Background / History:
The MC9000-G series of handheld mobile computers by Motorola (formerly Symbol) are one of the most popular mobile computers still in use today.Introduced in 2003, the MC9000-G was conceived as a modern and relatively compact and lightweight flashlight-style handheld computer for barcode scanning-intensive applications (such as supply chain management) throughout the enterprise, and ended up becoming Symbol's most successful line of rugged handhelds ever.
The MC9000's original design included a large 3.8-inch mono or color display, good processing power, a choice of a 43 or 53-key keypad, internal WiFi, and several long and short range 1D laser scanners or 2D imager options. The device is very rugged both in terms of sealing and drop specs. Rugged notebook-style rubber bumpers and a specially designed torque cell contributed to the stellar 6-foot drop spec. The MC9000-G came with either Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PC or the more developer-oriented CE .NET 4.2. A pistol grip reduced user fatigue and makes the MC9000-G a powerful, versatile tool for data collection and processing in numerous vertical and industrial markets.
Thanks to the great popularity of the MC9000 Series, Symbol updated the line with the 9090 Series, and added a variety of special versions targeted for different markets. The line was upgraded again, adding more power and more options to this popular mobile computer line.
Motorola / Symbol MC9000 Series
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Symbol MC9000-G (MC9060-G) Gun-Style Mobile ComputerThe MC9000-G Series from Symbol Technologies is an elegant, ruggedized mobile computer for use in bar code scanning-intensive applications throughout your enterprise. The MC9000-G gives your organization real-time access to mission-critical information from key points in your supply chain.The MC9000-G and MC9060-G models were discontinued by Symbol Technologies in November 2007 and were replaced by the MC9090-G configurations. |
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Symbol MC9000-K (MC9060-K / MC9062-K / MC9063-K) Handheld Mobile ComputerThe rugged MC9000-K Series from Symbol Technologies, is an exceptionally reliable mobile computer that delivers real-time visibility into your company’s mission-critical information. Three wireless radios offer maximum accessibility to help workers make more informed decisions. The MC9000-K provides multiple benefits: reduce errors, improve productivity and comply with increased safety standards, environmental or homeland security regulatory issues. It’s ideal for your field, delivery, home office, operations, warehouse or factory applications.The MC9000-K, MC9060-K, MC9062-K, and MC9063-K models were discontinued by Symbol Technologies between 2006 and 2008 and were replaced by the MC9090-K, MC9094-K and MC9097-K configurations. |
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Symbol MC9000-S (MC9060-S / MC9062-S / MC9063-S) Short Handheld Mobile ComputerThe rugged MC9000-S Series mobile computer from Symbol Technologies, is designed for true mobile field applications. It delivers real-time visibility into your company’s day-to-day business transactions for improved efficiencies, reduced costs and new competitive advantage. Built for harsh environments, the durable MC9000-S helps reduce errors and improve productivity for field workers. For route drivers, technicians or law enforcement, it gives instant access to mission critical customer information.The MC9000-S, MC9060-S, MC9062-S, and MC9063-S models were discontinued by Symbol Technologies between 2006 and 2008 and were replaced with MC9090-S, MC9094-S and MC9097-S configurations. |
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Motorola / Symbol MC9090-G Gun-Style Mobile ComputerBuilding on the success of the MC9000 family, the MC9090-G rugged mobile computer from Motorola provides mobile workers throughout the supply chain with a flexible always-on data connection to critical business applications and systems as well as to co-workers and other business associates. Equipped with the latest advances in mobile technology, the MC9090-G provides support for the richest enterprise applications, empowering mobile workers to capture and access critical business information in real time.As of September 9, 2011, Motorola announced the end of sale of the MC9090-G, transitioning to the MC9190-G configurations. |
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Motorola / Symbol MC9090-K (MC9094-K / MC9097-K) Handheld Mobile ComputerBuilding on the success of the Motorola MC9000 family, the rugged MC909X-K hand-held mobile computer delivers the exceptional reliability mobile workers inside and outside your four walls need to provide real-time visibility into business-critical information. Designed to handle all-day every day use in nearly any environment, the MC909X-K enables route salespeople, field repair personnel, and workers in the warehouse to access, as well as capture and send, crucial business information in real time. The latest advances in mobile technology, proven rugged construction, and support for multimode wireless connectivity ensure maximum accessibility to co-workers and business systems. Business processes are streamlined and errors are reduced, effectively increasing productivity — and profitability.As of July 8, 2010, Motorola announced the discontinuation of the MC9090-K / MC9094-S and were replaced by the MC9590-K, MC9596-K, MC9598-K or MC959B-K configurations. |
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Motorola / Symbol MC9090-S (MC9094-S / MC9097-S) Short Handheld Mobile ComputerBuilding on the success of the Motorola MC9000 family, the rugged, compact MC909X-S handheld mobile computer delivers the exceptional reliability mobile workers inside and outside your four walls need to provide real-time visibility into business-critical information. Designed to handle all-day every day use in nearly any environment, the MC909X-S enables route salespeople, field repair personnel, and workers in the warehouse or on the retail floor to access, as well as capture and send, crucial business information in real time. The latest advances in mobile technology, proven rugged construction, and support for multi-mode wireless connectivity ensure maximum accessibility to coworkers and business systems. Business processes are streamlined and errors are reduced, effectively increasing productivity — and profitability.As of July 8, 2010, Motorola announced the discontinuation of the MC9090-S, MC9094-S, and MC9097-S mobile computers, and suggested replacing them with the MC9590-K, MC9596-K, MC9598-K or MC959B-K configurations. At the time of this writing, Motorola is no longer providing a short-handheld form factor in the MC9000 family line. |
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Motorola MC9190-G Rugged Gun-Style Mobile ComputerWhen you need to scan bar codes and collect data in the harshest of environments, Motorola’s MC9190-G is ready for the job. Whether your workers are managing inventory in industrial warehouses, searching for materials in subzero temperatures out in the yard or repairing equipment on a military base in a hot sandy desert, the MC9190-G helps get the job done right and fast. You can count on dependable scanning of virtually any bar code — even if the label has been damaged. With the next generation of the highly successful MC9000-G Series in hand, scanning is easier than ever, with point and shoot simplicity for bar codes that are inches or meters away, on the top shelves in the warehouse or deep inside a truck. The new high resolution backlit display is easy to view in any lighting — from the dim corners of a warehouse to the bright sunlight out on the loading dock or tarmac. With more processing power and memory, you can give your workers the same fast and dependable application performance they expect on their desktop. And since the MC9190-G is compatible with all your existing MC9000 Series accessories, you can cost-effectively upgrade to the latest in mobile computing technologies — no need to purchase new cradles, cables, headsets or holsters. |
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Motorola MC9500-K (MC9590-K / MC9596-K / MC9598-K / MC959B-K) Rugged Handheld Mobile ComputerThe MC9500-K Series leverages the flagship features and functionality of Motorola’s signature MC9000 Series rugged mobile computers, while introducing many new capabilities defined through extensive research and testing in logistics, parcel/post, direct store delivery (DSD), field service, public safety and sales force automation applications in some of the world’s leading organizations. The result is a device that is as different on the inside as it is on the outside — a groundbreaking product with an unsurpassed feature set that takes rugged mobile computing innovation to a new level. With the MC9500-K Series, you can simply expect more: a more rugged design, more data capture options, more intelligence, more processing power and better ergonomics, all in a sleeker, lighter and easier-to-use form factor that offers true carrier independence as well as a completely new approach to accessories, battery and backroom management. |
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Motorola MC9200-G (MC92N0-G) Gun-Style Mobile ComputerThe MC9200 is the next generation in the industry-leading rugged MC9000 Series, now upgraded to support your next generation mobile applications. The rugged mobile computer that evolves to meet changing business needs brings you the same signature rugged design, best-in-class bar code scanning and dependable operation, now with the power to run applications with highly-intuitive interfaces that will further simplify processes and increase worker productivity in your toughest environments. And you get well-proven technology you and your workers can count on — every day, millions of users around the world count on their MC9000 Series mobile computer to better manage inventory in warehouses and manufacturing plants, track baggage on airport tarmacs in any kind of weather and keep weaponry and vehicles on military bases in peak operating condition. The MC9200 — the next evolution in the world’s leading mobile computer for demanding environments.The MC9200 is available in standard and premium versions with many options to choose from. On May 13, 2013, Motorola announced the launch of their new premium line of gun-style mobile computers, the MC9200-G (MC92N0-G). Motorola has stated that this new release will co-exist with the MC9190-G models and has said that this release does not signal the discontinuation of the MC9190-G mobile computers currently being sold. |
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Still using older MC9000 series mobile computers?
Maybe its time to upgrade. Consult the following pages to see your current configuration and what newer model part numbers have replaced it.MC9000-G Series: MC9060-G to MC9090-G to MC9190-G Upgrade Path Chart
MC9000-K Series: MC9060-K to MC9090-K to MC9500-K Model Upgrade Path Chart
MC9000-S Series: MC9060-S to MC9090-S to MC9500-K Model Upgrade Path Chart
