The Geo 6000 has been around for almost 2 months and its been fun learning about it and the Windows Mobile 6.5 operating system. Below are some Tips and Tricks about the Geo 6000 Series running both TerraSync, ArcPad with GPS Correct and ArcPad only. Helpful weblinks: Geo 6000 Support & Geo 6000 Webinar GeoExplorer [...]
Recently, there has been a coalition formed to protect the GPS spectrum from a potential threat from a new technology implemented by a third party (Light Squared). Seiler is not directly involved in this coalition but Trimble is a member and actively engaged. Seiler will continue to monitor the situation and assist Trimble where possible [...]
This is a follow up to the WAAS/SBAS post from December 16 2010. This real-time signal is primarily used by the FAA for guiding Airplanes but we can use it for a navigation correction for our mapping grade receivers to achieve a 1-5 meter horizontal correction. WAAS 135 resumes normal operation New SBAS.ini file available A [...]
CartoPac Field Solutions Technical Tips Common Mistakes Nobody is perfect! Below are some common mistakes made by field users: Forgetting to exit Zoom Mode In CartoPac™ Mobile users can zoom into any area using the Drag Zoom option. When using this functionality, they are placed in Zoom Mode and cannot do normal functions like pan [...]
CartoPac Field Solutions Technical Tips Techniques for Collecting Accurate DataImprove your data's accuracy CartoPac™ Mobile supports the full range of accuracy requirements which helps to ensure that you are collecting accurate data in the field. Quick tips to help you maximize the accuracy of your GPS data Take your time when possible. Give the receiver [...]
CartoPac Field Solutions Technical Tips Screen Real Estate is Priceless More screen real estate means a better field data collection experience for you GPS mobile devices are designed to be easy to use but they can become frustrating because they do have a really small screen. There are a few options available to help you take [...]
Geospatial Revolution Project # 3 - Penn State Public Broadcasting - an outreach service of Penn State University. This is a great set of online videos about the Geospatial world we work and live in. The mission of the Geospatial Revolution Project is to expand public knowledge about the history, applications, related privacy and legal [...]
Base Stations in the Trimble Differential Correction Wizard List in KML format. If you would like this KML file please e-mail me: [email protected] It is about 6 MB is size. Midwest Base Stations Feb 2011 This KML file of the Trimble Base Station list is current as of February 18th 2011. However: Some of the basestations [...]
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The following screen shots show where to set up your internal or external Antenna Height and Type in TerraSync. Start TerraSync and change the "Skyplot" menu screen to the "Setup" menu. Select "Logging Settings" and click on the wrench symbol to the right of "Antenna Height". Now you change the height of your internal/external antenna [...]