Computing Solutions
Scalable and future-proof
Sharp/NEC’s Computing portfolio provides a wide range of smart and seamless connection between source and display to deliver powerful, tailored and future proof digital signage and presentations.
Fully embedded computing devices or media players make digital signage simpler, more flexible and more energy efficient without the need for additional cables or hardware, thus reducing waste and costs.
Slot-In Options make digital signage simpler and more flexible without additional cables or devices.
Benefits
- Easy Installation
- High Flexibility
- Low TCO
- Simplified Usage
- Safe Investment
Available Solutions
- OPS Slot-in PCs
- SDM Slot-in PCs
- Raspberry Pi Compute Modules
- SDM Interface Boards (HDBaseT, 12G SDI, USB-C, more to come)
Are you ready for the world of open platform displays?
Open modular slot-in products are either embedded in the computing slot or are integrated into them. They offer an interchangeable selection of solutions including computing technology, media playback and signal distribution (e.g. AVoverIP) for unlimited versatility.
Should future demands change, the integrated module can be upgraded or re-configured accordingly without having to replace the display.
Choose Your Performance Level - Don’t replace, just upgrade!
Computing Essential - for basic signage and wireless presenting applications.
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Computing Midrange - showing value with computing solutions for 4K video and dynamic content.
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Computing Advanced - entertain with computing solutions for dynamic signage, video walls, kiosk applications and control rooms (Hiperwall).
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Computing Enterprise - unified communication and interaction in collaborative meeting rooms.
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Benefits
Easy Installation
Sharp/NEC computing solutions are simply slotted into the display for a fully integrated solution making external mounting obsolete.
It's an elegant, unobtrusive, cable-free solution with internal connection for power, video, audio and RS-232 control.
High Flexibility
Sharp/NEC option slot products offer an interchangeable selection of solutions including computing technology, signal distribution, media playback and wireless data transmission.
The embedded solution enables compatible displays and projectors to be upgraded to a tailor-made solution which matches the specific demands of any vertical sector such as Aviation and Transportation, Corporate, Education, Energy and Utility, Retail and Signage.
Low TCO and long-life Serviceability
Industrial and embedded components lower the demand on power usage resulting in significant energy savings and a longer product lifecycle compared to consumer products. Sharp/NEC’s commitment to the highest quality standards and meticulous selection of industrial grade components ensures low failure rates and suitability for 24/7 applications.
Should a failure occur, the embedded unit is easily swapped out without having to replace the entire display. Both the display and the embedded module is covered under 3 year warranty with additional exchange service within EMEA.
Simplified Usage
There is a single point of contact for service and maintenance. A Sharp/NEC display or projector that incorporates an option board will have matching warranties and one service contact.
If a slot-in product requires servicing or upgrade, it can be easily removed leaving the display or projector fully operational.
The Standalone Adapter even allows the slot-in product to be tested without installing it first.
Safe Investment
Infrastructure and design will sustain over a long lifecycle, meaning usage can continue even as the display or projector is upgraged. Industrial grade components ensure low failure rates and suitability for 24/7 applications.
Additionally, the 3 years warranty is valid not only for the display and projector but also for the embedded computing solution.
Computing Solutions - Portfolio 
OPS Slot-in Computing
Slot-in options based on OPS, the “Open pluggable Specification”, comply with the first industry-wide digital signage standard; OPS slot-In options feature an interchangeable selection of computing power for media playback as well as signal distribution systems.
Intel® Smart Display Module (Intel®SDM)
A natural evolution from the previously used OPS (Open Pluggable Specification) interface, Sharp/NEC has adopted the new, fully future-proof Intel® Smart Display Module. Delivering the same level of intelligence and interoperability, but in a smaller form factor and with no housing, the small and large size Intel®SDM modules seamlessly integrate into the latest generation of NEC Large Format Displays. Supporting higher resolutions and higher bandwidth, the Intel®SDM architecture supports even greater performance levels and superb reality-like content playback.
Raspberry Pi Compute Modules
Open and modular, the power of the Raspberry compute module is fully accessible to fit individual usage needs. Seamless, embedded intelligence empowers smart connection to the Internet of Things (IoT) for digital signage as well as for presentation use. Integrators benefit from the vast number of already available open-source solutions supporting a broad range of operating systems, users benefit from direct user access to various third-party Content Management Systems through Sharp/NEC’s partnerships with leading software providers.
Pre-installed on the Raspberry Pi Compute Module with the modular MPi4 NEC MediaPlayer Kit, it has never been easier to create intuitive signage content straight out of the box.
Slot-in Interfaces
Open modular slot-in options from Sharp/NEC offer an interchangeable selection of solutions including computing technology, media playback and signal distribution (e.g. AVoverIP) for unlimited versatility.
Application usage can be extended through the integration of connectivity standards such as HDBaseT or SDI, widening the performance level of the display.
The embedded solution enables the displays to be enhanced to a custom-made solution which matches the specific demands of any application. Should future demands change, the integrated module can be upgraded or re-configured accordingly without having to replace the display.