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New Tech Talk- Trimble R10 Tilt Sensor Calibration

May 15, 2014

When working with the Trimble R10 GNSS receiver, it is very important that the internal tilt sensors get calibrated properly, and on a regular basis. We put together this Tech Talk to help you find your way through the settings, and to properly calibrate the tilt...

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Windows Mobile/WEHH Memory Usage Trick on ArcPad

Windows Mobile/WEHH Memory Usage Trick on ArcPad

May 6, 2014

Recently Juniper Systems posted this article on their blog, Get Rugged. We found this information to be very valuable and wanted to share. One thing you may have found while using Windows Mobile or Windows Embedded Handheld is that the operating system has a 32 MB...

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City of Bozeman takes Stormwater Mapping to the Streets

City of Bozeman takes Stormwater Mapping to the Streets

Apr 24, 2014

In early 2012, the City of Bozeman GIS Department was asked to create a comprehensive map of the City’s stormwater system, supporting both the Bozeman Stormwater Program and Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) permit for stormwater discharge. The...

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Flow Calculation App for iOS and Android

Flow Calculation App for iOS and Android

Apr 22, 2014

For people in the field who have to calculate flow for flumes/weirs, open-channels, and partially full pipes, Teledyne ISCO has created a very handy application for your iOS or Android smart-phone or tablet called ISCO FlowCalc. This app includes conversions for...

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Using ArcGIS Online for Mosquito Control Management

Using ArcGIS Online for Mosquito Control Management

Apr 14, 2014

Sharing data with decision makers and the public is an essential part of mosquito control management. ArcGIS Online provides an easy-to-use platform for creating web maps, and sharing these as web apps or via social media such as Facebook or Twitter. ArcGIS Online...

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When Deciding What Coordinate System to Use…

When Deciding What Coordinate System to Use…

Apr 10, 2014

When deciding what coordinate system to use (or export to) after collecting GNSS data in the field with a spatial reference of Latitude, Longitude, WGS-84, HAE in meters, there’s really no “correct” one.  The decision should be based on how you want to project your...

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Water Quality Enters the 21st Century

Water Quality Enters the 21st Century

Apr 8, 2014

One of the most frequently asked questions I get when I’m visiting customers is, “when am I going to be able to collect water quality data on my iPhone or iPad?”  It’s a fair question since almost everything we do in our daily lives is directly tied to our phones and...

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Customize ArcPad’s ‘Use-Once’ Map Navigator

Customize ArcPad’s ‘Use-Once’ Map Navigator

Apr 3, 2014

ArcPad’s Map Navigator is a convenient way to zoom in or out and pan around your map without having to change the toolbar you are currently using.  But have you ever been frustrated by its ‘use-once’ property?  When you tap the Zoom Out or Pan buttons, they are used...

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Post Processing GLONASS Data using NGS CORS Base stations

Post Processing GLONASS Data using NGS CORS Base stations

Mar 7, 2014

As a reminder the NGS has custom CORS data files available for download that include GNSS (GPS + GLONASS) data.  You can access this through their User Friendly CORS (UFCORS) website.   How do I know which base stations are GNSS capable? The CORS map legend...

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Tech Talk: Registering Your New Trimble Software and Hardware

Feb 21, 2014

In this Tech Talk video we show you how to access your My Trimble account. This is where you can register and manage your new Trimble Products. We also walk you through where to find our additional help and support resources to get you familiar with your new Trimble...

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Tech Talk: Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office – Export Overview

Jan 10, 2014

Below is a Tech Talk video to guide you through Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office's Export Utility. This video is to be used as a visual companion to the GPS Pathfinder Office Getting Started Guide. and the TerraSync and GPS Pathfinder Office Orientation Guide...

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Webinar: High Accuracy GIS Data Collection

Dec 13, 2013

We would like to thank everyone who attended our on "The Value of High Accuracy GIS Data Collection and Improving Productivity with the Trimble Geo 7x Series".  If you were unable to attend, or wish to re-watch the webinar, we have created a page containing the...

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Frontier Precision G5 and G8 External GNSS Antennas

Frontier Precision G5 and G8 External GNSS Antennas

Dec 12, 2013

Introducing the Frontier Precision G5 and G8 High Accuracy External GNSS Antennas! These new rugged external antennas help you increase reception and allow you to be productive while still being accurate  The G5 and G8 are a cost effective solution that helps you...

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Missing Bluetooth Incoming Port (COM9)

Missing Bluetooth Incoming Port (COM9)

Nov 25, 2013

At some point when connecting an external sensor to your Trimble Windows Mobile Device you might run into an issue where you're unable to create an Incoming Port (COM9) in your Bluetooth Preferences (GeoXH, GeoXT, Juno, Nomad...etc).  If so, it's because Trimble...

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