CHCNAV TC100 Rugged Sunlight-Readable Android Tablet
The CHCNAV TC100 is a rugged 8-inch Android 15 survey tablet with a SunDefy sunlight-readable display, built for surveying, mapping and construction. A 2.2 GHz octa-core processor with 6 GB RAM handles CAD drawings up to 200 MB, and a 10,000 mAh battery runs a full field day.
- SunDefy display – 8.0″ 1920×1200, 360 cd/m², readable in direct sunlight; 10-point touch and stylus.
- Fast CAD power – octa-core 2.2 GHz, 6 GB RAM, 32 GB + microSD up to 1 TB.
- IP67 rugged – dust and waterproof, 1.5 m drop onto concrete, −20 to +55 °C.
- All-day power – 10,000 mAh, 8 h continuous at full brightness, QC 3.0 fast charging.
- Connected – 4G LTE (nano-SIM), Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C OTG, 16 MP camera.
- Android 15 with Google (GMS) – runs CHCNAV LandStar with any CHCNAV RTK receiver.
Internal GNSS is for navigation (2–5 m); pair with a CHCNAV RTK receiver for centimetre-level survey and stakeout. Supplied and supported in Canada by LATNET Technologies, an authorized CHCNAV dealer in Calgary.
- Authorized CHCNAV dealer in Canada
- Setup, training & local support from our Calgary geomatics team
- Shipped across Canada from Calgary
- See it before you buy – live demo available
Technical Specifications & Features
CHCNAV TC100 Rugged Sunlight-Readable Android Tablet
CHCNAV TC100 – the field tablet you can actually read at noon
The TC100 is CHCNAV’s next-generation 8-inch rugged tablet for surveying, mapping and construction. Its SunDefy display stays readable in direct sunlight, so stakeout screens and CAD drawings are clear without cupping your hand over the glass.
A 2.2 GHz octa-core platform with 6 GB RAM opens and pans CAD files up to 200 MB smoothly, while IP67 sealing, a 1.5 m drop rating and a 10,000 mAh battery keep it working through a full Canadian field day.
A bigger, brighter screen for the work that needs it
Stakeout, line work and CAD review are easier on a large screen – as long as you can see it. The TC100 pairs a sunlight-readable 8″ display with the processing power for large drawings, then wraps it in an IP67 shell with full-day battery life. Pair it with any CHCNAV receiver running LandStar, or use it as a rugged 4G tablet for GIS and site documentation.
Built around how surveyors really use a tablet
SunDefy display
Ultra-clear outdoor readability reduces glare on maps, stakeout and CAD screens – no shading the screen by hand.
Fast CAD power
2.2 GHz octa-core, 6 GB RAM: faster file loading, smoother panning and zooming, responsive layer review.
Rugged for harsh sites
Dust-tight, waterproof and drop-tested to 1.5 m onto concrete for rain, mud, dust and site traffic.
All-day power
10,000 mAh battery with automatic backlight management – 8 h at 100% brightness, QC 3.0 fast charge.
Android 15 with Google
GMS-certified Android 15 with Google Play for LandStar, GIS, email, drawings and photo apps.
Always connected
Built-in 4G LTE for NTRIP corrections and cloud sync, plus dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2 for receivers.
Designed for direct sunlight
The TC100 is built for outdoor surveying. Its 8.0″ 1920 × 1200 SunDefy screen keeps maps, stakeout guidance and CAD linework readable in bright sun, reducing glare so crews work faster without shielding the display.
The 10-point capacitive touch screen and included stylus make precise selection on dense drawings easy.
- 8.0″ 1920 × 1200, 360 cd/m²
- SunDefy ultra-clear outdoor readability
- Capacitive multi-touch, 10 points + stylus
Smooth CAD workflows in the field
Large site drawings are where most field controllers slow down. The TC100’s 2.2 GHz octa-core processor and 6 GB RAM support drawings up to 200 MB, with faster file loading, smoother panning and zooming and responsive layer review for surveying, staking and construction tasks.
32 GB of storage expands with a microSD card up to 1 TB for projects, base maps and photos.
Built for rain, dust, mud and drops
An industrial-grade structure, IP67 dust and water protection and 1.5 m drop resistance onto concrete give the TC100 the durability for real survey and construction sites.
It operates from −20 °C to +55 °C and in 5–95% humidity.
- IP67 dust and water protection
- 1.5 m drop onto concrete
- Operating −20 °C to +55 °C
Built for endurance
A 10,000 mAh battery and automatic backlight management support more than 8 hours of surveying, stakeout and construction work – measured at 25 °C with continuous data collection at 100% brightness.
QC 3.0 fast charging tops it up in about 4.5 hours over USB-C.
Pair it with a CHCNAV receiver
The TC100’s internal GNSS is for navigation (2–5 m). For centimetre-level survey and stakeout, connect it over Bluetooth to a CHCNAV RTK receiver running LandStar – for example the i89, i76, i93 or ViLi i100.
Its 4G modem brings RTK corrections to the rover over NTRIP, including the LATNET RTK network in Alberta.
- Bluetooth 5.2 to the receiver
- 4G NTRIP corrections, no base needed
- Large screen for AR and CAD stakeout
TC100 vs LT800H
Both are rugged 8″ CHCNAV tablets. Choose the TC100 to control a receiver with the brightest, fastest screen; choose the LT800H if the tablet itself needs RTK.
| TC100 | LT800H | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Controlling a CHCNAV receiver, CAD-heavy stakeout | GIS mapping with built-in RTK |
| Display | 8.0″ 1920×1200 SunDefy, 360 cd/m² | 8.1″ sunlight-readable |
| Positioning | Navigation GNSS 2–5 m (pair with RTK receiver) | Built-in RTK GNSS |
| Processor / RAM | 2.2 GHz octa-core, 6 GB | See LT800H page |
| Operating system | Android 15, GMS | Android |
| Protection | IP67, 1.5 m drop | IP67 |
| Battery | 10,000 mAh, 8 h | About 8 h |
| TC100 specs | View LT800H |
Made for every survey crew
Topographic survey
Large, readable maps and fast feature coding with LandStar.
Construction survey
Stake out from full CAD drawings up to 200 MB.
Mining survey
IP67 and 1.5 m drop protection for pits, quarries and dust.
Utility mapping
GIS collection and documentation with 4G and a 16 MP camera.
CHCNAV TC100 technical specifications
| Operating system | Android 15.0, GMS certified |
|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core 2.2 GHz |
| RAM / storage | 6 GB / 32 GB |
| Expansion | microSD card up to 1 TB |
| Screen | 8.0″ touch screen, 1920 × 1200 |
| Screen technology | SunDefy, ultra-clear outdoor readability |
| Brightness | 360 cd/m² |
| Touch | Capacitive multi-touch, 10 points |
| Camera | 16 MP rear with integrated flash |
| Battery | 10,000 mAh Li-ion, 3.8 V |
|---|---|
| Battery life | 8 h (25 °C, continuous data collection, 100% brightness) |
| Charging | About 4.5 h; QC 3.0 fast charging |
| Protection | IP67 dust and water proof |
| Drop | 1.5 m onto concrete |
| Humidity | 5–95% RH, non-condensing |
| Size (L × W × H) | 213.8 × 143.2 × 17.3 mm (8.5 × 5.1 × 0.6 in) |
| Weight | 730 g (25.7 oz) with battery |
| Operating temperature | −20 °C to +55 °C (−4 °F to +131 °F) |
| Storage temperature | −40 °C to +65 °C (−40 °F to +149 °F) |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/d/e/h/i/k/v/w |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 |
| USB | Type-C, OTG |
| 4G modem (built in) | GSM 850/900/1800/1900; WCDMA B1/B2/B4/B5/B8; LTE-FDD B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B17/B18/B19/B20/B25/B26/B28AB/B66; LTE-TDD B38/B40/B41 |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| GNSS channels | 45 |
| Constellations | GPS L1C/A, GLONASS L1, BeiDou B1, Galileo E1 |
| Autonomous accuracy | 2–5 m HRMS |
| Sensors | G-sensor, proximity, light, e-compass, gyroscope |
| Included | TC100 tablet, screen protector, stylus, USB-C cable, charger |
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TC100 FAQ
Does the TC100 have RTK GNSS built in?
No. Its internal 45-channel GNSS gives 2–5 m navigation accuracy. For centimetre-level survey and stakeout pair it with a CHCNAV RTK receiver over Bluetooth, or choose the LT800H tablet, which has RTK built in.
Can I read the screen in direct sunlight?
Yes – that is the TC100’s main design goal. The 8.0″ 1920 × 1200 SunDefy display is engineered for outdoor readability and reduces glare on maps, stakeout and CAD screens.
How large a CAD file can it handle?
CHCNAV specifies smooth handling of drawings up to 200 MB, thanks to the 2.2 GHz octa-core processor and 6 GB of RAM.
Which software runs on it?
The TC100 runs Android 15 with Google Mobile Services, so you can install CHCNAV LandStar and other field, GIS and office apps from Google Play.
How long does the battery last, and how fast does it charge?
About 8 hours of continuous data collection at full brightness (25 °C) from the 10,000 mAh battery. It charges in about 4.5 hours and supports QC 3.0 fast charging over USB-C.
Will it work in Canadian winters?
The rated operating range is −20 °C to +55 °C. For colder work, or when you need a physical keypad with gloves, consider the HCE620 (−30 °C).
Can it get RTK corrections over cellular?
Yes. The built-in 4G LTE modem (nano-SIM) lets LandStar pass NTRIP corrections to your receiver, including from the LATNET RTK network in Alberta.
What comes in the box?
The TC100 tablet with a screen protector, stylus, USB-C cable and charger.
Get the TC100 from LATNET
Order the TC100 on its own or as a complete kit with a CHCNAV receiver, LandStar and RTK network access. We configure, ship and support across Canada from Calgary.
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