Rugged handheld has barcode reader

Two Technologies announced a ruggedized handheld computer targeting applications including law enforcement, security, medical, and hospitality. Running Windows CE 5.0 on a 520MHz Marvell PXA270, the "Safari" includes barcode scanning, Bluetooth, WiFi, a 26- or 41-key keyboard, plus optional GPS and cellular modules, the company says.(Click here for a larger view of the Two Technologies Safari)According to Two Technologies, the Safari has a case constructed of Cycoloy, an ABS/polycarbonate blend that resists chemical substances and offers "superior drop and shock protection." The case allows the Safari to withstand 1.5-meter drops onto concrete, and to meet IP 6x standards for resistance to water and dust intrusion, the company claims. Touted as being orderable in a variety of custom colors, with customer-specific logos and key graphics, the Safari comes with either the 26-key keyboard shown in the picture above, or the 41-key keyboard shown at the right. Both keyboards are available with optional LED keyboard backlighting. Featuring a 1D barcode reader, the Safari also has buttons on its left and right sides to trigger scans.The Safari has a 3.5-inch touchscreen display with 320 x 240 resolution. Its processor is Marvell's 520MHz PXA270, with 128MB of RAM, 128MB of flash storage, and an SD expansion slot for adding memory.
Two Technologies's Safari has a multi-interface connector (left) and an RFID reader that hangs on its back (right)Like many handhelds, the Safari has a standard 2.5mm connector for headphones. Its other I/O, however, is via the "multi-interface" connector shown (above left), which is said to convey USB 1.1 host/client and RS232 signals. The device supplies 5VDC power to optional RFID or GPS modules, which hang onto the back of the device as shown, above right.Also listed by Two Technologies is an available GSM/GRPS/EDGE cellular data module. Meanwhile, Bluetooth, 802.11b/g wireless, and IrDA infrared are standard on the Safari internally.Finally, while it didn't cite operating times, Two Technologies says the Safari is available either with a standard 2200mAh battery pack, or an optional 4000mAh pack.As on its earlier ruggedized handhelds, the Hydrus, Two Technologies retains Windows CE 5.0 as its operating system. No further software details were provided, but the device apparently has a standard Windows CE desktop, and allows purchasers to install their choice of compatible applications.Features and specifications listed by Two Technologies for the Safari include:
Processor -- Marvell PXA270 clocked at 520MHz
Memory -- 128MB of RAM and 128MB of flash storage
Display -- 3.5-inch touchscreen display with 320 x 240 resolution
Keys -- 26- or 41-key alphanumeric keyboard
Barcode scanning -- 1D, including Codabar, Code 11, Code 128/ UCC EAN-128, Code 39, Code 93, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC/EAN, RSS-14 (DataBar), Industrial 2 of 5, and Matrix 2 of 5
Wireless:
WLAN -- 802.11b/g
PAN -- Bluetooth 1.2
WWAN -- GSM/GPRS/EDGE (optional module)
GPS (optional module)
Other I/O:
1 x RS232
1 x USB host
1 x USB client
5VDC output to peripherals
Battery type -- 2200mAh or 4000mAh lithium-ion battery pack
Operating temperature -- -10 to 50 deg. C
Dimensions -- 6.1 x 3.23 x 1.22 inches (155 x 82 x 31mm)
Weight -- 14.1 ounces (400g) with standard battery pack
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