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We have a Multiscreen platform at our Central library, but have been informed that Multiscreen have now gone out of business. We are reviewing our options for continuing this provision. Best wishes John John Smith Information Manager Environment and Regeneration Islington Library and Heritage Services Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent London N5 1PF t: 020 7527 6922 f: 020 7527 6926 m. 07826904483 e: [log in to unmask] alternative contact: Colin Spence 020 7527 6923 www.islington.gov.uk -----Original Message----- From: lis-pub-libs: UK Public Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Spackman, Katharine - Social & Community Services Sent: 11 August 2010 16:42 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Re: Plasma screens in libraries - electronic noticeboards Oxfordshire Libraries uses Multiscreen in Oxford Central Library. Our plans to extend this elsewhere are currently on hold. A further alternative that I heard of recently was running things on a digital photo frame. Apologies, but I can't remember which library service this was. It sounds like a flexible, low cost solution. Katharine Spackman Principal Librarian Information Services Community Services Oxfordshire County Council Tel: 01865 810210 Mob: 07827 823350 e-mail: [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- From: lis-pub-libs: UK Public Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Mike Walter Sent: 11 August 2010 16:26 To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Plasma screens in libraries - electronic noticeboards I would be grateful to learn from other library services who make use of plasma or LCD screens to display information in their libraries i.e notices about events in libraries or in the local community and also local council websites. My limited research so far suggests that systems fall into 2 categories; 1) the cheap and cheerful using a PC or laptop plugged into a large TV or monitor with internet access and running powerpoint pages to display local information 2) bespoke and expensive systems with all the bells & whistle - split screens, moving banners etc. These systems seem to involve annual service charges which we would not be able to fund. We are hoping for the simplicity & cost of a DIY solution but hopefully with a few extra facilities in particular the ability to run a ticker-tape style banner across the bottom of the screen which can be updated on the fly , such as " Local Studies event begins in 30min" The system needs to be managed locally (at each library) rather than centrally. Any bought in or bespoke system must have zero or minimal running costs as there will be no revenue funding for the project. I would be grateful to hear about equipment & software being used and how it is set up and managed. 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