Overview
At A Glance
The ultra-thin Pocket PC packed
with features
Audio record and playback
Audio programs from the web,
MP3 music, or voice notations
Rechargeable battery that gives
up to 14 hours of continuous
battery life
Easy expansion and
customization through
CompactFlash card slot
Protected by Compaq one-year
warranty; warranty upgrades
available in many Sales Regions
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Standard Features
Models
Compaq Aero 1550 Pocket PC 170540-002 US 170540-031 UK
Canada Hong Kong
Mexico Singapore
170540-011 Australia 170540-041 Germany
New Zealand Switzerland
Austria
170540-021 Norway
Denmark 170540-051 France
Sweden
170540-061 Italy
Finland
Netherlands 170540-071 Spain
Saudi Arabia
170540-161 Latin America
South Africa
Russia
Slovakia
Fast 70-MHz NEC MIPS based RISC processor optimized for Windows Powered Compaq Aero Pocket PC
Processor
Memory ROM 16 MB
RAM 16 MB
Storage Memory 32 MB or 64 MB using Type I Compact Flash Cards
(see page 5 for more information)
Interfaces Front Panel Buttons 5 buttons (1 on/off and backlight button and 4 customizable
application buttons)
Side Panel Dial and Action Button 1
Side Panel QLaunch Button 1 (programmable)
Side Panel Recorder Button 1 (programmable)
Serial Port 1
CompactFlash card slot 1 Type 1
Infrared Port 1 (115 Kbps)
Speaker 1
Microphone 1
Audio Output Jack 1 (standard 3.5 mm)
Display 4 or 16 grayscale (selectable) semi-transmissive super twist neumatic (STN) liquid crystal display (LCD)
600 mah Li-Ion battery provides up to 14 hours of continual battery life.
Power Supply
Note: Battery life is based on the usage pattern of a typical user and will vary depending upon the configuration of the
computer and the usage pattern of the individual.
Audio Capabilities For fun or for business, the Aero 1550 lets users play MP3 or WMA music files. With support for Audible.com content,
you can also download your favorite books and listen to them while commuting or traveling. The record button on the
side of the Aero 1550 allows for convenient, one-step recording of messages, using the integrated microphone. The
standard audio jack lets users plug in headphones (not included) for private listening.
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Standard Features
Ergonomic Design Compaq's design and exclusive software package help make the Aero 1550 the most user-friendly Pocket PC available.
Features Compaq's QUtilities and QMenu help users find, switch between and close frequently used applications, and they
improve overall manageability. The Dial/Action button allows you to scroll through menus or contact lists and activates
selected item by depressing the dial, allowing convenient one-handed operability. Customizable application buttons let
you jump right to the desired program, such as calendar, contacts, or whatever is used most. Customize the buttons to
your preference or use them as game keys to play a favorite video game.
Compaq Software Bundle QMenu (Switch between or close active tasks, Close all tasks, Adjust volume, Check Power Status, Launch File
Explorer, Adjust Contrast, Go to QUtility, Adjust Backlight.)
QUtility (Backup/Restore to CF Memory Card, change the application buttons to game keys (up, down, right, left),
System diagnostics, Contrast control, Auto Run (automatically runs application when CF card is inserted), Select
what items to show in Qmenu.)
Picture Viewer (Views bitmap and JPEG digital files)
Asset Viewer (Provides system, version, memory, and display information)
AudibleManager (Resides on desktop and manages Audible.com downloads)
Operating System Microsoft Windows for Pocket PC and ActiveSync 3.1 on the desktop. Applications include Pocket Word, Pocket
Excel, Microsoft Money for Pocket PC*, Pocket Streets*, Media Player, MS Reader with support for Audible.com*
content (audio books), Pocket Internet Explorer supporting Mobile and AvantGo* channels (for downloading web
content), character recognition, soft (digital) keyboard, voice recorder, e-mail Inbox, task pad, contacts, calendar,
calculator, Today screen, note pad, ActiveSync (to synchronize with information on PC) and back-end functionality to
connect to remote computers.
*Available in English version of Pocket PC software only
Service and Support One-year parts and labor in all regions
NBD Advance Exchange CarePAQ available in North America.
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Options
Memory CompactFlash (CF) 32-MB Memory Card 104703-004
CompactFlash (CF) 64-MB Memory Card 104703-003
Power AC Adapter 402143-001
Lithium-Ion Battery 136175-B21
Auto AC Adapter 104929-B21
Cradle Standard Cradle 136183-001
C a r r y i n g Cases Sports Case* 157941-B21
Deluxe Leather Cover 136177-B21
Executive Portfolio Case* 402148-B21
*Not available in the U.S.
Communications CompactFlash 56K Modem 148908-001
Serial Adapter Cable (RS-232) 140143-B21
Other 3 Stylus Kit 157023-B21
Auto-Sync Cable 402146-B21
Travel pack (includes 2 styli, Auto AC Adapter, Auto-sync cable) 136588-B21
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Memory
Compaq Aero 1550 Pocket PC
STANDARD MEMORY
16 MB on System Board
System Slot
1
Standard 16 MB E M P TY
STORAGE MEMORY
Using CompactFlash memory cards, up to 64 MB of memory can be added to store data and programs.
Following are memory options available from Compaq:
32-MB CompactFlash Memory Upgrade 104703-004
64-MB CompactFlash Memory Upgrade 104703-003
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Technical Specifications
S y s t e m Unit Dimensions (HxWxD) 5.13 x 3.11 x 0.5 in/13 x 7.9 x 1.27 cm
5.29 oz/150 g (including battery)
Weight
Operating Temperature 32 to 104F/0 to 40C
RAM 16 MB standard
ROM (Mask) 16 MB
T F T Color Display 4 or 16 grayscale (user selectable)
Number of Colors
Resolution (WxH) 240 x 320
Dot Pitch 0.24 mm
Viewable Image (WxH) 2.4 x 3.2 in (4.02 in diagonal)/8.17 x 6.13 cm (10.21 cm diagonal)
Display Type 4 or 16 grayscale semi-transmissive super twist neumatic (STN) liquid crystal
display (LCD)
L i t h i u m Battery Battery Life 14.5 hours, 600 mah Li-Ion rechargeable battery, Lithium backup battery (CR2032)
A C Adapter Dimensions (HxWxD) 2.86 x 1.86 x 1.83 in/7.26 x 4.72 x 4.63 cm
Cord Length (approximate) 6 ft/1.83 m
Power Supply Ratings 100 to 240 V Switching
Voltage Range
10W
Input Current
50 to 60 Hz
Input Frequency
5 VDC
Output Voltage
2 Amp
Output Current
Compaq PCs use genuine Microsoft Windows
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Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.
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