Spectra Precision Introduces the new Ranger Data Collector and SP SurveyPro Field Software – fully compatible with all Nikon Total Stations

FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 21, 2009 -- Spectra Precision today announced new additions to its Spectra Precision® Data Collectors as well as its new SurveyPro field software. The announcement was made at the Spectra Precision - Nikon Worldwide Distribution Conference held in Frankfurt, Germany and the new products showcased in Karlsruhe, Germany, at INTERGEO 2009 - the world’s largest conference on geodesy, geoinformatics and land management.

Spectra Precision Ranger
Spectra Precision handheld data collectors deliver maximum performance and reliability in an extremely rugged, field-proven design. Adding to its already impressive range of data collectors (the SP Recon and Nomad series) Spectra Precision announced a new addition to the SP data collector family: the full keyboard and ergonomic Spectra Precision Ranger. The Ranger delivers durability which meets rigorous MIL-STD-810F military standard for drops, vibration, humidity and extreme temperatures. With an IP67 rating, it is protected from water and dust to keep data safe. The Ranger, running Spectra Precision Survey Pro and Windows Mobile 5.0 software, has the capability to run Excel and Outlook as well as other mobile applications. Integrated wireless capabilities allow surveyors to connect to field equipment without the use of bulky cables. With CF and SD slots, users can add multiple accessories and increase data storage.

The Ranger is available in three models: the powerful 500X, the economical 300X with expansion slots, and the basic NX. The 500X is also supported with a 2.4 GHz robotic radio that can be used with the FOCUS 30 Robotic Total Station.

Spectra Precision Survey Pro Field Software
Spectra Precision Survey Pro field software provides surveyors with a complete set of capabilities for a wide variety of survey and construction projects. It is fast, reliable and easy to use for data collection and field staking. Survey Pro’s vast COGO feature set is unmatched in its capabilities. More than 40,000 customers worldwide are currently using Survey Pro as their preferred field software solution.

Survey Pro software is offered in different modules so surveyors can begin with one module and easily add features as they need them. Advanced modules can be remotely installed via electronic upgrades without having to pay a premium. In addition, Survey Pro software is available in multiple languages and on a variety of data collector platforms.

Survey Pro software is offered in different modules so surveyors can begin with one module and easily add features as they need them. Advanced modules can be remotely installed via electronic upgrades without having to pay a premium. In addition, Survey Pro software is available in multiple languages and on a variety of data collector platforms.

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