SmartPanel Video Projector Controller

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How many times do customer support teams for dealers and integrators answer calls from users who can't make the right connections? How many projectors have hand-written instructions taped on the wall next to them? Even the most sophisticated of us hate fumbling around with connections.

SmartPanel from SP Controls, now shipping nationwide, is designed to make connections easier for even the newest of users.

The SmartPanel is a video projector controller for installed projectors that makes presentation technology easy to use. Target markets include education of all levels, corporate, government, military, houses of worship and more.

One benefit the controller offers is the ability to standardize customers who have multiple installations. In a school, for example, each classroom can use the same controller regardless of which projectors and peripherals are installed, or how they change over the years. Another is that the controller doesn't require configuration of any kind -- installers, or even users, can just run the setup software embedded in the controller.

There are other benefits, such as a variable automatic shutdown timer, designed to maximize lamp life,

The panel is available in two sizes (10.25" X 8.25" X 1.0" and 10.25" X 3.125" X .75"), there are different audio options, and modules allow expansion of the system.The large chassis model allows for four modules, which are chosen and attached during the installation. These modules provide high-quality connector hardware, such as BNC's and RCA audio connectors, as well as pre-printed legends for identifying the inputs (or types) associated with each module. Every input module features a window that allows backlit legend to displayed, as well as a prominent selection button placed immediately above the patch-point connection.

There are a number of mounting options, too, including boxes, drawers and rack mounts.

The SmartPanel is available through distributors, and you can get that list from the company Website at http://www.spcontrols.com.