New touch-sensitive keyboard for industrial and public use
16 July 2003
Switches, Relays & Keypads
A new touch-sensitive keyboard said to be extremely tough, versatile and cost-effective has been launched by EAO.
The keyboard operates from under a transparent protective screen that resists cleaning agents and fluids, moisture and dirt ingress, and damage from shocks and impacts, making it suitable for a wide spectrum of applications. Examples are in aggressive environments polluted by dust, grease or floating ink particles; sterile and hygienic environments; explosive atmospheres which must be free of contacts and electrostatic discharge; and public areas susceptible to vandalism.
The keyboard is extremely thin, and the keyboard's layout can be designed and configured out-of-box to suit different applications by using the simple-to-use proprietary software. The customer can vary the position of function keys according to their specific needs and alter the sensitivity of the keys according to the material of the protective screen. There is a choice of standard keyboard layouts for 10 different languages, a feature which makes it suitable for use across the world.
The keyboard, available with PS2 or USB interface, is compatible with both PC and Apple Macintosh operating systems.
For more information contact IS Electronics, 011 493 3630, [email protected]
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