Dubai, UAE. - 9 Feb'10- Topcon Middle East introduces 'next-generation' field controller technology with its new FC-250. The FC-250 is designed to give users increased power and performance in a rugged and compact unit.

The FC-250 has the operating system power of the latest Windows Mobile® Version 6.5. The PC performance with 806MHz processor and 256MB SDRAM is designed to significantly speed up data collection in the field. The FC-250 also has a built-in Bluetooth® modem and wireless LAN capability as standard features.

While the FC-250 is extremely compact, it is truly ‘heavy duty.' Rated at an IP66, inclement weather is not a deterrent to using the FC-250

Additional features of the FC-250 include:

-- 3.7" touch-screen display;

-- Optional Spread Spectrum Radio (RS-1) can be attached;

-- Optional long-range Bluetooth modem (RS-1B) can be attached;

-- Quick access to swap the battery;

-- SD and CF card slots; and

-- USB, and DE-9 com ports.

The FC-250is a very rugged, advanced, affordable and powerful field controller for today's market. The FC-250's easy-to-navigate, intuitive user interface is another definite benefit that allows every user, including new Topcon users, to easily utilize full functionality of all Topcon GNSS receivers, total stations and Imaging Station.