Trimble S3 TOTAL STATION User Manual

Trimble® S3 Total Station

User Guide

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Part Number 57022010

Version 2. 0

January 2010

Corporate Office

N 324

Trimble Navigation Limited
645 North Mary Avenue
PO Box 3642
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
USA

www.trimble.com

Contact Information

Trimble Navigation Limited
Engineering and Construction Division

5475 Kellenburger Road
Dayton, Ohio 45424-1099
USA

800-538-7800 (toll free in USA)
[phone] Phone
[phone] Fax

www.trimble.com

Copyright and Trademarks

© 2009-2010, Trimble Navigation Limited. All rights
reserved.

Autolock, TSC2, Tracklight, Trimble and the Globe &
Triangle logo are trademarks of Trimble Navigation
Limited, registered in the United States Patent and
Trademark Office and other countries. Microsoft,
Windows and ActiveSync are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries. Magdrive is a
trademark.

All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.

This product is covered by the following patents:
CH 465584, CH 466800, CH 885399, DE 69005105,
DE 69005106, DE 69706653.3, EPO 465584,
EPO 466800, EPO 885399, J 2846950, J 3039801,
SE 0203830-5, SE 524329, SE 524655, SE 8901219-9,
SE 8901221-5, US 5229828, US 5313409, US 6115112,
US 7307710, DE 60319016.2, JP 4268135,
US 7382444, US 7441340, US 7589313 and D 526588.
Patents pending.

Release Notice

This is the January 2010 release version 2.0 of the
Trimble S3 Total Station user guide, part number

57022010. It applies to the Trimble S3 Total Station.

The following limited warranties give you specific legal
rights. You may have others, which vary from
state/jurisdiction to state/jurisdiction.

Product Warranty Information

For applicable product warranty information, please
refer to the Warranty Card included with this Trimble
product, or consult your Trimble dealer.

Registration

To receive information regarding updates and new
products, please contact your local dealer or visit
www.trimble.com/register. Upon registration you may
select the newsletter, upgrade or new product
information you desire.

Notices

Australia and New Zealand

This product conforms with the
regulatory requirements of the
Australian Communications
Authority (ACA) EMC framework, thus satisfying the
requirements for C-Tick Marking and sale within
Australia and New Zealand.

Canada

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits
for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set
out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le
règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le
Ministère des Communications du Canada.

This device has been designed to operate with an
antenna having a maximum gain of 2.0 dBi. Antennas
having a higher gain are strictly prohibited per
regulations of Industry Canada. The required antenna
impedance is 50 ohms. To reduce potential radio
interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain
should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically
radiated power (EIRP) is not more than that required for
successful communication. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.

The Radio Side Cover 2.4 GHz Part Number: 58123010
contains radio module with IC: 4492A-2410G

Europe

This product has been tested and found to
comply with the requirements for a Class B
device pursuant to European Council Directive
2004/108/EC on EMC, thereby satisfying the
requirements for CE Marking and sale within the
European Economic Area (EEA). These requirements
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a residential or commercial environment.

For product recycling instructions and more information,
please go to www.trimble.com/ev.shtml.

Recycling in Europe: To recycle Trimble
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment, products that run on electrical
power.), Call [phone], and ask for the
“WEEE Associate”. Or, mail a request for
recycling instructions to:
Trimble Europe BV
c/o Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Meerheide 45
5521 DZ Eersel, NL

Japan

The Radio Side Cover 2.4 GHz Part Number: 58123010
contains radio module with certificate number:
005NYCA0416.

USA

Class B Statement – Notice to Users. This equipment
has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communication. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and

the receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Changes and modifications not expressly approved by
the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void
your authority to operate this equipment under Federal
Communications Commission rules.The antenna used
for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons
and must not be co-located or operated in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.

The Radio Side Cover 2.4 GHz Part Number: 58123010
contains radio module with certificate number:

FCC ID: HSW- 2410G

CCAB09LP4320T5

Battery Recycling Requirements

The product contains a removable Lithium-ion
battery. Taiwanese regulations require that
waste batteries are recycled.

Tai wa n

The Radio Side Cover 2.4 GHz Part Number: 58123010
contains radio module with certificate number:

Important Information 2

Laser Safety

Before using the Trimble S3 Total Station, make sure that you understand this user guide, as
well as all equipment and job site safety requirements.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with IEC 60825-1:2007, 21 CFR

1040.10, and 1040.11 except for deviations persuant to Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24,

2007.

Warning – Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

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those specified herein may result in hazardous LED or laser radiation exposure. As with
any bright light source, such as the sun, electric welding arcs or arc lamps, common
sense applies. DO NOT look into the laser aperture when the laser is on. For further
information regarding safe use of lasers, refer to the IEC standard 60825-1:2007.

Queries

Address any questions you may have about laser safety to:

Trimble Navigation Limited

5475 Kellenburger Road

Dayton, OH USA 45424-1099

Attention: Laser Safety Officer, Quality Assurance Group

Phone [phone] ext 824 or [phone]

Fax [phone]

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Trimble S3 Servo Total Station

The Trimble S3 Servo Total Station is a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT:

The Trimble S3 Servo Total Station contains visible laser sources:

A laser diode for distance measuring in DR mode and laser pointer function operating at 660
nm (visible light), with a beam divergence of 0.4 x 0.4 mrad and an output power of <5 mW,
while the emission is coaxial with the telescope. This mode operates in LASER CLASS 3R.

The laser diode for distance measuring in prism mode operates at 660 nm (visible light), with
a beam divergence of 0.4 x 0.4 mrad and an output power of <0.017 mW, while the emission
is coaxial with the telescope. This mode operates in LASER CLASS 1.

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Trimble S3 Autolock/Robotic Total Station

The Trimble S3 Autolock®/Robotic Total Station is a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT:

The Trimble S3 Autolock/Robotic Total Station contains visible and invisible laser sources:

A laser diode for distance measuring in DR mode and laser pointer function operating at 660
nm (visible light), with a beam divergence of 0.4 x 0.4 mrad and an output power of <5 mW,
while the emission is coaxial with the telescope. This mode operates in LASER CLASS 3R.

The laser diode for distance measuring in prism mode operates at 660 nm (visible light), with
a beam divergence of 0.4 x 0.4 mrad and an output power of <0.017 mW, while the emission
is coaxial with the telescope. This mode operates in LASER CLASS 1.

An Autolock laser diode operates at 785 nm (infrared, non-visible light), with a beam
divergence of 38.5 mrad and an output power of < 0.35 mW, while the emission is coaxial
with the telescope. This mode operates in LASER CLASS 1.

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Battery Safety

Warning – Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. A damaged battery

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can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury and/or property
damage. To prevent injury or damage:
– Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged. Signs of damage

include, but are not limited to, discoloration, warping, and leaking battery fluid.
– Do not expose the battery to fire, high temperature, or direct sunlight.
– Do not immerse the battery in water.
– Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather.
– Do not drop or puncture the battery.
– Do not open the battery or short-circuit its contacts.

Warning – Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery if it appears to be

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leaking. Battery fluid is corrosive, and contact with it can result in personal injury and/or
property damage. To prevent injury or damage:
– If the battery leaks, avoid contact with the battery fluid.
– If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and

seek medical attention. Do not rub your eyes!
– If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing, immediately use clean water to wash off

the battery fluid.

Warning – Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery only in strict

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accordance with the instructions. Charging or using the battery in unauthorized
equipment can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury and/or
equipment damage. To prevent injury or damage:
– Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking.
– Charge the Lithium-ion battery only in a Trimble product that is specified to charge it.

Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the battery charger.
– Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning odor.
– Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it.
– Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the instructions in the

product documentation.

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Environmental Information 2.1

NOTICE FOR TRIMBLE'S EUROPEAN UNION CUSTOMERS

Trimble is pleased to announce a new recycling program for
our European Union customers. At Trimble, we recognize the
importance of minimizing the environmental impacts of our
products. We endeavor to meet your needs, not only when you
purchase and use our products, but also when you are ready to
dispose of them. That is why Trimble is actively pursuing, and
will continue to pursue, the expanded use of environmentally
friendly materials in all its products, and why we have
established a convenient and environmentally friendly
recycling program.

As Trimble makes additional recycling facilities available for
your use, we will post their locations and contact information
to our Recycling Instructions web page.

For product recycling instructions and more information,
please go to

www.trimble.com/environment/summary.html

Recycling in Europe:
To recycle Trimble WEEE,
Call [phone], and ask for the “WEEE Associate”

Or

Mail a request for recycling instructions to:

Trimble Europe BV
c/o Menlo Worldwide Logistics
Meerheide 45
5521 DZ Eersel, NL

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Declaration of Conformity

Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station

Trimble S3 Total Station User Guide xi

Trimble S3 Robotic Total Station

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Contents

Environmental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix

1 Introduction

Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Related Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Technical Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Your Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2 Inspection, Care and Maintenance

Inspecting the Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Trimble S3 Total Station Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Getting Rid of Moisture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Transporting the Trimble S3 Total Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3Getting Started

Laser and LED Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Trimble S3 Total Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Trimble S3 Total Station Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Trimble S3 Robotic Total Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station Control Panel . . . . . . . 17

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Battery Safety and Environment Information . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Charging the Lithium-Ion Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Inserting the Internal Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Trimble Multi Battery Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Connecting the Trimble Multi Battery Adapter . . . . . . . . . . 23

Turning Instrument On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Trimble S3 Robotic Total Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

4Setup

Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Setup Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Measurement Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

The Laser Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Checking the Laser Pointer Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting the Laser Pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Measuring the Instrument Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Connecting the TSC2 Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Connecting With Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Connecting in Robotic Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Connecting a USB Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Pre Measurement Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

5 Trimble S3 Total Station Technology

Angle Measuring Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Correction for Mislevelment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Correction for Collimation Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Correction for Trunnion Axis Tilt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Averaging Measurements to Reduce Sighting Errors . . . . . . . . 47

Distance Measuring Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

DR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Beam Divergence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Tracker Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

How to Check Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Internal Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Tracklight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Servo Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Position Servo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Focus Servo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Trimble S3 Robotic Total Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station. . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Internal Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

External Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Battery Low Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

External Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Communication (COM) Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

USB Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Removable Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

6 Options & Accessories

Trimble Standard Rod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Traverse Target . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Traverse Kit 1 Accessory Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Traverse Kit 2 Accessory Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Measuring the Target Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

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Attaching the Accessory Case to the Trimble S3 Total Station Case . . 76

Index

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CHAPTER

1

Introduction 1

In this chapter:

Q Welcome

Q Related Information

Q Technical Assistance

Q Yo u r Co mm e n t s

Q Registration

Trimble S3 Total Station User Guide 1

1 Introduction

Welcome 1.1

Welcome to the Trimble S3 Total Station user guide. This manual describes how to setup and
use the Trimble S3 Total Station. Even if you have used an optical total station before,
Trimble recommends that you spend some time reading this manual to learn about the special
features of this product.

In this user guide Trimble S3 Total Station refers to all three available models. When the
description needs to be distinguished between the models they will be referred to as
Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock/ Robotic Total Station.

Related Information 1.2

For more information about this product, please visit our web site at:

www.trimble.com

Technical Assistance 1.3

If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product
documentation, contact your local Distributor. Alternatively, do one of the following:

• Request technical support using the Trimble web site at

www.trimble.com/support/support.htm

• Send an e-mail to [e-mail]

You r C o m m ents 1.4

Your feedback about the supporting documentation helps us to improve it with each revision.

E-mail your comments to [e-mail].

Registration 1.5

To receive information regarding updates and new products please register on the Trimble
web site.

www.trimble.com/register

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CHAPTER

2

Inspection, Care and Maintenance 2

In this chapter:

Q Inspecting the Container

Q Trimble S3 Total Station Case

Q Care and Maintenance

Q Transporting the Trimble S3 Total Station

Q Servicing

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2 Inspection, Care and Maintenance

1

2

4

5

6

7

8

9

3

10

11

12

13

14

Inspecting the Container 2.1

Inspect the shipping container. If the container arrives in poor condition, examine the
equipment for visible damage. If damage is found, immediately notify the carrier and your
Trimble sales representative. Keep the container and the packing material for the carrier to
inspect.

Trimble S3 Total Station Case 2.2

When unpacking the Trimble S3 Total Station, check that all ordered items are received.
Below is an example of where all items can be placed in the Trimble S3 Total Station case.
See figure 2.1.

Figure 2.1 Position of items in the Trimble S3 Total Station case

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Inspection, Care and Maintenance 2

Item Description

1 Trimble S3 Total Station

2 Tribrach (Mounted on Trimble S3 Total Station)

3 Rain cover

4 Dual slot battery charger, power supply and power cable

5 Tool for handle

6 Tool kit for tribrach

7 Trimble S3 Total Station case keys (2x)

8 Trimble S3 Total Station user guide CD

9 Getting started guide, Warranty activation card, Extended

warranty activation card, Trimble S3 Total Station test
certificate

10 Laser adjustment plate

11 Reflective foils

12 Cable 2.5m USB to Hirose

13 Laser adjustment tool

14 Rain lens cover

Caution – If the Trimble S3 Total Station is equipped with the optional DIN adapter for

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DIN tribrach, then the DIN tribrach must be removed before the Trimble S3 Total Station
is placed in the Trimble S3 Total Station case. The DIN standard is mostly used in the
German market.

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2 Inspection, Care and Maintenance

Care and Maintenance 2.3

Warning – Do not remove the cover from the Trimble S3 Total Station. A Trimble S3

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Total Station is designed to withstand normal electromagnetic disturbance from the
environment but it contains circuits that are sensitive to static electricity. If an
unauthorized person opens the cover of the Trimble S3 Total Station, the function of the
Trimble S3 Total Station is not guaranteed and the warranty is invalidated.

The Trimble S3 Total Station is designed and tested to withstand field conditions, but like all
precision instruments, it requires care and maintenance. Take the following steps to get the
best results from the Trimble S3 Total Station:

• Do not subject the equipment to rough jolts or careless treatment.

• Keep the lenses and reflectors clean. Use only lens paper or other material that is

designed for cleaning optical equipment.

• Keep the Trimble S3 Total Station protected and in an upright position, preferably in the

Trimble S3 Total Station case.

• Do not carry the Trimble S3 Total Station while mounted on a tripod. Doing so can

damage the tribrach screws.

• Do not carry the Trimble S3 Total Station by the telescope barrel. Use the handle.

• Do not use the Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station control panel as a handle when

lifting the instrument,

Figure 2.2 Lifting the Trimble S3 Servo/Autolock Total Station.

• When you need extremely precise measurements, make sure that the Trimble S3 Total

Station has adapted to the surrounding temperature. Significant variations in temperature
can affect precision.

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Inspection, Care and Maintenance 2

Cleaning 23.1

Caution – Never use strong detergents such as benzine or thinners on the Trimble S3

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Total Station or the Trimble S3 Total Station case.

Be very careful when cleaning the Trimble S3 Total Station, especially when removing sand
or dust from lenses and reflectors. Never use coarse or dirty cloth or hard paper. Trimble
recommends that you use anti-static lens paper, a cotton wad, or a lens brush.

Getting Rid of Moisture 23.2

If the Trimble S3 Total Station has been used in damp weather, take the Trimble S3 Total
Station indoors and remove the Trimble S3 Total Station from the Trimble S3 Total Station
case. Leave the Trimble S3 Total Station to dry naturally. If condensation forms on the lenses,
allow the moisture to evaporate naturally. Leave the carrying case open until all moisture has
evaporated.

Transporting the Trimble S3 Total Station 2.4

Always transport the Trimble S3 Total Station in a locked Trimble S3 Total Station case. For
longer trips, transport the Trimble S3 Total Station in the Trimble S3 Total Station case and
inside the original shipping container.

Servicing 2.5

Note – There are no user-serviceable parts on the Trimble S3 Total Station.

Trimble recommends that you take the Trimble S3 Total Station to an authorized Trimble
service workshop for service and calibration once a year. This is to guarantee that the
specified accuracies are maintained.

When you send the Trimble S3 Total Station to a service center, clearly write the name of the
sender and the receiver on the Trimble S3 Total Station case. If repairs are required, enclose a
note in the Trimble S3 Total Station case. The note should clearly describe any fault or
symptoms, and indicate that servicing is required.

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2 Inspection, Care and Maintenance

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CHAPTER

3

Getting Started 3

In this chapter:

Q Laser and LED Information

Q Trimble S3 Total Station Description

Q Battery

Q Turning Instrument On/Off

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3 Getting Started

Distance
measurement
Autolock and
laser pointer
aperture

Tracklight aperture

Laser and LED Information 3.1

For more information, See Laser Safety on page v.

Trimble S3 Total Station 31.1

The Trimble S3 Total Station, figure 3.3, has been tested, and complies with the regulations
for a Class 3R Laser product.

Figure 3.3 The Trimble S3 Total Station

The laser warning label on top of the distance measuring unit. See figure 3.4

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Getting Started 3

Laser
warning label

Figure 3.4 Location of laser warning label on a Trimble S3 Total Station

Figure 3.5 Laser warning label

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3 Getting Started

Laser aperture
warning label

Figure 3.6 Location of laser aperture warning label on a Trimble S3 Total Station

Figure 3.7 Laser aperture warning label

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Getting Started 3

Instr. height mark

Focusing
servo knob

Vertical motion
servo knob

Horizontal motion
servo knob

Communication (COM)

Bottom instrument

Coarse sight

Coarse sight

height mark

Removable

Power (+12V)

handle

Eye-piece

On/Off and trigger key

connector

connector

Trimble S3 Total Station Description 3.2

This section describes the Trimble S3 Total Station controls. Trimble recommends that you
take some time to familiarize yourself with the names and the locations of the controls. For
Trimble S3 Robotic Total Station see figure 3.8 and figure 3.9, for Trimble S3
Servo/Autolock Total Station see figure 3.10 and figure 3.11.

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Figure 3.8 Operator’s view of the Trimble S3 Robotic Total Station

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