Re: Does anybody make a Wall Mount for PDAs?

[Frank Olson <Use_the_email_links@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jack Edin wrote:
> Hi gang!
>
> I have a few Dell Axim x50v PDA devices I want to use around the house
> for various home automation tasks.
>
> These have a bright, clear VGA (640 x 480) display with a touchscreen -
> and 802.11, Bluetooth, etc.
>
> Compared to other specialized touchscreen solutions, a PDA is a poor
> man's alternative.
>
> Elk Products just came out with software (ElkRM) that can control their
> mighty M1, and it works on a VGA PDA!
>
> Another fine PDA software application is from Rudeo, and with it one can
> control a computer's Media Player. It works very well, in real-time too!
>
> I need a way to mount (and power) a PDA onto a wall.
>
> I would like to be able to push-in, and pop-out the PDA to take it
> portable...
>
> I expect to have to run power to it inside the wall, and a small whole
> will be necessary for the cable.
>
> Otherwise a surface-mount would not require a big hole, where a
> flush-mount probably would. Sheetrock's cheap, right?!!
>
> Anybody seen anything that'll work?
>
> I've seen vehicle windshield mounts, on a flexible gooseneck... Not
> ideal...
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jack
> ;-)


Hi Jack:

There are a number of off-the-shelf solutions that would fit your
application.  I'd suggest a proper metal enclosure that you can flush
mount that's large enough to house the PDA, and provide the necessary
knock-outs for the wiring you're going to require.  It doesn't matter
how deep the box is, as there are many hobby solutions out there that
will "stand-off" the unit and still provide a rigid enough backing.  You
  can then "frame" the PDA with a brushed aluminum or stainless steel
plate (or cut a piece of plastic to fit).  Keep it in place with some
velcro attached to the back (not enough to make it difficult to remove
though).

Good luck!

Frank Olson
http://www.yoursecuritysource.com