Trimble Announces New Rugged Data Collector

Trimble (CA, USA) today introduced the TSC2 Controller, a handheld field computer that provides wireless operations in both field and office. Designed for Integrated Surveying solutions using both GPS and optical total stations, the Trimble TSC2 Controller offers surveying, mapping and construction professionals increased efficiency, flexibility and versatility.

Equipped with Microsoft Windows Mobile software for the Pocket PC operating system, the TSC2 controller will run the user’s choice of Trimble field software. Users can also add specialised Pocket PC applications to the Microsoft Pocket Messaging (Outlook), Internet Explorer, Word and Excel that come standard to make the TSC2 a powerhouse of field and office functions in one rugged business device.

The TSC2 controller works in conjunction with Trimble GPS survey systems and Trimble total stations. With the use of powerful field software such as Trimble Survey Controller or Tripod Data Systems’ (TDS) Survey Pro with Trimble Survey Extensions, the TSC2 controller can be used to collect and manage both GPS and optical data files simply by switching the controller between sensors.

The Trimble TSC2 Controller has a changeable cap that enables the use of removable media such as memory cards, GPRS, GPS, camera and product scanning functions, extending data logging capabilities and potentially increasing productivity.

An internal 2.4 GHz radio option enables the controller to be used with Trimble S6 or Trimble 5600 robotic total stations. And the expandable media function enables full wireless communication to the Internet in the field with the addition of a GSM/GPRS modem.

In the office, data can quickly and easily be transferred over a wireless 802.11 LAN, again eliminating cables and adding convenience. And users in remote locations can use hotspots to quickly and securely share data with the office.
The TSC2 controller also provides USB and serial RS232 communication options; data can be transferred to a PC or another TSC2 controller using a cable, Bluetooth, CompactFlash or SD memory card media.