Although it comes with a large and useful software bundle, the unit's features do not match up well against the more robustly equipped competition. The unit does have a backlight, though. The serial port is protected by a slide-away door. The CD also includes a software patch to correct a minor problem with the unit's backlight switch.
Additional software is available to registered owners at the company's Web site.
The Cassiopeia lacks a built-in modem but includes a standard Type II PC Card slot and a Compact Flash card slot. Also integrated on the unit is a digital audio recorder. Casio claims 25 hours of use with two standard double-A alkaline batteries. The unit ships with an AC adapter and a lithium ion battery pack. Find out how.