Product Overview

The Planar Helium PCT2235 blends a 22" FHD panel with precise 10-point projected-capacitive touch. Its Helium dual-hinge desk stand goes from completely flat to a steep 70° tilt for handwriting, signatures, and kiosk-style interaction. Anti-glare finish, integrated speakers, and VESA mounting make deployment flexible across retail, education, and office spaces.

Key Features

• 22" (21.5" viewable) Full HD 1920×1080 LCD • 10-point projected-capacitive touch
• Helium stand: adjusts from flat to ~70° tilt for natural touch posture
• Connectivity: HDMI • DisplayPort • VGA • USB (upstream for touch) • 3.5 mm audio-in
• Integrated speakers • VESA 100×100 for arm or wall mounting
• HID-compliant touch (no special drivers on modern Windows)

Specifications

• Brightness: ~250 nits • Contrast: 1000:1 • Response time: ~14 ms (typ.)
• Viewing angles: 178°/178° (wide) • Color: 16.7M
• Viewable size: 21.5" • Pixel format: 1920×1080 • Aspect: 16:9
• Product dimensions: 1.9" × 19.3" × 11.8" • Weight: 7.9 lb
• Mount: VESA 100×100 • Power: energy-efficient LED backlight

Technical Details

Projected-capacitive (PCAP) registers up to ten simultaneous touches with high accuracy for tap, swipe, pinch, and drag gestures. Use the included USB upstream cable to enable touch. DP/HDMI deliver digital video; VGA supports legacy hosts. The dual-hinge stand provides stable low-angle interaction without external risers.

Highlights

• Flat-to-tilt ergonomics for comfortable signing and annotation
• Simple, broad compatibility (HDMI/DP/VGA + HID touch)
• Clean installs via VESA mount and integrated audio

Why this is the best choice

If you’re building an interactive workstation, kiosk, or shared desk, the Planar Helium PCT2235 is a smart, reliable choice. Its 22-inch Full HD panel gives you crisp text and ample on-screen controls without overwhelming your reach zone, while 10-point PCAP touch delivers the smooth, phone-like responsiveness you expect for swipes, pinches, and multi-user taps. The standout is the Helium Dual-Hinge Stand, which adjusts from lay-flat to an upright 70°, so you can shift from collaborative tabletop interactions to comfortable, angled work in seconds—great for check-in counters, retail demos, education, and creative sketching or annotating. With HDMI/DisplayPort/VGA, it plugs into modern and legacy PCs and media players, and the integrated speakers handle system sounds, training clips, and quick calls without adding desk clutter. VESA mounting expands your options to arms, walls, and kiosks for clean, secure installations. Compared with typical touch monitors, this one stands out for its flexible positioning and broad connectivity, helping you adapt to different users and spaces. Trade-offs are modest: as with most built-in speakers, audio is basic, and a 22-inch FHD canvas prioritizes touch-friendly clarity over ultra-dense, color-critical layouts. If you expect heavy hands-on use, keep a microfiber cloth nearby to wipe away fingerprints and keep the glass pristine.

Material Quality

The dual-hinge mechanism is sturdy for repeated press/drag inputs, while the matte surface and robust chassis keep the screen stable and readable under mixed lighting.

Design and Functionality

Transition from upright viewing to desk-level touch in seconds. VESA 100×100 enables arm/wall mounting; integrated speakers reduce peripheral clutter in tight spaces.

Performance and Effectiveness

10-point PCAP ensures responsive gesture tracking for Windows apps and kiosk experiences. Wide-angle viewing maintains color/contrast when multiple users crowd around.

Innovation or Exclusive Features

The Helium stand’s flat-to-70° range is uncommon at this price, enabling natural signing and annotation without external stands or risers.

Value for Money

Combines touch, adjustable stand, speakers, and universal video inputs—reducing deployment cost versus piecing together overlays, audio, and mounts.

Comparison with Competitors

Compared with glass-overlay models, PCAP with anti-glare reduces reflections and preserves clarity; versus fixed-tilt units, the Helium stand delivers a more ergonomic touch angle.

Warranty and Support

Backed by Planar’s limited 3-year coverage in many regions, plus downloadable manuals, CAD drawings, and utilities for integrators.

Maintenance and Ease of Use

Connect USB for touch and your preferred video input for display. Keep hinges dust-free and wipe the matte surface with a soft, dry cloth.

Final Verdict

A dependable 22" business touch display with excellent ergonomics and broad compatibility—ideal for kiosks, POS, signage control, and collaborative desktops.

• ✅ Pros: 10-point PCAP, flat-to-70° Helium stand, HDMI/DP/VGA, integrated speakers, VESA mount
• ⚠️ Cons: 60 Hz FHD is office-oriented; brightness is modest for sunlit storefronts
• 🎯 Unique: Flat-to-tilt dual-hinge design enabling true desk-level interaction without extra hardware