ikeGPS ike100, ike300, ike1000 User Manual
November 2013
ikeOS version 5.2.2
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About this User Manual
This User Manual provides a combined reference for the use of ikeOS and its associated
features on ike products and Windows Mobile 6 operating system that is pre-installed on these
devices.
This document has been optimized for A5 booklet printing. Any blank pages are intentionally
inserted to allow ideal back-to-back printing or relevant pages.
Notes on Text:
WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions could result in user injury or unexpected data results.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions
could result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
Note: Text set off in this manner (with the finger indicator) indicates information
that may be useful to the operation of your ike unit.
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WARNING! This device contains an eye safe Class 1 laser product. Invisible laser
Laser radiation emits
from this aperture.
Magnetic compass
located here.
radiation is emitted from (and received into) the front apertures. Avoid staring
into the laser beam. This product complies with 21CFR1040.10 and IEC608251:200.
WARNING! ike contains a magnetic compass. Using the unit near magnetic (e.g.
objects containing ferrous substances) or electromagnetic fields (e.g. electrical
wires) may cause the compass bearing to be inaccurate.
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Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 5
Welcome to ike ....................................................................................................................................... 5
Getting Started ........................................................................................................................................ 6
What’s in the box? .............................................................................................................................. 6
Essential Accessories ........................................................................................................................ 6
Field Accessories ............................................................................................................................... 6
ikeSolutions Accessories .................................................................................................................. 7
Anatomy of the ike unit ...................................................................................................................... 8
ike Software and Licensing ............................................................................................................. 10
Turning your ike on for the first time .............................................................................................. 10
Home screen and control buttons .................................................................................................. 12
Before field use ................................................................................................................................. 13
ikeGPS Data Capture Application.......................................................................................................... 24
Starting the ikeGPS application ......................................................................................................... 24
ikeGPS Home screen .......................................................................................................................... 25
Viewing and changing the Settings ................................................................................................... 25
GPS Settings..................................................................................................................................... 26
Antenna Settings .............................................................................................................................. 28
Camera Settings ............................................................................................................................... 29
Laser Settings ................................................................................................................................... 30
Data Settings..................................................................................................................................... 31
Changing the ‘Default’ Job name ....................................................................................................... 32
Exiting the ikeGPS application ........................................................................................................... 33
ikeTools .................................................................................................................................................. 34
Introduction ........................................................................................................................................ 34
Target Position .................................................................................................................................. 35
3-Shot Height .................................................................................................................................... 39
Missing Line ...................................................................................................................................... 42
Span Height ...................................................................................................................................... 45
Photo Only ......................................................................................................................................... 49
Local Point ......................................................................................................................................... 51
Tree Assessment ............................................................................................................................. 54
TrueSize Poles ................................................................................................................................. 60
TrueSize PLS .................................................................................................................................... 63
Data Transfer to Desktop .................................................................................................................... 66
ikeUtilities ............................................................................................................................................... 67
Compass Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 67
Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................................ 68
GPS Info ............................................................................................................................................ 69
License Manager .............................................................................................................................. 71
Zeroize ............................................................................................................................................... 72
ikePro/ikeSolutions Options .................................................................................................................... 74
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GPS+ ...................................................................................................................................................... 74
Custom Forms/Workflows ................................................................................................................... 74
Appendix 1: ike Maintenance and Information .................................................................................... 76
Caring for your ike ................................................................................................................................ 76
Storing your ike and battery packs ................................................................................................ 76
Protecting the touchscreen ............................................................................................................. 77
Protecting your ike against mechanical shock ............................................................................. 77
Equipment warnings ........................................................................................................................ 77
Using your ike in extreme temperatures ....................................................................................... 78
Cleaning your ike .............................................................................................................................. 78
Repairing your ike ............................................................................................................................ 79
Troubleshooting and Service Tips ..................................................................................................... 79
Troubleshooting tips......................................................................................................................... 79
Product Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 81
Accessory Information ......................................................................................................................... 82
Tripod ................................................................................................................................................. 82
Batteries ............................................................................................................................................. 82
Travel Charger .................................................................................................................................. 82
External Patch Antenna ................................................................................................................... 82
Glare Shield....................................................................................................................................... 83
Altus APS-3 GPS Receivers ........................................................................................................... 83
Other Accessories ............................................................................................................................ 83
Software Licensing ............................................................................................................................... 84
ike Software....................................................................................................................................... 84
Microsoft Software License Terms for Windows Mobile 6 Software ........................................ 84
Battery Safety ....................................................................................................................................... 88
Battery warnings ............................................................................................................................... 88
Transportation ................................................................................................................................... 88
Disposing of your ike and battery packs ....................................................................................... 88
Hardware Warranty, Software Maintenance and Support ............................................................. 88
Certifications and Classifications ....................................................................................................... 89
Laser Classification .......................................................................................................................... 89
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) Certification ...................................................... 89
Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) Classification ....................................................................... 89
Export and Trade Restrictions ........................................................................................................ 90
Additional Support ................................................................................................................................ 90
Appendix 2: Windows Mobile 6.1 Field PC Operations ...................................................................... 92
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 92
Overview of Windows Mobile 6 .......................................................................................................... 92
Using the documentation .................................................................................................................... 93
Getting Started ...................................................................................................................................... 93
Step 1: Install the battery ................................................................................................................ 93
Step 2: Charge the battery .............................................................................................................. 94
Step 3: Establish basic settings on the device ............................................................................ 94
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Step 4: Connecting to a desktop computer .................................................................................. 95
Step 5: Creating a connection to a desktop computer ............................................................... 95
Using the Hardware ............................................................................................................................. 96
Identifying button functions ................................................................................................................. 96
Customizing button functions ............................................................................................................. 97
Suspending, powering off, resetting, and restoring factory defaults ............................................ 98
Option A: ikeOS Zeroize Utility ....................................................................................................... 99
Option B: Hardware Restore .......................................................................................................... 99
Using the stylus .................................................................................................................................. 100
Using the touchscreen ....................................................................................................................... 100
Understanding LED signals .............................................................................................................. 101
Replacing the battery pack ........................................................................................................... 101
Using peripheral devices such as SD cards and USB flash drives ............................................ 102
Using ike as a Field PC ..................................................................................................................... 104
Understanding the Today screen ................................................................................................. 104
Using the Start menu ..................................................................................................................... 104
Entering information ....................................................................................................................... 105
Recognizing status icons .............................................................................................................. 106
Recognizing soft keys .................................................................................................................... 106
Dimming or turning off the backlight ............................................................................................ 107
Adjusting the backlight timer ......................................................................................................... 107
Performing Common Tasks on ike .............................................................................................. 108
Power Settings ................................................................................................................................ 108
Exploring files .................................................................................................................................. 109
Closing running programs ............................................................................................................. 110
Switching between running programs ......................................................................................... 110
Viewing memory allocation for programs ................................................................................... 110
Changing settings........................................................................................................................... 111
Using on-device help ..................................................................................................................... 111
Backing up data .............................................................................................................................. 112
Copying data from a peripheral device ....................................................................................... 114
Communicating with a Desktop Computer ................................................................................. 115
Getting to Know Programs and Settings......................................................................................... 115
Understanding Start menu programs and utilities ..................................................................... 116
Understanding applications in the Programs menu .................................................................. 117
Finding settings............................................................................................................................... 118
Using the Integrated Bluetooth® Option .......................................................................................... 119
Bluetooth drivers and profiles ....................................................................................................... 119
Identify the status of Bluetooth using Wireless Manager ......................................................... 119
Create a Bluetooth partnership .................................................................................................... 120
Bluetooth virtual COM ports ......................................................................................................... 121
Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port ..................................................................................... 122
Set up an incoming Bluetooth COM port .................................................................................... 123
Supported Bluetooth Profiles ........................................................................................................ 124
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Introduction
Introduction
Welcome to ike
Thank you for purchasing ike. Your ike unit is a location-based measurement device that
integrates a digital camera, compass, laser rangefinder, mobile computer, and precision GPS.
This hardware combination makes the ike a powerful measuring device.
The ike is capable of in-field measurements, assisted with augmented reality instructions and
back office measurements performed straight from and ikeGPS photos.
For additional information in regards to unit/warranty registration, tutorial videos and software
downloads visit www.ikegps.com/quickstart
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Getting Started
Model
ikeBasic
ikePro
ikeSolutions
Unit
ike300 or 1000 unit
in Orange or Grey rubber protective trim
ike300 unit in Orange or
Grey rubber protective trim
Essential Accessories
Refer Essential Accessories
Documentation Pack
User documentation and resources
Field Accessories
N/A
Refer Field
Accessories
Refer ikeSolutions
Accessories
Additional Accessories
As per order
Item
Description
Battery
Used to power the ike unit.
AC Charger and MultiCountry plug set
Multi-voltage wall charger with set of four international (US, Europe, UK
and Australasia) interchangeable plugs.
SD Card (fitted)
SD Card fitted to the ike unit. Can be removed/swapped-out by
unscrewing the SD Card access cover.
USB Cable
Cable to allow transfer of data between ike unit and Windows-based PC.
Stylus and Handstrap
Stylus to allow accurate selection/tapping of on-screen buttons
Handstrap to allow safe grip of the ike unit.
Screen Protector
Recommended additional protection for the LCD screen.
Item
Description
Hardcase
Protective hard plastic case with custom-cut foam fittings for ike Essential
and Field accessories
Softcase
Canvas cover to provide additional protection to the ike unit. Also includes
shoulder strap
Spare Battery
Additional Battery
Travel Charger
Charger adaptor to allow batteries to be charged independently of the ike
unit
Vehicle Charger Cable
Power cable to allow either ike unit or Travel Charger to be powered from
a standard vehicle ‘cigarette lighter’/accessory power socket
Glare Shield
Viewing loupe to reduce glare by shield the LCD from sunlight. Also
includes an in-built focusing ring.
What’s in the box?
Your ike unit will come with the selected colored ike model and a number of ‘Essential
Accessories’. Depending on the kit or bundle purchased, ‘Field Accessories’, solution-specific
items and/or additional items may be included.
Essential Accessories
All ikeBasic units, ikePro kits and ikeSolutions bundles are provided with a number of ‘Essential
Accessories’ to access basic functionality.
Field Accessories
In addition to the ‘Essential Accessories’, ikePro kits and ikeSolutions bundles are supplied with
a number of ‘Field Accessories’ to provide additional functionality for your ike unit.
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ikeSolutions Accessories
Item
Description
Tripod
Low magnetic signature tripod and carry case
ikeSolutions bundles are be supplied additional accessories to assist in best performance of the
ikeTools associated with each industry-specific ikeSolutions configuration.
An example configuration of an ikePro kit is depicted below.
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Anatomy of the ike unit
1 Elastomer overmold
2 GPS Receiver and Antenna
3 Removable SD Card Slot Cover
4 Magnesium case front
5 ike model bezel label
6 Charge indicator (red LED)
7 Start menu button *
8 Task Manager button *
9 Microphone
10 Today screen button *
11 Speaker
12 Four-way directional button
13 Power button
14 Context menu button *
15 Notification indicator (green LED)
16 Enter button
17 Touchscreen/LCD display
18 Laser ‘Reference Plane’ – distance
measured from this surface
19 Battery door latch
20 Hand strap
21 Battery door
22 Body molding
23 Connector Protector
1 2 5 3 4
6
8
10 9 7
11
13
12
14
17
15
19
16
20
21
22
23
18
This section illustrates the different parts of ike.
* Buttons 7, 8, 10 & 14 may be reprogrammed for alternate functions depending on application being used.
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24 Digital Camera
25 Laser Distance Range Finder
This Laser Distance Range Finder
is an eye safe Class 1 laser product
which emits invisible laser radiation
from the front apertures. Avoid
staring into the laser beam.
26 USB Client (mini B)
27 12V DC jack
28 9-pin serial port
29 USB Host (mini A)
32 3D Compass
As ike contains a magnetic compass,
using the unit near magnetic or
electromagnetic fields may cause the
compass bearing to be inaccurate.
32 External Antenna Port
32
24
25
26
27
29
28
Rear - Communications module
Front - Data capture module
33
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ike Software and Licensing
Model
ikeBasic
ikePro
Mobile Software
ikeOS
ikeOS
ikeTools (Mobile)
Target Position, 3-Shot Height,
Missing Line Distance, Span Height,
Photo Only
Target Position, 3-Shot Height,
Missing Line Distance, Span Height,
Photo Only, Local Point
Desktop Software
ikeDesktop (Reports only)
ikeDesktop (Forms and Reports)
Additional
Licensing
GPS+ Positional Accuracy
Enhancement (standard with ikePro
& ikeSolutions)
Remove the ike unit from any shipping material (presentation box for ikeBasic or hardcase for
ikePro/ikeSolutions)
Turn the ike unit over and unhook the
connector protector and handstrap and fold
away from the battery cover.
Unlock the battery cover by sliding the lock to
the right.
Remove the battery cover
For ikePro owners, you will need to open the
protective softcase’s Velcro flaps to access
the battery cover
All ike units running the ikeOS v5 software require a license applied to access the on-board
ikeTools as part of the ikeGPS application. ike units are pre-licensed with respect to customer
order prior to shipping to ensure correct licensing is applied to the purchased ike package.
Licensing controls access to ikeTools and the ability to access functionality of additional ike
enhancements and desktop software.
Additional licensing is required for ikeTools that are provided as part of ikeSolutions bundles.
More information about ikeSolutions options and the solution-specific ikeTools is available from
your ike reseller.
Turning your ike on for the first time
To use your ike unit, you need to insert the battery and charge the unit for first use.
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Place the battery into the battery cavity
Replace and secure (slide the lock to the left)
the battery cover
Refit the handstrap and connector protector
Fit the plug that is applicable to your
operating region to the AC charger.
Your AC charger comes with interchangeable
plugs for USA, UK, Europe and Australasia.
Connect the AC charger to the wall socket.
(Turn the wall socket on)
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Connect the charger power tip to the ike
power socket.
The red power/charge LED should light/blink
if power is correctly applied
The ike unit may automatically power on. If it
does not, press the power button to turn the
unit on.
Allow the ike unit to fully power up past any
start-up screens and on to the ike home
screen
To top bar of the Home screen provides access to the Start
menu and contains icons notifying the status of system settings.
Tapping the [Start] button accesses the start menu and
underlying options.
The center part of the Home screen contains the touch buttons
to access ike applications and tools, e.g. ikeGPS and Calibrate
Compass.
The lower part of the screen contains soft-key buttons to access
common Windows Mobile functions.
Home screen and control buttons
Whenever you reset your ike unit or return to the Home screen
Home screen
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Screen Control Buttons
With the battery securely in place, and external power applied, tap the
power icon (top-right of the Home screen) to access the Power
settings.
Before field use
Once you have fully charged your ike unit we recommend that you fully charge the battery and
calibrate the compass to fine-tine the compass for your local operating area.
Installing and charging the battery
New batteries should always be fully charged in your ike units to ensure that they are
conditioned for optimal capacity.
Charging batteries in the ike unit ensure that their internal capacity gauge is correctly calibrated
to reflect the correct capacity of the battery.
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On the ‘Battery’ tab, the charge status of the battery is indicated as
follows:
The charge bar (0 to 100) indicates the level of charge. The closer
to 100 the fuller the charge
The ‘mAH consumed:’ value indicates how much capacity is still to
be charged. The lower the number the fuller the charge.
The red power/charge LED will blink if the unit is charging.
If the power/charge LED stop blinking this indicates that the charge
level is around 98%.
The ‘mAH consumed:’ value may slowly decrease as the battery
capacity is calibrated for optimal use.
Once the charge indicator (red LED) stops blinking and the ‘mAH
consumed:’ value stops decreasing then the battery has been fully
charged.
For fully-charged new batteries the ‘mAH consumed:’ value will be
near zero. For older batteries the ‘mAH consumed:’ may be above
zero due to natural charge/discharge cycle capacity degradation.
Press and hold the power button until the ‘Power Button’ options
appear, and then tap the [Reset] option. Resetting the ike unit will
reset the battery capacity
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Allow the ike unit to fully power up past any start up screens and return
to the ike home screen.
Suspend the ike unit by pressing once on the Power button. This
should cause the LCD screen to dim.
WARNING! Changing batteries should only be performed
when the unit is suspended or disconnected from external
power.
Similar to the Turning your ike on for the first time instructions, replace the battery by:
releasing the lock,
remove the battery cover
remove the existing battery
fit the new uncharged battery
replace and relock the battery cover.
Un-suspend the ike unit by pressing once on the Power button.
This should cause the LCD screen to return to the last screen.
Fully charge the new battery using the previous steps to monitor the charge status until fully charged.
If you have purchased/received any additional/spare batteries with your ike unit/kit, please
repeat the above process to ensure that the correct capacity levels are set.
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Travel Charger
The Travel Charger is an item, that is provided with ikePro & ikeSolutions kits or an optional
accessory for ikeBasic units, that lets you charge a spare battery pack on the go. Use it in your
vehicle or in your office so you always have a charged battery pack.
It is strongly recommended that all new batteries are initially fully charged in the ike unit ensure
that their internal capacity gauge is correctly calibrated to reflect the correct capacity of the
battery. After this initial full charge they can then be charged in the Travel Charger.
Device Features
CAUTION: Only use authorized devices with the Travel Charger. Failure to do so
may damage your device and void your warranty.
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Charging your Battery
Charging Time
Charge a discharged battery pack from 4 to 6 hours or until the charge indicator LED turns
green to indicate full charge.
Charging temperatures
Only charge your battery pack in temperatures between 32°F and 11113°F (0°C and 45°C). For
best results, charge the battery pack at room temperature (68°F or 20°C).
WARNING! Misusing the battery pack may cause it to overheat, rupture, or ignite
and cause serious injury. Be sure to follow these safety rules:
Do not heat the battery pack or place it in fire or direct sunshine.
Do not install the battery pack backwards.
Do not connect the battery terminals with any metal object (such as wire). Do not
solder onto the battery pack.
Do not disassemble or modify the battery pack.
In the rare event that the battery pack leaks and fluid gets into the eye, do not rub the
eye. Rinse well with water and immediately seek medical care. Your ike will naturally
pick up a magnetic signature over time that may affect the accuracy
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Compass calibration
Once you have fully charged your ike unit we recommend that you calibrate the compass to
fine-tune the compass for your local operating area.
The ‘Calibrate Compass’ utility guides the user through an in-field compass calibration process.
A video showing this process can be found at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KzxRBk9EjhI.
Why you should calibrate
Your ike will naturally pick up a magnetic signature over time that may affect the accuracy of the
internal digital compass.
To maintain optimum performance, a Compass Calibration application is provided on your ike
that will guide you through the steps required to measure and compensate for this magnetic
signature.
When you should calibrate
You should recalibrate the compass when you first use the device and whenever your ike has
travelled a long distance (e.g. plane flights or shipping to a new location). To ensure the highest
possible compass accuracy, it is recommended that the ike be calibrated at least once per
month.
Where you should calibrate
The Compass Calibration application should be used in a clean magnetic free environment.
This means:
Keep away from large metal objects (e.g. cars, steel poles, desk frames, filing cabinets
etc.).
Avoid wearing metallic objects (e.g. large metal watches etc.).
Keep clear of electric wires, transformers, and other electronic devices that may generate
a magnetic field.
In general, for any metallic object, stay at least twice its longest dimension away from the
object (e.g. keep at least twice the distance of the length of a 3 meter car, approximately 6
meter. Smaller metal objects have significant less impact).
Keep other magnetic objects away (e.g. sighting compasses / magnetic toys etc.).
The calibration may be performed indoors, but be aware of the cautions above. The ideal
location to perform the operation would be in the middle of a field away from any man-made
structures.
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How to calibrate
To start the calibration process, tap the ‘Calibrate Compass’
icon on the main screen.
Review the ‘Compass Calibration’ welcome screen, and tap
the screen to continue.
In the align ikeGPS screen, move your ike until the red line
is best aligned with the N.
Note: The bar indicator at the bottom of the screen will
move into the green zone when correctly aligned.
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Note the direction that the ike is facing (e.g. identify a
recognizable object / landmark in this direction).
During the steps on the following pages, try to keep the
front section of the ike aligned with your reference direction
as shown.
Tap the screen to continue.
In the rotation screen, review the video which illustrates the
movement required
o The videos are taken from the user’s perspective when
facing in the reference direction.
o Note that the movements required for the compass
calibration may take a couple of attempts to master.
Don’t worry if you get it wrong, the calibration application
will prompt you to repeat any step that was not
completed correctly.
o Aim to be halfway through the rotation when the count
gets to 5.
o For each rotation, the key is to keep the ike aligned with
the reference direction as shown.
When you are ready, tap the screen to start.
You will be given a countdown ‘Ready, Set, Go’ and a 10 second count will begin for each
required rotation.
Rotate your ike smoothly in the manner shown during the 10 second count, maintaining
alignment with the direction reference noted earlier.
If you move too far from alignment you will be warned with a tone. The faster the tone
beeps, the further the ike is from the correct alignment. Use the bar indicator on the bottom
of the screen to help guide you back to the correct alignment.
Once the 10 second count has finished, the data collected will be assessed for alignment
and rotational quality.
If the ike has strayed too far from the correct alignment, the
error “The magnetic north alignment was poor. Keep the
indicator bar green.” will be displayed.
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If the ike was not rotated evenly through one complete
revolution, the error “The rotation was not even. One full
rotation should take 10 seconds.” will be displayed.
Repeat the process for each of the three required orientations.
Step 2 – Rotation Orientation 1
Step 3 – Rotation Orientation 2
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Step 4 – Rotation Orientation 3
Once you have successfully completed the three rotations,
new compass calibration parameters will be calculated and
stored.
Note: During the calculation phase the display will show
the final countdown time and this on-screen cursor will
change to the ‘working’ cursor.
A summary will be presented indicating that the process is
complete.
Tap ‘Quit’ to close the Compass Calibration application.
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ikeGPS Data Capture Application
ikeGPS Application
ikeTools
Data Transfer to Desktop
ikeUtilities
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ikeGPS Data Capture Application
Launch ikeGPS from Home screen
Launch ikeGPS from Start menu
The ikeGPS application provides access to the ikeTools data capture modes. All ike units have
ikeGPS installed, but ikeTools are accessible dependent on product license purchased.
Starting the ikeGPS application
To start the ikeGPS application either tap the ikeGPS icon on the main Home screen, or from
the Start menu
The ikeGPS application will start and progress through the startup screen on to the Home
screen with a list of ikeTools.
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ikeGPS Home screen
1. Status
The top of the screen will show
the screen name and any
applicable status icons. In the
top-right corner, the GPS icons
will indicate the GPS signal and
the battery icon will indicate the
charge status (or remaining life)
of the battery.
2. Job Name
The current job name will
show below the status icons
3. ikeTools and Custom
Forms
The scrollable list of ikeTools
and/or custom forms will show
in the main part of the screen.
4. Action Buttons
At the bottom of the screen
action buttons will show.
Buttons will differ depending
on the options relevant to the
on-screen display.
On the Home screen tap the [Menu] button to
display the available options.
Tap the settings icon to access the ‘ike
Settings’ options.
On any of the ‘ike Settings’ tabs, tapping the
[ok] button (in the top-right corner) will save
the selected settings and return to the
previous screen
The Home screen is split into four areas:
Viewing and changing the Settings
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GPS Settings
This screen allows you to view and change the settings that
affect how ikeGPS operates with GPS satellites.
GPS Position Dilution of Precision (PDOP) value is a measure
of the overall accuracy of the current position. The lower this
value is then the more accurate your GPS position is likely to
be. A value of 100.0 is displayed on the targeting preview
screen when PDOP cannot be calculated.
Maximum PDOP value slider
If the current PDOP reading is above the GPS Maximum PDOP
setting, a warning will be shown on the capture preview screen
by the display of an orange border around the PDOP reading.
The Maximum PDOP setting can be adjusted by sliding the
level to the left or right to lower or increase the Maximum
PDOP. The default Maximum PDOP value is 6. A lower value
may result in more accurate the fix, but this may increase the
time to get a fix. A higher Maximum PDOP may reduce the time
to get a fix, but will likely decrease the accuracy of the fix.
Enforce Maximum PDOP checkbox
When Enforce Maximum PDOP is enabled, data capture will
not be possible if the GPS readings exceed the Maximum
PDOP. If Enforce Maximum PDOP is unchecked, then an
orange border will still show around the on-screen PDOP value
but positional readings can be taken if the maximum is
exceeded.
WARNING! If Enforce Maximum PDOP is unchecked,
positional detail of ike and target readings is may be less
accurate.
GPS Mask Angle value slider
The GPS Mask Angle default is set to 15o. Even if they are
visible, satellites that are at a lower elevation than the GPS
mask angle will not be used to calculate position. The GPS
Mask Angle can be adjusted by moving the slider bar left or
right.
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