NOTE: This package, 990586-04, contains the MobileMapper CX receiver with a license for ESRI ArcPad software.
The Magellan MobileMapper CX is a highly flexible, accurate, affordable and rugged handheld GPS receiver for universal GIS use. Compatible with Windows CE based GIS applications; the MobileMapper CX provides real-time sub-meter and even sub-foot accuracy in post-processing. An open platform design with embedded Microsoft Windows CE .NET 5.0, MobileMapper CE supports off-the-shelf Windows CE software for GIS and many other mobile mapping applications.
What is the difference between MobileMapper CX and MobileMapper CE?
The most visible difference is the physical lay-out: MobilerMapper CX has a different housing and keypad, but keeps the same LCD display, I/O connections and rugged characteristics. Moreover, the MobileMapper CX operating system has been upgraded to Windows CE .NET 5.0 version while MobileMapper CE runs Windows CE .NET 4.2. MobileMapper CX supports extended SD card capacity (up to 4GB), and provides compatibility to a specific Wi-Fi accessory. Finally, the MobileMapper CX platform will be compatible with Magellan's own Mobile Mapping (GIS) application as well as a larger choice of 3rd party applications.
MobileMapper CX: the Next Generation for GIS
Support of wireless technologies (Bluetooth and WLAN), DGPS networking capabilities, huge storage capability, field-replaceable all-day battery, built-in alphanumeric keypad, and a design that can withstand extreme outdoor conditions ensures that the MobileMapper CX delivers uncompromised performance and productivity.
High performance features:
- Real-time sub-meter and sub-foot post-processed GPS accuracy
- Open platform based on Windows CE .NET 5.0
- Multiple DGPS modes: SBAS, Beacon, NTRIP, RTCM
- Support of Bluetooth and WLAN technologies
- Removable SD card memory (up to 4 GB)
- Rugged and waterproof design
- Field replaceable all-day battery
- Built-in alphanumeric keypad
The MobileMapper CX Advantage
- Flexibility: An open platform design allows you to use the MobileMapper CX with Magellan's Mobile Mapping software or a number of supported GIS applications provided by our authorized business partners.
- Accuracy: Multiple DGPS modes and configurations insure that accurate positioning is always a possibility. Real time sub-meter accuracy is now a reality with the MobileMapper CX and sub-foot accuracy is attainable in post-processing.
- Affordability: At almost half the price of comparable GPS/GIS units in the market, the MobileMapper CX gives you the freedom to equip your team with a complete GPS/GIS solution.
- Ruggedness: Rough weather and falls are no match for the MobileMapper CX. With its rubberized casing and resistance to water you can use it anywhere, anytime.
ArcPad for Mobile GIS and Field Mapping Applications
Mobile computing is creating fundamental changes by adding the ability to take GIS data and tools with you into the field and interact directly with the world around you. Mobile GIS comprises the integration of a number of technologies:
- GIS
- Mobile hardware in the form of lightweight devices and ruggedized field PCs
- GPS
- Wireless communications for Internet GIS access
ArcPad is software for mobile GIS applications and tasks. ArcPad provides mapping, GIS, and GPS integration to field users via handheld and mobile devices. Data collection with ArcPad is fast and easy and improves field-based data validation and availability.
Why Use ArcPad?
Traditionally, the process of field data collection and editing has been time-consuming and error-prone. Geographic data traveled into the field in the form of paper maps. Field edits were performed using sketches and notes on paper maps and clipboards. Once back in the office, these field edits were deciphered and manually entered into the GIS database. The result has been that GIS data has often not been as up-to-date or as accurate as it should have been. Consequently, GIS analysis and decisions have been delayed.
Recent developments in mobile technologies have enabled GIS information to be taken into the field as digital maps on compact, powerful mobile computers, providing field access to enterprise geographic information. This enables organizations to add real-time (and near real-time) information to their enterprise database and applications, speeding up analysis, display, and decision making by using up-to-date, more accurate spatial data.
What's New in ArcPad 7
At version 7, ArcPad expands the capabilities of mobile GIS applications with new features that dramatically improve the productivity of working with spatial data in the field. ArcPad provides field-based personnel with the ability to capture, store, update, manipulate, analyze, and display geographic information. ArcPad 7 offers enhancements in the areas of performance, ease of use, productivity, enterprise GIS integration and customization.
New features include:
- Quicker access and loading of spatial data
- Support for ArcGIS symbology and style sheets
- Advanced editing tools, including offsets, repeated attributes, segmented line features, snapping, and undo
- Integrated support for rangefinders and digital cameras
- Support for freehand marking and taking notes on maps
- Usability enhancements that streamline connecting a GPS and creating custom input forms
- Support for new raster data formats: JPEG2000, TIFF, MrSID MG3, and GIF
- Simple form customization within ArcPad
Who Uses ArcPad?
Many field-based tasks utilize geographic information that has benefited from the increased efficiency and accuracy of mobile GIS including:
- Asset inventory, which usually requires field data collection or mapping
- Asset maintenance, which usually requires updates to attribute information and geometry of GIS features
- Inspections, typically involving field assets or legal code compliance
- Incident reporting - for example, spatially recording accidents or events
- GIS analysis and decision making
These field-based tasks are common to many GIS applications, such as utility inspections and maintenance, mapping of natural resources, mineral exploration, recording of accidents, inspection of compliance to local government codes, mapping of wildfires, and many more.
Which MobileMapper CX package is for me?
There are currently six flavors of MMCX available for customers. To actually record your GIS data, you'll need a software system. The Mobile Mapper CX is compatible with pretty much any application that works with Windows CE. If you have existing software or are creating your own, the MobileMapper CX handheld only package (990586-01, click here) is the one for you. If you need software, Tiger GPS offers two dynamic solutions: the MMCX bundled with Magellan Mobile Mapping software or the MMCX bundled with ESRI ArcPad. Which of course leads to the question:
What's the difference between the Mobile Mapping Application and ESRI ArcPad?
Magellan's Mobile Mapping application is easier to use in the field, and is bundled with MobileMapper Office software, which supports import/export of common GIS files, SHP, MIF and DXF. ArcPad has more functionality with better symbology and graphics options, including support for much tighter zoom potential (the Mobile Mapping application only allows the user to zoom into a 10 ft area). ArcPad supports high-resolution MrSID imagery, which many customers use for background imagery, whereas the MM application does not, but has JPEG2000 support. The Magellan Mobile Mapping Application is well-suited for entry-level GIS people but supports ESRI datasets too; a person with limited GPS knowledge and technical ability can learn and use Magellan's software in a matter of minutes in the field, whereas a more advanced user will find ArcPad more suited to their needs. To see if ArcPad is for you, visit www.arcpad.com (click here) to download a free trial version.
There's also the option add post-processing to the software. The post-processing option allows the user to record a separate data string on the unit and compare it to known reference points on the PC, to improve accuracy. While the MobileMapper CX typically provides sub-meter accuracy in real-time, post-processing can take it down to sub-foot!
Therefore, one can choose from the MobileMapper CX with Mobile Mapping Bundle (990586-02, click here), and add post-processing (990586-03, click here); or the MobileMapper CX with ArcPad Bundle (990586-04, click here), and add post-processing (990586-05, click here).
There's also a special package consisting of MobileMapper CX and GPSDifferential, the post-processing program for ArcPad, without an actual ArcPad license (990586-08, click here). This option is ideal for users who already have ArcPad and/or other ArcGIS software but want to add post-processing with the unit.
MobileMapper CX Applications:
- Natural Resources/ Environment: A highly sensitive GPS receiver means you will get high performance even in dense canopy cover. Area and boundary mapping is easy with intuitive mapping applications. Wetland delineation, environmental protection or land parcel measurements are easily and accurately completed in the field with the MobileMapper CX.
- Oil and Gas: In conditions that are not always the most pleasant the MobileMapper CX stands up and performs without problem. Field mapping is made simple with the wide array of software applications and the easy to use controls. Its rugged enough to get dirty right along side you.
- Utilities and Local Government Agencies: Connecting field and office GIS is made easy with the MobileMapper CX. Modifications to GIS files are easily made in the field and updated in the office. Managing assets is made simple and precise. With added vehicle navigation entire job routes can be calculated and executed making efficient use of time.
- Agriculture: Ideally suited for agricultural applications, MobileMapper CX gives you the power to make accurate area and boundary measurements on native, fallow or cultivated parcels of land. MobileMapper CX is an excellent tool for mapping fields that may be eligible for subsidies such as European Union aid payment or US crop insurance.
- Public safety: The rugged exterior and versality of software applications make MobileMapper CX the first choice for Public Safety planning. Creation of first-response plans, mapping fire boundaries, crime location, disease incidence and storm damage mapping are conveniently done with one simple tool.
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Technical Specifications:
GPS Characteristics
- 14 parallel channels
- Integrated SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS)
- L1 C/A code and carrier
- Update rate: 1 Hz
- Protocol: NMEA 0183 v 3.0
- RTCM SC-104 version 2.3 (9.2 & 1.2)
Accuracy Specifications
Real-Time Performance (RMS)
- Sub-meter accuracy with SBAS, Beacon, NTRIP, Direct IP or other RTCM corrections
- Accuracy assumes open sky environment, #SVs > 5 and PDOP < 4
Post-processing Performance (RMS)
- Sub-foot accuracy (30 cm)
- Assuming GPSDifferential Module and GPS precision antenna are used for raw data capturing
Operating System
- Microsoft Windows CE .NET 5.0
- ARM920T based processor
- GPS Utilities - provides initialization and setup, mission planning and configuration of optional beacon differential receiver
- Bluetooth Manager - full-featured Bluetooth connectivity configuration utility
- Microsoft WordPad, Internet Explorer, Windows Explorer, Terminal, ActiveSync, Windows Media Player and Inbox
- Microsoft File Viewers: Excel, Word and Image Viewers
- Inbox - e-mail client
- Wireless LAN Driver(3)
Physical Characteristics
Size and Weight
- Size: 19.5 cm x 9 cm x 4.6 cm
- (7.7 x 3.5 in x 7.7 in x 1.8 in)
- Weight: 0.48 kg (1.05 lb) with battery
User Interface
- Full color, daylight readable, advanced TFT liquid crystal display (LCD) with backlight
- 320 x 240 pixels resolution with 262,144 colors
- Resistive touch panel
- Alphanumeric keyboard with backlight: 18 buttons
- Audio: built-in loud speaker
Memory
- 128 MB SDRAM, 128 MB NAND Flash memory
- Removable SD card memory: up to 4 GB (non-HC SD)
Interface
- Integrated Bluetooth wireless technology
- Specification 1.2 compliant
- Point-to-point and point-to-multipoint
- Profiles: serial port, OBEX, dial-up networking
- Lemo coaxial external antenna connector
- USB: host and slave
- RS232
Environmental Characteristics
- Operating Temp: -10°C to 60°C (14°F to 140°F)
- Storage Temp: -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
- Weather: IP 54 Standard
- Shock: 1.5 m (4.9 ft) drop to concrete
Power Characteristics
- Battery type: 3.7 V lithium-ion, 3900 mAh
- Battery life: 8 hour run-time with GPS
- Removable, rechargeable battery
- External power port for extended operation time
Language Support
- Microsoft Windows CE operating system language support such as English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, simplified Chinese and Japanese
Emissions Certification
- Immunity (EN 55022 Class B)
- Susceptibility (EN 50082-1)
- FCC and CE certified
