Leica GPS System 500 User Manual
50403020
GPS System 500
Technical Reference Manual
Version 4.0
English
System GPS500
Congratulations on your purchase of Leica System 500
To use equipment in the permitted manner, please refer to
the detailed safety instructions in the User Manual.
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Symbols used in this manual
Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice
as they enable the product to be used in a technically
correct and efficient manner.
Symbols used in this manual
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 - Equipment Setup and Connection
Chapter 3 - Using System 500 without a Terminal
Chapter 4 - TR500 Terminal Overview
Chapter 5 - Configuring the Receiver
Chapter 6 - Jobs and Points
Chapter 7 - Measuring with System 500
Chapter 8 - Coding
Chapter 9 - The CONFIG key
Chapter 10 - Status
Chapter 11 - Applications
Chapter 12 - Utilities
Chapter 13 - Transfer
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Contents
1. Introduction ..............................................11
1.1 The GPS Antenna ............................................... 12
1.2 The GPS Receiver............................................... 13
1.3 The TR500 Terminal ............................................ 15
1.4 Data Storage ....................................................... 16
1.5 Batteries/Power Supply ........................................ 18
1.5.1 Charging the Batteries ......................................... 19
2. Equipment Set Up and Connection ....... 20
2.1 GPS Receiver ports ............................................. 21
2.2 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Static/Rapid
Static/Reference on Pillar .................................... 22
2.3 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Static/Rapid
Static/Reference on Tripod .................................. 25
2.4 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Kinematic,
Minipack and Pole ............................................... 28
2.5 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Kinematic,
All on Pole, Direct Clip of TR500 on to Sensor...... 32
2.6 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Kinematic,
All on Pole, TR500 and Sensor separated ............ 35
2.7 Equipment Setup - Real Time Reference,
single tripod ....................................................... 38
2.8 Equipment Setup - Real-Time Reference,
Two Tripods ...................................................... 41
2.9 Equipment Setup - Real-Time Rover,
Pole and Minipack ............................................... 44
2.10 Equipment Setup - Real-Time Rover,
All on Pole, direct clip of TR500 on to Sensor ....... 48
2.11 Equipment Setup - Real-Time Rover,
All on Pole, TR500 and Sensor separated ............ 51
2.12 Equipment Setup - Real Time Rover, GIS Rover . 54
2.13 Equipment Setup - Repeater Station and
Repeater Box ...................................................... 58
2.14 Using the Minipack ............................................ 61
2.15 Measuring Antenna Heights ............................... 63
2.15.1 Mechanical Reference Planes ........................... 64
2.15.2 Antenna Height components ............................. 65
2.15.3 Measuring Slope Heights ................................... 69
3. Using System 500 without a Terminal ... 70
3.1 Setting up the Equipment ..................................... 71
3.2 Operation ............................................................ 71
3.3 Shut Down........................................................... 71
3.4 LED Indicators ..................................................... 72
3.4.1 Power LED .......................................................... 72
3.4.2 Satellite Status LED ............................................. 72
3.4.3 Memory Status LED ............................................ 73
3.5 Field Record Sheet .............................................. 73
4. TR500 Terminal Overview ....................... 74
4.1 Screen Layout ..................................................... 75
4.2 Status Icons ........................................................ 77
4.3 Keyboard ............................................................. 82
4.4 General Operating Principles ............................... 83
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5. Configuring the Receiver........................ 86
5.1 Configuring the Receiver for Static and Rapid Static
Operations .......................................................... 88
5.1.1 Advanced Operation Mode for Static and Rapid
Static .................................................................... 95
5.2 Configuring the Receiver for Post-Processed
Kinematic Operations .......................................... 99
5.2.1 Advanced Operation Mode for Post-Processed
Kinematic ........................................................... 112
5.3 Configuring the Receiver for Real-Time Reference
Operations ......................................................... 116
5.3.1 Advanced Operation Mode for Real Time
Reference Stations ............................................. 124
5.4 Configuring the Receiver for Real-Time Rover
Operations ........................................................ 127
5.4.1 Advanced Operation Mode for Real Time Rover 148
6. Jobs and Points..................................... 156
6.1 Management of Jobs ......................................... 156
7. Measuring with System 500 ................. 158
7.1 Static and Rapid Static Survey, Post-Processed
Kinematic Reference ......................................... 159
7.1.1 Overview of Procedure ...................................... 160
7.1.2 Adding the Point Id ............................................ 160
7.1.3 Adding the Antenna Height ................................ 161
7.1.4 Adding a Code ................................................... 161
7.1.5 Adding a Starting Time ...................................... 163
7.1.6 Measuring procedure ......................................... 163
7.1.7 Using the ADD key ............................................ 166
7.2 Post-processed Kinematic Survey (Rover) ......... 167
7.2.1 Overview of Procedure ...................................... 168
7.2.2 Adding the Point Id ............................................ 168
7.2.3 Adding the Antenna Height ................................ 169
7.2.4 Adding a Code ................................................... 170
7.2.5 Adding a Starting Time ...................................... 171
7.2.6 Measuring Procedure ........................................ 172
7.2.7 Using the AUTO key .......................................... 174
7.2.8 Using the ADD key ............................................ 174
7.3 Real-Time Reference Stations ........................... 176
7.3.1 Measuring procedure ......................................... 177
7.3.2 Using the ADD key ............................................ 180
7.4 Real-Time Rover, Surveying New Points ............ 181
7.4.1 Overview of Procedure ...................................... 182
7.4.2 Adding the Point Id ............................................ 182
7.4.3 Adding the Antenna Height ................................ 183
7.4.4 Adding a Code ................................................... 184
7.4.5 Adding a Starting Time ...................................... 185
7.4.6 Measurement Procedure ................................... 186
7.4.7 Using the AUTO key .......................................... 190
7.4.8 Using the INIT key ............................................. 193
7.4.9 Using the ADD key ............................................ 194
7.4.10 Using the NEAR key ........................................ 206
7.4.11 Radio Down Infill .............................................. 206
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7.5 Real-Time Rover, Staking Out ............................ 208
7.5.1 Entering Stakeout .............................................. 208
7.5.2 Stake-Out Types ................................................ 209
7.5.3 The Stake-Out Screen ....................................... 210
7.5.4 Orientation ......................................................... 211
7.5.5 Polar and Orthogonal ........................................ 215
7.5.6 Using the Reverse function ................................ 216
7.5.7 Using the Redraw function ................................. 217
7.5.8 Picking up a new point ....................................... 217
7.5.9 Using the INIT key ............................................. 217
7.5.10 Using the NEAR key ........................................ 218
7.5.11 Graph .............................................................. 218
7.5.12 Aux Pt .............................................................. 219
7.5.13 Point Stake-Out - Procedure ............................ 220
7.5.14 Slope Stake-Out - Procedure ........................... 222
7.5.15 Grid Stake-Out - Procedure ............................. 226
8. Coding .................................................... 232
8.1 Thematical Coding ............................................. 232
8.1.1 Importing, Selecting and Defining a
Thematical Codelist ............................................ 233
8.1.2 Defining New Codes and Attributes ................... 234
8.1.3 Defining and Activating/Deactivating Layers ...... 235
8.1.4 Adding a Thematical Code to a Point ................. 236
8.2 Free Coding ...................................................... 237
8.2.1 Importing, Selecting and Defining a
Free Codelist ...................................................... 237
8.2.2 Defining New Codes .......................................... 238
8.2.3 Adding a Free Code .......................................... 239
9. The CONFIG Key ................................... 241
9.1 Survey - Satellite ................................................ 242
9.2 General - Units .................................................. 243
9.3 General - Language ........................................... 244
9.4 General - Hot Keys ............................................ 244
9.5 General - Time and Initial Position ...................... 245
9.6 General - Start-Up ............................................. 245
9.7 General - TR500 ................................................ 246
9.8 General - Identification ....................................... 247
9.9 Interfaces ......................................................... 247
9.10 Interfaces - Real-Time ..................................... 247
9.11 Interfaces - NMEA Output ................................ 248
9.12 Interfaces - ASCII Input .................................... 249
9.13 Interfaces - Hidden Point .................................. 253
9.14 Interfaces - GSI/User Out................................. 253
9.15 Interfaces - Remote ......................................... 254
9.16 Interfaces - PPS Out ........................................ 255
9.17 Interfaces - Event Input .................................... 256
10. Status ................................................... 259
10.1 Real-Time Input Status .................................... 259
10.2 Stop and Go Indicator ...................................... 261
10.3 Position ........................................................... 263
10.4 Logging Status ................................................. 266
10.5 Satellite Status ................................................. 267
10.6 Point Log Status .............................................. 269
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10.7 Code Log Status .............................................. 270
10.8 Message Log Status ........................................ 270
10.9 Memory/Battery Status ..................................... 270
10.10 Sensor Status ................................................ 271
10.11 Software Version Status ................................. 271
10.12 Interfaces Status ............................................ 272
11. Applications ......................................... 273
11.1 Determining a Coordinate System .................... 273
11.2 Adding Points to Existing Coordinate Systems .. 283
11.3 Point Management ........................................... 284
11.4 Calculator ........................................................ 288
11.5 Wake-up Sessions ........................................... 288
11.6 COGO ............................................................. 290
11.7 Area ................................................................ 303
11.8 Line Division .................................................... 304
12. Utilities ................................................. 307
12.1 Directory of Memory Device ............................. 307
12.2 Format Memory Module ................................... 308
12.3 Enter Security Code ......................................... 309
12.4 Self Test .......................................................... 309
13. Transfer ................................................ 310
13.1 Job .................................................................. 310
13.2 Config Set ....................................................... 310
13.3 Coordinate System ........................................... 311
13.4 Antenna Info ..................................................... 311
13.5 Codelist ............................................................ 311
13.6 ASCII/GSI to Job ............................................ 312
13.7 GSI / User ....................................................... 314
13.8 Geoid Field File................................................ 316
13.9 CSCS Field File ............................................... 316
13.10 Firmware ....................................................... 316
13.11 Firmware TR500 ............................................ 317
13.12 Language Version .......................................... 317
13.13 Application Text .............................................. 317
13.14 Almanac ........................................................ 318
13.15 Account File ................................................... 318
13.16 CFC Log Mask File ........................................ 318
13.17 Beacon Station List ....................................... 319
13.18 Modem/GSM Station List ............................... 319
13.19 System ......................................................... 319
13.20 Any File Type ................................................. 320
Appendix A - Operating and Storage
Temperatures ............................................. 321
Appendix B - Observation Times ............. 322
Appendix C - Seismic Record Format ..... 323
Appendix D - Defined Line File Format ... 324
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Appendix E - NMEA Message Formats .... 325
GGA - Global Positioning System Fix Data ............... 327
GGK - Real-Time Position with DOP ........................ 328
GGK(PT) - Real-Time Position with DOP ................. 328
GGQ - Real-Time Position with CQ .......................... 329
GLL - Geodetic Position - Latitude, Longitude ........... 329
GNS - GNSS Fix Data ............................................. 330
GSA - GPS DOP and Active Satellites ..................... 330
GSV - GPS Satellites in View ................................... 331
LLK - Leica Local Position and GDOP ...................... 331
LLQ - Leica Local Position and Quality ..................... 332
VTG - Course Over Ground and Ground Speed ....... 332
ZDA - Time and Date............................................... 333
Appendix F - Pin Assignments and
Sockets ...................................................... 334
Appendix G - Data Device Directory
Structure .................................................... 336
Appendix H - External Devices................. 338
RS232 .................................................................... 339
Radio and Repeaters............................................... 340
GSM ....................................................................... 344
Modem ................................................................... 350
RTB Module (CSI) ................................................... 352
RTS Module (Racal) ................................................ 354
SAPOS ................................................................... 356
Using a SAPOS decoder box ..................................... 356
Using a SMARTgate box ............................................ 357
Using the Telemax Service ......................................... 359
Hidden Point ........................................................... 361
Appendix I - MC500 ................................... 364
Appendix J - RS500 ................................... 369
Appendix K- GS50 / GS50+ and GIS Data
Collection ................................................... 377
Hardware and Accessories ...................................... 378
Compact Flash and Sensor Transfer........................ 382
Operation and Configuration .................................... 383
The CONFIG Key .................................................... 384
The STATUS Key .................................................... 388
Data Collection with the GS50 and GS50+ ............... 389
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1. Introduction
System 500 is used to receive signals
from GPS satellites which are then
processed to obtain a position on the
earth’s surface.
It can be used in many applications,
the main ones being Land Survey,
Stakeout and Hydrographic Survey.
The main components of System 500
are the GPS Antenna and GPS
Receiver. Ancilliary components are
the Terminal, Batteries, PC Cards and
cables.
SKI-Pro, a PC based software is also
used in conjunction with the hardware
listed above for post-processing GPS
data and for downloading coordinates
recorded in the field. Instructions for
using SKI-Pro can be found in the
accompanying printed guides and online help.
System 500 - main hardware components
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1.1 The GPS Antenna
There are several System 500 GPS
Antennas available. These are:
• AT501 Single Frequency Antenna.
• AT502 Dual Frequency Antenna.
• AT503 Dual Frequency Choke
Ring Antenna.
• AT504 JPL Design Dual Frequency Choke Ring Antenna.
• Single Frequency Choke Ring
Antenna.
The GPS Antenna is selected for use
based upon the application. The vast
majority of applications will require
the AT501 or AT502 Antenna.
The AT501 is a L1 single frequency
antenna. Use it with the SR510
Receiver. The AT502 is a dual frequency antenna. Use it with the
SR520 or SR530 Receiver.
The Choke Ring Antennas are
designed for use where the utmost
precision is required. Typical applications include Static Surveys of long
baselines, Tectonic Plate monitoring,
Reference Stations, etc.
Use the AT503 and AT504 with the
SR520 or SR530 Receiver. Use the
Single Frequency Choke Ring with
the SR510 Receiver.
Also available is a combined GPS/
RTB or GPS/ RTS antenna. Refer to
Appendix K for further information.
AT502 Antenna
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AT504 Antenna
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1.2 The GPS Receiver
The GPS Receiver is the instrument
that processes the GPS signals
received by the GPS Antenna.
There are six different models of GPS
receiver in System 500. The model
number is printed on the PC card lid.
See the detailed descriptions of each
of these receivers given down below.
SR510 - Tracks the L1 C/A code and
uses it to reconstruct the carrier
phase. Data can be stored for postprocessing in SKI-Pro. Baselines can
be calculated with a precision of up to
about 5-10mm +2ppm.
With a radio modem attached the
receiver can be used for real-time
measurements accepting RTCM code
corrections. Coordinates can be
calculated with a precision of up to
about 0.5m.
SR520 - Tracks the L1 C/A code and
L2 P-code to reconstruct the carrier
phase. When Anti-Spoofing (A-S) is
activated, the receiver switches to a
patented P-code aided tracking
technique that provides full L2 carrier
measurements and L2
pseudoranges. Data can be stored for
post-processing. Baselines can be
calculated with a precision of up to
about 3-10mm +1ppm.
With a radio modem attached the
receiver can be used for real-time
measurements accepting RTCM
code corrections. Coordinates can be
calculated with a precision of up to
about 0.5m.
SR530 - Tracks the L1 C/A code and
L2 P-code to reconstruct the carrier
phase. When Anti-Spoofing (A-S) is
activated, the receiver switches to a
patented P-code aided tracking
technique that provides full L2 carrier
measurements and L2
pseudoranges. A radio modem
attaches and the receiver can be
used for RTK operations. Coordinates
can be calculated with a precision of
up to about 1cm
Data can also be stored for postprocessing. Baselines can be calculated with a precision of up to about
3-10mm +1ppm.
System 500 GPS Receivers can be
operated with or without the TR500
Terminal (see section 1.3). The
TR500 is used for field data acquisition and for configuring the receiver.
Details of using the Receiver without
a Terminal are given in Chapter 3.
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MC500 - A ruggedized version of the
SR530 designed specifically for
Machine Control. Can also be utilised
as a dedicated GPS Reference
Station. Please refer to Appendix I for
specific details.
RS500 - A dedicated GPS Reference
Sation receiver designed for permanent installation. Please refer to
Appendix J for specific details.
GS50 - This receiver has been
specifically designed for GIS applications. Please refer to Appendix K for
more information that is specific to
the GS50 and the corresponding PCsoftware GIS DataPRO.
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1.3 The TR500 Terminal
The TR500 Terminal provides a full
user interface to all System 500 GPS
Receivers.
It can be used to set parameters in
the receiver and to steer the GPS
measurement operation.
The TR500 can be used to set and
store parameters in one GPS receiver
and then removed and used to set
parameters in another System 500
receiver. The receiver can then be
used in the field without the TR500
attached. Note that whilst this is
possible when measuring in any
mode, for a Reference or Rover, it is
recommended that the Receiver only
be used without a TR500 at Reference stations or with Static/Rapid
Static Rovers.
The TR500 is connected either
directly to the receiver or via a cable.
Data input is via a fully alphanumeric
QWERTY keyboard and an LCD
display of 32 x 12 characters which
may be illuminated.
TR500 mounted on the Receiver TR500 connected using the cable
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1.4 Data Storage
Data is stored on either an Internal
Memory or PC Card. The PC Card is
the preferred data storage medium.
The Internal Memory is an option.
The PC Card is inserted into the slot
on the front of the GPS Receiver. PC
Cards are available from Leica with
varying capacities. Note that whilst
other PC Cards may be used, Leica
recommend Leica PC cards only and
cannot be held responsible for data
loss or any other error that may occur
whilst using a non-Leica card.
To insert the PC Card in the GPS
Receiver, open the card slot door,
with the Leica Logo uppermost and
facing you, slide the card into the slot
firmly until it clicks into position. Press
the eject button at the side of the card
to remove it.
The Internal Memory is available in
8MB or 16MB capacities and resides
in the Receiver. When data has to be
downloaded to SKI-Pro, connection is
made between port 2 on the Receiver
and a serial port on the PC.
The memory device is checked
before starting a survey. If it is more
than 80% full, an information message appears.
Follow the care instructions shown on
the rear of the card. Keep the card
dry, only use within the specified
temperature range, do not bend the
card and protect it from direct shock.
Failure to follow these instructions
could result in data loss and/or
permanent damage to the card.
The card can become very hot during
use. Avoid touching the metal parts of
the card after prolonged use.
Inserting the PC Card
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PC Card versus Internal Memory
The PC Card is the preferred data
storage medium as it has the following advantages over internal memory:
• Faster download times. A PC
Card download using a PC
Card Reader or PCMCIA port is
virtually instantaneous. Internal
memory has to download
through a serial connection and
can take time.
• Flexibility / no downtime of
GPS Receiver. A PC Card can
be removed from a receiver
when it is full and replaced with
a spare. The Receiver does not
have to be taken back to the office
for downloading.
Using an Internal Memory means
however that the data has less
chance of being misplaced or lost.
This can happen when multiple PC
Cards are used for the same project.
If you are not sure about which type
of memory to use, try using a PC card
but don’t remove it from the Receiver.
You can still download as if it were
Internal Memory through any port.
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1.5 Batteries/Power Supply
System 500 will normally be powered
by two GEB121 camcorder type
batteries. which plug into the underside of the GPS receiver.
Two batteries, fully charged, will
power the SR510 and TR500 for
about 7.5 hours continuously and the
SR520/530 for about 6 hours continuously.
Operating times will be shorter when
working in cold weather and when a
radio modem is connected.
Plug in and remove the GEB121
batteries as shown opposite.
System 500 can also be powered by
the GEB71 7Ah battery or any 12V
DC power supply via either power
port, on the front face of the receiver
using an appropriate cable.
Connecting a GEB121 Battery
With the Receiver upside down and
the Leica logo on the battery facing
you, locate one end into the battery
bay. Press the opposite end of the
battery down until it audibly clicks into
place.
The battery contains toxic material and must be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner. Do not dispose of the battery in normal household or
office waste.
Removing a GEB121 Battery
Pull and hold the battery catch.
Withdraw the battery with the other
hand.
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1.5.1 Charging the Batteries
GEB121 Batteries
GEB121 Batteries can be charged
using the GKL122 or GKL111 battery
chargers. The preferred model is the
GKL122.
GEB71 Batteries
GEB71 Batteries can be charged
using the GKL122 battery charger
only.
Chargers
The GKL122 is an intelligent charger.
It will charge the batteries by the
exact amount required. This maximizes battery life. The GKL122 can
charge up to 2 GEB121 batteries at
once. The GDI121 extension plate
enables a further two batteries to be
charged from the same charger at the
same time.
Additionally, the GKL122 can charge
up to two GEB71 batteries.
The GKL111 battery charger is a
simple charger. It will charge one
GEB121 battery at a time. It will
charge the batteries by the exact
amount required. This maximizes
battery life.
The batteries are delivered
from the factory totally
discharged. They will require a full
charging cycle before the equipment
can be used. For full instructions on
battery charging, refer to the manual
accompanying the charger you are
using.
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2. Equipment Set Up and Connection
The type of equipment set up that is
used will vary with the type of site
occupation and the measuring mode.
This also applies to the way in which
the various components are connected together. There are optimal
solutions for setting up the equipment
on a tripod, in a backpack and on the
pole.
Set up on Tripod
Set up on Unipole
2. Set-up and Connection
Set up on pole with Minipack
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2.1 GPS Receiver ports
All other components of System 500
connect to the GPS Receiver.
The TR500 Terminal fits either
directly on the Receiver or can be
connected to the Terminal port using
a cable.
A Radio Modem in a housing can also
be fitted directly to the Receiver.
Alternatively, if the housing is not
being used, the radio modem can be
connected to Port 1 or Port 3 using a
cable.
The Antenna is connected to the
Receiver via the ANT Port.
External power can be connected via
a cable through Port 2.
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PORT 3
1
2
EVENT1
ON
OFF
TERMINAL
3
PWR
PPS
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1. Port 3. 8 pin Lemo.Power/data
in/out
2. Event Input 1 (Optional)
3. 5 pin Lemo. Power
4. Power ON/OFF
5. PPS Output (Optional)
6. GPS Antenna in
7. Event Input 2 (Optional)
SR530 Receiver, front panel
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LEICA SR530
EVENT2
PORT 1PORT 2/PWRANT
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8. Port 2. 5 pin Lemo. Power/data
in/out.
9. Pressure equalisation vent.
10. Port 1. 8 pin Lemo. Power/data
in/out.
11. PC Card door.
12. Terminal in/out or Remote
Interface in/out.
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2. Set-up and Connection
2.2 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Static/Rapid Static/Reference on Pillar
Use
Static/Rapid Static operations or as Reference for Kinematic.
The Receiver and TR500 (if used) can be assembled to
make one unit. One connection is made to the GPS
Antenna which is mounted on the Pillar. The Receiver and
TR500 can be kept in the case. Note that the Receiver
can be programmed with the TR500 prior to use which
can then be omitted from the set up.
Assumptions
1. GPS Antenna is mounted directly using screw fitting.
If using stub and GAD 31 adapter, procedures may
vary slightly.
2. GPS Antennas are AT501 or AT502. Procedures/
setup may vary if AT503, 504 or single frequency
choke ring are used.
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Equipment Checklist
1. GPS Antenna AT501, 502, 503,
504 or 505
2. GRT146 Carrier
3. GDF122 or GDF112 Tribrach
4. Pillar Plate (if required)
5. GEV120 2.8m Antenna Cable
6. 2, GEB121 Batteries
7. SR510/520/530 GPS Receiver
8. TR500 Terminal (if required)
9. MCF XMB-3 PC Flash Card.
10. GVP602 System 500 Transport
Case.
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2. Set-up and Connection
Procedure
1. If a pillar plate is being used,
locate it on the pillar.
2. Screw the tribrach to the pillar
plate or the pillar. Level the
tribrach.
3. Place and lock the GRT146
Carrier in the Tribrach.
4. Screw the Antenna onto the
Carrier.
5. Check that the Tribrach is still
level.
6. Connect the GPS Receiver to
the Antenna using the GEV120
Antenna cable.
7. Plug the GEB121 batteries into
the GPS Receiver.
8. Attach the TR500 Terminal to
the Receiver if required.
9. Insert the PCMCIA Flash Card
into the Receiver.
10. Switch on the system using the
ON/OFF button.
11. The Receiver can be placed in
the Transport Case for additional
protection.
The Next Steps
If the Receiver has been pre-programmed and the TR500 is not being
used, further guidance is available in
Chapter 3.
If the Receiver has been pre-programmed and the TR500 is being
used, further guidance is available in
Chapter 7.
If the Receiver requires programming
with the TR500, further guidance is
available in Chapter 5.
When Using the GAD31
adapter and GRT144 carrier,
ensure that the Antenna and GAD31
assembly slide down the full length of
the GRT144 stub. An incorrectly
mounted Antenna will have a direct
effect on your results.
In wet conditions the Re-
ceiver can be placed in the
transport case during use for extra
protection. Try to shut the case as
completely as possible.
If the Receiver is left in the
case during use in temperatures exceeding 25°C, the lid should
be left open. Refer to Appendix A for
operating and storage temperatures.
Use an external battery such
as GEB71 to extend the
operating time past 6 hours.
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2.3 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Static/Rapid Static/Reference on Tripod
Use
Static/Rapid Static operations or as Reference for Kinematic.
The Receiver and TR500 (if used) can be assembled to
make one unit. This clips to the tripod leg or is placed in
the transport container. One connection is made to the
Antenna. Note that the Receiver can be programmed with
the TR500 prior to use which can then be omitted from the
set up.
Assumptions
1. GPS Antenna is mounted directly using screw fitting.
If using stub and GAD 31 adapter, procedures may
vary slightly.
2. GPS Antennas are AT501 or AT502. Procedures/
setup may vary if AT503, 504 or single frequency
choke ring are used.
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Equipment Checklist
1. GPS Antenna AT501 or AT502
2. GRT146 Carrier
3. GDF122 or GDF112 Tribrach
4. GST20, GST05 or GST05L
Tripod
5. GZS4 Height Hook
6. GEV120 2.8m Antenna Cable
7. 2, GEB121 Batteries
8. SR510/520/530 GPS Receiver
9. TR500 Terminal (if required)
10.MCF XMB-3 PCMCIA Flash
Card.
11. GVP602 System 500 Transport
Case.
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Procedure
1. Set up the tripod.
2. Mount and level the tribrach on
the tripod.
3. Place and lock the GRT146
Carrier in the Tribrach.
4. Screw the Antenna onto the
Carrier.
5. Check that the Tribrach is still
level.
5. Insert the Height Hook into the
Carrier.
6. Connect the GPS Receiver to
the Antenna using the GEV120
Antenna cable.
7. Plug the GEB121 batteries into
the GPS Receiver.
8. Attach the TR500 Terminal to
the Receiver if required.
9. Insert the PCMCIA Flash Card
into the Receiver.
10. Using the hook on the rear of
the unit, hang it on the Tripod leg
or place it in the box.
11. Switch on the system using the
ON/OFF button on the Receiver.
The Next Steps
If the Receiver has been pre-programmed and the TR500 is not being
used, further guidance is available in
Chapter 3.
If the Receiver has been pre-programmed and the TR500 is being
used, further guidance is available in
Chapter 7.
If the Receiver requires programming
with the TR500, further guidance is
available in Chapter 5.
When Using the GAD31
adapter and GRT144 carrier,
ensure that the Antenna and GAD31
assembly slide down the full length of
the GRT144 stub. An incorrectly
mounted Antenna will have a direct
effect on your results.
In wet conditions the Re-
ceiver can be placed in the
transport case during use for extra
protection. Try to shut the case as
completely as possible.
If the Receiver is left in the
case during use in temperatures exceeding 25°C, the lid should
be left open. Refer to Appendix A for
operating and storage temperatures.
Use an external battery such
as GEB71 to extend the
operating time past 6 hours.
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2.4 Equipment Setup - Post Processed Kinematic, Minipack and Pole
Use
Post Processed Kinematic Rover.
The Receiver is placed in the Minipack. Connections are
made to the Antenna and TR500. Recommended for
extended periods of use in the field.
Assumptions
1. GPS Antenna is mounted directly using screw fitting.
If using stub and GAD 31 adapter, procedures may
vary slightly.
2. Aluminium poles are used. You may replace them
with their Carbon Fiber equivalents without any
change to these instructions.
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Equipment Checklist
1. GPS Antenna AT501 or 502
2. GLS21 Upper half aluminium
pole with screw
3. GHT25 Grip for pole
4. GHT27 Holder for TR500
5. GLS20 Lower half aluminium
pole
6. GEV141 1.2m Antenna cable
7. GEV142 1.6m Antenna cable
8. TR500 Terminal
9. 2, GEB121 Batteries
10. SR510, 520 or 530 GPS Re-
ceiver
11. GVP603 Minipack
12. MCF XMB-3 PCMCIA flash card
13. GEV97 1.8m, 5pin Lemo cable
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How to set up the equipment
1. Screw the two halves of the pole
together.
2. Slide the grip onto the pole.
Attach the TR500 holder and
tighten the screw.
3. Screw the GPS Antenna to the
top of the pole.
4. Slide the TR500 into the holder
until it clicks into place.
5. Insert the PC Card into the
Receiver and plug in the
GEB121 batteries.
6. Place the Receiver front panel
up in the Minipack with the
batteries facing outwards.
Fasten the strap around the
Receiver
7. Connect the GPS Antenna to the
Receiver using the two Antenna
cables. Connect the longest
cable to the Receiver, pass the
cable through the cable brake
and down through the opening in
the bottom corner of the
Minipack flap. Draw the required
amount of cable out of the
Minipack and tighten the cable
brake. Refer to the diagram.
8. Connect the TR500 to the port
labelled “Terminal” on the
Receiver using the 1.8m cable.
Pass it through the opening in
the bottom of the Minipack flap,
down through a cable brake and
then plug into the Receiver.
Refer to the diagram.
10. Switch on the system using the
ON/OFF button on the Receiver.
To GPS Antenna
To Terminal
Connecting the TR500 Terminal and GPS
Antenna in the Minipack
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