There’s something utterly cool about these new Creston touchpanels I tell you. Don’t they remind you of those Star Trek Next Generation display panels that would pop up on the Captain’s desk? Heh.. ok.. maybe I’m stretching things a bit.. but the new Creston TPMC-8X WiFi TouchPanel is definitely a very cool device since it’s basically an embedded PC system.

The Creston TPMC-8X features:

  • 8.4 inch SVGA (800 x 600) screen
  • 16 bit Isys i/O graphics
  • 802.11 a/b/g wireless support
  • Windows XP Embedded OS
  • Onboard PC applications for web browsing, streaming media, VoIP, and remote desktop
  • Wireless video from network cameras and servers
  • Built in microphone and stereo speakers
  • 5 way thumbpad and 4 softkey buttons
  • Stylus with onboard storage slot
  • Built in biometric fingerprint scanner
  • Built in Bluetooth support
  • Internal Li-Ion battery pack

Think of the Creston TPMC-8X as small media center devices that can be littered around the house. From each touch panel, you can check the web, monitor your kids, look at streaming videos, check your email, listen to music, and much much more. Yup.. if I only had the money (and the space!) for such a device.

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CRESTRON INTRODUCES NEW TPMC-8X WiFi TOUCHPANEL
Crestron’s New TPMC-8X Touchpanel Media Centers Provide Embedded PC,
Biometrics and Bluetooth – oh my!



LAS VEGAS, NV, December 27, 2006 — Crestron introduces its new Isys i/Oâ„¢ TPMC-8X WiFi touchpanel, featuring an embedded Windows XP Operating System that provides secure onboard PC functionality including 802.11a/b/g wireless capabilities. TPMC-8X features high-speed performance in a sleek magnesium alloy casing, providing the thinnest, lightest most durable mobile touchpanel available. TPMC-8X offers a brilliant 8.4″ SVGA screen, displaying 3D graphics and streaming video; and features built-in Bluetooth® technology, Skypeâ„¢ Voice-over-IP, AuthenTec biometric scanner, stereo speaker system and microphone; and supports Yahoo! Widgets and Dyanamic Navigation.
The TPMC-8X WiFi touchpanels operate on an embedded PC platform that enables Web access via Internet Explorer, streaming media using WindowsMedia® Player 10, e-mail, and full PC applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint®, and Adobe® Acrobat® in a secure environment – all while providing intuitive control of AV distribution, lighting, climate control and security.
Access data and run applications on other computers from the TPMC-8X via Remote Desktop, while onboard NetMeeting® and Skype™ applications enable conferencing and voice-over-IP directly from the touchpanel. Built-in Bluetooth enables the use of wireless devices such as a mouse and keyboard, while a USB port is provided to connect wired devices. No external computers are needed.
The 8.4″ screen displays stunning 16-bit graphics, producing astonishing 3D effects, high-res images, dynamic graphics and text, translucency, animation, and wireless video. The new TPMC-8X features a powerful AMS Geodeâ„¢ processor to deliver blazing fast performance.
In addition to the wide range of streaming video formats supported by its onboard media player applications, the TPMC-8X also features native support for wireless streaming video from a variety of 3rd-party Web cameras and servers using the motion-JPEG format. Whether watching a favorite DVD or checking the kids by the pool, the TPMC-8X makes it easy to view video sources right on the touchscreen.
Built-in stereo speakers, dual integrated microphones, and a stereo headphone output provide full audio functionality to complement the TPMC-8X’s touchpanel, video, and computer capabilities. Customized WAV files can be loaded on the touchpanel to add dimension to the touchscreen graphics with personalized sounds, button feedback, and voice prompts.
The built-in biometric fingerprint scanner takes convenience and security to a new level, identifying individual users automatically. With just the touch of a fingertip, each user can be presented with a personalized interface with its own graphics, preferences and access privileges.
A field-replaceable Lithium Ion battery pack onboard the TPMC-8X provides fast-charging, long-lasting wireless operation without the “memory” issues typical of other rechargeable batteries. The optional desktop docking station provides a convenient charging solution while allowing the TPMC-8X to remain fully functional. The docking station also enables wired Ethernet operation while simultaneously remaining connected to the wireless network for seamless communication.
For more information about the new Isys i/O TPMC-8X go to http://www.crestron.com. For high-resolution photos go to http://www.crestron.com/news_room.
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Contact:
Jeff Singer
Crestron Electronics, Inc.
800.237.2041,ext.290
jsinger@crestron.com

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