Advantech Introduces 18.5” Widescreen Multi-Touch Flat Panel Monitor

(Cincinnati, OH –July 2013) – Advantech’s Industrial Automation Group is pleased to announce the release of the FPM-7181W, an 18.5” widescreen multi-touch flat panel monitor specifically designed to provide easier operation and boost productivity in manufacturing control environments, building automation, and other HMI applications.

The FPM-7181W features a widescreen ratio of 16:9, providing 40% more screen area than traditional 4:3 aspect ratio displays. Resolution is 1366 x 768 with 16.2M colors. Furthermore, with the addition of four-finger multi-touch capabilities it provides even greater control and viewing of the information displayed such as zoom, slides, twist, etc.

Other features include: RS-232 & USB dual touch interface, VGA & DVI-D dual video input port, 0 to 50°C operating temperature, and IP65 front panel. The panel glass is hardened to 7H on the Mohs scale, which is the same hardness as the mineral quartz.

As with all Advantech flat-panel monitors, the FPM-7181W can be mounted on panels, on walls, or by a stand using the VESA hole behind the unit; providing a range of options for any industrial environment.

For more information or to purchase any of our other of Advantech products, please contact Advantech directly or your regional Advantech authorized distributor.

Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group – With the theme of Intelligent Automation, Seamless Integration, the Industrial Automation Group (IAG) of Advantech Corporation is a pioneer in intelligent Automation technology. By combining connectivity, flexibility, ruggedness and being at the leading-edge of Internet of Things technology, IAG offers product offerings from Intelligent HMIplatforms, Industrial Ethernet, Wireless Communication, Automation Controllers, Automation Software, Embedded Automation Computers, Distributed I/O Modules, Wireless Sensor Network Solutions, Plug-in I/O, and Industrial Communication solutions for a wide array of industries. With more than 20 years of experience in providing a full range of products to different vertical markets, the Industrial Automation Group is proving to be a global leading Automation Product and Services provider. US operations for the Industrial Automation Group are based in Cincinnati, OH (800-205-7940). Advantech Corporation, Industrial Automation Group, 11380 Reed Hartman Highway, Cincinnati, OH 45241. Website: www.advantech.com/ea. Email: .