All TCF consoles use standard wall power, which may include external battery support, and are air cooled via air venting in the bullnose for this “desktop” unit, in conjunction with exhaust fans behind the display unit. Modularity of the console family makes assembly/disassembly possible during installation or maintenance, as required. Maintenance of the “desktop” unit is from the front via removal of either the large touch screen or the flat panel, while all cabling is to the back below the fans. At least 24” of maintenance access is available through the large touch screen/flat panel and at least 8” of cable way space is available in the back for cable runs.

This console family is targeted to support a “thick client” (e.g., workstation), “thin client” (e.g., PC-like), or “ultra thin client” (e.g., network appliance). As such, these clients may still need some type of backroom “server” support where the majority of the applications reside. The Desktop console is the lowest cost, lightest weight, and most versatile version within the TCF family to provide intranet-like support for the Fleet. In conjunction with smart card or biometric technology, it is expected that the Desktop console will provide hundreds of secure access points throughout the ship spaces such that any “desktop” can service any user at anytime.

All of these TCF products are designed for the harsh Naval environment to meet MIL-S-901D Grade A shock tests and MIL-STD-167-1 vibration tests. The “desktop” unit, the display unit modules, and the bullnose unit have integrated shock isolation to help prevent damage to the internal electronic assemblies, displays, and various user interface devices during operation and deployment in the Fleet. Additionally, the various components that are installed within any console can be ruggedized as required