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Topic: HP TouchSmart IQ506 with VDJ

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i'm looking to buying this this all in one pc from HP with the touch screen is plus take a look at it here http://reviews.cnet.com/desktops/hp-touchsmart-iq506/4505-3118_7-33074466.html?tag=also the imac is way batter but no touch screen i'll be testing it out today
General

Type
Personal computer
Recommended Use
Home use
Product Form Factor
Desktop
Built-in Devices
Camera, Display, Touch screen, Stereo speakers, Infrared receiver
Width
21 in
Depth
2.6 in
Height
17.4 in
Weight
24 lbs
Localization
English / United States
Desktop type
All-in-one desktop system, Monitor included

Processor

Type
Intel Core 2 Duo T5850 / 2.16 GHz
Multi-Core processor technology
Dual-Core
64-bit processor
Yes
Installed Qty
1
Max processors supported
1

Cache Memory

Type
L2 cache
Installed Size
2 MB
Cache Per Processor
2 MB

Mainboard

Chipset type
Mobile Intel GM965 Express
Data bus speed
667 MHz

RAM

Installed Size
4 GB
Technology
DDR II SDRAM
Memory speed
667 MHz
Memory specification compliance
PC2-5300
RAM form factor
SO DIMM 200-pin
RAM configuration features
2 x 2 GB

Storage Controller

Type
1 x Serial ATA - Integrated

Storage

Floppy drive type
None
Hard Drive
1 x 500 GB - Standard - Serial ATA-150 - 7200 rpm
Hard Drive (2nd)
None

Optical Storage

Type
DVD±RW (±R DL) / DVD-RAM - Serial ATA
CD / DVD read speed
24x (CD) / 8x (DVD)
CD / DVD write speed
24x (CD) / 8x (DVD±R) / 4x (DVD-R DL) / 6x (DVD+R DL)
CD / DVD rewrite speed
24x (CD) / 6x (DVD-RW) / 8x (DVD+RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM)
Disc Labeling Technology
LightScribe Technology

Optical Storage (2nd)

Type
None

Storage Removable

Type
None

Monitor

Monitor Type
Flat panel display - TFT active matrix
Display (projector) diagonal size
22 in

Multimedia Functionality

TV tuner type
Digital and analog TV
Analog TV system
NTSC
Digital TV reception
ATSC

Graphics Controller

Graphics Processor / Vendor
NVIDIA GeForce 9300M GS
Installed Size
256 MB
Max Allocated RAM Size
256 MB
Total Available Graphics Memory
2 GB

Audio Output

Type
Sound card - Integrated
Sound card name
Integrated Audio
Sound output mode
Stereo
Audio output compliant standards
High Definition Audio
Speaker(s)
2 x Right / left channel

Input Device

Type
Mouse, Keyboard

Keyboard

Keyboard connectivity
Wireless

Mouse

Mouse connectivity
Wireless
Mouse technology
Optical

Audio Input

Type
Microphone

Telecom

Modem
None

Networking

Networking
Network adapter - Integrated
Wireless LAN Supported
Yes
Data Link Protocol
Ethernet, Bluetooth, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft)
Compliant Standards
IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

Printer

Type
None

Expansion / Connectivity

Expansion Slots Total (Free)
2 ( 0 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
Interfaces
1 x Headphones - Output ( 1 in front ), 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX/1000Base-T - RJ-45, 1 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire) - 4 pin FireWire ( 1 in front ), 5 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A ( 2 in front ), 1 x Audio - Line-out, 1 x Audio - Line-in, 1 x Audio - SPDIF output

Miscellaneous

Included Accessories
Cleaning cloth, Remote control
Features
802.11b/g/n Wireless LAN, TV tuner, Remote control, Bluetooth

Power

Power device type
Power supply

Operating System / Software

OS Provided
Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium 64-bit Edition
Software
Adobe Reader 8.0, Muvee autoProducer, Microsoft Works 9.0, Norton Internet Security 2008 (60 days subscription)

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & Support
1 year warranty
Service & Support Details
Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics'

Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (June 2008)
4.3
Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008)
6.7

Card Reader

Card reader
5 in 1 card reader
Supported flash memory cards
Memory Stick, MultiMediaCard, SD Memory Card, Memory Stick Pro, SDHC Memory Card
 
Posted Thu 17 Jul 08 @ 8:19 am
 
The DJ/VJ known as "VJ JOHNNY C" or MR. JOHN CHRISTIAN the Video Forum Director at DJ Chat and a Moderator at DJ Chat has recently picked up this one:

http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/HP-Pavilion-tx2510us-12-1-Touch-screen-Entertainment-Laptop-FE912UA-ABA/sem/rpsm/oid/214774/rpem/ccd/productDetail.do

I have seen it first hand and "VJ JOHNNY C" reports that it is working very well and loves the touch screen features with his "VDJ".

Also comes with a pointer stick too which makes it even easier to operate "VDJ".

I'd get one myself but again with having "Multiple Sclerosis" and not being able to work at my WJSZ radio gig due to no handicap access in an old over 100 year old building and because the "American Disabilities Act" does not cover the low amount of employees the station has I'm forced to be on that low paying monthly "Disability", etc...

http://www.z925.com/taobio.htm

I'm very strapped on my "DJ BIZ BUDGET"... :(

 
I can tell you touch screen is not for everyone!

You have to physically move your hand across the screen, and point / tap locations all over the screen to actuate the software.

This is really what a mouse or small touchpad does better ... minimizes the amount of physical effort needed to actuate the program.

Touchscreens need to be at a certain eye level and the approach to touching the screen is repeated over and over, and has to be primarily from one appraoch each time to stay on target. Bifocals can be trouble.

It's best to place the screen in an almost laid down position, similar to a teller's unit at a fast food resturaunt.

The bigger the screen the easier to manipulate small function keys in the VDJ software ... and the longer strokes of holding out your arm, waving your hand and tapping your finger. (picture holding a book straight out for a long period of time ... like a torcherious punishment)


I'm looking toward the future for a cerebral interface.

 
Hi John,

As for a cerebral interface they all ready have some out for people with "extreme disabilities" that are controlled by the eyes and head, etc.

I actually tried one out at the Genesse County Handicap Center a couple years ago.

Pretty neat and really responed quickly, etc...

There was a lot of blinking involved to activate the mouse clicking funtions...

How much they are is not known by me though...

DJ TAO :)
 
Hi

I use a touch screen and find it works better and faster than a mouse

i have it positioned exactly where you would have your normal monitor or laptop screen, not on a spacial stand to have it at eye level, etc..

my screen is a 19inch txt monitor with touch overlay built in.

in use, imagine you virual dj screen, if you hit play on deck 1, then want to do something to the other deck, how long do you think you can move your mouse to the other deck? now imagine if you could just use your finger on the screen...

it makes it 100% easyer if you can press the buttons on the screen, it removes the need for a seperate controller.

there are websites that sell touchscreen overlays that either attach to the outside of your monitor, or some that are just a thin film that can be fitted inside your monitor casing without too much effort.

please dont knock touchscreens until youve tried one.

and you cannot compare a touchscreen to the POS equipment at Maccy D's. their screens may be similar, but their screens adre dirty and they miss read what the operator is trying to press.

the same technology is on most PDA phones and iPhone.
Would your iPhone still work if the screen would be dirty?? i think not.
 
I bought a touch screen and built my computer into a dj case. When it worked (for the 1 day it worked) it was awesome, had to send it back for replacement as it kept losing its communication so the touchscreen didnt work right. Cant wait to get the new one back it was soo cool and looked cool too.
 


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