Trimble announced the introduction of its R8 and R7 RTK GPS receivers. Representing the edition of Trimble’s 5800 and 5700 RTK GPS receivers. The R8 and R7 feature Trimble’s new R-track technology, which includes the capability of tracking the new Civil Signal (L2C) scheduled to be available on certain GPS satellites in 2004. The annunciation was made last week at Intergeo 2003. The addition of the new Civil Signal is expected to increase the signal strength of the L2 frequency. R-track technology will allow customers to benefit from this through improved tracking performance.
The R8 RTK GPS receiver features an integrated antenna that allows it to serve as a highly portable rover. The R7 features a separate receiver and antenna, providing users with flexibility that may be required by individual work sites. Ideal for geodetic control, topographic and cadastral surveys, high precision GIS, and stakeout applications, the R8 and R7 are Trimble’s GPS survey receivers. “The introduction of the R8 and R7 enables Trimble customers to position themselves for the future. Starting in 2004 we will experience the beginning of GPS Modernization with the availability of a second civil signal (L2C), followed in the near future by the availability of a third civil signal (L5) and the initial deployment of the European Galileo navigation system,” said Jurgen Kliem, division vice president of Surveying for Trimble’s Geomatics and Engineering Business. The R7 and R8 RTK GPS receivers are expected to be available in October 2003 through Trimble’s Geomatics and Engineering dealer channel.
