Topcon RL-VH4G User Manual - Lasco Laser and Instrument
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1. 11 Battery Installation 11 Instrument Set up Procedure 11 Horizontal Rotation 11 Vertical Rotation 13 Battery Warning Lamp 12 Auto leveling Lamp 12 Turning Auto leveling off 12 Op rations 13 Scanning Mode 13 Continuous Scan 14 Laser Sensor Mode 15 Laser Pointing Mode stop 15 Changing Rotation Speed 15 How to Remove install Head Protector 10000 16 Height Alert Function 19 Setting Slopes 20 How to Set Slopes 21 Cancelling Slope Settings 21 Line Control manual vertical beam alignment 22 RC 30 Remote Control nnnervnnnnnvvnnnnn 24 Description of RC 30 Functions 25 How to set remote control communication channel 26 Maintaining Power Sources 27 Replacing Dry Batteries 27 Checking and Adjusting 28 Horizontal Calibration 29 Horizontal Rotation Cone Error 33 Vertical Calibration 34 Standard Optional Accessories 38 Storage Precautions c2. 17 How to Install 1 Insert the head protector pin into the groove of the instrument until you feel it click Pin Groove Na 3 Check that the head protector is securely locked 18 Height Alert function When auto leveling and height alert function are active this function prevents the instru ment from operating if it is disturbed after the laser beam emits for one minute This helps insures accurate control If the height or inclination of the instrument changes the height of instrument should be verified and re established if necessary 1 To activate the Height Alert function depress and Leveling LED hold the left Alignment control pad see page 10 on the control panel while turning on the instrument by pressing the Power control pad The three LEDs Leveling Manual Battery will flash at the same time Battery LED for three seconds 2 When this function is active and the unit is disturbed Manual LED three visible LEDs will rapidly flash 3 To re activate auto leveling and check the beam height turn the unit off then on again by pressing the Power control pad twice After auto leveling is complete check the beam height to confirm it has not changed 4 The Height Alert function is now inactive To re activate turn unit off and repeat step 1 19 Setting Slopes The laser beam can be manually sloped in either the X or Y axis single slope or both axes compound slope With the inclin
3. Make sure the unit is level by check ing the level vial Use the leveling screw to adjust if necessary 5 Turn the power switch on Laser beam should be in scanning mode 6 Mark where the split beam emitted from the top of the rotary head strikes wall A Ha Measure the distance dHa between marks Ma and Ha 34 7 Without moving the position of the front foot pivot the instrument so the rotary head is now facing wall B 8 Mark where the split beam emitted from the top of the rotary head strikes wall B D Hb Measure the distance dHb between marks Mb and Hb 9 Compare the two measurements dHa and dHb If the difference between the two measurements is less than 3mm 1 8 of an inch no adjustment is necessary Oth erwise adjust as follows about 1m about 30 m 98ft 35 2 Adjusting Calibration Turn the unit off by pressing the START pad once Confirm that unit has shut off before beginning the following procedure In step 2 and 3 optional RC 30 remote control is helpful 1 Without moving the unit press the ENTER and START keys simultaneously 2 Press either the right or left key on the Alignment Control pad to move the laser beam up or down on wall B until the measurement for the distance dHb is the same as the mea surement dHa on wall A E e This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 30 When using the RC 30 select the Y axis using the X Y axis selection key and mov
4. mode Pressing this switch for more than three seconds puts laser in standby mode allowing the user to conserve battery power If laser remains in standby mode for 2 hours laser will turn off automatically Mode switch control Manual focus control Not operable Slope mode X Y axis selection Press this key for more than three seconds to set slope mode or select X or Y axis Description of RC 30 functions Laser power switch Pressing for more than three seconds turns laser standby mode on or off Standby mode Laser turns off if standby mode continues for two hours This mode cannot be used when the main power of the rotating laser is OFF Transmission lamp This lamp will indicates a signal is being transmitted by the RC 30 It should illuminate any time a control pad is pressed Battery warning Battery warning for RC 30 lamp for RC 30 Replace the batteries with new ones Speed control The rotation speed of the rotary head can be changed Alignment control Moves beam up or down horizontal rotation Moves beam right or left vertical rotation Valid when axis is selected with the X Y axis selection key Indicates axis selected during beam sloping operation Mode switch Laser mode is switched alternately as follows control Scan mode Laser sensor mode Laser pointing mode X Y axis selection Sets slope mode by pressing for more than three seconds Lightly pressing this key for short time will switchover the X
5. sure the heights of the instruments are aligned K e When the laser beam is difficult to see it can be checked in the Laser sensor mode or the Laser pointing mode 29 5 Turn the unit on again and allow auto leveling to complete 6 Make a new mark Mb where the laser beam strikes the paper 7 Measure the distance between the first mark Ma and the second mark Mb No calibration is neces sary if distance is within 6mm 1 4 of an inch 8 Repeat procedure for the Y axis 30 If less than 6mm 23 inches No calibration Necessary X1 laser beam Ma onan 30m 98feet 2 Adjusting Calibration If the distance between either set of marks is more than 6mm 1 4 of an inch but less than 25mm 1 inch turn the unit off by pressing the START pad once and use the following procedure to calibrate the laser Confirm that unit has shut off before beginning the proce dure In steps 2 and 3 use of optional RC 30 remote control can be helpful See page 33 1 While pressing the ENTER key press the START key This activates the X axis calibra tion mode Confirm that the X LED is lit Q Ma Center be position Laser beam Mb up or down Y X V 2 By pressing the right or left Alignment Control pad move the X2 Mb laser beam up or down until its centered between marks Ma and Mb e This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 30 e When using the RC 30 select the X axis wit
6. system display and rotating laser battery level display are not available with the LS 70G Level sensors other than the LS 70G cannot be used 38 Laser sensor holder model 6 Laser sensor Clamp knob HOLDER 6 Laser sensor holder model 6 Wall Mount 1C Clamp lever Laser Mounting Screw Elevation clamp knob 39 Battery holder DB 49C Rechargeable battery pack BT 63Q AC DC converter For Charging 1 Plug the AC DC converter into the DB 49C bat tery holder 2 Insert the converter power cord in an outlet 3 Complete charging by unplugging the con verter connector from the DB 49C battery holder after approximately 9 hours 4 Unplug the converter power cord from the out let The LED of DB 49C will indicate charging status DB 49C Red ON Charging Green ON Charging completed Green flashing DB 49C is not connected to BT 63Q Red flashing BT 63Q protection feature is working automatically RL VH4G can be used in this state Automatic protection feature In case of overcharge or high or low temperature state exceeding charging range charging will be stopped or changed to protect battery E e DB 49C can be used with dry batteries instead of BT 49Q 40 Storage Precautions Always clean the instrument after use Use a clean cloth moistened with a neutral detergent or water Never use an abrasive cleaner ether thinner benzene or other solvents Always make sur
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9. A2 TOPCON INSTRUCTION MANUAL ROTATING LASER RL VH4G 31339 90040 TPS FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Lutilisation de ce dispositif est autoris e seulement aux conditions suivantes 1 il ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 utilisateur du dispositif doit tre pr t accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique recu m me si ce brouillage est sus ceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet apparei num rique de la class B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Can ada Declaration of Conformity Model Number RL VH4G Trade Name TOPCON CORPORATION Responsible party TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS Inc Address 7400 National Drive Livermore CA 94551 U S A Telephone number 925 245 8300 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 operation Foreword Thank you for pu
10. DC4 5V Approx 3 months depends on the nature of use IPX6 Based onthe standard IEC 60529 157 L x64 W x34 H mm 6 2 L x2 5 W x1 3 H in 160 g 0 35 lbs without dry batteries 45 Error Code Use the table below to determine opera tion errors indicated by blinking lamps on the control panel If corrective action listed does not correct error please contact your local Topcon dealer GITE Lamp Indication Corrective Action Lamp A B and C blink in turn Auto leveling range error Correct tilt of the instrument until it less than 5 de grees Lamp C lights Battery power out error Replace all 4 batteries with new ones at the same time Lamp A B and C blink simulta Height alert error Turn power off rough level the instrument then turn neously power on again Check height of laser beam as it may have changed Lamp B blinks Calibration error Repeat calibration procedure If error repeats con tact your local Topcon dealer Lamp D and E blink simulta Internal error Turn power off then on again If error repeats con neously tact your local Topcon dealer 46 2006 TOPCON CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS INC 7400 National Drive Livermore CA 94551 U S A Phone 925 245 8300 Fax 925 245 8599 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 EUROPE POSITIONING B V Essebaan 11 290
11. ION Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Let the laser beam reach the aimed object or the target without anybody else in the laser beam path When operating in an open area avoid radiating laser beam at eye level 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 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 Risk of injury by dropping the instrument or case Do not use a carrying case with damaged belts grips or latches It could be dangerous if the instrument falls over please check that you fix the instrument to the wallmount or tripod Risk of injury by dropping a tripod and an instrument Always check that the screws of tripod are tightened Please note that the tips of tripod can be hazardous be aware of this when setting up or carrying the tripod User Wear the required protectors safety shoes helmet etc when operating 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
12. and Y axis Select X or Y axis for manual grading To cancel the slope mode press this key for more than three seconds Press the alignment key when in the slope mode only then will the rotating laser switch to the slope mode Stop beam control Not operable Manual focus Not operable control 25 How to set remote control communication channel The same channel must be set on the RL VH4G and the RC 30 remote controller RL VH4G 1 Remove the battery cover by turning the battery compartment lock to OPEN 2 Turn the channel switch to set a channel by using a small straight screwdriver see illustration for switch location 3 Replace the battery cover and turn the knob to Lock RC 30 1 Remove the rubber cover from the chan nel switch on the back of the RC 30 2 Turn the channel switch to the same channel position set on the RL VH4G 3 Replace the rubber cover 26 Channel switch Channel switch RC 30 Maintaining Power Sources Replacing dry batteries 1 Remove the battery cover by turning the battery com partment lock to OPEN 2 Remove the old batteries and replace with four 4 new D cell alkaline batteries making sure each is placed in the proper direction as indicated 3 Replace the battery cover and turn the knob to Lock e Re
13. ation of the instrument as the standard laser beam can be sloped within the range of 5 up or down e The standard for the inclination is the inclination of the instrument not that of the rotating head immediately after the auto leveling e This mode can be used with the Remote Controller RC 30 Inclination of the instrument AA N A IL SNS St 9 oh o ES Horizontal Compound slope gt a Single Axis Dual Axes 20 How to set slopes 1 Turn the instrument on by pressing the Power control pad Auto leveling will start 2 Press the X Y Axis Selection control pad once see page 10 The X axis lamp will flash To change to Y axis press the X Y pad once again Pressing the X Y pad toggles between X and Y axis selection 3 Select the axis for which you would like to set the slope 4 Select Laser pointing mode to stop beam rotation and manu ally align the beam over the direction of the selected axis see illustration on previous page 5 To move the laser beam up or down press and hold the right or left Alignment Control pad The Manual mode lamp will illuminate The flashing lamp for the selected axis will change to solid after several seconds indicating that the slope has been entered in the direction of the selected axis 6 After setting the slope for one axis press the X Y axis selec tion key to select the second axis Repeat procedures 4 and 5 to set the slope for the sec
14. cssseeeeeeees 41 HOW 10 SIO ss senenscinrssesennnnns 42 Specifications rrrnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnennnnnnner 44 Error Gode aaan 46 Standard System Components Tt ALS VIA CNS TUMMEN NE 1pc 2 Remote Controller RC 30 1 nrrnnnnnnnrnvnnnnnvnnnnnnrnvvnnnnrnnrnnnrrnnvnnnnsnnnnsnnene 1pc 3 Magnel TAlGel Luanda 2pc 4 BA AU SAS 1set 5 AASIZE GrY Daere aure 3pcs CANNES PN 1pc 7 Calibration decals RSR eee 1set 8 SD Kode AE EEE TE EE EE 1vol e Please make sure that all of the above items are in the box when you unpack e Additional Magnetic Scanning Targets may be included in some markets e Standard System Components will differ depend on the markets Optional Accessories P38 may be included in some markets 1 Remote Controller RC 30 may not be included as attachment in some systems 2 The following are battery configurations Included battery configurations vary by package Rechargeable battery type Dry battery type with Built in Run Charge system Holder DB 58 Rechargeable battery BT 63Q Holder DB 49C AC DC converter Nomenclature and Functions RL VH4G Laser emitting window Beam aperture Head protector Magnetic Scanning Target Lock button Lines may appear on the reflector strips They are part of normal manufacturing process and do not effect performance Leveling screw Battery holder Battery compartment lock Control Panel Low battery alert Alignm
15. ct projects a visible laser beam during operation This product is 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 Require ments and User s Guide IEC Publication 60825 1 provided on the safety standards for laser beam As per the said standard RL VH4G standard model is classified as Class 3R Illa Laser Products These are simple products to operate and do not require training from a laser safety officer In case of any failure do not disassemble the instrument Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer Labels A Beam aperture RL VH4G standard model Beam aperture AVOID EXPOSURE ate LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED ROM THIS APERTURE O ar eS c oS EET ED ke gt LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BE WAVELENGTH a 5mW MAXIMUM OUTPUT DIODE LASER CLASS Ia LASER PRODUCT TOPCON CORP Contents FOLGE WOM 5 255555 nent 1 Handling Precautions 1 Safety Information 2 Safety Cautions 3 VEE He 5 Exceptions from Responsibility 5 Laser Safety 6 COMENS eroaan a nues 7 Standard System Components 8 Nomenclature and Functions 9 Preparation for Use
16. e instrument is completely dry before storing Dry any moisture with a soft clean cloth 41 How to Store How to Store 1 Laser sensor holder model 6 Wall Mount 1C 42 How to Store 2 AC DC convertor 43 Specifications RL VH4G Accuracy Horizontal Vertical Auto leveling range Measuring range Diameter Rotation speeds Scanning width Light source Power supply Continuous operating time at 20 C 68 F Tripod screw Operating temperature Protection against water and dust Dimensions Weight 44 20 20 5 60m 197ft Using with LS 70G 2m 6 5ft 300m 984ft Changeable 0 300rpm Maximum 180 Solid state laser Visible laser 4D CELL Alkaline dry batteries Approx 27 hours Approx 247 hours When using the rechargeable internal power source BT 63Q Flat and dome head type W 57 8 x 11threads 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F IP54 Category 2 182 L x 167 W x 240 H mm 7 2 L x 6 6 W x 9 4 H in 2 6 kg 5 7 Ibs without dry batteries Remote controller RC 30 Operating range Radius Power supply Operating time Protection against Dimensions Weight Approx 80m 262ft Operating range will vary depending on environmental conditions Three AA alkaline batteries
17. e the laser beam up and down with the Alignment control key Laser beam up or down 36 3 When the beam is positioned so the two measurements are the same press the ENTER key The V LED will flash When the flashing stops the vertical calibration adjustment is made and power is turned off e This operation can be performed with the remote controller RC 30 When using the RC 30 press the ENTER key on the RC 30 unit The ENTER key for the RC 30 The same mark as the ENTER key for the instrument Repeat the checking procedure to confirm proper calibration has been made 37 Standard Optional Accessories LS 70G Laser Sensor Display The indicators are located on front and back sides of the instrument Beam receiving window On grade Index TIR On grade precision switch Two on grade precision options are available normal precision and high precision By press ing this switch the precision options are switched alternately Active precision setting is Shown on the display Normal precision is the default setting when power is turned on On grade Index Power switch Audio indicator switch Quite Loud OFF Audio speaker The power will be turned off automatically if no laser beam is detected within approximately 30 minutes To turn the sensor on again press the power switch The rotating laser safety lock
18. ent control X Y axis lamp Level For vertical operation X Y axis selection key Select X or Y axis for manual beam sloping Manual mode lamp ON Manual leveling mode OFF Auto leveling mode Auto manual leveling control ON OFF of Auto leveling To turn off the auto leveling press this key twice To turn on the auto lev eling again press this key once 10 Leveling lamp Flashing Laser is leveling On Auto leveling is completed RL VH4G remote control model has standby mode Power switch Mode switch control Laser mode is switched alternately as follows Scan mode Head rotates slowly searching for Magnetic Scanning Target When target is placed in beam path laser rapidly scans back and forth on target Laser sensor mode Laser sensor mode Head rotates at 300 rpm Use this setting when using an optional electronic laser sensor such as the Topcon LS 70 Speed control With Laser Point ing Mode selected the rota tion speed of the head can be changed Laser pointing mode Head stops rotating and the beam can be positioned by manually turning the head Preparation for Use Battery Installation For battery placement or replacement instructions see Maintaining Power Sources section page 20 Instrument Set up Procedure Horizontal Rotation 1 Set the instrument on any smooth surface that is within 5 of true level The RL VH4G auto level system will not function if the u
19. for the Magnetic Scanning Target When the target is properly placed in the beam path the laser beam will scan rapidly back and forth on the target and track the target as it is moved in its path 1 To change to scanning mode when operating press the Mode Control Pad see page 10 2 To initiate target scanning place the Magnetic Scanning Target in the beam path with the reflective strips facing toward the laser Vertical rotation Set scanning mode Face the target toward the instrument to start scanning 3 To end target scanning and resume searching beam remove target from beam path 13 Continuous scan Scan line length can be Drawn and held for Hands free operation Place target in beam path and hold for a moment The scanning beam will hesitate then start again When the target is now removed the beam will continue to scan automatically To change the length of the scanning line move the target left or right after the initial scan hesitation and the scanning line length will increase until the target is removed Move the target left or right while scanning the scanning line will lengthen The drawn line will continue to scan without target for hands free scan operation Scanning hesitates and starts again To cancel the Drawn scan simply Place the target into the scanning laser beam path again for more than two seconds 14 Laser Sensor Mode For long range or outdoor applications the instr
20. h the X Y axis selection key and move the laser beam up or down with the alignment key 3 When the beam is precisely centered press the ENTER key e This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 30 When using the RC 30 press the ENTER key on the RC 30 unit The ENTER key for the RC 30 The same mark as the ENTER key for the in strument The X LED will flash When the flashing stops the X axis calibration adjustment is made and power is turned off 4 For Y axis calibration turn the unit as instructed in step 1 then press the X Y Axis Selection pad e This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 30 When using the RC 30 select the Y axis using the X Y axis selection key and move the laser beam up and down with the Alignment control key Confirm that the Y LED is lit then repeat steps 2 to 4 for the Y axis Repeat the checking procedure to confirm proper calibration has been made If the calibration is greater than the adjustment allows the error LED will start flashing See Error Code on P46 If this occurs contact your Topcon dealer e When the laser beam is difficult to see it can be adjusted in the Laser sensor mode or the Laser pointing mode 32 Horizontal Rotation Cone Error Perform the following check after completing Horizontal Calibration on the previous page Minimum about 30m 98ft 4 Fo Cone error Well Datum TE Wal
21. l 7 7 1 Set up the laser centered between two walls approximately 30m 98 ft apart Orient the instrument so one axis either X or Y is facing the walls 2 Locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls using the target 3 Turn off the instrument and move the instrument closer to wall A 1m to 2m 3 ft to 6 ft Do not change the axis orientation of the instrument Turn the instrument on 4 Again locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls 5 Measure the distance between the first and second marks on each wall 6 If the difference between each set of marks is less than 3mm 1 8 of an inch no error exists Note If the error is grater than 3mm 1 8 of an inch contact your Topcon dealer 33 Vertical Calibration Perform the following check after completing Horizontal Calibration on the previous page 1 Checking 1 Set up the instrument half way between two walls a minimum of 30m 98 ft apart The instrument can be facing either direction X or Y No tripod is used 2 Turn the power switch on 3 Place a piece of paper on each wall A about 15 m about 15 m Wall f and B Mark the horizontal laser positions Ma and Mb on each wall using target 4 Turn the power switch off Position the about 30 m 98ft instrument for vertical operation see instruction on page 12 with the rotary head directly facing wall A see illustra tion
22. nit is placed more that 5 out of level For best operation it is recom mended that it be mounted to a tripod or the Topcon Wall Mount Model 1C Slope can be set in both axes X and Y See Set ting Slope section page 20 Horizontal Leveling range 11 Vertical Rotation 1 Place the instrument on its back as shown in the illustration 2 Turn the leveling screw s underneath the instrument until the bubble in the level vial on the operational panel is centered Battery Warning Lamp Flashing The power is low ON Solid Dead batteries Replace the batteries with new ones Auto leveling Lamp Flashing Auto leveling is in process When automatic leveling is almost complete the flashing rate will be slow The head will not rotate and the laser beam will not emit during the auto leveling process ON Solid Auto leveling is complete The rotary head is active and emits the laser beam Turning Auto leveling Off To turn OFF the auto leveling function manual mode press the Auto Manual control pad twice in quick succession The manual mode indicator light will illuminate The instrument can be positioned in any direction the laser beam remains on and the head will rotate IMPORTANT In manual mode the laser beam will not shut off if disturbed To return to Auto leveling mode press Auto Manual control pad once 12 Operation Scanning Mode In scan mode the laser rotates slowly searching
23. nstruction 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 death or serious injury N WARNING Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to personal injury or AN CAUTION physical damage to the instrument Injury refers to hurt burn electric shock etc Physical damage refers to damage to equipment and structure or furnishings Safety Cautions A WARNING There is a risk of fire electric shock or physical harm if you attempt to disassem ble or repair the instrument yourself This is to be carried out by TOPCON or an authorized dealer only Laser beam can be dangerous and can cause eye injury if used incorrectly Never attempt to repair the instrument yourself Cause eye injury or blindness Do not stare into beam RL VH4G standard model Do not stare into beam or view directly with optical instruments RL VH4G remote con trol compatible model Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use a wet battery e May ignite explosively Never use an instrument near flammable gas or liquid matter and do not use in a coal mine Battery can cause explosion or injury Do not dispose in fire or heat e The short circuit of a battery can cause a fire Do not short circuit battery when storing it N CAUT
24. ond axis Cancelling slope settings Press the Manual Mode pad The instrument returns to auto leveling mode Sample Laser pointing mode Move the beam up or down by pressing the right or left align ment keys 21 Line Control manual vertical beam alignment 1 Position the instrument for vertical operation as instructed on page 12 2 Press the Power Control pad to turn unit on When auto leveling is complete the laser beam will be emitted 3 Select the Laser Pointing operating mode and manually rotate the rotating head to align the tri angular mark t with the center of the mountain mark on the rotating head 4 Move the instrument to align Point A with the center of the laser Le Oo 5 Rotate the head so the beam is pointing toward point B Press either one of the Alignment Con trol pads to move the beam right or left until it is precisely aligned to point B 22 6 Select the operating mode using the Mode Control pad best suited for your application e This mode can be used with the Remote Controller RC 30 E e While an alignment control pad is pressed the auto leveling beam shut off will not operate 23 RC 30 Remote Control RC 30 Remote Control for remote compatible units only see page 8 Transmission lamp Battery warning lamp for RC 30 Stop beam control Not operable Speed control Alignment control X Y axis lamp 4S TOPCON 24 Laser Power Switch Standby
25. place all 4 batteries with new ones Do not mix old batteries and new ones 27 Checking and Adjusting There are three areas of performance the user should check periodically Horizontal Calibration Horizontal Rotation Cone Vertical Calibration The Horizontal Calibration and Vertical Calibration can be easily checked and in most cases adjustments can be made by the user Horizontal Rotation Cone can be checked by the user but if an error is found adjustments must be made by a Topcon service facility Attaching the calibration decals Before calibration attach the calibration decals to the instrument as shown below The cali bration decal shows the calibration function of certain control pads on the control panel Calibration Decals CALIBRATION O START While pressing 3 press 0 Xcat ON Yeat press amp ON VcaL ON GLASER BEAM CORRECTION Oor ENTER press 2 28 Horizontal Calibration 1 Checking Calibration 30m 98feet Instrument as seen from above 1 Set up a tripod 30m 98ft from a wall Mount the instru ment on the tripod facing the X1 side toward the wall 2 Turn the unit on and allow auto leveling to complete 3 Place a piece of paper on the wall Detect the laser posi tion on the wall with target and mark it Turn the instru ment off 4 Loosen the tripod screw rotate the instrument 180 degrees Note When rotating the instrument make
26. rchasing the Topcon RL VH4G Rotating Laser It is one the world s most advanced lasers To quickly and effectively use the RL VH4G please read these brief instructions care fully and keep them in a convenient location for future reference Handling Precautions Before starting work or operation be sure to check that the system is functioning properly 1 Vibration and Impact Protection When transporting the instrument provide protection to minimize risk of severe vibration or impact Severe vibration or impacts may affect beam accuracy 2 Laser Scanning Interference Particular reflective surfaces such as mirrors and some glass surfaces can cause beam reflection that in very rare circumstances can interfere with the laser scanning function If this should happen simply change the location of the laser or cover the reflective surface 3 Checking battery power Before operating check remaining battery life 4 Storing the instrument for long period When storing the instrument for long period remove the batteries 5 Rotating Head When sunlight etc enters the laser emitting window laser beam output may temporarily decrease In such a case prevent sunlight etc from entering by using a parasol or other means Safety Information In order to encourage the safe use of products to prevent damage to properties and to prevent any danger to the operator and to others important warnings are placed on the prod ucts and inserted in the i
27. 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 a fire an accident storms floods an act of a third party and or a usage other than under normal conditions 4 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of profits due to a change of data loss of data an interruption of business etc caused by using the product or an unusable product 5 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of profits caused by usage other than those usages 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 WARNING Handling the cord on this product or cords associated with accessories sold with this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling This product contains a CR Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material special handling may apply See http www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Note This is applicable to California U S A only Laser Safety This produ
28. ument can be used with an optional elec tronic laser sensor The Topcon LS 70G model is recommended Press the Mode Control Pad to select Laser sensor mode The beam rotates at 300 rpm in this setting e This mode can also be set with the Remote Controller RC 30 e Level sensors other than the LS 70G cannot be used Laser Pointing Mode stop Laser pointing This mode stops rotation and allows the laser beam to be pointed by manually rotating the head Press the mode control pad to select lt Laser pointing mode Beam rotation stops in this mode troller RC 30 Changing rotation speed 4 only available in Laser pointing mode fo Vi After selecting Laser pointing mode press either Speed Control Ur pad to change rotation speed The right pad increases the rotation speed The left pad reduces the rotation speed e This mode can be used with the Remote Controller RC 30 F e The laser beam cannot be moved with the Remote Con 15 How to Remove install Head Protector When the head protector post blocks the laser beam and interferes with opera tion remove the head protector from the instrument How to Remove 1 Press the lock button to release the lock 3 Pull the head protector in the direction of the arrow e When the head protector is installed do not hold by upper section of the head protector when transporting Doing so may cause head protector to come off with instrument falling off and may be damaged
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