Monday, June 30, 2014

Interactive Touch Screen Displays Increase Retail Conversion and Relationship

Traditional Displays are comprised of signage, banners and other forms of printed or static graphics.  As our society continues to make the journey towards interactivity, it is important to be sure your marketing does the same.  Interactive touch screen displays are a great way to begin to move towards the forefront of technology without going too far too fast.
There is an ever-growing need to provide users with an interactive experience without losing site of traditional marketing methods and best practice.   While we are in this transition it is of utmost importance that we do not alienate or frustrate the masses that are just beginning this transition to interactivity.
When you integrate an interactive touch screen display into your existing or future digital arsenal you can engage your customers in a conversation relative to their needs and desires.  Retail traffic in local stores and shops all over the country are searching for goods and services.  Should you be the one that communicates the right message to them at the right time, you will become the one who receives the reward of cash in hand.
Interactive touch screen displays provide retailers a tool that is both exciting and educational for consumers.  The user is encouraged to "reach out and touch" the display.  This is when the magic begins.
Communicating through a touch screen display is non-threatening and easily accepted.   The viewers feel as if they are in control of the marketing that is going on and therefore let down their guard.
If utilized properly, this will become your most valuable sales tool in your company.   Focus on customer experience, relationship building and data acquisition and you will have a successful interactive digital signage deployment.  This type of marketing can be used for many applications, including lead capture, product tutorials, training, interactive catalog, sale presentations, web browsing and so much more.
Just remember that the touch screen is only as powerful as the content that is driving the user experience.   This is not to say that you will need to reinvent your entire company’s marketing campaign but you will need a professional programmer or content agency to assist you in bringing the two together for a seamless, consistent delivery of your core message and goals.
Interactive Touch Screen Displays have quickly become a must have for trade shows, corporate lobby displays, way-finding in public buildings, portable and stationary sales presentations, retail storefronts and more.   Determine that you will not be left out of this very real transition in marketing.   Make the decision to get in on the ground floor, rather than wishing you had.
There are several different types of touch screen technologies available, including, Infrared IR Bezels, Single Touch, and Dual Touch with a variety of touch points, including 2, 6 and 32 point touch.   Because multi-touch technology is not standard, it is recommended that you verify that the technology you are considering for purchase is in fact "True Multi-Touch Touch Screen" and not dual touch.  Along with any other features that are being deemed as standard.
Reach out to a Professional Interactive Displays Company that focuses on educating you, as the consumer, so that you can effectively utilize the technology with a minimal learning curve and quick ROI.

Thursday, June 26, 2014

Turning Displays into multi touch displays

Transform a standard TV into a Touch Screen in Minutes.
Consumers are demanding an interactive experience that they can be a part of. Multi touch Overlays can turn any display into a touch screen within a few minutes. We provide two options when looking for interactive displays.
Interactive Touch Bezels can transform your projection screenrear projection films, plasma, LCD or LED flat screen display into an interactive surface by simply sticking the IR bezel to the bezel of your display. This technology has IR or infrared technology that can sense the touch of your finger with extreme accuracy and response rate.
Multi Touch Screen OverlayYou have a choice of how many places you can touch on your display at one time when buying an IR Touch Bezel.
The basic Dual Touch model will allow you two touch points and is commonly known as dual touch operation. You can use two fingers to control and interact with the different functions of your software and programming features. With this bezel you can control many of the functions that you have seen on TV, like throwing items around on the screen, re sizing pictures and documents with their fingers and practically anything one person wants to do on a small or even large screen display.

As the demand for larger displays continues to grow and viewers want to see it bigger brighter and bolder you will need to provide more touch points. (That is relative to the size of the screen.) The highest level of interaction and the most amounts of touch points we offer is 40-points of touch; 40 individual fingers or people can interact with the touch screen display at one single time. With this bezel added onto your large format display you can provide an interactive surface for a group of people to enjoy and interact with at one time. This particular bezel is great for intense interactive software programs and functionality. If you want more options your use of your touch screen display this is for you.

For more information please visit www.ssidisplays.com or call us 888-631-5880

Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Multi Touch Overlay Q&A

Multitouch Touch-Screen Q&A
What is the correct Touch-Frame size for my monitor?  The easiest way to order your Touch-Frame is to determine your TV's diagonal screen size - 32", 50", 70" etc.  The same size Multitouch Frame would be ordered.  If you would like to confirm compatibility, please include your TV Make & Model number in the notes section on the checkout page.  We will confirm compatibility prior to proceeding with your order.
Please call 888-631-5880, with any questions regarding the placement of a Touch-Screen order
What is Multitouch?   Multitouch has taken Touch-Screen technology from original single and dual-touch compatibility, to simultaneous user supported Multitouch capability.  Todays' Multitouch can support up to 40 users at one time without with any one user experienceing interference from anothers' touch.  Multitouch Touch-Screen technology functions in this manner regardless of Display screen size.
Is the number of possible Touch Points limited by Frame size?  Touch-Point options are: 2, 4, 6, 10, 16, 32, or 40.  ALL options are available in ALL Touch-Frame sizes 
Can Multitouch Frames be used on Video Walls?  YES.  SSI can design and build a custom Multitouch Frame at most any size for your Video Wall.  We would need to know the Make and Model # of the components you wish to use and  the configuration of your Video Wall Display. Typical Video Wall configurations are: 4x4, 2x3, 3x4 or similar 
Please call with questions 888-631-5880
What technology does a Touch-Screen use?  All Touch-Screens on this page and other overlays referred to on our website, use Infrared Touch-Screen technology.  This is the most stable and reliable Touch-Screen technology on the market today.  Infrared Touch-Screen technology projects an invisible grid pattern of infrared light across the surface of your Display - whether it is one TV, multiple units, or a Projection Screen.  The grid pattern senses interruptions within it and relays this information to a computer with amazing speed and accuracy.  Increasing the number of Touch Points increases the systems' capability to process a higher number of simultaneous user interruptions within the grid.   
Are Custom Multitouch Screen available?  YES.  More then 50% of our custom orders are for uniquely sized and shaped Touch Screens.  SSI offers custom fabrication to suit your specific application and requirements - from critical viewing area considerations to large format Touch-Screen Displays, Video Walls, and oversized Floating Image Displays.  Please consult with an SSI representative regarding the details of your project,  888-631-5880 
How Multitouch Screens installed?   A Multitouch Screen is as easy to install:
1.  Apply provided double-sided tape to Touch-Screen Frame - velcro can also be used if desired
  1. Attach Touch-Screen Frame to TV or Display surface
  2. Install supplied Drivers on MAC or PC, connect supplied USB Cable (this is the only cable required in most cases) and Calibrate 
Are Multitouch Screens covered by a Warranty?  SSI offers a standard One (1) Year Warranty on all Multitouch Frame products. The Warranty covers Manufacturers' Defects for repair or replacement. The Warranty does not cover any neglect, misuse, damage, or wear and tear beyond what is considered normal use.  Please contact SSI at 888-631-5880, for more information on Touch-Screen Warranties.

FREE WARRANTY EXTENSION:  For a FREE (1) year Warranty extension on your new Multitouch Frame - a total of (2) years of complete manufacturers coverage.  Simply complete the Form on our Multitouch Warranty Extension page, submit a photo of your installation, and provide some brief information about your project. Once completed, SSI will forward your (1) year Warranty extension via email.
As a second Bonus, we will enter your project into our monthly drawing for a chance to be featured in our Newsletter, and a Gift Card valued at $100 to the restaurant of your choice!
Are Multitouch-Screens compatible with MAC technology?  YES.  Multitouch Touch-Screen overlays are compatible with both MAC and PC
Are Multitouch-Screen Frames waterproof?  YES.  We do offer waterproof products.  Please specify waterproofing when placing an order.  Without this information, your order will be produced as a standard, non-waterproofed product.  Please speak with a customer service representative for additional information, 888-631-5880
Do Multitouch Screens require a Driver?  YES.  Multitouch Drivers are compatible with either MAC or PC, and will be included with your Multitouch Screen package.
What is the largest Multitouch Frame producible?  The largest Multitouch Screen overlay SSI has produced and installed to date, is 7' X 17' with 32 Points of Touch.  This system was installed over a Rear-Projection Display and included Rear-Projection Film applied to the glass.
What is the lead-time for a Multitouch Screen?  The typical Multitouch Screen order ships within 5-7 days from date of order. However, some Touch-Screen orders may take longer.  In some cases, we can expedite your order if the we have stock available in the size you request.
Where do Multitouch-Screens ship from?  Multitouch-Screens ship from either our California or Florida locations depending upon stock position at time of order and final shipping destination of product.
Who is using Multitouch-Screen technology?  Multitouch Touch-Screen technology and Screen Solutions International products are being used around the world in small and large businesses, universities and medical facilities, and in theatrical productions and Trade Shows.  A short list of recognizable National Brands currently using SSI Multitouch Touch-Screen technology is below:
  • Snap-On Tools
  • Microsoft
  • Telemundo NBC Universal
  • Ericsson Wireless
  • Stanford University School of Medicine

Tuesday, June 24, 2014

Multi Touch Screen Overlay Touch-Frame products are the latest, most efficient, have the slimmest profile, and offer the 
most accurate simultaneous Points-of-Touch technology available on the market today.
Purchase either a DIY Multi-Touch Frame ready to install onto your existing TV or video wall, or a fully integrated unit complete with Display.  We offer products ranging from 2 - 40 simultaneous Points-of-Touch.  All Points give a user the ability to drag, drop, swipe, throw, rotate, and size images.  The higher the number of Touch-Points, the more users can operate the Touch-Screen at the same time - single user (2 Points-of-Touch) or multi user (4 - 40 Points-of-Touch.) 
A short list of  the many applications for Multi touch Touch-Screen technology can be found below.  If not listed, please call if you have questions about using Multi touch Frames in your application or industry - 888-631-5880
  • Trade Show Displays
  • TV Studio Set's
  • Business Lobby Display Boards
  • Video Walls
  • Conference Rooms



Multi touch Touch-Screen specifications can be found below.  Please note that in an effort to continually improve our products, this information may change without notice.  We offer current specification sheets, drawings, and additional information on a request basis. 
  • Available Sizes: 32’’- 350’’ Diagonal (Customized upon special requests)
  • Frame Dimension: 30mm width, 6mm thickness (without glass or frame); 35mm width, 8.9mm thickness (without glass, with frame)
  • Touch Technology: Infrared
  • Touch Resolution: 32767×32767
  • Touch Response Time: Typical response time 7 - 13ms
  • Operating temperature: 0°C - 60°C;
  • Operating Humidity: 10% to 90% RH, non-condensing
  • Storage Environments Storage temperature: - 40°C - 85°C;
  • Storage Humidity: 10% to 90%RH, non-condensing
  • Power Supply: USB from powered hub
  • Maximum demand from USB port: 150 mA
  • Interface: USB2.0 compatible with USB 1.1
  • Operating Systems: Windows 7, Vista, XP, Mac OS, Linux
  • Warranty: 1 year parts and labor (1 year FREE warranty extension available, see Q&A Tab for details)