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    Newton MessagePad: Technical Specifications
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    This article discusses the technical specifications of the Newton MessagePad.


DISCUSSION

    Newton Recognition Architecture
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    * Recognizes handwriting: printed, cursive, or mixed-word recognition
    * Recognizes graphics and the inherent symmetry in objects

    Newton Information Architecture
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    * Object-oriented data storage optimized for storing, finding, and linking small pieces of information
    * Easy creation of custom forms applica tions via the flexible graphical view toolbox
    * Easy data sharing using standard tags
    * Object-oriented database provides flexible view of data

    Newton Communications Architecture
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    * Provides single interface for all communication services
    * Integrated to support easy communications with minimum setup requirements
    * Designed in modules to support new communications capabilities

    Intelligent Assistance Architecture
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    * Assists users in completing repetitive tasks done in multiple categories, including communications, scheduling, finding, and reminding functions
    * Contains smart defaults to reduce complexity
    * Functions across applications transparently
    * Allows extensions by third-party developers

    Newton Hardware Architecture
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    * ARM 610 processor at 20 MHz
    * Apple custom system ASIC
    * Low-power, reflective LCD display (336 x 240 pixels)
    * Transparent tablet with passive pen
    * 4MB of ROM
    * 640K of RAM
    * One PCMCIA Type II card slot
    * LocalTalk-compatible serial port
    * Low-power, half-duplex, infrared transceiver (9600 baud at 1 meter)

    Communications Capabilities
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    * Print to Apple LaserWriters and StyleWriters with serial cable and to popular parallel printers using Newton Print Pack
    * Fax with optional fax modem (9600 baud fax send, automatic cover-page generation, post-formatting)
    * Beam via infrared technology (send notes, name cards, appointments at 9600 baud with 1-meter range)
    * Handle telephony needs with assistance for intelligent auto dialing (DTMF or modem dialing)
    * Receive and store wireless messages using optional Messaging Card
    * Send and receive NewtonMail to other Newtons, PCs and Macintosh computers with optional modem (this service will be available in the fall of 1993.)

    Size and Weight
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    * Height: 7.25 in. (184.75 mm)
    * Width: 4.50 in. (114.3 mm)
    * Depth: 0.75 in. (19.05 mm)
    * Weight: 0.9 lb. (0.4 kg)

    Operating Environment
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    * Temperature: +0 to +40 C
    * Storage temperature: -20 to +60 C
    * Humidity range: 20 percent to 95 percent RH noncondensing

    Power Requirements
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    * Power adapter:
    -- Universal, 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
    -- Four plug configurations: U.S., U.K., Europe, and Australia
    * Battery type: alkaline or nickel-cadmium
    -- Alkaline output: 6.0V DC, 1.1 WH (nominal)
    -- Nickel-cadmium output: 4.8V DC, 200 mAh (nominal)
    * Lithium cell: DL2032
    * Operating range: 3 V (nominal)
    * Power source: AC adapter (included) or four AAA batteries (included) and optional Rechargeable Battery Pack

    Connecting Kit System Requirements
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    * Works with personal computers running Microsoft Windows; requires connector cable and version 3.0 or later
    * Works with Macintosh personal computers; requires connector cable and system 7.01 or later

    Printer Support
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    * Built-in printer support for the Apple StyleWriter and StyleWriter II, Personal LaserWriter LS and Personal LaserWriter 300 printers, and Apple PostScript laser printers from the LaserWriter Plus and up
    * Works with most popular PC printers, including the Hewlett-Packard LaserJet, Hewlett-Packard DeskJet, Canon BubbleJet, and Epson LQ and FX using the Print Pack option

    Fax Machine Support
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    * Supports Group 3 fax machines

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