Trimble SCS900: Unable to Initialize Instrument Support

Trimble SCS900: Unable to Initialize Instrument Support


Trimble SCS900: Unable to Initialize Instrument Support

Problem: After installing Trimble SCS900 software and launching the application, user receives error stating: "Unable to initialize instrument support. Try reinstalling the program or, if this controller supports it, try allocating more Program storage space."

Solution: Uninstall the program from the device. Delete the Trimble Synchronizer Data folder from the tablet as well. Then install SCS900 one more time. If this doesn't work you may have to  reflash the Windows OS with the attached instructions.

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