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GPT-8000A SERIES GPT-8000 SERIES

1. 9 15 10 SETTING THE PRISM NON PRISM CONSTANT VALUE 10 1 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION 11 1 11 1 Calculation of Atmospheric Correction 11 1 11 2 Setting of Atmospheric Correction Value 11 1 FOREWORD 9 12 CORRECTION FOR REFRACTION AND EARTH CURVATURE 12 1 12 1 Distance Calculation Formula 12 1 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING 13 1 13 1 Rechargeable Battery BT 56Q 13 1 14 DETACH ATTACH OF TRIBRACH 14 1 15 BATTERY SYSTEM 15 1 16 PRISM SYSTEM 16 1 17 PRECAUTIONS 17 1 18 ERROR DISPLAYS 18 1 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES
2. 7 1 7 2 Data File In 7 2 7 3 Data File Out 7 2 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 1 8 1 Parameter Setting Options 8 1 8 1 1 Parameters for Measurement and Display 8 1 8 1 2 Parameters for communication 8 2 8 2 Setting Parameters 8 4 8 2 1 Parameters for Measurement and Display 8 4 8 2 2 Parameters for Communication 8 5 8 2 3 Password Option 8 6 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 1 9 1 Checking and Adjusting of Instrument Constant 9 1 9 1 1 Checking of the accuracy of the non prism mode
3. 19 1 20 SPECIFICATIONS 20 1 APPENDIX APPENDIX 1 Dual Axis Compensation APPENDIX 1 Precaution when Charging or Storing Batteries APPENDIX 3 Standard Set Composition 1 GPT 8000A 8000 series with lens cap 1 each 2 Battery BT 56Q 1 each 3 Battery charger BC 27BR or BC 27CR 1 each 4 Tool kit with case rod pins screwdriver cleaning brush 1 set 5 Plastic carrying case 1 each 6 Silicon cloth 1 each 7 Plastic rain cover 1 each 8 Instruction manual
4. 9 1 9 2 Checking the Optical Axis 9 2 9 3 Checking Adjusting the Theodolite Functions 9 4 9 3 1 Checking Adjusting the Plate Level 9 5 9 3 2 Checking Adjusting the Circular Level 9 5 9 3 3 Adjustment of the Vertical Cross hair 9 6 9 3 4 Collimation of the Instrument 9 7 9 3 5 Checking Adjusting the Optical Plummet Telescope 9 8 9 3 6 Checking Adjusting the Laser Plummet For Laser Plummet type 9 9 9 4 Adjustment of Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument 9 10 9 5 Showing Constant List and Switch ON OFF Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument 9 12 9 6 How to adjust the date and time 9 13 9 7 How to Set the Instrument Constant Value 9 14 9 8 Inspection and Adjustment of Optic Axis for Auto Tracking GPT 8000A Series
5. 7 Standard Set Composition 9 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 1 1 1 Nomenclature 1 1 1 2 Display 1 3 1 3 Operating Key 1 4 1 4 Function Key Soft Key 1 5 1 5 Star key mode 1 7 1 6 Auto Power Off 1 12 1 7 Data Output 1 12 1 8 Rotating Method 1 12 1 8 1 Rotating by H V Shuttle and H V Jog 1 12 1 8 2 Auto Inversion
6. 5 21 5 7 External Link GPT 8000A series 5 23 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A 5 23 5 7 2 Setting for the communication 5 23 5 7 3 Carrying out Communication 5 27 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES 6 1 6 1 View Internal Memory and Card Memory Status 6 1 6 2 Protect a File 6 2 6 3 Rename a File 6 2 6 4 Deleting a File 6 3 6 5 Copy a File 6 3 6 6 Initializing Memory 6 4 7 COMMUNICATION MODES 7 1 7 1 Setting of PROTOCOL
7. 4 13 4 3 3 Execution of Coordinate Measuring 4 14 4 4 DATA OUTPUT 4 16 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 1 5 1 Setting a Direction Angle for Backsight Orientation 5 2 5 2 Retaining a Coordinate STORE NEZ 5 3 5 3 Remote Elevation measurement REM 5 5 5 4 Missing Line Measurement MLM 5 8 5 5 Line Measurement LINE 5 11 5 6 Offset measurement OFFSET 5 14 5 6 1 Angle Offset 5 15 5 6 2 Distance Offset Measurement 5 17 5 6 3 Plane Offset Measurement 5 19 5 6 4 Column Offset Measurement
8. Attaching Precaution Label Attach 4 precaution labels to the instrument in specified places to avoid the unexpected accident such as pinching fingers between telescope and body of instrument or telescope and hand grip during automatic rotation This mark will appear while the instrument is rotating automatically V 87 55 45 5 HR 180 44 12 5 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 Do not place fingers near telescope during rotation Caution label CAUTION Attach upper side of telescope and near the plate level Caution label Caution label Attach upper side of telescope and near the plate level 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 14 1 9 Using together with RC 2II Remote Control System GPT 8000A series Using together with RC 2II Remote Control System makes it possible to optical communicate between the instrument and remote controller RC 2II the prism side This gives easy operation by one man surveying in applying programs Also connecting data collector to remote controller you can manage communication reciprocally between the instrument and direct to data collector Turn round function You can turn the GPT 8000A series round to the remote controller RC 2II side easily by Turn round key of the remote controller RC 2II This function helps to increase one man surveying efficiency See to Section 5 7 External Link GPT 8000A series and Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE for further information
9. 1 12 1 8 3 Rotating automatically to a required Horizontal and Vertical angle 1 13 1 9 Using together with RC 2II Remote Control System GPT 8000A series 1 14 1 10 Using connecting with Personal Computer PC 1 15 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 1 2 1 Power Connection 2 1 2 2 Setting Instrument Up For Measurement 2 2 2 3 Power Switch Key ON 2 3 2 4 Battery Level Indicator 2 4 2 5 Main Menu Icons 2 5 2 6 Vertical and Horizontal Angle Tilt Correction 2 6 2 7 Compensation of Systematic Error of Instrument 2 7 2 8 Resume Mode ON OFF 2 8 2 9 How to Enter Numerals and Alp
10. Rename Old name TOPCON DAT New name HIL Num SPC Rename Old name TOPCON DAT New name HIL 104 Alpha SPC 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 9 Memory card Card cover lever Card guide Card guide 2 10 Memory Card How to insert a memory card 1 Pull the card cover lever to open the card cover 2 Insert a memory card until the card guide is up 3 Close the card cover How to extract a memory card 1 Pull the card cover lever to open the card cover 2 Pull down the card guide 3 Extract the memory card 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 10 2 11 Inclination of Prism and Measuring Error GPT 8000A series For the best results aim or point prisms in the direction of the GPT 8000A series so that maximum signal can be returned to the instrument Sighting prism obliquely because of inclined settings may result in measuring errors These errors will be proportional to the misalignment as showing in fol lowing graphs The more misalignment of the prism the more error in measurement Measured data can be different according to the prism constant value This can occur when a prism is moving Pin pole prism set L1 for one person surveying and pin pole prism holder L1 for fixed point observa tion are designed to minimize measuring error in such case Make the best use of them In case you are forced to use the normal prism in inclined state because there is no other way
11. gt Set OK EXIT YES NO Complete 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 3 5 2 Retaining a Coordinate STORE NEZ Suppose the instrument P0 moves to P1 P2 P3 etc and the coordinate at P1 P2 P3 etc last point will be retained in the memory after moving as from the origin point Set the coordinate value of instrument point P0 and set the direction angle from instrument point P0 toward known point A Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F2 STORE key F2 2 Press F1 Store NEZ key 1 F1 3 Collimate target P1 prism which the instrument moves Collimate P1 4 Press F1 MEAS key Measuring will start F1 Horizontal distance and horizontal angle are shown Origin 0 0 0 P3 P2 P1 N Direction angle Known point A E Inst point P0 Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Retaining Coordinate 1 Store NEZ 2 Recall NEZ Store NEZ HR 120 30 40 HD m MEAS HT SET Store NEZ HR 100 10 20 HD lt m MEAS SET Store NEZ HR 100 10 20 HD 123 456 m MEAS SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 4 5 Press F6 SET key Coordinate of P1 will be displayed F6 6 Press F5 YES key Coordinate of P1 will be decided F5 The display return to main menu Turn power off and move instrument to P1 Prism P1 move to P0 Power off Move to P1 7 After the instrument is set up at P1 turn power on and be measurement possib
12. ANGLE OFFSET HR 87 55 45 HD 20 000 m VD 5 000 lt REC gt m Outputting the Measurement Data The results of offset measurement can be output to external device In offset measurement mode the F4 soft key which assigned REC will appear in measured r esult display Distance measurement mode of the offset measurement Offset measurement will be done by N time fine measurement mode 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 15 5 6 1 Angle Offset This mode is useful when it is difficult to set up the prism directly for example at the center of a tree Place the prism at the same horizontal distance from the instrument as that of point A0 to measure To measure the coordinates of the center position operate the offset measurement after setting the instrument height prism height Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 MORE key from programs menu to get to the next page of programs F6 2 Press F2 OFFSET key F2 3 Press F1 ANGLE OFFSET key F1 Prism P Prism height Instrument height Occ Point When measuring coordinates of ground point A1 Set the instrument height prism height When measuring coordinates of point A0 Set the instrument height only Set the prism height to 0 When sighting to A0 you can select one of two ways HOLD is to fix vertical angle to the prism position even updown the telescope position and FREE is to gear vertical angle to the updown of telescope
13. If the file is protected the file can not be erased Erase the file after canceling the protection JIS DAT 1597 12 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Pro Ren Del Copy Delete TOPCON DAT YES NO 6 5 Copy a File A file can be copied from internal memory to the card memory and vice verse The copy mode only copies files to the root directory Files can not be copied into other directories Example Copying a file in internal memory to card memory Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F1 key to choose Internal memory 2 Select a file using F5 key or F6 key F1 Select a file 3 Press F4 Copy key F4 4 Confirm the file name and press F5 YES key F5 MEMORY manage F1 Internal memory F2 Card memory JIS DAT 1597 12 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Pro Ren Del Copy File Copy HILL DAT YES NO 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES 6 4 6 6 Initializing Memory The initialize memory option will erase ALL FILES in either the internal memory or card memory and files cannot be retrieved Example Initializing card memory Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F2 key to select card memory F2 2 Press F1 Init key F1 3 Confirm the display and press F5 YES key Initializing will be executed F5 4 Input card name and press ENT key Card memory exp
14. key or F6 key 3 Press F1 Pro key Select a file F1 4 Press F5 ON key 1 The file is protected and display will return to file name F5 1 When you cancel the protection repeat the procedure above mentioned and select F6 OFF key JIS DAT 1597 12 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Pro Ren Del Copy Protect TOPCON DAT ON OFF Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Proceed Chapter 6 1 2 Select a file using F5 key or F6 key Select a file 3 Press F2 Ren key F2 4 Enter a new file name within 8 characters Press ENT key 1 Enter name ENT 1 Refer to Chapter 2 9 How to Enter Numerals and Alphabet Letters JIS DAT 1597 12 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Pro Ren Del Copy Rename Old name TOPCON DAT New name Alpha SPC 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES 6 3 6 4 Deleting a File The delete mode erases a file from internal memory or the card memory If a file is protected the file can not be erased File protection must be removed before you can delete a file Only one file can be erased at a time Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Proceed Chapter 6 1 2 Select a file using F5 key or F6 key Select a file 3 Press F3 Del key F3 4 Confirm the file name and press F5 YES key F5
15. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 09 0 44 0 88 2 89 5 10 0 0 17 0 87 1 76 5 77 10 15 0 0 26 1 31 2 64 8 66 15 30 0 0 52 2 62 5 29 17 32 30 1 0 1 05 5 25 10 58 34 64 1 h V APPENDIX APPENDIX 2 It is clear from the table that dual axis compensation has the most benefit when the elevation of the target is greater then 30 and the axis is tilted more than 10 The entries indicated in bold in the table show in fact that for many common surveying applications i e target elevation lt 30 and axis error lt 10 virtually no correction would be required Dual axis compensation is especially suited then for applications where the sights are very steep Even though the compensators can correct horizontal angles for vertical axis errors it is still impor tant to use care in setting up the instrument Centering error for instance cannot be corrected by the compensators If the vertical axis is tilted by 1 with the instrument 1 4meters above the ground a centering error of approx 0 4mm will result The maximum effect of this error at 10m is about 8 of horizontal angle error In order to maintain the increased accuracy possible through dual axis compensation it is necessary to keep the compensators in proper adjustment The compensators must agree with the actual level condition of the instrument Through various environmental stresses the agreement between the
16. 1 Press F5 key from the main menu F5 2 Press F3 key Current date will be on the display F3 3 Press F5 YES key The cursor will blink on the first digit to type in a numeric value F5 4 Input new date and press ENT key Example 07 29 02 0 7 2 9 0 2 ENT 5 Press F5 YES key F5 6 Input new time and press ENT key Example 13 20 50 The display returns to main menu 1 3 2 0 5 0 ENT The F6 BS key is for moving the cursor to the left one digit at a time for editing If you do not want to change the date press the F1 EXIT key or ESC key to get to the time display Enables you to change the order of date see Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE Adjustment F1 V0 Axis Measurement F2 V0 Axis Constant list F3 Date Time F4 Instrument constant Current date is 01 25 02 Enter new date mm dd yy Modify YES NO Current date is 01 25 02 Enter new date mm dd yy EXIT BS Current time is 14 55 28 Enter new time hh mm ss Modify YES NO Current time is 14 55 28 Enter new time hh mm ss EXIT BS 9 6 How to adjust the date and time 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 14 9 7 How to Set the Instrument Constant Value To set the Instrument constant which is obtained in section 9 1 Checking and Adjusting of Instrument Constant follow as below Note Each of the Prism mode and Non prism mode has instrument constant You must obtain t
17. 7 To show the coordinates press the F3 NEZ key 3 F3 1 To skip the input press the F1 OK key 2 To set the prism height or instrument height press the F5 HT key 3 To repeat the offset measurement press the F1 NEXT key The display will return to step 5 DIST OFFSET dFR 0 000 m dRL 0 000 m EXIT BS DIST OFFSET HD m MEAS HT DIST OFFSET HR 30 0 0 00 HD 20 000 m VD 0 000 m NEXT SD NEZ REC DIST OFFSET V 90 00 00 HR 30 0 0 00 SD 20 000 m NEXT HD NEZ REC DIST OFFSET N 17 321 m E 10 000 m Z 0 000 m NEXT SD HD RE C 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 19 5 6 3 Plane Offset Measurement Measuring will be taken for the place where direct measuring can not be done for example distance or coordinate measuring for a edge of a plane Three random target points P1 P2 P3 on a plane will be measured at first in the plane offset meas urement to determine the measured plane Collimate the measuring target point P0 then the instru ment calculates and displays coordinate and distance value of cross point between collimation axis and of the plane Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 MORE key from programs menu to get to the next page of programs F6 2 Press F2 OFFSET key F2 3 Press F3 PLANE OFFSET key Measurement screen of three points on a plane will be shown F3 P P P2 3 P Target heights of P1 to P3 is set to zero automa
18. es PROGRAM MODE APPLICATION MEASUREMENT 1 Setting a Horizontal Angle 2 Retaining a Coordinate STORE NEZ 3 Remote Elevation Measurement REM 4 Missing Line Measurement MLM 5 Line Measurement LINE 6 Offset Measurements OFF SET 7 External Link only for GPT 8000A series 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 2 5 1 Setting a Direction Angle for Backsight Orientation Entering the instrument and backsight coordinate values From the coordinate value of backsight point bearing point and instrument point the direction angle from the instrument point to the backsight point can be set Example Backsight point A N coordinate 54 321m E coordinate 12 345m Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F1 BS key Current data will be displayed 1 F1 2 Press F6 OK key 3 Input N and E coordinate of backsight point A Example N coordinate 54 321m E coordinate 12 345m F6 N data ENT E data ENT 4 Sight backsight point A 5 Press F5 YES key The display returns to main menu F5 1 If you need to change the occupied point data press F1 INP key and input new data N Direction angle Backsight point A E Instrument point C Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Setting Direction Angle BS M POINT N 1234 567 m E 2345 678 m INP OK Setting Direction Angle BS T POINT N 54 321 m E 12 345 m EXIT BS Setting Direction Angle BS HR 320 10 20
19. 1 each Make sure that all of the above items are with the instrument when purchased Remarks 1 Battery charger BC 27CR is for AC 230V use and BC 27BR is for AC 120V use 2 Plumb bob set and plumb bob hook are supplied for certain markets Remarks 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 1 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 1 Nomenclature Power supply connector Base fixing screw Optical plummet telescope Handle Objective lens Laser aperture for auto tracking GPT 8000A series Base Model 5 Instrument center mark Leveling screw Serial Signal Connector 1 6pin Sighting collimator Handle fixing knob Display window Operation keys Battery BT 56Q Card cover lever Instrument height mark Tracking indicator GPT 8000A series Point guide GPT 8000 series Laser aperture for optical communication GPT 8000A series The caution labels are pasted up GPT 8000A series and Laser plummet model which describe the warning of laser beam Refer to Laser Safety and Laser plummet model about label positions and their shapes 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 2 Telescope focusing knob Plate level Telescope grip Telescope eyepiece Instrument center mark Battery fixing knob Vertical shuttle Vertical jog Horizontal shuttle Horizontal jog Adjusting screws for circular level Instrument height mark Centronics connector Tribrach fixing lever Circular leve
20. Collimate K 1 To return to procedure 3 press F2 HD key To r eturn to procedure 6 press F3 V key 2 To return to main menu press F1 EXIT AND F5 YES key REM 2 Vertical Angle V 120 30 40 SET REM 2 Vertical Angle V 95 30 40 SET REM VD 0 000 m EXIT HD V REM VD 9 876 m EXIT HD V 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 8 5 4 Missing Line Measurement MLM Measurement for horizontal distance dHD slope distance dSD and elevation dVD between two target prisms MLM mode has two mods 1 A B A C Measurement is A B A C A D 2 A B B C Measurement is A B B C C D Example 1 A B A C Procedure of 2 A B B C mode is completely same as MLM 1 mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F4 MLM key F4 2 Press F1 A B A C key F1 Prism A Prism B Prism C Instrument Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Missing Line Measurement 1 A B A C 2 A B B C MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 1 HD m MEAS SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 9 3 Collimate prism A and press F1 MEAS key Horizontal distance HD between the instrument and prism A will be shown Collimate A F1 4 Press F6 SET key F6 5 Collimate prism B and press F1 MEAS key Horizontal distance HD between the instrument and prism B will be shown Collimate B F1 6 Press F6 SET key The horizontal d
21. 2 Horizontal Distance HD m MEAS SET REM 2 Horizontal Distance HD lt m MEAS SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 6 2 Without prism height input Horizontal distance HD between the instrument and prism will be shown 6 Press F6 SET key The prism position will be decided 1 F6 7 Collimate target K Vertical distance VD will be shown 2 Collimate K 1 To return to procedure 3 press F2 P h key To return to procedure 4 press F3 HD key 2 To return to main menu press F1 EXIT key Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F3 REM key F3 2 Press F2 NO key F2 3 Collimate prism 4 Press F1 MEAS key Measuring starts Collimate P F1 Horizontal distance HD between the instrument and prism will be shown REM 2 Horizontal Distance HD 123 456 m MEAS SET REM VD 0 234 m EXIT P h HD SET REM VD 1 456 m EXIT P h HD Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE REM Prism height 1 YES 2 NO REM 1 Horizontal Distance HD m MEAS REM 1 Horizontal Distance HD lt m MEAS SET REM 1 Horizontal Distance HD 123 456 m MEAS SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 7 5 Press F6 SET key The prism position will be decided F6 6 Collimate ground point G Collimate G 7 Press F6 SET key The position of point G will be decided 1 F6 8 Collimate target K Vertical distance VD will be shown 2
22. 30 40 SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 22 5 Collimate the left side of the column P2 and press the F6 SET key After the measurement angle measuring display of the right side P3 will be shown Collimate P2 F6 6 Collimate the right side of the column P3 and press the F6 SET key After the measurement the distance between the instrument and center of the column P0 will be calculated and displayed Collimate P3 F6 7 To show the slope distance of point P0 press the F2 SD key F2 8 To show the coordinates press the F3 NEZ key 1 F3 1 To repeat the offset measurement press the F1 NEXT key The display will return to step 4 COLUMN OFFSET Right HR 95 3 0 40 SET COLUMN OFFSET HR 90 30 40 HD 10 321 m VD 0 886 m NEXT SD NEZ REC COLUMN OFFSET V 85 30 30 HR 90 3 0 40 SD 10 999 m NEXT HD NEZ REC COLUMN OFFSET N 17 321 m E 10 962 m Z 0 886 m NEXT SD HD REC 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 23 5 7 External Link GPT 8000A series You can use compatible communication command of AP L1A for GPT 8000A series In this process carry out setting for remote control system RC 2II using together 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press the F6 MORE key to get the next page F6 2 Press the F3 EXT LINK key The compatible program EXTERNAL LINK will start F3 Programs F1 BS p
23. 4 1 4 1 2 Switching Horizontal Angle Right Left 4 2 4 1 3 Measuring from the Required Horizontal Angle 4 2 4 1 4 Vertical Angle Percent Grade Mode 4 3 4 1 5 Automatic Rotation to a Required Horizontal and Vertical Absolute Angle 4 4 4 2 Distance Measurement 4 5 4 2 1 Setting of the Atmospheric Correction 4 5 4 2 2 Setting of the Correction for Prism Constant Non prism Constant 4 5 4 2 3 Distance Measurement Continuous Measurement 4 6 4 2 4 Distance Measurement Single N times Measurement 4 7 4 2 5 Fine Coarse Measuring Mode 4 9 4 2 6 Stake Out S O 4 10 4 3 COORDINATE MEASUREMENT 4 11 FOREWORD 8 4 3 1 Setting Coordinate Values of Occupied Point 4 11 4 3 2 Setting of the Instrument Height Prism Height
24. 50mm EDM 50mm Magnification 30X Image Erect Field of view 1 30 Resolving power 3 Minimum focus 1 3m Focusing knob GPT 8001A 8002A 8001 8002 2 speed way GPT 8003A 8003 8005A 8005 1 speed way Automatic Tracking Collimating GPT 8000A series Maximum Automatic Tracking speed 12 sec Automatic Collimating area 5 Automatic Tracking range 1 Automatic Collimation Tracking accuracy 3 Standard deviation 2 Search pattern Pattern 1 Pattern 2 Search range Any value can be set able to set 1 step Safety standard for Laser Beam Class 2 IEC Publication 825 Class ll FDA BRH 21 CFR 1040 1 Condition Normal Visibility about 20km except high humidity time 2 The air condition is stable and prism is staying Manual Driving Maximum rotating speed 50 sec Coarse movement Shuttle driving in 7 steps Fine movement Jog driving minimum step about 1 second By reverse rotating instruction Prism type 2 with 1 prism 8 to 800 m 26 to 2 625ft Prism Unit Type A2 A3 A3S 10 to 500 m 33 to 1 640ft Reflector tape 10 to 50 m 33 to 164 ft 20 SPECIFICATIONS 20 2 Measurement accuracy Non prism mode Diffusing Surface 3 to 25m 9 8 to 82ft 10mm m s e 25m or more 82ft or more 5mm 2ppm D m s e D Measuring distance mm Prism mode Fine measurement mode 3mm 2ppm D m s e Course measurement mode 10mm 2ppm D m s e D Measuring d
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26. BT 3L 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 2 2 2 Setting Instrument Up For Measurement Mount the instrument to the tripod Level and center the instrument precisely to insure the best per formance Use tripods with a tripod screw of 5 8 in diameter and 11 threads per inch such as the Type E TOPCON wide frame wooden tripod 1 Setting up the Tripod First extend the extension legs to suitable lengths and tighten the screws on their midsections 2 Attaching the Instrument on the Tripod Head Place the instrument carefully on the tripod head and slide the instrument by loosening the tripod screw If the plumb bob is positioned right over the center of the point slightly tighten the tripod screw 3 Roughly Leveling the Instrument by Using the Circular Level 1 Turn the leveling screws A and B to move the bubble in the circular level The bubble is now located on a line perpendicular to a line running through the centers of the two leveling screws being adjusted 2 Turn the leveling screw C to bring the bubble to the center of the circular level 4 Centering by Using the Plate Level 1 Rotate the instrument horizontally by using the Horizontal motion clamp screw and place the plate level parallel with the line connecting leveling screws A and B and then bring the bubble to the center of the plate level by turning leveling screws A and B 2 Rotate the instrument 90 100g around its vertical axis and turn the remaining leveling
27. Function Angle measuring SD F1 Slope distance measuring mode HD F2 Horizontal distance measuring mode NEZ F3 Coordinate distance measuring mode 0SET F4 Set horizontal angle to 0 00 00 HOLD F5 Horizontal angle hold TURN F1 Turns the instrument to required angle automatically HSET F2 Preset a horizontal angle R L F3 Changes horizontal angle right or left V F4 Changes the display to vertical angle or percent of grade TILT F5 Sets the tilt function ON OFF If ON the display shows tilt correction value Horizontal distance measuring Coordinate measuring Angle measuring Slope distance measuring TURN HT MEAN P2 REC SO MEAN P2 TURN SO MEAN m ft P2 TURN HSET R L V TILT P2 Soft keys V 87 55 45 5 HR 180 44 12 5 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 V 87 55 45 5 HR 180 44 12 5 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 90 10 20 5 HR 120 30 40 5 PSM 0 0 HD PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 V 90 10 20 5 HR 120 30 40 5 PSM 0 0 SD PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH HD NEZ P1 N 12345 6789 E 12345 6789 PSM 0 0 Z 10 1234 PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD HD P1 1 4 Function Key Soft Key The Soft Key Functions are labeled on teh bottom of display Soft Key functions are different for each measurement 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 6 Page Display Soft key Function Slope distance
28. Set the transmit path to RC Set the transmit channel same as RC 2II side To execute transmission set the remote in Programs mode to Remote 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 15 1 10 Using connecting with Personal Computer PC Commands for tracking mode correspond only to GPT 8000A series The auto tracking function or auto collimating function makes easy remote control of the instrument from PC The followings are the main communication commands and explanations How to communi cate or more informations of communication command you can see the interface manual which pro vided optionally Commands for tracking mode correspond only to GPT 8000A series The auto track ing function or auto collimating function makes easy remote control of the instrument from PC The fol lowings are the main communication commands and explanations How to communicate or more informations of communication command you can see the interface manual which provided optionally Commands Action of GPT 8000A series Transmit command Transmit command for measured data Each measured data will be out put according to the command type Transmit command for tracking mode The status of Automatic Tracking mode will be out put Transmit command for battery level The battery level will be out put Transmit command for coordinate of instrument point Setting coordinate of instrument point will be out put Transmit command for tracking paramete
29. Time 2 Electric circular graphic display F1 3 The light acceptance quantity level signal level is displayed F2 4 Set the Temperature Pressure Atmospheric Correction Value PPM and Prism Constant Value PSM F3 5 Auto inversion F4 6 Non prism mode Prism mode selection F5 Screen Two 7 Adjustment the contrast of the display F1 amp F2 8 Turn the back light of the display ON OFF F3 9 Reticle illumination Off Low Medium High F4 10 View free memory for internal and card memory F5 Screen Three 11 Turn the Point Guide option ON OFF F1 12 Turn the Laser plummet option ON OFF F1 only for Laser plummet model 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 9 1 View Date amp Time The date and time can be viewed on both screens To change the displayed order of the date Date Month Year Month Date Year or Year Month Date see Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SET TING MODE To set the date and time see Chapter 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 2 Turn the auto tracking ON OFF GPT 8000A series Press the F1 key to start auto tracking See Section 3 1 Automatic Tracking 3 Turn the auto collimating ON OFF GPT 8000A series Press the F2 key to start auto collimating See Section 3 2 Automatic Collimation 4 Set the parameters for the auto tracking GPT 8000A series A proper setting for each parameter such as tracking pattern tracking range waiting time track in
30. screw or C to center the bubble once more 3 Repeat the procedures 1 and 2 for each 90 100g rotation of the instrument and check whether the bubble is correctly centered for all four points 5 Centering by Using the Optical Plummet Telescope Adjust the eyepiece of the optical plummet telescope to your eyesight Slide the instrument by loosening the tripod screw place the point on the center mark and then tighten the tripod screw Sliding the instrument carefully not to rotate that allows you to get the least dislocation of the bubble 6 Completely Leveling the Instrument Leveling the instrument precisely in a similar way to 4 Rotate the instrument and check to see that the bubble is in the center of the plate level regardless of telescope direction then tighten the tripod screw hard Leveling screw A Leveling screw C Leveling screw B Leveling screw A Leveling screw B 90 Leveling screw C Point Center mark Reference Leveling and Centering the Instrumen t 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 3 2 3 Power Switch Key ON Power ON 2002 07 07 14 30 Main menu icons X 00 00 00 Y 00 00 00 Self check mode ESC Self checking 1 6 6 6 Input a password Self checki ng Prog Std Mem Com Adj Para 1 Confirm the instrument is leveled 2 Turn the power switch ON 3 Type your password Self checking mode will display To skip the self che
31. 11 1 Calculation of Atmospheric Correction Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press STAR key GPT 8000A series should be changed the menu of star key mode to page three by pressing the F6 key twice 2 Press the F3 GPT 8000 series or F2 GPT 8000A series key Current setting value is displayed F3 or F2 3 Input Temp value and press ENT key Example Temp 26 C The cursor moves to Pressure setting automatically Enter value ENT 2002 08 10 14 30 40 1 GPT 8000 series NP P 2002 08 10 14 30 40 3 GPT 8000A series 20 0 C 5 1ppm 1012 0hPa 23 6 mm Temperature setting 14 0 mm 26 0 C 5 1ppm 14 0 mm 1012 0hPa 23 6 mm Pressure setting The followings are the correction formulas Unit meter The distance L m after atmospheric correction is obtained as follow L l 1 Ka l Measured distance when atmospheric correction is not set Example In case Temperature 20 C Air pressure 847hPa l 1000 m 50 10 6 50 ppm L 1000 1 50 10 6 1000 050 m Ka Atmospheric correction value P Ambient atmospheric pressure hPa t Ambient Atmospheric temperature C Ka 279 85 79 585 P 273 15 t 10 6 Ka 279 85 79 585 847 273 15 20 10 6 11 2 Setting of
32. 234 m MEAS SET LINE lt STEP 1 gt PT B HD m MEAS SET LINE lt STEP 1 gt PT B HD lt m MEAS SET LINE lt STEP 1 gt PT B HD 67 543 m MEAS SET LINE VD 20 123 m HD 38 987 m Off 74 123 m EXIT LH LINE G POINT V 30 20 10 EXIT SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 13 11 Rotate the vertical tangent screw and sight ground point G Sight G 12 Press F6 SET key line height LH and horizontal distance Off are displayed F6 To finish the measurement press the F1 EXIT or ESC key To return to operation procedure 9 press the F2 VD key To return to operation procedure 11 press the F6 NEXT key The NEXT key is used when the ground point G is not clear and you would like to check another ground point G on the same vertical line LINE G POINT V 90 40 20 EXIT SET LINE LH 33 765 m Off 27 521 m EXIT VD NEXT 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 14 5 6 Offset measurement OFFSET There are four offset measurement modes in the Offset Measurement Angle offset Distance offset Plane offset Column offset Offset Measurement Menu F2 OFFSET Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE OFFSET MEASUREMENT 1 ANGLE OFFSET 2 DIST OFFSET 3 PLANE OFFSET 4 COLUMN OFFSET ANGLE OFFSET HR 87 55 45 HD 20 000 m VD 5 000 m NEXT SD NEZ REC F4 REC ANGLE OFFSET HR 87 55 45 HD 20 000 m VD 5 000 m gt REC YES NO F5 YES
33. Atmospheric Correction Value How to Set Temperature and Pressure Value Directly Measure the temperature and air pressure surrounding the instrument beforehand Example Temperature 26 C Pressure 1020 hPa 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION 11 2 4 Input Pressure value and press ENT Example Pres 1020 0hPa The display returns previous mode 1 2 Enter value ENT The display returns STAR key menu 1 Range Temp 30 0 C to 60 0 C 0 1 C step Pres 560 0 to1066 0hPa 0 1hPa step 420 0 to 800 0mmHg 0 1mmHg step 16 5 to 31 5inHg 0 1inHg step 2 When the atmospheric correction value which is calculated from the input temperature and pressure values exceeds the range 999 9ppm the operating procedure returns to step 3 automatically Input values again 26 0 C 5 1ppm 14 0 mm 1020 0hPa 23 6 mm Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press STAR key GPT 8000A series should be changed the menu of star key mode to page three by pressing the F6 key twice 2 Press the F3 GPT 8000 series or F2 GPT 8000A series key Current setting value is displayed F3 or F2 3 Move the cursor gt to PPM setting by pressing F5 key Move cursor 4 Enter atmospheric correction value and press ENT key 1 Enter PPM ENT The display returns previous mode 1 Input range 999 9mm 999 9mm 0 1mm step 2002 08 10 14 30 40 1
34. Battery charger BC 6 for BT 3L Input voltage 100 120 220 240V AC 10 50 60 Hz Power consumption 15VA approx Charging time approx 15 hour 20 C to charge BT 3L Operation temperature range 10 C to 40 C 50 to 104 F External dimensions 142 L x 96 W x 64 H mm Weight 1 0kg 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES 19 3 Power cord PC 6 For BT 3L L shape plug provided Cord length 2m approx Power cord PC 5 For BT 3Q and TOPCON FC series Data collector L shape plug provided Cord length 2m approx Large capacity battery pack BT 3L Output voltage DC 8 4V Capacity 6AH External dimensions 190 L x 106 W x 74 H mm Weight 2 8kg Auto Converter AC 6 Input voltage DC12V Output voltage DC 8 4V 5 Current rating 3A Connection cable length Approx 3m External dimensions 100 L x 50 W x 52 H mm Weight Approx 300g Aluminum extension leg tripod Type E Flat head 5 8 x 11 threads with adjustable legs Wide frame extension leg tripod Type E Wood Flat head 5 8 x 11 threads with adjustable legs Prism sets See the description on Chapter 16 PRISM SYSTEM Data card Capacity The number of Measurement Points 128 K bytes Approx 2 000 points 256 K bytes Approx 4 000 points 512 K bytes Approx 8 000 points 20 SPECIFICATIONS 20 1 20 SPECIFICATIONS Telescope Length 166mm Objective lens
35. EXIT to return back to the main menu icons F1 Parameters F1 Measurement F2 Communication F3 Password Password Input a password EXIT BS Password ON EXIT CHANGE ON OFF Password Input a password EXIT BS Password Input again confirmation EXIT BS Password ON EXIT CHANGE ON OFF 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 1 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 1 Checking and Adjusting of Instrument Constant Note Each of the Prism mode and Non prism mode has instrument constant You must obtain the instrument constant of prism mode If you reset the instrument constant of the prism mode you must vary the non prism constant Non prism short Non prism long by the same quantity as the amount of increase or decrease of the instrument constant of the prism mode Normally the instrument constant does not have discrepancy It is recommended you measure and compare with an accurately measured distance at a location where the precision is specifically moni tored on a consistent basis If such a location is not available establish your own base line over 20m when purchasing the instrument and compare with the data measured with newly purchased instru ment In both cases note that the setup displacement of the instrument position over the point the prism baseline precision poor collimation atmospheric correction and correction for refraction and earth curvature determine the inspection precision Please keep i
36. GPT 8000 series NP P 2002 08 10 14 30 40 3 GPT 8000A series 20 0 C 5 1ppm 0 0 mm 1012 0hPa 23 6 mm PPM setting 5 1ppm 0 0 mm 23 6 mm How to Set the Atmospheric CorrectionValue Directly Measure the temperature and air pressure to find atmospheric correction value PPM from the chart or correction formula Example Atmospheric correction value 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION 11 3 Atmospheric Correction Chart For your reference The atmospheric correction value is obtained easily with the atmospheric correction chart Find the measured temperature in horizontal and pressure in vertical on the chart Read the value from the diagonal line which represents the required atmospheric correction value Example The measured temperature is 26 C The measured pressure is 1013 hPa Therefore The correction value is 10ppm 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION 11 4 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION 11 5 12 CORRECTION FOR REFRACTION AND EARTH CURVATURE 12 1 12 CORRECTION FOR REFRACTION AND EARTH CURVATURE The instrument measures distance taking into account correction for refraction and earth curvature Note If the telescope is positioned within 9 from the nadir or zenith no measurement will result even if the correction function for refraction and earth curvature works The display shows W C OVER 12 1 Distance Calculation Formula Distance Calculation Formula with cor
37. Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 key to get the function as on page 2 F6 2 Press F3 R L key The mode Horizontal angle Right HR switches to HL mode F3 3 Measure as HR mode Every time pressing F2 R L key is pressed HR HL mode switches HR HL switching can be turned OFF Refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE V 87 55 45 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 TURN HSET R L V TILT P2 V 87 55 45 HL 239 29 15 PSM 0 0 PPM 0 0 m F R TURN HSET R L V TILT P2 Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Set the required horizontal angle using Horizontal jog shuttle Display angle 2 Press F5 HOLD key F5 3 Collimate the target 1 Collimate 4 Press F6 REL key to finish holding the horizontal angle The display turns back to normal angle measurement mode F6 1 To return to the previous mode press F1 ESC key V 90 10 20 HR 70 20 30 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 Holding HR 70 20 30 ESC REL V 90 10 20 HR 70 20 30 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 3 2 Setting a Horizontal Angle from the Keys Make sure the mode is Angle measurement Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Collimate the target Collimate 2 Press F6 key to get the function as on page 2 and press F2 HSET key 3 Input the required horizontal angle 1 For exa
38. apart from GPT 8000A 8000 series 2 After the power switch ON of GPT 8000A 8000 series collimate the center of the prism 3 Press the soft key Set audio in the star key mode Buzzer sounds continuously H direction confirmation Do not move V direction 4 Turn the horizontal jog counterclockwise slowly move the collimating point to the left side of prism gradually until buzzer sound stops 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 3 11 Calculate the average value of 6 and 10 Example 6 0 00 00 10 0 08 20 ___________________________ Average value 0 04 10 12 Climate to the center of prism Compare the reading horizontal angle value and calculated value in 11 If the difference is within 1 30 no problem for use Vertical direction confirmation Do not move Horizontal direction 13 Carry out as Horizontal direction confirmation Compare the reading Vertical angle value and calculated value If the difference is within 1 30 no problem for use If the difference is more than mentioned value contact with your Topcon dealer or Topcon Example 90 12 30 90 04 30 Average 90 08 30 Reading to prism center 90 08 50 Difference 20 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 4 9 3 Checking Adjusting the Theodolite Functions Pointers on the Adjustment 1 Adjust the eyepiece of the telescope properly prior to any
39. be possi ble the auto collimating and distance measurement can not be possible Measurement is impossible Need to recharge or replace the battery Battery power remaining display is omitted in this manual Note 1 The battery operating time will vary depending on the environmental conditions such as ambient temperature charging time and the number of times charging and discharging the battery 2 In low temperature especially while the heater of display is working the battery operating time will shorten to one half of normal temperature use 3 The indicator for battery power remaining shows the power level during each measurement mode The condition indicated for the battery power remaining in the angle measurement mode may not be adequate to measure a distance Changing from angle mode to distance mode during a poor battery condition may cause the EDM not to measure a distance We recommend that you check the battery condition before going into the field 4 Also note when changing from one measurement mode to another the battery indicator may not show a decrease or an increase immediately The battery indicator system was designed to show the general condition for the battery strength It does not respond instantly 5 For more information on battery usage refer to Chapter 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 5 2 5 Main Menu Icons The main menu icons are as follows Select the menu by pr
40. counted in the second line of display 2 The compensation values of 1 Error of vertical axis X Y tilt sensor offset 2 Collimation error and 3 Error of vertical angle 0 datum will be set and memorized internally 3 The operating procedure steps to set compensation value of 4 Error of horizontal axis 4 Pressing F1 SKIP key enables to set next step without changing the last compensated value 5 Pressing F1 SKIP key makes end of setting without changing compensation value FACE 2 V 270 04 20 SKIP SET LEVEL 0 5 5 B HORIZONTAL Axis FACE 2 V 270 04 20 SKIP SET LEVEL 10 0 FACE 2 V 270 04 20 SKIP SET LEVEL 10 5 FACE 1 V 69 58 30 SKIP SET LEVEL 10 5 5 Complete 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 12 9 5 Showing Constant List and Switch ON OFF Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument Example setting Switch OFF the compensation Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F5 key from the main menu F5 2 Press F2 key Correction values are displayed F2 3 Press F6 OFF key F6 4 Press F1 EXIT key The display returns to main menu F1 Adjustment F1 V0 Axis Measurement F2 V0 Axis Constant list F3 Date Time F4 Instrument constant Vco 1 5 7 12 Hco 0 0 0 20 HAx 0 0 0 20 EXIT ON OFF Vco 1 5 7 12 Hco HAx EXIT ON OFF 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 13 Operating procedure Operation Display
41. mark must be moved Then tighten the adjustment screw on the opposite side by an equal amount which will leave the tension of the adjustment screws unchanged Revolve in the counterclockwise direction to loosen and in the clockwise direction to tighten but revolve as little as possible Capstan adjustment screws Eyepiece Capstan adjustment screws Plummet telescope 1 2 of displacement 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 9 9 3 6 Checking Adjusting the Laser Plummet For Laser Plummet type Check 1 Turn on the laser plummet and coincide the center of the laser with a measuring point 2 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis and check the measuring point If the laser is properly centered in the measuring point adjustment is not required Otherwise adjust in the following manner Adjustment 1 Turn the adjustment screws with the accessory hexagonal wrench to shift the laser to the measuring point However correct only one half of the displacement in this manner Adjustment screws part is located Adjustment screws 4 pcs 1 2 of displacement Measuring point Laser 2 Use the leveling screws and coincide the center of the laser and the point 3 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis once more and check the point and the laser If the laser is coincided to the measuring point then further adjustment is not required Otherwise repeat the adjustment Note F
42. open the case 7 When returning the instrument to its case be sure to match the white positioning marks provided with the case and place the instrument with the eyepiece upward 8 For transportation provide dampening or a cushion appropriately to avoid sudden shock or vibration 9 For cleaning the instrument after use remove dust using a cleaning brush then wipe off with a cloth 10 For cleaning the lens surface use a cleaning brush to remove the dust then use a clean lintless cotton cloth Moisten it with alcohol or mixture with ether to wipe gently in a rotational motion from the center out 11 Even if any abnormality occurs never attempt to disassemble or lubricate the instrument yourself Always consult with TOPCON or your dealer 12 To remove the dust on the case never use thinner or benzine Use a clean cloth moistened with neutral detergent 13 Check each part of the tripod after extended use Parts screws or clamps may work themselves free 18 ERROR DISPLAYS 18 1 18 ERROR DISPLAYS If error still persist after attempting to clear them contact your local Topcon dealer or Topcon head office Error code Description Countermeasures Backup battery empty Displayed when built in battery for memory back up is empty Contact your dealer or Topcon W C OVER Displayed when measurement carried out within 9 from zenith or nadir at the Earth curvature and refraction correction mode i
43. option and establish a password 3 The password input screen will appear At the blinking cursor type in your password and press the ENT key IMPORTANT DON T FORGET YOUR PASSWORD WRITE THE PASSWORD DOWN ON A PIECE OF PAPER AND PUT IN A SAFE PLACE ONCE A PASSWORD IS STORED YOU CAN NOT ERASE IT FROM MEMORY F5 Type password ENT Parameters F1 Measurement F2 Communication F3 Password Password OFF EXIT CHANGE ON OFF Password Input a password EXIT BS Password Input again confirmation EXIT BS 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 7 4 The confirmation screen will appear to confirm your password Type the password in once again and press ENT Type password ENT 5 The password option screen will appear once again for 2 seconds and will automatically change to the main menu icons Notice the ON indicator is now shown on the display Password ON EXIT CHANGE ON OFF Operating procedure Operation Display 1 From the main menu icons press F6 Para to access the parameters option menu Press F3 Password to access the password option F6 F3 2 Type in your password and press ENT 3 The password option screen will appear The indicator on the upper left side of the screen will show ON Type password ENT 4 To turn off the password option press F6 OFF The ON indication changes to OFF and the screen automatically changes back to the ma
44. quick charg ing automatically The red lamp of the charger will light 3 Charging will take approximately 2 5 hours The green lamp will illuminate 4 After charging remove the battery from the charger Remove the charger from the outlet To refresh Press the refresh switch after starting charging above steps 1 2 then discharging will start Confirm the yellow lamp illuminates After discharging is finished charging will start automatically Time discharging battery charged fully is approximately 12 hours For refreshing Rechargeable battery can be used repeatedly by charging If charging is repeated by the state that capacity of the battery still left operating time of the battery may shorten In this case the voltage of the battery will be recovered by refreshing and operating time can be improved About Preparatory charging Before quick charging the battery is charged using small amount current to measure its temperature and voltage When the temperature and voltage is within a range the charging sta tus will change to quick charging The lamp of charger Red blinking Preparatory charging Red ON Charging Red lamp will illuminate during charging Green ON Charging completed Green lamp will illuminate after completely charging Yellow ON Discharging Yellow lamp will illuminate and discharging will start by pressing the refresh discharge switch Red quick flashing Abnormal outbreaks Red lamp will flash whe
45. set key and F6 SET key F4 F6 3 Collimate the 2nd target B The required H V angle to target B will be displayed Collimate B V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 H 0SET HR 00 00 00 ESC SET V 87 55 45 HR 00 00 00 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 87 55 45 HR 123 45 50 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 Reference How to Collimate 1 Point the telescope toward the light Turn the diopter ring and adjust the diopter so that the cross hairs are clearly observed Turn the diopter ring toward you first and then backward to focus 2 Aim the target at the peak of the triangle mark of the sighting collimator Allow a certain space between the sighting collimator and yourself for collimating 3 Focus the target with the focusing knob If parallax is created between the cross hairs and the target when viewing vertically or horizontally while looking into the telescope focusing is incorrect or diopter adjustment is poor This adversely affects precision in measurement or survey Eliminate the parallax by carefully focusing and using diopter adjustment Focusing knob Telescope eyepiece Diopter ri 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 2 4 1 2 Switching Horizontal Angle Right Left Make sure the mode is Angle measurement 4 1 3 Measuring from the Required Horizontal Angle 1 Setting by Holding the Angle Make sure the mode is angle measurement
46. step 4 PLANE OFFSET N002 SD m MEAS HT PLANE OFFSET N003 SD m MEAS HT PLANE OFFSET HR 85 30 40 HD 54 321 m VD 10 000 m NEXT SD NEZ REC PLANE OFFSET HR 75 3 0 40 HD 54 600 m VD 0 487 m NEXT SD NEZ REC PLANE OFFSET V 90 30 30 HR 75 3 0 40 SD 54 602 m NEXT HD NEZ REC PLANE OFFSET N 17 321 m E 10 000 m Z 20 000 m NEXT SD HD RE C 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 21 5 6 4 Column Offset Measurement If it is possible to measure circumscription point P1 of column directly the distance to the center of the column P0 coordinate and direction angle can be calculated by measured circumscription points P2 and P3 Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 MORE key from programs menu to get to the next page of programs F6 2 Press F2 OFFSET key F2 3 Press F4 COLUMN OFFSET key Measurement screen of the center of a column will be shown F4 4 Collimate the center of the column P1 and press the F1 MEAS key Measuring will start After the measurement angle measuring display of the left side P2 will be shown Collimate P1 F1 P P P 2 3 P Prism Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE OFFSET MEASUREMENT 1 ANGLE OFFSET 2 DIST OFFSET 3 PLANE OFFSET 4 COLUMN OFFSET COLUMN OFFSET Center HD m MEAS HT COLUMN OFFSET Left HR 90
47. such as walls in Non prism mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press STAR key GPT 8000A series should be changed the menu of star key mode to page three by pressing the F6 key twice 2 Press the F3 GPT 8000 series or F2 GPT 8000A series key Current setting value is displayed F3 or F2 3 Move the cursor gt to psm setting by pressing F5 key or F6 key Move cursor 4 Input the Prism constant correction value and press the ENT key 1 Enter value ENT The display returns STAR key menu 1 Input range 99 9mm to 99 9mm 0 1mm step 2002 08 10 14 30 40 1 GPT 8000 series NP P 2002 08 10 14 30 40 3 GPT 8000A series 20 0 C 5 1ppm 0 0 mm 1012 0hPa 23 6 mm Non Prism constant correction icon Prism constant correction icon 20 0 C 5 1ppm 14 0 mm 1012 0hPa 23 6 mm 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION 11 1 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION The velocity of light through air is not constant and depends on the atmospheric temperature and pressure The atmospheric correction system of this instrument corrects automatically when the correction value is set 15 C 59 F and 1013 25hPa 760mmHg 29 9 inHg is as a standard value for 0ppm in this instrument The values are kept in the memory even after power is OFF Setting the atmospheric correction value is in the STAR key mode
48. the PC is also possible Operating procedure Operation Display Make sure the PC is ready and waiting before the GPT 8000A 8000 sends the file 1 Press F3 Data file out key F3 2 Press F1 Internal memory or F2 Card memory key and press ENT key Example Internal memory F1 to F2 ENT 3 Select a file by pressing F5 or F6 key and press ENT key File name amount of sent data Byte Capacity of the file Byte and percentage of proceeding will be displayed When the transfer is complete the display will returns to the file menu Select a file ENT Communication F1 Protocol F2 Data file in F3 Data file out Data file out F1 Internal memory F2 Card memory JIS DAT 1597 12 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Data file out Data file out TOPCON DAT 0 1089 0 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 1 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE Prog Std Mem Com Adj Para 2002 07 10 15 30 40 Press F6 key Parameters F1 Measurement F2 Communication F3 Password 8 1 Parameter Setting Options 8 1 1 Parameters for Measurement and Display PARAMETERS SETTING MODE In this mode setting of parameters regard with measuring displaying and communications will be done When a parameter is changed and set the new value is stored into memory Press F6 key from the main menu icons the following display will be shown The parameter modes is cla
49. 1mW Wave length 633nm AVOID EXPOSURE LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE V 87 55 45 5 HR 180 44 12 5 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 P1 Depending on the country where the instrumetn is sold either of these labels may be found on the GPT 8000A 8000 series laser plummet type Symbol mark while the laser is emitting The following symbol mark willappear at the right side of the second line The symbol mark will blink while the laser plummet is working FOREWORD 7 Contents FOREWORD 1 General Handling Precautions 1 Display for Safe Use 3 Safety Cautions 3 User 4 Exceptions from Responsibility 4 Laser Safety 5 Contents
50. 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Pro Ren Del Copy 6 1 View Internal Memory and Card Memory Status When selecting the internal memory or card memory the GPT 8000A 8000 will display the memory size the amount of free memory and the expiration date for the internal lithium battery The display information format is the same for the card memory except that the card name appears at the top of the display The card name can be eleven characters in length alpha or numeric MEMORY MANAGE MODES The following items are available in this mode 1 Display the memory size and memory free 2 Protecting files 3 Delete files 4 Rename files 5 Copy files 6 Initialize memory 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES 6 2 6 2 Protect a File Protecting one or more files can be accomplished with the file protection mode When a file is protected an asterisk appears after the file name extension If a file is protected you can not delete the file unless you remove the file protection Note All the files stored will be erased by initializing the memory even if the files are protected 6 3 Rename a File Files can be renamed on the card or in internal memory When renaming a file the old file name appears above the input line for the new file name When typing in the new name you do not have to input the file extension Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Proceed Chapter 6 1 2 Select a file using F5
51. 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE P 7 7 F2 OFF SET P F3 EXT LINK P MORE EXTERNAL LINK 1 Execute 2 Setting Operating procedure Operation Display Execute Section 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A to start EXT LINK of compatible communication program of AP L1 1 Press the F2 Setting key F2 2 Press the F1 key to select CABLE RADIO MODEM RC F1 EXTERNAL LINK 1 Execute 2 Setting Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM CABLE RADIO MODEM RC CABLE SET EXIT 5 7 2 Setting for the communication Decide transmit course and parameters before executing communication 1 Setting communication course Select a communication course according to the using optional device 1 Cable In case connecting personal computer or other than Topcon s designated wireless modem to the RS 232C connector 2 RADIO MODEM In case connecting Topcon s designated wireless modem 3 RC In case attaching remote controller handle unit RC 2H to carry out optical communication between the remote controller RC 2RII and the GPT 8000A series 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 24 3 Select communication course by pressing the F3 or F4 key Sample setting RC F3 or F4 4 Press the F1 SET key to decide F4 To cancel the setting press the F6 EXIT key or the ESC key CABLE RADIO MODEM RC
52. 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 2 8 1 2 Parameters for communication For GPT 8000 series Factory default settings are indicated with underlines 9 Dist Unit METER FEET Select the distance measuring unit Meter or Feet shown on the display 10 C F m ft Us f Intl f Select the meter feet conversion factor US SURVEY feet 1m 3 280833333333333 ft INTERNATIONAL feet 1m 3 280839895013123 ft 11 Min Dist OFF ON Select OFF or ON for the minimum distance in fine mode OFF 1mm ON 0 2mm 12 S A buzz OFF ON Select the Audio tone OFF or ON for the Set Audio Mode 13 W corr OFF 0 14 0 20 Select the coefficient correction for refraction and earth curvature Selections for the refraction coefficient are OFF No correction K 0 14 or K 0 20 14 N E Z mem OFF ON Select the option to store the coordinates NEZ for the occupied point when power is turned off 15 N E ord NEZ ENZ Select the display format in the coordinate measurement mode for NEZ or ENZ 16 Temp Unit C F Select the temperature unit for the atmospheric correction 17 Pres Unit mmHg inHg hPa Select the air pressure unit for the atmospheric correction 18 R L Lock OFF ON Prohibit switching angle right or left by soft key in angle measurement mode OFF Switching is possible ON Prohibition 19 m ft Lock OFF ON Prohibit switching meter unit or feet unit OFF Switching is possible ON Prohibition 20 Date Date Mon
53. C which should coincide with previous Poi nt B 8 If Points B and C do not coincide adjust in the following manner Adjustment 1 Unscrew the cross hair adjustment section cover 2 Find Point D at a point between Points C and B which should be equal to 1 4th the distance between Points B and C and measured from Point C This is because the apparent error between Points B and C is four times the actual error since the tele scope has been reversed twice during the checking operation 3 Shift the vertical cross hair line and coincide it with Point D by revolving the left and right capstan adjustment screws with the adjusting pin Upon completing the adjustment repeat the checking opera tion once more If Points B and C coincide further adjust ment is not required Otherwise repeat the adjustment Eyepiece Telescope Capstan adjustment screws Eyepiece Capstan adjustment screws 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 8 Note 1 First loosen the capstan adjustment screw on the side to which the vertical cross hair line must be moved Then tighten the adjustment screw on the opposite side by an equal amount which will leave the tension of the adjustment screws unchanged Revolve in the counterclockwise direction to loosen and in the clockwise direction to tighten but revolve as little as possible 2 Perform following adjustment after complete above adjustment Section 9 4 Adjustment of Compensation Systema
54. CE P O BOX 70 1002 Antelias BEIRUT LEBANON Phone 961 4 523525 961 4 523526 Fax 961 4 521119 TOPCON CORPORATION DUBAI OFFICE P O Box 28595 102 Al Naily Bldg 245 Abu Hail Road Deira Dubai UAE Phone 971 4 2696511 Fax 971 4 2695272 AUTO TRACKING TOTAL STATION GPT 8000A series SERVO TOTAL STATION GPT 8000 series 64538 90020 GPT 8000 8000A Series A 0207 2B FOREWORD 1 FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the TOPCON Auto Tracking Pulse Total Station Servo Pulse Total Station GPT 8000A 8000 series For the best performance of the instruments please carefully read these instructions and keep them in a conve nient location for future reference General Handling Precautions Before starting work or operation be sure to check that the instrument is functioning correctly with normal performance Do not submerge the instrument into water The instrument can not be submerged underwater The instrument is designed based on the International Standard IP54 therefore it is protected from the normal rainfall Setting the instrument on a tripod When mounting the instrument on a tripod use a wooden tripod when possible The vibrations that may occur when using a metallic tripod can effect the measuring precision Installing the tribrach If the tribrach is installed incorrectly the measuring precision could be effected Occasionally check the adjusting screws on the tribrach Make sure the base fixing lever is locked and the bas
55. D HD RE C 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 17 5 6 2 Distance Offset Measurement The measurement of a place apart from a prism is possible by inputting offset horizontal distance of front and back right and left When measuring coordinates of ground point A1 Set the instrument height prism height When measuring coordinates of point A0 Set the instrument height only Set the prism height to 0 Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 MORE key from programs menu to get to the next page of programs F6 2 Press F2 OFFSET key F2 3 Press F2 DIST OFFSET key Previous offset value screen will appear dFR Forward Rear offset value dRL Right Left offset value F2 A 1 A 0 oHD sign Forward HD RorL HD Prism height Prism P Occ Point Instrument height Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE OFFSET MEASUREMENT 1 ANGLE OFFSET 2 DIST OFFSET 3 PLANE OFFSET 4 COLUMN OFFSET DIST OFFSET dFR 0 000 m dRL 0 000 m OK INP 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 18 4 If you reset the offset value press the F6 INP key and input the value 1 F6 5 Collimate prism using the horizontal motion clamp and horizontal tangent screw Press the F1 MEAS key 2 The offset measurement data will be shown Collimate P F1 6 To show the slope distance of point A0 press the F2 SD key F2
56. GPT 8000A series The information of GPT 8000A series regarding tracking auto tracking are added to the protocol of Topcon Total Station system so far Also you can add utility information such as battery remaining EDM mode auto tracking mode normal reversed face information Tilt information if you like For selecting refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE During an utility function selection measurement will be continued whenever tilt over The tilt over will not be compensated here In case tilt over the tilt information will be displayed on the upper right screen as the following marks during the utility function is selected Marks Status of tilt t Under tilt compensation Tilt Over Tilt OFF V 90 10 20 t HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m c R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 Tilt informatio Control by interface for Topcon AP L1A system see Chapter 5 PROGRAM MODES EXT LINK section When using other wireless modem or optical remote controller select to None for the protocol of communication in Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 1 5 PROGRAM MODES Prog Std Mem Com Adj Para 2002 07 10 15 30 40 Press F1 key Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE p 6 6 F2 OFFSET p MORE F6 MORE key Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE GPT 8000 series GPT 8000A seri
57. INSTRUCTION MANUAL AUTOMATIC TRACKING PULSE TOTAL STATION GPT 8000A SERIES GPT 8001A GPT 8002A GPT 8003A GPT 8005A GPT 8001 GPT 8002 GPT 8003 GPT 8005 GPT 8000 SERIES SERVO PULSE TOTAL STATION TOPCON CORPORATION 75 1 Hasunuma cho Itabashi ku Tokyo 174 8580 Japan Phone 3 3558 2520 Fax 3 3960 4214 www topcon co jp TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS INC 5758 West Las Positas Blvd Pleasanton CA 94588 U S A Phone 925 460 1300 Fax 925 460 1315 www topcon com TOPCON CALIFORNIA 3380 Industrial Blvd Suite 105 West Sacramento CA 95691 U S A Phone 916 374 8575 Fax 916 374 8329 TOPCON MIDWEST 891 Busse Road Elk Grove Village IL 60007 U S A Phone 847 734 1700 Fax 847 734 1712 TOPCON EUROPE B V Essebaan 11 2908 LJ Capelle a d IJssel The Netherlands Phone 010 4585077 Fax 010 4585045 www topconeurope com TOPCON BELGIUM Preenakker 8 1785 Merchtem Belgium Phone 052 37 45 48 Fax 052 37 45 79 TOPCON DEUTSCHLAND G m b H Weidkamp 180 45356 Essen GERMANY Phone 0201 8619 100 Fax 0201 8619 111 ps topcon de www topcon de TOPCON S A R L 89 Rue de Paris 92585 Clichy Cedex France Phone 33 1 41069490 Fax 33 1 47390251 topcon topcon fr TOPCON ESPA A S A HEAD OFFICE Frederic Mompou 5 ED Euro 3 08960 Sant Just Desvern Barcelona Spain Phone 93 473 4057 Fax 93 473 3932 www topconesp com MADRID OFFICE Avenida Burgos 16E 1 28036 Madrid Spain Phone 91 302 4129 Fax 91 383 3890 TOPCON SCANDINAVIA A
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59. NK of compatible communication program of AP L1 1 Press the F1 Execute key The display as showing right says the compatible communication program of AP L1A is executed and communication command can be accepted F1 To stop the communication press the F6 EXIT or ESC key EXTERNAL LINK 1 Execute 2 Setting Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM CHANNEL A SET EXIT REC TYPE REC A SET EXIT Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM EXTERNAL LINK 1 Execute 2 Setting EXTERNAL LINK RC Remote control is being done from the controller EXIT 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 28 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES 6 1 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES Prog Std Mem Com Adj Para 2002 07 10 15 30 40 Press F3 key Memory manage F1 Internal memory F2 Card memory Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Select Internal memory or Card memory by pressing F1 or F2 key The memory capacity and the remaining memory capacity are shown Example Internal Memory 2 Press F6 File key Each File status File name File name extension Used memory capacity Date are shown Press the ESC key to return to the main menu icons F6 Memory manage F1 Internal memory F2 Card memory Memory size 1967KByte Memory free 1951KByte Battery expire 2004 01 Init File JIS DAT 1597 12
60. ON Operating procedure Option Display 1 Manually collimate the target prism using V H jog shuttle 2 Press the star key to show the star key options 3 Press the F1 key The mode will be automatic tracking mode The instrument searches the prism and tracks automatically F1 V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 2002 07 07 14 30 40 1 NP P V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 2 4 Choose measuring modes by pressing the soft keys Measuring starts Sample Horizontal distance measuring F2 If the target prism is lost during auto tracking status the instrument will automatically change to Waiting status and symbol mark will be switched If the target is found during Waiting status tracking resumes and if not status changes to Searching status When the target prism is found tracking will resume The following symbol marks are indicated at the right side of the display In all these status laser beam is emitting Auto tracking status sometimes can be unstable for a few seconds after the optical path is disturbed If the center of reticle and the center of the prism is not coincided you should adjust optical axis for auto tracking refer to chapter 9 Check and adjustment In the not suitable operating condition in such the atmospheric condition is no
61. ON CAUTION Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure GPT 8000A series and laser plummet model Let the laser beam reach the aimed object or the target without anybody else in the laser beam path In case you operate laser beam open avoid radiating laser beam to the height of man s head It is quite possible for the beam to enter into one s eyes and it is possible to lose visual sight temporarily and lose one s caution and awareness of other dangers avoid glaring beam GPT 8000A series and laser plummet model Do not connect or disconnect equipment with wet hands you are at risk of electric shocks if you do Risk of injury by overturn the carrying case Do not stand or sit on the carrying cases Please note that the tips of tripod can be hazardous be aware of this when setting up or carrying the tripod Risk of injury by falling down the instrument or case Do not use a carrying case with a damaged which belts grips or latches Do not allow skin or clothing to come into contact with acid from the batteries if this does occur then wash off with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice A plumb bob can cause an injury to a person if used incorrectly It could be dangerous if the instrument falls over please ensure you attach a handle battery to the instrument securely Ensure that you mount the Tribrach correctly failing to
62. Press F6 SET key 1 The sample display shows that the measurement is made 5 times in FACE 1 F6 6 Turn the telescope in reverse telescope setting FACE 2 Turn telescope Adjustment F1 V0 Axis Measurement F2 V0 Axis Constant list F3 Date Time F4 Instrument constant V0 Axis Adjustments ERROR CORRECTION A Tilt V0 init Collimation B H Axis A COLLIMATION FACE 1 V 88 40 20 SKIP SET LEVEL 0 0 FACE 1 V 89 55 50 SKIP SET LEVEL 0 5 FACE 2 V 270 04 20 SKIP SET LEVEL 0 0 5 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 11 7 Collimate target A Collimate A Reverse 8 Press F6 SET key Repeat the procedures in step 7 and 8 so that the count of measured times matches to the one in FACE 1 2 3 4 The title display will be shown automatically F6 9 Collimate target B more than 10 from the level in reverse telescope setting FACE 2 5 Collimate B Reverse 10 Press F6 SET key 1 F6 11 Turn the telescope in normal telescope setting FACE 1 Turn telescope 12 Collimate target B Collimate B Normal 13 Press F6 SET key Repeat the procedures in step 12 and 13 so that the count of measured times matches to the one in FACE 2 Then the display returns to main menu F6 1 It is able to get the average value from 1 to 10 measurements To get the average repeat the procedures in steps 4 5 or 9 10 The measured times is
63. Press the F3 key F3 4 Input the vertical angle to be rotated and press ENT key 1 For example 93 10 40 V angle ENT H angle ENT 5 Input the horizontal angle to be rotated and press ENT key For example 160 20 10 The instrument will start to rotate 2 When the instrument has finished rotating 3 the instrument will return to the previous mode 1 Setting range for rotation is 0 00 00 HR 359 59 59 0 00 00 V 359 59 59 2 Press any key except power key to stop rotating in emergency during operation 3 You can select a accuracy of the actual stopping angular positions Refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE V 87 55 45 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 TURN HSET R L V TILT P2 TURN Absolute F1 V angle F2 H angle F3 V H angle TURN Absolute V HR EXIT BS TURN Absolute V 93 10 10 HR 160 20 10 lt Rotating gt 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 5 4 2 Distance Measurement Note Those distance shorter than 2 5m will not be displayed in Non prism mode Prism mode and Non prism mode In GPT 8000A 8000 series the distance measurement will be done using invisible pulse laser beam emitted from pulse laser diode You can select measurement mode between Prism mode which colli mating a prism and Non prism mode that is collimating a target object except prism Non prism mode enables all distance measurements
64. RC SET EXIT Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM Operating procedure Operation Display Execute Section 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A to start EXT LINK of compatible communication program of AP L1 1 Press the F2 Setting key F2 EXTERNAL LINK 1 Execute 2 Setting Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM 2 Setting Parameters of Cable RS 232C In case connecting Topcon s designated wireless modem simply select communication course as RADIO MODEM it is enough to do setting of parameter automatically In case connecting personal computer or other than Topcon s designated wireless modem it is required to do parameters setting for RS 232C before using Parameters 1 SPEED Baud rate Sets communication speed Set items 1200 2400 4800 9600bps 2 BIT FORMAT Select the communication format Set items Bit length 7 D7 8 D8 Stop bit 1 S1 2 S2 Parity bit NONE ODD EVEN 3 DELIMITER Terminate Selecting CR Carriage return or LF Line feed will be added at the end of data Set items ETX ETX CR ETX CRLF 4 RTS Control of signal line Select default output of signal line Set items Hi High level Normal Low Low level It becomes High level only when data are transmitted 5 REC TYPE Select the option to record the data for the distance measure
65. To return to the continuous measuring press F1 MEAS key twice To return to the angle measuring mode press F3 VH key V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD 54 321 PPM 0 0 VD 1 234 m F N MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD 54 321 PPM 0 0 VD 1 234 m F MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 9 4 2 5 Fine Coarse Measuring Mode Fine mode This is a normal distance measuring mode Measurement time 0 2mm mode approx 3 seconds 1 mm mode approx 1 2 seconds The unit to be displayed is 0 2mm or 1mm 0 001ft or 0 005ft Coarse mode This mode measures in shorter time than in fine mode 1mm Use this mode for the objects which may be slightly unstable Measurement time approx 0 5 seconds The unit to be displayed is 1mm 0 005ft Coarse mode This mode measures in shorter time than in coarse 1mm mode 10mm Use this mode for stake out measurement It is very useful when tailing the moving object or carrying out stake out work Measurement time approx 0 3 seconds The unit to be displayed is 10mm 0 02ft Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Collimate the center of prism Collimate 2 Select the measurement mode by pressing F1 SD or F2 HD key Example Horizontal distance Measuring starts F2 3 Press F2 MODE key the mode changes to Coarse mode Press F2 MODE key again the mode changes to Trackin
66. UREMENT MODE 4 6 4 2 3 Distance Measurement Continuous Measurement Make sure the mode displays angle measurement Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Collimate the center of prism 2 Press F1 SD key or F2 HD key 1 2 Example Horizontal distance mode F2 The result are shown 3 to 6 1 The following characters will be shown on the 4th line right hand corner of the display to represent measurement mode F Fine meas mode C Coarse 1mm meas mode c Coarse 10mm meas mode R Continuous Repeat meas mode S Single meas mode N N time meas mode 2 When EDM is working the mark appears in the display 3 The result is shown with buzzer sound 4 Measurement may repeat automatically if the result is affected by shimmer etc 5 To change single measuring press F1 MEAS key 6 To return to the angle measurement mode press F3 VH key V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD 716 661 PPM 0 0 VD 4 001 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P 1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 7 4 2 4 Distance Measurement Single N times Measurement When presetting the number of times the instrument measures the distance as the setting times and the average distance will be displayed When presetting the number of times as 1 it d
67. acking mode changes to manual mode when the refrector could not found out within 2 times searching and returns to the point where the refrector is lost PATTERN 2 This pattern can be selected to search for the prism The search pattern tries to locate the prism in a very short time The searching is arranged to 2 times until the refrector is found The auto tracking mode changes to manual mode when the refrector could not found out within 2 times searching and returns to the point where the refrector is lost 1 Things like heat haze might interfere with the tracking system in the long distance near limit of auto tracking range in search mode 2 Reaction by rotating of instrument in search mode is serious Be sure of each connection part of the tribrach or tripod are firmly 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 6 2 Search Range The search range is the area to searched for the prism by rotating the telescope and body in Searching The Search range is decided from the point where the prism lost and the values will be set to plus and minus directions in horizontal and vertical Select search pattern first and set the search range to the selected search pattern Also it is enable to set each search pattern separately Example SEARCH RANGE 10 in horizontal 5 in vertical 10 10 5 5 20 10 Search range Point where prism lost Setting Search range requires considera
68. ance and horizontal angle data 8 Trk State OFF ON Selecting additional information of utility to measuring data such as tracking status or not If such utility is selected electric circular level graphic will not be displayed whenever tilted over OFF No additional information ON Additional information 9 B Rate 4800 Fixed 10 Data L 8 Fixed 11 Parity none Fixed 12 Stop Bit 1 Fixed 8 2 Setting Parameters 8 2 1 Parameters for Measurement and Display Example setting S A BUZZER OFF Atmospheric pressure hPa Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press the F6 key from the main menu icons F6 2 Press the F1 Measurement key F1 Parameters F1 Measurement F2 Communication F3 Password Parameters Measurement Ang Unit deg gon mil Min Angl OFF ON Tilt OFF 1axis 2axis SET EXIT lt gt 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 5 3 Select the menu by pressing F6 key Example S A buzz F6 4 Press F3 key and select OFF F3 5 Select the atmospheric pressure menu by pressing F6 key F6 6 Press F4 key twice and select hPa F4 7 Press F1 SET key F1 8 Press F5 YES key 1 The display returns main menu F5 1 To cancel the setting press F6 NO key Parameters Measurement S A buzz OFF ON W corr OFF 0 14 0 20 N E Z mem OFF ON SET EXIT lt gt Parameters Measure
69. and can cause eye injury s if used incorrectly Never attempt to repair the instrument yourself GPT 8000A series and laser plummet model Cause eye injury or blindness Do not stare into beam GPT 8000A series and laser plummet model High temperature may cause fire Do not cover the charger while it is charging High temperature may cause fire Do not connect the battery to an instrument while it is charging Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use damaged power cable plug and socket Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use a wet battery or charger May ignite explosively Never use an instrument near flammable gas liquid matter and do not use in a coal mine Battery can cause explosion or injury Do not dispose in fire or heat Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use any power voltage except the one given on manufacturers instructions Battery can cause outbreak of fire Do not use any other type of charger other than the one specified Risk of fire Do not use any other power cable other than the one specified Battery can cause outbreak of fire Do not block up the vent of the battery The short circuit of a battery can cause a fire Do not short circuit battery when storing it Injury refers to hurt burn electric shock etc Physical damage refers to extensive damage to buildings or equipment and furniture Safety Cautions WARNING CAUTION WARNING FOREWORD 4 CAUTI
70. asurement mode SD F4 Slope distance measuring mode Display the slope distance after N times or single measurement HD F5 Horizontal distance measurement mode Displays the horizontal distance data after N times or single measurement TURN F1 Turns the instrument to required angle automatically HT F2 Input Instrument prism height values MEAN F3 Sets the number of N time measurement m ft F4 Switches meter or feet unit SET F5 Pre set instrument coordinate values 1 5 Star Key Mode Press the key to view the instrument options Since there are three screens GPT 8000A series or two screens GPT 8000 series of options press F6 1 soft key to view the next screen The following instrument options can be selected from the GPT 8000A Series Screen One 1 View Date amp Time 2 Auto tracking F1 3 Auto collimating F2 4 Set the parameters for Auto tracking F3 5 Auto inversion F4 6 Non prism mode Prism mode selection F5 Screen Two 7 Adjustment the contrast of the display F1 amp F2 8 Turn the back light of the display ON OFF F3 9 Reticle illumination Off Low Medium High F4 10 View free memory for internal and card memory F5 Screen Three 11 The light acceptance quantity level signal level is displayed F1 12 Set the Temperature Pressure Atmospheric Correction Value PPM and Prism Constant Value PSM F2 13 Turn the Tracking Indica
71. ates must be the same The Baud rate selections are 600 1200 2400 4800 9600 and 19200 COMMUNICATION MODES The communication modes are used for setting the Baud rate Protocol receiving a file Data file in and sending a file Data file out A data transfer program on your PC that supports YMODEM will be necessary to send or receive data files To set the protocol for measured data transferring refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 7 COMMUNICATION MODES 7 2 7 2 Data File In When transferring data files from a PC to the GPT 8000A 8000 Series the file received into the main directory Data files CANNOT be received into a subdirectory Data files CANNOT be transferred to the card memory Files can only be transferred to the internal memory and then copied onto the card Operating procedure Operation Display Make sure the instrument is ready and waiting for the data file before you command the PC to send the file 1 Press F2 Data file in key 2 Command the PC to send the file at this time File name amount of received data Byte Capacity of the file Byte and percentage of proceeding will be displayed When the transfer is complete the display will return to the main menu icons F2 Communication F1 Protocol F2 Data file in F3 Data file out Data file in TOPCON DAT 0 8676 0 7 3 Data File Out Transferring a file from the GPT 8000A 8000 internal memory or card memory to
72. b the rotation Storage in the case Keep the telescope horizontally and turn the instrument to align its mark with the lower base mark Storage mark Keep its objective lens side downward Storing it in the case in any other way may cause damage Hold the hand grips and base with both hands when taking the instrument out of the case or putting the equipment in the case Maintenance for driving parts Every 4 000 5 000 hours operation in total change grease of driving parts Contact your dealer or TOPCON Head Office for the maintenance FOREWORD 3 Display for Safe Use In order to encourage the safe use of products and prevent any danger to the operator and others or damage to properties important warnings are put on the products and inserted in the instruction manuals We suggest that everyone understand the meaning of the following displays and icons before reading the Safety Cautions and text Display Meaning Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to the danger of death or serious injury Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to personal injury or phys ical damage WARNING WARNING CAUTION There is a risk of fire electric shock or physical harm if you attempt to disassemble or r epair the instrument yourself This is only to be carried out by TOPCON or an authorized dealer only Cause eye injury or blindness Do not look at the sun through a telescope Laser beams can be dangerous
73. checking operation which involves sighting through the telescope Remember to focus properly with parallax completely eliminated 2 Carry out the adjustments in the order of item numbers as the adjustments are dependent one upon another Adjustments carried out in the wrong sequence may even nullify previous adjustment 3 Always conclude adjustments by tightening the adjustment screws securely but do not tighten them more than necessary as you may strip the threads twist off the screw or place undue stress on the parts Furthermore always tighten by revolving in the direction of tightening tension 4 The attachment screws must also be tightened sufficiently upon completion of adjustments 5 Always repeat checking operations after adjustments are made in order to confirm results Notes on the Tribrach Note that the angle measuring precision may be effected directly if the tribrach has not been installed firmly 1 If there is any slack between the leveling screws and the base loosen the set screw of the holding ring and tighten the holding ring with adjusting pin until it is properly adjusted Re tight en the set screw on completing the adjustment Leveling screw Holding ring Set screw 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 5 9 3 1 Checking Adjusting the Plate Level Adjustment is required if the axis of the plate level is not perpendicular to the vertical axis Check 1 Place the plate level parallel to a line ru
74. cking press F1 ESC key Level the instrument by turning the leveling screws When the leveling is within 30 and stable the self checking will start The instrument will turn automatically and the tilt sensor offset value will be measured and memorized After checking the main menu icons will be shown Battery Power Remaining Display Self checking option The self checking function is to check internal communication and tilt sensor offset value When ambient temperature is changed or the instrument is not balanced by its internal battery is attached or detached the self checking is recommended Password option Setting a password Maximum 10 digits number and activating ON of password option can be help ful to avoid miss operation by unauthorized operator Setting password option is necessary to use this function To set password option see Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE Confirm the battery power remaining on the display Replace with charged battery or charge when battery level is low Refer to Section 2 4 Battery Level Indicator 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 4 2 4 Battery Level Indicator The battery power indicator shows the level of battery strength Prog Std Mem Com Adj Para 2002 07 10 15 30 40 Blinking Indicates Battery Power Remaining Measurement is possible The power is poor The battery should be recharged or replace the battery Angle measurement can only
75. ctions do not allow limita tions on duration of an implied warranty so the above limitation may not apply to you CUSTOMER REMEDIES Embedded System Manufacturer s and its suppliers entire liability and your exclusive reme dy shall be at Embedded System Manufacturer s option either a return of the price paid or b repair or replace ment of the SOFTWARE that does not meet the above Limited Warranty and which is returned to Embedded System Manufacturer with a copy of your receipt This Limited Warranty is void if failure of the SOFTWARE has resulted from accident abuse or misapplication Any replacement SOFTWARE will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or thi rty 30 days whichever is longer NO OTHER WARRANTIES THE MICROSOFT SOFTWARE PROGRAMS ARE PROVIDED TO THE END USER AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EITHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE THE ENTIRE RISK OF THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE PROGRAM IS WITH YOU NO LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EMBEDDED SYSTEM MANUFACTURER S AND ITS SUP PLI ERS SHALL NOT BE HELD TO ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY DAMAGES SUFFERED OR INCURRED BY THE END USER INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO GENERAL SPECIAL CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS BUSINESS INTERRUPTION LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION AND THE LIKE ARISING FROM OR IN CON
76. do so may result in injury if the tribrach were to fall over It could be dangerous if the instrument falls over please check that you fix the instrument to the tripod correctly Risk of injury by falling down a tripod and an instrument Always check that the screws of tripod are tightened User 1 This product is for professional use only The user is required to be a qualified surveyor or have a good knowledge of surveying in order to understand the user and safety instructions before operating inspecting or adjusting 2 Wear the required protectors safety shoes helmet etc when operating Exceptions from Responsibility Exceptions from Responsibility 1 The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks of the product s performance 2 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for results of a faulty or intentional usage or misuse including any direct indirect consequential damage and loss of profits 3 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for consequential damage and loss of profits by any disaster an earthquake storms floods etc A fire accident or an act of a third party and or a usage any other usual conditions 4 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage and loss of profits due to a change of data loss of data an interruption of business etc caused by using the
77. e fixing screws are tightened Guarding the instrument against shocks When transporting the instrument provide some protection to minimize risk of shocks Heavy shocks may cause the measurement to be faulty Carrying the instrument Always carry the instrument by its handgrip Exposing the instrument to extreme heat Do not leave the instrument in extreme heat for longer than necessary It could adversely affect its performance Sudden changes of temperature Any sudden change of temperature to the instrument or prism may result in a reduction of measuring distance range i e when taking the instrument out from a heated vehicle Let instrument acclimate itself to ambient temperature Battery level check Confirm battery level remaining before operating Memory back up The instrument has a built in battery for memory back up If the battery power is low Back up battery empty will display Contact your dealer to replace the battery Taking the battery out It is recommended not to take the battery out during the power is on All the data stored is possible gone at that time So please do your assembling or taking the battery out after the power is off No responsibility TOPCON Corporation has no responsibility for loss of data stored in the memory in case unexpected accidents FOREWORD 2 Rotating the instrument and telescope Rotation of the instrument or telescope is driven electronically in normal operation Do not distur
78. easurement mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Set coordinates values of occupied point and instrument prism height 1 2 Set the direction angle of known point A 2 Set direction angle 3 Collimate target B Collimate 4 Press F3 NEZ key 3 Measuring starts F3 Origin o o o Occupied point No Eo Zo Center point of the instrument No Eo Zo Inst h Coordinates of the center of the prism originated from the center point of the instrument n e z Unknown point N1 E1 Z1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 N lt E PSM 0 0 Z PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD HD P1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 15 The result will be shown 1 In case the coordinate of instrument point is not entered 0 0 0 will be used as the default for the instrument point The instrument height will be calculated as 0 when the instrument height is not entered 2 The prism height will be calculated as 0 when the prism height is not set 3 Refer to Section 4 1 3 Measuring from the Required Horizontal Angle or Section 4 1 3 Measuring from the Required Horizontal Angle 4 Pressing F1 MEAS key the measurement mode Continuous measuring N time measuring changes Pressing F2 MODE key the measurement mode FINE COARSE 1mm COARSE 10mm changes To return to the normal angle or distance measuring mode press F6 P2 key to return to the funct
79. eather condition is not good by the heat shimmer The above caution mark will be displayed after 10 seconds and the auto tracking will be finished V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 2002 07 07 14 30 40 1 NP P V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PS M 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m c R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 Instrument could not find the pris m 3 2 Automatic Collimation The function enables to collimate automatically so that the instrument searches for the center of the prism when the telescopic is aimed a prism roughly Use this mode for the object which is stable You can select Fine or Course mode for the distance measurement in auto collimation 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 4 3 3 Range of Laser for Auto tracking and Auto collimating The range of laser at the long distance is within 30 as shown in following So you had better colli mate the prism so that the prism may be located within this range of laser in the first step As for it rapid automatic collimating and automatic tracking becomes possible If the target prism is out of this range time for searching mode will be necessary Field of view about 30 about 30 Range of laser 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 5 3 4 Setting Parameters for Auto Tracking A proper setting for each para
80. ement Capstan adjustment screws Bottom of the base 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 6 9 3 3 Adjustment of the Vertical Cross hair Adjustment is required if the vertical cross hair is not in a place perpendicular to the horizontal axis of the telescope since it must be possible to use any point on the hair for measuring horizontal angles or vertically running lines Check 1 Set the instrument on the tripod and carefully level it 2 Sight the cross hairs on a well defined Point A at a distance of at least 50 meters 160ft 3 Next swing the telescope vertically using the jog shuttle and check whether the point travels along the length of the vertical cross hair 4 If the point appears to move continuously on the hair the vertical cross hair lies in a plane perpendicular to the horizontal axis and adjustment is not required 5 However if the point appears to be displaced from the vertical cross hair as the telescope is swung vertically adjustment is required in the reticle plate Adjustment 1 Unscrew the cross hair adjustment section cover by revolving it in the counterclockwise direction and take it off This will expose four eyepiece section attachment screws Eyepiece section attachment screws Eyepiece section attachment screws Eyepiece 2 Loosen all four attachment screws slightly with the accessory screw drive while taking note of the number of revolutions Then revolve the eyepiece section so that t
81. en the heater is ON and the temperature goes below 0 C 32 F the heater automatically adjust the temperature to the display to keep it operating Example Angle measurement mode V angle 87 55 45 H angle 180 44 12 Distance measurement mode Horizontal angle 87 55 45 Horizontal distance 180 44 12 Relative elevation 12 345m 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 4 The symbol marks for Auto tracking and Auto collimating GPT 8000A series Auto collimating Laser is emitting GPT 8000A series is in auto collimating status Auto tracking Laser is emitting GPT 8000A series is in auto tracking status Waiting Laser is emitting GPT 8000A series is in waiting status Searching Laser is emitting GPT 8000A series is searching a prism Failure in auto collimating Laser is off GPT 8000A series could not find the target prism during auto collimating KEY NAME FUNCTION F1 F6 Soft key Functions are according to the displayed message 0 9 Numeric key Numeric Character Entry for Preset Data A Alpha key Alpha Character Entry ESC Escape key Escape to Previous Display or Menu Star key Optional instrument functions ENT Enter key End operation of data input and accepts data POWER Power key ON OFF of power source Power key is located on the side of the instrument 1 3 Operating Key 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 5 Page D isplay Soft key
82. equirements and User s Guide IEC Publication 60825 1 or Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products FDA BRH 21 CFR 1040 regarding the safety standard for laser products As per these standards the GPT 8000A 8000 series Laser plummet type is classified as Class II 2 Laser Products Since Laser radiation is emitted from the GPT 8000A 8000 series Laser plummet type instruments please refer to the Laser Safety bulletin which accompanies the instrument in the United States as well as the Safety Standard for Users that is mentioned in the instruction manual In the case of any technical failure do not disassemble the instrument Contact either TOPCON or your authorized TOPCON dealer Labels The following labels are found on the instruments which describe the GPT 8000A 8000 series Laser plummet type Precautions and safety information about the laser beam If at any time any of these labels are damaged and become illegible please replace these important labels Please the new labels in exactly the same position as the original labels Replacement labels can be obtained from Topcon or your authorized Topcon dealer Beam aperture Warning Label Aperture Label GPT 8000A 8000 series Laser Plummet type Explanatory Label CLASS II LASER PRODUCT WAVE LENGTH 633nm 1mW MAXIMUM OUTPUT LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM C A U T I O N CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM LASER RADIATION Maximum output
83. erence Though Protocol is not indicated it is fixed to OFF GPT 8000A series Parameters Communication B Rate 1200 2400 4800 9600 Data L 7 8 Parity none odd even SET I GTS lt gt 8 2 3 Password Option Establishing a Password A password can be set in the GPT 8000A 8000 series to secure the use of the instrument Once a password is established the user can disable the option or change the password Once a password established and the option is turned off the password will always remain in memory When turning on the instrument after a password input screen appears before the self test mode Type in your password and press the ENTER to continue A maximum of 10 numeric digits can be entered for a password All zeros 0000000000 or 9 s 9999999999 are invalid passwords If 10 unsuccessful attempts are made to input a password the instrument will shut off automatically Establishing a Password for the first time The instructions below show how to establish a password for the first time Operating procedure Operation Display 1 From the main menu icons press F6 Para to access the parameters option menu To access the password option press F3 Password F6 F3 2 The password option screen will appear When accessing the password option for the first time the OFF indicator will appear on the upper left corner of the screen To establish a password you can press the F5 ON key to turn on the
84. es It is best therefore to always recharge the battery at normal temperature to obtain full use of battery capacity and enjoy maximum operation per charge And the service life of your battery will be shortened if it is frequently overcharged or recharged at high temperature 2 Discharge Fig 2 shows discharge temperature characteristics Discharge characteristics at high tempera ture are the same as those at normal temperatures The battery is likely to have reduced dis charge capacity as well as lower discharged voltage when discharged at low temperature And the service life of your battery will be shortened if it is greatly overcharged Note 0 1C charge means that the battery is recharged with 0 1 time current as against its capacity Note 1C discharge means one with 1 time current over battery capacity 3 Storage See Fig 3 for how storing period at different temperature levels is related to the remaining capac ity The battery will lose its capacity as storage temperature rises and the storage period increas es This does not mean however that the battery performance is damaged when the battery is stored The battery reduced in capacity will be restored once it is recharged Always recharge your battery before use And recharge and discharge the battery 3 or 4 times to restore its capacity if it has been stored for a long period or at high temperature Storing at high temperature can adversely affect the service life of y
85. essing soft keys F1 F6 PARAMETERS SETTING MODES The PARAMETERS SETTING MODES are stored in memory once the instrument is OFF See Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE ADJUSTMENT MODES Used for checking and adjustment Systematic errors adjustment for compensation Show compensation values of systematic errors of instrument Set Date amp Time Set instrument constant value Optic Axis for Auto tracking GPT 8000A series See Chapter 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT COMMUNICATION MODES Set communication with external instrument Input Output a data file See Chapter 7 COMMUNICATION MODES MEMORY MANAGE MODES Display memory status Protect Eras Rename Copy Files Initialize a card or internal memory See Chapter 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES 2 6 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODES Angle measurement Distance measurement Coordinate measurement See Chapter 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE PROGRAM MODES APPLICATION MEASUREMENT Set a direction angle for horizontal orientation Retain Coordinate STORE NEZ Remote elevation measurement Missing line measurement Line measurement External link for GPT 8000A series Off set measurement See Chapter 5 PROGRAM MODES 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 6 2 6 Vertical and Horizontal Angle Tilt Correction When the tilt sensors are activated automatic correction of vertical and horizonta
86. g mode 1 F2 F2 1 Every time the F2 MODE key is pressed the mode will change as demonstrated The mode is indicated in the alphabet F C c on the bottom right of the screen F Fine mode C Coarse 1mm mode c Coarse 10mm mode V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD PPM 0 0 VD m c R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P 1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 10 4 2 6 Stake Out S O The stake out distance is the difference between the measured distance and the preset distance Display value Measured distance Standard Preset distance The value on the display is the distance in which the rod person must move toward or away from the instrument A minus sign appearing before the stake out distance indicates that the rod person would move away from the instrument to reach the stake out distance If the stake out distance is displayed with no sign indicating positive the rod person toward the instrument to reach the stake out distance Stake out operation can be accomplished in any distance measuring mode horizontal distance HD relative elevation VD or slope distance SD Example Relative elevation Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 P1 key in the distance measuring mode to get the function as in page 2 F6 2 Pre
87. gspeed and tracking sensitivity See Section 3 4 Setting Parameters for Auto Tracking 5 Auto Inversion Pressing the F4 key causes the instrument to reverse and turn the telescope and instrument automatically To stop auto rotating in case of emergency press any keys except POWER key During auto rotation do not disturb the instrument Stopping the rotation with a touch of the hand Such action may cause trouble or harm to instrument or operator 6 Adjustment the contrast of the display This enable you to adjust the contrast of the display Press the F6 key to get to Screen 2 on the display Press the F1 or F2 key to brighten or dim the display 7 Turn the display back light ON OFF When the back light is OFF the light bulb icon is dark Press the F6 key to get to Screen 2 on the display To turn the back light ON press the F3 key Press F3 again to turn the back light OFF 8 Reticle illumination OFF Low Middle High Press the F6 key to get to Screen 2 on the display Press the F4 key to turn the reticle illumination ON Continuing to press F4 will change the intensity options 9 View free memory The amount of free memory for the card or internal memory can be displayed Press the F6 key to get to Screen 2 on the display Press the F5 key to view free memory The card memory icon top left side of the display shows the size of the card and the amount of free memory The second icon show
88. habet Letters 2 8 2 10 Memory Card 2 9 2 11 Inclination of Prism and Measuring Error GPT 8000A series 2 10 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 1 3 1 Automatic Tracking 3 1 3 2 Automatic Collimation 3 3 3 3 Range of Laser for Auto tracking and Auto collimating 3 4 3 4 Setting Parameters for Auto Tracking 3 5 3 4 1 Setting Items 3 5 3 4 2 How to set the parameters 3 7 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 1 4 1 Angle Measurement 4 1 4 1 1 Measuring Horizontal Angle Right and Vertical Angle
89. he instrument constant of prism mode If you reset the instrument constant of the prism mode you must vary the non prism constant Non prism short Non prism long by the same quantity as the amount of increase or decrease of the instrument constant of the prism mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press the F5 key from the main menu F5 2 Press F4 Instrument constant key F4 3 Select constant value Example Prism F1 4 Press F5 YES key F5 5 Input value and press ENT key 1 2 Input value ENT 6 Press F5 OK key The display returns to main menu F5 1 Refer to Section 2 9 How to Enter Numerals and Alphabet Letters 2 To cancel the setting press the ESC key Adjustment F1 V0 Axis Measurement F2 V0 Axis Constant list F3 Date Time F4 Instrument constant Instrument Constant F1 PRISM F2 NON PRISM SHORT F3 NON PRISM LONG Instrument Constant EDM OFFSET mm 0 0 Modify YES NO Instrument Constant EDM OFFSET mm 0 0 This is not Prism Offset EXIT BS Instrument Constant EDM OFFSET mm 1 2 The old value will be erased OK CANCEL Complete 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 15 9 8 Inspection and Adjustment of Optic Axis for Auto Tracking GPT 8000A Series Activates auto tracking to the prism Confirm if the center of telescope reticle and the center of the prism is coincided Any error between them requires adjustment according to the follo
90. he vertical cross hair coincides to Point A Finally re tighten the four screws by the amount that they were loosened 3 Check once more and if the point travels the entire length of the vertical cross hair further adjustment is not required Note Perform following adjustment after completing the above adjustment Section 9 3 4 Collimation of the Instrument Section 9 4 Adjustment of Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument and Section 9 8 Inspection and Adjustment of Optic Axis for Auto Tracking GPT 8000A Series 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 7 9 3 4 Collimation of the Instrument Collimation is required to make the line of sight of the telescope perpendicular to the horizontal axis of the instrument otherwise it will not be possible to extend a straight line by direct means Check 1 Set the instrument up with clear sights of about 50 to 60meters 160 to 200 ft on both sides of the instrument 2 Level the instrument properly with the plate level 3 Sight Point A at approximately 50 meters 160 ft distance 4 Rotate the telescope 180 or 200g around the horizontal axis so that the telescope is pointed in the opposite direction 5 Sight Point B at equal distance as Point A 6 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis Fix a sight on Point A once more 7 Rotate the telescope 180 or 200g around the horizontal axis once more and fix a sight on Point
91. hree functions Tracking Indicator The tracking indicator status will be changed according to the type of auto tracking mode and its conditions A man from the prism side can recognize the status of instrument When angle measuring value turns stable during tracking still object the tracking indicator changes from quick continuous flashing to quick intermittent flashing So you can decide from the sign of flashing for recording data timing at one person surveying Meaning of Tracking Indicator ON or Flashing The function of the Tracking Indicator will be used as a guide to know the status of GPT 8000A series from the prism side This is not a function to determine precise collimating for measuring The quality of its results will depend on the weather conditions and the use s eyesight Sometimes happens difficulty of seeing the tracking indicator because too much bright of the beam for tracking Using Tracking Indicator mode will result shorter in reduced time out of the battery No light acceptance Minimum quantity level Maximum quantity leve Tracking Indicator Status of instrument Continuous ON Wait status Slow flashing Manual mode Quick continuous flashing In case angle measuring value is instable during auto tracking mode Quick intermittent flashing In case angle measuring value is stable during auto tracking mode 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 11 13 Point guide Point guide type of GPT 8000 ser
92. icating to an external device the protocol for handshaking can omit the ACK coming from the external device so data is not sent again OFF Omit the ACK ON Standard 8 NEZ REC Std Expand Record coordinates in standard or Data with slope distance and horizontal angle data For GPT 8000A series The following settings are effective for standard measurement modes only You are requested to set each time of each application such as EXTERNAL LINK in Program modes or other application software Serial port Setting parameters for RS232C Menu Selecting Item Contents S Port RS232C RC Selecting serial port RS 232C connector 1 6pins or Remote controller handle unit RC 2H Menu Selecting Item Contents 1 B Rate 1200 2400 4800 9600 Select the baud rate 2 Data L 7 8 Select the data length seven digits or eight digits 3 Parity none odd even Select the parity bit 4 Stop Bit 1 2 Select the stop bit 5 Delimit ETX CRLF Select the option OFF or ON for carriage return and line feed when collecting measurement data with a computer 6 REC A B A B Select the option to record the data REC A The measurement is started and new data is output REC B The data being displayed is output 7 Protocol OFF ON 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 OFF Omit the ACK ON S
93. icense Agreement SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT Embedded Products This software license agreement including the Warranty and Special Provisions set forth in the appendix or separate booklet included in this package is a legal agreement between you either an individual or an entity herein after End User and the manufacturer Embedded System Manufacturer of the embedded system containing software prod uct By using the embedded system on which software program s have been pre installed SOFT WARE you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of this agreement 1 GRANT OF LICENSE This License Agreement permits you to use the Microsoft SOFTWARE as preinstalled on the embedded system 2 INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY GPT 8000A 8000 SERIES contains intellectual property i e software programs that is licensed for the end user customer s use hereinafter End User This is not a sale of such intellectual property The End User shall not copy disassemble reverse engineer or decompile the software program 3 COPYRIGHT The SOFTWARE is owned by Microsoft Corporation or its suppliers and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions and all other applicable national laws Therefore you must treat the SOFTWARE like any other copyrighted material 4 U S GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS The SOFTWARE and documentation are provided with RE STRICT ED RIGHTS Use duplication or disclosure by the United States Governme
94. ies only This feature is most useful when doing stake out work The Point Guide s red LEDs on the GPT 8000 Series telescope assist the rod person in getting on line The Point Guide feature is fast and simple to use Operating Instructions Press the F1 key on the screen three to turn ON the Point Guide LEDs The Point guide icon on the display will become bright when turned ON Looking the objective lens of the telescope the right LED will blink and the left LED will stay lit The Point Guide should be used within a dis tance of 100 meters 328 ft The quality of its results will depend on the weather conditions and the use s eyesight The goal of the rod person is to look at both LEDs on the instrument and move the prism on line until both LEDs become equally bright If the solid LED is brighter move to the right If the blinking LED is brighter move to the left 14 Electric circular level graphic display Electric circular level can be displayed by graphic This function is good for level the instrument when the circular level is difficult to see directly Press the F4 GPT 8000A series on the screen three or F1 GPT 8000 series on the screen one key to display the graphic In the displays of reverse side the graphic bubble moves in reverse Rotate the leveling screws while observing the display After leveling press F1 The display changes to the previous mode 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 12 15 Laser Plumme
95. ilure do not disassemble the instrument Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer GPT 8000A series GPT 8000A series uses the visible laser beam for auto tracking and optical communication The GPT 8000A series products are manufactured and sold in accordance with Radiation Safety of Laser Products Equipment Classification Requirements and User s Guide IEC Publication 60825 1 or Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products FDA BRH 21 CFR 1040 provided on the safety standards for laser beam As per the said standards GPT 8000A series is classified as Class 2 CLASS II Laser Products The laser beam belongs not very dangerous type but we request you to keep and understand Safety standard for users as mentioned in the manual instruction In case of any failure do not disassemble the instrument Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer Labels Find the labels which describes the caution and safety about the laser beam as follows in GPT 8000A series We request you to replace it one anytime the caution labels are damaged or lost and paste a new one at the same place You can get the labels from Topcon or your dealer FOREWORD 6 Laser Plummet Model GPT 8000A 8000 series Laser plummet model use a visible laser beam to perform the plumb laser function The GPT 8000A 8000 series Laser plummet type products are manufactured and sold in accordance with Radiation Safety of Laser Products Equipment Classification R
96. ime data transmission between the total station and external instrument Press F1 EXIT key and confirm the connection cables are correct Other E80 s Data transmission error between internal P C B s Restart and confirm the operation procedure is correct E90 s Abnormality in internal memory system Repair is required E600 s Abnormality in angle measuring system If this error code continues to display repair is required E700 s Abnormality in angle measuring system If this error code continues to display repair is required E800 s In the self checking mode vibration is too big Get rid of the Vibration 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES 19 1 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES Remote Control System RC 2II Using together with RC 2II makes it possible to optical communication between the GPT 8000A series and RC 2II This gives easy operation for one man surveying Tribrach TR 5 This is detachable tribrach having tribrach fixing screw Trough compass Model 6 Shock proof construction No clamp is necessary when carrying the instrument Diagonal eyepiece Model 10 Observation in an easy posture will be provided up to the zenith position Optical plummet tribrach TR 5P This is detachable tribrach having built in optical plummet telescope Compatible with Wild Solar filter Model 6 A filter designed exclusively for direct collimation of the sun Solar filter of flap up type Solar reticle Model 6 A re
97. in menu icons F6 Parameters F1 Measurement F2 Communication F3 Password Password Input a password EXIT BS Password ON EXIT CHANGE ON OFF Password OFF EXIT CHANGE ON OFF Turning OFF the Password After a password is established you can disable the password option Once you disable the option the password input screen will not appear every time you power on the instrument Turning OFF the Password Option 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 8 Changing a Password Once a password is established you can change the original password The new password takes the place of the original password in memory Changing the Password Operating procedure Operation Display 1 From the main menu icons press F6 Para to access the parameters option menu Press F3 Password to access the password option F6 F3 2 Type in your password at the blinking cursor and press ENT 3 The password option screen will appear Press the F2 Change to change the current password Type password ENT F2 4 The password input screen will appear At the blinking cursor type in the new password and press the ENT key IMPORTANT DON T FORGET YOUR PASSWORD Type password ENT 5 The confirmation screen will appear to confirm your new password Type in the new password once again and press ENT Type password ENT 6 The password option screen will appear once again Press the F1
98. ion as on page 1 and press F3 VH F4 SD or F5 HD key N 12345 6789 E 12345 6789 PSM 0 0 Z 10 1234 PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD HD P1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 16 The following data will be output at each mode The display and the output at the coarse 1mm mode are the same as the contents above Output at the coarse 10mm mode is displayed as distance data only HD VD or SD Operating procedure Display 1 Operate the data collector to measure the distance Measurement will be started 2 The result will be shown and transferred to the Data Collector 3 The mode will automatically return to the distance measurement mode Mode Output Angle mode V HR or HL V in percent V HR or HL Horizontal distance mode V HR HD VD V HR HD VD Slope distance mode V HR SD V HR SD HD Coordinate mode N E Z HR V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD 10 1234 PPM 0 0 VD 1 234 m F R REC gt gt gt V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD 10 1234 PPM 0 0 VD 1 234 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P 1 4 4 DATA OUTPUT Result of measurement is transferred to Data Collector FC series from GPT 8000A 8000 series Example Distance measurement mode Confirm the distance measurement mode 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 17 Data output of
99. ire will be shown Card name ENT 5 Confirm the display and press F5 YES key 1 The display returns to main menu F5 1 To reset the card memory expire press F6 NO key and input new data MEMORY manage F1 Internal memory F2 Card memory Card name TOPCON Memory size 1967KByte Memory free 1951KByte Card battery expire 11 99 Init File RAM card memory format YES NO Card name Alpha SPC Card memory expire Today 1999 11 Validity 4 0 year Until 2003 11 YES NO 7 COMMUNICATION MODES 7 1 7 COMMUNICATION MODES Prog Std Mem Com Adj Para 2002 07 10 15 30 40 Press F4 key Communication F1 Protocol F2 Data file in F3 Data file out Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Select Internal memory or Card memory by pressing F1 or F2 key The memory capacity and the remaining memory capacity are shown Example Internal Memory 2 Press F6 File key Each File status File name File name extension Used memory capacity Date are shown Press the ESC key to return to the main menu icons F6 Memory manage F1 Internal memory F2 Card memory Memory size 1967KByte Memory free 1951KByte Battery expire 2004 01 Init File JIS DAT 1597 12 25 TOPCON DAT 1089 10 05 FC7 TXT 2450 09 11 HILL DAT 31777 08 19 Pro Ren Del Copy 7 1 Setting of PROTOCOL To transfer data files to and from the GPT 8000A 8000 Series and PC the Baud r
100. irst loosen the adjustment screw to move the laser Then tighten the adjustment screw on the oppo site side by an equal amount which will leave the tension of the adjustment screws unchanged Revolve in the counterclockwise direction to loosen and in the clockwise direction to tighten but revolve as little as possible Laser beam Top of view of the measuring point Laser is moved lower right Laser is moved upper right Laser is moved lower left Adjustment screws Laser is moved upper left Reference The laser can be moved by turning the adjustment screws clockwise as follows 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 10 9 4 Adjustment of Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument 1 Error of vertical axis X Y tilt sensor offset 2 Collimation error 3 Error of vertical angle 0 datum 4 Error of horizontal axis The above mentioned errors will be compensated by software which calculated internally according to each compensation value Also these errors can be compensated by software collimating one side of the telescope that is carried out to delete the error by turning in normal and reverse both sides of telescope so far Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Level the instrument properly with the plate level 2 Press F5 key from the main menu F5 3 Press F1 key F1 4 Collimate target A around 0 in horizontal within 3 in normal telescope setting FACE 1 Collimate A Normal 5
101. istance dHD relative elevation dVD and slope distance between prism A and B F6 7 To measure the distance between points A and C press F2 HD key 1 F2 8 Collimate point C Prism C and press F1 MEAS key Horizontal distance HD between the instrument and prism C will be shown Collimate C F1 MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 1 HD lt m MEAS SET MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 1 HD 123 456 m MEAS SET MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 2 HD m MEAS SET MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 2 HD lt m MEAS SET MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 2 HD 246 912 m MEAS SET MLM 1 dHD 123 456 m dVD 12 345 m dSD 12 456 m EXIT HD MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 2 HD m MEAS SET MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 2 HD lt m MEAS SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 10 9 Press F6 SET key The horizontal distance dHD relative elevation dVD and slope distance between prism A and C F6 10 To measure the distance between points A and D repeat procedure 7 to 9 1 1 To return to main menu press F1 EXIT and F5 YES key MLM 1 Horizontal Distance 2 HD 246 912 m MEAS SET MLM 1 dHD 123 456 m dVD 12 345 m dSD 12 456 m EXIT HD 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 11 5 5 Line Measurement LINE This mode is useful to obtain the line height Example Input of prism height Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 MORE key from programs menu to get the next page of program
102. istance mm Least Count in Measurement Fine measurement mode 1mm 0 005ft 0 2mm 0 001ft Coarse 1mm measurement mode 1mm 0 005ft Coarse 10mm measurement mode 10mm 0 02ft Measurement Display 10digit max display 999999 9999m Measurement Time Fine measurement mode 1mm 1 2 sec Initial 3 sec 0 2mm 3 sec Initial 4 sec Coarse 1mm measurement mode 0 5sec Initial 2 5sec Coarse 10mm measurement mode 0 3sec Initial 2 5sec The initial time will be different by a condition Atmospheric Correction Range 999 9ppm to 999 9ppm in 0 1ppm increments Prism Constant Correction Range 99 9 mm to 99 9 mm in 0 1 mm increments Coefficient Factor Meter Feet International feet 1meter 3 2808398501 ft US SURVEY feet 1meter 3 2808333333 ft Ambient Temperature Range 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Distance measurement Measurement range Non prism mode Target White wall Prism mode Condition 1 Sight haze with visibility about 20km 12 5miles moderate sunlight with light heat shimmer Atmospheric conditions In low light condition and without sun glare on target 3 to 120 m 9 8 to 394 ft Prism Atmospheric conditions Condition 1 Mini prism 2 to1 500m 6 6 to 4 920ft Prism type 2 with 1 prism 2 to 7 000m 6 6 to 22 900ft 20 SPECIFICATIONS 20 3 Electronic Angle Measurement Method Absolute reading Detecting system Horizontal 2 side
103. ith BT 56Q Based on the standard IEC60529 20 SPECIFICATIONS 20 4 Computer unit OS MS DOS Ver 3 22 Internal Memory System memory FEEPROM 512KB Main memory RAM 640 KB Data memory FEEPROM 2 MB Program memory FEEPROM 1 MB Application program memory FEEPROM 2 MB PC Card Slot Based on PC Card Standard 95 Memory card or ATA card Type l ll Max 32MB Rechargeable Battery BT 56Q This battery does not contain mercury Out put voltage 7 2 V Capacity 4 0 Ah Maximum operating time when fully recharged no optical communication at 20 C 68 F Weight 0 4kg 0 9 lbs Battery Charger BC 27BR BC 27CR Input voltage AC 120V BC 27BR AC 230V BC 27CR Frequency 50 60Hz Recharging time at 20 C 68 F Rechargeable battery BT 56Q Approx 2 5 hours Discharging time at 20 C 68 F Rechargeable battery BT 56Q 12 hours in case of full charge Operating temperature 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F Charging signal Red lamp illumination Refreshing signal Yellow lamp illumination Finishing signal Green lamp illumination Weight 0 4kg 0 9 lbs Battery using time will vary depending on environmental conditions and operations done with GPT 8000A 8000 series GPT 8000A series GPT 8000series Normal use about 2 5 hours about 4 hours Distance and Angle measurement about 4 hours about 4 hours APPENDIX APPENDIX 1 APPENDIX 1 Dual Axis Compensation Inclination of the ve
104. l Power switc h 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 3 V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 87 55 40 HR 180 44 12 PSM 0 0 SD 12 345 PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH HD NEZ Display Contents Display Content V V angle m Meter unit V Percent grade f Feet unit HR H angle right F Fine mode HL H angle left C Coarse mode 1mm HD Horizontal distance c Coarse mode 10mm VD Relative elevation R Repeat measurement SD Slope distance S Single measurement N N coordinate N N times measurement E E coordinate ppm Atmospheric correction value Z Z coordinate PSM Prism constant value EDM working NPM Non Prism constant value NP Non prism mode Battery Level Indicator Refer to Section 2 4 Battery Level Indicator for further information Rotation Indicator Refer to Section 1 8 Rotating Method for further information Laser plummet is working Only for laser plummet model 1 2 Display Display In general upper four lines display the measuring data and the bottom line displays the soft key function which is changed by the measuring mode Contrast The contrast and illumination of display window are adjusted by star key Heater Automatic The built in heater keeps the display functional when the temperature goes below 0 C 32 F To switch the heater ON or OFF refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE Wh
105. l angle for mislevel ment is displayed To ensure a precise angle measurement tilt sensors must be turned on The display can also be used to fine level the instrument If the TILT OVER display appears the instrument is out of auto matic compensation range and must be leveled manually V W X S P O T Q D U R Standing axis Zenith Inclination of the standing axis in the X direction Standing axis Zenith Inclination of the standing axis in the Y direction Trunnion axis Horizontal GPT 8000A 8000 series compensates both the vertical angle and the horizontal angle readings due to inclination of the standing axis in the X and Y directions For more information about dual axis compensation see Chapter APPENDIX Dual Axis Compensation The display of Vertical or Horizontal angle is unstable when instrument is on an unstable stage or a windy day You can turn off the auto tilt correction function of V H angle in this case To set TILT correction mode ON OFF refer to next page or Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE When the instrument tilted over correction range X Y X 00 00 00 Y 00 00 00 Rotate the leveling screws and level the instrument After leveling when each axis is within 1 30 the display returns to the previous mode automatically X Y tilt correction range within 4 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 7 Setting Tilt Correctio
106. le Power on Select program 8 Press F2 STORE key F2 9 Press F2 Recall NEZ key 10 Collimate P0 the former instrument point F2 Collimate P0 11 Press F5 YES key F5 The coordinates at P1 and direction angle toward P0 are set The display return to main menu 12 Repeat the procedure 1 11 as much as you wish 1 To reset the instrument height or prism height press F5 HT key Store NEZ N 123 456 m E 12 345 m Z 1 234 m gt SET OK YES NO Complete Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Retaining a Coordinate 1 Store NEZ 2 Recall NEZ Recall NEZ HR 300 10 20 gt Set OK YES NO Complete 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 5 5 3 Remote Elevation measurement REM To obtain elevation of the point at which setting the target prism is not possible place the prism at any point on the vertical line from the target then carry out REM procedure as follows 1 With prism height h input Example h 1 5m Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F3 REM key F3 2 Press F1 YES key F1 3 Enter prism height press ENT key Enter P HT ENT 4 Collimate prism Collimate P 5 Press F1 MEAS key Measuring starts F1 Target K Prism P Prism height G Instrument VD Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE REM Prism height 1 YES 2 NO REM 1 Prism Height P h m EXIT BS REM
107. level condition sensed by the compensators and the true level condition of the instrument may be disturbed In order to reestablish the correct relationship between the compensator and the true level condition of the instrument it is necessary to carry out the vertical indexing procedure listed on Section 9 4 Adjustment of Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument This adjustment will both reset the vertical index cause a direct indirect zenith reading to the same elevation to equal 360 and zero the level reference for the horizontal compen sator While correct vertical angles can be obtained by averaging direct and indirect reading even when the index is improperly adjusted the same is not true for horizontal angles Since the vertical axis error is fixed for a given setup its effect cannot be removed by averaging two readings For this reason it is extremely important to maintain the vertical indexing adjustment to insure proper correction of the horizontal angles APPENDIX APPENDIX 3 2 Precaution when Charging or Storing Batteries The capacity of battery will be affected and its service life shortened in any of the following cases while it is recharged discharged or stored 1 Recharging Fig 1 shows how ambient temperature at recharging is related to charging efficiency or as affect ing discharge capacity As seen from the figure charging at normal temperature is best and the efficiency decreases as the temperature ris
108. measuring MEAS F1 Starts slope distance measurement mode Changes Continuous N times single measurement mode MODE F2 Changes Fine Coarse 1mm Coarse 10mm mode VH F3 Angle measurement mode HD F4 Horizontal distance measurement mode Displays the horizontal distance data after N times or single measurement NEZ F5 Coordinate measurement mode Displays the coordinate after N times or single measurement TURN F1 Turns the instrument to required angle automatically SO F2 Stake out measurement mode MEAN F3 Sets the number of N time measurement m ft F4 Changes distance measurement unit to meter or feet Horizontal distance measuring MEAS F1 Starts horizontal distance measurement mode Changes continuous N times single measurement mode MODE F2 Changes Fine Coarse 1mm Coarse 10mm mode VH F3 Angle measurement mode SD F4 Slope distance measuring mode Display the slope distance after N times or single measurement NEZ F5 Coordinate measurement mode Displays the coordinate after N times or single measurement TURN F1 Turns the instrument to required angle automatically SO F2 Stake out measurement mode MEAN F3 Sets the number of N time measurement m ft F4 Switches meter or feet unit Coordinate measuring MEAS F1 Starts coordinate measurement mode Changes continuous N times single measurement mode MODE F2 Changes Fine Coarse 1mm Coarse 10mm mode VH F3 Angle me
109. ment REC A Measure the distance again and record the updated distance REC B Record the data for the last distance measurement on the display 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 25 2 Press the F2 key to select 2PARAMETER CABLE Speed setting screen will appear F2 3 Press the F3 or F4 key to select baud rate then press the F1 SET key to decide F3 or F4 F1 4 Set bit format in the same way F3 or F4 F1 5 Set DELIMITER Terminate in the same way F3 or F4 F1 6 Set RTS in the same way 7 Set REC TYPE in the same way F3 or F4 F1 To cancel the setting press the F6 EXIT key or the ESC key SPEED 9600 SET EXIT BIT FORMAT D8 S1 NONE SET EXIT TERMINATE ETX SET EXIT RTS Hi SET EXIT REC TYPE REC A SET EXIT Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM 3 Setting Parameters of RC Attach the remote controller handle unit RC 2H and set the parameters for communication with the remote controller system RC 2II Parameters 1 Channel Sets communication channel The same channel must be set for GPT 8000A series and RC 2RII Set channels 1 2 3 2 DELIMITER Terminate Selecting CR Carriage return or LF Line feed will be added at the end of data Set items ETX ETX CR ETX CRLF 3 Retry This is a method to retry setting for se
110. ment S A buzz OFF ON W corr OFF 0 14 0 20 N E Z mem OFF ON SET EXIT lt gt Parameters Measurement Pres Unit mmHg inHg hPa R L Lock OFF ON m ftLock OFF ON SET EXIT lt gt Parameters Measurement Pres Uni mmHg inHg hPa R L Lock OFF ON m ftLock OFF ON SET EXIT lt gt Parameters Measurement gt Set OK YES NO 8 2 2 Parameters for Communication Sample setting GPT 8000A series RS232C Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press the F6 key from the main menu icons F6 2 Press the F2 Communication key The screen in the right is indicated only for GPT 8000A series F2 This menu is only for GPT 8000A series Parameters F1 Measurement F2 Communication F3 Password Parameters Communication 1 Serial Port RS232C RC 2 Set RS232C 3 Set RC 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 6 3 Press the F2 Set RS232C key The next steps are same as Section 8 2 1 Parameters Setting for communication refer to the section 8 2 1 F2 The setting will reset to the default settings by pressing the F2 I GTS key 1200baudrate Even Stop 1 Delimit ETX Rec A Protocol ON NEZ REC Standard Factory default settings are indicated with underlines in Chapter 8 1 2 Parameters for communication In the setting of RC the settings of Baudrate data length Parity and Stop are fixed They will be indicated on the screen for your ref
111. meter are necessary for custom use The setting of the parameters can be done in the star key mode 3 4 1 Setting Items Items Selecting item Contents SEARCH PAT TERN PATTERN 1 The search range is the area to searched for the prism by rotating the telescope and body in searching PATTERN 2 SEARCH RANGE V 0 to 90 H 0 to180 The search range is the area to searched for the prism by rotating the telescope and body in searching The SEARCH range is decided from the point where the prism lost and the values will be set to plus and minus directions in horizontal and vertical Also it is enable to set each search pattern separately WAIT TIME 0 00 to1 00 00 1sec step The time the prism is lost before GPT 8000A series starts the searching If the mode is set to HOLD mode will not change to searching HOLD TRACKING SPEED SURVEY Select your purpose MACHINE CONTROL REFRECTOR TYPE PRISM The type of the refrector can be selected REFRECTOR TAPE 1 Search Patterns The search pattern is the rotating method of telescope and instrument to find the target prism in search mode Search pattern includes the following 2 ways that can be selected PATTERN 1 This pattern can be selected to search the prism at the point where the prism is lost Instrument searches in up down direction gradually from the point where the prism is lost The searching is arranged to 2 times until the prism is found The auto tr
112. movement In case following the vertical angle to the movement of telescope SD Slope Distance and VD Vertical Distance will be changed according to the movement of telescope Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE OFFSET MEASUREMENT 1 ANGLE OFFSET 2 DIST OFFSET 3 PLANE OFFSET 4 COLUMN OFFSET ANGLE OFFSET 1 FREE V ANGLE 2 HOLD V ANGLE 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 16 4 Select the vertical angle FREE or HOLD 1 F1 or F2 5 Collimate prism P and press the F1 MEAS key 1 The horizontal distance from the instrument to the prism will be measured Collimate P F1 6 Collimate point A0 using the horizontal motion clamp and horizontal tangent screw Collimate A0 7 To show the slope distance of point A0 press the F2 SD key F2 8 To show the coordinates press the F3 NEZ key 2 F3 1 To set the prism height or instrument height press the F5 HT key 2 To repeat angle offset measurement press the F1 NEXT key The display will return to step 5 ANGLE OFFSET HD m MEAS HT ANGLE OFFSET HD lt m MEAS HT ANGLE OFFSET HR 20 3 0 40 HD 20 000 m VD 0 000 m NEXT SD NEZ REC ANGLE OFFSET HR 30 0 0 00 HD 20 000 m VD 0 000 m NEXT SD NEZ REC ANGLE OFFSET V 90 00 00 HR 30 0 0 00 SD 20 000 m NEXT HD NEZ REC ANGLE OFFSET N 17 321 m E 10 000 m Z 0 000 m NEXT S
113. mple 70 20 30 F6 F2 Input value 4 Press ENT key 2 When completed normal measuring from the required Horizontal angle is possible ENT 1 To revise wrong value move cursor with F6 BS key or input from the beginning by F1 EXIT key to correct value 2 With wrong input value for example 70 setting will not be completed Input again from step 3 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 TURN HSET R L V TILT P2 H SET HR H SET HR 70 203 EXIT BS V 90 10 20 HR 70 20 30 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 4 1 4 Vertical Angle Percent Grade Mode Make sure the mode is Angle measurement Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F6 key to get the function as on page 2 F6 2 Press F4 V key 1 F4 1 Every time pressing the F4 V key the display mode switches V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 TURN HSET R L V TILT P2 V 0 30 HR 120 30 40 TURN HSET R L V TILT P 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 4 4 1 5 Automatic Rotation to a Required Horizontal and Vertical Absolute Angle The GPT 8000A 8000 series can be rotated to a required horizontal and vertical absolute angle by direct key input Example Both vertical and horizontal angle Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press the F6 key to display the second soft key page F6 2 Press the F1 TURN key F1 3
114. n by Soft Key Enable you to select tilt ON OFF function on page 2 The setting performed here will be memorized after powering OFF Example Setting X Y Tilt ON 2 7 Compensation of Systematic Error of Instrument 1 Error of vertical axis X Y tilt sensor offset 2 Collimation error 3 Error of vertical angle 0 datum 4 Error of horizontal axis The above mentioned errors can be compensated by software which calculated internally according to each compensation value Also these errors can be compensated by software collimat ing one side of the telescope that is carried out to delete the error by turning in normal and reverse both sides of telescope so far To adjust or reset the above compensation value see Chapter 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT Enable you to stop this function see Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE or Chapter 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT Operating procedure Option Display 1 Press F6 key to get the function page 2 F6 2 Press F5 TILT key Current setting is displayed 1 F5 3 Press F2 ON 2 key The display shows tilt correction value F2 4 Press F1 key The display returns previous mode F1 1 Pressing F6 ESC key the display returns previous mode The tilt sensor setting will be stored in memory when the instrument is turned OFF The tilt sensor option can also be changed in the Parameter Setting Modes When you change the tilt sensor option in the angle meas
115. n mind these points Also when providing a base line in a building please note that the difference in temperature greatly changes the length measured in the building If a difference of 5mm or over is the result from the comparative measurement the following proce dure as shown below could be used to change the instrument constant 1 Provide point C on a straight line connecting straight line AB which is almost horizontal and about 100m long and measure straight lines AB AC and BC A C B 2 Obtain the instrument constant by repeating 1 above several times Instrument constant AC BC AB 3 When there is error between written instrument constant value and calculated value review the Section 9 7 How to Set the Instrument Constant Value procedure 4 Once again measure at a calibrated baseline and compare with the instrument base line the length 5 If using above procedure and no difference is found from the instrument constant at the factory or a difference of over 5mm is found contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer 9 1 1 Checking of the accuracy of the non prism mode If you reset the instrument constant you must check the accuracy of the non prism mode 1 Set a prism 30 to 50 meter apart from the instrument and measure the distance to the prism by prism mode 2 Take off the prism and set a white board 3 Change the mode to the non prism mode and measure the distance to the board 4 Repeat abo
116. n the battery life is over or the battery is broken down Replace the battery to new one To install 1 Place the battery to the instrument 2 Gentry push the battery and clicks into position 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING 13 2 Do not charge or discharge continuously otherwise the battery and the charger may be deteriorated If charging or discharging is necessary use the charger after stopping charge for approximately 30 minutes Do not charge the battery or discharge the battery in right after the battery is charged it causes deterioration of the battery in rare cases The charger may develop heat while charging there is no problem of it Note 1 Recharging should take place in a room with an ambient temperature range of 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 104 F 2 If charging is done at high temperature charging time of the battery may take longer 3 Exceeding the specified charging time may shorten the life of the battery and should be avoided if possible 4 The battery source will discharge when stored and should be checked before using with instrument 5 Be sure to charge as stored battery source every 3 or 4 months and store in a place at 30 C and below when it will not used for a long period If you allow the battery to be completely discharged it will have an effect on the overall performance for proper charging in the future Keep batteries charged at all times 6 For further information
117. nd calculate angle error by the following formula Angle error Angleerror range Measuring dis ce tan 1 tan 14 2 100x103 1 tan 29 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 1 3 1 Automatic Tracking Measuring the moving target in automatic tracking mode It is possible to perform auto tracking only in prism mode When switched to the automatic tracking mode it becomes prism mode from NP mode automatically Moreover after the end of an automatic tracking does not return to Non prism mode The Coarse 10mm mode is used for the moving target Use a keyboard on the eyepiece side When the keyboard on the opposition side is used an error will be displayed to protect a worker from the radiation of the laser 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATON GPT 8000A series WARNING Cause eye injury or blindness Do not stare into beam CAUTION Let the laser beam reach the aimed object or the target without anybody else in the laser beam path In case you operate laser beam open avoid radiating laser beam to the height of man s head It is quite possible for the beam to enter into one s eyes and it is possible to lose visual sight temporarily and lose one s caution and awareness of other dangers avoid glaring beam GPT 8000A series WARNING CAUTI
118. nding data again during communication with remote controller RC 2II Set items Standard Divided Standard Gives good for fast communication This is offered in normal condition Divided Using in bad condition such in long distance bad condition of sight strong heat simmer or happens cut off the optical path in such cases it takes long time for communication or results failure You are offered to set Divided item 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 26 4 REC TYPE Select the option to record the data for the distance measurement REC A Measure the distance again and record the updated distance REC B Record the data for the last distance measurement on the display 4 Setting Parameters for Radio Modem Set the parameters for Radio Modem Parameters 1 Channel Only for certain market Sets communication channel The same channel must be set for GPT 8000A series and Radio Modem Set channels A B C Operating procedure Operation Display Execute Section 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A to start EXT LINK of compatible communication program of AP L1 1 Press the F2 Setting key F2 2 Press the F3 key to select 3 PARAMETER RC F3 3 Select a channel by pressing the F3 or F4 key then press the F1 SET key F3 or F4 F1 4 Select Terminate by pressing the F3 or F4 key then press the F1 SET key F3 or F4 F1 5 Select Retry by p
119. ng displayed is output 1 8 Rotating Method 1 8 1 Rotating by H V Shuttle and H V Jog H V shuttle or H V jog can be used to rotate the instrument manually The shuttle movement or displacement is proportional in speed and size of angle desired A small slow turn of the shuttle will result in a slow small angle displaced Likewise a larger abrupt turn of the shuttle will result in a coarse angle displacement H V jog can be used for accurate collimating of the target much like a standard tangent screw 1 8 2 Auto Inversion Pressing the F4 key in Star Key mode causes the instrument to reverse and turn the telescope and instrument automatically To stop auto rotating by auto inversion key in case of emergency press any keys except POWER key The symbol mark will blink while the laser plummet is working V 87 55 45 5 HR 180 44 12 5 SD HD NEZ 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 13 During auto rotation don t disturb the instrument Stopping the rotation with a touch of the hand Such action may cause trouble or harm to instrument or operator See Section 1 5 Star key mode for further instructions 1 8 3 Rotating automatically to a required Horizontal and Vertical angle In Standard Measurement Modes the instrument can be rotated automatically by input a required horizontal and or vertical angle For further instructions see Section 4 1 5 Automatic Rotation to a Required Horizontal and Vertical Absolute Angle
120. nning through the centers of two leveling screws say A and B Use these two leveling screws only and place the bubble in the center of the plate level 2 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis and check bubble movement of the plate level If the bubble has been displaced then proceed with the following adjustment Adjustment 1 Adjust the level adjustment capstan screw with the accessory adjusting pin and return the bubble towards the center of the plate level Correct only one half of the displacement by this method 2 Correct the remaining amount of the bubble displacement with the leveling screws 3 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis once more and check bubble movement If the bubble is still displaced then repeat the adjustment 9 3 2 Checking Adjusting the Circular Level Adjustment is required if the axis of the circular level is also not perpendicular to the vertical axis Check 1 Carefully level the instrument with the plate level only If the bubble of the circular level is centered properly adjustment is not required Otherwise proceed with the following adjustment Adjustment 1 Shift the bubble to the center of the circular level by adjusting three capstan adjustment screws on the bottom surface of the circular level with the accessory adjusting pin Leveling screw A Plate level Leveling screw B Level adjustment capstan screw Half amount of displac
121. nt is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph c 1 ii of The Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at DFARS 252 227 7013 or subparagraphs c 1 and 2 of the Commercial Computer Software Restricted Rights at 48 CFR 52 227 19 as applicable Manufacturer is Microsoft Corporation One Microsoft Way Redmond WA 98052 6399 Please see the Warranty and Special Provisions for information concerning governing law Product support for the SOFTWARE is not provided by Microsoft Corporation or its subsidiaries For product sup port please refer to Embedded System Manufacturer s support number provided in the documentation for the embedded system Should you have any questions concerning this Agreement or if you desire to contact Embedded System Manufacturer for any other reason please refer to the address provided in the documentation for your embedded sys tem FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS PERTAINING TO YOUR COUNTRY PLEASE RE FER TO EMBEDDED SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION OR THE WARRANTY AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS BOOK LET INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE APPENDIX WARRANTY AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS LIMITED WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Embedded System Manufacturer warrants that a the SOFTWARE will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying written materials for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of receipt Any implied warranties on the SOFTWARE are limited to ninety 90 days Some states jurisdi
122. oes not display the average distance because of single measurement It has been set at single measurement at fac tory 1 Setting the number of times Confirm the angle measurement mode 2 Measuring Method Confirm the angle measurement mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F1 SD or F2 HD key 2 Press F6 key to get the function page as 2 F2 F6 3 Press F3 MEAN key F3 4 Input the setting the number of times and press ENT key 1 Example 4 times N times measurement starts F4 ENT V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 REC SO MEAN m ft P2 Average times N 0 EXIT BS V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m F N REC SO MEAN m ft P2 1 Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Collimate the center of the prism Collimate 2 Select the measurement mode by pressing F1 SD or F2 HD key Example Horizontal distance N times measurement starts F2 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD PPM 0 0 VD m F N MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 8 The average value is displayed following with buzzer sound and mark disappears Press F1 MEAS key for re measuring after the measurement in held
123. or AC 120V use BC 27CR for AC 230V use Approx 2 5h PC 5 or PC 6 AC 6 GPT 8000A 8000 series External 12V battery PC 6 PC 5 16 PRISM SYSTEM 16 1 16 PRISM SYSTEMS Arrangement according to your needs is possible Use the above prisms after setting them at the same height as the instruments To adjust the height of prism set change the position of fixing screws Plug 3 is necessary for the tribrach adaptor 2 tribrach adaptor S2 and pole adaptor F2 to coincide with the height of GPT 8000A GPT 8000 series 17 PRECAUTIONS 17 1 17 PRECAUTIONS 1 For transportation hold by the handle or yoke of the instrument Never hold by the lens barrel as it can affect the fixing bracket inside and reduce the accuracy of the instrument 2 Never expose the instrument without a filter to direct sunlight It may damage the components inside the instrument 3 Never leave the instrument unprotected in high temperature The temperature inside instrument may easily reach up to 70 C or above and will reduce the service life 4 When a high degree of precision is required for measurement provide shade against direct sunlight for the instrument and tripod 5 Any sudden change of temperature to the instrument or prism may result in a reduction of measuring distance range i e when taking the instrument out from a heated vehicle 6 When opening the carrying case and taking out the instrument place the case horizontally then
124. our battery Your battery has been fully charged before leaving the factory but its capacity may be affected considerably when it takes several months to reach you if it is stored at high temperature area or passes through a high temperature region Then the battery must be recharged and discharged 3 4 times to fully restore its capacity And the battery should always be stored at normal temperature or lower if it will not be used for any long period This helps your battery have a longer service life APPENDIX APPENDIX 4 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 20 40 60 80 100 120 0 Ambient temperature when charging i j Charging efficiency discharge capaci ty 0 1C charge Fig 1 Recharging Discharge 0 2 E V Temperature at discharge 20 0 20 40 20 40 60 80 100 120 0 Ambient temperature i j Discharge capacity i j 0 2C discharge Fig 2 Discharge 1C discharge 60 20 Charging 0 1C 16hours Charging temperature 20 1 2 3 20 40 60 80 100 0 0 60 45 0 20 Remaining capacity ratio i j Storing period month Fig 3 Storage Charging 0 1C 16hours Discharge 0 2 C E V 1 0V LICENSE AGREEMENT END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE EMBEDDED SYSTEM WHICH CONTAINS MI CROSOFT SOFTWARE By using the embedded system containing software you indicate your acceptance of the following Software L
125. possible we recommend to use switching holder prism constant value 0 or 30mm and set to 30mm Compensation value of 30mm Prism constant value 0mm Prism constant value 30mm Measuring point Inclined angle Prism Instrument point Inclined angle 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 11 Prism type 2 Normal prism Prism type 3 or 5 Prism unit A2 A3 C 40 C 30 0 30 20 10 22 14 6 2 0 C 0 mm 5 4 2 0 mm C 0 C 30 C 40 6 3 1 1 30 20 10 0 Distance Measuring error Angle measuring error Inclined angle degree Inclined angle degree Increasing distance range Angle error range 2 18 4 C 30 C 20 C 0 C 20 C 30 10 20 30 1 0 1 2 3 4 0 C 0 4 0 8 12 0 10 20 30 Increasing distance range Angle error range Distance Measuring error Angle measuring error Inclined angle degree Inclined angle degree mm mm Example In case Prism constant value C 0mm Prism inclination 20 Measuring distance 100m by Prism type 2 Distance error is From the graph prism type 2 the distance error shows in increasing range quantity 2 5mm along curved line of C 0 when prism inclination is 20 Angle error is From the graph prism type 2 along curved line of C 0 with prism inclination of 20 find angle error quantity 14 2mm a
126. product or an unusable product 5 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage and loss of profits caused by usage except for explained in the user manual 6 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement or action due to connecting with other products FOREWORD 5 Symbol marks while the laser is emitting The following symbol marks of instrument status will indicate that the laser is emitting Beam aperture Warning Label GPT 8000A series Explanatory Label Beam aperture C A U T I O N Each label is differed by the market CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM LASER RADIATION Maximum output 1mW Wave length 690nm CW V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 The symbol mark Marks Status of instrum ent Auto collimating Auto tracking Waiting Searching Laser Safety Distance measurement GPT 8000A 8000 series uses the invisible laser beam to measure the distance The GPT 8000A 8000 series are manufactured and sold in accordance with Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products FDA BRH 21 CFR 1040 or Radiation Safety of Laser Products Equipment Classification Requirements and User s Guide IEC Publication 60825 1 provided on the safety standard for laser beam As per the said standard the GPT 8000 series is classified as Class 1 l Laser Products In case of any fa
127. r Each setting tracking parameter of instrument will be out put according to the command type Mode setting Setting of angle measurement Each selecting mode in horizontal angle or angle measurement can be decided according to the purpose of command Setting of distance measurement Setting the measurement mode for distance measurement Setting coordinate of instrument point Setting the coordinate of instrument point Setting the tracking parameter Setting each tracking parameter according to the command T I ON OFF ON OFF of Tracking indicator Action Rotating command Rotating of setting angle Inversion Inversion movement Setting tracking mode Setting from automatic tracking mode to each command mode 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 1 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 1 Power Connection unnecessary if on board Ni MH battery BT 56Q is used See below for connecting the external battery pack Battery pack BT 3Q Power cord PC 5 is used Large capacity battery pack BT 3L Power cord PC 6 is used When using a external battery the rechargeable battery BT 56Q should be attached The instrument will lack in balance if the internal battery BT 56Q is removed The external battery and the internal battery can be used at the same time The GPT 8000A 8000 series will select a battery due to the battery remaining automatically Connector ends PC 5 PC 6 PC 5 PC 6 BT 3Q
128. rection for refraction and earth curvature taken into account Follow the Formula below for converting horizontal and vertical distances Note The coefficient of the instrument has been set at 0 14 before shipment K 0 14 if the K value is to be changed refer to 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE Horizontal distance D AC or BE Vertical distance Z BC or EA D L cos 2 sin Z L sin cos L cos 2R Earth curvature correcting item K Lcos 2R Atmospheric refraction correcting item K 0 14 or 0 2 Coefficient of refraction R 6372km Radius of earth or Altitude angle L Slope distance The conversion formula for horizontal and vertical distances is as follows when correction for refraction and earth curvature is not applied D L cos Z L sin 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING 13 1 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING 13 1 Rechargeable Battery BT 56Q To remove Remove the battery while pulling both battery fixing levers BT 56Q BC 27BR CR Battery fixing lever AC outlet To charge 1 Plug the charger into the outlet 2 Connect the charger connector to the battery then charging will start Preparatory charging will start The red lamp of the charger will blink When the preparatory charging is completed the charging status will be switched to
129. ressing the F3 or F4 key then press the F1 SET key F3 or F4 F1 6 Set REC TYPE in the same way F3 or F4 F1 To cancel the setting press the F6 EXIT key or the ESC key EXTERNAL LINK 1 Execute 2 Setting Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM CHANNEL 1 SET EXIT TERMINATE ETX SET EXIT RETRY Standard SET EXIT REC TYPE REC A SET EXIT Setting 1 CABLE RADIO MODEM RC 2 PARAMETER CABLE 3 PARAMETER RC 4 PARAMETER RADIO MODEM 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 27 2 REC TYPE Select the option to record the data for the distance measurement REC A Measure the distance again and record the updated distance REC B Record the data for the last distance measurement on the display 5 7 3 Carrying out Communication Operating procedure Operation Display Execute Section 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A to start EXT LINK of compatible communication program of AP L1 1 Press the F2 Setting key F2 2 Press the F4 key to select PARAMETER RADIO MODEM The channel setting display is provided only for certain market F4 F3 or F4 F1 3 Set REC TYPE in the same way F3 or F4 F1 Operating procedure Operation Display Execute Section 5 7 1 Starting compatible communication program of AP L1A to start EXT LI
130. rtical axis with respect to true vertical will result in incorrectly measured horizontal angles The extent of the error in horizontal angle measurement due to axis tilt depends on three factors the amount of the tilt of axis the elevation of the target the horizontal angle between the direction of tilt of the vertical axis and the target These factors are related by the following formula Hzerr V sin tanh where v tilt of axis in arcseconds azimuth angle between vert axis direction and target h elevation of target Hzerr error in horizontal angle Example When the vertical axis is tilted by 30 arcseconds the target is 10 above the horizon and rotated 90 in azimuth from the direction of the vertical axis error Hzerr 30 sin tan10 Hzerr 30 1 0 176326 5 29 From the above example it can be seen that horizontal angle errors will increase with steeper vertical sights tangent will increase as vertical angle increases and will be at a maximum when the target is at right angles sin 90 1 to the direction of the vertical axis error Errors will be at a minimum when the sights are nearly horizontal h 0 tan0 0 and in the same direction as the vertical axis error 0 sin0 0 Please refer to the table below to see the relationship between axis tilt v and elevation h and the error in horizontal angles which results from these factors 0 1 5 10 30 45
131. s F6 2 Press F1 LINE key F1 3 Press F1 YES key F1 4 Input the prism height and press ENT key Input P h ENT HD VD P h Prism A Off G L Prism B Instrument LH Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE LINE Prism height 1 YES 2 NO LINE Prism height P h m EXIT BS LINE lt STEP 1 gt PT A HD m MEAS SET 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 12 5 Collimate prism A and press F1 MEAS key The distance measurement will start Horizontal distance is displayed Collimate A F1 6 Press F6 SET key and horizontal distance will be recorded F6 7 Collimate prism B and press F1 MEAS key The distance measurement will start Horizontal distance is displayed Collimate B F1 8 Press F6 SET key and horizontal distance will be recorded F6 9 Sight line point L Measured data to the line point L is displayed VD Vertical distance HD Horizontal distance from the instrument to L Off Horizontal distance from A to L Sight L 10 Press F2 LH key This function is used when measuring the line height from the ground The procedure is as follows Sight the point on the line before pressing this key Don t move the horizontal tangent screw by setting ground point G F2 LINE lt STEP 1 gt P T A HD lt m LINE lt STEP 1 gt PT A HD 50
132. s ON Set correction for refraction and earth curvature mode OFF or measure out of 9 from the zenith or Nadir H angle measuring error Displayed when the instrument rotated too fast or any abnormality occurs in angle measuring system The instrument will return to previous mode automatically V angle measuring error Displayed when the telescope rotated too fast or any abnormality occurs in angle measuring system The instrument will return to previous mode automatically E31 Displayed when the unit of the angle at the recall mode is different from the unit stored in setting mode Make the unit in same unit system E35 Displayed when REM measurement carried out to the range from zenith or nadir 6 Operate in the range out of 6 from the zenith or nadir E36 Displayed when the N E coordinates are set same as the instrument coordinate in setting direction angle or lay out mode Set except the instrument coordinate value E60 s Any abnormality occurs with EDM distance measuring system Repair is required E71 Displayed when Vertical angle 0 position is set with incorrect procedure Confirm the procedure and readjust E72 Displayed when Vertical angle position is adjusted in wrong position Confirm the procedure and readjust E73 The instrument was not leveled when Vertical angle 0 position is adjusted Level the instrument then carry the adjustment work E81 E82 Mainly at the t
133. s Vertical 2 sides Minimum reading GPT 8001A 8001 1 0 5 0 5mgon 0 1mgon 5mmil 2mmil reading GPT 8002A 8002 1 0 5 0 5mgon 0 1mgon 5mmil 2mmil reading GPT 8003A 8003 5 1 1mgon 0 2mgon 20mmil 5mmil reading GPT 8005A 8005 5 1 1mgon 0 2mgon 20mmil 5mmil reading Minimum reading of GPT 8002A 8002 will be differed by the market Accuracy Standard deviation based on DIN 18723 GPT 8001A 8001 1 0 3mgon GPT 8002A 8002 2 0 6mgon GPT 8003A 8003 3 1mgon GPT 8005A 8005 5 1 5mgon Diameter of circle 71mm Tilt Correction Method Automatic vertical and Horizontal index Liquid type Compensating Range 4 Correction unit 1 0 1mgon Others Instrument height 196mm 7 7 in Base unit detachable Height from the tribrach dish to the center of telescope Level sensitivity Circular level 10 2mm Plate level 30 2 mm Optical Plummet Telescope Magnification 3 x Focusing range 0 5m to infinity Image Erect Field of view 4 Laser Plummet only for Laser plummet type Light source LD Visible laser Wave length 633nm Out put 1mW maximum Laser class CLASS 2 ll laser product Dimension 325 H x 229 W x 211 L mm 12 8 H x 8 9 W x 8 3 L in Weight GPT 8000A series with battery 7 7kg 17 0 lbs GPT 8000 series with battery 7 5kg 16 5 lbs Plastic carrying case 5 4kg 11 9 lbs Durability Protection against water and dust IP54 w
134. s the amount of free internal memory See Chapter 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES for further options and instructions Low OFF Middle High 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 10 10 Set audio mode The light acceptance quantity level Signal level is displayed in this mode When reflected light from the prism is received a buzzer sounds This function is good for easy collimation when the target is difficult to find Press the F1 key on screen 3 GPT 8000A series or F2 key on screen 1 GPT 8000 series The received return signal level is displayed with bar graph as follows 1 To stop the buzzer see Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 2 Also it is possible to display the signal level in Distance Measuring Mode 11 Setting Temperature Pressure Atmospheric correction value PPM Prism constant value PSM The temperature pressure PPM and PSM can be viewed by pressing the F2 key on screen 3 GPT 8000A series or F3 key on screen 1 GPT 8000 series The received return signal level is displayed with bar graph as follows Refer to Chapter 10 SETTING THE PRISM NON PRISM CONSTANT VALUE and Chapter 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION for further instructions 12 Tracking Indicator GPT 8000A series A man who is staying on line with the direction of GPT 8000A series or automatic tracking status by emitted LED light orange color from GPT 8000A series Operation Pressing F3 key on the screen t
135. see APPENDIX 2 Precaution when Charging or Storing Batteries 14 DETACH ATTACH OF TRIBRACH 14 1 14 DETACH ATTACH OF TRIBRACH The instrument is easily detached or attached to the tribrach Detachment 1 Loosen the tribrach fixing screw 2 Loosen the tribrach fixing lever by turning counterclockwise 3 Lift the instrument straight upwards and off Attachment 1 Coincide the white alignment piece on the lower part of the instrument with the tribrach alignment groove 2 Tighten the tribrach fixing lever firmly by turning clockwise 3 Tighten the tribrach fixing screw Locking the Tribrach Fixing lever The tribrach fixing lever can be locked from being moved accidentally This is useful if the upper instrument section is not being detached very often Simply tighten the securing screw on the fixing lever with the accessory screw driver Alignment piece Tribrach alignment groove 15 BATTERY SYSTEM 15 1 15 BATTERY SYSTEM In case of Rechargeable Battery BT 56Q In case of External battery Pack BT 3Q BT 3L BT 56Q GPT 8000A 8000 series BT 3Q BC 10B BC 10C Approx 15h BC 5 BC 9 BT 3L BC 6 Normal BC 10B for AC 120V use BC 10C for AC 230V use Normal for AC 100V 120V 220V 240V use Quick for DC 13 8 to 16V use Quick for AC 100V 120V 220V 240V use Approx 1h Approx 15h Approx 2h Charging BT 56Q Charging time BC 27BR CR Quick BC 27BR f
136. ss F2 S O key and press ENT key 3 Enter the relative elevation for stake out and press ENT key The measuring starts F2 ENT Enter value ENT 4 Collimate the target Prism The difference between the measured distance and the standard distance is displayed To return to normal distance measurement mode reset the standard distance to 0 or turn the power switch off Resume mode OFF once V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 TURN SO MEAN m ft P2 SO HD 0 000 VD EXIT BS V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 dVD m F R TURN SO MEAN m ft P2 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PSM 0 0 HD 12 345 PPM 0 0 dVD 0 09 m F R TURN SO MEAN m ft P 2 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 11 4 3 1 Setting Coordinate Values of Occupied Point The occupied point coordinates NEZ can be preset in the GPT 8000A 8000 Series to calculate the unknown point coordinates It is possible to retain the occupied coordinates in memory once the power is turned OFF if the NEZ mem is ON in the Parameter Setting Modes IF NEZ mem is OFF in the Parameter Setting Modes the occupied coordinates will be retained only if you choose Resume ON when shutting the power OFF For instructions on how to select NEZ memory ON OFF refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE N E z n e Prism n e z Inst Poin
137. ssified in Measurement and Communication Menu Selecting Item Contents 1 Ang Unit deg gon mil Select degree 360 gon 400G or mil 6400M for the measuring angle unit to be shown on the display 2 Min Angle OFF ON Select the minimum display angle reading ON or OFF GPT 8001A 8001 OFF 1 ON 0 5 GPT 8002A 8002 OFF 1 ON 0 5 GPT 8003A 8003 OFF 5 ON 1 GPT 8005A 8005 OFF 5 ON 1 Minimum angle of GPT 8002A 8002 will be differed by the market 3 Tilt OFF Vertical Dual Select the tilt sensor option for OFF 1axis vertical only or 2axis vertical and horizontal 4 Err corr OFF ON Select the error correction ON or OFF for collimation and error adjustment Note Perform this item after complete section 9 4 For more information refer to Section 9 4 Adjustment of Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument and Section 9 5 Showing Constant List and Switch ON OFF Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument 5 V 0 Zenith Level Select the vertical angle reading for Zenith 0 or Horizontal 0 6 HAmem CLEAR MEMORY It is able to retain presetting angle after turning power off MEMORY Note After changing this parameter turn the power switch off once 7 Turn Fine Normal Coarse Select the stopping accuracy of automatic rotation to required angle Fine 3 Normal 5 Coarse 10 8 Auto colli Fine Normal Coarse Select the accuracy of automatic collimation
138. such Distance measurement Coordinate meas urement and Offset measurement To switch over Prism mode to Non prism mode or contrary press the F5 key in star key mode NP of Non prism mode indicator will blink at the right corner of the display in Non prism mode measurement and Non prism constant value NPM will be displayed Changing mode shall be done before measurement If happened collimating the near distance prism in Non prism mode measurement will not be done because of too much light V 90 10 20 5 NP HR 120 30 40 5 NPM 0 0 HD PPM 0 0 VD m F R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 Non prism mode indicator Distance measurement mode Example Non prism constant valu 4 2 1 Setting of the Atmospheric Correction When setting the atmospheric correction obtain the correction value by measuring the temperature and pressure Setting the atmospheric correction is in the STAR key mode see Chapter 11 SETTING ATMOS PHERIC CORRECTION 4 2 2 Setting of the Correction for Prism Constant Non prism Constant Topcon s prism constant value is 0 Set correction for prism at 0 If the prism is of another manufac ture the appropriate constant shall be set beforehand Setting the prism constant value is in the STAR key mode see Chapter 10 SETTING THE PRISM NON PRISM CONSTANT VALUE Note Confirm that Non prism correction value is set at zero before measurement target such as a wall in Non prism mode 4 STANDARD MEAS
139. t Only for Laser Plummet type Laser plummet option will help you to center the instrument easily onto the measurement point Press the star key to view the instrument options Since there are three screens of options press F6 soft key twice to view the screen 3 Press the F1 key GPT 8000 series or F5 key GPT 8000A series to turn on off of laser plum met option Laser plummet icon will change as follows Symbol mark while the laser is emitting The following symbol mark will indicate that the laser is emitting Laser Plummet auto cut off function The laser plummet will be turned off automatically after 1 to 99 minutes Default 3 minutes It is also possible to stop the auto cut off function Refer to Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE to change the time or to invalidate the function 1 6 Auto Power Off The Auto Power OFF feature can be set from 1 to 99 minutes If no keys are pressed within the set time the Auto Power OFF will automatically turn the instrument OFF in order to save the battery time See Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE for further instructions 1 7 Data Output When GPT 8000A 8000 series receives data output command from an external connected device the measured data will be output by GPT 8000A 8000 series Select from the following 2 ways for the output For setting see Chapter 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE REC A The measurement is started and new data is output REC B The data bei
140. t good by the heat shimmer or other bad weather condition in the long distance of the auto tracking limit can be happened not certain tracking or not tracking at the center of the prism V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 PS M 0 0 HD lt PPM 0 0 VD m c R MEAS MODE VH SD NEZ P1 Star key mode Tracking status Waiting status The target prism is lost The target prism is not found for some time Searching status Automatic tracking Normal mode F1 The target prism is found Tracking status Waiting status Searching stat us 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 3 Operating procedure Option Display 1 Manually collimate the target prism roughly using V H jog shuttle 2 Press the star key 3 Press the F2 key The instrument begins to collimate When it searches the prism F2 4 Choose measuring modes by pressing the soft keys Measuring starts Sample Horizontal distance measuring F2 In case the instrument could not find the prism during auto collimating the auto collimating mode returns to normal mode after displaying the mark as follows If any key is pressed during auto collimating the auto collimating mode returns to normal mode After auto collimating is finished the instrument does not track the prism even if the prism is moved The auto tracking can be done correctly in the time of shaking prism or in bad w
141. tC Origin 0 0 0 Confirm the angle measurement mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F3 NEZ key 2 press F6 key to get the function as on page 2 F3 F6 3 Press F5 SET key The previous data will be shown F5 V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 N lt E PSM 0 0 Z PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD HD P1 TURN HT MEAN m ft SET P2 Setting occ point N 12345 6700 E 12 3400 Z 10 2300 EXIT BS 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 12 4 Input new data and press ENT key 1 Measuring starts N coord ENT E coord ENT Z coord ENT 1 To cancel the setting press F1 EXIT key Setting occ point N 0 0000 E 0 0000 Z 0 0000 EXIT BS Complete N lt E PSM 0 0 Z PPM 0 0 m F R TURN HT MEAN m ft SET P2 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 13 4 3 2 Setting of the Instrument Height Prism Height The instrument height and prism height are used to compute the ground elevation of the unknown point If the option to store NEZ is on the instrument and prism heights will be stored in memory when power is turned off Confirm the angle measurement mode Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Press F3 NEZ key 2 Press F6 key from the coordinate measurement mode to get the function as in page 2 F3 F6 3 Press F2 HT key to type in the instrument and prism height Previo
142. tandard 8 NEZ REC Std Expand Record coordinates in standard or Data with slope distance and horizontal angle data 9 Trk Stat OFF ON Selecting additional information of utility to measuring data such as tracking status or not If such utility is selected electric circular level graphic will not be displayed whenever tilted over OFF No additional information ON Additional information 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 4 Setting parameter for RC Menu Selecting Item Contents 1 Channel 1 2 3 Sets communication channel when using RC 2H 2 V Search 15 30 Selecting the vertical range for searching a prism when using with RC 2H 15 15 30 30 3 RC S M Selecting the number of the RC 2RII to use one or more than one when using with RC 2H S Single RC 2RII use M Multiple RC 2RII use 4 Retry Std Div Selecting the method of the data re transmitting Std Standard This is offered in normal condition Div Divided Using in bad condition such in long distance bad condition of sight strong heat simmer 5 Delimit ETX CRLF Select the option OFF or ON for carriage return and line feed when collecting measurement data with a computer 6 REC A B A B Select the option to record the data REC A The measurement is started and new data is output REC B The data being displayed is output 7 NEZ REC Std Expand Record coordinates in standard or Data with slope dist
143. th Year Month Date Year Year Month Date Select the date format shown on the display Date Month Year Month Date Year or Year Month Date 21 A P OFF OFF ON 99 The auto power off function can be turned OFF or set ON OFF not use ON 1 to 99 minutes numeric key 22 Heater OFF ON The heater option for both display units can be turned OFF or ON 23 EDM wait OFF ON 01 to 99 EDM cut off time after distance measurement is completed can be changed OFF EDM is cut off immediately after measuring ON EDM is cut off after 1 to 99 minutes 24 L P OFF Only for laser plummet model manual auto 01 to 99 Laser Plummet function can be turned OFF automatically manual ON OFF by pressing soft key auto 01 99 Laser Plummet function is cut off after 1 99 minutes numeric key Menu Selecting Item Contents 1 B Rate 1200 2400 4800 9600 Select the baud rate 2 Data L 7 8 Select the data length seven digits or eight digits 3 Parity none odd even Select the parity bit 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE 8 3 4 Stop Bit 1 2 Select the stop bit 5 Delimit ETX CRLF Select the option OFF or ON for carriage return and line feed when collecting measurement data with a computer 6 REC A B A B Select the option to record the data REC A The measurement is started and new data is output REC B The data being displayed is output 7 Protocol OFF ON When commun
144. tic Error of Instrument Section 9 2 Checking the Optical Axis and Section 9 8 Inspection and Adjustment of Optic Axis for Auto Tracking GPT 8000A Series 9 3 5 Checking Adjusting the Optical Plummet Telescope Adjustment is required to make the line of sight of the optical plummet telescope coincide with the vertical axis otherwise the vertical axis will not be in the true vertical above the reference point when the instrument is optically plumbed Check 1 Coincide the center mark and the point See Chapter 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis and check the center mark If the point is properly centered in the center mark adjustment is not required Otherwise adjust in the following manner Adjustment 1 Take off the adjustment section cover of the optical plummet telescope eyepiece This will expose four capstan adjustment screws which should be adjusted with the accessory adjusting pin to shift the center mark to the point However correct only one half of the displacement in this manner 2 Use the leveling screws and coincide the point and center mark 3 Rotate the instrument 180 or 200g around the vertical axis once more and check the center mark If it is coincided to the point then further adjustment is not required Otherwise repeat the adjustment Note First loosen the capstan adjustment screw on the side to which the center
145. tically Edge Prism Prism Prism Point without prism Programs F1 BS p 4 7 F2 STORE p F3 REM p F4 MLM p MORE Programs F1 LINE p 7 7 F2 OFFSET p F3 EXT LINK p MORE OFFSET MEASUREMENT 1 ANGLE OFFSET 2 DIST OFFSET 3 PLANE OFFSET 4 COLUMN OFFSET PLANE OFFSET N001 SD m MEAS HT 5 PROGRAM MODES 5 20 4 Collimate prism P1 and press the F1 MEAS key Measuring will start After measuring the second point measurement screen will be shown Collimate P1 F1 5 Measure the second and third prism in the same way 1 The instrument calculates and displays coordinate and distance value of cross point between collimation axis and of the plane 2 Collimate P2 F1 Collimate P3 F1 6 Collimate point P0 on the plane using the horizontal motion clamp and horizontal tangent screw P0 data will be shown Collimate P0 7 To show the slope distance of point P0 press the F2 SD key F2 8 To show the coordinates press the F3 NEZ key 3 4 F3 1 In case the calculation of plane was not successful by the measured three points error displays Start measuring over again from the first point 2 Error will be displayed when collimated to the direction which does not cross with the determined plane 3 The reflector height of the target point P0 is set to zero automatically 4 To repeat the offset measurement press the F1 NEXT key The display will return to
146. ticle designed for collimation of the sun Can be used together with Solar Filter 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES 19 2 Prism unit case Model 6 Fixed 9 prisms unit or tilting 3 prisms unit can be stored in this case Especially this is a very easy case to carry Soft material is used External dimensions 250 L x 120 W x 400 H mm Weight 0 5kg Prism unit case Model 5 1 prisms unit or fixed 3 prisms unit can be stored in this case Especially this is a very easy case to carry Soft material is used External dimensions 200 L x 200 W x 350 H mm Weight 0 5kg Gadget case Model 1 A case to store and carry accessories External dimensions 300 L x 145 W x 220 H mm Weight 1 4kg Cigarette battery charger BC 9 for BT 3Q Input voltage 13 8V to 16V Power consumption 40VA approx Charging time approx 2 hour 20 C to charge BT 3Q Operation temperature range 10 C to 40 C 50 to 104 F External dimensions 116 L x 60 W x 50 H mm Weight 0 3kg Prism unit case Model 3 This is the plastic case to store and carry various sets of prisms The case covers one of the following prism sets Tilt single prism set Tilt single prism set with a target plate Fixed triple prism unit Fixed triple prism unit with a target plate External dimensions 427 L x 254 W x 242 H mm Weight 3 1kg Back pack Model 2 Convenient for use in mountainous terrain
147. tion The items to think about optical path interrupted by other objects collimated point from GPT 8000A series to prism is shifted after Turning and Searching Command possible other prisms targets or other objects to interfere with tracking the desired prism and many other examples all play a role in determining the search range Note This search range is only for auto tracking function The search range of auto collimating is fixed as 5 in both directions horizontal and vertical 3 Wait Time The time the prism is lost before GPT 8000A series starts the searching Setting time is 1second step maximum 60 minutes If the mode is set to HOLD mode will not change to searching 4 Tracking Speed The tracking accuracy aiming accuracy shall be determined in the best condition by the relation ship of moving speed of the prism and the distance between GPT 8000A series and the prism at the field Since the tracking speed represents the rotating speed of GPT 8000A series if the prism s traveling speed is high yet the distance of the prism is far from the GPT 8000A series the tracking speed can be low SURVEY In case requiring auto aiming in high accuracy to the prism which is still Suitable for fixed point observation management of landslides surveying displacement of dam When beginning auto tracking the instrument needs to collimate stable prism MACHINE CONTROL Suitable for controlling of constr
148. tor option ON OFF F3 14 Electric circular graphic display F5 15 Turn the Laser plummet option ON OFF F5 only for Laser plummet model 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 7 2002 07 07 14 30 40 1 2002 07 07 14 30 40 2 Back Light of Display Auto inversion Date amp Time Set parameter for Auto tracking Auto collimating Auto tracking 2002 07 07 14 30 40 3 Contrast adjustment Tracking indicator Set the Temperature Pressure Atmospheric Correction Value PPM and Prism Constant Value PSM Displaying Signal Level Screen 1 Screen 2 Screen 3 View free memory for Card Internal Memory Reticle illumination Laser Plummet Only for Laser Plummet type Electric circular graphic display NP P Non prism Prism mode 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS 1 8 1 2002 07 07 14 30 40 2002 07 07 14 30 40 2 Electric circular graphic display Date amp Time Back Light of Display Contrast adjustment Reticle illumination View free memory for the Card Internal Memory Displaying Signal Level Set the Temperature Pressure Atmospheric Correction Value PPM and Prism Constant Value PSM Auto inversion Screen 1 Screen 2 Laser Plummet Only for Laser Plummet type Screen 3 3 2001 07 10 14 30 40 Only for Laser Plummet type NP P Point guide Non prism Prism mod e GPT 8000A Series Screen One 1 View Date amp
149. uction machinery or real time surveying of variety traveling objects When beginning auto tracking the instrument can track a prism even if the prism is moving 5 Reflector type You can choose a reflector type according to reflective objects such as Prism 2 or reflector tape This setting will reduce incorrect tracking 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION GPT 8000A series 3 7 Operating procedure Option Display 1 Press the star key to be in star key mode 2 Press the F3 key to select the setting parameters for auto tracking F3 3 Press the F6 P1 key to get the menu on page 2 F6 4 Press the F1 TRK SPEED key F1 5 Press the F6 key to select MACHINE CONTROL 6 Press the ENT key to decide F6 ENT 2002 07 07 14 30 40 1 NP P F1 SEARCH PATTERN F2 SEARCH RANGE F3 WAIT TIME P1 F1 TRK SPEED F2 REFLECTOR TYPE P1 TRACKING SPEED SURVEY TRACKING SPEED MACHINE CONTROL 3 4 2 How to set the parameters Sample setting Set TRACKING SPEED to MACHINE CONTROL 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 1 4 1 Angle Measurement 4 1 1 Measuring Horizontal Angle Right and Vertical Angle Make sure the mode is in Angle measurement 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Collimate the 1st target A Collimate A 2 Set horizontal angle of target A at 0 00 00 Press F4 0
150. urement mode it will change in the Parameter Setting Modes and visa verse V 87 55 45 HR 180 44 12 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 REC HSET R L V TILT P2 TILT ON V ON 1 ON 2 OFF ESC X 00 00 00 Y 00 00 00 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT 2 8 2 8 Resume Mode ON OFF The Resume mode will memorize the last display or mode when the power is turned OFF When the power is turned back ON the last display or mode will be shown The Resume mode option only appears when the power is OFF 2 9 How to Enter Numerals and Alphabet Letters Alpha and numeric character key entry is simple and quick from the key board Example Renaming a file in the Memory Manager Modes Pressing F1 OFF key or F2 ON key select the resume mode F1 F2 Power off Resume mode OFF ON ESC Power switch key OFF Operating procedure Option Display 1 Press F1 Alpha key to be entering alphabet letter mode F1 2 Enter Alphabets 1 Type H Move cursor Type I Type L Type 9 9 F4 9 9 9 4 4 4 3 3 3 3 Press F1 Num key to be entering numeric mode Input 104 F1 1 0 4 4 Press ENT when complete ENT 1 When the same alpha key is to be typed two or more times consecutively press F4 key between characters This moves the cursor to the right 2 Extensions can not be changed Rename Old name TOPCON DAT New name Alpha SPC
151. us data will be shown F2 4 Input instrument height and press ENT key 1 Inst HT ENT 5 Input prism height and press ENT key The display returns to coordinate measuring mode Prism HT ENT 1 To cancel the setting press F1 EXIT key V 90 10 20 HR 120 30 40 SD HD NEZ 0SET HOLD P1 N E PSM 0 0 Z PPM 0 0 m F R MEAS MODE VH SD HD P1 TURN HT MEAN m ft SET P2 Inst Ht 1 230 m R Ht 1 340 m EXIT BS N E PSM 0 0 Z PPM 0 0 m F R TURN HT MEAN m ft SET 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE 4 14 4 3 3 Execution of Coordinate Measuring Measure the coordinates by entering the instrument height and prism height coordinates of unknown point will be measured directly When setting coordinate values of occupied point see Section 4 3 1 Setting Coordinate Values of Occupied Point When setting the instrument height and prism height see Section 4 3 2 Setting of the Instrument Height Prism Height The coordinates of the unknown point are calculated as shown below and displayed Coordinates of occupied point N 0 E 0 Z 0 Instrument height Inst h Prism height R h Vertical distance Relative elevation z Coordinates of the center of the prism originated from the center point of the instrument n e z Coordinates of unknown point N 1 E 1 Z 1 N 1 N 0 n E 1 E 0 e Z 1 Z 0 Inst h z P h Confirm the angle m
152. ve procedure and measure some points If the difference of the prism mode and non prism mode is the range of 10mm even one time the instrument is normal If the difference is never the range of 10mm contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 2 Prism Reticle Quantity level one Quantity level two 5 Turn the horizontal jog clockwise slowly and move the collimating point to the prism center gradually until at the position buzzer starts Confirm the level of the signal light quantity level in display to adjust at the level of one to two as shown in below by turning the horizontal jog 6 Press the ESC key and measure the horizontal angle and note the horizontal angle displayed Or you can do 0 set of horizontal angle 7 Return to the Set Audio in star key again 8 Turn the horizontal jog clockwise move the collimating point to the right side of prism gradually until buzzer sound stops 9 Move the collimating point to the center of prism gradually until buzzer sound starts Turning the horizontal jog to be one to two level of SIG value to adjust the collimating point same as 5 procedure 10 Note horizontal angle same as 6 procedure 9 2 Checking the Optical Axis To check if the optical axis of EDM and theodolite are matched follow the procedure below It is especially important to check after adjustment of the eyepiece reticle is carried out 1 Position a prism about more than 150 m
153. wing procedure Prism center Telescope reticle center Centers of prism and telescope is shifted Normal position Prism center Telescope reticle center Position a prism around 0 in horizontal and about 50m to 100m 164 to 328ft apart from the GPT 8000A series Take care not to be interrupted the optical path during measurement Operating procedure Operation Display 1 Level the instrument properly with the plate level and press the F5 key from main menu F5 2 Press the F6 key to get the next page F6 3 Press the F1 key to select the adjustment of tracking axis F1 4 Operate H V jog shuttle to collimate the prism Collimate 5 Press the F6 MEAS key The measurement starts F6 6 After the measurement press the F1 TURN key The instrument and telescope will turn automatically F1 7 Operate H V jog shuttle to collimate the prism Collimate Adjustment F1 V0 Axis Measurement F2 V0 Axis Constant list F3 Date Time F4 Instrument constant Adjustment F1 Adj Tracking Axis Adj Tracking Axis 1 2 gt Sight the prism TURN MEAS Adj Tracking Axis Wait Adj Tracking Axis 2 2 gt Sight the prism TURN MEAS 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT 9 16 8 Press the F6 MEAS key The measurement starts F6 The shifted quantity between H angle and V angle measured from the measuring will be calculated internally 9 Press the F5 YES ke
154. y The compensation value will be set and memorized to GPT 8000A series The display will return to the main menu F5 The display shows Compensation Range Overcoat when the calculated compensation value is exceeded than limited value If the distance between the instrument and the prism is not enough to adjust the display shows The distance is too short The distance between the instrument and prism should be more than 35m If the difference of the measured data between in normal position and in inverted position is exceeded than limited value the display shows Tolerance Limit Over If the measuring is unstable when the atmospheric condition is bad or the optical path is interrupted the display shows Standard Deviation Over To cancel the compensation press the F6 NO key Adj Tracking Axis Wait Adj Tracking Axis gt Set OK YES NO Complete 10 SETTING THE PRISM NON PRISM CONSTANT VALUE 10 1 10 SETTING THE PRISM NON PRISM CONSTANT VALUE The prism constant value of Topcon is set to zero When using prism other than Topcon s it is neces sary to set the prism constant correction value of that specific prism Once you set the correction value for prism constant it is retained after power is OFF Setting the prism constant value is in the STAR key mode Setting example The prism constant value 14mm Note Confirm the non prism constant value is set at 0 when measuring target

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