Philips PDS has its new B-Line range available with Crestron Connected certification

These professional displays offer new levels of simplicity when it comes to sharing content to improve collaboration in meeting rooms, office environments, education and restoration.

Designed to offer maximum versatility, the range of B-Line Ultra HD professional televisions from Philips Professional Display (PDS), with certification Google y Crestron Connected, now available in EMEA.

La gama B-Line, which was first presented during Philips PDS's participation in WHEREAS 2020, in Amsterdam (Netherlands), It is designed to share content and collaborate seamlessly in meeting rooms., educational and catering environments, becoming one of the manufacturer's most advanced and flexible professional TV lines.

In this sense, These professional displays feature advanced seamless content presentation capabilities., both in a boardroom, of meetings, in a classroom,…all this thanks to the combination of the Android system, Google, the latest UHD and Crestron Connected technology.

Para Jeroen Verhaeghe, global product manager of Professional TV in the company, “The market reaction since B-Line's presentation at ISE has been incredibly positive. Customers recognize the different benefits and opportunities it brings, whether seeking collaborative improvement in meetings or driving marketing communications or entertainment in bars, restaurants, and even small kiosks with interactive menus”.

Service with style

Available in sizes 50, 58, 70 y 75 inch -with the 65” option in development-, The new B-Line series opens a range of opportunities for companies seeking to improve and optimize their digital communications.

Harnessing the power of Android P, Crestron Connected and Chromecast integration you can create content (up to 4K) and share it wirelessly from any byod device, including laptops, pills, mobile phones and corporate server.

The B-Line series also has HDMI Hotplug detection, that automatically detects and responds to each user's actions, with automatic switching between connected devices.

“One of our greatest strengths,” says Verhaeghe.- is listening and understanding the needs of the market. B-Line, along with our partnerships with organizations like Crestron, are a perfect example that Philips PDS offers solutions that matter and meet customer needs, not only today but also for the future”.

Corporate and office environments

Using B-Line in business meetings is simple. Participants can use the built-in Chromecast feature to connect wirelessly to the display, allowing them to stream content directly securely, fluid and instantaneous.

With more than 55 million units sold, Google Chromecast is one of the most popular streaming devices in the world and the most universal solution available on the market for wireless presentations., which is fully integrated into the B-Line range.

In addition to being compatible with Crestron Connected, B-Line is also prepared for other systems, such as Extron and Neets IP control. By having Crestron controllers / Extron SXP, also has HDMI Hotplug connection detection, which automatically detects and responds to user actions so you can connect your device via one of the HDMI inputs.

Application in restoration

The B-Line Series is also equipped and positioned to help restaurant businesses deliver an enhanced solution for displaying content and communicating important messages to customers in their establishments..

Works with the latest Android P software and a TV tuner. Besides, The screen provides instant access to a wide range of applications and services through Google Play, which can be updated as soon as they are available, which makes the investment and useful life profitable.

Whether with a single TV or numerous devices installed in multiple locations, B-Line screens have the CMND content management solution integrated, offering IT managers and administration staff a single interface, a complete remote control of all televisions, including the content that is being broadcast, etc.

The messages, whether scheduled or ad-hoc, can be created and displayed quickly, as well as announcements for upcoming sporting events, menu changes, important information about the place, and numerous other possibilities.

“With the reopening of pub, restaurants and bars after confinement, It is important to ensure that clients are comfortable, entertaining and, more than ever, well informed at all times -Verhaeghe emphasizes-. The ability to schedule content, respond immediately to setbacks, remember social distancing or, For example, Promotions are possible with B-Line”.

Features of Philips B-Line

• Chromecast built-in for wireless presentations: Meetings can run faster and smoother with seamless wireless connectivity to the B-Line display from any Apple device., Windows o Android. With Chromecast built-in integration, Instant transmission of presentations and communications from mobile phones is possible, laptops and tablets with up to 4K resolution. It is profitable, It does not require additional hardware and is a secure system for corporate use.

• Meeting room integration: by providing enterprise-level connectivity, Philips B-Line is Crestron Connected certified and compatible with Extron and Neets systems, making it easy to schedule content, manage settings and the ability to turn each screen on/off from a central location. Besides, Another of its advantages is that it allows you to quickly share wireless and wired content, reliable and secure from Apple devices, Windows, Android y Linux.

• Automatic switching between connected devices: Innovative HDMI Hotplug detection accommodates wired connections, with automatic switching between connected devices. This offers smoother and faster team sessions, without any technical distraction.