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Mobile Computing Software, Utilities & Tools

Trimble's Priority Support & Repair Service Options

Juno
GeoExplorer®
Nomad
Yuma
GPS Pathfinder® ProXRT
GPS Pathfinder® ProXT/ProXH
GeoBeacon
TerraSync Software
ArcPad Software & Customizations
GPScorrect Software for ArcPad GPS Pathfinder® Office
GPS Analyst for ArcGIS
TDL 3G
Comparisons
GPS-GIS Support Notes

The Juno SB or SC. Arm your crew with the durable, compact field computer that integrates a rich array of functionality, including photo capture and high-yield GPS receiver with 2 to 5 meter positioning accuracy in real time or 1 to 3 meter postprocessed. The Juno SB handheld is the affordable way to maximize the productivity of your entire workforce.

While minimizing expenditure, you won't have to compromise on features or functionality. The Juno SB handheld includes a 533 MHz processor, 3.5 inch display, and a 3 megapixel camera. Now each member of your workforce has the ability to augment their GPS information with photographs while performing GIS data collection, maintenance, and inspection activities.

The Juno SC has an integrated 3.5G HSDPA cellular modem providing high-speed internet connectivity worldwide. Your entire field workforce will be able to quickly and reliably access the data they need in the field: work-orders, map data, reference files, emails, and even the Internet. The Juno SC handheld also enables connections to networks and other devices with its integrated Bluetooth® and wireless LAN capabilities.

The Trimble GeoExplorer® CE handheld combines GPS and a powerful Windows CE operating system into one rugged unit. This synergy between GPS and Windows CE lets you concentrate on what's important: collecting and maintaining high-quality data for your GIS.

There three models to chose from:

The GeoXH handheld provides real-time subfoot (<30 cm) accuracy with the internal antenna, or decimeter (10 cm / 4 inch) accuracy after postprocessing. Decimeter accuracy can be achieved in real-time with the optional Tornado external antenna. Because high accuracy positions are available in real-time, you can track down buried and hidden assets with ease, and excavate cables and pipes without wasted effort or risk of damage to nearby assets. Back-office data processing is eliminated, streamlining asset inventories and as-built mapping jobs. When you postprocess with Trimble office software you can be confident of achieving decimeter level accuracy with greater consistency at longer baselines, in tougher environments, and with shorter occupations.

A high performance, submeter GPS receiver combined with a rugged handheld computer, the GeoXT handheld is optimized to provide reliable location data, when and where you need it. With EVEREST multipath rejection technology onboard, the GeoXT handheld delivers consistent submeter real-time and postprocessed accuracy, so you know your GIS has the information that others can depend on.

The Trimble GeoXM handheld from the GeoExplorer 2008 series is the affordable, all-in-one solution for mobile workers who need to take your GIS to the field. With a GeoXM handheld, your crews will collect reliable 1 to 3 meter GPS data for your GIS, relocating assets with confidence and fulfilling work orders efficiently.

The Trimble Nomad series of handhelds offer all-in-one convenience in a device engineered for superior performance in harsh environments. They offer full compatibility with Trimble Mapping & GIS software and a choice of configurations to match your existing workflow.

The handhelds feature a powerful 806 MHz processor, 128 MB of RAM, up to 2 GB of Flash storage, Bluetoothв technology wireless connectivity, and a 3.5 inch VGA display. With a variety of configuration options, including cellular modem, wireless LAN, integrated GPS, digital camera, and laser bar code scanner, the Trimble Nomad series provides a range of all-in-one solutions for field data collection and inspection activities.

The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver
Whether you need to relocate buried pipes and cables, or accurately map underground assets and critical infrastructure, the Trimble GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver has it all. This real-time receiver can achieve 10 cm (4 inch) accuracy, giving you the confidence to know the job was done right while you're still on site. Combining H-Star technology, OmniSTAR support, and with the option of GLONASS support on top of dual frequency GPS, the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver is a truly versatile solution offering you the accuracy you need, worldwide.

The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver brings Trimble H-Star technology to the field in real time; just connect to a real-time correction source and you can collect decimeter (10 cm) to subfoot (30 cm) positions in the field. Simply use a wireless link to your local VRS network, or set up your own base station for the flexibility to work wherever you need to.

Alternatively, OmniSTAR HP can be used to achieve real-time decimeter accuracy. The OmniSTAR antenna is integrated so there's no need to carry any extra equipment, just purchase a subscription and wait for the over the air corrections. The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver is also capable of using the OmniSTAR XP (20 cm accuracy) and VBS (instantaneous submeter accuracy) services.

Installing the GLONASS option on your GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver increases the number of GNSS satellites that you observe when working in the field. GLONASS improves your ability to maintain lock on enough satellites to keep working when sky visibility becomes limited, letting you work for longer in tough environments. Tracking GLONASS satellites as well as GPS satellites can also improve productivity by reducing the time required to achieve real-time decimeter or subfoot accuracy.

The GPS Pathfinder ProXH receiver introduces a new era in GPS for GIS data collection. A GPS receiver, antenna, and all-day battery in one, the ProXH receiver delivers subfoot (30 cm) accuracy with Trimble's revolutionary H-Star technology. And when high accuracy is critical to your application, add a Zephyr antenna to your ProXH receiver for 8 inch (20 cm) accuracy.

Bringing together advanced GPS receiver design and a powerful new postprocessing engine, H-Star technology is in a class of its own. Working together with Trimble TerraSync software, the Trimble GPScorrect extension for ESRI ArcPad software, or an application built with the GPS Pathfinder Tools Software Development Kit (SDK), the ProXH receiver quickly and efficiently logs the data you need to achieve subfoot accuracy. Back in the office, the GPS Pathfinder Office software or the Trimble GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software guides you through the H-Star correction process and displays the accuracy you've achieved.

The GPS Pathfinder ProXT receiver, purpose-built for GIS data collection, sets new standards for ease of use. A submeter GPS receiver, antenna, and all-day battery in one, the ProXT receiver is totally cable-free, making data collection more straightforward than ever before.

With an advanced design and features like EVEREST multipath rejection technology, the ProXT receiver delivers consistent, reliable, submeter accuracy, so you can work under canopy, in urban environments, or wherever accuracy is crucial. If you need to be sure of your accuracy in the field, the integrated SBAS receiver or optional GeoBeacon receiver provides submeter accuracy in real time. And for the very best results, postprocessing is easy with Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office software or the Trimble GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software.

The Trimble Yuma rugged tablet computer is built to withstand even the most challenging work environment. Safeguard your software and data in the face of dust, sand, mud, humidity, and extreme temperature. Conduct inspections, collect information, capture photos, and communicate with headquarters, all with the assurance that your data is protected.

The Trimble Yuma tablet that features an Intel® Atom 1.6 GHz processor, integrated WiFi, Bluetooth®, GPS, and two digital cameras, as well as SDIO and ExpressCard slots, and high-yield GPS positioning capable of 2 to 5 meter accuracy in real-time or after postprocessed differential correction.


The TDL 3G is a compact, rugged, 3.5G Cellular Modem Accessory that provides all-day network accessibility to Trimble Wi-Fi or Bluetooth capable handheld devices. The TDL 3G Bluetooth wireless technology provides instant, reliable, and secure Internet access and VRS corrections wherever you work.

With high-speed Internet connectivity, the integrated 3.5G cellular modem provides you and your entire field team the ability to quickly access the data you need in the field. You can download the latest project files, utilize web-based background files, and upload completed work at the end of the day.

With a powerful 3,000 mAh lithium-ion rechargeable battery, the TDL 3G will work for a full day on one battery charge. Recharge overnight and you're ready to go the next day. The TDL 3G has been designed to meet your needs in the harshest environments. The TDL 3G is rated IP67 (impervious to dust and immersable in water), operates at temperatures of -10 deg C to 60 deg C (+14 deg F to 140 deg F) and is drop tested to 1.2 m (3.9 ft).

The Trimble GeoBeacon receiver adds the precision of real-time differential GPS to your GIS data collection projects. With its built-in Bluetooth® radio, the GeoBeacon receiver communicates cable-free to Trimble's range of rugged GPS receivers and handhelds to provide reliable, high quality real-time corrections. The GeoBeacon receiver's advanced design integrates the beacon receiver, antenna, and power supply in a lightweight, compact package.

The accuracy of differential GPS not only ensures high quality data for your GIS, it also makes locating assets in the field quicker and more accurate. With a GeoBeacon receiver you can navigate directly to the feature, so you'll save time and have confidence that you're inspecting the right asset. Back in the office data processing is streamlined too. Since the data you collected was corrected in real time, you can transfer it directly into your GIS without the need for any further processing.

With a convenient belt clip, the GeoBeacon receiver gives you a totally wearable solution that won't get in your way while you work. And the GeoBeacon receiver has a powerful battery built right in to the housing, so you can work all day in the field. Simply plug in your receiver to re-charge overnight and you're ready to go again the next day. No matter where your work takes you, the ultra-rugged, waterproof GeoBeacon receiver won't let you down.

The TerraSync software is a flexible data collection and data maintenance tool. Simple and effective, TerraSync software makes field work more productive. Team up TerraSync software with a field computer of your choice and a supported Trimble GPS receiver, and you have everything you need to collect high-quality data for informed decision making.

Data collection is quick and easy, whether you're collecting identical assets, or a range of assets with many different attributes. To maintain data integrity, you can design the data structure to meet the requirements of your enterprise geographic information system (GIS). TerraSync software's flexible design and quality control functions enable you to tailor settings and data collection methods to suit your requirements. Smart time-saving features make verifying and updating data easy too.

TerraSync is available in two editions: Standard and Professional. The TerraSync Standard edition software is ideal for data collection tasks. With a simple, intuitive interface and user-defined pick-lists, you can collect any point, line, or area asset and its attribute information with speed and efficiency. The TerraSync Professional edition software offers everything that the Standard version offers, and more. It is ideal for data maintenance tasks. It's simple to upload existing GIS data for relocation, verification, and attribute and position update. You can filter and sort your data to pinpoint the feature you need to revisit, and a graphical navigation screen guides you right back to it.


ArcPad Customizations

Electronic Data Solutions has a programming staff available to customize software for your particular ArcPad application. We have experience in forestry, range, agriculture , mosquito and weed control, water resource, meteorological, inventory, GPS and applications that have been developed around ESRI's ArcPad software.

The Trimble GPScorrect extension
for ESRI ArcPad software lets you take full control of your Trimble GPS receiver and adds the power of differential correction to ensure you have the most reliable and accurate data for your GIS.

Because the GPScorrect extension lets you record detailed GPS information, you can improve the accuracy of your GPS positions from 10 meters to submeter or even subfoot (30 cm), depending on the environment and your GPS receiver. For differential correction of your Shapefiles you have a choice of postprocessing software. Use the Trimble GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software for a stream-lined workflow between the field and the office. Or use the popular GPS Pathfinder Office software for a flexible data processing solution.

The GPScorrect extension integrates seamless control of a GeoExplorer series handheld or a GPS Pathfinder receiver into ArcPad, so you can take full advantage of the power and precision of your Trimble GPS receiver.

The simple interface makes it easy to configure GPS quality control and real-time correction settings. You can manage settings effortlessly in the field and get instant, detailed feedback from the GPS and real-time status screens.

The Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office software is a powerful and easy-to-use software package of powerful GNSS postprocessing tools, incorporating the new Trimble DeltaPhase differential correction technology, ensuring your data is consistent, reliable, and accurate.

Postprocessing gives significant improvements on your autonomous accuracy all the way down to decimeter (10 cm / 4 inch) level, depending on the environment and your GPS receiver. Using Trimble's H-Star technology you can achieve decimeter accuracy with the GPS Pathfinder ProXH and ProXRT receivers and the GeoXH 2008 series handheld. Alternatively, with a GeoXT or Juno series handheld, or a ProXT receiver, you can achieve optimal GPS code processing accuracy with the new Trimble DeltaPhase technology.

The GPS Pathfinder Office software enables you to pre-plan your field sessions and to create data dictionaries for more productive field work. In the field, the data dictionary prompts the field crew to enter specific information, ensuring data integrity and compatibility with your GIS or database. You can also create waypoint files to enhance productivity in the field.

The Trimble GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software will streamline your workflow and improve your productivity by enabling you to work directly with GPS data inside your personal geodatabase. Because the extension comes with a package of powerful GNSS postprocessing tools, incorporating the new Trimble DeltaPhase differential correction technology, you can be sure you have GPS data that is consistent, reliable, and accurate.

The GPS Analyst extension allows you to differentially correct your GPS data directly inside ESRI ArcGIS Desktop software. Postprocessing gives significant improvements on your autonomous accuracy all the way down to decimeter (10 cm / 4 inch) level, depending on the environment and your GPS receiver. Using Trimble's H-Star technology you can achieve decimeter accuracy with the GPS Pathfinder ProXH and ProXRT receivers and the GeoXH 2008 series handheld. Alternatively, with a GeoXT or Juno series handheld, or a ProXT receiver, you can achieve optimal GPS code processing accuracy with the new Trimble DeltaPhase technology.

Say goodbye to unnecessary file conversions, with the GPS Analyst extension you can bring GPS data straight from the field into the geodatabase. The GPS Analyst extension offers a seamless workflow for the ESRI ArcPad software when combined with the Trimble GPScorrect extension for ESRI ArcPad software. Check data out; use, verify, and update the data in the field using ArcPad and the GPScorrect extension; and then check updated data back in. There are no extra steps or complicated procedures to follow. You can even work directly with data from the Trimble TerraSync software, for an alternative data collection and maintenance solution.

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