PurchaseCongratulations on the purchase of a MC 200 Depthmaster.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "5 Safety Directions" for further information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
To ensure safety when using the system, please also observe the directions and
instructions contained in the User Manual and Safety Handbook issued by the:
•Machine manufacturer,
•Controller manufacturer and
•Sensor manufacturer.
IMC200
Product
identification
The type and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Enter the model and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service
WarningThis product may be installed on building machinery only by an appropriately trained
WarningUnauthorized modification of machines by mounting the product may alter the func-
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and qualified specialist.
tion and safety of the machine.
Precautions:
Follow the instructions of the machine manufacturer. If no appropriate instruction is
available, ask machine manufacturer for instructions before mounting the product.
Press the button on the side you will be viewing to activate the indicators for that
side, or press both at start-up to activate both sides. The Power Button only function when the battery pack powers the laser sensor. Otherwise, a control panel
switch or connecting to an external battery activates the laser sensor.
Blink rapidly to indicate the position of the machine’s cutting edge relative to
grade (See below.)
d) Plumb Indicators
Blink rapidly to show the vertical position of the machine’s arm. (See below.)
e) Low Battery Indicators
Become lit when the battery pack has less than 6 hours of operating charge.
f) Cable Connector
Provides a connection to a control panel or to a 12 or 24 Volt DC battery. Use
sensor battery cable to connect to a battery: the black wire to negative; the white
wire to positive.
Shake-to-Wake:
After 5 minutes of no movement, the laser sensor goes into “stand-by” to
conserve power. Move the laser sensor to activate it (after 90 minutes of no
movement, it shuts completely off).
Allow you to easily attach the laser sensor to square and round mounting poles
without having to lift the laser sensor over the top of the pole. The laser sensor
includes shock isolators to absorb and dampen vibrations from the machine.
Magnetic Mount:
Allows the sensor to be attached to the arm of the machine.
Remove by pulling sharply from a lower corner of the magnet.
The rechargeable batteries provide power to the laser sensor for over 48 hours
on a single charge.
Recharge the battery pack by connecting a 778855 Charger, 100-240 VAC to
the charger connector.
Plug the DC power cable into the battery pack before plugging it into the mains
socket.
i) Narrow/Wide Switch
Remove the battery pack before activating the wide/narrow switch. The wide
channel is for wide band operation and the narrow channel is for narrow band
operation.
•The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is delivered with an energy content as low as possible.
•For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time (> three
months), it is effectual to make 3-5 charge/discharge cycles.
•The permissible temperature range for charging is between 0°C to +35°C/+32°F
to +95°F. For optimal charging we recommend charging the batteries at a low
ambient temperature of +10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible.
•It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the chargers
recommended by Leica Geosystems, it is not possible to charge the battery if
the temperature is too high.
Operation/Discharging
•The batteries can be operated from -20°C to +55°C/-4°F to +131°F.
•Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn; very high
operating temperatures reduce the service life of the battery.
Procedure1. Set up and level the Rotating Laser in a convenient location.
Make sure there will be a clear path between the rotating laser and laser sensor
at all times and that the laser signal will be within the 200° range of the laser
sensor.
2. Activate the laser sensor.
• If in “stand-by,” move the arm to shake the laser sensor and start it. Otherwise,
press the Power Button for the side(s) you will be viewing.
• If connected to the machine’s battery, it is on.
• If connected to a Control Panel, put the Control Panel’s Power Switch to
ON.
3. Begin digging and stop when the excavation is at the required depth.
Position the bucket and set it down at the finished elevation.
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The bucket can be in any position, but it must be in the same position each time
you make a grade check.
4. Plumb the laser sensor.
Adjust the machine’s arm so the center Plumb Indicator is blinking.
5. Loosen the laser sensor’s Mounting Clamps and slide it up or down until
the “On-Grade” Grade Position Indicator is blinking.
When using the Laser sensor with magnetic mounts, place the laser sensor in
the bracket and set it at the correct height on the arm of the machine before
The MC 200 Depthmaster can be made to operate as an excavator sensor or as a
machine control sensor. To switch between these modes - turn on the sensor, then
press the marked switch left of the Leica Logo.
In machine control mode, only the top three lights will function and the sensor will be
in narrow band.
The MC 200 Depthmaster will go into a “sleep mode” if no movement is seen in the
plumb indicator lights after five minutes. In certain applications (ie: dozers,
trenchers) it is desirable to disable this function.
Press and hold the marked switch left of the Leica Logo, then turn on the sensor.
The sensor will go through it’s normal power-up sequence, then the two outer plumb
lights will flash to indicate the sleep mode has been disabled. Now let go of the
"hidden switch" and sleep-mode is disabled, the laser sensor is set to permanent
operations. The sleep mode must be disabled each time the sensor is turned on.
ShippingWhen transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original
Shipping, transport
of batteries
Field adjustmentAfter transport, inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this user manual
When transporting the equipment in the field, always make sure that you carry the
product in its original transport container.
Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle, as it can be affected by shock and
vibration. Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it.
Leica Geosystems packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration.
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.
ProductRespect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer
Field adjustmentAfter long periods of storage inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this
Batteries•Refer to "6 Technical Data" for information about storage temperature range.
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if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "6 Technical Data" for information about
temperature limits.
user manual before using the product.
•Remove batteries from the product and the charger before storing.
•After storage recharge batteries before using.
•Protect batteries from damp and wetness. Wet or damp batteries must be dried
before storing or use.
•Respect a storage temperature range of 0°C to +20°C/+32°F to +68°F in a dry
environment to minimise self-discharging of the batteries.
•At the recommended storage temperature range, batteries containing a 50% to
100% charge can be stored for up to 180 days. After this storage period,
recharge the batteries.
WarningAdverse use can lead to injury, malfunction and damage.
It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about
hazards and how to counteract them. The product is not to be operated until the user
has been instructed on how to work with it.
WarningThe person responsible for the product must ensure that it is used in accordance
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 completely safe condition.
The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are
responsible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for
their products, and are also responsible for the effectiveness of those safety
concepts in combination with the Leica Geosystems product.
The person in charge of the product has the following duties:
•To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the
user manual.
•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.
with the instructions. This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the equipment in use.
WarningThe absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instruction, can lead to
WarningUnauthorized modification of machines by mounting the product may alter the func-
CautionWatch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or
incorrect or adverse use, and can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human,
material, financial and environmental consequences.
Precautions:
All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the directions of the person responsible for the product.
tion and safety of the machine.
Precautions:
Follow the instructions of the machine manufacturer. If no appropriate instruction is
available, ask machine manufacturer for instructions before mounting the product.
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.
CautionIf the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is
CautionInstalling near mechanically moving machine components may damage the product.
WarningWhile steering or navigating the machine accidents may occur due to
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subjected to mechanical shock, for example blows or falling, the product may be
damaged or people may sustain injury.
Precautions:
When setting-up the product, make sure that the accessories, for example tripod,
tribrach, connecting cables, are correctly adapted, fitted, secured, and locked in
position. Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress.
Precautions:
Deflect the mechanically moving machine components as far as possible and define
a safe installation zone.
a) the operator not paying attention to the surroundings (persons, ditches, traffic,
etc.), or
b) malfunctions (…of a system component, interference, etc).
Precautions:
The operator assures that the machine is operated, guided and monitored by a qualified user (e.g. driver). The user has to be able to take emergency measures, for
example an emergency stop.
WarningBy surveying during a thunderstorm you are at risk from lightning.
WarningInadequate securing of the surveying site can lead to dangerous situations, for
WarningOnly Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to repair these
CautionDuring the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate
Precautions:
Do not carry out field surveys during thunderstorms.
example in traffic, on building sites, and at industrial installations.
Precautions:
Always ensure that the survey site is adequately secured. Adhere to the regulations
governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic.
products.
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.
•By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized 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:
Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the regulations in force in
your country.
Always prevent access to the product by unauthorized personnel.
DescriptionThe term Electromagnetic Compatability is taken to mean the capability of the
WarningElectromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.
CautionThere is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is
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product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and
electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to 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.
used in conjunction with accessories from other manufacturers, for example field
computers, personal computers, two-way radios, 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 and two-way radios, pay attention
to the information about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the manufacturer.
CautionDisturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measure-
WarningIf the product is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their two
ments.
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 very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example,
near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.
Precautions:
Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions.
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.
WarningChanges or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli-
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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.
ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Patent: U.S.
4.884.939 5.742.069
Patent: Europe
0323024
BE, FR, DE, GB, IT, SW
Minutes of No Movement
Auto Shut-Off - 90 Minutes of No
Movement
Laser Requirement All Rotating Lasers (HeNe or Diode)
in wavelength range of 635 nm - 785
nm
Verticality Sensing (Factory Setting) ± 0.75° to 1.25°
Operating Temperatures 0° to 115°F (-18° to 46°C)
Storage Temperatures -10° to 150°F (-23° to 65°C)
Storage Temperatures - Battery-10°F to 131°F (-23°C to 55°C)
Weight 6 lb. (2.7 kg)
Dimensions10 x 5.7 x 3 in. (254 x 145 x 76 mm)
Construction Completely Waterproof, Shock
Protected
Mounting Bracket 1.5 to 2 in. (38 to 50 mm) Dia. Round