The DC50 Assistant runs the same software as the DC50. The design team personally uses the software daily for licensed surveying work. We are our own harshest critics - and it shows! Every aspect of this system has been polished to give you the best experience possible.
The DC50 Assistant features a full keyboard with legendary HP calculator quality. Our unique work flow gives you single touch access to all main collection functions. For example, a single shot will trigger a sideshot at any time. You can immediately perform an offset by pressing a second key. Press a third to perform a stakeout shot. Digging through menus is a waste of valuable time. Don't let other devices waste yours.
We recognize that customization is key to getting the most out of your crew. The DC50 Assistant allows you full access to easy keyboard customization commands. In addition, we are the ONLY modern data collector which allows you to easily write custom routines for integration with our system.
Don't feel like writing your own programs? Other users are already posting their routines online. In addition, there is a vast library of software online that does everything from adding spreadsheet capabilities to personal organizers.
Part of the ease of learning the DC50 Assistant operation comes from our use of consistent interfaces throughout the program. We use easy to learn icon menus for access to certain calculation routines and configuration areas. For calculations with lots of input, we use informative data entry screens. Then subsequent calculations can be done using one touch menu functions.
Our software is completely integrated with the most powerful hand held calculator ever built. You always have access to its powerful calculation capabilities. You can perform math functions in any field, anywhere! Power users love the flexibility offered; others love the ease of use - make everyone happy.
The DC50 Assistant features a wide array of tool and COGO utilities needed to get your job done. We offer all the standard features found in other systems, as well as unique things such as geodetic calculations, quick unit conversions, and access to a powerful equation solver.
Everything comes down to speed and accuracy. The DC50 Assistant is designed to complement the DC50 data collector. You can even exchange data between them at the touch of a button. Many of our users are reporting that the party chief loves using the Assistant to calculate on the jobsite. Then, once everything is calculated, they simply dump the data to the crew already hard at work! We are so confident that you will love our system, you have 30 complete days to try it out. If you are not satisfied, return it for a complete refund.
The DC50 Assistant uses human readable, industry standard formats for data storage. This means you most likely already have support for our data without the need for any additional software or transfer utilities.
You can easily exchange data with the full DC50 with just two keystrokes. This means the data collector doesn't need to be tied up while waiting for a calculation or two. End result? Faster work.
Coordinates
Coordinates are stored in a plain ASC text file editable by anything. Most CAD packages can natively use plain text, or have plugins avaiable. Here is an example of the ASC files generated by the DC50 Assistant:
1,5000,5000,500,CONTROL
2,5100,5000,500,CONTROL
3,4994.08389935,5028.53954849,499.987273402,SET SMAW
4,5021.25538098,5010.88616199,500.260120957,FND TBAR
5,5049.15547557,5025.17548241,500.164010433,SET N+T
6,4999.99631616,4999.99610467,499.949381098,CHK 1
7,5021.24453019,5010.88144882,500.235602692,CHK 4
8,5048.49587774,4993.16699801,500.063535887,SET N+T
9,5049.15301305,5025.17563283,500.139360524,CHK 5
10,5019.65800366,5009.66533332,500.613091487,SET NAIL
11,5022.45081863,5009.29313448,500.6284406,SET NAIL
12,5022.825398,5012.11222167,500.636182632,SET NAIL
13,5020.03998416,5012.46627516,500.625690554,SET NAIL
14,4976.57210704,5027.10367354,499.719723251,EP
15,5001.77519312,5033.64495062,500.078564905,EP
Raw Data
Raw data is stored in the standard RW5 format. This format is another very well supported file format usable in most CAD systems. Here is an example of the RW5 file exported by the DC50 Assistant:
SS,OP3,FP29,AR264.3302,ZE92.121,SD25.57,--EP
SS,OP3,FP30,AR226.1119,ZE92.2455,SD33.4,--EP
SP,PN32,N 5100.,E 5000.,EL100.,--CONTROL
SP,PN31,N 5000.,E 5000.,EL100.,--CONTROL
LS,HI5.61,HR4.84
OC,OP31,N 5000.,E 5000.,EL100.,--CONTROL
BK,OP31,BP32,BS0.,BC0.
--LOADED TO INSTRUMENT BS ANGLE OF 0.
RD,BD 1:359.5959
RD,FD 1:140.4419
RD,ZD 1:91.2102
MD,SD 1:43.66
RD,BV 2:179.5946
RD,FV 2:320.4404
RD,ZV 2:268.3918
MD,SD 2:43.66
SS,OP31,FP33,AR140.4419,ZE91.2052,SD43.66,--SET FORM
RD,BD 1:0.
RD,FD 1:92.1621
RD,ZD 1:92.0307
MD,SD 1:30.245
RD,BV 2:179.5939
RD,FV 2:272.1601
RD,ZV 2:267.5708
MD,SD 2:30.245
SS,OP31,FP34,AR92.16215,ZE92.02595,SD30.245,--FND TBAR
Memory
Data storage on the DC50 Assistant is very secure. All data is saved onto a secure digital memory card. You may already have several of these in your house being used in digital cameras or MP3 players.
The DC50 Assistant can use SD cards up to 2 gigabytes in size. This means that you have enough storage space to store your entire life's work several times over. These SD cards are exceptionally rugged and will protect your valuable data.
File transfers are completely problem free. Simply place the SD card in your computer and then drag and drop your files. You can even transfer entire jobs between crews out in the field in seconds with only two keystrokes!
It is our personal goal to provide the best support available. We do this by offering direct phone support. You can actually call and talk to the person who designed and wrote the software for your unit. There aren't many companies left that offer that "old-time" personal support.
We also have the fastest repair in the industry. Should your unit be damaged, we can mail a replacement overnight if needed. Meaning you don't have to spend money renting a unit for a month while yours is getting fixed.
Due to the modular nature of the DC50, individual parts can be replaced very easily. John spent over $3000 and 3 months waiting for his broken "former" data collector to return. If you'd broken the screen like that on a DC50, repairs would have been completed within a day or two, and cost $150.
If you were to completely destroy your DC50 through a rather unfortunate accident involving an airplane, two llamas and a troop of circus clowns, total repair cost would probably be about $700.
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