The Amazing WorkAbout Pro  
The WorkAbout Pro from Psion Teklogix is truly one of the best hand-held computers available for data collection tasks. So what makes the WorkAbout Pro so unique? Some may say it’s versatility and ease of adding various options set it apart. Others may argue that the durability of the WorkAbout Pro out performs all other terminals in it’s class & price range. No matter what the argument, the fact is the WorkAbout series continues to be the top selling hand-held terminal for Psion Teklogix, worldwide.

As an authorized Psion Teklogix reseller, DataGear is proud to recommend the WorkAbout Pro to our customers. DataGear offers both new WorkAbout G2’s as well as refurbished WorkAbouts and WorkAbout Pro G1’s. All refurbished WorkAbouts come with a 60 day warranty and optional extended maintenance plans are also available.

The WorkAbout Pro G2 series can be configured in multiple ways giving you flexibility as your business needs change. You can easily add or replace various modules such as 801.11a/b/g or cellular network radios in combination with a multitude of different bar code scanners & imagers. You can also add RF/ID and biometric reading capability. The WorkAbout Pro will even function as a speech terminal on the VoCollect system.

For a competitive quote on WorkAbout Pro’s, repairs, or WorkAbout Pro accessories (such as batteries) you can call 206-839-8551 to speak to a Psion Teklogix products specialist or email: moetken@datagear.com

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Specifications
MODEL VARIANTS - WORKABOUT PRO C – Model 7527C-G2
- WORKABOUT PRO S – Model 7527S-G2
PLATFORM - PXA270 520 MHz, 32 bit RISC CPU
- 256 MB Flash, 128 MB RAM
OPERATING SYSTEM - Microsoft® Windows® CE 5.0
- Microsoft® Windows® Mobile® 6 Classic, Professional
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS Optional expansion modules for:
- 802.11b/g Compact Flash Radio operating in the 2.4GHz band
- 802.11a/b/g Compact Flash Radio with integrated antenna operating in 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands
- GSM/GPRS EDGE (via expansion interface) Quad Band - 850/900/1800/1900 Voice and Data
- UMTS/HSDPA (via expansion interface) Triple band, 850/1900/2100MHz Voice and Data
- Integrated Bluetooth® class II, V 2.0 + EDR
Note: 802.11 b/g, GSM/UMTS, and Bluetooth® are available simultaneously
Note: All expansion modules are available factory configured or user installable
BARCODE APPLICATIONS - Optional ID laser scanning expansion modules in standard range, long range, andauto range configurations
- Optional 1D linear imager expansion module
- Optional 2D area imager expansion module
- Optional bolt-on pistol grip
Note: All expansion modules are available factory configured or user installable.
RFID MODULE OPTIONS - HF Module Frequency: 13.56 MHz Tags supported: ISO 15693, Philips ICode™; TI TagiIt™; Tagsys (C210, C220, C240, C270) Read/write range up to: 80 mm (3.15 in)
- MIFARE module Frequency: 13.56 MHz Tags supported: ISO 14443 A&B, Mifare Read/write range up to: 50 mm (1.97 in)
- LF module Frequency: 125 KHz, 134.2 KHz Tags supported: EM 4x0x, EM 4x50; Hitag 1 & 2; ISO HDXA & FDXB Read/write range up to: 70 mm (2.756 in)
- UHF module Frequency: 868 MHz or 915 MHz Read range: up to 150 cm (4.92 ft) [915 MHz] and up to 80 cm (2.62 ft) [868 MHz] Tag supported: EPC Class 1 Gen 2, other protocols depending on regions
- Note: All expansion modules are available factory configured or user installable.
USER INTERFACE - Color touch screen display 9.144 cm (3.6 in) diagonal Full VGA 480 x 640 resolution Transflective, portrait mode TFT adjustable backlight Sunlight readable (for outdoor use) High reliability LED backlight
- Touchscreen (standard) Passive stylus or finger operation Signature capture
- Keyboards Full alpha-numeric (C model) Numeric (S model) Ergonomically enhanced for ambidextrous one-hand operation Backlit, high durability hard-capped keys
- Indicators & Controls LED indicates battery charge status
- Audio 90 db mono speaker Mono microphone 86 db beeper
PROGRAMMING ENVIRONMENT - HTML, XML
- Psion Teklogix Mobile Devices SDK
- Hardware Development Kit (HDK)
- .NET and C++ programming using Microsoft® Visual Studio® 2005
- Java programming supporting JDK 1.2.2 or higher
- Standard Protocol APIs Windows® sockets (CE.net)
APPLICATION SOFTWARE - Internet Explorer® 6.0 incl with Windows® CE 5.0
- Internet Explorer® Mobile incl with Windows® Mobile® 6
- Windows Mobile Device Center
- Phone dialer and Personal Information Manager (PIM) incl. with Windows Mobile® 6 Professional
- Unique Psion Teklogix Voice Dialer and Contacts Manager incl. Windows® CE 5.0
- PTX Connect VoIP
- Optional OpenTekTerm terminal emulation software, supports IBM 5250, IBM 3270, HP2392, ANSI and TESS
- Mobile Control Center (MCC) device management
EXPANSION SLOTS - One SD/MMC memory card slot – user accessible
- End-cap USB Interface supports GPS expansion module.
- 100-PIN expansion interface: supports PCMCIA (type II), GSM/GPRS EDGE and other third-party expansion modules developed using Psion Teklogix WORKABOUT PRO Hardware Developer’s Kit.
- Flex cable interface with robust connector: supports scanner (serial) and imager (USB) modules
- One Type II CF Card Slot
EXTERNAL CONNECTORS - One tether connection with full RS232 and USB On-The-Go (USB 1.1) functionality
- One Low-Insertion Force (LIF) docking connector
- DC Power Jack
POWER MANAGEMENT - Optional 3.7V, 3000 mAh high capacity battery pack
- Optional 3.7V, 4000 mAh super high capacity battery pack
- Advanced smart battery with gas gauge
- 3 power source options: Runs off battery, AC power, or automotive power supplies
- Built in charger
- Rechargeable, user replaceable backup battery pack
ENVIRONMENTAL - Withstands multiple drops from 1.8 m (6 ft) or 26 drops (on 12 edges, 8 corners, 6 faces) from 1.5 m (5 ft) to concrete while powered on and configured with accessories such as WiFi radio, scanner / imager and pistol grip.
- Rain/Dust: IP65, IEC 60529
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
- 5%-95% RH non-condensing
- Storage temperature: -40°C to +60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
- ESD: +/- 8kVdc air discharge, +/- 4kVdc contacts
PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT - WORKABOUT PRO C: 223 mm x 75/100 mm x 31/42 mm (8.775” x 2.95”/3.94” x 1.22”/1.65”)
- WORKABOUT PRO S: 200 mm x 75/100 mm x 31/42 mm (7.87” x 2.95”/3.94” x 1.22”/1.65”)
- Weight (w/o battery pack): WORKABOUT PRO C: 455 g (1 lb) WORKABOUT PRO S: 390 g (0.859 lb)
POWER ACCESSORIES - AC power supply (charge & operate hand-held)
- Automotive power supply (charge & operate hand-held)
- Single and quad slot battery pack chargers
- Powered cradle for vehicle mount applications
COMMUNICATION ACCESSORIES - Quad dock (4-site) with 10/100 BaseT Ethernet and charge functions
- Desktop docking station (charges hand-held & spare battery) provides USB1.1 host and device ports and supports optional plug-on expansion modules supporting 10/100 BaseT Ethernet or RS232 connections.
- USB On-The-Go cable supports Active Sync without requiring a docking station
- Optional end caps supporting RS232,TTL, and IrDA
CARRYING ACCESSORIES - Hand-strap, pistol grip with trigger, holster, various protective carrying cases and pouches
APPROVALS - Safety: CSA/UL60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN60950-1
- EMC: FCC Part 15 Class B EN 55022 EN 55024 EN301 489
- Laser: IEC 60825-1, Class 2 FDA 21 CFR 1040.10. 1040.11 Class II
- Bluetooth®: 1.2
- RF: Bluetooth® and 802.11b/g: EN300 328, Part 15.247 GSM/GPRS: EN301 511; EN50360/361, NAPRD03; 3GPP51.010; FCC Parts 22 & 24; Industry Canada; RSS-132 & 133
- In Vehicle Cradle: e Mark