Surveying and GPS Equipment Year End Blowout Sale

Palmetto Equipment and Supply is holding their annual End of the Year Blowout Sale on new and used land surveying equipment and supplies. Visit their webpage for bottom dollar specials on data collectors, total stations, software, surveying supplies and more. Call Skip at 843-868-1477 with any questions about equipment or if you'd like him to email you more pictures on any item.

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GSR2700ISX Firmware Update 3.5 Free from Sokkia

Sokkia just released a new firmware version (V3.500/2.120) is now available for the GSR2700 ISX.
This brand new version contains several enhancements designed to improve the overall performance
of the receiver. This firmware upgrade is recommended for all users. You may be interested in checking out an extended review of the GSR2700ISX that we posted a month or so back.

GSR2700 ISX V3.500 Features

• Improved Network RTK support for third party reference networks to enhance position availability and convergence time
• Improvement of ambiguity resolution under high multipath

GSR2700 ISX UserApp V2.120/2.120a Features

• Additional language support for Dutch, German, Hungarian, Italian, Lithuanian, Portuguese
  and Russian
  

For further reading, here is a PDF with instructions on installation:

GSR2700ISX Firmware 3.500 Instructions - Upload a Document to Scribd

finishing up the press release for renewable energy project using Sokkia GSR2700ISX GPS

Introducing Sokkia GSR1700 CSX Single-Frequency GNSS System

The newest thing down the Sokkia GPS Pipeline is the GSR1700 CSX!  The "CSX" is a single frequency GNSS System that packs a real punch!

Here's what Sokkia has to say about the new product:

Sokkia's GSR1700 CSX L1 GNSS system provides a budget-friendly, efficient solution for all of your GNSS static and kinematic surveying needs. This small, lightweight, yet rugged, GPS + GLONASS receiver eliminates the observation range and line-of-sight limitations of conventional surveying, increasing efficiency and maximizing productivity in the field. Multiple Bluetooth wireless connections and an integrated antenna create a cable-free survey in all setups. Experience complete survey freedom in any environment, even in urban or forest locations. The optional SDR+ S/K Edition data collection software, made exclusively for the GSR1700 CSX system, works with surveyors of all skill levels to produce superior data collection for any static and kinematic survey. This GNSS system is ready to tackle your next surveying application without breaking your budget.

The optional SDR+ S/K edition software showcases many improvements over previous versions.  Sokkia SDR+ S/K Edition data collection software provides a perfect complement for Sokkia’s GSR1700 CSX L1 GNSS receiver and is designed specifically for static and kinematic surveys. It can be used by surveyors of all skill levels with its wizard-style workflows, and works with any coordinate system, including local systems. SDR+ S/K Edition contains many key features that make it the top L1 data collection software on the market. These features include the ability to graphically view data before processing, easily navigate to control points and access GNSS status screens effortlessly. SDR+ S/K Edition gives GSR1700 CSX surveyors an exceptionally accurate data collection package that is perfect for all static, stop-and-go and kinematic surveys.

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Schonstedt MAC 51-Bx All Purpose Sub-surface Locator

As most of you know, land surveying is a process which involves a lot more than just locating objects above ground and locating them. Many times a surveying job will require the location of existing underground pipes and cables. The Schonstedt MAC51-Bx is a terrific example of the type of instrument used when performing sub-surface location. It's very easy to use and can run for up to 30 hours on a penlight (AAA) battery!

MAC-51Bx Specifications

Receiver
Operating Voltage Battery Life 9 V (2 alkaline or 2 lithium batteries) 60hrs, alkaline (on & off usage @ 70°F) 120 hrs, lithium (on & off usage @ 70°F) Audio Output Approx. 40 Hz idling tone from speaker Frequency of pulsing tone (increases or decreases) with signal intensity Weight Operating Temp. Overall Length Waterproof Length Nominal Sensor Spacing 2.64 lb. (1.20 kg.) -13°F to 140°F (-25°C to 60°C) 42.3 in. (107.4 cm.) 34.5 in. (87.6 cm.) 20 in. (50.8 cm.)
Transmitter
Operating Voltage Battery Life RF Output 12 V (8 alkaline C-Cell batteries) 60 hours (on & off usage @ 70°F) 82.5 kHz modulated at 382 Hz, pulsed at 4.4Hz 571 Hz Pulsed at 4.4 Hz Audio Indicator Weight Operating Temp Overall Size 2.58 kHz pulsed at 4.4 Hz Approx. 5.5 lb. (2.5 kg.) -13°F to 140°F (-25°C to 60°C) 43.5 in. x 7 in. x 5 in. (110.5 cm x 17.8 cm. x 12.7 cm.) (Specifications subject to change without notice)

Features
n Two active frequencies for pipe, cable and line tracing n Passive operation for locating iron and steel targets and energized 50/60Hz power lines n Inductive and conductive signal coupling n Extra Heavy Duty Clips and Cable n Discrete sensitivity settings n Receiver supplied with two environmentally friendly 9-volt lithium batteries n Piezoelectric speaker n 45° Depth Measurement n Patented HeliFlux® Sensors n Modular construction n 3-Year warranty

A System Description
The MAC-51Bx (the most cost-effective, all-purpose locating system on the market) consists of a receiver and a transmitter that simultaneously transmits on two frequencies—571 Hz (LF) and 82.5 KHz (HF). The receiver has a three position switch that lets you change modes, “on-the-fly”, between LO, HI, and MAG, for cable and line tracing with break locating, pinpointing a ferrous metal target, or identifying and pinpointing an energized 50/60 Hz power line. In the LO and HI modes, the receiver’s audio signal provides a sharp null when its tip is directly over the target. In the MAG mode (no transmitter required) the audio signal peaks when the receiver’s tip is over the target. You can trace the 571 Hz LF signal conductively applied to any continuous metal conductor up to 4000 feet. The receiver’s on-the-fly mode-changing feature lets you locate a complete break using the LO mode, and then continue on to trace beyond the break in the HI mode, or trace a metal pipe joined with non-conductive gaskets.

Options
MT-2 Mini-Transmitter (Mole) is used to trace non-metallic pipes, pinpoint obstructions and locate concrete septic tanks. When attached to a plumber’s snake, the Mole emits a signal detectable at depths of 18 feet using the MAC-51Bx Receiver. Inductive Signal Clamp Increases the versatility of the MAC51Bx by providing a convenient method of selectively applying the trace signal to conductors covered with non-metallic insulation.

Very easy to Attach
The Mole has one concave surface so it can be secured to a plumber’s snake with electrical tape.

Schonstedt MAC51-Bx Brochure - Upload a Document to Scribd

You can purchase the MAC51-Bx Locator at ePalmetto store.

The New Carlson Surveyor Data Collector Sneak Peak

A couple of weeks ago, I posted an in-depth comparison of the various types of Carlson data collectors.  This week we have something special for you...a sneak peak at the newest addition to the Carlson line of data collectors.  It's called the "Surveyor!"  I managed to dig up a nice article on the Carlson Surveyor over at American Surveyor Magazine that is truly worth the read.  My guess is that all of you will skip right on over to the Carlson Software website to look it over, so before you do, lemme give you a nice brochure to download.

New Carlson Surveyor Data Collector Brochure - Upload a Document to Scribd

Read this document on Scribd: New Carlson Surveyor Data Collector Brochure

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