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Mobile Computer -- Portable Shopping System

 
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Give Shoppers a Unique In-Store Experience

The Portable Shopping System (PSS) from Symbol Technologies is a retail mobility solution that puts power in the hands of your customers. With a powerful suite of applications and features, the PSS mobile computer is designed to increase customer loyalty and sales while reducing your costs. Streamline operations and enhance merchandising efforts with this dynamic mobile computer that enriches your bottom line.

Designed for deli, grocery, mass merchandise, pharmacy and retail environments, the PSS mobile computer is rugged yet light enough to minimize user fatigue. With a bright, visible display this consumer friendly device is ideal for many merchandising applications.

Operational Efficiencies Merchandising Opportunities
Consumer self-scanning Real-time, point of decision marketing
Price verification Location-based marketing
Product locator Store specials, messages
Gift registry Incremental sales and loyalty
Enhanced communications In-aisle promotions
Quick order for rapid fulfillment in delicatessens, pharmacies Customer shopping history, buying preferences

Actionable Intelligence to Boost Basket Size

With the PSS mobile computer, up-to-the-minute information on customers and their buying preferences is delivered right to your fingertips. You can leverage this accurate, timely data into actionable business intelligence that reduces the amount of guesswork involved in marketing. You can personalize coupons, loyalty programs and store specials that are delivered at the point-of-decision, building customer loyalty. The PSS mobile computer is a premier venue for targeted promotions designed to increase consumer spending per order, items purchased or basket size from each and every visit to your store. Also, you continue to reduce costs with applications such as self checkout, pricing verification and product locator.

Modular, Adaptable Solutions for End-to-End Mobility

Symbol PSS Solution Set:

  • Rugged mobile computer
  • Dispenser unit
  • Printer
  • Exit/checkout station
  • Spectrum 24® IEEE 802.11 wireless LAN
  • Application software
The PSS mobile computer is a core component of an end-to-end mobile shopping system. The scalable PSS architecture includes a modular dispenser unit and checkout station. Implement PSS at your store, deli, pharmacy or retail outlet with the support and professional services of a broad variety of Symbol-certified third-party solution providers. You can select the application-specific software that best meets your needs—or even create your own. Deploy your personal shopping solution with confidence because it's from Symbol Technologies—the enterprise mobility company with proven systems at work in millions of retail locations around the world.

Features Benefits
In-store compatibility with IBM, Corema, RMS point of sale (POS) systems Maximizes the value of your existing system software
Withstands repeated 4-ft. (1.2-m) drops to concrete Delivers investment protection with tough, ruggedized design
Entrance station available in two models with large, backlit liquid crystal screens to display text and 240x60 pixel graphics Provides rich text and graphics capabilities for easy viewing
Entrance station with magnetic card swipe reader Enables speedy checkout
Entrance station with omnidirectional bar code scan engine Offers fast, accurate scanning with minimal time spent aligning bar codes
Printer (optional) issues up to 2,000 standard transaction tickets, coupons, shopping lists, recipes Gives you maximum marketing visibility and builds customer loyalty
Spectrum 24® IEEE 802.11® wireless LAN Ensures a cost-effective easy installation with fast, secure wireless communications for PSS, printer and entrance station
User-friendly, intuitive customer interface with multi-tone beeper Makes it easy for customers to adapt, increasing usage and productivity
Large, easy to read screen Displays text and graphics (animated and stationary) for a unique interactive experience
Programmable information key Allows you to customize your PSS mobile computer solution set

PSS Specification Highlights

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions: 3.3 in. W x 2.8 in. H x 8.0 in. L
83 mm W x 70 mm H x 203 mm L
Weight: 10.6 oz./300 g
Display: 8 line x 20 character of text or 64 x 128 pixels for graphics
Keyboard: 4 keys + trigger; programmable
Memory: 1MB Flash Memory; programs run from Flash
Software: PSS Mobility Architecture
Power Source: 1800 mAh lithium-ion battery
Performance Characteristics: Scan Element
Light Source: 650 nm laser
Ambient Light Immunity: Artificial: 450 ft.-candles/4,844 lux
Sunlight: 10,000 ft.-candles/107,640 lux
Scan Rate: 36 +/- 3 scans per second
Performance Characteristics: Spectrum24 IEEE High Rate Wireless LAN
Frequency Range: Worldwide product covering 2.4 to 2.5 GHz, programmable for different country regulations
Frequency: 2.4 - 2.5 GHz (varies by country)
Data Rate: 11 Mbps
Output Power: 100 mW
Typical Range: Up to 2,000 ft./606 m in open environments; up to 180 to 250 ft./54.5 to 75.7 m in a typical office or retail store
User Environment
Operating Temperature: 32° to 104° F/0° to 40° C
Storage Temperature: 4° to 140° F/-20° to 60° C (RH < 95%)
Humidity: 90% RH @ 50° C non-condensing
Drop Specification: 4 ft./1.2 m drop to concrete
Regulatory
Electrical Safety: Certified to UL60950-1; CSA C22.2 No. 60950; IEC 60950-1: 2001EN 60950-1: 2001
Laser Safety: 21 CFR 1040.10, Class I, II; IEC825-1:1993 Class I, II; EN60825-1:1994 Class I, II
EMI/RFI: 47 CFR FCC Part 15 Class B; EN 55022:1998
Class B; CISPR-22:1997 Class B; EN301 489-1/17; EN61000-4-2; EN61000-4-3

Specifications are subject to change without notice. Symbol® is a registered trademark of Symbol Technologies, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are proprietary to their respective owners. For system, product or services availability and specific information within your country, please contact your local Symbol Technologies office or Business Partner. Part No. PSS Printed in USA 12/03 © Copyright 2003 Symbol Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. Symbol is an ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 UKAS, RVC, and RAB Registered company, as scope definitions apply.