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LOCUS GPS Surveying System from Ashtech

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Locus GPS System from Ashtech
Locus GPS System

LOCUS GPS System

The Ashtech Locus survey system packs simplicity, reliability, accuracy and affordability into a fully integrated system ideal for a variety of tough survey applications.
A Comprehensive Survey Package
With up to 100 hours of operation on standard D cell batteries, convenient one-button operation, and a fully automatic Windows 95/NT processing software package, Locus allows you to perform a multitude of surveys effortlessly and economically. From centimeter-level static surveys such as control and boundary, to kinematic jobs such as topographic or as-built surveys, Locus provides everything you need for reliable, accurate results.

Locus can also be fully utilized as a two-receiver system or expanded to include three or more receivers. Use it by itself for routine surveying, or team it with traditional survey instruments in instances where GPS surveying alone is not feasible.

Locus GPS System from Ashtech

Completely Cable-Free
We have made this survey system as easy to use as possible. Locus completely does away with cables, so you're not bogged down with complicated set-up procedures. There is nothing to plug-in, nothing to connect, and no heavy equipment to haul, so you can be up and running quickly. The lightweight and compact design makes it easy for one person to comfortably carry, set up and manage multiple receivers at a time.
Powerful Software Provides Field-To-Finish Results
Running on a standard Windows platform, Locus Processor software provides simple and accurate data processing within a user-friendly graphical interface that provides a true representation of your fieldwork. The software is replete with quality analysis tools designed to ensure accurate and reliable results, and also includes several other useful features, such as Mission Planning, GPS data processing, least-squares adjustment, report creation tools, data export to standard formats, and more.

For example, automatic blunder detection tools help ensure proper processing the first time by efficiently pointing out problem data to the user. And with fully automatic processing, Locus Processor software consistently provides the best possible solutions without your having to manually process and manipulate data.
Built For Optimum Versatility and Mobility
The Locus handheld data collector adds flexibility to your fieldwork while enhancing the quality of your data. The software program card fits snugly into the back of the hand-held for added convenience and versatility, making software upgrades easy.

For basic surveying operation, the Locus hand-held is a valuable option that provides detailed statistics on receiver operation and data collection status. It also allows users to enter point-specific attribute information in the field, removing this task from the person processing the data. When performing high-productivity surveys such as Stop and Go Kinematic, the hand-held is required for entering point-specific attribute information in the field.
The Economical and Dependable Way to Survey
The Locus survey system is your one-stop solution for reliable results at an affordable price. Combining ease-of-use with proven Ashtech GPS technology, Locus is today's answer for smart surveying.

Locus GPS System from Ashtech
Locus GPS System from Ashtech

Locus provides a feature rich surveying system with the added benefit of GPS technology built right in. That means that you get centimeter-level positioning and reliable performance in one complete package. There is nothing to plug in, nothing to connect, and no heavy equipment to haul. Locus makes surveying with GPS easy.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:
(2) or (3) LOCUS receivers
(1) HP-48GX controller with software
(1) Kinematic Stop and Go Kit
(1) Composite 2 meter pole
(1) LOCUS processor PC software
(1) IR module for wireless data transfer
(1) LOCUS training video

(1) Manuals and documentation

Ashtech Locus GPS Survey System Specifications

Physical
Weight

Unit weight:1.75lb / 0.8kg
With C Batteries2.38lb / 1.1kg
With D Batteries3.00lb / 1.4kg

Size:
Height:5.70 inch / 0.145m
Diameter:5.30 inch / 0.135m

Electrical

Internal Memory
4 MB

Power
<I watt

Battery
Up to 100 hours of operation with alkaline D-cells
Up to 50 hours of operation with alkaline C-cells

Status Panel
Four LED indicators for power, satellite tracking, memory, and an Occupation Time Indicator

On/Off
Single button power on/off

Antenna
Integrated micro strip

Communications
Infrared communications link, cable-less operation
2400 – 57,600 baud rate

Certification
FCC and CE Mark Approved

* Accuracies assume minimum of 5 satellites, following the procedures recommended in the product manual. High-multipath areas, high PDOP values, and periods of high-activity atmospheric conditions will degrade accuracy. Post processing with Locus Processor?

 

 

Environmental
Operating Temperature

-20 to +65 degrees C

Storage Temperature
-40 to +85 degrees C

Weather
Meets MIL-STD 810E

Shock
2.2 metre pole drop

Static Survey Performance*
(2 drms)

Horizontal
12 mm + 2.5 ppm

Vertical
10 mm + 2 ppm

Azimuth
<1 arc second

Kinematic Survey Performance*
(2 drms)

Horizontal
12 mm + 2.5 ppm

Vertical
15 mm + 2.5 ppm

Occupation
2 –5 epochs recommended

GPS Performance

Ashtech L1 C/A code and full cycle carrier

Time to First Fix (95%)
Warm Start <60 seconds
Hot Start 12 seconds

Data logging to internal memory

Data logging
Epoch Interval 2 to 999 seconds

Capacity >110 hrs @ 15
sec. measuring time

>15 hrs @ 2
sec. measuring time

Standard System Accessories

(1) Infrared Communication devices

(2) Locus Processor Software Kits

(3) Height measuring systems

(4) Padded carrying cases

(5) Field survey cards

(6) Manuals

Additional System Configurations

2-Locus Kinematic System

3-Locus Static System

3-Locus Kinematic System

Optional System Accessories

Rugged Transit case

Kinematic Survey Kit

Handheld Kit

HP 48GX Calculator

Locus processor Site License

Locus Processor Software

Locus processor is a complete Windows? based post-processing package that includes:

Project management, mission planning, automatic data processing, data workbook, quality control, network adjustment and data analysis tools.

Software Requirements

PC with the following operating system:
Windows 95 / 98 / NT 4.0 or later

35 MB disk space required for installation


Recommended Minimum System Requirements:
Pentium 133 or higher and
32MB RAM

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