Ultrawide Displays - What Are They?

Sep 7, 2023 7:00:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Training Room, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator

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Widescreen seemed revolutionary when it first came out in the mid 90s.  It almost seemed like we had one eye shut when we watched movies in 4:3!

 

What you didn't realize though is that 16:9 isn't as wide as we can get.

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Cable Management: Why It Matters

Aug 3, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Video Conferencing, AV Integrator, Additional Services

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Cables - we've dealt with them since the invention of the telegraph.  We've figured out interesting ways to dress, coil, and place them all around the world to facilitate communication.

 

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Why You Should Have a Service Plan for A/V

Jul 27, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, AV Integrator, JUMPSTART ROOMS, Additional Services

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Let's be realistic for a minute.

 

Technology shouldn't be looked at as a return on investment.  Here's a scenario on why.

 

Your team is prepping for a big meeting, and you walk into the office a few minutes early to get the conference up and running.  But out of nowhere, your system isn't turning on.

 

 

You're stunned.  You just installed this eight months ago....and it's already broken?

 

But don't fret.  The solution is probably easier to spot than you realize.  And although it's frustrating that it's not working right now, well, we've got a solution!

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Everything Everywhere All At Once

Jul 6, 2023 7:30:00 AM / by Steve Tripi posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Huddle Room, Training Room, Barco, Wireless Presentation, Video Conferencing, Live Streaming, AV Integrator, Additional Services

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When it comes to A/V, can you really have Everything Everywhere All At Once?

 

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Five New, Cool Things We Saw at InfoComm This Year

Jun 22, 2023 7:00:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, AV Integrator, JUMPSTART ROOMS

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For any A/V professional, InfoComm is the ultimate field trip.  Not only do you get to get a few days out of the office (woo!), but you spend the week checking out new gadgets, mingling, and soaking in the Florida sun.

 

So it's no guess that we saw a few things we liked this year.  Here's a list, with some on-the-street footage!

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Projector or Display: Which One Is For Me?

Jun 8, 2023 7:00:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator

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When it comes to displaying content in a commercial environment, two notable options are projectors and displays.  Both have their pros and cons, and the decision on which to use ultimately depends on the specific needs and requirements of the setting.  Here, we will discuss the technical differences between projectors and displays, and when each is best suited for commercial environments.

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Considerations You May Miss When Designing a Conference Room

Apr 27, 2023 7:00:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Sound Masking, Wireless Presentation, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator

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What is Digital Signage, and How Can It Help Me Out?

Apr 20, 2023 7:00:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Projects, Wireless Presentation, AV Integrator, Additional Services

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An important hallmark of the 21st century, digital signage is signage that is electronically controlled.  This could be anything from electronic billboards to TVs mounted to the top of a restaurant's checkout area.

But how much does it cost?  Will it help my business?  Do I need special digital signage software to power it?  Should I install it myself?  We've got the answer to all of these below!

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Soft vs Hard Codecs - Which Works For Me?

Mar 23, 2023 7:45:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Conference Room, Video Conferencing, AV Integrator

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As full, room-based audio-video conferencing systems becomemore popular, questions arise about the differences between soft and hard codecs.  While both types have advantages and disadvantages, each may be better suited for different types of applications.  In this article, we'll explore the differences between soft and hard codecs, and discuss which type is best for you.

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The Intersection Between A/V and IT (AVoIP)

Mar 2, 2023 6:15:00 AM / by Smarter Systems posted in Audio Visual, Conference Room, Wireless Presentation, Video Conferencing, Live Streaming, Security, AV Integrator

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As businesses strive to maximize their efficiency and profitability, having easy-to-use A/V systems and secure IT systems has become increasingly important.  But traditionally, IT and AV systems have been siloed in different departments.  With the development of AVoIP (A/V over IP), businesses can now integrate their IT and AV systems into one single, unified system that allows for not only more flexibility in systems design, but an efficient way to run power to multiple devices.

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