Leica MS50, TM50, TS50 User Manual

Leica MS50/TS50/TM50

User Manual

Version 3.0

English

MS50/TS50/TM50, Introduction

Introduction

Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a MS50/TS50/TM50 series instrument.

This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "1 Safety Directions" for further information.

Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.

Product Identification

The type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate. Always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service workshop.

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Validity of this manual

This manual applies to all MS50/TS50/TM50 instruments. Where there are differences between the various models they are clearly described.

Available documentation

Refer to the following resources for all MS50/TS50/TM50 documentation/software:

• the Leica USB documentation card

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MS50/TS50/ TM50 Quick Guide

Provides an overview of the product together with technical data and safety directions. Intended as a quick reference guide.

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MS50/TS50/ TM50 User Manual

All instructions required in order to operate the product to a basic level are contained in this User Manual. Provides an overview of the system together with technical data and safety directions.

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Name Description/Format

Nova Series Technical Reference Manual

Overall comprehensive guide to the product and application functions. Included are detailed descriptions of special software/hardware settings and software/hardware functions intended for technical specialists.

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MS50/TS50/TM50, Introduction

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MS50/TS50/TM50, Table of Contents

Table of Contents

In this manual Chapter Page

1Safety Directions

1.1 General Introduction 6

1.2 Definition of Use 7

1.3 Limits of Use 7

1.4 Responsibilities 7

1.5 Hazards of Use 8

1.6 Laser Classification 10

1.6.1 General 10

1.6.2 Distancer, Measurements with Reflectors 10

1.6.3 Distancer, Measurements without Reflectors 11

1.6.4 Red Laser Pointer 13

1.6.5 Autofocus Capability of Telescope Camera 15

1.6.6 Automatic Target Aiming ATR 16

1.6.7 PowerSearch PS 17

1.6.8 Electronic Guide Light EGL 18

1.6.9 Laser Plummet 19

1.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 20

1.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 21

2 Description of the System

2.1 System Components 25

2.2 System Concept 28

2.2.1 Software Concept 28

2.2.2 Power Concept 29

2.2.3 Data Storage Concept 29

2.3 Container Contents 30

2.4 Instrument Components 34

3User Interface

3.1 Keyboard 36

3.2 Operating Principles 37

3.3 Autofocus Capability of Telescope Camera 38

4Operation

4.1 Setting Up the TPS Instrument 39

4.2 Setting Up SmartStation 40

4.3 Setting Up SmartPole 41

4.4 Setting up for Remote Control (with the RadioHandle) 42

4.5 Setting up for Remote Control (with the TCPS29/30) 43

4.6 Fixing the Field Controller to a Holder and Pole 44

4.7 Connecting to a Personal Computer 45

4.8 Power Functions 48

4.9 Batteries 49

4.9.1 Operating Principles 49

4.9.2 Battery for the TS Instrument 49

4.9.3 Battery for SmartAntenna 50

4.10 Working with the Memory Device 52

4.11 LED Indicators 55

4.12 Guidelines for Correct Results 59

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5Check & Adjust

5.1 Overview 61

5.2 Preparation 62

5.3 Combined Adjustment (l, t, i, c, ATR and tele camera) 63

5.4 Tilting Axis Adjustment (a) 65

5.5 Adjusting the Circular Level of the Instrument and Tribrach 66

5.6 Adjusting the Circular Level of the Prism Pole 67

5.7 Inspecting the Laser Plummet of the Instrument 67

5.8 Servicing the Tripod 68

6 Care and Transport

6.1 Transport 69

6.2 Storage 69

6.3 Cleaning and Drying 70

6.4 Maintenance 70

7Technical Data

7.1 Angle Measurement 71

7.2 Distance Measurement with Reflectors 71

7.3 Distance Measurement without Reflectors 73

7.4 Distance Measurement - Long Range (LO mode) 74

7.5 Automatic Target Aiming ATR 75

7.6 Scanning 77

7.7 PowerSearch PS 78

7.8 Overview Camera 78

7.9 Telescope Camera 78

7.10 SmartStation 79

7.10.1 SmartStation Accuracy 79

7.10.2 SmartStation Dimensions 80

7.10.3 SmartAntenna Technical Data 82

7.11 Conformity to National Regulations 84

7.11.1 MS50/TS50/TM50 84

7.11.2 RadioHandle 85

7.11.3 GS08plus 86

7.11.4 GS12 87

7.11.5 GS14 88

7.11.6 GS15 89

7.11.7 Dangerous Goods Regulations 90

7.12 General Technical Data of the Instrument 91

7.13 Scale Correction 94

7.14 Reduction Formulas 97

8 Software Licence Agreement

MS50/TS50/TM50, Safety Directions

1Safety Directions

1.1 General Introduction

Description The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the

person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.

The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.

About Warning Messages

Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instrument. They appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur.

Warning messages...

• make the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the use of the product.

• contain general rules of behaviour.

For the users‘ safety, all safety instructions and safety messages shall be strictly observed and followed! Therefore, the manual must always be available to all persons performing any tasks described herein.

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardized signal words for identifying levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property damage. For your safety it is important to read and fully understand the table below with the different signal words and their definitions! Supplementary safety information symbols may be placed within a warning message as well as supplementary text.

Type Description

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DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in appreciable material, financial and environmental damage.



Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.

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1.2 Definition of Use

Intended Use • Measuring horizontal and vertical angles.

• Measuring distances.

• Recording measurements.

• Capturing and recording images.

• Automatic target search, recognition and following.

•Visualising the aiming direction and vertical axis.

• Remote control of product.

• Data communication with external appliances.

• Measuring raw data and computing coordinates using carrier phase and code signal from GNSS satellites.

• Recording GNSS and point related data.

• Computing with software.

Reasonably Foreseeable Misuse

• Use of the product without instruction.

• Use outside of the intended use and limits.

• Disabling safety systems.

• Removal of hazard notices.

• Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is permitted for certain functions.

• Modification or conversion of the product.

• Use after misappropriation.

• Use of products with obvious damages or defects.

• Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Leica Geosystems.

• Inadequate safeguards at the working site.

• Aiming directly into the sun.

1.3 Limits of Use

Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not

suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments.

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DANGER

Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product.

1.4 Responsibilities

Manufacturer of the product

Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosystems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.

Person responsible for the product

The person responsible for the product has the following duties:

• To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the user manual.

• To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions.

• To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention.

• To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application becomes unsafe.

• To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of e.g. radio transmitters or lasers are respected.

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1.5 Hazards of Use

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CAUTION

Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been misused, modified, stored for long periods or transported.

Precautions:

Periodically carry out test measurements and perform the field adjustments indicated in the user manual, particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after important measurements.

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DANGER

Because of the risk of electrocution, it is dangerous to use poles and extensions in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.

Precautions:

Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and follow their instructions.

NOTICE

With the remote control of products, it is possible that extraneous targets will be picked out and measured.

Precautions:

When measuring in remote control mode, always check your results for plausibility.

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CAUTION

Be careful when pointing the product towards the sun, because the telescope functions as a magnifying glass and can injure your eyes and/or cause damage inside the product.

Precautions:

Do not point the product directly at the sun.

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WARNING

During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental conditions around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic.

Precautions:

The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing dangers.

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WARNING

Inadequate securing of the working site can lead to dangerous situations, for example in traffic, on building sites, and at industrial installations.

Precautions:

Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured. Adhere to the regulations governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic.

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CAUTION

If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is subjected to mechanical shock, for example blows or falling, the product may be damaged or people can sustain injury.

Precautions:

When setting-up the product, make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted, fitted, secured, and locked in position.

Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress.

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WARNING

If the product is used with accessories, for example masts, staffs, poles, you may increase the risk of being struck by lightning.

Precautions:

Do not use the product in a thunderstorm.

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WARNING

During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard.

Precautions:

Before shipping the product or disposing of it, discharge the batteries by running the product until they are flat.

When transporting or shipping batteries, the person in charge of the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed. Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company.

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WARNING

High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leakage, fire or explosions of the batteries.

Precautions:

Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures. Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids.

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WARNING

If battery terminals are short circuited e.g. by coming in contact with jewellery, keys, metalized paper or other metals, the battery can overheat and cause injury or fire, for example by storing or transporting in pockets.

Precautions:

Make sure that the battery terminals do not come into contact with metallic objects.

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WARNING

If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen:

• If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may impair health.

• If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination.

• By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised persons to use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination.

Precautions:

Product-specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leicageosystems.com/treatment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer.

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WARNING

Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products.

The product must not be disposed with household waste. Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country. Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel.

MS50/TS50/TM50, Safety Directions

1.6 Laser Classification

1.6.1 General

General The following chapters provide instructions and training information about laser safety

according to international standard IEC 60825-1 (2014-05) and technical report IEC TR 60825-14 (2004-02). The information enables the person responsible for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.

1.6.2 Distancer, Measurements with Reflectors

General The EDM module built into the product produces a visible laser beam which emerges

from the telescope objective. The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

These products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation and are not harmful to the eyes provided that the products are used and maintained in accordance with this User Manual.

Labelling

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According to IEC TR 60825-14 (2004-02), products classified as laser class 1, class 2 and class 3R do not require:

• laser safety officer involvement,

• protective clothes and eyewear,

• special warning signs in the laser working area

if used and operated as defined in this User Manual due to the low eye hazard level.



National laws and local regulations could impose more stringent instructions for the safe use of lasers than IEC 60825-1 (2014-05) and IEC TR 60825-14 (2004-02).

Description Value

TS50/TM50 MS50

Wavelength 658 nm

Maximum average radiant power 0.34 mW 0.33 mW

Pulse duration 800 ps 700 ps

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 100 MHz 1.1 MHz

Beam divergance 1.5 mrad x 3 mrad

a) Laser beam

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1.6.3 Distancer, Measurements without Reflectors

General The EDM module built into the product produces a visible laser beam which emerges

from the telescope objective.

The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 3R in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

Direct intrabeam viewing may be hazardous (low eye hazard level), in particular for deliberate ocular exposure. The beam may cause dazzle, flash-blindness and afterimages, particularly under low ambient light conditions. The risk of injury for laser class 3R products is limited because of:

a) unintentional exposure would rarely reflect worst case conditions of (e.g.) beam

alignment with the pupil, worst case accommodation,

b) inherent safety margin in the maximum permissible exposure to laser radiation

(MPE)

c) natural aversion behaviour for exposure to bright light for the case of visible

radiation.

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CAUTION

From a safety perspective, class 3R laser products should be treated as potentially hazardous.

Precautions:

1) Prevent direct eye exposure to the beam.

2) Do not direct the beam at other people.

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CAUTION

Potential hazards are not only related to direct beams but also to reflected beams aimed at reflecting surfaces such as prisms, windows, mirrors, metallic surfaces, etc.

Precautions:

1) Do not aim at areas that are essentially reflective, such as a mirror, or which could emit unwanted reflections.

2) Do not look through or beside the optical sight at prisms or reflecting objects when the laser is switched on, in laser pointer or distance measurement mode. Aiming at prisms is only permitted when looking through the telescope.

Description Value

TS50/TM50 MS50

Wavelength 658 nm

Maximum average radiant power 4.8 mW 1.7 mW

Pulse duration 800 ps 1.5 ns

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 100 MHz 2 MHz

Beam divergance 0.2 mrad x 0.3 mrad

NOHD (Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance) @ 0.25s

44 m 21 m

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Labelling

Laser Radiation

Avoid direct eye exposure

Class 3R Laser Product

according to IEC 60825-1

(2014 - 05)

= 4.8 mW

 = 658 nm

tp = 1.5 ns

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Pav = 1.8mW λ = 658nm tp = 15 00ps

IEC 60825-1:2014

Complies with FD A performan ce standards fo r laser product s except for deviations purs uant to Laser Not ice No. 50, date d June 24, 2007.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is su bject to the follo wing two condi tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This devic e must accept any i nterferenc e received, inc luding inter ference that may cause undes ired operati on.

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1.6.4 Red Laser Pointer

General The laser pointer built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which

emerges from the telescope objective.

The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 3R in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

a) unintentional exposure would rarely reflect worst case conditions of (e.g.) beam

alignment with the pupil, worst case accommodation,

b) inherent safety margin in the maximum permissible exposure to laser radiation

(MPE)

c) natural aversion behaviour for exposure to bright light for the case of visible

radiation.

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CAUTION

From a safety perspective, class 3R laser products should be treated as potentially hazardous.

Precautions:

1) Prevent direct eye exposure to the beam.

2) Do not direct the beam at other people.

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CAUTION

Potential hazards are not only related to direct beams but also to reflected beams aimed at reflecting surfaces such as prisms, windows, mirrors, metallic surfaces, etc.

Precautions:

1) Do not aim at areas that are essentially reflective, such as a mirror, or which could emit unwanted reflections.

Description Value

TS50/TM50 MS50

Wavelength 658 nm

Maximum average radiant power 4.8 mW 1.7 mW

Pulse duration 800 ps 1.5 ns

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 100 MHz 2 MHz

Beam divergance 0.2 mrad x 0.3 mrad

NOHD (Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance) @ 0.25s

44 m 21 m

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Labelling

Laser Radiation

Avoid direct eye exposure

Class 3R Laser Product

according to IEC 60825-1

(2014 - 05)

= 4.8 mW

 = 658 nm

tp = 1.5 ns

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Pav = 1.8mW λ = 658nm tp = 15 00ps

IEC 60825-1:2014

Complies with FD A performan ce standards fo r laser product s except for deviations purs uant to Laser Not ice No. 50, date d June 24, 2007.

123456

S.No.:

123456

Art.No.:

Equip.No.: 1234567 Power: 12-18V 40W max

Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg

Manufactured: 20XX Made in Switze rland

XX50

Typ e:

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1.6.5 Autofocus Capability of Telescope Camera

General The models TS50, TM50 I and MS50 of Leica Nova series contain a coaxial telescope

camera with autofocus capability. When using the auto focus functions a visible laser beam may emerge from the tele-

scope (depending on the focussing mode).

The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

These products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation and are not harmful to the eyes provided that the products are used and maintained in accordance with this User Manual.

Labelling

Description Value

TS50/TM50 I MS50

Wavelength 658 nm

Maximum average radiant power 0.37 mW 0.1 mW

Pulse duration 800 ps 1.5 ns

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 100 MHz Irregular packages

max. 670 kHz

Beam divergance 0.2 mrad x 0.3 mrad

a) Laser beam

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1.6.6 Automatic Target Aiming ATR

General The Automatic Target Aiming built into the product produces an invisible laser beam

which emerges from the telescope objective.

The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

These products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation and are not harmful to the eyes provided that the products are used and maintained in accordance with this User Manual.

Labelling

Description Value

TM50 TS50 MS50

Wavelength 785 nm

Maximum average radiant power 3 mW 4.4 mW

Pulse duration 17 ms

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 29 Hz 180 Hz

Beam divergance 11 mrad 25 mrad

a) Laser beam

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1.6.7 PowerSearch PS



This is only applicable for MS50 and TS50 I.

General The PowerSearch built into the product produces an invisible laser beam which

emerges from the front side of the telescope.

The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

These products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation and are not harmful to the eyes provided that the products are used and maintained in accordance with this User Manual.

Labelling

Description Value

Wavelength 850 nm

Maximum average radiant power 11 mW

Pulse duration 20 ns, 40 ns

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 24.4 kHz

Beam divergance 0.4 mrad x 700 mrad

a) Laser beam

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1.6.8 Electronic Guide Light EGL



This is only applicable for MS50 and TS50 I.

General The Electronic Guide Light built into the product produces a visible LED beam which

emerges from the front side of the telescope.



The product described in this section, is excluded from the scope of IEC 608251 (2014-05): “Safety of laser products”. The product described in this section, is classified as exempt group in accordance with IEC 62471 (2006-07) and does not pose any hazard provided that the product is used and maintained in accordance with this user manual.

a) LED beam red b) LED beam yellow

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1.6.9 Laser Plummet

General The laser plummet built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which

emerges from the bottom of the product.

The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 2 in accordance with:

• IEC 60825-1 (2014-05): "Safety of laser products"

These products are safe for momentary exposures but can be hazardous for deliberate staring into the beam. The beam may cause dazzle, flash-blindness and after-images, particularly under low ambient light conditions.

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CAUTION

From a safety perspective, class 2 laser products are not inherently safe for the eyes.

Precautions:

1) Avoid staring into the beam or viewing it through optical instruments.

2) Avoid pointing the beam at other people or at animals.

Labelling

Description Value

Wavelength 640 nm

Maximum average radiant power 0.95 mW

Pulse duration 10 ms - cw

Pulse repetition frequency (PRF) 1 kHz

Beam divergance <1.5 mrad

Laser Radiation

Do not stare into the beam

Class 2 Laser Product

according to IEC 60825-1

(2014 - 05)

= 0.95 mW

 = 640 nm

a) Laser beam b) Exit for laser beam

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1.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC

Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product

to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to other equipment.

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WARNING

Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in

this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed.

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CAUTION

There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is used with accessories from other manufacturers, for example field computers, personal computers or other electronic equipment, non-standard cables or external batteries.

Precautions:

Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Leica Geosystems. When combined with the product, they meet the strict requirements stipulated by the guidelines and standards. When using computers or other electronic equipment, pay attention to the information about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the manufacturer.

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CAUTION

Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measurements.

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.

Precautions:

Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions.

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CAUTION

If the product is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their two ends, for example external supply cables, interface cables, the permitted level of electromagnetic radiation may be exceeded and the correct functioning of other products may be impaired.

Precautions:

While the product is in use, connecting cables, for example product to external battery, product to computer, must be connected at both ends.

Radios or Digital Cellular Phones

Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices:

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WARNING

Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installations, in medical devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in aircraft. It can also affect humans and animals.

Precautions:

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in the vicinity of filling stations or chemical installations, or in other areas where an explosion hazard exists.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices near to medical equipment.

• Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in aircraft.

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1.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S.



The greyed paragraph below is only applicable for products without radio.

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WARNING

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WARNING

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Labelling MS50/TS50/TM50

Labelling GS08plus, GS12

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Pav = 1.8mW λ = 658nm tp = 15 00ps

IEC 60825-1:2014

Complies with FD A performan ce standards fo r laser product s except for deviations purs uant to Laser Not ice No. 50, date d June 24, 2007.

123456

S.No.:

123456

Art.No.:

Equip.No.: 1234567 Power: 12-18V 40W max

Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg

Manufactured: 20XX Made in Switze rland

XX50

Typ e:

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MS50/TS50/TM50, Description of the System

2 Description of the System

2.1 System Components

Main components

Terms and abbreviations

The following terms and abbreviations can be found in this manual:

Component Description

MS50/TS50/TM50 • an instrument for measuring, calculating and capturing

data.

• comprised of various models with a range of accuracy classes.

• integrated with an add-on GNSS system to form SmartStation.

• combined with a CS field controller to conduct remote control surveys.

• connected with LGO to view, exchange and manage data.

CS field controller A multi-purpose field controller enabling the remote control

of MS50/TS50/TM50.

LGO/Infinity An office software consisting of a suite of standard and

extended programs for the viewing, exchange and management of data.

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Term Description

RCS Remote Control Surveying EDM Electronic Distance Measurement

EDM refers to the laser distancer incorporated into the instrument which enables distance measurement.

Two measuring modes are available:

• Prism mode. This mode refers to the ability to measure distances to prisms. On the TS50/TM50, it incorporates the LO mode to measure extended distances to prisms. On the MS50, the STD mode is used for the whole distance range including extended distance prisms.

• Any surface mode. This mode refers to the ability to measure distances without prisms.

PinPoint PinPoint refers to the Reflectorless EDM technology which

enables an increased measuring range with a smaller laser spot size. Two options are available: R1000 and R2000.

EGL Electronic Guide Light

MS50/TS50/TM50, Description of the System

An EGL fitted to an instrument assists with prism targeting. It consists of two differently coloured flashing lights located in the instrument telescope housing. The person holding the prism can align themselves into the line-of-sight of the instrument.

ATR Automated Target Aiming.

ATR refers to the instrument sensor which enables the automatic target aiming to a prism.

Autofocus Instruments equipped with autofocus offer an automatic

focussing of the telescope optics.

Automated Instruments fitted with Target aiming are referred to as Auto-

mated.

Target aiming refers to the instrument sensor which enables

the automatic target aiming to a prism.

Three automation modes are available with Target aiming:

•Manual: no Target aiming - no automation and no lock.

• Automatic: automatic target aiming to a prism.

• LOCK: automatic tracking of an already targeted prism.

Telescope camera The camera is coaxially located in the instruments telescope

using the 30x magnification of the telescope optics.

Overview camera The overview camera is located in the upper part of the tele-

scope housing and has a fixed focus without optical magnification.

PowerSearch PowerSearch refers to the instrument sensor which enables

the automatic rapid finding of a prism.

SmartStation A Leica Nova TPS instrument integrated with an add-on GNSS

system, comprising hardware and software components, forms a SmartStation.

Components of a SmartStation include a SmartAntenna and a SmartAntenna Adapter.

A SmartStation provides an additional instrument setup method for determining instrument station coordinates.

The GNSS principles and functionality of a SmartStation derive from the principles and functionality of Leica Viva GNSS instruments.

SmartAntenna SmartAntenna with integrated Bluetooth is a component of

a SmartStation. It can also be used independently on a pole with a CS10/CS15 field controller. Models compatible with a MS50/TS50/TM50 instrument are GS08plus/GS12/GS14/GS15. Where there are differences between the various models they are clearly described.

RadioHandle A component of RCS is the RH16/RH17 RadioHandle. It is an

instrument carry handle with an integrated radio modem with attached antenna.

Communication side cover

Communication side cover with integrated Bluetooth, SD card slot, USB port, WLAN and integrated RadioHandle is standard for a MS50/TS50/TM50 instrument and a component of a SmartStation. In combination with the RH16/RH17 RadioHandle, it is also a component of RCS.

Term Description

MS50/TS50/TM50, Description of the System

Instrument models

Model

TM50

R1000

TM50 I

R1000

TS50 I

R1000

MS50

R2000

Angle measurement 

Distance measurement to prism 

Distance measurement to any surface (reflectorless) 

Motorised 

Automatic Target Aiming (long range) --

Automatic Target Aiming - - 

Lock - - 

PowerSearch (PS) - - 

Overview camera - 

Telescope camera - 

Scanning - - - 

RS232 and USB interface 

SD card and USB stick as storage device 

Bluetooth 

WLAN 

Internal Flash Memory (1 GB) 

Hotshoe interface for RadioHandle 

Guide Light (EGL) - - 

Autofocus - 

Uninterruptible electronic power supply due to internal charging functionality

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MS50/TS50/TM50, Description of the System

2.2 System Concept

2.2.1 Software Concept

Description All instruments use the same software concept.

Software for TS models

Software upload

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Uploading software can take some time. Ensure that the battery is at least 75% full before beginning the upload, and do not remove the battery during the upload process.

Software type Description

TS firmware (TS_xx.fw)

This important software covers all functions of the instrument.

The applications Survey and Setup are integrated into the

firmware and cannot be deleted.

The English language is integrated into the firmware and cannot be deleted.

Language software (SYS_LANG.sxx)

Numerous languages are available for the TS instruments. This software is also referred to as system language.

The English language is the default language. One language is chosen as the active language.

Applications (xx.axx)

Many optional survey-specific applications are available for the TS instruments.

Some of the applications are activated freely and require no licence key, and others require purchasing and are only activated with a licence key.

Applications requiring an activation run for a 180 days trial period without prior activation.

Customised applications (xx.axx)

Customised software, specific to user requirements, can be developed using the GeoC++ development kit in addition to run Windows CE-based applications if GeoCOM robotics licence is available. Information on the GeoC++ development environment is available on request from a Leica Geosystems representative.

Software for Description

All TS models The SmartWorx Viva is stored in the flash RAM of the TS

instrument.

Software update instructions

• Download the most recent TS firmware file from https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com. Refer to "Introduction".

• Connect the TS instrument to your PC. Refer to "4.7 Connecting to a Personal Computer".

• Copy the TS firmware file onto a folder system on the Leica SD card.

• Start the TS instrument. In SmartWorx Viva select

User\Tools & other utilities\Load firmware & Apps. Select Object to transfer: Firmware.

• A message will appear when the upload is complete.

MS50/TS50/TM50, Description of the System

2.2.2 Power Concept

General Use the batteries, chargers and accessories recommended by Leica Geosystems to

ensure the correct functionality of the instrument.

Power Options

2.2.3 Data Storage Concept

Description Data is stored on a memory device. The memory device can be an SD card or internal

memory. For data transfer an USB stick can also be used.

Memory device

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While other SD cards can be used, Leica Geosystems recommends to only use Leica SD cards and is not responsible for data loss or any other error that can occur while using a non-Leica card.

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Unplugging connecting cables or removing the SD card or USB stick during the measurement can cause loss of data. Only remove the SD card or USB stick or unplug connecting cables when the TS instrument is switched off.

Transfer Data Data can be transferred in various ways. Refer to "4.7 Connecting to a Personal

Computer".

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SD cards can directly be used in an OMNI drive as supplied by Leica Geosystems. Other PC card drives can require an adaptor.

Model Power supply

All instrument types Internally by GEB242 battery, OR

Externally by GEV219 cable and GEB371 battery.

If an external power supply is connected and the internal battery is inserted, then the external power is used for the standard setting. It is possible to configure the main power source to either internal battery or external power supply. If both power sources are available the internal battery serves as an uninterruptible electronic power supply due to internal charging functionality of the internal battery.

SmartAntenna Internally via GEB212 battery fitted into the antenna.

SD card: All instruments have an SD c ard slot fit ted as stand ard. A n

SD card can be inserted and removed. Available capacity:

1GB and 8GB. USB stick: All instruments have a USB port fitted as standard. Internal memory: All instruments have an internal memory fitted as

standard. Available capacity: 1 GB.

MS50/TS50/TM50, Description of the System

2.3 Container Contents

Container for MS50/TS50/TM50 and accessories

a) Cover for eyepiece b) Cover for objective c) SD card and cover d) MS1 industrial 1 GB USB memory stick e) Counterweight for diagonal eyepiece f) Stylus g) Instrument with tribrach and standard handle or RadioHandle h) GFZ3 or GOK6 diagonal eyepiece i) Manuals and USB documentation card j) Protective cover for instrument, sunshade for objective lens and cleaning cloth k) Container straps l) Room for standard handle m) GEV234 Data transfer cable n) GEB242 battery

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