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Digital TV now in 90% of UK homes Almost 90% of UK homes have turned to digital TV Almost 90% of British homes are using digital TV, reveal figures from Ofcom. The latest statistics on take-up of digital TV in the UK suggest that 22.8 million households, 89.2%, have a DTV receiver. Digital video recorders, that can store, pause, or rewind live TV, are also proving popular. Ofcom reports that about one million were sold in the first three months of 2009, taking the total in UK homes to 8.9 million. Switch over The figures, gathered by Ofcom, suggest that five million of those recorders are Sky+ boxes, a further 2.6 million are Freeview recorders, and the remaining 1.2 million is split between Virgin Media's V+, BT Vision and Top Up TV. The Ofcom report noted a drop of 28% in the sales of Freeview set-top boxes, as TVs with a digital tuner built-in start to take over from the stand-alone devices. Sales of TVs with an integrated tuner have now hit 20 million. The figures also give insights into how Britain is switching to digital TV in advance of the analogue switch-off, due to be completed by 2012. Analogue signals have already been turned off in a few areas in the UK including the West Country, Scottish borders, and the Isle of Man. With almost 90% of TVs converted to digital, many homes were starting to update older sets. Ofcom estimates that by the end of March 2009, 61% of secondary TV sets were capable of showing digital TV. They also think that about 27% of the TV sets in use in the UK are still only capable of receiving analogue signals.

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ISE 2012 sees ViewSonic unveil LED/laser hybrid 1080p projector flatscreenmounted paisley ViewSonic has unveiled a laser hybrid LED projector at ISE 2012, featuring full HD 1080P projection. The LEDs and lasers combine as a light source to generate a colour spectrum exceeding that of normal mercury light projectors. The technology also delivers a light source life of up to 20,000 hours. LATEST NEWS Philips and Advantech Europe launch own OPS digital signage products at ISE 2012 Alcorn McBride brings two new products to ISE 2012 ISE 2012 sees AOpen add to WarmTouch series of touch displays ViewSonic’s Laser Hybrid LED projectors provide 1,200 lumens of brightness, with an instant on/off function and full HD 1080p high resolution. ViewSonic Laser Hybrid LED projectors will be available from July 2012. ViewSonic Laser Hybrid LED projector ViewSonic is also showing a 32in transparent display, which will sit within its digital signage line at Integrated System Europe 2012. Its transparent displays are suitable for integrating window displays designs, vending machines, or creating a double layer merchandising effect. The first layer of transparent display showcases product highlights or content, while the second demonstrates the actual product. In addition to the 32in transparent display, ViewSonic plans to introduce a 42in transparent display as well. Both models will be in mass production in Q2 2012. The touch-screen can be added as option to add interactive features. ViewSonic 32” Transparent Display will be available end of June in local sav shops in glasgow and paisley 2012.

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Peerless-AV has added a new range of kiosks and trolleys to its portfolio. New products range from multi screen video wall trolleys through to single screen stands for education and video conferencing, to secure kiosks designed for way-finding and public information applications. The Peerless-AV mobile, multi screen video wall display. The Peerless-AV mobile, multi screen video wall display stands are engineered to accommodate screen sizes from 40” to 60” with universal mounting in either 2×2 or 3×3 landscape configurations. The product is constructed from high-quality welded steel for strength, engineered to avoid tipping and equipped with industrial standard swivel casters for ease of movement. A horizontal rail system allows side-by-side displays to be accurately aligned, while multiple points of tool-less fine adjustment should ensure a seamless overall appearance. The new family of 15 flat panel trolleys and stands fit displays from 37” to 108”, with vertical adjustment in addition to -5 to +15-degrees of tilt to achieve the optimal viewing angle. Each unit can be customised with a wide range of aesthetic options including multiple colours, acrylic trim and vinyl wraps to best complement the surrounding environment or to promote a brand message. Scala Certified Partner Cognition has installed a head-turnng Digital Mannequin in the shop window of the new salon of beauty spa and skin clinic Zen Lifestyleon in Hanover Street in Edinburgh, Scotland. The Digital Mannequin in the window of Zen Lifestyle. Unlike live models, the Digital Mannequin is able to work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year in a . The slowly moving model, shot on a cinema standard camera, shows every detail of the model across three large 42” Phillips LCD screens. With the wind blowing through her hair and her light summery dress, the display is proving to be a real hit with those passing by. Graham Pow from Cognition said: “the client wanted to have a window display that would grab the attention of potential customers who may be unfamiliar with the Zen Lifestyle brand and the Digital Mannequin certainly does that.” The Digital Mannequin footage was shot and edited in Cognition’s studio and it showcases the variety of treatments available at Zen Lifestyle. The screen also shows a range of promotional material cleverly using Scala to create three independent screens meaning Cognition can create some unique content that can maximise the use of the screens and create an impact at a street level. Scala software powers the screens, using 1 player license and Zen can change the content on the displays. Cognition’s monthly content updates allow them to create new professional content, which is in line with their business needs and assuring that the screens always remain “fresh”. Cognition meets with the client on a regular basis to discuss the digital display content strategy for the upcoming months. Cognition uses the knowledge from their background in broadcast adverts to create stimulating content that they know consumers will engage with. The Digital Mannequin is proving to be a greater pull than the traditional print window displays, with window viewing time averaging 60% longer than the static equivalents. “The Cognition screens allow us to change our window displays instantly in line with our business needs and the response has been fantastic,” states Kieran Fowley from Zen Lifestyle. The high brightness HD screens are also striking at night when they light up Hanover Street, Edinburgh giving Zen Lifestyle a great opportunity to market their business in out-of-office hours and reach a wider audience. Fowley from Zen Lifestyle continues: “People are stopping to look as it is so unique and unexpected, and this is giving us the opportunity to reach out to a really wide audience and communicate our unique range of services. This innovative, high-quality communications channel for passers-by is a great indicator of the high quality and innovative experience clients can expect when they come through the door.”