Ashtech FT-1 Field Terminal

Rugged Field Terminal Powered by Ashtech FAST Survey Software

Ashtech FT-1 Field Terminal

The Ashtech FT-1 field terminal is a rugged and easy-to-use hardware platform that enables fast and efficient GNSS data collection. Delivered as standard with the Ashtech FAST Survey field software, the FT-1 provides full control over your GNSS survey receiver, for every kind of survey jobs. Its robust alphanumeric keyboard and touch screen features allow rapid data entry in all weather conditions. Ashtech FT-1 field terminal is definitely made for the field and designed to withstand harsh environments:

■ Completely ruggedized: IP67 water & dust resistant; magnesium housing – a full metal jacket

■ Extended memory: Up to 1 gigabyte with optional memory expansion

■ Compact/convenient connections: 2 styles of USB connection located on top for convenience

■ Easy to hold, easy to use: Very lightweight! Keys’ size & location optimized for precise handling

■ Back lit control keys: Easily seen when quick command keys are activated

■ Longer battery life: 8-10 hours standard with option to add second battery

The Ashtech FT-1 field terminal is pre-loaded with the state-of-the-art Ashtech FAST Survey field software. It also includes a Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system as well as standard wireless communications such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for cable-free survey configuration.

Powerful FAST Survey Field Software

The advanced FAST Survey field software meets the most demanding survey requirements. It includes topographic features typically associated with dual-frequency GNSS data collection, and provides extensive formats and local coordinate system support. Added options make it possible to interoperate with a wide range of instruments and accessories to run complete survey jobs, including site calibration, stake out, and survey projects where total stations are used.

Key Features

■ Extremely rugged

■ Robust alphanumeric keyboard for productive data entry

■ Powerful FAST Survey software

■ Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system

■ Built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity

■ All-day battery life

■ Outdoor readable color display

Processor■■ PXA 270■■ Frequency clock: 624 MHz

Operating System■■ Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 ■■ Languages available: English, Portuguese,

Spanish 1

■■ Software package includes:- Internet Explorer- E-mail client- Microsoft Office Mobile- CPU speed switch utility (sets processor

clock speed to conserve battery)- Transcriber (handwriting recognition)- ActiveSync- Alphanumeric virtual keyboard

Communication

Bluetooth■■ Bluetooth 2.0 with EDR, A2DP supported

WiFi■■ Wireless LAN 802.11b/g

Serial interface■■ RSD-232 9 pin D: two DB-9

USB■■ Mini USB Client & Full-size USB Host

Physical Characteristics

Size■■ 260x127x38 mm (10.2x5.0x1.5 in)

Weight■■ 0.9 kg (1.9 lb)

User Interface

Keyboard■■ Number of keys: 52■■ Physical keyboard: 10 numeric and

26 alpha keys■■ 9-way navigation■■ 10 command / modifier keys: Shift, Tab,

Control, 2nd, Escape, Alt, Space, Backspace, Delete, Enter

■■ Left & Right soft and function keys■■ Windows key: displays the Start menu■■ Power key■■ Backlit control keys: Alt-yellow, 2nd-blue,

Control-green, Shift-red■■ LED enunciators■■ Notifications: 2 – one LED displays

changing status and the second one can be programmed by the application software

Display■■ Type: color TFT ■■ Resolution: QVGA (320x240 pixels)■■ Size: 3.5”■■ Orientation: landscape■■ Touchscreen: yes (including ability to disable

touchscreen from keyboard)

Memory■■ SDRAM: 128 MB ■■ User data storage: 1 GB NAND Flash

(non volatile) ■■ MicroSD memory card slot

Environmental Characteristics■■ Operating temperature: -20° to +50°C

(-4 to 122°F)■■ Storage temperature: -30° to +60°C

(-22 to 140°F)■■ Humidity: MIL-STD-810F

(designed to this standard)■■ Water & dust resistance: IP67■■ Shock resistance: MIL-STD-810F

(designed to withstand 5-foot drop onto concrete)

Power Characteristics■■ Removable battery: Li-Ion, 3900mAh■■ Battery life: 8-10 hrs 2 ■■ Possibility to add a second battery pack

Software ■■ FAST Survey, GNSS license

Standard Accessories■■ Charging plug■■ Field pole clam and bracket■■ USB data cable■■ Handstrap■■ Full size stylus■■ Tripod hook■■ Hard case

(1) Loaded at the time of purchase – no further OS language modification is possible

(2) With backlight on and no BT or WLAN used. Varies with temperature.

Ashtech FT-1 Field Terminal Technical Specifications

Survey Solutions Contact Information:In USA +1 408 572 1103 ■ Fax +1 408 572 1199In South America +1 305 726 7813 Email surveysales@ashtech.com

In France +33 2 28 09 38 00 ■ Fax +33 2 28 09 39 39In Russia +7 495 980 5400 ■ Fax +7 495 981 4840Email surveysalesemea@ashtech.com

In Singapore +65 9838 4229 ■ Fax +65 6777 9881In China +86 10 5802 5174 ■ Fax +86 10 5802 5135 Email surveysalesapac@ashtech.comwww.ashtech.com

Ashtech follows a policy of continuous product improvement; specifications and descriptions are thus subject to change without notice. Please contact Ashtech for the latest product information ©2010 Ashtech LLC. All rights reserved. The Ashtech logo and FAST Survey are trademarks of Ashtech LLC. All other product and brand names are trademarks of their respective holders. Rev (October 2010)