November 5th 2015
In the images above we show how one can use affordable, linux-based computers such as the renowned Raspberry Pi (displayed in top image) to create IPTV services that minimise costs to customers. These small, intelligent devices can even interface with Patient Remote Control Handsets, allowing users to utilise the interactive functionality made possible with Smart TV Solutions - menu ordering, patient surveys, web browsing, video on demand, etc. This is made possible by utilising media player software such a Kodi.
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August 31st 2015
The above two menu screens serve as an example of how one might design their IPTV homepage. The System in using Macnetix software to create the interactive IPTV Menu. The two menu screens displayed both share the same layout, however this layout can be programmed/edited as required. Standard factory-issued remote control handsets are not necessary to control the interactive menu. In particular healthcare environments where such handsets may be considered impractical, Linkvue's Patient Media Inteface and Handset can be used to control the IPTV functions.
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August 21st 2015
The left photo shows Linkvue's Assistant Engineer, Swar, programming Kempsey Hospital’s new IPTV Patient Entertainment System. The Hospital’s antennae is connected to a Streamer (the black box with the blue light below Swar’s hand) which is then programmed through his laptop. Here Swar is testing the IPTV system, by connecting an Ethernet cable into a Samsung Smart Hospitality TV. As you can see the signal is being received successfully by the networked display unit. The bottom right image shows the same Samsung Smart Hospitality TV hanging in a patient room. The TV’s Mirror functioning has been enabled, allowing our Engineer to display his phone’s music player on the big screen.
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August 7th 2015
Linkvue Creates media material for informational, advertising and entertainment purposes. Keep patients and visitors informed during their stay, by broadcasting these presentations to specific locations throughout the campus. Both outdoor and indoor digital signage solutions are available, and can include Live Feeds and Touch Screen options. You can also broadcast this material through Hospital Television and Entertainment Systems, providing each bed with access to your media content.
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July 31st 2015
In Partnership with Macnetix GmbH of Berlin, Germany. Linkvue Communications is offering IPTV solutions that utilise Macnetix's German engineered hardware and software solutions to integrate Samsung (shown above) and LG Hospitality TV's with Linkvue's Interactive Patient Media Interface. This system is fully compatible with most commonly used Nurse Call systems, including Austco, and grants users the full potential of Smart TV applications from the comfort of their hospital bed. System Infrastructure is monitored from Macnetix's headquarters in Berlin, 24/7, to ensure that the upmost quality of technical support and care is provided.
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July 27th 2015
The limits of today’s sophisticated mobile devices are endless. Media Streaming, Video Games, Cloud-Based Storage, Social Media and Communication Services, Interactive Apps – Most of our entertainment and communication needs are delivered straight to the palm of our hand. We can use the wide accessibility of handheld smart devices to ensure the utmost quality of patient care is provided at our healthcare facilities. Allow patients the freedom to utilise the full potential of their own smart technology, by providing a High Speed Internet service tailored to the needs your facility.
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July 13th 2015
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A stroll through one of the world’s largest electronics expos – The 2015 HKTDC Electronics and ICT Fair. Thousands of exhibitors congregate at these colossal international events to display the leading developments of the technological world. The electronics and telecommunications industry's most innovative and evolved ideas engineered into practical market solutions. Our Chief Engineers at Linkvue attend the Hong Kong and China trade shows twice annually, exploring new ways to implement these latest ideas into affordable entertainment-information systems for our patients in healthcare facilities.
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March 2nd 2015
Visitor, Patient, and Staff Information, Advertising, Touch Screen, Directory/Map, and Design and Entertainment Solutions. All available with the Digital Signage systems that Linkvue provides. Our solutions utilise Macnetix, BrightSign and Samsung software and hardware solutions to integrate with Coax and IP infrastructure to distribute media content throughout your organisation. Remote-Access capabilities allows designated personnel the freedom to edit playlist content from allocated devices. We also employ Graphic Design and Communications services to provide media content for the Health Districts.
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January 15th 2015
Testing the Remote Access functions of a Samsung Hospitality TV HG32AC690 in the factory setting. On the laptop you can see this solution utilising Macnetix's Open App TV software to manage the content and functionality distributed to the Smart Television. System Configuration, Content Management, TV/Radio, VoD and additional settings and extras can be controlled and monitored through this portal. The system can also be extended to accommodate for Intelligent Home solutions, allowing remote regulation of automated home features such as smart blinds and shutters, lighting and temperature.
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January 4th 2015
One sample of our latest models of Interactive Patient Handsets engineered in-house at Linkvue's headquarters. The Handset exists as part of a Patient Media Interface which allows users to communicate with intelligent, interactive IP based Patient Entertainment Systems. Interactive functionality enables patients to access the sophisticated solutions offered by Smart Hospitality TV's - Patient Surveys and Menu Ordering, Web Browsing, VoD, Apps, and much more. This particular handset is programmed to communicate with Samsung's latest range of Smart Hospitality TVs, you can find more information about this range at http://www.samsung.com/us/business/displays/hospitality-tvs/
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