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High Accuracy GIS Option for the
Trimble Survey Controller Software
• Expand your business with new services and capabilities
• Gain added value from your existing Trimble surveying system
• Enrich your GIS data with survey accurate positioning
Surveyors depend on the Trimble Survey Controller software as the
complete solution for their GNSS and optical surveying needs. The
High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller software
gives you the power to easily add digital imaging and rich GIS data to
your surveying output. You can collect and share detailed GIS data with
the speed and precision of Trimble® surveying systems.
Extending beyond the capabilities of traditional surveying data collection,
the High‐Accuracy GIS option lets you quickly gather and deliver more
information than conventional surveying data collection. You’ll be able to
extend your business by meeting the needs of a broader range of clients
and applications. And it all comes with the increased productivity and
reduced rework brought to you by the Trimble Survey Controller software.
GIS DATA WITH SURVEY SPEED AND ACCURACY
Use the High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller
software to quickly collect points with the high accuracy provided by your
Trimble surveying system. Use Trimble GNSS, optical total stations, and
the Integrated Surveying system to measure precise locations. Capture
high‐quality digital images using the cable‐free WiFi connection to digital
cameras. And collect detailed information using custom data libraries
tailored to you and your clients.
DO IT FAST. DO IT RIGHT.
Make sure you collect the data you need. The visual interface shows you
where you have been and what you have measured. Before you leave the
jobsite, you can inspect the results ensure everything is correct and that
you have gathered the required information. Get your work done faster
and reduce the need for rework.
DIRECT DELIVERY TO GIS APPLICATIONS
The High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller software
outputs your field data to industry standard GIS data files. Your GIS clients
will get the information they need in a form that they can use immediately.
You eliminate the time and uncertainty that others face in translating data
between systems. It’s an easy way for you to add value to your
surveying services.
EXPAND YOUR BUSINESS
Take advantage of the demand for accurate positioning in GIS applications.
The High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller software
lets you open new doors for your business by filling the needs of GIS users.
Combine your surveying skills with the rich data provided by the High‐
Accuracy GIS option to create new ways to provide value for your clients.
Many traditional surveying projects can be expanded to include GIS. The
High‐Accuracy GIS option lets you set yourself apart from the competition
by supplying accurate, in‐depth survey information that is ready for
delivery to your client’s GIS database.
DON’T CHANGE THE WAY YOU WORK
The High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller software
gives you new ways to profit using your existing Trimble system. It works
within the Trimble Survey Controller software by adding additional data
and providing output to GIS data formats. You can increase the value of
your services quickly and easily. There’s no need to buy new GIS hardware,
and no need to learn new software or procedures.

WORK IN A WIDE RANGE OF APPLICATIONS
Accurate positions are not enough. You need more information about the
conditions, surrounding location and more. Surveyors are called on to
collect more detailed information for existing and new applications.
The High‐Accuracy GIS option gives you flexibility to efficiently handle
the demand for increased detail.
Utilities
Use the High‐Accuracy GIS option to produce detailed, survey‐accurate
information on existing facilities and as‐builts of new installations. It’s
ideal for gathering and sharing information for compliance and facilities
management.
transportation
Provide detailed surveys on existing conditions for maintenance,
redevelopment and route planning. The High‐Accuracy GIS option
excels in collecting roadway inventories for signage and fixtures.
land and Cadastral sUrveying
Collect images of boundary markers, control points and reference markers,
and then add them to the GIS. Supplement your position information with
visual data that is tied directly to the point in the field. Collect details on
the location and status of buildings or other improvements.
engineering and ConstrUCtion
Add detail and photos to engineering surveys to aid in design and
planning. Collect and store photos during topographic or as‐builts to
document changes in site conditions. The High‐Accuracy GIS option
for Trimble Survey Controller software makes sure you have all the data.
You’ll finish the survey quickly and reduce construction delays.
natUral resoUrCes
Bring the speed and accuracy of Trimble surveying systems to the
demanding needs of the natural resources market. Direct output to
shapefiles lets you take rich data, precise positions, and images to
your GIS or design systems.
ADD VALUE TO YOUR SURVEYS WITH HIGH-QUALITY
DIGITAL PHOTOS
High‐quality digital images can also be useful in surveying applications
by reducing errors and the need for return trips to the jobsite. With the
High‐Accuracy GIS option and a good resolution digital camera, you can
get the needed detail from your photographs.
Using the Trimble TrimPix technology, photos taken with certain Nikon
COOLPIX digital cameras can be transferred to a Trimble TSC2® controller
via the WiFi wireless datalink. When you take the photo, it is immediately
stored on the controller. It’s fast, automatic, and error free.
The High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller software
also supports the use of cameras not equipped with WiFi. After your
photos are stored on your camera’s CF or SD memory card it’s fast and
easy to transfer the images. You can insert the card into the slot in the
TRIMPIX TECHNOLOGY
The Trimble TrimPix technology lets you add high quality digital
photographs to your survey data quickly and easily. TrimPix uses the
built‐in WiFi on the Trimble TSC2 controller to connect to WiFi‐capable
Nikon COOLPIX digital cameras. You’ll collect high resolution photos and
store them directly to your Trimble TSC2 controller.
Setting up the TrimPix technology is easy. The TrimPix installation wizard
guides you through the simple steps. You’ll use your office computer to
install the software and set up the WiFi data link between the Nikon digital
camera and the Trimble TSC2 controller. Do it once, and you’re done.
In the field, you’ll select the Shoot and Transfer option on the camera.
The TrimPix technology runs in the background on your Trimble TSC2
controller to receive and store the images from the camera. It’s fast,
seamless, and reliable.
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Trimble TSC2 controller and copy the images to the controller’s memory.
On your Trimble CU controller, use the USB connection for fast, reliable
transfer. You can collect multiple images during your project, then transfer
and attach to the survey points while still in the field. Before you leave the
jobsite you know that you have collected all the information you need.
COLLECT DIGITAL IMAGES WHEN YOU MEASURE
POINTS IN THE FIELD
When you use the High‐Accuracy GIS option, the Trimble Survey
Controller software adds image filenames to the list of attributes that
are part of the feature code attached to each point. You can define
multiple attributes for a point, so that several images can be taken and
attached to the point. Define an attribute as ‘required,’ and the Trimble
Survey Controller software will remind you to take the photo and attach
it to the point.
SURVEY WORKFLOW, SURVEY ACCURACY, GIS DATA
The High‐Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller
software gives new power to your everyday surveying. Use the full
functionality of the Trimble Survey Controller software in setting up
your surveys, working with coordinate systems and collecting data.
The Trimble Survey Controller software functions for stakeout, roading,
and quality control are always available.
The Trimble Survey Controller software allows you to use the Trimble
VRS networks as well. It eliminates the need for base stations to get
you up and running with RTK precision as soon as you get to the field.
When you need to collect more details, the High‐Accuracy GIS option
is ready. Add photos and detailed attribute information to your points
quickly and easily. It’s one stop, one workflow, one system. And one
incredible solution.
COMPLETE DATA TRANSFER IN THE FIELD OR OFFICE
It’s fast and easy to share your field data and images with GIS systems.
Use the High‐Accuracy GIS option to output your survey data directly to
the shapefile format used by ESRI ArcMap and other GIS applications.
Survey‐accurate coordinates, point attributes, and ties to photographs are
output in a single operation. In addition to shapefiles, your conventional
survey data is available for processing and analysis using the Trimble
Geomatics Office software. In the field, you can even create shapefiles and
email them to the office using the advanced communications options of
the Trimble Survey Controller software and your Trimble TSC2 controller.
The High Accuracy GIS option makes data transfers fast and easy. When
you use the Trimble Data Transfer utility, the system automatically
copies the image files from the controller along with the shapefiles. Your
information is organized and ready for use in your GIS software.
SUPPORTED SURVEYING EQUIPMENT
The High Accuracy GIS option for the Trimble Survey Controller
software supports the full complement of sensors in the Trimble
Integrated Surveying system:
• Trimble GNSS solutions including the Trimble R8 GNSS, Trimble R6,
5800, Trimble R7, and 5700 receivers.
• Trimble optical families including the Trimble S8, Trimble S6, and
Trimble 5600 total stations.
• Trimble VX Spatial Station for Spatial Imaging
The High‐Accuracy GIS option runs on the Trimble TSC2 or Trimble CU
controllers running the Trimble Survey Controller Version 12.22 software
or later. WiFi data transfer of digital photos using the Trimble TrimPix
technology is available on the Trimble TSC2 controller only.
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© 2008, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved. Trimble, the Globe & Triangle logo, and TSC2 are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited, registered in the United States and in other countries. Integrated Surveying, Trimble Geomatics
Office, Trimble Survey Controller, TrimPix, VRS, and VX are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. PN 022543-455 (09/08)
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