Leica Geosystems WORCS, GS20 User Manual
Leica Geosystems GS20
User Manual
Version 1.0
English
Leica Geosystems GS20
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Leica
Geosystems System GS20.
Symbols used in this manual
The symbols used in this User Manual have the following
meanings:
This manual contains important safety
directions (refer to chapter "Safety
directions") as well as instructions for
setting up the product and operating it.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch
on the product.
Product identification
The model and the serial number of your product are indicated on the typeplate.
Enter the model and serial number in your manual and
always refer to this information when you need to contact
your agency or authorized service workshop.
GPS Receiver Type: _______Serial No.: _______
Software-Version V: _______Build: _______
External Antenna Type: _______Serial No.: _______
DANGER:
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an
unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury and / or 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.
2
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
View of chapters
Introduction......................................................................................... 5
Description of the System ................................................................. 7
Getting Started with the new GIS equipment................................. 12
Care and Transport .......................................................................... 14
Safety Directions .............................................................................. 15
Technical Data .................................................................................. 25
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
3
Contents
Introduction................................................................ 5
The Leica Geosystems GS20..................................... 6
Overview of the User Manual ..................................... 6
Description of the System ................................... 7
Unpacking................................................................... 7
GPS Receiver............................................................. 8
Receiver Hardware ..................................................... 8
Charge the Batteries.............................................. 9
Set Up the Equipment ......................................... 11
Post-processing software .................................... 11
Getting Started with the new GIS
equipment................................................................. 12
Introduction............................................................... 12
Receiver Hardware ................................................... 13
Leica Geosystems GS20 Sensor ........................ 13
Care and Transport............................................... 14
Transport .................................................................. 14
Storage ..................................................................... 14
Cleaning and drying.................................................. 14
Safety Directions ................................................... 15
Intended use of product ........................................... 15
Permitted uses .................................................... 15
Prohibited uses ................................................... 15
Limits of use ............................................................. 16
Responsibilities ........................................................ 16
Hazards of use ......................................................... 17
Main hazards of use............................................ 17
Electromagnetic Compatability (EMC) ..................... 22
FCC statement (applicable in U.S.).......................... 24
Technical Data........................................................ 25
4
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
Introduction
For decades, Leica Geosystems has enjoyed a worldwide
technological lead in the manufacture of classical
surveying instruments and systems. Starting in 1987, Leica
Geosystems established a close business relationship with
Magnavox's commercial GPS business unit for the design
and construction of GPS surveying sensors. This culmi
nated into Leica Geosystems acquisition of the Magnavox
GPS business unit in 1994. With this purchase, the
unbroken chain of impressive "firsts" now incorporated the
field of satellite navigation and positioning technology.
Magnavox was one of the first pioneers in this arena,
playing a leading role in the development of GPS and its
predecessors. Further acquisition of the Philips Ap Navi
gator business in 1997 widened Leica Geosystems
product palette to an even greater extent.
-
-
In May 1999, Leica Geosystems entered the GIS/GPS
data collection market with the introduction of the Leica
Geosystems GS50 GPS sensor and Leica Geosystems
GIS DataPRO office software. With the integration of
ERDAS and LH Systems in 2001, Leica Geosystems has
expanded its product areas to offer four ranges of GIS and
mapping solutions - airborne data acquisition, geographic
imaging, GPS/GIS, and land information systems. Leica
Geosystems' airborne sensors, field data collectors, work
stations and software help customers create and update
GIS databases rapidly, accurately and cost effectively.
Leica Geosystems is the first choice for geographic data
acquisition systems, 2D and 3D image processing and
visualization, and mapping solutions. To find out more
about the how Leica Geosystems products and solutions
can benefit you, visit our website at
www.leica-geosystems.com
-
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
5
Introduction
The Leica Geosystems GS20
The Leica Geosystems GS20 PDM was conceived to
provide the GIS community with a GPS data collection
device that combined the simplicity of a recreational GPS
handheld with the power and flexibility of a professional
grade mapping system. The Leica Geosystems GS20
represents a true turnkey GPS/GIS mapping solution by
integrating the GPS receiver and antenna within the
chassis of handheld data collector. Add to this the built-in
efficiency of Bluetooth wireless technology and you only
need add power and sky; the rest is up to you.
Overview of the User Manual
The User Manual is intended to provide information
concerning safety, storage and technical data of the Leica
Geosystems GS20 and accessories. For additional infor
mation on the use and operation of Leica Geosystems
GS20, please refer the GS20 Field Guide (provided sepa
rately). For information concerning the use and interaction
between Leica Geosystems GIS DataPRO and the Leica
Geosystems GS20, please refer to the GIS DataPRO
Manual, found in the documentation directory of installa
tion, as well as the GIS DataPRO installation CD.
-
-
-
Introduction
6
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
Description of the System
Unpacking
Take the product out of the transport case and check that it is complete:
1 GS20 Handheld GPS Receiver
(724705)
2 GS20 Soft Case (731774)
3 GEB90 Battery, Li-Ion, 7.2V
(724117)
4 US Power Cord for Dual Bay
Charger (731772)
5 GKL24 Dual Bay Battery Charger
(731771)
6 Leica Geosystems GS20 Field
Guide
7 Leica Geosystems GS20 User
Manual
8 GS20 Case (731775)
9 Data Transfer Cable, GS20 to
RS232 (731354)
10 USB Bluetooth Module (731784)
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
7
Description of the System
GPS Receiver
The GPS Receiver receives the GPS signal from the
NAVSTAR satellites and calculates a range to all visible
satellites.
The Leica Geosystems GS20 is a 12 L1 channels, code
and phase handheld GPS receiver for professional data
mapping (PDM).
See section "Technical Data".
Receiver Hardware
In most cases, a short introduction in the use of the
Receiver will be provided by the local Leica representative.
If this is not the case proceed as outlined in the following
sections.
Alternatively refer to the FieldGuide PDF-manual available
on the GISDataPro Installation CD.
Description of the System
8
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
Charge the Batteries
Your Leica Geosystems GS20 is powered by a rechargeable 7.2 V, Li-Ion battery.
Note that a new battery's full performance is achieved only
after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles.
The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of
times but it will eventually wear out. When the operation
time is noticeably shorter than normal, it is time to buy a
new Leica Geosystems GEB90 Li-Ion Battery.
The Leica Geosystems GEB90 Li-Ion, 7.2 V, batteries may
be charged using the Leica Geosystems GKL24 Dual Bay
Battery Charger. Please find more information about your
Leica Geosystems Dual Bay Battery Charger in the GKL24
Chargers User Manual.
One batteries, fully charged, will power the GS20 for about
7 hours continuously. Operating times will be shorter when
working in cold weather.
CAUTION:
Replace Battery with the same type only. Use of another Battery may present a risk of personal injury
from fire, explosion, leakage, or excess heat.
Precautions:
Use only the Leica Geosystems GEB90 Battery to power
the GS20 or WoRcs.
CAUTION:
Charge only with Leica Geosystems GKL24
Charger. Use of another charger may present risk of
personal injury from fire, explosion, leakage, or
excess heat.
Precautions:
When charging Leica Geosystems GEB90 Batteries make
sure to use only the Leica Geosystems GKL24 Charger.
CAUTION:
Never carry a Leica Geosystems GEB90 Battery
loose. It can be affected by temperature extremes,
accidental short circuit, shock and vibration. This
may present a risk of personal Injury from fire, explosion, leakage or excess heat.
Precautions:
Always carry it in its case and secure it. When transporting
the Leica Geosystems GEB90 Battery by road vehicle, rail,
air or ship, always use the complete original packaging
(case and cardboard box), or its equivalent, to protect it
against temperature extremes, short circuit shock and
vibration.
CAUTION:
Do not dispose of battery in fire. Disposing in fire
may present a risk of personal injury from fire, explosion, leakage, or excess heat.
Precautions:
Dispose Leica Geosystems GEB90 Batteries only
according to local regulations (e.g. recycling).
Leica Geosystems GS20 User Manual-1.0.0en
9
Description of the System
Loading...