GPScorrect™ extension for ESRI ArcPad


DOWNLOADS

Version 2.41
Version 2.40
Version 2.30
Version 2.20
Version 2.11
Version 2.00
Version 1.12
Version 1.01

Other Downloads

Support Notes

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Version 2.41

GPScorrect version 2.41 requires ArcPad version 7.00 or later. GPScorrect version 2.41 does not support earlier versions of ArcPad. ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or Windows Mobile device before you install the v2.41 GPScorrect extension.

New Features

  • Support for the GeoExplorer 2008 series handhelds. These handhelds have an integrated GPS receiver.

  • Read the version 2.41 Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation, and the new features in version 2.41.


Entitlement

  • If you purchased a copy of GPScorrect from 15 February 2008 you are entitled to version 2.41.

  • If you have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on or after 15 May 2008, you are entitled to v2.41. Use the installation code to install v2.41.

  • If you do not have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 15 May 2008, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v2.41.


To post process data collected with the GPScorrect v2.41 extension, one of the following is required:

  • Version 4.10 of the GPS Pathfinder Office software with the latest software updates.

  • Version 2.10 or later of the GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software with the latest software updates.

 

v2.41 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows Mobile 5.0 / 6
(GPScorrectWMWebRelease.exe - 8479 KB)

v2.41 - GPScorrect, Software for Pocket PC 2003
(GPScorrectPPC2003WebRelease.exe - 7585 KB)

v2.4x - GPScorrect Updater Utility
(Updater Setup.exe - 14052 KB)

It is recommended that you download and install the GPScorrect Updater Utility. This utility allows you to update your v2.4x software with any new updates.
The Updater Utility should be run periodically when you are connected to your device running GPScorrect and when your PC is connected to the internet. The utility will inform you when new updates are available and assist you to update your GPScorrect software.

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Version 2.40

GPScorrect version 2.40 requires ArcPad version 7.00 or later. GPScorrect version 2.40 does not support earlier versions of ArcPad. ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v2.40 GPScorrect extension.

New Features

  • Support for the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver

  • Support for GLONASS satellites tracked and used by the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to compute positions

  • Changes to the display of estimated accuracy values on the status bar

  • Read the version 2.40 Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation, and the new features in version 2.40.


Entitlement

  • If you purchased a copy of GPScorrect from 4 December 2007 you are entitled to version 2.40.

  • If you have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on or after 3 March 2008, you are entitled to v2.40. Use the installation code to install v2.40.

  • If you do not have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 3 March 2008, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v2.40.


To post process data collected with the GPScorrect v2.40 extension, one of the following is required:

  • Version 4.10 of the GPS Pathfinder Office software with the latest software updates.

  • Version 2.10 or later of the GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software with the latest software updates.

 

v2.40 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows Mobile 5.0 / 6
(GPScorrectWMWebRelease.exe - 8370 KB)

v2.40 - GPScorrect, Software for Pocket PC 2003
(GPScorrectPPC2003WebRelease.exe - 7478 KB)

v2.4x - GPScorrect Updater Utility
(Updater Setup.exe - 14052 KB)

It is recommended that you download and install the GPScorrect Updater Utility. This utility allows you to update your v2.4x software with any new updates.
The Updater Utility should be run periodically when you are connected to your device running GPScorrect and when your PC is connected to the internet. The utility will inform you when new updates are available and assist you to update your GPScorrect software.

 

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Version 2.30

 

GPScorrect version 2.30 requires ArcPad version 7.00 or later. GPScorrect version 2.30 does not support earlier versions of ArcPad. ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v2.30 GPScorrect extension.

  • New Features

    • Provides support for the Trimble Nomad series of handhelds

    • Provides support for version 7.1 of the ESRI ArcPad software, including the new AXF format.

    • Read the version 2.30 Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation, and the new features in version 2.30.


  • Entitlement

    • If you purchased a copy of GPScorrect from 8 August 2007 you are entitled to version 2.30.

    • If you have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on or after 10 December 2007, you are entitled to v2.30. Use the installation code to install v2.30.

    • If you do not have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 10 December 2007, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v2.30.


  • To post process data collected with the GPScorrect v2.30 extension, one of the following is required:

    • Version 4.00 of the GPS Pathfinder Office software with the latest software updates.

    • Version 2.10 or later of the GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software with the latest software updates.

 

v2.30 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows Mobile 5.0 / 6
(GPScorrectWMWebRelease.exe - 7122 KB)

v2.30 - GPScorrect, Software for Pocket PC 2003
(GPScorrectPPC2003WebRelease.exe - 7094 KB)

v2.30 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows CE .NET (4.2 and later)
(GPScorrectGeoExplorerWinCE.NETWebRelease.exe - 6592 KB)

GPScorrect Updater Utility
(Updater Setup.exe - 3163 KB)

It is recommended that you download and install the GPScorrect Updater Utility. This utility allows you to update your v2.3x software with any new updates.

The Updater Utility should be run periodically when you are connected to your device running GPScorrect and when your PC is connected to the internet. The utility will inform you when new updates are available and assist you to update your GPScorrect software.

 

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Version 2.20

 

GPScorrect version 2.20 requires ArcPad version 7.00 or later. GPScorrect version 2.20 does not support earlier versions of ArcPad. ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v2.20 GPScorrect extension.


  • New Features

    • Provides support for the Juno ST handheld.

    • Read the version 2.20 Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation, and the new features in version 2.20.


  • Entitlement

    • If you registered a copy of GPScorrect from 23 January 2007 you are entitled to version 2.20.

    • If you have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 23 April 2007, you are entitled to v2.20. Use the installation code to install v2.20.

    • If you do not have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 23 April 2007, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v2.20.


  • To postprocess data collected with the GPScorrect v2.20 extension, one of the following is required:

    • Version 4.00 of the GPS Pathfinder Office software.

    • Version 2.10 or later of the GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software.

 

v2.20 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows Mobile 5.0
(GPScorrectWM5WebRelease.exe - 7231 KB)

v2.20 - GPScorrect, Software for Pocket PC 2003
(GPScorrectPPC2003_Update001.exe - 7338 KB)

v2.20 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows CE .NET (4.2 and later)
(GPScorrectGeoExplorerWinCE.NETWebRelease.exe - 6697 KB)

GPScorrect Updater Utility
(GPScorrectUpdater.exe - 3168 KB)
It is recommended that you download and install the GPScorrect Updater Utility. This utility allows you to update your v2.2x software with any new updates.

The Updater Utility should be run periodically when you are connected to your device running GPScorrect and when your PC is connected to the internet. The utility will inform you when new updates are available and assist you to update your GPScorrect software.

 

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Version 2.11

 

GPScorrect version 2.11 requires ArcPad version 7.00. GPScorrect version 2.11 does not support earlier versions of ArcPad. ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v2.11 GPScorrect extension.


  • New Features

    • Provides support for the GPS Pathfinder XC receiver.

    • Addresses a problem with GPS Pathfinder XB receivers outputting invalid time and position information.

    • Read the version 2.10 Rev C Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation, and the new features in version 2.11.


  • Entitlement

    • If you registered a copy of GPScorrect from 9 May 2006 you are entitled to version 2.11.

    • If you have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 7 August 2006, you are entitled to v2.11. Use the installation serial number to install v2.11.

    • If you do not have a Software Maintenance Extension valid on 7 August 2006, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v2.11.


  • To postprocess data collected with the GPScorrect v2.11 extension, one of the following is required:

    • Version 3.10 of the GPS Pathfinder Office software, with the GPScorrect 2.10 support update applied

    • Version 1.20 or later of the GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software, with the GPScorrect 2.10 support update applied.

 

v2.11 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows Mobile and Windows CE
(GPScorrectWinCEPlatformsSetup.exe - 5173 KB)

GPScorrect Updater Utility (English)
(GPScorrectUpdater.exe - 3039 KB)

It is recommended that you download and install the GPScorrect Updater Utility. This utility allows you to update your v2.1x software with any new updates.

The Updater Utility should be run periodically when you are connected to your device running GPScorrect and when your PC is connected to the internet. The utility will inform you when new updates are available and assist you to update your GPScorrect software.

 

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Version 2.00

GPScorrect version 2.00 requires ArcPad version 7.00. GPScorrect version 2.00 does not support earlier versions of ArcPad. ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v2.00 GPScorrect extension.


  • Entitlement

    • If you registered a copy of GPScorrect from 24th October 2005 you are entitled to version 2.00.

    • If you have a Field Software Enhancement Extension valid on 20 January 2006, you are entitled to v2.00. Use the installation serial number to install v2.00.

    • If you do not have a Field Software Enhancement Extension valid on 20 January 2006, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v2.00.


  • To postprocess data collected with the GPScorrect v2.00 extension, one of the following is required:

    • Version 3.10 of the GPS Pathfinder Office software, with the GPScorrect 2.00 support update applied

    • Version 1.20 of the GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software, with the GPScorrect 2.00 support update applied.

  • Read the Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation and the new features in version 2.00.

 

 

Device Type

Operating System

Processor

ARM / XScale

Windows Mobile Version 5.0*

Windows Mobile Version 5.0

GeoExplorer 2005 series (Windows Mobile Version 5.0)

Pocket PC 2003**

Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PCs
(Windows CE 4.2)

GeoExplorer series (Pocket PC 2003)

Trimble Ranger Handheld (Pocket PC 2003)

Trimble Recon (Pocket PC 2003)

HP (Compaq) iPAQ H5550 and H2200 series

Handheld PC 2000

Windows CE .NET
(Windows CE 4.x)

GeoExplorer CE series

GIS TSCe field device

Trimble Recon (CE .NET)

TDS Ranger 200T, 200C and 133T

HP 720

Allegro CX


v2.00 for Windows 2000 and Windows XP (Home, Professional, or Tablet PC Edition)

* NOTE: Requires v4.1 or later of the ActiveSync software.
** NOTE: Requires v3.7 or later of the ActiveSync software.

Installation Instructions

Before downloading the software, we recommend that you check out the Release Notes.

  • Download the software onto your desktop computer.

  • Connect your Windows CE device to your computer via ActiveSync.

  • Register your copy of the software at www.trimble.com/register to obtain an installation serial number.

  • Run the installation program according to the instructions in the Release Notes.

  • When prompted, enter the installation serial number.

  • If you experience any difficulties upgrading please contact your local Tri-Global representative.


v2.00 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows 2000 and XP

(GPScorrectDesktopSetup.exe - 3883 KB)

v2.00 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows CE
(GPScorrectWinCEPlatformsSetup.exe - 4716 KB)

 

Version 2.00 UPDATE

This update should be installed after v2.00 is installed. Details on the issue this update resolves are documented in the Support Note "GPScorrect Extension for the ESRI ArcPad Software: Incorrect Geometry after Postprocessing".

v2.00 - Incorrect Geometry Update - For Windows CE Devices
(GPScorrect200PatchWinCE.exe - 1866 KB)

Installation Instructions:

1. If you are installing the update on a Windows CE device ensure it is connected to your PC with ActiveSync before running the update.
2. Download and run the appropriate update.
3. Follow the install wizard.

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Version 1.12

 

ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v1.12 GPScorrect extension. GPScorrect version 1.12 requires ArcPad version 6.03. Earlier versions of GPScorrect must be uninstalled before installing v1.12.


  • Entitlement

    • If you have version 1.10 or 1.11 installed you are entitled to v1.12. Use the installation serial number to install v1.12.

    • If you purchased v1.x after 19 January 2005, you are entitled to v1.12. Register your copy of the software at www.trimble.com/register to obtain an installation serial number.

    • If you have a Field Software Enhancement Extension valid on 19 April 2005, you are entitled to v1.12. Use the installation serial number to install v1.12.

    • If you do not have a Field Software Enhancement Extension valid on 19 April 2005, contact your local Tri-Global representative for details on upgrading to v1.12.

  • Read the Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation and the new features in version 1.12.

 

 

Device Type

Operating System

Processor

ARM / XScale

Windows Mobile Version 5.0

Windows Mobile Version 5.0

GeoExplorer 2005 series (Windows Mobile Version 5.0)

Pocket PC 2003*

Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PCs
(Windows CE 4.2)

GeoExplorer series (Pocket PC 2003)

Trimble Ranger Handheld (Pocket PC 2003)

Trimble Recon (Pocket PC 2003)

HP (Compaq) iPAQ H5550 and H2200 series

Handheld PC 2000

Windows CE .NET
(Windows CE 4.x)

GeoExplorer CE series

GIS TSCe field device

Trimble Recon (CE .NET)

TDS Ranger 200T, 200C and 133T

HP 720

Allegro CX


v1.12 for Windows 2000 and Windows XP (Home, Professional, or Tablet PC Edition)

* NOTE: Requires v3.7 or later of the ActiveSync software.

Installation Instructions

Before downloading the software, we recommend that you check out the Release Notes.

  • Download the software onto your desktop computer.

  • Connect your Windows CE device to your computer via ActiveSync.

  • Register your copy of the software at www.trimble.com/register to obtain an installation serial number.

  • Run the installation program according to the instructions in the Release Notes.

  • When prompted, enter the installation serial number.

  • If you experience any difficulties upgrading please contact your local Tri-Global representative.

v1.12 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows CE
(GPScorrectWinCEPlatformsSetup.exe - 4690 KB)

v1.12 - GPScorrect, Software for Windows 2000 and XP
(GPScorrectDesktopSetup.exe - 3886 KB)

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Version 1.01

 

ArcPad must be installed onto your PC or CE device before you install the v1.01 GPScorrect extension. GPScorrect version 1.01 requires ArcPad version 6.01 or later. Earlier versions of GPScorrect must be uninstalled before installing v1.01.

  • Features

    • More accurate and reliable position data using differential postprocessing, SuperCorrect pseudorange logging, and velocity filtering.

    • Choice of TRimble GPS Analyst extension for ArcGIS or GPS Pathfinder Office software for differential postprocessing.

    • Easy and complete setup of any Trimble GeoExplorer CE series handheld or GPS Pathfinder receiver within ArcPad.

    • Real-time differential correction (correction sources depend on GPS receiver used).

    • Mission planning in the field to increase productivity.

  • Read the Release Notes for details on how to perform the installation and the new features in version 1.01.

 

 

Device Type

Operating System

Processor

SH3

MIPS

ARM

HPC 2000

Windows CE 3.0/4.x CE .NET

 

 

GeoExplorer CE series

GIS TSCe field device

Trimble Recon (CE .NET)

TDS Ranger 200T, 200C and 133T

HP 720

Pocket PC

Windows CE 3.0

HP Jornada 545 & 548

Casio Cassiopeia E115 & E125

HP (Compaq) iPAQ, H3100 & H3650

Pocket PC 2002

Windows CE 3.0

 

 

HP Jornada 568

HP (Compaq) iPAQ H3800 & H3900 Series

Toshiba e740

Pocket PC 2003*

Windows Mobile 2003 for Pocket PCs (Windows CE 4.2)

 

 

GeoExplorer series (Pocket PC 2003)

Trimble Recon (Pocket PC 2003)

HP (Compaq) iPAQ H5550 and H2200 series

Palm-sized PC

Windows CE 2.11

    

Casio Cassiopeia E105

 

HPC Pro

Windows CE 2.12

    

    

TDS Ranger 200R


v1.01 for Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, and XP

* NOTE: Requires v3.7 or later of the ActiveSync software.

Installation Instructions

Before downloading the software, we recommend that you check out the Release Notes.

  • Download the software onto your desktop computer.

  • Connect your Windows CE device to your computer via ActiveSync.

  • Run the installation program according to the instructions in the Release Notes.

  • When prompted, enter the serial number and authorization code.

v1.01 - GPScorrect, Software for Pocket PC 2003 - ARM (English)
(GPScorrect_101_PPC2003_ARM.exe - 2061 KB)

v1.01 for Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, and XP
(GPScorrect_101_Desktop.exe - 3203 KB)

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Other Downloads

SBAS.INI
(SBAS.ini - KB)

Updated: 1 August 2007

  • Contains the list of SBAS satellites, including the two recently launched WAAS satellites - PRNs 135 and 138.

  • Required when using Custom mode in Trimble field software to select particular satellites to track, and exclude from the tracking list.

  • Details on the new WAAS satellites and how to install the SBAS.INI file are included in the Support Note titled Status Update: New WAAS Satellites and Trimble GPS Receivers.


SATDGPS.INI File

(Satdgps.ini - 2 KB)
Updated: 10 March 2008

  • Contains the list of frequencies used by satellite DGPS providers.

  • Use the GPS Pathfinder Office Data Transfer utility to load this file onto your device running TerraSync.

  • If you have GPS Analyst installed on a PC, copy this file into the folder C:\Program Files\Trimble\GPS Analyst\Bin.

  • If you have GPS Controller, GPS Pathfinder Controller, GPScorrect, or an application developed using the GPS Pathfinder Tools SDK installed on a PC, copy this file into the folder C:\Program Files\Common Files\Trimble\Config.

  • If you have GPS Controller, GPS Pathfinder Controller, GPScorrect, or an application developed using the GPS Pathfinder Tools SDK installed on a Windows CE or Pocket PC device, copy this file into the folder \Program Files\Common Files\Trimble\Config. This folder will be located on the Disk or in RAM depending on where GPS Controller, GPScorrect, GPS Pathfinder Controller, or your application developed using the GPS Pathfinder Tools SDK is installed.

  • If you are using Asset Surveyor download this version of SATDGPS.INI and use the GPS Pathfinder Office Data Transfer utility to load this file onto your device.

ANTENNA.INI File (Translated)
(TranslatedAntenna.zip - 349 KB)
Translated Antenna files for Mapping & GIS Software (updated 10 March 2008).
This zip file contains translated antenna files for use with the following software:

  • Trimble GPS Pathfinder Office

  • TerraSync

  • GPScorrect extension for ArcPad

Antenna types, names, and measurement points have been translated in the following languages:

  • Chinese (Simplified)

  • Chinese (Traditional)

  • Croatian

  • Czech

  • Danish

  • Dutch

  • English

  • Estonian

  • Finnish

  • French

  • German

  • Greek

  • Hungarian

  • Italian

  • Japanese

  • Korean

  • Norwegian

  • Polish

  • Portuguese

  • Russian

  • Serbian

  • Spanish

  • Swedish

  • Turkish

To use a translated antenna file see instructions in the readme.txt file.

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Support Notes

Mapping and GIS Product Compatibility List
(MGIS_SprtNote_Product_Compatibility.pdf - 492 KB)

This document outlines the compatibility between Trimble field devices, versions of Trimble field software, versions of the GPS Pathfinder Office software and Microsoft Windows operating systems.

Submitting Crash Data to Trimble
(MGIS_SprtNote_SubmittingCrashData.pdf - 188 KB)

The Trimble Mapping & GIS Division continues to improve the quality of its products. This support bulletin describes how customers and resellers can send reports to Trimble about critical runtime issues that may occur with Trimble products.

Envío de informes a Trimble sobre problemas de ejecución
(Span MGIS_SprtNote_SubmittingCrashData.pdf - 189 KB)

La División Trimble Mapping & GIS continua mejorando la calidad de sus productos. Este boletín de soporte describe el procedimiento que deben seguir los clientes y distribuidores de Trimble para enviar informes sobre problemas de ejecución críticos que puedan ocurrir con los productos de Trimble.

Trimble GPScorrect Extension for ESRI ArcPad Software: Setting the Antenna Height in the ESRI ArcPad Software
(MGIS_SprtNote_GPScorrect_Antenna_Height.pdf - 254 KB)
The Trimble GPScorrect extension for the ESRI ArcPad software logs GPS position data to a Trimble SSF file. Many of the ESRI ArcPad software settings are used by the GPScorrect extension to ensure the correct positions are logged. This support note recommends that you always set the antenna height in meters in the ESRI ArcPad software so that the GPScorrect extension can correctly read this value.

GPScorrect Extension for the ESRI ArcPad Software: Incorrect Geometry after Postprocessing
(MGIS_SprtNote_GPScorrect_PositionMismatch.pdf - 47 KB)
In version 2.00 of the Trimble® GPScorrect™ extension for the ESRI ArcPad software, after you update with postprocessed GPS positions, Shapefiles (or feature classes) may contain incorrect geometry. This Support Note describes the issue and the solution.

GPS Analyst Extension for ESRI ArcGIS Software: Support for ArcPad Software Version 7
(MGIS_SprtNote_TGA_ArcPad7support.pdf - 64 KB)
Trimble has released an update to the Trimble GPS Analyst™ extension for ESRI ArcGIS software to support the ArcPad software version 7.

GPScorrect™ or TerraSync™ - "Device Type Not Supported" Message on a Device Running Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 2003 for Pocket PC
(SprtNote_DeviceNotSupported.pdf - 112 KB)

When installing GPScorrect™ or TerraSync™ software on a device running Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 2003 for Pocket PC, the error message The current device type is not supported appears. This affects a number of devices, including the Trimble® Recon™ handheld. This support note describes how to successfully install GPScorrect and TerraSync on such a device.

Installing GPScorrect on a GeoXT or GeoXM running the CE .NET Operating System
(SprtNote_GPScorrect_CENET.pdf - 90 KB)

The GeoXT™/GeoXM™ revision 2.00 operating revision is based on the Microsoft® Windows® CE .NET 4.2 operating system. When you install GPScorrect™ for ESRI® ArcPad® 6.0 onto a GeoXT or GeoXM handheld device that is running the CE .NET operating system, you must use version 1.01 or later of the GPScorrect software. If you try to install GPScorrect version 1.00, you will receive the following error message and you will be unable to install GPScorrect: Win CE does not support the current version of the Software.
This document explains how to resolve this issue.

Trimble GPS Receivers: Status Update for WAAS Satellites
(MGIS_SprtNote_WAAS_Update_May2008.pdf - 294 KB)

This document provides an update on the status of the WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) satellites, including the FAA’s expected timeline for the second new WAAS satellite (PRN 138) to be set as operational, and for the older WAAS satellites (PRNs 122 and 134) to be decommissioned. This document describes the Trimble GPS receivers that are able to use the new WAAS satellites, and describes how to install a new SBAS.ini file and configure your GPS receiver to use the new WAAS satellites.

Receptores Trimble GPS: Actualización del estado de los satélites WAAS
(MGIS_SprtNote_WAAS_Update_May2008.pdf - 294 KB)

En este documento se proporciona una actualización sobre el estado de los satélites del Sistema de ampliación de área ancha WAAS (siglas inglesas de Wide Area Augmentation System), información sobre los receptores Trimble® GPS que pueden utilizar los nuevos satélites WAAS (PRN 135 y 138) así como se describe la instalación del nuevo archivo SBAS.ini y la configuración de su receptor GPS para que pueda utilizar los nuevos satélites WAAS.

GPS Pathfinder Pro XRS Receiver: Incorrect Firmware Version
(MGIS_SprtNote_ProXRS_Firmware_Issue.pdf - 183 KB)

An incorrect firmware version was installed on a number of Trimble GPS Pathfinder Pro XRS receivers that were shipped after November 2005. Units with this firmware version cannot use the integrated satellite based augmentation system (SBAS) signals (WAAS / EGNOS) for real-time corrections. This Support Note explains the issue and how to resolve it.

OmniSTAR (Australia and New Zealand): Change in Satellite and Frequency
(MGIS_SprtNote_Omnistar_Optus.pdf - 149 KB)
OmniSTAR is changing the satellite and the frequency on which it broadcasts corrections for Australia and New Zealand. If you use an OmniSTAR-capable receiver in Australia or New Zealand, you must update the data collection software to track the new satellite and frequency. This Support Note describes how to do this.

OmniSTAR AMSC (Western, Central, and Eastern USA) Satellite: New Frequencies
(MGIS_SprtNote_Omnistar_AMSC.pdf - 170 KB)
OmniSTAR is changing the frequency for the North American satellite, AMSC (Western, Central, and Eastern USA), on which it broadcasts corrections. If you use an OmniSTAR-capable receiver in North America, you must update the data collection software to track the new frequencies. This Support Note provides details on how to do this.

GeoExplorer Series Handhelds: Connecting the Receiver to Trimble Mapping & GIS Field Software Through the Serial Clip
(MGIS_SprtNote_GeoExplorer_SerialBaudRate.pdf - 134 KB)
If you use a serial clip to connect the GPS receiver in a Trimble GeoExplorer series handheld to a datalogger, such as a laptop or a PDA, that is running any the following software; TerraSync v2.50, GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS v1.10, GPS Pathfinder Tools v2.00, or GPScorrect extension for ESRI ArcPad v1.10, you must change the GPS Connector settings from TSIP Standard to custom settings of 38400, 8, 1, Odd. This Support Notes explains the changes required.

Trimble Planning Software: Setup and Configuration
(MGIS_SprtNote_TrimblePlanning_Setup.pdf - 517 KB)
The Trimble® GPS Pathfinder® Office software version 4 no longer contains the QuickPlan™ software. There is a form of planning available in the TerraSync™ software, for use in the field, but Trimble recognises the continued need for you to plot satellite availability and DOPs, and to key-in obstructions. This Support Note explains how to correctly configure Trimble Planning software for use with MGIS field computers.

OmniSTAR AF-SAT (Central + South Africa) Satellite: New Frequency and Data Rate
(SprtNote_MGIS_Omnistar_AFSAT.pdf - 164 KB)
OmniSTAR is changing the frequency and baud rate for the African satellite, AF-SAT (Central + South Africa), on which it broadcasts corrections. If you use an OmniSTAR-capable receiver in Africa, south of the Sahara, you must update the data collection software to track the new frequency.

Software de planificación de Trimble: Instalación y configuración
(Span MGIS_SprtNote_TrimblePlanning_Setup.pdf - 260 KB)

El software Trimble® GPS Pathfinder® Office versión 4 ya no contiene el software QuickPlan™. En el software TerraSync™ hay un formulario que puede utilizarse para la planificación en el campo, pero Trimble reconoce la necesidad continua que tiene el usuario de trazar la disponibilidad de satélites y los valores DOP y de introducir obstáculos. En esta nota de soporte se explica cómo configurar correctamente el software de planificación para ser utilizado con las computadoras de campo MGIS.

Resolving Communication Errors between the GPS Receiver and Field Software
(SprtNote_ProXR-XRS_Communications.pdf - 28 KB)
To ensure your GPS Pathfinder® Pro XR or Pro XRS receiver communicates correctly with your data collection or data maintenance software, you must use a version of the field software that is compatible with the GPS receiver's embedded software version. This Support Note outlines compatibilities between field software versions and the different embedded software versions of the Pro XR and Pro XRS receivers.