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Harris has recently made several improvements to its comprehensive digital signage solutions, including three new InfoCaster hardware platforms and the latest version of their Punctuate business management software.
 
Harris is introducing three new InfoCaster hardware platforms that deliver smaller, more cost-efficient form factors for compact installations, but retain power and functionality.  The new designs range from tabletop mount (DS500, with a single HDMI output) to rack/wall-mount versions (the DS1100 with dual DVI outputs and the 2RU DS4100 model with quad-channel outputs).  New software features include enhanced support for media playout over IPTV and mobile DTV delivery platforms — including the Harris MPH ATSC mobile DTV solution.  Other new software features include audio and video synchronisation and automated capabilities for column resizing, screen transitions and audio leveling.  Support for Windows Vista and Windows 7 is also included.
 
The latest version of the Punctuate business management software, specifically designed to optimise and target content across digital out-of-home networks, includes support for sellable items through InfoCaster inventory creation and a scalable architecture that targets and schedules content across thousands of players. There is also an enhanced capacity to view, track, sell, schedule and bill for advertising in both video and still screen regions, and improved reporting functionality that delivers detailed campaign performance and confirmation reports.
 
“2010 is a foundational year for digital signage,” comments Denise MacDonell, director and general manager for digital signage, Harris Broadcast Communications.  “We believe the industry will see significant progress made in advertising-funded, out-of-home network deployments for sports, QSR, retail, transit and other verticals.”
 
“This is largely due to improved technology for content targeting and placement. Harris digital signage solutions allow businesses to merge compelling content with profitable, scalable out-of-home networks that create real revenue-generating opportunities.”