Crestron shows its latest developments for the collaboration environment at InfoComm

AirBoard Networked Whiteboard Capture Device and Programming Touch Screens, with associated software for room reservation, TSS-7 and TSS-10 are some of the novelties that it is presenting in Las Vegas.

Crestron has gone to InfoComm 2018 with a wide portfolio of new features, including the AirBoard network whiteboard capture device and touch screens for programming, with associated software for room reservation, TSS-7 and TSS-10.

AirBoard allows local and remote participants to view whiteboard content on the main room screen and on their personal display device, and then share it with the touch of a button. It is simple to use and can be easily mounted on any surface using the included mounting kit.

“This is the last analog device in the room, and with all the competition there is for front space, It is usually placed at the ends of meeting rooms, where visibility is limited. Con Crestron AirBoard, the center screen in the room or the projector screen can display the whiteboard so that everyone can easily see it. Besides, “Remote participants can see if someone is writing on the whiteboard without having to hold a phone or handheld camera.”, explains Dackon Jackson, director of Business Technology of the company.

Crestron AirBoard is essentially a camera on an arm that can be attached to any electronic whiteboard using the included mounting kit.. Only one Ethernet to LAN cable needed for video, power and secure connection to the Crestron network and ecosystem. Anyone can capture and share content using the company's touch screens and integrated devices, like Mercury.

Con AirBoard, annotations can be easily captured and saved, and then published and sent by email or as a message to a central web page (educational applications) or invited participants (corporate applications).

Remote meeting participants will be able to access the whiteboard session in much the same way they would connect to Crestron AirMedia wireless presentation devices., via URL (or descriptive name) displayed on the room screen in your web browser. Once on the website, the user will only have to enter the dynamic PIN or access code, which will also be displayed on the room screen.

Touch screens for programming

Another novelty that can be seen in Las Vegas is the touch screens for programming TSS-7 and TSS-10, including associated room reservation software run natively and an optional light bar to indicate room availability.

Based on the TSW line of touch screens, These display equipment have been simplified to reduce costs and meet the needs of a broader customer base..

TSS and TSW touchscreens natively support the broadest set of third-party software, so organizations can choose the programming provider that best meets their operational needs. At the moment, TSS touchscreens support Appspace, Robin Powered, Teems and EMS Software.

The new optional light bars provide an alternative to Crestron's SSW-100 and SSC-100 lobby room availability signs and include a high-visibility availability indicator for those who prefer to check their status on the touch screen..

These create a halo of bright green light around the touch screen when the room is available and red when it is occupied.. Light bars are compatible with wall or glass mounted displays and can be added to a new or existing TSS or TSW installation.

Small control module fits on the back of the TSS or TSW and connects to USB. Light bars attach to the mounting bracket and connect to the control module in the same way the TSS or TSW are surface mounted.

With Huddly optimize the UC experience

At InfoComm 2018, Crestron has also announced that its all-in-one desktop unified communications and audiovisual solution, Mercury, Supports wide angle USB camera Huddly.

This combination provides a wide viewing angle, without distortion of those present in the meeting room during video conference calls.

Huddly has also partnered with Crestron to provide next-generation features that leverage the XiO Cloud service. Integrated into all new Crestron devices, allows you to reduce up to a 90 % installation time in organizations, no programming or configuration required.

This partnership with Huddly follows Microsoft's recent announcement about expanding its relationship with Crestron, on the occasion of the launch of Microsoft Teams this fall.