Daktronics technology used to build new Madison Square Garden scoreboard

The new Daktronics multimedia screen that has been installed at Madison Square Garden integrates 24 high definition LED displays, reflecting the circular design of the stadium, providing maximum visibility from all corners.

Madison Square Garden has unveiled the latest phase of its transformation project that, in addition to including numerous modifications and improvements in its architecture, has also addressed improvements to its digital signage systems such as the new scoreboard.

This transformation project began in 2011 with the renewal of the seats, making them more comfortable, and the remodeling of the pavilion where new glass sky bridges have been incorporated that offer a great view of everything that happens in the stadium. This restructuring has culminated with the installation of a new LED video signage system, known as GardenVision, whose main element is the new marker, located in the center of the pavilion. It was manufactured by Brookings and technology from Daktronics.

This multimedia screen consists of 24 Individual high-definition curved LED screens, which reflect the circular design of the stadium and provide maximum visibility from anywhere in the pavilion.

“Among the new technological advances that we have implemented, the marker stands out, that integrates the most dynamic multimedia screen in the industry, with a unique circular design and great image clarity, ensuring fans receive a magical HD experience”, explains Hank Ratner, President and CEO of The Madison Square Garden.

Main video screens show the action taking place around the board, in order to be able to highlight the best plays and replays live. It can also be divided into separate screens where it is possible to display a wide variety of live graphics, animations and statistics, view information and promotional videos. Scoreboard video displays feature a unique black LED package, providing maximum image clarity and contrast.

Sistema GardenVision

In addition to this multi-screen dialer, The GardenVision system also integrates three LED screens at the north and south end of Chase Bridges that display a combination of video and game statistics; and four long ribbon curved LED screens over two different levels of the seating area. For basketball events, Seven tabletop display sections with LED scoreboards display additional up-to-the-minute statistics along the edges., partners and event promotions.

 

Technical specifications

These are the main features of the scoreboard designed by Daktronics for Madison Square Garden:

• Four video screens 4,8 meters high by 8,5 meters wide. Above these screens there are four other auxiliary screens. 1,8 x feet tall by 8,8 meters wide.
• GardenVision corners contain four curved screens that match the height of the main video screens and four more curved screens that match the height of the auxiliary screens to create a complete circular video environment.
• Bottom screens provide up-to-the-minute statistics, game information, as well as replays of the plays.
• The top of the GardenVision contains an identification ring consisting of a backlit LED panel more than two meters high that surrounds the entire top of the structure..
• Besides, The new Wi-Fi structure and broadcast equipment will improve coverage.
• The technological advances that have been installed are prepared for future expansions. In this way, the board can be lowered and modified, configured and expanded for the events that take place.