The touch function works with a MacBook Pro 2024 with M4 chip, as the monitor supports multi-touch and gesture control under macOS. A USB-C cable is recommended for connecting and using the touch function, as video, touch signals and power supply can be transmitted simultaneously via USB-C. The USB-C cable therefore enables a simple one-cable solution for image, touch and power delivery.
Normally the touch on mac is not supported as no mac product has the touchscreen. in my tests I noticed that generally if the cursor is placed on the external screen, all in all it works but I have not tested it in depth because I am not interested. some users have found it useful to install external drivers like those provided by touch-base.com
Yes, you can use the display with an Android tablet in portrait format. The monitor is Android compatible and offers a USB-C connection that supports transmission of video, audio and touch signals, allowing you to use both devices in portrait mode to view applications with pages on each device. In addition, the monitor has a lightweight design and a foldable stand that allows the angle to be adjusted for more comfortable viewing.
You will need a separate power cable to supply power to the display. The Raspberry Pi 5 cannot supply enough power via its USB or HDMI ports to fully power the display. Therefore, the display should be supplied with power via its own USB-C port or another suitable power supply cable.
You will need an HDMI cable to connect the Raspberry Pi 5 to the display, as the display has an HDMI port.
Just recently used it with a much older Pi (can't remember which model). Display worked fine, touch input didn't, but I didn't try to set it up either.
I received this from Digitec today, and am generally impressed. When it's connected to my Samsung S24 phone, or Acer (Windows 11) laptop, it works brilliantly straightaway. With my MacBook Air (2022) though, it's a little strange. The display works fine, but the Touch part is odd.
Sometimes, I'll tap on the screen, and it'll work fine. Other times (with the same cable, same MacBook) the taps are completely ignored, and other times I tap on the screen, but my MacBook registers the tap as being on the Macbook Air's own display, rather than on the monitor, so the tap is registered in completely the wrong place.
Has anyone else had issues with using this with a MacBook ?
The MINIX SF16T Touch Monitor can also be used as an additional monitor for a desktop PC, but with some restrictions:
- Touch function: the touch function of the SF16T Touch Monitor works best when it is connected via a USB-C port with DP Alt mode, which is not the case with many desktop PCs. Without a USB-C port with DP Alt mode, the touch function cannot be used. An HDMI cable or an adapter such as the H1 would enable image transmission, but not the touch function.
- Connection without touch: If you want to use the version without touch (SF16) or the SF16T without the touch function, you can connect the device to your desktop PC via the full-size HDMI port. This enables image transmission, but not the touch function.
- Additional connections: It is important to note that the device also has USB-C and USB-A ports, which can act as a HUB, but a corresponding USB-C port is required for the touch function.
So overall, it is possible to use the device as an additional monitor for a desktop PC, but the touch function will only work with a corresponding USB-C connection.
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