Start Data Service Command

This command starts the Trimble Business Center Data Service, which enables third-party applications (for example, LinqPad) using Open Data Protocol (OData) to access project data based on customized queries. The Start Data Service dialog displays the address that must be entered in the third-party OData application to communicate with Trimble Business Center.

Note: For more information on OData and third-party applications capable of using the OData protocol, see http://www.odata.org/consumers.

To access the command:

1. Select Command Pane, or press [F12].
2. In the Command Pane, select Start Data Service in the All Commands list.

   The Start Data Service dialog displays. You can now use your third-party OData application to communicate with Trimble Business Center and query data. Use the address displayed in the Start Data Service dialog.

3. When you are done using the third-party OData application to communicate with Trimble Business Center, click the Stop button.