See the Difference :
The touch screen display uses transflective technology, making it
easy to read in both bright sunlight and normal lighting. To make
sure all conditions are covered, a multi-level backlight is
included, allowing bright, crisp display even in plant areas with
dim light. The touch screen display and large physical navigation
buttons provide for efficient use both on the bench and in the
field.
The full color graphics capability is provided as standard with
every 475 Field Communicator. It uses powerful EDDL technology to
allow you to read data from field devices in a graphical manner.
Charts, graphs, gauges, and product images are just a few of the
ways in which important device data can be displayed using the 475
Field Communicator’s color LCD display.
The weight of the 475 Field Communicator is evenly distributed for
comfortable one-handed operation in the field. It runs on Windows
CE, a robust, real-time operating system. The 475 Field
Communicator has plenty of memory to allow for future expansion. It
has 32 MB of application memory and 1 GB of memory on its System
Card.
Easy Upgrade Keeps Your Communicator Current .
The 475 Field Communicator is user upgradeable via the Internet.
Avoid the time delays of sending your communicator to a service
center for upgrades. With the Easy Upgrade option, you can download
new device drivers, functionality, or licenses directly to your 475
Field Communicator. Keeping your 475 Field
Communicator updated is easy.New HART and FOUNDATION fieldbus
devices, as well as functional updates to existing devices, are
introduced continually by device vendors. Keeping up-to-date with
the required Device Descriptions (DDs) for all the devices in your
plant can be a real challenge.
Rugged and Reliable
It’s called “Field Communicator” or a reason. Some tasks just have
to be performed at the device in the field. The 475 Field
Communicator is designed for tough use in your plant or mill. Its
large keys and physical navigation buttons allow for one-handed
operation, even with your work gloves on. The rugged display is
designed to take the knocks and shocks from normal use in the
plant. The 475 Field Communicator’s Protective Rubber Boot provides
added protection in the field and in your toolbox. Both the rubber
boot and 475 housing are designed in accordance with Intrinsic
Safety standards to limit the build up of static electrical energy.
The 475 Field Communicator is designed, manufactured, and tested to
very demanding specifications. It is ready to go wherever you need
to go to get the job done.
PHYSICAL
Weight
Approximately 1.65 lb. (0.75kg) with battery
Display
1/4 VGA (240 by 320 pixels) color, 3.5 in. (8.9 cm) transflective
display with touch screen
Anti-glare coated
Keypad
25 keys including 4 action keys, 12 alphanumeric keys, tab key,
function key, backlight key, power key,
and 4 cursor-control (arrow) keys;membrane design with tactile
feedback
ENVIRONMENTAL
Usage
10° C (14° F ) to +50° C (122° F )
0% to 95% RH (non-condensing) for 0° C (32° F) to +50° C (122° F )
Charge
10° C (32° F ) to +40° C (104° F )
Storage With Batteries
-20° C (-4° F ) to +55° C (131° F )
Storage Without Batteries
-20° C (-4° F ) to +60° C (140° F )
Enclosure Rating
IP51 (from front)
Shock
Tested to survive a 1-meter drop test onto concrete
EASY UPGRADE REQUIREMENTS
Usage
PC with Internet access
CD Rom drive
IrDA port (or adapter) or Bluetooth (or adapter)
SD Card Reader (required for some upgrades)
Windows XP (SP2 or SP3) or Windows Vista Business (SP1)
POWER SUPPLY / CHARGER
Battery
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion power module Battery Operating Time
20 hours – continuous use
40 hours – typical use
80 hours – standby mode