Architectural Advantages

Distributed Visualization

Only Hiperwall software is based on a distributed visualization architecture. Instead of using a single computer or server for processing, like traditional platforms, Hiperwall’s unique and powerful system distributes the visual processing load to each computer in the Hiperwall network.

Every time a computer running Hiperwall software is added to the Hiperwall network, it not only adds a new content source or destination, but it also adds more processing power.  

"...ensures that you have the power to display a huge number of sources at one time. "

As a result, the total processing power of the Hiperwall system automatically increases as the number of components increases. This helps ensure that large walls do not outgrow the processing capabilities of the complete Hiperwall system and ensures that you have the power to display a huge number of sources at one time.

Ethernet Infrastructure

Hiperwall software uses a low cost, ubiquitous, IP-based infrastructure as a transport method. Comprised of multiple peer-to-peer networked PCs, system components are connected to an ordinary gigabit Ethernet switch by ordinary Ethernet cabling.

The size of the total Hiperwall system installation is only limited by the number of ports in the gigabit switch. The switch must be a Layer 2 design that supports IGMP, enabling the Hiperwall network to perform efficiently even when running multiple live video streams across the network. If the system outgrows the number of ports, the switch can be easily replaced with a larger switch, or another switch may be connected via an inter-switch (stacking) link.

"...significantly reduces cost, complexity, space requirements, energy use, and cable clutter."

For successful operation, this gigabit Ethernet network is the only infrastructure that Hiperwall needs. Control and content are delivered to the wall via gigabit Ethernet. This is a significant advantage over legacy video wall systems that typically require some combination of complex servers, matrix switches, and distribution amplifiers to deliver content to a video wall. By eliminating this equipment, the Hiperwall system significantly reduces cost, complexity, space requirements, energy use, and cable clutter.

Hardware Agnostic

Fault Tolerance

Hiperwall software’s distributed architecture allows the use of two controllers in a system. With two control points working simultaneously the system is protected. If one controller goes down for any reason, the other takes over seamlessly.

Fault tolerance requires two licenses -- the HiperController license and the HipeFailSafe license. The HiperFailSave license includes an additional HiperController license and the fail-safe technology. These two licenses come standard in the Hiperwall Premium Suite. Or, if you already have one HiperController license, you can buy a HiperFailSafe license and add fault tolerance.

Future Proof

Because Hiperwall software is hardware agnostic, you don't have to worry that the next technology will obsolete your system. Your current Hiperwall software or an upgraded version will work with whatever comes your way, whether it's new display technology, the next generation of video resolution, or just the need for a bigger video wall.

Limitless Resolution

See the big picture, in detail, for better decision making and clearer communications. There's no limit to the source resolution you can display and no limit to the number of screens you can use for high-resolution output.