Unitech PA500 User Manual

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Chapter 1
Introducing the PA500
Thank you for purchasing the PA500 Enterprise PDA. Your PA500 was designed for users who need a
compact and durable portable computer for data collection and real time transactions.
Ultra-rugged Design
The unitech PA500 Enterprise PDA is a compact mobile computing device designed for maximum
durability.
Easy to Use
The unit is equipped with a color display with touch screen, a five-way directional key, and six
application keys. The PA500 supports integrated long range scanners for fast and accurate data
collection.The device also supports infrared interface, bluetooth, and wireless communication
capability for exchanging information in a computing communication system.
Features
Getting Started
Powerful system
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 operating
system
• Intel PXA270 processor with speed of up
to 520 MHz
System memory
• 64 MB SDRAM
• 64 MB Flash ROM
Display
• 3.5-inch QVGA LCD touch-sensitive
screen
• 320 x 240 resolution
Barcode scanner
• Symbol SE950
• Hitachi HD6433657W barcode decoder
Expansion slot
• SDIO/MMC slot
Wireless connectivity
• 802.11b/g with diversity antenna
• Bluetooth
• Infrared port
Communication
• 802.11b/g
• Bluetooth
•Infrared
• USB Host & Client
Battery life
• RF enabled usage with 50% backlight: 4 hours
• Charging time: 3.5 hours
• Embedded backup battery cell
User-friendly interface
• Special keys to launch particular
applications and display the on-screen
keyboard
• Keys for barcode scanning

Unitech PA500 Specifications

System Memory

SDRAM	64 MB
Flash ROM	64 MB

Display

display resolution	240x320 QVGA
display type	Color Transflective TFT
touch screen	yes

Laser Bar Code Scanner

scan rate	104 scans/sec ± 12 scans/sec
scan angle default	47°±3°
scan angle reduced	35°±3°

Power

main battery voltage	3.7 V
main battery capacity	2200 mAh
rechargeable time	3.5 hours

Operating Environment

operating temperature	32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
storage temperature	-4°F to 140°F (-20°C to 60°C)
relative humidity	5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)

Weight and Dimensions

weight with battery and scan engine	Under 213 g
length	126 mm
height	23 mm