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    Topcon hiper pro

    Yea that install doesn't look good at all! The least he could have done was remove the Trimble junction box, and bolt or weld a flat plate in its place. Then mount the Topcon junction box to the flat plate... 9434-0000 This is the part number for just the junction box. Is this what you're...
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    Topcon hiper pro

    @PWR Can you send some photos of what the install looks like? I have a D5 and D6 locally I've worked on. Waiting on photos from the operator. I know that the installs I've done, we've tried to use as much of what is already there. I know for a fact though that most of all GPS machine control...
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    Topcon Systems

    @MDS41 Yes, the Hiper VRs, Hiper Vs, and GR5s do not require the addition of an external radio to work. Those three systems are also able to "talk" with any machine control system whether it's an MC-i3/4 indicate or MCR3 full auto system. You are also correct that service parts will be available...
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    Topcon Systems

    @MDS41 The key difference between the SR and the VR is the use of radio boards. Whoever you're talking to is right that the SR will not work with machine control devices such as the MCR3, which drives the automatic valve. The SR was designed to be used in conjunction with an indicate machine...
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    Topcon hiper pro

    Very nice! Let me know how you like or of any problems you run into. Always glad to talk GPS with folks
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    For Sale: Topcon Hiper SR Base/Rover Setup

    not sure if you've posted to ebay yet but there's a pretty good market for these on there.
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    Topcon hiper pro

    Nice! That's a solid setup. Not sure what machine you're running the 3DMC2 system on, but it rocks on a dozer!
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    Topcon hiper pro

    Topcon's motto: It just works. Trimble's motto: If you want to do it, you can't. All kidding aside, both systems essentially do the same thing. The difference is in the approach and mindset both companies have towards their products. Topcon began their products in the field, equipping guys in...
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    Really neat reading experience from all sorts of backgrounds

    Howdy! I've perused the forum on and off for the past year or so, and just recently decided to join. I've enjoyed reading the experience of everyone here. Everyone has a unique outlook on equipment and its uses. Its great to learn of what people have encountered in the field, and share that...
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    warning be careful with gps right now

    I would question their measuring techniques. There's a way to do volume calculations that involves creating a base surface, and comparing that to the pile surface. This method is usually pretty spot on. To put it simply: they would need to do a topo of the base of the pile; then create a...
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    Topcon hiper pro

    After April 2019 (when the GPS rollover happened), Topcon put a lot of older units in the "Legacy" catagory or completely phased them out of support. The Hiper Pros are under the phased out category. Topcon will no longer support it with parts or software/firmware updates. An important factor...
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