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Integrated GPRS for WWAN Applications
A Mobile Device with Anytime Anywhere WWAN Connectivity
The PPT 2837 from Symbol Technologies delivers the power of mobile data communications with integrated Wireless Wide Area Network
(WWAN) capabilities in a rugged pen-based handheld device. Integrated GPRS capability enables access to corporate applications and databases, web-browsing and email—delivering seamless anytime anywhere connectivity.
GPRS: The Power for Any Application Beyond Your Doors
GPRS delivers the speed required to break previous barriers to fast, complete mobile Internet functionality. With integrated
GPRS, the PPT 2837 is ideally equipped to enable a world of applications beyond the doors of your company that will increase efficiency and profitability, in areas such as:
Transportation and Logistics — Reduce waiting times and increase the speed of delivery and shipping cycles with real-time status of vehicles, enabling customers to clear dock space and have adequate manpower ready and waiting to receive the delivery.
Field Service — Improve productivity and service levels of your field service applications with real-time work orders, the ability to check parts and supply availability, instant access to the expertise of other service team members, and other real-time communications such as urgent service calls, workflow redirects, and service call cancellations.
Sales Force Automation — Enable a true mobile sales force with the ability to check inventory and pricing, place orders and track shipments, right from the customer's location for the ultimate in on-site customer service.
Delivery — Shorten delivery cycles with the combination of WWAN connectivity, bar code scanning and signature capture capabilities via faster billing and reconciliation at customer location.
Retail — Extend the reach of your sales, credit card transaction processing and real-time management of inventory beyond your walls to remote kiosks and outdoor environments such as malls, stadiums and street fairs. [end body text]
Loaded with Features for Power and Performance
This versatile, large-screen handheld device delivers the power to perform with the features you need to suit any application and business need. The PPT 2837 is equipped with the Intel® StrongARM SA 1110 processor, operating at 206 MHz, with 64 MB of RAM and 32 MB of ROM. The Pocket PC 2002 platform provides an instant mobile extension of the Windows environment, a familiar environment for users, and one of the most robust development platforms. Built-in bar code scanning delivers the ability to decode any industry standard 1-D bar code
symbology. Built-in power management capabilities ensure maximum battery life without user intervention. An IrDA port enables easy access to printers. And a full suite of vertical market specific accessories, including a snap-on keyboard for data entry, magnetic-stripe reader and DEX cable, enables the PPT 2837 to be customized to best meet your needs.
Profit from Symbol's Strength
When you choose Symbol, you choose the worldwide leader in mobile computing and bar code-driven data management systems, with millions of mobile devices and scanners and thousands of wireless network installations in use worldwide. The PPT 2837 is backed by Symbol Technologies' worldwide service repair and support network.
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Microsoft® Pocket PC 2002 platform |
Portable convenience and a familiar, flexible computing platform |
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Rugged construction—sealed to IP54 standards with 4 ft./1.2 m drop to concrete |
Dependable operation in harsh environments |
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Integrated GPRS WWAN connectivity |
Anytime, anywhere data access |
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Symbol's miniature scan engine |
High-performance scanning even in bright light |
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64 MB RAM, 32 MB ROM |
Ample memory capacity for data or program storage1/4 |
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VGA display |
Large, easy-to-read display |
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Maximum usage between battery charges |
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery |
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IrDA port |
Enables data transfer to peripherals such as printers |
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PPT 2837 Specification Highlights
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Physical Characteristics  |
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Dimensions: |
7 in. L x 3.625 in. W x 1 in. H/ 177.8 mm L x 92 mm W x 25.4 mm D |
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Weight (including battery): |
11.8 oz./330 g |
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Drop Specification: |
4 ft./1.2 m to concrete |
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Battery: |
1550 mAh rechargeable lithium-ion |
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Environmental Sealing: |
IP54 (windblown dust and rain) |
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Operating Temperature: |
-4º to 122º F/-20º to 50º C (or better depending upon the application) |
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Humidity: |
5% to 90% RH noncondensing |
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): |
8 kVdc air; 4 kVdc contact |
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Performance Characteristics  |
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CPU: |
Intel SA 1110 @ 206 MHz Processor |
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Operating System: |
Microsoft® Pocket PC 2002 |
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Drop Specification: |
4 ft./1.2 m to concrete |
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Memory (RAM/ROM): |
64 MB RAM/32 MB ROM |
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Application Development: |
Fully compatible with Microsoft SDK for Pocket PCs; Symbol SDK available to support bar code scanning from http://devzone.symbol.com |
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Communications: |
IrDA 1.1 |
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Display: |
1/4 VGA resolution (320 x 240 pixels) with 16-level grayscale |
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Electrostatic Discharge (ESD): |
8 kVdc air; 4 kVdc contact |
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Wireless Data Communication  |
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Wireless Wide Area Network: |
Integrated GSM/GPRS; user-accessible SIM socket for GSM/GPRS |
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Antenna: |
External |
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Peripherals and Accessories  |
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Speaker/Microphone: |
Integrated |
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Cradles: |
1- or 4-slot serial charge cradle; 4-slot Ethernet charge cradle; Vehicle cradle |
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Communication and Charging Cables: |
DEX cable; auto-charge cable; serial/charge cable; printer cables |
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Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR): |
Snap-on serial connection swipe reader attachment |
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Keypad: |
Snap-on serial connection 35-key keypad |
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Trigger Handle: |
Snap-on serial connection pistol-grip scan trigger |
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4-Slot Universal Battery Charger (UBC): |
Simultaneous charge of 1-4 batteries; requires adapters for PDT 2800 batteries |
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Other Accessories: |
Snap-on land line modem; carrying case |
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Regulatory  |
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Electrical Safety: |
Integrated GSM/GPRS; user-accessible SIM socket for GSM/GPRS |
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EMI/RFI: |
FCC Part 15 Class B, ICES-003 Class B, European Union EMC Directive, Australian SMA |
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Laser Safety: |
CDRH Class II, IEC Class 2 |
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