Panasonic Computer Solutions Company:
-- Bright 500 NIT Display Addresses Demand for Enhanced Outdoor Visibility in Military, Public Safety and Commercial Applications
-- Units to Be on Display at 112th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police in Miami, Florida
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company today announced the availability of 500 NIT displays in select rugged Panasonic(R) Toughbook(R) notebook computers used in a variety of military, public safety, and commercial applications.
Rugged Toughbooks have always used anti-glare and anti-reflective screen coatings to improve outdoor screen viewability. Now, building on its leadership in mobile computing solutions, Panasonic has introduced the 500 NIT LCD, which is 250 to 300 percent brighter than commercial-grade notebooks.
Available now, this new feature raises the bar for mobile workers. Police, fire and emergency medical professionals, members of the armed forces, field service technicians and mobile workers in all industries will benefit, enabling them to work more efficiently in the brightest daylight conditions.
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company continues to deliver the most advanced technologies throughout its semi- and fully-rugged notebook line. In addition to LCD enhancements, Panasonic recently announced next-generation wireless capabilities, with embedded EV-DO and EDGE network access on all major carriers.
Robert Carlson is Desktop Support Manager for the City of Hollywood, Florida. He installs and supports Panasonic Toughbooks for the Hollywood Police Department. "The City of Hollywood conducted an extensive laptop evaluation program for public safety. After testing factors such as portability between vehicle, desktop and field work, communications options, screen viewability, and reliability in harsh environments, the Toughbook was the clear winner," said Carlson. "Our experience with Panasonic before and after purchase confirmed to us their reputation in public safety is well deserved."
Today's announcement builds on a fifteen year history of firsts achieved by Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. Among the company's milestones:
-- First notebook with integrated CD-ROM
-- First magnesium encased LCD
-- First fully rugged notebook in a standard form factor
-- First semi-rugged notebook PC
-- First fully-rugged convertible tablet PC
-- First semi-rugged thin and light with a shock mounted hard drive, magnesium case and integrated DVD-CD/R drive
"Our customers trust us to deliver reliable solutions that can stand up to whatever conditions are thrown their way," said Rance Poehler, president, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "Whether they are saving lives or working to save money by automating and streamlining paper processes, they know Toughbooks deliver."
Models and Availability
Toughbook CF-29 Rugged Notebook is built to take a beating. MIL-STD-810F-tested for ruggedness, the CF-29 is encased in magnesium alloy, with durability designed into every seal, hinge and connector. The industry's fastest fully-rugged mobile PC, the CF-29 is used extensively in military applications, by federal government agencies, public safety professionals and commercial users.
Toughbook CF-18 Rugged Convertible Tablet transforms from a fully-rugged maximum-performance notebook PC to a fully-rugged handwriting-friendly tablet PC. Used in the utilities, energy, automotive, aviation, insurance and healthcare industries, the CF-18 allows users to take handwritten notes, mark and edit documents and draw diagrams.
These models are available and shipping now. Complete model information, specifications and information on where to buy is available on panasonic.com/toughbook. To see the new 500 NIT LCD, visit booth 1075 at the 112th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police at the Miami Convention Center, Miami, Florida, September 25-27, 2005.
About Panasonic Computer Solutions Company
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company is the leading provider of ruggedized notebook PCs for mobile professionals in the USA. The company is a unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. of Japan (NYSE: MC), which recorded annual sales of $81.44 billion in the most recently reported fiscal year. Matsushita Electric is one of the only manufacturers today that directly controls the process of design, manufacture and quality assurance of its notebook PCs. Many key components, including LCD panels, Lithium-Ion batteries, DVD and CD-ROM drives, and board-level electronics are the products of its divisions. The products, people and business of Panasonic Computer Solutions Company are entirely dedicated to the needs of the professional user, including Fortune 1000 business and government professionals. Panasonic also supplies mobile computing solutions to over 4,000 police departments in the United States.
All brand and company/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Information on Panasonic's full line of notebook PCs for the mobile professional can be obtained by calling 800-662-3537 or at http://panasonic.com/toughbook.
-- Bright 500 NIT Display Addresses Demand for Enhanced Outdoor Visibility in Military, Public Safety and Commercial Applications
-- Units to Be on Display at 112th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police in Miami, Florida
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company today announced the availability of 500 NIT displays in select rugged Panasonic(R) Toughbook(R) notebook computers used in a variety of military, public safety, and commercial applications.
Rugged Toughbooks have always used anti-glare and anti-reflective screen coatings to improve outdoor screen viewability. Now, building on its leadership in mobile computing solutions, Panasonic has introduced the 500 NIT LCD, which is 250 to 300 percent brighter than commercial-grade notebooks.
Available now, this new feature raises the bar for mobile workers. Police, fire and emergency medical professionals, members of the armed forces, field service technicians and mobile workers in all industries will benefit, enabling them to work more efficiently in the brightest daylight conditions.
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company continues to deliver the most advanced technologies throughout its semi- and fully-rugged notebook line. In addition to LCD enhancements, Panasonic recently announced next-generation wireless capabilities, with embedded EV-DO and EDGE network access on all major carriers.
Robert Carlson is Desktop Support Manager for the City of Hollywood, Florida. He installs and supports Panasonic Toughbooks for the Hollywood Police Department. "The City of Hollywood conducted an extensive laptop evaluation program for public safety. After testing factors such as portability between vehicle, desktop and field work, communications options, screen viewability, and reliability in harsh environments, the Toughbook was the clear winner," said Carlson. "Our experience with Panasonic before and after purchase confirmed to us their reputation in public safety is well deserved."
Today's announcement builds on a fifteen year history of firsts achieved by Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. Among the company's milestones:
-- First notebook with integrated CD-ROM
-- First magnesium encased LCD
-- First fully rugged notebook in a standard form factor
-- First semi-rugged notebook PC
-- First fully-rugged convertible tablet PC
-- First semi-rugged thin and light with a shock mounted hard drive, magnesium case and integrated DVD-CD/R drive
"Our customers trust us to deliver reliable solutions that can stand up to whatever conditions are thrown their way," said Rance Poehler, president, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "Whether they are saving lives or working to save money by automating and streamlining paper processes, they know Toughbooks deliver."
Models and Availability
Toughbook CF-29 Rugged Notebook is built to take a beating. MIL-STD-810F-tested for ruggedness, the CF-29 is encased in magnesium alloy, with durability designed into every seal, hinge and connector. The industry's fastest fully-rugged mobile PC, the CF-29 is used extensively in military applications, by federal government agencies, public safety professionals and commercial users.
Toughbook CF-18 Rugged Convertible Tablet transforms from a fully-rugged maximum-performance notebook PC to a fully-rugged handwriting-friendly tablet PC. Used in the utilities, energy, automotive, aviation, insurance and healthcare industries, the CF-18 allows users to take handwritten notes, mark and edit documents and draw diagrams.
These models are available and shipping now. Complete model information, specifications and information on where to buy is available on panasonic.com/toughbook. To see the new 500 NIT LCD, visit booth 1075 at the 112th Annual Conference of the International Association of Chiefs of Police at the Miami Convention Center, Miami, Florida, September 25-27, 2005.
About Panasonic Computer Solutions Company
Panasonic Computer Solutions Company is the leading provider of ruggedized notebook PCs for mobile professionals in the USA. The company is a unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, the principal North American subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. of Japan (NYSE: MC), which recorded annual sales of $81.44 billion in the most recently reported fiscal year. Matsushita Electric is one of the only manufacturers today that directly controls the process of design, manufacture and quality assurance of its notebook PCs. Many key components, including LCD panels, Lithium-Ion batteries, DVD and CD-ROM drives, and board-level electronics are the products of its divisions. The products, people and business of Panasonic Computer Solutions Company are entirely dedicated to the needs of the professional user, including Fortune 1000 business and government professionals. Panasonic also supplies mobile computing solutions to over 4,000 police departments in the United States.
All brand and company/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Information on Panasonic's full line of notebook PCs for the mobile professional can be obtained by calling 800-662-3537 or at http://panasonic.com/toughbook.
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