Sharp Integrates Displays with Q-SYS Platform for Seamless AV Control — Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA)

Event summary

Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America (SIICA) launched a Q-SYS Verified plugin for its large-screen displays on August 18, 2026.
The plugin enables direct control and monitoring of Sharp displays within the Q-SYS Full Stack AV Platform.
The integration supports current Sharp large-format displays, Sharp All-in-One dvLED models, and legacy NEC large-format displays.
The plugin is now available in the Q-SYS Library with configuration guidance and a detailed list of supported display models.

The big picture

Sharp's move underscores the growing importance of seamless AV ecosystem integrations in enterprise and education environments. By aligning with Q-SYS, a widely adopted platform, Sharp aims to simplify project specifications for integrators and enhance the quality of controlled AV systems. This strategic shift reflects broader industry trends toward interoperability and streamlined deployment in complex AV environments.

What we're watching

Integration Adoption: How quickly AV integrators adopt the Q-SYS Verified plugin for Sharp displays in enterprise and education projects.
Competitive Response: Whether competitors like NEC will accelerate their own integrations with dominant AV control platforms.
Market Expansion: The pace at which Sharp can expand this integration strategy to other AV ecosystems beyond Q-SYS.