Any control of iPad system prefs in Lion Server or Configurator

I've been working with Configurator to set up some test iPads to be used in a library environment, and haven't seen any place where I can disable system sounds, keyboard clicks etc - does anyone know if this is possible under Configurator or Lion Server ?
Also is there a way to not allow logging out of the Apple ID once the device is configured or to block system preferences all together once configured.
Thanks
Rich

If you do not see something listed on the restrictions list on an individual ipad under settings- general- restrictions then there is not a way to block or disable it. IOS 6 may provide for more control. It will allow for disabling the home button but beyond that we will have to see.

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