| Wireless data-collection handheld runs Windows CE 5.0 |
Mar. 07, 2007
 Hand Held Products Inc. has added a new data-collection handheld to its Dolphin 7000 series. The Windows CE 5.0-based Dolphin 7600 features an ergonomic design, rugged construction, Bluetooth and WiFi wireless, and power management that enables it to be used for an entire work-shift without recharging, according to the company.
(Click here for a larger view of the new Dolphin 7600)
The Dolphin 7600 is designed to provide powerful and flexible mobile computing and data collection capabilities in light-industrial applications, including retail, parcel delivery, warehousing, and similar functions, Hand Held says.
Running on a Windows CE 5.0 platform, the device uses the company's proprietary Adaptus Imaging Technology 5.0 to read and capture more digital images and barcodes than earlier Dolphin models, according to the company. The unit provides Bluetooth connectivity for wireless data transfer, along with 802.1b/g wireless communications to aid in contact among workers. Additionally, this latest Dolphin includes "Advanced Full-Shift Power Management" so it can last an entire work-shift without recharging, the company adds.
Another key aspect of the Dolphin 7600 is its ergonomic design, the company says. For example, an angled barcode scanner alleviates the need for the user to tilt the device back and forth to scan codes; the device's weight distribution was calculated to "naturally balance the device in the user's hand without additional gripping or stress"; and a "finger saddle" makes it easier and more comfortable to use the device single-handed, Hand Held reports.
The device also offers extreme durability features. According to specs, it comes in a high impact resistant housing, with a magnesium-alloy internal chassis with component shock mounts. Operating temperatures purportedly range from 10 to 122 degrees Farenheit.
Front, rear, and side views of the Dolphin 7600
(Click for larger image)
Key features of the Dolphin 7600, as listed by the manufacturer, include:- Processor -- Samsung 2440, clocked at 400 MHz
- Memory -- 64MB RAM, 128MB flash (standard); 128MB RAM, 128MB flash (optional)
- Storage -- user accessible SD/MMC card slot
- Display -- 2.8-inch QVGA (240 X 320) TFT color with touchscreen
- Image engine -- 5300SR VGA area imager with high-vis bracket aimer
- Keypad -- 29-key numeric-shifted backlit alphanumeric keyboard
- Sound -- internal speaker, microphone, headset jack
- Interfaces -- RS-232, USB, IrDA
- Power:
- Li-ion battery 3.7V / 2200 mAh / 8.1 Wh (standard)
- Li-ion battery 3.7V / 3240 mAh / 12.0 Wh (optional)
- Wireless:
- WPAN (standard) Bluetooth Class 2, version 1.2
- WLAN (optional) 802.11b/g
- WLAN Security WEP, 802.1x, LEAP, TKIP, MD5, EAP-TLS, EAP-TTLS, WPA-PSK, and PEAP
- Physical specs:
- Operating temperature -- 14 to 122 degrees F (-10 to 50 Celsius)
- Relative humidity -- 95% humidity (non-condensing)
- Construction -- high impact PC/ABS housings Magnesium alloy internal chassis with component shock mounts
- Shock -- 4 foot (1.2m) multiple drops to concrete
- ESD -- Air: +/- 12K VDC, Direct: +/- 8K VDC
- Environmental -- IP54 rating rated for blown dust and water intrusion
- Dimensions -- 7 X 2.7 X 1.8 inches (178 X 69 X 46mm)
- Weight -- 11.7 oz. (332 g)
- Software:
- Operating system -- Windows CE 5.0
- Development environment -- SDK for C/C++, C#, and Visual Basic developers for Windows CE 5.0 (requires Visual Studio 2005 Professional editions or higher)
- Supported software -- PowerNet Terminal Emulation (TNVT, 3270, 5250); Hand Held Products MSM remote device management tool; ITScriptNet
- Installed Applications -- Hand Held Products power tools and demos; ITScriptNet Ready-To-Go applications
The device appears to be immediately available. Pricing was not disclosed. For more information, visit Hand Held's website.
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