The document discusses GPS and GIS data collection solutions for utilities companies. It introduces the Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 series handheld which provides precise GPS positioning even in obstructed environments through features like Floodlight technology. The handheld is optimized for outdoor use with a rugged design, long battery life and sunlight readable display. It allows efficient data collection through integrated connectivity, computing power to run ArcPad 10, and a digital camera to link photos to mapped features. The solution aims to improve productivity by enabling accurate data capture in challenging conditions with minimal effort.

1. WE DO IT FOR YOU
Precision and productivity for Utilities/Energy Field
GPS/GIS Data Collection, Maintenance and
Inspections
New Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 Series:
Feel the difference
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2. AGENDA
1. Defining GIS data collection efficiency for Utilities
industry
2. Barriers that challenges an efficient GIS data
collection
3. Critical requirements for Utilities GPS/GIS data
collection
4. Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 Series Handheld with
ArcPad 10: The final solution
5. Conclusions

3. EXPECTATIONS
At the end of this presentation you should:
Know a little bit more about GPS Trimble solutions
working with ESRI SW
Understand why TRIMBLE-ESRI solutions are the
state of the art of GPS tech for GIS applications
within Utilities Industry
Obtain relevant information for taken investment
decisions that will make you save time/money
And of course have had a good time ☺
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4. Let´s start with a provoking question
What does it mean for you “GIS
data collection efficiency”?

5. For someone living in Madrid …
“…means obtaining
accurate measurements
in urban canyons”

6. For someone living in Murcia may mean…
“Measure fast without
sacrifycing
accurateness”

7. And for someone living in Vigo might mean…
“… obtaining accurate
measurements under
dense forest canopy”
Novedades de Productos GPS Trimble para Cartografía y SIG

8. We could reach and agreement
Efficient GIS data capture in the field is:
Ability to measure GIS data...:
... With the quality and precision required by your
company/law
... In any environment you work
... With the minimal effort, time and expense
(productivity)

9. What is the biggest barrier to productive
and efficient GIS data collection?

10. The environment you need to work in … obstructed

11. Case of Utilities Management is not an exception
Data collection and asset management activities
for utility organizations includes:
Water, wastewater, gas, electric and cable
Typical tasks in obstrusted environment include:
Outage detection and repair
Relocating underground infrastructure
Infrastructure inspection and maintenance management

12. The environment of Utilities in a snapshot
Novedades de Productos GPS Trimble para Cartografía y SIG

13. Utilities companies GPS/GIS field work critical requirements:
Precision 10-30cm (width of spade) real time and
postprocess to be able to work with critical infrastructure (pipes), in a
variety of urban and rural obstructed environments
Optimized for working in outdoor conditions
(ruggedness, lightweight, screen size and sunlight readable)
Integrated wireless conectivity (differencial corrections,
external sensors, internet, etc)
Computing power to run complex field applications and to work with
large datasets
Simplicity of usage and workflow integrated: field crews
unfamiliar with professional GPS + SW
So in these less than ideal circumstances do we have to
continue sacrifying precision in favor of productivity or
viceversa?

14. Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 Series Handheld:
The final solution for precision and productivity
for Utilities/Energy Field GPS/GIS Data Collection

15. Requirement:
10-30cm precision real time and
postprocess in obstructed GNSS
environments

16. High accuracy GNSS receiver and antenna (internal)
Decimeter accuracy in your hand
Real time and after postprocessing
Fast fixes
VRS and at longer baselines: up to 250Km
Dual frecuency internal GPS receiver/antenna
Channels 220 channels
GPS L1C/A, L2C, L2E
GLONASS* L1C/A, L1P, L2C/A, L2P
SBAS WAAS/MSAS/EGNOS
GeoXH
(10 cm)

17. Problems for measuring with precision and productivity?
• Multipath
• Outages
•…

18. Trimble Floodlight Satellite Shadow Reduction Technology
In short:
More positions and better accuracy in obstructed GNSS conditions
Increase satellite availability
(GPS-GLONASS)
Stabilise acquisition and tracking
Advanced tracking
algorithms and filters
Results:
• Reduces the need to use offsets
(easier, faster)
• Get the job done right first time
(that´s money!!)

19. No worries with Trimble Floodlight Technology

20. Comparison GeoXH 6000 vs GeoXH 2008
GeoXH 6000 series with Floodlight
GeoXH 2008 series
Juno series
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
10 cm or less 10cm to 30cm 30cm to 100cm 100cm to 300cm 300cm to 500cm More than 500cm
• GeoXH 6000 gets 80% more 10-30cm precision positions
than GeoXH 2008

21. Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 series
with Floodlight Technology delivers…
Better positions in more places than ever
Increased satellite visibility
Tracks up to 2x more satellites than 2008 series
Work in more places
Where you work – urban canyons
Reduces the need to digitize, or use offsets
Get the job done right first time, more of the time
Reduce or eliminate the need to plan field work around peak satellite availability
#Geo6000

22. Requirement:
Integration of capabilities into a
single handheld form factor

23. Carry less hardware

24. High Quality Digital Camera
5 MP (JPG)
Autofocus
VGA video with audio
Applications:
Visual asset identification
Recording asset status
Evidence of job carried out
Part of a regulatory requirement
Recording or reporting incidents

25. Trimble GeoExplorer 6000 series
with complete all-in-one integration delivers…
Seamless image capture and feature
attribution
Capture images in the field
Geo-tag and link images directly to the feature
Eliminate back office processing
Single device simplicity
Completely rugged: IP65
Totally handheld solution: no pole/external antenna required
Lightweight: 0,95kg
#Geo6000

26. Requirement:
Optimized for working in outdoor
conditions

27. Ruggedness
IP65
1.2 m drop
-20 to +50 C

28. Long-life field-swappable battery pack
Up to 11 hours operation on a single charge
Field swappable without shutting down (no
tools)
Charge inside or outside the device
2.2 hours ‘fast charge’ (~80%)
Accurate capacity reporting
IP65
#Geo6000

29. 4.2 inch sunlight readable display
Crystal clear maps and forms
Easier to operate
#Geo6000

30. Requirement:
Integrated wireless
connectivity

31. Cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth
Cellular (optional)
Siemens HC25 HSDPA (3,5G) cellular modem
Data transfer to/from field
Differential corrections Real Time
Wi-Fi
802.11b/g
Bluetooth
Version 2.0 + EDR
Connect with external sensors

32. Requirement:
Computing power to run
complex field applications and
to work with large data files

33. Flexibility for applications
6.5 Pro
Productivity apps: Office Mobile 2010

34. Ample storage
2 GB Flash
(> 1,000 5MP images)
Up to 32 GB SDHC

35. Fast computing
OMAP 3503 600MHz CPU
256 MB SDRAM

36. Performance using ESRI ArcPad 10
ArcPad 10: Start-up and file load test
2008 Series 49 seconds
6000 Series 23 seconds 2.1x faster
#Geo6000

37. Requirement:
Simplicity of usage and
workflow integrated

38. Integrated Workflow Office-Field-Office
DATA PREPARATION DATA COLLECTION ANALYISIS + DECISIONS
(ESRI) (TRIMBLE+ESRI) (ESRI+TRIMBLE)
Office Field Office
Background Images Data collection with Attributes Postprocess of GPS data (Trimble GPS
Georeferenced Photos Analyst extension for ArcGIS 10)
Cartography
Checklists Reports
Quick capture toolbar Analysis
WMS Information Access ArcGIS Online / Bing
Maps content (modem 3,5G)
Data export from ArcGIS 10 Data Import into ArcGIS 10
GIS Field work (ArcPad
+GPScorrect)

39. Key features of ArcPad 10 + GeoXH 6000 for Utilities
Creation of Point, Line, and
Area entities with attributes H
Compulsory Checklists of forms
Georeferenced photos linked to
measured GPS entities
Bluetooth connection to laser
distance meter and rangefinders
(i.e. LaserAce 1000) for
measurement of non accessible
points and entities´ height
Support of large background
Images

40. More key features
Key Features
Automatic creation of drawing onsite while measuring.
Check of boundaries, setbacks, setting outs, etc.
Support of vector and raster data.
Possible drawing transfer to the office from the field for
checking before leaving the site.
All-In-One handheld GPS device: Accurate GPS (10cm),
PDA, GIS Software, customized application, digital
camera.
Calculations, reports, etc, onsite.
Creation of accurate DTM for Proposals, etc (10-15cm in
XYZ)
40

41. Look and feel of ArcPad 10
Layer Selection Checklist Form Georeferenced Photos
TO SUM UP:
• Ease of use • Able to manage large datasets with
• Professional complex data model of utilities
• Powerful • Customizable at your choice (projects)
• Outstanding user experience

42. In conclusion: why should you work with us?
High accuracy GNSS receiver and integrated antenna
(L1, L2)
Better accuracy. Fast fixes. Handheld convenience
10 cm in seconds in your hand => GIS requirements fulfilled by far
IT WORKS WHERE
AND WHEN YOU
Trimble Floodlight Technology NEED IT!!!
More positions and better accuracy in difficult conditions (GLONASS)
Integrated 5 megapixel camera
Seamlessly associate images and features SAVE TIME/MONEY
High quality data
Carry less hardware WARRANTING
PRECISION AND
Integrated 3.5G modem PRODUCTIVITY
Internet connectivity, nearly anywhere
Carry less hardware
Optimized for outdoor operation
Huge, Sunlight optimized display (4,2”)
All day, field swappable battery FEEL THE DIFFERENCE
Fully support of ArcPad 10 GIS capabilities (not OEM)
Utilities data models are complex and large
Customized workflows and functionality to increase productivity of field crew (SDK or ArcPad 10 included)

43. LO HACEMOS PARA TI
You´ll see results where others just offer words
Thank you very much
Any Question? Visit our booth!!!
Fernando Paredes
Fernando.paredes@ti.eptisa.com
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