Topcon DS-101AC, DS-102AC, DS-103AC, DS-105AC Instruction Manual

SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL Direct aiming Station
DS series
DS-101AC DS-102AC DS-103AC DS-105AC
21309 90040

HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL

• Please read this Operator’s manual carefully, before using this product.
• DS has a function to output data to a connected host computer. Command operations from a host computer can also be performed. For details, refer to "Communication manual" and ask your local dealer.
• The specifications and general appearance of the instrument are subject to change without prior notice and without obligation by TOPCON CORPORATION and may differ from those appearing in this manual.
• The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
• Some of the diagrams shown in this manual may be simplified for easier understanding.
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• This manual may not be modified, adapted or otherwise used for the production of derivative works.
Symbols
The following conventions are used in this manual.
G : Indicates precautions and important items which should be read before
operations.
C : Indicates the chapter title to refer to for additional information.
$ : Indicates supplementary explanation. & : Indicates an explanation for a particular term or operation.
[Softkey] etc. : Indicates softkeys on the display and window dialog buttons.
{Key} etc. : Indicates keys on the operation panel.
<Screen title> etc. : Indicates screen titles.
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Notes regarding manual style
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This is the mark of the Japan Surveying Instruments Manufacturers Association.
• Except where stated, “DS” means DS-101AC/102AC/103AC/105AC in this manual.
• Face 2 display is available as standard or as a factory option depending on the country of purchase.
• Location of softkeys in screens used in procedures is based on the factory setting. It is possible to change the allocation of softkeys.
CSoftkey allocation: "19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
• Learn basic operations in "4. PRODUCT OUTLINE" and "5. BASIC OPERATION" before you read each measurement procedure. For selecting options and inputting figures, see "5.1 Basic Key Operation".
• Measurement procedures are based on continuous measurement. Some information about procedures when other measurement options are selected can be found in “Note” (
• KODAK is a registered trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.
Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• Windows and Windows CE are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• All other company and product names featured in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of each respective organization.
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CONTENTS

1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION............................ 1
2. PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................... 4
3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................... 7
4. PRODUCT OUTLINE............................................................. 9
4.1 Parts of the Instrument .................................................................... 9
4.2 Mode Structure .............................................................................. 14
4.3 Bluetooth Wireless Technology ..................................................... 15
5. BASIC OPERATION ............................................................ 17
5.1 Basic Key Operation ...................................................................... 17
5.2 Display Functions .......................................................................... 21
5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel ................................... 25
5.4 Starkey Mode ................................................................................ 26
5.5 Using the Program Selection Screen ............................................ 31
6. USING THE BATTERY........................................................ 32
6.1 Battery Charging ........................................................................... 32
6.2 Installing/Removing the Battery ..................................................... 33
7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT....................................... 35
7.1 Centering ....................................................................................... 35
7.2 Levelling ........................................................................................ 37
8. POWER ON/OFF................................................................. 39
8.1 Resolving Software Issues ............................................................ 40
8.2 Configuring the Touch Panel ......................................................... 40
8.3 Powering ON/OFF from an External Instrument ........................... 41
9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES .......................... 42
9.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology ................. 42
9.2 Communication between the DS and Companion Device ............ 46
9.3 Connection via RS232C Cable ...................................................... 47
9.4 Connecting via USB Cable ............................................................ 48
9.5 Inserting USB Memory .................................................................. 51
10. TARGET SIGHTING ............................................................ 52
10.1 Auto Pointing Settings ................................................................... 53
10.2 Auto-Pointing Function for Target Sighting ................................... 55
10.3 Manually Sighting the Target ......................................................... 56
11. ANGLE MEASUREMENT.................................................... 58
11.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points
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(Horizontal Angle 0°) ..................................................................... 58
11.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value
(Horizontal Angle Hold) ................................................................. 59
11.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to
a Specified Angle .......................................................................... 60
11.4 Angle measurement and Outputting the Data ............................... 61
12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT.............................................. 62
12.1 Returned Signal Checking ............................................................. 62
12.2 Using the Guide Light in Distance Measurement .......................... 64
12.3 Distance and Angle Measurement ................................................ 65
12.4 Distance Measurement and Outputting the Data .......................... 66
12.5 REM Measurement ....................................................................... 67
13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT ........................................ 69
13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data .................................................. 69
13.2 Azimuth Angle Setting ................................................................... 70
13.3 3-D Coordinate Measurement ....................................................... 73
14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT ........................................... 75
14.1 Coordinate Resection Measurement ............................................. 76
14.2 Height Resection Measurement .................................................... 80
15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT........................................ 85
15.1 Using the Guide Light in Setting-out Measurement ....................... 85
15.2 Distance Setting-out Measurement ............................................... 86
15.3 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement .......................................... 90
15.4 REM Setting-out Measurement ..................................................... 94
16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT.................................................. 96
16.1 Offset Single-distance Measurement ............................................ 96
16.2 Offset Angle Measurement ............................................................ 98
16.3 Offset Two-distance Measurement ............................................. 100
17. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT ...................................... 103
17.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points ..................... 103
17.2 Changing the Starting Point ........................................................ 105
18. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION..................................... 107
19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS ............................................ 111
19.1 Observation Conditions ............................................................... 111
19.2 Instrument Configuration ............................................................. 114
19.3 EDM Settings .............................................................................. 116
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19.4 Allocating User-defined Tabs ...................................................... 120
19.5 Customizing Screen Controls ...................................................... 123
19.6 Allocating Key Functions ............................................................. 125
19.7 Changing Starkey Mode Icons .................................................... 128
19.8 Units ............................................................................................ 130
19.9 Changing Password .................................................................... 131
19.10 Restoring Default Settings ........................................................... 132
19.11 Date and Time ............................................................................. 132
20. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES.............................. 133
21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS........................................ 136
21.1 Circular Level .............................................................................. 136
21.2 Tilt Sensor ................................................................................... 137
21.3 Collimation ................................................................................... 140
21.4 Reticle ......................................................................................... 141
21.5 Image Sensor Reticle .................................................................. 143
21.6 Optical Plummet .......................................................................... 145
21.7 Additive Distance Constant ......................................................... 146
21.8 Laser Plummet (Option) .............................................................. 147
22. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM .............................................. 150
23. PRISM SYSTEM................................................................ 151
24. OPPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................... 152
25. SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................. 154
26. EXPLANATIONS .............................................................. 161
26.1 High Accuracy with the 360° Prism ............................................. 161
26.2 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left,
Face Right Measurement ............................................................ 162
27. REGULATIONS ................................................................. 163
28. INDEX ................................................................................ 167
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1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

For the safe use of the product and prevention of injury to operators and other persons as well as prevention of property damage, items which should be observed are indicated by an exclamation point within a triangle used with WARNING and CAUTION statements in this operator’s manual. The definitions of the indications are listed below. Be sure you understand them before reading the manual’s main text.
Definition of Indication
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General
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WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol indicates items for which caution (hazard warnings inclusive) is urged. Specific details are printed in or near the symbol.
This symbol indicates items which are prohibited. Specific details are printed in or near the symbol.
This symbol indicates items which must always be performed. Specific details are printed in or near the symbol.
Warning
Do not use the unit in areas exposed to high amounts of dust or ash, in areas where there is inadequate ventilation, or near combustible materials. An explosion could occur.
Do not perform disassembly or rebuilding. Fire, electric shock, burns, or hazardous radiation exposure could result.
Never look at the sun through the telescope. Loss of eyesight could result.
Do not look at reflected sunlight from a prism or other reflecting object through the telescope. Loss of eyesight could result.
Direct viewing of the sun using the telescope during sun observation will cause loss of eyesight. Use a solar filter (option) for sun observation.
When securing the instrument in the carrying case make sure that all catches, including the side catches, are closed. Failure to do so could result in the instrument falling out while being carried, causing injury.
Ignoring this indication and making an operation error could possibly result in death or serious injury to the operator.
Ignoring this indication and making an operation error could possibly result in personal injury or property damage.
Caution
C
Do not use the carrying case as a footstool. The case is slippery and unstable so a
D
person could slip and fall off it.
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Do not place the instrument in a case with a damaged catch, belt or handle. The case or
D
instrument could be dropped and cause injury.
Do not touch the instrument or look through the telescope while the motor is in operation.
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Injury could result.
Do not wield or throw the plumb bob. A person could be injured if struck.
D
Secure handle to main unit with handle locks. Failure to properly secure the handle could
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result in the unit falling off while being carried, causing injury.
Tighten the adjustment tribrach clamp securely. Failure to properly secure the clamp
E
could result in the tribrach falling off while being carried, causing injury.
Power Supply
Warning
C
Do not short circuit. Heat or ignition could result.
D
Do not place articles such as clothing on the battery charger while charging batteries.
D
Sparks could be induced, leading to fire.
Do not use voltage other than the specified power supply voltage. Fire or electrical shock
D
could result.
Do not use batteries other than those designated. An explosion could occur, or abnormal
D
heat generated, leading to fire.
Do not use damaged power cords, plugs or loose outlets. Fire or electric shock could
D
result.
1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Do not use power cords other than those designated. Fire could result.
D
Use only the specified battery charger to recharge batteries. Other chargers may be of
E
different voltage rating or polarity, causing sparking which could lead to fire or burns.
Do not use the battery or charger for any other equipment or purpose. Fire or burns
D
caused by ignition could result.
Do not heat or throw batteries or chargers into fire. An explosion could occur, resulting in
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injury.
To prevent shorting of the battery in storage, apply insulating tape or equivalent to the
E
terminals. Otherwise shorting could occur resulting in fire or burns.
Do not use batteries or the battery charger if wet. Resultant shorting could lead to fire or
D
burns.
Do not connect or disconnect power supply plugs with wet hands. Electric shock could
D
result.
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Caution
C
Do not touch liquid leaking from batteries. Harmful chemicals could cause burns or
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blisters.
Tripod
Caution
C
When mounting the instrument to the tripod, tighten the centering screw securely. Failure to tighten the screw properly could result in the instrument falling off the tripod, causing
E
injury.
Tighten securely the leg fixing screws of the tripod on which the instrument is mounted.
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Failure to tighten the screws could result in the tripod collapsing, causing injury.
Do not carry the tripod with the tripod shoes pointed at other persons. A person could be
D
injured if struck by the tripod shoes.
Keep hands and feet away from the tripod shoes when fixing the tripod in the ground. A
E
hand or foot stab wound could result.
Tighten the leg fixing screws securely before carrying the tripod. Failure to tighten the
E
screws could lead to the tripod legs extending, causing injury.
Bluetooth wireless technology
1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
Warning
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Do not use within the vicinity of hospitals. Malfunction of medical equipment could
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result.
Use the instrument at a distance of at least 22 cm from anyone with a cardiac pacemaker. Otherwise, the pacemaker may be adversely affected by the
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electromagnetic waves produced and cease to operate as normal.
Do not use onboard aircraft. The aircraft instrumentation may malfunction as a result.
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Do not use within the vicinity of automatic doors, fire alarms and other devices with automatic controls as the electromagnetic waves produced may adversely affect
D
operation resulting in an accident.
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2. PRECAUTIONS

Speaker
Telescope
• Aiming the telescope at the sun will cause internal damage to the instrument. Use the solar filter when observing the sun.
C"24. OPPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"
Tribrach Clamp and Handle
• When the instrument is shipped, the tribrach clamp is held firmly in place with a locking screw to prevent the instrument from shifting on the levelling base. Before using the instrument the first time, loosen this screw with a screwdriver. And before transporting it, tighten the locking screw to fasten the tribrach clamp in place so that it will not shift on the tribrach.
• The handle of the instrument can be removed. When operating the instrument with the handle attached, always make sure that the handle is securely fixed to the instrument body with the handle locks.
Precautions concerning water and dust resistance
The instrument conforms to IP65 specifications for waterproofing and dust resistance when battery cover, connector cap and the external interface hatch and are closed.
• Be sure to correctly attach the connector caps to protect the instrument from moisture and dust particles when the connector is not in use.
• Make sure that moisture or dust particles do not come in contact with the terminal or connectors. Operating the instrument with moisture or dust on the terminal or connectors may cause damage to the instrument.
• Make sure that the inside of the carrying case and the instrument are dry before closing the case. If moisture is trapped inside the case, it may cause the instrument to rust.
• If there is a crack or deformation in the rubber packing for the battery cover or external interface
hatch, stop using and replace the packing.
• To retain the waterproof property, it is recommended that you replace the rubber packing once every
two years. To replace the packing, contact your local sales representative.
• Do not press the speaker / luminance sensor / microphone hole using
something with a pointed tip. Doing so will damage an internal waterproof sheet, resulting in a degraded waterproof property.
The Lithium Battery
• The lithium battery is used to maintain the Calendar & Clock function. It can back up data for approximately 5 years of normal use and storage (Temperature = 20°, humidity = about 50%), but its lifetime may be shorter depending on circumstances.
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2. PRECAUTIONS
The Levelling Base
• Always use the levelling base provided. During a traverse observation, it is recommended to use the same type of levelling base for the target as well for accurate observations.
Backing up data
• Data should be backed up (transferred to an external device etc.) on a regular basis to prevent data loss.
Other precautions
• Never place the instrument directly on the ground. Sand or dust may cause damage to the screw holes or the centering screw on the base plate.
• Do not perform vertical rotation of the telescope when using the lens hood, diagonal eyepiece, or solar filter. Such accessories may strike the instrument causing damage.
• Protect the instrument from heavy shocks or vibration.
• Protect the instrument from rain or drizzle with an umbrella or waterproof cover.
• Never carry the instrument on the tripod to another site.
• Turn the power off before removing the battery.
• Remove the battery before placing the instrument in its case.
• Make sure that the instrument and the protective lining of the carrying case are dry before closing the case. The case is hermetically sealed and if moisture is trapped inside, the instrument could rust.
• Consult your local dealer before using the instrument under special conditions such as long periods of continuous use or high levels of humidity. In general, special conditions are treated as being outside the scope of the product warranty.
Maintenance
• Wipe off moisture completely if the instrument gets wet during survey work.
• Always clean the instrument before returning it to the case. The lens requires special care. First, dust it off with the lens brush to remove tiny particles. Then, after providing a little condensation by breathing on the lens, wipe it with the wiping cloth.
• If the display is dirty, carefully wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. To clean other parts of the instrument or the carrying case, lightly moisten a soft cloth in a mild detergent solution. Wring out excess water until the cloth is slightly damp, then carefully wipe the surface of the unit. Do not use any alkaline cleaning solutions, alcohol, or any other organic solvents on the instrument or display.
CFor temporal de-activating the touch panel, see "5.2 Display Functions", "19. CHANGING THE
SETTINGS"
• Store the instrument in a dry room where the temperature remains fairly constant.
• Check the tripod for loose fit and loose screws.
• If any trouble is found on the rotatable portion, screws or optical parts (e.g. lens), contact your local dealer.
• When the instrument is not used for a long time, check it at least once every 3 months.
C"21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS"
• Every 4,000 to 5,000 hours operation in total, change grease of driving parts. Contact your local dealer for the maintenance.
• When removing the instrument from the carrying case, never pull it out by force. The empty carrying case should be closed to protect it from moisture.
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2. PRECAUTIONS
• Check the instrument for proper adjustment periodically to maintain the instrument accuracy.
Exporting this product
• This product is equipped with the parts/units, and contains software/technology, which are subject to the EAR (Export Administration Regulations). Depending on countries you wish to export or bring the product to, a US export license may be required. In such a case, it is your responsibility to obtain the license. The countries requiring the license as of January 2012 are shown below. Please consult the Export Administration Regulations as they are subject to change.
North Korea Iran Syria Sudan Cuba
URL for the EAR of the US: http://www.access.gpo.gov/bis/ear/ear_data.html
Exceptions from responsibility
• The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks
(hardware only) of the product’s performance.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for results of faulty or intentional
usage or misuse including any direct, indirect, consequential damage, or loss of profits.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for consequential damage, or
loss of profits due to any natural disaster, (earthquake, storms, floods etc.), fire, accident, or an act of a third party and/or usage under unusual conditions.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage (change of
data, loss of data, loss of profits, an interruption of business etc.) caused by use of the product or an unusable product.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of
profits caused by usage different to that explained in the operator’s manual.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for damage caused by incorrect
operation, or action resulting from connecting to other products.
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3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION

The instrument is classified as the following class of Laser Product according to IEC Standard Publication 60825-1 Ed.2.0: 2007 and United States Government Code of Federal Regulation FDA CDRH 21CFR Part 1040.10 and 1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated June 24, 2007.)
• EDM device in objective lens: Class 3R Laser Product (When using prism or reflective sheet as target)Class 1 Laser Product
• Laser plummet (option): Class 2 Laser product
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CLASS3R LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1 Ed. 2.0 : 2007
(only when laser plummet function is mounted)
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• EDM device is classified as Class 3R Laser Product when reflectorless measurement is selected.
When the prism or reflective sheet is selected as target, the output is equivalent to the safer class 1.
CWarning
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Follow the safety instructions on the labels attached to the instrument as well as in this manual to
ensure safe use of this laser product.
• Never point the laser beam at another person. If the laser beam strikes skin or an eye, it could cause
serious injury.
• Do not look directly into the laser beam source or guide light source. Doing so could cause
permanent eye damage.
• Do not stare at the laser beam. Doing so could cause permanent eye damage.
• If an eye injury is caused by exposure to the laser beam, seek immediate medical attention from a
licensed ophthalmologist.
• Never look at the laser beam through a telescope, binoculars or other optical instruments. Doing so
could cause permanent eye damage.
• Sight the target so that the laser beam does not stray from them.
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3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION
CCaution
• Perform checks at start of work and periodic checks and adjustments with the laser beam emitted under normal conditions.
• When the instrument is not being used, turn off the power and replace the lens cap.
• When disposing of the instrument, destroy the battery connector so that the laser beam cannot be emitted.
• Operate the instrument with due caution to avoid injuries that may be caused by the laser beam unintentionally striking a person in the eye. Avoid setting the instrument at heights at which the path of the laser beam may strike pedestrians or drivers at head height.
• Never point the laser beam at mirrors, windows or surfaces that are highly reflective. The reflected laser beam could cause serious injury.
• Only those who have been received training as per the following items shall use this product.
• Read this manual for usage procedures for this product.
• Hazardous protection procedures (read this chapter).
• Requisite protective gear (read this chapter).
• Accident reporting procedures (stipulate procedures beforehand for transporting the injured and contacting physicians in case there are laser induced injuries).
• Persons working within the range of the laser beam are advised to wear eye protection which corresponds to the laser wavelength of the instrument being used
• Areas in which the lasers are used should be posted with laser warning notices.
• When using the laser-pointer function, be sure to turn OFF the output laser after distance measurement is completed. Even if distance measurement is canceled, the laser-pointer function is still operating and the laser beam continues to be emitted.
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4.1 Parts of the Instrument

Parts and functions of the instrument
Handle 2 Bluetooth antenna 3 External interface hatch
(USB port/reset button)
4 & Instrument height mark 5 Battery cover 6 Display unit 7 Circular level 8 Serial / External power source connector 9 Circular level adjusting screws 10 Base plate 11 Levelling foot screw 12 Levelling base locking screw 13 Optical plummet focussing ring 14 Optical plummet eyepiece 15 Optical plummet reticle cover 16 Luminance sensor 17 Objective lens
(Includes "& Laser-pointer function")
18& Guide light
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19 Tubular compass slot
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20 Handle locking screw 21 & Ver tic al Jog
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22 Keyboard
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23 & Trigger key
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24 & Horizontal Jog 25 Stylus (pen) 26 Tribrach clamp
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27 Telescope eyepiece
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28 Telescope eyepiece screw 29 Telescope knob
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30 Telescope focussing ring 31&Sighting collimator 32Instrument center mark
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green
red
Guide light
(When seen from the objective lens side while the instrument is in the Face 1 state)
& Instrument height mark
The height of the instrument is as follows:
• 196mm (from levelling base mounting surface to this mark) "Instrument height" is input when setting instrument station data and is the height from the surveying point (where the instrument is mounted) to this mark.
& Laser-pointer function
A target can be sighted with a red laser beam in dark locations without the use of the telescope.
& Guide light
Setting-out measurement etc. can be carried out effectively using the guide light. The guide light is composed of a light that is divided into green and red sections. A poleman can ascertain the present position by checking the guide light color.
I Guide light status
Light status Meaning
Slow flashing (Red and green simultaneously)
Fast flashing (Red and green simultaneously)
Green and red alternate flashing
Waiting
Searching in progress
Measuring (continuous measurement)
Returned signal checking in progress
Distance measurement error (no signal, sighting error)
Search error (error screen only)
C"12.2 Using the Guide Light in Distance Measurement", "15.1 Using the Guide Light in
Setting-out Measurement"
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& Vertical and Horizontal Jogs
The instrument and telescope can be rotated manually by hand or, for more precise adjustments, by turning the vertical and horizontal Jogs. The faster the Jogs are turned, the faster the instrument and telescope rotate.
C"10.1 Auto Pointing Settings" step 3
& Trigger key
When the Trigger key is pressed the instrument carries out the operation indicated by the softkey in bold type on the screen. This allows the user to continue operation without having to return to the display to press softkeys.
& Sighting collimator
Use sighting collimator to aim the instrument in the direction of the measurement point. Turn the instrument until the apex of the triangle in the sighting collimator is aligned with the target. A circle surrounds the triangle to make it easier to locate.
Bluetooth antenna
The Bluetooth antenna allows communication via Bluetooth wireless technology.
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• Handle the antenna with care. The antenna may be damaged if struck during operation or while being stored in the carrying case.
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Handle locking screw
Detaching/attaching the Handle
The carrying handle can be removed from the instrument. To remove it, loosen the handle rocking screws.
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• To remove the handle, hold both sides of the handle and lift it straight above. If you hold the handle by one hand or incline it, the terminal attached on the handle may be damaged.
• Detach the handle if the prism is located at the zenith.
To attache the handle, position the handl as shown, tighthen the 2 handle rocking screws.
Detaching the instrument from the levelling base
1. Loosen the levelling base locking screw by
turning 2 or 3 rotations in the counterclockwise direction.
2. Turn the tribrach clamp counterclockwise to
loosen.
3. Lift the instrument to detach.
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Attaching the instrument to the levelling base
(1)
(2)
(3)
1. Check that the levelling base locking screw has been loosened.
2. Align (1) and (2) and lower the instrument onto the levelling base.
3. Turn the tribrach clamp (3) clockwise to tighten.
4. Turn the levelling base locking screw clockwise to tighten.
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• Always fully tighten the levelling base locking
screw to reduce adverse effects of motor operation on accuracy and ensure optimal results.
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●Program mode
●Starkey mode
Top menu
Observation mode (switching by tab)
Menu mode
Config mode
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4.2 Mode Structure

The diagram below describes the different modes of the instrument and key operations for navigating between them.
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• Switching between modes is not possible during distance measurement.
• Do not switch between modes by {PRG} or not turn OFF the power just after pressing {PRG} (during displaying the message "Executing program mode").
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4.3 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

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Bluetooth communication is only possible with instruments incorporating the Bluetooth module.
• Use of this technology must be authorized according to telecommunications regulations of the country where the instrument is being used. Contact your local dealer in advance.
C"27. REGULATIONS"
• TOPCON CORPORATION is not liable for the content of any transmission nor any content related thereto. When communicating important data, run tests beforehand to ascertain that communication is operating normally.
• Do not divulge the content of any transmission to any third party.
Radio interference when using Bluetooth technology
Bluetooth communication with the DS uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This is the same band used by the devices described below.
•Industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) equipment such as microwaves and pacemakers.
• portable premises radio equipment (license required) used in factory production lines etc.
• portable specified low-power radio equipment (license-exempt)
•IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g standard wireless LAN devices The above devices use the same frequency band as Bluetooth communications. As a result, using the DS within proximity to the above devices may result in interference causing communication failure or reduction of transmission speed.
Although a radio station license is not required for this instrument, bear in mind the following points when using Bluetooth technology for communication.
I Regarding portable premises radio equipment and portable specified low-power radio
equipment:
• Before starting transmission, check that operation will not take place within the vicinity of
portable premises radio equipment or specified low-power radio equipment.
• In the case that the instrument causes radio interference with portable premises radio
equipment, terminate the connection immediately and take measures to prevent further interference (e.g. connect using an interface cable).
• In the case that the instrument causes radio interference with portable specified low-power radio
equipment, contact your local dealer.
I When using the DS in proximity to IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g standard wireless LAN
devices, turn off all devices not being used.
• Interference may result, causing transmission speed to slow or even disrupting the connection
completely. Turn off all devices not being used.
I Do not use the DS in proximity to microwaves.
• Microwave ovens can cause significant interference resulting in communication failure. Perform
communication at a distance of 3m or more from microwave ovens.
I Refrain from using the DS in proximity to televisions and radios.
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4. PRODUCT OUTLINE
• Televisions and radios use a different frequency band to Bluetooth communications.
However, even if the DS is used within proximity to the above equipment with no adverse effects with regard to Bluetooth communication, moving a Bluetooth compatible device (including the DS) closer to said equipment may result in electronic noise in sound or images, adversely affecting the performance of televisions and radios.
Precautions regarding transmission
I For best results
• The usable range becomes shorter when obstacles block the line of sight, or devices such as
PDAs or computers are used. Wood, glass and plastic will not impede communication but the usable range becomes shorter. Moreover, wood, glass and plastic containing metal frames, plates, foil and other heat shielding elements as well as coatings containing metallic powders may adversely affect Bluetooth communication and concrete, reinforced concrete, and metal will render it impossible.
• Use a vinyl or plastic cover to protect the instrument from rain and moisture. Metallic materials
should not be used.
• The direction of the Bluetooth antenna can have adverse effects upon usable range.
I Reduced range due to atmospheric conditions
• The radio waves used by the DS may be absorbed or scattered by rain, fog, and moisture from
the human body with the limit of usable range becoming lower as a result. Similarly, usable range may also shorten when performing communication in wooded areas. Moreover, as wireless devices lose signal strength when close to the ground, perform communication at as high a position as possible.
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5. BASIC OPERATION

SHIFT
Display unit
Luminance sensor / Microphone
Target type
Program mode
Function key
Input mode
SHIFT
Illumination key
FUNC
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ }
{ } { } { }
{ }
{ }
{ }
Learn basic key operations here before you read each measurement procedure.

5.1 Basic Key Operation

I Power ON/OFF
{}
{} (
Press and hold: About 1
second)
I Lighting up the reticle/keys and selecting screen backlight brightness
{}
C Brightness level: "19.2 Instrument Configuration"
I Switching to Starkey mode
{
}
C "5.4 Starkey Mode"
Power ON
Power OFF
Switches the reticle illumination and key light On/Off (When Key light is On, backlight brigthtness goes down)
Switches to Starkey mode / previous screen
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5. BASIC OPERATION
I Switching to Program mode
{PRG} Switches to program mode / basic mode
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• Do not switch between modes by {PRG} or not turn OFF the power just after pressing {PRG} (during displaying the message "Executing program mode").
I Switching target type
{}
C"19.3 EDM Settings"
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• Changes can also be made by tapping the icon on status bar or in Starkey mode.
C"5.2 Display Functions", "5.4 Starkey Mode"
I Switching the Laser-pointer/Guide light ON/OFF
{}
(Press and hold until
a beep sounds
)
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• Changes can also be made by tapping the icon on status bar or in Starkey mode.
C"5.2 Display Functions", "5.4 Starkey Mode"
Switches between target types Prism/360° Prism/Sheet/N-prism (reflectorless)
Turn ON/OFF the laser-pointer/guide light
I Switching the page
{FUNC} Toggle between Observation mode screen pages
I Inputting letters/figures
α}
{
{SHIFT} + {1} to {9}
{SHIFT} (Press and hold)
{SHIFT} + {α}
{0} to {9}
{.}
{
±}
Switch between numerals and alphabetic characters
In alphabetic characters mode, switch between lowercase characters and upper case characters each time
In alphabetic characters mode, switch between lowercase characters and upper case characters
Display/hide <Input Panel>
Input numeral or symbol printed above the key (during numeric input mode) Input alphabetic character in the order they are listed (in alphabetic input mode)
Input a decimal point (during numeric input mode) Input code (in alphabetic input mode)
Input a plus or minus sign (during numeric input mode) Input code (in alphabetic input mode)
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5. BASIC OPERATION
{ESC} Cancel the input data
{TAB} Shift to the next item
{B.S.} Delete a character on the left.
{S.P.}
Input a blank space (increments by 1 when setting the date and time)
{K}/{L} Move the cursor left/right
O}/{G} Move the cursor up/down
{
{ENT} Select/accept input word/value
CInputting rule and inputting special characters: "5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input
Panel"
I Selecting options
O}/{G} Move the cursor/selection item up/down
{ {K}/{L} Move the cursor/selection item left/right or select other option
{TAB} Shift to the next item
{S.P.} Display other options
{ENT} Select/accept the option
I Selecting tabs
O}/{G} Move tab/cursor in tab up/down
{ {K}/{L} Display next tab at left/right
CTabs: "5.2 Display Functions"
I Others
{ESC} Return to previous screen
Example: Entering "computer" (lower case) as the name of a new device
1. Tap the input mode icon in the status bar (second
from bottom) until "_a" is displayed.
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2. Press {7} three times.
P1
"c" is displayed.
3. Press {5} three times. "o" is displayed.
4. Press {L}. Press {5}. "m" is displayed.
5. BASIC OPERATION
5. Continue to input letters. Press {ENT} to complete inputting.
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5. BASIC OPERATION

5.2 Display Functions

Screens can be selected/operated using the keys on the keyboard or the touch panel. The touch panel can be operated using either the stylus pen provided or your fingers.
It is also possible to de-activate the touch panel temporarily.
C "19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS"
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• Do not scratch the display or use any sharp implement other than the stylus pen to operate the touch
panel.
Using the stylus
The stylus pen can be used to select menus and buttons on the screen and operate the scroll bar.
Temporarily de-activating the touch panel
The touch panel can be temporarily de-activated. This is especially useful when cleaning the display. To de-activate, tap on the status bar. <Touch panel temporarily de-activated> is displayed.
The touch panel cannot be operated while the above message is displayed. Press {ESC} to cancel the message and re-activate the touch panel.
Displaying and operating screens
• To close a screen, tap the cross in the top right corner, or press {ESC}.
• Tabs, softkey allocations, displayed tab items, and character sizes can all be changed in accordance
with user preferences.
C"19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS"
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Top menu
Instrument name
Serial Number
Application software version
(1) Distance
(2) Vertical angle
(3) Horizontal angle
Soft key
Observation mode screen
5. BASIC OPERATION
(1) Distance
Horizontal distance and height difference are also displayed in "SHVdist" tab. Displayed items in "SHV" tab can be changed.
C"19.1 Observation Conditions"
(2) Vertical angle
The Vertical angle display can be switched between Zenith (Z=0°)/Horiz (H=0°)/Horiz (H=±90°) To switch vertical angle/slope in %, press [ZA/%] when allocated to the Observation mode screen. The capitalized letter in the softkey indicates the currently selected mode.
CChanging display: "19.1 Observation Conditions", allocating [ZA/%]: "19.6 Allocating Key
Functions"
(3)Horizontal angle
Press [R/L] when allocated to the Observation mode screen to switch the display status. The capitalized letter in the softkey indicates the currently selected mode. HA-R: Horizontal angle right HA-L: Horizontal angle left
CAllocating [R/L]: "19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
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Input screen/configuration screen
Display all options
Scroll down for more
Values can be input/
items
edited
Instrument station
Scale
(units: m)
Arrow indicates north as set backsight
Target point
"Graphic" tab
5. BASIC OPERATION
The "Graphic" tab display can be modified using the softkeys in the second page.
[CNFG] : In <Graphic configuration> the user can specify the orientation of the "graphic" tab
[DEF.] : Returns to the original orientation display. [ZoomIn] : Zooms in. [ZoomOut] : Zooms out.
display and which point, target or station, to set at the center of the display.
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5. BASIC OPERATION
Number
Status bar
Selecting menus
To select a menu, tap the touch panel or press the relevant number key.
Status bar
Indicates the current status of the instrument. Tapping icons will switch between the relevant options for that item. Tapping and holding will display a list of all available options for that item and, in certain cases, a link to the configuration screen for that item.
Allocation of the icons of the status bar corresponds with that of Starkey mode.
CAbout icons: "5.4 Starkey Mode"
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5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel

5. BASIC OPERATION
To d i s p la y <Input Panel>, tap of status bar/Starkey mode or while pressing This keyboard can be used to input numeric and alphabetic characters as well as symbols. Tap the icon again to close.
{SHIFT} press {α}.
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• When <Input Panel> is covering the icon of the status bar, use the stylus pen to drag the input
panel to another part of the screen so that you can access the icon.
Input panel
Esc : Deletes all input characters Tab : Moves the cursor to the next text box CAP : Alternates between upper and lower case alphabetic characters and numbers/
symbols
Shift : Alternates between upper and lower case alphabetic characters and numbers/
Ctl : No function Del/A : Delete the character to the left/right or deletes the entire text in the active section
←→ : Move the cursor left/right
ENT : Accept input characters Space : Input a blank space áü : Accesses further Latin/Germanic characters/symbols. Is canceled after inputting a
symbols. Is canceled after inputting a single character.
single character.
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5. BASIC OPERATION
(1) (2) (3) (4)
(5) (6) (7) (8)
(9) (10)
(11) (12)
when instrument was shipped.
11 and 12 are not allocated

5.4 Starkey Mode

Via Starkey mode, you can jump from each basic mode screen to the screen of checking/changing the various settings directly. Press starkey { pressed and hold in the same way with status bar.
• 12 icons allocated in Starkey mode and the above 8 icons correspond with that status bar
• Allocation of the icons can be changed.
CChanging allocation of Starkey mode: "19.7 Changing Starkey Mode Icons"
} to enter Starkey mode. Each icon can be tapped or
Indicates the current status of the instrument. Tapping icons will switch between the relevant options for that item. Tapping and holding will display a list of all available options for that item and, in certain cases, a link to the configuration screen for
that item. (The numbers correspond to above icons).
(1) Battery icon
Remaining battery power indicator (BDC70/external battery BT-73Q, Temperature = 20°C, EDM on). The remaining battery power displayed when distance measurement is in progress may differ to that displayed at other times.
: Level 3 Full power
: Level 2 Plenty of power remains
: Level 1 Half or less power remains
: Level 0 Little power remains Prepare a replacement battery.
(Flashes red and black)
: No power Stop operation and charge the battery.
(Red display in the center of the screen)
C"6.1 Battery Charging"
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5. BASIC OPERATION
When using external battery
: Level 3 Full power
: Level 2 Plenty of power remains
: Level 1 Half or less power remains
: Level 0 Little power remains. Prepare a replacement battery.
: No power Stop operation and charge the battery.
C"6.1 Battery Charging"
(2) Target type icon
Selection of target type and configuration of prism constant correction value.
: Prism (0mm) : 360° prism (-7mm) : Sheet (0mm) : N-Prism
Target information can be edited/recorded in <Reflector setting>.
C"19.3 EDM Settings PROCEDURE Recording and editing target information"
(3) Motor icon
Configuration of Auto Pointing status. The display may change slightly depending on the target type selected.
: Auto Pointing ON : Auto Pointing OFF
: Begin searching : Rotates the instrument 180°
One of the following icons will be displayed while the motor is in operation to indicate the current status of the instrument.
: Rotating
: Rotating at fixed velocity
: Searching
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• Auto Pointing cannot be performed when "Reflectorless" has been selected as the target type. will be displayed.
• An arrow indicating turn direction will be displayed when the instrument is rotating at a fixed
velocity.
C "11.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a Specified Angle"
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5. BASIC OPERATION
(4) Laser-pointer/guide light icon
Configuration of laser-pointer/guide light status.
C Switching the laser-pointer/guide light ON/OFF: "5.1 Basic Key Operation"
: Guide light ON
: Guide light OFF : Laser-pointer ON : Laser-pointer OFF
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• The laser-pointer will be automatically switched OFF during distance measurement.
(5) Tilt angle compensation icon
The vertical and horizontal angles are automatically compensated for small tilt errors using the dual-axis tilt sensor. This icon displays the status of this function.
: Horizontal and vertical tilt angles compensated (blue) : No compensation : Only vertical tilt angle compensated (green)
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is displayed when the instrument is out of level.
(6) Communication status with external devices icon
Selection and configuration of communication status with external devices. This icon is not displayed in Program mode.
: Connection via RS232C cable
: Connection via Bluetooth wireless technology (DS set as "Master"
device) (blue antenna)
: Connection via Bluetooth wireless technology (DS set as "Slave"
device) (green antenna)
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• When Bluetooth communication is selected (DS set as "Master" device) a connection can be initiated/canceled by tapping / .
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5. BASIC OPERATION
Connection status to external devices is displayed as follows.
i) Connection via Bluetooth wireless technology When DS is set as the "Master" device the antenna icon is blue. When the DS is set as the "Slave" device the antenna icon is green.
: Connecting
: Canceling connection
: (Antenna is moving) Inquiring about other Bluetooth devices
: (Antenna is stationary) Communication settings in progress/Preparing for
communication (Instrument just powered ON or just switched to "Slave")
: Connection error (icon flashes) (the color depends on the setting)
ii) : Connection via RS232C cable
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• An arrow (e.g. / ) is displayed to indicate that data transmission is in progress. A red arrow indicates that data transmission has failed and data needs to be sent again.
(7) Input mode icon
Selection of input mode
_1 Inputting numbers and symbols
_a Inputting lower case alphabetic characters
_A Inputting upper case alphabetic characters
C"5.1 Basic Key Operation I Inputting letters/figures"
(8) Input panel icon
C "5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel"
(9) PPM setting icon
Current atmospheric correction factor setting is displayed. Configuration of EDM.
(10) Config mode icon
Switch to Config mode.
C"19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS"
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5. BASIC OPERATION
(11) Touch panel icon
C"19.7 Changing Starkey Mode Icons"
:Touch panel temporarily de-activated.
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• This icon cannot be operated during distance measurement, or during data transmission.
(12) Disk usage icon
Tap and hold disk icon in the status bar to check the detail of the disk usage.
C"19.7 Changing Starkey Mode Icons"
: Less than 20% : 20 to 50% : More than 50%
Internal Disk Used space : Usage space of disk capacity of the instrument
Free space : Free space of disk capacity of the instrument Capacity : Disk capacity of the instrument
Removable Disk Used space : Usage space of disk capacity of the external disk connected to the
Free space : Free space of disk capacity of the external disk connected to the
Capacity : Disk capacity of the external disk connected to the instrument
instrument
instrument
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• "Removable Disk" is displayed only when an external disk is connected to the instrument.
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5. BASIC OPERATION
An icon without an
be selected
Next page
Previous page

5.5 Using the Program Selection Screen

The program selection screen displays a list of all programs installed on the instrument. Each screen page contains a maximum of 5 program icons. When multiple screen pages exist, navigating between pages is possible using the arrows that appear at the left/right of the screen.
Navigating between pages
The previous/next screen page can be displayed by pressing {O}/{G}/{L}/{K}, or that appear at the left/right of the screen.
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6. USING THE BATTERY

Guides
Slot 1
Slot 2
Charging lamp
Grooves

6.1 Battery Charging

The battery was not charged at the factory. Charge the battery fully before using the instrument.
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• The charger will become rather hot during use. This is normal.
• Do not use to charge batteries other than those specified.
• The charger is for indoor use only. Do not use outdoors.
• Batteries cannot be charged, even when the charging lamp is flashing, when the temperature is outside the charging temperature range.
• Remove batteries from the charger before putting into storage.
• When not in use, disconnect the power cable plug from the wall outlet.
• Store the battery in a dry room where the temperature is within the following ranges. For long-term storage, the battery should be charged at least once every six months.
Storage period Temperature range
1 week or less -20 to 50°C
1 week to 1 month -20 to 45°C
1 month to 6 months -20 to 40°C
6 months to 1 year -20 to 35°C
• Batteries generate power using a chemical reaction and as a result have a limited lifetime. Even when in storage and not used for long periods, battery capacity deteriorates with the passage of time. This may result in the operating time of the battery shortening despite having been charged correctly. In this event, a new battery is required.
PROCEDURE
1. Connect the power cable to the charger and
plug the charger into the wall outlet.
2. Mount the battery in the charger by matching
the grooves on the battery with the guides on the charger.
3. When charging starts, the lamp starts blinking.
4. The lamp lights when charging is finished.
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6. USING THE BATTERY
Battery cover
5. Remove the battery and unplug the charger.
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• Slots 1 and 2: The charger starts charging the battery mounted first. If you place two batteries in the charger, the battery in slot 1 is charged first, and then the battery in slot 2. (
• Charging lamp: The charging lamp is off when the charger is outside the charging temperature range or when the battery is mounted incorrectly. If the lamp is still off after the charger falls within its charging temperature range and the battery is mounted again, contact your local dealer. (
• Charging time per battery (at 25°C): BDC70:about 5.5 hours
C step 2)
Csteps 2 and 3)

6.2 Installing/Removing the Battery

Mount the charged battery.
C Type of power source: "22. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM"
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• Use the attached battery (BDC70).
• Before removing the battery, turn off the power to the instrument. If the battery is removed while the power is switched on, a warm boot may occur. File and folder data may be lost as a result.
• Do not open the battery cover while the power is on.
• Do not damage the projected sensor inside the battery cover. Also, be careful not to shut the battery cover on your fingers.
• When installing/removing the battery, make sure that moisture or dust particles do not come in contact with the inside of the instrument.
• Remove batteries from the surveying instrument or charger before putting into storage.
PROCEDURE Mounting the battery
1. Slide down the catches on the battery cover to
open.
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2. Insert the battery in the direction of the arrow
Battery
on the side of the battery.
G
• Do not insert the battery inclined. Doing so
may damage the instrument or battery terminals.
3. Close the battery cover. A click is heard when the cover is secure.
6. USING THE BATTERY
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7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT

Centering screw
Focussing on the survey point
Focussing on the reticle
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• Mount the battery in the instrument before performing this operation because the instrument will tilt
slightly if the battery is mounted after levelling.

7.1 Centering

PROCEDURE Centering with the optical plummet eyepiece
1. Make sure the legs are spaced at equal
intervals and the head is approximately level. Set the tripod so that the head is positioned over the survey point. Make sure the tripod shoes are firmly fixed in the ground.
2. Place the instrument on the tripod head.
Supporting it with one hand, tighten the centering screw on the bottom of the unit to make sure it is secured to the tripod.
3. Looking through the optical plummet eyepiece,
turn the optical plummet eyepiece to focus on the reticle. Turn the optical plummet focussing ring to focus on the survey point.
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PROCEDURE Centering with the laser plummet (Option)
1. Set up the tripod and affix the instrument on the tripod head.
C"7.1 Centering"
2. Press {} to power on
C"8. POWER ON/OFF"
The electric circular level is displayed on the <Tilt>.
3. Press [L-ON]. The laser plummet beam will be emitted from the bottom of the instrument.
7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT
4. Use [-]/[+] on the second page to adjust the brightness of the laser.
5. Adjust the position of the instrument on the tripod until the laser beam is aligned with the center of the survey point.
6. Press [L-OFF] to turn the laser plummet off. Alternatively, press {ESC} to return to another screen. The laser plummet will switch off automatically.
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7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT
Tripod legs adjustment
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• Visibility of the laser spot may be affected when operating in direct sunlight. In this event, provide
shade for the survey point.

7.2 Levelling

PROCEDURE
1. Adjust the levelling foot screws to center the
survey point in the optical plummet reticle.
2. Center the bubble in the circular level by either
shortening the tripod leg closest to the offcenter direction of the bubble or by lengthening the tripod leg farthest from the offcenter direction of the bubble. Adjust one more tripod leg to center the bubble.
Turn the levelling foot screws while checking the circular level until the bubble is centered in the center circle.
3. Power ON the instrument.
C"8. POWER ON/OFF"
The electric circular level is displayed on the <Tilt>. “z” indicates the bubble in circular level. The range of the inside circle is ±1.5' and the range of the outside circle is ±6'.
4. Center “z” in the circular level.
When the bubble is in the center, proceed to step
7.
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5. Turn the instrument until the telescope is parallel to a line between levelling foot screws A and B.
6. Set the tilt angle to 0° using foot screws A and B for the X direction and levelling screw C for the Y direction.
7. Loosen the centering screw slightly. Looking through the optical plummet eyepiece, slide the instrument over the tripod head until the survey point is exactly centered in the reticle. Retighten the centering screw securely.
If the instrument is levelled using laser plummet, emit the laser plummet beam and check it again.
C"7.1 Centering PROCEDURE Centering with
the laser plummet (Option)"
8. Check again to make sure the bubble in the electric circular level is centered. If not, repeat the procedure starting from step 6.
7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT
9. Press {ESC} to return to Observation mode.
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8. POWER ON/OFF

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• When the power cannot be switched ON or the power is soon turned OFF even though the battery
is mounted, there may be almost no battery power remaining. Replace it with a fully charged battery.
C"20. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES"
PROCEDURE Power ON
1. Press {}.
When the power is switched on, the Tilt screen is displayed. Press {ESC} to go to Observation mode screen.
If "Out of range" is displayed, the instrument tilt sensor is indicating that the instrument is out of level. Level the instrument once again using circular level, then the tilt screen will be displayed.
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• "Tilt crn." in "Obs. condition" should be set to "No" if the display is unsteady due to vibration or strong
wind.
C "19.1 Observation Conditions"
& Resume function
The Resume function redisplays the screen appearing before the instrument was powered OFF when the instrument is powered back ON. All parameter settings are also saved. Even if remaining battery power is completely depleted, this function will remain active for 1 minute, after which it is canceled. Replace a depleted battery as soon as possible.
PROCEDURE Power OFF
1. Press and hold (about 1sec) {}.
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• When there is almost no battery power remaining, the battery icon in the status bar will start to blink.In this event, stop measurement, switch off the power and charge the battery or replace with a fully charged battery.
• To save power, power to the instrument is automatically cut off if it is not operated for a fixed period of time. This time period can be set in "Power off" in <Inst.config.>.
C"19.2 Instrument Configuration"
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8. POWER ON/OFF

8.1 Configuring the Touch Panel

When using for the first time, or after performing a cold boot, the screen for configuring the touch panel will be displayed.
Follow the instructions on the screen. Tap the cross­hairs at the center of the display with the stylus pen. Tap 5 times. Press {ENT} to complete touch panel configuration. Press {ESC} to retain previous settings.
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• Touch panel configuration can be performed at any time during normal operation by pressing [PNL CAL] in <Inst.config.>.
C"19.2 Instrument Configuration"

8.2 Resolving Software Issues

If you are experiencing problems with the instrument and suspect a fault in the program, you should try a warm boot. If the problem is not resolved with a warm boot the next step is to perform a cold boot. A warm boot will not erase surveying data in the instrument but will cancel the resume function. Whenever possible transmit the data to a personal computer before rebooting.
PROCEDURE
1. Power OFF the instrument.
2. Press {} while pressing {ENT}.
The instrument is reset and powers ON as normal.
& Cold boot
If the problem is not resolved with a warm boot the next step is to perform a cold boot. A cold boot will not erase surveying data in the instrument but all the parameters will be changed to the factory settings. If the data in the memory is necessary, BE SURE TO TRANSFER IT TO A
PERSONAL COMPUTER BEFORE PERFORMING A COLD BOOT.
To perform a cold boot, while holding {}, and {S.P.}, press {}. The instrument is reset and powers ON as normal.
C "19.11 Restoring Default Settings"
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8. POWER ON/OFF
Reset button
& Problems Powering OFF
When the instrument cannot be powered OFF as normal, depress the reset button with the tip of the stylus pen.
G
• Pressing the Reset button may result in file and folder data being lost.

8.3 Powering ON/OFF from an External Instrument

The instrument can be powered ON/OFF from an external device such as a computer or data collector.
G
• The password must be input after powering ON the instrument from an external device when a password has been set.
C Remote PWR-On function: "19.2 Instrument Configuration", Setting a password:
"19.9 Changing Password"
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9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES

The instrument supports Bluetooth wireless technology and RS232C for communication with data collectors etc. Inputting/outputting data is also possible by inserting a USB memory or by connecting to a USB device. Read this manual in conjunction with the operator’s manual for the relevant external device.
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• When doing Bluetooth communication, read "4.3 Bluetooth Wireless Technology".

9.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology

The Bluetooth module incorporated in the instrument can be used for communication with Bluetooth devices such as data collectors.
& Bluetooth connections
Communication between a pair of Bluetooth devices requires one device to be set as the "Master" and the other as the "Slave". To initiate connections from the DS side, set the DS as the "Master" device. To initiate connections from the paired device side, set the DS as the "Slave" device. The factory setting is "Slave".
PROCEDURE Necessary settings for Bluetooth communication
1. Select "Comms" in Config mode. Set Comms mode in the "Comms setup" tab to "Bluetooth".
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• Changing communication settings during
Bluetooth communication will cancel the connection.
• The status bar icon cannot be tapped in
<Communication Setup>.
Items set and options (*: Factory setting)
(1) Comms mode : RS232C*/Bluetooth (2) Check sum : yes/No* (3) Controller : Remote/2 Way/2
Way+Remote*
(4) REC Type : REC-A* (newly measured
data is output)/REC-B
(displayed data is output) (5) Terminate (6) MOTOR State : On (with search state
(7) Ack mode
& : ETX*/ETX+CR/ETX+CR+LF
information)/Off*
& :On*/Off
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9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES
& Te rmi nate
Select the option Off or On for carrige return (CR) and line feed when collecting measurement data with a computer.
& ACK mode
When communicating to an external device, the protocol for handshaking can omit the [ACK] coming from the external device so data is not sent again. On : Standard Off : Omit the [ACK]
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• Setting’ (5) and (7) are for an instrument using GTS commands.
2. Select a mode for the DS in the "Bluetooth" tab. The factory setting is "Slave". Register companion devices.
• "Master" cannot be selected when no
companion devices have been registered.
C "Master"/"Slave": "& Bluetooth
connections"
3. Select, in "Link", a companion device from among the Bluetooth devices already registered in the instrument.
C Registering devices: "PROCEDURE
Registering Bluetooth companion devices"
• Companion devices cannot be selected when
the DS is set as "Slave".
4. Set "Authentication" to "Yes" or "No". If "Authentication" is set to "Yes" for the DS the passkey will also need to be input on the companion device.
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5. When "Authentication" is set to "Yes", input the same passkey as that for the intended companion device. Even if "Authentication" is set to "No", a passkey is requested when authentication is set on the companion device being used.
• Up to 16 numeral characters can be input. Input
characters will be displayed as asterisks (e.g. "*****"). The passkey was set to "0123" at the factory.
6. Press [OK] to finish settings.
PROCEDURE Registering Bluetooth companion devices
1. Power on the companion device.
2. Select "Bluetooth" in "Comms mode" in the "Comms setup" tab.
3. Press [LIST] to display a list of all registered devices.
Register the data collectors to use in "Serial" tab and devices to use with the Dial-Up Program in "Dial-up" tab.
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• Maximum number of devices registered: 6
4. Register your Bluetooth device(s).
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•Press [Add] to display <Add device>. Input the device name and Bluetooth address and press [OK]. Both should be 12 characters (numbers 0 to 9 and letters from A to F) in length.
•Press [Search] to search about Bluetooth devices in the immediate vicinity of the instrument and display their device name and address in a list. Select a device from this list and press [OK] to add to the Link device list in step 3.
•Press [Delete] to delete the selected device name. Deleted device names cannot be retrieved.
• Select a device and press [Edit] in the second page to update the device name and/or device address.
5. Press [OK] to complete registration and return to the screen in step 2.
9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES
PROCEDURE Displaying Bluetooth information for the DS
1. Select "Comms" in Config mode.
2. Press [Info] in the "Bluetooth" tab to display information for the DS. Register the Bluetooth address (BD ADDR) displayed here in the paired device set as "Master".
&Bluetooth device address
This is a number unique to one particular Bluetooth device used to identify devices during communication. This number consists of 12 characters (numbers 0 to 9 and letters from A to F). Some devices may be referred to by their Bluetooth device address.
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9.2 Communication between the DS and Companion Device

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Bluetooth communication causes instrument battery power to be depleted at a rate higher than that for normal operation.
• Check that the companion device (data collector, computer, or cellular phone etc.) is turned on and the relevant Bluetooth settings are complete.
• All communication settings will be changed to factory settings when a cold boot is performed.
Comms setup will need to be performed again.
C"9.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology"
PROCEDURE Bluetooth communication
1. Complete the necessary DS settings for
Bluetooth communication.
C "9.1 Wireless Communication using
Bluetooth Technology"
2. Start communication
When DS is set as the "Master" device, the [Connect] softkey is allocated to the fourth page of Observation mode. When [Connect] is pressed the DS searches for the device selected in "Link" and a connection starts. When a connection has been successfully established is displayed in the status bar. The establishing of a connection can also be initiated by tapping in the status bar.
C Communication status:"5.4 Starkey Mode"
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• When DS is set as the "Slave" device, the establishing of a connection can only be initiated/canceled by the companion device set as "Master".
3. Press [Cancel] in the fourth page of Observation mode to terminate the connection. A connection can also be terminated by tapping
in the status bar.
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9.3 Connection via RS232C Cable

RS232C communication is possible, connecting instrument and a data collector with the cable.
PROCEDURE Basic cable settings
1. Power OFF the instrument and connect the
instrument and a data collector with a interface cable.
C Cables: "24. OPPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"
2. Select "Comms" in Config mode.
Set communication conditions in the "Comms setup" tab. Set "Comms mode" to "RS232C".
3. Set options in the "RS232C" tab according to the
selection made in the "Comms setup" tab.
Items set and options (*: Factory setting)
(1) Baud rate: 1200/2400/4800/9600*/19200/
(2) Data bits: 7/8* bits (3) Parity : Not set*/Odd/Even (4) Stop bit : 1*/ 2 bits
38400bps
4. Press [OK] to finish settings.
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USB port 1
USB port 2 (mini-B)

9.4 Connecting via USB Cable

Using USB port 2, the instrument and a computer can be communicated. There are USB mode and Mobile mode.
& USB port
The instrument has two different USB ports. Each port is used for connection to different types of devices.
Port name Device type
USB port 1 USB memory device.
USB port 2 (mini-B) computers etc.
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• TOPCON CORPORATION cannot guarantee that all USB devices are compatible with the DS USB
ports.
• Use a computer WindowsXP/Vista/7 is based and USB connection is capable.
• Remove the USB cable from USB port 2 carefully to avoid damaging the cable.
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• As for the download and install of "exFat file system driver"/ActiveSync/Windows Mobile Device
Center, please access to Microsoft support site.
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External interface hatch
USB port 2
PROCEDURE Connecting the instrument to a computer to transfer data from instrument in
USB mode
When connecting Windows XP, "exFat file system driver" needs to be installed to the computer.
1. Open the external interface hatch by sliding its
button.
2. Power OFF the instrument. Connect the USB port
2 on the instrument and computer using the USB cable.
C "8. POWER ON/OFF"
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• The computer does not need to be turned OFF before connection.
3. Press {} while pressing {ENT} to display a message box asking whether to boot USB mode, then press [YES]. The screen of the instrument will be <USB Mode>.
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• instrument may not be displayed as
<Removable Disk>. It depends on Windows settings.
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Follow the instructions below to ensure that the instrument continues to operate normally during USB transfer.
• Do not change the folder hierarchy or folder
names in <Removable Disk>.
• Do not format the "removable disk" on the
computer.
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4. Perform "Safely Remove Hardware" in the task bar and disconnect the USB cable.
5. Press {} and hold (about 1sec) to turn off the instrument to exit USB mode connection.
PROCEDURE Connecting the instrument to a computer to transfer data from instrument in
Mobile mode
A synchronous software needs to be installed to the computer depending on the Windows version.
Computer to connect Synchronous software
Windows XP ActiveSync
Windows vista/7 Windows Mobile Device Center
1. Slide up the catch on the external interface hatch to open.
2. Power OFF the instrument. Connect the instrument and computer using the USB cable.
C "8. POWER ON/OFF"
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• The computer does not need to be turned OFF
before connection.
3. Press {} while pressing {ENT} to display a message box asking whether to boot USB mode, then press [NO]. The synchronous software is effective.
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• instrument may not be displayed as
<Removable Disk>. It depends on Windows settings.
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Follow the instructions below to ensure that the instrument continues to operate normally during USB transfer.
• Do not change the folder hierarchy or folder
names in <Removable Disk>.
• Do not format the "removable disk" on the
computer.
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USB Port 1
4. If synchronous software displays a partner setting
screen on the computer and asks whether to set a partner device, press [NO].
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• A partner setting screen may not be displayed depending on the synchronous software settings.
5. Disconnect the USB cable to exit mobile mode connection.

9.5 Inserting USB Memory

Saving data in a USB memory or importing data from a memory is possible using the particular program on program mode.
CUSB ports: "9.4 Connecting via USB Cable"
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• When reading/writing data, do not remove the USB memory.
PROCEDURE
1. Slide up the catch on the external interface hatch to open.
C "9.4 Connecting via USB Cable"
2. Insert the USB memory into the USB port 1.
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• When using a USB memory with 4 metal
terminals on the surface, insert it with the terminal facing backwards to avoid damaging the USB port.
3. Close the external interface hatch until a click is heard.
4. Save data in the USB memory or import data from the memory.
C Program Explanations of each program
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10.TARGET SIGHTING

A target can be automatically sighted using the Auto Pointing function or manually sighted by the operator using the sighting collimatorand telescope. When Auto Pointing is performed, the image sensor on the instrument detects the light beam reflected from the target (prism or reflective sheet target), the offset between the target and telescope reticle is calculated by image processing, then the angle measurement value obtained from the encoder is compensated. There is a possibility that the target and telescope reticle are not aligned.
Offset
of Y direction
C Caution
• The instrument emits a laser beam until the prism is sighted.
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• Auto Pointing can only be performed when a prism or sheet is used as the target. For reflectorless measurement, the target must be sighted manually.
• Use designated reflective prisms/reflective sheets for higher precision measurement. Make sure reflector type and aperture/sheet size are set correctly in <EDM configurations>.
• Detach the handle if the prism is located at the zenith.
C"4.1 Parts of the Instrument Handle L Detaching/attaching the Handle"
• Auto Pointing may take long time if the prism is located at the zenith. In this case, use optional accessory diagonal eyepiece (DE27) and manually sight the target.
C"10.3 Manually Sighting the Target"
• If more than one prism is located in the field of sight during Auto Pointing, an operation error will occur and the instrument will not be able to find the target.
• A prism beyond glass cannot be searched because a measurement error occurs.
• If an obstacle blocks the laser beam path between the instrument and the prism, instrument cannot find the target correctly.
• If strong light shines directly into the objective lens, measurement cannot be performed correctly.
• Position every target in alignment with the objective lens to eliminate the error caused by tilted
target.
C(Facing the 360° prism toward the instrument: "26.1 High Accuracy with the 360° Prism"
• The following table suggests what size target to use for different distances when performing Auto
Pointing with a reflective sheet target.
Distance Target size
5 to 15m RS10 (10mm)
5 to 30m RS30 (30mm)
5 to 40m RS50 (50mm)
10 to 50m RS90 (90mm)
Offset of X direction
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10.1 Auto Pointing Settings

PROCEDURE
1. Select "Motor" in <Configuration>. Set Auto Pointing functions in the Configuration tab. Set "Search Setting" to "Search".
Items set and options (*: Factory setting)
(1) AUTO AIM & : Fine/Rapid* (2) Search Setting : None/Search* (3) TURN & : 5"/10"*/20"/30"/60"
10. TARGET SIGHTING
& AUTO AIM
When the target enters the field-of-view within the set limit for Auto Pointing completion (the limit differs between "Fine" and "Rapid"), the instrument starts acquiring data (the amount of data differs between "Fine" and "Rapid") then completes the Auto Pointing by calculating the data. Set to "Fine" for greater accuracy during Auto Pointing. Make sure that the prism is securely mounted on a tripod etc. Set to "Rapid" when supporting the pole by hand. When "Fine" is set the instrument checks that the prism position is stable, then searches for the prism direction. Once the instrument confirms that the prism is sighted at the approximate center of the field-of-view, Auto Pointing is complete. Although this setting provides greater accuracy, when supporting the pole by hand, hand movements will result in Auto Pointing taking too long to complete and a "Time out" error will occur. When "Rapid" is set however, Auto Pointing can be performed even with slight instability of prism position or minor shifts of target position in the field-of-view. The instrument will use the data obtained to determine the direction of the target. Auto Pointing performed using the "Rapid" setting can be completed in a much quicker time than the "Fine" setting. "Fine" is recommended when a high level of measurement accuracy is needed. The range for the offset between the target and reticle after Auto Pointing completed changes as shown below depending on the Srch. accuracy setting.
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& TURN
This option allows the user to set a tolerance range for setting accuracy (after rotation to a specified angle). For example, when this option is set to 30" and [INV], [H.ANG], or [ROTATE] is pressed, the instrument will stop rotation within 30" of the specified rotation angle.
& Search operation during Auto Pointing
When the target enters the field-of-view within the set limit (setting of "Auto AIM" and "Measure Acc.") for Auto Pointing completion, the instrument stops moving, calculates the offset between the target and telescope reticle by image processing, then compensates the angle measurement value obtained from the encoder. This compensation enables accurate sighting in a short time. Even though the target and telescope reticle may appear to be misaligned, actual angle value of center of the target is displayed. Compensated values are displayed in blue. If the instrument is rotated (manually or using the Jogs) more than 10", compensation will be canceled, the angle reverts to that obtained from the encoder, and the angle values are once again displayed in black. Powering OFF the instrument will cancel the compensation function.
2. Set the area in which to perform target sighting in the Search area tab. Angle values can only be specified in 1°steps. Input values not conforming to this format will be automatically rounded up.
Items set and options (*: Factory setting)
(1) Vertical : 0 to 90° (15*) (2) Horizontal : 0 to 180° (15*)
3. Set the Jog turning speed for vertical and horizontal rotation of the telescope. The "Shift" point signifies the Jog turning speed at which telescope rotation switches from the Lo speed setting to the Hi speed setting.The higher the "Shift" point setting, the faster the Jog turning speed needed to activate the Hi speed setting.
Items set and options (*: Factory setting)
(1) Lo : 1 to 4 (3*) (steps. 4 is fastest) (2) Hi : 1 to 7 (4*) (steps. 7 is fastest) (3) Shift : 1 to 6 (2*) (steps)
Press [INIT] to return JOG Setting tab settings only to their factory settings.
4. Press [OK].
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10.2 Auto-Pointing Function for Target Sighting

PROCEDURE
1. Use the sighting collimator to aim the objective
lens in the general direction of the target. The vertical and horizontal Jogs can be used for precise adjustments of the instrument and telescope
C JOG Setting tab: "10.1 Auto Pointing
Settings" step 3.
2. Press [SRCH] in any Observation mode screen.
The telescope and top half of the instrument rotate and target auto-search begins. When the target is found, the instrument sights the prism and stops.
CAllocating the [SRCH] softkey:
"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
10. TARGET SIGHTING
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10.3 Manually Sighting the Target

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• When sighting the target, strong light shining directly into the objective lens may cause the
instrument to malfunction. Protect the objective lens from direct light by attaching the lens hood. Observe to the same point of the reticle when the telescope face is changed.
PROCEDURE
1. Focus on the reticle Look through the telescope eyepiece at a bright and featureless background. Turn the eyepiece screw clockwise, then counterclockwise little by little until just before the reticle image becomes focussed. Using these procedures, frequent reticle refocussing is not necessary since your eye is focussed at infinity.
2. Sight the target Use the Sighting collimator to bring the target into the field of view. Turn the vertical and horizontal Jogs for fine sighting adjusting.
3. Focus on the target Turn the telescope focussing ring to focus on the target. Turn the vertical and horizontal fine motion screws to align the target with the reticle. The last adjustment of each fine motion screw should be in the clockwise direction.
4. Readjust the focus until there is no parallax Readjust the focus with the focussing ring until there is no parallax between the target image and the reticle.
& Eliminating parallax
This is the relative displacement of the target image with respect to the reticle when the observer’s head is moved slightly before the eyepiece. Parallax will introduce reading errors and must be removed before observations are taken. Parallax can be removed by refocussing the reticle.
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& Sighting manually
When sighting manually, set "Search Setting" to "None" in <Motor Configuration> Configuration tab, then use the Sighting collimator to bring the target into the field of view. When the target is in the field-of-view, use the Jogs to make fine adjustments and accurately sight the center of the prism. It is recommended that a slow Jog turning speed is used for greater stability when performing fine adjustments.
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11.ANGLE MEASUREMENT

This section explains the procedures for basic angle measurement in Observation mode.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"

11.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°)

Use the “0SET” function to measure the included angle between two points. The horizontal angle can be set to 0 at any direction.
PROCEDURE
1. Sight the first target as at right.
C"10. TARGET SIGHTING"
2. In the first page of Observation mode, press
[0SET]. [0SET] will flash, so press [0SET] again.
The horizontal angle at the first target becomes 0°.
3. Sight the second target.
The displayed horizontal angle (HA-R) is the included angle between two points.
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Current angle

11.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)

You can reset the horizontal angle to a required value and use this value to find the horizontal angle of a new target.
PROCEDURE
1. Sight the first target.
2. In the second page of Observation mode, press [H-SET]. <Set H angle> is displayed.
3. Enter the angle you wish to set, then press [OK]. The value that is input as the horizontal angle is displayed.
• The same setting can also be performed with
coordinate and azimuth input.
C "13.2 Azimuth Angle Setting"
4. Press [OK] to confirm the input value and display the new horizontal angle.
5. Sight the second target. The horizontal angle from the second target to the value set as the horizontal angle is displayed.
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• Pressing [HOLD] performs the same function as above.
•Press [HOLD] to set the displayed horizontal angle. Then, set the angle that is in hold status to the
direction you require.
CAllocating [HOLD]: "19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
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11.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a Specified Angle

The instrument automatically turns from the reference direction to the specified angle (target).
• instrument also turns to the target coordinates when reference angle is omitted.
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• Rotation may not be completed correctly when specifiying an angle near the zenith or nadir if "Tilt crn." or "Coll. crn" is set to "Yes" in "Obs.condition".
PROCEDURE
1. Sight the point you will use as the reference angle
and set it as the reference angle. Sight the reference point and press [0SET], or input the reference point angle.
C"11.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle
between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°)"/ "11.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)"
2. Press [MOTOR] in the first page of Observation
mode and enter the vertical and horizontal angles in the Motor tab.
• Desired angle can be calculated by inputting the coordinates of station point and target point. Press [COORD] in the second page and set station point. Press [OK] to calculate the angle.
3. After confirming the angle, press [ROTATE]. The instrument moves to the point (target) entered in step 2.
• The following operation can be select in the
second page.
[COORD] : set the angle by coordinates [INV]: : rotate the top of the instrument
and telescope 180°
[CNFG]: : set motor settings
C"10.1 Auto Pointing Settings"
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& Fixed velocity rotation
The instrument horizontal angle and telescope can be rotated using the controls in the Fixed velocity rotation tab. Speed settings are from 1 to 16. Allocate [Fix Vel] in Observation mode to use this function. Tap the touch panel in the desired rotation direction. Tap the red center circle/ in the status bar or to press {ESC} to stop rotation.

11.4 Angle measurement and Outputting the Data

The following explains angle measurement and the features used to output measurement results to a computer or other external devices.
C"9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES", Cables: "24. OPPTIONAL ACCESSORIES",
Output format and command operations: "Communication manual"
PROCEDURE
1. Connect instrument and external device.
2. Allocate the [HVOUT-T] or [HVOUT-S] softkey to
the OBS mode screen.
C"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
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• Pressing the softkey outputs data in the following format.
[HVOUT-T] : GTS format [HVOUT-S] : SET format
3. Sight the target point.
4. Press [HVOUT-T] or [HVOUT-S]. Output measurement data to peripheral equipment.
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12.DISTANCE MEASUREMENT

Perform the following settings as preparation for distance measurement in Observation mode.
• Distance measurement mode
• Target type
• Prism constant correction value
• (Target) Aperture
•ppm
• Search area
• Auto Pointing
C"10.1 Auto Pointing Settings", "19.3 EDM Settings"
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
C"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
C Caution
• When using the laser-pointer function, be sure to turn OFF the output laser after distance
measurement is completed. Even if distance measurement is canceled, the laser-pointer function is still operating and the laser beam continues to be emitted.
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• Make sure that the target setting on the instrument matches the type of target used. The instrument
automatically adjusts the intensity of the laser beam and switches the distance measurement display range to match the type of target used. If the target does not correspond to the target settings, accurate measurement results cannot be obtained.
• Accurate measurement results cannot be obtained if the objective lens is dirty. Dust it off with the
lens brush first, to remove minute particles. Then, after providing a little condensation by breathing on the lens, wipe it off with the wiping cloth.
• During reflectorless measurement, if an object obstructs the light beam used for measurement or an
object with a high reflective factor (metal or white surface) is positioned behind the target, accurate measurement results may not be received.
• Scintillation may affect the accuracy of distance measurement results. Should this occur, repeat measurement several times and use the averaged value of the obtained results.

12.1 Returned Signal Checking

Check to make sure that sufficient reflected light is returned by the target sighted by the telescope. Checking the returned signal is particularly useful when performing long distance measurements.
C Caution
• The laser beam is emitted during returned signal checking.
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• When the light intensity is sufficient even though the center of the reflective prism and the reticle are
slightly misaligned (short distance etc.), “ measurement is impossible. Therefore make sure that the target center is sighted correctly.
I” will be displayed in some cases, but in fact, accurate
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PROCEDURE
1. Accurately sight the target.
2. Press [S-LEV] in observation mode. <Aiming> is displayed.
CAllocating [S-LEV]: "19.6 Allocating Key
Functions"
When [S-LEV] is pressed, a gauge indicating light intensity is displayed.
• The more displayed, the greater the
quantity of reflected light.
• If “
I” is displayed, only enough light for the
measurement is returned.
• When “
[BEEP]/[OFF] : Sets a buzzer sound when
[MEAS] : Returns to Observation
I” is not displayed, accurately resight the
target.
measurement is possible. Press to switch on and off.
mode and starts angle and distance measurement regardless of "Search Setting" setting.
12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT
3. Press [OFF] to finish signal checking. Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right corner to return to the previous screen.
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• When is displayed persistently, but “I” is not, contact your local dealer.
• If no key operations are performed for two minutes, the display automatically returns to the previous
screen.
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12.2 Using the Guide Light in Distance Measurement

The color and flashing speed of the guide light indicates the status of the instrument and can be known when the user is located at a distance from the instrument.
CSwitching the guide light ON/OFF "5.1 Basic Key Operation"
• The pattern of the guide light can be changed.
C"19.2 Instrument Configuration"
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• Even if the guide light is set to ON, the guide light is OFF during distance measurement with the target type "N-Prism" or returned signal checking.
I Guide light status and meaning
Status of the instrument
Light status Meaning
Slow flashing (Red and green simultaneously)
Fast flashing (Red and green simultaneously)
Green and red alternate flashing
Waiting
Searching in progress
Measuring (continuous measurement)
Returned signal checking in progress
Distance measurement error (no signal, sighting error)
Search error (error screen only)
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12.3 Distance and Angle Measurement

An angle can be measured at the same time as distance.
• The search range can be set.
C"10.1 Auto Pointing Settings"
C Caution
• The laser beam is emitted during Auto Pointing.
PROCEDURE
1. Face the instrument in the direction of the target Use the sighting collimator to aim the instrument and telescope toward the target.
C"10. TARGET SIGHTING"
2. Start measurement. Press [MEAS] in the first page of Observation mode to start measurement.
12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT
The measured distance data (SD), vertical angle (ZA), and horizontal angle (HA-R) are displayed.
3. Press [STOP] to quit distance measurement.
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• If the single measurement mode is selected, measurement automatically stops after a single
measurement.
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• During fine average measurement, the distance data is displayed as SD1, SD2,... to SD9. When the designated number of measurements has been completed, the average value of the distance is displayed in the "SDA" line.
• If the tracking measurement is conducted with the target type "N-Prism", the measured data for a distance exceeding 250m is not displayed.
• The distance and angle that are most recently measured remain stored in the memory until the power is off and can be displayed at any time by pressing [CALL].
C Allocating [CALL]: "19.6 Allocating Key Functions"

12.4 Distance Measurement and Outputting the Data

The following explains distance measurement and the features used to output measurement data to a computer or external devices.
C"9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES", Communication cables: "24. OPPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES". Output format and command operations: "Communication manual"
PROCEDURE
1. Connect instrument and external device.
2. Sight the target point.
3. Press [HVDOUT-T] or [HVDOUT-S] to measure
the distance and output the data to the external device.
4. Press [STOP] to stop outputting data and return
to Obs Mode.
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Zenith Zenith

12.5 REM Measurement

An REM measurement is a function used to measure the height to a point where a target cannot be directly installed such as power lines, overhead cables and bridges, etc.
The height of the target is calculated using the following formula.
+ h
Ht = h
1
h2 = S sinz1 x cotz2 - S cos
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
C"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
2
z1
PROCEDURE
1. Set the target directly under or directly over the
object and measure the target height with a tape measure etc.
Press [HT] and enter the target height.
2. Select "REM" in <Menu>.
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3. Sight the target and press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement.
The measured distance data, vertical angle and horizontal angle are displayed.
4. Sight the object, then press [REM] to start REM measurement is started. The height from the ground to the object is displayed in "Ht.". Press [STOP] to stop the measurement.
12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT
• To re-observe the target, sight the target then
press [MEAS].
• To continue REM measurement, press [REM].
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• When measurement data already exists, select "REM" in <Menu> as in step 2 to proceed to step 4
and start REM measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement.
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13.COORDINATE MEASUREMENT

By performing coordinate measurements it is possible to find the 3-dimensional coordinates of the target based on station point coordinates, instrument height, target height, and azimuth angles of the backsight station which are entered in advance.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"

13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data

Before performing coordinate measurement, enter instrument station coordinates and instrument height.
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• "Occupy" on the software represents instrument station.
PROCEDURE
1. First measure the instrument height with a tape
measure, etc.
2. Select "Coord." in <Menu>.
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3. Select "Occupy setup" and enter instrument station coordinates,instrument height (HI) and target height (HR).
4. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Set H angle> is displayed again.

13.2 Azimuth Angle Setting

13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT
Based on the instrument station coordinates and backsight station coordinates which have already been set, the azimuth angle of the backsight station is calculated.
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PROCEDURE Entering coordinates
1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H
angle> is displayed.
• <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the screen in step 4 of "13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data".
2. Select the "Key in coord" tab and enter the backsight station coordinates.
[SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the
instrument in the direction of the backsight.
[Azimuth] /[H.ANG]/[None]/[0 SET] (in the
second page): Switches horizontal angle setting method.
C "&Horizontal angle settings"
13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT
• Sight the backsight station and press [MEAS].
Press [STOP] to display the distance calculated from coordinates, the measured distance, and the difference between the two. Press [YES] to set the azimuth angle and display <Coord. measurement>.
3. Press [OK] to set the azimuth angle. <Coord. measurement> is displayed.
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PROCEDURE Entering angle
1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H angle> is displayed.
• <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the
screen in step 4 of "13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data".
2. Select the "Key in angle" tab and enter the desired angle in "H.ang".
[SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the
instrument in the direction of the backsight.
3. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Coord. measurement> is displayed.
PROCEDURE Entering azimuth
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1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H angle> is displayed.
• <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the
screen in step 4 of "13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data".
2. Select the "Key in azimuth" tab and enter the desired angle in "Azimuth".
[SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the
instrument in the direction of the backsight.
[Azimuth] /[H.ANG]/[None]/[0 SET] (in the
second page): Switches horizontal angle setting method.
C "&Horizontal angle settings"
3. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Coord. measurement> is displayed.
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& Horizontal angle settings
Azimuth (set both horizontal and azimuth angles to the same value)/H.ang (input both horizontal and azimuth angles)/None (input azimuth angle only)/0 SET (horizontal angle set to 0°)

13.3 3-D Coordinate Measurement

The coordinate values of the target can be found by measuring the target based on the settings of the instrument station and backsight station.
The coordinate values of the target are calculated using the following formulae.
N1 Coordinate = N0 + S x sinZ x cosAz E1 Coordinate = E0 + S x sinZ x sinAz Z1 Coordinate = Z0 + S x cosZ + ih - th
N0: Station point N coordinate S: Slope distance ih: Instrument height E0: Station point E coordinate Z: Zenith angle th: Target height Z0: Station point Z coordinate Az: Direction angle
"Null" coordinates will not be included in calculations. "Null" is not the same as zero.
PROCEDURE
1. Sight the target at the target point.
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2. Select "Coord." in <Coordinate>.
Press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The coordinates of the target point are displayed. Select the "Graphic" tab to display coordinates on a graph.
3. Sight the next target and press [MEAS] to begin measurement. Continue until all targets have been measured.
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4. When coordinate measurement is completed, press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right corner to return to <Coordinate>.
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14.RESECTION MEASUREMENT

Resection is used to determine the coordinates of an instrument station by performing multiple measurements of points whose coordinate values are known. Registered coordinate data can be recalled and set as known point data. Residual of each point can be checked, if necessary.
Entry Output
Coordinates of known point
Observed horizontal angle
Observed vertical angle
Observed distance
: (Ni, Ei, Zi) Station point coordinates : (N0,E0, Z0)
:Hi
:Vi
:Di
• Between 2 and 10 known points can be measured by distance measurement, and between 3 and
10 known points by angle measurement.
• The more known points there are and the more points there are whose distance can be measured,
the higher the precision of the coordinate value calculation.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"19.6 Allocating Key Functions"
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14.1 Coordinate Resection Measurement

N, E, Z of an instrument station is determined by the measurement.
PROCEDURE
1. Select "Resection" in <Menu>.
2. Select "NEZ" to display <Resection/Known point>.
3. Input the known point. After setting the coordinates and target height for the first known point press [NEXT] to move to the second point.
•Press [PREV] to return to settings for the
previous point.
When all required known points have been set, press [OK].
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4. Sight the first known point and press [MEAS] to
begin measurement. The measurement results are displayed on the screen.
• When [ANGLE] has been selected, the distance cannot be displayed.
5. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of the first known point.
• You can also input target height here.
•Press [NO] to return to the screen in step 4 and
perform measurement again.
6. Repeat procedures 4 to 5 in the same way from subsequent points. When the minimum quantity of observation data required for the calculation is present, [CALC] is displayed.
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7. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start
2nd
calculations after observations of all known points are completed.
• Instrument station coordinates, station elevation,
and standard deviation, which describes the measurement accuracy, are displayed.
Standard deviation for the northing, easting and elevation coordinates of each point are displayed in the "Detail" tab.
8. If there are problems with the results of a point, align the cursor with that point and press [OMIT]. “OMIT” is displayed to the right of the point. Repeat for all results that include problems.
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9. Press [RE_CALC] to perform calculation again without the point designated in step 8. The result is displayed. If there are no problems with the result, go to step
10. If problems with the result occur again, perform the resection measurement from step 4.
• Press [RE OBS] to measure the point
designated in step 8. If no points are designated in step 8, all the points or only the final point can be observed again.
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•Press [ADD] in the second page when there is a known point that has not been observed or when a new known point is added.
10. Press [OK] in <Resection/result> to display <Resection/Set h angle>.
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11. Select an angle mode and press [YES] to set the azimuth angle of the first known point as the backsight point and return to <Resection/Menu>.
12. Press [NO] to return to <Resection/Menu> without setting the azimuth angle.
& Horizontal angle settings
H (set horizontal angle to measured value)/H=Az (set horizontal angle to the same value as azimuth angle)/Az (set azimuth angle only)
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• It is also possible to perform resection measurement by pressing [RESEC] in the third page of
Observation mode.
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14.2 Height Resection Measurement

Only Z (height) of an instrument station is determined by the measurement.
• Known points must be measured by distance measurement only.
• Between 1 and 10 known points can be measured.
PROCEDURE
1. Select "Resection" in <Menu>.
2. Select "Elevation" to display <Resection/Known point>.
3. Input the known point. After setting the elevation and target height for the first known point press [NEXT] to move to the second point.
• Press [PREV] to return to settings for the
previous point.
When all required known points have been set, press [OK].
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4. Sight the first known point and press [MEAS] to
begin measurement. The measurement results are displayed on the screen.
5. If measuring two or more known points, repeat
procedures 4 in the same way from the second point.
6. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start
calculations after observations of all known points are completed.
• Instrument station elevation and standard deviation, which describes the measurement accuracy, are displayed in the "Result" tab.
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Standard deviation values for each point are displayed in the "Detail" tab.
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7. If there are problems with the results of a point, align the cursor with that point and press [OMIT]. “OMIT” is displayed to the right of the point. Repeat for all results that include problems.
8. Press [RE CALC] to perform calculation again without the point designated in step 7 The result is displayed. If there are no problems with the result, go to step
9. If problems with the result occur again, perform the resection measurement from step 4.
• Press [RE_OBS] to measure the point
designated in step 7.
• Press [ADD] in the second page when there is a
known point that has not been observed or when a new known point is added.
If no points are designated in step 7, all the points or only the final point can be observed again.
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9. Press [OK] to finish resection measurement and return to <Resection/Menu>. Only Z (elevation) of the instrument station coordinate is set. N and E values are not overwritten.
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Calculated instrument station coordinates set as hypothetical coordinates
& Resection calculation process
The NE coordinates are found using angle and distance observation equations, and the instrument station coordinates are found using the method of least squares. The Z coordinate is found by treating the average value as the instrument station coordinates.
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: Unknown point : Known point
& Precaution when performing resection
In some cases it is impossible to calculate the coordinates of an unknown point (instrument station) if the unknown point and three or more known points are arranged on the edge of a single circle.
An arrangement such as that shown below is desirable.
It is sometimes impossible to perform a correct calculation in a case such as the one below.
When they are on the edge of a single circle, take one of the following measures.
(1) Move the instrument station as close as possible
to the center of the triangle.
(2) Observe one more known point which is not on the
circle.
(3) Perform a distance measurement on at least one
of the three points.
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• In some cases it is impossible to calculate the coordinates of the instrument station if the included angle between the known points is too small. It is difficult to imagine that the longer the distance between the instrument station and the known points, the narrower the included angle between the known points. Be careful because the points can easily be aligned on the edge of a single circle.
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15.SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT

Setting-out measurement is used to set out the required point. The difference between the previously input data to the instrument (the setting-out data) and the
measured value can be displayed by measuring the horizontal angle, distance or coordinates of the sighted point.
The horizontal angle difference distance difference, and coordinate difference are calculated and displayed using the following formulae.
Horizontal difference Displayed value (angle) = Horizontal angle of setting-out data - measured horizontal angle Displayed value (distance) = measured horizontal distance x tan (horizontal angle of setting out data
- measured horizontal angle)
Slope distance difference Displayed value (slope distance) * = measured slope distance - slope distance setting-out data * Horizontal distance or height difference can be input in the above formula.
Coordinate difference Displayed value (coordinates)* measured N setting-out coordinates - N coordinates of setting-out data * E or Z coordinates can be input in the above formula
Height difference (REM setting out measurement) Displayed value (height) = measured REM data - REM data of setting out data
• Setting out data can be input in various modes: slope distance, horizontal distance, height difference, coordinates and REM measurement.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in the Setting-out measurement menu to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
C "19.6 Allocating Key Functions"

15.1 Using the Guide Light in Setting-out Measurement

When the guide light is set to ON, the flashing speed of the light indicates the status of the instrument and can be known when the user is located at a distance from the instrument. Also, the flashing colors relative to the target indicate the direction of the instrument and allow the user to reposition the target.
CTurning the Guide light ON/OFF: "5.1 Basic Key Operation"
• The pattern of the guide light can be changed.
C"19.2 Instrument Configuration"
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I Guide light status and meaning
Status of instrument
Light status Meaning
Slow flashing (Red and green simultaneously)
Fast flashing (Red and green simultaneously)
Green and red alternate flashing
Indication for positioning target during setting-out measurement
Light status Meaning
Increased flashing speed (From position of poleman) Move target toward instrument
Decreased flashing speed (From position of poleman) Move target away from
Fast flashing Target is at correct distance
Red (From position of poleman) Move target left
Green (From position of poleman) Move target right
Red and Green Target is at correct horizontal position
Waiting
Searching in progress
Measuring (continuous measurement)
Returned signal checking in progress
Distance measurement error (no signal, sighting error)
Search error (error screen only)
instrument

15.2 Distance Setting-out Measurement

The point is to be found based on the horizontal angle from the reference direction and the distance from the instrument station.
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PROCEDURE
1. Select "Setting out" in <Menu> to display <Setting
out>.
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2. Select "Occupy setup" to display <Occupy
setup>. Enter data for the instrument station and press [OK] to move to Backsight setup.
C"13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data"
3. Set the azimuth angle for the backsight station.
Press [OK] to return to <Setting out>.
C "13.2 Azimuth Angle Setting"
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4. Select "SO data setting" In <Setting out> to display <SO data setting>. In the distance mode that conforms to your measurement requirements, enter the included angle between the reference point and the setting-out point in "SO.H.ang", and the distance (slope distance, horizontal distance or height difference) from the instrument station to the position to be set out in "SO.Sdist".
• Each time [Shvr] is pressed, the distance mode
changes from "SD" (slope distance), "HD" (horizontal distance), "VD" (height difference), and "Ht." (REM).
• Press [COORD] in the second page and input
coordinates in <Key in coord>. The angle and distance from these coordinates to the position to be set out will be calculated.
5. Enter values and press [OK] to display the screen at right. Press [H.TURN] to automatically rotate the instrument until the difference in horizontal angle to the setting out point reads 0°.
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•Press [CNFG] in the second page to set setting
Arrows indicate direction to move
out accuracy. When the position of the target is within this range both arrows will be displayed to indicate that the target position is correct.
6. Position the target on the line of sight and press
[MEAS] to begin distance measurement. The distance and direction to move the target until the setting out point is located is displayed on the instrument. The sighting point measurement results (currently installed position of the target) are displayed.
• Movement indicator (Red indicates that target position is correct)
Y : (Viewed from instrument) Move target to
the left
Z : (Viewed from instrument) Move target to
the right
YZ : Target position is correct G : (Viewed from instrument) Move target
closer
O : (Viewed from instrument) Move target
away
OG : (Viewed from instrument) Target position
is correct
Q : Move target upward
H : Move target downward QH : Target position is correct
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• Each time [Shvr] is pressed, the distance mode changes from "SD" (slope distance), "HD" (horizontal distance), "VD" (height difference), and "Ht." (REM).
•Press [CNFG] in the second page to set setting out accuracy. When the position of the target is within this range both arrows will be displayed to indicate that the target position is correct.
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7. Move the target until the distance to the setting­out point reads 0m. When the target is moved within the allowed range, all distance and position arrows are displayed.
8. Press {ESC} to return to <Setting out>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement.
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15.3 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement

After setting the coordinates for the point to be set out, the instrument calculates the setting-out horizontal angle and horizontal distance. By selecting the horizontal angle and then the horizontal distance setting-out functions, the required coordinate location can be set out.
• Previously recorded setting-out points can be placed in order. Up to 50 points can be recorded.
• To find the Z coordinate, attach the target to a pole etc. with the same target height.
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PROCEDURE
1. Select "Setting out" in <Menu> to display <Setting
out>.
2. Select "Occupy setup" to display <Occupy
setup>. If necessary, enter data for Backsight setup.
C"15.2 Distance Setting-out Measurement"
steps 2 to 3
3. Select "Key in coord" in <Setting out>. Record all
the setting-out points (includes setting-out points you will measure from now). Press [ADD] to record new data.
•Press [DEL] in the second page to delete the selected setting out point.
•Press [DELALL] in the second page to delete all setting out points.
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4. Select a setting-out point in the first screen of step 3 and press [OK] to display <Set out Coords>.
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5. Position the target on the line of sight and press
Height difference direction
Position of poleman
Press [H.TURN] to automatically rotate the instrument until the angle of the setting out point reads 0°. [MEAS] to begin distance measurement. The distance and direction to move the target until the setting out point is located is displayed on the instrument. The sighting point measurement results (currently installed position of the target) are displayed.
• Switch between the tabs to display different sets
of information.
The Graph 1 tab shows the current position of the mirror and the direction to the setting out point from this position. The Graph 2 tab shows the position of the setting out point (square) and the current location of the mirror (circle).
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Move the target to find the correct distance (0 is displayed) to the setting out point.
CMovement indicators: "15.2 Distance Setting-
out Measurement" step 6
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6. Press [OK] to return to <Key in coord>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement.
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15.4 REM Setting-out Measurement

To find a point where a target cannot be directly installed, perform REM setting-out measurement.
C"12.5 REM Measurement"
PROCEDURE
1. Install a target directly below or directly above the point to be found. Then use a measuring tape etc. to measure the target height (height from the survey point to the target).
2. Select "Occupy setup" in <Setting out> to display <Occupy setup>. If necessary, enter data for Backsight setup.
C"15.2 Distance Setting-out Measurement"
steps 2 to 3
3. Select "SO data setting" In <Setting out> to display <SO data setting>. Press [Shvr] until the distance input mode is "SO.Height.". Input height from the surveying point to the position to be set out in "SO.Height". If necessary, input the angle to the point to be set out.
4. Enter values and press [OK] in step 3 to display the screen at right. Press [H.TURN] to automatically rotate the instrument until the angle of the setting out point reads 0°.
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