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PRESS RELEASE
June 30, 2008
CASIO to Release New Generation of Industrial Handheld Terminal with
2 megapixel digital camera, GPRS and GPS
Norderstedt / 30.06.08 - CASIO Europe GmbH announced today that it will release (in August this year) a new generation of industrial handheld terminal, the DT-X30GR-30C, which will come equipped with GPRS connectivity that can be used to send and receive detailed data in real time by parcel delivery drivers and office-based management staff. Wireless LAN and Bluetooth connectivity will also come standard with the new device.
The DT-X30GR-30C will allow office-based management staff working for post office parcel delivery services and private courier companies to collect in real time information sent by their drivers. To accomplish this, the new terminal will be equipped with wireless WAN (EDGE/GPRS/GSM) and GPS, as well as an on-board digital camera. Office management staff will not only be able to receive notifications of loading, delivery completion, etc., from their drivers; they will also know current driver location. This will allow management to achieve more efficient operations by, for example, dispatching the nearest driver to pick up goods from a customer wishing to send a consignment. Moreover, thanks to the terminal's 2.0-megapixel digital camera (with auto-focus), office staff will be able to receive, via wireless WAN, photos that drivers take of such things as the condition of consignments or signed delivery receipts, ensuring that they have an accurate appreciation of the situation on the ground.
The development of the DT-X30GR-30C terminal also carefully took into consideration the perspective of the drivers who will actually carry and use one. The design was developed using ISO 13407 human-centered design processes. The grip-type shape is easy to hold, and key input and scanning are effortless. The display uses a Casio original 3.5 inch advanced 2-way color LCD, offering superlative visibility even outdoors. It also boasts superior durability and performance in a variety of tough environments. For example, it is IP64 rated dust/splash proof, can withstand the shock of a fall of 1.5 meters, and has an operating temperature range of -20 C to +50 C. With these specifications, users can be confident in all outdoor conditions - in the rain, in bright sunlight, or in the extreme cold.
- Wireless WAN (EDGE/GPRS/GSM) useful for reports from loading and delivery sites.
- Wireless LAN (802.11b/g) useful for pre-departure and post-return operations.
- Wireless PAN (Bluetooth) useful for connection to portable barcode printers, etc.
- GPS valuable as a tool to let office management staff know the driver's current location.
- 2.0-megapixel digital camera with autofocus takes sharp photos.
- High capacity battery (7.4V, 2,000mAh) and low power consumption design mean that the unit is ready for long hours of continuous use.
- Incorporates a file system that ensures that user data is not lost even when problems such as battery depletion arise.
- microSD (SDHC) card slot handy for augmenting storage capacity.
In addition to the DT-X30GR-30C, there are four other models in the DT-X30 series, which can be used in a wide variety of commercial and other applications, wherever real time data communication is required, indoors or out. Apart from courier or post office parcel delivery management, usage examples include direct store delivery management (dispatch department of manufacturers), parking enforcement, traffic infringement citations, meter readings, inspections, warehousing, etc.
Brief details and availability:
| DT-X30 |
Model |
Scanner Type |
Digital camera |
GPS |
Wireless WAN |
Wireless LAN |
Bluetooth |
Availability |
| GR-30C |
C-MOS imager |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
August 2008 |
| GR-30 |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| R-30 |
- |
- |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
| GR-10 |
Semi-conductor laser |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
September 2008 |
| R-10 |
- |
- |
- |
Yes |
Yes |
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Specifications:
| Model |
GR-30C |
GR-30 |
R-30 |
GR-10 |
R-10 |
| CPU |
Marvell PXA320 624MHz |
| OS |
Microsoft® Windows® CE 6.0 English version |
| Memory |
RAM |
128MB |
| RAM |
128MB |
| Scanner |
Type |
C-MOS imager |
Semi-conductor laser |
| Resolution |
1D: 0.15 mm
Stacked: 0.169 mm
Matrix: 0.339 mm |
0.127 mm |
| Readable Distance |
1D: 40 - 410 mm
Stacked: 50 - 250 mm
Matrix: 60 - 150 mm |
40 - 400 mm |
| Readable Distance |
1D |
GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14),
GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) Truncated,
GS1 DataBar (RSS) Limited,
GS1 DataBar (RSS) Expanded,
GS1-128 (UCC/EAN128), Code128,
Code93, Code39, Code11,
EAN, UPC A/E, Codabar (NW7), ITF,
MSI (Plessey), IATA, ISBT |
GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional (RSS-14),
GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) Truncated,
GS1 DataBar (RSS) Limited,
GS1 DataBar (RSS) Expanded,
GS1-128 (UCC/EAN128), Code128,
Code93, Code39,
EAN, UPC A/E, Codabar (NW7), ITF,
MSI (Plessey), IATA, Industrial 2 of 5 |
| Stacked |
GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) Stacked
GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) Stacked Omnidirectional ,
GS1 DataBar (RSS) Expanded Stacked,
Code49, PDF417, Micro PDF, Composite,
Codablock F, TLC39 |
GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) Stacked,
GS1 DataBar (RSS-14) Stacked Omnidirectional,
GS1 DataBar (RSS) Expanded Stacked |
| Matrix |
Aztec, DataMatrix, Maxicode, QR Code |
- |
| Other Function |
Image capturing |
- |
| Display |
Display |
3.5-inch Advanced 2-way TFT LCD (240 × 320 dots) with touch panel |
| Indicator |
3-color LED × 1, 2-color LED × 1 |
| Input |
Keyboard |
Numeric (Alphabet) keys, CLR, Execute, Cursor, Power ON/OFF, Fn, Function keys (F1-F8) |
| Trigger Key |
3 keys (Center, Left & Right) |
| Digital Camera |
Imaging Element |
2.0M Pixels C-MOS |
- |
- |
- |
- |
| Focusing |
Auto focus |
| Other Function |
LED Flash |
| GPS |
Integrated |
- |
Integrated |
- |
| Digital Camera |
Wireless |
WAN |
EDGE/GPRS/GSM (Data communication only) |
- |
EDGE/GPRS/GSM (Data communication only) |
- |
| LAN |
IEEE802.11b/g |
| PAN |
Bluetooth version 2.0 + EDR |
| Memory Slot |
MicroSD (SDHC) slot × 1 |
| Infrared |
IrDA 1.3 Low power (maximum: 4Mbps) |
| Serial |
USB (Host / Client) |
| Power Supply |
Main Power |
Lithium-ion battery pack (7.4V / 2,000mAh) |
| Memory Backup |
Lithium battery (rechargeable) on board |
| Dimensions/ Weight |
External Dimensions |
Approx.59.0 (87.0*) (W) × 242 (D) × 46.0 (49.0*) (H) mm * the figure indicates the display part. |
| Weight |
Approx. 595 g |
Approx. 590 g |
Approx. 550 g |
Approx. 590 g |
Approx. 550 g |
| Durability |
Dust/ Splash-proof |
IP64 |
| Drop Durability |
1.5 m |
| Operating Temperature |
-20 ºC to 50 ºC |
Note:
- Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the USA and/or other countries.
- The BLUETOOTH registered trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., U.S.A., and licensed to CASIO Computer Co., Ltd.
- Other company and product names are generally registered trademarks or trademarks of the respective companies.
- Specifications in the table above are current as of June 2008, and may be changed without any advance notice.
CASIO is one of the leading international manufacturers of electronic consumer goods. True to its guiding principle of "creativity and contribution", since it was founded in 1957 the company has dedicated itself to the development of products which are distinguished by having the latest technology and innovative design language. Today, the broad range of CASIO products includes watches, digital cameras, mobile telephones, electronic dictionaries, computers, musical instruments, system equipment and electronic components such as LC displays. There are more than 13,000 employees working for CASIO Computer Co. Ltd. throughout the world. Over 100 million products are supplied a year and in the fiscal year April 2007 to March 2008 alone, the company achieved a net turnover of 623 billion yen (approx. 5.95 billion US dollars). Further information about CASIO products and our latest innovations can be found on the internet on www.casio-europe.com.
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