VRC8900
The VRC8900 has been replaced by Symbol's newest rugged vehicle/fixed mount mobile computer, the VC5090.
VRC8900 Series Vehicle Radio Computer
New Breed of Mobile Device for the Harshest Warehouse and Factory Environments
The new VRC8900 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 VRC8900 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 VRC8900 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 VRC8900 combines best-in-class features to deliver the highest levels of performance, usability, and flexibility including:
Performance
- The fastest processor available today for Windows CE
- Industry-standard operating system provides instant user familiarity and strong application-development support
- The memory you need to support your applications
Usability
- Works with all forklifts—propane, gasoline and electric
- Large, bright, high-resolution touchscreen enables easy reading and data management in any conditions
- Programmable function keys bring one-touch simplicity to common tasks
- Touchscreen and optional keyboard designed for use by gloved operators
- Internal power supply prevents data loss when main power is removed
Flexibility
- Easily integrate legacy applications as well as new applications as the business evolves
- Automatically update device with the most current software and system applications
- Supports wide array of Symbol scanners and Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs)
The Bottom Line
The rugged design and innovative features of the VRC8900 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 VRC8900 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 VRC8900 vehicle-mount data terminal, contact any of the convenient locations listed below or visit us
at www.symbol.com/mobile
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Features
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Benefits
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12.1" SVGA touchscreen with 800 x 600 color display
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Large, bright display allows easy viewing in any lighting—from bright to dark
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IP65 and 24G shock tested
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Reliable in extreme temperature and environmental conditions, including the repetitive pounding of forklift applications
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Embedded Microsoft® Windows CE OS
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Familiar interface; eliminates learning curve; enables use of common and custom applications
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Microsoft® Internet Explorer Web browser
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Familiar interface reduces training time and costs
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Optional 62-key flexible illuminated keyboard with 24 function keys
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Easily accommodates gloved hands; provides data entry; increases productivity via function keys
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Intel StrongArm® 1110™ power Processor
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Dependable high performance, reliability, and efficiency
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32 MB RAM/ROM32 MB non-volatile Flash
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Provides ample data storage and enhanced performance; enables flexibility to design server- or client-side programs
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Easily accessible touch- enabled membrane switch with 3 programmable keys, 2 LEDs, and Hi/Lo display
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Perform common tasks with a single press of a button; easily diagnose communication/power problems and adjust screen brightness
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Wavelink client-side emulator support infrastructure
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Integrate legacy and new applications as business evolves; leverage investment in existing
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AirBEAM® Smart-enabled
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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
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Heater option
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Reliable operation in freezer/cold store/outdoor environments as low as -22º F/-30º C
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Ergonomic handles
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Easy adjustment of terminal and keyboard
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VRC8900 Series Specification Highlights
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Physical Characteristics
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Dimensions:
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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
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Weight:
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9.25 lbs. / 4.2 kg (excluding mounting bracket and keyboard assembly)
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Power Supply:
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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
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Backup Battery:
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NiMH battery
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Display:
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12.1 in. SVGA high contrast/brightness display; Standard resistive touchscreen
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Keyboard:
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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
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Interface Ports:
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Two RS-232 serial ports; keyboard port; USB port (host or slave), power input
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Performance Characteristics
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Operating System:
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Embedded Windows CE 3.0
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Microprocessor:
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StrongARM® SA 1110™ @ 206MHz
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Architecture:
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32 bit
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System Memory:
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32 MB of Non-Volatile Flash; 32 MB of DRAM
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Data Communication:
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RS-232 Serial Ports (2), USB, keyboard
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Terminal Emulation:
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3270, 5250, VT100, VT220: supports Citrix, Windows Terminal Services
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Programming Tools:
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AirBEAM®, Microsoft Embedded Tools version 3.0, VRC8900 SDK
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User Environment
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Environmental Sealing:
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Meets IP65 standards for protection against dust and water
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Vibration:
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24G shock load
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Operating Temperature
Without heater:
With heater:
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32º to 122º F / 0º to 50º C;
-22º to 122º F / -30º to 50º C
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Storage Temperature:
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-4º to 158º F / -20º to 70º C
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Humidity:
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5% to 95% noncondensing
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ESD:
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20kv air, 8kv contact
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Wireless Communications
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Network:
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Spectrum24® IEEE 802.11 and 802.11b compliant
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Output Power:
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500 mW US, 100mW worldwide
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Data Rate:
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2 Mbps or 11 Mbps
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Spreading Technique:
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Frequency Hopping (2 Mbps) / Direct Sequence (11 Mbps)
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Frequency Range:
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Country dependent, typically 2.4 to 2.5 GHz
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Radio Module:
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Internal PCMCIA
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Security Protocol:
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Kerberos (11 Mbps only)
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