If you are considering buying LED video panels for the first time and are not familiar with this technology, you will be finding it difficult to choose the most suitable model. There are models on the market with very different qualities and specifications, which adds complexity to this issue.
From ALFALITE we want to provide a series of guidelines to help you in your decision-making process of buying an LED screen. What should you consider before the acquisition?
Top Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying Your LED Display
Indoor or outdoor use
Depending on the environment in which you want to use your LED screen, you will need to choose an indoor or outdoor model. The basic differences between one and the other are the protection against water and dust (IP protection level) and the brightness level. Remember that while it is true that an outdoor screen can also be used inside buildings, the same is not true the other way around.
How to use
As you well know, LED video panels have endless applications; You should first consider whether you need to use them in a fixed installation or, on the contrary, on a rental basis in non-permanent installations. The type of chassis of the panels is differentiated by weight, robustness or ease of installation and mechanical calibration elements, factors that you should take into account when choosing your panel.
Exposure to sunlight
It is vitally important to think about whether the LED display is going to receive direct sunlight; A panel with low luminosity in such circumstances would show washed-out or dull colors. If you anticipate that your panels will operate in these conditions (either outdoors or indoors behind a display case), find out about the brightness per square meter of your screen, measured in nits or candela.
Viewing Distance
Try to estimate what is the minimum distance at which your audience will see your LED screen. The aim of this technology is for viewers to see a uniform and consistent image, but without seeing the pixels that make it up. Ask for a lower pixel pitch for short distances, or a larger pixel pitch for long distances and larger screens.
Resolution
This is a factor closely related to the distance between pixels, since the smaller the pixel pitch, the higher the resolution of your screen. It’s a good idea to make sure that your panels have a minimum resolution both horizontally and vertically, otherwise your images and content could look distorted or unrealistic.
It’s also a factor to consider if you’re planning to display very detailed or small text content.
Environmental Demands
Another prominent factor is the complexity of the environment where the LED screen works, depending on both the rest of the AV equipment with which it must work and the sound and lighting conditions.
In certain work environments, it is important that your panels have a low noise level, both acoustic and electrical. Panels such as Micropix ensure a high standard of quality, thanks to the absence of fans and the use of the best power supplies on the market.
Service
Last but not least, make sure of your supplier’s technical competence and level of corporate responsibility. At ALFALITE we have a high degree of commitment to our customers; From us you will receive not only spare parts, but also a quick repair and 24-hour support for our customers.
