ashtech HDS800, Reference Manual

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Chapter 1. Receiver Description
What is HDS800?
Congratulations! You have just acquired the latest HDS800
GNSS receiver from Ashtech!
GNSS have revolutionized control surveys, topographic data
collection, construction surveying, marine surveying and
machine guidance and control. Purchasing the right tools for
a professional job is essential in today's competitive business
environment. Learning to put these tools to work quickly and
efficiently will be the focus of this manual.
HDS800 is a powerful positioning solution that delivers state-
of-the-art RTK + Heading measurements in a rugged, highly
integrated receiver design. Embedded Z-Blade GNSS centric
technology uses all available GNSS signals equally, without
any constellation preference, to deliver fast and stable RTK +
Heading solutions..
With over 25 years of field-proven Ashtech GNSS
technologies, the HDS800 is made to withstand harsh
environments and give you maximum fl exibility in the field.
Z-Blade long-range RTK capability, leading GNSS Heading
algorithms and UHF expertise allow you to increase
productivity.
• Rugged design for demanding work environments
• Fast initialization and centimeter accuracy at long-range
• Hot-Standby RTK feature automatically selects the best
available position
• Dependable H Pitch/Roll measurements with
baseline auto-calibration
• Advanced multi-path mitigation and robust signal tracking
for maximum data reliability
• Unique Z-Blade technology for outstanding GNSS
performance in harsh environments
• Unique built-in communication features, including 3.5G
modem and Pacifi c Crest ADL Foundation TRx.