Chapter 1 - Introduction; Mobile Computing Features; Additional Features; Application Development Tools - Hand Held Products Dolphin 7900 User Manual

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Introduction
Overview
Congratulations on the purchase of the Dolphin 7900 mobile computer! You have made a wise choice in selecting the Dolphin,
a device known worldwide for its ergonomic form factor, light-weight, rugged design and single-handed data collection
capabilities.
Ergonomics
The patented shape of the Dolphin 7900 fits into either hand comfortably with major function keys that are easy to access. The
adjustable hand strap on the back panel ensures a secure grip on the terminal for solid one-handed operation in mobile
environments.
Rugged Design
Dolphin 7900 terminals are the most durable mobile computers on the market. Their rugged design can withstand repeated five-
foot drops onto a concrete floor, extreme temperatures, as well as high humidity, moisture, and dust conditions. The terminals
are independently tested to meet IP64 specifications.

Mobile Computing Features

• A low-power, high-resolution digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination decoding of most bar code
symbologies
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• An Intel X-Scale 400MHz RISC microprocessor for fast processing
• Optional Wireless Full Area Networking
anywhere
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition Software for Pocket PCs
• 64MB RAM (optional 128MB) and 64MB synchronous Flash memory configuration for ample and secure data storage
• A mini-Secure Digital (SD) memory interface that enables memory expansion
• Adaptus Imaging Technology for advanced point-and-shoot bar code decoding and image capture

Additional Features

• Long-lasting Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries
• 3.8", easy-to-read 1/4 VGA (240 x 320) backlit TFT color display with industrial touch screen
• Two keyboard options: 25-key numeric and 36-key alpha
• Industrial-grade mechanical connector that supports serial and USB communications, as well as power in and out
• Full suite of compatible peripheral devices
• Decoding of stacked linear and matrix codes with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) functionality
• Buttons on both side panels that can activate the image engine for easy one-hand scanning with either hand
• Digital picture capability
• Audio jack for headset use
• Speaker and microphone on the front panel

Application Development Tools

• Dolphin SDK Add-on for Pocket PC 2003 - supports Embedded Visual C++ 4.0
• Dolphin .NET SDK for Pocket PC 2002 and 2003 - supports Visual Studio.NET 2003 (VB.NET and C#.NET)
• Dolphin GSM/GPRS SDK Add-on for Pocket PC 2003 - supports Embedded Visual C++ 4.0 and Visual Studio.NET 2003
This User's Guide
The Dolphin 7900 Series Mobile Computer User's Guide provides you with the information you need to make the most of your
Dolphin terminal.
Dolphin® 7900 Series User's Guide
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