Link Magazine 19 - SCLG

42 Special ReportPsion Teklogix completes portfolio with new smallframe, large feature set vehicle-mount computerNew 8515 Vehicle-Mount Computer Ideal For Vehicles with Limited Mounting OptionsPsion Teklogix , a global provider ofsolutions for mobile computing, wirelessdata collection, imaging and RFID,unveiled its 8515 Vehicle-Mount computer– a full-featured computer that comes in acompact, lightweight frame, ideal forvehicles with limited mounting options.Completing Psion Teklogix’ family ofrugged Vehicle-Mount computers, thenew 8515 packs a powerful feature set thatcan be deployed in many industrialenvironments. The computer provides topfunctionality whether on a forklift in awarehouse or a port, or as a stationaryterminal on a fixed mount applicationsuch as a shop floor data collection centre.With its small footprint, the 8515 providesmaximum unobstructed visibility forforklift operators without compromisingOf primary importancewas the desire toincrease pickefficiencies, improvestock control, and excelin delivering customersatisfaction.durability, yet features a sharp 640 by 480full-screen VGA color display thatsupports virtually any application. Thebright, touch-sensitive display is readablein most lighting conditions.The Windows Embedded CE 5 based 8515comes with XScale processor, 802.11technologies and Bluetooth. It is alsoequipped with a full PC stylealphanumeric keyboard and 10 dedicatedfunction keys, allowing for flexible andaccurate data entry.Serial RS232, two USB host ports and oneUSB device port allow easy connection toa large range of peripherals such as barcode scanners, printers and RFID readersby using cost efficient standardconnectors.The 8515 offers unique, optional featuressuch as Psion Teklogix Mobile ControlCenter (MCC). MCC software enables thedeployment and ongoing management ofmobile devices and their peripheralsremotely and securely. The 8515 alsoprovides a speaker/microphone tosupport convenient push-to-talktechnology that together with PTXConnect, a platform that enables richmultimedia communications, replace aWalkie-Talkie by using Voice-Over-IPtechnology."The 8515 offers an ideal combination oftechnology performance and cost, all in asmall form factor Vehicle-Mountcomputer with exceptional functionality,"said Rob Vandervecht, vice-president,marketing at Psion Teklogix. "Itsversatility makes this computer a smartchoice for gaining efficiencies acrossmultiple supply chain applications."The 8515 is the latest addition to PsionTeklogix’ Windows-based family ofVehicle-Mount computers. Teaming upthe 8515 with the 8525 and 8530, and therecently-introduced 8580 and 8590 familyof Vehicle-Mount computers, PsionTeklogix provides customers with thepower to choose the computer that bestfits their needs.The Supply Chain & Logistics Group | www.sclgme.org