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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Dolphin 7400/7450 hand held computer. You have made a wise choice in selecting
the Dolphin, a device known worldwide for its ergonomic shape, light weight and single-handed data collection features.
The patented shape of the Dolphin 7400 allows true, one-handed operation and fits either hand comfortably, while the Dolphin
7450’s integrated pistol-grip handle provides comfortable ergonomics and intuitive point-and-shoot scanning for extended
periods of use.
Built to last, the Dolphin’s ruggedly built case houses a 206MHz RISC processor and Microsoft® Windows® CE™ operating
system that is easily programmable with standard programming tools, Microsoft® Windows® CE™ eMbedded Visual Tools
(includes eMbedded Visual C/C++® and eMbedded Visual Basic®) or Java™. Dolphin 7400 supports Insignia Solutions® Jeode™
Java Virtual Machine to run Java-based applications on the terminal.
Load up the Dolphin with your custom software application and the ultimate data collection solution for your business fits in the
palm of your hand.
The terminal provides ample, secure storage for data and applications with its 32 MB RAM and 32 MB Flash memory
configuration. Up to 256MB additional memory for data storage is available with an optional compact flash card.
The Dolphin 7400/7450 terminals are some of the most durable devices available, designed to withstand repeated five-foot drops
onto a concrete floor. The terminal also resists extreme temperatures, humidity levels and dust conditions.

Additional Features

• Long-lasting Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries
• Large, easy-to-read 240 x 320 1/4 VGA backlit display that can display text or graphics
• Natural scan and viewing angle
• Low-power, high-resolution digital image engine for omni-directional and auto-discrimination decoding of linear bar codes
• Stacked Linear and matrix codes and provides
• OCR (Optical Character Recognition) functionality
• Optional Advanced Long Range laser scanner
• 802.11b direct sequence and frequency-hopping spread spectrum radio options for real-time data collection applications
The Dolphin 7400/7450 hand held computer/HomeBase™ User Guide is designed to provide you with the information you need
to make the most of your new Dolphin terminal. Sections on the basics, safety, battery use, accessories, and service make this
guide a complete source of information.