PENTAGRAM Virtuoso SE P 2501
VIRTUOSO graphic tablet – the end of Wacom's monopoly
PENTAGRAM was the first company to end WACOM's monopoly on use of electromagnetic induction technology in graphic tablets. For the first time an independent producer offers a graphic tablet with a wireless and batteryless pen and pen tilt detection.
Virtuoso will appeal to all graphic professionals: artists, DTP specialists and designers who appreciate a precise and dependable tool, with which they can unleash their creativity and abilities. It can be used to accomplish many tasks: drawing, sketching, 3D modeling and photo editing.
Use of electromagnetic induction technology eliminates pen battery, making the stylus lightweight and balanced. Tablet is also able to detect pen tilt and emulate painting with tools like airbrush.
High sensitivity
Detection of 1024 pressure levels means line thickness, color saturation and other brush dynamics effects are very natural and can be achieved in the same manner you would achieve them when drawing on canvas, paper, or any other surface of your choice.
High resolution, precision and data speed
Virtuoso is designed for professionals and has the technical abilities to match their skills. A precise working area with resolution of 5080 lpi, can read pen movement at 220 points per second, with the accuracy of 0,1 mm, efficiently eliminating “stuttering” and jagged shapes.
Ergonomics and work comfort
Tablet active area conforms to theA5 size format (203 x 152 mm) and has been optimized for most common graphical tasks allowing for drawing with natural hand movement. The work area surface is made of special rubber that creates natural resistance just as would a sheet of paper do. It features three programmable touch buttons, eraserbutton and touch slider with scroll and zoom functions. Touch buttons are easy to set up and can used to launch favorite applications, or use tools in alternative modes.
Stylish design
From technical specifications to workmanship Virtuoso is designed to impress. From the first glance at its glassy surface, smooth edges around the touch panels, its round, ergonomic shapes and durable drawing surface, Virtuoso makes a lasting impression.
Easy installation and compatibility
Tablet is fast and easy to install. Virtuoso works with all graphic programs and is compatible with Windows Vista. Using Virtuoso with Windows Vista enables special handwriting recognition tools and Microsoft Journal application, virtual notebook for all your notes and personalized messages.
Virtuoso works with: Windows 2000/XP/Vista, MacOS X 10.4.x
Virtuoso offers the best price to value ratio. A definite best buy!
Tablet can be compared to much more expensive Wacom Intuos3 A5 model.
Comparison chart: PENTAGRAM vs WACOM
| PENTAGRAM VIRTUOSO | WACOM INTUOS3 A5 |
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| Tablet | ||
| Size | A5 | A5 |
| Work area | 203 x 152 mm | 203 x 152 mm |
| Shortcut keys | 4 + scroll | 8 + 2 x scroll |
| Resolution | 5080 lpi | 5080 lpi |
| Max. reading height | 10 mm | 6 mm |
| Max. reading speed | 220 pps | 200 pps |
| Pen(cordless / batteryless) | ||
| Electromagnetic induction | yes | yes |
| Tilt detection | yes | yes |
| Stylus buttons | 1 | 2 |
| Pressure levels | 1024 | 1024 |
| Eraser | no | yes |
| Accuracy | ±0,1 | ±0,25mm |
| Tablet | |
| Size | A5 |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 350 x 275 x 10 |
| Active area | 203 x 152 mm |
| Touch buttons | 4 + scroll |
| Resolution | 5080 lpi |
| Max. reading height | 10 mm |
| Max. reading speed | 220 pps |
| Pen(cordless / batteryless) | |
| Power source | electromagnetic induction |
| Pen tilt | yes |
| Pen buttons | 1 |
| Pressure levels | 1024 |
| Acuracy | ±0,1 |
| Software | |
| Drivers | Windows 2000 / XP / VISTA 32 i 64 bit |
| MacOS 10.4 |
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| Tablet software | PenMark, PenSign, PenWrite, PenMail |
| Tech support | phone, fax, e-mail & www |
| Guarantee | 24 months |
| Content | 1. Tablet Virtuoso |
| 2. Pen |
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| 3. Pen holder |
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| 4. Additional pen tips (5) |
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| 6. CD with drivers and software |
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| 7. Manual |
The trends-focused trendz.pl portal tested the Pentagram Virtuoso graphics tablet and found it great.
“The Pentagram Virtuoso egged me on to digital drawing. It turned my bias against the tablets into admiration. I truly recommend it!”
The tablet scored the maximum number of points in the design category (5/5) and technology (5/5), and the total final score was (4.7/5).
Samples from the summary:
“The Pentagram Virtuoso is an ideal tablet for graphics professionals, and for virtual drawing newbies as well. A big advantage is the ease of use and no difference between a normal pen and the stylus.”
The Pentagram Virtuoso is an A5 tablet. It comes with a battery-less stylus, and the tablet surface is able to detect the stylus inclination. In addition, high resolution (5080 lpi) and pressure sensitivity (1024 levels) allow for precise use of graphics tools.
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The Pentagram Virtuoso tablet, designed for professional applications, took the 3rd place in the HIT IT 2009 ranking, based on a poll conducted among readers of computer magazines.
The editorial teams of CD-Action and PC Format magazines proposed as many as 71 products in 11 categories to receive the HIT IT 2009 title. The readers’ votes gave the podium to Pentagram Virtuoso in the “Accessories” category.The state-of-the-art technologies implemented in Virtuoso, such as the battery-less pen, pen pressure level and tilt recognition, gained the readers’ appreciation.
Pentagram overcame such brands as: Microsoft, Linksys, Genius, Icon7 and Razer. Poll details.