Spectra Precision has introduced the Ashtech MobileMapper 10, the latest addition to its line of GIS/GNSS smart data collectors. The MobileMapper 10 is a lightweight, low-power and cost-effective mapping solution with real-time meter level accuracy, Ashtech said.

With the MobileMapper 10, organizations can improve the quality of their GIS data, improve productivity, and reduce operating costs, Ashtech said. MobileMapper 10’s user-friendly efficiency enables virtually any operator to quickly learn and use the device. With quick logging operations for productive mapping and meter-level accuracy, the MobileMapper 10 can improve the features and attributes for geo-positioning, Ashtech said. In addition, the MobileMapper 10’s connectivity allows data communication between the field and the office.

MobileMapper 10 is a complete mapping solution ready for real-time data collection, Ashtech said. The MobileMapper software suite includes features that GIS professionals need without the burden of complicated and rarely used functions, both in the field and the office. It is intuitive and requires minimum training.

MobileMapper Field application software is designed for GIS data collection, asset management, area measurements, maps creation, and updates. It also provides a direct interface to external sensors such as cable locators and laser range finders for a complete field solution.

The MobileMapper 10 incorporates Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and GSM/GPRS communication. According to Erceau, “the MobileMapper 10 is lighter (380g with battery) than competitive smart data collectors, offers a large display in a compact form factor and has exceptional battery life (typically > 20 hours at 20°C with GPS on).” The MobileMapper 10 runs Windows Mobile 6.5, which offers the flexibility required to support a variety of GIS/mapping applications. 

The MobileMapper 10 is expected to be available worldwide in June 2011 through authorized Ashtech Mapping & GIS distributors. For more information, visit www.ashtech.com.