New RuggON VIKING Mobile Data Terminal Brings Optimal Performance to Fleet Management

NEIHU, Taiwan - April 5, 2020 - PRLog -- RuggON Corporation, a leading provider of rugged mobile computing solutions, has announced VIKING, its next-generation Android-based vehicle-mount mobile data terminal. The 7'' VIKING delivers powerful and reliable computing performance for transport fleets and heavy-duty vehicles.

Class-leading Performance

As digitization and automation continue to transform the fleet management industry, high-performance vehicle-based computing devices will play a pivotal role. The VIKING, running Android 9 with Google Mobile Services on a fast, state-of-the-art Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 octa-core processor, brings unparalleled system performance in a reliable and productive daily workhorse that fits anywhere.

Designed for Fleets

Built to the highest ruggedness standards, the compact VIKING is designed for use in vehicles ranging from forklifts all the way up to large trucks and heavy-duty machinery. Featuring IP65 ingress protection and having passed pertaining MIL-STD-810H testing procedures, the VIKING can operate in a wide -20⁰ C to 60⁰ C temperature range and withstand the harshest environments. With a wide 9-36V input voltage range, smart power management, ISO7637-2 power protection and CANbus or SAE J1939 support, the VIKING is a flexible tool for implementing a wealth of fleet and vehicle-based tasks such as diagnostics, data collection, route and safety management, navigational tasks, and onboard operations recording.

Ready for Use on the Road and in the Field

With a high-bright 7-inch PCT touch-display, the VIKING remains viewable in bright sunlight, while the auto-dimming function automatically adjusts to any change in ambient lighting condition. In addition to the comprehensive onboard I/O with legacy support of its MT70x0 Series predecessors, the new VIKING adds convenient reversible USB Type-C functionality with DisplayPort Alt mode support, enabling an extra display where required.

Reliable, Comprehensive Connectivity

Staying reliably connected is crucially important to effective fleet management in today's digital and data-driven transportation era. The VIKING (https://www.ruggon.com/en/product/vehicle-mounted/VIKING) comes with a range of integrated connectivity technologies including 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G LTE mobile broadband, GNSS with support for all the major  satellite systems, as well as NFC/RFID reading for identification and similar tasks.

About RuggON

We never stop searching for inventive ways to meet the various integration and expansion demands of our customers. RuggON specializes in robust rugged mobile solutions that are highly competitive, with exceptional technical expertise. With a dedicated support and service team, we provide great flexibility and value to fulfill customer's specific needs in vertical markets. Our relentless pursuit and passion for ground-breaking innovation, coupled with extensive industry knowledge bring superb MIT (Made in Taiwan) quality and reliability.