It is exactly what I had been hoping for; it takes no room, the batteries won't run out, and I can spend an entire flight getting some productive writing done.

	-- Mickey Edward, John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University

QuickPAD IR and QuickPAD PRO are designed to make mobile computing easy when it comes to data entry tasks. Simple technology coupled with notebook applications let you efficiently word and data process, manage and organize your contacts, schedule appointments and more. Whether you are writing school assignments, police narratives or a breaking news story, it's all about making you more proficient and reducing duplication of effort.

Even with extensive (and expensive) training, the laptops simply aren't useful in the field. Your QuickPAD product saved the day! Because of the extremely rugged and user-friendly nature of the QuickPAD, there was virtually no training required.

	-- Everett Harper, Technology Manager, County of Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services

QuickPAD IR and QuickPAD PRO both provide unique features and benefits to meet your critical computing needs:

Need	Feature	Benefit
Long battery power > 24 hours	Battery operated	100's of hours without having to recharge battery
Lighweight, portable computer	Weighs less than 1.5 pounds	Practical and efficient for mobile computing tasks
Inexpensive computer	Low cost	$199 - $350 affordable to allow one QuickPAD per user and minimal liability in case of replacement
Practical "feel good" keyboard	Full size WIN keyboard	Promotes keyboarding efficiency and proficiency
Durability	Rugged construction	Reduces damage liability
Instant usability	Simple technology	Instantly boots up (2-3 seconds). No special instruction or training required to using QuickPAD. No extra software to install or maintain.
Interface with existing technology	Connectivity	QuickPAD must work with all presently installed computers in a school. Connectivity is achieved by a wireless connection to the main computer.
Flexible platform	Custom configuration	QuickPAD is a flexible platform to accommodate any individual’s academic level or vertical market application.
Low or no cost IT and maintenance support	No extra software to install or maintain	Requires no IT staff development, maintenance or overhead.
Assistance with writing and keyboarding skills	Typing tutor & Spell check	Teaches and improves keyboarding skills which are crucial in higher learning and professional environments.

My 10yr old niece loves her QuickPAD. It's the perfect compliment to my home desktop. She does her homework, reports, or keyboard lessons while I surf the Internet or update my files.

	-- Shannon P., Stamford, CT

Compare QuickPAD IR and QuickPAD PRO Advantages
QuickPAD offers many user and technology advantages for schools, students, organizations and business professionals alike. Choose the QuickPAD that's right for you:

Advantages	QuickPAD IR Educational Environment	QuickPAD PRO Professional Environment
Assists in developing writing skills	X	X
Maintains multiple user folders using the “Portfolio Filing System”	X	X
Brings focus on strengths and weaknesses of the user’s writing vs. reading content	X
Enhances productivity (not a game or activity)	X
Serves as an intermediate step for introducing users to computer technology	X
Teaches and improves keyboarding skills which are crucial for higher learning and business use	X	X
Integrates into a PC or Mac allowing users to learn or maximize important desktop skills such as formatting, saving, inserting pictures, printing, etc.	X	X
Prints directly from QuickPAD	X*
More than adequate internal memory (approx. 500 text pages) with unlimited external data storage (via compact flash)		X
Reduced scrolling and improved readability due to larger screen size (60 characters by 16 lines)		X
Quickly transfer data via 2-way communication	X**	X
Quickly transfer data via 2-way communication	X**	X
Ability to develop application software with Basic & C++ IBM PC Compatible Compilers environment		X
Flexible interface connectivity (USB, RS232 Com port, proprietary infrared)	***	X
Assists in data processing efforts required for database and frequently used forms		X
More efficient computer processor (32 MHz 80 x 86 CPU)		X
More comprehensive word processing & editing features (cut, copy, paste, word wrap)		X

* Printer must have pre-loaded fonts
** Extra accessory option
*** QuickPAD proprietary infrared technology

QuickPAD IR and QuickPAD PRO Specifications Comparison

HARDWARE	IR	PRO
Size	11" x 8" x 1"	11" x 9" x 1.5"
Weight	1.0 lbs.	1.5 lbs.
Speed	16 Mhz 80x88 CPU	32 Mhz 80x86 CPU
Keyboard	Full-size Windows 95 compatible	Full-size Windows 95 compatible
Memory	128Kb SRAM; 512Kb Flash	1Mb SRAM; 2Mb Flash
Memory Expansion	Not available	Compact Flash card (Unlimited storage)
Interfaces	QuickPAD Infrared*	- RS232 COM Port - USB Port - QuickPAD Infrared*
Screen Size	40 characters x 4 lines	480 x 128 B/W LCD 60 character x 16 lines
Battery	4 AA Batteries - 100 hrs.	4 AA Batteries - 50 hrs.
SOFTWARE
Operating System	Proprietary	Fully DOS Compatible
E-Mail	No	Send and Receive with any ISP
Built In	- Word Processor - Typing Tutor - Spell check - Personal Organizer	- Word Processor - Typing Tutor - Spell check - Scientific Graphic Calculator - Spreadsheet - Database - Personal organizer - 2-way data transfer - Text Email
Base SRP	$199.00	$299.00

* QuickPAD proprietary infrared technology

Why buy QuickPAD PRO?

	PDA	Laptops	QuickPAD PRO
Durability	Fragile	Fragile	Sturdy
Portability	Small, lightweight	Heavy, cumbersome	Lightweight
Liability (loss/theft)	Fairly inexpensive to replace	Expensive to replace – high theft, intellectual property risk	Inexpensive – little theft
Usability	Fairly easy to learn and use, but size limits physical handling. Takes a little practice to use plastic stylus.	Difficult to use due to complex applications	Very easy to learn and use, No IT resources required (Note: started in education with children – rugged and simple to teach)
Accessibility (Boot time)	Fast	Slow	Fast (2-3 seconds)
Memory/Storage	Expansion capabilities	Large capacity with expansion capabilities	1MB internal memory with unlimited with expansion card slot (Compact flash)
Power/Battery Life	Fair – Average 10 to 20 hours Rechargeable	Short - Average 3 hours Rechargeable	Extensive - Average 100 hours on 4 AA batteries
Keyboard Utility	Portable/folding keyboard – fragile, poor to fair keyboard feel, lack of keyboarding efficiency for extended length of use.	Full Keyboard -maximum keyboarding efficiency especially for lengthy text or data entry. Familiar layout soft-plastic touch of the Microsoft keyboards.	Full keyboard – maximum keyboarding efficiency especially for lengthy text or data entry. Familiar layout soft-plastic touch of the Microsoft keyboards.
Screen size	Very small	Very good	Good
Applications	Programs: Geared toward managing finite tasks that are not data intensive information - daily tasks of appointment making and light note taking, but also for listening to music, viewing pictures from a digital camera or the Web, and audio dictation. Personal Organizer Contacts Appointments Notetaking Many add-ons available	Programs: Good for word processing, spreadsheets, browsing the Internet, and processing large amounts of data.	Programs: Ideal for intensive word processing, spreadsheets, and processing large amounts of data. Simple, basic programs included: Word processing Typing Tutor Spreadsheet Personal organizer Contacts Appointments Scientific graphic calculator Clock
IT Resources	No IT resources required.	Typically, requires IT resources for maintenance and support.	No IT resources required. IT support is included with unit purchase.
Overall Advantage	Thin, stylish, cool designs, the fastest processors, color display and loads of features and add-ons. Internet capabilities, games and multi-media functions.	Highly readable, bright color screen, many program applications and interfaces. Internet capabilities, games and multi-media functions for sound and flash. Strong application performance, keyboard feel and processing of large amounts of data.	Inexpensive, rugged design, lightweight, battery longevity and good keyboard feel or processing large amounts of data. Simple, practical computer to conduct task at hand increasing efficiency and productivity. Addresses daily "pains" of text/data entry in the field or away from your desktop. PC and Mac compatibility.
Overall Disadvantage	Small screen. Word wrap make word processing difficult. Text/data entry is tedious and slow. Scripting with stylus is difficult to learn. Price is most often not worth the meager amenities. Lack of developer support and the battery life is relatively short. Expandability and Mac interface capability vary.	Heavy, expensive, short battery life for any extensive word processing or data entry. IT and maintenance support is costly.	Limited functionality, no internet browser, and no graphics or email attachment capabilities. No backlighting or graphics capability.