Datalogic has recently introduced its latest Professional PDA the Elf. With its name giving a hint, Elf is the smallest PDA so far yet it is filled with every feature found in any comparable PDA. Elf was produced with all the components and strength required for field work, field sales, distribution, trade and supply applications in mind. Utilizing the celebrated functional design of Datalogic Mobile, this brand new PDA is designed to be operated with one hand and is filled with unique features all in one small device.
Elf is the initial offering in the latest innovation from Datalogic, Power3, which was developed from a comprehensive research into the essential requirements of everyone who has an interest in the industry. The three major foundations of this innovation are C3 real time technologies, F3 functional and durable design, and D3 user-friendly instrument.
The Power3 of Elf has a parallel microprocessor design with a PXA310 processor and a ARM-7 processor coupled with a 256MB RAM and Flash and uses the latest version of an operation system from Windows designed for mobile devices, the Windows Mobile 6.5 The one-dimensional scanner as well as the two-dimensional imager of the Elf are fitted with the patented Green Spot good read feedback of Datalogic. The device can be optionally equipped with an HF RFID interrogator which, with the two-dimensional imager, allows an added data capture alternative. A 3 megapixel autofocus camera equipped with a flash is also integrated into the Elf. Consumers can also utilize a wide-ranging radio set allowing them to be connected all day long. These are the HSDPA UMTS (3.5G) used for voice and data, the latest Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g wireless radio from Summit which has a CCX v4 Cisco certification. The device can also be linked wirelessly to headsets and printers using the integrated Bluetooth capability. Mapping out the route can be done through an integrated GPS receiver allowing the Elf users a confirmation of delivery. Charging is facilitated by the Micro USB port using a phone industry standard power supply or a USB On-the-Go (OTG) communications.
The Elf can also be used for business transactions using software application instruments and strategic software associations of Datalogic. An on-device experience is facilitated by the Datalogic Desktop and Configuration tools which offer full control of the device. Fast operation and central administration of Elf installation is facilitated by the Wavelink Avalanche, which is integrated and certified for all Elf devices. And lastly, the Ease of Use all-inclusive service program of Datalogic ensures the long term Elf investment.
The features of the Elf are as follows:
• Application mobility with Windows Mobile 6.5
• Voice and rapid data communication through the UMTS HSDPA (3.5G) cellular radio
• Cisco CCX V4 certified 802.11 a/b/g radio
• Real-time tracking using GPS
• Optimal communications adaptability with the USB On-the-Go
• Green Spot good read capability for the one-dimensional scanner and two-dimensional imager
• Incorporated HF RFID reader
• 3 Megapixel Camera with autofocus and flash
• 256MB RAM and 256MB Flash standard
• Single standard high capacity battery
• User-friendly micro SD memory slot (SDHC) for supplementary storage
• QWERTY or Numeric keyboard
• Bright VGA/QVGA display with touch screen capability
• Automatic rotate display using an accelerometer
• Easy charging through a micro USB on device using regular power supplies
• Pre-licensed Wavelink Avalanche device administration