Borg Displays - Embedded Controllers

New smaller 8" platform -Pro8lt rocks now for less

2011-12-02T05:21:00.000-08:00

Yep it's official we have a new, smaller 8" format with a clean button-less bezel as well as no speaker, mic or status light. Running the über-affordable geode processor and XPe OS this rocks any world. Taking orders for immediate delivery now.

PoE made simple on all Protege displays

2011-11-01T20:14:00.000-07:00

Even though only the Pro4 and Pro6 have embedded Power over Ethernet splitters, and thus make it a simple one-wire run from a utility area to the display - NOW Pro8, Pro8a/w, Pro10a/w can also easily be professionally installed using simple CAT5e and PoE injector and splitters. What are the specifics?

See below for specs. USE the 802.3at models for larger displays.

PoE Voltage Source Gear Requirement (IMPORTANT):

IEEE Std. 802.3af limits PSE power delivery to <13W at PD input (Type 1 PD). Pro4, Pro6

IEEE Std. 802.3at allows for 13W-25W power levels (Type 2 PD). Pro8, Pro8a/w, Pro10

See the Power Consumption Specs on the website or call/email a wizard for more info.

Integrated Usability Wizard - Here's to Jobs!

2011-10-06T08:59:00.000-07:00

We believe his greatest accomplishment is the maniacal attention devoted to usability - without which we are stuck with just hardware as has been the case for decades with others - think MOT, Nokia, MSFT and others. And on top of this - Integrated Usability - with is the killer app, BTW - binding apps with other apps and hardware itself. A truly holistic (and refreshing) approach that obvious hit the ball out of the park. Thank you Steve for not leading via democracy!

Domestic US energy self sufficiency?

2011-08-28T08:29:00.001-07:00

Since Protege is energy efficient we thought it worthwhile to chime in and say "YES" and we have ideas on how within 10 years. 4 simple steps:
1 Embrace conservation via higher gas taxes. 2 Use taxes to vastly improve ALL modes of efficient transport. 3 Embrace plentiful CNG and convert most and al new coal utilities to gas. 4 Oil is by far the most powerful and portable commodity for energy and cheap materials. Get with it and lessen DC hassling. Already regulated to max and generating 000's of jobs. Buzzkill not welcome. Nukes? Yes we need them long term. Look to France.

Integration is the killer app

2011-08-07T10:36:00.001-07:00

App like applying integrated systems as a solution. That is, after all, most pros namesake. Protege can help. Without the need for a binding GUI, Protege can launch/toggle multiple apps like Comm+Content+Control on one reliable, affordable platform

Power misers

2011-08-02T09:08:00.001-07:00

All Protege controllers use less than a 30W bulb and generally less than 20W! That's 10% of a power sucking PC!

IComm VoIP lives!

2011-07-29T20:35:00.001-07:00

It's back and it's bad. The innovative digital intercom is back in Beta and very feature rich. Station to station. To SIP phone. To doorstation.

Would you take a beefy 747 from Paris to Nice?

2011-06-11T16:00:00.001-07:00

Then why subject yourself to a PC when efficient purposed Protege will do...and do longer, better and cheaper.

Uber cool Protege21 intro price offer!

2011-06-10T11:46:00.001-07:00

Yes this new, larger unit is only $1999 thru July 15! But don't wait...be the first on your block.

Automated Logic support

2011-06-05T19:39:00.000-07:00

Tested now with WebCTRL software on Protege.

Placeshifting?

2011-05-17T17:58:00.000-07:00

Big word for streaming TV to your Protege via Slingbox, Vulkano, Boxee or other apps. Cool.

More New Support - CBus

2011-05-17T17:55:00.000-07:00

Yes Cbus HomeGate and Scheduler can leverage Protege. As also we suspect QSC Audio, and a host of other PC-centric apps.

Control4 MyHome support

2011-04-29T16:34:00.001-07:00

Now tested and compliant on all Intel Atom (8a, etc). Simply download the free Adobe Air app and upload MyHome. Very cool and great where you need larger screens!

New 21" 16:9 wide format controller

2011-04-18T12:13:00.001-07:00

Borg introduces our largest interactive controller yet. The new affordable 21" is super bright, includes a steel bbox, VESA mountable, and ready for whatever software you need to run with our unique button integration applet.

Tips n Tricks

2011-04-16T17:09:00.001-07:00

Need more ideas on how to WOW?
- Stream TV to Protege using Slingbox, etc.
- Monitor the room remotely using the webcam.
- Add Google Sidebar content widgets to the 16:9 Protege. Very cool
- Skype? Yes it works on Atom units.

New Button Agent - Content Mgr!

2011-03-31T10:54:00.001-07:00

The new screen saver offers optional photo scrolling with MP3's and then optional localized content - weather, news tickers, calendar, clock. Very cool. Control+Content+Communication+Carbon Mgmt

AutoMated Logic Support

2011-03-23T20:45:00.001-07:00

And so will the WebCTRL software from building auto wizard Automation Logic.

Control4 MyHome Support

2011-03-23T20:44:00.001-07:00

Yep, now the MyHome application will run on all Atom-based platforms. Have at it.

Screen saver pix and more -

2011-03-09T19:49:00.001-08:00

New Button Monitor 4.01 features two very cool enhancements - first an auto update feature so you never have to manually update the applet. Second a digital photo frame including local weather, pix locally and stored on a server/PC. Sweet.

New and Different? Whatever you want...

2011-03-05T12:45:00.001-08:00

If we don't already have what you need in our flexible in-wall controllers/signage platforms and our Micro-OEM Program still doesn't solve it - then let us build it for you. We will quote to your specs adn help you with this process AND you will be amazed how affordable it is. Otherwise enjoy Protege in-wall platforms as they are today!

Borg Micro-OEM Program released

2011-02-13T09:03:00.001-08:00

Use it and abuse it.

http://borgdisplays.com/uploads/Borg_Displays_OEM_Program.pdf

Shake it UP!

2011-01-15T11:54:00.000-08:00

auto(maton) wizards what gets your blood flowing? Integration is the killer app.

Borg shown in Worthington booth #21565 as part of the eHX show at CES.

2011-01-04T20:04:00.001-08:00

See Protege in action at CES.

Optimal Interfaces?

2011-01-03T11:17:00.001-08:00

Think thin - think usability - think design because it counts