s5 3c siena    

Size
170x90x23mm (6.7� x 3.5� x0.9�)

Weight
354g (12.5oz) including batteries

Processor
32-bit RISC-based ARM 7100 CPU, running at 18.432MHz

Internal Memory
ROM: The built-in applications are stored in a 6MB ROM.
RAM: 4Mb or 8Mb (capable of storing 2,000 pages of text, 40,000 appointments, or 20,000 database records)

CompactFlash slot

Display
640 x 240 pixels - view full page width
Backlit, touch sensitive
100 characters x 26 lines with rich text and multiple zoom levels (magnification)
133x50mm (5.25� x 2.0�) active area

Keyboard
Patented touch-type laptop-style 'expanding' keyboard with a large vertical travel
9 off-screen application quick access buttons
5 command buttons to the left of the screen

Audio
Microphone for digital sound recording
External buttons for record, stop/play and rewind and silencing alarms
Internal speaker

Operating System
EPOC32

Power
2 x AA size alkaline batteries, one month typical life (35 hours)
Standard 3v Lithium backup cell protects RAM while changing batteries (CR2032)
Optional external power supply (6V DC + or - 10%, 1A)

Communications
RS232 Fast Serial Port interface to computers, modems and mobile phones plus printers to communicate at up to 115 kbps.

IrDA-compliant Infrared allowing short range (up to one metre) printing and transfer of information (single entries or whole files) wirelessly from a Psion to a suitable printer, a PC or another Psion Series 5.

Operating Temperature
0 - 50�C (32 - 122�F)

Dimensions
165mm x 85mm x 22mm (6.5" x 3.3" x 0.9").

Weight
275g (9.7 ounces) including batteries.

Screen
480 x 160 pixels, and can display up to 80 characters by 25 lines, backlight option. High contrast, retardation film LCD.

Infrared
IrDA compatible

Connectivity
RS232, operates at up to 57600 bps

Sound
Microphone for digital sound recording
Speaker for auto-dialling, and digital sound playback

Memory
Internal RAM either 1 or 2MB, and all models have two slots for additional storage capacity in the form of Solid State Disks.

Solid State Disks
Two SSD Drives.
Each disk measures 63mm x 43mm x 6mm (2.5" x 1.75" x 0.2").
MS-DOS format for compatibility with desktop computers.
Flash SSDs require no backup battery; capacity from 128K to several megabytes.
RAM SSDs have their own Lithium battery; capacity from 128K.

Power
2 x AA size Alkaline batteries, giving about two months of typical usage. Standard Lithium backup battery protects RAM while main batteries are changed.
External mains power supply (optional), 9-10V, 150mA.

Operating System
Psion EPOC16

Processor
NEC V30H (80C86 compatible) running at 7.68MHz.

Operating temperature
0-50 degrees C (32-122 F).

Keyboard
58 key, QWERTY layout (UK, US, and most other countries).
9 touch-sensitive buttons for application selection.

Built-in applications
Agenda, Database, Word Processor, Spreadsheet, World Information, Jotter, Alarm clock, Digital Sound recorder/editor, Spellchecker and Thesaurus (US and UK models), Multifunction calculator, File Manager, Patience Card Game, Comms terminal, OPL programming language.

Communications
- IrDA SIR optical link supports infrared communications.
- RS232 serial link (with Link cable) provides interface to other computers, modems and serial printers.
- XMODEM, YMODEM and ZMODEM protocols, gives compatibility with most computer communications software.
- Full script language allows automated log-on to electronic mail and other systems, and control of modems.
- Optional Parallel Printer Link provides interface for parallel printers.
- Optional PsiWin software (with Link cable) provides Windows-based file management, file conversion, and TrueType printing using a linked PC running Microsoft Windows.
- Plus additional email and Internet connectivity.

Size
150x70x18mm
5.9x2.7x0.7"

Weight (incl. batteries)
180g (6.3oz)

Memory
512k or 1Mb standard.  Ability to use Psion Solid State Disks with the optional SSD drive.

Keyboard
Conventional handheld keyboard

Screen
Non-Backlit, 240x160 pixels, 40x17 characters.  Zoom text to increase or reduce size.

Batteries
2 x AAA, 40hrs of use

Sound
Preset Sound Generator

Transfers
Infrared Printing, PC Link data transfer

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[Accessory Reviews]
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PDA Panache Styli Review by Julie Strietelmeier
Autopoint Stylus+ Review by Don Damiani
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[3rd Party Reviews]
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The PSION Series 3x/5 FAQ main archive

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Web Based Discussion Lists:
PDA Buzz

s5 Mailing List
You can now join a Series 5 mailing list, simply follow these instructions:
mail [email protected]
with subscribe s5 or subscribe digest s5 (for the daily digest version) in the body of the message.

The Unofficial Psion Series 5 Mailing List
  http://www.pinkworks.com/pda/s5list.html

Psion Mailing List
To subscribe send an email to: [email protected] with the message body:
SUBSCRIBE PSION

HandHeld Systems Journal - a bimonthly printed magazine
Pen Computing - a bimonthly printed magazine
Mobile Computing - a monthly printed magazine that sometimes devotes part of it's content to PDAs/Palmtops
Portable Computing - a monthly printed magazine that devotes part of it's content to PDAs/Palmtops
PC Portables Magazine - a monthly printed magazine
Pen-Based Computing : The Journal of Stylus Systems
Mobile Computer User - PDA, Laptop and WAP magazine

[Foreign]
Palmtop Pro Magazine - German Palmtop mag
Palmtop Magazine - UK PSION specific mag
Notebook & Organizer - German magazine

The Gadgeteer Psion Bookstore 06/03

PMN - Psioneer Magazine

Psion User Group - UK
PEAT (Psion Enthusiasts' Association of Toronto)

ircnet (e.g. irc.uni-erlangen.de or irc.uni-stuttgart.de) and is named #psion

PDA/NET

Psion programmers on the web
PSION Programming Reference - 3a programming info
The Psionics Files
PSION IR Link Info / Sample OPL Code
Damage Psion Pages - Programming info
Object Oriented Programming Info - Cade Roux 
EPOC World
Palmware - Multiplatform development environment

Psioneer's Webring
Psion Series 5 Webring
PSIONX Webring

Cases:
CaseLogic Cases
case2k - Leather cases
Case-Tech Leather Inc.
The Clip - Universal Wireless Accessories
Clove Technology
E&B Cases
GoNeo.com - Neoprene Body Glove cases
Incase Designs
MarWare - WinCE Neoprene case fits PSION PDAs
Nutshell Tote Systems - Tuff as nuts cases
Palm-Tec - Hard shell case for the S5
The Pouch
Rhinoskin
Ripoffs Cases
Sumdex - Leather cases
SystemsLink Two Inc. Cases
Targus
Vega Holsters, Vega Holsters (Germany)
Widget cases

Misc:
V.S. Protective Shield tm - Screen protectors
DeskLink - desktop stand for your Series 3c
Point5 - replacement stylus for your Series 5
BrightWriter Lithium Powered Stylus
Autopoint Stylus+
StylusCentral - Stylus Store

Gadgeteer Listing of Psion Owners 03/07