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Alto Unveils New-gen Touchscreen Cadence Panels
By: Matt Thurber
Caption: Available in 3.5- and 4.3-inch sizes for cabin applications or 10.1-inch for galley
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Alto Aviation has released a new generation of Cadence cabin management system panels in touchscreen and M3 Metal formats for aftermarket cabin upgrades. The panels—designed for retrofit into business jets, turboprops, and VIP aircraft—were introduced today at the Aircraft Electronics Association Convention in Dallas.
Capable of controlling lighting, in-flight entertainment, power, galley appliances, attendant call, shades, climate, and system settings, the panels are available in 3.5- and 4.3-inch sizes for cabin applications and in a 10.1-inch galley touchscreen monitor. The panels’ graphical user interface is customizable and features power over Ethernet, and they fit in seat armrests, side ledges, bulkheads, and divans. M3 Metal switch panels can be fitted as independent units or paired with the touchscreen panels. A key feature of the Metal panels is that they do not show wear, according to Alto.
“This launch is a milestone for us,” said Scott Sweet, v-p of sales at Alto parent Heads Up Technologies. “We listened closely to our customers, and what they wanted was simple: modern controls that look beautiful, feel great to use, and integrate easily into older aircraft. Our new touchscreen panels and M3 Metal panels do exactly that. They bring today’s cabin experience to yesterday’s aircraft, and we’re genuinely excited to put this technology into the hands of operators, completion centers, and owners who deserve solutions that elevate every flight.”