
Solution
Advantech's industrial-proven panel computing platforms and services meet this market's demanding requirements.The Entrac
ExpressPay kiosk can be found in many Kinkos 24-Hour copy centers.Kinkos uses the ExpressPay kiosks to provide self serve access
control and payment systems for photocopiers,PCs and Macintosh computers. The system allows complete tracking of copies,time,
applications,and prints utilizing credit cards,in-store charge cards,and in-store chip cards and coupons.Entrac provides monitoring
of system status and troubleshooting that reduces onsite technical support,increasing overall system reliability and improving the
customers' experience.
System
System structure (software):Windows
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CE 3.0
System structure (hardware):PPC-105T connects card reader,printer and Macintosh Computer for monitoring system status and
troubleshooting.
Solution
A secondary school in Sembawang,Singapore,started using the kiosk in November 2000.The students use the smart card issued by the
LandTransportAuthority (LTA)of Singapore as theirStudent Identification Pass(SIP) for cashless transactions,such as transportation,attendance,
facilities access and reservations,library use,or purchases such as books,uniforms,stationery and more.
System
The school's eight snack bar stalls will have smart-card readers and touchscreen computers to take orders. No cash is accepted. Students
will be able to buy things with only a stored-value smart card. From a password-protected interface,parents can view the nutritional value
of their children's meals. They can also order their children's meal in advance. Internet-enabled touch Panel Computers are located within
the school's compound to let students order and pay for their food while nutritional data,such as calories,is also recorded. In addition,
students will also use the smart card to borrow library books and mark their attendance by swiping the cards through card readers at the
school gate.
Introduction
A Singaporean company,Chowiz,built the system to provide a good opportunity for
students to learn about an e-lifestyle they will be exposed to in the digital economy.
Advantech's PPC-123TInternet-based kiosk systemis a dynamic addition to the education
environment and can showparents various student activities.And if they do not like what
their children are being exposed to,they can insist on having some changes made.A
Singaporean company built the system to provide a hands-on opportunity for students
to learn about the e-lifestyle that they will be exposed to in the new digital economy.
Introduction
EntracTechnologies Inc.,the world leader in Self Serve Payment Systems,is using
anAdvantech Panel PC computing platform in one of their newest 24 x 7 self-serve
payment kiosks.Used in major retail locations throughoutthe US and other countries,
Entrac is capitalizing on the continued growth of the self-serve transaction market
that is being driven by retailers' demand for new ways to more effectively serve
customers.
Benefits
Reliability
Entrac chose theAdvantech PPC-105T for its super-reliable,compact-sized platform,10"TFT integrated LCD touchscreen,and fast
time-to-market preinstalled MicrosoftWindows CE 3.0 OS.Touchscreen integration was a major issue for Entrac.The ready to run
PPC-105T offered obvious benefits when comparedto a comparablekiosk assembled with separate SBC,touchscreen and peripherals.
Touchscreen integration,OS installation and image porting and system testing literally add months to project development.
Expedited Development
The PPC-105T offers a fullytested platform with all the needed features,ready to run.The preinstalledWindows CE 3.0 OS (on
CompactFlash) provides great reliability.SinceWindows CE OS/images are hardware specific,the PPC-105T comes fully tested,
configured and ready for customers to load theirWindows CE application.Integrating the NS Geode based fanless PPC-105T at
the heart of Entrac's state ofthe art payment kiosks,expedited project development,eliminated system integration concerns and
provide a tested software/hardware capable enough to handle the rigors of 24/7/365 use.
Benefits
Advantech's 12.1" Panel Computer with resistive touchscreen is integrated into this system as the operator interface and core system for
data retrieval,input,record and transmission. The unit provides:
A reliable platform that can perform continuous operation in public locations
Slim profile to meet space restrictions within a school compound
An easy-to-use interface thatchildren can operate
Network-ready capacity for data transmission via the Internet
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