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Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR)
Available with MSR that reads up to three tracks of data from credit or loyalty cards. Can be used to meet worldwide opportunities for credit transactions only.
Sleek yet rugged pocket-sized lightweight form factor
Built for year round use in nearly any environment, with IP54 sealing and the ability to survive 4 ft./1.2 m drop to concrete.
Powerful microprocessor designed for mobility: XScale PXA270 @ 520 MHz
Desktop-like performance with lower power requirements.
Microsoft’s Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system
Increased interoperability with existing enterprise infrastructure; enhanced security features; more flexible development platform; improved mobile messaging collaboration.
802.11a/b/g WLAN connectivity with flexible VoIP (VoWLAN) support (MC5590 only; MC5574: 802.11b/g)
Cost-effective voice and data connectivity in the office and hot spots
WPAN: Bluetooth® v2.0 Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)
Wireless connectivity to modems, printers, headsets and more; v2.0 provides additional throughput, improved security and additional profiles for expanded connectivity to more device types.
High-quality speakerphone, microphone and transducer
Superior voice quality and performance.
Multiple voice modes: handset, speakerphone and Bluetooth headset
Flexibility to use the right mode at the right time.
Multi-mode data capture: 1D/2D bar code scanning plus 2-megapixel, auto-focus, flash-enabled optional color camera with decode capability
Ability to capture high-quality pictures, documents and signatures as well as 1D and 2D bar codes improves workforce automation, increases productivity and reduces data errors.
3.5 inch color high definition QVGA display (320 x 240)
Easy to view in virtually any lighting.
Mobility Platform Architecture (MPA)
Enables easy and cost-effective porting of applications from many other Motorola mobile computers.
IEEE 1725 compliance for the entire MC55 system — including all models, all batteries and all power-related accessories (such as cradles and charging cables)
Mitigates battery system failure, bringing a new level of reliability, quality and safety to the entire MC55 system
Multiple keyboard options
Flexibility to use numeric, QWERTY, QWERTZ, AZERTY and NAV PIM keyboards allows MC55 to meet diverse user and application needs.
User accessible microSD card slot
Provides additional memory and expandable functionality.
128MB RAM/512MB FLASH
Provides memory space required to enable robust performance for database applications.
2.5G WWAN: GSM/GPRS/EDGE broadband connectivity over the cellular network (MC5574 only)
High performance wireless broadband with the world’s broadest voice and data footprint for workers outside the four walls.
| Memory | 128MB SDRAM/512MB Flash |
| Operating system (OS) | Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 |
| Processor (CPU) | XScaleTM PXA270 520 MHz processor |
| Audio options | Microphone, Speaker , Bluetooth |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | MC5590: 5.78 in. H x 3.03 in. W x 1.06 in. D/14.7 cm H x 7.7 cm W x 2.6 cm D MC5574: 6.0 in. L x 3.03 in. W x 1.42 in. D /16.2 cm L x 7.8 cm W x 3.6 cm D |
| Display resolution | Color 3.5 in. QVGA (320x240) Touch Panel |
| Rugged | Yes |
| Weight | MC5590: 11.1 oz./315g (with rechargeable 2400 mAh Lithium Ion battery) MC5574: 12.5 oz./359 g (with rechargeable 3600 mAh Lithium Ion battery) |
| Electrical safety | EN 60950-1, Certified to UL / cUL 60950-1 |
| Environmental | RoHS-compliant |
| RF exposure | WLAN: USA: FCC Part 15.247, 15.407 – Canada: RSS210, RSS310 – EU: EN 300 328, EN 300-440-2, EN 301 893 – Japan: ARIB STD-T233, ARIB STD-T66, ARIB STD-T70 & 171 – Australia: AS/NZS 4268 WWAN: USA: FCC Part 15.247 – Canada: RSS210, RSS310 – EU: EN 300 328, EN 300-440-2 Australia: AS/NZS 4268 |
| Drop specification | Multiple 4-foot (1.2m) drops to concrete across operating temperature range; Meets and exceeds MIL-STD 810G |
| Electrostatic discharge (ESD) | 12KV |
| Humidity | 95% non-condensing |
| Operating temperature | 14° F to 122° F/-10° C to 50° C |
| Storage temperature | -40° F to 158° F / -40° C to 70° C |
| Tumble specifications | 250 1.6 ft./.5 m tumbles (equivalent to 500 drops) |
| Handheld Warranty | The MC55 is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for a period of 12 months from the date of shipment, provided that the product remains unmodified and is operated under normal and proper conditions. |
| Antenna | Internal |
| Security | WEP (40 or 128 bit), TKIP, AES, WPA (Personal or Enterprise), WPA2 (Personal or Enterprise), 802.1x, EAP-TLS, TTLS (CHAP, MS-CHAP, MS-CHAPv2, PAP or MD5), PEAP (TLS, MS-CHAPv2, EAP-GTC), LEAP,EAP-FAST (TLS, MS-CHAPv2, EAP-GTC) |
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MC55 Battery BTRY-MC55EAB00 |
MC55 Battery BTRY-MC55EAB02 |
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MC55 Battery BTRY-MC55EAB00-10 |
MC55 Battery BTRY-MC55EAB02-10 |
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MC55 Battery BTRY-MC55EAB00-50 |
MC55 Battery BTRY-MC55EAB02-50 |
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DC Line Cord 50-16002-029R |
Auto Charge Cable VCA5500-01R |
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USB/Client Communication Cable 25-68596-01R |
Charge Only Cable 25-112560-01R |
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AC Line Cord 23844-00-00R |
USB/Client Communication Cable 25-108022-01R |
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Rigid Case Holster SG-MC5511110-01R |
Soft Case Holster SG-MC5521110-01R |
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4-Slot Battery Charger Kit SAC5500-400CR |
4-Slot Battery Charger SAC5500-401CR |
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4-Slot Battery Charger SAC5500-4000CR |
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1-Slot USB/Charge Cradle CRD5500-1000UR |
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle CRD5500-4000CR |
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1-Slot USB/Charge Cradle Kit CRD5500-100UR |
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle Kit CRD5500-400CR |
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1-Slot USB/Charge Cradle Kit CRD5500-101UR |
4-Slot Charge Only Cradle Kit CRD5500-401CR |
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MC55 Vehicle Holder Kit VCH5500-101R |
MC55 Vehicle Holder Mount VCH5500-1000R |
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Wall Mounting Cradle Bracket 8710-050006-01R |
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Power Supply 50-14000-249R |
Power Supply KT-14000-148R |
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Power Supply for 4-Slot Cradles 50-14000-241R |
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Screen Protector KT-67525-01R |
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MSR5500-100R |
RS507 Hands-Free Corded/Cordless Imager |
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MC55 Spare Stylus KT-119150-50R |
Stylus-00001-03R |
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MC55 Spare Stylus KT-119150-03R |
Stylus-00001-10R |

Brochures:
MC55 Accessories Guide (596Kb pdf)
Application Briefs:
MC55 eCitation Solution (343Kb pdf)
Improve patient safety, worker productivity and cost efficiency with the Motorola MC55 (309Kb pdf)
Leveraging Mobility to Deliver Revolutionary Customer Service (480Kb pdf)
Perfecting delivery in parcel & post (455Kb pdf)
Maximize the value of your field workforce (339Kb pdf)
Supplemental websites:
MobileVisor Mobile Computing Product Selector (html)
Specifications:
MC55 Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA) (488Kb pdf)
User Guides and Manuals:
Videos and webinars:
Motorola Rugged Mobile Computer Video (html)
MC5590 - sorting and scanning packages (html)
MC5590 – The Mobile Manager (html)
MC5590 – The Mobile Physician (html)
White Papers:
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What Does It Mean To Be Rugged? (179Kb pdf)




