Sunlight-Readable Notebook withstands salty environments.
Press Release Summary:
Ruggedized to resist salt erosion in and around oceanic and coastal environments, wireless-enabled B300 meets MIL-STD-810F 509.4 and has coating that prevents salt fog from directly contacting magnesium alloy casing. Air-tight mechanical design and sealed I/O ports protect internal components, including motherboard. Available with optional active anti-reflective process and touch screen display, 13.3 in. TFT XGA LCD offers LED-based illumination and is rated to 1200 cd/m².
Original Press Release:
GETAC Launches Rugged Notebook with Salt Fog Protection and Sunlight Readable Technology
Telford, England, 2nd September 2008 - GETAC Inc., a leading, specialist rugged mobile computer manufacturer, has today unveiled details of its new B300 fully rugged notebook that has been designed to resist salt erosion in and around oceanic and coastal environments. The B300 is the ideal mobile computing solution for military installations, marine applications such as the Coastguard and other industries where salt or salt air can impact equipment performance.
The new B300 meets MIL-STD-810F 509.4, making it resistant to the corrosion effects, electrical effects and physical effects generated by one of the most pervasive chemical compounds in the world - salt. It adopts a special coating that prevents salt fog from directly contacting with the magnesium alloy casing. In addition, its unique air-tight mechanical design and sealed I/O ports eliminate the possibility of salt erosion to the internal components, in particular the motherboard, one of the most delicate components in a computer. Stainless steel screws are used as these too provide excellent protection against salt fog erosion. The launch of the B300 is set to revolutionise the way mobile computers are used in and around salt water environments.
The GETAC B300 also features a revolutionary Sunlight-Readable LCD display of 1200cd/msq (optional), the most advanced Sunlight Readable Technology currently available. Illuminated by LEDs, GETAC Sunlight Readable Technology uses an active anti-reflective process to block reflected light to dramatically increase visibility under the brightest conditions. Utilizing this technology, the B300 display is able to achieve the highest brightness without putting a strain on the computers performance or battery life. Also for extended use, the B300 offers a 12 hour battery life with its onboard 9 cell battery making it ideal for use in environments where a power source is unavailable.
MIL-STD-3009 compliant, the B300 is the first rugged notebook with 'Night Vision' mode, meaning the screen can be seen when wearing night vision goggles. A Black-Out mode is also included allowing users to easily turn off all lights to avoid being conspicuous in darkened conditions and exposing a current location. These unique features make the B300 the ideal solution for military and law enforcement sectors.
Both IP54 and MIL-STD-810F compliant, the B300 has been designed to allow it to be taken into inhospitable environments and harsh weather conditions. It's hard wearing magnesium alloy case makes it resilient to drops and hard knocks and a shock mounted HDD protects against data loss during unexpected drops, vibration or if shock occurs. Sealed I/O caps and doors prevent solid particles and moisture such as dust, rain and spillages from entering the unit as well as providing Salt Fog protection.
The B300 also boasts advanced connectivity capabilities. It includes, as standard, Wireless 802.11a/g/n LAN connectivity and Bluetooth V2.0 whilst offering an array of further upgrade wireless connectivity facilities such as 3G and GPS to ensure users always remain connected wherever they may be.
The launch of the B300 sees GETAC underline its philosophy of providing innovative rugged mobile solutions that are built to survive.
GETAC B300 Main Features
13.3" TFT XGA Screen with optional Sunlight Readable/touch screen display Optional
Night Vision Mode Optional MIL-STD-461E
Intel(r) Core(tm) 2 Duo L7500 1.6GHz Processor Windows XP Professional SP2
IP54 and MIL-STD-810F compliant
Up to 4GB DDRII DRAM
Magnesium Alloy Casing
Shock-mounted Removable HDD (Up to 160GB) Super-Multi DVD ROM and extensive connectivity options Giga LAN and 802.11a/g/n capability Bluetooth V2.0 Optional 3G and GPS Trusted Platform Module Biometric Fingerprint Reader
Dimensions: 303.5 x 263 x 60mm
Weight: 3.5kg
3yr Warranty
For further information, interviews with key GETAC personnel or to request product images or review units please contact:
Sarah Chard
The PR Room
Tel: 0845 094 2902
sarah.chard@theprroom.co.uk
About GETAC Inc.
GETAC Inc., a subsidiary company of MiTAC Technology Corporation, has been a pioneer in the rugged mobile computing industry by providing premier fully rugged and rugged notebook, tablet PC and handheld solutions for the military, law enforcement, public safety, utility, telecommunication, manufacturing, field service and mobile workforce industries. GETAC is backed by the technological, customized product design and manufacturing resources from MiTAC Technology Corporation.
The rugged computers are strictly controlled and monitored from the design, manufacture, quality assurance to service flows, making GETAC an industry known rugged computer provider. For more information, please go to GETAC Inc. official website www.getac.com
About MiTAC Technology Corporation
MiTAC Technology Corporation, founded in 1989, manufactures consumer notebooks and rugged notebooks by utilizing its highly developed competences in hardware, software, mechanical and assembly capabilities.
The company provides consumer/business notebooks, rugged notebooks, digital audio/video devices and software development solutions. MiTAC Technology Corporation plans to complete the merger with MiTAC Precision Technology Corporation by August 2007. The new entity will possess over 2000 specialized engineers in research and development, tooling and quality assurance. MiTAC Precision Technology's primary business focus is on providing mechanical solution and tooling design and production.
It possesses many innovative fabrication technologies, such as material, coating, etching, sputtering surface treatment and magnesium alloy casting, also providing total mechanical solutions to the customers, from mock-up, tooling design, stamping, injection, coating, printing, etching, sputtering, laser marking, to final assembly. For more information, please go to the official MiTAC Technology website www.mitac-mtc.com.tw or MiTAC Precision Technology website http://mitac.mic.com.tw/mpt/index.htm.
