Melard Technologies Announces SCOUT HPC, the First Full Screen, Rugged Windows CE Device with Integrated Wireless Communications.ARMONK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 22, 1999-- New SCOUT HPC (Handheld PC) A palmtop computer that weighs less than one pound and runs specialized versions of popular applications. Microsoft coined the term for its Windows CE operating system, which is an abbreviated version of Windows. See Pocket PC. Provides Power, Performance, and Durability to Field Service Workforces Melard Technologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer of mobile computing Using a computing device while in transit. Mobile computing implies wireless transmission, but wireless transmission does not necessarily imply mobile computing. Fixed wireless applications use satellites, radio systems and lasers to transmit between permanent objects such as buildings and wireless communications wireless communications System using radio-frequency, infrared, microwave, or other types of electromagnetic or acoustic waves in place of wires, cables, or fibre optics to transmit signals or data. tools, announces SCOUT HPC, the first rugged, full screen, and integrated wireless Handheld PC  An editor has expressed concern that this article or section is .Please help improve the article by adding information and sources on neglected viewpoints, or by summarizing and powered by the Windows CE (Windows Consumer Electronics) Microsoft's version of Windows for handheld devices and embedded systems that use x86, ARM, MIPS and SHx CPUs. Windows CE .NET superseded Windows CE 3.0. Operating System operating system (OS) Software that controls the operation of a computer, directs the input and output of data, keeps track of files, and controls the processing of computer programs. . "Our customers and industry partners want cost effective, full screen solutions, that utilize the Windows CE Operating System. SCOUT HPC is a natural addition to our SCOUT line as we aggressively respond to the product and service needs of our customers," said Russell Schmidt, Vice President of Marketing, Melard Technologies, Inc. "Positioned as a lower cost alternative to Windows 95/98 systems, this lightweight compact rugged computer A rugged (or ruggedized) computer is a computer specifically designed to reliably operate in harsh usage environments and conditions, such as strong vibrations, extreme temperatures and wet or dusty conditions. provides a complete mobile solution to multiple industries such as field service, telecommunications, and cable," said Bob Wright, Product Manager, Melard Technologies, Inc. Weighing under 5 pounds, SCOUT HPC offers large, full VGA (Video Graphics Array) The display standard for the PC. All PC display adapters support VGA, and Windows machines boot up in "VGA mode" before switching to higher resolutions. , 7.2" color transflective or 7.5" monochrome transflective touch screens that provide true sunlight readability. SCOUT HPC's industrial design includes a full magnesium case, integrated Touch Pad pointing device An input device used to move the pointer (cursor) on screen. The major pointing device is the mouse for the desktop computer and the touchpad for the laptop, although many road warriors bring along a mouse. , and a water sealed Water seal may refer to:
tr.v. re·charged, re·charg·ing, re·charg·es To charge again, especially to reenergize a storage battery. re . SCOUT HPC has extensive connectivity options. Two type III Type III may stand for:
Designed from the ground up for wireless communications, SCOUT HPC provides real-time wireless access to the Internet, automated dispatch systems, and peer to peer communications in the field. SCOUT HPC supports all public wireless wide area networks including American Mobile ARDIS (Advanced Radio Data Information Service) The first wireless data network in the U.S. It was formed in 1983 by Motorola and IBM to support IBM field service technicians. , Bell South Wireless Data (RAM), Cellular/CDPD, and GSM as well as Wireless LANs. Additionally, SCOUT HPC's powerful half-wave dipole antenna Meaning "two poles," a dipole antenna is the simplest type of antenna, consisting of an electrically conducting wire or rod one half the length of the maximum desired wavelength. The wire or rod is split at the center with an insulator. provides superior wireless WAN coverage. SCOUT HPC will be available direct or through Melard's VAR and partner network in December 1999 and will have a list price of $2800. Melard Technologies, Inc. Founded in 1983, Melard Technologies, Inc. improves the productivity and quality of the mobile workforce by providing mobile data solutions. It designs, manufactures, and markets ruggedized hardware platforms Each hardware platform, or CPU family, has a unique machine language. All software presented to the computer for execution must be in the binary coded machine language of that CPU. Following is a list of the major hardware platforms in existence today. See platform. , application software and related computer peripherals for use by mobile workforces. Melard maintains a dominant position in the mobile workforce market, serving high-tech field-service organizations, Regional Bell Operating Companies The Regional Bell Operating Companies (RBOC) are the result of the U.S. Department of Justice antitrust suit against American Telephone & Telegraph. History , independent and international telephone companies, and utilities. For more information, call 914-273-4488, visit www.melard.com or write Melard Technologies, Inc., 28 Kaysal Court, Armonk, NY 10504. SCOUT HPC is a trademark of Melard Technologies, Inc.
SCOUT HPC Specifications
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Feature Description
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Processor Hitachi SH4 128MHz
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Operating System Windows CE 2.12
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System ROM 16MB expandable
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System RAM 16MB expandable
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Mass Storage Compact Flash
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Display Resolution 640x480
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Display Type 7.2" Color Transflective
7.5" Mono Transflective
6.5" TFT Color
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Keyboard 64 Key
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Pointing Device Integrated Touch Pad (Simultaneous
Pen/Touch/Pointing Device Inputs)
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I/O
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PC Card Slots (2) Type III (1 user accessible,
1 internal)
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Serial Port (1) Standard DB9 Connector
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Parallel Port (1) Standard 15 pin Connector
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Infrared (1) IrDA 1.1
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Communications
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Cellular and Wireless RF Modems American Mobile (ARDIS), Mobitex
(BellSouth Wireless Data), Cellular
CDPD, GSM, Wireless LAN Modems
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Landline Modem (1) 56K, RJ-11 Port, Speakerphone,
Caller ID
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Audio
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Microphone Yes
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Speaker Yes
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Power
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Battery Lithium Ion Rechargeable
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Battery Backup 72hr Memory Retention After Main
Battery Depleted
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AC/DC Adapter Jack Rugged Power Port
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Dimensions
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Size (L x W x H) 9.2" x 6.5" x 2.8"
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Weight 4.5 lbs.
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Environmental
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Operating Temperature -20C - 60C
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Storage Temperature -40C - 70C
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MIL-STD 810E Method 516.4 Procedure IV (Shock)(5 foot drop)
507.3 (Humidity)
506.3 Procedure I (Rain)
510.3 (Sand/Dust)
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NEMA 4R Compliant
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