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9-DEC-2003, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tripod Data Systems Announces Performance Enhancements for Nikon NPL-302 Series Pulse Laser Stations
Improvements include more stable initial measurements, significantly faster measurement speed
Contact:
Amy Urban
Tripod Data Systems
541-753-9322
amyu@tdsway.com
Julia Oliver
Sanda Communications
503-445-2400
jo@sandacom.com
CORVALLIS, Ore.—December 9, 2003—Tripod Data Systems (TDS) today announced performance enhancements to the Nikon NPL-302 Series pulse laser stations. The NPL-302 Series now offers a more stable initial measurement speed, and continous measurements are up to 36 percent faster in reflectorless mode. New measurement speeds (in seconds) for the NPL-302 Series are:
| Prism Mode | Reflectorless Mode |
| Precise | 1.6 (initial 2.6) | 1.6 (initial 3.5) |
| Normal | 0.6 (initial 2.2) | 0.8 (initial 3.2) |
"For surveyors working in applications where conventional prism-based total stations can’t be used, the NPL-302 Series has a proven reputation for speed and accuracy,” said Daryl Stewart, TDS marketing product manager. “With faster measurement speeds, the NPL-302 total stations now offer even greater productivity."
The NPL-302 Series is available in two models. The NPL-352 has two LCD displays and offers dual axis compensation; the NPL-332 has a single display and single axis compensation. Both total stations have an angular accuracy of 5" and use a Class 1 laser to measure points to ±(5+2 ppm x D) mm in precise mode.
The NPL-302 Series can be used with reflector sheets or a standard prism. With a single prism, it can measure up to 16,400 ft (5 km), ideal for large-scale survey applications. Two independent measurement keys allow surveyors to take measurements using both prism and reflectorless modes on the same job. Battery life ranges from 6.5 to 27 hours depending on the frequency of measurements.
Tripod Data Systems (TDS) develops hardware and software for mobile computing applications. TDS produces the rugged RangerTM and ReconTM 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 is also the U.S. distributor for Nikon total stations. TDS software has been the #1 choice of surveyors since 1995—more surveyors use Survey ProTM software than all other competitors’ software combined.¹
TDS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Trimble. The company is headquartered in Corvallis, Ore., and was founded in 1987. For more information about TDS, visit www.tdsway.com, e-mail 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, Survey Pro, Ranger and Recon are trademarks of Tripod Data Systems. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners.
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