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Factors to consider when selecting interactive displays for your planning environment

Nialli™ Visual Planner is a visual collaboration tool designed for teams to plan together — whether they’re in the same room or working remotely. While the application can run on various devices, this guide focuses specifically on interactive displays, which are the centerpiece of the Big Room planning experience. 

Interactive displays enable multitouch and multiuser collaboration, allowing multiple team members to interact with the board simultaneously. Choosing the right display ensures smooth performance, intuitive interaction and a productive planning environment. 

Why the right display matters 

Nialli Visual Planner is optimized for use on large-format interactive displays in collaborative spaces. These displays are used in: 

  • Construction site trailers
  • Planning rooms
  • Engineering review spaces
  • Executive boardrooms 

To get the best experience, especially in a Big Room setting, the display must meet certain performance and usability standards. 

Display requirements for a great experience 

Here are the minimum recommended specifications for interactive displays: 

Display quality 

  • Resolution: Minimum 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) for sharp visuals at any distance.
  • Brightness: At least 350 nits to ensure visibility in well-lit rooms.
  • Size: Minimum 65". Larger sizes like 75" or 86" are ideal for group collaboration.
  • Aspect ratio: Standard 16:9 is recommended; 21:9 ultrawide is great for accommodating more simultaneous users.
  • Contrast ratio: Minimum 1000:1 for clear differentiation between light and dark areas. 

Touch specifications 

Touch capability is central to the Visual Planner experience. Here’s what to look for: 

Multitouch support: The display should support simultaneous multiple touches. This allows several users to interact with the board at the same time — ideal for collaborative planning. 

Tool differentiation: The display should be able to recognize different input types — such as a pen, finger or eraser — without the need to press a button or do a similar action. 

Palm reject: Similar to tool differentiation, the display should be able to ignore a palm being placed on the screen when writing.  

Touch accuracy: The display specifications should provide a measurement of how close the finger or pen needs to be to the intended touchpoint. 

Environmental considerations 

If the interactive display will be used in rugged environments — such as on construction sites, on manufacturing floors or in temporary field offices — it’s important to consider durability and protection. 

Understanding IP ratings 

The Ingress protection (IP) rating tells you how well a device is protected against dust and water. It uses two numbers: 

  • The first number (0–6) indicates protection from dust.
  • The second number (0–9) indicates protection from water. 

Examples: 

  • IP10: Basic protection against large solid objects and no water resistance.
  • IP65: Fully dust-tight and protected against water jets.
  • IP67: Fully dust-tight and can be temporarily submerged in water. 

For rugged environments, look for displays rated IP65 or higher. If the display itself doesn’t meet this rating, you can use a protective enclosure to shield it from dust, moisture and physical damage. 

Ruggedized displays vs. enclosures 

  • Ruggedized displays are built to withstand harsh conditions and may include reinforced glass, sealed ports and shock-resistant frames.
  • Protective enclosures are external cases that wrap around standard displays to provide environmental protection. 

Choose the option that best fits your deployment scenario and budget. 

Choosing the right computer to power the display 

While the display is the focal point, it will need a capable computer to run Visual Planner smoothly. Here are recommendations based on room size and use case: 

Use case 1 — small room or jobsite 

Ideal for internal planning sessions with minimal external collaboration. 

Recommended setup: 
  • Display: Single 65" screen
  • Computer specs:
    • Intel® Core™ i3 or AMD Ryzen™ 3 processor
    • 8 GB RAM (16 GB recommended)
    • Windows® 11 or macOS® 15 
  • Additional: Ruggedized display or enclosure if used on a jobsite

Use case 2 — medium room with remote collaboration 

Designed for planning sessions and remote meetings with multiple participants. 

Recommended setup: 
  • Display: Single 86" screen
  • Computer specs:
    • Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor
    • 16 GB RAM
    • Windows 11 or macOS 15
    • Alternatively, a Microsoft® Teams Room compute device
  • Additional equipment:
    • Camera: Wide-angle or tracking camera (brands: Lenovo, PTZOptics, Lumens, Sony, AVer)
    • Audio: Nureva® system or alternatives from Polycom, Bose, Shure, etc. 

Use case 3 — large room for planning and engineering reviews 

Perfect for executive-level meetings and engineering design reviews. 

Recommended setup: 
  • Display: Dual 105" ultrawide screens
  • Computer specs:
    • Intel Core i7 or AMD Ryzen 7 processor
    • 32 GB RAM
    • Windows 11 or macOS 15
    • NVIDIA® or AMD workstation graphics card (for CAD apps like AutoCAD or Autodesk Fusion)
  • Additional equipment:
    • Multiple cameras with location tracking
    • Walk up and use (WUAU) and bring your own device (BYOD) support from Logitech, Crestron or Extron
    • Advanced audio processing via DSP or mixers

🔌Connectivity tips 

When setting up the display and computer, consider the following: 

  • Video cables: HDMI/DisplayPort maximum length is 7 m (23') without extenders.
  • Audio cables: Balanced audio can run up to 200'. Use amplifiers for longer distances.
  • USB cables: The USB 2.0 maximum length is 5 m and the USB 3.0 maximum length is 3 m. Use extenders from Icron, Crestron or Extron.
  • Network cables: CAT5 can run up to 300' before needing a switch.