Prexiso G4/G5
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1. Button Function e Instrument self check While the instrument is turned on hold button for 10 s until the instrument beeps once The instrument performs a self check C An instrument self check can be performed to check if the communication of the internal GNSS board radio module and GSM module is working correctly If the green Satellite UHF and GPRS LED are on the communication of the internal GNSS board radio module and GSM module is working correctly The instrument reboots 5 s after finishing the self check Ifthe red Satellite UHF or GPRS LED is on the communication of the internal GNSS board radio module or GSM module might not work correctly The instrument starts beeping Press any key to reboot the instrument and contact your local Prexiso dealer PREXISO User Interface G4 G5 17 PREXISO User Interface G4 G5 18 Function button Cg The function described assumes that the instrument is turned on Button Function Function G e Switch datalink Press and hold button for 1 s to switch between the data link options UHF GPRS and Bluetooth The corresponding green LED flashes To select the datalink press and hold the power button for 1 s Button combination cg The function described assumes that the instrument is turned off Button Function ON OFF e Switch working mode Function Press and hold buttons for 6 s until all LEDs flash except for t2. A WARNING Only Prexiso authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 63 PREXISO Description A WARNING A CAUTION Safety Directions G4 G5 64 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to other equipment Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Prexiso cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equip ment may be disturbed There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is used with accessories from other manufacturers for example field computers personal computers two way radios non standard cables or external batteries Precautions Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Prexiso When combined with the product they meet the strict requirements stipulated by the guidelines and standards When using computers and two way radios pay attention to the infor mation about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the manufacturer A CAUTION A WARNING PREXISO Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in er
3. Prexiso G4 G5 ME PREXISO PREXISO Introduction G4 G5 2 Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Prexiso G4 G5 GNSS instrument A Product identifica tion Symbols This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it Refer to 5 Safety Directions for further informa tion Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product The type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Prexiso authorised service workshop Type Serial No The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings Type Description A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Trademarks Validity of this manual PREXISO Type Description A WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury and or appreciable material financial and environ mental damage FH Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable
4. Tribrach Tripod Getac PPS236 handheld Operation G4 G5 21 PREXISO Equipment setup step by step Operation G4 G5 22 Step Description 1 Set up the tripod Mount the tribrach on the tripod Ensure that the tribrach is over the marker Mount and level the carrier on the tribrach Mount the connection screw on the carrier Screw the base pole to the connection screw Insert the battery into the instrument Connect the RTK antenna to the instrument oo NN A a a w ns Press the ON OFF button on the instrument for 1s to switch on the instru ment o Screw the instrument onto the base pole Check that the tribrach and carrier are still level N Connect the handheld to the instrument through Bluetooth w Measure the antenna height using the measuring tape Refer to 3 1 7 The Mechanical Reference Plane MRP for information on the antenna height 3 1 2 Setting up as a Post Processing Base Use The following equipment setup is used for static operations over markers Equipment setup G4 G5 a b c d e f g G4 G5 instrument PBA202 battery Connection screw Carrier Tribrach Tripod Getac PPS236 handheld PREXISO operation G4 G5 23 PREXISO Operation G4 G5 24 Equipment setup Step Description step by step 1 Set up the tripod
5. can be placed on the market and be put into service without restric tions in any EEA member state e The conformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the FCC part 15 22 and 24 or European directive 1999 5 EC has to be approved prior to use and operation PREXISO ew an PREXISO _ Technical Data G4 G5 78 Conformity to FCC Part 15 22 and 24 applicable in US national regulations Hereby Prexiso AG declares that the product G4 G5 GSM UHF is in compli ance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC The declaration of conformity is available from Prexiso AG Class 2 equipment according European Directive 1999 5 EC C O R amp TTE for which following EEA Member States apply restrictions on the placing on the market or on the putting into service or require authorisation for use e France e Italy e Norway if used in the geographical area within a radius of 20km from the centre of Ny lesund e Theconformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the FCC part 15 22 and 24 or European directive 1999 5 EC has to be approved prior to use and operation Frequency band Type Frequency band MHz G4 G5 1227 60 1246 4375 1254 3 1575 42 1602 4375 1611 5 Bluetooth 2402 2480 Type Frequency band MHz SATEL SATELLINE 403 470 M3 TR1 Telit GC864 QUAD Quad Band EGSM850 EGSM900 GSM1
6. 2 Mount the tribrach on the tripod 3 Ensure that the tribrach is over the marker 4 Mount and level the carrier on the tribrach 5 Mount the connection screw on the carrier 6 Insert the battery into the instrument 7 Press the ON OFF button on the instrument for 1 s to switch on the instru ment 8 Screw the instrument onto the connection screw 9 Check that the tribrach and carrier are still level 10 Connect the handheld to the instrument through Bluetooth 11 Measure the antenna height using the measuring tape Refer to 3 1 7 The Mechanical Reference Plane MRP for information on the antenna height 3 1 3 Setting Up as a Real Time Rover Use The following equipment setup is used for real time rover Equipment setup G4 G5 a G4 G5 instrument b PBA202 battery c RTK antenna d PPC200 pole e Pole holder f Getac PPS236 handheld PREXISO o S GD PREXISO Equipment setup step by step Operation G4 G5 26 Step Description 1 Attach the pole holder to the ZPC200 pole Refer to 3 1 4 Fixing the hand held to a holder and pole Clip the handheld into the holder and lock it by tighten the screw on the holder Turn on the handheld Insert the battery into the instrument Connect the RTK antenna to the instrument DIA Rho Press ON OFF button on the instrument for 1 s to switch on the instru ment M Screw the instrum
7. e Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in the vicinity of filling stations or chemical installations or in other areas where an explosion hazard exists e Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices near medical equipment e Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in aircraft 5 7 ce A WARNING PREXISO FCC Statement Applicable in U S The greyed paragraph below is only applicable for products without radio This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer ence in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interfer ence to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment
8. These installations must be carried out by an authorised specialist To prevent damages due to indirect lightning strikes voltage spikes cables for example for antenna power source or modem should be protected with appro priate protection elements like a lightning arrester These installations must be carried out by an authorised specialist If there is a risk of a thunderstorm or if the equipment is to remain unused and unattended for a long period protect your product additionally by unplugging all systems components and disconnecting all connecting cables and supply cables for example instrument antenna PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 57 Safety Directions G4 G5 58 PREXISO o ie Lightning conduc Suggestion for design of a lightning conductor for a GNSS svstem tors 1 On non metallic structures Protection bv air terminals is recommended An air terminal is a pointed solid or tubular rod of conducting material with proper mounting and connection to a conductor The position of four air terminals can be uniformiv distributed around the antenna at a distance equal to the height of the air terminal The air terminal diameter should be 12 mm for copper or 15 mm for aluminium The height of the air terminals should be 25 cm to 50 cm All air terminals should be connected to the down conductors The diameter of the air terminal should be kept to a minimum to reduce GNSS signal shading 2 On metallic structures Protecti
9. and remove battery step by step for further information 2 Loosen the screws of the metal plate and remove the plate to gain access to the microSD card holder 3 Slide back the lid of the microSD card holder and lift it 4 Place the card into the holder with the contacts facing downwards and toward the lid 5 e To insert a microSD card Place the card into the holder with the contacts facing downwards and toward the lid e To remove a microSD card Remove the microSD card from the holder Close the lid and slide it until it locks into position Cover the compartment with the metal plate and tighten the screws Place the battery housing on top of the battery compartment and press the housing down until it locks into position 3 4 Working with the RTK Device Devices fitted into Devices fitted into the instrument the instrument GSM Telit GC864 QUAD Radio SATEL SATELLINE M3 TR1 transceive Insert and remove a SIM card step by step Step Description Cg The SIM card is inserted into a holder inside the battery compartment of the instrument PREXISO o cesi PREXISO Operation G4 G5 40 Step Description G Only use SIM cards without PIN protection 1 Remove the batterv housing from the batterv compartment Refer to Insert and remove batterv step bv step for further information 2 Loosen the screws
10. in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways Precautions Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations If it is essential to work in this environment first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical instal lations and follow their instructions A WARNING During dynamic applications for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental condi tions around for example obstacles excavations or traffic Precautions The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing dangers A WARNING Inadequate securing of the working site can lead to dangerous situations for example in traffic on building sites and at industrial installations Precautions Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured Adhere to the regula tions governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 55 PREXISO A WARNING A CAUTION A WARNING A DANGER Safety Directions G4 G5 56 If computers intended for use indoors are used in the field there is a danger of elec tric shock Precautions Adhere to the instructions given by the computer manufacturer regarding field use with Prexiso products If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is subjected to mechanical sh
11. into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Safety Directions G4 G5 67 Safety Directions G4 G5 68 PREXISO A WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Prexiso for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Labelling G4 G5 Labelling internal battery PBA202 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operatic Labelling battery charger PCH202 9 Geoelectron CHARGER Type e Article No INPUT 12VOC 1 5A Max 9 OUTPUT 2x 8AVDC 400 mA Max C Lon PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 69 PREXISO Technical Data G4 G5 70 6 Technical Data 6 1 G4 G5 Technical Data 6 1 1 Tracking Characteristics Instrument channels Depending on the satellite systems and signals configured a maximum number of 72 channels G4 or 120 channels G5 is allocated G4 Up to 14 channels continuous tracking on L1 L2 GPS up to 12 channels continuous tracking on L1 and L2 GLONASS Gb Up to 16 channels continuous tracking on L1 L2 GPS up to 14 channels continuous tracking on L1 and L2 GLONASS Galileo cE
12. of the metal plate and remove the plate to gain access to the SIM card holder Slide back the lid of the SIM card holder and lift it 4 e To insert a SIM card Place the SIM card into the SIM card holder with the contacts facing downwards e To remove a SIM card Remove the SIM card from the holder Close the lid and slide it until it locks into position Cover the compartment with the metal plate and tighten the screws Place the battery housing on top of the battery compartment and press the housing down until it locks into position 3 5 LED Indicators LED indicators Description The instrument has Light Emitting Diode indicators They indicate the basic instru ment status Diagram a b c d e f g h Satellite LEDs UHF LEDs GPRS LEDs Bluetooth LEDs Power LEDs Static LED RTK Base LED RTK Rover LED Record LED PREXISO operation G4 G5 41 PREXISO Description of the LEDs Operation G4 G5 42 IF the is THEN Record LED flashing red data is recorded Static LED red the instrument is in static mode Base LED red the instrument is in base mode Rover LED red the instrument is in rover mode Satellite LED flashing green satellite signals are tracked The number of times the LED flashes corre sponds to the number of satellites being tracked After indicating the number of satel lites tracked the LED turns off Thi
13. the charger before storing After storage recharge batteries before using Protect batteries from damp and wetness Wet or damp batteries must be dried before storing or use A storage temperature range of 20 C to 30 C 4 F to 86 F in a dry environment is recommended to minimise self discharging of the battery 4 3 Product and acces sories Damp products Cables and plugs Connectors with dust caps PREXISO Cleaning and Drying e Use only a clean soft lint free cloth for cleaning If necessary moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol Do not use other liquids these may attack the polymer components CS For power adapter and charger e Use only a clean soft lint free cloth for cleaning Dry the product the transport container the foam inserts and the accessories at a temperature not greater than 40 C 104 F and clean them Do not repack until every thing is dry Always close the transport container when using in the field Keep plugs clean and dry Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting cables Wet connectors must be dry before attaching the dust cap Care and Transport G4 G5 47 Safety Directions G4 G5 48 PREXISO er EE 5 Safety Directions 5 1 General Introduction Description The following directions enable the person responsible for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment to anticipate and avoid operational hazards The person r
14. the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc microSD is a trademark of the SD Card Association All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners This manual applies to the G4 G5 instruments Differences between the models are marked and described Introduction G4 G5 3 PREXISO Introduction G4 G5 4 Available documen Name Description Format tation S m T G4 G5 Quick Provides an overview of the product together with Y v Guide technical data and safety directions Intended as a quick reference guide lt G4 G5 User All instructions required in order to operate the product Manual to a basic level are contained in the User Manual Provides an overview of the product together with technical data and safety directions Refer to the following resources for all G4 G5 documentation software e thePrexiso G4 G5 CD e www prexiso com Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page 1 Description of the System 8 1 1 System Components 8 1 2 Container Contents 10 1 3 Instrument Components 11 1 4 System Concept 12 1 4 1 Software Concept 12 1 4 2 Power Concept 13 1 4 3 Data Storage Concept 14 2 Userlnterface 15 2 1 Keyboard 15 2 2 Operating Principles 19 3 Oper
15. 2 kg 2 91 Ibs Data GNSS raw data and RINEX data can be recorded on a microSD card or internal memory Type Capacity MB Data capacity Internal 256 256 MB is typically sufficient for about 30 days data memory logging at 15 s rate Power consumption External supply voltage Instrument radio excluded 3 2 W typically 270 mA Nominal 12V DC 9 V to 18 V DC Type Voltage Capacity Technical Data Li lon 74V PBA202 2 5 Ah G4 G5 73 PREXISO Technical Data G4 G5 74 Operating times The given operating times are valid for e G4 G5 instrument one fully charged PBA202 battery e room temperature Operating times will be shorter when working in cold weather Equipment Operating time Type Radio GSM Static 6 h continuously Rover SATEL SATELLINE 4 h continuously M3 TR1 receive Rover Telit GC864 QUAD 4 5 h continuously Electrical data Type G4 G5 Voltage 74V 74V Nominal max 0 8 A max 0 8 A current Frequency GPS L1 1575 42 MHz GPS L1 1575 42 MHz GPS L2 1227 60 MHz GPS L2 1227 60 MHz Environmental spec ifications PREXISO Type G4 G5 GLONASS L1 1602 5625 MHz GLONASS L1 1602 5625 MHz 1611 5 MHz 1611 5 MHz GLONASS L2 1246 4375 MHz GLONASS L2 1246 4375 MHz 1254 3 MHz 1254 3 MHz Gain Typically 2 1 dBi Typically 2 1 dBi Noise Typically lt 2 dBi Typically lt 2 dB
16. 800 GSM1900 Output power Type Output power mW GNSS Receive only Bluetooth 2 5 Class 2 SATEL SATELLINE M3 TR1 0 5 1 0 Telit GC864 QUAD EGSM850 900 2 Telit GC864 QUAD GSM1800 1900 1 PREXISO Technical Data G4 G5 79 PREXISO Antenna Technical Data G4 G5 80 Type Antenna Gain dBi Connector Frequency band MHz GNSS Internal GNSS antenna 5 element receive only Bluetooth Internal Microstrip 1 5 antenna GAT1 Detachable 1 2 antenna TNC 400 435 GAT2 Detachable 2 2 antenna TNC 435 470 TOX 440AE Detachable 1 2 antenna TNC 430 450 TOX 0918EL Detachable 2 2 antenna TNC 824 960 1710 1880 International Limited Warranty Software Licence Agreement PREXISO International Limited Warranty Software Licence Agreement This product is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the International Limited Warranty which you can download from the Prexiso home page at http www prexiso com or collect from your Prexiso distributor The foregoing warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties terms or conditions express or implied either in fact or by operation of law statutory or otherwise including warranties terms or conditions of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose satisfactory quality and non infringement all which are expressly disclaimed This product contain
17. Carrier phase and code measurements on L1 and L2 GPS are fully independent with AS on or off 6 1 2 Accuracy cE Accuracy is dependent upon various factors including the number of satellites tracked constellation geometry observation time ephemeris accuracy ionospheric disturbance multipath and resolved ambiguities The following accuracies given as root mean square are based on measurements processed using Prexiso Geo Office and on real time measurements The use of multiple GNSS systems can increase accuracy by up to 30 relative to GPS only Differential code The baseline precision of a differential code solution for static and kinematic surveys is 25 cm Differential phase in Static and rapid static post processing Static Kinematic Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical 5 mm 4 0 5 ppm 10 mm 0 5 ppm 10 mm 1 ppm 20 mm 1 ppm PREXISO Technical Data G4 G5 71 PREXISO Differential phase in real time Technical Data G4 G5 72 Static Kinematic Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical 5 mm 4 0 5 ppm 10 mm 0 5 ppm 10 mm 1 ppm 20 mm 1 ppm 6 1 3 Dimensions Weight Recording Power Battery internal PREXISO Technical Data The dimensions are given for the housing without the sockets Height m Diameter m 0 094 0 188 Instrument weight with battery 1 3
18. Main components Instruments Component Description Instrument To receive the satellite signals and calculate a position from the computed ranges to all visible GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System satellites Getac PPS236 hand held Handheld to operate the instrument Survey field software The software used on the handheld for performing various surveying applications Depending on the satellite systems and signals configured a maximum number of 72 channels G4 or 120 channels G5 is allocated Instrument Description G4 Up to 14 L1 14 L2 channels GPS 12 L1 12 L2 channels GLONASS code and phase real time capable Instrument Description G5 Up to 16 L1 16 L2 GPS up to 14 L1 14 L2 channels GLONASS Galileo code and phase real time capable S7 For GLONASS tracking a licence key has to be uploaded to the instrument with Prexiso Assistant Available models E o o 5 A z o 2 E E T S E ES jes a o o o 238 EE 2 l G4 GSM UHF Y Y A Y G4 GSM T Y v Y G5 GSM UHF Y Y v 4 G5 GSM Y v v 1 removable PREXISO Description of the System G4 G5 9 PREXISO Description of the System G4 G5 10 1 2 Container Contents Container for instru ment and accesso ries a PBA202 batteries b G4 G5 instrument c Antennas of device d PPC210 base pole e C
19. aa 41 Li lon battery cia 73 Storage ned nere nn ca P n REED 46 M Mechanical Reference Plane 32 Memory device PAN III o L a 14 microSD card Record Insetti aaa aaa Gevsseeeneesl 37 LED on instrument 41 Remove e a a aan 37 Recording ariana 73 li papa P eves 32 Remove microSD card dii SIM card a Operating times Responsibilities iii Instrument sauna naacal 74 RTK Base Output power LED on instrument i 41 LA AA 79 RTK Rover SATEL SATELLINE M3 TRT eee 79 LED on instrument 41 Telit GC864 QUAD i 79 79 S P Safety Directions nn 48 Pin Assginment aaa anihan 83 Satellite Power EDn ee AI ANN 41 LED AA AAP 41 SDcard Power supply 13 Memory device ii 14 Power instruments Uu 73 SIM card R Insert Raw data logging sit ili NC Sa A eee E RINEX essent 14 73 Software Instrument maana ANNA cisco 12 Upload AAP AA PAA 12 PREXISO Index G4 G5 87 PREXISO ee Software Licence Agreement en 81 Specifications environmental Instrumenta ee aeos 75 Static LED on instrument essere 41 Status IriStFU ment iscritti tess 41 T Technical data anni eniin cenis 70 Temperature Battery internal Operatinigi rientra na ta oer etu nti uis 75 Storage 75 Instrument Operating i ar a 75 Storage Temperature range Product drying i
20. ation 20 3 1 Equipment Setup 20 3 1 1 Setting up as a Real Time Base 20 3 1 2 Setting up as a Post Processing Base 23 3 1 3 Setting Up as a Real Time Rover 25 3 1 4 Fixing the handheld to a holder and pole 27 PREXISO Table of Contents G4 G5 5 PREXISO Table of Contents G4 G5 6 3 1 5 Connecting to a Personal Computer 29 3 1 6 Configuring the Instrument 31 3 1 7 The Mechanical Reference Plane MRP 32 3 2 Batteries 33 3 2 1 Operating Principles 33 3 2 2 Battery for instrument 35 3 3 Working with the Data Storage Device 37 3 4 Working with the RTK Device 39 3 5 LED Indicators 41 3 6 Guidelines for Correct Results with GNSS Surveys 44 4 Care and Transport 45 4 1 Transport 45 4 2 Storage 46 4 3 Cleaning and Drying 47 5 Safety Directions 48 5 1 General Introduction 48 5 2 Intended Use 49 5 3 Limits of Use 51 5 4 Responsibilities 52 5 5 Hazards of Use 54 5 6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 64 5 7 FCC Statement Applicable in U S 67 6 Technical Data 70 6 1 G4 G5 Technical Data 70 6 1 1 Tracking Characteristics 70 6 1 2 Accuracy 71 6 1 3 Technical Data 73 6 2 Conformity to National Regulations 77 6 2 1 G4 G5 77 7 International Limited Warranty Software Licence Agreement 81 AppendixA Pin Assignments and Sockets 83 A 1 Instrument 83 Index 85 G4 G5 7 PREXISO Tabie of contents PREXISO 1 Description of the System Description of the System G4 G5 8 1 1 System Components
21. ed either internally or externally Internal power supply One PBA202 battery fitting into the instrument External power supply 9 V to 18 V DC power supply via cable Description of the System G4 G5 13 Description of the System G4 G5 14 PREXISO Sese Su 1 4 3 Data Storage Concept Description Data GNSS raw data and RINEX data can be recorded on a microSD card or internal memory Data storage device microSD card The instrument has a microSD card holder fitted as standard A microSD card can be inserted and removed Capacity Up to 4 GB Internal memory The instrument has an internal memory fitted as standard Available capacity 256 MB cE Unplugging connecting cables or removing the microSD card during the measure ment can cause loss of data Only remove the microSD card or unplug connecting cables when the instrument is switched off 2 User Interface 2 1 Keyboard Keyboard a ON OFF button b Function button PR EXISO User Interface G4 G5 15 PREXISO ON OFF button User Interface G4 G5 16 Button Function ON OFF e Turn on instrument Hold button for 1 s CEF While the instrument is booting all LEDs are lighted except the blue Bluetooth LED and the red Power LED Once the instrument has started the normal LED behaviour starts e Turn off instrument Hold button for 3 s until instrument beeps 3 times and only the red power LED is lighted
22. ent to the top of the pole Connect the handheld to the instrument through Bluetooth 3 1 4 Fixing the handheld to a holder and pole Components of the pole holder PREXISO Clamp a Locking pin b Tightening screw c Pole clamp Holder d Tightening screw e Pin G4 G5 27 PREXISO Operation G4 G5 28 Fixing the handheld S RE te Description to the holder step E E by step 1 Insert the pole into the clamp hole 2 Tighten the clamp with the tightening screw 3 To attach the holder to the clamp insert the pin into the catch of the clamp while pushing down the locking pin 4 Place the handheld in the holder Tighten the screw of the holder to fix the handheld to the holder 3 1 5 Connecting to a Personal Computer Description The instrument is connected to a Personal Computer via USB cable After estab lishing a connection the Prexiso Assistant software can be used to set up and configure the instrument export data from the internal memory or microSD card enter licence keys and upload firmware Install USB drivers Step Description 1 Start the PC 2 Run the Setup exe to install the drivers necessary for the USB cable PREXISO operation G4 G5 29 PREXISO Operation G4 G5 30 Connect instrument to PC SS La 4 Step Description 1 Start the PC 2 Start Prexiso Assista
23. entation and the purchase receipt to the distributor from whom you purchased the product within ten 10 days of purchase to obtain a full refund of the purchase price Appendix A Pin Assignments and Sockets A 1 Instrument Description Some applications require knowledge of the pin assignments for the instrument ports In this chapter the pin assignments and sockets for the ports of the instrument are explained Ports at the instru ment underside a Port 1 LEMO connector for USB b TNC connector for GSM antenna c TNC connector for UHF antenna d Port 2 LEMO connector for power and serial PREXISO Pin Assignments and Sockets G4 G5 83 PREXISO Pin assignments for port 1 PIN O04 Sockets Pin Assignments and Sockets G4 G5 84 Pin Signal Name Function Direction 1 PWR 5 V power supply USB In 2 USB D USB data line In or out 3 USB D USB data line In or out 4 GND Signal ground Pin Signal Name Function Direction 1 PWR 12 V power supply in In 2 GND Signal and chassis ground 3 TxD RS232 transmit data Out 4 GND Signal ground 5 RxD RS232 receive data In Port 1 LEMO 1 4 pin LEMO EEG 0B 304 CLN Port 2 LEMO 1 5 pin LEMO EEG 0B 305 CLN Index A c Antenna Capacitv memorv Instruments aiar Instrument urla 73 Available instrument models D B Data recording Batteries GNSS raw data peissons aisi 73 Charging fi
24. ery compartment 2 Press in the two push buttons located on both sides of the battery housing and pull the housing from the battery compartment The battery is attached to the housing Operation G4 G5 35 PREXISO A WARNING Operation G4 G5 36 Step Description 3 e To insert the battery Push the battery into the battery housing with the battery contacts facing upwards until the battery locks into position e To remove the battery Hold the battery housing and pull the battery from the housing 4 Place the battery housing on top of the battery compartment and press the housing down until it locks into position If charged or discharged batteries not recommended by Prexiso may be damaged They may burn and explode Precautions Only charge and discharge batteries recommended by Prexiso 3 3 Working with the Data Storage Device cg e Keep the card dry e Use it only within the specified temperature range e Do not bend the card e Protect the card from direct impacts cg Failure to follow these instructions could result in data loss and or permanent damage to the card Insert and remove a microSD card step by step PREXISO o cw PREXISO Operation G4 G5 38 Step Description E The microSD card is inserted into a holder inside the battery compartment of the instrument Remove the battery housing from the battery compartment Refer to Insert
25. esponsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them 5 2 Intended Use Permitted use e Computing with software e Carrying out measurement tasks using various GNSS measuring techniques e Recording GNSS and point related data e Data communication with external appliances e Measuring raw data and computing coordinates using carrier phase and code signal from GNSS satellites PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 49 PREXISO Adverse use A WARNING Safety Directions G4 G5 50 e Use of the product without instruction e Use outside of the intended limits Disabling safety systems e Removal of hazard notices e Opening the product using tools for example screwdriver unless this is permitted for certain functions e Modification or conversion of the product e Use after misappropriation e Use of products with recognisable damages or defects e Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Prexiso e Inadequate safeguards at the working site for example when measuring on roads e Controlling of machines moving objects or similar monitoring application without additional control and safety installations Adverse use can lead to injury malfunction and damage It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them The product is not to be operated until the u
26. f 10 C to 20 C 50 F to 68 F if possible It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging Using the chargers recommended by Prexiso it is not possible to charge the battery if the temper ature is too high For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time gt three months it is effectual to make only one charge discharge cycle For Li lon batteries a single discharging and charging cycle is sufficient We recommend carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated on the charger or on a Prexiso product deviates significantly from the actual battery capacity available The batteries can be operated from 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 131 F Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn high oper ating temperatures reduce the service life of the battery Operation G4 G5 33 PREXISO E A CAUTION Operation G4 G5 34 For power adapter and charger The product is not designed for use under wet and severe conditions If unit becomes wet it may cause you to receive an electric shock Precautions Use the product only in dry environments for example in buildings or vehicles Protect the product against humidity If the product becomes humid it must not be used 3 2 2 Battery for instrument Insert and remove battery step by step PREXISO Step Description 1 Turn the instrument over to gain access to the batt
27. he blue Bluetooth LED Press and hold Function button for 1 s to switch between the working mode options Static Base and Rover The corresponding LED flashes To select the working mode press and hold the ON OFF button for 1 s 2 2 Operating the instrument Turn on instrument Turn off instrument PREXISO Operating Principles The instrument is operated either by the pressing its buttons ON OFF button Func tion button or by a handheld Operation by buttons The instrument is operated by pressing its buttons Refer to 2 1 Keyboard for a description of the buttons and their function Operation by handheld The instrument is operated by a handheld Refer to the Field Software User Manual for more information To turn on the instrument press and hold the ON OFF button for 1 s To turn off the instrument press and hold the ON OFF button for 3 s until the instru ment beeps 3 times and only the red power LED is lighted User Interface G4 G5 19 PREXISO Operation G4 G5 20 3 Operation 3 1 Equipment Setup 3 1 1 Setting up as a Real Time Base Use The following equipment setup is used for real time base stations with the need of optimal radio coverage Raw observation data can also be collected for post processing Equipment setup G4 G5 PREXISO a b c d e f g h G4 G5 instrument PBA202 battery RTK antenna PPC210 base pole Connection screw Carrier
28. i Figure Temperature Type Operating temperature C Storage temperature C Instrument 30 to 60 40 to 80 UHF Tx 0 5W 30 to 50 40 to 80 Battery internal 20 to 55 40 to 70 Technical Data G4 G5 75 PREXISO Technical Data G4 G5 76 Protection against water dust and sand Type Protection Instrument IP67 IEC 60529 Dust tight Waterproof to 1 m temporary immersion Battery compart ment IP65 IEC 60529 Dust tight Protected against spray water Humidity Type Protection Instrument Up to 100 The effects of condensation are to be effectively counter acted by periodically drying out the instrument 6 2 Conformity to National Regulations Conformity to For products which do not fall under R amp TTE directive national regulations with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the applicable European Directives The declaration of conformity is available from Prexiso AG C Hereby Prexiso AG declares that the product s is are in compliance 6 2 1 G4 G5 Conformity to e FCC Part 15 22 and 24 applicable in US national regulations Hereby Prexiso AG declares that the product G4 G5 GSM is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC The declaration of conformity is available from Prexiso AG Class 1 equipment according European Directive 1999 5 EC R amp TTE C
29. ii 47 Temperature charging internal battery 33 Time operating sissi gala iii 74 TOX 0918EL antenna esee 80 G4 G5 88 U UHF LED 41 Upload firmware eene 12 Upload software User Interface 2 cree ii User Manual Validity Of ico nhi er n na 3 Ww Weight ae PI qal naaa naanakan Naawa naka ettari a 73 PREXISO index m G4 G5 89
30. n its original transport container e or carry the tripod with its legs splayed across your shoulder keeping the attached product upright Transport in a road Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle as it can be affected by shock and vehicle vibration Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it Shipping When transporting the product by rail air or sea always use the complete original Prexiso packaging transport container and cardboard box or its equivalent to protect against shock and vibration Shipping transport When transporting or shipping batteries the person in charge of the product must of batteries ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company PREXISO Care and Transport G4 G5 45 PREXISO Product Li lon batteries Care and Transport G4 G5 46 Storage Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle Refer to 6 Technical Data for information about temperature limits Refer to 6 Technical Data for information about storage temperature range At the recommended storage temperature range batteries containing a 10 to 5096 charge can be stored for up to one year After this storage period the batteries must be recharged Remove batteries from the product and
31. ns are observed Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company High mechanical stress high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leakage fire or explosions of the batteries Precautions Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids If battery terminals come in contact with jewellery keys metallised paper or other metals short circuited battery terminals can overheat and cause injury or fire for example by storing or transporting in pockets Precautions Make sure that the battery terminals do not come into contact with metallic objects For power adapter A WARNING ce A CAUTION A WARNING PREXISO If you open the product either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock e Touching live components e Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions Do not open the product Only Prexiso authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products For power adapter and charger The product is not designed for use under wet and severe conditions If unit becomes wet it may cause you to receive an electric shock Precautions Use the product only in dry environments for example in buildings or vehicles Protect the product against humidity If the product becomes humid it must not be
32. nt by double clicking the shortcut from the desktop of your PC Plug the USB cable into Port 1 of the instrument 4 Turn on the instrument Plug the USB cable into the USB port of the PC For Windows XP operating systems The Found New Hardware Wizards starts up automatically Check Close 3 1 6 Configuring the Instrument Description The instrument can be set up as real time rover or as real time base by configuring the instrument with the handheld using Prexiso Assistant or pressing a button combination Cg Refer to Button combination PREXISO T operation cwn PREXISO Operation G4 G5 32 3 1 7 The Mechanical Reference Plane MRP Description The Mechanical Reference Plane e is where the antenna heights are measured to e is where the phase centre variations refer to e Varies for different antennas MRP for instrument The MRP for the instrument is shown in the diagram A a The mechanical reference plane is a the underside of the instrument 3 2 3 2 1 Charging first time use Operation Discharging PREXISO Batteries Operating Principles The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is deliv ered with an energy content as low as possible The permissible temperature range for charging is between 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F For optimal charging we recommend charging the batteries at a low ambient temperature o
33. ock for example blows or falling the product may be damaged or people can sustain injury Precautions When setting up the product make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted fitted secured and locked in position Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress If the product is used with accessories for example masts staffs poles you may increase the risk of being struck by lightning Precautions Do not use the product in a thunderstorm If the product is used with accessories for example on masts staffs poles you may increase the risk of being struck by lightning Danger from high voltages also exists near power lines Lightning voltage peaks or the touching of power lines can cause damage injury and death Precautions Do not use the product in a thunderstorm as you can increase the risk of being struck by lightning Be sure to remain at a safe distance from electrical installations Do not use the product directly under or close to power lines If it is essential to work in such an environment contact the safety authorities responsible for electrical installa tions and follow their instructions Ifthe product has to be permanently mounted in an exposed location it is advis able to provide a lightning conductor system A suggestion on how to design a lightning conductor for the product is given below Always follow the regula tions in force in your country regarding grounding antennas and masts
34. on is as described for non metallic structures but the air terminals can be connected directly to the conducting structure without the need for down conductors Air terminal arrange ment plan view a Antenna S b Support structure am c Air terminal Grounding the instrument antenna A WARNING A WARNING PREXISO u a Antenna b Lightning conductor array c Antenna instrument connection d Metallic mast e Connection to earth Gs 040 Using a battery charger not recommended by Prexiso can destroy the batteries This can cause fire or explosions Precautions Only use chargers recommended by Prexiso to charge the batteries If charged or discharged batteries not recommended by Prexiso may be damaged They may burn and explode Precautions Only charge and discharge batteries recommended by Prexiso Safety Directions G4 G5 59 PREXISO A CAUTION A WARNING A WARNING Safety Directions G4 G5 60 During the transport shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard Precautions Before shipping the product or disposing of it discharge the batteries by running the product until they are flat When transporting or shipping batteries the person in charge of the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulatio
35. onnection screw f Carrier g Tribrach h Measuring tape i USB cable i Adapter for charger k Pole holder I Getac PPS236 handheld m PCH202 battery charger n Manual and CD 1 3 Instrument Components Instrument compo nents a LEMO port1 b TNC connector for GSM antenna c Battery compartment with SIM card and microSD card holder d LEDs ON OFF button and Function button e LEMO port 2 f TNC connector for UHF antenna cg A Bluetooth port is included inside the instrument to enable connectivity to a controller PREXISO Description of the System G4 G5 11 Description of the System G4 G5 12 PREXISO Senese sol 1 4 System Concept 1 4 1 Software Concept Instrument software Software type Description Instrument firmware This important software covers all functions of the instru xx bin ment Software upload The firmware can be uploaded using Prexiso Assistant Cg Uploading instrument firmware can take some time Ensure that the battery is at least 7596 full before beginning the upload and do not remove the battery during the upload process The instrument has to be restarted after the firmware upload 1 4 2 Power Concept General Power options PREXISO Use the Prexiso batteries chargers and accessories or accessories recommended by Prexiso to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument Power for the instrument can be suppli
36. roneous measure ments Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Prexiso cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by intense electromagnetic radiation for example near radio transmitters two way radios or diesel generators Precautions Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions If the product is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their two ends for example external supply cables interface cables the permitted level of electromagnetic radiation may be exceeded and the correct functioning of other products may be impaired Precautions While the product is in use connecting cables for example product to external battery product to computer must be connected at both ends Safety Directions G4 G5 65 Safety Directions G4 G5 66 PREXISO o ie Radios or digital Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices cellular phones A WARNING Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment in installations in medical devices for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in aircraft It can also affect humans and animals Precautions Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Prexiso cannot completelv exclude the possibilitv that other equip ment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected
37. rst time use RINEX 73 Operation Discharging Data storage device Battery Available PAR IA 14 Change in instrument 35 Description of the system seen 8 For internal power supply 13 Dimensions Internal instrument ii 73 Hcr Ing D MEN AGA 73 Bluetooth Documentation seraient ai 4 LED LIL 41 Buttons E Combined pressing esee 1g Electrical data Function eec 18 instrument scala aa 74 ON OFF 16 Environmental specifications Instrument e a aaae aA 75 External power supply iii 13 PREXISO Index G4 G5 85 PREXISO re F FCC Statement a anan 67 Firmware Instr merit eiecit dana aa 12 U pla D 12 Frequency band Instrumenta 78 SATEL SATELLINE M3 TR1 79 Telit GC864 QUAD eese 79 G GATI antenna Xmas aasam 80 GAT2 antenna uses rrr naa er ra o 80 GPRS Hizp 41 I Indicators LED fili 41 Insert IMICHOSD Card AA 37 SIM Gated aaa TANA 39 Instrument SIL 41 Instrument components nn 11 G4 G5 86 INStrUMENIS eta ti Intended Use i i nimm Fea cen Internal power supply International Limited Warranty K Keyboard niuno 15 L Labelling GOGO naa a PBA202 PCH202 LED Description INStrUMENt sii iaia 42 Light Emitting Diode instr ment ai
38. s behaviour repeats flashing red less than 4 satellites are being tracked UHF LED flashing green data is transmitted or received green Datalink is selected but no RTK data is trans mitted or received flashing red signal strength is low GPRS LED flashing green data is received green Datalink is selected but no RTK data is received flashing red signal strength is low PREXISO IF the is THEN Bluetooth green LED a datalink via Bluetooth is available blue a Bluetooth connection has established Power LED jgreen power is on red power is low lt 20 Operation G4 G5 43 PREXISO Operation G4 G5 44 3 6 Guidelines for Correct Results with GNSS Surveys Undisturbed satel Successful GNSS surveys require undisturbed satellite signal reception especially lite signal reception at the instrument which serves as a base Set up the instrument in locations which are free of obstructions such as trees buildings or mountains Steady antenna for For static surveys the antenna must be kept perfectly steady throughout the whole static surveys occupation of a point Place the antenna on a tripod or pillar Centred and levelled Centre and level the antenna precisely over the marker antenna 4 Care and Transport 4 1 Transport Transport in the field When transporting the equipment in the field always make sure that you e either carry the product i
39. s software that is preinstalled on the product or that is supplied to you on a data carrier medium or that can be downloaded by you online according to prior authorisation from Prexiso Such software is protected by copyright and other laws and its use is defined and regulated by the Prexiso Software Licence Agreement which covers aspects such as but not limited to Scope of the Licence Warranty Intellectual Property Rights Limitation of Liability Exclusion of other Assurances Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction Please make sure that at any time you fully comply with the terms and conditions ofthe Prexiso Software Licence Agreement International Limited Warranty Software Licence G4 G5 81 PREXISO International Limited Warranty Software Licence G4 G5 82 Such agreement is provided together with all products and can also be referred to and downloaded at the Prexiso home page at http www prexiso com or collected from your Prexiso distributor You must not install or use the software unless you have read and accepted the terms and conditions of the Prexiso Software Licence Agreement Installation or use of the software or any part thereof is deemed to be an acceptance of all the terms and conditions of such Licence Agreement If you do not agree to all or some of the terms of such Licence Agreement you must not download install or use the soft ware and you must return the unused software together with its accompanying docum
40. ser has been instructed on how to work with it 5 3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments A DANGER Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product cE For power adapter and charger Environment Suitable for use in dry environments only and not under adverse conditions OQ PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 51 Safety Directions G4 G5 52 PREXISO o iet 5 4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of the Prexiso AG CH 8152 Glattbrugg hereinafter referred to as Prexiso is responsible product for supplying the product including the user manual and original accessories in a safe condition Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non Prexiso accessories for the product are responsible for non Prexiso accesso developing implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products ries and are also responsible for the effectiveness of those safety concepts in combina tion with the Prexiso product Person in charge of The person in charge of the product has the following duties the product e To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the user manual e To be familiar with local regulations relating
41. to safety and accident prevention e To inform Prexiso immediately if the product and the application becomes unsafe e To ensure that the national laws regulations and conditions for the operation of radio transmitters are respected A WARNING The person responsible for the product must ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions This person is also accountable for the training and the deploy ment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the equipment in use PREXISO Safety Directions G4 G5 53 PREXISO A WARNING A CAUTION A DANGER Safety Directions G4 G5 54 Hazards of Use The absence of instruction or the inadequate imparting of instruction can lead to incorrect or adverse use and can cause accidents with far reaching human mate rial financial and environmental consequences Precautions All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the direc tions of the person responsible for the product Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been misused modified stored for long periods or transported Precautions Periodically carry out test measurements and perform the field adjustments indi cated in the user manual particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after important measurements Because of the risk of electrocution it is dangerous to use poles and extensions
42. used Incorrect fastening of the external antenna to vehicles or transporters poses the risk of the equipment being broken by mechanical influence vibration or airstream This may result in accident and physical injury Safety Directions G4 G5 61 PREXISO A WARNING Safety Directions G4 G5 62 Precautions Attach the external antenna professionally The external antenna must be secured additionally for example by use of a safety cord Ensure that the mounting device is correctly mounted and able to carry the weight of the external antenna gt 1 kg safely If the product is improperly disposed of the following can happen e f polymer parts are burnt poisonous gases are produced which may impair health e f batteries are damaged or are heated strongly they can explode and cause poisoning burning corrosion or environmental contamination e Bydisposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised persons to use it in contravention of the regulations exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination Precautions The product must not be disposed with household waste Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel Product specific treatment and waste management information is available from Prexiso AG
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