Macropix delivered a high-impact visual project for the Multisala OZ in Brescia, one of the most popular cinema complexes in the area. The goal was to enhance the venue’s external communication through a large outdoor LED screen capable of capturing attention and showcasing the cinema’s programming. The LED display was wall-mounted on the main façade of the building, in a strategic position designed to maximize visibility for both pedestrian flows and vehicular traffic, turning the cinema’s communication into a true urban landmark.
Technical details
The entire project was developed using a rigorous engineering approach, carefully addressing every structural and mechanical aspect to ensure high performance and safe integration in an outdoor environment. To achieve excellent image quality in relation to the impressive size of the display, covering nearly 25 square meters in total, a 5.7 mm pixel pitch was selected.
- Pixel pitch: 5.7 mm
- Dimensions: 8,640 × 2,880 mm
- Resolution: 1,512 × 504 pixels
- Custom mechanical design to ensure stability, weather resistance, and ease of installation
- Comprehensive structural report to verify load resistance and guarantee full compliance with safety standards
These technical choices resulted in a solid, high-performance system designed for continuous operation under variable outdoor conditions. The screen’s graphic definition also ensures excellent content visibility even at relatively close viewing distances.
Benefits for the client
The installation has transformed the visual communication of the Multisala OZ, delivering clear and immediately tangible benefits:
- Greater visibility for movie schedules and promotional content
- Strong visual impact thanks to the large surface area and high brightness of the display
- Real-time content updates, improving communication with the audience
- Reinforcement of the cinema’s image as a modern, technology-driven venue
- Increased attractiveness and higher audience engagement, even from long distances
Product used: Signum-FS series
The SIGNUM-FS model is one of the most advanced outdoor solutions in the Macropix portfolio, engineered to deliver outstanding performance, maximum robustness, and industry-leading energy efficiency. Designed for high-impact outdoor applications, it combines a die-cast aluminum structure, cableless technology, and extremely high protection standards, ensuring stability, long-term durability, and superior return on investment.
Design and reliability features
SIGNUM-FS is designed to operate without compromise in complex outdoor environments, where resistance, sealing, and reliability are essential. The die-cast aluminum structure and integrated protection systems allow the display to withstand extreme weather conditions while maintaining high performance. Key features include:
1. Extreme protection and environmental resistance
- IP68 front and IP66 rear ratings for total protection against water and dust
- Sealed die-cast aluminum frame with waterproof connectors
- Integrated drainage holes to prevent water accumulation
- Operating temperature range from –30°C to +65°C without forced ventilation
- Fire resistance certified up to level 5VB
2. Heat dissipation and structural design
- Fully aluminum LED modules and boards for superior thermal management
- Dedicated heat sinks and rear cooling fins to optimize heat dissipation
- Cableless technology with rigid, protected board-to-board connections
- Cable routing housed at the bottom of the panel for improved order and safety
3. Rigorous reliability testing
- Advanced environmental tests: immersion, humidity, and salt fog
- Thermal shock testing for 500 hours between –40°C and +125°C
- HALT testing up to –60°C, +120°C, and 45G vibration
- Visual performance and technological advantages
SIGNUM-FS is engineered to deliver consistently sharp, bright, and high-contrast images regardless of ambient lighting conditions. Its high brightness and integrated energy-saving technologies strike the ideal balance between visual quality and optimized power consumption. Key highlights:
1. High-level visual performance
- Brightness up to 10,000 nits, ideal for direct sunlight
- Extremely high contrast ratio of 16,000:1
- 3,840 Hz refresh rate for stable, smooth images
- Brightness adjustable across 256 levels with no loss of quality
2. Energy-saving technology
- CCES common-cathode LEDs for reduced power consumption
- Ekoled 4-Leaf technology, delivering up to 40% energy savings compared to competitors
- Optimized power supply system to reduce operating costs and thermal losses
- Operational and economic advantages
SIGNUM-FS is not just a high-performance outdoor display; it is a platform designed to simplify management, reduce operating costs, and provide a safe, long-term investment. Simplified maintenance, modularity, and extended component lifespan make it a strategic choice. Key advantages include:
1. Maintenance and flexibility
- Front and rear access via key, with no screws or magnets
- Interchangeable LED modules with different pixel pitches
- Ability to create curved or angled screens up to 90°
- Creative solutions for anamorphic 3D effects
2. Sustainability and longevity
- Up to 90% recyclable structure thanks to die-cast aluminum
- Long operational lifespan: maintains 7,000 nits for 5 years starting from 10,000 nits
- Reduced LED degradation compared to market standards
- Warranty of up to 5 years on modules
3. Physical specifications
- Lightweight design: 24 kg/m²
- Slim profile: 75 mm thickness
- Easy integration on existing structures
