP touch screen kiosks Infrared freestanding touch screen posters POS android advertising displays Ultra-wide stretched displays LCD shelf edge displays Media players Digital signage software To check out even more incredible displays in our digital signage range please visit – http://crystal-display.com/category-digital-signage/ Or to receive more information about any particular product or project please contact our sales team via email or call us directly on +44 (0) 1634 327420 and our experienced team will be of service.

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5 Ways Restaurants can Benefit from Digital Signage

Do you have customers who are in desperate need of standing out? Why not help them and present unbeatable digital signage solutions. In the modern world of fast food customers expect exactly that and displays could; offer a faster and digitalised service offer a lasting impression for customers after their quick visit increasing the chance of return visits catch the customers attention during their speedy visit There are many options for digital signage for restaurant applications, so whether you want to add a digital poster or completely modernise the environment with technology we can help you; Digital Ordering Systems Many fast food restaurants are now implementing PCAP touch digital poster kiosks so that customers can order food themselves. This is a great way to make the ordering process faster and more efficient as well as meaning staff can be redistributed to preparing the food to make it even quicker. Another completely revolutionary way of upping your food ordering game is by installing transparent LCD displays. Check out this phenomenal transparent install for a restaurant without any staff at all;  Digital Menu Boards Make the menu easily accessible and easy to read by displaying it on digital menu boards. We have launched a new display based on our professional monitors with in-built android networked media players and a years free subscription to our software. So it is even easier to display content for customers. Check these incredible all in one solutions out further here  Window Displays Why not catch even more attention by getting your customers menu in front of passers-by ready for their next hunger pang? It is not all about reaching those who are already in the restaurant but encouraging new custom which is easily achieved through window advertising. Check out our high brightness monitors which includes ultra wide stretched displays. Or why not go all out and offer transparent LED window displays. These can transform your windows by turning them into an advertising platform whilst continuing to let ambient light into the restaurant and not completely blocking window. See more here.  Point of Sale Another great way to get customers attention is at the point of sale which can be achieved with small scale POS displays which could tempt customers with special offers for last minute impulse buys. 10 inch POS displays can be seen here – http://crystal-display.com/products/shelf-edge-10inch-pos-digital-signage-displays/ Advertising Posters Or why not have digital posters in your restaurant? Freestanding posters are a great way of saving space and wall mounted slimline displays can be easily installed to showcase special promotions or new items to freshen up any restaurant with a bright and modern feel for a low cost. All in stock ready for immediate delivery. Click here to see our Digital Signage Range Or why not check out transparent LCD displays for that advertising spark to really get you noticed For more information including pricing and a data sheet please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.

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New Retail Shelf Talker Battery Displays

Check out our brand new Retail Shelf Talker Battery Displays – the CDS043, a 4.3 inch Battery Powered Advertising LCD perfect for shelf edge promotions. A fantastic low cost, low power and small format LCD advertising. Key Benefits;  Designed for cardboard, CDU and FSDU applications Runs on AA batteries Independent standalone device No maintenance costs Dramatically increases sales Attracts attention and improves customer interaction. Easy fixation with multiple options for mounting Easy updates with an internal memory to connect to PC to update contents Option power adaptor if mains access is available Battery packs support 6 x AA batteries- lasts up to 3,000 clicks (approx. 3 months dependent on usage & video commercial length) Colour variations optional Take a closer look at this display by checking out the spec as below;  Retail Shelf Talker Displays – CDS043 Battery Powered Advertising LCD from Chris Bartram, Digital Displays Specialist Take a look at our full range of Digital Shelf Edge Displays To check out our full range of wide stretched display monitors please visit our main Bar Type Displays Webpage For further advise and info simply contact our sales team via email or call us directly on +44 (0) 1634 327420 and we will be happy to help you!

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CDS Black Friday Display Deals

CDS DO BLACK FRIDAY – FOR ONE DAY ONLY, LIKE IT SHOULD BE! I’ts Black Friday and here at CDS, BUT THESE DEALS ARE FOR ONE DAY ONLY! Check out our Black Friday offers as below! You can grab a stocked display for a steal of a price, so you are getting a bargain AND you don’t have to wait a lead time to receive it. Did you know our ISO 9001 Certification has been approved?  Have you watched our corporate video yet?    HALF PRICE –WOW-FACTOR 3D HOLOGRAPHIC LED FANS Low cost unique display that catches everyone’s eye both up close and from a distance. The impressive single-bladed device can create a vivid 3D holographic animation making the blade behind the LEDs disappear leaving behind just a floating object. 42cm Diameter Resolution 450px (D) Refresh rate 10fps Embedded Micro SD Card Conversion software included NOW ONLY £295 / $380, 18 UNITS AVAILABLE  YOUTUBE LINK HERE   SLEEK AND EYE-CATCHING TRANSPARENT LCD SHOWCASE BOXES ​Transparent showcases give the mystical effect of the transparent LCD in a pre-designed and finished, boxed solution. So, you can give your audience the “WOW” factor with ease. Even though they have been on the market for many years most people have still not witnessed the technology and so are gobsmacked as to how the displays work. They continue to take the retail sector by storm as they give that unique advertising spark. This amazing technology allows you to put a product inside a showcase, and then run digital advertising content on the high-resolution transparent LCD in front to grab attention and help promote and ultimately sell the product. WE HAVE A HUGE 48″ SHOWCASE ON OFFER FOR £4,000 / $5,200 (usually £5,432 / $6,964) YOUTUBE LINK HERE   MIXING TWO UNIQUE TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOMETHING BREATHTAKING Transparent Stretched displays are now available from CDS – mixing two unique technologies to create a completely innovative display. Due to the increased demand for both stretched displays and transparent LCD displays, we are now offering stretched transparent LCD models. We have the incredible 29.3″ standard ClearVue showcase and then we also have the ability to make any stretched display of interest transparent and then build a showcase for it, so just ask us. In stock right now we have a 55″ cut stretched showcase as seen in the image and video as below, this is from a cancelled order and so can be offered FOR ONLY £3,000 / $3,840 YOUTUBE LINK HERE   STRETCHED LCD DISPLAYS WITH NO LENGTHY LEAD TIME We have an amazing, vast range of ultra-wide stretched displays to offer you! Enclosed monitors as well as panels and kits for integration. Sizes available from 6.2″-86″, Native & Cut, Hibrite/sunlight readable options, ultra slim point of sale options, high resolution, ultra-wide viewing angles, transparent versions, square versions and landscape & portrait options. The lead time for these is usually 8-10 weeks from order! BLACK FRIDAY OFFER – 2 x 47.8″ High Bright Stretched LCD Monitor, 1600 cd/m², 1920×178 and 1247.2 x 154.1 x 62.9 mm (outline dimensions) @ £2,274 PER UNIT. YOUTUBE LINK HERE SUPER NARROW BEZEL VIDEOWALL DISPLAYS Take your business message to new heights with our virtually seamless super narrow bezel LCD Video Wall Displays. We offer 49″ and 55″ models and have stock now in the UK available for immediate dispatch so you can create a large dramatic display with more impact. Our Video Wall solutions offer unbeatable value and feature a commercial grade IPS panel that delivers incredible image quality. BLACK FRIDAY OFFER – BOOK IN A WEEKS RENTAL FOR ANY TIME TODAY FOR ONLY £500 FOR THE WEEK! (based on a 2×2 videowall display using 46″ modules) YOUTUBE LINK HERE STRETCHED LCD MONITORS WITH TOUCH INTERACTION Stretched displays are impressive as they are but when you add touch they present a completely new innovative digital signage solution. They could be used in retail, in immersive experiences such as a museum, the possibilities are endless. BLACK FRIDAY OFFER – we have in stock 10 x 37.8″ touch monitors at only £1,700 per unit (MOQ 10 units)  YOUTUBE LINK HERE   Have you been missing out on our newsletters? Simply follow the links to see a full list of all our newsletters. This could be great if you have a particular interest, you can simply click on what interests you! Please contact us if you would like to order any of these displays 😊 To check out more of our products for advertising, visit our Digital Signage page. For more information please email info@crystal-display.com or call our main office on +44 (0) 1634 327420

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In a Hurry? Grab a Bargain from Stock with CDS

CDS – IN A HURRY AND NO TIME FOR LEAD TIMES? THEN WHY NOT GRAB A BARGAIN FROM OUR STOCK! Custom products for projects are worth the wait as they are well designed-in and unique to that install, but at times it is not always feasible to wait 4-10 weeks for customisation. Sometimes customers want something NOW! Why not make it easy for yourself and offer your customers stocked items that they don’t have to wait for? Follow the links for more info and to see the stocked displays in action via YouTube. More amazing transparent displays to look into; MAGICAL TRANSPARENT LCD KITS FOR INTEGRATION High impact Transparent LCD Displays are the latest innovation in LCD technology and they are always a popular so they are always stocked (low quantity).  Panel kit solutions are increasingly popular for creation of designer’s own models and ideas and the possibilities are endless. With a few general guidelines and advise from us, some of our customers have developed amazing solutions and applications and there is no reason why other’s cant following their innovative footsteps. Check out our Transparent Case Study Page to check out some amazing installs and some impressive finished projects which might inspire you. YOUTUBE LINK HERE SLEEK AND EYE-CATCHING TRANSPARENT LCD SHOWCASE BOXES ​Transparent showcases give the mystical effect of the transparent LCD in a pre-designed and finished, boxed solution. So, you can give your audience the “WOW” factor with ease.Even though they have been on the market for many years most people have still not witnessed the technology and so are gobsmacked as to how the displays work. They continue to take the retail sector by storm as they give that unique advertising spark. This amazing technology allows you to put a product inside a showcase, and then run digital advertising content on the high-resolution transparent LCD in front to grab attention and help promote and ultimately sell the product. Right now we have in stock the following sizes; 10″, 21.5″, 21.5″ with touch, 32″ with touch and 48″.  YOUTUBE LINK HERE MIXING TWO UNIQUE TECHNOLOGIES FOR SOMETHING BREATHTAKING Transparent Stretched displays are now available from CDS – mixing two unique technologies to create a completely innovative display. Due to the increased demand for both stretched displays and transparent LCD displays, we are now offering stretched transparent LCD models. We have the incredible 29.3″ standard ClearVue showcase and then we also have the ability to make any stretched display of interest transparent and then build a showcase for it, so just ask us. In stock right now we have a 55″ cut stretched showcase as seen in the image and video as below, this is from a cancelled order and so can be offered at a steal of a price 🙂  YOUTUBE LINK HERE SEXY, SLEEK SLIMLINES Simple plug and play Slimline Digital Advertising Poster Displays!Completely standalone solutions from 19″ to 55″ utilizing the latest Professional LCD Displays with integrated HD Media Players.Flexible with portrait or landscape mode and ideal for 24/7 usage.Easy to use and look great too!In stock right now we have all sizes as well as a few ex-demo units which can be purchased at a bargain price in sizes 19″, 22″ and 46″.YOUTUBE LINK HERE STRETCHED LCD DISPLAYS WITH NO LENGTHY LEAD TIME We have an amazing, vast range of ultra-wide stretched displays to offer you! Enclosed monitors as well as panels and kits for integration.Sizes available from 6.2″-86″, Native & Cut, Hibrite/sunlight readable options, ultra slim point of sale options, high resolution, ultra-wide viewing angles, transparent versions, square versions and landscape & portrait options.The lead time for these is usually 8-10 weeks from order!In stock right now we have – 2 x 47.8″ and a 37.6″. YOUTUBE LINK HERE SUPER NARROW BEZEL VIDEOWALL DISPLAYS Take your business message to new heights with our virtually seamless super narrow bezel LCD Video Wall Displays. We offer 49″ and 55″ models and have stock now in the UK available for immediate dispatch so you can create a large dramatic display with more impact. Our Video Wall solutions offer unbeatable value and feature a commercial grade IPS panel that delivers incredible image quality. We also have a 2×2 videowall display using 46″ modules for rental in stock.  YOUTUBE LINK HERE ALL-IN-ONE PCAP TOUCH MONITORS WITH DUAL OS PCAP touch screen computers with Dual Operating Systems. Take the opportunity to experience the most versatile commercial touch screen on the market. With both Android AND Windows operating systems installed on the integrated PC it cannot be beaten on flexibility.10 point touch, low powered displays for 24/7 use. Available in 22″, 32″ and 43″, 50″ and 55″ in stock. YOUTUBE LINK HERE HIGH BRIGHT PROFESSIONAL MONITORS FOR WINDOW DISPLAYS You could even opt for a high bright display – definitely one not to be missed by passers-by!Our high bright monitors have an advanced temperature control system – internal air-conditioning system allowing the screens to be in constant use in an outward facing window.Standard versions are 1,500 nits and 2,500 nits for our ULTRA high brights.Available in the following sizes; 32″, 43″, 49″, 55″ and 65″ as well as 46″, 55″ and 65″ with ultra-high brightness (2,500). Most sizes stocked.YOUTUBE LINK HERE Check out our full range of advertising displays here! Or to speak to the team about a specific project please contact us via email or call +44 (0) 1634 327420.

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CDS Announces Major Partnership with Samsung to Promote its Excellent Range of PIDs

LATEST NEWS  “CDS Announces Major Partnership with Samsung Semiconductor to Promote its Excellent Range of Public Information Displays (PID)” Crystal Display Systems (CDS) the premier specialist Distributor and value Added Reseller of display and interactive touch components has joined forces with Samsung semi-conductor in the UK to create a very powerful Displays partnership in Large Format TFTF LCD Displays. Samsung the premier manufacturer of large format TFT Displays including Public Information Displays (PIDs) giving the highest quality and reliability combined with the latest technology innovations that add true value to the end users.  Combining these advantages with CDS’s knowledge, expertise and Distribution network and customer base this partnership is going to open up many new opportunities for designers and developers for many new products and applications.  To supplement Samsung’s excellent PID displays CDS offers interface cards for easy interfacing and plug and go solutions to easily pug into a PC to drive the LCDS panels.  Details of the interface driver boards can be found here: http://crystal-display.com/products/interface-boards/. In addition to interface board solutions CDS offers interactive touch screens for the Samsung range with varying touch technologies including PCAP Projective capacitive and Infra-Red touch to optimise for the specific market and application.  The raw PID Display can also be housed in a metal open frame housing to aid companies mount and install the solution with great ease. This partnership will mean customers no longer have to purchase fully enclosed monitors and put them into their own housing (something for which they are NOT designed and can cause heat issues!) but rather can now purchase the display and / or interface kit and build them into a custom built housing creating a much more suitable design for long term reliability etc! CDS Managing Director, Christopher Bartram, highlighted “We will be supporting all Samsung’s PID products in the UK and Eire including stockholding to better support Distribution customers, designers and developers to give them the latest technological innovations including the above peripheral products.  We will supply panels up to the huge 98”, and including the 75” hibrite sunlight readable 2500cd display but also the ultra-wide stretched Displays that HAVE NOT been cut but are rather are native resolution (making them easier to drive) which will be used in many more applications including Retail, Transportation (Railway and stations), and any application with limited space.  We feel in the UK Samsung has been the sleeping giant in the Public Information Displays and large format Display arena and CDS will help to bring the giant to life with our interface solutions, touchscreens, marketing and support.” MORE DIGITAL SIGNAGE DISPLAYS HERE  The Samsung Range of displays can be found here: http://crystal-display.com/products/samsung/ For more information please email Meghan Mudge on mudge@crsytal-display.com or call her on our main number on +44 (0) 1634 327 420.

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Do Not Miss out on the Latest Displays Updates

Do not miss out on the latest Displays and touchscreen product updates. We send out gaming, industrial and retail newsletters every month with new or highlighted products, any updates, new features and improvements as well as industry news. For even more news please check our BLOG page, we blog every day with new products, industry news and information. Please contact us via email info@crystal-display.com or call +44 (0) 1634 327420.  

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