Telit Communications S p A CC864-DUAL User Manual
Leica GS10/GS15
User Manual
Version 1.0
English
GS10/GS15, Introduction
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica GS10/GS15.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "5 Safety Directions" for further information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
2
Product
identification
The type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information
when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service workshop.
Type: _______________
Serial No.: _______________
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Type Description
Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended
use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended
use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury and/or appreciable material, financial and environmental
damage.
Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as
)
Trademarks • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and other countries.
they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and
efficient manner.
• Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• SD is a trademark of the SD Card Association
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
GS10/GS15, Introduction 3
GS10/GS15, Introduction
4
Validity of this
manual
Available
documentation
This manual applies to the GS10/GS15.
Name Description/Format
GS10/GS15
User Manual
All instructions required in order to operate the product
to a basic level are contained in the User Manual.
Provides an overview of the product together with technical data and safety directions.
Name Description/Format
Viva GNSS
Getting
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
Started Guide
99
99
Viva TPS
Getting
Started Guide
Viva Series
Technical
Reference
Manual
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
Overall comprehensive guide to the product and application functions. Included are detailed descriptions of
special software/hardware settings and software/hardware functions intended for technical specialists.
99
9
Refer to the following resources for all GS10/GS15 documentation/software:
• the Leica Viva Series DVD
• https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com
myWorld@Leica Geosystems (https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com) offers a
wide range of services, information and training material.
With direct access to myWorld, you are able to access all relevant services whenever
it is convenient for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. This increases your efficiency and keeps you and your equipment instantly updated with the latest information from Leica Geosystems.
Service Description
myProducts Simply add all Leica Geosystems products that you and your
company own. View detailed information on your products, buy
additional options or Customer Care Packages (CCPs), update your
products with the latest software and keep up-to-date with the
latest documentation.
myService View the service history of your products in Leica Geosystems
Service Centers and detailed information on the services performed
on your products. For your products that are currently in Leica
Geosystems Service Centers view the current service status and the
expected end date of service.
GS10/GS15, Introduction 5
GS10/GS15, Introduction
Service Description
mySupport Create new support requests for your products that will be
myTraining Enhance your product knowledge with the Leica Geosystems
6
answered by your local Leica Geosystems Support Team. View the
complete history of your Support and view detailed information on
each request in case you want to refer to previous support
requests.
Campus - Information, Knowledge, Training. Study the latest online
training material or download training material on your products.
Keep up-to-date with the latest News on your products and
register for Seminars or Courses in your country.
Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1 Description of the System
1.1 System Components 11
1.2 System Concept 13
1.2.1 Software Concept 13
1.2.2 Power Concept 15
1.2.3 Data Storage Concept 17
1.3 Instrument Components 18
2 User Interface
2.1 Keyboard 20
2.2 Operating Principles 25
2.2 Operation
3.1 Equipment Setup 26
3.1.1 Connecting to a Personal Computer 26
3.1.2 Connecting to the Web Server 31
11
20
25
3.1.3 Configuring the Instrument 35
3.2 Batteries 37
GS10/GS15, Table of Contents 7
GS10/GS15, Table of Contents
3.3 Working with the Memory Device 42
3.4 Working with the RTK Device 46
3.5 LED Indicators on GS10/GS15 62
3.6 Guidelines for Correct Results with GNSS Surveys 67
8
3.2.1 Operating Principles 37
3.2.2 Battery for GS10 38
3.2.3 Battery for GS15 40
3.4.1 GS10 46
3.4.2 GS15 54
4 Care and Transport
4.1 Transport 68
4.2 Storage 69
4.3 Cleaning and Drying 70
5 Safety Directions
5.1 General Introduction 71
5.2 Intended Use 72
5.3 Limits of Use 74
5.4 Responsibilities 75
5.5 Hazards of Use 77
68
71
5.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 86
5.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 89
6 Technical Data
6.1 GS10/GS15 Technical Data 93
6.1.1 Tracking Characteristics 93
6.1.2 Accuracy 96
6.1.3 Technical Data 98
6.2 Antennas Technical Data 104
6.3 Conformity to National Regulations 109
6.3.1 GS10 109
6.3.2 GS15 112
6.3.3 GFU24, Siemens MC75 114
6.3.4 GFU19 (US), GFU25 (CAN) CDMA MultiTech MTMMC-C 116
6.3.5 SLR1, SLR2, SATEL SATELLINE-3AS 118
6.3.6 SLR3-1, SLR3-2, Pacific Crest ADL 120
6.3.7 SLG1, Telit UC864-G 122
6.3.8 SLG2, CINTERION MC75i 124
93
6.3.9 SLC1 (US) CDMA Telit CC864-DUAL 126
7 International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement
GS10/GS15, Table of Contents 9
128
GS10/GS15, Table of Contents
10
Appendix A Pin Assignments and Sockets
A.1 GS10 130
A.2 GS15 134
Index
130
138
1 Description of the System
1.1 System Components
Main components
Instruments Depending on the satellite systems and signals configured, a maximum number of
Component Description
Instrument To calculate a position from the computed ranges to all visible
GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) satellites.
Web server Web-based tool to preprogram the GNSS instrument.
Antenna To receive the satellite signals from the GNSS satellites.
LEICA Geo Office The office software including a series of help programs which
support working with Leica Viva Series instruments.
120 channels is allocated.
Instrument Description
GS10 Up to 16 L1, 16 L2, 16 L5 channels (GPS), up to 14 L1, 14 L2
channels (GLONASS), up to 14 E1, 14 E5a, 14 E5b, 14 Alt-BOC
channels (Galileo), four channels SBAS (EGNOS, WAAS, MSAS,
GAGAN), code and phase, real-time capable
GS10/GS15, Description of the System 11
GS10/GS15, Description of the System
Instrument Description
GS15 Up to 16 L1, 16 L2, 16 L5 channels (GPS), up to 14 L1, 14 L2
Once the first operational Galileo satellites are available, a software update will be
)
)
required.
The GS GNSS instruments are additionally designed to support Compass. The
Compass signal definition is not fully finalised, although, test signals have been
tracked in a test environment. As changes can still occur, Leica Geosystems cannot
guarantee full Compass compatibility.
12
channels (GLONASS), up to 14 E1, 14 E5a, 14 E5b, 14 Alt-BOC
channels (Galileo), four channels SBAS (EGNOS, WAAS, MSAS,
GAGAN), code and phase, real-time capable
)
The GS GNSS instruments use the GPS P-code signal, which by U.S. policy is liable to
be switched off without notice. Phase measurements on L2 are ensured as these
instruments automatically switch to patented tracking techniques.
1.2 System Concept
1.2.1 Software Concept
Description All instruments use the same software concept.
Software for all GS
GNSS instruments
Software type Description
GS firmware
(GS_xx.fw)
Language software
(WEB_LANG.sxx)
This important software covers all functions of the instrument.
The Web server application is integrated into the firmware
and cannot be deleted.
The English language is integrated into the firmware and
cannot be deleted.
Numerous languages are available for the Web server application.
The English language is the default language. One language
is chosen as the active language.
GS10/GS15, Description of the System 13
GS10/GS15, Description of the System
14
Software upload
Uploading GS firmware can take some time. Ensure that the battery is at
)
Software for Description
All GS models The software can be uploaded using the Leica Web server
least 75% full before beginning the upload, and do not remove the battery
during the upload process.
application or myWorld@Leica Geosystems.
Ensure that a Leica SD card is inserted into the GS
)
instrument before starting the upload. Refer to "3.3
Working with the Memory Device".
1.2.2 Power Concept
General Use the Leica Geosystems batteries, chargers and accessories or accessories recom-
mended by Leica Geosystems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument.
Power options Power for the instrument can be supplied either internally or externally. Up to two
external power supplies can be connected.
Internal power supply: Two batteries (for GS10: GEB221; for GS15: GEB211 or
GEB212) fit into the instrument.
If one battery fails, a system shutdown of the
)
External power supply: GEB171 battery connected via a cable.
OR
Car battery connected via a converter cable supplied by
Leica Geosystems.
GS10/GS15 GNSS instrument will be prevented by
switching over directly to the second battery.
OR
10.5 V-28 V DC power supply via a converter cable
supplied by Leica Geosystems.
OR
110 V/240 V AC to 12 V DC power supply unit, supplied by
Leica Geosystems.
GS10/GS15, Description of the System 15
GS10/GS15, Description of the System
For permanent operations use Uninterruptible Power Supply units as a back-up in a
)
main power failure.
16
1.2.3 Data Storage Concept
Description Data (Leica GNSS raw data and RINEX data) can be recorded on the SD card.
Memory device
)
)
SD card: All GS GNSS instruments have an SD card slot fitted as standard. An SD
card can be inserted and removed. Available capacity: 1 GB.
While other SD cards can be used, Leica Geosystems recommends to only use
)
Unplugging connecting cables or removing the SD card during the measurement can
cause loss of data. Only remove the SD card or unplug connecting cables when the
GS GNSS instrument is switched off.
SD cards can directly be used in an OMNI drive as supplied by Leica Geosystems.
Other PC card drives can require an adaptor.
Leica SD cards and is not responsible for data loss or any other error that can
occur while using a non-Leica card.
GS10/GS15, Description of the System 17
GS10/GS15, Description of the System
GS_081
bahijklcd ef g
1.3 Instrument Components
The instrument can be preprogrammed using the Web server application running from
)
the instrument on a web browser of a Windows device. In this case, the instrument
is turned on by holding down the ON/OFF button for 2 s or off by holding down the
ON/OFF button for 2 s. A green steady light at the power LED indicates that the
instrument is turned on.
18
GS10 components
a) Bluetooth antenna
b) Guide rail for clip-on-housing of a
device (available on both sides)
c) Function button
d) ON/OFF button
e) LEMO port P3
f) Power port
g) Antenna port
h) LED indicators
i) Battery compartment A including SD
card compartment
j) Battery compartment B
k) LEMO port P2
l) LEMO port P1 including USB port
GS15 components
d
a) RTK device compartment including
)
a
b
e
b) RTK device LEDs
c) Battery compartment 2
port P3
f
d) LEDs, ON/OFF button and Function
g
button
e) LEMO port P1 including USB port
h
f) QN-connector for external UHF or
c
digital cellular phone antenna
g) LEMO port P2
h) Battery compartment 1 with
i
GS_079
SD card slot
i) Mechanical Reference Plane (MRP)
A Bluetooth port is included inside all GS GNSS instruments to enable connectivity to
the CS10/CS15 field controller.
GS10/GS15, Description of the System 19
GS10/GS15, User Interface
2 User Interface
2.1 Keyboard
20
Keyboard GS10
Keyboard GS15
GS_082
GS_080
ab
a) ON/OFF button
b) Function button
ab
a) ON/OFF button
b) Function button
ON/OFF button
Button Function
ON/OFF If GS10/GS15 already off:
Turns on GS10/GS15 when held for 2 s.
While the GS10/GS15 is booting all three battery
)
If GS10/GS15 already on:
Turns off GS10/GS15 when held for 2 s.
)
LEDs are lighted. Once the GS10/GS15 has started,
the normal LED behaviour starts.
All LEDs will shine red for 1 s-2 s and then are
turned off.
Function button
All functions following described assume the GS10/GS15 is already on.
)
Button Function
Function Press and hold button for <1 s.
If the GS10/GS15 is in:
• base mode: The GS10/GS15 switches to be in rover
mode.
GS10/GS15, User Interface 21
GS10/GS15, User Interface
Button Function
22
• rover mode and in static mode: The GS10/GS15
switches to be in base mode.
• rover mode and in kinematic mode: The GS10/GS15
switches to be in base mode.
Press and hold button for 3 s.
If the GS10/GS15 is in:
• base mode and a position is available: The RTK base
LED flashes green for 2 s.
The GS10/GS15 takes the next available position and
updates the coordinates of the currently stored RTK
base position.
• base mode and no position is available: The RTK base
LED flashes yellow for 2 s.
• rover mode: No action.
Press and hold button for 5 s.
If the GS10/GS15 is in:
• base mode: No action.
Button Function
• rover mode and configured for a dial-up or Ntrip
connection: The RTK rover LED flashes green for 2 s.
The GS10/GS15 will connect to the RTK base station or
the Ntrip server configured.
• rover mode and not configured for a dial-up or Ntrip
connection: No action.
Button
combinations
GS10/GS15, User Interface 23
Button Function
ON/OFF Press and hold buttons for 1 s.
Function The current almanacs stored on the GNSS instrument are
deleted and new almanacs are downloaded. The Position
LED flashes red quickly three times.
Press and hold buttons for 5 s.
The Memory LED flashes red quickly three times. The SD
card of the GNSS instrument is formatted. The Memory LED
continues to flash red as the SD card is formatted.
Press and hold buttons for 10 s.
GS10/GS15, User Interface
Button Function
24
The System RAM on the GNSS instrument is formatted.
Settings of all installed software will be deleted. All LEDs
(except Battery LED and Bluetooth LED) flash red quickly
three times. After the formatting the System RAM, the
GNSS instrument is turned off.
Press and hold buttons for 15 s.
The registry of the GNSS instrument is deleted.
Windows CE and communication settings will be reset to
factory defaults. All LEDs (except Battery LED and Bluetooth LED) flash red quickly three times. After deleting the
registry, the GNSS instrument is turned off.
2.2 Operating Principles
Operating the
instrument
Turn on GS10/GS15 To turn on the instrument press and hold the Power button for 2 s.
Turn off
GS10/GS15
The GS10/GS15 GNSS instrument is operated either by the pressing its buttons
(ON/OFF button, function button) or by the CS field controller.
Operation by buttons
The GS10/GS15 GNSS instrument is operated by pressing its buttons. Refer to "2.1
Keyboard" for a detailed description of the buttons and their function.
Operation by CS field controller
The GS10/GS15 GNSS instrument is operated by the CS field controller using the
SmartWorx Viva software. Refer to the Leica CS10/CS15 User Manual or Leica Viva
GNSS Getting Started Guide for a detailed description of the keys and their function.
To turn off the instrument:
• press and hold the ON/OFF button for 2 s
• confirm to power down the instrument when exiting SmartWorx Viva software on
the CS10/CS15 field controller
GS10/GS15, User Interface 25
GS10/GS15, Operation
3 Operation
3.1 Equipment Setup
3.1.1 Connecting to a Personal Computer
Microsoft ActiveSync (for PCs with Windows XP operating system) or Windows Mobile
)
Connect USB cable
to PC for the first
time step-by-step
Device Center (for PCs with Windows Vista operating system) is the synchronisation
software for Windows mobile-based pocket PCs. Microsoft ActiveSync or Windows
Mobile Device Center enables a PC and a Windows mobile-based pocket PC to
communicate.
26
GS_100
3
DVD
4
2
7
2
Step Description
1. Start the PC.
2. Plug the GEV234 cable into Port P1 of the instrument (GS10/GS15).
Ensure that the instrument (GS10/GS15) is turned off.
)
3. Plug the GEV234 cable into the USB port of the PC.
If the instrument is already turned on, the new hardware wizard
)
4. Insert the Leica Viva Series DVD.
5. Run the SetupGS.exe to install the drivers necessary for your instrument.
6. The Welcome to InstallShield Wizard for Remote NDIS based LGS
device connection window appears.
7. Turn on the instrument.
starts up automatically. Click Cancel to quit the new hardware
wizard if it starts.
8. Next>.
9. The Ready to Install the Program window appears.
10. Install. The drivers will be installed on your PC.
11. The InstallShield Wizard Completed window appears.
12. Click Finish to exit the wizard.
GS10/GS15, Operation 27
GS10/GS15, Operation
Connect to PC
via USB cable
step-by-step
28
Step Description
For PCs with Windows XP operating system:
13. Run the ActiveSync installation program if not already installed.
14. Allow USB connections inside the Connection Settings window of Active-
Sync.
For PCs with Windows Vista operating system:
15. Run the Windows Mobile Device Center installation if not already installed.
GS_099
5
2
3
2
Step Description
1. Start the PC.
2. Plug the GEV234 cable into port P1 of the instrument (GS10/GS15).
3. Turn on the instrument.
4. Plug the GEV234 cable into the USB port of the PC.
For PCs with Windows XP operating system:
ActiveSync starts up automatically. If does not start automatically,
)
5. Allow USB connections inside the Connection Settings window of Active-
Sync.
6. Click Explore in ActiveSync.
)
start ActiveSync. If not already installed, run the ActiveSync installation program.
The folders on the CS field controller are displayed under Mobile
Devices. The folders of the data storage device can be found in
StorageCard.
For PCs with Windows Vista operating system:
GS10/GS15, Operation 29
GS10/GS15, Operation
Step Description
Windows Mobile Device Center starts up automatically. If does not
)
start automatically, start Windows Mobile Device Center. If not
already installed, run the Windows Mobile Device Center installation program.
30
Loading...