Multi-constellation GNSS receiver
The ProMark 500 rover and rover/base system offer GPS+GLONASS field-proven technologies for surveying and geodesy. This is a powerful RTK survey solution delivering precise GNSS positioning in a smart, rugged, cable-free and flexible design.

Advanced BLADE Technology
Embedded BLADE Technology introduces a unique patented way to use multiple GNSS constellations for high-accuracy positioning.  

• Short time-to-fix, and long-range RTK positioning
• Patented multi-constellation signal processing
• Use of SBAS and GLONASS ranging signals to strengthen the GPS solution
• Extended solution reliability in urban canyon and under tree canopy

The mix of exceptional RTK performance and compact design makes the ProMark 500 an extremely powerful and appealing RTK solution for demanding professional land surveyors.

All-in-one Flexibility
ProMark 500 includes extended wireless network communications modules, for maximum mobility and flexibility in the field.

• UHF and GSM/GPRS/EDGE built-incommunication modules
• Multiple operating modes and configurations
• Extended support of protocols and data formats
• Choice of state-of-the-art field terminals

Feature-rich Surveying Solution
ProMark 500 offer includes field and office software as well as field terminal choice to ensure you get a robust, ready-to-use, cable free RTK rover solution.

• FAST Survey field software simplifies data collection and real-time operation.
• GNSS Solutions office software provides powerful support to a wide range of applications.
• Real Time Data Server Software (RTDS) is a software offering land surveying companies the possibility of using GNSS equipment to build their own Direct IP RTK corrections server.

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Product specifications

• Constellation : GPS, GLONASS, SBAS
• Frequency : L1, L2
• Channels : 75
• Update Rate : 0.05 sec
• Data format : RTCM 3.1, ATOM, CMR (+), NMEA
• Raw data output : Yes
• Real-time Accuracy - RTK mode (HRMS) : 1 cm
• Real-time Accuracy - DGPS mode (HRMS) : < 30 cm
• Real-time Accuracy - SBAS mode (HRMS) : < 50 cm
• Post-Processed Accuracy (HRMS) : 0.3 cm + 0.5 ppm
• Time to first fix : 2 sec
• Initialization range : Up to 40 km
• Communications : UHF, GSM/GPRS, BT
• Unit size (mm / inches) : 228x188x84mm / 9x7.4x3.3in
• Weight : 1.4 kg / 3.1 lb
• Display : OLED
• Memory : 128 MB + USB
• Temp Min (°C) : -30°C / -22°F
• Temp Max (°C) : 55°C / 131°F
• Waterproof : Yes
• Shock & vibration : ETS300 019 & EN60945
• Power (type - lifetime) : 4600 mAh Li-Ion / > 7 hrs
• Antenna Type : Internal
• Firmware options : Yes
• Software options : Yes

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FAQ

ProMark 500

Q: What is the BLADE technology?

BLADE is Ashtech's proprietary, state-of-the-art Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) and Differential GNSS (DGNSS) engine that is the core GNSS data processing technology implemented in Ashtech products. BLADE contains patented techniques for the optimal combination of different GNSS signals. More info at: http://www.ashtech.com/en/products/technology.asp

 

Q: What is the exact number and allocation of channels in ProMark 500?

ProMark 500 has 75 channels available. Among these:

·        5 are dedicated to low-sensitivity acquisition and tracking for better signal detection in difficult environment

·        70 are dedicated to standard satellite tracking

Q: Is ProMark 500 Galileo and L5 compatible?

ProMark 500 is Galileo and L5 upgradeable. Its current antenna is already Galileo / L5 capable, and when sufficient Galileo / L5 signals are available to provide clear benefit to end-users, Ashtech will offer an upgrade kit to its current ProMark 500 customers.

 

Q: Which Ashtech field software should be used with the ProMark 500?

Ashtech FAST Survey field software should be used together with Ashtech field terminal in order to control ProMark 500. FAST Survey is advanced field software which includes topographic features, and provides extensive data formats and local coordinate system support.

 

Q: Which Ashtech office software should be used with the ProMark 500?

Ashtech GNSS Solutions office software should be used together to process data collected with ProMark 500. GNSS Solutions is a comprehensive software package that provides all the tools necessary to successfully process GNSS survey data.

 

Q: What are the data formats supported by a ProMark 500 rover?

The following formats are supported by ProMark 500 as a rover:

·        RTCM 2.3, RTCM 3.1 (including 1021-1023 messages)

·        CMR, CMR+

·        Ashtech proprietary format ATOM^TM

·        DBEN

·        NTRIP protocol

 

Q: What are the data formats output by ProMark 500 base?

ProMark 500 as a base can output data in the following formats:

·        RTCM 2.3, RTCM 3.1

·        CMR, CMR+

·        Ashtech proprietary format ATOM^TM

·        DBEN

·        NTRIP protocol

·        NMEA 0183

 

Q: Can ATOM be converted to RINEX?

Yes. A new RINEX Converter tool is available, which supports the ATOM format and new versions of RINEX.

 

Q: How can I upgrade the ProMark 500 firmware and related software?

New ProMark 500 firmware versions or related software such as FAST Survey or GNSS Solutions are periodically made available, on the Ashtech FTP server: ftp.ashtech.com. Release notes including upgrade instructions can be found there as well.