I am in the process of figuring out what GPS unit I want to upgrade to. Currently I have a Leica 500. Since the software has completely changed, there will be a learning curve with either system. I have not been able to find any information as to the ProMark being a compatible with a base station as well as being a network rover. The iRover has been upgraded recently and can is now compatible with a base station.
Any "real user" comments would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance.
ProMark 220 or iRover?
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desert turtoise
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Real user here
Hi Charlie,
I won't go into a lot of detail here since I am new to the Promark 220 as of a few months ago. My main interest was in a lightweight setup that would not require the second base unit. I honestly did not do much research on all the systems out there; I built up some confidence over the years with my local dealer and knew he could support me when needed.
For me, having to work with two units is a mistake in terms of security and theft. If you leave a unit alone, you can be lucky for a long time, but eventually it has to disappear just like any total station will.
The Promark does not work with radios; it uses the built-in cell phone card to access the network on-line. So it all depends on being lucky enough to have most jobs that are not in any "dead areas".
I have not seen any RTK systems that come close to the accuracy of careful work with my total station or my old T-2 theodolite. Only the post processing static receivers did that.
Someone said GPS is another tool in your toolbox to get the job done in light of field conditions out there.
I won't go into a lot of detail here since I am new to the Promark 220 as of a few months ago. My main interest was in a lightweight setup that would not require the second base unit. I honestly did not do much research on all the systems out there; I built up some confidence over the years with my local dealer and knew he could support me when needed.
For me, having to work with two units is a mistake in terms of security and theft. If you leave a unit alone, you can be lucky for a long time, but eventually it has to disappear just like any total station will.
The Promark does not work with radios; it uses the built-in cell phone card to access the network on-line. So it all depends on being lucky enough to have most jobs that are not in any "dead areas".
I have not seen any RTK systems that come close to the accuracy of careful work with my total station or my old T-2 theodolite. Only the post processing static receivers did that.
Someone said GPS is another tool in your toolbox to get the job done in light of field conditions out there.
desert tortoise