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Trimble FieldLink 2026.1.0 – Release Notes
Overview
- Version: 2026.1.0
- Release Date: April 2026
- Includes new features, workflow enhancements, bug fixes, and updated hardware/software compatibility
New Features & Enhancements
- Trimble Reality Capture Platform (TRCPS) Integration
- Publish LAZ files (including section boxes and inspections) for collaboration
- Model Information Favorites
- Save frequently used model object info
- Favorites appear at the top across all models and projects
- Scan Alignment with Checkerboard Targets
- Align scans by selecting checkerboard targets in panoramic images
- Match targets to model points
- High Precision GNSS Enhancements
- Extended occupation time presets for improved measurement accuracy
- Improved Point Selection Visibility
- Selected points and lines now have a distinct outline on the map
- Design vs. As-Built Comparison
- Toggle “Laid Out Locations” on/off
- Easily compare field conditions to design
- ASTM E1155 Floor Flatness Support
- New “Show Levelness” option
- Supports standards where levelness is excluded for suspended slabs
- Multiple File Import
- Select and import multiple files at once
- Coordinate System Memory
- Automatically applies last-used coordinate system for new projects
- AprilTag Workflow Improvements
- Select/deselect AprilTags after initial scan placement
- TID License Error Messaging
- Displays associated email when TID is locked to a device
- Overwrite Warning Improvements
- Alerts users to save local scan copies if not yet backed up
- Trimble Connect Save Confirmation
- Persistent success message until manually dismissed
Deprecated / Removed Features
- RPT600 Support Removed
- No longer supported in version 2026.1.0
- Last supported version: 2025.4.0
Resolved Issues (Bug Fixes)
- Fixed incorrect tolerance values in exported TFLX files
- Resolved GNSS radio initialization failures (400 MHz)
- Restored proper 365-day offline login behavior
- Fixed AprilTag collection limitation with Enhanced Tracking
- Corrected IFC dashed line rendering (no longer shown as solid)
- Prevented deletion of high-resolution panoramas after colorization
- Improved scan alignment consistency vs. Trimble Perspective
- Fixed crash with expired R780 GNSS subscription
- Resolved missing stake data and export errors in TFLX files
- Fixed project description saving issues
- Improved TZF scan transfer reliability to tablets
- Corrected localization issues in “About” screen
Supported Hardware & Firmware
- Total Stations / Instruments
- RTS series (RTS573, RTS655, RTS673, RTS771, RTS773, RTS873)
- Ri, SPS series, X7, X9 (Classic/Core variants)
- GNSS Receivers
- R8s, SPS986, R780, R780-2 Dual-band
- Other Devices
- DA2
- Firmware versions required
- Range from C10.14.5 to R3.2.450 and 6.50 core versions depending on device
Supported Controllers
- Trimble T100
- Trimble T10X (including 2024 model)
- Trimble T110
- DTR301Y Tablet
- Supported devices for FieldLink 2026.1.0:
- X7, X9, RTS, Ri, SPS986, R780, R780-2, DA2
Supported Operating Systems
- Windows 11
- Windows 10
Compatibility
- Coordinate System Manager
- Version: 4.0.3.0
- Database version: 114
Languages Supported
- English, German, French, Dutch, Finnish, Swedish
- Italian, Spanish, Polish, Portuguese
- Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified)
Upgrade Instructions
- Available via Trimble Installation Manager (TIM)
- Active SSM (Service Software & Maintenance) required
- Contact sales rep if renewal is needed
- File Conversion
- Convert
.ftl→.tflxvia:More > Project > Convert
- Convert
Notes / Best Practices
- Install firmware using Trimble Installation Manager
- Connect PC directly to instrument via USB for best results
- Save local copies of scan data before overwriting
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