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Panasonic Introduces Incentive Programs for Its Toughbook H1 Mobile Clinical Assistant

"Think of this as a 'Cash for Clunkers' program designed for the mobile healthcare technology market," said Greg Davidson, healthcare senior business development manager, Panasonic Computer Solutions Company. "Healthcare organizations are excited about MCA technology, but have told us they are disappointed with some of the initial products because they did not meet the needs of the market from an ergonomics and durability standpoint. The Toughbook H1 goes beyond the base level specs needed to be considered an MCA device, which is why it looks and performs differently from others on the market. Healthcare organizations immediately noticed the benefits of our device because it was designed with their involvement. This program makes the transition to the Toughbook H1 a much more attractive proposition."

Panasonic is also offering a free Gamber-Johnson Universal Mounting Solution with the purchase of a Toughbook H1 - a $350 value. The free docking cradle allows healthcare professionals to take advantage of the convenience and flexibility of mounting the Toughbook H1 device to a mobile work station - also known as "carts on wheels" (COW). The device swiftly snaps into the docking cradle providing immediate access to a full-sized monitor and keyboard. Clinicians can easily un-dock the Toughbook H1 from the cradle allowing them to bring the device to the patient's bedside for an improved point-of-care experience.

The Toughbook H1 and Gamber-Johnson Computer Docking Cradle are highly sanitizable.

Offers Mutually Exclusive

The two offers - $1,000 trade-in offer and the free mount with the purchase of a Toughbook H1 - are mutually exclusive. Customers cannot take advantage of both in the same purchase.

Limited Time Offers

Both the trade-in and Gamber-Johnson computer mount offers are good through December 31, 2009. For more information contact your Panasonic Toughbook reseller, or call Panasonic at 1-888-357-1311.

About the Toughbook H1

The Toughbook H1 was developed based on Panasonic's innovative engineering, resulting from its own proprietary global healthcare industry research and Intel's mobile clinical assistant (MCA) reference design. The device improves workflow and eases clinical loads for doctors and nurses, helping healthcare organizations maximize efficiency and reduce errors.

With integrated RFID reader, 2.0 megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED lights, a barcode reader, contactless smart card reader and fingerprint readers, the new Toughbook H1 is a secure and intuitive platform for barcode medication administration (BCMA), vitals capture and electronic medical records (EMR) capture and review.

The H1 offers a category-leading six hours of battery life, complemented by dual hot-swappable batteries, allowing non-stop computing while on the move. This virtually eliminates down time, maximizing return on investment.

The Toughbook H1 has been designed for easy disinfection, reducing the risk of germs being spread from patient to patient.

To meet the needs for mobility in both facilities and in-home health environments, the H1 offers a range of embedded wireless options including 802.11a/b/g/draft-n and Bluetooth 2.0. The device can also ship with Qualcomm's new Gobi technology, simplifying complex multi-carrier wireless deployments for IT departments. The H1 also comes with optional, next generation GPS technology allowing for location awareness with improved accuracy, faster satellite acquisition time and lower power consumption.

Panasonic Toughbook H1: Select Features and Specifications

• Genuine Windows Vista Business with Service Pack 1 (with Windows XP Tablet downgrade option)
• Intel Atom processor (1.86GHz) Z540 with 533MHz FSB, 512KB L2 cache
• 1GB standard RAM configuration
• 80 GB 1.8-inch shock mounted hard drive
• 10.4" XGA sunlight viewable 500 NIT Dual Touch LCD screen (1024 x 768 resolution)
• Anti-reflective screen treatment
• Integrated 2.0 megapixel auto-focus camera with dual LED lights
• Fingerprint scanner
• Contactless smartcard reader
• RFID reader
• Fully rugged
  • MIL-STD-810F and IP65 compliant
  • 3 foot drop approved
  • Magnesium alloy chassis
  • Sealed all-weather design
  • Rain-, spill-, dust- and vibration-resistant
• Intel WiFi Link 5100 802.11a/b/g/draft-n
• Bluetooth v2.0 + EDR
• Integrated docking connector
• Integrated options:
  • Optional integrated WWAN / Gobi -enabled mobile broadband (EV-DO and HSPA)
  • Global position system (GPS) receiver
  • 2D barcode reader (also reads 1D barcodes)
• 6 hour battery life
• Hot-swappable batteries
• 3.4 lbs (with batteries)
• 10.4" (W) x 10.6" (H) x 1.3" - 2.3" (D)

Pricing and Availability

The Panasonic Toughbook H1 is available worldwide. In the United States, the base H1 model has an estimated street price of $2,999 from authorized Panasonic resellers and distributors. The device is backed with a standard 3-year warranty.

About Panasonic Computer Solutions Company

Panasonic Computer Solutions Company empowers the mobile workforce. The company is a unit of Panasonic Corporation of North America, which is the principal North American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation (NYSE: PC). Panasonic has delivered reliable, durable mobile solutions through its Toughbook line of notebook computers since 1993 and has expanded the boundaries of wireless communications technology through a broad portfolio of products, ranging from fully-rugged, industrial strength notebook computers and tablet PCs to business-rugged thin-and-light and ultraportable notebooks. A core manufacturer, Panasonic controls the entire process of design, manufacture, quality assurance, service and support. As a result, Panasonic Toughbooks are known for having the lowest failure rates in the industry. Government, industrial, and commercial users-from Fortune 1,000 companies to small businesses-rely on solutions from Panasonic, wherever their work takes them.

All brand and company/product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Information on Panasonic's full line of notebook PCs for the mobile professional can be obtained by calling 800-662-3537 or at http://www.toughbook.com .

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