South
South H7 Data Collector
The South H7 is a rugged Android 12 data collector with a 7-inch, 1920 x 1200 screen at 850 nits and a backlit QWERTY keypad, for GNSS receivers, total stations, SLAM RTK units and pipe locators. It has 8 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage and an 11550 mAh battery. Optional modules turn the same controller into a robotic total station controller over Zigbee or a high-precision GIS collector. Benefits A large 7-inch screen that stays readable in sunlight. One controller for GNSS, total station and SLAM RTK work. 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage for large jobs and maps. IP67 and 1.5 m drops onto concrete. Applications GNSS RTK surveying and stakeout Total station data collection Robotic total station control (Zigbee module) GIS data collection (GIS module) Utility and pipeline locating
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SKU: MET-CTRL15
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Product Highlights
- 7-inch 850-nit screen: 1920 x 1200 IPS, readable in sunlight.
- Backlit QWERTY keypad: fast code and attribute entry.
- 8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage: plus microSD expansion.
- 11550 mAh battery: USB-C PD fast charging.
- Android 12 with 4G LTE: dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0.
Overview
The South H7 is South's 7-inch Android controller. The 1920 x 1200 IPS screen reaches 850 nits, so maps and stakeout screens stay readable outdoors, and the backlit QWERTY keypad handles codes and attributes when gloves or rain make the touch screen awkward. An octa-core processor with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage runs Android 12, with a microSD slot for more space.
As a standard controller, the H7 connects to a wide range of devices, including SLAM RTK units, GNSS receivers, total stations and pipeline detectors, so one crew can switch instruments without switching controllers. Wi-Fi is dual-band with fast roaming, Bluetooth runs up to 5.0, and 4G LTE keeps NTRIP corrections and cloud sync online. NFC, a 13 MP camera and USB-C with PD fast charging are built in.
Two optional modules extend it. The Zigbee module controls a robotic total station at up to 600 m in good conditions, for prism-plus-position workflows. The GIS module adds a 1698-channel GNSS engine with RTK accuracy of 0.8 cm + 1 ppm horizontal, so the H7 works as a high-precision GIS collector on its own.
When the H7 is not the right choice: at 824 g and 290 x 195 x 30 mm it is closer to a tablet than a handheld. If you want a smaller pole-mounted controller with a full keypad, the South H6 is lighter at 520 g with a 5-inch screen.
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Specifications
| Operating system | Android 12 |
|---|---|
| Processor | octa-core (2 x 2.0 GHz + 6 x 1.8 GHz) |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, microSD expansion |
| Display | 7-inch IPS LCD, 1920 x 1200, 850 nits |
| Keypad | backlit QWERTY |
| Camera | 13 MP rear |
| Battery | 11550 mAh, 3.85 V |
| Charging | USB-C, 5 V 2 A, PD fast charging |
| Interfaces | USB Type-C, NFC, microSD |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 and 5 GHz, fast roaming |
| Bluetooth | 2.1 + EDR / 3.0 / 4.1 LE / 4.2 / 5.0 |
| Mobile network | 4G LTE |
| Protection | IP67 |
| Drop | 1.5 m onto concrete, all six faces |
| Operating temperature | -30 °C to +66 °C |
| Storage temperature | -30 °C to +70 °C |
| Dimensions | 290 x 195 x 30 mm |
| Weight | 824 g standard, 860 g with Zigbee, 890 g with GIS module |
| Housing | impact-resistant TPU shell |
| Optional Zigbee module | up to 600 m link in good conditions |
| Optional GIS module | 1698 channels, GPS, BDS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC, SBAS |
| GIS module RTK accuracy | H 0.8 cm + 1 ppm, V 1.5 cm + 1 ppm |
Features
7-inch 850-nit screen
1920 x 1200 IPS, readable in sunlight.
Backlit QWERTY keypad
fast code and attribute entry.
8 GB RAM, 256 GB storage
plus microSD expansion.
11550 mAh battery
USB-C PD fast charging.
Android 12 with 4G LTE
dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0.
IP67 and 1.5 m drop
onto concrete on all six faces.
Zigbee module (option)
robotic total station control up to 600 m.
GIS module (option)
1698-channel GNSS, 0.8 cm + 1 ppm RTK.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Large, bright 7-inch screen with a full keypad.
- 8 GB RAM and 256 GB storage.
- Works with GNSS, total stations, SLAM RTK and pipe locators.
- Optional robotic and GIS modules.
Cons
- 824 g, heavier than a handheld controller.
- Zigbee and GIS modules cost extra.
- Large format is less convenient on a pole bracket.
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| Specification | This product | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | South | FJDynamics | Meridian | Singular XYZ |
| Price | Price on request | Price on request | Price on request | Price on request |
| Availability | In stock | In stock | In stock | In stock |
| Type | Total Station | GNSS Receiver | GNSS Receiver | GNSS Receiver |
| Positioning Technology | RTK | RTK | — | — |
| Connectivity | — | USB-C | — | — |
| IP Rating | IP67 | — | IP68 | IP67 |
| Condition | New | New | New | New |
| Delivery Time | 4–7 business days | 4–7 business days | 4–7 business days | 4–7 business days |
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