INTRODUCTION
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FALCON™ X3 DESCRIPTION
The new Datalogic Falcon X3 mobile computer delivers the ultimate in
ruggedness, ergonomics, computing and data capture technologies. Falcon X3
options provide a tailored solution for demanding environments needing real
time transaction visibility. The Falcon X3 delivers rugged construction, laser and
image data capture, along with real time communications in a product that is
effortless to develop for, deploy and manage.
Enterprises rely on accurate inventories to both plan and manage activities.
Three data capture options optimize the Falcon X3 to the application. A laser
scanner tackles high volume environments where speed is essential to
receiving and shipping operations. The imager captures linear, stacked and 2D
codes to reduce failed reads due to damaged and poor quality barcodes. An
optional camera takes pictures for the documentation of damaged or returned
goods. Datalogic’s patented Green Spot good read feedback reduces errors in
both noisy and quiet environments. For applications like cross docking where
bar codes can be close at hand or far away, an auto ranging laser offers an
aggressive scanning solution.
The parallel computer architecture of the Falcon X3 melds the strengths of an
XScale™ PXA310 microprocessor with a Cortex-M3 coprocessor. This
combination gears the device for real time information management. Memory of
256 MB RAM / 256 MB Flash accommodates multiple simultaneous
applications, for managing large databases or enabling off-line autonomy of
thick applications. A Micro SD Card Slot provides a simple way for users to
increase memory storage capacity as needed. The Falcon X3 tailors itself to the
information technology practices of the enterprise through either the Microsoft
Windows CE 6.0 or Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system.
As information is collected the Falcon X3 turns to the task of communication via
a Summit IEEE 802.11 a/b/g radio. Complimented by a CCX v4 certification
from Cisco, the Falcon X3 provides infrastructure compatibility focused on
enterprise requirements for encrypted communication and seamless roaming.
Voice applications leverage the internet protocol connection for hands-free
voice picking and push to talk communications. Bluetooth® Wireless
Technology connects headsets, printers and other peripherals eliminating
cumbersome wires. An extensive accessory offering accommodates existing
installation needs for USB, RS232, modem or Ethernet communications.
The Falcon X3 comes in two form factors to tackle the differing scanning
intensities found in an enterprise. A pistol grip version with numeric keypad
tackles the high volume scan and quantity entry found at the receiving dock.
While a hand held with alpha numeric keypad better suits the lighter pick and
pack duty of preparing goods for shipment. The Falcon’s low weight balances a
large 3.5” display with a full size keyboard and a single piece 5000 mAh battery
into both of these packages.
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