Frequently Asked Questions about Magic Touch

Laureate now offers Magic Touch add-on touch screens and integrated monitors. The Magic Touch add-on touch screen is the most affordable touch screen on the market. It can be easily mounted on your monitor or laptop and is available in a variety of sizes. The integrated LCD monitor offers a complete touch solution yet the monitor, touch screen and controller can be serviced separately. Both models enable you to interact with the computer by simply touching the screen with a finger or soft tip pen.
Should I buy an add-on touch screen or an integrated monitor?
The add-on touch screen and integrated monitor work the same way, however, the integrated monitor is preferred for younger users.

Do I need to buy special software?
No, touch screens work with any software that uses a mouse.

Can I still use my mouse?
Yes, you can use both the touch screen and a mouse at the same time.

How do I determine my monitor size for an add-on touch screen?
If you have a standard monitor (not a wide screen or a laptop), you should measure the glass diagonally to determine your monitor and touch screen size.

If you’re not sure, or if you have a wide screen or laptop, measure the height and width of your monitor's viewable area (the glass surface, not the frame) and compare these measurements to the chart below to choose the model that will best fit your monitor.

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Remember, selecting the right add-on touch screen model is important.  The touch screen's active area can be larger but not smaller than the monitor's viewable area.  The add-on screen shouldn't be too much larger, although it will still work, it may be difficult to mount properly on your monitor and can be awkward.

If you remain unsure which model to order, you can email us the height and width measurements of both the viewable area and monitor frame, include the type of monitor (laptop, flat LCD or large LCD) and we will request a sizing recommendation of the manufacturer for you.

Add-on Unit
Item Number
Viewable Area  Width
Viewable Area Height
13-15" monitor 893-MW-WB 12" (304.8 mm) 9" (228.6 mm)
16-17" monitor 894-MW-WB 13.5" (343 mm) 10.75" (273 mm)
18-21" monitor 895-MW-WB 17" (431.8 mm) 13" (330.2 mm)
12-14" laptop 896-MW-WB 11.3" (287 mm)   8.54" (217 mm)
15" laptop 897-MW-WB 12.05" (306 mm) 9.25" (235 mm)
15" widescreen Laptop 898-MW-WB 13.2" (335 mm) 8.39" (213 mm)
17" widescreen Laptop
or Monitor
899-MW-WB 15.24" (387 mm) 9.92" (252 mm)
19" widescreen monitor 900-MW-WB 16.6" (422 mm) 10.94" (278 mm)
22" widescreen monitor 901-MW-WB 19.44" (493.8 mm) 12.60" (320 mm)
24" widescreen monitor 902-MW-WB 21.51" (546.4 mm) 13.86" (352 mm)
 
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