AV Distribution Systems for Retail
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System Capabilities

Multiple Sources of Audio and Video
Distribute Content to any Screen or Audio location
Any Video Source can go to any number of Screens
Control via CPU or iPad - LAN/WAN or Panel Buttons
Automated / Scheduled Control via ~sedna presenter
Confidence Monitoring of Video and Audio Sources
Network Controlled Power
Browser and Email Alert of crashed Media CPU's
Digital and or Analog Audio
HDMI, DVI, Component Video Inputs and Outputs
Distance from Rack to Screen at Full 1080P of 300 ft.
Thousands of feet possible using Fiber distribution

Expandable


Look what we can do.
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By adding the Blackmagic 16x16 Micro Video Hub into our SDI Signal Path, we now have the ability to have 16 Independent Sources routed to any 16 Screens or any group of screens. Or we can have (1) source to all 16 screens, etc. We can have computers as sources, cable TV boxes, HD cameras or any Analog source you can think of. You can use the optional convenient front panel buttons to switch sources or destinations or you can even control it from your iPad or networked Mac. And we are not limited to 16x6. In fact units can be connected together for expansion or you can opt for a larger input/output configuration from 16 x 16 up to 72 x 144 size!
Many choices of Converters.
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Only Mini Converters include auto SD/HD switching, redundant input, AES/EBU and analog audio on standard 1/4 inch jack connections, combined with advanced 3 Gb/s SDI technology. There are now 14 great models to choose from. Choose from models with analog, HDMI, audio, optical fiber, up, down, cross conversion, sync generation, and a new Heavy Duty shell!
Monitor your sources.
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Once the signal is in the SDI Router you can also route the signal to a Rack Mounted SDI monitor. The Blackmagic Smartview Duo can accept (2) sources at once and of course you send any of your sources to these monitors at the same time you are sending them to your Screens.
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For the ultimate hardware control panels, Videohub Smart Control allows push button routing for each one of your decks and monitors, for single button routing all over your facility!
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Live Video In

From Cable or Satellite TV Boxes to HD Cameras or streaming content, sedna can handle Live Video assets in layer that you can then overlay graphics, rss tickers or another video with ease for a custom look and feel.
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The Panasonic AW-HE50S Outdoor PTZ Camera System with COOLDOME Active Air Conditioning Enclosure is a full outdoor camera system, complete with a custom Dotworkz D2 enclosure, that's ready to be controlled via RS-422 serial control or via an IP network.

The HE50S's integrated pan/tilt/zoom mechanism can be operated remotely by Panasonic AW series controllers, computers, or control systems from third-party manufacturers, all via IP control. A full 1920 x 1080 CMOS sensor and 18x optical zoom lens deliver HD or SD imagery in a variety of resolutions.

Technology


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Designed to last.

A Mac is designed for a long, productive life. Apple designers and engineers spend countless hours ensuring that each Mac is precisely built — inside and out. From the down-to-the-micron fit of each internal component to the finish of the enclosure, every detail matters.

Born to perform.

To make a better computer, only quality components and materials will do.

That’s why every Mac contains storage technology, memory, a graphics processor, even a power supply specifically chosen to give you the best performance possible.
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Apple Mac mini

Forged ahead. Way ahead. Mac mini features a 1.4-inch-thin seamless unibody enclosure carved from a single, solid block of aluminum. It’s created using computer numerical control, or CNC, machines — the same kind used by the aerospace industry to build mission-critical spacecraft components. This ensures absolute precision of every component of the Mac mini enclosure.
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SDI Technology

With the latest 3 Gb/s SDI technology built into Mini Converters you get modern broadcast technology that's future proof. Upgrades can be loaded via the USB connection for future video format compatibility.
Auto Switching SD and HD

Mini Converters instantly switch between all SD and HD video formats whenever the video input changes. A huge range of standards are supported including NTSC, PAL, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 1080PsF/23.98, 720p/59.94, 720p/50 and new formats can be added via USB.
AES/EBU and Analog Audio

Most Mini Converters feature 24 bit analog and 24 bit digital audio and HDMI models support HDMI audio. Unlike other converters you don't need custom audio cables and the standard 1/4 inch audio jacks switch between balanced analog audio or AES/EBU digital audio.
Redundant SDI Input

Mini Converters feature a unique redundant input for mission critical tasks such as broadcast or live events. You can connect a redundant cable to the second input, so if the main input is lost due to cable damage or any other cause, Mini Converter will automatically switch over to the redundant input cable. This lets you use Mini Converters in locations where crowds or the environment might cause cable damage, or lets you place Mini Converters in hard to reach locations such as roof mounted video projectors. A loop though SDI output is also provided for connecting to other devices.
Hardware Down Converter

If you connect to analog SD equipment then you'll know how hard it is when modern SDI equipment unexpectedly changes between SD and HD. Mini Converter SDI to Analog includes an automatic high quality down converter that supports letterbox, anamorphic 16:9 and center cut 4:3.
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RG6 COAX

Our systems use standard RG6 Coax cables. Strong, reliable, easy to terminate. Much better than Cat5 or Cat6. Installtion now becomes a breeze.

Software


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We have thousands of Macs all over the world working daily in Digital Signage using ~sedna presenter software. From some of the largest LED boards in the world in Times Square to Universities to small Mom and Pop retail shops, If you have used other digital signage systems you know that ease of use is often promised but hardly ever accomplished. ~sedna presenter finally delivers: its clean and intuitive user interface will enable anyone to import, organize, schedule and distribute content in no time. No need for endless training sessions and specialized personnel.

Target your audience on the right spot at the right time in a retail environment, provide latest consumer ads in a shopping mall and supermarket, display schedules and branded advertising in a train station or airport, improve communication in a training facility, lobby, waiting-room area, store or kiosk environment, effectively enhance corporate and brand communication.

Many Options

No matter your requirements or your budget, ~sedna presenter has a software module to satisfy your needs. And there is much more to come in 2012.

~sedna presenter will change the way you work with dynamic digital signage. Focus on ideas, marketing, sales, production and content creation. Manage, schedule and deliver with ~sedna presenter. Once and for all this will be easier than ever!
Video Preset Manager
by Activate The Space
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The ATS Video Preset Manager provides user programable presets for different sources to go to the LED Board from the Blackmagic Design Videohub series of Matrix Routers.

When used with ~sedna presenter, you can have ~sedna presenter send network commands to the preset manager. These commands can be pre-programmed and set in the playback schedule. For example the LED board can be set to playback content from a MacPro via ~sedna presenter and can be programmed to switch the video input to the LED board for a feed from a Live Camera or a Television feed at any time of the day, week month and for any duration.
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Network Router Control

Videohub connects to any computer via USB and is then shared over your local network. Any computer can be the host by simply connecting to the router via the USB 2.0 connection, which activates that computer as the host and allows other computers on your network to connect. Router labels can be changed from any computer and are fully unicode compatible for foreign language support.
Massive Control Options.
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The most innovative control options for your Videohub router!

Control Videohub routers from all over your building. Choose from our intelligent Smart Control panel, to free software options that work on your desktop, touch screen computers, or even an iPad!

NEW - Touch Creator
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~sedna touch is very proud to announce the release of the first multi-touch scenario authoring tool of its kind for the Mac platform – Touch Creator. There's lots for you to explore with the release of this great product.

Touch Creator
This newest edition to the ~sedna touch software line makes it possible to create stunning multi-touch scenarios. With just a few clicks and simple settings, you're on your way to great multi-touch interaction. You can learn how to get started by watching the screencasts.
ATS - Times Square
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With several landmark LED Boards in Times Square and Retail AV Installations in New York, it was time to provide dedicated staff in the heart of Manhattan to improve upon the exceptional service ATS clients have come to expect.
Project Highlighted
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The new Clear Channel HD LED over MacDonalds in Times Square and Activate The Space is highlighted in the March issue of Sound & Communications Magazine.
New in-house CNC
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Activate The Space is pleased to announce a new machine addition to its production facilities in Connecticut.

The 5'x10' bed CNC machine was designed for the fabrication of all of our Aluminum Extrusion products and panels.