TECH GUIDE
THE TECH GUIDE
A selection of some of the latest AV products and solutions now available to the market
VUI Wayfinding
Visix Satellite Modular Laser System
Digital Projection Product type: Remote light source projector Target market: Visitor attractions, simulators, corporate and more What does it do? Satellite MLS offers a small number of simple building blocks that will allow users to address a wide range of applications, from single projector installs to complex, multi-channel domes, caves and simulators. What’s new? The keystone of this new system is the separation of the light source, with its associated power and thermal management, to a remote location, which enables a small, compact projection ‘Head’ that only contains the minimal optical and video processing. The projector ‘Head’ is compact, quiet, light-weight and consumes very little power. This offers benefits at every stage of a system design, including serviceability and lifespan. By separating the projection Head from the light source and linking the two by fibre-optic cables up to 100m long, it creates more options, particularly where space and access are restricted.
Product type: Voice activated wayfinding Target market: Education, healthcare, retail, leisure facilities What does it do? Visix is using a voice-user interface (VUI) to improve the user experience by offering multi-modal interactions with screens showing any type of content. User-led interactions can eliminate steps in the search for information, making the process more convenient and efficient. A VUI uses speech recognition to understand spoken commands and questions, and visibly return maps and directories upon request; it can also be combined with traditional touchscreen wayfinding options. What’s new? The new offering gives users a handsfree way to interact with screens, potentially leading to more interest and engagement. Perfect for? VUI can help meet ADA/DDA guidelines by providing interaction options for the visually impaired, and addresses the transmission of germs, which resonates with healthcare clients Available: Now More info at: www.visix.com
Perfect for? Areas where space and access are tight Available: TBC More info at: www.digitalprojection.com
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