As its name suggests the FX-Duo has a number of dual functions which enhance its versatility. Educators will be thrilled to discover that as well as the pen or touch finger activation, the FX-Duo is able to support multiple users. So two students and or a teacher and pupil could be using the board simultaneously during a lesson, a feature which perfectly lends itself to a classroom and group activities.
Using Hitachi’s Starboard Software, teachers using the FX-Duo can also easily move images around with a touch of a finger and have full control of the zoom function with a sweep of the hand. Hitachi’s Product Specialist, Peter Kerrison believes FX-Duo takes whiteboard technology into a new era. He commented: “We have responded to the needs of the classroom with the new Duo Board. Teachers need a flexible tool that can be used by all pupils for an interactive lesson – whatever their age and ability. Younger children find it easier to use fingers but at the same time schools need hardwearing whiteboards. The Duo Board provides the answer.”
Unlike other interactive whiteboards which are touchsensitive, the Duo board’s unique technology means it will continue to operate no matter what rigours its surface is forces to endure e.g. scratches or dents. This makes it extremely cost-effective and appealing particularly to uninterrupted learning.
FX-Duo at a glance
- Robust surface – The surface is robust and the whiteboard works even if there are scratches/dent on the surface.
- Low reflection – Thanks to the special coating of the surface, projector reflection is minimized and it is gentle for eyesight.
- Input Methods – It is possible to use a finger/object in addition to Electronic Pen to operate the whiteboard (two stylus pens are bundled)
- Simultaneous Inputs – It is possible to operate the whiteboard using both hands (gestures). Scroll and zoom-in/zoom-out are available in StarBoard Software
- Field Replacement Digitizer – The digitizer is detachable and it is unnecessary to send the whole unit for repairing
- Electronic Pen (Optional: AH00180) – There are three side buttons and users can assign mouse events as desired.”
