From a satisfied customer (Thanks Sheeran Declan)
I am in Tanzania at the moment about to give a presentation on it’s use in geological mapping.
1/. It has increased filed productivity about fourfold.
2/. Final geological maps can be produced within a day of returning from the field.
3/. Field notes can now be a legible and searchable digital record rather than a shabby pile of notebooks filled with illegible scrawl and which are rarely ever used again.
4/. The claims to robustness are valid and the unit performs flawlessly in conditions of high tropical rainfall and humidity. The screen is prone to scratching when using the stylus in a dirty sweaty environment. Hence the requirement for the screen protectors. (I managed to souce the them in in Ireland which is my next port of call).
An other point: I see that ArcPad is coming out soon; will recent ArcPad 7.1.1 purchasers have upgrade rights / discounts?
Regards,
Declan
Highlights of the MobileMapper 6 is that it uses a Windows Mobile operating system. This will allow for compatibility of third party software. Other features include a IPX6 waterproof, integrated camera, flashlight, barometer, compass and large SD storage capacity. We currently have three GIS field application with Post processing capability, Arcpad, Mobilemapper and Digiterra Explorer.
MAGELLAN INTRODUCES RUGGED, ENTRY-LEVEL, PROFESSIONAL GIS AND MAPPING SOLUTION
Feature rich hand-held GPS/GIS receiver delivers 2-5 meter accuracy and low-cost for business users
Discover MobileMapper 6 video online at http://www.pro.magellangps.com
Magellan today introduced the latest addition to its MobileMapper GIS and mapping line of products – the MobileMapper 6. A rugged, waterproof, handheld GPS/GIS receiver, the MobileMapper 6 fulfills the requirements for low-cost, professional GIS field data collection. It fills a market gap in the data collection field between high-cost devices and consumer-grade products. It is expected to particularly appeal to forestry and other natural resource organizations, oil and gas, agriculture, utilities, government agencies, and businesses large and small that need a highly-rugged, robust GIS unit that can collect geographic data with 2-5 meter accuracy in real-time with SBAS corrections.
The MobileMapper 6 is a Windows Mobile 6 open platform, unlike competing consumer-type units, it offers full compatibility with popular GIS software to enable companies to select and use the GIS software of choice. In addition, unlike PDA devices, the MobileMapper 6 is highly rugged for rough-and-tumble business applications. The MobileMapper 6 offers the professional features associated with more costly high-end GIS/GPS units, yet it is price-competitive with consumer-grade GPS.
“The MobileMapper 6 is an economically, professional-grade GPS/GIS handheld receiver rugged-built for business applications,” said Francois Erceau, general manager of Magellan Professional. “With its low-cost, lightweight rugged design, and the ability to run virtually all GIS software, we expect it to become a favorite of businesses both large and small.”
It comes standard with an integrated 2-megapixel camera that can take photos, which can be tagged with the GPS location and used as a point description data in any GIS application, such as Magellan’s Mobile Mapping software, ESRI’s ArcPad or other third-party software. It also includes a built-in microphone to record and replay voice notes to enrich the collected data.
The MobileMapper 6 comes with Microsoft Windows Mobile version 6, along with a touch-screen and Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. The rugged design of the MobileMapper 6 is impact resistant and water- and dustproof for use in harsh and difficult field conditions. It is able to withstand a one-meter drop to solid ground and water submergence.
Weighing less than 8 ounces (224 grams) and measuring approximately 5.7 in x 2.5 in x 1.1 in (14.6 cm x 6.4 cm x 2.9 cm), the MobileMapper 6 is lightweight and compact for easy, convenient use. It provides excellent autonomy with up to 10 hours of operation on a set of two AA alkaline batteries, easily exchangeable in the field.
Data collection is enabled by 128 MB of non-volatile Flash data storage, and storage of large amounts of field date is made possible through a Secure Digital (SD) card slot that accepts SD cards with up to 4 GB of memory.
About Magellan
Magellan allows people to travel, work and play their way with leading portable navigation and positioning solutions across multiple consumer and business-to-business markets. Recognized as an industry innovator, the company is the creator of the award-winning Magellan RoadMate® series portable car navigation systems, MaestroTM, CrossoverGPSTM, the Magellan Triton outdoor handheld navigation devices, the Hertz® NeverLost® car navigation system and the ProMarkTM 3 and ProMark 3 RTK, the best-selling single frequency GPS survey product line on the market. Magellan is privately held and headquartered in Santa Clara, Calif.
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