July 28, 2006

By: Jon Aschenbach

Vice President, Atterbury Consultants, Inc.

The brand new TDS Recon X-Series rugged handheld computer has just been released. It delivers maximum performance and reliability in a lightweight, extremely rugged design that's easy to carry. Featuring optional embedded Bluetooth and 802.11g wireless, the waterproof Recon weighs just 17 ounces, meets military specifications for drops, vibration, and both high and low temperature operation, and runs Windows Mobile 5.0. The Recon works wherever and whenever you need it. It has a screen that is very easy to read, even in bright sunlight.

The Recon X series Pocket PC comes in two clock speeds; 200 Mhz and 400 Mhz. The Recon 400 X is definitely recommended if the unit will be used with imagery or large data sets. Both the Recon 200 X and the 400 X models have more RAM than the previous versions. They also come with Windows Mobile 5.0, the latest operating system from Microsoft for Pocket PCs.

Windows Mobile 5.0 provides a unique and exceptional feature for safe guarding data and programs. Persistent storage has been added to Pocket PCs running Windows Mobile 5. This will help ensure that users don’t lose important data when devices run out of battery power. In addition, Pocket PC’s should have a significant increase in battery power, yielding as much as 30 percent more battery life on a charge. To learn more about the benefits of Persistent Storage, click here.

You can count on the Recon for portability, data security and maximum operating time. Its innovative modular design provides customization options to suit different applications. The optional Bluetooth capability allows the Recon X to communicate with a variety of other Bluetooth devices such as the SXBlue GPS unit, laptop computers, and Bluetooth enabled printers.

If you need wireless capability with a longer distance, the Recon X is available with Wireless 802.11G as an option. This allows the Recon X to have network access to your office wireless system or internet access at various “hotspots”.

We have seen many clients try to turn consumer Pocket PC’s into field units by utilizing a waterproof case. This frequently results in lost data and doing the job twice. Our experience has been that handhelds designed for use in rugged field conditions will always outlast the consumer units used in generic cases. The Recon X is the latest version of a very well built, reliable and trusted field handheld.

Call Jon Aschenbach for prices and options for the TDS Recon X series handhelds at 503-646-5393.
Email Jon at jaschenbach@atterbury.com