Overview
At A Glance
Provides the most advanced
color display in a Palm-size PC
Color TFT screen is sharp, crisp,
and easy to read.
Reflective technology allows easy
viewing in any environment
even in bright sunlight conditions
which wash out other Palm-size
PC displays.
Long lasting Li-Ion battery
provides up to 10 hours of use
and recharges automatically
when the unit is placed in its
docking cradle.
Note: Battery life will vary based
on an estimated typical use
pattern of an average user,
the configuration of the
computer and the usage
pattern of the individual
user. Use of some PC
Cards may significantly
decrease battery life.
Acts like a portable audio
information and entertainment
device by allowing users to enter
voice-notes or listen to audio
books downloaded from the web
Shielded CompactFlash slot
allows users to enhance
functionality and convenience.
Ergonomic design makes getting
to critical information fast and
easy. Features include a dial that
enables one-handed operability,
three illumination settings, three-
mode alarm and more.
Familiar Windows CE operation
system maintains critical
information and synchronizes
seamlessly with the PC.
Compaq software bundle
enhances functionality and
convenience.
Protected by Compaq Services,
including a one-year warranty
Note: Certain restrictions and
exclusions apply. Consult
the Compaq Customer
Support Center for details.
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QuickSpecs Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC
Standard Features
Models
C o m p a q Aero 2100 Models 2110 and 2120 Models 2130 and 2150 Models 2160 and 2180
C o l o r Palm-size PC with 8-MB Memory with 16-MB Memory with 24-MB Memory
311910-003
311910-001 311910-005
311910-002 311910-004 311910-006
311910-011 311910-012 311910-013
311910-022
311910-021 311910-023
311910-032
311910-031 311910-033
311910-042
311910-041 311910-043
311910-051 311910-052 311910-053
311910-061 311910-062 311910-063
311910-071 311910-072 311910-073
311910-162 311910-164 311910-165
311910-291 311910-292
Fast 70-MHz MIPS based RISC processor
Processor
Memory Standard 8, 16 or 24 MB (model dependent)
Maximum 24 MB
Interfaces Front Panel Buttons 5 buttons (1 on/off and front light button and 4 application buttons)
Side Panel Rocker Switch 1
Side Panel Exit Button 1
Side Panel Recorder Button 1
Serial Port 1
CompactFlash card slot 1
Infrared Port 1
Speaker 1
Microphone 1
Audio In Jack 1
Display 256 Color high reflective Thin Film Transistor (TFT) liquid crystal display. TFT technology is displayed technology found
in higher-end portable computers because of the crisp, sharp image it displays. The brilliant color enhances readability
and improves the overall usefulness of the Palm-size PC. Reflective technology allows the user to clearly read the
display in any environment even in bright sunlight conditions that wash out other Palm-size PC displays and make
them unreadable. The display supports 320 x 240 resolution, three times that of the 3Com PalmPilot.
900mah Li-Ion battery provides up to 10 hours of use. Compaq is a market leader in bringing Li-Ion batteries to Palm-
Power Supply
size PCs, a technology usually found in higher-end portable computers. When the Compaq Aero 2100 is placed in
docking station to synchronize, the Li-Ion rechargeable batteries are automatically charged. Connecting to the AC
Adapter also recharges the batteries.
Audio Capabilities The Palm-size PC that also functions as a portable audio information and entertainment device. The robust audio
capabilities enable users to record, transfer, and playback informative and entertaining audio content. Audible SplashTM
software allows the Compaq Aero 2100 to play Audible audio files downloaded onto PC from www.audible.com and
transferred to Palm-size PC upon synchronization. The instant record button allows convenient and quick voice notations
at the press of a button. Listening to content is accomplished through an integrated speaker on the back of the unit, or
headphones may be placed into the jack (adapter required) for private listening.
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QuickSpecs Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC
Standard Features
Ergonomic Design The Dial on the side of the Compaq Aero 2100 enables users to scroll up or down and execute actions with a single
Features hand.
An Integrated holding mechanism holds ergonomic stylus securely in place.
Three-mode alarm (silent led, audible chirp, or vibrate) provides flexibility in how Compaq Aero 2100 alerts the user.
Three settings include ambient lighting (no illumination) and a low and high illumination setting.
Convenient front panel design includes five buttons: four for application launch keys and an on/off /front light button.
C o m p a q Software Bundle for Audible Splash (download audio books, radio programs for off-line listening), Asset Management (provides details
m o d e l s 2110, 2120 and 2130 about system, memory, etc.), Picture Viewer (view standard digital files), CompactFlash Backup and Restore (backup
i n LA, NA and CKK
and restore data to a CF Card), Syracuse Language, Inc. Dictionary tools (English to Spanish and Japanese), VCA
Systems, Inc. Expense Tracker, Applian Technologies CoolCalc (scientific and business calculator)
C o m p a q Software Bundle for Active Sync 3.0 (New desktop device manager), Audible Splash (download audio books, radio programs for off-line
m o d e l s 2150 listening), Asset Management (provides details about system, memory, etc.) Picture Viewer (view standard digital files).
CompactFlash Backup and Restore (backup and restore data to a CF Card), Syracuse Language, Inc. Dictionary tools
(English to Spanish and Japanese), VCA Systems, Inc. Expense Tracker, Applian Technologies CoolCalc (scientific
and business calculator)
C o m p a q Software Bundle for QLaunch (Place QMenu icon on the taskbar.)
m o d e l s 2110, 2120 and 2130
QMenu (Switch between or close active tasks, Close all tasks, Adjust volume, Check Power Status, Launch File
i n EMEA, APD, GCD and
Explorer, Adjust Contrast, Go to Qutility, Adjust Backlight and jump to display properties.)
m o d e l s 2160 and 2180 in all
g eog r ap h ies 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.)
File Explorer (Just like Windows Explorer for the PC)
Picture Viewer (Views .bmp and .jpeg digital files)
Asset Viewer (Provides system, version, memory, and display information)
AudiblePlayer and AudibleManager (Resides on desktop and manages AudiblePlayer downloading)
Pocket Asset Manager (Collects Asset Viewer information and places it on PC as an HTML file)
Reference Guide (Users instruction guide in .pdf format)
Applian CoolCalc (Calculate days in a period, convert currency, calculator loan information, determine the time value
of money, in addition to two scientific calculators, a basic calculator, and computer math.)
Syracuse Language Systems Spanish/English dictionary (Spain and Latin America models only)
Inso QuickView Plus (View word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation files.)
VCA Finance (Expense tracker, digital financial manager)
Sierra Imaging Image Expert CE (View, edit, and annotate digital pictures with voice, ink, and text 30 day trial
version)
Zio PalmGolf (Play 18 holes of Golf on the Aero.)
Run time support for MFC (Microsoft C), ADO (Active Data Objects) and VB (Visual Basic) (This benefits firms that
write their own Windows CE applications.)
Operating System Microsoft Windows CE for the color Palm-size PC. Applications include character recognition, soft (digital
keyboard), voice recorder, e-mail in box, task pad, contacts, calendar, calculator, Active Desktop (customizable
desktop), note pad, active synch (to synchronize with information on PC), mobile channels (for downloading specific
web content), and back-end functionality to connect to remote computers.
Service and Support Varies depending on geographic region (one year in all regions)
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QuickSpecs Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC
Options
Memory 24-MB Memory 402140-002
CompactFlash (CF) 20-MB Memory Card 104703-B21
CompactFlash (CF) 40-MB Memory Card 104703-B21
Power AC Adapter 402143-001
Deluxe Cradle (with battery charger) 402141-001
Li-Ion Battery 402144-B21
Extended Battery Pack 104931-B21
Auto AC Adapter 104929-B21
Cradle Standard Cradle 402142-001
Deluxe Cradle (with battery charger) 402141-001
C a r r y i n g Cases Deluxe Cover 402147-B21
Executive Portfolio Case (1500, 2100) 402148-B21
Sport Case 157941-B21
Communications CompactFlash (CF) 56K Modem Card 148908-xxx
Other Serial Cable (RS-232) 402146-B21
Travel Pack (includes 2 stylus, Li-Ion battery, Auto AC adapter) 104933-B21
Stylus (Qty: 3) and audio Jack adapter 113894-B21
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QuickSpecs Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC
Memory
Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC
STANDARD MEMORY
8-MB Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC (311910-001)
System
Standard 8MB
16-MB Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC (311910-003)
System
Standard 16 MB
24-MB Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC (311910-005)
System
Standard 24 MB
MEMORY UPGRADE
Up to 24-MB Compaq Aero 2100 Palm-size PC (402140-002)
System
Standard 24 MB
Note: Memory and ROM are mounted on chipboard. Upgrading memory requires replacement of the existing chip board with the newer chip
board with more memory.
24-MB Memory 402140-002
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QuickSpecs Compaq Aero 2100 Color Palm-size PC
Technical Specifications
S y s t e m Unit Dimensions (HxWxD) 5.27 x 3.34 x .78 in/13.4 x 8.5 x 2 cm
10.92 oz/260 g (including battery)
Weight
Operating Temperature 32 to 104F/0 to 40C
RAM 8-MB Model 8 MB upgradable to 24 MB
16-MB Model 16 MB upgradable to 24 MB
24-MB Model No RAM upgrade (except through CF
Card Option)
ROM 20 MB (Japan)
12 MB Rest of World (ROW)
T F T Color Display Number of Colors Models 2160 through 2180 65,536
Models 2110, 2120, 2130 and 2150 256
Resolution (WxH) 320 x 240
Dot Pitch 0.24 mm
Viewable Image (WxH) 2.4 x 3.2 in/8.17 x 6.13 cm
Display Type Reflective Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
L i t h i u m Battery Battery Life Up to 10 hours
Note: Battery life will vary based on an estimated typical use pattern of an average user, the configuration of the
computer and the usage pattern of the individual user. Use of some PC Cards may significantly decrease battery
life.
A C Adapter 2.86 x 1.86 x 1.83 in/7.26 x 4.72 x 4.63 cm
Dimensions (HxWxD)
Cord Length (approximate) 6 ft/18.3 mm
Power Supply Ratings Voltage Range 100 to 240 V Switching
Input Current 10W
Input Frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Output Voltage 5 VDC
Output Current 2 Amp
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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