In common with most modern sporting venues, LED technology is an essential part of Arena Larvik's plans. The contract was won by displayLED following a comprehensive tender and selection process in the face of fierce competition from other LED manufacturers.
The LED display systems comprise: Two screens, each measuring 23sq.m, using indoor Ti16S - 16mm pitch SMD digiTILE; Two fixed banners systems measuring 20 and 8 linear metres, and a 70 linear metre 16mm pitch portable banner that can be moved to different locations and reformatted into a conventional video screen for indoor and outdoor use. The portable banner uses digiLED's latest LED technology- domeLED.
The whole system is controlled by digiSPORT, the digiLED content engine and sports scoring system that is used in many leading sports venues around the world. Over the last three months displayLED's Matt Hassock has worked closely with the operators of the Arena to tailor digiSPORT's customisable platform for each of the sports that will be played.
For each installation and sport the digiSPORT software package is customised to offer a bespoke solution allowing each venue to have full control over the way they deliver their match day media. Hassock has developed the software further to provide scoring, messaging and video output for up to 6 different sports with multiple wireless touch screens and scoreboard controls.
The digiTILE system was carefully selected following in-depth discussions with the Norwegian Handball Association (NHA), venue managers and Media System a/s. The off-angle viewing of the 16mm outdoor digiTILE T16H system played a big factor in the decision making.
"The very low power consumption was another factor that impressed the NHA when comparing it to similar products from other manufacturers. And as the weight of one module (0.72sq.m) is less than 30kg handling and transportation will be so much easier." comments Jan Åge Andreasen, managing director of Media System a/s.
"We are very proud to have won this complex installation project. The client recognised the qualities and potential of the digiTILE series from the outset. We are delighted that they have chosen what will soon be the new standard in LED displays for arenas in this region", commented Jens Schelde, sales manager at displayLED, Copenhagen.
(Jim Evans)
