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Digital Signage Buyer's Guide

Digital signage can be a very effective and affordable communication medium, but considering the many available digital signage solutions might seem like an overwhelming task. However, taking some time to research and understand the options available will be well worth the investment. This iCOMPEL Buyer’s Guide allows you to compare all the iCOMPEL models in one overview.


 
 
Features
Description
Typical usage
Performance
No of simultaneous Video zones
Publisher / Subscriber
/ Kiosk[*]
CPU Processor
System RAM
System Storage
Video Output Resolution
Connectors
Video
Audio
USB
Ethernet
External storage
HD video capture
Serial
Keyboard/mouse
TV capture
Legacy printer port
WIFI
3G
Power
Power Consumption
Enclosure Size
W x D x H (mm)
Weight
Mounting
Publisher Unit
Standard
with Wi-Fi
with HD Video Capture
with DVB-T TV Capture
Subscriber Unit
Standard
with Wi-Fi
with HD Video Capture
with DVB-T TV Capture
iCOMPEL Content Commander
iCOMPEL Content Commander
  • Content Management System for larger iCOMPEL Networks
  • Powerful Intel Xeon Processor with 16 GB RAM
  • Simultaneous Multi-User, Multichannel Publishing
  • Automate playlists with flexible scheduling and workflow management
  • Supports Flash, video, audio, images, HTML, XML, RSS
Simultaneous Multi-user, multi-channel publisher with workflow management for up to 1500 subscribers. No local playout.
Content Management System / Publisher for Networks of more than 10 subscribers.
High
Create multiple video zones using layout tool. No local playout.
Publisher Only. No local playout.
Intel® Xeon E3 CPU
16 GB
500 GB HDD
Browser Management
 
(1) DisplayPort F, (1) HDMI F, (1) DVI-I F, (1) Firewire F — Device does not support local playout.
(5) 3.5-mm; (1) TOSLINK®;(1) DisplayPort F; (1) HDMI F — Device does not support local playout.
(6) USB Type A F
1000/100/10BASE-T
(1) eSATA
 
Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor
 
 
 
 
 
Internal PSU 100-240 VAC 50/60 Hz
60W
280 x 268 x 77
4 kg
Optional ICOMP-RACK brackets available for 19” mounting.
 
ICC-AP-1500, ICC-AP-1000, ICC-AP-500, ICC-AP-100
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
iCOMPEL P Series 2U iCOMPEL P Series VESA
P Series 2U iCOMPEL Models P Series VESA iCOMPEL Models
  • Our highest-performing system for high-quality SMB signage.
  • Features a fast processor for intense content rendering: Flash at >20 fps and video at >30 fps.
  • Ideal for showing video in up to four zones simultaneously.
  • Supports the display of professional-quality Flash alongside of video, static images, HTML, XML, RSS Web content.
Featuring the highest processing power of all iCOMPEL versions, the P Series supports the frames per second needed for smooth video playout and rendering of professional Flash. Plus, it supports up to four video zones, so you can play up to four simultaneous videos on a screen!
Smooth playout and rendering of professional flash alongside video, static images, HTML, XML, RSS Web content.
High High
4 4
Publisher and Subscriber units Publisher and Subscriber units
Intel® Core™ i3 Intel® Core™ i3
4096 MB 4096 MB
500 GB HDD 60 GB SSD
Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD
   
(1) DisplayPort F, (1) HDMI F, (1) DVI-I F (1) HDMI F, (1) DVI-I F;
(5) 3.5-mm; (1) TOSLINK®;(1) DisplayPort F; (1) HDMI F (1) 3.5-mm; (1) DisplayPort F; (1) HDMI F
(8) USB Type A F, (6) USB 2.0, (2) USB 3.0 (4) USB Type A F: (2) USB 2.0, (2) USB 3.0
(1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) (1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)
(1) eSATA (1) eSATA
(2) HDMI-F on models with HD Video capture  
Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor
   
(1) 4-pin mini DIN F (S-Video), (1) RCA F (Composite video), (1) 3.5-mm (audio) and (1) I-Type jack (DVB-T)  
   
Optional Internal PCIe card (802.11 a, b, g and n (2.4 and 5 GHz) Optional Internal PCIe card (802.11 a, b, g and n (2.4 and 5 GHz)
Optional external USB Dongle Optional external USB Dongle
180W Internal PSU with PFC 90–250 VAC, 50–60 Hz
33W (Typical Consumption) 40W (Typical Consumption)
280 x 268 x 77 280 x 186 x 29
4.26 kg 2.0 kg
Optional ICOMP-RACK or ICOMP-WALL mounting brackets VESA Mounting bracket included
   
ICPS-2U-PU-N ICPS-VE-PU-N
ICPS-2U-PU-W ICPS-VE-PU-W
ICPS-2U-PU-N-H  
ICPS-2U-PU-N-D  
   
ICPS-2U-SU-N ICPS-VE-SU-N
ICPS-2U-SU-W ICPS-VE-SU-W
ICPS-2U-SU-N-H  
ICPS-2U-SU-N-D  
iCOMPEL S Series 2U iCOMPEL S Series VESA
S Series 2U iCOMPEL Models S Series VESA iCOMPEL Models
  • Our standard-performing system for professional SMB signage.
  • Features a fast robust processor for optimized content: Flash at <20 fps and video at <30 fps.
  • Ideal for showing two video zones simultaneously.
  • Supports the display of optimized Flash alongside of video, static images, HTML, XML, RSS Web content.
This series supports up to two video zones playing at the same time and is for users who plan to use their own in-house graphics and PowerPoint movie files alongside of Web content. You can even order S Series subscribers to receive content from a P Series
Display of optimised flash alongside video, static images, HTML, XML, RSS Web content.
Standard Standard
2 2
Publisher and Subscriber units Publisher and Subscriber units
Mid-range Intel Celeron Mid-range Intel Celeron
4096 MB 4096 MB
500 GB HDD 60 GB SSD
Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD
   
(1) DisplayPort F, (1) HDMI F, (1) DVI-I F (1) HDMI F, (1) DVI-I F
(2) 3.5-mm; (1) TOSLINK®; (1) DisplayPort F; (1) HDMI F (2) 3.5-mm, (1) DisplayPort F, (1) HDMI F
(8) USB Type A F: (6) USB 2.0, (2) USB 3.0 (4) USB Type A F (USB 3.0)
(1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) (1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)
   
(2) HDMI-F on models with HD Video capture  
Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor
   
(1) 4-pin mini DIN F (S-Video), (1) RCA F (Composite video), (1) 3.5-mm (audio) and (1) I-Type jack (DVB-T)  
   
Optional Internal PCIe card (802.11 a, b, g and n (2.4 and 5 GHz) Optional Internal PCIe card (802.11 a, b, g and n (2.4 and 5 GHz)
Optional external USB Dongle Optional external USB Dongle
100–240 VAC 50/60 Hz 90–250 VAC, 50/60 Hz
40W (Typical Consumption) 40W (Typical Consumption)
280 x 268 x 77 280 x 186 x 29
4.26 kg 2.04 kg
Optional NTB Icomp wall or rack mount brackets VESA Mounting bracket included
   
ICSS-2U-PU-N ICSS-VE-PU-N-R2
ICSS-2U-PU-W ICSS-VE-PU-W
ICSS-2U-PU-N-H  
ICSS-2U-PU-N-D  
   
ICSS-2U-SU-N ICSS-VE-SU-N
ICSS-2U-SU-W ICSS-VE-SU-W
ICSS-2U-SU-N-H  
ICSS-2U-SU-N-D  
iCOMPEL K Plus Series
K Plus Series VESA iCOMPEL Models
  • Standalone players for touchscreen (interactive kiosk) uses.
  • Enables playing of video in four zones simultaneously.
The K Series Plus supports the frames per second needed for smooth video playout and rendering of professional Flash. Plus, it supports up to four video zones and touch interactivity.
High performance standalone and interactive applications
High
4
Kiosk Player
Intel Core i3
2048 MB
60 GB SSD
Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD
 
(1) HDMI F, (1) DVI-I F
(1) 3.5-mm
(6) USB Type A F, (2) USB 2.0, (2) USB 3.0, (2) USB Sleep-and-Charge
(1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)
(1) eSATA
 
 
 
 
 
 
Optional external USB Dongle
90–250 VAC, 50–60 Hz
 
280 x 186 x 29
1.8 kg
VESA Mounting bracket included
 
ICKP-VE-IU-N
ICKP-VE-IU-W
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
iCOMPEL O Series OPS
O Series OPS iCOMPEL Models
  • Modular publishers and subscriber units for convenient installation in an HDTV's Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) slot.
  • Includes a fast processor for rendering of professional content: Flash at >20 fps and video at >30 fps.
  • Enables playing of video in four zones simultaneously.
These publisher and subscriber iCOMPEL units install in any screen that has an Intel® Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) slot.
Used in screens that has an Intel® Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) slot.
High
4
Publisher and Subscriber units
Intel Core i3 Mobile
2048 MB
60 GB SSD
Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD
 
Internal HDMI
(1) 3.5-mm, HDMI
2 x USB (3.0)
(1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)
 
 
Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor
 
 
 
 
Optional external USB Dongle
internal DC power unit +12 - 19V
 
OPS standard
 
 
 
ICOS-PU
 
 
 
 
ICOS-SU
 
 
 
iCOMPEL Q Series VESA iCOMPEL Q Series VESA Mini
Q Series iCOMPEL VESA Model Q Series iCOMPEL VESA Mini Model
Digital signage subscriber for harsh or noise-sensitive environments.
Mid-range slim profile, fan less, solid-state digital signage player.
Ideal for Touch Interactivity and Menu Board applications.		 Budget slim profile, fan less, solid-state digital signage player.
Ideal for use in Hospitality and Menu Board applications.
Ideal for Touch Interactivity and Menu Board applications. Ideal for use in Hospitality and Menu Board applications.
High Standard
2 1
Subscriber Subscriber
Celeron Dual Core (fanless) Celeron Dual Core (fanless)
4096 MB 2048 MB
SSD – 60GB SSD – 60GB
Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD Digital to 1920 x 1080; 1080p HD
   
DP & HDMI VGA & HDMI
(2) 3.5-mm, (1) DisplayPort F, (1) HDMI F (1) 3.5-mm, (1) HDMI F
4 x USB 3.0 2 x USB 2.0
(1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps) (1) RJ-45 (10/100/1000 Mbps)
   
   
Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor Optional USB to RS-232 adaptor
   
   
   
Optional Internal PCIe card (802.11 a, b, g and n (2.4 and 5 GHz)  
Optional external USB Dongle Optional external USB Dongle
90–250 VAC, 50–60 Hz 90–250 VAC, 50–60 Hz
40 W (Typical Consumption) 25 W (Typical Consumption)
307 x 190 x 37 176 x 152 x 28
2.59 kg 1.43 kg
Includes VESA Mounting plate Includes VESA Mounting plate
   
   
   
   
   
   
ICQS-VM-SU-N ICQS-VE-SU-N
ICQS-VM-SU-W  
   
   

* Publisher model required for operation.
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