INTRODUCTION 11 INTRODUCTION1.1 KYMAN™ DESCRIPTIONThe Datalogic Kyman™ rugged mobile computer is one of the key elements ofDatalogic’s mobile@work™ product family for logistic solutions.Kyman™, thanks to the lightest weight of its category combined with one of the bestergonomics ever seen on the market, reduces the operators fatigue with nocompromises in terms of reliability and robustness. Its sturdy outer casing withovermold protection has been designed to resist harsh environments, multiple drops,strong shocks, repetitive tumbles as well as sub-zero temperatures.Available in both handheld and pistol-grip models, Kyman™ guarantees maximumflexibility thanks to the add-on handle. In fact, it is possible to insert or remove thehandle by simply using a screwdriver, maintaining, at the same time, its industrystandard performance for sealing and drop capabilities.Kyman™ key features include fully integrated automatic data capture (1D bar code,1D bar code & RFID HF-ISO tags, 1D & 2D bar codes & images), allowing codes tobe read from near contact to several meters distance and simultaneous wirelesscommunication capabilities (Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi, GSM/GPRS/EDGE).Kyman™ system architecture is based on the “de-facto standard” combination of thefastest Intel X-Scale series processors coupled with the Windows CE 5.0 operatingsystem and it is ready to satisfy the most demanding customer needs (i.e. allowing toexpand its memory thanks to a Secure Digital standard slot).Kyman™ provides 2 intuitive keyboard layouts, numeric/alphanumeric with backlight,able to fulfill 100% traditional text based applications (i.e. terminal emulation, throughthe DL-TCL-NET™ software client) as well as the most modern Web-based solutions(i.e. exploiting the Microsoft Internet Explorer through the DL Locked Web Browser™application).Kyman™ provides mobile professionals with the most relevant features needed tooperate in demanding environments: reliability, ruggedness, drop resistance, longlasting batteries, flexible communication and efficient data capture.1