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3-JUN-2003, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tripod Data Systems improves Recon performance up to 40% with updates to operating system, software
TDS releases enhanced versions of Operating System 4.1.5 and Survey ProTM 3.7.2 software
Contacts:
Amy Urban
Tripod Data Systems
541-753-9322
amyu@tdsway.com
Julia Oliver
Sanda Communications
503-445-2400
jo@sandacom.com
CORVALLIS, Ore.—June 3, 2003—Tripod Data Systems (TDS) today announced the release of version 4.1.5 of its operating system for the TDS ReconTM handheld. Simultaneously, TDS announced version 3.7.2 of its best-selling Survey ProTM software. The new combination increases performance speed and adds a new layer of GPS receiver compatibility.
The new operating system includes increased RAM speed and improvements to NAND file system performance, contributing to an increase of as much as 40% in overall performance time for Recon surveying functions. In addition, the new system features programming that better utilizes disk space and offers better diagnostics.
"The Recon has been well received in the surveying marketplace," said Bill Martin, Director of Marketing, "and we're always looking to improve our products. Increasing Recon performance will make this rugged handheld even more valuable to surveyors."
Survey Pro 3.7.2 increases the Recon's GPS data collection capabilities by offering compatibility with more GPS receivers. In addition to Survey Pro 3.7.1's compatibility with most leading brands of GPS receivers, 3.7.2 adds support for Trimble receivers, including the 4600, 4700, 5700 and 5800.
"Surveyors have consistently told us they want to work with GPS receivers on their handhelds, and these new Recon updates give them a more complete surveying package," said Martin.
New Recons will begin shipping today with the latest operating system. Current Recon owners will be able to download the updated system beginning June 16. Registered Survey Pro users can download the updated software at www.tdsway.com/latest (requires registration). These updates do not affect TDS Ranger handhelds.
Tripod Data Systems (TDS) develops hardware and software for mobile computing applications. TDS produces rugged handheld computers for extreme outdoor and industrial environments, software for land surveying and construction applications, and GIS systems for field data collection and automation. TDS software has been the number one choice of surveyors since 1995-more surveyors use Survey Pro software than all other competitors' software combined.¹
TDS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB). The company is headquartered in Corvallis, Ore., and was founded in 1987. For more information about TDS, visit http://www.tdsway.com, email survey@tdsway.com or call 541-753-9322.
¹Business News Publishing Company, "Surveying and Mapping Industry Study" 1995-2002. Includes TDS software sold by dealers and TDS partner companies.
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Tripod Data Systems, Recon and Survey Pro are trademarks of Tripod Data Systems. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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