So, what is a panoramic display?
Panoramic displays are monitors which are slimmed down from the more common/standard 16:9 aspect ratio. These thinner displays fit in a wider range of spaces than their standard counterparts. Picture your average television — it probably wouldn’t fit above a door, would it? But a panoramic display of equal width to that TV might. Panoramic displays are perfect for these types of tight spaces (or areas where you prefer a more understated look that won’t take the wall over).
How is a panoramic display different than a stretch display?
They’re not. Different manufacturers use different names for this type of display. “Stretch” and “panoramic” are also the same as a “bar type” or “ultra-wide” display. Manufacturers may use different names, but at the end of the day, we’re all talking about the same thing.
![PA_scaled copy Multiple sizes of panoramic stretch Displays](https://gpodisplay.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/PA_scaled-copy.png)
Well then, what makes GPO Panoramic Displays different?
GPO display offers TAA-compliant and “secure-ready” displays. A display that is “secure-ready” features no near-field communications (NFC), WiFi, or network connectivity of any kind. Only the minimum non-volatile memory required to operate an LCD is included. (Check out a previous blog for more information on secure displays).
We offer panoramic displays (our PA series) with anti-glare treatment, optional touch function and custom design possibilities. We can customize housing with personalized graphics and colors along with company logos.
![PA front angled web Panoramic stretch display](https://gpodisplay.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/PA-front-angled-web-1.jpg)
8 places to put Panoramic displays
(and how to use them)
![Two panoramic displays two panoramic stretch displays. one on top with clocks and one with a skyscape on the bottom](https://gpodisplay.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/2_face-copy-1-e1665425422497.png)
Here are some ideas for how to use Panoramic Displays (in no particular order):
- Office buildings
- Use a Panoramic display as informational signage for employees or visitors
- Recognize the performance of an employee
- Broadcast company messages and scheduled events (typically larger displays, 37-50”)
- Show the progress of a department on a particular project or goal
- Place 27-37” Panoramic displays outside of a meeting room to show the room availability or the day’s schedule
- Dynamic exit/directional signage (typically 16-27”)
- Show static or interactive maps
- Retail spaces
- Advertise clothing on endcaps (37-50”)
- Show a sale on produce or other items in a grocery or convenience store
- Draw consumers’ attention to a new or featured vendor/product
- Menu signage for café’s and quick-service restaurants
- City counsel chambers
- Use smaller Panoramic displays (14-20”) as dynamic name plates
- Command & Control settings
- Use a PA as a world clock (48” is the most popular size for this)
- Subway/ train stations
- Ideal fit for ad space in train cars as they are a similar aspect ratio to existing signage
- Signage above information desk or ticket taker stations
- Emergency updates and late-breaking information about delays/schedule changes
- Airport signage
- Flight schedules & baggage claim carousel information
- Announcements and emergency messages
- Update check-in counter information
- Bus signs
- Route schedule updates and announcements
- Ad space and emergency messaging
- Banks
- Exhibit information on interest rate fluctuations
- Mini news/market update “tickers”
- Display changes in bank procedures/ new offers
For more information about GPO Displays panoramic offerings check out our page here or contact us.