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November 12, 2004
• Vol.26 Issue 46
Page(s) 26 in print issue
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Elo TouchSystems 1525L Touchcomputer
An All-In-One Computer & Touchmonitor
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 Elo 1525L 15-inch LCD all-in-one touchcomputer $1,200 Elo's new touchcomputer consists of a silent, fanless design with either a solid-state embedded system or an integrated hard drive (800) 356-8682 www.elotouch.com |
Elo TouchSystems, a business unit of Tyco Electronics, is almost famous for its touchscreen monitor products. Now, building on that success, the company has announced a new computer and touchmonitor in one unit, designed to fit in the same space as the original Elo touchmonitors. The new 1525L 15-inch LCD all-in-one touchcomputer has a slim profile and can function as a desktop or wall-mountable system. One of the biggest draws for the 1525L is the silent, fanless design.
The 1525L touchcomputer comes in two separate flavors. The Win2000/XP versions include a hard drive, while the Windows CE .NET version is complete with solid-state components (without any moving parts) and functions without the need for a hard drive. The Win2000/XP models provide increased flexibility; the Windows CE .NET model is perfect for embedded systems. Built-in options on both models include a three-track magnetic stripe reader and a rear-facing customer display.
Both models are available with either Elo's IntelliTouch or AccuTouch touchscreen technology. AccuTouch allows both touchcomputers to work in harsh environmental conditions such as liquid spills, humidity, and washdown. Elo claims that its touchscreens are the most contamination-resistant available on the market. The touchcomputers deliver drift-free operation for a lifetime of 35 million finger touches. The IntelliTouch technology delivers fast and sensitive touch responses, recognizing the location and amount of pressure applied. These touchmonitors are durable and scratch-resistant. The screens are pure glass, providing superior image clarity, resolution, and light transmission. Elo's closest competitor in this same arena is 3M TouchSystems.
Connectivity ports for both models include two serial, four USB, one Ethernet, one PCMCIA, and a PS/2 mouse and keyboard port. The 1525L also features a stable tilt base,
hidden cables, side controls, and a lockout function for public use, as well as a 667MHz VIA Eden processor, 256MB of RAM, and 16MB of video memory.
Applications for the new all-in-one 1525L include loyalty systems, kiosk information systems, home control, casino management, cash systems, and Internet access points such as those for Web surfing and hotel reservations. The best thing about the new system, as far as Elo is concerned, is a design that can offer a complete all-in-one touchcomputer at a lower overall installed cost than having separate components.  by Chris A. MacKinnon
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