triMble r4

Gnss systeM
DepenDable When every point
Counts Designed for surveyors looking for easy-to-

Key Features
Trimble R-Track satellite
tracking technology

Includes Trimble Maxwell 6

chip with 220 channels

use GNSS technology, the Trimble R4 GNSS System

performs under even the most rigorous conditions.
GNSS
support upgrade options, integrated Trimble R-Track
satellite tracking technology, and a straightforward
system design result in a system that is flexible,
reliable, and rugged.

a CoMplete Gnss systeM

Scalable from postprocessing
to VRS to multi-constellation
RTK configurations

Cable-free for convenience

Accurate, reliable and rugged

system

Trimble
controller

Slate

Lightweight, convenient and cable-free, the Trimble

R4 GNSS system with Trimble Access field
software provides the ease of use of an integrated
receiver and everything you need to perform a basic
survey campaign.
The dual-frequency antenna enhances tracking
capacity and delivers sub-millimeter phase center
stability for precise results in demanding conditions.
Internally powered with removable batteries, this
system provides a full working day of uninterrupted
field operation.

aDvanCeD triMble r-traCK teChnoloGy

The Trimble R4, powered with a Trimble Maxwell
6 chip with 220 channels, delivers the accuracy and
reliability required for precision surveying with
superior tracking and RTK performance. With GPS L2C
and the Japanese QZSS support included, you can
track more satellites and measure more successfully in
challenging environments. L2C provides more than
just additional signals the advanced signal structure
provides better strength for more reliable satellite
tracking.
Trimble R-Track satellite tracking technology delivers
reliable, precise positioning performance. Trimble RTrack with Signal Prediction compensates for
intermittent
or marginal RTK correction signals, enabling extended
precision operation after an RTK signal is interrupted.
The CMRx communications protocol provides
correction compression for optimized bandwidth and
full
utilization all of the satellites in view, giving you
reliable positioning performance.

Choose the level oF Gnss support you

reQuire toDay
Choose the level of GNSS support you require today
with the flexible upgrade options available on the
Trimble R4. Founded on proven GNSS technology, the
Trimble R4 comes standard with GPS L1, L2, L2C and
QZSS. Beyond this standard GNSS support, the
Trimble R4 offers upgrades to GLONASS, Galileo, and
BeiDou
(COMPASS)just choose what you need.

Datasheet

FunCtions as a vrs rover, rtK

rover, or FielD base station
Use as a lightweight rover for static surveying or
RTK. The Trimble R4 is also completely compatible
with Trimble VRS solutions, creating a VRS rover for
use inside real-time networks. With a built-in 450
MHz receive-only radio or a fully integrated
GSM/GPRS radio, this system can be adapted to
meet a variety
of needs. As a base station, the Trimble R4 with
the integrated UHF transmit option is rugged,
weather-resistant and compatible with a range
of radio solutions.

a DeDiCateD, reliable Gnss FielD

solution
Pair the Trimble R4 with Trimble Access and
the Trimble Slate Controller1 for a dedicated
GNSS solution that is effective for both real
time and postprocessed GNSS surveys.
Powerful, connected, and compact, the Trimble
Slate Controller combines the convenience and easeof- use of a smartphone with the durability for
which Trimble is known. Its slim, ergonomic design
is easy
to grasp and its screen provides superior
sunlight readability enabling all-day use by hardworking survey professionals.
Trimble Access field software provides specialized
and customized workflows to make surveying
tasks quicker and easier while enabling teams to
communicate vital information between field and
office in real-time.
Survey companies can also implement their unique
workflows by taking advantage of the customization
capabilities available in the Trimble Access Software
Development Kit (SDK).
Need to get data back to the office immediately?
Benefit from real-time data sharing via Trimble
Access Services, now available with any valid Trimble
Access maintenance agreement.
Back in the office, users can seamlessly process
data with Trimble Business Center office software.
The Trimble R4 GNSS system ready and reliable
for your everyday surveying needs.

1 The Trimble R4 can be used with a Trimble TSC3, Trimble CU, or Trimble Tablet
Rugged PC with the purchase of an advanced data collector option.

triMble r4
Gnss
systeM

Datasheet

performance
specifications
measure
ments

Advanced Trimble Maxwell 6 Custom Survey GNSS chip with 220

channels

Trimble R-Track
technology

High precision multiple correlator for GNSS pseudorange

measurements
Unfiltered, unsmoothed pseudorange measurements data for low
noise, low multipath error, low time domain correlation and high
dynamic response
Very low noise GNSS carrier phase measurements with <1 mm precision in a
1 Hz bandwidth
Signal-to-Noise ratios reported in
dB-Hz

Proven Trimble low elevation tracking

technology

Satellite
signals
tracked
simultaneously:
GPS: L1C/A, L1C,
L2C, L2E
GLONASS1: L1C/A, L1P, L2C/A, L2P, L3
SBAS: L1C/A
Galileo1: E1, E5A, E5B
BeiDou1 (COMPASS):
B1, B2
SBAS: QZSS, WAAS, EGNOS,
GAGAN
Positioning rates: 1 Hz, 2 Hz, 5 Hz, and
10 Hz

positioning
performance2
code differential
positioning

gnss

Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.25 m + 1 ppm

RMS Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.50 m + 1
ppm RMS SBAS differential positioning accuracy3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
typically <5 m 3DRMS

static
surveying

gnss

high-precision
static
Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 mm + 0.1 ppm
RMS Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 mm + 0.4
ppm RMS

static
Faststatic

and

Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 mm + 0.5 ppm

RMS Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 mm + 0.5
ppm RMS

postprocessed
surveying

Kinematic

(ppK)

gnss

Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 mm + 1 ppm
RMS
Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 mm + 1 ppm
RMS

real
time
surveying4

Kinematic

single baseline <30

km
Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 mm + 1 ppm
RMS Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 mm + 1
ppm RMS

networK
rtK
Horizontal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 mm + 0.5 ppm
RMS
Vertical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 mm + 0.5 ppm
RMS Initialization time5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . typically
<8 seconds Initialization reliability5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
typically >99 9%

1
Optional
upgrade.

2 Precision and reliability may be subject to anomalies due to multipath, obstructions, satellite geometry, and
atmospheric conditions. The specifications stated recommend the use of stable mounts in an open sky view, EMI
and multipath clean environment, optimal GNSS constellation configurations, along with the use of survey practices
that are generally accepted for performing the highest-order surveys for the applicable application including
occupation times appropriate for baseline length. Baselines longer than 30 km require precise ephemeris and
occupations up to
24 hours may be required to achieve the high precision static specification.
3
Depends on SBAS system
performance.
4
Network RTK PPM values are referenced to the closest physical reference
station.
5 May be affected by atmospheric conditions, signal multipath, obstructions and satellite geometry.
Initialization reliability is continuously monitored to ensure highest quality.
6 Receiver will operate normally to 40 C, internal batteries are rated to 20 C, optional internal GSM
modem operates to -30 C.
7
Tracking GPS, GLONASS and SBAS satellites. Optional upgrade required for
GLONASS.
8 Varies with temperature and wireless data rate. When using a receiver and internal radio in the transmit mode, it
is recommended that an external 6 Ah or higher battery is used.
9
Varies with terrain and operating
conditions.
10 Bluetooth type approvals are country
specific.
20092013, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights reserved. Trimble and the Globe & Triangle logo are trademarks of Trimble
Navigation Limited, registered in the United States and in other countries. Access, Maxwell, Signal Prediction, R-Track, and VRS
are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited. The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Trimble Navigation Limited is under license. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

hardware
physical

Dimensions (WH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 cm 10.2 cm (7.5 in

x 4.0 in),
including
connectors
Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.52 kg (3.35 lb) with
internal battery,
internal radio with
UHF antenna
3.04 kg (6.70 lb) items above plus
range pole,
controller,
and bracket
6
Temperature
Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 C to +65 C (40 F to
+149 F) Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 C to +75 C (40
F to +167 F) Humidity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . 100%, condensing Water/dustproof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IP67
dustproof, protected from temporary immersion to depth of 1 m (3.28 ft)
Shock and vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tested and meets the
following
environmental
standards:
Shock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Non-operating: Designed to survive a 2 m
(6.6 ft) pole drop onto concrete. Operating: to 40
G, 10 msec, sawtooth
Vibration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MIL-STD-810F,
FIG.514.5C-1
electrical

Power 11 V DC to 28 V DC external power input with over-voltage protection

on
Port 1 (7-pin Lemo)

Rechargeable, removable 7.4 V, 2.6 Ah Lithium-Ion battery. Power consumption7 is

3.2 W in RTK rover mode with internal radio and Bluetooth in use.
Operating times on internal battery8:
450 MHz receive only option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.0 hours
450 MHz receive/transmit option (0.5 W) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 hours
Cellular receive option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7 hours
communications and data storage

Serial: 3-wire serial (7-pin Lemo) on Port 1; full RS-232 serial on

Port 2 (Dsub 9 pin)
Radio modem: fully Integrated, fully sealed internal 450 MHz
receiver/transmitter option:
Transmit power: 0.5 W
Range9: 35 km typical / 10 km optimal
Cellular: fully integrated, sealed internal GSM/GPRS option
Bluetooth: fully integrated, sealed 2.4 GHz communications port (Bluetooth)10
External communication devices for corrections supported on Serial and
Bluetooth ports
Data storage: 11 MB internal memory, 188.6 hours of raw observables (approx.
1.4 MB/day), based on recording every 15 seconds from an average of 14 satellites
data formats

CMR: CMR+, CMRx input and outputs

RTCM: RTCM 2.1, RTCM 2.3, RTCM 3.0, RTCM 3.1 input and outputs
Other outputs: 23 NMEA outputs, GSOF, RT17 and RT27 outputs, supports BINEX
and smoothed carrier
supported trimble controllers

Trimble Slate Controller

Optional1: Trimble TSC3 controller, Trimble CU controller, Trimble Tablet Rugged
PC
certifications

FCC Part 15 (Class B device), 22, 24, 90; CE Mark; C-Tick; 850/1900
MHz; Class 10 GSM/GPRS module; Bluetooth EPL

Specifications subject to change without notice.

PN 022543-490E (04/13)

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