
Apple Computer, Inc.
1 Infinite Loop
Cupertino, CA 95014
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996-1010
www.apple.com
MessagePad 2100
with Newton 2.1 Operating System
Ordering Information
MessagePad 2100
8MB of ROM, 8MB of RAM (4MB of
DRAM, 4MB of Flash RAM)
Order No. H0244Z/A
• MessagePad 2100 handheld computer
with Newton 2.1 operating system
• MessagePad 2100 pen
• Four AA alkaline batteries
• Newton Connection Utilities software for
Windows or Mac OS–based computers
(requires Newton Serial Adapter, Newton
Serial Cable for Windows or Mac OS–
based computers, and a CD-ROM drive)
• Productivity software preinstalled or on
CD-ROM including a word processor,
Internet, e-mail client, web browser,
spreadsheet, names, dates, and notes;
and complete setup and reference
documentation
• Limited warranty
Accessories
Please see the
MessagePad Accessories
data
sheet for detailed information.
Product specifications are subject to change.
Check with your Apple reseller for the most
current information about product specifica-
tions and configurations.
Communications capabilities
• Communicates via e-mail or taps into the Internet or an
intranet with an optional wired or wireless modem card
and included software
• Faxes using optional fax modem (automatic cover-page
generation, post-formatting)
• Supports serial, IrDA, and network printers
• Receives and stores wireless messages and pages
using optional messaging cards*
• Beams notes, name cards, appointments, and packages
using high-speed infrared technology
• Automatically dials phone calls with assistance from
intelligent auto-dialing (DTMF or modem dialing)*
• Connects to cellular or GSM phones for wireless data
and fax communications with optional PC Modem Card
Power requirements
• Newton 9W Power Adapter (optional)
—Universal, 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
—Three adapter plugs: U.K., Europe, and Australia
• Built-in fast charger for optional NiMH battery pack
• Power sources: four AA (LR6) alkaline batteries
(included), optional Newton 9W Power Adapter, or
optional Newton Rechargeable Battery Pack
Computer connectivity requirements
• Works with PC-compatible computers with 80486 or
later processors running Windows 3.1 or later; at least
8MB of RAM
• Works with Mac OS–based computers with 68030 or
later processors and system software version 7.1 or later:
at least 8MB of RAM with 4MB available (12MB recom-
mended for a PowerPC processor–based computer
,
r
equires Newton Serial Adapter and Newton Serial Cable
for Windows or Mac OS–based computers)
•
Requires CD-ROM drive for accessing electronic
documentation and software
Printer support
• Offers built-in printer support for Apple LaserWriter
Plus (and other PostScript-equipped LaserWriter
printers), Personal LaserWriter LS, and Personal
LaserWriter 300, as well as StyleWriter printers and
Hewlett-Packard DeskWriter printers (requires Newton
Serial Adapter and Serial Cable)
• Works with the Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 6MP and
DeskJet 340 through IrDA
Fax mac
hine support
• Supports Group 3 and Class II fax machines
Size and weight
• Height: 1.1 in. (27.5 mm)
• Width: 4.7 in. (118.7 mm)
• Depth: 8.3 in. (210.3 mm)
• Weight: 1.4 lb. (0.64 kg) with alkaline batteries
Operating environment
• Temperature: 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
• Transit temperature: –13° to 140° F (–25° to 60° C)
for up to 48 hours, 5% to 95% noncondensing relative
humidity
*This service may not be available in all countries.
Technical Specifications
Newton Intelligence
Newton Recognition Architecture
• Recognizes handwriting—printed, cursive, or a mixture
of the two—with the assistance of a 93,000-word,
built-in word list
• Lets you add words to the built-in word list
• Includes four pop-up keyboards: typewriter, numeric,
phone, and time/date
• Recognizes graphics and symmetrical objects
Newton Communications Architecture
• Provides built-in support for serial communications,
external keyboard, PC Card modems, sending and
receiving faxes, and e-mail
• Supports Internet and intranet protocols
• Supports Ethernet or LocalTalk LAN connections
• Supports Group 3 and Class II fax machines
Intelligent Assistance Architecture
• Helps users complete repetitive tasks including
communications, scheduling, finding, and reminding
• Contains smart defaults that anticipate your needs,
saving you time in entering data
• Integrates data from different built-in applications
• Supports third-party extensions
Newton Hardware Architecture
• StrongARM SA-110 RISC processor at 162 MHz
• Newton custom system chip set–ASIC
• 8MB of RAM (4MB of DRAM, 4MB of Flash RAM)
• 8MB of mask ROM
• Low-power, transflective 4.9-in. by 3.3-in. (129.8-mm
by 83.2-mm) liquid crystal display (480 by 320 pixels
at 100 dpi, with 16-level gray scale and EL backlight)
• Nonglare resistive tablet and full-size pen
• Two Type II PC Card slots (3 V and 5 V cards)
• Newton InterConnect external port supporting serial
connections or LocalTalk, serial modem interface,
power in and out, audio in and out (line level),
autodock (requires Newton Serial Adapter)
• One internal serial slot supporting serial connections
or LocalTalk, serial modem interface, serial keyboard
(option), power in and out, audio in and out (line level)
• Dual-mode infrared transceiver for wireless data
transfer at up to 115 Kbits/s (IrDA mode) and
38.4 Kbits/s (ASK mode) within 3.28 ft. (1 m)
• Built-in speaker
• Built-in microphone
• Fast charge for optional Newton Rechargeable Battery
Pack that charges in 1 hour when in sleep mode
• Optional external Newton 9W Power Adapter for unit
operation or fast charging of Newton Rechargeable
NiMH Battery Pack
• Protective removable screen lid
• Integral pen storage
©1997 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved. Apple, the Apple logo, LaserWriter, LocalTalk, Mac, Macintosh, MessagePad, Newton, and StyleWriter are
trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries. StrongARM is a trademark of Advanced RISC Machines. PostScript is a
trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated, which may be registered in certain jurisdictions. PowerPC is a trademark of International Business Machines
Corporation, used under license therefrom. Mention of non-Apple products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor
a recommendation. Apple assumes no responsibility with regard to the selection, performance, or use of these products. All understandings, agreements,
or warranties, if any, take place directly between the vendors and the prospective users.
November 1997. Product specifications are subject to change without notice. Printed in the U.S.A.
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