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Models

A model is the AI that generates answers and reasoning for Jobs, background maintenance, or Voice Mode.

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Model and agent are different

The model generates the response. The agent gives it instructions, tools, memory, Job context, and permission-controlled actions.

Local, Online, and Hybrid

  • Local uses a model downloaded to this computer.
    ModelsChoose Local, Online, or Hybrid
    LocalDownloaded model on this computerlocal
    OnlineConfigured provider or compatible endpointonline
    HybridLocal first with configured escalation tiersactive
    The model picker separates Local, Online, and Hybrid choices.
  • Online sends the request to a model provider you have connected.
  • Hybrid chooses between your configured local and online models. Hybrid is a routing setting, not its own model.

Choosing a model

Start with TurnPanel’s hardware recommendation. You can choose a model for one Job or set defaults for a Space or App. Background maintenance and Voice Mode have their own model settings.