Positioning Data Link (PDL) radio kits and communication products from Pacific Crest provide the critical connection between the GPS reference station and other GPS user equipment. Pacific Crest PDL units are compact, lightweight and power-efficient. The unique design of these units allows them to be mounted easily on all standard tripods and range poles.

Pacific Crest PDL radios are turnkey solutions for RTK data links that easily integrate with most major GPS OEM equipment. The data link features a 19,200 bps data rate and flexible transparent or packet-based protocol. Waterproof and all-weather operational, PDL modems, kits and accessories help you increase productivity in the field no matter where you are since they are compatible with GPS RTK equipment in North America. TDS quality service and support are available to stand behind these Pacific Crest PDL products.

Base kits
Base kits are available for both high and low power applications. Kits are ready to carry, set up, and enable a high precision radio link with your GPS system. Base kits include everything you need in one bundle, plus you can buy accessories and replacement parts. Kits sold by TDS (with 450-470 Mhz or 430-450 Mhz) are designed for use in the US and Canada.

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Repeater kits
PDL repeater products extend the reach of RTK GPS reference stations and provide excellent performance for all survey and machine control applications. PDL repeater kits sold by TDS are complete systems tailored specifically for RTK GPS, with 450-470 Mhz and 430-450 Mhz for use in the US and Canada.

Accessories and replacement parts
TDS Carries the complete line of accessories for Pacific Crest radio kits. Whether you need a Eurocard radio or want an additional carrying case, you can get it all from TDS. If something is left behind on a job or just wears out after years of use, it's great to know you have a source for replacment parts.

Rover kits
The PDL rover is a highly-sensitive radio receiver that connects directly to your RTK GPS rover station. It features fast data rates, multi-protocol compatibility and an internal lithium-ion battery that lasts 10 hours.

PDLRXO
The TDS Ranger 300X and 500X are available with a Pacific Crest PDLRXO radio embedded right in the data collector. You can start with a Ranger that includes the PDLRXO radio, or if you already have a Ranger X-Series data collector it can be retrofitted. The PDLRXO is an advanced, high speed, wireless radio designed specifically for GPS/RTK applications.