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TraCS hardware (approximate costs) as of November 2004.

This document is meant to provide a cost estimate for equipment. This list is not complete and it does not reflect what is needed in all installations. Please refer to the TraCS Web site for a listing of compatible hardware items.

Required hardware:
Laptop Computer (Panasonic Ruggedized CF-28 w/ GPS)	$4,300
Docking station Computer prices and docking choices will vary. This price reflects the equipment used by the Wisconsin State Patrol as of November 2004	$700
Pentax Pocketjet II printer	$217
Parallel cable	$29
USB cable (10 ft)	$52
Power adapter Your equipment installation in the car will determine which printer cable you use and if you need the power adapter.	$43
Printer armrest mount (Ledco brand)	$212
Thermal paper for printer - (6 rolls)	$43
Other hardware to consider:
Welch Allyn Barcode Reader/Scanner (LT4710)	$532
Welch Allyn Barcode Reader/Imager (4600131-LTRK-USB)	$355
Welch Allyn Barcode Reader/Imager (4800131-LTRK-USB) The Wisconsin TraCS forms will be able to scan the 2D barcode on driver's licenses and the certificate of registration.	$537
Mini flash USB drive Your office will need a means to transfer files. (i.e. floppy disk, CD, USB flash drive, wireless networking, etc.)	$46
USB 4 port hub Might need the hub to attach multiple devices. Depends on your model of computer and how it is mounted in the car.	$40
GPS unit (Trimble brand)	$437
Trimble bulkhead antenna (GPS)	$84
Trimble serial cable If you have GPS equipment, you can import the location data into the TraCS forms.	$17

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TraCS hardware

Required hardware:

Other hardware to consider: