INTRODUCTION
1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 ELF DESCRIPTION
Datalogic’s new PDA, Elf is designed with the technology and ruggedness needed in
Field Service, Field Sales, Delivery, Retail and Logistics applications. Capitalizing on
Datalogic’s legendary ergonomics, the new PDA packs unprecedented features into
a compact form factor built for single handed operation.
Elf’s Power3 construction starts with a parallel microprocessor architecture using a
PXA310 and ARM-7 processors combined with 256 MB RAM & Flash and Windows
Embedded Handheld 6.5.
Elf 1D laser scanner and 2D imager both come equipped with Datalogic’s patented
Green Spot good read feedback. Elf can also be outfitted with an autofocus 3MPixel
camera with flash.
A complete set of radios keeps the users connected through out the day: HSDPA
UMTS for voice and data, Summit’s latest Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g wireless radio with CCX
v4 certification. Elf’s Assisted GPS (A-GPS) with Skyhook‘s Core Engine hybrid
positioning system helps with route planning and proof of delivery.
The Micro USB port facilitates charging with a phone industry standard power supply
or On-the-Go (OTG) communications.
Datalogic’s software tools and strategic software alliances fit Elf to the business
practice. Datalogic Desktop and Configuration utilities offer full control over the on
device experience. Wavelink Avalanche enables rapid deployment and central
management of Elf installation. Finally Datalogic’s comprehensive service programs
protect the Elf investment.