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1. Figure 2 7 Contents of the traverse kit 1 accessory case Item Description Tribrach Accessory case keys 2x Prism base with level and optical plumb Prism Sighting target oa A OUO N Extra sighting targets 3x 10 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Inspection Care and Maintenance 2 Traverse Kit 2 Accessory Case f j fae NN Figure 2 8 Contents of the traverse kit 2 accessory case Item Description 1 Tribrach 2 Accessory case keys 2x 3 Prism base with level and optical plumb 4 Prism 5 Sighting target Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 11 2 Inspection Care and Maintenance Attaching the Accessory Case to the Instrument Case The accessory case can be fitted on top of the instrument case for transport to a job site Use straps not included as shown in figure 2 9 Straps to secure the accessory case to the instrument case f Mn Figure 2 9 Accessory case fitted to the top of the instrument case 12 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Inspection Care and Maintenance 2 Care and Maintenance Warning Do not remove the instrument cover from the instrument A Trimble VX Spatial Station is designed to withstand normal electromagnetic disturbance from the environment but it contains circuits that are sensitive to static electricity If an unauthorized person opens the instrument cover the function of the in
2. Enter PIN Enter PIN 1234 Failed Next Change Done Failed gt 10 times Enter PUK 0000000000 Done PUK Code The PUK Code is a ten digit code where each digit is set between 0 9 e g 0123456789 The PUK Code can not be changed by the user The PUK Code is set at the factory A document with the PUK Code is supplied to the user when the instrument is delivered Please save this document in a safe place Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 45 4 Setup Note If the PUK code has been lost please contact your authorized Trimble distributor to retrieve the PUK code Note The PUK Code is needed to unlock the instrument if wrong PIN Code has been entered more than ten times You can read out the PUK Code from the instrument 1 Press to scroll to Security and then press P amp 2 Press to scroll to Get PUK and then press PE 3 Press to return to the Security menu Setup Security i Exit to level Back gt gt Security _ Change PIN Radio settings gt gt Get PUK Bluetooth settings Reference HA Get PUK 0123456789 Done 46 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Radio Settings In the Radio settings menu it is possible to set the radio channel and network ID number Set Radio Channel 1 Press to scroll to Radio settings and then press PU 2 Press to scroll to Set radio channel and then press PE Setup Radi
3. Setup 4 Exit Menu 1 To exit the Setup menu press to scroll to Exit to level and then press PE The electronic level appears Setup gt gt Exit to level Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings Reference HA Note If the instrument is left idle for more than 300 seconds 5 minutes during any of the above routines then the instrument goes to suspend mode Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 67 4 Setup The Laser Pointer The Trimble VX Spatial Station uses a red laser only as a laser pointer The laser pointer is coaxial with the line of sight of the telescope If the instrument is well adjusted the red laser pointer coincides with the line of sight External influences such as shock or large temperature fluctuations can displace the red laser pointer relative to the line of sight Aligning the Laser Pointer J Caution Viewing the laser spot on the adjustment target through the telescope is safe Do not try to make the adjustment using a prism the reflected light from a prism can be dazing J Caution Do not use the laser pointer as an aid when searching for prisms the reflected light can daze your eyes The reflected light will not damage your eyes but might be uncomfortable To avoid faulty measurements using the laser pointer use the supplied adjustment target to check the laser alignment regularly and before you attempt precise distance measurements 1 Setup the adj
4. Caution When the Trimble CU is removed from the instrument it is recommended to to have the Trimble CU in suspend mode Removing the Trimble CU from the instrument when in on mode will not damage the equipment but files that are being saved or written to when the Trimble CU is being removed might be damaged or lost 102 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Power Supply The power management in the Trimble VX Spatial Station has been designed to deliver the most operating time in the field The power management system includes the internal battery optional external battery pack and the Trimble battery charger Internal Power Supply The primary power supply for the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument is a rechargable removable Lithium ion battery The supplied battery is designed for use in the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument and features e Battery gauge to easily check power supply Rugged design One battery type for Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument and accessories The Trimble VX Spatial Station battery is on the side of the instrument and is easily removed and replaced See figure 6 51 Figure 6 51 Removing and replacing the internal battery Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 103 6 Instrument Technology To check the power supply in the Trimble VX Spatial Station battery using the integrated battery gauge press the button on the side of the battery See fig
5. Optical Plummet The instrument is equipped with an optical plummet which has 2x magnification and a focusing range of 0 5 m to infinity The instrument can be positioned to an accuracy of 0 5 mm at 1 5 m over a ground mark Figure 3 19 Optical plummet As shown in figure 3 19 e To focus the crosshairs rotate the eye piece e To focus the optical plummet to the ground push in or pull out the optical plummet For information on how to adjust the optical plummet See Adjusting the Optical Plummet on page 74 28 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 Handle The handle of the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument is detachable for measurements in confined spaces or for instances where the handle obstructs the sighting line The instrument handle is placed so that it will not obscure measurements in the face 1 posi tion or restrict plumbing vertically beneath an overhead marker or sighting up a vertical shaft The handle can be removed by 1 Unscrew the two Torx screws securing the handle to the instrument use a T30 Torx key 2 Slide the handle horizontally away from the front of the instrument See figure 3 20 and figure 3 21 m Torx T30 x2 Figure 3 20 Removing the instrument handle Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 29 3 Getting Started Figure 3 21 Detaching the instrument handle Attaching the handle Attaching the handle is completed by reve
6. Adjustments Current values Back HA 0 0010 Compensator calib VA 0 0012 gt gt HA VA collimation Tracker collim gt gt Continue Cancel Laser pointer The current collimation values appear 2 Press to scroll to one of the following Continue Then press to continue the HA VA collimation test Cancel Then press to return to the Adjustments menu Aim on target Face 1 obs 0 Face 2 obs 0 gt gt New observation gt gt New observation Change face i Change face If you select Continue 3 Press to scroll to one of the following New observation Then press to continue the HA VA collimation test Change face Then press to change between face 1 and 2 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 57 4 Setup Cancel Then press to return to the Adjustments menu If you select New observation d Aim accurately in face 2 towards a point near the horizon at max 5 grads 4 5 degrees to the horizontal and at a minimum distance of 100 m 328 ft e Press to scroll to New observation Then Press to measure and record angles f Re sight the instrument at the same point and press the enter key again Repeat this process for a minimum of 5 sightings in face 2 g Press to scroll to Change face Then press to change to face 1 h Aim accurately towards the same point as that used in face 2 i Press to scroll to New observation Then Press to measure and record angles j R
7. Exit Menu The Laser Pointer eM he Aligning the Laser Pointer Adjusting the Laser Beam Measuring the Instrument Height Adjusting the Optical Plummet Pre Measurement Check List Attaching the Trimble CU Detaching the Trimble CU ConnectingaTSC2 Servo and Autolock Mode Robotic Mode Lifting the Instrument Instrument Operation Methods Introduction Senha Aa OR Stn de Conventional Measurement with Servo Autolock Measurement Robotic Measurement Scanning Instrument Technology Angle Measuring Technology Correction for Mislevelment Correction for Collimation Errors Correction for Trunnion Axis Tilt oad Averaging Measurements to Reduce Sighting Errors Distance Measuring Technology DR PLUS Beam Divergence 2 Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 34 er 38 639 40 40 45 41 e331 r 93 EADS 65 65 66 67 68 68 69 ed 74 76 ee 78 80 80 82 83 86 86 86 87 87 90 90 90 92 93 94 94 95 Camera Technology w d geere Gide ar ok ee ei oe ee ee 97 Servo Technology 2 2 2 2 ee ee ee ee ee es 98 Position SENO oe ee eek ce ee BORO ee ea ee waa ah 99 Focus Sery sp wou fe ke Bods a th a ee WE EA Se arte in OO Power Management 2 2 0 02 02 22 101 Stand Alone a fet wg tah Gao wa a TOL Instrument with Trimble cu
8. In this chapter E Battery E Instrument Description m Laser and LED Information Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 15 3 Getting Started Battery Before charging or using a battery it is important that you read and understand the battery safety and environment information Battery Safety and Environment Information A Warning Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium ion battery A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged Signs of damage include but are not limited to discoloration warping and leaking battery fluid Do not expose the battery to fire high temperature or direct sunlight Do not immerse the battery in water Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather Do not drop or puncture the battery Do not open the battery or short circuit its contacts Warning Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium ion battery if it appears to be leaking Battery fluid is corrosive and contact with it can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage If the battery leaks avoid contact with the battery fluid If battery fluid gets into your eyes immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention Do not rub your eyes If battery fluid gets onto
9. If the instrument has been used in damp weather take the instrument indoors and remove the instrument from the instrument case Leave the instrument to dry naturally If condensation forms on the lenses allow the moisture to evaporate naturally Leave the carrying case open until all moisture has evaporated Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 13 2 Inspection Care and Maintenance Transporting the Instrument Always transport the instrument in a locked instrument case For longer trips transport the instrument in the instrument case and inside the original shipping container Caution When shipping an instrument make sure that the Trimble CU is not attached to the instrument Place the Trimble CU in its own compartment in the transport case to avoid damage to the instrument See Figure 2 1 Servicing Note There are no user serviceable parts on the Trimble VX Spatial Station Trimble recommends that you take the instrument to an authorized Trimble service workshop for service and calibration once a year This is to guarantee that the specified accuracies are maintained When you send the instrument to a service center clearly write the name of the sender and the receiver on the instrument case If repairs are required enclose a note in the instrument case The note should clearly describe any fault or symptoms and indicate that servicing is required 14 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER Getting Started
10. Setup Level setup gt gt Exit to level Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings Reference HA Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 37 4 Setup If the PIN code security option has not been activated the instrument will be unlocked To go to Setup Level press P amp Note If no selection is made within 10 seconds the instrument will go to suspend mode To return to the select mode menu press the trigger key Select Mode gt gt Setup Level Time out in 10 sec Waiting for setup connection gt gt Exit to level Security Radio settings Channel Bluetooth settings Network ID Reference HA Leveling Once you have selected Setup Level the face 2 display appears with the electronic bubble for leveling If there is a Trimble CU attached the Trimble CU software controls the face 2 display Figure 4 26 shows the leveling process To toggle between a graphical or numerical display make a long press on E To change the graphical displays sensitivity zoom make a short press on E 38 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 To accept and enter the setup menu press PEJ Note Due to the high speed servo it is important to use a high quality tripod and tribrach 1 250 X 0 0054 Y 0 0145 Setup gt gt Exit to level Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings y Reference HA Figure 4 26 Th
11. The PIN Code can be activated and changed by the user 40 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 As default the PIN Code is set to 0000 With this code set the security is not activated and the user will not be prompted to enter PIN Code at start up Note If the wrong code is entered more than 10 times the instrument will be locked and the PUK Code needs to be entered Activate or Change PIN Code To activate the security PIN Code or change the PIN Code 1 Press to scroll to Security and then press PE 2 Press to scroll to Change PIN and then press PJ 3 Enter the current PIN Code The underlined digit is selected for change a Press to change the digit to the correct number b Press to select the next digit c When all four digits have been set to the correct PIN code press PE 4 Enter the new PIN Code of your choice and press PE follow the instructions 3a 3b and 3c 5 To confirm the PIN Code press Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 41 4 Setup Setup Exit to level gt gt Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings Reference HA Change PIN OK Change PIN Confirm new PIN 0420 Next Change Done Security Back gt gt Change PIN Get PUK Change PIN Enter current PIN 0000 Next Change Done Change PIN Enter new PIN 0420 Next Change Done 42 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 6 Press to scroll to Bac
12. The Trimble VX Spatial Station Multi Battery Adapter can be attached to a tripod or placed on the ground and has a carrying handle As an alternative to the Multi Battery Adapter An external 12 V car battery can be used Use one of the following cables The Cable 3 0m Car battery croc clips to Hirose 6 pin The Cable 3 0m Cigarette lighter to Hirose 6 pin Caution Use only the gray cables with 6 pin Hirose connectors from Trimble when connecting a cable to the instrument and Multi Battery Adapter Charging the Battery The Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument is provided with a battery charger that can charge five Trimble VX Spatial Station batteries one after the other Connect the charger to the AC to DC converter Connect the AC to DC converter to 100 V 250 V 50 Hz 60 Hz power See figure 6 53 DC Input Via country specific adapter to mains power AC DC Converter Figure 6 53 Charger and battery Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 105 6 Instrument Technology 0 Tip The battery charger can also be used to charge the Trimble 7 4 V Li lon batteries see figure Figure 6 54 Figure 6 54 Trimble 7 4 V Li lon battery Battery Low Message If the battery capacity drops too low the Bat Low message appears in the Trimble CU display window and the instrument shuts down You must then change the battery within two hours to prevent losing instrument parameters and functions suc
13. To turn the instrument on press the Trigger key for 1 second or press the Trimble CU power key The instrument will also turn on if you connect a 12 V power supply or data communication cable to the foot connector Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 101 6 Instrument Technology Note During startup the Trigger key LED will flash once every second On Mode In the on mode the Trigger key LED will be on solid the face 2 display will be on The face 2 display will be controlled by the Trimble CU application program The attached Trimble CU will be on and the suspend mode back up battery in the Trimble CU will be charging To turn off the instrument press the Trigger key for 3 seconds or press the Trimble CU power key Depending on the settings in the Trimble CU operating system the instrument will turn off or go to suspend mode The instrument will go to suspend mode if the battery is very low battery capacity less than 2 Suspend Mode In the suspend mode the Trigger key LED will flash once every other second the face 2 display will be off The attached Trimble CU will be in suspend mode and the suspend mode back up battery in the Trimble CU will be charging To turn the instrument on press the Trigger key for 1 second or press the Trimble CU power key To turn the instrument off press the Trigger key for 3 seconds This will only turn off the instrument The Trimble CU will be in suspend mode until suspend time out occurs
14. put the instrument in the face 2 position i e the telescope eyepiece and face 2 keyboard and display are pointing towards you The face 2 display menus described in this chapter can only be accessed when there is no Trimble CU attached please remove the Trimble CU before starting the instrument Start the instrument by pressing the trigger key Once you start the instrument the Select Mode menu appears in the face 2 display If PIN Security code has been activated you will need to unlock the instrument before you proceed See Security on page 40 To unlock the instrument select Unlock Instrument and press Select Mode gt gt Unlock Instrument Setup Level Enter PIN 0000 Next Change Done Time out in 10 sec Instrument locked Waiting for connection Channel Network ID Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 35 4 Setup Note If no selection is made within 10 seconds the instrument will go to suspend mode To return to the select mode menu press the trigger key The PIN code is a four digit number The underlined digit is selected for change Press to change the digit to the correct number Press to select the next digit When all four digits have been set to the correct PIN code press PJ 36 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Enter PIN Enter PIN 0420 OK Next Change Done Select Mode gt gt Unlock Instrument
15. Bluetooth settings gt gt Set network ID Reference HA 3 To change the network ID number press to select Next and then press to change the channel number in the display Note a short press on the enter key will increment the network ID in increments of 1 pressing and holding the enter key will increment the network ID in steps of 10 Network ID range 0 255 For Set network ID example Set network ID 1 Network ID 100 UR Network ID 100 gt gt next 5 gt gt next short press set 4 When you have found the network ID number of your choice press to select Set and then press to store this network ID number You will then be returned to the Radio Settings menu Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 49 4 Setup Set network ID Storing radio parameters Network ID 115 next gt gt set Radio settings Back Set radio channel gt gt Set network ID 5 If you want to cancel Press to select Cancel and then press to return to the Radio Settings menu 6 To return to the Setup menu Press to scroll to Back and then press Pi 50 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Bluetooth Settings All Trimble VX Spatial Station instruments are equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology for cable free operations The Bluetooth antenna is located directly beneath the controller attachment plate in the face 1 position In order to facilitate communications between a
16. CLASS 1 vi Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Trimble Target ID The Trimble Target ID is a LASER CLASS 1 PRODUCT CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Trimble MultiTrack Target The Trimble MultiTrack Target is a LASER CLASS 1 PRODUCT CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT Battery Safety A Warning Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium ion battery A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged Signs of damage include but are not limited to discoloration warping and leaking battery fluid Do not expose the battery to fire high temperature or direct sunlight Do not immerse the battery in water Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather Do not drop or puncture the battery Do not open the battery or short circuit its contacts Warning Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium ion battery if it appears to be leaking Battery fluid is corrosive and contact with it can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage If the battery leaks avoid contact with the battery fluid If battery fluid gets into your eyes immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention Do not rub your eyes If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing immed
17. Depending on the settings in the Trimble CU operating system the instrument will turn off or go to suspend mode The Robotic Holder and the Trimble CU will go to suspend mode if the battery level is low battery capacity less than 2 Suspend Mode In the suspend mode the Robotic Holder and the attached Trimble CU will be in suspend mode and the suspend mode back up battery in the Trimble CU will be charging To turn on the Robotic Holder and the Trimble CU press the Trimble CU power key The Robotic Holder and the Trimble CU will be in suspend mode until suspend time out occurs Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 125 7 Options amp Accessories Caution When the Trimble CU is removed from the Robotic Holder it is recommended to have the Trimble CU in suspend mode To remove the Trimble CU from the instrument when in on mode will not damage the equipment but files that are being saved or written to when the Trimble CU is being removed might be damaged or lost Attaching a Battery 1 Fit the battery on to the hooks on the holder 1 2 Push the battery on to the holder until it clicks into place 2 See figure 7 71 Figure 7 71 Attaching a battery to the Trimble Robotic Holder Detaching a Battery 1 Pull the battery lock mechanism away from the battery 1 2 Lift up this side of the battery 2 126 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 3 Remove the battery from the ho
18. VX Spatial Station to its full extent Setup Stability When an instrument is setup it is important to consider the following 1 Set tripod legs wide apart to increase the stability of the setup A setup where one leg is placed on e g asphalt and the other two on soil will still be a stable setup provided that the tripod legs are set wide enough If it is not possible to set the tripod legs wide apart due to obstacles then the tripod can be lowered to increase stability Figure 4 25 Correct instrument set up 2 Make sure that all the screws on the tripod and or tribrach are tightened to avoid any play 3 Any high quality tripod and tribrach can be used However Trimble strongly recommends the use of tripod heads made of steel aluminium or similar material Tripod heads of fiberglass or other composite materials are not recommended See Servo Technology on page 98 for more information Measurement Stability Take into account that instruments require sufficient time to adjust to the ambient temperature The following rule of thumb for a high precision measurement applies Temperature difference in degree Celsius C x 2 duration in minutes required for the instrument to adjust to the new temperature Avoid sighting across fields with intense heat shimmer by sun light e g at noon 34 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Starting the Instrument Note Before following any of the instructions below
19. and VA Collimation errors detailed above To correct for the tracker collimation errors carry out an Autolock collimation test The Autolock collimation test automatically observes angular measurements to a target in both faces the tracker collimation errors are calculated and the respective correction values are stored in the instrument The Autolock collimation correction values are then applied to all subsequent angle measurements observed when Autolock is enabled Carry out an Autolock collimation test in the following situations e Whenever the instrument may have been roughly handled during transport e When the ambient temperature differs by more than 10 C 18 F from the previous collimation test e Immediately prior to high precision angle measurements using Autolock in a single face Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 91 6 Instrument Technology Correction for Trunnion Axis Tilt The trunnion axis tilt error is the deviation of the trunnion axis of the telescope from its required position at right angles to the plumb axis of the instrument See figure 6 44 Trunnion axis tilt error Figure 6 44 Trunnion axis tilt error In the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument perform a pre measurement trunnion axis tilt test to determine the trunnion axis tilt error Angular measurements are observed in both instrument faces the trunnion axis tilt error is calculated and the respective correction value is stored in t
20. are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential or commercial environment The product option Panel BT Attachment Part Number 58240012 contains a radio module C that applies to the R amp TTED 1999 5 EC Devices marked with Part Numbers 58052019 58012011 and 58022019 C 041 3 contain a radio module that applies to the R amp TTED 1999 5 EC and are intended to be used only in France Devices marked with Part Numbers 58050019 C 0413 58010011 and 58021019 contain a radio module that applies to the R amp TTED 1999 5 EC and are intended to be used in all European Community member states except France The compliance to the applicable requirements is detailed in the official Declaration of Conformity document which is filed at Trimble For product recycling instructions and more information please go to www trimble com ev shtml Recycling in Europe To recycle Trimble WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment products that run on electrical power Call 31 497 53 24 30 and ask for the WEEE Associate Or mail a request for recycling instructions to Trimble Europe BV c o Menlo Worldwide Logistics Meerheide 45 5521 DZ Eersel NL Japan The Radio Side Cover 2 4 GHz Part Number 58010011 contains radio module with certificate number OOSNYCA0416 ROOSNYCA0416 The product option Panel BT Attachment Part N
21. established a convenient and environmentally friendly recycling As Trimble makes additional recycling facilities available for your use we will post their locations and contact information to our Recycling Instructions web page For product recycling instructions and more information please go to www trimble com environment summary html Recycling in Europe To recycle Trimble WEEE Call 31 497 53 2430 and ask for the WEEE Associate Or Mail a request for recycling instructions to Trimble Europe BV c o Menlo Worldwide Logistics Meerheide 45 5521 DZ Eersel NL viii Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Declaration of Conformity Trimble VX Spatial Station Issuer s name Object of declaration harmonised standards LVD IEC EN 60825 1 2007 EMCD EN 61326 1 2006 R amp TTED Health and Safety Art 3 1 a EMC Art 3 1 b Spectrum Art 3 2 Signed for and on behalf of Date Name and function Trimble P N 57009021 Rev A Declaration of Conformity DoC The object of declaration described above fulfils the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC LVD and is in conformity with the essential requirements of the EMC Directive 2004 108 EC EMCD and R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC R amp TTED based on the following European ce Trimble AB P O Box 64 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden Trimble VX Spatial Station Type Model Part Number VX 58455021 VX DR Plus 584
22. pointer Adjustments Back Set mode Off Compensator calib HA VA collimation Next Tracker collim gt gt Set gt gt Laser pointer 4 Ifyou want to cancel Press to select Cancel and then press to return to the Adjustments menu With the laser pointer on you can adjust the beam For more information see The Laser Pointer page 68 Autofocus calibration The Trimble S8 Total Station and the Trimble VX Spatial Station are equipped with an autofocus function Before you can start using the autofocus the function needs to be calibrated Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 63 4 Setup To start the calibration 1 Remove the CU from the instrument 2 Level the instrument The instrument will automatically check if the compensator is within range before the calibration is started 3 Press to scroll to Autofocus calib and press Adjustments Aim at Prism and Compensator calib focus manually Dist gt 500m HA VA collimation Tracker collim Laser pointer gt gt Autofocus calib 4 Aim and manually focus at a target at a distance of at least 500 meters Then press PE Calibrating Calibration completed successfully 64 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Back Setup 4 1 To return to the Setup menu press to scroll to Back and then press Pa Adjustments gt gt Back Compensator calib HA VA collimation Tracker collim Laser pointer Setu
23. the Adjustments menu appears Laser Pointer The laser pointer is a visible laser that is emitted from the telescope along the line of sight The laser is used to visibly indicate the point being measured and is especially useful when employing the DR reflectorless EDM for measurement The laser pointer is clearly visible in areas of shadow inside buildings and tunnels and also at night however in bright sunshine it is generally not readily visible with the human eye The following controls allow the laser pointer to be switched On and Off Note The laser pointer is mechanically aligned to the telescope cross hairs The laser may require periodic adjustment to keep it perfectly aligned for measurement In order to adjust the laser pointer it has to be switched On see page 4 68 1 Press to scroll to Laser pointer then press PE Adjustments Set laser pointer Back Compensator calib Set mode Off HA VA collimation Tracker collim gt gt Next gt gt Laser pointer Set 62 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 2 To change the laser pointer setting press to select Next and then press to select On or Off Set laser pointer Set laser pointer Set mode Off Set mode On gt gt Next gt gt Next i Set Set 3 When you have found the setting of your choice press to select Set and then press to store this setting You will then be returned to the Adjustments menu Set laser
24. the adjustment target The adjusting screws are of a high tension because they are self locking The screws tighten automatically after you adjust them 5 Refit the plugs in the adjustment holes Make sure that the plugs are correctly fitted for proper sealing against the cover Caution To keep out moisture and dust make sure that the plugs are correctly fitted in the adjustment ports Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 71 4 Setup Measuring the Instrument Height There are two measurement marks on the side of the instrument The top mark corresponds to the trunnion axis of the instrument The bottom mark is 0 158 m 0 518 ft below the top mark Measure the bottom mark to the top ridge of the mark Figure 4 32 Top mark Top ridge of bottom mark Bottom mark Figure 4 32 Instrument height marks When there is a Trimble CU or TSC2 attached running a field application software the software has additional functions that reduce the bottom mark measurement to the required vertical instrument height to the trunnion axis see Figure 4 33 and the following paragraph 72 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Figure 4 33 Instrument height measurement The measured distance Hm is corrected for the slope of the measurement to obtain a vertical measurement to the bottom mark Hc The constant from the bottom mark to the top mark 0 158 m 0 518 ft is added to the Hc to obtain the vertica
25. the optical plummet 74 adjustments menu 53 aligning the laser beam 68 71 aligning the laser pointer 68 71 Autolock Aiming 111 Autolock technology 110 collimation 60 62 91 passive target 110 B batteries charging 17 18 105 conditioning 18 19 connecting external 22 connecting internal 20 disposing of 16 external 21 safety and environment information 16 battery change Target ID 116 battery Charger LED Behavior 19 battery charging system 105 battery low 106 beam adjustment 68 71 alignment 68 71 divergence 95 C Camera technology 97 care and maintenance 13 carrying straps 6 7 charging the batteries 17 18 105 cleaning 13 Collimation error 90 test 56 60 90 communication 106 compensator calibration 54 Control Unit attaching 77 detaching 78 correction for deviation of plumb axis 90 D Declaration of Conformity Trimble 2 4 GHz radio xii Trimble Panel BT Attachment xiii Trimble Target ID xi Trimble VX Spatial Station ix x DR PLUS laser and LED information 31 32 E environmental information batteries 16 European Union viii European Council Directive 89 336 EEC 2 exit menu 67 external battery 21 external power supply power supply external 104 F Face 2 Display 26 firmware version 65 66 H HA VA Collimation 56 60 handle attaching handle 30 detaching handle 29 I instrument attaching handle 30 detaching handle 29 height marks 72 height measurement 72 73 lifting 8
26. your skin or clothing immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid Warning Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium ion battery only in strict accordance with the instructions Charging or using the battery in unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or equipment damage To prevent injury or damage Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking Charge the Lithium ion battery only in a Trimble product that is specified to charge it Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the battery charger Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning odor Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the instructions in the product documentation Disposal Before disposal discharge the battery 16 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 e Dispose of the used battery in an environmentally sensitive manner according to local and national regulations see also Environmental Information page viii Charging the Lithium ion Battery The battery is supplied partially charged Charge the battery completely before using it for the first time To charge the battery use only a charger that is recommended by Trimble for charging the Lithium ion battery e Charge the battery before using t
27. 00 Org No 556550 9782 Box 64 Rinkebyv gen 17 Telefax 46 8 753 2464 VAT No SE556550978201 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden www trimble com Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide x Trimble 2 4 GHz Radio Trimble EC Declaration of Conformity to the Essential Requirements of the applicable R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Annex IV Product Manufacturer 2 4 GHz radio Types Models Robotic holder Global Robotic holder France Radio side cover 2 4GHz Global Radio side cover 2 4GHz France External radio 2 4GHz Global External radio 2 4GHz France Radio cover Trimble VX Global Radio cover Trimble VX France Radio cover SPS series Global Radio cover SPS series France Trimble AB P O Box 64 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden Part Numbers 58021019 58022019 58010019 58012019 58050019 58052019 58010011 58012011 58010012 58012012 The product complies with the essential requirements of the R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC as shown in the Technical Construction File TCF 2007 01 15_RA_Am 1 certified by the Notified Body 0413 reference number 608185 Technical references Article 3 1 a Health Article 3 1 a El Safety Article 3 1 b EMC Article 3 2 Radio EMCD EMC CE 0413 O 1999 519 EC EN 61010 1 2001 EN 301 489 17 ETS 300 328 2 V1 6 1 EN 61000 6 2 2001 As manufacturer we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directive stated above Dan
28. 268135 US 7382444 US 7441340 US 7589313 and D 526588 Patents pending Release Notice This is the January 2010 release version 6 0 of the Trimble VX Spatial Station user guide part number 57346002 It applies to the Trimble VX Spatial Station The following limited warranties give you specific legal rights You may have others which vary from state jurisdiction to state jurisdiction Product Warranty Information For applicable product warranty information please refer to the Warranty Card included with this Trimble product or consult your Trimble dealer Registration To receive information regarding updates and new products please contact your local dealer or visit www trimble com register Upon registration you may select the newsletter upgrade or new product information you desire Notices The product option Panel BT Attachment Part Number 58240012 contains a Bluetooth device with ID QD ID B010797 Australia and New Zealand This product conforms with the regulatory requirements of the N 324 Australian Communications Authority ACA EMC framework thus satisfying the requirements for C Tick Marking and sale within Australia and New Zealand Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of
29. 3 EOS Tip When connecting the cable to the instrument keep the Trimble logo on the connector upward Trimble logo Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 23 3 Getting Started Instrument Description This section describes the instrument controls Trimble recommends that you take some time to familiarize yourself with the names and the locations of the controls See figure 3 15 and figure 3 16 Removable handle Coarse sight Focusing servo knob Eye piece Instr height mark Vertical motion servo knob Coarse sight Horizontal motion USB servo knob Connector Bottom instrument height mark Trimble CU attachment On Off and trigger key Communication COM connector Power 12V connector Figure 3 15 Operator s view of the Trimble VX Spatial Station 24 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 Removable handle screws Radio antenna connector Coaxial optics for angle and distance Optics for Camera measurements tracker an acker and Compartment for visible laser F internal battery pointer Optical plummet Face 2 display Face 2 keyboard Figure 3 16 Front view of the Trimble VX Spatial Station Trigger Key When there is no Trimble CU attached to the instrument the trigger key functions as an On Off key An LED in the trigger key indicates if the instrument is turned on A solid light indicates on and a flashing
30. 3 L Language 66 laser and LED information DR PLUS 31 32 Target ID 116 laser pointer adjustment target for DR PLUS 68 alignment 68 71 turning on or off 51 62 65 66 warning label 31 LEDs battery charger 19 levelling 38 lifting instrument 83 M Min Max Range 94 Multi Battery Adapter 21 O optical plummet 28 74 P packing for Transport 14 plumb axis correction 90 power management 103 precision measurement hints 34 R radio internal 132 radio noise emissions Canada 2 Reference HA 53 Robotic Holder 124 131 S safety battery vii viii laser and LED v vii Servicing 14 servo focus 99 Horizontal and vertical position 99 site measurement with Autolock 86 with robotic 87 with servo 86 standard Rod 113 T target height measurement 122 123 height measurement mark 122 target ID battery change 116 laser and LED information 116 option 113 116 Trigger key 25 trunnion axis tilt 56 60 92 trunnion axis tilt test 92 U USB Connector 107 W warning label laser pointer 31 Weak Signal 94
31. 7 This is not a problem since the two axis have their own separate collimation data It is however important to make collimation test for both axes Manual aiming Autolock Figure 7 57 Difference between aiming manually and Autolock How to Check Aiming You can check how well the instrument is calibrated by measuring toward the prism with and without Autolock and compare the measured angles Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 111 7 Options amp Accessories 1 Aim manually at a prism and read out the horizontal and vertical angles 2 Turn on Autolock and let the instrument lock on to the same prism automatically read out the horizontal and vertical angles 3 Compare the angles between manual and Autolock aiming If the difference between the read out angles is significant you should carry out both a horizontal and vertical angle collimation adjustment and a tracker collimation adjustment 112 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Trimble Standard Rod The Trimble standard rod is available with the Trimble VX Spatial Station The rod contains the following features e Graduated scale in meters and feet e Fixed target height positions e 360 prism comprising 7X25 mm prisms prism constant 2 mm Leveling bubble e Target id with mini rod optional can be fitted The integrated mini rod can be easily connected to the standard rod or a conventional rod using the mini pol
32. 75021 X Code of accuracy Safety of laser products EMC for electrical equipment for measurement control amp laboratory use Emission Group 1 Class B ISM equipment immunity Requirements for equipment intended for use in industrial locations EN 50371 2002 EN 60950 2001 A11 2004 COR 2004 EN 301489 17 V1 3 2 2008 04 EN 301489 1 V1 8 1 2008 04 EN 300328 V1 7 1 2006 10 Trimble AB December 07 2009 Peter Fredriksson Director of Engineering SEIS HI Denderpt Signature Trimble AB Telphoos No 46 622 100K Org No 5655 99 Box 64 Rinkebyvigen I TekGx 468753 Mot VAT No SESS6340 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Trimble VX Spatial Station Accessories Trimble Rev A EC Declaration of Conformity to the Essential Requirements of the applicable Directives 89 336 EC including amendments by the CE marking Directive 93 68 EEC Product Trimble USB to RS232 converters Types Models Part Numbers USB to RS232 Adaptor 53001007 53001021 Cable H6 USB to DB9 RS232 53002007 53002021 Cable 1 5m H6 USB to LEMO7M RS232 53004007 53004021 Manufacturer Trimble AB P O Box 64 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden This declaration is based on the full compliance of the products with the following European harmonized standards EMC EN 61000 6 2 2001 EN 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1998 A2 2001 EN 61000 4 3 1996 A1 1998 A2 2001 EN 61000 6 3 2001 CISPR 22 1997 Cla
33. Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le Minist re des Communications du Canada This device has been designed to operate with an antenna having a maximum gain of 2 0 dBi Antennas having a higher gain are strictly prohibited per regulations of Industry Canada The required antenna impedance is 50 ohms To reduce potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropically radiated power EIRP is not more than that required for successful communication Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device The Radio Side Cover 2 4 GHz Part Number 58050019 58010011 and 58021007 contains radio module with IC 4492A 2410G The product option Panel BT Attachment Part Number 58240012 contains radio module with IC 5325A 090103S Europe This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B device pursuant to European Council Directive 89 336 EEC on EMC thereby satisfying the requirements for CE Marking and sale within the European Economic Area EEA These requirements
34. Connected eg go Ae Salta ate ee a OL Power Supply aeina KOPUAS Rg Bo kat ea Ende de ere See 103 Internal Power Supply ele Sie Rae ate Mee apada 2 et oe 103 External Power Supply 2 2 2 2 ee ee ee 104 Charging the Battery 2 2 2 2 2 2 we 2 105 Battery Low Message 2 7 ee ee 106 External Communication 2 2 02 22 02 22 2 4 2 106 Communication Com Connector 106 USB Connector 2 2 02 02 02 022 22 42 2 107 Options amp Accessories Autolock Technology 2 0 2 0 ee ee ee ee ee ee ee LO Aiming ae y aye Sha Gat Guede de eater ee gee ae te LAL How to Check Aiming 2 2 2 dT Trimble Standard Rod 2 2 2 ee ee ee ee ee 2 1B Trimbl Tarset ID gi Soest es sen arth es en ce ty i ee TB Trimble MultiTrack Target 2 2 2 ee ee ee ee ee ee ee AT RCAUITES view ao eats Bey fan El ee EA Oe a ey ee otek TD Measures oe Rg bse Tee Sond ee ae eee Sock L8 Fitting and Redovng the Battery Pa at Gr titer Stee Seats ALO Traverse Target 4D seg 4 he ce Mie hn elo ay a amp EE Ae a ee 21 Traverse Target Kit 2 2 2 2 2 2 0 2 2 121 Measuring the Target Height 122 Trimble Robotic Holder 2 2 2 ee ee ee 124 Power Management 2 2 2 we we ee 125 Attaching a Battery 2 2 0 0 2 126 DetachingaBattery 2 7 7 e126 Attaching a Trimble CU bho Gil en
35. TSC2 controller or Tablet computer and the Trimble VX Spatial Station instruments first enable the Bluetooth wireless technology option in the instrument This is carried out as follows Note Bluetooth wireless technology can not be used with Trimble VX Spatial Station scanning and video functions Caution Before starting the Bluetooth device make sure that the regulations of the country that you are working in allows the use of Bluetooth wireless technology 1 Press to scroll to Bluetooth settings then press Pa Setup Bluetooth dev is off Exit to level Security _ Set mode off Radio settings gt gt Bluetooth settings gt gt next Reference HA Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 51 4 Setup 2 To change the Bluetooth setting press to select Next and then press to select on or Off Bluetooth dev is off Set mode off gt gt next Bluetooth dev is on Set mode on gt gt next set Y 3 When you have found the setting of your choice press to select Set and then press to store this setting You will then be returned to the setup menu Bluetooth dev is on Set mode on next gt gt set Setup Exit to level Security Radio settings gt gt Bluetooth settings Reference HA 4 If you want to cancel Press to select Cancel and then press to return to the setup menu Note At delivery the Bluetooth device is by defa
36. Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide ion 6 0 Part inner 67346002 gt Trimble January 2010 Corporate Office Trimble Navigation Limited 645 North Mary Avenue PO Box 3642 Sunnyvale CA 94085 USA www trimble com Contact Information Trimble Navigation Limited Engineering and Construction Division 5475 Kellenburger Road Dayton Ohio 45424 1099 USA 800 538 7800 toll free in USA 1 937 245 5600 Phone 1 937 233 9004 Fax www trimble com Copyright and Trademarks 2006 2010 Trimble Navigation Limited All rights reserved Autolock TSC2 Tracklight Trimble and the Globe amp Triangle logo are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and other countries Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries Magdrive is a trademark The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Trimble Navigation Limited is under license All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners This product is covered by the following patents CH 465584 CH 466800 CH 885399 DE 69005105 DE 69005106 DE 69706653 3 EPO 465584 EPO 466800 EPO 885399 J 2846950 J 3039801 SE 0203830 5 SE 524329 SE 524655 SE 8901219 9 SE 8901221 5 US 5229828 US 5313409 US 6115112 US 7307710 DE 60319016 2 JP 4
37. al and not all of the items are delivered with the instrument some items are delivered with the accessory kits Item Description 1 Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument 2 Trimble CU 3 Allen key 4 Internal batteries 2x 5 Cable to USB for USB Memory or CF Card 6 360 prism with mini rod 7 Rain cover 8 USB memory 9 Mini rod adapter 10 Tools for target ID 2x 11 Tool for handle Torx T30 key 12 Tools for tribrach and optical plummet 13 Instrument case keys 2x 14 Instrument height meter 15 Trimble VX Spatial Station user guide CD 16 Getting Started Guide Lens rain cover not shown in figure Caution When shipping an instrument make sure that the Trimble CU is not attached to the instrument Place the Trimble CU in its own compartment in the transport case to avoid damage to the instrument See Figure 2 1 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 5 2 Inspection Care and Maintenance Storing the Carrying Straps When you are not using the carrying straps you can store them in the carrying strap compartment on the instrument case X Tip Put the waist straps into the carrying strap compartment first before the shoulder Straps To take out and use the carrying straps 1 Press the compartment lid lock downward and open the carrying strap compartment See figure 2 2 Compartment lid lock Carrying strap compartment Figure 2 2 Instrument case with the carrying straps insid
38. and mini rod on to the top of the rod and tighten 2 Push the Target ID on to the mini rod until it locks in place The spring lock will hold the Target ID in place Removing the Target ID is the reverse operation to fitting Mini rod Spring lock Adapter Figure 7 60 Fitting or removing the Target ID Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 115 7 Options amp Accessories LED Information The Target ID has been tested and complies with the regulations for a Class 1 LED product See figure 7 59 See Laser Safety on page v LED Aperture Figure 7 61 Target ID LED Aperture Changing the Batteries in the Target ID 1 Turn the screw securing the battery lid a quarter of a turn counter clockwise and then remove the battery lid 2 Hold the target ID at an angle and let the two used batteries slide out Insert two new AA size batteries 4 Fit the battery lid and then secure it by turning the screw a quarter of a turn clockwise See figure 7 62 Battery lid securing screw Battery lid 2x AA Size batteries y Figure 7 62 Target ID battery change 116 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Trimble MultiTrack Target The Trimble MultiTrack target provides fully coaxial passive and active tracking via an integrated 360 prism ring and 2 active 360 LED rings The active LED rings support the selection of a unique ID to ensure that 8 differe
39. anges in that balance caused by the presence of a Trimble CU controller or the absence of an internal battery To minimize imbalance in the instrument e Do not have the Trimble CU mounted on the instrument e An internal battery must be present in the battery compartment The instrument handle must be attached The instrument will automatically position the telescope and distance unit for best balance To start the compensator calibration 1 Level the instrument The instrument will automatically check if the compensator is within range before the calibration is started 2 Press to scroll to Compensator calib and then press P 3 Follow the instructions in the display Figure 4 27 Note Trimble recommends that you regularly carry out a compensator calibration particularly when measuring during high temperature variations and where the highest measurement accuracy is required The calibration process involves the instrument automatically reading the compensator value at a series of predetermined positions through the full rotation of the instrument The process takes approximately one minute to complete During the process the instrument should be on a stable platform free from vibration and untouched by the user 54 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Adjustments Ensure instrument Back handle is installed gt gt Compensator calib HA VA collimation Tracker collim Laser pointer Compensati
40. battery is revived If the Amber LED stays on the battery is no longer functional and needs to be replaced Conditioning the Battery Charge the battery as described above Ensure that the vents in the back of the charger are unobstructed and that the charger is on a flat and level surface If the Amber LED for a slot is flashing the battery occupying this slot requires conditioning A battery that has been subjected to 20 consecutive incomplete charge discharge cycles requires conditioning and will trigger the conditioning required indicator A full charge discharge cycle is defined as one that uses more than 90 of the battery capacity A battery requires conditioning if the power gauge a count of the battery capacity in the battery is misreading the battery capacity by more than 8 The battery is still safe to use but the power gauge may no longer be accurate which may decrease the battery run time in the field Using all the battery capacity before charging will reset the indicator The charger also has the capability to perform a conditioning cycle To condition the battery 1 Press the conditioning button on the back of the charger Amber LEDs become solid and all green LEDs start to flash Release the conditioning button See figure 3 11 In the conditioning mode the charger discharges any battery that requires conditioning and then charges it Conditioning a single battery can take up to 24 hours Conditioning five batteries
41. botic Holder from the Rod 1 To detach the Trimble Robotic Holder from the rod pull the release mechanism 1 2 Slide the holder off the rod bracket 2 Figure 7 76 Detach Trimble Robotic Holder from standard rod adapter Caution The Trimble CU and Robotic holder are not designed for mounting on a vehicle For vehicle or ATV always use the TSC2 controller which has been designed to withstand the shock and vibration conditions associated with that type of use Mounting the Trimble CU and Robotic holder in these situations is not recommended and puts your equipment at risk of damage that is not covered by warranty Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 131 7 Options amp Accessories Radio Internal Radio The Trimble VX Spatial Station has an internal radio to support robotic operations The internal radio is a 100 mW radio that operates in the public free 2 4 GHz band The radio uses frequency hopping technology to reduce radio interference and maintain radio communications in even the harshest RF environment The Trimble VX Spatial Station radio baud rate is 115200 bps This high baud rate reduces the measurement latency which ensures that a measurement viewed at the pole is received 100 msec after the measurement is sent from the instrument To maintain radio communication with the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument the Trimble CU at the pole must also be connected to a 2 4 GHz external radio The radio for th
42. can take up to 60 hours Trimble recommends that you condition the battery or batteries on a weekend Caution The bottom of the charger is hot during conditioning Do not touch the bottom plate 2 If you press the conditioning button again when conditioning is in progress you cancel conditioning To succeed a conditioning cycle must be uninterrupted 18 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 Conditioning button Figure 3 11 Battery charger conditioning button Battery Charger LED Behavior Status Amber LED Green LED No battery detected or battery defective ON OFF Battery detected charging not started Conditioning not required OFF OFF Conditioning required FLASHING OFF Charging in progress Conditioning not required OFF FLASHING Conditioning required FLASHING FLASHING Conditioning in progress ON FLASHING Conditioning done battery fully charged ON ON Battery fully charged Conditioning not required OFF ON Conditioning required FLASHING ON For information about the battery power gauge LEDs see also Power Supply page 103 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 19 3 Getting Started Inserting the Internal Battery The Trimble VX Spatial Station internal battery fits into the battery compartment on the side of the instrument This battery can easily be removed and replaced To insert the battery 1 Unclip the battery compartment door 2 Slide the battery into the battery compartmen
43. collimation error is the deviation of the sighting axis from its required position at right angles to trunnion axis The vertical collimation error is the difference between the vertical circle zero and the plumb axis of the instrument Traditionally collimation errors were eliminated by observing angles in both instrument faces In the Trimble VX Spatial Station a pre measurement collimation test is performed to determine the collimation errors Angular measurements are observed in both instrument faces the collimation errors are calculated and the respective correction values are stored in the instrument The collimation correction values are then applied to all subsequent angle measurements Angles observed in a single face are corrected for collimation errors which eliminates the need to measure in both instrument faces Carry out a collimation test in the following situations e Whenever the instrument may have been roughly handled during transport e When the ambient temperature differs by more than 10 C 18 F from the previous collimation test e Immediately prior to high precision angle measurements in one face 90 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Trimble VX Spatial Station Autolock A Trimble VX Spatial Station contains Autolock technology that can automatically lock and track a prism target Pointing errors caused by slight misalignment of the instruments tracker have a similar effect to the HA
44. deryd 2007 02 06 Original signed Engineering Manager Trimble AB Box 64 Rinkebyvigen 17 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden Telephone No 46 8 622 1000 Telefax 46 8 753 2464 www trimble com Org No 556550 9782 VAT No SE556550978201 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Trimble Panel BT Attachment Trimble EC Declaration of Conformity to the Essential Requirements of the applicable R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Annex III including amendments by the CE marking Directive 93 68 EEC Product Panel BT Attachment Types Models Part Numbers Panel BT Attachment Yellow 58240001 Panel BT Attachment Grey 58240012 Manufacturer Trimble AB P O Box 64 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden This declaration is based on the full compliance of the products in accordance with European harmonized standards Technical references Article 3 1 a Health 1999 519 EC Article 3 1 a El Safety EN 61010 1 2001 Article 3 1 b EMC EN 301 489 17 V1 2 1 2002 08 Article 3 2 Radio ETS 300 328 V1 6 1 2004 11 EMCD EMC EN 61000 6 2 2001 CE As manufacturer we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directive stated above Danderyd 2006 11 21 Original signed Martin Holmgren R amp D Manager Trimble AB Telephone No 46 8 622 1000 Org No 556550 9782 Box 64 Rinkebyv gen 17 Telefax 46 8 753 2464 VAT No SE556550978201 SE 182 11 Danderyd S
45. ds in the field software Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 93 6 Instrument Technology Distance Measuring Technology Trimble VX Spatial Station instruments are equipped with a combined distance unit This means that the instrument can measure to a prism or to normal surfaces direct reflex DR mode The instrument is available with a DR PLUS distance unit DR PLUS The DR PLUS is a pulsed laser distance unit that determines distances by precisely measuring the flight time of the transmitted light pulse The distance unit generates many short laser pulses which are transmitted through the telescope to the target The pulses reflect off the target surface and return to the instrument where the unit determines the time difference between the transmitted pulses and the received pulses The unit uses the time difference to calculate the distance to the target The DR PLUS distance unit includes additional functions that allow you to control the accuracy and precision of a DR measurement through the field application software field application software includes Standard Deviation This allows you to configure the required precision of the DR measurement before the distance will be accepted The distance measurement process will be carried out by the instrument until the preset standard deviation value has been achieved The default standard deviation value is 0 003m Setting this value to a higher number gives shorter measurement ti
46. e Trimble CU is available as an optional integrated module in the Trimble robotic holder The radio for the TSC2 is also available as an optional integrated 2 4 GHz radio module 132 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Radio Antenna Extension Kit For extended radio range it is possible to fit an antenna extension kit to get the radio antenna to a higher position on the rod where it is clear from obstruction by the user or the rod itself When working at the maximum radio range this can make a significant difference The antenna extension kit consists of Item Description a Antenna holder b Antenna cable c Washer d Locking washer e Nut 1 2 e e 4 a Figure 7 77 Fitting the antenna extension kit 1 Unscrew and remove the top part of the 360 prism 2 Fit the antenna holder a over the thread and re fit the top part of the 360 prism 3 Fit the washer c on the antenna cable b and fit the antenna cable b from underneath to the antenna holder Fit the locking washer d and nut e 5 Fit the antenna on top and connect the antenna cable to the antenna connector on the Trimble Robotic Holder Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 133 7 Options amp Accessories 134 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Index A Accessory case battery kit 8 fitting 12 robotic kit 9 traverse kit 1 10 traverse kit 2 11 adjusting the laser beam 68 71
47. e 87 5 Instrument Operation Methods 88 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER Instrument Technology In this chapter Angle Measuring Technology Distance Measuring Technology Camera Technology Servo Technology Power Management Power Supply External Communication Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 89 6 Instrument Technology Angle Measuring Technology The principles of angle measurement are based on reading an integrated signal over two opposite areas of the angle sensor and producing a mean angular value This eliminates inaccuracies caused by eccentricity and graduation In addition the angle measurement system compensates for the following automatic corrections Instrument mislevelment deviation of the plumb axis e Horizontal and vertical collimation error e Trunnion axis tilt See page 92 Correction for Mislevelment The Trimble VX Spatial Station automatically corrects for mislevelments up to 6 The instrument warns the operator immediately of any mislevelments in excess of 6 0 11 grads The Trimble VX Spatial Station also utilizes Surepoint to automatically correct the pointing of the telescope for all mislevelment and trunnion axis errors in real time during operation Corrections for the horizontal angle vertical angle and slope distance are calculated in the field application software and applied to all measurements Correction for Collimation Errors The horizontal
48. e VX Spatial Station instrument can set the instrument to one of three different modes e Off mode e On mode Suspend mode Stand Alone Instrument only no Trimble CU connected Off Mode In the off mode the Trigger key LED and face 2 display is off Press the Trigger key for 1 second to turn on the instrument The instrument will also turn on if you connect a 12 V power supply or data communication cable to the foot connector Note During startup the Trigger key LED will flash once every second On Mode In the on mode the Trigger key LED will be on solid the face 2 display will be on To turn off the instrument press the Trigger key for 3 seconds The instrument will go to off mode if the battery is very low battery capacity less than 2 If not used for 300 seconds 5 min the instrument will go to Suspend mode Suspend Mode In the suspend mode the Trigger key LED will flash once every other second the face 2 display will be off To turn the instrument on press the Trigger key for 1 second or turn on the instrument from a remote application To turn the instrument off press the Trigger key for 3 seconds In Suspend mode the instrument will turn off automatically at suspend time out The suspend time out is set in the Trimble CU operating system Instrument with Trimble CU Connected Off Mode In the off mode the Trigger key LED and face 2 display is off The Trimble CU will be off or in suspend mode
49. e adapter The target height from the tip of the mini rod to the center of the prism is 0 115 m 0 377 ft Trimble Target ID The target ID is an optional unit that connects to the Trimble standard rod to transform the prism from a passive target to an active target See figure 7 58 Figure 7 58 Trimble Target ID Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 113 7 Options amp Accessories You can configure the target ID to eight different IDs which are then used by the Trimble VX Spatial Station to ensure that the instrument locks onto and tracks only the target with the correct Target ID Configure the Target ID through its own LED display See figure 7 59 ID number Selection button On for 60 seconds Display On continuously Battery low On Mode button Battery lid Figure 7 59 Target ID controls Press the power button one or more times to access the following modes e On for 60 seconds e On continuously Off A bar appears beside the active mode When the Target ID is on the current target ID appears Press the ID number selection button to change the current target ID number The Target ID is powered by two AA size batteries that will operate the unit for approximately 12 hours continuous use A dot appears beside the battery symbol when battery power is low 114 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Fitting and Removing the Target ID 1 Screw the adapter
50. e leveling process Note If the instrument is inactive for longer than 300 seconds 5 minutes it will go to suspend mode See Power Management on page 101 Instrument Setup With the face 2 display you can access a number of instrument functions and routines without a Trimble CU attached In the leveling display select Setup by pressing PE the Setup Menu appears Note It is possible to access the instrument setup menu without levelling the instrument Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 39 4 Setup Setup gt gt Exit to level Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings Reference HA The instrument Setup menu is structured as follows Exit to level Security settings See Security on page 40 Radio settings See page 47 Bluetooth settings See Bluetooth Settings on page 51 Reference Horizontal Angle See page 53 Adjustments See page 53 Back Compensator calibration See page 54 HA VA and trunnion axis collimation See page 56 Tracker collimation See page 60 Laser pointer on off See page 62 Autofocus calibration See page 63 Firmware version information See page 65 Service info See Service Info on page 65 Language settings See Select Language on page 66 Security To avoid unauthorized use of the instrument a PIN PUK security code can be activated by the user PIN Code The PIN Code is a four digit code where each digit can be set between 0 9 e g 1234
51. e sight the instrument at the same point and press the enter key again Repeat this process for the same number of times as in face 2 As observations are made on the first face either face 1 or face 2 the angle values are stored and the counter increases When one or more observations have been taken on each face and the number of observations on each face are the same the software calculates and displays the new horizontal and vertical collimation values 4 Press to scroll to one of the following Trunnion coll Then press to continue to Trunnion collimation Store correction Then press to accept and store the new collimation values Cancel Then press to return to the adjustments menu Face 1 obs 5 Current values Face 2 obs 5 HA 0 0010 VA 0 0012 gt gt New observation t Trunnion coll i Change face gt gt Store correction Select Trunnion coll to continue with trunnion axis tilt collimation 5 Press to scroll to Trunnion coll Then press to continue the Trunnion axis tilt test 58 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Current values Aim on target HA 0 0010 VA 0 0012 gt gt Trunnion coll Store correction gt gt New observation Change face Face 1 obs 0 Face 1 obs 5 Face 2 obs 0 Face 2 obs 5 gt gt New observation Change face gt gt New observation Change face Press to scroll to one of the following New observation Then
52. e specification label unscrew the top cap of the target 1 Note The accuracy specification for Active mode is valid within 15 from horizontal For vertical angles outside of this range it is recommended to use passive mode or to use a tiltable target to ensure the most precise results j Specification label Figure 7 66 Location of Trimble MultiTrack Target specification label 120 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Traverse Target Traverse Target Kit 1 When assembling the Traverse target from the Traverse target kit 1 to the Prism base it is important to fit the supplied adapter to get a correct assembly Figure 7 67 Assembling the traverse target 1 Screw the adapter 2 on to the prism base 3 and tighten 2 Screw the target 1 on to the prism base 3 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 121 7 Options amp Accessories Measuring the Target Height There is a height measurement mark on the side of the prism base that can be turned out for easier reading of the height The height measurement mark is 0 158 m 0 518 ft below the target signal height Measure to the top ridge of the mark See figure 7 68 Target signal height Top ridge of height measurement mark Height measurement mark Figure 7 68 Target height marks When there is a Trimble CU attached running a field application software the software has additional f
53. e the compartment 2 Lift the straps from the compartment The straps are already attached to the instrument case See figure 2 3 6 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Inspection Care and Maintenance 2 Figure 2 3 Fitting the carrying straps 3 Close the compartment lid making sure that you do not jam the carrying straps See figure 2 4 Figure 2 4 Instrument case with the carrying straps ready for use Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 7 2 Inspection Care and Maintenance Battery Kit Accessory Case Figure 2 5 Contents of the battery kit accessory case Item Description 1 Battery charger power supply 2 Batteries 3x 3 Battery charger 4 Power cable 5 Accessory case keys 2x 6 Multi battery adapter 8 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Inspection Care and Maintenance 2 Robotic Kit Accessory Case Figure 2 6 Contents of the robotic kit accessory case Item Description aN Oak ON N O Trimble Advanced Holder Size AA batteries 2x Battery USB memory not included USB A receptacle dongle cable Rod adapter Standard rod adapter Accessory case keys 2x Carrying strap Mini rod adapter 360 Prism with mini rod and Target ID or Trimble MultiTrack Target Tools for Target ID 2x Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 9 2 Inspection Care and Maintenance Traverse Kit 1 Accessory Case
54. gy which is used for a robotic or a conventional measurement with Autolock Autolock technology controls the instrument servos and aims the instrument correctly towards the target See figure 7 56 XX Tip To assure maximum performance from the Autolock technology keep the lens clean and dry Figure 7 56 The Trimble VX Spatial Station Autolock function The Trimble VX Spatial Station can lock onto and track a target in two different modes depending on the type of target 110 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Passive mode In passive mode the instrument can lock onto and track a prism SplitVision When a Target ID is added to a prism the instrument will lock onto and track the active Target ID horizontally and the passive prism vertically Selection of the appropriate mode can be made via the field software interface while selecting the 360 target with Target ID prism type Note Make sure to select the correct target in the field software to ensure correct lock and tracking of the target Caution For precision measurements when using the 360 degree prism it is important to turn the prism so that one of the prisms is pointed at the instrument Aiming The adjustment between the two optical axes the telescope and the tracker may differ The difference will make it seem like the instrument does not point towards the center of the prism when using Autolock figure 7 5
55. h an angle less than 15 grads 13 5 degrees from the point where the collimation test was made The trunnion axis tilt determination accuracy will improve with a steeper angle towards the measured point The minimum distance for the trunnion axis tilt measurement is 30 m 66 fi Note If the trunnion axis tilt correction value is greater than 0 05 grads 0 045 degrees the message Fail Remeasure appears Press Yes and then repeat the measurement procedure If the value is greater than 0 05 grads 0 045 degrees and you answer No to the re measurement message the instrument uses the correction value previously stored in the instrument If the value is greater than 0 05grads 0 045 degrees then the instrument must be mechanically adjusted at the nearest authorized Trimble service center Autolock Collimation The instrument tracker unit is designed to be coaxial with the instrument cross hairs If for any reason the alignment of the tracker deviates from the line of the telescope cross hairs then errors in position of the point being measured would result For this reason an Autolock collimation check needs to be carried out on a regular basis under the same conditions as the HA VA collimation check to ensure that any slight misalignment is corrected for 60 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Perform the test over a similar distance as that you will be working on but at least 100 m The prism target must be very still duri
56. h as instrument height target height coordinates bearing and dual axis compensation After that time the system resets all parameters and functions to default values Note This safety backup of the instrument parameters and functions will work only when Bat low appears on the display it will not function if you remove the battery during operation External Communication Communication Com Connector The communication COM Connector on the base of the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument can be used for external communications to a computer or data collector Caution Use only the gray cables with 6 pin Hirose connectors from Trimble when connecting a cable to the instrument 106 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 USB Connector The USB Connector on the side of the panel attachment can be used for communication between an attached TCU and a USB memory USB Connector Figure 6 55 The USB Connector Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 107 6 Instrument Technology 108 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER Options amp Accessories In this chapter Autolock Technology Trimble Standard Rod Trimble MultiTrack Target Traverse Target Trimble Robotic Holder Radio Radio Antenna Extension Kit Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 109 7 Options amp Accessories Autolock Technology The Trimble VX Spatial Station is equipped with Autolock technolo
57. he instrument The trunnion axis tilt correction value is then applied to a correction to the horizontal angle value and an automatic repointing of the telescope using Surepoint technology Carry out a trunnion axis tilt test in the following situations e Whenever the instrument may have been roughly handled during transport e When the ambient temperature differs by more than 10 C 18 F from the previous collimation test 92 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Immediately prior to high precision angle measurements in one face especially where the vertical angles significantly deviate from the horizontal plane Averaging Measurements to Reduce Sighting Errors The Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument automatically reduces sighting errors caused by the misalignment of the instrument to the target or by pole movement during measurement The following techniques can be used e Use Autolock When Autolock is enabled the instrument automatically locks onto and tracks the target Manual sighting errors are reduced e Automatically average angles during distance measurement When measuring in Standard mode the instrument takes approximately 1 2seconds to measure the distance Angles returned to the instrument at 1000 Hz are averaged over the 1 2 second period to obtain an averaged angle measurement The resultant angle measurement is an average of over 1200 observations e Use average measurement metho
58. he total station if the equipment has been stored for longer than six months The charger operates between 0 C 32 F and 40 C 104 F Charging a battery at temperatures in the range of 0 C 32 F to 5 C 41 F will take longer than charging at room temperature Caution Ensure that nothing obstructs the vents in the back of the charger The bottom of the charger is hot during charging DC Input E 9 Via country specific adapter to mains power AC DC Converter Figure 3 10 Battery charger To charge the battery 1 Ensure that the vents in the back of the charger are unobstructed 2 Place the charger on a hard flat and level surface to ensure that there is airflow under the charger 3 To apply power to the charger use the AC to DC converter The charger scans the slots for a battery The green light flashes on the slot that is being scanned 4 Place the battery in any of the slots For an explanation of the LED display see page 19 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 17 3 Getting Started 5 Charging takes approximately 3 hours per battery at room temperature If several batteries are charging in the battery charger the batteries will be charged sequentially from left to right Leave a deeply discharged or shorted battery overnight in the charger to attempt to revive the battery A shorted battery is typically revived as soon as the slot is scanned If the Amber LED turns off the
59. iately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide vii Warning Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium ion battery only in strict accordance with the instructions Charging or using the battery in unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or equipment damage To prevent injury or damage Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking Charge the Lithium ion battery only in a Trimble product that is specified to charge it Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the battery charger Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning odor Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the instructions in the product documentation Environmental Information NOTICE FOR TRIMBLE S EUROPEAN UNION CUSTOMERS Trimble is pleased to announce a new recycling program for our European Union customers At Trimble we recognize the importance of minimizing the environmental impacts of our products We endeavor to meet your needs not only when you purchase and use our products but also when you are ready to dispose of them That is why Trimble is actively pursuing and will continue to pursue the expanded use of environmentally friendly materials in all its products and why we have
60. ion See Setup on page 34 Stable setup Unstable setup Figure 6 48 Tripod setup 98 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Position Servo The servo system is an electromagnetic Magdrive direct drive system which gives high turning speeds and accuracy The frictionless motion removes servo noise and reduces instrument wear The system provides endless horizontal and vertical motion including endless fine adjustment The instrument uses servo when performing a number of different operations such as turning the horizontal and vertical motion knobs for automatic test and calibration or when using Autolock technology for robotic surveying See figure 6 49 Note Due to the high speed servo it is important to use a high quality tripod and tribrach Vertical motion knob Horizontal motion knob Figure 6 49 Position servo Focus Servo The instrument is equipped with a focus servo The focus motion knob is on the side of the instrument for easy access Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 99 6 Instrument Technology The focus knob is connected to a servo motor that is integrated in the telescope When you turn the focus motion knob the servo motor adjusts the focusing lens See figure 6 50 Focus motion knob Figure 6 50 Focus servo 100 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Power Management The power management in the Trimbl
61. is adjusted the opposite screw must be adjusted equally in the reverse direction in order to keep the correct tension on the optics Do not overtighten the screws this might damage the optics 74 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Optical plummet reticule 4x Adjustment screws Ground mark Figure 4 34 Optical plummet adjustment Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 75 4 Setup Pre Measurement Check List Before you begin measurement or stake out operations check the following items Lenses are clean Instrument is correctly leveled e Collimation error Tracker collimation error Trunnion axis tilt e Correct radio channel is selected robotic measurements only Laser Pointer beam alignment e Measure instrument height e Allow sufficient time for the instrument to adjust to the ambient temperature see page 34 76 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Attaching the Trimble CU 1 Hook the top of the Trimble CU over the top edge of the panel attachment Figure 4 35 Lt U Figure 4 35 Attaching the Trimble CU to the instrument 2 Push the bottom of the Trimble CU toward the panel attachment until it clicks into place Figure 4 36 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 77 4 Setup a lt cuick Figure 4 36 Attaching the Trimble CU Detaching the Trimble CU Caution When the Trimble CU is removed from the instrument it is rec
62. k and then press to return to the Setup menu Unlock Instrument With PIN Code When the security PIN Code has been activated the PIN Code needs to be entered at start up To unlock the instrument select Unlock Instrument and press Select Mode gt gt Unlock Instrument Setup Level Enter PIN 0000 Next Change Done Time out in 10 sec Instrument locked Waiting for connection Channel Network ID Note If no selection is made within 10 seconds the instrument will go to suspend mode To return to the select mode menu press the trigger key The PIN code is a four digit number The underlined digit is selected for change 1 Press to change the digit to the correct number 2 Press to select the next digit 3 When all four digits have been set to the correct PIN code press PE Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 43 4 Setup Enter PIN Enter PIN 0420 OK Next Change Done Select Mode gt gt Unlock Instrument Setup Level setup gt gt Exit to level Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings Reference HA 44 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 If the wrong PIN Code is entered more than ten times you will be prompted to enter the PUK Code When the correct PUK Code has been entered the PIN Code will be reset to 0000 This means that the PIN Code security will be inactivated
63. l Station User Guide Contents Introduction Welcome Related Informati n Technical Assistance Your Comments Registration Inspection Care and Maintenance Inspecting the Container Instrument Case Storing the Garg Stans Battery Kit Accessory Case Robotic Kit Accessory Case Traverse Kit 1 Accessory Case Traverse Kit 2 Accessory Case Attaching the Accessory Case to the I Instrument Case Care and Maintenance Cleaning wg Getting Rid of Moisture Transporting the Instrument Servicing Getting Started Battery Bob OB cert eb te ds be eg ed Battery Safety and Environment Information Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Conditioning the Battery Battery Charger LED Behavior Inserting the Internal Battery Trimble Multi Battery Adapter Connecting the Trimble Multi Battery Adapter Instrument Description Trigger Key Face 2 Display Optical Plummet Handle Laser and LED Information Setup Setup Salta eee OR Setup Stability Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 1 NNN NY WY 16 16 alte LT 18 19 20 o 21 dd 24 bi 25 26 28 x29 31 334 34 Measurement Stability Starting the Instrument Leveling Instrument Setup Security PIN Code PUK Code Radio Settings Bluetooth Settings Reference HA Adjustments Menu a Firmware Version Information Service Info Select Language
64. l instrument height from the ground mark to the trunnion axis Ih For more information refer to the field software documentation Alternatively to obtain an accurate measurement to the top mark Ih you can manually measure the slope distance from the ground to the bottom mark Hm To calculate the total instrument height Ih insert the measured slope distance Hm into the formula below Ih 0 158 Hm 0 0917 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 73 4 Setup Adjusting the Optical Plummet 1 Set up the instrument and level it over a ground mark so that the tripod height is 1 5 m 0 1 m 4 920 ft 0 328 ft Figure 4 34 Note the position of the inner circle of the optical plummet in relation to the ground mark Turn the instrument 200 grads 180 degrees Note the position of the inner circle of the optical plummet in relation to the ground mark If the inner circle of the optical plummet reticule moves in relation to the ground mark you must adjust the plummet reticule location Adjust out half of the error with the four adjustments screws on the optical plummet Turn the instrument 200 grads 180 degrees If there is no movement between the inner circle of the optical plummet reticle in relation to the ground mark no further adjustment is needed Caution When adjusting the optical plummet with the four adjustment screws it is important that the screws are correctly adjusted When one screw
65. l time in the display of the Trimble CU The user will be able to see the measured points in the display of the Trimble CU The user can also use the camera to control the instrument from the Trimble CU touch screen Click on a point in the displayed picture and the instrument will point the telescope towards this point For more information please refer to the field software documentation Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 97 6 Instrument Technology N Caution Do not make direct sun observations without a camera sun filter foil this might cause damage to the camera The camera sun lens foil is available as an accessory part number 71001011 N Caution Take care when making steep observation so that the instrument does not accidentally point in to the sun This might cause damage to the camera Servo Technology The Trimble VX Spatial Station is equipped with servo controlled motors to position the instrument and focus the telescope Due to the high speed position servo and the SurePoint technology used in the Trimble VX Spatial Station it is important to use a high quality tripod and tribrach It is also important to set up the tripod in a position for best stability see figure Figure 6 48 If the setup tripod and or tribrach is are unstable the instrument servos might oscillate slightly in an effort to compensate for that instability An unstable setup that could negatively influence the resulting measurement precis
66. lder 3 See figure 7 72 Figure 7 72 Detaching a battery from the Trimble Robotic Holder Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 127 7 Options amp Accessories Attaching a Trimble CU 1 Hook the top of the Trimble CU over the top edge of the holder 1 2 Push the bottom of the Trimble CU towards the holder until it locks in place with a click 2 figure 7 73 Figure 7 73 Attach Trimble CU to Trimble Robotic Holder 128 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Detaching a Trimble CU Caution Make sure to switch off the Trimble CU before it is detached from the instrument 1 Push the lock release button on the bottom of the Trimble CU 1 and lift the bottom of the Trimble CU away from the holder 2 2 Unhook the top of the Trimble CU from the top edge of the panel attachment and remove the Trimble CU from the holder 3 figure 7 74 Figure 7 74 Detach Trimble CU from Trimble Robotic Holder Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 129 7 Options amp Accessories Attaching the Trimble Robotic Holder to the Rod To attach the Trimble Robotic Holder slide the holder onto the standard rod adapter until the holder locks into place with a click figure 7 75 Figure 7 75 Attaching the Trimble Robotic Holder to the standard rod adapter 130 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Detaching the Trimble Ro
67. led to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter Devices marked with Part Numbers 58050019 58010011 and 58021019 contains radio module with FCC ID HSW 2410G The product option Panel BT Attachment Part Number 58240012 contains radio module with FCC ID PVH090103S 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 Taiwan Battery Recycling Requirements The product contains a removable Lithium ion battery Taiwanese regulations require that waste batteries are recycled 2 Important Information Laser Safety Before using the instrument make sure that you understand this user guide as well as all equipment and job site safety requirements This equipment has been tested and found to comply with IEC 60825 1 2007 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations persuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated June 24 2007 Warning Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous LED or laser radiation exposure As with any bright light source such as the sun electric welding arcs or arc lamps common sense a
68. light indicates suspend mode When there is a Trimble CU running a field application software connected to the instrument the trigger key performs the same function as the Enter key on the Trimble CU Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 25 3 Getting Started Face 2 Display The face 2 display is a graphical display with a built in backlight and three control buttons See figure 3 17 Change face Enter Scroll Figure 3 17 Face 2 display and keyboard When a secondary function is available on a button an icon appears at the bottom of the display To access the secondary function press and hold the appropriate key When a Trimble CU is attached to the instrument the software running on the unit controls the face 2 display and keyboard and determines which secondary functions are available For details on how the software controls the face 2 display refer to the field software documentation When there is no Trimble CU attached to the instrument and you turn on the instrument using the trigger key the face 2 display shows an electronic leveling screen See figure 3 18 26 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 Figure 3 18 Electronic leveling screen on the face 2 display For information on how to access the compensator menu and instrument setup menu from the face 2 display and keyboard See Instrument Setup on page 39 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 27 3 Getting Started
69. me but is less accurate especially when measuring to surfaces at greater distances or at oblique angles to the line of sight e Weak Signal This allows you to accept a DR measurement that is below the normal instrument specification This is useful when measuring to poor reflective surfaces or when trying to achieve the maximum range of the instrument e Min Max Range This allows you to specify the DR measurement interval For example when you measure to a small object at 50 m with a background object at 200 m set the min max range from 2 m to 100 m The distance meter is then tuned to provide a distance within the specified range and to ignore any signal from outside the defined range By default the min max range is 2 300 m 94 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Beam Divergence All distance meter measurement beams diverge as the range from the instrument increases The divergence of the distance meter beam relates to an increase in the size of the area being sampled not to a degradation of the measurement precision See figure 6 45 Figure 6 45 Beam divergence Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 95 6 Instrument Technology A larger measuring area at longer range is generally better because it enables smaller objects such as power lines and antennas to be detected and accurately measured With a smaller measuring area these small objects can be easily missed A smaller measuring a
70. mments Your feedback about the supporting documentation helps us to improve it with each revision E mail your comments to ReaderFeedback trimble com Registration To receive information regarding updates and new products please register on the Trimble web site www trimble com register 2 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER Inspection Care and Maintenance In this chapter Inspecting the Container Instrument Case Battery Kit Accessory Case Robotic Kit Accessory Case Traverse Kit 1 Accessory Case Traverse Kit 2 Accessory Case Care and Maintenance Transporting the Instrument Servicing Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 3 2 Inspection Care and Maintenance Inspecting the Container Inspect the shipping container If the container arrives in poor condition examine the equipment for visible damage If damage is found immediately notify the carrier and your Trimble sales representative Keep the container and the packing material for the carrier to inspect Instrument Case When unpacking the instrument check that all ordered items are received Below is an example of where all items can be placed in the instrument case See figure 2 1 1 13 4 Figure 2 1 Position of items in the instrument case 4 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Inspection Care and Maintenance 2 Note Not included in the box Note Some of the items described in figure 2 1 are option
71. nection with quick release e Integrated 2 4 GHz radio Rugged ergonomic design with safety bumper to protect the Trimble CU e Quick release from pole connector e Two ports for external power supply and external communications USB 124 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 The Trimble VX Spatial Station battery powers the Trimble CU and radio during robotic operation You can use a USB memory with the Trimble Robotic Holder to transfer data between the office and the field or between two field devices Connect the USB memory through the USB dongle cable to the external communications port on the Trimble Robotic Holder Use Microsoft Windows Explorer to transfer the files from the Trimble CU to the memory Caution Use only the gray cables with 6 pin Hirose connectors from Trimble when connecting a cable to the Trimble Robotic Holder Power Management Off Mode In the off mode the Robotic Holder will be off The Trimble CU will be off or in suspend mode To turn on the Robotic Holder and the Trimble CU press the Trimble CU power key The Robotic Holder and Trimble CU will also turn on if you connect 12 V or data communication cable to the side connector On Mode In the on mode the Robotic Holder will be on The attached Trimble CU will be on and the suspend mode back up battery in the Trimble CU will be charging To turn off the Robotic Holder and the Trimble CU press the Trimble CU power key
72. ng the test Trimble recommends that you use a tripod or bipod mount for the target and must be in clear line of sight without any obstructing traffic The instrument is calibrated to accurately point at the center of the target in both horizontal and vertical axes The calibration is used to correct the positions of all points measured using the Autolock function The measured calibration values are stored and used until a new set of calibration values are determined Note The adjustment between the two optical axes i e the Telescope and the Tracker may differ See Aiming on page 111 1 Press to scroll to Tracker collim then press P Adjustments Current values Back HA 0 0010 Compensator calib VA 0 0012 HA VA collimation gt gt Tracker collim gt gt Continue Laser pointer Cancel 2 Accurately aim towards a prism 3 Press to scroll to New observation and then press Pa Aim at target Current values HA 0 0010 VA 0 0012 Change face gt gt New observation gt gt Store correction Cancel 4 The instrument will measure to the target in both faces automatically and then display the current values Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 61 4 Setup 5 Press to scroll to one of the following Store correction Then press to save the correction values Cancel Then press to return to the Adjustments menu 6 Once the instrument has stored the correction values
73. nt e g after service or shipment to a new location e After any accidental knock or drop e At any time when the operating temperature changes by more than 10 C 18 F e At any time when the instrument changes it s height above sea level by more than 500m 1640 Feet At any time when the highest accuracy positions are required Routinely on a periodic basis Monthly weekly etc Trimble also recommends that the operator keep a record of the dates and values measured so that any gross changes can easily be detected Gross changes can indicate the need for a check by an approved service center The adjustment of the instrument for HA VA collimation and Trunnion Axis tilt is a two stage process The Horizontal and Vertical collimation and the trunnion axis tilt correction have been measured and stored in the instrument at the factory In all calibrations multiple sightings will be made in both faces to ensure that any minor pointing errors can be eliminated in the accurate determination of current collimation error values 56 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 In a new instrument the values should be close to zero over time these will change The instrument allows a maximum value of 0 05 grads 0 045 degrees in the HA VA and Trunnion axis tilt values If these values are exceeded the instrument will need service to rectify a mechanical problem 1 Press to scroll to HA VA collimation and then press P amp
74. nt targets can be operated on a single site with full confidence that the correct target is always used Features Figure 7 63 Trimble MultiTrack Target features 1 Battery compartment 5 On Off and battery low indicator LED 2 Battery locks 6 Position indicator 3 5 8 Thread 7 Circular level 4 Channel select on off switch Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 117 7 Options amp Accessories Measures The prism constant is 10mm 33 6 mm With top cap unscrewed 135 mm Figure 7 64 Trimble MultiTrack Target measures 118 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Fitting and Removing the Battery To fit the battery push the battery in to the battery compartment 1 with the battery connectors 2 facing upwards and inwards until the battery locks clicks 3 in place To remove the battery slide the battery locks open 4 The battery can now slide out of the battery compartment 5 The battery is a Trimble 7 4 V Li lon battery The Trimble MultiTrack Target will provide active tracking for up to 8 hours from one fully charged battery When the on off and battery low indicator LED starts to flash the battery will have approximately 40 minutes operation time remaining Figure 7 65 Fitting and removing battery on a Trimble MultiTrack Target Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 119 7 Options amp Accessories Specification Label To read th
75. o settings Exit to level Back Security _ gt gt Set radio channel gt gt Radio settings Set network ID Bluetooth settings Reference HA 3 To change the radio channel number press to select Next and then press to change the channel number in the display Note a short press on the enter key will increment the radio channel in increments of 1 pressing and holding the enter key will increment the radio channel in steps of 10 For Set radio channel sl Set radio channel short Channel 1 presses Channel 8 gt gt next gt gt next 4 When you have found the channel number of your choice press to select Set and then press to store this channel number You will then be returned to the Radio Settings menu Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 47 4 Setup Set radio channel Storing radio parameters Channel 8 next gt gt set Radio settings Back gt gt Set radio channel Set network ID 5 If you want to cancel Press to select Cancel and then press to return to the Radio Settings menu 6 To return to the Setup menu Press to scroll to Back and then press Pi 48 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Set Network ID 1 Press to scroll to Radio settings and then press PE 2 Press to scroll to Set network ID and then press PM Setup Radio settings Exit to level Back Security gt gt Radio settings Set radio channel
76. ology Caution Before starting the Bluetooth device make sure that the regulations of the country that you are working in allows the use of Bluetooth wireless technology The TSC2 has integrated Bluetooth wireless technology Note Bluetooth wireless technology can not be used with Trimble VX Spatial Station scanning and video functions Figure 4 40 TSC2 connected to the Trimble VX Spatial Station with Bluetooth wireless technology for servo and Autolock measurements Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 81 4 Setup Robotic Mode The TSC2 is connected directly to the instrument via the integrated radio TSC2 Figure 4 41 TSC2 connected to the VX Spatial Station using the integrated radio for robotic measurements 82 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Lifting the Instrument To lift the instrument hold it as shown in Figure 4 42 Figure 4 42 Correct way to lift the instrument Do not hold the Trimble CU as you lift the instrument or you may accidentally push the lock release button causing the Trimble CU to fall off the instrument Figure 4 43 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 83 4 Setup Figure 4 43 Wrong way to lift the instrument 84 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER 5 Instrument Operation Methods In this chapter Introduction Conventional Measurement with Servo Autolock Measurement Robotic Measuremen
77. ommended to to have the Trimble CU in suspend or off mode To remove the Trimble CU from the instrument when in on mode will not damage the equipment but files that are being saved or written to when the Trimble CU is being removed might be damaged or lost 1 Push the lock release button on the bottom of the Trimble CU Figure 4 37 1 2 Lift the bottom of the Trimble CU away from the instrument Figure 4 37 2 78 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Push to unlock Figure 4 37 Detaching the Trimble CU 3 Unhook the top of the Trimble CU from the top edge of the panel attachment and remove the Trimble CU from the instrument Figure 4 38 Figure 4 38 Detaching the Trimble CU Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 79 4 Setup Connecting a TSC2 The TSC2 can be used as a controller for the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument Servo and Autolock Mode A TSC2 controller can be connected to the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument with a cable or by use of the Bluetooth wireless technology Connecting With Cable The TSC2 is connected from the Trimble VX Spatial Station com port to the USB connector on the TSC2 using cable part number 73840001 COM Port USB Port Figure 4 39 TSC2 connected to the Trimble VX Spatial Station with cable for servo and Autolock measurements 80 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Connecting With Bluetooth Wireless Techn
78. on Ensure control unit is complete not installed Compensating Balancing Figure 4 27 Compensator calibration routine Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 55 4 Setup HA VA Collimation and Trunnion Axis Tilt The Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument utilizes precise angle and distance measurements to determine the position of the point being measured The instruments design facilitates the ability to measure all points with a single pointing to the target in the face 1 position All electronic total stations are subject to collimation errors in both the horizontal and vertical angle measuring systems and also errors caused by the axis of the telescope not being truly perpendicular to the vertical of the instrument In order to compensate for these errors the collimation routine allows the operator to accurately determine the current errors in the instrument and store the errors as corrections to be applied to all measurements made in a single pointing to a target In this way the Trimble VX Spatial Stations will always provide accurate measurements The Collimation errors and Trunnion axis tilt will change over time the most common changes being caused by e Wear and tear with use Bumps and knocks during transit Large changes in operating temperature Trimble recommends that a collimation check and tilt axis check be carried out routinely as follows e After any long uncontrolled transport of the instrume
79. p Radio settings Bluetooth device Reference HA gt gt Adjustments Firmware version Firmware Version Information 1 Press to scroll to Firmware version and then press P The instrument firmware version appears on the screen The program will return automatically to the Setup menu Setup Radio settings Bluetooth device Reference HA Adjustments gt gt Firmware version Y version RX X X Service Info In the Service info menu it is possible to see the date for the next recommended service occasion or how many run time hours the instrument have left before service is recommended Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 65 4 Setup 1 Press to scroll to Service info and then press PE The instrument service info appears on the screen The program will return automatically to the Setup menu Setup Bluetooth device Next service date Reference HA 2008 10 17 Adjustments or Firmware version in242 Hours gt gt Service info Select Language In the Select language it is possible to select the language for the Face 2 display 1 Press to scroll to Select language and then press PS 2 Press to scroll through the available languages 3 Press to set language Setup Language Menu Reference HA Adjustments Language ENG Firmware version Service info gt gt Select language cancel next 66 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide
80. pplies DO NOT look into the laser aperture when the laser is on For further information regarding safe use of lasers refer to the IEC 60825 1 June 24 2007 Queries Address any questions you may have about laser safety to Trimble Navigation Limited 5475 Kellenburger Road Dayton OH USA 45424 1099 Attention Laser Safety Officer Quality Assurance Group Phone 937 233 8921 ext 824 or 800 538 7800 Fax 937 233 9661 Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide v Trimble VX Spatial Station The Trimble VX Spatial Station is a CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT The instrument contains visible and invisible laser sources e A laser diode for the distance measuring function operating at 905 nm infrared non visible light with a beam divergence of 0 4 X 0 8 mrad and an output power of lt 1 1 mW LASER CLASS 1 e A laser diode for laser pointer function operating at 630 680 nm visible light with a beam divergence of 0 3 mrad and an output power of lt 0 7 mW while the emission is coaxial with the telescope This mode operates in LASER CLASS 2 e As an option an Autolock laser diode operates at 785 nm infrared non visible light with a beam divergence of 38 5 mrad and an out put power of lt 0 35 mW while the emission is coaxial with the telescope This mode operates in LASER CLASS 1 When operating in prism mode with Autolock and or distance measurement the accessible radiation does not exceed the limits of LASER
81. press to continue the trunnion axis tilt test Change face Then press to change face Cancel Then press to return to the adjustments menu If you select New observation the number of observations in both faces appears a Aim accurately in face 2 towards a point at least 15 grads 13 5 degrees above or below the point where the collimation test was made at a minimum distance of 30 m 66 ft b c d e Press to measure and record angles Press to scroll to Change face Then press to change face Aim accurately towards the point Press to measure and record angles Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 59 4 Setup As observations are made on the first face either face 1 or face 2 the angle values are stored and the observation counter increases When one or more observations has been taken on each face and the number of observations on each face are the same the software calculates and displays the new trunnion axis tilt value Current values Adjustments Trunnion 0 0003 Back Compensator calib gt gt HA VA collimation gt gt Store correction Tracker collim Cancel Laser pointer 7 Press to scroll to one of the following Store correction Then press to accept the new trunnion axis tilt value The Adjustments menu appears Cancel Then press to return to the Adjustments menu Note The instrument will prohibit a trunnion axis tilt test if it is made towards a point wit
82. rea has advantages when measuring tight corners and vertices at close range When observing measurements to a tight corner the distance meter beam divergence introduces a range error caused by the size of the sampling area See figure 6 46 Measured distance Required distance Required distance Measured distance Figure 6 46 Measuring to an inner and an outer corner Although the problem is reduced with a beam that uses a smaller measuring area the error can not be completely eliminated The most accurate solution to measure to tight corners and eliminates errors caused by beam divergence is to use an offset measurement method such as that used in the field application software 1 Measure two points on the face of the building 2 Aim the instrument at the corner to store the correct horizontal and vertical angle See figure 6 47 96 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6 Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 Figure 6 47 Offset measurement With offset measurements you can accurately measure difficult locations with DR instruments and eliminate beam divergence errors For more information refer to the field application software documentation Camera Technology The Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument is equipped with a camera The camera can be used to take snap shots for documentation purposes frame the area to be scanned or give the user the view from the instrument rea
83. rry out Autolock measurements Autolock enables the instrument to automatically lock on to a prism and then follow it precisely as it moves This means that the instrument is taking care of the pointing and that position can be continuously updated as the target moves around the jobsite Autolock is especially useful for carrying out rapid site topo measurements and during stakeout using a conventional two person crew It is also exceptionally useful for working in poor visibility and darkness conditions and for automatically checking to reference targets during measurements 86 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Operation Methods 5 Robotic Measurement Combining the servo tracker and radio capability enables the instrument to carry out measurements robotically This enables a single operator to control the instrument and carry out surface scans single point measurements or stakeout from the rod Scanning The Trimble VX Spatial Station is designed for surface scanning enabling the instrument to measure the shape of a surface for surface modelling and volume calculation etc Scanning can be performed in servo Autolock or Robotic mode for applications such as Topo mining tunneling and stockpiles The integrated camera in the Trimble VX Spatial Station enables the user to frame the area to be scanned and to take snapshots for documentation purposes etc See Camera Technology on page 97 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guid
84. rsing the above operations J Caution Make sure that the handle is firmly attached before you lift the instrument 30 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 Laser and LED Information For more information See Laser Safety on page v Trimble VX Spatial Station The Trimble VX Spatial Station has been tested and complies with the regulations for a Class 1 and Class 2 Laser product see figure 3 22 Distance measurement tracker and laser pointer aperture Camera aperture Figure 3 22 The Trimble VX Spatial Station The laser pointer warning label is on top of the distance measuring unit See figure 3 23 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 31 3 Getting Started Laser warning label Figure 3 23 Location of the laser pointer warning label on a Trimble VX Spatial Station Figure 3 24 Laser pointer warning label 32 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER Setup In this chapter Setup Starting the Instrument Leveling Instrument Setup The Laser Pointer Measuring the Instrument Height Pre Measurement Check List Attaching the Trimble CU Detaching the Trimble CU Connecting a TSC2 Lifting the Instrument Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 33 4 Setup Setup An instrument setup with good measuring stability will increase the precision in the measurement result and allow you to utilize the measurement precision of the Trimble
85. ss B CE As manufacturer we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directive stated above Danderyd 2006 06 14 TE Original signed Martin Holmgren R amp D Manager Trimble AB Telephone No 46 8 622 1000 Org No 56550 9782 Box 64 Rinkebyviigen 17 Telefax 46 8 753 2464 VAT No SE556550978201 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden www trimble com x Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Trimble Target ID Trimble e EC Declaration of Conformity to the Essential Requirements of the applicable Directives 89 336 EC and 73 23 EEC including amendments by the CE marking Directive 93 68 EEC Product Accessories Trimble S6 Series Types Models Part Numbers Target ID 58314001 58314019 Manufacturer Trimble AB P O Box 64 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden This declaration is based on the full compliance of the products with the following European harmonized standards EMC EN 61000 6 2 2001 EN 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1998 A2 2001 EN 61000 4 3 1996 A1 1998 A2 2001 EN 61000 6 3 2001 CISPR 22 1997 Class B Electrical Safety EN 61010 1 2001 Laser Safety EN 60825 1 1994 A1 2002 A2 2001 CE As manufacturer we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directive stated above Danderyd 2007 02 08 Original signed Engineering Manager Trimble AB Telephone No 46 8 622 10
86. strument is not guaranteed and the warranty is invalidated The Trimble VX Spatial Station is designed and tested to withstand field conditions but like all precision instruments it requires care and maintenance Take the following steps to get the best results from the instrument Do not subject the equipment to rough jolts or careless treatment Keep the lenses and reflectors clean Use only lens paper or other material that is designed for cleaning optical equipment As a cleaner a solution of pure water and 20 30 2 Propanol specified with evaporation residue lt 5mg I Keep the instrument protected and in an upright position preferably in the instrument case e Do not carry the instrument while the instrument is mounted on a tripod Doing so can damage the tribrach screws e Do not carry the instrument by the telescope barrel Use the handle e When you need extremely precise measurements make sure that the instrument has adapted to the surrounding temperature Significant variations in instrument temperature can affect precision Cleaning Caution Never use strong detergents such as benzine or thinners on the instrument or the instrument case Be very careful when cleaning the instrument especially when removing sand or dust from lenses and reflectors Never use coarse or dirty cloth or hard paper Trimble recommends that you use anti static lens paper a cotton wad or a lens brush Getting Rid of Moisture
87. t Scanning Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 85 5 Instrument Operation Methods Introduction This chapter describes the following instrument operational methods for the Trimble VX Spatial Station e Conventional measurement with servo e Autolock measurement e Robotic measurement e Scanning Conventional Measurement with Servo The Trimble VX Spatial Station is equipped with the servo system which provides the following advantages for conventional measurement e When combined with the Application software When setting staking out the instrument calculates and automatically aims towards the calculated position of the selected point The instrument will automatically point towards a selected reference target to check for instrument movement during measurements e Surepoint technology corrects the instrument pointing for mislevelment and collimation trunnion axis tilt errors in real time Surepoint technology restores the instruments pointing after accidental bumps vibration or wind The servo drives are continuous and endless allowing for rapid repeat manual pointing of the instrument with no end stops The servo drives are automatically turning the instrument during scanning Note To obtain the correct point location with the instrument you must aim correctly to the target Autolock Measurement Combining the servo capability with the Autolock tracker provides the ability to ca
88. t with the battery connectors positioned towards the top of the instrument See figure 3 12 Figure 3 12 Removing and replacing the internal battery 20 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started 3 Trimble Multi Battery Adapter J Warning Use only the specified battery and cable with the Multi Battery Adapter Use the adapter only to provide power to the specified Trimble product Never attempt to charge batteries while they are in the adapter Observe the warnings in the battery section of the manual The Multi Battery Adapter is an external battery adapter that holds and connects up to three Trimble VX Spatial Station batteries The Multi Battery Adapter has a hook so that the adapter can be attached to the tripod See figure 3 13 Batteries Battery cradle Hook Connector Battery cradle Figure 3 13 Multi Battery Adapter Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 21 3 Getting Started Connecting the Trimble Multi Battery Adapter The Trimble Multi Battery Adapter can be connected to the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument with a standard Trimble 6 pin Hirose battery cable See figure 3 14 Caution Use only the gray cables with 6 pin Hirose connectors from Trimble when connecting a cable to the instrument and Multi Battery Adapter Power 12V connector Figure 3 14 Connecting the Multi battery Adapter 22 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Getting Started
89. ult in off mode Any change to this setting made by an operator will become the default setting until changed again Note To reduce power consumption and extend operation time Trimble recommends that the Bluetooth device is switched off when not in use 52 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Reference HA 1 Press to scroll to Reference HA and then press PE Setup Exit to level Aim at target Security Radio settings Bluetooth settings gt gt Reference HA 2 Aim the instrument in face 2 towards the target and then press enter to set or to cancel Since the instrument is aimed at the reference target in face 2 while setting the reference HA the instruments horizontal circle will be set to 180 degrees or 200 grads This makes the reference HA 0 degrees or grads in face 1 The Setup menu appears Adjustments Menu The adjustments menu contains all the instrument collimation and calibration routines e Press to scroll to Adjustments and then press P Setup Adjustments Security gt gt Back Radio settings Compensator calib Bluetooth settings HA VA collimation Reference HA Tracker collim gt gt Adjustments Laser pointer Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 53 4 Setup Compensator Calibration To calibrate the compensator the instrument needs to be in perfect balance After calibration the compensator sensor will automatically adjust and allow for ch
90. umber 58240012 has certificate number OOSNYCA0443 ROOS5NYCA0443 USA Class B Statement Notice to Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC tules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communication However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission rules The antenna used for this transmitter must be instal
91. unctions that reduce the bottom mark measurement to the required vertical target signal height See figure 7 69 and the following paragraph 122 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Options amp Accessories 7 Figure 7 69 Target height measurement The measured distance Hm is corrected for the slope of the measurement to obtain a vertical measurement to the bottom mark Hc The constant from the target height measurement mark to the target signal height 0 158 m 0 518 ft is added to the Hc to obtain the vertical target height from the ground mark to the target signal height Th For more information refer to the field software documentation Alternatively to obtain an accurate measurements to the target signal height Th you can manually measure the slope distance from the ground to the bottom mark Hm To calculate the total target height Th insert the measured slope distance Hm into the formula below Th 0 158 Hm 0 0917 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 123 7 Options amp Accessories Trimble Robotic Holder The Trimble Robotic Holder holds the Trimble CU when the instrument is operating in robotic mode See figure 7 70 12V COM Figure 7 70 Trimble robotic holder with Trimble CU and radio The Trimble Robotic Holder includes the following features e Secure Trimble CU connection with quick release e Secure Trimble VX Spatial Station battery con
92. ure 6 52 Button Power gauge Figure 6 52 Internal battery power gauge and button When you press the button four LEDs on the Trimble VX Spatial Station battery show the power level Each LED corresponds to a power level of 25 so that when the power level is at 100 all four LEDs are lit If the battery is completely discharged all LEDs are unlit When the button is pushed and all the LEDs flash the battery needs to be reconditioned in the battery charger See Conditioning the Battery on page 18 When the battery capacity is between 0 and 10 one LED is flashing A battery with a flashing LED might not be able to start an instrument or a Trimble CU If started with a battery with a flashing LED the operating time will be between 5 and 15 minutes The capacity of the battery is 4 4 Ah External Power Supply The Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument has two external connectors in the base of the instrument one for communication and one for an external power supply External power can be provided by one of the following e Multi Battery Adapter e Car battery With the Trimble VX Spatial Station Multi Battery Adapter you can connect up to three Trimble VX Spatial Station batteries Connect the Multi Battery Adapter to the external power connector on the Trimble VX Spatial Station instrument using a grey Trimble cable with 6 pin Hirose connector 104 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Instrument Technology 6
93. ustment target 25 50 meter away facing the instrument 2 Aim the instrument to the center of the target plate and then inspect the position of the red laser spot in relation to the telescope cross hairs 3 If the red laser spot lies outside the cross hairs adjust the direction of the beam until it matches the cross hairs see Figure 4 28 Figure 4 28 Adjustment target for DR PLUS 68 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 Adjusting the Laser Beam 1 Pull out the two plugs from the adjustment ports on top of the telescope housing Figure 4 29 Horizontal pointer Vertical pointer adjustment port adjustment port Figure 4 29 Laser pointer adjustment ports 2 To correct the vertical position of the laser spot insert the allen key into the vertical adjustment port and turn it as shown in figure 4 30 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 69 4 Setup Clockwise Down ounter Clockwise Up Figure 4 30 Vertical position adjustment 3 To correct the horizontal position of the laser spot insert the allen key into the horizontal adjustment port and turn it as shown in Figure 4 31 Clockwise Left Counter Clockwise Right Figure 4 31 Horizontal position adjustment 70 Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Setup 4 4 Check the alignment of the laser spot and the cross hairs Throughout the adjustment procedure keep the telescope pointing to
94. w ee one eter ed ee oe 128 Detachinga Trimble CU wy Ea avn e 129 Attaching the Trimble Robotic Holder to the Rod le Gea ates 4 41380 Detaching the Trimble Robotic Holder from the Rod 131 Radio d dea a de dks ice Pe ela OR ae hs Bao Bike G32 Internal Radiosi enaa a ek eS oa ae a Sesh e182 Radio Antenna Extension Kit 2 2 2 ee ee ee ee a a a 133 Index Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 3 4 Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide CHAPTER Introduction In this chapter Welcome Related Information Technical Assistance Your Comments Registration Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide 1 1 Introduction Welcome Welcome to the Trimble VX Spatial Station user guide This manual describes how to setup and use the Trimble VX Spatial Station Even if you have used a 3D laser scanner or an optical total station before Trimble recommends that you spend some time reading this manual to learn about the special features of this product Related Information For more information about this product please visit our web site at www trimble com Technical Assistance If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation contact your local Distributor Alternatively do one of the following Request technical support using the Trimble web site at www trimble com support support htm Send an e mail to trimble_support trimble com Your Co
95. weden www trimble com Trimble Trimble VX Spatial Station User Guide Trimble MultiTrack Target Trimble EC Declaration of Conformity to the Essential Requirements of the applicable Directives 89 336 EC and 73 23 EEC including amendments by the CE marking Directive 93 68 EEC Product Accessories Trimble S6 Series Types Models Part Numbers Trimble MultiTrack target 58003013 Manufacturer Trimble AB Box 64 Rinkebyv gen 17 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden This declaration is based on the full compliance of the products with the following European harmonized standards EMC EN 61326 1997 A1 1998 A2 2001 A3 2003 with requirements according to table 4 and table A1 regarding the following tests Radiated emission CISPR 16 1 Class B equipment Electrostatic discharge immunity ESD EN 61000 4 2 Contact discharge 4 kV Air discharge 8 kV Radiated immunity EN 61000 4 3 Test level 10 V m in the frequency range 80 1000 MHz Laser Safety EN 60825 1 1994 A1 2002 A2 2001 CE As manufacturer we declare under our sole responsibility that the equipment follows the provisions of the Directives stated above Danderyd 2007 05 30 Original signed Martin Holmgren Engineering Manager Trimble AB Telephone No 46 8 622 1000 Org No 556550 9782 Box 64 Rinkebyv gen 17 Telefax 46 8 753 2464 VAT No SE556550978201 SE 182 11 Danderyd Sweden www trimble com xiv Trimble VX Spatia

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