Overview Of The Ptc-870Im; Entering Data - Symbol PTC-870IM User Manual

An optional version of the
PTC-870IM is available for use
in extremely cold environments,
such as drive-in freezers.

Overview of the PTC-870IM

The Telxon PTC-870IM (Industrial Mount) is a
rugged, 486-processor-powered, PC-compatible,
full-screen computer used to collect, store, and
transmit data. It is designed to be attached to a
warehouse vehicle via a mounting bracket.
The PTC-870IM automates your data collection
procedures and is custom programmed to efficiently
handle your organization's unique data collection jobs.
Options for scanning bar codes and printing are also
available.
The PTC runs a program specially designed to collect
data for your organization. This program leads you
through the data collection procedure with a series of
display messages, prompts, and beeps. Messages tell
you when you make an error and provide information
on the program or the PTC's status. Prompts and
beeps tell you when to enter data, what type of data
to enter, and when you complete certain operations.
The PTC-870IM is specially designed to be used in the
field and in industrial settings. It is constructed
to resist dust, dirt, and moisture and the vibrations
and hazards found in these environments. Specifically,
the case and internal components are designed to
withstand cold, vibration, shock, and water.

Entering data

Entering data into the PTC-870IM is easy. You can
key in data through an optional keyboard, scan bar
codes with a laser scanner, or select items on the
PTC's screen (if your PTC has an optional touch
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