Embedded Bluetooth widens wireless functionality of Gotive rugged communicators

Bratislava, July 12, 2004, Gotive a.s.

 
 
     

Gotive users can now take the full advantage of the addition of another wireless data communication option to the rugged handheld communicator of Gotive H41 Series –Bluetooth technology via Compact Flash Card from Socket Communications, Inc.

Bluetooth enables Gotive devices to communicate without wires with peripherals, computers and among themselves. Bluetooth data communication embedded option is especially fitting for cost-effective local data exchange solutions - sending data to printers, downloading data, sharing connecting to network via other devices, connecting to ActiveSync, OBEX File Transfer, etc., using the common protocol of the Bluetooth standard.

Thanks to extensive cooperation between Gotive and Socket Communications programmers, Gotive devices are ready to bond and communicate with multitude of devices, especially from the product groups utilised in vertical market solutions: portable and office printers, computers, external scanners, mobile phones, keyboards a.o.

In order to easily integrate this technology into their applications, all partners and solution providers who purchased Gotive H41 Bluetooth-enabled units are provided with Bluetooth SDK.

Further available embedded options for wireless communication and data capture offered for the Gotive H41 Series are GSM/GPRS, WLAN, GPS, and Bar Code Reader. Specialised product ranges based on the H41 Series are the H41 SCR – Smart Card Reader Device, and H41 RS – rugged communicator with serial interface, both of which are also available with the Bluetooth option.


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For more information contact:
Anna Rosivalova - Public Relations
Gotive a.s.
+421 (2) 5263 2332
annarosi@gotive.com

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About Gotive’s H41 Series
Gotive H41 is a rugged handheld computer designed for professional outdoor activities. It replaces the need for independent devices by its combined features of Mobile Phone (GSM/GPRS data/voice/sms communication), Handheld Computer with large outdoor readable touch-screen HVGA (640 x 240 pixels), Bar Code Reader and GPS, all built into one unit. It features full finger operable QWERTY keyboard and programmable Action Keys to ensure true one-hand operation. It is drop and weather resistant (IP54 Standard compliant). Gotive H41 it built upon Windows CE.NET operating system. www.gotive.com/products/products.htm


About Gotive
Gotive Ltd. develops, produces, and sells highly innovative Wireless Enterprise Communicators (WEC’s). WEC’s are designed for use in any application in which mobile users need to collect, process and communicate information at the point of activity: remote logistics, transportation, field services, utilities, retail on the move, public safety, forestry, military, … in practically any mobile enterprise solution.

Gotive's WECs are powerful devices that integrate various components needed for mobile enterprise solutions. The desired combination handheld computer, mobile phone, GPS, bar code scanner, smart card and magnetic card readers, printer, fingerprint identification unit, digital camera, etc. is built into one mobile device. Added ergonomics and ruggedisation complement the unique features of Gotive's devices.

Gotive supplies its customers with excellent, 'fit for purpose' products by providing state-of-the-art design, product customisation, high-quality manufacturing, and fast logistics. From its operation in Central Europe (Bratislava and Vienna) Gotive provides many advantages for its European and Global customers - including geographic accessibility, price competitiveness, and a comprehensive understanding of the needs of market.
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