Spectra Precision Survey Pro v4.9 User Manual

Main Menu

Main Menu File Menu Job Menu Survey Menu Survey Menu for GNSS Survey Menu for GNSS Post Processing Leveling Menu Stakeout Menu Stakeout Menu for GNSS Inverse Menu COGO Menu Curve Menu Roads Menu Adjust Menu Miscellaneous Screens Appendix

Main Menu

The Main Menu is the starting point where all the other screens described in this manual are accessed. The area at the bottom of the screen is called the command bar. The small buttons in the command bar are used as

follows:

About

Tapping the icon (available on the Recon and Nomad only) or selecting File | About opens the About screen.

Online Help

Tapping the button opens the online help, which allows you to access information similar to the information you would find in the reference manual for each screen.

Surveying Mode

The instrument icon indicates which collection mode the software is running in. There are four possible surveying modes:

Conventional RTK GPS Post Processing GPS Leveling

Tapping this icon will open a list of options to do any of the following:

Switch to another instrument mode. Select a different instrument profile. Quickly access the Instrument Settings screen.

Map View

Opens a Map View of the current job can be displayed by tapping the button.

Quick Pick

The (Quick Pick) button is used to quickly access any of a variety of commonly-used routines. The list of routines available is customizable using the Quick Pick Editor.

The User’s Manual also contains more information on using the Quick Pick button and Quick Pick Editor.

Battery Level

The battery icon at the bottom of the Main Menu displays the condition of the data collector’s rechargeable battery. The icon has five variations depending on the level of charge remaining: 100%, 75%, 50%, 25%, 5% and charging.

Tapping the battery icon is a shortcut to the Microsoft Power Settings screen. You can get more information while viewing this screen from the online help.

Other Command Bar Buttons

The following command bar buttons are available in screens other than the Main Menu. Each is described below.

(OK): Performs the desired action then closes the current screen.

(Cancel): Closes the current screen without performing the action intended by the screen.

(Close): Closes the current screen.

(Settings): Opens the Settings screen associated with the current screen.

(GPS Status): This is used to view the current status and access the settings for a GPS receiver when using the GeoLock feature (see the User's Manual). It is only available from the Remote Control and Remote Shot screens when using a Trimble or Geodimeter robotic total station.

File Menu

The File Menu Index contains routines to transfer files between the Data Collector and another device.

Open/New Index Save As Import Index Export Index Import Control Index Backup & Restore Index Transfer Register Modules About Exit

Main Index

Open/New Job Index

Open / New Screen Create New Job - File Name Screen Create New Job - Select Control File Screen Create New Job- Units and Format Screen Create New Job- Enter First Point Screen Create New Job-Enter First Point Screen (No Control or External Control Import) Open File

File Menu Index Main Index

Import Data Index

Import Coordinates Import .JOB Coordinates Import .CR5 Coordinates Import .TXT Coordinates Import .TXT Coordinates- Screen 2 Import LandXML Import JobXML Confirm Point Replace

File Menu Index Main Index

Export Data Index

Export Coordinates

Export Coordinates - Screen 2

Export .JOB Coordinates

Export Old .JOB Coordinates Export .CR5 Coordinates Export .TXT Coordinates Export .TXT Coordinates- Screen 2 Export .CSV Coordinate Export LandXML File Export JobXML File

File Menu Index Main Index

Import Control Index

Import Control File Menu Index

Main Index

Backup & Restore Index

Backup / Restore Job Backup / Restore- Archive Properties Backup / Restore- Backup Backup / Restore- Create a Snapshot Backup / Restore- Restore

File Menu Index Main Index

Open / New

[File] [Open / New] The Open / New screen is used to open a recent job or create a new one. This screen also appears when the software is

first started. [Open]: opens the job selected in the Open a Recent Job list. [Browse…]: will open the Open screen where an existing job to open can be selected. [New…]: will open the New screen where a new job can be created.

New Job

[File] [Open / New] [New…]

The New Job screen is used to create a new job.

Create a New Job - File Name Screen

Directory: displays the directory where the current job will be stored. Job Name: is where the name of the new job is entered. The default name is the current date. [Browse…] (upper): allows you to select a different directory where to store the new job. Use or Import a Control File: when checked, you can import the points from a different job as control points. If you

click [Next >] in this screen, it opens a Units and Format screen where job details are defined. [Next >]: opens the next screen where job details are defined.

Note: Pressing [Next>] may result in a warning if you have chosen a folder in the data collector’s RAM instead of a location on an external CF card.

(Cancel): cancels the creation of a new job and brings you back to the Main Menu.

Create a New Job – Select Control File Screen

Import Control Points: check to import control points into the new job and records are written to the raw data file. Use External Control File: check to reference control points from the control file. The points are not imported into

the job and are not written to the raw data file. [Browse…]: allows you to select a job to import control points from. [<Back]: returns you to the first screen. If you do not want to use a control file, clear the Use or Import a Control

File check box. Next >]: opens the Units and Format screen where job details are defined.

Create a New Job – Units and Format Screen

Azimuth Type: specifies if you are surveying with a North Azimuth or South Azimuth. Units for Distances: specifies if your distances will be entered in International Feet, US Survey Feet, or Meters.

Note: You can enter a distance in any distance field in units other than what is set for the job by appending the

distance value with the following characters:

f or ft or ift = International Feet usf or usft = US Survey Feet i or in = Inches m = Meters cm = Centimeters mm = Millimeters

c or ch = Chains

Once the cursor leaves that field, the distance will be converted automatically. (A space between the value and the unit

abbreviation is optional.)

Units for Angles: specifies if angles will be entered in Degrees or Grads. Adjust for Earth Curvature / Refraction: when checked, the elevations recorded from all shots will be adjusted to

compensate for earth curvature and refraction. Use Scale Factor: when checked, all horizontal distances when taking shots will be adjusted by the scale factor entered

here. [Next >]: opens the the Enter First Point screen, where you can specify how to generate the initial coordinates for the

job. If you are not importing a control file, you must enter the coordinate for the first point. If you are importing a control file, entering a coordinate is optional.

(Cancel): cancels the creation of a new job and brings you back to the Main Menu.

Create a New Job – Enter First Point Screen

This screen will only appear when the Import Control File checkbox was checked in the first Create a New Job screen.

Enter First Point: when this box is checked, the additional fields will appear allowing you to create a new point.

Note: Although all new jobs must have at least one point, creating a new point in this case is optional since points are

already being loaded into the job in the form of control points.

Point Name: is the name of the initial point. Northing: is the Y-coordinate of the initial point. Easting: is the X-coordinate of the initial point. Elevation: is the elevation of the initial point. Description: is the description of the initial point.

[< Back]: returns you to the first screen. [Finish]: stores a new job file and raw data file using the specified information.

(Cancel): cancels the creation of a new job and brings you back to the Main Menu.

Create a New Job – Enter First Point Screen (No Control or External Control Import)

Point Name: is the name of the initial point.

Northing: is the Y-coordinate of the initial point.

Easting: is the X-coordinate of the initial point.

Elevation: is the elevation of the initial point. Description: is the description of the initial point.

[< Back]: returns you to the first screen. [Finish]: stores a new job file and raw data file using the specified information.

(Cancel): cancels the creation of a new job and brings you back to the Main Menu.

Open

[File] [Open/New] [Browse…] The Open screen is used to open any existing job and is required to open a job that is not listed in the Recent Job list

in the Open / New screen. A list of all the jobs in the current directory is displayed. Simply tap on the job name that you want to open and then

tap .

Note: A *.CR5 file can be opened just like any *.JOB file. When a *.CR5 file is opened, it is automatically converted and stored to a *.JOB file with the same name. If a matching *.RW5 raw data file exists, it too will be converted and saved to a *.RAW file with a note inserted indicating that the conversion took place.

When a job is being opened, the Loading JOB file screen will open briefly and display the status of the loading process.

Save As

[File] [Save As] The Save As screen allows you to save a copy of the current job under a new name. The copy that is created will then

become the current job. The Save As screen is identical to that found in other Windows applications. Simply enter a new name for the current

job and then tap the [Save] button.

Note: It is not necessary to include the .JOB extension since it will automatically be added for you.

Import

[File] [Import]

The Import screen is used to add the points from another source into the current job or import the data from a

LandXML file to the current job.

Warning: Coordinate values can change when they are imported!

Importing coordinates from any source other than a *.JOB file requires that the distance units used in the source file be specified. It is not necessary to specify the distance units when importing coordinates from a *.JOB file since those units are written within the file.

If importing coordinates where the distance units in the source file are different than the distance units for the current job, the imported coordinates will be converted to the current job’s distance units when they are imported. This is normally the desired result, but it can cause a problem if any distance units were set incorrectly. This situation can most commonly occur when working with International Feet and US Survey Feet where the conversion from one to the other is not always obvious.

Usually the difference between International Feet and US Survey Feet is negligible (2 parts per million), but when dealing with State Plane or UTM mapping plane coordinates, which are often very large in magnitude, the difference can be substantial if the coordinates are converted from one format to the other.

If importing coordinates from a source, such as an HP 48, where you are not sure if the units are in International Feet or US Survey Feet into a job that is set to International Feet or US Survey Feet, you will usually just want to import them without any conversion being performed. To do this, be sure to select the same distance units for the source file as those set for the current job.

Coordinates from a variety of file types can be imported into the current job. The first Import screen is used to select from the file types listed below. The next screen that opens depends on the selection made here.

Job Files (*.JOB): import coordinates from another Job file. Coordinate Files (*.CR5): import coordinates from a CR5 coordinate file.

GPS Files (*.GPS): import coordinates from a GPS coordinate file.

Text Files (*.TXT): text files can contain coordinates in several different possible formats. The Import ASCII

Wizard is used to define the format of the text file being imported. Text Files (*.CSV): this is a simplified text file import routine where the source file is comma delimited and has a *.CSV extension.

LandXML Files (*.xml): imports points, alignments, polylines, and parcels from a LandXML file.

Import *.JOB Coordinates

When importing coordinates from another *.JOB file, the Import screen is used. A list of all the jobs available in the current directory is displayed. Simply tap on the job name that you want to import

and then tap the button. The points in the selected job will be added to the points in the current job.

Import *.CR5 Coordinates

The Import CR5 screen will open when importing coordinates from a *.CR5 coordinate file after selecting a layer. Simply select the distance units that the coordinates were stored in and tap .

Import *.TXT Coordinates

Since the coordinates in an ASCII *.TXT file can be stored in a variety of formats, two screens are used to define the format of the file that is being imported once a layer is selected. The source *.TXT file can contain either plane coordinates or geodetic coordinates.

Delimiters: is the character that separates each column of text in the ASCII file. Units: are the units that the distances in the file were stored in. Coordinates: is used to specify if the coordinates are plane coordinates, geodetic coordinates in degrees-minutes-

seconds format, or geodetic coordinates in decimal format. Skip the first row: should be checked if the first line in the ASCII file contains non-coordinate information, such as a

heading. [Next >]: opens the second screen.

Import *.TXT Coordinates – Screen Two

[> Name Column No.] / [> Start Point Name]: When the first option is selected here, the column number used for the name field in the *.TXT file is specified here. When the second option is selected, it is assumed that the *.TXT file does not contain point names and will assign the first point the name specified here and increment to the next available point name for the remaining points.

Columns: is where the column number for each specified coordinate exists in the source *.TXT file. The coordinates types displayed here can either be for plane coordinates or geodetic coordinates depending on the selections made in the previous screen. If a coordinate has a checkbox, which is unchecked, it is assumed that the source *.TXT file does not contain columns for that type of coordinate.

Specify Missing Elevation Threshold: if the source file was created from coordinates with no elevations, but the file contains an elevation column with values, such as 0, check this box and indicate the value in the field that will appear to the right.

[Preview]: opens the ASCII Import Preview window containing all the point data that will be imported. This is useful to check for errors before actually importing new data.

[< Back]: returns to the previous screen. [Finish]: imports the new point data into the current project.

Import LandXML Coordinates

Points, alignments, polylines, and parcels can be imported from a LandXML file. The way the LandXML data is imported depends on how the data is stored in the source file and how the settings are

configured in the screens described here. Consult the User’s Manual for more information on the conditions that affect how the data is imported.

On specified layer: will import all the data on the specified layer.

On different layers by groups: will import points, alignments, and parcels to layers named by the group name for the

data in the source file. If the group name is an invalid layer name (e.g., it is empty or contains invalid characters), the data will be stored to the active layer.

[Next >]: opens the second configuration screen. Import polylines, alignments and parcels: When this is checked, polylines, alignments and parcels will be imported,

as well as the points. When unchecked, only the points will be imported. Import parcels to the specified layer: When this is checked, imported parcels will be stored to the selected layer. If

unchecked, parcels will be stored to the layer specified in the previous screen. For more information on how parcels are imported, consult the User’s Manual. Point and Line Descriptions: You can select what information to use as the description for imported lines and points

in the corresponding two fields. Lines can either be assigned the name or description from the source file and points can either be assigned the

description or code from the source file. [Back]: returns to the previous screen. [Import]: imports the specified data into the current project. A results screen will open listing the details of the

imported data.

Import JobXML Coordinates

Points and coordinate system information can be imported from a JobXML file. Once a *.XML file is selected, you will be prompted to select the layer where you want to put the imported points. Layer: will import all the data on the specified layer. If no coordinate system is configured for the current job, a dialog asks if you want to set the coordinate system for the

current job to the coordinate system used in the *.XML source file.

Confirm Point Replace

If a point being imported has the same name and the same coordinates as a point that is already in the current job, it is ignored and a message will be displayed after the remaining points are imported indicating this.

If an imported point is encountered with the same name, but with different coordinates as a point in the current project, the Confirm Point Replace screen will open.

[Yes]: will replace the point in the current job with the point being imported. [Yes to All]: will replace the point in the current job with the point being imported and perform the same action for

any remaining duplicate points. [No]: will not import the duplicate point, keeping the coordinates for the existing point unchanged.

[No to All]: will not import the duplicate point, keeping the coordinates for the existing point unchanged and perform

the same action for any remaining duplicate points. [Rename]: will store the new point in the current job under the name specified in the Starting At field. [Rename All]: will store the new point in the current job under the name specified in the Starting At field and

perform the same action for any remaining duplicate points, storing them with the next available point name. Starting At: is the point name assigned to the imported point when using the [Rename] or [Rename All] functions. [Compare Coordinates…]: will open a screen showing the coordinates for the duplicate points to assist in making a

decision of how to handle the new point. [Stop Importing]: will not import the current duplicate point and will stop importing any remaining points. (All

previous points will still be imported into the current job.)

Export

[File] [Export] The Export screen allows you to export selected points from the current job to a new job or to a coordinate file in

another format. You can also export all the objects in the current job to a LandXML file. This first screen is used to specify the type of file that you want to export data to.

Job (.JOB) File: when selected, the points are exported to a JOB file. Old Job (.JOB) File: when selected, the points are exported to a JOB file that is compatible with versions of the

software earlier than 3.0.

Coordinate (.CR5) File: when selected, the points are exported to a CR5 coordinate file format. Text (.TXT) File: when selected, the points are exported to an ASCII text file. CSV (.CSV) File: when selected, the points are exported to an ASCII text file that is comma delimited and the file is

automatically given a *.CSV extension. [Next >]: opens the second Export screen unless exporting to LandXML.

Export – Screen Two

The second Export screen will open for any file type that was selected in the previous screen except LandXML. This screen is used to select the points from the current project that you want to export to the selected file type. (Exporting to a LandXML file is described later.)

[To/From…]: allows you to specify a range of points to export. [Tap Points…]: allows you to select the points to export by tapping them from a map view.

: The power button provides additional point selection options, which include selecting all control points, all non-

control points and selection by description.

[< Back]: returns to the previous screen.

[Next >]: opens the next screen, which depends if the file type selected is *.JOB, Old *.JOB, *.CR5, *.TXT, or

*.CSV.

Export *.JOB Coordinates

When exporting to another *.JOB file, the Save As screen is opened where the file name and location is entered for the new *.JOB file.

Export Old *.JOB Coordinates

This option functions exactly as the Export *.JOB routine, only the resulting file is written to be compatible with Version 2.x and earlier of the software.

Export *.CR5 Coordinates

The Export CR5 screen will open when exporting coordinates to a CR5 coordinate file. CR5 File Options: specifies if the resulting file should be Sequential or Non-Sequential. (The HP 48 data collector

can only use sequential coordinate files.) [< Back]: returns to the previous screen. [Export]: exports the selected coordinates to the new CR5 file.

Export *.TXT Coordinates

Since the coordinates in an ASCII *.TXT file can be stored in a variety of formats, two screens are used to define the format of the resulting file.

Delimiters: is the character that separates each column of text in the ASCII file. Coordinates: is used to select if the resulting coordinates should be plane coordinates, geodetic coordinates in degrees-

minutes-seconds format, or geodetic coordinates in decimal format. Units: are the distance units that will be written to the resulting TXT file. These units are automatically set to the same

units that are set for the current job. Headers in the first row: When checked, a heading describing each column is inserted in the first row. For example,

the following header could be inserted:

[< Back]: returns to the previous screen. [Next >]: opens the second screen.

Name,Northing,Easting,Elevation,Description

Export *.TXT Coordinates – Screen Two

Select the desired order and format for the resulting TXT file from the list of options. [Finish]: exports the selected points to the TXT file.

Export *.CSV Coordinates

This routine is identical to the Export *.TXT Coordinates routine, described above with the exception that the formatting for the exported file is automatically set to comma delimited and the extension for the file name will be *.CSV.

Export LandXML (.XML) File

The LandXML export routine allows you to export points along with polylines and alignments. Export polylines and alignments: will export the points in the current project as well as any polylines and

alignments. If this is unchecked, only the points will be exported. Export polylines on the specified layer as parcels: will export the polylines on the selected layer as parcels.

(Polylines on other layers will still be exported, only not as parcels.)

Export point description as: allows you to select to export the point descriptions as LandXML descriptions or codes.

Export JobXML (.JXL) File

The JobXML export routine will export points from the job file along with angle and distance information from the raw data file, if available, to a JobXML file.

Import Control

[File] [Import Control] In this screen you can select to do one of the following:

Import Control Points: control points are imported into the current job and records are written to the raw data. Click [Import]. In the Import screen you can select a file from which to import the control points. Click to import the

points. External Control File: control points in an external file can be referenced in this job, but are not included in the job

raw data. [Browse…]: allows you to select a job to import control points from. [Clear]: clear your selection and return to the main menu.

Backup / Restore Job

[File] [Backup / Restore] The Backup / Restore wizard consists of a series of screens that are used to backup or restore all the files associated

with the current job. The routine also gives you the option of storing a snapshot of a customized map view to the archive. This can then be

used to visually identify an archive. Any number of backups can be created for a particular job. All the existing backups for the current job are listed in the

main Backup / Restore screen, along with other information including the date the backup was created, the number of files stored in the archive and if the archive includes a snapshot. Archives that include a snapshot are shown with a icon, while those without a snapshot have a icon. A new (empty) archive has a icon.

All of the backups for a particular job are physically stored to a single compressed file located in the \Jobs directory on the data collector. This file will have the same filename as the current job, only the *.Backup extension is appended to the name. For example, the backups for a job with a filename of Smith.Job will be stored in a file called Smith.Job.Backup.

[New Archive…]: opens the New Archive screen where a name is entered for the new backup archive being created. Once created, an empty archive will be listed in the main Backup / Restore screen, which can then be selected to backup the current job.

[Delete Archive…]: opens a prompt asking if you are sure. If you select Yes at the prompt, the archive selected from the main Backup / Restore screen will be deleted.

[Properties…]: opens the Archive Properties screen. Backup: when selected, tapping [Next>] will begin the backup routine where the data for the current job will be

stored to the selected archive. Restore: when selected, tapping [Next>] will begin the restore routine where the data from the selected archive will

be restored, overwriting the current job. [Next>]: opens the next screen.

Backup / Restore - Archive Properties

[File] [Backup / Restore] [Properties…] The Archive Properties screen lists the files stored within the selected archive along with other information. The file sizes listed in this screen are in bytes. Since all backup archives are compressed, the file sizes displayed

represent the compressed files, or the amount of space actually being used by the file(s) on the data collector. [View Snapshot…]: will display the snapshot from the selected archive if one was included when the archive was

originally created.

Backup / Restore – Backup

When performing a backup, all the files associated with the current job are listed and will be included in the archive. Create Snapshot: When checked, the next screen will prompt you to create a snapshot of the current job’s map view,

which will then be included in the archive. [< Back]: returns to the previous screen. [Backup]: opens the next screen.

Backup / Restore - Create a Snapshot

The Create a Snapshot screen is a map view that is used to configure the map as desired and the resulting image will be saved in the archive as a snapshot along with the job files.

(OK): will create the archive along with a snapshot of the map as it is configured on the screen.

(Cancel): will create the backup archive without a snapshot.

Backup / Restore - Restore

When restoring the job files from an archive, the archived files will replace the existing files of the current job.

Warning: If you do not want to lose any new data that was collected after the archive being restored was created, you

should first backup the current job to a new archive before restoring an older archive.

[< Back]: will return to the previous screen. [Restore]: will restore the backed up job from the selected archive. The current job is then deleted and replaced by the

backup job.

Transfer

[File] [Transfer] The Transfer screen allows you to transfer files between the data collector and another device running the survey

software. Connecting to: specifies which device you are communicating with from the following options:

HP48: if you are connecting to a Hewlett Packard HP48 calculator. Husky: if you are connecting to a Husky FS-series data collector. Ranger / TSCe / ACU / Pocket PC: if you are connecting to any of the devices listed. Windows PC: if you are connecting to a personal computer that is running Windows CE Services. Geodimeter 600: if you are connecting to a Geodimeter 600-series total station running TDS onboard software.

COM Port: specifies which COM port you are using on the local machine. (COM 1 is the only available serial port on

a Ranger.)

Baud Rate: specifies the communications speed. The baud rate must match in both units for successful

communications. Parity: specifies the parity. The parity must match in both units. When in doubt, select None here. All transfers are

controlled from the PC when in this special mode. [Enter Server Mode]: places the data collector in server mode where all file transfers are controlled from a PC

running either TDS Survey Link or TDS ForeSight. Tapping [Cancel] will disconnect server mode. [Send File…]: will open the Open screen where the file that you want to send can be selected. Once selected, the file

is sent from the data collector to the specified device. A progress bar will be displayed that indicates how much of the file has been transferred. Tapping (Cancel) will stop the file transfer.

Note: The [Send] routine should be initiated shortly after issuing the receive command on the other device.

[Receive File…]: allows you to receive a file from another device. This should be tapped prior to issuing the Send command on the other device. Tapping [Cancel] will stop the file transfer.

[File] [Register Modules] The Register Modules screen is used to upgrade the software. Refer to the User’s Manual for more information on

registering additional modules. If no modules have been registered, the software will run in Demo Mode. When running in Demo Mode, users are

able to test and use every routine available in the software. Although, Demo Mode limits all jobs to no more than 25 points. If a job exists on the data collector that contains more than 25 points, it cannot be opened while running in Demo Mode.

Registered: Indicates that the corresponding module has been added. [Enter Registration Code]: Opens the Register screen where the registration number for a particular module can be

entered.

About

[File] [About] The About screen displays the version of the software. [Hardware Information]: is a shortcut to the Windows System Information screen.

Exit

[File] [Exit]

This will close the program and return you to the operating system installed on your data collector.

Job Menu Index

Settings Index Edit Points Index Edit Polylines Index Edit Alignment Index Auto Linework View Raw Data DTM Index Manage Layers Job Information Calculator Manage Pictures Take Pictures

Main Index

Settings Index

Instrument Settings Index GNSS Module Settings Index Units Settings Format Settings Files Settings Descriptions Settings Surveying Settings

Scale Settings Calculate Scale

Stakeout Settings Level Settings Repetition Settings Date/Time Settings NMEA GPS Settings Buttons Settings General Settings

Job Menu Index Main Index

Instrument Settings Index

Instrument Settings - Screen 1 Instrument Settings - Screen 2 Level Method

GNSS Module Settings Index

GNSS Receiver Settings

Receiver Communication

Add Receiver Data Modem Settings Card Modem Serial Communications Radio Settings Cell Phone Settings Screen IP Modem Settings Screen General Receiver Settings Network Settings Measure Mode Settings Post Process Settings

Job Menu Index Main Index

Edit Points Index

Edit Points Edit Points- Multiple Point Editing Edit Points- General Point Feature Attributes Edit Point- Location Edit Point - Geodetic Location

Job Menu Index Main Index

Edit Polylines Index

Edit Polylines Edit Polylines- New Polyline Edit Polylines- Polyline Editor Edit Polylines- Add/Edit Curve

Job Menu Index Main Index

Edit Alignment Index

Edit Alignments Add/Edit Alignments Edit Alignments Edit Segment Edit Segment- Line Card Edit Segment- Arc Edit Segment- Spiral Card Edit Segment- Vertical Grade Card Edit Segment- Vertical Curve

Job Menu Index

Main Index

DTM Index

View DTM Layers for Staking DTM Choose Polyline Add/Edit Break-lines Edit Break-lines Polylines Points on DTM Layer 3D View 3D View Settings

Job Menu Index Main Index

Instrument Settings

[Job] [Settings] The Settings screen consists of several separate screens where each individual screen accesses different types of

settings. Tap on the index card style tabs at the bottom of the screen to access different Settings screens. If the desired tab is not

in view, tap the small arrow buttons to scroll through the available tabs. The Instrument Settings screen is the first of multiple screens used to identify and configure the instrument(s) you are

using with the software. The correct settings must be configured for successful communications between the data collector and the instrument.

The upper portion of the first Instrument Settings screen lists the names of all the instrument profiles on the data collector. The other columns list the COM Port, Brand, and Model of the instrument defined in each profile.

Manual Mode: A special profile that cannot be deleted. When activated, all surveying is performed without being connected to an instrument and all shot data must be entered manually.

Note: When running in leveling mode, the [Instrument Settings…] can be selected for Manual Mode to open the

Level Method screen.

[Instrument Settings]: Opens the next Instrument Settings screen where the settings in the selected instrument profile can be modified.

Note: When editing an existing instrument profile, you cannot modify the instrument brand or model.

[Create New Instrument]: Opens the next Instrument Settings screen where you can configure the settings for a new instrument and create a new instrument profile.

[Activate]: Activates the selected instrument profile.

[GeoLock]: Opens the GeoLock Settings screen.

[Delete]: Deletes the selected instrument profile. [Import]: Imports an instrument profile from an instrument profile file that was previously loaded on the data

collector. [Export]: Saves the selected instrument profile to a file, which can then be transferred to another data collector and

then imported.

Instrument Settings – Screen Two

The second Instrument Settings screen opens whenever a new instrument profile is being created, or when an existing profile is being edited.

The options available on this screen will vary slightly depending on the total station model selected. Name: The name of the instrument profile being created or changed. This is the name that appears in the list on the

first Instrument Settings screen.

Brand: Specify the manufacturer of the instrument that you are using from a dropdown list. Model: Specify the model of the instrument that you are using from a dropdown list. Serial Port: The serial port on the data collector used for communications with the total station. (Bluetooth can also be

selected on a Recon or Ranger 500X for wireless communication between the data collector and a compatible total station.)

Baud Rate: The speed at which communication occurs with the total station. This must match the baud rate configured within the total station.

Parity: The parity used for communication with the instrument. This must match the parity setting configured within the total station.

PIN: (applicable only when using Bluetooth with a Recon or Ranger 500X and a supported total station) The Personal Identification Number that was entered in the total station. These numbers must match for successful communications.

[Bluetooth…] (applicable only when using Bluetooth with a Recon or Ranger 500X and a supported total station): Opens the Bluetooth configuration screen that comes with the Bluetooth driver software where you can quickly check or change the virtual COM port and favorites.

Note: See the User Manual for more information on configuring Bluetooth with a Recon or Ranger 500X and supported total station.

[Defaults]: Set the Serial Port, Baud Rate and Parity to their default values based on the selected total station. [Instrument Settings…]: Opens the settings that are specific for the selected total station. See Notice. [Send to Instrument]: (applicable only to specific total stations) Sends the selected instrument settings to the total

station. This is particularly useful with robotic total stations after the total station has been reset.

Level Method

[Job] [Settings] [Instrument] (select Manual Mode) [Instrument Settings…] The Level Method screen is used to select the leveling method you want to use while using Manual Mode while

running in leveling mode. This will affect the type of data you are prompted for when taking shots.

Three Wire: Prompts for shot data will require upper, center, and lower wire readings. Single Wire: Prompts for shot data will require center wire readings only. Electronic: Prompts for shot data will require a vertical and horizontal distance. Trigonometric: Prompts for shot data will require a zenith angle and horizontal distance.

NOTICE:

The settings that are available after tapping the [Instrument Settings…] button in non-leveling mode directly control the settings that are built into the selected total station. Since total station manufactures release new models every year, we cannot maintain the necessary set up documentation for every existing model and the models that are not yet available. The set up procedure for your particular total station is better handled by the total station manufacturer, or your instrument’s dealer.

If you have specific questions on the set up of your total station you should refer to the documentation that was included with your total station.

GNSS Receiver Settings

[Job] [Settings] [GNSS Receivers] Add or delete receiver profiles and change receiver profile settings. Profiles are associated with a specific receiver and

use the receiver serial number as a unique identifier. From left to right the receiver profile shows:

Profile name: Name of the receiver. Communications Settings icon: Tap to access Receiver Communications settings. The following icons may appear:

: The receiver is set for Bluetooth communications.

: The receiver is set for serial communications. Data Modem Settings icon: Tap to access Data Modem Settings. The following icons may appear:

: Internet data modem.

: Data modem that supports both base and rover operations.

: Data modem that supports only rover operations.

: Data modem that supports only base operations.

: Unknown data modem.

General Receiver Settings icon : Tap to access Receiver Settings. Add Receiver icon : Tap to open the Add Receiver wizard.

Tap and hold the receiver profile to show the context-sensitive menu:

Receiver Info: Select to launch the Receiver Info dialog.

Rename: Select to rename the receiver profile. Delete: Select to delete the selected receiver profile.

Receiver Communication

This dialog appears in serial mode or Bluetooth mode, depending on the icon you tap in the Add Receiver dialog.

Serial mode

In serial mode, the Receiver Comms screen includes the following:

Port: Select the COM port required to connect to your receiver from the drop-down list. Baud Rate: Select the baud rate required to connect to your receiver from the drop-down list. Parity: Select the parity required to connect to your receiver from the drop-down list. [Defaults]: Tap to return all the serial port settings to their Survey Pro defaults. [Autodetect]: Tap to automatically detect the serial port settings for your receiver. [Change on Receiver]: Tap to change the serial port settings on your receiver. In order for this to work, you must first

have the correct serial port settings to communicate with your receiver.

Bluetooth mode

In Bluetooth mode, the Receiver Comms screen includes the following:

Bluetooth Device: Select the Bluetooth device associated with your receiver. If your receiver is not in the list, tap [Bluetooth Settings] to launch the Windows Bluetooth application and scan for the required Bluetooth receiver. When

you return to the Communications Settings dialog, the Bluetooth device you added to Windows is automatically selected.

Add Receiver

[Job] [Settings] [GNSS Receivers] [Add Receiver ] or Connect to Receiver [Add Receiver…]

You can set up a receiver automatically or manually: [Start Epoch Scan >]: Tap to open the Epoch Scan dialog. This automatically starts a scan that searches for all

EPOCH receivers in the area and configures them. When the scan is complete, tap [Save All] to save all the receivers scanned and return to the GNSS Receivers tab, or the Connection prompt. Tap [Rescan] to repeat the scan.

[Start Manual Setup >]: Tap to open the Start Manual Setup dialog. You can now set up the receiver profile manually (see below). Use this option to configure any brand of receiver for serial or Bluetooth communication. When the scan is complete, tap [Save] to save the setup.

For manual setup, complete the screen:

Brand: The brand of this receiver. Model: The model of this receiver. Bluetooth / Serial: Select the communication mode for this receiver.

If you select Bluetooth, continue as follows:

Bluetooth Device: Select the Bluetooth receiver from the Bluetooth Device list. If your receiver is not in the list, tap

[Bluetooth Settings].

[Bluetooth Settings]: Launches the Windows Bluetooth application. Enables you to create a Bluetooth profile for your receiver.

If you select Serial, continue as follows:

Port: The data collector port used to communicate with the receiver. Baud Rate: The baud rate used by the data collector for receiver communications. Parity: The parity used by the data collector for receiver communication.

Note: If you do not know the receiver's settings, leave the default values. If the program fails to connect, it attempts to

auto-detect the correct settings.

Note: If a profile already exists for a receiver scanned this way, you are prompted to modify the existing profile or discard the changes. If you choose to modify the profile, this changes the connection settings only.

[Connect]: Tap to establish a connection to the receiver and verify its capabilities. This opens the last dialog of the Add Receiver wizard.

The confirmation dialog shows: Name: Receiver profile name. Default to receiver model name and last four digits of the receiver serial number but can be overtyped. Capabilities: The icons show that the receiver is capable of:

: RTK rover operations.

: RTK base operations.

: Post-processing operations.

[Save]: Save the new receiver.

Data Modem Settings

The Data Modem card is used to view and configure the settings for the modem used to transmit RTK base corrections or receiver RTK rover corrections.

Modem: Select the type of modem. There will be several options here, depending on your brand and model. If the modem you are using is not in the list of known devices, select Generic Serial to set the communication parameters to work with just about any external data modem. The icon to the left ofthe modem selection list indicates the RTK capabilities of the data modem. The following icons indicate that the data modem:

: Supports Internet modem.

: Supports both base and rover operations.

: Supports only rover operations.

: Supports only base operations. The fields that appear on the screen change, depending on the modem you select:

Modems connected through a serial cable

Baudrate: Displays the baud rate the receiver uses to communicate with the modem. Parity: Displays the parity the receiver uses to communicate with the modem.

Serial Port: Displays the serial port the receiver uses to communicate with the modem.

[Configure]: Opens the Modem Serial Comms. screen where you can change the settings for communication between

the receiver and the data modem.

Modems where you can set the channel and configure radio settings

Serial Port fields

Baudrate: Displays the baud rate the receiver uses to communicate with the modem. Parity: Displays the parity the receiver uses to communicate with the modem. Serial Port: Displays the serial port the receiver uses to communicate with the modem.

[Configure]: Opens the Modem Serial Comms. screen where you can change the settings for communication between the receiver and the data modem.

Radio Settings fields

Channel: Displays the last radio channel when applicable. Sensitivity: Displays the last radio sensitivity when applicable.

[Configure]: Establishes communication with the radio firmware and opens the Radio Settings screen where you can change the radio channel and sensitivity settings.

Modems where you cannot configure COM settings, but can configure channel settings

Channel: Displays the last radio channel when applicable. Sensitivity: Displays the last radio sensitivity when applicable.

[Configure]: Establishes communication with the radio firmware and opens the Radio Settings screen where you can change the radio channel and sensitivity settings.

Cellphone modem settings

Serial Port fields

Baudrate: Displays the baud rate the receiver uses to communicate with the cellphone. Parity: Displays the parity the receiver uses to communicate with the cellphone. Serial Port: Displays the serial port the receiver uses to communicate with the cellphone.

[Configure]: Opens the Modem Serial Comms. screen where you can change the settings for communication between the receiver and the cellphone.

Select modem fields

Select Modem: Select the specific cellphone modem that applies. [Edit Modem]: Edit the existing modem parameters. [Manage Modem]: Manage saved GSM modems. Base Phone #: Enter the telephone number of the RTK base receiver’s cell phone.

Internet Protocol modem settings

Serial Port fields

[Configure]: Opens the Modem Serial Comms. screen where you can change the settings for communication between the receiver and the cellphone.

Select modem fields

Select Modem: Select the required IP modem. [Create Modem]: Create a new modem. [Edit Modem]: Edit the existing modem parameters. [Delete Modem]: Delete the existing modem parameters.

Windows networking settings

Dial-up Connection: Select the required connection from the drop-down list. [Manage Connections]: Manage all existing connections. [Show Advanced Settings]: Show advanced settings.

Modem Serial Comms Screen

The Modem Serial Comms. screen is used to change the settings for communication between the base or rover receiver and the data modem.

GPS Receiver Port: Select the serial port the receiver will use to communicate with the modem. Baudrate: Select the baud rate the receiver will use to communicate with the modem. Parity: Select the parity the receiver will use to communicate with the modem. This setting disabled for receivers that

do not support user defined parity setting. [Defaults]: Automatically sets all the selectable values to their defaults based on the current receiver hardware. [Receiver Set]: Sets the selected modem communication settings for the specified port on the receiver.

Note: The modem communication settings are also set in the receiver during the base and rover setup procedure. Therefore, you will not usually have to use the [Receiver Set] button on this page.

Radio Settings Screen

The Radio Settings screen is used to configure settings of the base or rover radio modem. All settings available are described below. However, not all radios support all of the described settings, so if you do not see one of these fields,

it is because the radio type does not support it.

Channel: Select the channel the radio will use to communicate with the other radio.

Sensitivity: Select the sensitivity of the radio. Mode: Select the transmit format used by the base radio. The rover radio must be listening for same format the base is

broadcasting. Baud: Displays the baud rate the radio is currently set to. There is no way for the software to change this value, so

you must set the receiver to radio communications to match what you see here. Parity: Displays the parity the radio is currently set to. [Set]: Sends commands to the radio firmware to configure the settings selected on this screen.

Note: Some settings on the radio cannot be modified with the software. To fully program the radio modems, you need to PC software that should be supplied with the radio.

Cell Phone Settings

[Edit Modem] or [Manage Modems ... ] [Edit] The Cell Phone Settings screen is used to create or modify a cell phone data modem configuration.

Auto Answer Command: Alternate Hayes AT command to use for auto answering.

Note: The default auto answer command (ATE0S0=1), default dial command (ATE0DT), and hang up command

(ATH0) are entered by default on a new configuration. See IP Modem Settings.

Number to Dial: Enter the telephone number of the RTK base receiver’s cell phone. Hang Up: Alternate Hayes AT command to use for hanging up. Dial Command: Alternate Hayes AT command to use for dialing.

IP Modem Settings

The IP Modem Settings screen is used to create or modify an IP modem configuration for a network server. (You can only configure in IP modem when RTK Rover is selected for the receiver.)

Connect Command: AT modem command to connect to the base server. Default it "ATE0&D0DT". Disconnect Command: AT modem command to disconnect from the Internet. Default is "ATH0".

General Receiver Settings

The General tab enables you to change general settings on the receiver.

Every receiver has the option to change the elevation cutoff angle and the option to set the receiver to Off Mode. Models which have special settings available are described below.

Elevation cutoff: Keep receiver from using satellites in its position calculation that are below the given angle. The elevation angle is given in degrees above the horizon and can be anywhere from 0 degrees (use all satellites) to 90 degrees (use no satellites).

[Set Rx. to OFF Mode]: Tap to set your receiver to Off mode. This is where your receiver does not output or accept base corrections, effectively stopping RTK operations. This may be necessary in order to configure the radio.

Settings For Trimble Receivers

If the current profile is for a Trimble receiver, the general page also shows the following settings:

Log post process data to: Select handheld or receiver memory. Glonass tracking: Select On or Off.

Settings for Thales (Ashtech) Receivers

If the current profile is for a Thales (Ashtech) receiver, the general page also shows the following settings: Canopy: is where you set a parameter to describe the multi-path environment. This command is relevant for ROVER

mode or RVP. Choices are: Open Sky (default) Under Canopy (forest, urban canyon) Confidence Level: is where you set the confidence level for ambiguity fixing. The values here are the statistical

confidence level in percent. The higher the confidence level, the more certainty that the ambiguities are fixed correctly. But the longer it will take to fix them choices are:

99.0%

99.9%

Settings for Topcon (Javad) Receivers

If the current profile is for a Topcon (Javad) receiver, the general page also shows the following settings: Co Op Tracking: Set the ‘common loops’ mode of the receiver. For more information on ‘common loops’ mode, see

http://www.topcongps.com/images/coop_tracking.pdf. There are two choices:

Off On

Multi Path Reduction: Set to use C/A code phase multipath and C/A carrier phase multipath reduction. This feature is only applicable if your receiver has the “_MRP” option enabled. There are two choices:

Off On

Confidence Level

: Set the statistical criteria to use in the RTK engine’s fixed ambiguity resolution algorithm. The

settings of ‘Low’, ‘Medium’, and ‘High’ correspond to confidence levels of %95, %99.5, and %99.9 respectively. There are three choices:

Low Medium High

Note: It is recommended you set this value to High. This will usually mean the RTK engine may take longer to resolve a fixed position. It might even mean not being able to resolve a fixed solution in some situations. However, the consequence of a lower confidence level is that it makes it more likely to resolve an incorrect fixed ambiguity. The results of using an incorrect fix are usually much worse than the results of using a float solution.

Antenna: Set the source for antenna input. There are two choices:

Internal External

Note: This setting is only available when your receiver model is Hiper .

Network Settings

[Job] [Settings] [Networks Card]

To add a new network to the list, tap the add network icon in the Networks tab.

Name: Enter a unique name for the network server. Address: Enter the IP address for the network server. Port: Enter the IP port for the network server. [Save]: Tap to save the network.

To rename a network, tap the gear icon and change the Address and Port if required.

Measure Mode Settings

[Job] [Settings] [Measure Mode] The Measure Mode card is used to configure the RTK data collection settings.

Accept Solution Quality: Control the solution quality acceptable for storing measurements. You have two options:

Fixed RTK only: Allows storage of fixed solution only. Code, Float, or Fix: Allows storage of any differential solution.

Use Acceptance Criteria: Select to apply criteria to measurement acceptance. When checked, only measurements

with RMS and/or PDOP values below the threshold will be accepted. To use less than all three criteria, check this box but enter 0.0 for the criteria you do not wish to apply.

H RMS: Horizontal RMS threshold for automatic acceptance or warning on point acceptance.

V RMS: Vertical RMS threshold for automatic acceptance or warning on point acceptance. PDOP: PDOP threshold for automatic acceptance or warning on point acceptance.

Automatically Accept Data Collection: Select to automatically accept data collection points when the criteria is met.

When checked, both the data and Offset Shots screens will automatically accept points once the measurement is better than the specified criteria. Data collection routines will always collect at least 5 seconds worth of data before automatically accepting points based on criteria.

Epoch Averaging: Set a number of epochs to average in the software. If this number is greater than one, the software will use the number of epochs specified to calculate the final position using a simple (non weighted) average.

Note: This function is not appropriate for every receiver. Some receivers, when dynamics are set to ‘static’, use Kalman filtering and other superior techniques to calculate an average position. In this case, the position returned from the receiver is better with each epoch and you may degrade your result by averaging with the software. You should check with your receiver manufacturer for specific recommendations on field procedure.

Post Process Settings

[Job] [Settings] [Post Process] The Post Process card is used to configure the settings for logging post processing data, and the collecting and storing

of post processing points in the software. RTK Autonomous Points: Specify action to take when accepting autonomous points during RTK data collection.

There are three options.

Do not store: Select to prohibit acceptance of autonomous points in RTK data collection routines. Prompt for layer: Prompt the user whenever an autonomous point is accepted. The layer specified will be the

default layer to store autonomous points, but the user can over ride at the prompt. Store on selected layer: Automatically store autonomous points accepted during RTK data collection routines on the specified layer.

Layer: Displays the layer selected to store autonomous points. [Select Layer]: Opens up a layer prompt to allow you to select an existing layer or create a new layer to store

autonomous points. Session Monitor: Select to use the session monitoring thresholds when collecting data with the Static / Rover Session

screen. To have the software display warnings during post processing data collection, check Warn me if, and specify threshold values for the number of SV, HDOP and memory.

Units Settings

The Units Settings card defines the units that are used within the software, sent from the total station, entered from the keypad and displayed on the screen. You can select the following settings for your project from the following dropdown lists.

Units for Distances: Defines the units used for length as Meters, International Feet, or US Survey Feet.

Display Feet/Inches: Allows you to view distances in feet and inches. Available only if the current distance is

International Feet or US Feet. If selected, you can then choose the required fractions of an inch (2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64).

Note: You can enter a distance in any distance field in units other than what is set for the job by appending the distance value with the following characters:

f or ft or ift = International Feet usf or usft = US Survey Feet i or in = Inches m = Meters cm = Centimeters mm = Millimeters c or ch = Chains

Once the cursor leaves that field, the distance will be converted automatically. (A space between the value and the unit abbreviation is optional.)

Warning: When creating a new job, it is important that the Units for Distances field be set to the correct units. This

allows you to seamlessly switch between different units in mid-job. Problems can arise if these units are inadvertently set to the incorrect units when entering new data. For example,

assume you created a control file by hand-entering a list of coordinates in a new job where the job was set to International Feet and the coordinates being entered were in US Survey Feet. Now assume you created another new job and correctly set it to US Survey Feet. If you then selected the previous job as a control file for the new job, the display of all of the coordinates in the control file would be converted from International Feet to US Survey Feet.

Units for Angles: Defines the units used for angles as Degrees or Grads (gons). Display Directions as: Display directions as a Bearing or Azimuth. Azimuth type: Defines if you are using a North Azimuth or a South Azimuth. Coord. Order: Allows you to customize the labeling and order for coordinates used throughout the software. You can

select any of the following formats:

N, E, Elev. (Northing, Easting, Elevation) X, Y, Z E, N, Elev. (Easting, Northing Elevation) Y, X, Z

Format Settings

The Format Settings card defines the number of places beyond the decimal point that are displayed for various values in all screens, and how stations are defined. (All internal calculations are performed using full precision.)

Northings / Eastings: Allows you to display from zero to six places passed the decimal point for northing and easting values.

Elevations: Allows you to display from zero to six places passed the decimal point for elevations. Sq feet / meters: Allows you to display from zero to four places passed the decimal point for square feet or square

meter values.

Acres / Hectares: Allows you to display from zero to four places passed the decimal point for acre or hectare values.

Distances: Allows you to display from zero to six places passed the decimal point for distances. Angles: Allows you to include from zero to two fractional seconds with angle values. Stations: Allows you to display stations in any of the following formats:

12+34.123: Displays stations where the number to the left of the + advances after traveling 100 feet or meters. 1+234.123: Displays stations where the number to the left of the + advances after traveling 1,000 feet or meters. 1,234.123: Displays standard distances rather than stations.

Files Settings

The Files Settings card allows you to select a feature code file. Feature Code File: Displays the selected feature code file to use with the current job. See the User’s Manual for more

information on feature codes. [Browse]: Opens a dialog to select a feature code file to use with the current job. Tap the filename and then tap

[Open]. [Clear]: Closes the currently selected file so that it is no longer used with the current job.

Descriptions Settings

[Job] [Settings] [Descriptions] or

(from any Description field), Description Settings…

The Descriptions Settings card allows you to select description code files and configure how descriptions are handled. Use Description Code File: Mark this item to use a description file that contains codes and click the associated

[Browse] button to navigate to and select the file. Description code files contain one code/description pair per line where the code and description are separated by a

space or a tab. (The code cannot contain spaces.) Use Description List File: Mark this item to use a description file containing a list of descriptions without codes –

one description per line and click the associated [Browse] button to navigate to and select the file. Load Description List from Job File: Marking this item results in descriptions used in the current job, as well as any

new descriptions entered, to be included in the description list. Add New Descriptions to Description List: Marking this item results in only new descriptions entered since marking this box to be included in the description list. (If the preceding box is marked, new descriptions are added whether or not this item is marked.)

Show Description List Automatically: Marking this item results in a drop-down list of descriptions being displayed as soon as text is entered into a Description: If unmarked, the list can be displayed by selecting Show Description

List using the replace the entered text with the selected description.

power button associated with a Description field. Double-clicking a description in the list will

Surveying Settings

computed with the Calculate Scale wizard.

The Surveying Settings card allows you to select various options that affect how data collection is performed. Prompt for Description: When checked, a prompt for a description will appear before any new point is stored from

only the routines under the Survey menu.

Note: Descriptions can be no longer than 16 characters.

Prompt for Height of Rod: When checked, a prompt for the rod height will appear before any new point is stored. Prompt for Layer: When checked, a prompt to select a layer will appear before any new point is stored from only the

routines under the Survey menu. Prompt for Attributes: When checked, a prompt to select feature information will appear before any new point is

stored from only the routines under the Survey menu. This also requires that a feature file be selected from the Files

Settings card.

Prompt for Picture: When checked, a prompt will appear before storing a point where you have the option of taking one or more pictures associated with the current point. (Only available when running on a Nomad with a digital camera.)

Adjust for Earth Curvature / Refraction: When checked, the elevations for new points are adjusted to compensate for the curvature of the earth and refraction.

Detect Duplicate Shots: When checked, a prompt will appear before attempting to store a second shot to the same location. This helps to catch when robotic total stations have lost lock while surveying. The distance tolerances set in the Repetition Settings screen are used in determining when two shots are at the same location.

Survey with True Azimuths: Automates the process of adjusting the circle on the total station when traversing so that you can survey with azimuths rather than horizontal angles.

Skip Check during Station Setup: Select this checkbox to skip the check during the station setup procedure. Scale Factor: Displays the details on the current mapping plane scale factor, if one is configured.

[Setup Scale…]: Access the Scale Settings screen where a mapping plane scale factor can be configured in a variety of ways, or disabled.

Scale Settings

[Job] [Settings] [Surveying] [Setup Scale] The Scale Settings screen is the starting point for setting up a mapping grid scale factor. Once configured, you will

return to the Surveying Settings screen where you must then tap to save the scale settings.

Do not use a scale factor: Disable any mapping plane scaling that is currently enabled. Use a single combined scale factor: Uses a single combined scale factor that is provided for you, or one can be

Use a grid factor with sea level correction: Uses a mapping plane scale factor that is adjusted for elevation changes.

Use automatic map plane grid factor with sea level correction: Uses a combined scale factor that is adjusted for elevation changes.

Use map plane ground coordinates: When selected, you can configure the job to use map plane ground coordinates. Combined Factor: Enter a combined scale factor if already known, otherwise is the combined scale factor computed

from the Calculate Scale wizard. Grid Factor: Enter a map plane scale factor if already known, otherwise is the scale factor computed from the

Calculate Scale wizard.

[Calculate Scale]: Opens the Calculate Scale wizard, which is used to calculate a combined scale factor or map plane scale factor.

[Setup Map Ground Coordinates]: First checks that a map projection is selected and if not, prompt you to select one. Next, opens a wizard where after providing an origin point and ground system offset coordinates, the entire job northing/easting database will be updated with the ground coordinate system transformation.

[Change Map Zone]: Opens the Select Coordinate System wizard where you can choose a mapping plane zone or calibrated site from the coordinate system database file. You can also create a new zone and datum with user-specified parameters.

Calculate Scale

[Job] [Settings] [Surveying] [Setup Scale] [Calculate Scale] The Calculate Scale wizard is available when Use a single combined scale factor or Use a grid factor with sea level

correction is selected in the Scale Settings screen and is used to compute a scale factor. If a map zone is not currently selected, you will first be required to set one up before continuing.

Projection: Displays the details about the current map zone. Select Point: Specify a reference point.

[Calc Scale >]: Opens Screen Two if Use a single combined scale factor was selected. If Use a grid factor with sea level correction was selected, you will return to the Scale Settings screen and the computed grid factor will be entered

for you.

- Screen Two Ellipsoid Height: The height of the ground above the ellipsoid surface.

[< Back]: Returns to the previous screen. [Solve >]: Opens Screen Three.

- Screen Three Mapping Plane Scale Factor: Displays the scale factor that will correct for the effects of map projection distortion. Ellipsoid Scale Factor: Displays the scale factor to correct for the geometric effect of your height above the ellipsoid

surface.

Ground to Grid: Displays the combined scale factor that will be used for ground to grid calculations. Grid to Ground:

displays the inverse of the combined scale factor for grid to ground calculations. [< Back]: Returns to the previous screen. [Solve >]: Returns to the Scale Settings screen where the combined scale factor will be entered for you.

Stakeout Settings

The Stakeout Settings card contains the setting that control how stakeout is performed. (The settings available depend on if you are running in conventional or GPS mode.)

Stake “Corners,” Not Just Even Intervals: When staking by stations, locations where a line segment changes, such as from a straight section to a curve, will also be staked when this is checked.

Stake Bisector of Non-tangent Corners: When staking an offset to a centerline that contains a corner, this option, when checked, will stake the corner point where the two offsets intersect.

Always Start Stakeout With Coarse Mode: When checked, the EDM mode toggle button found in all stakeout screens will initially be set to coarse mode (fast shot). This instructs the total station to measure distances faster, but with slightly less accuracy.

Use Manual Updating (Remote Control): When checked, a [Shot] button in the stakeout screens must be tapped to take a shot. When this not checked, shots are continuously taken in the stakeout screens. (This is only valid when running in remote mode, using a robotic total station.)

Design Elevation from Offset Segment: Determines where the cut/fill value is computed from in the Offset and Road Stakeout screens when the Offset checkbox is checked and a non-zero offset is entered. When checked, the cut/fill value is calculated from the design elevation of the node you are staking to. When unchecked, the cut/fill value is calculated from the design elevation at the specified offset location.

Note: If the specified offset extends beyond the end of the road profile, the cut/fill value is always computed from the design elevation of the node you are staking to.

Write Cut Sheet Data Only (No Store Point): When checked, as-built points are not stored to the JOB file when staking points; only the raw data is written to the RAW file.

View from Instrument to Rod (non-remote): When checked, the move left or right information will be presented from the rod person’s point of view. When unchecked it will be presented from the total station’s point of view. (This option only applies when a robotic total station is selected in the Instrument Settings.)

View from Rod to Instrument (remote): When checked, the move left or right information will be presented from the rod person’s point of view. When unchecked it will be presented from the total station’s point of view. (This option only applies when a non-robot total station is selected in the Instrument Settings.)

Prompt for Layer: When checked, a prompt to select a layer will appear before any new point is stored from the routines under the Stakeout menu.

Prompt for Attributes: When checked, a prompt to select feature information will appear before any new point is stored from only the routines under the Stakeout menu. This also requires that a feature file be selected from the Files

Settings card, described earlier.

Note: There is no Prompt for Description checkbox as in the Surveying Settings card because you are always prompted

for a description when storing a point from a stakeout routine.

Use Perfect Stationing: When checked, staking locations will be computed at perfect stationing intervals. For example, if your starting station was 0+15 and your station interval was 100, your next stakeout location will occur at 1+00 instead of 1+15.

Use Design Point Description as Descriptor: When checked, the descriptor for a staked point that is stored will automatically be set to the same descriptor used for the design point. When unchecked, the descriptor for a stored stake point will automatically be set to the point number of the design point that you are staking.

Point Tolerance: Affects the Remote Staking routine. When performing Remote Stakeout, the final graphic screen that is displayed when you are near the stake point will occur when you are within the distance to the stake point specified here.

Line Tolerance: Affects the Stake to Line routine. When staking to a line and the prism is located at a perpendicular distance to the specified line that is within the range set here, a message will state that you are on the line.

Horizontal Distance Tolerance: Affects the GPS staking routines. When you are within the specified distance to the location you are staking, you are considered on that location.

Turn instrument to design point: Applies only to motorized total stations. The following options are available:

2D (HA only): A motorized total station will turn horizontally toward the design point after tapping the Turn Instrument button in the particular stakeout screen. 3D (HA and ZA): A motorized total station will turn horizontally and vertically toward the design point after tapping the Turn Instrument button in the particular stakeout screen. Automatic 2D (HA only): A motorized total station will automatically turn horizontally toward the design point when the stakeout screen opens. Automatic 3D (HA and ZA): A motorized total station will automatically turn horizontally and vertically toward the design point when the stakeout screen opens.

Cut Sheet Offset stored: The cut sheet offset information can be stored to the raw data file in either of the following formats when performing any offset staking routine:

Design Offset: When selected, a cut sheet report will list the design-offset values. Actual Offset: When selected, a cut sheet report will list the measured-offset values.

Display Directions As: Guides you to the GPS stakeout location using one of the following formats:

Northing / Easting: Suggests you Go South/Go North and Go West/Go East. Distance / Azimuth: Displays the necessary Azimuth and Distance to the stakeout location. Forward / Back: Suggests you go FORWD/BACK and Go Left/Go Right when you are within 3 meters to the

location. When you are farther than 3 meters, a distance and azimuth is used.

Level Settings

[Job] [Settings] [Level]

The Level Setting screen is only available when running in leveling mode. It is used to configure all of the settings for performing a level loop.

BS1…BSn>FS1…FSn: This sequence requires that you take all the shots for each set to the backsight, turn to the foresight, and then shoot all the shots for each set to the foresight.

[BS1 FS1>FS2 BS2]n: A single set in this sequence requires that you shoot the backsight, turn and shoot the foresight, shoot the foresight again, turn and shoot the backsight. Repeat for all remaining sets.

Number of Sets (n): The number of sets you want to shoot from each setup. Stadia Constant: The scale of the upper and lower stadia (wires) in the telescope. The vertical distance measured

between these stadia multiplied by the value entered here (usually 100) equals the horizontal distance to the rod. V Dist Tolerance: The maximum change in vertical distance that can occur between all the shots to any specific point

from a single setup. If this value is exceeded, a warning will occur. H Dist Tolerance: The maximum change in horizontal distance that can occur between all the shots to any specific

point from a single setup. If this value is exceeded, a warning will occur. BS-FS Sight Length < Per Shot: When checked, a warning will occur whenever the horizontal distance of each leg in

any given setup differs by more than this value. BS-FS Sight Length < Per Loop: When checked, the sum of the horizontal distances measured to all the backsight

shots are compared to the sum of the horizontal distances to all the foresight shots. If the difference exceeds this value, a warning will occur.

Max Sight Lengths: When checked, a warning will occur whenever the horizontal distance measured to any point exceeds this value.

Min Ground Clearance: When checked, a warning will occur if a shot is taken at a location on the rod that is within this distance to the ground.

Max Loop Misclosure: When checked, the error computed after a level loop is closed will be surrounded with exclamation points in the Close Loop screen and Level Notes screen if the error exceeds this value.

Upper-Lower Wire Reading <: When checked a warning will occur if the difference between the upper stadia and crosshair exceeds the difference between the crosshair and lower stadia by this value. (This only applies to the Three Wire level method.)

[Load FGCS Defaults]: Opens the FGCS Defaults screen, described below, where the default tolerances for a specified level loop order and class can be loaded.

FGCS Defaults

[Job] [Settings] [Level] [Load FGCS Defaults] The FGCS Defaults screen is used to load the default FGCS tolerances in the Level Settings screen for the order and

class of level loop specified here.

Order: Indicates the order of the level loop that you want to load the default tolerances for.

Class: Indicates the class of the level loop that you want to load the default tolerances for.

Tapping loads the tolerances into the Level Settings screen based on the FGCS specifications for the order and class

DUT Correction: The polar wandering correction factor, in seconds, used to convert UTC to

selected. (These tolerances can still be manually changed later.)

Note: It is important to recognize that the software can only display a warning if tolerances are not met. It is up to the surveyor to determine if the level loop meets the criteria for a particular standard.

Repetition Settings

The Repetition Settings card contains the settings that control how repetition shots are performed and acceptable tolerances.

Horizontal Tolerance: A warning message will be displayed if a horizontal angle exceeds the tolerance entered here during a repetition shot.

Zenith Tolerance: A warning message will be displayed if a vertical angle exceeds the tolerance entered here during a repetition shot.

Distance Tolerance: A warning message will be displayed if a distance exceeds the tolerance entered here during a repetition shot.

Shoot Distance To Backsight: When checked, a distance will be measured to each shot to the backsight. When unchecked, only the angles are measured.

Do Not Shoot Reverse Distances: When checked, distances are not measured during reverse shots. Enable Automatic Repetition: When checked, all remaining shots after the first shot to the backsight and foresight

will occur automatically when using a motorized instrument. Shooting Sequence: Specifies the order that the shots are taken from the following options:

BS > FS ^ FS > BS: Backsight, Foresight, flop Foresight Backsight BS > FS ^> BS > FS: Backsight, Foresight, flop Backsight, Foresight BS ^ BS > FS ^ FS: Backsight, flop Backsight, Foresight, flop Foresight FS ^ FS > BS ^ BS: Foresight, flop Foresight, Backsight, flop Backsight FS > BS ^ BS > FS: Foresight, Backsight, flop Backsight, Foresight FS > BS ^> FS > BS: Foresight, Backsight, flop Foresight, Backsight BS ^ BS ^ > FS ^ FS ^: Backsight, flop, Backsight, flop, Foresight, flop, Foresight, flop

Date/Time Settings

The Date/Time Settings card is used to set the date and time in the data collector.

Time: Displays the current time. Date: Displays the current date. Format: Select Local to display your local time, or UTC to display Coordinated Universal Time.

UT1. (UT1=UTC+DUT)

Note: The date, time and UTC are computed using Window CE's Date/Time properties.

[Set Date]: Sets the system date with the date that is entered. [Set Time]: Sets the system time with the time entered. [Synchronize]: Zeros the fractional portion of the current time and advance to the nearest second so that the time can

be set more accurately.

NMEA GPS Settings

The NMEA GPS card is used to configure the settings for a NMEA GPS receiver for use with the GeoLock and

Navigation routines.

Turn On NMEA GPS Receiver: When checked, enables the GPS receiver. Model: Select Shared GPS to use the GPS receiver settings configured in the Windows operating system (see [Shared

GPS…] below) or select Generic NMEA and configure the settings from this screen.

Serial Port: The serial port on the data collector used to communicate with the GPS receiver. Device (available only when using a Bluetooth GPS receiver and Bluetooth is selected for the Serial Port): Select the

Bluetooth device that represents your GPS receiver here. [Bluetooth…] (available only when using a Bluetooth GPS receiver and Bluetooth is selected for the Serial Port):

Accesses the Bluetooth configuration screen where you can quickly check or change Bluetooth settings. See the User’s Manual for more information on configuring Bluetooth.

Baud Rate: The speed that communication takes place. This must match the baud rate set in the GPS receiver. Parity: This must match the parity set in the GPS receiver – usually None.

[Shared GPS…]: Shortcut to the > Settings > GPS screen. You can get more information while viewing this screen by tapping then .

Buttons Settings

The Buttons Settings card is used to customize the function for the physical buttons located on the data collector. The upper half of the screen lists all of the customizable button’s current assignments. A particular button must be

selected from this list prior to changing its settings from the lower half of the screen. Assignment Within Survey Program: Select the function for the selected button when it is used within the software.

The function of the button will switch back to its global assignment when it is used outside the software. Selecting <Global> from this field will result in the global assignment also being used from within the software.

Global Assignment: Select the function for the selected button when it is used outside the software.

[Survey Defaults]: Set all assignments in the Assignment Within Survey Program field to the software's default

settings.

[System Defaults]: Set all assignments in the Global Assignment field to the system default settings and set all the assignments in the Assignment Within Survey Program field to <Global>.

General Settings

The General Settings card contains the following miscellaneous settings: Auto time stamp every: When checked, a note will be entered into the raw data file consisting of the current time

each time the number of minutes specified passes. This can help track when specific events occurred. Remind to backup job every: When checked, a prompt will occur each time the specified number of hours passes

reminding you to backup your job. Use Enter Key to Move Between Fields: When checked, the [Enter] key will move the cursor to the next field in all

screens. When unchecked, the [Enter] key will perform a different function depending on the field selected.

Note: The arrow keys can also be used to move the cursor between fields.

Allow Alphanumeric Point Names: When checked, numeric or alpha character can be used for point names. If

unchecked, only numeric point names are valid.

Beep When Storing Points: When checked, a beep will sound whenever a new point is stored. Beep On Control Activation: When checked, a beep occurs when any button, checkbox, or other control is tapped. Prompt for Description: When checked, a prompt for a description will appear before any new point is stored from

any routine other than those included in the Survey and Stakeout menus. Prompt for Layer: When checked, a prompt to select a layer will appear before any new point is stored from any

routine other than those included in the Survey and Stakeout menus. Prompt for Attributes: When checked, a prompt to select feature information will appear before any new point is

stored from any routine other than those included in the Survey and Stakeout menus. This also requires that a feature file be selected from the Files Settings card, described earlier.

Prompt to Backup When Closing Job: When checked, you will be reminded to backup the current job prior to closing it.

Write Point Attributes to Raw Data: When checked, point attributes will be written to the raw data file as well as the job file.

Prompt for Elevation of 2D Cogo Points: When checked, a majority of the COGO routines will prompt you for an elevation before storing a 2D point. When unchecked, 2D points will be stored without the prompt.

Always Use ALL CAPS in Edit Fields: When checked, characters will always be entered using capital letters in edit

fields, regardless of the keyboard setting.

Log Serial Port Traffic: When checked, all serial port traffic will be logged to a text file called TDS-Log.txt for

troubleshooting purposes and is stored in the Jobs folder. The file is automatically overwritten when logging traffic on a date that is different from the previous date.

Use Smart Soft Input Panel Activation: When checked, the SIP will automatically open when the cursor is inside an input field and close when the cursor is moved outside an input field. (Not available on Ranger data collectors.)

Edit Points

[Job] [Edit Points] The Edit Points screen allows you to add, edit, and delete any points in the current job. [Edit…]: If only a single point is selected, this will open the point in the Edit Points- General screen where the details

of the point can be modified. If more than one point is selected, the next Edit Points screen will open where the description and layer for the selected points can be modified simultaneously.

Note: Multiple points can be selected by tapping the first point in a range, then tap the shift key from a soft input panel, and lastly tap the last point in the point range. Individual points in a point range can be selected/unselected by tapping the control key from a soft input panel and then tapping the desired points.

Note: Double tapping on a point will open that point in the editor. Note: The current occupy and backsight points cannot be edited.

[Insert…]: Opens a screen where a new point can be added. [Delete…]: Delete the selected point. [Find…]: Search for a point by its description. [Find Next]: Find the next point that contains the description entered when using the [Find…] button. [Go To…]: Opens a dialog box where any point can be quickly located by the entered point name.

Edit Points - (multiple point editing)

[Job] [Edit Points] [Edit…] (When more than one point is selected.)

This screen is accessed after tapping [Edit…] when more than one point is selected. The change made in this screen will be applied to all the selected points.

Change Descriptions: When checked, allows you to change all the selected point's descriptions to the Description entered in the next field.

Description: The new description that will replace the existing descriptions for the selected points. Change Layers: When checked, allows you to move the selected points to the layer selected in the next field.

Layer: The layer where the selected points will be moved.

Edit Point - General

[Job] [Edit Points] [Edit…] [General] The General card of the Edit Point screen is used to modify the description, layer and feature information for the

selected point.

Point Name: Displays the selected point's name. Description: The description for the selected point. Layer: The layer for the selected point. Feature: Displays the feature assigned to the selected point, which can be modified using the [Attributes] button. [Attributes]: Opens the Point Feature Attributes screen where the feature attributes for the point can be modified. Picture: Displays a list of pictures associated with a point. You can click the drop-down list to see the pictures

associated with the job. Use the Power button to view or delete any of the pictures associated with a point. Use the camera button to open the Nomad camera application and take additional pictures for a point.

Note: When you delete a picture using the menu item, the picture is disassociated from this point in the job, but the picture file is not removed from the disk. To get rid of the actual picture file, you must use the file explorer to delete the file.

Note: The camera button is only available on a Nomad data collector that has an integrated digital camera.

Point Feature Attributes

[Job] [Edit Points] [Edit…] [General] [Attributes…] The Point Feature Attributes screen is available from the above path or whenever a point is stored when Prompt for

Attributes is checked in the Surveying Settings screen. Recently Used: When checked will arrange the order of the available features so the most recently used features are

listed first. Any feature in the current feature file can be selected from the corresponding drop-down list. The content displayed in the main portion of the window fully depends on the attribute information associated with the

selected feature.

Edit Point - Location

[Job] [Edit Points] [Edit…] [Location] The Location card is used to modify the northing, easting and elevation of the selected point.

Edit Point - Geodetic Location

[Job] [Edit Geodetic] [Edit…] [Geodetic] The Geodetic card is used to modify the geodetic parameters. Has Geodetic Data: check this option if the point has geodetic data. You can then enter a Latitude, Longitude, and

Height. [Advanced]: tap to open the Edit GPS Point Flags screen. This allows you set up a group and select GPS Control

Points.

Edit Polylines

[Job] [Edit Polylines] The Edit Polylines screen is used to add, edit, and delete polylines in the current job. The first screen will display a list of all the polylines that are stored in the current job. Selecting any of the polylines

listed will display a horizontal (overhead) and vertical (side) view of that polyline. [Edit…]: Open the selected polyline in the New Polyline screen, described below. [Delete…]: Delete the selected polyline. [New…]: Open the Polyline Editor where a new polyline can be created. Import PL5: Import polylines. Available on the Power menu button item. Tap the down arrow to open this menu from

the Edit Polylines screen. Export PL5: Export polylines. Available on the Power menu button item. Tap the down arrow to open this menu from

the Edit Polylines screen.

New Polyline

The second screen is used to define all of the points that are used in the polyline. Any curve information will be entered later, but the end points must still be selected at this point.

The current polyline is shown on color displays with bold red lines and all other polylines are shown using thin black lines. Only the current polyline data can be edited.

[Tap Points…]: Opens a map view where the points in your polyline can be tapped. They must be tapped in the order that they occur in the polyline.

[To/From…]: Allows you to define a range of points to define a polyline. [Edit…]: Opens the third screen, described next, where the current polyline can be modified. [Clear]: Removes the current polyline.

[Properties]: Allows you to enter a Description and select a Layer for the Polyline. If you have a feature code

loaded, you can also add [Attributes].

Polyline Editor

Once the initial points are selected for the current polyline, the third screen allows you to modify the polyline and define any curve and grade information for the polyline sections.

Selecting any point in the left column of the screen will select that point and the line segment that follows it up to the next point. The selected section is then highlighted in the map portion of the screen. Any edits will occur on the selected section.

[Remove]: Remove the selected point and the line segment that follows it. The previous line segment will be automatically joined to the following point. The change will only be saved if you then tap . Tapping will return to

the previous screen without saving the changes. [Clear All]: Completely removes the current polyline. The change will only be saved if you then tap . Tapping

will return to the previous screen without saving the changes. [Curves…]: Opens the fourth screen, described below, where a horizontal, vertical, or spiral curve can be added to the

selected polyline segment. Horizontal / Vertical: Toggles between showing the map in a Horizontal (overhead) view or a Vertical (side) view. [<- Insert]: Insert a point, or a group of points in front of the selected point. The change will only be saved if you then

tap . Tapping will return to the previous screen without saving the changes.

Note: if <End> is selected in the list, the [<-Insert] button will change to an [<-Append] button to indicate that additional points will be appended to the end of the list.

Add/Edit Curve

The fourth screen is used to modify a selected polyline segment that occurs between two points. A horizontal, vertical, and/or spiral curve can be applied to the polyline segment.

Adding a Horizontal Curve Tap the [Arc / Spiral] tab. Curve: Set to Arc to enter a horizontal curve.

[Radius] | [Delta] | [Degree Arc] | [Degree Chord]: Allows you to specify the radius of the curve using a variety of methods.

[Turn]: Specifies if the curve turns toward the Right or Left as you occupy the initial point and face the end point. [Arc]: Specifies if the arc of the curve is Small (less than 180°) or Large (greater than 180°).

Adding a Spiral: Tap the [Arc / Spiral] tab. Curve: Set to Spiral to enter a spiral curve. Radius: The radius of the spiral curve. (The same radius of the circular curve adjacent to the spiral.)

Length: The length of the spiral, measured along the curve from the TS to the SC.

Turn: Specifies if the spiral curve turns to the Right or Left as you occupy the initial point and face the end point. Direction: Specifies if the curve runs from where the tangent intersects with the spiral toward where the spiral

intersects with the curve (TS->SC) or if the curve runs from where the curve intersects with the spiral toward where the spiral intersects with the tangent (CS->ST).

Adding a Vertical Curve: Tap the [Parabolic Curve] tab. Apply Curve: Checked to enter a vertical at curve.

Grade at EVC / BVC is the known grade at either the end of vertical curve or beginning of vertical curve. The grade entered here is determined by the selection made in the Auto-Compute field.

Auto-Compute: Automatically compute the grade at the selected point and display it on the screen. The grade at the point that is not checked here must be specified in the field defined above.

Edit Alignments

The Edit Alignments screen is used to create and edit alignments, which can then be used with routines such as Offset Staking, Offset Points, Offset Lines and Road Layout.

Alignments are used to describe all of the horizontal and vertical details of a road's centerline. An alignment does not use existing points to define any particular locations on the alignment, although a point can be used to anchor the starting location, which is the same location for both the horizontal and vertical parts of the alignment. Any location on an alignment where a change occurs is called a node.

An alignment can contain straight sections, grades, horizontal, vertical, and spiral curves. The horizontal and vertical portions of an alignment are defined separately and independently, but they are both combined within the software to create a single alignment with horizontal and vertical characteristics.

Add / Edit Alignments

[Job] [Edit Alignments] or [Roads] [Edit Alignments] The Add / Edit Alignments screen displays a list of all the existing alignments in the current job. The right portion of

the screen shows a graphic of the horizontal and vertical portion of the selected alignment. [New…]: Opens the Edit Alignment screen where a new alignment can be created from scratch. [Edit…]: Opens the Edit Alignment screen where the details of the selected alignment can be edited. [Delete…]: Used to delete the selected alignment.

: The power button opens the following routines:

Create Points: Opens the Create Points screen where points can be stored that coincide with the selected alignment. Import .RD5 File: Opens the Open screen and lists all the *.RD5 alignment files in the Jobs directory. Select

the desired file and tap .

Export .RD5 File: Opens the Save As screen where the current alignment can be saved to a *.RD5 file.

Edit Alignmentt

[Job] [Edit Alignments] [Edit…] or [Job] [Edit Alignments] [New…]

The Edit Alignment screen is used to edit an existing alignment or create a new one.

Edit Alignment Screen – HAL Tab

The HAL (Horizontal ALignment) tab in the Edit Alignment screen is used to enter or modify only the horizontal details of an alignment.

[Insert…]: Opens the Edit Segment screen where a new horizontal alignment segment can be inserted prior to the selected segment.

[Edit…]: Opens the Edit Segment screen where the selected horizontal segment can be modified. [Remove]: Removes the selected segment and automatically joins the next segment with the previous segment.

Note: The station and azimuth at the beginning of the selected horizontal segment are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Edit Alignment Screen – VAL Tab

The VAL (Vertical ALignment) tab in the Edit Alignment screen is used to enter or modify only the vertical details of an alignment.

Note: The total horizontal length of the VAL must be equal to or greater than the total horizontal length of the HAL when the alignment is used for road layout.

[Insert…]: Opens the Edit Segment screen where a new vertical segment can be inserted prior to the selected segment. [Edit…]: Opens the Edit Segment screen where the selected vertical segment can be modified. [Remove]: Removes the selected segment and automatically joins the next segment with the previous segment.

Note: The station and elevation at the beginning of the selected vertical segment are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

Edit Alignment Screen – POB Tab

The POB (Point Of Beginning) tab in the Edit Alignment screen is used to define the starting location of the alignment. The first horizontal and vertical segment will always begin at this location.

[Location]: Starting location for the horizontal and vertical alignments will be at the specified North, East and Elev coordinates.

[Point]: Starting location for the horizontal and vertical alignments will be at the specified Point.

Start Station: The station on the alignment that corresponds with the starting location or point.

Edit Alignment Screen – General Tab

The General tab in the Edit Alignment screen is used to describe the alignment and select the layer where it is located.

Description: The description of the alignment. Layer: The layer where the alignment will be located. [Attributes]: Opens the Point Feature Attributes screen where the feature attributes for the alignment can be selected.

Edit Segment

The Edit Segment screen is accessed anytime an existing horizontal or vertical segment is added or edited. A variety of segment editing screens are possible depending on the type of segment being edited or created. Each segment editor is discussed below.

Edit Segment - Line Card

The Line card is used to add a straight horizontal line segment in the alignment.

Length: The horizontal length of the line. Make this segment tangent to previous: When checked, the specified line will be tangent to the ending tangent of the

previous segment.

Note: When making a new horizontal segment tangent to the previous segment, the new segment will appear in the Edit Alignment screen tagged with a (P). This means that if the previous horizontal segment is edited or deleted, where the orientation changes, all subsequent horizontal segments that have the (P) tag will also be adjusted so they will remain tangent to the previous segments. This does not hold true for vertical alignment segments. Vertical segments will always begin with the specified starting grade unless they are manually modified.

[Azimuth] / [Bearing]: Used to enter a known azimuth or bearing of the line.

: Adds the line to the current horizontal alignment.

Edit Segment - Arc (Horizontal Curve) Card

The Arc card is used to add a horizontal curve to the alignment. The curve can be defined by two of the following:

[Radius]: The distance from the radius point to the curve [Delta]: The internal angle from center to tangent points. [Degree Arc]: The internal angle equivalent to a 100-ft arc length. [Degree Chord]: The internal angle equivalent to a 100-ft chord length. [Length]: The arc length.

[Chord]: The chord length.

[Tangent]: The distance from the PC or PT to the PI.

[Mid Ord]: The distance between the curve and the chord at the center of the curve's length. [External]: The minimum distance between the PI and the curve.

Turn: Specifies if the curve turns to the Left or Right as you face the curve from the beginning. Make this segment tangent to previous: When checked, the start of the specified curve will be tangent to the ending

tangent of the previous segment. [Azimuth] / [Bearing]: Used to enter a known azimuth or bearing at the start of the curve.

: Adds the curve to the current horizontal alignment.

Edit Segment - Spiral Card

The Spiral card is used to add a spiral curve to the alignment.

Radius: The radius of the spiral. (This equals the radius of the horizontal curve tangent to the spiral.) Length: The length of the spiral. Turn: Specifies if the curve turns to the Left or Right as you face the curve from the beginning. Dir: Specifies if the curve runs from TS to SC (Tangent to Spiral, to Spiral to Curve) or CS to ST (Curve to Spiral, to

Spiral to Tangent). Make this segment tangent to previous: When checked, will automatically turn the spiral so the beginning is tangent

to the end of the previous segment. [Azimuth] / [Bearing]: Used to specify a known azimuth or bearing of the start of the spiral.

Edit Segment - Vertical Grade Card

The Vertical Grade card is used to enter a segment with any grade.

Length: The horizontal length of the segment. Grade: The grade (slope) of the segment. Get Previous Grade: Automatically enter a grade equal to the grade at the end of the previous segment.

Edit Segment - Vertical Curve

The Vertical Curve card is used to enter a parabolic vertical curve to the alignment. Length: is the horizontal length of the vertical curve.

Start Grade: The starting grade of the vertical curve. End Grade: The ending grade of the vertical curve.

[Get Previous Grade]: Automatically enter a Start Grade equal to the grade at the end of the previous segment.

Auto Linework

[Job] [Auto Linework] The Auto Linework screen is used to set up custom descriptors that can be used to generate various polylines between

points as they are shot.

Note: The auto linework information described below is not written to the raw data file. If using a conversion routine that only uses a raw data file, all linework commands must be manually entered into the raw data file in the form of a note by using the

Description: Lists the descriptions defined from using the [Add…] button, which when used during data collection, will generate the specified polyline segment (linework).

The following two wildcards can be appended to a description where each one performs a special function.

Asterisk (*): When a description entry ends with an asterisk, any description entered during data collection that begins with the same characters before the asterisk will be joined to the previous linework entry. For example, if CURB* were used as in the screen shown here, and a description for a point was called CURB5 or CURBSIDE, the line segment associated with CURB* would be appended to the previous line segment. Pound sign (#): When a description entry ends with a pound sign, any description entered during data collection that begins with the same characters before the pound sign will generate the associated line segment type, but if the next description is at all different from the previous use, a new independent line segment will be drawn. For example, if LOT# were used as in the screen shown above, all entries of “LOT10” would be connected. If LOT15 were also used as a description during data collection, any future use of LOT15 would connect to the previous LOT15 entry.

,Add Note Quick Pick. (See the User’s manual for details on customizing the Quick Pick list.)

Note: Linework descriptions are case sensitive.

Cmd: Lists the current type of line segment (linework) that will be created after shooting the required points and

storing them with the associated Description. The following linework command options are selected by repeatedly tapping the appropriate button:

[Line]: Creates a straight line between the next two points stored with a description associated with Line. [P-Crv]: Creates a curve through the next 3 points stored with a description associated with P-Crv. [R-Crv]: Creates a curve between the next two points that are stored with a description associated with R-Crv. After the second R-Crv point is shot, the prompt shown will open and is used to define the details of the curve. [T-Crv]: Creates a curve with a specified incoming tangent from the next two points that are stored with a description associated with T-Crv. When the second point is stored, the prompt shown here appears where the incoming azimuth or bearing is specified. [Rect]: Compute and store the fourth and final point that forms a rectangle or parallelogram after three points are stored with a description associated with Rect.

Note: At any time, the line type for any linework command can be changed while collecting linework for a particular feature. For example, a feature called FENCE might primarily use the Line linework command, but might also contain a curved section. To add a curve to the fence, you would open the [Job] | [Auto Linework] screen and toggle Line to R-Crv prior to storing the first point of the curve. Once the second point of the curve is stored, the curve is defined and

appended to the FENCE polyline. This routine is enhanced with the Props command, described below.

[Note…]: Opens the Raw Data Note screen.

On: When checked, activates the associated linework command. If a particular polyline is created and then this is unchecked for that linework command, future points stored with the same description would not result in any change to that polyline. But if this is then activated again later, all future points collected using the same linework command will be appended to the original polyline.

End: Toggles between the following two functions, giving you control in collecting data for two or more separate features that use the same linework command:

When the map icon is displayed for this button, a polyline has been created for the associated linework command. Tapping the button will then allow you to detach future points using this linework command from the current polyline, resulting in future points being added to a new polyline. If the button is blank and the current job contains at least one polyline, you will be prompted to select an existing polyline. Once selected, future points stored with this linework command will be appended to the selected polyline.

Props: A single polyline can contain different line types. The Props command will open the Auto Linework Properties screen, shown here, where when the checkbox is checked, the linework command will always switch back to the specified default linework command after changing and storing a different line type for a particular feature.

[Add…]: Allows you to create a new linework command. [Remove…]: Removes the selected linework command. [Remove All…]: Removes all the existing linework commands.

Note: All linework shots require at least two points with a particular linework command before a polyline segment is created. If only the initial point has been stored, no polyline segment is yet created.

View Raw Data File

[Job] [View Raw Data] The View Raw Data File screen displays the raw data file of the current job and allows you to append a note or current

time entry. Tapping any line in the raw data file will toggle a bookmark in front of that line. The active bookmark is shown as a

green (or light-gray) circle. An inactive bookmark is shown in red (or dark gray). [First]: Jumps to the first line of the file. [Last]: Jumps to the last line of the file. [Prev.]: Jumps to bookmark above the active bookmark. [Next]: Jumps to the bookmark below the active bookmark. [Clear All]: Clears all bookmarks. [Time]: Appends the current date and time in the form of a note to the end of the raw data file.

Raw Data Note

[Job] [View Raw Data] [Note...] The Raw Data Note screen is used to append a note to the raw data file. The note can consist of any string of text,

including line work commands or codes for use with AutoCad®. Up to 127 characters of text can be keyed into the upper portion of the screen manually or the buttons in the lower

portion of the screen can be tapped to quickly enter any of ten default linework commands. These buttons can also be customized, or new buttons can be created.

[Write Now!]: Appends the text in the upper portion of the screen to the raw data file.

Code Page

The Code page lists the default line work command code buttons and/or customized buttons. Tapping any button will enter the text associated with that button to the upper portion of the screen.

[Customize]: Toggles the page between normal mode and customize mode. When in customize mode, any of the default line work command buttons can be customized or new buttons created.

[Default] (only available after tapping [Customize]): Restores the default contents of the Code page. Any customized buttons will be lost.

History Page

The History page provides a quick way to enter a note that was used earlier. The page lists up to the last 30 notes used. Notes that were entered from the buttons on the Code page are excluded from this list to reduce clutter since those

notes are already easily accessible.

Sort: Allows you to sort the list of previous notes using a variety of methods. Select: Copies the note currently selected from the list into the upper portion of the screen where it can then be

appended to the raw data file using the [Write Now!] button.

: Removes the selected note from the list.

Code Edit

[Job] [View Raw Data] [Note...] [Code] [Customize] click a button Tapping any of the 16 available buttons while in customize mode will open the contents of that button in the Code Edit

screen where it can be modified as desired.

Button Label: This is the text that will appear on the selected button. A maximum of 5 characters can be entered here. Actual Text: This is the text that will be entered in the upper portion of the Raw Data Note screen when the selected

button is tapped. A maximum of 127 characters can be entered here.

: Saves the changes and returns to the previous screen.

: Cancels any changes made and returns to the previous screen.

Note: Custom code buttons remain intact even when switching or creating new jobs because the details of these

buttons are stored to a text file in the program's folder called NoteCode.ini. If you want to copy custom code buttons to another data collector, you must copy this file to the same folder on the other data collector.

View DTM

[Job] [View DTM] Before viewing a DTM, the Setup DTM 3D screen will open where the DTM layers must be defined. This screen is

also used to define other parameters for the DTM. [Layers]: Opens the Layers for Staking DTM screen where the DTM layers are selected. [Boundary]: Opens the Choose Polyline screen where a polyline can be selected that defines the boundary of the

DTM. Exclude points…: Move any points that exist outside the selected boundary to the Auxiliary layer. If a point is later

stored outside the boundary, they will also be moved to the Auxiliary layer. Discard the boundary…: Initially moves any points that exist outside the boundary to the Auxiliary layer. If a point

is later stored outside the boundary, the selected boundary is automatically unselected. [Clear]: Unselect the selected boundary and move it to the Auxiliary layer. [Breaklines…]: Open the Add/Edit Break lines screen where DTM break lines can be added or edited. [Points…]: Open the Points on DTM Layer screen where the points on the DTM layer can be viewed, new points can

be imported, and existing points can be deleted (moved to the Auxiliary layer). [3D View…]: Open the 3D View screen where the DTM can be viewed from any angle.

Layers for Staking DTM

[Job] [View DTM] [Layers…] The Layers for Staking DTM screen is used to select the non-reference DTM layer and an optional layer where invalid

objects are stored. Select DTM Layer: The non-reference DTM layer used for stake points that are stored and other objects that exist on

the surface you are staking. These points will be used to generate a DTM surface to compare to the reference DTM surface.

Select Auxiliary Layer: If this is checked and a point is stored that is located outside the selected DTM boundary, the point is automatically stored on the Auxiliary layer. If left unchecked, a prompt will appear when storing a point outside the boundary where you must specify the layer to store the new point.

Layer (Auxiliary): The layer that all points will be stored to if they cannot be stored to the DTM layer.

Choose Polyline

[Job] [View DTM] [Boundary…]

The Choose Polyline screen is used to select an existing polyline that defines a boundary for your non-reference DTM surface.

All the polylines in the current job are displayed. Select the appropriate polyline and tap .

Add/Edit Break- lines

[Job] [View DTM] [Breaklines…] The Add/Edit Break-lines screen is used to select, edit, create, or delete the break lines that will be used when

computing the DTM. The break lines that will be used when computing the DTM are listed in this screen. [Edit…]: Opens the Edit Polyline screen where the selected polyline can be modified or a new polyline can be

created. [Delete…]: Move the selected polyline to the Auxiliary layer.

[Add Existing…]: Displays all the polylines in the current job. Selecting a polyline and tapping will move the selected polyline to the DTM layer.

Note: If a boundary is defined, only polylines that fall within the boundary can be added.

[New…]: Opens the New Polyline screen, which is identical to the Edit Polyline screen and is used to create a new polyline.

Edit Polyline

[Job] [View DTM] [Break-lines] [Edit…] or [Job] [View DTM] [Break-lines] [New…] The Edit Polyline screen is used to perform some preliminary editing to a polyline prior to accessing the polyline

editor with the [Edit…] key. [Tap Points…]: Allows you to tap points to define a new polyline. If a polyline was already selected prior to

accessing this screen, it will be replaced by the polyline being created. [To / From…]: Allows you to define a range of points that define a polyline. If a polyline was already selected prior

to accessing this screen, it will be replaced by the polyline being created. [Edit…]: Opens the Polyline Editor where the polyline can be further edited. [Clear]: Permanently removes the selected polyline from the job. [Properties…]: Opens the New Line screen where the description, layer and feature attributes can be modified.

: Opens the Map Display Options screen to select what is displayed on the screen.

Points on DTM Layer

[Job] [View DTM] [Points…] The Points on DTM Layer screen displays all the points on the DTM layer and allows you to add points from another

layer or delete (move) points to a different layer. [Delete]: Move the selected point(s) to the Auxiliary layer. If the Auxiliary layer is not specified, you will be prompted

to select the layer to move the points to.

Note: Points on a boundary or break line cannot be deleted.

[GoTo]: Quickly find and select the specified point. [Add From To]: Opens the Select Point(s) screen where a point range can be entered. The points will then be moved

to the DTM layer. [Del From To]: Opens the Select Point(s) screen where a point range can be entered. The points will then be moved

to the Auxiliary layer.

3D View

[Job] [View DTM] [3D View…] The 3D View screen is used to view the DTM from any angle. [Settings]: Opens the 3D View Settings screen, described below, where the information displayed in the 3D view can

be configured. [Volume]: Displays the total cut and fill volume between the area that has been staked and a reference datum, whose

elevation is specified in the 3D View Settings screen; or the total cut and fill between the area that has been staked and the selected DTM.

Datum: Displays the datum elevation set in the 3D View Settings screen.

: Toggles to display or hide the point names and descriptions.

: When this button is activated, dragging within the 3D View will result in the image being rotated to any angle.

: When the button is activated, dragging within the 3D View will pan the image.

3D View Settings

[Job] [View DTM] [3D View…] [Settings] The 3D View Settings screen is used to configure the information displayed in the 3D View screen.

Height Exaggerated to the Maximum: When checked, the height exaggeration is automatically set to a high value.

When unchecked, the height exaggeration can be set manually in the next field. Height Exaggeration Ratio: The value that the height is multiplied by in the 3D view. Higher values mean more

exaggeration; a value of 1.0 would result in no exaggeration. Hidden-line Removal: When checked, will hide all the lines that occur behind other surfaces in the 3D View. The

image shown here is identical to the image shown on except the hidden lines are not removed. Display the Difference: This applies only to DTM stakeout. When checked, the vertical portion (z-axis) of the 3D

View screen is computed by the elevation differences between the non-reference DTM surface and the reference DTM surface. This will result in any objects that occur above or below the reference DTM to clearly stand out as hills and valleys and the volume information provided in the 3D View screen will be between the staked points and the reference DTM.

When unchecked, the Datum field can be set to a reference elevation. Cut and fill volumes in the 3D View screen will then be based on the difference of a horizontal plane at the elevation specified here and the non-reference DTM surface.

Datum: When the Display the Difference checkbox is unchecked, cut and fill volumes will be computed in the 3D View screen based on the difference of a horizontal plane at the elevation specified here and the staked points.

View Direction (from view point to the center): Allows you to specify the exact horizontal and vertical angle in which to view the DTM.

Manage Layers

[Job] [Manage Layers] The Manage Layers screen is used to manage the layers for the current job. All existing layers are displayed along with

which layers are visible and how many objects are on each layer. [Set Active]: Set the selected layer as the active layer. The active layer is marked with a symbol. [New…]: Opens the New Layer screen where a new layer can be added. You are prompted for a name and if the new

layer should be visible. [Edit…]: Opens the Edit Layer screen where the selected layer can be edited. The layer name and visibility can be

changed. [Delete]: Delete the selected layer.

Note: Only layers that contain no objects can be deleted. Layer 0 is required and cannot be deleted or renamed.

Tip: To move several points from one layer to another, select the desired points in the Edit Points screen and tap [Edit]. Select the layer you want to move them to and tap .

Job Information

[Job] [Job Info]

The Job Information screen displays details of the current job and allows you to remove wasted space in the current

job file.

Filename: Displays the current job file name. Feature Code File: Displays the feature code filename used in the current job. Folder: Displays the directory where the current job file is located. Size: Displays the size of the current job. Created: Displays the date that the current job was created. Points: Displays the first and last point names and if alphanumeric point names are being used. Lines: Displays the number of polylines and alignments that are in the current job. Roads: Displays the number of roads in the current job and the filenames associated with them. Basemaps: Displays the number of basemaps in the current job and the filenames associated with them. Attributes Collected: Displays the number of point and line attributes used in the current project. Pictures: Displays the number of pictures used in the current project. Total Storage: Displays the total amount of memory that is installed on the data collector. Available Storage: Displays the amount of free memory that is available to use for jobs. Wasted Space: Displays the amount of empty space that is being used by the current job. This space can be recovered

as described below. [Recover Wasted Space Now]: As you add and remove points and lines in a job, empty gaps can result within the job

file. These gaps use storage space. This button will remove any gaps in the job file, thus recovering the wasted space.

Note: The software checks for low memory situations every minute. When the available system memory falls below 256K of RAM, a warning is displayed.

Calculator

[Job] [Calculator] or , Calculator (where applicable) The Calculator screen behaves exactly like any other RPN-format calculator. It consists of a stack that can contain any

number of values and buttons that perform various operations. When a value is being entered from the keypad, it is displayed in a special area called the active area. This value is then place in Level 1 of the stack after tapping the Enter key.

Tapping a button on the display performs the corresponding operation on either the last value in the display, or the last two values, depending on the operation. Each button is explained below where the value in Level 1 is x and the value in Level 2 is y.

+: Adds x and y.

÷: Divides y by x.

-: Subtracts y from x. ×: Multiplies x and y. [Enter]: Moves the active value to Level 1 of the stack, or duplicates Level 1 if there is no active value. Swap: Swaps positions of x and y in the stack. Drop: Drops (removes) x from the stack. Edit: Moves the value in Level 1 to the active area where it can be edited. ±: Changes the sign of x. 1/x: Inverse of x. pi: Enters 3.141592654 to the stack. Clr: Clears the stack. \/¯x: Square root of x.

Sin-1: Arc sine of x.

Cos-1: Arc cosine of x.

Tan-1: Arc tangent of x. °>dms: Converts x in decimal degrees to degrees.minutes-seconds.

xn: Raises x to the power of n.

x2: Squares x. Sin: Sine of x. Cos: Cosine of x. Tan: Tangent of x. dms>°: Converts x, in degrees.minutes-seconds to decimal degrees. Ln: Natural logarithm (base e) of x. Log: Common logarithm (base 10) of x. °>R: Converts x, in decimal degrees to radians. G>R: Converts x, in Grads to radians. P>R: Converts the polar coordinates (y,x) to rectangular coordinates.

dms -: Subtracts x in degrees.minutes-seconds from y in degrees.minutes-seconds.

ex: Raises 2.718281828 to the power of x.

10x: Raises 10 to the power of x. R>°: Converts x, in radians to decimal degrees. R>G: Converts x, in radians to Grads. R>P: Converts the rectangular coordinates (y,x) to polar coordinates. dms +: Adds x in degrees.minutes-seconds and y in degrees.minutes-seconds.

Manage Pictures

[Job] [Manage Pictures] The Manage Pictures screen is used to manage pictures that are associated with the current job. The list of pictures is sorted by the picture names by default, but they can also be sorted by point association, date, or

file size by tapping the desired column’s heading. For example, tap [Date] to sort all the pictures by date. Tapping [Date] again will reverse the sort order.

Various icons are used to indicate the type of point the corresponding pictures is associated with. [View]: Opens the selected picture in the Windows Mobile® Pictures & Video application. Tap [ok] to return to the

software. Additional options are available from the [Send] and [Menu] buttons, but are not related to the software and are not covered in this manual.

[Del]: Deletes the selected picture.

Take Pictures

[Job] [Take Picture] The Take Picture routine is only available on a Nomad with a built-in camera. The routine is used to take a new

picture and optionally associate it with an existing point. Align the shot in the first Take Still Picture screen and when ready, press [Enter] on the data collector to take the

picture. The picture will be displayed on the second screen automatically. The first two screens of the routine are part of the Windows Mobile® Pictures & Video application.

The second screen is used to preview the picture. You must tap [ok] or press [Enter] on the data collector button to continue to the final screen. If the picture is unacceptable, you can cancel from the third screen and start over.

Note: The options available from the bottom of this screen are part of the Windows Mobile® Pictures & Video application and are not supported in the software.

The third screen is used to name and describe the picture.

New Picture File Name: Enter the picture name here. The previous name entered will initially be entered in this field

for you, except the number will be advanced by one.

Point Associated with Picture: You can specify an existing point in this field to associate the picture with the specified point. Raw Data Note: Any text entered here will be stored to the raw data file as a note along with the picture details.

: can be used to cancel out of the routine without saving the picture.

: Saves the picture and closes the routine.

Survey Menu

The Survey Menu contains the routines used for collecting data.

Station Setup Check Setup Traverse Index Repetition Shots Multiple Sideshots Radial Sideshots Distance Offsets Horizontal Angle Offset Vertical Angle Offset Auto Collect Quick Codes Corner & 2 Lines Corner & Angle Corner & Offset Corner & Plane Surface Scan Shoot From Two Ends Record Mode Remote Elevation Check Point Solar Observation Remote Control

On Board Index Main Index

Station Setup Index

Station Setup Station Setup - Known Point Station Setup - Resection Station Setup - Use Last Check Setup

Survey Menu Index Main Index

Traverse Index

Traverse/Sideshot Point Exists Screen Traverse Results Traverse Now/Later Dialog Traverse Wizard

Survey Menu Index

Main Index

Offsets Index

Distance Offsets Horizontal Angle Offset Vertical Angle Offset

Survey Menu Index Main Index

AutoCollect Index

Auto Collect Auto Collect- Part 2

Survey Menu Index Main Index

Corners Index

Corner & 2 Lines Corner & Angle Corner & Offset Corner & Plane

Survey Menu Index Main Index

Surface Scan Index

Surface Scan Surface Scan Statistics Surface Scan Results

Survey Menu Index Main Index

Solar Observation Index

Solar Observation Taking Shots Enter Shot Data Screen Sun Shot Procedure

Results

Survey Menu Index

Main Index

Video Scan Index

Video Scan Video Scan Settings

Survey Menu Index Main Index

Remote Control Index

Remote Control Remote Shots Results Card Video Card Video Display Options Video Settings Map Card Aim Card Foresight Card Turn To Sky Plot GeoLock Settings

Survey Menu Index Main Index

On-board Software Index

On-board builds of the Survey Pro software have enhanced features to take advantage of the platform.

Quick Shot routine Quick Stake routine Live Update fields MSR/MSR2 key support

Survey Menu Index Main Index

Station Setup

[Survey] [Station Setup] The Station Setup wizard is used to set the occupy point and orient the instrument.

Setup Type: Select the type of setup to do with this wizard. You can choose from: Known Point, Unknown Point

(Resection), and Use Last Setup.

Station Setup Known Point

The following screens are used when the setup type is set to Known Point.

Station Setup Known Point – Enter Occupy Point

+ Occupy Point: Select a point to setup on. You can enter a point name, select from a list or from the map. If you

enter a new point name here, you will have to enter known coordinates for that point and store it before proceeding with the wizard.

2D Survey: Check this box to conduct a 2D survey. This option will allow you to select a 2D point for the occupy point, and will disable the height of instrument and rod controls in setup and measurement taking user interface.

Information: Shows the location (N, E, Elev) and description of the selected occupy point. HI: Enter the height of instrument if you are doing a 3D survey. [Remote Elevation]: This button is available when using 3D survey Mode. Tap this button to open the Remote

Elevation screen where you can calculate the height of the instrument from a shot on the rod on a different point.

[Check Setup]: This button is only available when there is already a station setup in place. Tap Check Setup to open the Station Check screen.

[Next >]: Advances to the Orient Instrument page.

Station Setup Known Point – Orient Instrument

New Point/BS Point/BS Azimuth: Select the type of backsight used to orient the instrument. You can choose

between: New Point, BS Point, BS Azimuth

Station Setup Known Point – Orient Instrument – New Point

BS Azimuth / BS Bearing: Enter the azimuth or bearing to the new backsight point. Backsight Circle: Enter the circle reading you would like to set on the backsight line. [Read Circle]: Tap to read the circle from the instrument [Send Circle]: Sends the entered Backsight Circle to the instrument. Fixed Target / Roving Target: Select the target type at the backsight point. Choose fixed target if you will use a

dedicated target at the backsight. Choose Roving Target if you will use the same target at the backsight as you will for foresight points.

HR: Enter the height of the backsight target. [Measure Backsight]: Triggers a measurement from the total station, and stores the new backsight point.

[Finish]: Records the setup and exits the wizard.

Station Setup Known Point – Orient Instrument – BS Point

BS Point: Enter the point name to use for the backsight point. BS Azimuth: Displays the grid direction to the backsight point. Fixed Target / Roving Target: Select the target type at the backsight point. Choose fixed target if you will use a

dedicated target at the backsight. Choose Roving Target if you will use the same target at the backsight as you will for foresight points.

HR: Enter the height of the backsight target. [Read Circle]: Tap to read the circle from the instrument [Send Circle]: Sends the entered Backsight Circle to the instrument.

[Next >]: Advances to the Check Setup page. This button shows up when you are using check backsight as part of the station setup work flow.

[Finish]: Records the setup and exits the wizard. This button only shows up when you have Skip Check during Station Setup checked on the Surveying card of the Job Settings pages.

Station Setup Known Point – Orient Instrument – BS Azimuth:

BS Azimuth: Enter the azimuth to the known azimuth reference mark. [Read Circle]: Tap to read the circle from the instrument [Send Circle]: Sends the entered Backsight Circle to the instrument.

[Next >]: Advances to theCheck Setup page. This button shows up when you are using check backsight as part of the station setup work flow.

[Finish]: Records the setup and exits the wizard. This button only shows up when you have Skip Check during Station Setup checked on the Surveying card of the Job Settings pages.

Station Setup Resection

The following screens are used when the setup type is set to Unknown Point / Resection.

Station Setup Resection – Enter Store Point

Store Pt: Enter the name for the new point to be stored as a result of the resection. Description: Enter the description of the new point to be stored as a result of the resection. HI: Enter the height of instrument if you are doing a 3D survey.

2D Survey Check this box to conduct a 2D survey. This option will allow you to select a 2D point for the occupy

point, and will disable the height of instrument and rod controls in setup and measurement taking user interface.

Shots per Resect Point: Enter the number of repetition sets you will collect for each point. Sequence: Select the mode to shoot each set of the resection measurements. You can choose between: Direct and

Reverse, or Direct Only. [Check Setup]: This button is only available when there is already a station setup in place. Tap Check Setup to open

the Station Check screen.

Station Setup Resection – Observations

Resect Point: Enter the name of the known point to observe next in the resection. Option: Select the measurement option. You can choose between: Distance and Angle, and Angle Only. HR: Enter the height of rod for each observation. Observe: Triggers the instrument to take an observation, and adds the results Point List: Shows the points observed so far, and the residuals of those points in the current resection solution if it is

solved. You can tap on the check box to the left of each point name to enable or disable the use of that point in the resection solution. The solution is automatically resolved each time you change the resection point assignments.

[Next >]: Advances the wizard to the resection Results screen. You must have enough observations to solve the resection before you can advance.

Station Setup Resection – Results

Occupy Point: Displays the name of the point to be stored at the occupy location as a result of the resection. Description: Displays the description of the point to be stored at the occupy location as a result of the resection. North / East / Elevation: Displays the coordinate to be stored for the occupy point. Solution Angular RMS: Displays the root mean squared of the angular measurements used in the resection. Solution Distance RMS: Displays the root mean squared error of the distance measurements used in the resection.

[Store >]: Stores the point, and advances to the Station Setup wizard in BS Point mode, where you can complete the station setup for the newly stored occupy point.

Station Setup Use Last

The following screens are used when the setup type is set to Use Last.

Station Setup Use Last – Enter HI

HI: Enter the height of instrument if you are doing a 3D survey. [Check Setup]: This button is only available when there is already a station setup in place. Tap Check Setup to open

the Station Check screen.

[ Next > ]: Advances to the Station Setup Use Last – Send Circle Page.

Station Setup Use Last – Send Circle

Fixed Target / Roving Target: Select the target type at the backsight point. Choose fixed target if you will use a

dedicated target at the backsight. Choose Roving Target if you will use the same target at the backsight as you will for foresight points.

HR: Enter the height of the backsight target. [Send Circle]: Sends the Backsight Circle for this setup to the instrument.

[Next >]: Advances to theCheck Setup. This button shows up when you are using check backsight as part of the station setup work flow.

[Finish]: Records the setup and exits the wizard. This button only shows up when you have Skip Check during Station Setup checked on the Surveying card of the Job Settings pages.

Check Setup

This screen is used to verify the back sight by measuring the distance between the occupy point and the back sight point, or taking a measurement to a third point.

Check Type: Select the method to check the back sight. You can choose between: By Angle, By Distance, and By Point.

By Angle: Use this method to check the current back sight circle compared to the set back sight circle. By Distance: Use this method to check the distance between the occupy point and the back sight point, plus the

current back sight circle compared to the set back sight circle.

By Point: Use this method to measure to a third point and check the closure to that point. [Check]: Triggers the instrument to take a measurement appropriate for the check type you are performing.

Traverse / Sideshot

[Survey] [Traverse / Sideshot] The Traverse / Sideshot screen is the main screen used for data collection.

Foresight: The point name that will be used for the next stored point. Description: The description for the next stored point. HR: The height of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options. [Side Shot]: Triggers the total station to take a shot to the prism. The new point is stored as a side shot in the data

collector and the foresight point will automatically advance to the next available point.

[Traverse]: Triggers the total station to take a shot to the prism. The new point is stored as a traverse shot in the data

collector and a The Traverse Now or Later screen will open. If you choose to traverse now, the occupy point will automatically change to the previous foresight point and the backsight point will automatically change to the previous occupy point.

Note: Prior to storing a point, you may then be prompted for description, rod height, layer, and/or feature information depending on the selections made in the Surveying Settings screen.

[Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen where you can set and check your station occupy point and backsight.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

Traverse Results

Angle Right: The horizontal angle right around the Occupy Point from the Backsight to the Foresight Point. Azimuth: The azimuth from the Occupy Point to the Foresight Point. Zenith: The zenith angle measured by the total station to the prism. Slope Dist: The slope distance measured by the total station to the prism. Horz Dist: The horizontal distance from the Occupy Point to the Foresight Point. Vert Dist: The vertical distance from the Occupy Point to the Foresight Point. Point: The name of the stored point. Desc: The description of the stored point. Location N: The Y-coordinate of the stored point. Location E: The X-coordinate of the stored point. Location Z: The elevation of the stored point.

Traverse Now or Later ?

After taking a shot with the [Traverse] button, the Traverse Now or Later? screen will open where you can specify if you want to traverse now or later .

[Traverse Now]: Expects you to move your total station to the next occupy point before any additional shots are taken. The occupy, foresight, and backsight points will be updated accordingly.

[Traverse Later]: Allows you to take additional side shots before moving the total station to the next traverse point. This is useful is you want to take side shots from the current occupy point, but perform the traverse shot as the first shot of the current set up to ensure the highest accuracy.

When you have finished taking side shots, tap the [Traverse] button again. You can then select [Traverse Now] and

set up on the next occupy point, or select [Shoot New Traverse] to re-shoot the traverse shot.

Traverse Wizard

[Survey] [Traverse / Sideshot] [Traverse] [Traverse Now]

This wizard is used to setup the occupy point and back sight after a traverse observation, or when you traverse the instrument after you have previously made a traverse observation and chosen to traverse later.

HI: Enter the height of the instrument at the new setup point. New Occupy Point: Displays the name of the traverse to point. This would be the name of the point you shot with

the Traverse button. New Backsight Point: Displays the name of the new back sight point. This would be the point you were just

occupying. Fixed Target / Roving Target: Select the target type at the backsight point. Choose fixed target if you will use a

dedicated target at the backsight. Choose Roving Target if you will use the same target at the backsight as you will for foresight points.

HR: Enter the height of the backsight target. [Read Circle]: Tap to read the circle from the instrument [Send Circle]: Sends the entered Backsight Circle to the instrument.

[Next >]: Advances to theCheck Setup page. This button shows up when you are using check backsight as part of the station setup work flow.

[Finish]: Records the setup and exits the wizard. This button only shows up when you have Skip Check during Station Setup checked on ththe Surveying card of the Job Settings pages.

Point Exists Screen

[Survey] [Traverse / Sideshot] [Traverse] or [Side Shot] When performing a traverse or side shot and the foresight point name already exists, the Point Exists screen will open

where you select how to handle the new point. [Overwrite Existing]: Overwrite the existing point with the new coordinates. [Use Next Available]: Store the coordinates using the next available point name. [Store Additional Observation]: Write an observation record to the raw data file with the new coordinate values

without changing the existing point in the job file. (This button is not available when shooting an existing traverse shot.)

Remote Shot Screen (Remote Mode)

[Survey] [Traverse / Sideshot] [Traverse] or [Side Shot]

When running in remote mode, tapping the [Traverse] or [Side Shot] button from the Traverse / Sideshot screen will

open the Remote Shot screen. The Remote Shot screen is identical to the Remote Control screen with the addition of a [Take Shot] button that

allows you to trigger the total station to take a shot. [Take Shot]: After the total station is properly aiming toward the prism, this will trigger the total station to take a shot.

If you are performing a side shot, you will remain in the Remote Shot screen once the shot is completed. If you are performing a traverse shot, you will return to the Traverse / Sideshot screen when the shot is completed.

Repetition Shots

[Survey] [Repetition Shots] The Repetition Shots screen is used to perform side shots or traverse shots using any number of repetitions.

Note: The sequence that the repetition shots are performed is selected in the Repetition Settings screen.

Foresight: The name of the point that will be stored. Number of Sets: The desired number of sets to shoot to the backsight and foresight.

Note: One set is equivalent to two shots to the backsight and foresight point.

HR: The rod height.

: Opens the Smart Target options. Average (of): Shows the average angle or distance to the foresight from all the shots taken. The value in parenthesis is

the total number of repetitions performed.

Worst Residual: Displays the worst residual calculated from all the sets of the selected measurement type. Description: The description for the point that is being stored. This field appears prior to storing the new point.

Note: A residual is the difference between a single measurement and the average of all the measurements.Note: If a

residual exceeds the tolerances set in the Repetition Settings screen, that value is displayed in bold text.

[HA], [ZA], [SD]: Allows you to replace the current repetition data for the corresponding button with new data. Once tapped, the repetition data for the tapped button will be deleted. You will then need to perform all sets defined in the Number of Sets field again, where the new data will replace the corresponding deleted data.

[All]: Open a screen that asks if you want to add an additional set to those already done or start over. [Toss]: Delete the corresponding set that has the worst residual. Note: A set can only be “tossed” when three or more sets have been collected.

[Side Shot]: Use the repetition data gathered to create a new side shot point. The foresight point will automatically

advance to the next available point.

[Traverse]: Use the repetition data gathered to create a new traverse point. The occupy point will automatically update to the previous foresight point and the backsight point will automatically update to the previous occupy point.

[Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen where the current backsight can be modified.

: A shortcut to the Surveying and Repetition Settings screens.

Multiple Sideshots

[Survey] [Multiple Sideshots] The Multiple Sideshots screen is used to perform multiple side shots using any number of repetitions to each foresight

without the need to re-shoot the backsight.

Foresight: The point name that will be stored. Description: The description for the next stored point. HR: The length of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options. Number of Sets: The desired number of sets to shoot to the backsight or foresight. [Shoot Backsight]: Used to shoot the backsight. You will be required to shoot the number of sets to the backsight

entered in the Number of Sets field.

Note: The backsight can be re-shot at any time, but it must be shot before the first side shot can be shot.

[Side Shot]: Used to shoot a side shot. Once the final set is complete, the new point is stored and the foresight point will automatically advance to the next available point.

[Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen. where the current backsight can be modified.

: A shortcut to the Surveying and Repetition Settings screens.

Radial Sideshots

[Survey] [Radial Sideshots] The Radial Sideshots routine combines the functionality of the Multiple Sideshots routine with the accuracy of the

Repetition Shots routine. It is used to perform repetition shots to a backsight and any number of foresights (side shots)

from the same occupy point.

: Accesses the Surveying Settings screen and Radial Sideshot Settings screen, which is identical to the Repetition

Settings screen with the exception of the choices for the Shooting Sequence. Select B>F1>..>Fn^F1>..>Fn>B to

shoot all Face 2 side shots in the same order as the Face 1 side shots, or B>F1>..>Fn^Fn>..>F1>B to shoot the Face 2

side shots in reverse order.

Option: When shooting the first set, measuring a distance and angle for each shot is required, but when starting all

subsequent sets, Angle Only can also be selected for this field. Number of Sets: Where the desired number of sets is specified.

[Done with SS >]: Used when you are finished shooting side shots. This is only available while taking Face 1 side shots for the first set.

[Shoot] / [Shoot BS]: Used to shoot the current point. If the shot was already performed, the [Next >] button will be enabled. Tapping [Shoot] again will throw out the results of the last shot and re-shoot it.

[Next >]: Used to take the next required shot in the routine. The button label will contain additional information to help indicate which shot is required next.

Distance Offset

[Survey] [Distance Offset] The Distance Offset screen is used to store a new point that is a known distance away from the rod location. This

screen is useful when the rod cannot occupy the new point’s location.

Foresight: The point name that will be stored. Desc.: The description for the offset shot that is stored. HR: The length of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options. Offset: The offset distance that is to the left (when L is selected) or right (when R is selected) of the prism from

the total station’s point of view. Horz Dist Offset: The offset distance that is beyond the prism (positive value) or in front of the prism (negative value)

from the total station’s point of view.

Elevation Offset: The offset distance that is below the prism (negative value) or above the prism (positive value).

Note: Multiple offsets can be applied simultaneously.

[Shoot]: Take a shot to the prism, apply the offset(s) entered, and then store the new point. [Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen. where the current backsight can be modified.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

Horizontal Angle Offset

[Survey] [Horizontal Angle Offset]

The Horizontal Angle Offset screen allows you to compute and store the location of a new point that cannot be

occupied, such as at the center of large tree. The routine shoots a prism positioned at the side of the new point and then reads the horizontal angle when aiming

toward the center of the new point to compute the new point’s location.

Foresight: The point name that will be used when storing the new point. Description: The description for the offset shot that is stored.

[Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen.. [Aim Center]: Record the horizontal angle from the total station, which should be facing the center of the new point. [Shoot Prism]: Take a shot to the prism, which is located at the side of the new point.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

Note: The new point will have the same elevation as the point occupied by the prism.

Note: The prism only needs to occupy the location at the side of the new point. A prism is not necessary when

shooting the location directly in front of the new point.

Vertical Angle Offset

[Survey] [Vertical Angle Offset] The Vertical Angle Offset screen allows you to compute and store the location of a new point that exists directly above

or below the rod location, but cannot be occupied, such as the top of a utility pole. The new point will have the same coordinates as the rod location, but with a different elevation.

Foresight: The point name that will be used when storing the new point. Description: The description for the offset shot that is stored.

[Shoot Prism]: Take a shot to the prism. [Aim Zenith]: Read the vertical angle measured by the total station, which should be facing the new point’s location. [Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen..

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

Auto Collect

[Survey] [Auto Collect] The Auto Collect screen allows users with robotic total stations to automatically collect points either at a specified time

interval or after the rod has moved a specified horizontal distance.

Note: This routine only works when used with a robotic total station in remote control mode.

Foresight: The point name that will be used when storing the first new point. Each successive point name will automatically be incremented by the next available point number.

Description: The description that will be assigned to all the points that are stored from this routine.

Time: When this radio button is selected, a point will automatically be stored after each time specified in the

corresponding field passes.

Distance: When this radio button is selected, a point will automatically be stored each time the prism is moved

from the last stored point by the horizontal distance specified in the corresponding field.

Note: The accuracy that a point will be stored when auto collecting by Distance will vary depending on how frequently the total station measures a distance and how fast the prism is traveling.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

[Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen.. [Next >]: Opens the next screen.

Auto Collect- Screen 2

The second Auto Collect screen displays information related to the points that have been stored and when the next point will be stored.

The box in the upper-left corner displays the direction and distance the total station is aiming relative to the backsight. The upper-right corner displays the next store point number and when the next point will be stored in either seconds or

distance. The lower-left corner is a graphic that shows the current total station position, the current prism position, and when

collecting by distance, the approximate location of the next store point (represented by an X) based on the speed and direction the prism is moving from the previous store point. Previous stored points are also displayed as dots in this part of the screen.

The lower-right corner of the screen displays the number of points that have been stored and the speed and direction the prism is traveling.

[Store Now]: Stores a point at the current prism location, even if the time / distance criteria is not yet met. [< Back]: Returns to the previous Auto Collect screen. [Start / Stop]: Toggles between starting or stopping the Auto Collect routine.

Quick Codes

[Survey] [Quick Codes]

The Quick Codes screen is used to rapidly take shots with different description codes.

Foresight: Is where you enter the foresight point name.

Note: If you specify an existing point in the Foresight field, you are prompted to overwrite or use the next available point. You will not have the option to store an observation.

HR: The height of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options. [Backsight]: Opens the Station Setup screen where you can set and check your station occupy point and backsight.

Tap any of the buttons to take a shot and store the point with the description of the button label. This shot is taken using the current smart target and all relevant settings. The point is stored with the description labeled on the button, for example, [Ditch] or [TOPO]. You can also tap [Enter] to take a shot with the last used button.

Note: Storing points in this routine does not change the last user-specified description used in any survey routine.

Note: To enter a new description, or edit an existing button description in the Quick Codes screen, tap and hold the

button. The Quick Code button labels are saved in the \Program Files\Survey Pro\QuickCodes.ini file. You can copy these files from one data collector to another to preload the list.

Corner & 2 Lines

[Survey] [Corner & 2 Lines] The Corner and 2 Lines screen is used to store a point at the corner of a structure using a reflectorless total station

where a direct measurement to the point is not possible, but two points on two intersecting lines can be shot.

Foresight: The name of the point that will be stored. Description: The description for the point that will be stored. HR: 0.000: Shows that no rod height will be used with this routine since all shots are direct reflectorless. [Shoot Line 1]: Prompts you to take two shots on Line 1, which intersects with Line 2 at the point you want to store.

Note: Each shot for a line can be in any location on the same line. (Shot 1 can be to the left or the right of Shot 2.) [Shoot Line 2]: Prompts you to take two shots on Line 2, which intersects with Line 1 at the point you want to store. Note: After all shots are done, the computed elevation is displayed for the new point. You can either enter a different

elevation or tap to accept the computed elevation. [Backsight]: Opens the Station Setup screen you can set and check your station occupy point and backsight.

Corner & Angle

[Survey] [Corner & Angle]

The Corner and Angle screen is used to store a point that cannot be shot on a reference line using a reflectorless total station where two other points on the same line can be shot.

Foresight: The name of the point that will be stored. Description: The description for the point that will be stored. HR: 0.000: Shows that no rod height will be used with this routine since all shots are direct reflectorless. [Shoot Line]: Prompts you to take two shots on a line that intersects with the point you want to store.

Note: Each shot can be in any location on the line. (Shot 1 can be to the left or the right of Shot 2.)

[Aim at Corner]: Prompts you to aim at the corner (the point that you want to store). Although no shot is taken, the angles to the point will be used to compute its location.

Note: After all shots are done, the computed elevation is displayed for the new point. You can either enter a different elevation or tap to accept the computed elevation.

[Backsight]: Opens the Station Setup screen where you can set and check your station occupy point and backsight.

Corner & Offset

[Survey] [Corner & Offset] The Corner and Offset screen is used to store a point using a reflectorless total station for a point that cannot be shot

directly, but the offset(s) to the point can be measured from a reference line that can be shot.

Foresight: The name of the point that will be stored. Description: The description for the point that will be stored. HR: 0.000: Shows that no rod height will be used with this routine since all shots are direct reflectorless. Horiz Offset: The horizontal distance on the line from Shot 1 to the new point. Select L if the new point falls to the

left of Shot 1, or select R if it falls to the right. Perpendicular Offset: The horizontal distance, perpendicular to the reference line, from the line to the new point (see

diagram). A positive value extends away from the total station where a negative value is closer to the total station. Elevation Offset: The vertical offset from the line to the new point. (See diagram.) A positive value will result in a

new point above the reference line and a negative value results in a new point below the reference line. [Shoot Line]: Prompts you to take two shots on the horizontal reference line.

Note: Each shot can be in any location on the reference line (Shot 1 can be to the left or the right of Shot 2), but the Horiz Offset is always measured from Shot 1.

[Backsight]: Opens the Station Setup screen where tyou can set and check your station occupy point and backsight. Note: After each shot is complete, the computed elevation is displayed for the new point. You can either enter a

different elevation or tap to accept the computed elevation.

Corner & Plane

[Survey] [Corner & Plane] The Corner and Plane screen is used to store a point using a reflectorless total station for a point that cannot be shot,

but three points on the same plane can be shot.

Foresight: The name of the point that will be stored. Description: The description for the point that will be stored. HR: 0.000: Shows that no rod height will be used with this routine since all shots are direct reflectorless. [Shoot Plane]: Prompts you to take three shots on the same flat surface that the new point is located.

Note: Each shot can be in any location on the same plane, but they must not form a straight line and they should not

be grouped close together. [Aim at Corner]: Prompts you to aim at the corner (the point that you want to store). Although no shot is taken, the

angles to the point will be used to compute its location. Note: After all shots are done, the computed elevation is displayed for the new point. You can either enter a different

elevation or tap to accept the computed elevation. [Backsight]: Opens the Station Setup screen you can set and check your station occupy point and backsight.

Shoot From Two Ends

[Survey] [Shoot From 2 Ends] The Shoot From 2 Ends screen is used to provide more accurate vertical closure to a traverse. The routine requires that

a foresight point is shot, but it is not stored until after it is occupied and another shot is taken to the previous occupy point. The coordinates for the foresight point are computed from an average of data gathered at each occupy point.

Foresight: The name given to the next stored point. Description: The description given to the next stored point. HR: The length of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options. Number of Sets: The desired number of sets required when shooting each foresight. You must select at least one set. [Traverse]: Prompts you to shoot the Foresight point. After each set is performed, the Move To Other End dialog box

will open and prompt you to set up on the new point and enter a new instrument and rod height. The Traverse Wizard dialog box will open and inform you of the updated points.

[BS Setup…]: Opens the Station Setup screen where the current backsight can be modified.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings and Repetition Settings screens.

Record Mode

[Survey] [Record Mode] When running in Record Mode, all control of the total station is performed from the total station's keypad. The data

collector will simply log each shot that is taken from the total station. This routine is typically used for topo work, where the total station remains over a single occupy point during all shots.

Note: Not all total stations support record mode. Foresight: The point name that will be used when storing the next point. Once a point is stored, it will be incremented

to the next available point.

Description: The description for all the shots that are stored. HR: The length of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options. Start Recording]: Starts recording all shots performed from the total station. [Stop]: Stops record mode. [Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen. where the current backsight can be modified.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

Remote Elevation

[Survey] [Remote Elevation] The Remote Elevation screen will compute the elevation for the occupy point by shooting a foresight with a known

elevation, or it will compute the elevation for a foresight when the occupy elevation is known.

Known Elevation Is…: Where you specify if the Occupy point or the Foresight point has a known elevation. Elevation: The known elevation for the selected point. Shoot: Defines if you want to perform a Direct shot only, or Direct & Reverse shots to the foresight. HI: The distance that the total station is above the ground. HR: The length of the rod.

: Opens the Smart Target options.

Store Pt: When checked, the elevation of the point specified here will be replaced with the computed elevation.

[Take Shot…]: Computes the elevation for the point that had an unknown elevation and optionally writes that

elevation to the specified Store Pt.

Results OCC Elevation: Displays the elevation for the occupy point. FS Elevation: Displays the elevation for the foresight point.

Check Point

[Survey] [Check Point] The Check Point screen compares the rod location with an existing point in the project. This routine is similar to the

Check Setup routine and is used to verify that the rod and/or the total station is over the correct point. This routine

does not store a new point.

Point: The point from the project that will be compared to the observed point (rod location). Height of Rod: The length of the rod.

[Backsight…]: Opens the Station Setup screen.. [Take Shot]: Takes a shot and displays the deltas between the observed point and the selected point. High delta values

can indicate either the rod and/or total station is over the wrong point. The deltas can also be viewed in the Results screen and Map screen.

: A shortcut to the Surveying Settings screen.

Solar Observation

[Survey] [Solar Observation] The Solar Observation screen is used to compute the azimuth to an arbitrary backsight based on the position of a

celestial body; typically the sun.

WARNING! Direct viewing of the sun without a proper filter will cause serious eye damage. Pointing a total

station directly toward the sun without a solar filter can also damage the EDM components.

: A shortcut to the Date/Time Settings screen.

Lat. / Long.: The latitude and longitude of the total station. These values can be scaled from a map, such as a U.S.G.S. 7.5-minute quadrangle sheet or collected with a handheld GPS unit.

Aim: Selects the portion of the celestial body that where you intend to aim. You can select Left Edge of Center, Center, or Right Edge of Center.

Note: Typically Left Edge of Center is selected when performing a sun shot in the northern hemisphere and Center is selected for star shots.

[Corrections]: Displays which corrections are currently selected with an N for no, or a Y for yes. When tapped, the

Corrections screen opens where the following corrections are configured.

Non-linear Declination Correction: Applies a correction for the linear interpolation of the declination of the sun for the time that an observation is taken. This error is usually negligible, but is removed when this is checked. (This should only be checked when performing sun shots.) Correct to State Grid: When selected, the computed azimuth is referenced from the local State Plane grid rather than true north. Center Meridian / Zone Constant: These values are used to adjust the computed azimuth to the local State Plane grid. Appendix A lists these values for the United States.

GHA0: The Greenwich Hour Angle of the sun at zero hour Universal Time, Greenwich, on the current date. Decl0: The declination of the sun at zero hour on the current date. GHA24: The Greenwich Hour Angle of the sun at zero hour Universal Time, Greenwich, on the following day (24-

hours later).

Decl24: The declination of the sun at zero hour on the following day. Solar Semi-Diameter: The semi-diameter of the sun, expressed in minutes and seconds.

Shots

Number of sets: The number of sets that will be taken to the celestial object. Reverse Shots: When checked, reverse shots will be required with each set. When unchecked, only direct shots are

required. [Shoot]: Opens the Enter Shot Data screen, described below, where the shot data is entered for the selected

observation. [Toss] / [Incl]: Toggle the selected observation so that it will be hidden or un-hidden, respectively. When an

observation is hidden, it will not be used when calculating the final azimuth.

Note: The [Toss] / [Incl] buttons perform the same function as checking / un-checking the checkbox in front of each observation.

Note: A backsight observation cannot be tossed.

[Del]: Permanently deletes the most current observation if it is selected allowing you to shoot that shot again. [Reset]: Permanently deletes all observations. A warning prompt will appear before the observations are deleted.

The Enter Shot Data Screen

Horizontal Angle: Displays the horizontal angle measured by the total station. This value is updated with the [Take Shot] button, described below.

Current Date / Time: Displays the current date, time, and DUT. These settings can be changed from the Date/Time

Settings screen.

Date: If incorrect, the current date should be entered here. Time: Where the precise time that the observation occurred is entered. Hrs to GMT: The number of hours that the time at the current location differs from Greenwich Mean Time. Take Shot: Records the horizontal angle from the total station.

[Get Local Time]: Fills in the Time field with the current time that is set in the data collector. This function is not available when shooting the backsight.

Sun Shot Procedure Summary

1. Point the telescope ahead of the path of the sun and lock the horizontal movement of the total station.

2. Immediately record the horizontal angle from the total station using the [Take Shot] button.

3. When the target becomes properly aligned with the cross-hairs, record the current time as accurately as possible.

The time can be automatically read from the data collector using the [Get Local Time] button, or measured from an external time piece and manually entered in the appropriate fields.

4. When finished, tap the button to complete the current observation.

When all observations are complete, the Results page displays the computed azimuth to the backsight.

Results

BS D/R: The horizontal angle recorded to the backsight for the particular direct/reverse observation. Azi D/R: The computed azimuth to the backsight for the particular direct/reverse observation. Avg: The computed average azimuth of the backsight, relative to true north. Grid Avg: The computed average azimuth of the backsight, relative to the local State Plane grid.

This field is only displayed when a state grid correction is applied.

Note: See the User Manual for more information on the usage of the Solar Observation routine.

Remote Control

[Survey] [Remote Control] Remote control mode is a special mode that makes it easier for users to control fully robotic total stations from a

remote data collector.

Note: The remote control functions are available only after a supported robotic total station is selected and enabled in the Instrument Settings screen.

The Remote Control screen allows you to turn the total station in any direction using the arrow buttons on the keypad

and control the tacking functions. The arrow keys are typically used to get the total station to aim in the general vicinity of the prism prior to initiating a

search. The total station will continue to turn in the direction of the button as long as the button remains pressed. [^]: Aims the scope upward. [v]: Aims the scope downward. [>]: Turns the scope to the right (as you face the total station from the data collector). [<]: Turns the scope to the left. [GeoLock]: This button is available when GeoLock is enabled and when a supported total station has lost lock on the

prism. Tapping it will turn the total station to the area of the prism computed by the GPS solution, followed by a prism search. (See the User’s Manual for more information on using GeoLock.)

[Search]: Starts the search routine where the total station searches in a specific pattern until it “sees” the prism and then stops.

[Lock]: Puts the total station in track mode where it will track the movements of the prism. [Stop]: Stops the total station from tracking or searching. [Turn To]: Opens the Turn To screen where the total station can be turned to a specified direction or quickly flipped

between face one and face two. EDM Mode: Allows you to select from various EDM modes. The options available depend on the total station being

used. Consult the total station’s documentation for more information on the EDM modes that it supports. [Results]: Displays the Results card. [Map]: Displays the Map card. [Aim]: Displays the Aim card. [Foresight]: Displays the Foresight card.

The satellite icon in the Command Bar indicates the status of the satellite connection when using GeoLock. Tapping this icon will display a pop-up list with the following items:

Sky Plot: Opens the Sky Plot screen. Settings: Opens the GeoLock Settings screen. Reset: Resets the GPS localization solution. Sats: An output-only field that will display one of the following messages, which will change along with the

color of the satellite icon:

GREEN: On - Ready: GeoLock is active and a localization solution exists.

YELLOW: On - Collecting Data: GeoLock is active but a localization solution does not yet exist.

RED: No GPS Data or GeoLock requires Backsight set: No NMEA data is available or the backsight has not yet been

set.

GRAY: Off: GeoLock is not enabled.

Results Card

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Results]

Names: When checked, the point name will be shown next to each point that is overlaid on the video screen. The color

The Results card displays live angle data from the total station and live distance data is displayed depending on the current EDM mode.

[HD/VD] / [ZA/SD]: Toggles the data displayed from the total station between HA, HD and VD, or HA, ZA and SD.

Video Card

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Video] (available only with supported total stations) The Video card displays a live video image from the total station and allows you to adjust the camera/video settings,

take a photo, or turn the total station. Tapping anywhere within the video image will turn the total station to that location. Existing points are overlaid on the

screen when they are in view.

Zoom In: Digitally zooms in the image with each tap between four levels from 1x to 4x.

Zoom Out: Zoom out with each tap from 4x back to 1x.

Take Photo: Takes a digital photo and stores the photo to a file.

Brightness/Contrast: Opens a dialog box where the brightness, contrast and white balance can be adjusted.

Video Display Options: Opens the Video Display Options screen, where the look of overlaid points can be

customized. (Green Blinking Light): A blinking green 'light' in the upper right corner indicates a good data feed is being received. (Red Blinking Light): A blinking red 'light' in the lower left corner indicates a good video feed is being received.

Settings: Accesses the Settings screen where the Video Settings screen can be accessed. (This screen is not

accessible from any other location.)

Video Display Options

[Survey] [Remote Control ] [Video] The Video Display Options screen is used to customize the look of points that are overlaid on the video screen. Show Points: When checked, points will be overlaid on the video screen. The color that fills the small squares that

represents the points can be selected with the corresponding color button. When unchecked, no points or point names are overlaid.

for the text can be selected with the corresponding color button.

Smart Point Labels: When checked, some point names will automatically be hidden if they overlap other point names

in situations where several points are crowded together. For the names that are shown, the associated point graphic will be displayed with a bold border. When unchecked, all point names will be displayed whether or not they overlap other point names.

Show All Points: When checked, all points in the job will be shown if in view on the video display. Show Points From Current Setup: When checked, only points that were stored from the current backsight setup will

be shown. Show Only This Layer: When checked, only points that are stored on the selected layer will be overlaid on the video

screen. [Manage Layers]: Opens the Manage Layers screen where the layers can be configured.

Video Settings

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Video] [Video] or [Job] [Settings] [Instrument] [Instrument Settings…] [Instrument Settings] [Video]

The Video Settings screen is used to configure the quality of the live video image and stored photos.) Quality: Used to configure the quality of live video image where Fine produces the best image quality, but takes more

time for the video image to refresh.

Snap Shot: Results in small images being stored after tapping the button that are equal in size to the live video image.

Full: Results in full size digital photos being stored after tapping the button. The desired size can be selected from the Size field. The Compression setting determines the image quality, where less compression will provide more detail, but with a larger file size.

Map Card

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Map] The Map card displays a live map showing the total station position relative to the current foresight and backsight.

Aim Card

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Aim] The Aim card is used to precisely aim the instrument. Tapping around the total station graphic will turn the instrument

to the location corresponding to the horizontal and vertical scale bars. [> By Angle] / [> By Distance]: Toggles between turning by angles or by distances, respectively. The scales in the

scale bars will also switch between angles or distances. The scales in the scale bars are calculated using the last

distance that was measured.

Foresight Card

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Foresight] The Foresight card is available only if the backsight is solved. It displays live coordinates for the current foresight.

Turn To

[Survey] [Remote Control] [Turn To] The Turn To screen is used to turn a robotic total station to a specified horizontal and zenith angle, or to a specified

point.

Horizontal Angle: The horizontal angle that the total station will turn to. Zenith Angle: The zenith angle that the total station will turn to. [Turn to Angles]: Turns the total station to the specified horizontal and zenith angles. Existing Point: The point from the current job that the total station will turn to.

[Turn to Point]: Turns the total station to the specified point. [Turn to Backsight]: Turns the total station to the backsight point. [Flip]: Quickly rotates the total station from face one to face two, or vice versa.

Sky Plot

[Survey] [Remote Control] [ ] [Sky Plot] The Sky Plot screen displays the relative location of the visible satellites in the sky, as well as if they are being used to

calculate a position. Satellites with a usable signal are shown with red flashing indicators. The Elevation Mask is the minimum angle above the horizon where locked satellites are used for a solution. This area

is indicated on the screen by the inner circle.

GeoLock Settings

[Survey] [Remote Control] [ ] [Settings] or [Job] [Settings] [Instrument] [GeoLock]

The GeoLock Settings screen is used to enable/disable GeoLock and displays the current setting of the NMEA GPS

receiver. (The GPS receiver settings are configured on the Job > Settings > NMEA GPS page.)

Enable GeoLock: When checked, enables the GeoLock feature.

Use 3D GeoLock…: When checked, the GPS elevation will also be used to compute your location and adjust the vertical angle of the total station accordingly. GPS is generally less precise vertically than horizontally so unless you are using GeoLock while in very steep terrain, this item should remain unchecked.

Surface Scan

[Survey] [Surface Scan] The Surface Scan screen takes advantage of a robotic, reflectorless total station to automatically take a sequence of

shots of a surface. PC software can then use the data to generate a 3-D raster image of the surface or a DTM surface to compute volume information. Consult the User’s Manual for more information on performing a surface scan.

Select Type of Surface Scan: Select the type of surface scan to perform here. The option selected will determine how you will define your perimeter and distance intervals.

Distance Grid:

[Point 1], [Point 2], [Point 3]: Are the point names that will be used when storing the upper-left, upper-right and lower points that define the surface perimeter.

Note: If any points defining your perimeter already exist, the point names can be entered in these fields without reshooting them.

[Shoot 1] , [Shoot 2], [Shoot 3]: Shoots and stores the corresponding point.

Horizontal Distance Interval: The horizontal distance between each shot taken during the surface scan. Vertical Distance Interval: The vertical distance between each shot taken during the surface scan. Angle Grid:

[> HA/ZA] / [> Point]: Allows you to define the corners of your perimeter by taking a shot to measure the horizontal and zenith angles to each corner (or enter them in by hand), or by selecting existing points from the current job, respectively.

Horizontal Angle Interval: The horizontal angle that will be turned between each shot taken during the surface scan. Vertical Angle Interval: The vertical angle that will be turned between each shot taken during the surface scan. HR: The rod height, which should typically be set to zero since all shots taken are reflectorless (no rod).

[Show Outline]: This will cause the total station to scan the perimeter of the defined surface. This is useful to visually check the perimeter of your surface when the laser pointer is activated on the total station.

[Show Unit]: This will cause the total station to scan a single horizontal/vertical interval. This is useful to visually check your interval settings when the laser pointer is activated on the total station.

[Next >]: Opens Surface Scan Statistics screen.

Surface Scan Statistics

[Survey] [Surface Scan] [Next >]

The Surface Scan Statistics screen displays details about the surface that was just defined. Store Pts: This box should be checked to store the points that are shot during the surface scan. Enter the starting point

number in the corresponding field. [Back]: Returns to the previous screen. [Go >]: Opens the Surface Scan Results screen

Surface Scan Results

[Survey] [Surface Scan] [Next >] [Go >] The Surface Scan Results screen contains two cards that detail the progress of the surface scan. The Map card shows

the points that were shot in green, points that have not yet been shot in gray and rejected points in red. [Stop] (Results card): Will stop the surface scan. [> X,Y View] / [> X,Z View] (Map card): Changes the orientation of the current view.

Video Scan

[Survey] [Video Scan] This feature is only available when using a supported total station with a USB or supported radio connection, and only

on data collectors running Windows Mobile 5. The Video Scan routine will quickly take several measurements within a predefined area (scan frame). The data is

stored to a *.tsf Point Cloud file, which, along with the raw data file, can be read by Trimble RealWorks software to digitally model the surface. Full 360° 3D surfaces can be modeled with RealWorks for areas that are scanned from three different occupy points around the area. RealWorks is also able to integrate any photos taken of the area with the scanned data.

Polygon Framing / Rectangular Framing: This button toggles between two sets of buttons displayed on the

left side of the screen. When is displayed, a scan frame is defined by tapping three or more points on the screen in sequence around the scan frame to create a polygon with three or more sides. When is displayed, a rectangular

scan frame is defined by tapping two diagonal corners.

Hatching Tool: Fills an existing scan frame with parallel lines to make it stand out visually.

Clear Scan Frame Data: Clears any scan frame data from the screen.

/ Scan Frame Toggle: Inverts the horizontal limits of an existing rectangular scan frame. This tool can be

used to quickly define a 360° scan frame for taking panoramic photos by first creating a rectangular scan frame with

the desired height and a near-zero width and then tap this button.

Predefined Vertical Scan Frame: Generates a vertical scan frame with horizontal limits that fall within the video

image and vertical limits that extend to the vertical turning limits of the total station.

Note: Once a scan frame is defined, it can be resized by dragging the edges or corners.

Predefined Horizontal Scan Frame: Generates a horizontal scan frame with vertical limits that fall within the

video image and with horizontal limits that wrap nearly 360° around the total station.

Undo: Undo the last change(s) made to the current scan frame with each tap.

Zoom In: Digitally zoom in the image with each tap between four levels from 1x to 4x.

Zoom Out: Zoom out with each tap from 4x back to 1x.

Define Scan Frame / Aim Instrument: Toggles between two modes. When in Aim Instrument mode,

tapping anywhere within the video image will turn the total station to that location. When in Define Scan Frame mode, you can create a scan frame by tapping on the screen.

Brightness/Contrast: Opens a dialog box where the brightness, contrast and white balance can be adjusted.

Take Photo: Takes a digital photo and stores the photo to a file. (See Video Settings for details on configuring

the settings for this feature.) [Scan]: Opens the second Video Scan screen and start the scanning process. Colored blocks will appear on the screen

for each new point the total station records. The color will vary depending on the distances measured and the reflectivity.

Pause: Will pause the scanning process. Tapping it again will continue scanning where it left off.

Stop: Cancels the scanning process and prompts you if you want to save the partially scanned data or delete it.

Settings: Accesses the Video Scan Settings screen.

Video Scan Settings

[Survey] [Video Scan] The Video Scan Settings screen is used to configure how many points to shoot within the scan frame of the video scan.

You have a choice to define the number of points by distance from point to point, angle from point to point, total number of points, or the time required to shoot all points.

By Distance Intervals HD/VD: Specifies the dimensions of each cell where a measurement will be taken within the scan frame of the video

scan.

At Distance: The distance from the total station to the surface to be scanned.

Shoot: Tap to measure a new distance for the At Distance field. By Angle Intervals HA/VA: Specifies the horizontal and vertical angles the total station will turn to advance to each adjacent cell within

the scan frame of the video scan. By Points in Total: is the number of points to shoot within the scan frame of the video scan. By Time Estimate: is the estimated time it will take to complete the video scan. Calculate : This will calculate the remaining value(s) in any dependent fields.

Quick Shot routine

Opens when you start the software, or when you press the STAR key from anywhere in the application. This includes the following:

No Job mode Job mode Quick Shot Settings Shell to external mode

No Job mode

On starting Survey Pro On board, the No Job Mode screen appears. You can:

Take measurements, but not store points. Change instrument settings. Allow for the setting of circle.

HA: Horizontal angle. ZA: Vertical angle. SD (or HD/VD): Bold for current shot for 3 seconds to show the shot is new; then normal to show the data is old.

Note: SD ( or HD/VD ) from a shot initiated by the MSR2 key is prefaced with “*”.

The icons on the screen are used as follow:

Circle: Select one of the following:

Circle 0: The horizontal angle is set to 0. You are prompted to accept. Circle Az: You are prompted for the new horizontal angle reading. The instrument is set to this reading.

Turn to: Appears if the instrument supports motorized turning. There are two options:

Turn To: Launch the Turn To screen. Flip: Change the face of the instrument.

Search: Appears if the instrument supports auto lock. There are three options:

Search: Find a prism and lock onto it.

LockNGo: Lock onto a prism and follow it.

Stop: Stop tracking prism.

Open/New: Opens the Open/New Job screen. Laser Pointer/Tracklight: Toggle between using the laser pointer or tracklight. Lock: Toggle the prism lock state. Close: Tap to exit the application.

Job mode

Once you have opened a job, you can:

Perform station setup. Go to stakeout mode. Store sideshot or traverse shots or angle offset shots.

HA: Horizontal angle. ZA: Vertical angle. SD (or HD/VD): Current shot is bold until it is stored as a point. Non-bold values cannot be stored and the user is

prompted to take a new shot.

Note: SD ( or HD/VD ) from a shot initiated by the MSR2 key is prefaced with “*”.

The icons on the screen are used as follow:

Station setup: There are three options:

Stakeout: Launches the Quick Stake dialog. Station Setup: Launches the Station Setup wizard. Check Station: Launches the Check Setup dialog.

Turn to: Appears if the instrument supports motorized turning. There are two options:

Turn To: Launch the Turn To dialog. Flip: Change the face of the instrument.

Search: Appears if the instrument supports auto lock. There are three options:

Search: Find a prism and lock onto it. LockNGo: Lock onto a prism and follow it. Stop: Stop tracking prism.

Store Sideshot: There are two options:

Sideshot: Store the currently displayed data as a sideshot, and invalidate the distance. Traverse: Store the currently displayed data as a traverse shot, and invalidate the distance.

Laser Pointer/Tracklight: Toggle between using the laser pointer or tracklight. Lock: Toggle the prism lock state. Close button: Tap to go to the Survey Pro main menu.

Note: Taking a shot can be a two-step process, depending on the setting for the MSR key. First, initiate a

measurement with the MSR key. Once the shot has returned data, it appears on the dialog. You can then store the displayed values as a sideshot or a traverse shot.

Quick Shot dialog settings

To open the dialog, tap the settings icon in the title bar.

Display: Options are HA,ZA,SD or HA,HD,VD. Controls the values that appear in the Quick Shot screen. MSR Key: There are two options:

Measure Only: When the MSR key is pressed, a measurement is initiated but no shot is stored. Measure and Store: When the MSR key is pressed, a measurement is initiated and a sideshot is stored if a JOB

is open.

Note: The MSR2 key always operates in Measure and Store mode.

Shell to External Mode

Tap the Data Collector icon to open the Data Collection mode screen. This enables you to use an external data collector.

[Exit and Go Robotic…]: Tap to change the radio channel and ID before the software is set to the internal radio and exits the software.

[Exit and Go RS232 / USB]: Exits the application.

Quick Stake Routines

Quick Stake enables you to quickly and simply stake out and store a point and will work for both motorized instruments with AutoLock capability and conventional mechanical total stations:

Quick Stake States Operating Quick Stake Stakeout settings

Note: For a description of common controls, see Quick Shot.

Quick Stake States

Blank: When no valid design point has been entered when it first started. ANGLE TO TURN TO, DISTANCE: Once a valid point has been entered and an angle reading is received from the

instrument, Angle to Turn To appears with an arrow icon and the angle itself is in the current angle unit. When the

instrument is turned to the left by hand, the instrument operator sees the angle count down to 0 and past 0 and the

angle increases while the left arrow icon changes to a right arrow icon .

Note: If the instrument has servo motors, tap the turn icon so that the instrument can turn to 0 by itself.

COME/GO, LEFT/RIGHT, CUT/FILL: Tap the MSR button to shoot the target. If a slope distance is available, it

goes into the third state and shows stakeout information of Come/Go, Left/Right, and Cut/Fill. The icons on the screen are used as follow:

Survey: There are two options:

Survey: Return to Quick Shot quickly. Check Station: Launches the Check Setup dialog.

Turn to: Appears if the instrument supports motorized turning. There are two options:

Turn To Line: Turn the instrument to turn point 2D. Turn to: Starts the Turn To dialog.

Search: Appears if the instrument supports AutoLock. There are three options:

Search: Find a prism and lock onto it. LockNGo: Lock onto a prism and follow it. Stop: Stop tracking prism.

Store: There are two options:

Store: Store the staked point with a description. Store Sideshot: Store the point just shot as a sideshot point with sideshot raw data records, but not as a staked

point.

Note: The Design point name will be incremented by 1, to allow convenient staking of the next point.

The following icons may appear:

(Green arrow, left) GO LEFT within Point Tolerance you specified in Stakeout Settings. (Green arrow, right) GO RIGHT within Point Tolerance you specified in Stakeout Settings. (Yellow arrow, left) GO LEFT, larger than Point Tolerance; less than 0.3 meters (1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Yellow arrow, right) GO RIGHT, larger than Point Tolerance; less than 0.3 meters (or 1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Red arrow, left) GO LEFT, larger than than 0.3 meters (or 1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Red arrow, right) GO RIGHT, larger than than 0.3 meters (or 1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Green arrow, down) COME, within Point Tolerance you specified in Stakeout Settings. (Green arrow, up) GO, within Point Tolerance you specified in Stakeout Settings. (Yellow arrow, down) COME , larger than Point Tolerance; less than 0.3 meters (1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Yellow arrow, up) GO, larger than Point Tolerance; less than 0.3 meters (or 1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Red arrow, down) COME, larger than 0.3 meters (or 1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Red arrow, up) GO, larger than 0.3 meters (or 1 foot) in horizontal distance. (Brown triangle, plus sign) FILL, that is, the point shot is below the Design point. (Blue triangle, minus sign) CUT, that is, the point shot is above the Design point.

Operating Quick Stake

Prerequisites: Open a job. Make sure that backsight and occupying have been solved.

1. Pick a design point: Enter the point, tap the map button to pick it from a map, or select the map from the drop-

down list.

2. Turn to the design point: Turn the instrument to the angle as its reading counts down to zero degree. If the

instrument has servo motors built-in, tap the Turn To Line icon.

3. Tap the MSR key to measure to the rod: Quick Stake goes into COME/GO, LEFT/RIGHT mode and shows a

CUT/FILL.

4. Store the staked point: Tap Enter or the stake icon. You are prompted to store the point as a new point. A

description defaults, based on one of the following selections:

Design point’s description. PT and the design point name.

5. Stake Next, exit: When you have stored the point, a new design point is already entered into the Design Point

field and ready to be staked. The dialog has already been changed from “COME/GO, LEFT/RIGHT, CUT/FILL” to “ANGLE TO TURN TO, DISTANCE”.

Stakeout settings

To change the stakeout settings, tap the Settings icon.

Live update fields

This option enables you to update fields automatically with live data from the instrument. A [Start / Stop] button allows you to toggle the field between live mode and data entry mode. When a field is in live mode, it is updated constantly and cannot be edited.

Only one field can be live at a time. Hotkeying to a new dialog and starting a live field, will stop any live fields on the previous dialog.

Angle/Direction fields: Populated with angle and direction information. Distance fields: Populated when new shot data comes in (either from a continuous measurement, or a single

measurement initiated by the user). The fields are populated with the HD or VD converted from the returned SD ( adjusted for earth curve, PPM, and prism constant ). HI and HT are not taken into account.

Location/Elevation fields: Only show Start/Stop once a Backsight setup is completed. After a Backsight setup is completed, the fields populate when shot data comes in (either from a continuous measurement, or a single measurement initiated by the user ). These fields do take HI and HT into account.

MSR/MSR2 Key Support

The following table lists the routines that support MSR/MSR2 keys to take shots:

The MSR key takes a shot with the currently selected SmartTarget.

The MSR2 key takes a reflectorless shot with a 0.0 prism constant and a 0.0 height of rod. It also stores the shot

as a Sideshot (if able) when used in the Traverse/Sideshot and Quick Shot routines.

Note: For Spectra Precision Focus 30 Stakeout functions, if you want to use the MSR key to update shot data, you must set Use Manual Updating (Remote Control) option for MSR key support in the Stakeout Settings.

Routine MSR

Supported

MSR2 Supported

Live Fields Yes Yes Quick Shot Yes Yes Quick Stake Yes No Repetition Shots ( Shot Prompt ) Yes No Remote Shot Yes No Survey\Traverse/Sideshot Yes Yes Stakeout\Stake Points Yes No Stakeout\Stake List of Points Yes No Stakeout\Stake To Line Yes No Stakeout\Offset Staking Yes No Stakeout\Slope Staking Yes No Stakeout\Point Slope Staking Yes No Stakeout\Line and Offset Yes No Stakeout\Curve and Offset Yes No Stakeout\Spiral and Offset Yes No Stakeout\Show Station Yes No Stakeout\Stake DTM Yes No Stakeout\Station Staking Yes No Roads\Road Stakeout Yes No Roads\Slope Staking Yes No Roads\Show Station Yes No

The items available in the Survey Menu with the GNSS module depend the current state of the setup. There are three

states:

No RTK survey. Base is set up, but the rest of the RTK survey is not set up. Setup complete (base, rover, and projection).

The Survey Menu contents are listed below for each of the three states.

Survey Menu RTK GNSS Mode (Survey not in Session)

GNSS Status Index Start Survey Index Start Base Index Projection Index Import GPS Control Receiver Information Adjust with Projection Index Projection Calculator Index File Management

Survey Menu RTK GNSS Mode (Base Set Up, but Survey not in Session)

GNSS Status Index Start Survey Index Base Info Projection Index Import GPS Control Receiver Information Adjust with Projection Index Projection Calculator Index File Management

Survey Menu RTK GNSS Mode (Survey in Session)

GNSS Status Index Traverse Base Data Collection Index Resume Survey End Survey

Control Points Index

Quick Codes

Base Info Projection Index Remote Elevation Receiver Information Adjust with Projection Index Projection Calculator Index File Management

Main Index

Survey Menu Post Processing Mode

GNSS Status Index Start Static Occupy (Static) Start Stop/Go Occupy (Stop/Go) End Recording Receiver Information File Management

Main Index

Start Survey at Base Index

Start Survey at Base Connect to Base Projection Prompt Set Base Receiver Receiver Antenna Select Base Point

Connect to Rover Set Rover Receiver GNSS Resection / Backsight Occupy Control Set Up Occupy Control Point Check GNSS Resection/Backsight Occupy Check Setup Occupy Check Point Solve Calibration Results

Start Survey Index

Start Survey at Rover

Connect to Rover

Projection Prompt Set Rover Receiver Select Base Point at Rover GNSS Resection / Backsight Occupy Control Set Up Occupy Control Point Check GNSS Resection/Backsight Occupy Check Setup Occupy Check Point Solve Calibration Results

GPS Status Contents

GNSS Status Receiver Card Cell / IP Modem Card Post Process Card Sky View Card Sat Info Card Position Card

GPS Data Collection Contents

Data Collection Traverse Base Feature Collection Offset Shots Occupy Data Points

Control Points Contents

Control Points Check Control Point Occupy Control Point

Quick Codes

[Survey] [Quick Codes]

The Quick Codes screen is used to rapidly take shots with different description codes. GPS Status (at top of screen): Displays the current solution type, the data modem reception quality, the number of satellites used and the horizontal precision computed by the receiver. Tap this area to open the GPS Status screen.

Point: Enter the point name for the next point to be stored.

Note: If you specify an existing point in the Point field, you are prompted to overwrite or use the next available point.

You will not have the option to store an observation.

[Set HR]: Displays the current antenna measurement and measure to setting. You can change the antenna measurement by entering a new value in the edit box. This new antenna height will be sent to the receiver with your next data quick code point. You can change both the antenna measurement and measure to setting by tapping [Set HR] to open the Receiver Antenna screen.

Tapping any of the buttons will store a point with the description of the button label. If the Occupy Point in Quick Codes box is checked on the Job | Settings | Surveying card, the receiver is put into static mode and the Occupy Data

Points screen opens. If the box is not checked, the point will be stored with a single epoch of data from the receiver,

without going into static occupation mode. The point is stored with the description labelled on the button, for example,

[Ditch] or [TOPO]. You can also tap [Enter] to store a point with the last used description.

Note: Storing points in this routine does not change the last user specified description used in any survey routine.

Note: To enter a new description, or edit an existing button description in the Quick Codes screen, tap and hold the

button. The Quick Code button labels are saved in the \Program Files\Survey Pro\QuickCodes.ini file. You can copy these files from one data collector to another to preload the list.

Projection Contents

Projection Default Ground Calibration Mode

Calibration Set Zone

Mapping Plane

Select Coordinate System Key In Zone Ground Coordinates

Projection Details Solve Calibration Select Database

Adjust with Projection Contents

Adjust with Projection

Select Points Select Source Coordinate System Select Destination Coordinate System Prompt Adjust Results Adjust More

Projection Calculator Contents

Projection Calculator

Rotation

Scale – Height Correction Scale

GPS Status

[Survey] [GPS Status] The GPS Status screen contains several index card-format screens providing real time status of the active receiver.

Receiver

The Receiver card displays information about the receiver mode and GPS solution quality.

Mode: Displays if the receiver is set to Off, Base, Rover, or Post Processing mode. Memory: Displays the amount of memory remaining in the receiver’s internal storage card. Battery: Displays the remaining battery charge in the receiver. Satellites: Displays the number of satellites:

Used: By the receiver for the current GPS solution.

Locked: (Tracked) by the receiver. [Reset Ambiguities]: Used to reinitialize the receiver’s RTK engine. Solution: Displays the type and quality of solution. It will be one of the following values:

No Communication: Not receiving a response to commands.

No Data: Receiving an unknown or a bad response to commands.

No RTK Solution: Receiving a response, but the receiver is not computing a solution.

Autonomous: Receiving a stand-alone solution (accuracy is about 100 meters).

Code: The receiver is calculating a code differential solution (precision is about 1 to 10 meters).

Float: The receiver is calculating a carrier phase differential solution with float ambiguities (precision is

typically within 0.1 m to 0.5 m).

Fixed: The receiver is calculating a carrier phase differential solution with fixed ambiguities (precision is

typically within 15 mm). H Precision: Displays the root mean squared (RMS) error of the horizontal solution reported by the receiver. It is

displayed in project units.

V Precision: Displays the RMS error of the vertical solution reported by the receiver. It is displayed in project units.

Note: This value is supplied by the receiver, and the software displays the receiver’s value without modification. Most

manufactures report this value at the 2 or 3 sigma level. However, since different manufacturers use different statistical methodology, it is not necessarily valid to compare the RMS values between brands, or even between models with different firmware.

HDOP: Displays the Horizontal Dilution of Precision. It is a measure of the geometrical quality of the solution. DOP

has no units and lower numbers indicate better solution geometry.

100

VDOP: Displays the Vertical Dilution of Precision. It is a measure of the geometrical quality of the solution. PDOP: Displays the Position Dilution of Precision. It is a combination of HDOP, VDOP and Time Dilution of

Precision. It will always be larger than HDOP and VDOP.

Cell/IP Modem

The Cell/IP Modem card displays information about the radio communications.

Receiver mode: See the Receiver card. Modem Reception: Displays two values indicating the data modem signal quality. This information is only displayed

if the receiver is in rover mode. Signal Latency: Displays the age of the differential correction used in the current GPS solution. This value should be

one second or less for good RTK solutions. If this value is consistently greater than one second, check the data modem link.

Reception: Displays the receiver’s estimation of the percent quality of the radio link. [Dial]: Dials the cell phone or IP modem using the configuration set in the Cell Phone Settings or IP Modem Settings

screen, respectively. [Hang up]: Disconnects the cell phone or IP modem connection.

Post Process

The Post Process card displays information about GPS raw data logging for post processing.

Note: Some GPS receivers monitor post processing session status while others simply record event markers in the log file. If your receiver does not monitor sessions, some fields are not displayed.

Status: displays information about the recording. It will be one of four values

No Communication: Not receiving a response to commands.

No Data: Receiving an unknown or a bad response to commands.

Recording: A file on the receiver or in the data collector is open and recording GPS raw data. If this receiver

monitors sessions, this field will display: session in progress when a session is ongoing.

Not Recording: No file is open and there is no raw data recording. Last Site ID: Displays the Site ID of the current session if a session is in progress. If your receiver does not monitor

sessions, the Site ID is the last Site ID used by the software.

Interval: Displays the current recording interval set in the receiver. Remaining: Displays the time remaining in the current session if a session is in progress. This field only shows when

your receiver times sessions counting down.

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