Third Party Add-on Hardware

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• Internet Connectivity
• Storage
• Printing
• Miscellaneous

Freedom Scientific has developed relationships with device and peripherals manufacturers to help our customers take advantage of the mainstream platform capabilities of the PAC Mate. The products mentioned here have been tested for accessibility by Freedom Scientific. Listings and information are provided as a service to individuals and institutions wishing to learn more about the capabilities of the PAC Mate. Detailed information as well as pricing is available by contacting the manufacturers.

Internet Connectivity

56K Modem from Socket Communications

This is a CompactFlash™ modem. It is "hot swappable" which means it can be inserted and removed with the PAC Mate running. It can be configured to work in most countries. Visit the Socket Communications Web site Modem page for more information.

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Bluetooth Adapter from Socket Communications

Use this CompactFlash adapter for wireless connections to Bluetooth™-enabled devices such as cell phones, printers, Internet access points, Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers, and other computers. The adapter has a built in antenna and fits completely inside the CompactFlash card expansion slot. Visit the Socket Communications Bluetooth Web site for more information. For a list of supported devices when using this adapter, visit the Socket Communications Web site Bluetooth Device List page.

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AmbiCom WL54CF WiFi Adapter

The AmbiCom model WL54CF is a CompactFlash adapter that provides easy wireless access to your WiFi network or to wireless "hot spots" in hotels, airports, cafes, etc. Security and privacy features are available. Visit the AmbiCom Web site for more information.

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Storage

CF Memory from SanDisk™ or Kingston™

Freedom Scientific has tested the PAC Mate with CompactFlash memory cards from both of these manufacturers. Store your files on CompactFlash cards of 2 GB and greater, available from either company. Visit the SanDisk Web site or the Kingston Web site for more information.

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Printing

IrDA embossing from ACTiSYS

With the ACTiSYS infrared (IR) adapter attached to your embosser, you can use the iIR port on your PAC Mate to wirelessly send files to be embossed. Visit the ActiSys Web site Infrared Data Association (IrDA) page for more information. Once on the page, scroll down to the IR100M link.

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Miscellaneous

PAC Mate Gear

The PAC Mate Gear Web site, created by PAC Mate users, is a wonderful resource for PAC Mate downloads, scripts written by PAC Mate users, and other PAC Mate resources.

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