Sentinel LaunchPad™ Desktop Computer

$499.95

This tiny 5 ounce computer sports a 2GHz quad-core CPU, 4GB RAM, 128GB solid-state storage, 2 USB 2.0 ports, 2 USB 3.0 ports, two high definition display outputs and front panel color status/control screen. When equipped with an HD display (or two) and other peripherals, the LaunchPad provides all the capabilities of personal computers, smart televisions and videogame systems all in one device with unified and simplified parental controls. With the LaunchPad, parents can manage their child’s use of technology for academics, web exploration, video gaming and social media all in one place. It is safe enough to be placed in a child’s bedroom with no additional software or parental control service required.

Included: LaunchPad, Power Supply, Micro HDMI to HDMI cable and Documentation.

Required peripherals not included: 1080p Display with HDMI Input, USB Keyboard and mouse.
Click here for more information on compatible peripherals

Network Connectivity and WIFI - Base model supports:

  • Wired Gigabit Ethernet networking (highest performance for cloud gaming). This can be connected to your home Ethernet network or cabled to a Mesh System Hub with an Ethernet jack.

  • Dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) WIFI only for environments with very strong WIFI signal such as when a high performance router or Mesh System Hub is located in the same or adjacent room. This will not be high performance and not suitable for cloud gaming.

Networking Options:

  • 1200 Mbps WIFI Extender (connects to wired Gigabit Ethernet port).

  • High Speed Dual Band WIFI Router used as an Extender and supports cloud gaming (connects to wired Gigabit Ethernet port).

Audio Outputs - Base model supports:

  • Analog Audio out via 3.5mm jack

  • HDMI audio (when supported by display)

  • Bluetooth 5.0 (limited to 5-10 ft. range)

Audio Options

  • USB HD Audio Adapter provides an audio / microphone input and higher quality audio than from the 3.5mm jack. Not necessary for audio output if 1080p display supports audio output and Bedtime Sleep mode is not used.

  • USB Long Range Bluetooth Adapter for both audio and input devices.

This tiny 5 ounce computer sports a 2GHz quad-core CPU, 4GB RAM, 128GB solid-state storage, 2 USB 2.0 ports, 2 USB 3.0 ports, two high definition display outputs and front panel color status/control screen. When equipped with an HD display (or two) and other peripherals, the LaunchPad provides all the capabilities of personal computers, smart televisions and videogame systems all in one device with unified and simplified parental controls. With the LaunchPad, parents can manage their child’s use of technology for academics, web exploration, video gaming and social media all in one place. It is safe enough to be placed in a child’s bedroom with no additional software or parental control service required.

Included: LaunchPad, Power Supply, Micro HDMI to HDMI cable and Documentation.

Required peripherals not included: 1080p Display with HDMI Input, USB Keyboard and mouse.
Click here for more information on compatible peripherals

Network Connectivity and WIFI - Base model supports:

  • Wired Gigabit Ethernet networking (highest performance for cloud gaming). This can be connected to your home Ethernet network or cabled to a Mesh System Hub with an Ethernet jack.

  • Dual band (2.4GHz and 5GHz) WIFI only for environments with very strong WIFI signal such as when a high performance router or Mesh System Hub is located in the same or adjacent room. This will not be high performance and not suitable for cloud gaming.

Networking Options:

  • 1200 Mbps WIFI Extender (connects to wired Gigabit Ethernet port).

  • High Speed Dual Band WIFI Router used as an Extender and supports cloud gaming (connects to wired Gigabit Ethernet port).

Audio Outputs - Base model supports:

  • Analog Audio out via 3.5mm jack

  • HDMI audio (when supported by display)

  • Bluetooth 5.0 (limited to 5-10 ft. range)

Audio Options

  • USB HD Audio Adapter provides an audio / microphone input and higher quality audio than from the 3.5mm jack. Not necessary for audio output if 1080p display supports audio output and Bedtime Sleep mode is not used.

  • USB Long Range Bluetooth Adapter for both audio and input devices.

Tenda AC1200 WIFI Extender (when purchased with LaunchPad)
$19.95
High Speed WIFI Extender for Cloud Gaming (when purchased with LaunchPad)
$59.95
LaunchPad USB Long Range Bluetooth Adapter (when purchased with LaunchPad)
$19.95
LaunchPad USB HD Audio Adapter (when purchased with LaunchPad)
$9.95

Designed for children 8 years of age and older, the LaunchPad™ serves as a safer alternative to smartphones and personal computers for teens and preteens. The LaunchPad™ can be connected to a television in the family room or a computer display in a child’s bedroom.