RuggON PM

RuggON PM-511

Taiwan-based Versatile rugged 10.4-inch tablet computer uses Intel Atom N2600, runs both Windows 7 or Embedded Standard 7, carries IP65 sealing, offers 4G LTE RuggON Corporation was established in 2014 as a provider of ruggedized computing products. The company, however, is not a newcomer to the field - they are a spin-off from FIC (First International Computer), an experienced electronics designer and manufacturer, and also a pioneer in tablet computers. RuggON's stated mission is to raise the productivity of rugged computing solutions through creative, pioneering technology. Their lineup consists of RuggTAB tablets and RuggVMC vehicle mounts. On this page we're describing the PM-511 10.4-inch rugged tablet.

Industry observers may recognize the RuggON PM-511 as the Ubiqconn uTablet T10C, and that's exactly what it is. Apparently FIC spin-off Ubiqconn became RuggON, and the RuggON PM-511 is a slightly updated uTablet T10C. That means it has a 10.4-inch 4:3 format display with high standard 1024 x 768 XGA pixel resolution. Ubiqconn foregoes the fashionable capacitive touch in favor of traditional 5-wire resistive touch, not a bad choice for the tablet's standard or embedded versions of Windows 7. The tablet can be ordered either with a rather bright 350-nits standard display, or a 700-nits sunlight-readable screen that benefits from anti-reflective coatings and circular polarizers.

In terms of size and weight, the T10C-designed for a wide range of field mobility duties-measures 10.8 x 8 inches and is just over an inch thick. Weight is 2.65 pounds. Looking at the unit, size and weight specs presumably are without the protective rubber bumpers.

As its intended purpose suggests, the PM-511 is a well-connected, well-equipped device. Wired onboard connectivity includes dual full-size USB 2.0 ports, RJ45 LAN, as well as a standard audio jack. There are, however, no card slots to augment the internal 32GB SATA solid-state disk (presumably, larger sizes are available). There are two cameras, a 2mp front-facing conferencing cam, and a rear-facing 5mp documentation camera. There's embedded GPS, dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n WiFi and Bluetooth v4.0, as well as optional 3.5G or 4G LTE mobile broadband. Optionally available is a 2-in-1 snap-on 1D/2D barcode scanner and magnetic stripe card reader, and also snap-on RFID and GPS modules.

On the processor side, RuggON equips this rugged 10.4-inch tablet with the dual-core 1.6GHz Intel Atom N2600, a competent and widely used processor well suited for this class of machine. Using a dual-battery arrangement with an internal and an external battery allows hot-swapping and combined battery life of up to 8 hours between charges. A service door in the back of the tablet provides easy access for upgrades or service.

The PM-511 is a pure tablet without integrated keyboard, but it does have five programmable function keys for easy one-click access to often used apps and utilities.

On the ruggedness side, the PM-511 claims IP65 sealing, which means it's totally dustproof, and can also handle low-pressure water jets from all directions (albeit with limited ingress permitted). It has a wide operating temperature range of -4 to 122 degrees Fahrenheit, can be dropped from six feet to concrete, and has been tested according to MIL-SDT-810G procedures for mechanical shock and several other criteria. Ubiqconn also stresses the advantages of its uHeater intelligent heater solution that-via controllers, sensors and heaters-determines which parts of the tablet need to be heated under different scenarios and conditions.

Overall, the elegantly designed PM-511 actually foregoes some of the technology included in the smaller PM-311 (serial port, higher res display, expansion card slot), but offers a significantly larger display and an RFID option. It's an attractive, lightweight, versatile general-purpose tablet tool for mobile data capture and logistics jobs in numerous areas and applications. Backed by FIC's good reputation and experience, the RuggON PM-511 certainly deserves consideration.

Taiwan-based RuggON is a spin-off from First International Computer, one of Taiwan's premier forces in technology research, product development and manufacturing services. RuggON consists of FIC's Industrial Computer Business Unit and FIC's original R&D team. RuggON products include rugged tablet computers such as the PM-522 described on this page. (by Conrad H. Blickenstorfer)

Specifications RuggON PM-511

Added

08/2014

Form-factor

Rugged tablet

CPU Speed

Dual-core Intel Atom N2600 1.6 GHz

OS

Windows 7 Professional or Embedded Standard 7

RAM

2GB DDR3 800 SDRAM SO-DIMM

Storage

32GB SATA Solid State Disk

Card slots

none

Display type

Daylight (350 nits) or sunlight-viewable (500 nits) TFT

Display size/res

10.4 WVGA (1024 x 768 pixels)

Digitizer/pens

5-wire resistive touch screen

Keyboard/keys

Onscreen or optional external; 6 function buttons

Navigation

Touch, stylus

Housing

Unknown

Operating Temp

-4° to 122°F (-20° to 50°C)

Sealing

IP65

Vibration

Unknown

Shock

Multiple 6-foot drops (MIL-STD-810G)

Certifications

CE, FCC, CB, CCC

Size (WxHxD)

10.8 x 8.0 x 1.05 inches (275 x 204 x 27 mm)

Weight

2.65 lbs (1.2kg)

Power

Internal smart Li-Polymer 7.4V/3800 mAH 28.1 watt-hours; optional external 4,200mAH battery pack

Sensors

Unknown

Cameras

2.0mp front camera, 5.0mp rear camera with flash

Interface

2 x USB 2.0, audio, dock connector, 1 X RJ45 LAN; optional desktop and vehicle docks: 4 x USB 2.0, 2 x RS232, 1 x VGA, 1 x RJ45

Wireless

Bluetooth V4.0 + EDR, 802.11a/b/g/n, optional snap-on GPS/RFID/MSR modules, 3.5G or 4G LTE WWAN

List price

inquire

Web page

RuggON PM-511 product page

Brochure

RuggON PM-511 brochure (PDF)

RuggON PM-511 Docks/Accessories

RuggON Corporation 3F., No.129, Minquan Rd., Xindian Dist. New Taipei City 23141, Taiwan Telephone: 886-2-8797-1778 Fax: 886-2-8797-1881 Web: http://ift.tt/1usD7Dq

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