The Carlson RTk5+ is a ruggedized Windows data collector with an advanced, built-in GNSS solution featuring Carlson’s RTK engine, Gama. Designed for surveying, stake-out, construction layout and GIS mapping, the RTk5+ is bundled with Carlson SurvPC field software and comes standard with a 3-year NO-FAULT warranty to protect you from the unforeseen.
POWERFUL GNSS CAPABILITIES • Advanced multi-frequency, multi-constellation (GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS) RTK GNSS performance • Carlson’s Gama RTK engine provides the highest level of certainty
PERFORMANCE • Powerful Windows 11 for office-to-field use • Plenty of memory - 16 GB RAM & 512 GB flash storage
EXPANDABLE BATTERY • All-day battery runs 10+ hours for minimal downtime • Optional 15+ hour battery • 5-minute hot swap Powered By
WARRANTY • 3-year no-fault warranty3
A SUPERIOR FIELD SOLUTION • Balanced & ergonomic; 25+% lighter than typical GNSS setups – 6 lbs (2.7 kg) with tablet, cradle, pole, and antenna • Gather live, centimeter-level positions directly into an Esri database with zero post processing • Operate handheld without a pole (only 2.6 lbs/1.18 kg) using a direct-connect helix antenna for fast GIS work with cm-level accuracy • Long Range Bluetooth®, Dual-band Wi-Fi®, USB 3.0 connectivity, 4G LTE (GSM)
FIELD-TESTED RUGGED • Operates in extreme temperatures from 14F to 122F (-10° C to 50° C) • Dustproof & water resistant (IP65 rating) • Designed to MIL-STD-810G for ultra-ruggedness HIGH-VISIBILITY DISPLAY • • Large, 8-inch display for easy viewing 800 nits (cd2/M) brightness provides extraordinary visibility • Capacitive touch screen with digital pen support
RTK5+ Network Rover System
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GNSS (RTk5+ only)
• Carlson’s next-generation Gama RTK engine
• Multi-Frequency
• Multi-Constellation (GPS + GLONASS + Galileo + BeiDou + QZSS)
• RTK1,2
• Horizontal accuracy: 0.008 m + 1 ppm
• Vertical accuracy: 0.011 m + 1 ppm
• Update rate up to 5 Hz
• Convergence time: < 10 sec
• Initialization Time
• Cold starts 24 s
• Reacquisition 2 sPROCESSOR
• Intel® Core® N250 4-CoreOPERATING SYSTEM
• Microsoft® Windows 11 IoT NTSC
• Multiple languages supported (English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese)MEMORY AND DATA STORAGE
• 16 GB RAM
• 512 GB flash storage
• User-accessible smart card readerGRAPHICS
• Intel® HD GraphicsDISPLAY
• Active viewing area: 8” (203 mm)
• Resolution: WXGA (1280 x 800)
• High-visibility backlit LCD for sunlight viewability
• Portrait or landscape orientation with automatic screen rotationTOUCH SCREEN
• Projected capacitive multi-touch interface for use with gloves, small tip stylus, and in wet conditionsPHYSICAL KEYS
• LED backlight adjustment keys
• Windows/home key
• Power button
• 2 trigger buttons
• 4 programmable buttonsPORTS
• USB 3.0 x 1
• 3.5 mm audio jack
• USB Type-C power input jack
• Built-in speakerBATTERY
• Removable Li-Ion battery, 5400mAh
• Operates 10+ hours on one charge
• Hot-swappable, easily changeable in field
• Optimized for strong performance in cold temperatures
• Excellent lifecycle performance
• Optional 8000mAh battery for 15+ hours of operationPHYSICAL
• Size: 6.1 x 9.4 x 1.3 in (155 x 238 x 33 mm)
• Tablet Weight: 2.58 lbs (1.17 kg)
• Complete setup on pole: 6 lbs (2.72 kg)
• Durable, shock-resistant design
• Easy-to-grip, impact-absorbing, overmolded bumpers
• Lightweight and ergonomic designWIRELESS CONNECTIVITY
• Long Range Bluetooth® (tested to 1,500’/450 m)
• Wi-Fi· 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
• 4G LTE (GSM)CAMERA
• 8 MP rear mountedOTHER FEATURES
• TPM (Trusted Platform Module) v2.0CERTIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS
• IEC 62368-1
• FCC Class B
• CE Marking (applicable EMC, R&TTE, and LVD directives)
• RoHS Compliant
• Industry Canada
• HERO (Hazard of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance) certifiedFIELD-TESTED RUGGED
• IP65 for dust and water resistance
• Operating Temperature: 14 F to 122 F (10° C to 50° C)
• Storage temperature: -4 F to 140 F (-20° C to 60° C)
• MIL-STD-810G for shock and vibration protectionWARRANTY
• 3-yearNO FAULT warranty*
• Service plans available