Author Topic: Cheap touchscreens on eBay (not mine) (Read 43194 times)

EddieArcadian · « **Reply #80 on:** July 10, 2008, 08:31:55 pm »

Edit: Wrong thread (deleted)

javeryh · « **Reply #81 on:** July 14, 2008, 09:23:48 pm »

Anyone know the EXACT dimensions of the screen on these things? I'm still waiting for mine to arrive and I can't continue working without these dimensions. I'm laying out the face panel and I need to know how big the monitor opening is going to be.

Thanks!!!

mccoy178 · « **Reply #82 on:** July 15, 2008, 09:22:58 pm »

The outside dimension of the glass is 14" wide by 10.375" tall. There are a couple wires on there that you will have to take into consideration when countersinking. I don't have a picture handy, or I'd post what I'm talking about.

The actual usable touchscreen area is 13" wide by 10.125" tall.

javeryh · « **Reply #83 on:** July 15, 2008, 09:38:12 pm »

Quote from: mccoy178 on July 15, 2008, 09:22:58 pm

The outside dimension of the glass is 14" wide by 10.375" tall. There are a couple wires on there that you will have to take into consideration when countersinking. I don't have a picture handy, or I'd post what I'm talking about.

The actual usable touchscreen area is 13" wide by 10.125" tall.

Awesome. Thanks - so if I'm reading this correctly, the through hole should be 13" wide by 10.125" tall and then there will be additional material I'll have to route out behind the edges of this hole to get it to lay flush.

mccoy178 · « **Reply #84 on:** July 16, 2008, 08:25:53 am »

That is correct. I don't know exactly what it is to the bracket that it needs to be countersunk, but whatever it is, you need to do an additional 1/8" channel that is 1/8" thick to compensate for those wires that are running on the face of the glass. I don't have the screen in front of me or I'd figure it out for ya.

javeryh · « **Reply #85 on:** July 17, 2008, 11:08:16 am »

OK, I thought I'd post these pics since my monitor arrived last night.

In the last pic, I've circled the wires that are attached to the front of the glass. Does anyone think removing them somehow would pose any problems? I'm going to be using 1/8" plexiglass around the monitor so I can't route material away to get it to sit flush. I would reconnect any wires I move but just not to the monitor glass. I have no idea how to go about doing this or if it is even possible but I thought I'd throw it out there...

mountain · « **Reply #86 on:** July 17, 2008, 12:52:03 pm »

Quote from: javeryh on July 17, 2008, 11:08:16 am

OK, I thought I'd post these pics since my monitor arrived last night.

In the last pic, I've circled the wires that are attached to the front of the glass. Does anyone think removing them somehow would pose any problems? I'm going to be using 1/8" plexiglass around the monitor so I can't route material away to get it to sit flush. I would reconnect any wires I move but just not to the monitor glass. I have no idea how to go about doing this or if it is even possible but I thought I'd throw it out there...

javeryh, you can't remove those wires, they go to the transducers which is what makes the touchscreen work. I used some 1/8" closed loop foam, attached to the back side of my bezel at the edge, to fill the gap. This is what the manufaturer recommends.

I posted ELO mounting recommendations here in the past.

javeryh · « **Reply #87 on:** July 17, 2008, 05:43:48 pm »

Quote from: mountain on July 17, 2008, 12:52:03 pm

Quote from: javeryh on July 17, 2008, 11:08:16 am
OK, I thought I'd post these pics since my monitor arrived last night.

In the last pic, I've circled the wires that are attached to the front of the glass. Does anyone think removing them somehow would pose any problems? I'm going to be using 1/8" plexiglass around the monitor so I can't route material away to get it to sit flush. I would reconnect any wires I move but just not to the monitor glass. I have no idea how to go about doing this or if it is even possible but I thought I'd throw it out there...

javeryh, you can't remove those wires, they go to the transducers which is what makes the touchscreen work. I used some 1/8" closed loop foam, attached to the back side of my bezel at the edge, to fill the gap. This is what the manufaturer recommends.

I posted ELO mounting recommendations here in the past.

heh, good thing I didn't start sawing them off! I'll keep an eye out for that closed loop foam (unless someone can post an easy place to get some). I guess the gap is no big deal because I sure as heck couldn't tell it was there from the close-ups you posted. Thanks!

Tonight I'm going to hook the touchscreen up to my home computer (laptop) and see if I can get it to work. I think I need to download drivers from the ELO website too. I've never used one of these things before so I have no idea what to expect - is it like a mouse or something that you control by touch?

Also, do I need to worry about handling it like a decased CRT or is there no built up charge in there?

mountain · « **Reply #88 on:** July 17, 2008, 06:05:41 pm »

I sent you the driver

padstack · « **Reply #89 on:** July 17, 2008, 08:10:39 pm »

Quote from: javeryh on July 17, 2008, 05:43:48 pm

Quote from: mountain on July 17, 2008, 12:52:03 pm
Quote from: javeryh on July 17, 2008, 11:08:16 am
OK, I thought I'd post these pics since my monitor arrived last night.

In the last pic, I've circled the wires that are attached to the front of the glass. Does anyone think removing them somehow would pose any problems? I'm going to be using 1/8" plexiglass around the monitor so I can't route material away to get it to sit flush. I would reconnect any wires I move but just not to the monitor glass. I have no idea how to go about doing this or if it is even possible but I thought I'd throw it out there...

javeryh, you can't remove those wires, they go to the transducers which is what makes the touchscreen work. I used some 1/8" closed loop foam, attached to the back side of my bezel at the edge, to fill the gap. This is what the manufaturer recommends.

I posted ELO mounting recommendations here in the past.

heh, good thing I didn't start sawing them off! I'll keep an eye out for that closed loop foam (unless someone can post an easy place to get some). I guess the gap is no big deal because I sure as heck couldn't tell it was there from the close-ups you posted. Thanks!

Tonight I'm going to hook the touchscreen up to my home computer (laptop) and see if I can get it to work. I think I need to download drivers from the ELO website too. I've never used one of these things before so I have no idea what to expect - is it like a mouse or something that you control by touch?

Also, do I need to worry about handling it like a decased CRT or is there no built up charge in there?

Nothing to worry about. Now, I wouldn't lick my finger and touch all the wires, but no voltage threat here!

javeryh · « **Reply #90 on:** July 17, 2008, 09:45:31 pm »

Thanks for the info guys! I got the drivers loaded (thanks mountain!), the screen is up and running and I can't wipe the smile off of my face. I've never played with one of these things before and it is so freaking cool. I was messing around in iTunes and I can see how these things are perfect for jukeboxes.

FYI, the link at the top of the thread is not yielding any more monitors for sale - I hope he has more of them left because I am going to have to install a screen in the wall somewhere in the TV room one of these days...

zudmsc · « **Reply #91 on:** July 18, 2008, 05:38:12 pm »

~~What driver are you using for XP Pro? I just downloaded SW600516.~~

Michael

PS I have it working now. I cannot seem to delete my message though.

zudmsc · « **Reply #92 on:** July 18, 2008, 08:09:12 pm »

Looks like he is out of the touchscreens.

Michael

javeryh · « **Reply #93 on:** July 23, 2008, 10:11:42 am »

Quote from: zudmsc on July 18, 2008, 08:09:12 pm

Looks like he is out of the touchscreens.

Michael

I think he's been out before and relisted a few weeks later. I'm definitely buying another one when they pop up again for a future project.

Zeosstud · « **Reply #94 on:** July 24, 2008, 10:07:45 am »

Okay, promised I would post a "Hot Chick" picture with my touchscreen alongtime ago, this is it, enjoy

( Yes, its my wife )

mccoy178 · « **Reply #95 on:** July 24, 2008, 11:24:13 pm »

Hey now! Very nice!

JackTucky · « **Reply #96 on:** August 10, 2008, 07:16:31 pm »

If anyone sees these on ebay again, please post. I took the one I bought for a boombox project and now I need one for my touchscreeen games project

padstack · « **Reply #97 on:** August 11, 2008, 08:52:53 am »

I actually have a saved search on ebay for "et1545l" and it updates me daily on searches for these things. You can obviously chainge it to suit your needs, but it has worked well for me so far.

JackTucky · « **Reply #98 on:** August 11, 2008, 04:31:42 pm »

yeah, i should do that. thanks

Burke LaShell · « **Reply #99 on:** August 11, 2008, 07:03:26 pm »

Does anyone know how to adjust the vertical size of the image? I can adjust the vertical position, the horizontal size and position, but not the vertical size.

DaOld Man · « **Reply #100 on:** August 12, 2008, 09:22:00 pm »

Quote from: JackTucky on August 10, 2008, 07:16:31 pm

If anyone sees these on ebay again, please post. I took the one I bought for a boombox project and now I need one for my touchscreeen games project

These are the same monitor, but I think it's a different seller..
Link

clickhea · « **Reply #101 on:** August 13, 2008, 03:39:05 pm »

anymore deals going on, with these screens?

azpaul · « **Reply #102 on:** September 13, 2009, 12:59:24 pm »

Hey Mountain,

Do you remember the sellers name on EBay? I still see some around the $100 plus mark. I am looking for a 19"

Thanks.

dbeeks1 · « **Reply #103 on:** September 14, 2009, 05:18:07 pm »

I've purchased three 15" ELO touchscreens from this seller. One came DOA, but was promptly replaced. Inventory comes and goes, but there may be a 19" from time to time.

http://stores.shop.ebay.com/HITECH-ASSETS

padstack · « **Reply #104 on:** October 23, 2009, 03:56:12 pm »

One thing to keep in mind is USB vs serial (depending on your setup). I'd pay an extra $5-10 for USB, personally. Although, I stil have my two from the group by last year sitting on a shelf...

Huskerfan · « **Reply #105 on:** December 31, 2009, 03:08:31 pm »

Hi, I'm gonna do a recessed wall mount installation. Would any of you mind sharing some detailed pictures of the installation process? or post a web site that has pictures?

Thanks a lot!

dafelandry · « **Reply #106 on:** January 18, 2010, 12:36:54 pm »

SUPER INEXPENISVE USB ELO TOUCHSCREENS 15" FOR UNDER $100!!!!!!!!

http://stores.shop.ebay.ca/HITECH-ASSETS__W0QQ_armrsZ1

WOW!!!


Main	Restorations	Software	Audio/Jukebox/MP3	Everything Else	Buy/Sell/Trade
Project Announcements	Monitor/Video	GroovyMAME	Merit/JVL Touchscreen	Meet Up	Retail Vendors
Driving & Racing	Woodworking	Software Support Forums	Consoles	Project Arcade	Reviews
Automated Projects	Artwork	Frontend Support Forums	Pinball	Forum Discussion	Old Boards
Raspberry Pi & Dev Board	controls.dat	Linux	Miscellaneous Arcade	Wiki Discussion	Old Archives
Lightguns	Arcade1Up	Try the site in https mode		Site News


Unread posts \| New Replies \| Recent posts \| Rules \| Chatroom \| Wiki \| File Repository \| RSS \| Submit news