User Manual

Specifications
MRX920 User’s Manual 2-9
Hardware Requirements
In order to adequately run the MX900 software, the laptop you use must
meet the following minimum specifications:
Table 2.3 Hardware Requirements
The MRX920 is a mobile data collector designed to be used in a vehicle
designated for meter reading. It has been constructed to be used
occasionally on a bumpy terrain found in rural meter reading routes. This
needs to be considered when choosing a laptop to use with the MRX920.
Should your utility operate the MRX920 in bumpy conditions or should you
require a display rated for outdoor visibility, Neptune recommends
considering a ruggedized laptop such as a Panasonic Toughbook
®
or
equivalent.
Neptune recommends one of the following:
• Cigarette lighter adapter, required for laptop
• Extended life battery
Processor Intel Pentium Processor 1.7 GHz
Electrical Specifi-
cation
The following to be considered:
• Power consumption: < 1A
• Power supply: 12V DC via vehicle power source adapter
Operating System One of the following operating systems is required:
• Windows 7 Professional (32 and 64 bit)
• Windows 8 Professional (32 and 64 bit)
• Windows 8.1 Professional (64 bit)
• Windows 10 Professional (64 bit)
Processor Intel Pentium processor 1.7 GHz
Memory 1 GB
Communication The following to be considered:
• Internal 802.11 b/g wireless LAN
• Windows Wireless Connection Manager (if Bluetooth connection to
the receiver is desired)
Display 12.1" XGA (800 x 600)
Keyboard 89-key
USB USB 2.0