What is a recommended computer for Close Talk Control?
Posted: 04 Feb 2012, 16:29
Close Talk Control is a WIN32 application which means it requires any of the Microsoft Windows Vista, 7 or 8.x 32 and 64 bit operating system to run. The basic functionality of CT Control requires very little computer power, a budget PC specification will do just fine. However, when using camera follow and other more advanced functionality such as dual display outputs, please choose a medium to high perfomance PC. For large e-democracy installations in municipalities, a server class PC with redundant power supplies and hard drive mirroring is strongly recommended.
A good computer specification could be:
A good computer specification could be:
- Any modern Intel or AMD processor
- 2GB RAM, 4GB or more with Windows 7 and 8.x
- 10GB free hard drive space
- One high quality graphic adapter set to resolution 1024x768 or higher OR two graphic adapters or a dual-output adapter with the primary adapter set to resolution 800x600 (or higher) and the secondary adapter set to resolution 640x480 or 800x600
- One or more primary computer displays for the operator and/or chairman
- If a secondary display output is used, a large format LCD or LED display or video projector. DO NOT use plasma displays
- One free RS-232 serial port for the Central Unit, another free RS-232 port if using camera follow
- Windows Vista, 7 or 8.x, 32 or 64 bit
- Mouse
- Keyboard
- Printer