Planar Video Wall Helps University of Nevada Students Get Fit

A video wall of 6×2, made up of 12 Planar System's Clarity Matrix LCD Displays, has been installed in the gymnasium of the University of Nevada to accompany students while they play sports.

Planar Systems has installed a large video wall in the gym at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) showing news and different TV shows while students play sports.

For the configuration of this 6 video wall×2, that are located in an area that can be viewed from anywhere in the gym (UNLV Student Recreation and Wellness Center), have been used 12 Clarity Matrix LCD displays.

“Have a medium that accompanies students as they run along the treadmill watching a game or cooking show, It makes time fly by and keeps students motivated to keep going. This is a reflection of our commitment to technology and what digital media can offer.", comments Erin Farrar, director of UNLV Campus Recreation Services.

Functionality and simplicity

UNLV chose Planar Systems' Clarity Matrix LCD solution for its video wall because of its design, Ease of maintenance and optimal visual performance.

Its ultra-thin bezel 3,7 mm was one of the features that UNLV appreciated the most, as it makes the space between screens almost invisible and the entire video wall practically homogeneous. Which is important when the focus should be on the work being done and not on the display.

On the other hand, Clarity Matrix Delivers Distributed Design, so that its components, such as power supplies and controllers, They are located in a remote rack room. By not having to install power outlets behind each LCD screen, The university achieved cost savings and that the installation will be carried out more quickly.

To install the Clarity Matrix video wall, UNLV used the Planar EasyAxis Mounting System solution, which facilitated the alignment of the 12 LCD screens that make it up. The mounting system makes it easy to position each of them evenly, Virtually no time needed for repositioning and adjustment, while offering maximum visual impact.

Features such as a brightness of 800 Nits, a contrast ratio of 3.500:1, resolution of 1920 X 1080, and a viewing angle of 178 degrees were also taken into account by UNLV. In addition, The video display can be configured so that each screen shows a different schedule or multiple screens display the same content, providing an image with vibrant colors and high sharpness and uniformity. Clarity Matrix also features LED backlight technology for the delivery of deep blacks and optimal contrast.

Other functionalities offered by this model are its scalability and ease of maintenance. If UNLV wants to increase the size, it can do so by inserting new rows or columns without the need for additional electrical infrastructure.

For maintenance, the screens can be easily accessed individually from the front without having to disassemble the entire structure. This makes it simple to modify or fix a cable or component.

“With its image quality and simplicity when it comes to installation and maintenance, coupled with its reliability 24×7, Clarity Matrix is a great choice for LCD video walls, Whether it's for use in advertising applications, for data visualization or to help college students achieve their goals", comments Jennifer Davis, Vice President of Marketing & Product Strategy, Planar Systems.

Available in sizes of 46 and 55 Inch, Clarity Matrix is available in a variety of brightness options and bezel widths, with multi-touch capability and 3D technology.

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