Hardware Compatibility List
The PAC Mate supports a wide range of hardware devices. These devices include modems, wired and wireless network cards, storage devices, printers, etc. The hardware compatibility list is designed to help the PAC Mate user select devices that have a proven record of compatibility with the PAC Mate. If you find a device that works and is not on this list contact us
note-- The following lists describe Pocket PC compatible hardware that is compatible with PAC Mate. If a peripheral is not on this list, it has not been
tested with PAC Mate. Many Notebook peripherals may have Windows CE drivers but are NOT Pocket PC or windows mobile compatible. Look to be sure the item's datasheet says
Pocket PC or Windows Mobile--and use items from these lists if they are available.
Some drivers could not be located.
The PAC Mate BNS and TNS run PocketPC 2002 while the PAC Mate QX400 and BX400 run Windows Mobile 2003. The PAC Mate Omni Runs Windows Mobile 6 Classic. In some cases, you may use a Windows Mobile 5.0 driver if a Windows Mobile 6 driver does not exist for the specific device. Your performance may vary if you use the incorrect driver software. Please ensure you are downloading the correct driver for your PAC Mate's operating system.
Each piece of hardware or software is rated on the following grading scale.
| Grade |
Meaning |
| A-- Beginner |
Talks out of the box with all controls visible to JAWS, This may be the result of scripts designed for the specific program. |
| B-- Beginner-Intermediate |
Most functions can be accomplished with the use of the PC cursor but some use of the JAWS cursor is required. |
| C-- Intermediate |
Most functions require extensive use of the JAWS cursor |
| D-- Intermediate-Advanced |
Sighted assistance is needed |
| F-- Advanced or Not Recommended |
Can not be used with out sighted assistance or if on the PAC Mate is unusable. |
Hardware Compatibility List
Select your device type:
56K Modem
Socket Communications 56K Modem
802.11B Wireless LAN
AmbiCom 802.11B CompactFlash Card
- Web Site: www.ambicom.com
- Model Number: WL1100C-CF
- Power Requirements: Unavailable
- User Level: Intermediate
- Operating Systems Supported Windows Mobile 5.0, Windows Mobile 2003 and Pocket PC 2002
- Get Drivers
NETGEAR 802.11B Wireless CompactFlash Card
Socket Communications 802.11B WLAN Card
LINKSYS 802.11B WLAN CARD
Sandisk Connect Plus 128MB + Wi-Fi CompactFlash
Sandisk Connect™ Low Power Wireless LAN Card
802.11G Wireless Network Adapters
Ambicom 54G 802.11G Compactflash
Linksys 802.11G COMPACTFLASH Wireless Adapter
Bar Code Scanner
Socket Communications Bar Code Scanner
Note-- For more information on a complete Bar Code Scanner Solution for the PAC Mate visit the Freedom Scientific News Room for more information on ScanTalker.
BlueTooth
Socket Communications Bluetooth Connection Kit
Belkin BlueTooth Compactflash/PCMCIA Combo Card
AmbiCom BlueTooth CompactFlash CARD
Ethernet 10Base-T and 10/100 MBPS
Socket Communications 10Base-T CompactFlash CARD
- Web Site: www.socketcom.com
- Model Number: EA0911-336
- Power Requirements: 19mA
- User Level: Beginner
- No driver information available
Socket Communications Ethernet Card-10/100
Cellular Connection Kits
No devices listed
GPS Receivers
GlobalSat BT-338
Input/Output Devices
Socket Communications Serial I/O Adapter
- Manufacturer: Socket Communications
- Web Site: www.socketcom.com
- Interface: Serial (RS232)
- Types: Ruggedized/Removable Dongle
- User Level: Intermediate
Mass Storage Drives
Sandisk 512MB Cruzer Titanium
- Web Site: www.sandisk.com
- Drive Type: Thumb Drive
- Model Number: SDCZ3-512-A10
- User Level: Beginner
- Windows Mobile 2003:Driver Built-in to 2.5 Release
COMPACTFLASH Memory
- Sizes: 16MB-2GB
- Manufacturers:Sandisk, Digital Media, Kingston
- Most should work
- User Level: Beginner
IBM MicroDrive with PC Card To COMPACTFLASH Adapter
- Size: 5GB
- Web Site: www.ibm.com
- User Level: Intermediate
USB Hard Drives
Requires 2.5 firmware or later
Requires mini USB adapter from Freedom Scientific
Confirmed: Buslink
Floppy Disk Drive
- Manufacturer:Sony, Compaq
- Interface: USB
- Requirements: Firmware 2.5 or later
- User Level: Intermediate
Printers
The Printer Connection
- For information on purchasing printers compatible with the Freedom Scientific PAC Mate, please contact the following:
(printers are listed below the contact information)
- The Printer Connection
Huntsville AL
- Brenda Rich, Extension 3029
- Toll Free, 800 982 3138
- Toll, 256 880 9991
- Email: Brend at theprinterconnection.com
- Web Site: www.theprinterconnection.com
Hewlett-Packard DeskJet 995C
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Model Number: HP Deskjet 995C
- User Level: Beginner
Note-- For more information on this printer and its capabilities please read our excellent review on this device.
HP Deskjet 450WBT
- Manufacturer:HP
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Model: HP450WBT
- Interface: Bluetooth
- User Level: Beginner
HP Deskjet 3820
- Manufacturer:HP
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Model: HP3820
- Interface: USB
- User Level: Beginner
Hewlett-Packard DeskJet 5740
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Model Number: HP Deskjet 5740
- User Level: Beginner
Hewlett-Packard DeskJet 5440
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Model Number: HP Deskjet 5440
- User Level: Beginner
Hewlett-Packard DeskJet 7760
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Model Number: HP Deskjet 7760
- User Level: Beginner
HP Deskjet 3620
- Model: HP deskjet 3620
- Web Site: www.hp.com
- Interface: USB
- User level: Beginner
HP 5940 Ink jet
- Model: HP 5940
- Web Site> www.hp.com
- Interface: USB
- User level: Beginner
Lexmark E323
>Model: Lexmark E323
- Web Site: www.lexmark.com"
- Interface: USB
- user level: Beginner
Lexmark z323
>Model: Lexmark z323
- Web Site: www.lexmark.com"
- Interface: USB
- user level: Beginner
Video Hardware
Voyager VGA Adapter
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