VRC 8900 Series Vehicle Radio Computer

VRC 8900
 




Microsoft Windows Embedded 

 

New Breed of Mobile Device for the Harshest Warehouse and Factory Environments

The new VRC 8900 mobile data terminal from Symbol Technologies is an industry first—a rugged device for use in the toughest environments with the industry-standard Windows CE operating system and a full-screen color display. Sealed for protection against dust and water (to IP65 standards), and shock-tested to 24G, the VRC 8900 is reliable in the most extreme temperature and environmental conditions, and easily tolerates sub-zero freezers as well as the vibration and repetitive pounding of forklift applications.

Designed for distribution centers, factory floors, and warehouses, the VRC 8900 supports real-time receiving, tracking, put-away, picking and shipping, and 1-D and 2-D scanning applications—and delivers a new level of benefits wherever implemented.

Full Suite of Features

The VRC 8900 combines best-in-class features to deliver the highest levels of performance, usability, and flexibility including:

Performance

Usability

Flexibility

The Bottom Line

The rugged design and innovative features of the VRC 8900 enable immediate data capture and exchange in virtually any factory or warehouse environment. The result is a faster, better decision-making process, increased productivity, and a positive impact on profitability. The VRC 8900 is backed by Symbol's worldwide service repair and support network.  Application development expertise is available through Symbol's strong network of Business Partners.

Symbol systems are critical to the success of businesses everywhere by enabling the capture, access and management of information in data-intensive, time-sensitive environments at the point of activity. To find out how your company's workforce can benefit from the rugged state-of-the art VRC 8900 vehicle-mount data terminal, contact any of the convenient locations listed below.

Features                               Benefits

12.1" SVGA touchscreen with 800 x 600 color display

Large, bright display allows easy viewing in any lighting—from bright to dark

IP65 and 24G shock tested

Reliable in extreme temperature and environmental conditions, including the repetitive pounding of forklift applications

Embedded Microsoft® Windows CE OS

Familiar interface; eliminates learning curve; enables use of common and custom applications

Microsoft® Internet Explorer Web browser

Familiar interface reduces training time and costs

Optional 62-key flexible illuminated keyboard with 24 function keys

Easily accommodates gloved hands; provides data entry; increases productivity via function keys

Intel StrongArm® 1110 power Processor

Dependable high performance, reliability, and efficiency

32 MB RAM/ROM32 MB non-volatile Flash

Provides ample data storage and enhanced performance; enables flexibility to design server- or client-side programs

Easily accessible touch- enabled membrane switch with 3 programmable keys, 2 LEDs, and Hi/Lo display

Perform common tasks with a single press of a button; easily diagnose communication/power problems and adjust screen brightness

Wavelink client-side emulator support infrastructure

Integrate legacy and new applications as business evolves; leverage investment in existing

AirBEAM® Smart-enabled

Reduces total cost of ownership: automatically update device with most current applications and system software; eliminate time and overhead associated with pre-staging and manual configuration

Heater option

Reliable operation in freezer/cold store/outdoor environments as low as -22º F/-30º C

Ergonomic handles

Easy adjustment of terminal and keyboard

VRC 8900 Series Specification Highlights

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions:

12.2 in. H x 10.3 in. W x 3.4 in. D
30.9 cm L x 26.2 cm W x 8.6 cm D

Weight:

9.25 lbs. / 4.2 kg (excluding mounting bracket and keyboard assembly)

Power Supply:

Internal wide range power supply (11-60 VDC)
Transient spike and overcurrent/voltage protected
Reverse polarity protected
Connects directly to vehicle battery Optional AC power supply

Backup Battery:

NiMH battery

Display:

12.1 in. SVGA high contrast/brightness display;
Standard resistive touchscreen

Keyboard:

62-key alphanumeric color-coded and sealed elastomer keyboard with tactile feedback; constant illumination; function keys F1-F24; universal QWERTY layout to include VT100/220, 3270 and 5250 functions; audible key beep; optional heated keyboard

Interface Ports:

Two RS-232 serial ports; keyboard port; USB port (host or slave), power input

Performance Characteristics

Operating System:

Embedded Windows CE 3.0

Microprocessor:

StrongARM® SA 1110 @ 206MHz

Architecture:

32 bit

System Memory:

32 MB of Non-Volatile Flash; 32 MB of DRAM

Data Communication:

RS-232 Serial Ports (2), USB, keyboard

Terminal Emulation:

3270, 5250, VT100, VT220: supports Citrix, Windows Terminal Services

Programming Tools:

AirBEAM®, Microsoft Embedded Tools version 3.0, VRC 8900 SDK

User Environment

Environmental Sealing:

Meets IP65 standards for protection against dust and water

Vibration:

24G shock load

Operating Temperature
Without heater:
With heater:


32º to 122º F / 0º to 50º C;
-22º to 122º F / -30º to 50º C

Storage Temperature:

-4º to 158º F / -20º to 70º C

Humidity:

5% to 95% noncondensing

ESD:

20kv air, 8kv contact

Wireless Communications

Network:

Spectrum24® IEEE 802.11 and 802.11b compliant

Output Power:    

500 mW US, 100mW worldwide

Data Rate:

2 Mbps or 11 Mbps

Spreading Technique:

Frequency Hopping (2 Mbps) / Direct Sequence (11 Mbps)

Frequency Range:    

Country dependent, typically 2.4 to 2.5 GHz

Radio Module:    

Internal PCMCIA

Security Protocol:

Kerberos (11 Mbps only)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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