Packet Data Express (PD-expressTM) is a soon-to-be-released wireless modem/ docking station specifically designed for the HP 100/200 LX Palmtops.
The HP Palmtop connects to the PDexpress docking station through the serial port leaving the PC Cards slot free for additional memory or flash card applications. PDexpress lets users send Faxes, send and receive e-mail, access the Internet, connect to numerous on-line services, and more.
PDexpress is equipped with advanced battery management electronics allowing the user 50+ hours of continuous operation on a single 2-3 hour charge. The unit is configured with a radio modem that supports either ARDIS (DataTac) or RAM Mobile Data (Mobitex) and a 14.4 kbsp V. 32bis wireline Rockwell modem (for use when out of range of a wireless network, or at any time. PDexpress has a standard RS-232 DB-9 (9-pin) serial port that can be used to connect the unit to a printer or a PC without having to use a null modem.
PDexpress, which is about an inch wider and deeper than the palmtop (actual measurements are 7.9 x 5.2 x 1.1 inches), weighs 1.6 pounds without the palmtop The unit comes with an automobile adapter and a 120V AC adapter, which can be used to charge the battery and at the same time power the unit and the palmtop.
Price: $895.
Contact: E-Com International, Phone: 800-671-9970 or 503-671-9900; Fax: 503-646-2938; E-mail: marketing@ecominc.com