sshank
sshank September 22, 2011 20:56

Vertical mounting of flat panels: Can it be done with any type of panel, or do we need to be careful?

Is there an up-to-date list of the preferred and best-priced panels for digital signage? I haven't really been able to find good guidelines for this. I expect that Plasma is not as good a choice as LCD (burn in, weight), but what about vertical vs horizontal mounting issues?

I suspect we should ensure that the panel we choose has been tested in a vertical position for an extended period of time. I imagine there are thermal and ventilation (heat dissipation) issues, and perhaps structural integrity issues to think about.

Does anyone have a "favorite" one they have been using, that works well vertically and is not entirely too expensive?
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    Aaron September 23, 2011 17:16
    Portrait vs. Landscape is a good question.

    I would say it all depends on the manufacturer and the model of display. We tend to recommend and use NEC and have used both the P-Series (professional/commercial) and the E-Series (consumer/semi-pro). On their site they give whether it is landscape only or if it can be oriented portrait. In my experience the P-Series can do both as it has a more solid chassis and better ventilation/fans. The E-Series should not be set for portrait, i don't know if it is exactly because of chassis and ventilation or if it is due to the fact that it has Built-in speakers along the bottom of the display, which when turned portrait would offset the display.

    I think it is similar for LG and Samsung as well.

    I think overall its best to check the specs on each display to determine the best make/model.
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    alex September 23, 2011 22:29
    @sshank, I agree with Aaron on this one. You'll literally need to check the specs on each display model to make sure they have portrait capabilities.

    That being said, most medium/higher level commercial monitors (for example, the NEC V-series or P-Series or X-Series) are ready and set for portrait orientation.
    It's always best to call the manufacturer or go to their website to check display orientations.

    In terms of pricing, there's lots of A/V distributors out there that can provide you with full price lists. Or you can always buy displays right online, but I don't fully recommend this unless you have a lot of trust for that vendor.
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