Dolphin® 9500 Series User’s Guide Rev A
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Getting Started
Congratulations on the purchase of your Dolphin mobile computer! You have made a wise choice in selecting the Dolphin, a
device known worldwide for its ergonomic form factor, light-weight, rugged design and single-handed data collection capabilities.
Overview
Dolphin terminals are Windows Mobile-based with a unique, ergonomic shape designed for single-handed use and 64 MB RAM
and 64 MB non-volatile Flash memory. To install additional memory, you can use the Secure Digital (SD) memory interface.
The industrial, mechanical connector supports serial RS-232 up to 115 Kbps and USB communications up to 12 Mbps. The IrDA
port enables you to exchange data with IrDA compliant devices, such as portable printers. For additional functionality, an
integrated digital imager is available for imaging and decoding.
Ergonomics
The patented shape of Dolphin terminals fits into either hand comfortably with major function keys that are easy to access. The
adjustable hand strap on the back panel ensures a secure grip enabling true, one-handed operation. The integrated pistol-grip
handle on the Dolphin 9550 provides intuitive point-and-shoot scanning over extended periods of use.
Rugged Design
Dolphin terminals are the most durable mobile computers on the market. Their rugged design can withstand repeated five-foot
drops onto a concrete floor, extreme temperatures, and high humidity, moisture, and dust conditions. The terminals are
independently tested to meet IP64 specifications.
Mobile Computing Features
• Low-power, high-resolution digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination decoding of most bar code
symbologies; see Bar Code Symbologies Supported on page 4-3.
• Integrated 802.11b, GSM/GPRS, and Bluetooth
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wireless radios for real-time data collection applications.
•Intel
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X-Scale 400MHz RISC microprocessor for fast processing.
• Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 platform, which makes the device easy to program with standard programming tools.
• 64 MB RAM & 64 MB Flash memory configurations for ample and secure data storage.
• Secure Digital (SD) memory interface enables additional memory installation.
Additional Features
• Long-lasting Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries
• Large, easy-to-read 1/4 VGA (240 x 320) color touch panel that can display text or graphics
• Three keyboard options: 43-key alpha/numeric, 35-key numeric/alpha, and 56-key full alpha/numeric
• Industrial-grade connector that supports serial and USB communications, as well as power in and out
• Full suite of compatible peripheral devices
• Decoding of stacked linear and matrix codes with Optical Character Recognition (OCR) functionality
• Digital picture capability
• Audio jack for headset use
• IrDA port for fast infrared communications
• Speaker and microphone for advanced audio functionality
