Archer 3 – Rugged Mobile Device

DESIGNED TO WORKBUILT TO LAST

The Archer 3 Rugged Handheld is the ultimate device for frequent single-handed data entry. Designed and assembled in the United States, the Archer 3 carries on the ruggedness and longevity for which the Archer line is known. It also adds improvements that include an enhanced lightning-fast quad-core ARM® Cortex® processor, Android™ AOSP operating system, and increased memory and storage.

  • Rapid data transfer speed
  • Fast program and file load times
  • 20-hour battery life
  • Increased memory storage, 16 GB
  • Ultra-rugged IP68 rating
  • 2–5-meter accurate GPS
  • Optional Class 1, Division 2 certification for hazardous locations

Archer 3 Rugged Handheld
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The price of the Archer 3 depends on the model, quantity, and customization levels of the device. For an accurate quote, please contact us here.

The Archer 2 and Archer 3 share the same ergonomic shape, but the devices are unmistakably different on the inside. The foremost difference is the operating system. The Archer 3 runs on Android, while the Archer 2, released in 2013, runs Windows Mobile. Updates to the Archer 3 include an upgraded processor, increased memory capacity, and more.

Find more information about the Archer 2 here.

 

The Archer 3 runs the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) version of Android, making it AOSP certified, not Google Mobile Services (GMS) certified. This changes how applications are loaded onto the Archer 3.

Archer 3 users — because there is no access to the Google Play Store — can quickly download applications using APK Pure or side load applications manually with a USB drive.

Learn more about how to download applications here.

 

Android AOSP is the foundation of all Android devices. Sponsored and spearheaded by Google, AOSP provides the source code to build an Android-compatible operating system.

For a more detailed explanation, see this blog post about Android AOSP.

 

The Archer 3 runs the AOSP version of Android, in which you download applications without the Google Play Store. Juniper Systems recommends using APK Pure to download applications.

You can also download applications from a software developer's website and different app stores. In addition, you can manually side load an application with a USB drive.

Learn more about how to download applications here.

 

The Archer 3 battery provides around 20 hours of run time on one charge. It takes around 5.5 hours to charge the battery; however, you can quickly swap it out with a new battery for another 20 hours of run time.

The battery is optimized to work in below-freezing temperatures, making it the ideal device for outdoor data collection.

The high-sensitivity GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS receiver in the Archer 3 geo model receives GNSS data accurate within two meters. Specific device settings provide enhanced GNSS performance under dense tree canopy.

The Archer 3 doesn't come with preloaded software, but it's compatible with most Android applications.

Juniper Systems' team of industry experts can help you determine which software will work best for your work needs. You can contact us here.

 

The Archer 2 is still available for a limited time. In January 2020, Juniper announced that production of Archer 2 will end on December 31, 2020 and that final orders must be placed by October 31, 2020. Juniper will continue to service Archer 2 devices that were previously purchased for two to three additional years beyond the end of 2020, depending on demand and part availability.

Juniper Systems chose Android for the Archer 3 because of its familiarity among users and strong industry prospects.

Learn more about the future of Juniper-offered operating systems here.

 

Archer and Allegro products make the backbone of the Juniper Systems product line. While both are ultra-rugged and ergonomic, they're two very different devices.

Allegro devices feature a full keypad, horizontal screen orientation while Archer devices are much smaller and provide a numeric keypad. Learn more about the Allegro 3 Rugged Handheld here.

 

IP68 and MIL-STD-810G are standards developed to test devices against simulated environmental conditions.

The IP68 certification establishes that a device is resistant to water and dust. The MIL-STD-810G certification can establish versatility against a variety of tests, including resistance to shock.

The Archer 3 is dustproof and waterproof, tested to withstand full submersion at 1.4 meters for 30 minutes. It's also shockproof, tested to withstand multiple 4-foot drops to concrete.

Learn more about IP68 ratings.

Learn more about MIL-STD-810G ratings.

 

The Archer 3 is available in four models – with numerous customization options. These models include a base model, geo model, and hazloc model. Specifications for each model can be found in the Models section above.

Juniper Systems is working closely with its component suppliers to make an upgraded Archer 3 operating system a possibility. For updates on the progress of this project, contact us here.