U.S. Army CECOM, CECOM Acquisition Center, Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703-5008

59 -- HAND-HELD DISPLAY AND KEYBOARD DUE 082100 POC Lisa Capozzoli -- 732-427-4146 E-MAIL: Click here to contact Lisa Capozzoli, lisa.capozzoli@mail1.monmouth.army.mil. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY. The US Army CECOM RDEC is seeking sources and information for the Hand-Held Display and Keyboard. This component will be utilized as part of a combined assortment of products that represent a wearable computing system for a host of applications, to include civilian, military and professional uses. This component would be an integral part of the user's ability to operate the system in a safe, unobtrusive and mobile environment. Mobile -- can be carried, worn, and/or portably stored on an individual Durable -- has or can be protected from harsh environments Lightweight -- minimal physical burden on an individual, easy to carry and manipulate Energy efficient -- uses low power, contains or can draw from low power sources Survivable -- is operable in varied weather, climate and geographic conditions As applicable, respondents should identify the performance characteristics of their product(s) that addresses the above, to include physical/electrical interface(s), physical dimensions and software compatibility. Availability of product, and examples of its use are also requested. Desired performance characteristics of the component shall consist of all weather, day and night operation. This component should be an integral part of a system that enhances one or more performance characteristics as applied toward a wearable computing set of hardware and its applications. REQUIREMENTS: The Hand-Held Display and Keyboard will be operated for situation awareness (maps and overlays), planning and messaging. They will operate with CPU's running Windows 2000 or Windows CE. Unit must be portable in leg pocket or backpack without damage. Must operate after immersion in 1 m of water. Display characteristics: -- Size: 6" to 9" inch diagonal -- Resolution of 800x600 pixels -- Full color is desired -- Day and night readable -- Night vision device compatible -- Touch-screen input Keyboard characteristics: -- QWERTY format -- ASCII characters—Night readable The Hand-Held Display and Keyboard may be separate devices or combined in one unit. Interface to IEEE STD 1394a is desired, but battery and wireless connection will be considered. PROPRIETARY INFORMATION IS NOT BEING SOLICITED. The government will not reimburse contractors or responders to this notice for any costs incurred in responding, or in subsequent exchanges of information. Organizations having the expertise and capabilities to provide the required item are invited to submit information discussing such capabilities. It should be submitted not later than 21 August 2000 and should consist of a total of no more than 25 pages, excluding any marketing and/product brochures. NOTE: Information submitted does not constitute a proposal, but will be considered an exchange of capabilities and ideas. Responses may be submitted electronically to the addresses below. Technical questions and responses should be addressed to: Lisa Capozzoli, AMSEL-RD-C2-PMSM, Bldg 2705, Fort Monmouth, NJ, 732-427-4146, e-mail: lisa.capozzoli@mail1.monmouth.army.mil. Requiring Activity: RDEC Posted 08/07/00 (W-SN483038). (0220)

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