05.15.2008 — VidaBox has announced the TouchClient12, an in-wall touchpanel control with a 12.1-inch color touchscreen (1024x768 resolution) and XP embedded.

"The TouchClient12 is the flush-mount touchpanel computer solution that integrators have been asking for," says VidaBox president Steven Cheung.

"The only connections needed are 12V low voltage power and a network connection with CAT5 cable. Once installed, integrators can point its internet browser to web-controllable resources like CasaTunes, or install any program that runs on XP embedded, such as control or automation software, and run it right from the touch panel.

"With its built-in dual RS-232 and dual USB ports, this opens up the possibility of local automation and control being run directly from the TouchClient12."

Other features on the TouchClient12 include dual stereo speakers and a rough-in box that the primary screen assembly mounts to magnetically.

"With a magnetic mount design, integrators can pop the screen assembly into an installed rough-in box in seconds, and not waste valuable time turning screws to access the back panel after the initial install," Cheung explains.

"This is especially important for installers looking to use TouchClient12's RS-232 and USB ports for control and automation.

"Not only is the TouchClient12 easy to install, but it's also extremely durable and reliable.

"With no moving parts like noisy fans or hard drives that may fail over time. It also features a write-protected solid state drive, so you can expect to install and leave it running for years."

The company says write-protection allows the panel to be foolproof against viruses, spyware, malware, or other misuse.

Write-protection, however, can be disabled by installers and integrators looking to customize the panel's configuration.

MSRP is $2,599.