Date: Tue, 18 Aug 92 7:35:22 PDT
From: theriaul@mdd.comm.mot.com (Roger Theriault)
Newsgroups: comp.dcom.telecom
Subject: Mobile Data News (Motor
Organization: Motorola, Mobile Data Division, Vancouver, CANADA
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Here's a couple of Mobile Data industry press releases from Motorola
(I'm just posting this information; for press inquiries, contact the
people listed at the top of the release; for product inquiries, the
product manager listed at the end)

Reference:	Motorola ADN9223		
Date:		August 10, 1992	
Contact:	Erin Kingston 604-241-6132, Mike Doheny 708-576-6931

MOTOROLA INTRODUCES PRIVATE DataTAC* SYSTEM: NEXT GENERATION WIRELESS
MOBILE INFORMATION SYSTEM

	SEATTLE -- Motorola's Mobile Data Division introduced the
Private DataTAC System, an advanced wireless mobile information
system, today at the 58th Annual Conference for the Associated
Public-Safety Communications Officers (APCO).  DataTAC* is a complete
system that represents an evolutionary convergence of state-of-the-art
personal computing, mobile communications, and connectivity technology
for mobile workforces.

	DataTAC* extends the information systems and networking
resources enjoyed by office workers to the field.  It includes a
family of intelligent and rugged user devices, a set of high-message
throughput infrastructure products, and a core radio data technology
that delivers significantly higher data traffic volumes over land
mobile radio channels than currently available systems.

	A key benefit of the DataTAC system is its ability to place
more information and processing power in the hands of the mobile
worker through high speed data transmission (up to 19.2 kbps per radio
channel), programmable user devices, and alignment with several
computer industry standards (such as TCP/IP, X.25, LU6.2 connectivity,
and DOS-compatible user devices).

	A complete system, the Private DataTAC System, supports
traditional mobile applications such as computer-aided dispatch,
database inquiry and vehicle fleet management; and provides the
platform for future mobile applications such as enhanced report
writing, E- mail, graphics and imaging. Motorola is actively working
with key application developers, software houses and system
integrators to develop new applications to enhance the mobile workers
information access, productivity and effectiveness.

	"Public safety personnel and other mobile workers will now be
able to run the same types of applications that headquarters personnel
use," said Glen Brownlee, general manager of Motorola's Mobile Data
Division.  "With the ability to quickly access critical information,
complete reports and process additional "paperwork" on the street."

	The DataTAC system allows customers to effectively plan and
manage system migration from their current system.  Most DataTAC
products support the radio channel protocols of installed systems,
allowing new products to be introduced to these systems over a period
of time.  When the majority of products are DataTAC products, the
customer can switch to DataTAC's higher throughput radio channel
protocol and take full advantage of DataTAC's capabilities.  This
approach enables customers to capitalize on their current investment
and upgrade their systems in stages avoiding a major one-time system
replacement.

	The DataTAC system includes the RNC6000 radio network
controller, the DSS II controller and base station, and a powerful
family of programmable mobile, portable and modem devices.  The
enhanced radio data signalling technology and high capacity data
infrastructure controllers allow large volumes of data to be
transmitted efficiently across radio channels supporting more users
and data intensive applications.

	"The DataTAC system puts computing power at the finger tips of
the mobile worker with instant access to critical information and the
ability to communicate in real time -- resulting in a dramatic
increase in productivity and effectiveness," said Brownlee.

	Motorola, Inc., headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is one
of the world's leading providers of electronics equipment, systems,
components, and services for worldwide markets.  Products include FM
two-way radios, pagers and telepoint systems, cellular telephones and
systems, semiconductors, defense and aerospace electronics, automotive
and industrial electronics, computers, data communications and
information processing and handling equipment.

	Motorola was a winner of the first Malcolm Baldrige National
Quality Award in 1988, in recognition of its superior company-wide
quality processes.

* - Trademark

Product inquiries should be directed to Ken Chaddock, product manager, 
Mobile Data Division.  Phone:  (604)241-6215.  Fax:  (604) 241-6042.

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Reference:	Motorola ADN9222		
Date:		August 10, 1992	
Contact:	Erin Kingston 604-241-6132, Mike Doheny 708-576-6931


MOTOROLA INTRODUCES NEW INTELLIGENT MOBILE WORKSTATION FOR COMMERCIAL
IV/HS

	VANCOUVER, B. C. -- Motorola's Mobile Data Division today
announced the 9100-386 Mobile Workstation, the latest member of their
family of mobile data terminals.  Motorola mobile data terminals are
currently used in thousands of vehicles for real-time dispatching as
part of Commercial Intelligent Highway/Vehicle Systems.  The 9100-386
Mobile Workstation adds the capability of computing in a vehicle with
applications written for MS-DOS* and Windows*.

	With a 9100-386 Mobile Workstation mounted in the vehicle,
mobile workers such as utility field service personnel or police
officers can benefit from a rugged and reliable computer that can
handle dispatching, remote database inquiries and messaging.  Workers
can be sent to perform their function based upon computerized
management-set priorities.  At the same time, they can use the
terminal for local processing applications such as word processing or
expert systems for trouble shooting.

	Local processing allows for completion of time-consuming
"paperwork" such as reports and time sheets while in the vehicle.  In
addition, expert systems help mobile workers to handle situations as
well as the most experienced worker.  An example of an expert system
is an application that can provide directions to handle a hazardous
material spill.  These applications can be developed with the familiar
MS-DOS* and Windows* environment and modified to work in the mobile
environment.

	"Field personnel no longer have to go back to the office to
complete paperwork -- it can be done from the vehicle."  "The 9100-386
mobile workstation preserves the investment in dispatching software
while providing the local processing capability of a laptop computer.
The rugged mobile environment is often too tough for laptop computers
permanently mounted in vehicles."

	The 9100-386 Mobile Workstation includes removeable storage
(two standard RAM cards) which makes it ideal for this type of routine
communication.  This information can be directly downloaded at the
beginning or end of the day rather than transmitted via radio, thereby
reserving air time for more timely communications.

	The screen in the 9100-386 is VGA quality with a resolution of
640 by 480 and 64 shades of gray.  In addition, the 9100-386 supports
a wide range of peripherals such as bar code readers, mobile printers,
and GPS positioning devices for use with Automatic Vehicle Location
(AVL) applications.  There are connections for other peripherals
qualified for the mobile environment.

	The 9100-386 is designed to run continuously on vehicle power
at temperatures ranging from -30C to 60C (-22F to 140F).  The terminal
is designed to withstand the type of vibration experienced in
vehicles.  The case and keyboard are designed to withstand extreme
humidity conditions and be resistant to fluid spills often experienced
in the mobile environment.

	Other features include support for Motorola's existing
over-the-air data protocols and future higher speed protocols.  The
9100-386 supports the recently announced RD-LAP protocol that offers
the highest radio channel utilization available for wide area radio
systems at 19,200 bps.

	Motorola, Inc. headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, is one
of the world's leading providers of electronics equipment, systems,
components and services for worldwide markets.  Products include FM
two-way radios, pagers and telepoint systems, cellular telephones and
systems, semiconductors, defense and aerospace electronics, automotive
and industrial electronic equipment, computers, data communications
and information processing and handling equipment.

* - Microsoft  and MS-DOS are registered trademarks and Windows is 
    a trademark of Microsoft  Corporation.

Product inquiries should be directed to Bill Hughes, Product 
Manager, Mobile Data Division.
Phone:  (206) 487-5943     Fax:  (206) 283-4300

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Roger Theriault                theriaul@mdd.comm.mot.com
I am not a spokesman for Motorola or anyone else besides myself.