Hey Folks- Another neat, lowcost option is Roku Labs new BrightSign: Digital Sign and Kiosk Controller http://www.rokulabs.com/digital_brightsign.php It's only $299 and has loads of sweet features. I have yet to use one, but I am a big fan of Roku.
Features include: Automatically plays DVD quality video and audio from CompactFlash card Automatically plays slide shows in high-definition from CompactFlash card BrightScript for powerful interactive displays and kiosks Decodes standard MPEG2 files up to D1 resolution in real time, and scales video to a standard-def or high-def output resolution Supports multiple audio channels and switching between them Drives standard VGA, Component, S-Video or Composite displays Two USB host ports for connecting touch screens, keyboards, or speakers Control port for driving LEDs or accepting button or custom inputs Create content using industry standard video and photo editing tools Easy in-field software upgrades via Flash cards Let me know if anyone has played with one. I'd love to hear about their experiences. Best, Scott Scott Sayre Sandbox Studios / Museum411 Education ? Technology ? Art 2520 Colfax Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota 55405 v) 612.423.9691 f) 612.377.4848 http://www.sandboxstudios.org http://www.museum411.com AOLIM/iChat/Skype: zbarscott
