02/12/09
Heading: The new Casio IT-800 – the PDA will brawn and brains
Copy: Casio, world leaders in PDA technology and its Australian mobile
business solutions partner ASP Microcomputers (asp.com.au), have released
the latest IT-800 series – but not before testing it to breaking point.
The result is a multi-functional, sophisticated industrial-strength PDA with both
brawn and brains that will stand up to the rough and tumble of today’s
demanding business environments.
The Casio IT-800 is made tough: shock resistant against falls to concrete up
to 1.5 metres, vibration tested up to 3G, dust and water splash-proof to IP54
level, a display panel that survives a 530g steel ball impact from a height of
25cm and fully operational in temperatures between -20°C and +50°C.
For 24/7 on-demand data capture and real-time communication, indoors or
outdoors and regardless of the environment or task at hand, the Casio IT-800
series offers a wireless communication technology to match your
requirements - high speed 3G WWAN (HSDPA), WLAN (IEEE802.11b/g) and
Bluetooth are supported as well as mobile phone capability using the GSM
network.
In addition, all models of the IT-800 come with an integrated contactless smart
card reader/writer.
These combinations of technologies really do make the IT-800 the ultimate
industrial PDA for use in most business applications.
Impact Resistant LCD Display
Casio breakthroughs in LCD design result in industry-leading brightness and
contrast ratio. Text and images on the screen are highly visible in all lighting
conditions, including strong sunlight. In addition, the Casio LCD consumes far
less power than conventional designs for longer battery life. The display
incorporates a shock-absorbing material between the touch panel and LCD to
absorb considerable impacts.
Contactless Smart Card Reader/Writer
Typically used for passenger transport ticketing and ID or membership cards it
provides a robust and secure method for users and customers to interact with
a handheld device.
GPS Functionality
The GPS receiver integrated in all WWAN models enables real-time location
based applications to be developed including more efficient routing of
logistics, post or retail leading to significant savings in fuel and labour costs.
The GPS tagging of work-flow events such as the delivery of a parcel or the
capturing of an image for evidence purposes, offers increased traceability
within your solutions and improvements in customer service.
Superior Scanning Capability
The IT-800 is a fast, accurate and versatile laser scanner for applications
including 1D and 2D symbologies with C-MOS imagers available on some
models.
There are a variety of features available for achieving optimum reading
performance, including an improved decode engine and enhanced hardware
performance including a high speed CPU and large RAM capacity.
Ergonomic Design
Weighing only 340g for the full-featured model, the IT-800 comfortably fits into
any pocket. The keypad has been carefully designed to be compact yet easy
to use with the most commonly used keys all within easy reach of the user's
thumb. There are four colour coded function keys (F1 to F4), separated
slightly from the main keys, and three trigger keys allowing the device to be
easily used in either hand.
2.0 Megapixel Camera
Available in some models the camera boasts a powerful autofocus feature to
capture high quality images for such tasks as identifying damaged goods,
document capture and vehicle license number identification. The capturing of
digital images can be incorporated seamlessly into the work-flow of the
application.
Microsoft® Windows Mobile® 6.5
The IT-800 series comes with Windows Mobile® Version 6.5 as the operating
platform. Two editions are available: Professional for WWAN models and
Classic for other models. This is the latest platform for mobile devices and
PDAs and is ideally suited for use as a basis for an enterprise or business
solution. Windows Mobile 6.5 brings you the latest enhancements to the PDA
user interface, allows efficient handling of various wireless technologies and
opens up the possibility to run existing commercially available packages and
software for the Windows Mobile family of devices.
Versatile Configurations
An SDIO slot, microSD slot and SIM card slot, all with industry standard
specifications, are integrated dependent on the model. A special expansion
port on the back of the device allows extra optional devices to be added to
create a truly tailored version of the IT-800 to adapt to new and emerging
technologies.
About ASP Microcomputers
ASP is a provider of business technology solutions throughout Australia and
overseas. With more than 30 years in design and the successful deployment
of fully integrated data capture solutions, ASP occupies a unique position to
offer cost-effective, scalable, robust and efficient solutions to the marketplace.
ASP’s experience in translating the business process and functional
requirements into user-friendly applications, benefits clients in realising
system efficiencies and increased productivity.
For more information on the Casio range of Mobile Business Solutions visit
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