The 22-inch 3MTM Multi-Touch Display M2256PW combines a
projected capacitive matrix touchscreen offering ultra-fast, accurate,
and precise 20-plus finger touch response, with a high-definition,
wide viewing angle LCD to create a multi-touch display that meets or
exceeds the most demanding interactive applications. The
M2256PW display has a solid base and a highly-durable glass front
surface with anti-stiction properties that maximizes the user ex-
perience for simple or advanced gestures. The M2256PW display
works with thin gloves, responds to very light touch, and is fully
compatible with Windows 7.
3M Projected Capacitive Technology
Leveraging more than 25 years of capacitive sensing expertise,
3M innovation has developed 3M Projected Capacitive Technology
(3M PCT) with "full multi-touch" capabilities. Designed to push touch
performance beyond traditional zoom, pinch, expand and rotate
capabilities, this technology offers developers an interactive tool of 20
resolvable touches at less than 6 millisecond (ms) point speed.
Responsiveness.
Ultra-fast multi-touch capabilities developed by
3M can help overcome latency issues associated with software filter-
ing factors and/or slow touch response rate which can negatively
impact the user experience. In addition, 3M PCT technology is more
natural, intuitive, and responsive compared to optically-based two
touch systems.
High-Definition Display for Next-Generation Multi-Touch Applications
3M™ Multi-Touch Display M2256PW
Recommended Multi-Touch Applications
• Computer Aided Design • Education and Training
• Digital Signage • Telepresense
• Security Monitoring Systems • Health Information Systems
• Geographic Information Systems • Media and Broadcast
• Audio Visual • Home Automation
• Software Development • Industrial
Feature
Full Multi-Touch Capabilities
Designed for Multi-Touch
Applications
Projected Capacitive
Matrix Sensing
Benefit
• 20 finger input with fast 6 millisecond touch response
• Enables the next-generation of interactive software applications well beyond two touch expectations
• Robust hardware platform that can help “future proof” software development
• Compatible with Windows 7
• 1680x1050 high definition resolution
• Wide horizontal/vertical viewing angle allows outstanding off-axis viewing
• Excellent image contrast provides sharp brilliant image quality
• Stable base designed for multi-touch and multiple users
• Anti-stiction surface enhances the user experience for simple and advanced gestures
• Over 3300 touch sensing points deliver optimal precision and accuracy
• Glass front surface for high durability
• Works with light touch and with nitrile, latex and vinyl gloves
• Ultra-fast response time
Functionality.
The highly-sophisticated 3M touch electronics in the
M2256PW multi-touch display have been Windows Touch AQ quali-
fied for 20 simultaneous touches, but are actually capable of deliv-
ering significantly more than 20 touches to accommodate multiple
users or advanced multi-finger applications. These electronics also
include palm accommodation so the system will not miss or drop
touches due to inadvertent or overwhelming touch events that affect
the touch performance of optical-based two touch systems.
These next-generation electronics provide peace of mind for soft-
ware developers and customers because their 3M PCT hardware far
exceeds the capabilities of current two touch technology, which may
in turn lower total capital investment and cost-of-ownership.
For applications that re-
quire a gloved hand, 3M
PCT technology works with
multiple layers of thin nitrile,
latex and vinyl gloves.
3M PCT’s full multi-touch
technology works natively
with the Windows 7 oper-
ating system and supports intuitive gestures and enabled advance
gestures. 3M PCT is Windows Touch AQ (additional qualication)
certified at more than 20 simultaneous touches. 3M also offers Win-
dows 7/Vista/XP, and Linux drivers.
Accuracy.
The design
of the projected capaci-
tive matrix sensor has
more than 3300 touch
sensing points in close
proximity, making it inher-
ently linear, precise, and
extremely accurate across
the entire touchscreen.
Corner and edge performance exceeds 99% accuracy, so whether
drawing or activating a corner located button, the 3M PCT system
will deliver the performance expected by the user.
Second Surface Durability.
The 3M PCT's durable glass touch-
screen surface has an anti-glare coating that allows these multi-
touch displays to be placed in a wide range of lighting conditions
without the noticeable reflection or "mirror look" of competitive touch
screen displays.
Anti-Stiction Surface Feel.
The M2256PW multi-touch display
contains a novel low surface energy coating that greatly reduces sur-
face friction and allows user's fingers to effortlessly glide across the
display for easy gesture functions.
A Display Designed for Multi-touch
With more than 10 years experience in industrial design and LCD
selection for touch displays, 3M has designed the 3M Multi-touch
Display M2256PW with multi-touch interactivity in mind. From its
high-definition/high-contrast, wide viewing angle LCD for multi-user
and table top functionality, to its solid metal base with 0-to-90 degree
tilt, this display offers a robust and reliable LCD display to meet the
most demanding multi-touch applications.
Viewing Angle.
The M2256PW
display delivers brilliant images
from nearly every angle with
its ultra-wide viewing angle
P-MVA display. This LCD dis-
play has full 178 degree view-
ing in both vertical and hori-
zontal directions, while many
commonly-used LCD’s only
deliver a 120 degree viewing
angle that can result in faded and washed out images. Having an
ultra-wide viewing angle is an essential feature to help create an
immersive user experience, regardless of how the display or where
the user is positioned. As multiple users interact with the multi-touch
display, especially in a horizontal or table top position, the ultra-wide
viewing angle will help ensure that all users experience the same
brilliant content.
High Definition.
The M2256PW display provides impressive picture
quality with high-denition (HD) 1680 x 1050 resolution to help en-
sure vibrant, true-to-life graphics,
dynamic HD video content, crisp
and clear images, and sharp text.
The display's 16:10 wide-format aspect ratio provides spacious
screen real estate to maximize application usability. The DVI video
input with HDCP (high-bandwidth digital content protection) delivers
a high quality image and compatibility with copyright-protected high
definition content.
Contrast and Definition.
The high contrast difference between light
and dark colors helps make a display look superb in almost any en-
1680 x 1050
AC Power Audio In VGA DVI Serial USB
Touch Interface
vironment, and the larger the difference the
better. With a contrast ratio of 1000:1 (stat-
ic), the M2256PW makes on-screen images
appear more vibrant and impactful while
the 8ms video response time delivers virtu-
ally uninterrupted, undistorted presentation of full-motion video.
Solid Stable Base.
The M2256PW display has a heavy metal base
and a purpose-built locking hinge that delivers solid support when
touching the display with the weight of multiple hands and or under
rapidly repeating or heavy touches. This sturdy base is solid to the
touch at tilt angles ranging from 0 to 90 degrees.
The stand contains a cable management system that elegantly
routes and hides the video, power, and communication cables within
the vertical portion of the base resulting in a clutter-free look on your
desktop.
Connectors.
The M2256PW display offers the wide array of con-
nections needed by customers to accommodate a variety of appli-
cations and operating environments. The M2256PW display offers
an internal 110/220V power source with U.S. and European power
plugs. Plug a USB or RS232 serial connection into the auto-detecting
touch controller and the display switches to the correct protocol. The
display offers both VGA and DVI connectors to help meet varying CPU
configurations. The 3.5mm audio jack powers two 3-watt internal
speakers.
Mountable.
For multi-touch applications that
require wall mounting, arm mounting or em-
bedding in a vertical or horizontal surface,
the M2256PW display has a 100mm VESA
pattern to securely attach it to commercially
available arms and brackets (arm or brackets
not included).
Easy Access OSD.
For ease of use,
the M2256PW display offers an
easy-to-read front panel OSD guide
with easy-to-access controls along
the bottom edge of the display.
Full Multi-Touch
Full Multi-Touch
3M™ Multi-Touch Display M2256PW Specifications
Functional Specications
Display Details
LCD Technology P-MVA (wide angle viewing technology)
Display Colors 16.7 million
Pixel Pitch .282 x .282mm
Brightness 300 cd/m2 (nit) typical
with touch sensor (max.)
1 270 cd/m2 (nit) typical
Contrast Ratio 1000:1 typical
Viewing Angle2 Horizontal/Vertical: 178 degrees typical
Video Response Time3 8 ms typical
Control Type OSD
Native Resolution 1680x1050
Touch Details
Touch Point Speed Less than 6ms for 20-point multi-touch response
Input Type Finger, thin glove
Touch Communication Auto detecting, USB and RS232 (Serial)
Operating System Support Windows 7/Vista/XP, Linux
Microsoft® certifications Windows 7 AQ
(1) Brightness measured on a display with 3M™ Projected Capacitive sensor.
(2) Measured at a contrast ratio of 10.
(3) Gray to Gray
3M Touch Systems
Subsidiary of 3M Company
501 Grifn Brook Park Drive
Methuen, MA 01844 U.S.A.
1-888-659-1080
www.3M.com/touch
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Physical Specications
Product Details
Operating Environment 0 to +40 degrees C
Relative Humidity, non-condensing 90%
Storage Environment -10 to +60 degrees C
Video Input DVI (HDCP) and VGA
Multimedia Audio input, 3 watt audio output
VESA Pattern 100mm x 100mm
Power Supply Internal 110/220 VAC Power Supply
Power Consumption 70 watts maximum
RoHS Compliant Yes
Agency Approvals FCC-B, CE, TUV
Warranty 1 Year
Dimensions and Weight
Physical (WxHxD) 513.2 x 337.8 x 60.2 mm
20.2 x 13.3 x 2.4 inches
Display Area (WxH) 473.8 x 296.1 mm
(viewing area) 18.7 x 11.7 inches
Packaging (WxHxD) 635.0 x 508.0 x 273.05 mm
25.0 x 20.0 x 10.75 inches
Display weight 8.4 kg / 18.5 lb
Packaging/Display weight 11.0 kg / 24.25 lb
Part Number 98-0003-3512-9
