Sharp announces Zaurus PC Companion Communicator with Internet E-Mail Software, and Windows 95 Link Software.LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--January 9, 1997-- ZR-3500X Offers Built-in 14.4/9.6 kbps Data/Fax Modem, Internet E-Mail Access, Windows(R) 95 Synchronization Software, PC Link Cable, Backlight back·light n. A type of spotlight, used in photography, that illuminates a subject from behind. tr.v. back·light·ed or back·lit , back·light·ing, back·lights Illuminated Display, 1 MB RAM + 1 MB FLASH Memory Rounding out the full line of Zaurus(TM) PC Companions, Sharp Electronics Corporation announces the ZR-3500X, a pocket-sized mobile PC solution with an integrated 14.4/9.6 kbps Data/Fax Modem and included Internet Provider Internet provider - Internet Service Provider E-mail software. The ZR-3500X is Microsoft(R) Windows compatible, bundled with a PC link cable and Zaurus Application Partner for Windows(R) 95 (ZR-AP2C), which synchronizes PC and Zaurus data, and provides Drag and Drop A graphical user interface (GUI) capability that lets you perform operations by moving the icon of an object with the mouse into another window or onto another icon. For example, files can be copied or moved by dragging them from one folder to another. file exchange with Microsoft Word A full-featured word processing program for Windows and the Macintosh from Microsoft. Included in the Microsoft application suite, it is a sophisticated program with rudimentary desktop publishing capabilities that has become the most widely used word processing application on the market. and Excel documents. In addition to robust Windows 95 synchronization and communication capabilities, the ZR-3500X offers a Backlight Illuminate Display, 1 MB RAM (650 KB available for user data), plus an additional 1 MB FLASH memory that can store optional add-on Zaurus applications or data file backups. "The ZR-3500X is ideal for business users because it is uniquely designed to work both as a stand alone device, as well as a PC companion with powerful communications and Windows 95 synchronization capabilities," says Mary Repke, Director of Marketing, Consumer Business Products Group, Sharp Electronics Corporation. Microsoft Compatibility Built in Word Processing and Spreadsheet applications are compatible with MS Word and MS Excel file formats. Users can easily create Word and Excel documents and then seamlessly transfer them back and forth between a Zaurus and PC. The new ZR-AP2C software, included with the ZR-3500X, allows for Drag and Drop file exchange right onto the Windows 95 desktop. E-mail in the Palm of Your Hand New Z-Em@il(R) Internet E-mail software supports full send and reply functions with file attachments users can send and receive files over the Internet using POP3/SMTP protocols. This software is installed in the 1 MB FLASH ROM area of the ZR-3500X, and requires an account with an Internet Service Provider Internet service provider (ISP) Company that provides Internet connections and services to individuals and organizations. For a monthly fee, ISPs provide computer users with a connection to their site (see data transmission), as well as a log-in name and password. (ISP (1) See in-system programmable. (2) (Internet Service Provider) An organization that provides access to the Internet. Connection to the user is provided via dial-up, ISDN, cable, DSL and T1/T3 lines. ). Additionally, built-in CompuServe(R) software provides access to weather, stocks and Auto-Pilot (plus CompuServe Mailbox, Forums and Executive News Service). An integrated 14.4/9.6 Kbps Data/Fax Modem lets users send and receive e-mail, dial into CompuServe or send faxes. Optional PC-based software allows users to remotely send and receive Microsoft Mail(R) or Lotus cc:Mail(R) e-mail messages from their desktop PC. The built-in IrDA/ASK infrared port permits wireless data exchanges with infrared-capable PCs, printers and other Zaurus models, and has the same one-touch PC-Link and E-mail keys found on the ZR-3000. The ZR-3500X boasts a 320-by-240 pixel touch screen LCD, a Backlight Illuminated Display, and a 15-pin serial port for connecting the bundled PC link cable. It runs continuously up to 100 hours on two included AA batteries. Measuring 6.3" x 3.5" x 1.0" inches and weighing 11.8 ounces, the ZR- 3500X offers a QWERTY keyboard and touch-screen interfaces similar to those found in other Zaurus models. Productivity Software The ZR-3500X also includes a sophisticated suite of built-in productivity applications. These include: - The PenCell(R) Spreadsheet, which is compatible with Microsoft Excel 4.0, 5.0 and 7.0 - A Word Processor with Spell Checker, graphics and Microsoft Word 6.0 and 7.0 compatibility - PIM (1) (Protocol Independent Multicast) A multicast routing protocol endorsed by the IETF. Used in conjunction with an existing unicast routing protocol, it comes in two flavors: Dense Mode (PIM-DM) is used when recipients in the target group are in a concentrated functions, compatible with ACT!(R) 2.x, Schedule+(R) 7.0, Lotus Organizer(R) and Goldmine 95(R) via the included Synchronization and file exchange software, which helps users track Appointments, Contacts and To-Do items - 3 data File Databases with 16 customizable fields per record. - 3 Contact Databases with a unique linking feature that allows users to link a Contact to related data, such as Word and Excel compatible files, Ink Notes, Outlines and graphics files. Once established, users can instantly jump to related data links. - Digital Ink ("pen"-based) note-taking with Zoom and Keyboard Lockout lockout, intentional closing up of a company, factory, or shop by an employer to prevent employees from working during a strike or labor dispute. The term lockout features - An Outline processor for hierarchical data management - Filer to organize data and files from all applications by topic. Zaurus applications support data exchanges with PCs running Windows applications using generic formats such as .CSV (1) (Comma Separated Value) Same as comma delimited. (2) (Computer System Validation) See software validation. CSV - comma separated values , .SDF (Standard Data Format) A simple file format that uses fixed length fields. It is commonly used to transfer data between different programs. SDF Pat Smith 5 E. 12 St. Rye NY Bob Jones 200 W. Main St. Palo Alto CA Comma delimited "Pat Smith","5 E. , .DBF DBF Database (file name extension) DBF Divorced Black Female (personal ads) DBF Danmarks Badminton Forbund (Denmark) dBf Decibel , .RTF (Rich Text Format) A document format from Microsoft for encoding text and graphics. It was adapted from IBM's DCA format and supports ANSI, IBM PC and Macintosh character sets. and .TXT TXT Text TXT Text File (filename extension) TXT Textile TXT Teletext TXT Tecnologia per a Tothom TXT Textron Corporation (stock symbol) . Additional Productivity Optional software programs extend the communications and connectivity capabilities of the ZR-3500X. Zaurus Remote Link (ZR-PL2) allows users to remotely retrieve PC data and files over telephone lines via Data/Fax modem. Zaurus Access to Microsoft Mail(R) (ZR-PG1) and Zaurus Access to cc:Mail(R) (ZR-PG2) allow users to send and retrieve E-mail using the ZR-3500X with the built-in modem and a modem-equipped PC connected to a LAN (Local Area Network) A communications network that serves users within a confined geographical area. The "clients" are the user's workstations typically running Windows, although Mac and Linux clients are also used. . Zaurus Expense Manager (ZR-5P01) lets users instantly record an expense transaction using the unit's stylus, and offers a variety of ways to view expenses, including category and date views. Pricing and Availability Available in February, the Zaurus ZR-3500X is estimated to sell at retail for $499. For more information on Sharp's full line of Zaurus PC companions and accessories, contact Sharp Electronics Corporation, Consumer Business Products Group, Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, N.J. 07430 or call 1-800-BE- SHARP. CONTACT: Shandwick Dulcie Neiman, Lizette Kodama 212-420-8100; Outside NY 800-223-2121 Fax 212-505-1397 E-mail: dneiman@shandwick.com lkodama@shandwick.com |
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