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SpatialNews.com Press Release
LEICA GEOSYSTEMS INTRODUCES GS20
PROFESSIONAL DATA MAPPER
Leica Geosystems today announced the introduction of the GS20 Professional Data Mapper (PDM), combining the accuracy of a sub-meter GIS mapping system, the ease of a handheld GPS receiver and the convenience of wireless connectivity.
The GS20 is a GPS receiver, antenna and data collector, all in an ergonomic handheld package. The high-resolution high-contrast screen is easily readable under any outdoor conditions. A removable Lithium-Ion battery provides all-day runtime, and can be easily swapped with a charged battery in the field.
The GS20 is the first GPS handheld unit that uses Bluetooth™ wireless communication with proven DGPS correction technologies to achieve sub-meter accuracy without a backpack. For data collection in harsh environments like dense foliage or urban canyons, an optional high-precision kit is available with an external survey-grade antenna.
The menu-driven interface and graphical map display make the GS20 remarkably easy to learn. The unit is field-ready with very little setup required. Inexperienced users can take a unit to the field and start collecting data right away. The innovative Power Page functionality provides multi-tasking capability, permitting the user to switch rapidly between selected application menus.
The GS20 provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity to computers and Leica Geosystems’ Wireless Real-Time Corrections Systems (WoRCS). The WoRCS package includes a belt-mounted Bluetooth communications hub, smart power supply and differential correction receiver, providing everything needed for real-time sub-meter DGPS data collection.
“The GS20 Professional Data Mapper sets a new standard for collecting and maintaining GIS data in the field, putting an entire GPS data collection system into the palm of your hand,” said Bryan Paulson, Leica Geosystems’ director of GPS/GIS sales. “For field personnel, this rugged and highly portable device offers all the features needed to collect on-the-spot GIS data with accuracy and confidence, anywhere and anytime.”
Leica Geosystems, with worldwide headquarters in Heerbrugg, Switzerland, develops, manufactures and markets systems for surveying, mapping and position determination. The company, with 2,700 employees, has a turnover of almost 800 million Swiss francs and is listed on the Swiss Exchange. It is structured in six divisions: Surveying and Engineering, GIS and Mapping, Industrial Measurement, Special Products, Consumer Products and New Businesses (Cyrax). Along with the Swiss facilities, the company also has development and production subsidiaries in America and Asia. Leica Geosystems has 20 wholly-owned sales subsidiaries worldwide and representation in more than 120 countries.
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www.leica-geosystems.com
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