GNSS Systems
High-precision location tracking & geospatial data collection
GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite Systems) provide precise positioning, navigation, and timing data—anywhere in the world.
Precision That Counts
CSDS' comprehensive portfolio of satellite-based GNSS technology—including receivers, antennas, correction services, and accessories—are designed to enhance efficiency, precision, and productivity for professionals in surveying, construction, agriculture, transportation, asset management, and more.
Key Features:
- Positioning: Calculates latitude, longitude, and altitude with precision.
- Timing: Delivers accurate time data critical for synchronization.
- Navigation: Enables real-time route planning.
- Global Coverage: Works anywhere with an unobstructed sky view.
- Real-Time Kinematic (RTK): Offers centimeter-level accuracy for a variety of tasks.
Applications:
Navigation
Surveying & Mapping
Infrastructure Development
Agriculture
Disaster Response
Autonomous Systems
Environmental Monitoring
Trusted Brands
CSDS partners with the most trusted brands in the industry to provide reliable and innovative GNSS solutions.
Featured Products
Trimble R980 GNSS System
Unlocks peak accuracy and productivity for land surveyors with proven GNSS performance.
Spectra SP100 GNSS Rover Bundles
Take control of any surveying project quickly and cost-efficiently.
Trimble R780 GNSS Receiver Bundle
Choose your configuration and scale up by adding additional features.
Trimble R580 Receiver Bundle
Delivers greater productivity and reliable accuracy in more places.
Trimble Catalyst
A high-quality positioning service for the Trimble DA2 GNSS Receiver.
Trimble Alloy Receiver
A versatile configuration that delivers reliable, precise data whenever and wherever you need it.
Choosing the Right GNSS System
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| Feature | Trimble R980 | Trimble R780 | Spectra SP100 | Trimble R580 | Catalyst DA2 | Trimble R750 | Trimble Alloy |
| Antenna | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated | Integrated | Digital | External | External |
| Channels | 672 | 672 | 672 | 336 | Digital Channels | 336 | 240 |
| UHF | Receive & Transmit 450/900 MHz | Receive & Transmit 450/900 MHz | Receive & Transmit 450/900 MHz | Receive Only - 450 MHz | N/A | External 450 MHz | External |
| Positioning Accuracy | 8 mm H/15 mm V | 8 mm H/15 mm V | 8 mm H/15 mm V | 10 mm H/20 mm V | Subscription-based | 8 mm H/15 mm V | 8 mm H/15 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX/SBAS | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS |
| Cellular | 4G LTE | External | 4G LTE | External | External | 4G LTE | 4G LTE |
| Memory | 9 GB | 9 GB | 9 GB | 256 MB | N/A | 8 GB | up to 24 GB |
| Battery | Single, removable | Single, removable | Single, removable | Single, removable | External battery | Single, integrated | External battery |
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| RTX compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill | Trimble xFill | N/A | Trimble xFill | Trimble RTX fallback | Trimble xFill | Trimble xFill |
| Additional Features | ProPoint GNSS engine, TIP Tilt Compensation, Trimble Ionoguard | ProPoint GNSS engine, TIP Tilt Compensation, Trimble Ionoguard | Enhanced Z-blade GNSS engine, IMU-based tilt compensation No cellular modem | ProPoint GNSS engine, Trimble Ionoguard | ProPoint GNSS engine, Trimble Ionoguard | ProPoint GNSS engine, TIP Tilt Compensation, Trimble Ionoguard | Propoint GNSS engine |
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| Feature | Trimble R980 |
| Antenna | Integrated |
| Channels | 672 |
| UHF | Receive & Transmit 450/900 MHz |
| Positioning Accuracy | 8 mm H/15 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS |
| Cellular | 4G LTE |
| Memory | 9 GB |
| Battery | Single, removable |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill |
| Additional Features | ProPoint GNSS engine, TIP Tilt Compensation, Trimble Ionoguard |
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| Feature | Trimble R780 |
| Antenna | Integrated |
| Channels | 672 |
| UHF | Receive & Transmit 450/900 MHz |
| Positioning Accuracy | 8 mm H/15 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS |
| Cellular | External |
| Memory | 9 GB |
| Battery | Single, removable |
| Field Solution |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill |
| Additional Features | ProPoint GNSS engine, TIP Tilt Compensation, Trimble Ionoguard |
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| Feature | Spectra SP1000 |
| Antenna | Integrated |
| Channels | 672 |
| UHF | Receive & Transmit 450/900 MHz |
| Positioning Accuracy | 8 mm H/15 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS |
| Cellular | 4G LTE |
| Memory | 9 GB |
| Battery | Single, removable |
| Field Solution |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | N/A |
| Additional Features | Enhanced Z-blade GNSS engine, IMU-based tilt compensation No cellular modem |
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| Feature | Trimble R580 |
| Antenna | Integrated |
| Channels | 336 |
| UHF | Receive Only - 450 MHz |
| Positioning Accuracy | 10 mm H/20 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS |
| Cellular | External |
| Memory | 256 MB |
| Battery | Single, removable |
| Field Solution |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill |
| Additional Features | ProPoint GNSS engine, Trimble Ionoguard |
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| Feature | Catalyst DA2 |
| Antenna | Digital |
| Channels | Digital Channels |
| UHF | N/A |
| Positioning Accuracy | Subscription-based |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX/SBAS |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS |
| Cellular | External |
| Memory | N/A |
| Battery | External |
| Field Solution |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill fallback |
| Additional Features | ProPoint GNSS engine, Trimble Ionoguard |
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| Feature | Trimble R750 |
| Antenna | External |
| Channels | 336 |
| UHF | External 450 MHz |
| Positioning Accuracy | 8 mm H/15 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS |
| Cellular | 4G LTE |
| Memory | 8 GB |
| Battery | Single, integrated |
| Field Solution |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill |
| Additional Features | ProPoint GNSS engine, TIP Tilt Compensation, Trimble Ionoguard |
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| Feature | Trimble Alloy |
| Antenna | External |
| Channels | 240 |
| UHF | External |
| Positioning Accuracy | 8 mm H/15 mm V |
| GNSS Surveying | Real-Time (RTK/VRS/RTX) and Post-processed |
| Constellations Supported | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS |
| Cellular | 4G LTE |
| Memory | up to 24 GB |
| Battery | External battery |
| Field Solution |
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| RTX compatible | Yes |
| Correction outage | Trimble xFill |
| Additional Features | Propoint GNSS engine |
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Subscription Plans
Flexible, Budget-Friendly Subscriptions Tailored to Your Business
CSDS offers customizable, one-year Trimble GNSS subscription plans designed to meet your organization’s needs. Easily scalable and always up-to-date, these subscriptions adapt to your business demands while ensuring access to the latest enhancements.
Why Choose a Subscription?
- Lower upfront cost for high-performance receiver technology.
- Flexible annual terms—pause and renew based on project needs.
- Option to upgrade to a perpetual license when the time is right.
- The option to charge subscription costs per project to boost revenue.
- Access to the latest GNSS firmware updates and enhancements.
Featured Technologies
Power Your Precision with Advanced GNSS Technologies
Unlock centimeter-level positioning accuracy and achieve faster data processing with GNSS correction services and other built-in GNSS technology features.
Trimble ProPoint
Leverages the latest developments in GNSS signal infrastructure and Trimble’s high-precision receiver hardware. It delivers improved positioning performance in typically challenging environments where satellite line of sight can be impaired, such as under tree canopy and highway overpasses and in dense urban areas.
Common receivers are the: Trimble R980, R780, R580, R12i.
Trimble TIP (Trimble Inertial Platform)
Allows points to be measured or staked out while the survey rod is tilted or tipped. This enables accurate measurements without having to level the antenna, allowing for faster and more efficient work in the field.
Trimble RTX (Real-Time Extended)
Trimble RTX (Real-Time eXtended)A high‑accuracy, precise point positioning (PPP) system that provides real‑time centimeter positioning without the need for an RTK base station or VRS network.
Trimble xFill
Leverages a worldwide network of Trimble reference stations to bridge communication outages (during RTK or VRS signal disruptions) via satellite‑delivered correction data. Note that your GNSS receiver must support xFill. xFill is only available for areas covered by the RTX broadcast satellite.
Trimble IonoGuard
Reduce the effects of ionosphere and scintillation on signals, ensuring GNSS accuracy and reliability.
GNSS Accessories & Cables
Poles, rods, cables, tribrach and other accessories.
Integrated Technology
Enhancing GNSS with Integrated Solutions
A variety of technologies integrate with GNSS to extend its capabilities and improve accuracy, automation, and data analysis—including:
Robotic Total Stations
In an integrated survey, the controller is connected to both a conventional survey instrument (total station) and a GNSS receiver at the same time. The Trimble Access software can quickly switch between the two instruments as needed, within the same job. For example:
- If you move out of line of sight from the instrument, then you can choose to measure positions using the GNSS receiver.
- If you move under heavy tree canopy or close to buildings, then you can choose to measure positions using the conventional instrument.
Drones (UAVs)
GNSS technology is a critical foundation for UAV operations, enhancing navigation, data precision, and overall project efficiency across mapping, surveying, and 3D modeling applications.
- Provides precise navigation and consistent flight paths
- Improves image geotagging and aerial data accuracy
- Reduces reliance on ground control points (GCPs) with RTK/PPK workflows
- Enhances efficiency and reduces time and labor in surveying
- Supports safer, more reliable autonomous operations
- Powers accurate 3D point cloud generation in LiDAR UAV systems by working with the IMU
GIS
Accurate geospatial data starts in the field—and GNSS technology ensures GIS users collect precise, real-world information that drives better decisions and outcomes.
- Enables accurate geolocation of features like roads, utilities, parcels, and natural assets
- Supports smarter planning in urban development, agriculture, and infrastructure
- Reduces positional errors with high-precision GNSS (RTK/PPK) workflows
- Improves data quality and reliability for mapping, modeling, and analysis
- Simplifies seamless integration of field-collected data into GIS systems
LiDAR
GNSS enhances terrestrial LiDAR workflows by delivering the spatial accuracy and georeferencing needed for high-precision, large-scale survey projects.
- Accurately georeferences LiDAR scan data to global or local coordinate systems
- Supports alignment of multiple scans and integration with other geospatial data
- Improves survey efficiency by reducing the need for physical control points
- Enables centimeter-level accuracy with high-precision GNSS (RTK/PPK)
- Ideal for large-scale mapping and high-accuracy infrastructure surveys
Still have questions?
GNSS Systems
Integrated and modular GNSS systems enable surveyors and GIS professionals with reliable, innovative solutions that meet their distinct requirements.
Trimble sets the standard with positioning technologies such as Trimble ProPoint GNSS engine to survey challenging environments and Trimble Inertial Platform (TIP) to measure points while the survey pole is tilted.
Discover CSDS' wide range of professional grade GNSS systems designed for every job and ease of workflow. All set to provide you with data accuracy and to help you achieve maximum productivity in the field.
Featured Product
The best just got better
The Trimble® R980 GNSS system unlocks peak accuracy and productivity for land surveyors with proven performance. Overcoming challenging conditions and excelling in remote locations, the R980 is ready to work wherever the job leads you.
Featured Product
Productivity and precision for demanding projects
The Spectra Geospatial® SP100 GNSS receiver features IMU based tilt compensation for precise fieldwork without leveling, capturing hard to reach points easily. It ensures high precision in challenging environments with the Z Blade™ GNSS engine and Trimble CenterPoint® RTX correction service, while its rugged design withstands harsh conditions for reliable performance.
Robotic Total Stations
Robotic Total Stations are constantly advancing with precision technology for intelligent tracking and real time data collection. These developments have revolutionized surveying and significantly boosted efficiency and accuracy in many ways. As a result, Robotic Total Stations have become essential tools in modern surveying and managing complex construction and infrastructure projects, especially for the precision of layout and scanning tasks.
Powered by industry leading technologies, Trimble's scanning, robotic, Autolock®, and mechanical total stations are renowned for their exceptional quality and are trusted by surveyors globally.
Featured Product
Trimble S9 HP
Precision you need to succeed
The Trimble® S9 HP total station is a high performance robotic total station capable of tackling demanding monitoring, rail, mining and tunneling applications with optimal speed, accuracy and reliability. With HP, know you are achieving the highest level of accuracy.
