NEC Display Solutions of America has updated its Q series of dvLED (direct view LED) display lineup. The next generation, NEC Q Series II, dubbed Q2, will improve on its predecessor with higher quality images and an extended lifespan.

Improvements in image quality include more displayable colors and a higher refresh rate (≥2880 Hz), thanks to new LEDs used in the Q2’s construction. This results in excellent color reproduction with wide viewing angles. It is rated for a lifespan of 100,000 hours of continuous operation. The ability to service the unit from either the front or rear makes installation and placement a simple process. The 500mm square cabinets can be scaled to any size and gives customers or integrators creative flexibility in designing the arrangement for their displays.

The Q2 is a full product line upgrade with multiple pixel pitch options for both indoor and outdoor models. Indoor panels are available in 2.8mm and 3.9mm, and outdoor panels are available in 2.8mm, 3.9mm, and for extended viewing distances, 4.8mm.

The Q2 is capable of producing extraordinarily bright images, 1200 nits for the indoor models and up to 5000 nits for the outdoor models. This makes them suitable for indoor and outdoor locations that receive a high amount of ambient light, including direct sunlight.

The outdoor models are particularly resilient and have an IP65 rating, meaning it is dust tight and can resist jets of water, and it can operate in temperatures between minus 22 degrees and 122 degrees Fahrenheit. This resistance against the elements negates the need for an enclosure, allowing the display to shine to its maximum potential.

The combined brightness and durability of the Q2 will appeal to customers who need signage in brightly lit areas, such as airport terminals, outdoor transit stations, entertainment venues and arenas, and retailers looking for outdoor signage.

The Q2 will also serve well in the AV rental market, due to the Q2’s easy snap assembly and breakdown for brightly lit trade shows and other events.

The Q2 series is backed by NEC Display’s reputation for service and support. The Q2 series comes with a 2 year standard warranty with the option to extend. NEC Display offers additional services such as site evaluations and professional installation to ensure the display solution is properly implemented.

PMA Research, the sales data experts for large-screen displays, continues to report on the remarkable sales growth of Direct View LED displays through both the Pro AV dealer and distribution channels in North America.