What are the key features of the ARC-1242-B Panel PC?

The ARC-1242-B is a 12.1" XGA (1024x768) 4:3 fanless industrial touch panel PC with 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake-PS Core 3/5/7 (LGA1700, HID-2340 SBC), DDR5 4800 up to 32GB, a bright 600 cd/m² panel, 10-point PCAP touch, onboard TPM 2.0, dual 2.5GbE (I225LM + I226LM), M.2 (Key-B/E/M) + 80-pin IET, and wide +12~24V input.

Why a 12.1" 4:3 600-nit panel?

The compact 12.1" 4:3 format suits classic machine-mount HMI cut-outs, and the 600 cd/m² high brightness ensures readability in bright or daylight-adjacent industrial environments.

Which processors does the ARC-1242-B support?

It supports 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake-PS Core 3 100UL, Core 5 120UL, and Core 7 160UL (up to 5.20 GHz) on the LGA1700 socket.

How much memory does the ARC-1242-B support?

It has a single 262-pin SO-DIMM socket supporting up to 32GB DDR5 4800MHz.

What touch technology does the ARC-1242-B use?

It uses projected-capacitive 10-point multi-touch for responsive, durable multi-finger HMI interaction.

What networking does the ARC-1242-B provide?

Dual 2.5GbE via Intel I225LM and I226LM controllers (10/100/1000/2.5G), for high-speed networking and redundancy.

What expansion does the ARC-1242-B offer?

An M.2 Key-B (PCIe/USB3/SATA) for 4G/5G or capture cards, M.2 Key-E 2230 for Wi-Fi, M.2 Key-M 2280 (PCIe x4) for storage, and an 80-pin IET interface for modular I/O.

Is the ARC-1242-B fanless?

Yes, it uses a fanless heatsink for reliability and dust resistance in continuous machine-side operation.

What power input does the ARC-1242-B use?

A wide +12V ~ +24V DC input via a lockable DC jack (default) or optional phoenix connector, with ATX power management (ACPI 3.0).

What applications is the ARC-1242-B best suited for?

With a bright compact 12.1" multi-touch display, 13th Gen Core performance, dual 2.5GbE, and 5G/capture/IET expansion, it suits machine-side HMI, compact control stations, and high-ambient-light industrial visualization.

What is an Industrial Panel PC?

An Industrial Panel PC is a robust computing device designed for industrial environments, featuring a touchscreen display integrated with a computer. These systems are built to withstand harsh conditions including dust, moisture, temperature extremes, and vibration, while providing reliable operation for factory automation, control systems, and HMI applications.

What makes a Panel PC 'industrial grade'?

Industrial grade Panel PCs feature rugged construction with IP65/IP66 front panel protection, extended temperature operation, shock and vibration resistance, fanless cooling for reliability, wide voltage input tolerance, and long product lifecycles designed for 24/7 operation in challenging environments.

What is the difference between a Panel PC and an HMI?

While both provide operator interface functionality, a Panel PC is a full-featured computer running a standard operating system (Windows, Linux) that can host any software application. An HMI is typically a simpler device with an embedded operating system designed specifically for machine/process control with limited functionality beyond its control software.

What mounting options are available for Panel PCs?

Panel PCs typically offer multiple mounting options including panel mount (cutout installation in cabinets/enclosures), VESA mount (standard bracket mounting to walls or arms), and sometimes desktop stands. Some specialized models may offer additional mounting options for specific industries.

What operating systems are supported on industrial Panel PCs?

Most industrial Panel PCs support Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 11 Pro, and various Linux distributions like Ubuntu. The specific OS support depends on the hardware configuration, with some models offering pre-installed options or being compatible with multiple operating systems.

What is IP65/IP66 protection and why is it important?

IP65/IP66 protection ratings indicate dust-tight (6) protection and resistance to water jets (5/6). This is essential for industrial Panel PCs that may be exposed to harsh factory environments with dust, splashes, or washdown procedures, ensuring reliable operation and longevity in challenging conditions.

Why are fanless designs important in industrial Panel PCs?

Fanless designs eliminate moving parts that could fail, prevent dust and contaminant ingress through ventilation openings, reduce maintenance requirements, increase reliability in high-vibration environments, and allow sealed enclosures for protection against harsh industrial conditions.

What is PCAP multi-touch technology?

PCAP (Projected Capacitive) multi-touch technology allows multiple simultaneous touch points on the screen, enabling intuitive gestures like pinch-to-zoom. It offers better optical clarity than resistive touchscreens, with a durable glass surface resistant to scratches, though it requires bare finger or special stylus operation.

What is a watchdog timer and why is it important?

A watchdog timer is a hardware-based timer that triggers a system reset if the software becomes unresponsive. This is crucial for industrial systems requiring high reliability and 24/7 operation, as it automatically recovers from software crashes or freezes without human intervention.

What does wide voltage input range mean for Panel PCs?

A wide voltage input range (typically 9-36VDC) allows Panel PCs to operate reliably in industrial environments with fluctuating power conditions. This provides flexibility in power source options and protection against voltage spikes and drops common in factory settings.

What is TPM and why is it included in industrial Panel PCs?

TPM (Trusted Platform Module) is a security chip that provides hardware-based encryption capabilities and secure storage for authentication credentials. In industrial settings, it helps protect sensitive data, secure communication channels, and ensure the integrity of control systems against unauthorized access.

How are Panel PCs typically mounted in industrial environments?

Panel PCs are typically installed using panel mount (where the unit is fitted into a cutout in a control cabinet with mounting clips or screws), VESA mount (attached to arms or wall mounts using standardized mounting patterns), or sometimes with custom mounting solutions for specific applications.

What cutout dimensions are needed for panel mounting?

Cutout dimensions vary by model and screen size. It's essential to refer to the specific Panel PC's installation guide for precise measurements. Most manufacturers provide detailed dimensional drawings showing the exact cutout size and mounting hole positions required.

What environmental conditions should be considered when installing Panel PCs?

Consider operating temperature range, humidity levels, exposure to dust or liquids, vibration/shock conditions, available power supply stability, electromagnetic interference sources, and ambient light conditions that might affect screen visibility when installing Panel PCs.

Do Panel PCs require additional cooling?

Most industrial Panel PCs are designed with fanless cooling systems that dissipate heat through the chassis. While they typically don't require additional cooling, it's important to ensure adequate air circulation around the unit and to avoid installing them in locations that exceed their specified operating temperature range.

What power supply requirements should be considered for Panel PCs?

Consider voltage requirements (typically 9-36VDC), current/power consumption specifications, power supply stability, surge protection needs, and whether battery backup or uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is necessary for critical applications to prevent data loss during power interruptions.

What should I do if the touchscreen becomes unresponsive?

First, try restarting the Panel PC. If the issue persists, check if the touch driver is installed and functioning properly, verify the touchscreen cable connection, ensure the operating environment is within specifications (especially for capacitive screens in high humidity), and check for physical damage to the screen surface.

How can I resolve overheating issues with fanless Panel PCs?

To address overheating: ensure the Panel PC is installed with adequate clearance for passive cooling, check that the ambient temperature is within specified operating range, clean dust buildup on cooling fins/chassis, verify that CPU-intensive applications aren't causing excessive load, and consider adding external cooling to the enclosure if necessary.

What causes Panel PCs to restart unexpectedly?

Unexpected restarts can be caused by unstable power supply, overheating, hardware failures, software issues, or watchdog timer activations due to system hangs. Check power stability, environmental conditions, system logs for error messages, and consider disabling the watchdog timer temporarily for diagnostic purposes.

How can I improve the visibility of the Panel PC screen in bright environments?

To improve visibility in bright environments, adjust the screen brightness to maximum, install an anti-glare shield or hood, position the Panel PC to avoid direct light sources, consider a higher-brightness model (500+ cd/m²) for new installations, or apply an anti-reflective film designed for industrial displays.

What should I do if Windows fails to boot on my Panel PC?

If Windows fails to boot, try booting in Safe Mode, use System Restore to revert to a working state, run startup repair from recovery options, check for hardware issues (particularly storage drives), verify BIOS/UEFI settings are correct, or restore from a system image backup if available.

Avalue · Panel PC / monitor / móvil

ARC-1242-B

Ficha técnica

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Fabricante: Avalue

Aspectos destacados

12.1" XGA (1024x768) 600-nit PCAP 10-point multi-touch, fanless
13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake-PS Core 3/5/7 (LGA1700, HID-2340 SBC)
1 x DDR5 4800MHz SO-DIMM, up to 32GB
Onboard TPM 2.0 (NuvoTon NPCT754)
Dual 2.5GbE: Intel I225LM + Intel I226LM
M.2 Key-B (4G/5G/capture) + Key-E (Wi-Fi) + Key-M NVMe + 80-pin IET
USB 3.2; RS-232/422/485; 2 x 2W speakers
Wide +12V ~ +24V input
CE / FCC Class A / VCCI; Windows / Linux

Descripción del producto

The Avalue ARC-1242-B is a 12.1" XGA fanless industrial touch panel PC powered by 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake-PS Core 3/5/7 processors (LGA1700), pairing high performance with a bright 600 cd/m² 4:3 display for daylight-readable HMI.

A single DDR5 4800MHz SO-DIMM supports up to 32GB, with onboard TPM 2.0 on the HID-2340 SBC.

The 1024x768 panel features 10-point projected-capacitive touch.

Connectivity includes dual 2.5GbE (Intel I225LM + I226LM), USB 3.2, RS-232/422/485, an M.2 Key-B for 4G/5G or capture cards, M.2 Key-E for Wi-Fi, an M.2 Key-M NVMe slot, and an 80-pin IET expansion interface.

A wide +12~24V input and CE/FCC/VCCI certification make it well suited to compact machine-side HMI and high-ambient-light visualization on Windows or Linux.

Especificaciones técnicas

Procesador

Intel® 13th Gen Raptor Lake-PS Core™ 3/5/7 Processor

(LGA1700 Socket Type)

Intel® Core™ 3 processor 100UL (10M Cache, up to 4.50 GHz)

Intel® Core™ 5 processor 120UL (12M Cache, up to 4.60 GHz)

Intel® Core™ 7 processor 160UL (12M Cache, up to 5.20 GHz)

Memoria del sistema

1 x 262-pin SODIMM socket max. up to 32GB DDR5 4800MHz

Chipset de E/S

EC ITE IT5782VG

Temporizador watchdog

H/W reset, 1sec. ~ 65535min. and 1sec. or 1min./step

Monitor de estado del hardware

Monitoring CPU & system temperature and voltage

TPM

Onboard NuvoTon NPCT754AABYX support TPM 2.0

SBC

HID-2340 SBC

Refrigerador de CPU (tipo)

Fanless heatsink

Otro

7 x Knockouts for antenna mounting

*5 from rear cover + 2 from IET bracket

Expansión

1 x M.2 Key B 3042/3052/2280 (PCIe, USB3, SATA) for

4G/5G/Capture Card

1 x M.2 Key E 2230 (PCIex1, USB2.0) for WIFI

1 x M.2 Key M 2280 (PCI-e x4) slot for storage

1 x 80-pin IET interface

Almacenamiento

1 x M.2 Key M 2280 (PCI-e x4) slot for storage)

Chipset gráfico

Intel® Raptor Lake-PS integrated graphics

Espec. y resolución

HDMI: Max. Resolution 4096x2160 @ 24Hz (optional by IET module)

Códec de audio

Realtek ALC888S

Salida de altavoz

2 x 2W

Chipset LAN

1 x Intel® I225LM 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

1 x Intel® I226LM 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

Interfaz Ethernet

Intel® I225LM: 10/100/1000/2.5G Base-Tx GbE compatible

Intel® I226LM: 10/100/1000/2.5G Base-Tx GbE compatible

Entrada de CC

+12V ~ +24V

Conector de entrada de CC

Lockable DC Jack (default)

Optional for phoenix connector

ACPI

Single power ATX support S0, S3, S4, S5 and ACPI 3.0 compliant

SO

Win10 / Win11 / Linux

Información de certificación

CE / FCC Class A / VCCI

Tamaño del LCD

12.1", 4:3

Tipo de pantalla

XGA

Resolución

1024 x 768

Paso de píxel

0.240mm (H) x 0.240mm (V)

Luminancia

600 cd/m2

Relación de contraste

1000

Ángulo de visión

89 (U), 89 (D), 89 (L), 89 (R)

Tiempo de respuesta

13 ms

Retroiluminación

LED

Tipo de táctil

Projective capacitive multi-touch up to 10 points

Transmisión de luz del táctil

89%

Controlador táctil

USB touch (EETI)

Puerto USB

3 x USB3.2, 1 x USB2.0, 1 x USB Type C

Puerto LAN

2 x RJ-45

Puerto COM

1 x RS-232/422/485

Indicador LED

HDD LED, power LED

Temp. de funcionamiento

-10°C ~ 50°C (14°F ~ 122°F)

Temp. de almacenamiento

-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)

Humedad en funcionamiento

40°C @ 95% Relative humidity, non-condensing

Dimensiones (An x L x Al)

293.77 x 226.31 x 54.5 mm

Peso

2.4 Kg

Ensayo de vibración

With SSD/M.2 SSD : 2Grms, IEC 60068-2-64, random, 5 ~ 500Hz, 30mins/axis

Ensayo de choque

Operating with SSD/M.2 : MIL-STD-810G, method 516.6, procedure I, functional shock=20G

Ensayo de caída

ISTA 2A, IEC-60068-2-32 Test:Ed

Grado de protección IP

Front panel IP65

Back cover IP41(except I/O)

Kit de montaje

Wall / Stand / VESA 75mm x 75mm, 100mm x 100mm

Panel mount with mounting kits

Modo de alimentación

AT/ATX (ATX is default)

Ventilador del sistema

Fanless

Construcción - Frontal

Die casting with cover lens

Construcción - trasera

Black die casting

Adaptador

Input: 100-240V~,2.0A, 50-60Hz

Output: 120W adapter (AC/DC adapter 24V/5A 120W, Screw Type)

Información de pedido

ARC-1242-100-B1-1R | 12.1" 1024x768 Industrial Touch Panel PC, ErP Design, PCAP Multi Touch(ALC888S), 13th Gen Core™ 3 processor 100UL (10M Cache, up to 4.50 GHz)/2GLAN/1COM/4USB/TypeC/SPK/12~24V input/12V Adapter

ARC-1242-120-B1-1R | 12.1" 1024x768 Industrial Touch Panel PC, ErP Design, PCAP Multi Touch(ALC888S), 13th Gen Core™ 5 processor 120UL (12M Cache, up to 4.60 GHz)/2GLAN/1COM/4USB/TypeC/SPK/12~24V input/12V Adapter

ARC-1242-160-B1-1R | 12.1" 1024x768 Industrial Touch Panel PC, ErP Design, PCAP Multi Touch(ALC888S), 13th Gen Core™ 7 processor 160UL (12M Cache, up to 5.20 GHz)/2GLAN/1COM/4USB/TypeC/SPK/12~24V input/12V Adapter, Optional IET Module list:

ACC-ARC-USB-01R | 4 x USB 3.0 IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-AUDIO-01R | HDMI + 5.1 CH audio IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-MPCIE-02R | HDMI + MPCIE w/SIM IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-COM-01R | 2 x Isolated RS-232 IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-COM-02R | 3 x RS-232 IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-COM-03R | 2 x RS-232 + USB IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-COM-04R | 2 x RS-232 + LAN IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-GPIO-01R | 12-bit GPIO + 2-pin CAN bus IET module for ARC-1535/38

ACC-ARC-OBDII-01R | OBDII - CAN bus IET module for ARC-1535/38 (OBDII/EOBD for small vehicle)

ACC-ARC-OBDII-02R | OBDII - CAN bus IET module for ARC-1535/38 (J1939J1708 for large vehicle)

ACC-ARC-OBDII-03R | OBDII - CAN bus IET module for ARC-1535/38 (ISO15765-4 for special large vehicle)

E1702031833R | USA Power Cord

E1702031000R | EU Power Cord

E1702031834R | Japan Power Cord

E1702031830R | UK Power Cord

E1702031831R | Australia Power Cord

¿Qué es ARC-1242-B?

The ARC-1242-B is a panel pc / monitor / móvil manufactured by Avalue, designed specifically for industrial-panel-pc applications. It features procesador of Fanless heatsink, pantalla of 12.1", 4:3 and red of 1 x Intel® I225LM 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 1 x Intel® I226LM 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet. The Avalue ARC-1242-B is a 12.1" XGA fanless industrial touch panel PC powered by 13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake-PS Core 3/5/7 processors (LGA1700), pairing high performance with a bright 600 cd/m² 4:3 display for daylight-readable HMI. A single DDR5 4800MHz SO-DIMM supports up to 32GB, with onboard TPM 2.0 on the HID-2340 SBC. The 1024x768 panel features 10-point projected-capacitive touch. Connectivity includes dual 2.5GbE (Intel I225LM + I226LM), USB 3.2, RS-232/422/485, an M.2 Key-B for 4G/5G or capture cards, M.2 Key-E for Wi-Fi, an M.2 Key-M NVMe slot, and an 80-pin IET expansion interface. A wide +12~24V input and CE/FCC/VCCI certification make it well suited to compact machine-side HMI and high-ambient-light visualization on Windows or Linux.

Características y ventajas principales

12.1" XGA (1024x768) 600-nit PCAP 10-point multi-touch, fanless
13th Gen Intel Raptor Lake-PS Core 3/5/7 (LGA1700, HID-2340 SBC)
1 x DDR5 4800MHz SO-DIMM, up to 32GB
Onboard TPM 2.0 (NuvoTon NPCT754)
Dual 2.5GbE: Intel I225LM + Intel I226LM
M.2 Key-B (4G/5G/capture) + Key-E (Wi-Fi) + Key-M NVMe + 80-pin IET
USB 3.2; RS-232/422/485; 2 x 2W speakers
Wide +12V ~ +24V input
CE / FCC Class A / VCCI; Windows / Linux

Aplicaciones y casos de uso

El ARC-1242-B es ideal para numerosas aplicaciones de automatización industrial:

Dust-sensitive environments and silent operation requirements
DC-powered industrial installations and mobile applications
Wireless connectivity and remote monitoring applications
Legacy equipment integration and serial communication
High-performance computing and data processing tasks
Interactive control interfaces and operator panels
Peripheral device connectivity and data transfer
Memory-intensive applications and multitasking

Aspectos destacados

Descripción del producto

Especificaciones técnicas

Información del sistema

Procesador

Memoria del sistema

Chipset de E/S

Temporizador watchdog

Monitor de estado del hardware

TPM

SBC

Refrigerador de CPU (tipo)

Otro

Expansión

Expansión

Almacenamiento

Almacenamiento

Pantalla

Chipset gráfico

Espec. y resolución

Audio

Códec de audio

Salida de altavoz

Ethernet

Chipset LAN

Interfaz Ethernet

Requisitos de alimentación

Entrada de CC

Conector de entrada de CC

ACPI

Soporte de software

SO

Certificación

Información de certificación

Panel

Tamaño del LCD

Tipo de pantalla

Resolución

Paso de píxel

Luminancia

Relación de contraste

Ángulo de visión

Tiempo de respuesta

Retroiluminación

Tipo de táctil

Transmisión de luz del táctil

Controlador táctil

E/S externa

Puerto USB

Puerto LAN

Puerto COM

Control del sistema

Indicador LED

Mecánica y condiciones ambientales

Temp. de funcionamiento

Temp. de almacenamiento

Humedad en funcionamiento

Dimensiones (An x L x Al)

Peso

Ensayo de vibración

Ensayo de choque

Ensayo de caída

Grado de protección IP

Kit de montaje

Modo de alimentación

Ventilador del sistema

Construcción - Frontal

Construcción - trasera

Componente

Adaptador

Información de pedido

Información de pedido

¿Qué es ARC-1242-B?

Características y ventajas principales

Aplicaciones y casos de uso

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