DATASHEET

KEY FEATURES

Real-time H-Star technology for

decimeter to subfoot accuracy in
the field
High-resolution VGA display for
crisp and clear map viewing
Bluetooth and wireless LAN
connectivity options
1 GB onboard storage plus SD slot
for removable cards
Windows Mobile version 6
operating system
Rugged handheld with
all-day battery

GeoXH
handheld

YOUR ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR HIGH-ACCURACY ASSET MANAGEMENT

For high-accuracy GIS data collection and
asset relocation, the Trimble GeoXH
handheld is the ultimate integrated
solution . Engineered with H-Star
technology, the GeoXH handheld delivers
decimeter (10 cm) to subfoot (30 cm)
accuracy when you need it, making it the
ideal device for electric and gas utilities,
water and wastewater services, land reform
projects, and other applications where
on-the-spot positioning is crucial .
The unique GeoExplorer 2008 series
combines a Trimble GPS receiver with a
rugged handheld computer, built for all-day
use and packed with connectivity options .
Technology this clever has never been more
convenient .
Subfoot accuracy when you need it
When your GIS database requires the
highest levels of accuracy, the GeoXH
handheld is the answer . Using revolutionary
Trimble H-Star technology, the GeoXH
handheld delivers real-time subfoot
(30 cm) accuracy with the internal antenna,
and decimeter (10 cm) accuracy with
an optional Zephyr external antenna .
Back-office data processing is eliminated,
streamlining asset inventories and as-built
mapping jobs .
Need to relocate assets in the field? The
GeoXH handheld has you covered . Buried
and hidden assets can be tracked down
with ease, as the real-time high accuracy
gets you straight to the point . Cables and
pipes can be excavated without wasted
effort or risk of damage to nearby assets .
Packed full of power
With a powerful 520 MHz processor,
128 MB RAM, and 1 GB of onboard storage,
the GeoXH handheld is a high performance
device designed to work as hard as you do .
The handheld gives you all the power you
need to work with maps and large data sets
in the field, and its high resolution VGA
display allows for crisp and clear viewing
of your data .
The GeoXH handheld is powered by the
industry-standard Windows Mobile version
6 operating system so you can choose a
software solution designed for your field
requirements, whether off-the-shelf or
purpose-built .

The Windows Mobile 6 operating system

includes familiar Microsoft software,
including Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and
Outlook Mobile, giving you all the tools
you need for a seamless exchange of data
between the field and the office .
Get the data you need, when you need it
With the GeoXH handheld you have the
flexibility to work exactly the way you
want to . Use the built-in wireless LAN
connection to access your organizations
secure network and get the most up-todate information . And with Bluetooth
wireless technology, the GeoXH handheld
offers wireless connection to a Bluetoothenabled cellular phone for access to the
Internet to receive real-time corrections
from a VRS network and background map
data . You can also wirelessly connect to
other devices such as Bluetooth-enabled
laser rangefinders and barcode scanners for
convenient cable-free solutions that keep
you productive in the field .
Built for the field
The GeoXH handheld has an integrated
battery, good for a full days work; simply
charge the battery overnight and youre
ready to go again . The GeoXH handheld
will last the distance, and its rugged design
can take a lot of punishment . Rain, hail or
shine, its built to keep working, whatever
the weather throws at you .
When accuracy is critical
Rugged design and powerful functionality
are the hallmarks of the GeoExplorer series .
And now with H-Star technology providing
decimeter to subfoot accuracy in real time,
the 2008 series GeoXH handheld is your
ultimate solution for high-accuracy asset
management .
When accuracy is critical, the GeoXH
handheld deliverswith unprecedented
efficiency and reliability, when and where
you need it .

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STANDARD FEATURES

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

System

Physical

Windows Mobile 6 (Classic edition)

VGA display (480 x 640), sunlight-readable color touchscreen
Integrated Bluetooth 1.2 wireless technology
Integrated 802.11b/g wireless LAN
Ergonomic cable-free handheld
Rugged and water-resistant design
All-day internally rechargeable Li-ion battery
Marvell 520 MHz XScale processor
128 MB RAM
1 GB non-volatile Flash data storage
Sealed SD/SDHC card slot
Integrated speaker and microphone

GPS

Integrated high-performance GPS/SBAS receiver and L1/L2 antenna

H-Star technology for subfoot (30 cm) real-time or postprocessed accuracy
Decimeter (10 cm) accuracy with an optional external Zephyr antenna
RTCM and CMR real-time correction support
TSIP and NMEA2 protocol support
EVEREST multipath rejection technology
1

Standard Software

GPS Controller for control of integrated GPS and in-field mission planning
GPS Connector for connecting integrated GPS to external ports
Microsoft Office Mobile
Transcriber (handwriting recognition)

Standard Accessories

Support module
AC Power supply with International adapter kit
USB data cable
Stylus (x 2)
Screen protectors (2-pack)
Quick Start Guide
Getting Started CD
Hand strap
Pouch

OPTIONAL FEATURES
Optional Software

TerraSync software
Trimble GPScorrect extension for ESRI ArcPad software
GPS Pathfinder Tools Software Development Kit (SDK)
GPS Pathfinder Office software
Trimble GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS software
TrimPix software for wireless camera support. Download from
www.trimble.com/trimpix.asp

Optional Accessories

Power/serial clip (9-pin RS-232 serial connector and power input)

Vehicle power adaptor3
Li-ion external power kit3
Null modem cable3
Backpack kit
Hard carry case
Zephyr antenna kit
2 meter range pole
Range pole bracket
GeoBeacon receiver
Anti-glare screen protectors (2-pack)

2008, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved. Trimble, the Globe & Triangle logo, GeoExplorer, and GPS
Pathfinder are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited, registered in the United States and in other countries.
EVEREST, GeoBeacon, GeoXH, GPS Analyst, GPScorrect, H-Star, TerraSync, TrimPix, VRS, and Zephyr are trademarks of
Trimble Navigation Limited. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of such marks by Trimble Navigation Limited is under license. Microsoft, Outlook, and Windows Mobile are either
registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners. PN 022501-162 (05/08)

Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21.5 cm 9.9 cm 7.7 cm (8.5 in 3.9 in 3.0 in)

Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.81 kg (1.79 lbs) with battery
Processor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 520 MHz Marvell PXA-270 XScale processor
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 MB RAM and 1 GB internal Flash storage
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal 7500 mAh lithium-ion

27.8 Watt-hours, rechargeable in unit
Power usage
Low (no GPS or backlight). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8 Watts
Normal (with GPS and backlight4). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 Watts
High (with GPS, backlight4, Bluetooth, and wireless LAN)5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3 Watts

Environmental

Operating temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 C to +60 C (4 F to 140 F)

Storage temperature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 C to +70 C (22 F to 158 F)
Casing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heavy wind-driven rain and dust-resistant per IP 55 standard

Slip-resistant grip, shock and vibration resistant
Drop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.9 m (3 ft) MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5, Procedure IV

Input/Output

Expansion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SD card slot (SD or SDHC storage cards)

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8.9 cm (3.5 in) VGA (480 x 640 pixel) TFT, 16 bit (65,536) colors

LED backlight
Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Touch screen, 10 hardware control keys, power status LED

Audio system events, warnings, and notifications

Soft Input Panel (SIP) virtual keyboard and handwriting recognition software
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Microphone and speaker, record and playback utilities
I/O. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . USB 1.1 client via support module

Serial via optional 9-pin RS-232 power/serial clip adaptor
Radios6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bluetooth 1.2, Wireless LAN 802.11b/g

GPS

Channels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 (12 L1 code and carrier, 12 L2 carrier, 2 SBAS)

Integrated real-time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SBAS1 (dual-channel tracking)
Update rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Hz
Time to first fix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 seconds (typical)
Protocols
Data output. . . . . . . . . . TSIP, NMEA-0183 v3.0 (GGA, VTG, GLL, GSA, ZDA, GSV, RMC)2
.Real-time corrections. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RTCM 2.x, RTCM 3.0, CMR, CMR+

Accuracy (HRMS)7 after differential correction

Real-time positioning
.H-Star8 with internal antenna (within a VRS network, or <80 km). . . .Subfoot (30 cm)
H-Star8 with optional Zephyr antenna
Short baseline (within a VRS network, or <30 km). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 cm
Long baseline (3080 km). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Subfoot (30 cm)
.Code corrections (SBAS1 or external correction source). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Submeter
Postprocessed positioning
.H-Star8 with internal antenna (<80 km, or 3 bases within 200 km). . . Subfoot (30 cm)
.H-Star8 with optional Zephyr antenna
Short baseline (<30 km). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 cm
Long baseline (3080 km, or 3 bases within 200 km). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 cm
.Code postprocessed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Submeter
1 SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation System). Includes WAAS available in North America only,
EGNOS available in Europe only, and MSAS available in Japan only.
2 NMEA output of real-time H-Star corrected data is not supported.
3 Power/serial clip also required.
4 With backlight at default setting (50% brightness).
5 Power draw will vary depending on radio usage.
6 Bluetooth and wireless LAN type approvals are country specific. GeoExplorer 2008 series
handhelds have Bluetooth and wireless LAN approval in the U.S. and in most European
countries. For further information please consult your local reseller.
7 Horizontal Root Mean Squared accuracy, 1-sigma (63%). Requires data to be collected with
minimum of 5 satellites, maximum PDOP of 6, minimum SNR of 39 dBHz, minimum elevation
of 15 degrees, and reasonable multipath conditions. Ionospheric disturbances, multipath signals
or obstruction of the sky by buildings or tree canopy may degrade precision by interfering with
signal reception. Except when using VRS corrections, accuracy varies with proximity to base
station by +1 ppm for postprocessing and real-time.
8 H-Star specified accuracy is typically achieved within 2 minutes. Requires data to be collected
using Trimble field software.
Specifications subject to change without notice.

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