AMREL Systems Inc.’s
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Product Description
ROCKY II+ from AMREL Systems Inc.
represents a line of ruggedized mobile computing systems designed for field
service and in-vehicle applications within such markets as public safety,
emergency response, military and utilities. Certified to MIL-STD 810E, the
ROCKY II + with it’s water, temperature, shock, vibration and humidity
resistance makes it ideal for use in the harshest environments.
ROCKY II+ offers capacitive touch screen options for applications such as
in-vehicle computing where keyboard entry may be difficult. The advanced
mobile docking solutions for the Rocky II+ includes a "Hot Dock"
capability for easy removal and replacement, 2 (db9 serial) COM ports and 2
USB ports for fast, easy, and SIMPLE communication and hardware hook-ups.
For mission critical work where liquids may be inevitable, ROCKY II +
features our unique "Fault Tolerant Isolation" a special triple
redundant seal design which enables the system to withstand up to 4" of
rain per hour from any direction, meeting MIL-STD 810E (Method 506-1). In
addition, the ROCKY II+’ s Alpha-Star SRL with its three phase technology
process has substantially increased the quality of sunlight readable LCD’s.
Added to ROCKY II+’ s array of user friendly field capabilities is it’s
optional 4 COM ports which allows for simultaneous interfacing with multiple
components such as GPS, wireless modems and touch screen all at the same
time.
Key Product Features :
- High Performance Pentium III Processor with up to 256MB RAM is
particularly beneficial when utilizing applications like GPS, AVL and
Mapping
- Alpha-Star SRL option - The surprisingly affordable Alpha-Star™
sunlight-readable display involves an innovative three-phase
technology process unique to the ruggedized mobile computing
industry. Through this process, AMREL was able to increase the
contrast to 300%, reduce reflective glare by 93% and extend the
wide-angle view to 140 degrees.
- Integrated Wireless Modem – AMREL ‘s system offers not only the
option for wireless modems to interface via PCMCIA but also offers an
internal solution for a number of the most popular wireless modems on
the market today.
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Touch Screen for easy navigation and user friendly interface
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Custom Docking Solutions available for different office and vehicle
mounting situations.
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US Military Standard 810E and US MIL-STD 461E Certified; Also IP-54
Certified – most rigorous standards for ruggedness
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Internal LAN Card options.
Product Schematic

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There are several key elements in a Mobile Computing Solution; Look
at Public Safety as an example:
Mission-critical Software applications like Computer
Aided Dispatch and DMV / NCIC database inquiries from Cerulean
VisionTek and Public Safety Technologies (PST); public or private
wireless Network services like CDPD from AT&T and
VERIZON, BellSouth’s Mobitex, or Motorola’s 800 MHz data channel
for their radio systems; Wireless Modems from Sierra
Wireless and Novatel Wireless, Host Server self-maintained on
customer premises or Hosting Services are now being
outsourced to groups like PSIP (Public Safety Integration
Partners).The end-user however, in this example the police patrol
officer, has to work in a harsh environment that requires a high
performance Ruggedized Mobile Computing System .In this
application and others like it the ROCKY II + Ruggedized
Mobile Computer is the most important and visible component of
the Solution.
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Software Requirements
Rocky comes with your choice of operating
systems; Windows 95/98/NT, Win2000, or Linux – the systems are then ready
to run the Client-side of a mobile application.
Vertical Industries Where Rocky II+ is an
Ideal Device for the User
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Public Safety:
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Law Enforcement – Computer Automated Dispatch, Record Management
Systems, State & Federal Database Queries (NLETS, NCIC, DMV), Crime
Mapping, AVL, etc….
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Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
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Utilities:
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Field Service applications including inspections, data collection,
GPS/GIS mapping,
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Customer Relationship Management – Signature Capture, Bill
presentation, work order review,
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AMR – Automated Meter Reading
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Medical:
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Telemedicine, Imaging, Back-office clinical / Hospital Patient
Records
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Construction and Field Engineering:
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Computer Integrated Systems Control, Project Planning, Facilities
Management
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Petrochemical:
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Oilrig data collection, down-hole sensory data acquisition, pipeline
inspections, and geophysical testing.
Product Specifications
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ROCKY II + |
Processor |
Pentium III 450 to 600 MHz |
RAM |
64 to 256 MB |
Hard Disk |
6 to 10 GB |
Display |
800x600 12" to 1024x768 13.3" TFT Anti-Reflective |
Packaging |
Magnesium Casing |
Weight |
10.3 lbs |
Accessories & Options |
- Alpha-Star Sunlight Readable LCD (optional)
- Ruggedized to MIL –STD
810E & IP54 (standard) Custom
- Vehicle or Office Dock Under
(optional)
- CDPD Internal Modem (optional)
- Floppy Disk Drive (standard)
- DVD, CD
ROM, Secondary Battery, 120MB LS120 FDD (optional)
- 2 Internal COM
Ports (optional)
- Internal LAN Card (optional)
- Sunlight Readable Touch
screen (optional)
- Auto Adapter(optional)
- Infrared IRDA (standard)
- Smart Battery Charger (standard)
- Ports: 2Serial, 1 Parallel, CRT,
docking, fax/modem(RJ11), LAN(RJ45), audio, KB, PS2, USB (standard)
- Backlit Keyboard (optional)
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Major Customers Using the Solution:
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US Air Force –
Hammer Ace Group
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Public Safety:
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Delaware State Troopers, City of Pasadena Fire Department, Santa Ana
Police Department, Westminster Police Department, Turlock Police Dept.
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Utilities:
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El Paso Energy – outage management field dispatching, pole
inspection data collection
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Medical:
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Miami Metro-Dade County Hospital
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Pilot Study at Riverside Hospital Residency Program
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Construction & Field Engineering:
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Somero Enterprises – automated concrete screed control system
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Petrochemical – Mala Geophysical –ground penetrating radar data
acquisition
Rule of Thumb Costs & Benefits
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Costs: $5395 - $6900 per unit ask about our great quantity discounts
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Benefits: Reliability in mission-critical applications, Dependability
for sensitive data protection, Open Architecture Design for easy upgrades
and "Field Fast Access" to swappable components.
Vendor Product Page URL
www.amrel.com/asi/asi_index.htm
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