Spectra Precision ProMark 800 User Manual
ProMark™ 800
Getting Started Guide
Copyright Notice
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Trademarks
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FCC Notice
ProMark 800 Receiver complies with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to the Part 15 of the
FCC rules when it is used in Portable Mode. See Note below related to Class B device.
Class B digital devices NOTE: 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 and correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or locate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and 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 tech-
nician for help.
When ProMark 800 is used with an external power supply or connected to an external device using the USB
port, it complies with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to the Part 15 of the FCC rules. See Note
below related to Class A device.
Class A digital devices NOTE: This equipment has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Remark: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Spectra Precision, could void the right for user
to operate the equipment.
RF Safety Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy (SAR)
Radio transmitting devices radiate Radio Frequency (RF)
energy during its operation. RF energy can be absorbed
into the human body and potentially can cause adverse
health effects if excessive levels are absorbed. The unit
of measurement for human exposure to RF energy is
"Specific Absorption Rate" (SAR).
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Industrie Canada (IC), and other agencies around the world
have established limits that incorporate a substantial
safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons
using this equipment. In order to certify this unit for sale
in the US, Canada and Europe this unit has been tested
for RF exposure compliance at a qualified test laboratory
and found to comply with the regulations regarding exposure to RF Energy. SAR was measured with the unit
(GSM Module) transmitting at its maximum certified RF
power. Often, however, during normal operation the unit
(GSM Module) will transmit much less than maximum
power. Transmit power is controlled automatically and,
in general is reduced as you get closer to a cellular base
station. This reduction in transmit power will result in a
lower RF energy exposure and resulting SAR value.
FCC and CE UHF Safety Statement
The different versions of the UHF Transmitters are FCC
and CE compliant.
In order to comply with FCC and CE RF exposure safety
guidelines as body-worn, normal use of unit, the following must be followed:
A distance of AT LEAST 10 feet (3 m) of separation between the users body and the unit (UHF Transmitter).
This distance has been defined taken into account the
FCC and CE Requirements and the worst output power
configuration.
Do NOT use the device in a manner such that it is in direct contact with the body (e.g. on the lap). Such use will
likely exceed FCC RF safety exposure limits. See
www.fcc.gov/oet/rfsafety/ for more information on RF exposure safety.
Where to Find Information
This manual is designed to guide you through the basic
ProMark 800 procedures. You can find additional information in the ProMark 800 Reference Manual, also provided on the ProMark 800 CD.
Warranties
Refer to the ProMark 800 Reference Manual.
Table of Contents
Introduction........................................................................................1
What is ProMark 800?............................................................1
Scope of this Guide ...............................................................1
System Components Overview..............................................................2
Basic Supply.........................................................................2
Standard Accessories.............................................................2
Communication Modules and Associated Antennas ...................3
Base Accessories ...................................................................4
Equipment Description & Basic Functions.............................................5
Front Panel View ...................................................................5
Indicators & Controls .............................................................5
Bottom View..........................................................................6
Battery, Connectors & Module.................................................7
Antenna Characteristics..........................................................9
Special Button Combinations..................................................9
Display Screens ................................................................................10
Power-On Screen .................................................................10
General Status Screen..........................................................10
Memory Screens..................................................................12
Receiver Identification Screen ..............................................13
Position Computation Screen................................................13
ATL Recording Screen..........................................................15
Memory Management Screen................................................16
Screen Backlight .................................................................16
Data Transfer Screen ...........................................................16
Charging Batteries Before Use ...........................................................17
Removing the Battery from the ProMark 800..........................17
Charging the Battery ............................................................17
Inserting the Battery in the ProMark 800...............................18
RTK Base Setup ................................................................................19
RTK Rover Setup ...............................................................................20
Prerequisites.......................................................................20
Radio Link ..........................................................................20
GSM/GPRS Connection ........................................................20
Logging Raw Data .............................................................................21
Starting/Stopping Raw Data Logging......................................21
Downloading Raw Data.........................................................21
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Introduction
What is ProMark
800?
Scope of this
Guide
Congratulations! You have just acquired the latest multifrequency, multi-constellation ProMark 800 GNSS Surveying
System from Spectra Precision!
GNSS has revolutionized control surveys, topographic data
collection and construction surveying. Purchasing the right
tools for a professional job is essential in today's competitive
business environment. Learning to put these tools to work
quickly and efficiently will be the focus of the present
manual.
Compared to ProMark 500, ProMark 800 integrates the socalled “GNSS-centric” new technology, known as Z-Blade™.
By allowing the receiver to better combine all the signals
available from the different visible GNSS constellations,
Z-Blade will allow you to improve your field productivity.
In addition, because it’s easy to use, you will be able to focus
on your job and forget almost everything about the technical
aspects of your equipment. No more cables, no more clip-on
modules: ProMark 800 will be the reliable tool you are
expecting for all your GNSS survey operations!
This guide is designed to help you rapidly familiarize yourself
with your new equipment. For the sake of conciseness, only a
selection of the many ProMark 800 functions are presented
in this guide.
Most notably, in the RTK surveying section, only the use of
radios is fully described in the implementation of the data
link. The other solutions are only outlined. For a full
description of these solutions, refer to the ProMark 800
Reference Manual.
Likewise, in the Logging Raw Data section, the assumption is
made that raw data logging takes place simultaneously with
the RTK field operations, which means the setup and
configuration of the equipment is as described in the RTK
surveying section. In fact, post-processed surveys can be
conducted with ProMark 800 using optimized setups and
configurations for static, Stop&Go and kinematic surveys.
These are also discussed in the ProMark 800 Reference
Manual.
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System Components Overview
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The tables below provide an overview of the different key
items composing the ProMark 800.
Depending on your purchase and based on the type of survey
you wish to perform, you may only have some of the listed
items. Please refer to the packing list for an accurate
description of the equipment that has been delivered to you.
NOTE: Spectra Precision reserves the right to make changes
to the list of items provided below without prior notice.
Basic Supply
Item Part Number Picture
ProMark 800 GNSS receiver with standard accessories:
• 1x Li-ion rechargeable battery pack
• AC/DC power supply kit
• HI measurement tool
• USB cable, host
• USB cable, device
• GSM antenna
• GPS antenna extension
• Transport bag
• GNSS Solutions (RTK+L1 post-processing)
• Firmware options: Unlimited RTK,
GLONASS, GALILEO, GSM Modem,
20- Hz Fast Output
990657-99
Standard
Accessories
(Can be ordered separately as spare parts.)
Item Part Number Picture
USB Device to PC Cable (long)
USB Host to Device Cable (short). 702104
7.4 V-4.6 Ah Li-ion Battery
Pack (rechargeable)
702103
111374
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Communication
Modules and
Associated
Antennas
Item Part Number Picture
AC/DC Power Supply Kit (includes external AC adapter, battery charger and
cable extension for powering ProMark
800 directly from the AC adapter)
Vertical Antenna Extension 103717
HI Measurement Tool 111146-1
Field bag 206490-ASH
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87330-00: ADL Vantage Kit, 430-470
MHz, 4 W
87330-20: Accessory kit, 430-450 MHz
87330-10: Accessory kit, 450-470 MHz
ADL Vantage
ADL Vantage Pro
Radio receiver kit
(includes radio
module, whip
antenna and
small parts)
Each accessory kit includes a unity-gain
antenna, a range pole mount, a tripod
mount system, a battery accessory kit
(without the battery) and a Vantage/Vantage Pro programming cable.
87400-00: ADL Vantage Pro Kit, 430-470
MHz, 35 W
87400-20: Accessory kit, 430-450 MHz
87400-10: Accessory kit, 450-470 MHz
Each accessory kit includes a unity-gain
antenna, a range pole mount, a tripod
mount system, a 35-W radio battery bag
with 2 x 6’ cables (without the battery) and
a Vantage/Vantage Pro programming
cable.
PacCrest:
802149-30 (430-450 MHz, 12.5 kHz or
25 kHz)
802149-50 (450-470 MHz, 12.5 kHz or
25 kHz)
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Transmitter
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Transmitter
alone
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Base Accessories
Item Part Number Picture
Quad-band GSM
antenna
Power cable kit 802143
111397
Item Part Number Picture
ADL Vantage (Pro) to ProMark 800 cable
(PacCrest ref. A00630)
105659
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Equipment Description & Basic Functions
Power Button
Log Button
Scroll Button
Power LED
Display Screen
Front Panel View
Indicators &
Controls
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Power button
To turn on the ProMark 800, hold the Power button pressed
until the power LED lights up.
To turn off the ProMark 800, hold the Power button pressed
until the “Ashtech” screen is displayed. Then release the
button and wait until the ProMark 800 shuts down.
Power LED
This indicator is on when the ProMark 800 is on, and off
when it is off.
Display Screen
The display consists of a 128 x 64-pixel, 1.5-inch
monochrome yellow screen using organic LED technology
(OLED). It is oriented slightly downwards so the screen can
easily be read when the ProMark 800 is installed on top of a
range pole.
Used in conjunction with the Scroll button, the display screen
allows you to view different pages of information. See Display
Screens on page 10 for a detailed description of the
information available from this screen.
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