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The unit has a microphone and headset jack for VOIP and voice recognition applications. GPS can be added via the SDIO slot.
Unitech America is a subsidiary of Taiwanese automatic data collection specialist Unitech, founded in 1979. The PA500, shown here, is a Windows Mobile 5.0-based compact enterprise PDA using the 520MHz version of the Marvell PXA270 processor. It has an integrated laser bar code scanner, USB hst and client, infrared, Bluetooth Class 2, and 802.11b/g WiFi. The PA500 is a fairly small and handy unit measuring just 3.0 x 4.95 x 0.9 inches and weighing 7.5 ounces including battery and scanner. It has a powerful full-shift battery, 64MB of RAM and 64MB of Flash ROM. Expansion is via a single SDIO slot. The touchscreen display measures 3.5 inches diagonally and has the standard 240 x 320 resolution. Operation is via touch, stylus, a four-way navigation pad and six function keys.
Compact enterprise PDA
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Despite the "enterprise" designation, the PA500 is fairly rugged and can handle 4-foot drops. Operating temperature range is 32 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit. No IP rating is supplied.
The Unitech PA500 mobile data collector enables you to keep track of your data from almost any location. Built-in Bluetooth 2 and 802.11b/g compatibility give you enhanced communications abilities, while the ruggedized IP42 sealed housing keeps it safe from 4 drops to concrete and the harshness of the elements. Ideal for healthcare, restaurant order entry, and retail inventory control, the PA500 frees you from the tethers of a POS station.
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The Unitech PA500 has been discontinued. We recommend the PA550 as a suitable replacement.
The Unitech PA500 mobile data collector enables you to keep track of your data from almost any location. Built-in Bluetooth 2 and 802.11b/g compatibility give you enhanced communications abilities, while the ruggedized IP42 sealed housing keeps it safe from 4 drops to concrete and the harshness of the elements. Ideal for healthcare, restaurant order entry, and retail inventory control, the PA500 frees you from the tethers of a POS station.
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For the latest model of the Unitech PA500 see Unitech PA500e
The Unitech PA500 utilizes Bluetooth 2 and 802.11b/g wireless capabilities to keep you connected where you need it. Designed to withstand 4-foot drops to concrete, the PA500 also features an IP42 seal, giving it durability for use on the store floor or in the field.
The UniTech PA500 has reached end of life. It has been replaced by the UniTech PA500e.
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The Unitech PA500 is an excellent choice for locations looking to go mobile and don’t require a fully ruggedized industrial mobile computer. Though there can be issues when trying to plug in the interface cable, they are easily avoidable.