NEC Display Solutions Upgrades E-Series Line of Displays

8/1/2011

NEC Display Solutions of America, a provider of commercial LCD display and projector solutions, has upgraded its E Series large-screen displays to provide a cost-effective digital signage solution for retail stores

The new E Series 32-inch E322, 42-inch E422, 46-inch E462 and 55-inch E552 models now include RS-232C to allow control from external equipment, synchronization of multiple displays and easy remote management. Another new feature is an integrated USB media player for photos and music, as well as an upgraded 3-year warranty. The second generation products continue to offer customers built-in features such as an analog/digital tuner, swivel stand, low-profile stereo speakers and closed captioning. Their professional screen performance provides up to full HD resolution for detail and high contrast ratio for crisp content.

"The additions we have included in the second generation E Series make them more flexible and easier to integrate with a multitude of digital signage configurations," said Rachel Karnani, product manager for large-screen displays at NEC Display Solutions. "The RS-232C grants elevated control management for customers who desire remote capabilities of multiple displays, a feature many find useful in these types of applications."

The improved E Series includes the following features:

Full high-definition 1080p resolution of 1920 x 1080 (E422, E462 and E552)
Up to 5000:1 static contrast ratio
Low power consumption reduces total cost of ownership
Full connectivity with 3 HDMI inputs, Component Video, Composite Video and VGA
Built-in closed captioning, which enables users to display text information for the hearing impaired
Built-in ATSC/NTSC/QAM analog/digital tuner
Built-in low profile stereo speakers
Built-in swivel stand, which is detachable for wall mount applications
Multiple picture modes, which adjust the picture appearance for optimum viewing experience
Advanced video settings, which ensure source material is displayed properly and accurately
Backlight adjust, which allows users to customize the backlight strength, enabling longer display life and lower power consumption
Parental control (V-Chip Function), which allows users to block programs based on their rating category
Input labeling, which allows users to assign labels to various inputs within the onscreen display (OSD)
Optional accessories include external single board computer (TNETPC-ION) and wall mount kit (WMK-3257)

The E322, E422, E462 and E552 will be available August 2011 at a minimum advertised price of $449, $699, $899 and $1349, respectively. All four displays ship with a 3-year parts and labor warranty, including the backlight.

Itasca, Ill.-based NEC Display Solutions is a designer and provider of desktop LCD monitors, commercial- and professional-grade large-screen LCD displays, a line of multimedia and digital cinema projectors, and integrated display solutions.