TYPES OF INTERFACES FOR INDUSTRIAL MONITORS

TYPES OF INTERFACES FOR INDUSTRIAL MONITORS

Analog and digital video signals may be connected by a variety of physical interfaces, largely depending on the signal type and application. Read to learn about all types of interfaces used for Keetouch touch solutions.

VIDEO INTERFACES

IMAGE AND VIDEO ARE TRANSMITTED TO THE MONITOR THROUGH A WIRE WITH A CORRESPONDING CONNECTOR.

VGA INTERFACE
VGA INTERFACE

The oldest existing interface for transmitting a video signal to a monitor, therefore, one of the most commonly used ones.

  • Analog signal
  • One of the most commonly used interfaces
  • RCA wire can be connected to the VGA interface using adapter
  • VGA wire locks into the connector
  • Image resolution is limited
  • The length of the video wire is limited up to 1.5 meters
DVI INTERFACE
DVI INTERFACE

An interface for transmitting a digital video signal. No conversion from digital signal to analog one and back is required. Accordingly, there is less loss in signal quality.

  • Digital signal
  • DVI wire locks into the connector
  • Image resolution up to 4K
  • Signal loss with cable length more than 2 meters
HDMI INTERFACE
HDMI INTERFACE

A modern and reliable protocol for transferring images and videos.

  • Digital signal
  • HDMI wire is not locked in the connector
  • Image resolution up to 4K
  • Does NOT lose the quality of the transmitted signal depending on the distance between the receiver and the source

TOUCH INTERFACES

TO OPERATE YOUR COMPUTER BY TOUCHING THE MONITOR, CONNECT THE KEETOUCH TOUCH SCREEN TO THE PC WITH A CABLE.

USB INTERFACE
USB INTERFACE

All computers are equipped with USB ports. Thereafter, any touch monitor can be connected to any PC retaining touch input.

  • One of the most common interfaces
  • USB wire is not locked in the connector
  • Signal quality decreases depending on the distance between the receiver and the source
RS232 INTERFACE
RS232 INTERFACE

Keetouch touch screens and industrial monitors can be connected via a COM port.

  • RS232 wire is not locked in the connector
  • No limitation on wire length
Writen by: Diana Strizh, Technical Content Developer
Content developer at Keetouch GmbH who brings her expertise to the company for over 6 years. With a technical degree in Technology of Mechanical Engineering of Metal-Cutting Machines, Diana's background in machine-building enterprises has honed her proficiency in writing technical manuals, specification files, user guides, and instructions for Keetouch equipment.
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