ATEN Unveils a New Digital Signage/Video Display Management Solution

The Media Distribution Solution’s combination of advanced Cat 5 video splitter and repeater distributes high quality audio/video content to multiple displays in real time.

Taipei, Taiwan, June 18, 2009. ATEN International, a leading designer, manufacturer and distributor of cutting-edge connectivity solutions, introduces the new Media Distribution Solution – an end-to-end digital signage/visual information management system. The cost-effective solution efficiently distributes high-quality audio and video content over Cat 5 cable to multiple displays from a single input source.

The ATEN complete Media Distribution Solution consists of the 4- and 8-port Cat 5 Audio/Video splitters – VS1504 and VS1508, as well as VB552 VGA Over Cat 5 Repeater. The solution is ideal for installations that require multimedia content to be delivered to multiple destinations. Through cascade connection, the VS1504/VS1508 can support thousands of displays when combined with ATEN repeaters. With two RS-232 channels and support for high video resolutions, the solution is the perfect way to extend the range of A/V and serial transmissions.

Cascadable to three levels, the ATEN Media Distribution Solution can support thousands of displays located up to 450m from the source device while maintaining excellent picture and sound quality. The solution also provides screen controls at the remote sites, and incorporates RS-232 connectivity so that devices such as touchscreens can be included in the installation.

“The Media Distribution Solution is a state-of-the-art tool designed to distribute top-quality audio and video signals to multiple audiences, even in really vast space. It improves the productivity of public utility facilities, where the video signal is distributed to multiple screens, as well as of shops, where the same spot is displayed on multiple screens,” says Kevin Chen, President, ATEN International. “The Media Distribution Solution is an affordable, scalable and user-friendly solution that is compatible with cutting-edge technologies.”

The ATEN Media Distribution Solution provides unique scalability and connectivity capabilities. The solution allows users to locate displays in the most favorable and eye-catching sites, while the control units can be discretely and securely deployed in a separate, dedicated room for easy servicing and maintenance.

The ATEN Media Distribution Solution can be deployed in a variety of environments, such as:

Interactive Kiosks – display news, information and provide services at automated teller machines
Shopping malls – information spots with touch screens
LCD screen and TV set benchmark tests
Cinemas – display movie trailers and information for viewers
Airports and railway stations – display train schedules and information for travelers
Sports centers, bowling centers and fitness clubs
Banks – display information for customers
Pricing and availability

The solution is available now. The MSRP for the combination of VB552 and VS1504 or VS1508 are priced at US$690 and US$790 respectively, excluding VAT. For more information please contact ATEN authorized distributor in India: CUBIX MICRO SYSTEMS (I) Pvt. Ltd., H.O. Tel: 020-24251594/ 95/ 96; Email: sales {at} cubixindia(.)com; www.cubixindia.com

About ATEN

ATEN International Co., Ltd. is specialized in connectivity solutions in information technology. Established in 1979, ATEN is today considered the leading manufacturer of KVM Switches worldwide. This prominent position was reached by continuously high investment in research and development, resulting in numerous patents and exemplified by the sophisticated ASIC, developed in the ATEN labs and manufactured by ATEN. The product range today covers hundreds of connectivity products, providing complete KVM solutions from entry level to the enterprise market. Among the customers of ATEN are large, companies with global operations, midrange and small businesses, as well as ambitious private users. For further information, please visit http://www.aten.com.