The Tennessee Smokies and Daktronics, Inc. (NASDAQ-DAKT) of Brookings S.D., announced recently the agreement to provide one of the first HD-X video displays in minor league baseball at Smokies Park.
The new display will be among the largest LED (light emitting diode) video displays in minor league baseball and will be installed prior to the start of the 2008 Southern League season.
Daktronics new HD-X LED technology will be installed in the existing outfield scoreboard structure and will contain almost three times the viewing area of the existing matrix display. The new video display will measure approximately 36 feet wide by 17 feet high and will feature resolution on 16 millimeter (.63”) line spacing.
“With the installation of the latest Daktronics HD-X LED technology, fans will see a ‘big league’ atmosphere at Smokies Park,” said Brian Cox, General Manager of the Tennessee Smokies. “Our new opportunity to show replays, highlights, graphics and animations on a larger than life display in incredible high-density resolution will greatly enhance the quality of the entertainment experience at the ballpark.”
The 2008 season upgrade will also include Daktronics LED technology replacing the existing game scoreboard. Smokies players and fans will be informed of game information displayed on a large 36 foot wide by 9 foot high baseball scoreboard. Additionally, the existing message center display will be relocated to provide out-of-town scores and other game information.
“As one of the first minor league facilities to utilize HD-X technology, we are pleased to partner with Smokies Park to help make their stadium one of the premier venues in minor league baseball,” said Glen Marts, Regional Sales Representative for Daktronics Large Sports Venue division. “The size and visual clarity of the HD-16 display will provide fans with the ultimate game-day experience.”
The addition of the new HD video board will not only enhance the experience for fans of Smokies baseball, but will also represent a key improvement for concert goers and those attending other events at the stadium.
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