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VRC 8900 Computer from Symbol

Symbol VRC 8900 series vehicle radio computer  

New breed of mobile device for the harshest warehouse and factory environments
The new Symbol VRC 8900 mobile data terminal from Symbol Technologies is an industry first- a rugged device for use in the toughest environments with the industry-standard Windows CE operating system and a full-screen color display. Sealed for protection against dust and water (to IP65 standards), and shock-tested to 24G, the Symbol VRC 8900 is reliable in the most extreme temperature and environmental conditions, and easily tolerates sub-zero freezers as well as the vibration and repetitive pounding of forklift applications.

Designed for distribution centers, factory floors, and warehouses, the Symbol VRC 8900 supports real-time receiving, tracking, put-away, picking and shipping, and 1D and 2D scanning applications- and delivers a new level of benefits wherever implemented.

Full suite of features
The Symbol VRC 8900 combines best-in-class features to deliver the highest levels of performance, usability, and flexibility including:

Performance

• The fastest processor available today for Windows CE
• Industry-standard operating system provides instant user familiarity and strong application-development support
• The memory you need to support your applications

Usability

• Works with all forklifts - propane, gasoline and electric
• Large, bright, high-resolution touchscreen enables easy reading and data management in any conditions
• Programmable function keys bring one-touch simplicity to common tasks
• Touchscreen and optional keyboard designed for use by gloved operators
• Internal power supply prevents data loss when main power is removed

Flexibility

• Easily integrate legacy applications as well as new applications as the business evolves
• Automatically update device with the most current software and system applications
• Supports wide array of Symbol scanners and Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs)

The Bottom Line
The rugged design and innovative features of the Symbol VRC 8900 enable immediate data capture and exchange in virtually any factory or warehouse environment. The result is a faster, better decision-making process, increased productivity, and a positive impact on profitability. The Symbol VRC 8900 is backed by Symbol's worldwide service repair and support network. Application development expertise is available through Symbol's strong network of Business Partners.

Symbol systems are critical to the success of businesses everywhere by enabling the capture, access and management of information in data-intensive, time-sensitive environments at the point of activity.

Symbol VRC 8900 series vehicle radio computer Features and benefits

• 12.1" SVGA touchscreen with 800x600 color display
  Large, bright display allows easy viewing in any lighting- from bright to dark
• IP65 and 24G shock tested
  Reliable in extreme temperature and environmental conditions, including the repetitive pounding of forklift applications
• Embedded Microsoft Windows CE OS
  Familiar interface; eliminates learning curve; enables use of common and custom applications
• Microsoft Internet Explorer Web browser
  Familiar interface reduces training time and costs
• Optional 62-key flexible illuminated keyboard with 24 function keys
  Easily accommodates gloved hands; provides data entry; increases productivity via function keys
• Intel StrongArm 1110 power Processor
  Dependable high performance, reliability and efficiency
• 32MB RAM/ROM32 MB non-volatile Flash
  Provides ample data storage and enhanced performance; enables flexibility to design server- or client-side programs
• Easily accessible touch-enabled membrane switch with 3 programmable keys, 2 LEDs, and Hi/Lo display
  Perform common tasks with a single press of a button; easily diagnose communication/power problems and adjust screen brightness
• Wavelink client-side emulator support infrastructure
  Integrated legacy and new applications as business evolves; leverage investment in existing
• AirBEAM Smart-enabled
  Reduces total cost of ownership: automatically update device with most current applications and system software: eliminate time and overhead associated with pre-staging and manual configuration
• Heater option
  Reliable operation in freezer/cold store/outdoor environments as low as -22F/ -30C
• Ergonomic handles
  Easy adjustment of terminal and keyboard

Symbol VRC 8900 series vehicle radio computer Specifications

Dimensions
12.2" H x 10.3" W x 3.4" D
30.9cm L x 26.2cm W x 8.6cm D

Weight
9.25lbs / 4.2kg (excluding mounting bracket and keyboard assembly)

Power supply
Internal wide range power supply (11-60 VDC)
Transient spike and overcurrent/voltage protected
Reverse polarity protected
Connects directly to vehicle battery Optional AC power supply

Backup battery
NiMH battery

Display
12.1" SVGA high contrast/brightness display; standard resistive touchscreen

Keyboard
62-key alphanumeric color-coded and sealed elastomer keyboard with tactile feedback; constant illumination; function keys F1-F24; universal QWERTY layout to include VT100/220, 3270 and 5250 functions; audible key beep; optional heated keyboard

Interface ports
Two RS232 serial ports; keyboard port; USB port (host or slave), power input

Performance characteristics

Operating system
Embedded Windows CE 3.0

Microprocessor
StrongARM SA 1110 @ 206MHz

Architecture
32bit

System memory
32MB of non-volatile Flash; 32MB of DRAM

Data communication
RS232 Serial ports (2), USB, keyboard

Terminal emulation
3270, 5250, VT100, VT220: supports Citrix, Windows Terminal Services

Programming tools
AirBEAM, Microsoft Embedded tools version 3.0, VRC 8900 SDK

User environment

Environmental sealing
Meets IP65 standards for protection against dust and water

Vibration
24G shock load

Operating temperature

Without heater
32 to 122F / 0 to 50C

With heater
-22 to 122F / -30 to 50C

Storage temperature
-4 to 158F / -20 to 70C

Humidity
5% to 95% non condensing

ESD
20kv air, 8kv contact

Wireless communications

Network
Spectrum24 IEEE 802.11 and 802.11b compliant

Output power
500mW US, 100mW worldwide

Data rate
2Mbps or 11Mbps

Spreading technique
Frequency hopping (2Mbps) / direct sequence (11Mbps)

Frequency range
Country dependent, typically 2.4 to 2.5GHz

Radio module
Internal PCMCIA

Security protocol
Kerberos (11Mbps only)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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