Command and Control – Precision to rely on in an ever-changing world
Process control and monitoring as well as command and control functions are becoming increasingly complex and multifaceted. The volume, speed and diversity of information is growing in complexity all the time. Permanent situation control in real-time is of central importance in order to make the right decisions, within the shortest time, based on the available information.
The control room ensures centralised, seamless and efficient workflows where visual displays provide the vital interface to instantly access available data sources and must be perfectly optimised to support the operator. The selection of ideal-fit technology will demand careful consideration of the context and must provide the necessary flexibility as needs change in the future.
User-centred Application
From the transport sector including road and rail networks, airports, airlines and other distributed environments, to the energy sector including power generation and oil and gas as well as the chemicals industry and telecommunications; the data infrastructure needed to manage the control process and to ensure operational safety and efficiency is largely similar with three main areas of operation with varying visualisation requirements:
Mutual Situation Awareness
Demanding the largest digital canvas for mutual situational awareness, many teams and operators can manipulate multiple data sources, viewed simultaneously.
Areas and Teams Overview
Incident management rooms and breakout spaces require larger digital surfaces viewable by teams of operators to give a situational overview. Multi-usage, these rooms are also utilised as meeting and collaboration spaces with the facility to share information in real-time with remote team members.
Operational Details
Single workspaces for individuals managing operational detail alongside an overview of the common operational picture. The user may require a large surface to view multiple data sources with either a single large display or multiple displays on the desktop.
Reference Markets: From Energy to Emergency
Rapid decision making requires instant access to information with real-time, accurate, broad and varied data sources ensuring the best outcomes. Visualisation is the essential element for human perception and the visual representation and management of information is vital in maintaining smooth operation, pre-empting potential issues and reacting swiftly to incidents. The volume, speed and diversity of information is growing exponentially. The term widely used today: ‘Big Data’, not only means a huge volume of available information, but also clearly set targets, the latest technologies and the right processes in order to get the available data structured and analysed.
Transportation
airports, rail and metro operations, traffic, ATC
Security
transport, government (local and national), finance, site protection, police, fire and rescue services
Defence
military, operations monitoring, operational presentations, maritime operations
Utilities
electricity, gas, water, generation and distribution, oil extraction and processing, broadband, cyber protection, telecoms
Manufacturing
cars, programming, oil & gas, support monitoring, asset awareness, process control
Universities
presentations, security, research
Control Room Types
The decisions made in a control room environment might be business critical or even life changing. For Blue Light, emergency services and surveillance, conditions require the analysis of complex situations with operators challenged to identify the root causes of a given situation as quickly as possible. In the energy markets, business can be made or lost in seconds - immediate, accurate and clear visual access to any information brings competitive advantage in global business deals and protects assets and employees from risks and harm. For utility, aviation, railway, traffic, dispatch, haulage and manufacturing – any sector where the transportation of people or products is required, effective command and control scenarios are critical.
Different control room environments will have differing spaces and needs. The crucial component is the operator, who must be able to view and manage all data across all areas via a common, easy to use interface. System resilience and redundancy remain critical in an uncompromising 24/7 environment.
Business and Process Operation
Mostly data sources (data feeds, graphics and information) are used for business and process operations.
Monitoring and Surveillance
Surveillance is mostly done with cameras and/or sensors but may include linking to video management systems (VMS). Surveillance and Operations can require mixed sources.
Data Monitoring
Usually single, or very few sources, and used for in-depth source analysis. This requires the displays to match the source resolution and run in native resolution where possible so that data is not lost in scaling. The displays must be perfectly calibrated to deliver accurate colour, contrast, and brightness.
Remote Control and Live Operations
The remote control of live operations means remotely controlled systems. This requires high quality visuals usually in small numbers of camera sources. Examples are airport control tower operations, remote oil rig management or vessel control.
Training, Simulation and Augmented Reality
Characterised usually by one or few high-resolution sources allowing operator training or mission rehearsals as close to the real operation as possible.
Why Sharp/NEC?
Something Unique — an adaptable Technology for any Scenario
From huge visualisation surfaces to multiple desktop display installations for operator workspaces, to projection in breakout rooms, the full range of display technology is valued within the control room environment with source and content management and distribution providing the critical link. Scalable and flexible solutions bring future-oriented capability to adapt to changing needs.
Metal Chassis
Thermal Protection
Fire Safety
- Dependable reliability
- Trusted brand
- Global warranties
- Installation and managed services
- Service Plus program
- Long-life sustainability
- Integrated computing
The Sharp/NEC Advantage
- Colour management ensures a common colour performance on all displays. Sharp/NEC is the only manufacturer which can supply all displays from desktop to extra-large format situational overview, with accurate colour performance across the whole range.
- Fail-safe operation is fundamental for success in the no compromise control room environment whilst achieving a low operational cost and a low TCO overall. With redundant power supplies and data cards, Sharp/NEC’s high-end LCD and dvLED products are designed to provide comprehensive system redundancy, guaranteed for fail-safe operation. No surprises, just consistent, reliable performance.
- IP-based systems guarantee seamless user efficiency and flexibility.
- NaViSet Administrator 2 supports facilities management with preventative maintenance activities and proactive identification of potential equipment failures.
- Exceptional design and service features include 24/7 operational warranty, metal chassis, IoT sensors and thermal management.
- No compromise when it comes to quality, Sharp/NEC delivers continuously available visual performance for mission-critical 24/7 environments.
- Consultancy-based partnership approach allows Sharp/NEC to help you maximise the sustainability and efficiency of your investment.
Precision and Reliability
Safety and Security
Service Plus
Optional Warranty Extensions
Sharp/NEC offers tailored warranties to best match the demands of the application. Most Sharp/NEC products are available with standard and/or additional warranties incl. extended or customised warranties.
* on selected models
Optional Value Added Services
Sharp/NEC aims to take the pain out of installation, commissioning and running issues with hands-on support every step of the way. Our customers can take advantage of an extensive range of services.
Sharp NEC Display Solutions for all Requirements
Multiple Screens and Options for Information Transfer and Visualisation
With the widest portfolio of visualisation solutions on the market alongside a reputation for outstanding reliability and performance, Sharp/NEC is well placed as your trusted technology partner delivering robust control room solutions with specialised support tailored to mission-critical applications
Software Solutions for Content Management and Distribution
Hiperwall
The IP based video wall content and source management software is the preferred choice for mission critical applications such as control rooms to visualise vast amounts of information from multiple data sources via video walls, projection, large format displays and LED walls. Highest flexibility allows the operator to manipulate and visualise crucial real-time content.
Learn more about the benefits of Hiperwall
For small control rooms Sharp/NEC offers two entry packages as all-in-one solution - Hiperwall Essentials. More information.
NaViSet Administrator 2
Control, monitor and manage all display and projector devices across the network with NaViSet Administrator. Perform proactive diagnostics remotely, improving efficiency, reducing cost and minimising downtime. NaViSet Administrator provides unified control and asset management across product lines through an intuitive graphical user interface and allows for settings to be updated, tasks to be queried and reports to be generated for Sharp and NEC products.
Expand this support via NaViSet Server Edition by providing enterprise level display management such as multi-user support with secured communication and logging by running as an on-premises server with remote access.
- multi-user support with secured communications and logging
- a browser-based interface aimed at mobile devices for management on the go
- REST API support for interfacing with other applications and management systems
- support for secure access to remote devices on other networks via the Internet
Training and Live Demos around EMEA
Sharp/NEC offers showrooms in 6 countries. Get in touch with us to arrange a training or live demo.
Germany Munich (Headquarter), Schwanstetten (LED Solutions Center)
Italy Milan
Spain Madrid
Sweden Stockholm
UAE Dubai
UK London
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Video and Film Clips
Hiperwall – Unlimited Scalability and Flexibility for mission-critical Visualisation
Demonstrating powerful Hiperwall IP-distributed software, Massimo Gaetano, Sharp/NEC’s Software Program Manager, talks through the key features of the latest version.
Airport Operational Control Centre with Hiperwall
Simplifying and consolidating the control room environment with Sharp/NEC’s Hiperwall system brings airport operators the flexibility and scalability they need to maintain a reliable, future proof and user-centric operation.
Sharp NEC Display Solutions - Quality Makes the Difference
A simple comparison of product specifications does not tell the full story – Sharp/NEC offers something different. Find out how we stand above the crowd and why choosing to partner with Sharp NEC Display Solutions is a smart choice.
Sharp/NEC ISE Hiperwall Booth Tour
Our Software Program Manager, Massimo Gaetano, takes you on a 360° tour through our exhibition booth at ISE. We put Hiperwall in the spotlight, centrally driving content to the majority of the displays and projectors on our stand.