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1. Delete a fixpoint Step Description step by step Make sure that DATA Mode is active 1 Press O to set lt Type gt Fixpoint Press O to set focus on lt Pt gt 3 Press ON to toggle through the points and select point 4 Press POINTS to access point management 5 Press DELETE to delete point 6 Accept with YES Step Description The selected point is deleted Data is not recoverable Data Management Mode for Builder Builder RM M power and RM power 143 Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 144 11 5 Measurements Description Measurement data contains at least horizontal angle vertical angle horizontal distance slope distance height difference data time and if applicable line offset easting northing and height coordinates Measurement data can be e viewed e deleted e downloaded for data transfer to a further program View a measure Ste Description ment step by step P 2 Make sure that DATA Mode is active 1 Press to set lt Type gt Measurement 2 Press D to set focus on lt Pt gt 3 Press O to toggle through the points The coordinates are displayed on same screen 4 Press POINTS to access point management Measurement values are displayed Delete a measure Step ment step by step Des
2. Depending on brightness and surface the diameter of the laser dot can vary At a distance of 1 5 m it is about 2 5 mm 14 6 Service of the Tripod Service tripod step by step Step Description The connections must be firm and tight 1 Moderately tighten the allen screws with the allen key supplied with the tripod 2 Tighten articulated joints just enough to keep the tripod legs open when lifting the tripod of the ground 3 Tighten the screws of the tripod legs Check amp Adjust Builder 177 Check amp Adjust Builder 178 14 7 General Se Inspecting of the red laser beam step by step Inspection of the Red Laser Beam for Builder R RM and RM power The red laser beam used for measuring is arranged coaxially with the line of sight of the telescope and emerges from the objective port If the instrument is well adjusted the red measuring beam coincides with the visual line of sight External influences such as shock stress or large temperature fluctuations can displace the red measuring beam relative to the line of sight The direction of the beam should be inspected from time to time because an exces sive deviation of the laser beam from the line of sight can result in imprecise distance measurements Step Description I Set up the provided CPR105 flatprism between 5 m and 20 m with the reflective tape side f
3. Builder 154 Field Option Description red dot For distance measurements without prisms only Builder RM power lt Laser Mode gt Off Turns off the visible laser beam only Builder RM On Turns on the visible laser beam power Off amp Track Turns on continuous distance measure mode On amp Track Turns on continuous distance measure mode and visible laser beam lt Tracking gt Off Turns off continuous distance measure mode only Builder On Turns on continuous distance measure mode M power lt Prism Type gt TrueZero CPR111 BUILDER Prism True Zero Offset JpMini Sliding Mini Prism Mini Leica Mini Prism Round Standard Leica Prism Flat Prism CPR105 Flat Prism Tape Reflective Tape User User can define his own prism Field Option Description lt Prism Const gt Entry of a user specific prism constant in mm lt hr gt Entry of reflector height EDM Settings Builder 155 EDM Settings Builder 156 12 2 Description e Access step by step PPM This option enables the entry of a scale factor Measured values and coordinates are corrected with the PPM parameter Descriptions apply only to Builder M power and RM power Step Description 1 Make sure that EDM Settings is active 2 Press for approximately 5 seconds 3 Enter the PPM parameter 4 Accept with OK Example of PPM screen Enter scale Scale factor
4. Standard RS232 is supported by default Field Option Baudrate 19200 Databits 8 Parity None Endmark CR LF Stopbits 1 Step Description Make sure that DATA Mode is active i Press RS232 to access communication parameter setting Press to set focus on desired field 3 Press O to toggle through the settings and select desired field 4 Accept with OK The setting is overtaken Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 149 Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 150 11 8 Data Transfer Description For data transfer use e Construction Data Manager Simple office software which supports the exchange of Leica TPS data with the PC using a Windows application OR e Leica Geo Office Tools Office software including a series of programs which supports working with the Builder RM M power and RM power 11 9 Pin Assignment Port at the instru and Diagram Pin Name Description Direction a PWR_IN Power input In 12 V nominal 11 16 V b Not used GND Single ground Rx RS232 receive In e Tx RS232 transmit Out Data Management Mode for Builder 151 Builder RM M power and RM power EDM Settings Builder 152 12 12 1 Description ese Access step by step EDM Settings EDM With the instrument different settings are available for measurements with red d
5. During the transport shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard Precautions Before shipping the product or disposing of it discharge the batteries by running the product until they are flat When transporting or shipping batteries the person in charge of the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company Using a battery charger not recommended by Leica Geosystems can destroy the batteries This can cause fire or explosions Precautions Only use chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems to charge the batteries A Warning High mechanical stress high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leackage fire or explosions of the batteries Precautions Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids A Warning Short circuited battery terminals can overheat and cause injury or fire for example by storing or transporting in pockets if battery terminals come in contact with jewel lery keys metallized paper or other metals Precautions Make sure that the battery terminals do not come into contact with metallic objects A Warning If the product is improperly disposed of the following can happen e f polymer p
6. New PIN Code 123456 CEE ED cl accept settings Description of fields Field Option Description lt Use PIN Code gt On To activate PIN code Off To deactivate PIN code lt New PIN Code gt To enter your personal PIN code max 6 char acter numeric System Info and Instrument Protection Builder 163 Check amp Adjust Builder 164 14 14 1 Description Electronic adjust ment Mechanical adjust ment Check amp Adjust Overview Leica instruments are manufactured assembled and adjusted to the best possible quality Quick temperature changes shock or stress can cause deviations and decrease the instrument accuracy It is therefore recommended to check and adjust the instrument from time to time This can be done in the field by running through specific measurement procedures The procedures are guided and have to be followed carefully and precisely as described in the following chapters Some other instrument errors and mechanical parts can be adjusted mechanically The following instrument errors can be checked and adjusted electronically I t Compensator longitudinal and transversal index errors i Vertical index error related to the standing axis c Hz collimation error also called line of sight error Every angle measured in the daily work is corrected automatically if the compensator and the Hz correction are activated The following instrument parts can b
7. 5 3 Change instrument battery step by step Instrument Battery Step Description 1 Face the instrument so that the vertical drive screw is on the left The battery compartment is now on the left side of the instrument Turn the knob to the vertical position opening the lid of the battery compartment 2 Pull out the battery housing 3 Pull the battery or the GAD39 battery adapter from the battery housing Operation Builder 47 Operation Builder 48 Step Description 4 The polarity of the battery is displayed inside the battery housing This is a visual aid to assist in placing the battery correctly 5 Place the battery adapter into the battery housing ensuring that the contacts are facing outward Click the battery adapter into position 6 Place the battery housing into the battery compartment Push the battery housing in until it fits completely into the battery compartment T Turn the knob to lock the battery compartment Ensure that the knob is returned to its original horizontal position Ee For NiMH batteries Charging first time use e The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is deliv ered with an energy content as low as possible e For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time gt three months it is effectual to make 3 5 charge discharge cycles e The
8. This prism with true zero offset is only delivered with the Builder M power and RM power The closer the prism is mounted to the ground the more accurate it can be positioned over the measured point For more precise positioning at higher prism positions the GLS111 reflector pole with GAD105 adapter is recommended To guarantee the accuracy the prism must be aligned well If it is not or the line of sight is very steep it is recommended to aim the middle of the yellow arrows on the prism frame CPR111 n N GAD105 CPR111 GLS111 1 5m 2 6m 0 40 m 0 10 m Operation Builder 55 Configuration Mode Builder 56 6 6 1 Description Configuration Mode Overview The CONFIG mode is used for e creating user specific settings in order to adapt the instrument to your own requirements e setting date and time e setting units Descriptions apply in general to Builder R RM M power and RM power Available options depend on the model 6 2 Access step by step Example of a configuration screen Accessing Step Description l Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 2 Level up the instrument Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more infor mation 3 Press G until CONFIG mode is active THEO PROG DATA Laser Pointer Hz Increment Right V Setting Zenith Compensator On Beep Key DISP To
9. a Laser beam Type Builder Art No Power 12V 6V 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured 2008 SNo E Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated July 26 2001 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter erence that may cause undesired operation d Safety Directions Builder 201 Safety Directions Builder 202 16 6 2 General Integrated Distancer Measurements with Fine Fast only Builder M power and RM power The EDM module built into the product produces a visible laser beam which emerges from the telescope objective The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in accordance with e IEC 60825 1 2007 03 Safety of laser products Class 1 laser products are safe under reasonably foreseeable conditions of operation and are not harmful to the eyes provided that the products are used and maintained in accordance with this user manual Description Value Maximum average radiant power 0 33 mW Pulse duration 800 ps Pulse repetition frequency 100 MHz 150 MHz Wavelength 650 nm 690 nm Labelling Type Builder Art No
10. 4 by shifting the tribrach on the tripod plate 2 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the required accuracy is achieved Operation Builder 41 Operation Builder 42 Levelling up with The electronic level can be used to precisely level up the instrument using the foot the electronic level screws of the tribrach step by step ae Step Key Screen Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the YP S key cE The electronic level and laser plummet are activated automatically after switching on the instrument if compensator is set to on 2 Centre the circular level approximately by turning the footscrews of the tribrach cE The bubble of the electronic level and the arrows for the rotating direction of the footscrews only appear if the instrument tilt is inside a certain levelling range 3 Turn the instrument until it is parallel to two footscrews Step Key Screen Description 4 Centre the electronic level of this axis by R a turning the two footscrews Arrows show A N the direction for rotating the footscrews K 9 When the electronic level is centred the arrows are replaced by checkmarks 5 Centre the electronic level for the second Q o gt v axis by turning the last footscrew An arrow shows the direction for rotating the footscrew When the electronic level is centred the arrow is replaced by a check mark 2 A j g
11. Power 12V 6V 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured 2008 SNo Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated July 26 2001 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter erence that may cause undesired operation Class 1 Laser Product according to IEC 60825 1 2007 03 d a Laser beam Safety Directions Builder 203 Safety Directions Builder 204 16 6 3 General A Warning Integrated Distancer Visible Laser only Builder R and RM The EDM module built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the telescope objective The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 2 in accordance with e IEC 60825 1 2007 03 Safety of laser products Class 2 laser products These products are safe for momentary exposures but can be hazardous for delib erate staring into the beam Description Value Maximum average radiant power 1 00 mW Pulse duration 800 ps Pulse repetition frequency 100 MHz Wavelength 620 nm 690nm From a safety perspective class 2 laser products are not inherently safe for the eyes Precautions Avoid s
12. e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli ance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Safety Directions Builder 211 Safety Directions Builder 212 Labelling This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter ference that may cause undesired operation Safety Directions Builder 213 Technical Data Builder 214 17 17 1 Accuracy ee Characteristics Technical Data Angle Measurement Type Standard deviation Hz V Display least count ISO 17123 3 mgon mgon 100 9 2 8 1 1 200 6 1 8 1 1 200 5 1 5 1 0 1 Builder M power and RM power 300 3 1 1 0 1 Type 300 is only available for the Builder RM power Absolute continuous 17 2 Reflectorless Distance Measurement Type Kodak Gray Range D Range E Range F standard range Card m ft m ft m ft Standard White side 90 60 200 80 260 80 260 reflective Standard G
13. 3 Turn telescope and aim at a target point 4 Accept with OK The indicated horizontal angle is set 7 5 Quick setting of horizontal angle direction measure ment step by step Quick Setting of Horizontal Angle and Vertical Angle Direc tion Measurement Step Description CS Make sure that THEO Mode is active Press to set horizontal angle to clockwise direction measure ment or press O to set horizontal angle to counter clockwise direction measurement The horizontal angle is set to clockwise direction or counter clockwise direction measurement Theodolite Mode Builder 75 Theodolite Mode Builder 76 Quick setting of vertical angle direction measure ment step by step Step Description Make sure that THEO Mode is active Press to set vertical angle to the zenith the horizon or in percentage The vertical angle is set Theodolite Mode Builder 77 Program Mode for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 78 8 Program Mode for Builder R RM M power and RM power 8 1 Overview Description The PROG mode is used for e distance measurements e Station Setup e working with application programs Ee Descriptions apply to Builder R RM M power and RM power Available options depend on the model 8 2 Access step by step Example of an application
14. Builder 130 Diagram Spiral 7 SP EP CW ACW dl d2 B C Start point of spiral End point of spiral Radius Length Spiral parameter Spiral turn clockwise Spiral turn anticlockwise Point to stake or check Line Offset Spiral direction in out Diagram Road d 155 000 d 132 000 A Line B Spiral G Arc d 122 000 R Radius d 112 000 a Offset left b Offset right c Interval d 102 000 d Defined chainage Ee It s only possible to work with one element Line or Arc or Spiral Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power 131 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 132 Example of Layout CONFIG THEO PROG DATA Line Arc Spiral result screen eee a aera To measure and display Chai 2 834 m distances and record data Offs 19 938 m To turn on off Laser A di 0 243 m pointer by pressing approx i 5 seconds except Builder ZZ D M power Description of fields Field Description lt Chai gt Chainage lt Line gt Longitudinal offset of measured point from start point of reference line lt Arc gt Longitudinal offset of measured point from start point of arc lt Spir gt Longitudinal offset of measured point from start point of spiral lt Offs gt Cross offset of measured point to reference element A dAl Calculated height difference between start point of the element and mea
15. RM power only Laser plummet Drives Power Builder RM M power and RM power only Battery adapter Data can be recorded into internal memory Type Capacity kB Number of datablocks Internal memory 576 10000 Type Location Accuracy Diameter of laser point Visible red laser class 2 In vertical axis of instrument Deviation from plumbline 1 5 mm at 1 5 m instrument height 2 5 mm at 1 5 m instrument height Type Endless horizontal and vertical drives External supply voltage Nominal voltage 12 8 V DC Range 11 5 V 13 5 V Type Voltage Typical operating time Alkaline GAD39 Adapter 6 x AA 1 5 V LR6 6 8h gt 400 angle and distance measurements gt 12 h angle measurement Technical Data Builder 223 Technical Data Builder 224 Battery GEB121 External battery Builder RM M power and RM power only Environmental specifications Type Voltage Typical operating time NiMh 6V 6 8h approx 9000 angle and distance measurements Type NiMH Voltage 12V Capacity GEB171 8 0 Ah Typical operating time 20 24h Temperature Type Operating temperature Storage temperature C C Builder 20 to 50 40 to 70 Protection against dust sand and water Type Protection Builder IP54 IEC 60529 Humidity Type Protection Builder Max 95 non condens
16. Scale ppm factor 1 000060 PPM 0 To set PPM parameter to zero GE EED li accept parameter Description of fields Field Description lt Scale factor gt Calculated scale factor lt Scale ppm gt Entry of PPM value to calculate scale factor EDM Settings Builder 157 System Info and Instrument Protection Builder 158 13 13 1 Description ese Access step by step System Info and Instrument Protection System Info The System Info is used for e checking system and software information e performing the calibrations of the instrument errors Descriptions apply in general to all Builder models Available options depend on the model Step Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key CS Make sure that THEO mode is active 2 Press for approximately 5 seconds Example of a SYSTEM INFO system info screen Battery 60 Instr Temp 20 C CALIBR To access the calibration Serial Nr 199380 routine Refer to chapter Instr Type RH 14 Check amp Adjust Language PIN To access PIN code Lang Dlg off settings i SW Info To access software infor CALIBR O Pn SH Info mation Description of fields Field Description lt Battery gt Remaining battery power e g 60 lt Instr Temp gt Measured instrument temperature in C lt Serial Nr gt Serial num
17. Theodolite Mode Builder 71 Theodolite Mode Builder 72 Description of fields Field Description Hz Hz 5 The current horizontal angle in clockwise direction measurement The current horizontal angle in anticlockwise direction measure ment cE Thanks to dual axis compensation Builder is able to adjust the horizontal angle reading accordingly Therefore turning the telescope vertically might cause the horizontal angle to change The change in lt Hz gt is the compensation of the standing axis tilt The more precise the instrument is leveled the less the horizontal angle needs to be compensated vt v v The current vertical angle with Zenith 0 and Horizon 90 The current vertical angle with Zenith 90 and Horizon 0 The current vertical angle in percentage 7 3 Set horizontal angle to 0 000 step by step How to Set Horizontal Angle to 0 000 Step Description CS Make sure that THEO Mode is active 1 Turn telescope and aim at desired target point 2 Press Hz 0 3 Accept with OK CS The horizontal angle is set to 0 000 Theodolite Mode Builder 73 Theodolite Mode Builder 7 4 Set any horizontal angle step by step How to Set Any Horizontal Angle Step Description Make sure that THEO Mode is active T Turn telescope to desired horizontal angle 2 Press Hz hold
18. direction between two points Known point New calculated COGO point Refer to 10 2 Layout for more information Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 127 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 128 10 9 Description Se Diagram Line Layout Line Arc Spiral optional The application program Layout Line Arc Spiral facilitates the easy stake out or checking of lines grids arcs segments and spirals Besides the usual layout of these elements this application allows the user to stake out and check points relative to a road alignment The application program Layout Li ne Arc Spiral is only available for the Builder RM M power and RM power The program can be started in total 40 times for trial After wards you have to enter the license code SP Start point EP End point RP1 Reference line start point RP2 Reference line end point SF Shift forward SR _ Shift right R Rotate dl Line d2 Offset P Point to stake or check Diagram Arc SP Start point of arc EP End point of arc CP Center point of circle R Radius of arc D Direction dl Line d2 Offset P Point to stake or check CW Arc turn clockwise SP R CP ACW Arc turn anticlockwise Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 129 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power
19. frequency C W Wavelength 620 nm 690nm From a safety perspective class 2 laser products are not inherently safe for the eyes Precautions Avoid staring into the beam or pointing the beam at other people Labelling Type Builder Art No Power 12V 6V 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured 2008 j J Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 i except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice MS No 50 dated July 26 2001 J This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter Yerence that may cause undesired operation J Laser Radiation Do not stare into the beam D gt 1 4s Class 2 Laser Product vA according to IEC 60825 1 x 2007 03 Po lt 1 00 mw 620 690 nm a Will be replaced by a Class 3R warning label if applicable Safety Directions Builder 207 Safety Directions Builder 208 a Laser beam b Exit for laser beam 16 7 Description A Warning A Caution Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC The term Electromagnetic Compatability is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present and withou
20. keys d ESC d On Off Light e e Function keys Keyboard Builder M power and RM power Keys b c d e f g h TNA ma Page key 10 digits keypad Navigation keys ESC On Off Light EDM key LED Function keys All Builder models Description Changes tab in the tab bar lt Key a e Move the focus on the screen gt e Start the edit mode for edit fields e Control the input bar in edit and input mode User Interface Builder 29 User Interface Builder 30 Key Description e Leaves the current menu or dialog without storing changes made e If THEO mode is active press approx 5 seconds to access System Info e Ifthe instrument is off to turn instrument on e Ifthe instrument is on e press at any time to turn on and off the display light incl reticle illumination e and press approx 5 seconds to turn off the instrument Correspond to the three softkeys that appear on the bottom of the screen when the screen is activated Only Builder M power and RM power Key LED Description E gt e Press button short to access the EDM settings e Press button long to toggle between red dot and fine fast Builder RM power or between fine and fast M power ABC DEF GHI Alphanumeric keys e LED white EDM type is fine fast e LED red EDM type is red dot only Builder RM power e LED flashes once if
21. lt Job gt The current active job name lt Type gt Fixpoint Measurement and Result lt Pt gt The active identifier for points lt E gt Easting coordinate lt N gt Northing coordinate lt H gt Height 11 3 Description Active job Default job Create a new job step by step Jobs Jobs are a summary of different types of data e g fixpoints measurements result etc The job definition consists of the input of job name operator and remark Addi tionally the system generates time and date at the time of creation The active job is the one in which data is stored to One job is always considered the active job A job called Default is always available on the instrument The job Default is active until a user defined job is created and selected Step Description CS Make sure that DATA Mode is active Press JOB to access job management Press NEW to create a new job Enter new job name Accept with OK CS The new job is set as active job NR wN e Data Management Mode for Builder 139 Builder RM M power and RM power Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 140 View and select a Step Description job step by step Make sure that DATA Mode is active l Press JOB to access job management 2 Press O to toggle through the jobs and select job 3 Accept with OK CS The s
22. optical plummet black One Allen key one Adjusting pin Alkaline batteries 3x Twinpack Size AA GEB111 Battery GAD39 battery adapter for Alkaline batteries Size AA Tip for GLS115 CPR105 Double sided flat prism GLS115 Mini reflector pole set Protective cover Lens hood GLI115 Clip on bubble for GLS115 CPR111 BUILDER Prism True Zero Offset User Manual CD Rom Booklet Construction made faster Ee The content depends on the chosen Builder model 3 3 Instrument Components Instrument compo nents part 1 of 2 a b c d e f g h Detachable carrying handle with mounting screws Alignment sight Telescope with integrated Distance Meter for R RM M power and RM power Vertical drive Battery holder for GAD39 GEB111 GEB121 Circular level Tribrach Serial interface RS232 for Builder RM M power and RM power Description of the System Builder 23 Description of the System Builder 24 Instrument compo nents part 2 of 2 Telescope focusing ring Eyepiece Battery GEB111 optional Battery stand for GEB111 Horizontal drive Foot screw Display Tribrach securing screw Keypad Keypad depends on model Refer to chapter 4 1 Keyboard Battery adapter GAD39 for 6 single cells Size AA Battery GEB121 optional 3 4 Instrument Internal battery External battery Batteries Se Power Supply Power for the instrument can be
23. permissible temperature range for charging is between 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F For optimal charging we recommend charging the batteries at a low ambient temperature of 10 C to 20 C 50 F to 68 F if possible e It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging Using the chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems it is not possible to charge the battery if the temperature is too high Operation Discharging e The batteries can be operated from 20 C to 55 C 4 F to 131 F e Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn very high operating temperatures reduce the service life of the battery Operation Builder 49 Operation Builder 50 5 4 Distance Measurement 5 4 1 General Description A laser distancer EDM is incorporated into the instruments Builder R RM M power and RM power of the Builder series In all these versions the distance can be deter mined by using a visible red laser beam which emerges coaxially from the telescope objective There are multiple EDM types e Measurements with red dot any surface or CPR105 flat prism e Measurements with fine or fast CPR111 BUILDER prism true zero offset Available EDM types depend on the model In the standard version of the Builder M power and RM power the maximum distance measurement range is 1000 m Please refer to 12 1 EDM on how to upgrade the measurement range 5 4 2 Measurement with Red Dot Descrip
24. reflector and the last 50 measured points Element Description Element Description H Station Measured point A Control point North Q Reflector Control Line 10 4 Angle amp Distance Description The application program Angle amp Distance is used for measuring an unlimited number of points The program shows horizontal angle horizontal distance and height Example of an Ee Displayed graphic and available values depend on the used Setup method Angle amp Distance application screen CONFIG THEO PROG DATA fingle amp Distance APPL To start application programs Pt menu M amp R_ To measure and display Hz 250 0000 g distances and record data a 5 692 m To turn on off Laserpointer by H 0 025 m pressing approx 5 seconds i except Builder M power APPL Her SETUP SETUP To start station setup menu Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 107 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM ie M power and RM power Builder Description of fields Field Description lt Pt gt The identifier for the measured points Available for Builder RM M power and RM power lt Hz gt The current horizontal angle The measured horizontal distance to the target point lt H gt Height of measured point Elements of the Refer to 10 3 As Built for more information graphical display 10 5 Description Diagram P
25. supplied either internally or externally e Six single cells Size AA in the battery adapter GAD39 e or one GEB111 battery e or one GEB121 battery fitted into the battery compartment e One GEB171 battery e or one GEB70 battery connected via cable a Single cells Size AA in the battery adapter GAD39 b GEB111 c GEB121 Use the Leica Geosystems batteries chargers and accessories or accessories recom mended by Leica Geosystems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument Description of the System Builder 25 Description of the System Builder 26 3 5 Software Concept Description All instrument types use the same software concept The software has different modes depending on the instrument type Software Concept Model Screen Available Modes Builder T Conio Si _ Configuration Mode 04 07 e Theodolite Mode Builder R CONFIG MUAR O e Configuration Mode 04 07 e Theodolite Mode Hz 48 0000 g W e Programs Mode Y t 60 0000 g V ft 60 0000 g m Model Screen Available Modes Builder RM CONFIG MUA Roo joata Configuration Mode M power and 04 07 o Theodolite Mode RM power Hz 48 0000 g W e Programs Mode Data Management Mode Description of the System Builder 27 User Interface Builder 28 4 User Interface 4 1 Keyboard Keyboard Builder T R and RM b lt a Page key b Navigation
26. the EDM setting has changed by toggling or when a measurement is taken e LED blinks if EDM measures in tracking mode User Interface Builder 31 User Interface Builder 32 4 2 Se Screen Screen All shown screens are examples It is possible that local software versions are different to the basic version Hz 48 0008 O o V t 60 0000 g m D Time Hig Be E E N ET d Icons d Screen area EZIN IE sois Description Element Description Tab bar The current active tab is shown black Time Shows the current time provided that the setting is made in the configurations Icons Shows the current status information of the instrument Refer to 4 4 Icons Screen area The working area of the screen Softkeys Commands can be executed using the function keys The commands assigned to the softkeys are screen dependent User Interface Builder 33 User Interface Builder 34 4 3 Tab Bar Tab bar In the tab bar the current active software mode is shown black CONFIG AA Roc DATA lt Tab bar 04 07 Hz 48 0000 g W Tab Mode CONFIG Configuration Mode THEO Theodolite Mode PROG Program Mode for Builder R RM M power and RM power MODE Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Ee The availability of the tabs depend on the instrument model 4 4 Desc
27. the instrument on an unknown point and orientate by measuring angles and distances to up to five known target points Height Height Transfer To determine the height of the position of the instrument from measurements to up to five target points with known height For the different Setup methods different types of data and a different number of control points have to be available Ee Descriptions apply in general to Builder R RM M power and RM power Available options depend on the model Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 85 Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 86 9 2 9 2 1 Description Setup Option 1 Establish Control Line General The Setup Option Control Line is used to set up the instrument in relation to a control line All further measuring points and points to be staked are in relation to the control line 9 2 2 Establish Control Line Over 15 Point Description The Setup method Control Line Over 1 Point is used to set the station coordi nates to Eg 0 000 Ng 0 000 Hp 0 000 and the orientation to 0 000 Diagram 5 PO Station P1 Target point Station Setup for Builder R RM Builder 87 M power and RM power Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 88 9 2 3 Establish Control Line Anywhere Description The Setup method Establish Control Line Any
28. 0 005 for lt Angle Unit Gon gt and lt Angle Unit 200M power Dec deg gt R200M power 0 05 for lt Angle Unit Mil gt R300M power Simple 0 00 10 for lt Angle Unit gt 0 010 for lt Angle Unit Gon gt and lt Angle Unit Dec deg gt 0 10 for lt Angle Unit Mil gt lt Distance The units shown for all distance and coordinate Unit gt related fields Meter Metres m ft in1 16 US feet inches and 1 16 inches 0 00 0 16 fi ft Us ft US feet ft Field Option Description INT ft International feet fi lt Language gt lt Lang Dialog gt The current loaded language s are shown If two languages are loaded onto the instrument a dialog to choose the language can be shown directly after switching on the instrument On The language dialog is shown as startup dialog Off The language dialog is not shown as startup dialog Description of fields for time configuration screen Field Option Description lt Time 24 hours or 12 hours Shown time format in all time related Format gt am pm fields lt Date dd mm yyyy mm dd yyyy or Shown date format in all date Format gt yyyy mm dd related fields Configuration Mode Builder 67 Configuration Mode Builder 68 6 3 How to Make a Setting How to make a setting with a choicelist step by gt Make sure that CONFIG Mode is active Step Description
29. 2 Product Field adjustment NiMH and Alkaline batteries Storage Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle Refer to 17 Technical Data for information about temperature limits After long periods of storage inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this user manual before using the product Refer to 17 3 General Technical Data of the Instrument for information about storage temperature range A storage temperature range of 0 C to 20 C 32 F to 68 F in dry environ ment is recommended to minimize self discharging of the battery At the recommended storage temperature range batteries containing a 10 to 50 charge can be stored for up to one year After this storage period the batteries must be recharged Remove batteries from the product and the charger before storing After storage recharge batteries NiMH before using Protect batteries from damp and wetness Wet or damp batteries must be dried before storing or use 15 3 Objective eyepiece and prisms Fogging of prisms Damp products Cables and plugs Cleaning and Drying e Blow dust off lenses and prisms e Never touch the glass with your fingers e Use only a clean soft lint free cloth for cleaning If necessary moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol Do not use other liquids these may attack the polymer components For cleaning the flat p
30. Accessing Step Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 2 Level up the instrument Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more infor mation 3 Press 5 until PROG mode is active CONFIG THEO PROG DATA APPL Angle amp Distance To start application programs menu program screen Pt i MS amp R To measure and display distances and record data Tot off Laserpointer b Ne ial g ee 5 ae in a 25 690 m mae G all measure screens except H 0 238 m Builder M power M amp R To turn on off Tracking mode by pressing approx 5 seconds in Layout application SETUP To start station setup menu Program Mode for Builder R RM Builder 79 M power and RM power Program Mode for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 80 8 3 Description ese Pointsearch step by step Pointsearch Pointsearch is a global function used by applications and setups for example to find internally saved measured or fixed points Descriptions apply to Builder RM M power and RM power Available options depend on the model Step Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key Make sure that PROG mode is active 2 Choose an application for example Layout 3 Press APPL to go back to application menu Only in application Layout 4 Press P List 5 Enter in lt Search ID gt the point identifier for that should be searched 6 Pres
31. Compen sator gt On Turns on the compensator Vertical angles are relative to the plumb line The horizontal angle is corrected for the transversal tilt errors if lt Hz Correction On gt Refer to 14 Check amp Adjust for more information Field Option Off Description Turns off the compensator Vertical angles are relative to vertical standing axis If the instrument is used on an unstable base e g shaking platform ship etc the compensator should be switched off This avoids the compensator drifting out of its measuring range and interrupting the measuring process by indicating an error The compensator setting remains active even after the instrument is switched off lt Beep gt Off Key Key amp Sect Sector Turns key beep and sector beep off Turns only key beep on Turns key beep and sector beep on Turns layout beep in Layout application on Turns sector beep on Turns layout beep in Layout application on Configuration Mode Builder 61 Configuration Mode Builder 62 Field Option Description The key beep is an acoustic signal after each keystroke The sector beep is an acoustic signal which sounds if horizontal angle is 0 90 180 270 or 0 100 200 300 gon C Thesector beep is useful for staking out right angles Example for sector beep Field Option Description al No beep 2 Fas
32. acing the instrument 2 Align the instrument crosshairs to the centre of the flatprism 3 Switch on the red laser beam by activating the laser pointer function in Configuration Mode 4 Without using the telescope inspect the position of the red laser dot on the flatprism cE Look at the flatprism from just above the telescope or from just to the side of it 5 If the dot is within the inner printed circle the laser beam is within toler ance If it is outside it is recommended to have the laser beam realigned by a Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop Check amp Adjust Builder 179 Check amp Adjust Builder 180 14 8 Adjustment of the Vertical Line of the Reticule for Builder T Inspection a Step Description 1 Aim on any point in the centre of the reticule 2 With the vertical drive move the instrument upwards to the edge of the range of vision K If the point moves along the vertical line no adjustment is necessary Adjusting Step Description T If the point does not move along the vertical line remove cover of adjusting screws on the eyepiece 2 With the help of the supplied tool loosen all four adjusting screws by the same amount Turn the reticule until the vertical line is aligned with the point 4 Subsequently tighten the adjusting screws and repeat the checking proce dure until adustment is correct C
33. ange 215 Measure amp Descriptor MeOASUTEMOGNTS wicca es Giese iad dei cones Mechanical adjustment u s 164 Responsibilities E A 190 MEMON ce cnemces Sake cede recemstihces eeecce 147 223 Reticle poe seseeseeneeeseeesseeseeseeesacesecseenaeesaeenataseenas 17 Minimum reading osainen 65 Reticle illumination EE TEE E E EA 30 Reticule adjustment eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 180 o Operating temperature sesseeeeeeeeeieeererrneeen 224 2 2 A Safety directions iosaid aada P Sea anran i ii iani Porites attested adhe danh ekriti CERA LANA eko Ad oh 148 Sector DeeDee ana niitan e auare riue E aA RAER PIUPMD Tie o cesccecssceeseseeessessessesscessceseeseeesecssestens 16 Service triPOd asorti tiraia iiia POS e enory hag vers ae aera 141 144 Set contents s es POPES csscovetedecavasscestvoseeiecrsssesasaeeesiterssisevidseuseretes 221 Set horizontal angle POWER SUD DIY esiaren arrire tsa EES seria resas irii 25 SQN oce pean x Shifting Line Startpoint oo eee eres 89 Index Builder 231 Index Builder 232 Software CONCEPt asii iaia 26 Tribrach ernaia sdh didda dan 173 Stake out TADOJ tahid ad eaa 40 177 StandinGaxis aaa e a a aeaa aN E aTa a EEn a 15 Station SETUP e iire yaen eara irutea aep akae s4 V i Stopbits Se E E T E Ol ae Ret at 148 Unit eraeyenpedeatnenntpaoratecetey catiseceysrnmncatersarvniees at tnoane 221 Stora ee vets ee ern nat et ante 184 User interface oo eceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee cette
34. arts are burnt poisonous gases are produced which may impair health e If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly they can explode and cause poisoning burning corrosion or environmental contamination e By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized persons to use it in contravention of the regulations exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination Safety Directions Builder 195 Safety Directions Builder 196 A Warning e Improper disposal of silicone oil may cause environmental contamination Precautions The product must not be disposed with household waste Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national regulations in force in your country Always prevent access to the product by unauthorized personnel Product specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http www leica geosystems com treat ment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer Only Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to repair these products 16 6 General Laser Classification The following directions in accordance with the state of the art international standard IEC 60825 1 2007 03 and IEC TR 60825 14 2004 02 provide instruc tion and training information to the person responsible for the product and the person w
35. at the sun A Warning A Warning A Warning During dynamic applications for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental condi tions around for example obstacles excavations or traffic Precautions The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing dangers Inadequate securing of the working site can lead to dangerous situations for example in traffic on building sites and at industrial installations Precautions Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured Adhere to the regulations governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic If computers intended for use indoors are used in the field there is a danger of elec tric shock Precautions Adhere to the instructions given by the computer manufacturer with regard to field use in conjunction with Leica Geosystems products Safety Directions Builder 193 Safety Directions Builder 194 A Caution A Caution A Warning If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is subjected to mechanical shock for example blows or falling the product may be damaged or people may sustain injury Precautions When setting up the product make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted fitted secured and locked in position Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress
36. ata Builder 220 17 3 Telescope Compensator Level General Technical Data of the Instrument Type Builder T Builder R RM M power and RM power Magnification 30x 30 x Clear objective diameter 40 mm 40 mm Focusing 1 6 m 5 2 ft to infinity 1 7 m 5 6 ft to infinity Field of view 1 21 1 50 gon 1 30 1 66 gon 2 4mat 100m 2 6 mat 100 m Type Setting accuracy Setting range mgon l gon 100 2 0 7 4 0 07 200 2 0 7 4 0 07 300 2 0 7 4 0 07 Circular level sensitivity Electronic level resolution 6 2 mm 6 20 Control unit Instrument Ports Builder RM M power and RM power only Display Keyboard Angle Display Distance Display Position 280 x 160 pixels monochrome graphics capable LCD illumination 7 keys 20 keys only Builder M power and RM power 360 360 decimal 400 gon 6400 mil V m ft int ft us ft inch 1 16 In both faces face two is optional Port Name Description Port 1 Port 1 e 5 pin LEMO O for power and or communication e This port is located at the base of the instrument Technical Data Builder 221 Technical Data Builder 222 Instrument Dimen sions Weight Instrument 3 3 4 1 kg Tribrach 0 8 kg Battery adapter GAD39 0 2 kg incl 6 alkaline batteries Recording Builder RM M power and
37. ber of the instrument System Info and Instrument Protection Builder 159 System Info and Instrument Protection Builder 160 Field Description lt Instr Type gt An alternative instrument type can be selected to reduce the software functionality e g for demonstration purpose For Builder RM power the instrument type M power RM R and T may be chosen as an alternative For Builder M power the instrument type T may be chosen as an alternative For Builder RM the instrument type R and T may be chosen as an alternative For Builder R the instrument type T may be chosen as an alternative For Builder T this choice is not available CE The setting can be reversed lt Language gt The current loaded language s are shown lt Lang Dialog gt If two languages are loaded onto the instrument a dialog to choose the language can be shown directly after switching on the instrument lt On gt The language dialog is shown as startup dialog lt Off gt The language dialog is not shown as startup dialog 13 2 Description Activate PIN code step by step Instrument Protection PIN The instrument can be protected by a Personal Identification Number If the PIN protection is activated the instrument will always prompt for a PIN code entry after starting up As soon as the PIN was activated the access to the PIN code settings requires the PIN If a wrong PIN has been typed
38. cription Make sure that DATA Mode is active Press to set lt Type gt Measurement Press D to set focus on lt Pt gt Press to toggle through the points and select point Press POINTS to access point management Press DELETE to delete point Accept with YES The selected point is deleted Data is not recoverable Deleting measurements is not available for application programs Tie Distance and Area because of the result calculation Data Management Mode for Builder 145 Builder RM M power and RM power Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 146 11 6 Result Description Result data contains a result identifier and the different values depending on the application The applications from which these result data can be displayed are Area and Tie Distance Result data can be e viewed e downloaded for data transfer to a further program View a result step Step Description by step Make sure that DATA Mode is active 1 Press O gt to set lt Type gt Result 2 Press O to set focus on lt Res gt 3 Press O to toggle through the results The first three rows of the result are displayed on the same screen 4 Press VIEW to access result management CS Result values are displayed 11 7 Description Example of a communication parameter screen Com
39. cription Layout To stake out points As Built To measure points with line offset and height difference or with easting northing and height Angle amp Distance To measure points with horizontal angle horizontal distance and height difference Tie Distance To determine horizontal distance height difference and grade between two measured points Area tilt amp Volume To determine area and perimeter of a plane and tilted surface Furthermore a volume with constant height can be calculated Application program Description Hidden Point To measure points that are not directly visible Two methods using a rod with two targets alternatively enter line of sight shift and or side shift manually COGO Performs coordinate geometry calculations such as inter sections and more Layout Line Arc Spiral Layout and as built check of lines arcs or spirals Includes road element and grid layout Measure amp Descriptor To measure and encode points Ee Descriptions apply to Builder RM M power and RM power Available options depend on the model Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 99 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 100 10 2 Layout Description The application program Layout is used to place markers in the field at predeter mined points These predetermined point
40. dinate ge ometry calculations such as e Coordinates of points e Directions between points e Distances between points The COGO calculation methods are e Intersections e Line Extension e Offset Line amp Plane e Traverse and Inverse Ee The application program COGO is only available for the Builder RM M power and RM power The program can be started in total 40 times for trial Afterwards you have to enter the license code Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 119 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 120 Diagram Intersec Two Distances tions Known P1 First known point P2 Second known point N i Radius as defined by the distance P4 from P1 to P3 or P4 r2 Radius as defined by the distance a from P2 to P3 or P4 P3 Unknown P3 First COGO point P4 Second COGO point Direction amp Distance a Known P1 First known point P2 Second known point a Direction from P1 to P3 and P4 r Radius as defined by distance from P2 to P3 and P4 Unknown P3 First COGO point P4 Second COGO point Two Lines Fi P2 P a P1 Two Directions A N Known P1 First known point of line 1 P2 Second known point of line 1 P3 First known point of line 2 P4 Second known point of line 2 a Line 1 b Line 2 Unknown P5 COGO point Known P1 First known point P2 Second known point al Direction from P1 to P3 a2 Direction from P2 to P3 U
41. e Description This symbol indicates the horizontal distance This symbol indicates the height difference This symbol indicates the slope distance Triangles Symbol Description lt gt Double triangles on the right indicate a choice field A single triangle on the right indicates a choice list User Interface Builder 37 Operation Builder 38 5 5 1 Description E Loading Changing languages Operation Selection of Language After switching on the instrument the user is able to choose his preferred language The dialog to choose the language is only shown if two languages are loaded onto the instrument and lt Lang Dialog On gt is set in Configuration mode or on System Info dialog Instrument model To load an additional language or to change the existing language s Builder RM connect the instrument to LGO Tools Version 4 0 M power M power and and RM power to LGO Tools Version 6 0 or higher via the RM power serial interface and load using LGO Tools Software Upload Builder R contact your Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop Builder T contact your Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop 5 2 Description ee Instrument Setup This topic describes an instrument setup over a marked ground point using the laser plummet It is always possible to set up the instrument without the need f
42. e i distances and record data Offs To turn on off Laserpointer by H pressing approx 5 seconds i except Builder M power APPL Her O SETUP J SETUP To start station setup menu Description of fields Field Description lt Pt gt The identifier for the measured points Available for Builder RM M power and RM power lt Line gt Available if a Setup method with Control Line was used Longitudinal offset of the start point of the control line in the direc tion of the second point of the control line Line is positive in the direction from line start point to second line point lt Offs gt Available if a Setup method with Control Line was used Cross offset to the control line Offset is positive at the right hand side of the control line lt E gt Available if a Setup method with Coordinates was used Easting of measured point lt N gt Available if a Setup method with Coordinates was used Northing of measured point lt H gt Height of measured point Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 105 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 106 Diagram A P2 PO Station P1 Line start point P2 Second line point P3 Measured point dl Line d2 Offset Elements of the In application program As Built a graphical display shows the position of the station graphical display used control points the
43. e adjusted mechanically e Circular level on instrument and tribrach e Laser plummet e Screws on tripod e Visible red laser beam for Builder R RM and RM power Only Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to adjust these products e Vertical line of the reticule for Builder T Ee During the manufacturing process the instrument errors are carefully determined and set to zero As mentioned above these errors can change and it is highly recom mended to redetermine them in the following situations e Before the first use e Before every high precision survey e After rough or long transportations e After long working periods e After long storage periods e If the temperature difference between current environment and the temperature at the last calibration is more than 20 C Check amp Adjust Builder 165 Check amp Adjust Builder 166 14 2 ese Preparation Ay Before determining the instrument errors the instrument has to be levelled up using the electronic level The tribrach the tripod and the underground should be very stable and secure from vibrations or other disturbances E v The instrument should be protected from direct sunlight in order to avoid thermal warming It is also recommended to avoid strong heat shimmer and air turbu lence The best conditions are usually early in the morning or with overcast sky Before starting to work the instrum
44. e index is at the back of the manual Keys fields and options on the screens which are considered as self explanatory are not explained This manual applies to all Builder instruments Differences between the various models are marked and described Name of documentation Description Builder User Manual All instructions required in order to operate the instrument to a basic level are contained in this User Manual Provides an overview of the instrument together with technical data and safety directions Name of documentation Description Builder Construction made Describes the basic principle of construction measure faster ment in combination with Builder functionality Builder Quickguide Describes the onboard application programs step by step Intended as a quick reference field guide Format of the The Builder CD contains the entire documentation in electronic format It is also avail documentation able in printed form How to Use this Manual Builder 13 Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder 14 2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations Terminology Term Description a Line of sight collimation axis Telescope axis line from the reticle to the centre of the objective b Standing axis Vertical rotation axis of the instrument c Tilting axis Horizontal rotation axis of the telescope d Vert
45. eS a ES NSA am ae TS ZAV W Version 4 0 English when it has to be Introduction Builder 2 Introduction Purchase A WA Product identification Congratulations on the purchase of a Builder series instrument This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it Refer to 16 Safety Directions for further informa tion Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product The type and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service work shop Type Serial No Symbols Trademarks The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings Type Description A Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury A Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury and or appreciable material financial and environ mental damage ee Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enab
46. eeeeeeeeeteee 28 Storage temperature 224 y Sates Pee eT a Ae V SENN ea aanraadde 59 YS EMILO Seeder a aeaee anaa Vertigalangle asisriiiradsiiii isida 15 36 72 T Vertical circle Tab bak eo E 34 Vertical index Technical datana Bo Foes a a 214 220 w Technical terms sseesesseeerereerirsrersrerrsrersrerensenes 14 E A 222 Telescope TEM POhabUN ese asset fete ditties Coen acta notte 224 Z IMSTHUMONE asarich igaren insin riana 159 Fenith sede sila neck hin seeded nat AAAS Operati osii dreien ieceru suei annada anei eain 224 Zenith angle Stord Ete aat cece E SAT 224 Tie distance 109 Tilting axis Time TRACKING wx ceks ites Aree E EE 58 154 Transport wis A AA ia e eaa AG ees 182 Index Builder 233 Total Quality Management Our commitment to total customer satisfaction 5 x ot Es Leica Geosystems AG Heerbrugg Switzerland has been ro E certified as being equipped with a quality system which y5 7 QO IVI meets the International Standards of Quality Management N and Quality Systems ISO standard 9001 and Environmental a Management Systems ISO standard 14001 E N Ask your local Leica dealer for more information about our TQM program Printed in Switzerland 2008 Leica Geosystems AG Heerbrugg Switzerland Leica Geosystems AG Heinrich Wild Strasse CH 9435 Heerbrugg e Switzerland when it has to be right Phone 41 71 727 31 31 www leica geosystems com Geosystems
47. elected job is set as active job renee a job step Step Description y step Make sure that DATA Mode is active l Press JOB to access job management 2 Press O to toggle through the jobs and select job Press DELETE 4 Accept with YES CS The selected job is deleted Data is not recoverable 11 4 Description Create a new fixpoint step by step Fixpoints Fixpoints contain at least a point identifier easting and northing or height Fixpoints can be e created viewed and deleted in the field e downloaded for data transfer to a further program e uploaded for example for stakeout operations Step Description Make sure that DATA Mode is active 1 Press to set lt Type gt Fixpoint 2 Press POINTS to access point management 3 Press NEW PT to create a new fixpoint 4 Enter point identifier easting northing and or height 5 Accept with OK The new point is created Data Management Mode for Builder 141 Builder RM M power and RM power Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 142 View a fixpoint Step Description step by step Make sure that DATA Mode is active 1 Press O to set lt Type gt Fixpoint 2 Press to set focus on lt Pt gt Press ON to toggle through the points gt The coordinates are displayed on same screen
48. ent has to become acclimatised to the ambient temperature Approximately two minutes per C of temperature difference from storage to working environment but at least 15 min should be taken into account 14 3 Description Combined Adjustment of Hz Collimation c Vertical Index i and Compensator Index I t Errors The combined adjustment procedure determines the following instrument errors in one process Type Description Diagram c The Hz collimation error c is also called line of sight error It is caused by the deviation between the optical line of sight which means the direction in which the crosshairs points and the line perpendicular to the tilting axis This error affects all Hz readings and increases with steep sight ings a Tilting axis b Line perpendicular to tilting axis c Hz collimation error c also called line of sight error d Line of sight Check amp Adjust Builder 167 Check amp Adjust Builder 168 Type Description Diagram i A vertical index error i exists if the 0 mark of the vertical circle reading doesn t coincide with the mechanical vertical axis of the instrument also called standing axis The vertical index error i is a constant error that affects all vertical angle read ings a Mechanical vertical axis of the instrument also called standing axis b Axis perpendicular to the vertical axis c V 90 readin
49. er RM power can measure distances without prisms When using the EDM type red dot a narrow visible red laser beam is used to measure distances amp Introduction Builder 5 Table of Contents Builder 6 Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page 1 How to Use this Manual 12 2 Technical Terms and Abbreviations 14 3 Description of the System 20 3 1 Instrument Models 20 3 2 Set Contents 21 3 3 Instrument Components 23 3 4 Power Supply 25 3 5 Software Concept 26 4 User Interface 28 4 1 Keyboard 28 4 2 Screen 32 4 3 Tab Bar 34 4 4 Icons 35 4 5 Symbols 36 5 Operation 38 5 1 Selection of Language 38 5 2 Instrument Setup 39 5 3 Instrument Battery 47 5 4 Distance Measurement 50 5 4 1 General 50 5 4 2 Measurement with Red Dot 51 5 4 3 Measurement with Fine or Fast 53 5 5 CPR105 Flat Prism 54 5 6 CPR111 BUILDER Prism True Zero Offset 55 6 Configuration Mode 56 6 1 Overview 56 6 2 Accessing 57 6 3 How to Make a Setting 68 7 Theodolite Mode 70 7 1 Overview 70 7 2 Accessing 71 7 3 How to Set Horizontal Angle to 0 000 73 7 4 How to Set Any Horizontal Angle 74 7 5 Quick Setting of Horizontal Angle and Vertical Angle Direction Measurement 75 Table of Contents Builder 7 Table of Contents Builder 8 8 Program Mode for Builder R RM M power and RM power 78 8 1 Overview 78 8 2 Accessing 79 8 3 Pointsearch 80 8 4 Measure and Record 82 9 Station Setup
50. for Builder R RM M power and RM power 84 9 1 Overview 84 9 2 Setup Option 1 Establish Control Line 86 9 2 1 General 86 9 2 2 Establish Control Line Over 15t Point 87 9 2 3 Establish Control Line Anywhere 88 9 3 Setup Option 2 Establish Coordinates 91 9 3 1 General 91 9 3 2 Establish Coordinates Over Known Point 92 9 3 3 Establish Coordinates Anywhere 94 9 4 Setup Option 3 Establish Height 96 9 4 1 General 96 9 4 2 Height Transfer 97 10 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power 98 10 1 Overview 98 10 2 Layout 100 10 3 As Built 104 10 4 Angle amp Distance 107 10 5 Tie Distance 109 10 6 Area plane tilt amp Volume 112 10 7 Hidden Point optional 115 10 8 COGO optional 119 10 9 Layout Line Arc Spiral optional 128 10 10 Measure amp Descriptor 134 11 Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power 136 11 1 Overview 136 11 2 Accessing 137 11 3 Jobs 139 11 4 Fixpoints 141 11 5 Measurements 144 11 6 Result 146 11 7 Communication Parameters 147 11 8 Data Transfer 150 11 9 Pin Assignment 151 Table of Contents Builder Table of Contents Builder 10 12 EDM Settings 152 12 1 EDM 152 12 2 PPM 156 13 System Info and Instrument Protection 158 13 1 System Info 158 13 2 nstrument Protection PIN 161 14 Check amp Adjust 164 14 1 Overview 164 14 2 Preparation 166 14 3 Combined Adjustment of Hz Collimation c Vertical Index i a
51. g d Vertical index error I t Compensator longitudinal 1 and transversal t index errors Combined adjust ment procedure step by step The following table explains the most common settings Refer to the stated chapter for more information on screens Step Description l Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 2 Level up the instrument Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more infor mation Make sure that THEO mode is active 3 Press for approximately 5 seconds until SYSTEM INFO is active 4 Press CALIBR 5 Press NEW 6 Aim with the telescope accurately at a target at a distance of about 100 m The target must be positioned within 5 of the horizontal plane Check amp Adjust Builder 169 Check amp Adjust Builder 170 Step Description 7s Press MEASURE to measure the target 8 Change telescope position and aim with the telescope again to the target 9 Press MEASURE to measure the same target again and to calculate the instrument errors The old and new adjustment results are shown 10 Press SET to set new adjustment data OR Press to quit without setting the new adjustment data Set Hz correction c Field Option Field Description lt Hz Correction gt On Off The horizontal angles are corrected for the line of sight and if lt Compensator On g
52. he prism for example building corners RECORD step by step Step Description Make sure that PROG Mode is active CS Make sure that lt Measure amp Record MEAS REC gt is set Refer to 6 Configuration Mode for information on how to make the setting I Position the prism at the same distance from the instrument as the building corner to be measured 2 Press MEASURE to measure the distance 3 Press RECORD to store the measured distance to the prism and the angles to the corner of the house Program Mode for Builder R RM Builder 83 M power and RM power Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 84 9 9 1 Description Description of Setup menu options Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Overview The Setup programs can be used to set up and orientate the instrument Three Setup options with different Setup methods are available e Control line e Coordinates e Height Setup Option Setup Method Description Control line Over 1st point Anywhere To set up the instrument on the startpoint of a control line To set up the instrument along a control line Coordinates Over Known Point To set up the instrument over a known point and orientate to a known azimuth or to up to five backsight points Setup Option Setup Method Anywhere Description To set up
53. heck amp Adjust Builder 181 Care and Transport Builder 182 15 15 1 Transport in the field Transport in a road vehicle Shipping Shipping transport of batteries Care and Transport Transport When transporting the equipment in the field always make sure that you e either carry the product in its original transport container e or carry the tripod with its legs splayed across your shoulder keeping the attached product upright Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle as it can be affected by shock and vibration Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it When transporting the product by rail air or sea always use the complete original Leica Geosystems packaging transport container and cardboard box or its equiva lent to protect against shock and vibration When transporting or shipping batteries the person in charge of the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company Field adjustment After transport inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this user manual before using the product If the equipment is to be stored for a long time remove the alkaline batteries from the product in order to avoid the danger of leakage Care and Transport Builder 183 Care and Transport Builder 184 15
54. heck the alignment Do not measure with two instruments to the same target simultaneously Guidelines for correct results Do not measure to glass prisms as this may lead to incorrect distance values 5 4 3 Measurement with Fine or Fast Description e Accurate measurements to prisms should be made with the standard program EDM type fine fast e Measurements to strongly reflecting targets such as to traffic lights in reflector EDM mode without prism should be avoided The measured distances may be wrong or inaccurate e Very short distances may be measured reflectorless in EDM type fine fast to well reflecting targets Operation Builder 53 Operation 54 5 5 Descprition Prism mounting CPR105 Flat Prism The standard supplied Flat Prism delivered with Builder R RM has two different reflective surfaces The highly reflective cat eye surface can be used for measure ments up to 250 m The reflective tape has printed crosshairs for precise aiming at close range The closer the flat prism is mounted to the ground the more accurate it can be positioned over the measured point For more precise prism positions the GLS111 reflector pole with GAD105 adapter is recommended positioning at higher O A GLI115 Hy ss GLS115 CPR105 1 5m 2 6m CPR105 GAD105 GLS111 5 6 Description ee Prism mounting CPR111 BUILDER Prism True Zero Offset
55. hin the beam path Range of measurement 1 5 m to 3500 m Type Range 1 Range 2 Range 3 m ft m ft m ft CPR111 BUILDER 450 1500 800 2600 1000 3500 prism true zero offset Round prism 1800 6000 3000 10000 3500 12000 Technical Data Builder 217 Technical Data Builder 218 ce Atmospheric condi tions Accuracy The range on the round prism is only achievable with the upgraded distance meas urement Otherwise the specifications of the CPR111 are valid max 1000 m Please refer to 5 4 Distance Measurement 1 Strong haze visibility 5km or strong sunlight severe heat shimmer 2 Light haze visibility about 20km or moderate sunlight slight heat shimmer 3 Overcast no haze visibility about 40km no heat shimmer Standard measuring Standard deviation ISO 17123 4 Measure time typical s Fine 2 mm 2 ppm lt I Fast 5 mm 2 ppm lt 0 5 Tracking 5 mm 2ppm lt 0 3 Beam interruptions severe can result in deviations of the specified accuracy heat shimmer and moving objects within the beam path Characteristics Measuring system System analyser basis 100 MHz 150 MHz Type Coaxial visible red laser class 1 Carrier wave 660 nm Laser dot size Distance m Laser dot size approximately mm at 20 10x 12 at 50 13x21 at 250 38 X 85 Technical Data Builder 219 Technical D
56. ho actually uses the equipment to anticipate and avoid operational hazards The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them Products classified as laser class 1 class 2 and class 3R do not require e laser safety officer involvement e protective clothes and eyewear e special warning signs in the laser working area if used and operated as defined in this user manual due to the low eye hazard level Products classified as laser class 2 or class 3R may cause dazzle flash blindness and afterimages particularly under low ambient light conditions Safety Directions Builder 197 Safety Directions Builder 198 16 6 1 General Integrated Distancer Measurements with Red Dot only for Builder RM power The EDM incorporated into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the telescope objective The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 3R in accord ance with e IEC 60825 1 2007 03 Safety of laser products Class 3R laser products Direct intrabeam viewing may be hazardous low level eye hazard in particular for deliberate ocular exposure The risk of injury for laser class 3R products is limited because of a unintentional exposure would rarely reflect worst case conditions of e g beam alignment with the pupil worst case accommodation b inherent safety margin in the maximum
57. ical angle zenith angle e Vertical circle With coded circular division for reading the vertical angle f Horizontal angle g Horizontal circle With coded circular division for reading the horizontal angle Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder 15 Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder Plumb line Compensator 16 Direction of gravity The compensator defines the plumb line within the instrument Standing axis incli Angle between plumb line and standing axis nation Standing axis tilt is not an instrument error and is not eliminated by measuring in both faces Any possible influ ence it may have on the horizontal direction resp vertical angle is eliminated by the dual axis compensator Zenith Point on the plumb line above the observer Reticle Glass plate within the telescope with reticle Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder 17 Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder 18 Explanation of displayed data Abbreviation Description A ndicated meteorological corrected slope distance between instru ment tilting axis and centre of prism laser dot ndicated meteorological corrected horizontal distance Height difference between station and target point Reflector height above ground nstrument height above ground Easting of Station Northing of Station Height
58. ically acti vated when the display illumination is on and the instrument temperature is lt 5 C lt Angle The units shown for all angular and coordinate Unit gt related fields Field Option oirn Dec deg Gon Mil Description Degree sexagesimal possible ang possible ang Gon possible ang Mil possible ang C __ The setting of the angle units can be e values 0 to 359 59 59 Degree decimal e values 0 to 359 999 e values 0 gon to 399 999 gon e values O to 6399 99mil changed at any time The actual dis to the selected unit played values are converted according lt Minimum Reading gt The number of decimal places shown for all angular fields This is for data display and does not apply to data export or storage Precise only 200M power R200M power R300M power 0 00 01 for lt Angle Unit gt 0 0001 for lt Angle Unit Gon gt and lt Angle Unit Dec deg gt 0 01 for lt Angle Unit Mil gt Configuration Mode Builder 65 Configuration Mode Builder 66 Field Option Description Precise or 0 00 01 for lt Angle Unit gt Standard only 0 001 for lt Angle Unit Gon gt and lt Angle Unit 200M power Dec deg gt R200M power 0 01 for lt Angle Unit Mil gt R300M power Standard or 0 00 05 for lt Angle Unit gt Simple only
59. ility of results obtained under these conditions If the product is operated with connecting cables attached at only one of their two ends for example external supply cables interface cables the permitted level of electromagnetic radiation may be exceeded and the correct functioning of other products may be impaired Precautions While the product is in use connecting cables for example product to external battery product to computer must be connected at both ends 16 8 A Warning A Warning FCC Statement Applicable in U S This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer ence in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interfer ence to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encour aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
60. in five times a Personal UnblocKing code is required which can be found on the instrument delivery papers If the PUK code was entered correctly the PIN code is set to default value O and the PIN protection is deactivated Step Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key CS Make sure that THEO mode is active Press for approximately 5 seconds Press PIN to access PIN code settings Activate PIN by setting lt Use PIN Code gt On Enter your desired personal PIN Code max 6 character numeric in lt New PIN Code gt 6 Accept with OK um NN wt Nn System Info and Instrument Protection Builder 161 System Info and Instrument Protection Builder 162 Step Description C Now the instrument is protected against unauthorized use After switching on the instrument or re enter in the PIN settings the PIN code entry is necessary Deactivate PIN Ste Description code step by step P 2 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key gt Make sure that THEO mode is active Press for approximately 5 seconds Enter your personal PIN in lt PIN CODE gt Accept with OK Deactivate PIN by setting lt Use PIN Code gt Off Accept with OK Now the instrument isn t protected anymore against unauthorized use OJ AJ w N Example of a PIN PIN CODE SETTINGS code settings screen Use PIN Code RON
61. ing The effects of condensation are to be effectively counter acted by periodically drying out the instrument Reflectors Type Additive Constant mm CPR105 Flat prism Cat eye 0 0 CPR105 Flat prism reflective tape 0 0 Reflectorless 0 0 GZM28 reflective tape 60x60 mm 0 0 CPR111 BUILDER prism true zero offset 0 0 Automatic correc The following automatic corrections are made tions e Line of sight error e Compensator index error e Tilting axis error e Vertical index error e Earth curvature e Refraction Technical Data Builder 225 International Limited Warranty Soft ware License Agreement Builder 226 18 International Limited Warranty Software License Agreement International Limited Warranty Software License Agreement This product is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the International Limited Warranty which you can download from the Leica Geosystems home page at http www leica geosystems com internationalwarranty or collect from your Leica Geosystems distributor The foregoing warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties terms or conditions express or implied either in fact or by operation of law statutory or otherwise including warranties terms or conditions of merchanta bility fitness for a particular purpose satisfactory quality and non infringement all of which are expressly disclaimed This product contains soft
62. ion of fields Field Description lt NoPt gt Number of measured points lt Area gt Calculated area lt Peri gt Calculated perimeter Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 113 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 114 Diagram PO Station P1 Start Point P2 Target Point PO Target Point Target Point Constant height Perimeter tilt of the tilted area stretched by all current measured points Area tilt always closed to the start point P1 projected onto the tilted reference plane Volume tilt c xa Perimeter plane of the plane area stretched by all current measured points Area plane always closed to the start point P1 projected onto the horizontal plane Volume plane f xa 10 7 Description Hidden Point optional The application program Hidden Point allows measurements to a point that is not directly visible The point can be determined by a rod or by entering the shift in the line of sight and the side shift The user can choose between two different methods e Rod eo Shit Hew z The application program Hidden Point is only available for the Builder RM M power and RM power The program can be started in total 40 times for trial Afterwards you have to enter the license code Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 115 M power and RM power Application Prog
63. le the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner e Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Introduction Builder 3 Introduction Builder 4 Validity of this manual Description General This manual applies to all Builder instruments Where there are differences between the various models they are clearly described Telescope In regard to the instrument EDM a Builder instrument may be equipped with one of two types of telescopes which offer the same performance but differ in some technical details The two different types can be distinguished by a rectangular telescope type 1 or round telescope type 2 shaped element which is visible in the centre of the objective lens Where there are technical differences between the two telescope types they are marked by the following pictograms referring to the first or second type described above Description Telescope Type 1 e Builder R and RM allow only measurements without prisms When using this EDM type a narrow visible red laser beam is used to measure distances Telescope Type 2 e When measuring distances to a reflector with EDM type fine or fast this telescope type uses a wide visible red laser beam which emerges coaxially from the telescope s objective Only possible with the Builder M power and RM power e Build
64. measured points lt Grade gt Calcu ated grade between the measured points A a Calcu ated slope distance between the measured points Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 111 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 112 10 6 Area plane tilt amp Volume Description The application program Area with methods plane and tilt is used to compute area size of areas with max 50 boundary points connected by straights Furthermore a volume with constant height can be calculated The calculated area is projected onto the horizontal plane or projected onto the tilted reference plane depending on the chosen method The tilted reference plane is com puted and updated automatically after each measurement It is determined out of all current boundary points by those three points that stretch the largest area Diagram The boundary points have to be measured ordered either in clockwise or anticlock wise direction PO Pl P2 P3 PO P4 Station Start point Target point Target point Target point ee Example of an Area Result screen The area is calculated and displayed once three points have been measured CONFIG THEO PROG DATA Area Result NoPt 3 Area 240 017 m2 Peri 74 804 m OK To measure more points VOLUME To calculate a volume with ag VOEUHE constant height Descript
65. mmet The laser plummet is located in the vertical axis of the instrument Under normal conditions of use the laser plummet does not need adjusting If an adjustment is necessary due to external influences the instrument has to be returned to any Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop Inspecting laser plummet step by step 2 5mm 1 5m lt 3mm 1 5m Step Description Setup the instrument on a tripod 1 approximately 1 5 m above ground Check amp Adjust Builder 175 Check amp Adjust Builder 176 Step Description 2 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 3 Level up the instrument with the electronic level Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more information CS _ Inspection of the laser plummet should be carried out on a bright smooth and horizontal surface such like a sheet of paper 4 Mark the centre of the red dot on the ground 2 5 Slowly turn the instrument through 360 carefully observing the move ment of the red laser dot 3 The maximum diameter of the circular movement described by the centre of the laser point should not exceed 3 mm at a distance of 1 5 m 6 If the centre of the laser dot describes a perceptible circular movement or moves more than 3 mm away from the point which was first marked an adjustment may be required Inform your nearest Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop
66. munication Parameters Data can be stored in internal memory or to an external device such as PDA Data Collector or PC through the RS232 interface For data transfer between instrument and external device the communication param eters of the serial interface RS232 must be set CONFIG THEO PROG MAG Data Output Int Mem ff Baudrate 19200 4 Databits 8d Parity Noned Endmark cR Stopbits 1 Data Management Mode for Builder Builder RM M power and RM power 147 Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 148 Description of fields Field Option Description Data Output RS232 Data is recorded via the serial interface For this purpose a data storage device must be connected Int Mem All data is recorded in the internal memory Baudrate 2400 4800 Frequency of data transfer from receiver to 9600 or 19200 device in bits per second Databits Number of bits in a block of digital data 7 Set automatically if lt Parity gt Even or Odd 8 Set automatically if lt Parity gt None Parity None Even or Error checksum at the end of a block of Odd digital data Endmark CR LF The terminator is a carriage return followed by a linefeed CR The terminator is a carriage return Stopbits 1 Number of bits at the end of a block of digital data Standard RS232 Set communication parameters step by step
67. nd Compensator Index l t Errors 167 14 4 Adjustment of the Circular Level 172 14 5 Adjustment of the Laser Plummet 174 14 6 Service of the Tripod 177 14 7 Inspection of the Red Laser Beam for Builder R RM and RM power 178 14 8 Adjustment of the Vertical Line of the Reticule for Builder T 180 15 Care and Transport 182 15 1 Transport 182 15 2 Storage 184 15 3 Cleaning and Drying 185 16 Safety Directions 186 16 1 General 16 2 Intended Use 16 3 Limits of Use 16 4 Responsibilities 16 5 Hazards of Use 16 6 Laser Classification 16 6 1 Integrated Distancer Measurements with Red Dot only for Builder RM power 16 6 2 Integrated Distancer Measurements with Fine Fast only Builder M power and RM power 186 187 189 190 191 197 198 202 16 6 3 Integrated Distancer Visible Laser only Builder R and RM 204 16 6 4 Laser Plummet 206 16 7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 209 16 8 FCC Statement Applicable in U S 211 17 Technical Data 214 17 1 Angle Measurement 214 17 2 Distance Measurement 215 17 3 General Technical Data of the Instrument 220 18 International Limited Warranty Software License Agreement 226 Index 228 Table of Contents Builder 11 How to Use this Manual Builder 12 1 How to Use this Manual ee Index ee Validity of this manual Available docu mentation It is recommended to set up the instrument while reading through this manual Th
68. ne Line is positive in the direction from line start point to second line point lt Offs gt Available if a Setup method with Control Line was used Cross offset to the control line Offset is positive at the right hand side of the control line lt E gt Available if a Setup method with Coordinates was used Easting of point to be staked lt N gt Available if a Setup method with Coordinates was used Northing of point to be staked lt H gt Height of point to be staked Elements of the In application program Layout a graphical display provides a guide to find the point graphical display to be staked out Element Description Q Reflector x Point to be staked lt T gt lt gt 20 forward back lt 4 lt gt go left right lt TD lt YD fill cut Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 103 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 104 10 3 As Built Description The application program As built is used for measuring an unlimited number of points The program shows line and offset values or easting northing and height depending on the used Setup method Example of an As Displayed graphic and available values depend on the used Setup method Built application screen CONFIG THEO PROG DATA fis Built APPL To start application programs Pt n menu M amp R __ To measure and display Lin
69. nknown P3 COGO point Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder M power and RM power 121 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 122 Diagram Line The Extension routine computes extended point from base line Extension P3 A AL N P2 Known Pl Baseline start point P2 Baseline end point AL Distance from end point Unknown Pl P3 Extended point Diagram Offset Line Offset Line amp Plane A P2 N P4 d2 dl eo P3 Pl Plane Offset A N Pl Known P1 Baseline start point P2 Baseline end point P3 Offset point Unknown P4 Base point dl Line d2 Offset Known P1 Point 1 which defines plane P2 Point 2 which defines plane P3 Point 3 which defines plane P4 Offset point Unknown P5 COGO point dl Offset Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder M power and RM power 123 Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 124 Set Point by Offset A P2 N Known d2 P1 Baseline start point dl P2 Baseline end point oe dl Line P3 d2 Offset Unknown P1 P3 Offset point Diagram Inverse amp Inverse Traverse A Known 2 P1 First known point N P2 Second known point j Unknown dl Horizontal distance between P1 and P2 d2 Height difference between P1 and P2 a Direction from P1 to P2 Traverse Known Pl Known point a Direction from P1 to P2 dl Horizontal distance between P1 and P2 d2 Positive off
70. nts Field Description lt Desc gt Entry of the description The measured slope distance to the target point P The horizontal distance to the target point l The height difference to the target point Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 135 M power and RM power Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 136 11 Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power 11 1 Overview Description The DATA mode is used for e creating viewing and deleting data in the field e setting the communication parameters Ee Descriptions apply to Builder RM M power and RM power 11 2 Access step by step Example of a data management screen Accessing Step Description l Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 2 Level up the instrument Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more infor mation 3 Press until DATA mode is active CONFIG THEO PROG Job DEFAULT Type PE ixpointhy Pt Pto0114 gt RS232 To set the communication E 25 000 m Parameters N 4 700 m POINTS To access the point management 0 500 m H JOB RS232 POINTS JOB To access the job manage ment Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 137 Data Management Mode for Builder RM M power and RM power Builder 138 Description of fields Field Description
71. of Station Easting of target point Northing of target point Height of target point Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder 19 Description of the System Builder 20 3 3 1 Instrument models Description of the System Instrument Models Model Description Builder T Electronic theodolite Builder R Electronic theodolite with distance measurement capability and construction software Builder RM Same as Builder R additionally with RS232 interface and internal memory to store and manage data and an extended application menu Builder RM power Same as Builder RM additionally with 10 digits keypad distance measurement with reflectors fine fast mode LED that shows used EDM mode and an extended application menu Builder M power Same as Builder RM power but only distance measurements with reflectors fine fast mode Builder T R and RM are available as Builder 100 and 200 Builder RM power is available as Builder 100 200 and 300 Builder M power is available as Builder 100 and 200 The term power can be abbreviated as p for example Builder R300Mp 3 2 Set Contents Set contents Description of the System Builder 21 Description of the System Builder 22 a b c d e f g h i GEV189 USB Data transfer cable for Builder RM Builder instrument with keyboard CTB101 Tribrach w o
72. olygonal P1 P2 P2 P3 Tie Distance The application program Tie Distance is used to compute horizontal distance height difference and grade between two target points The target points have to be meas ured The user can choose between two different methods Polygonal P1 P2 P2 P3 IN e Radial P1 P2 P1 P3 S2 Station Target point Target point Target point Distance between P1 and P2 Distance between P2 and P3 Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 109 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 110 Diagram Radial P1 P2 P1 P3 PO Station P1 Target point P2 Target point P3 Target point P4 Target point dl Distance between P1 and P2 d2 Distance between P1 and P3 d3 Distance between P1 and P4 Example ofa Tie CONFIG THEO MATA Distance result Tie Distance Result screen From Pt0001 To P t0002 Ad 19 855 m Aa 0 243 m Grade 1 2 4 CHEE HCE EED o ic measure more points Description of fields Field Description lt From gt The identifier for the first measured point Available for Builder RM M power and RM power lt To gt The identifier for the second measured point Available for Builder RM M power and RM power A Calcu ated horizontal distance between the measured points A di Calcu ated height difference between the
73. ons Modification or conversion of the product Use after misappropriation Use of products with obviously recognizable damages or defects Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Leica Geosystems Aiming directly into the sun Inadequate safeguards at the working site for example when measuring on roads Safety Directions Builder 187 Safety Directions Builder 188 A Warning e Deliberate dazzling of third parties e Controlling of machines moving objects or similar monitoring application without additional control and safety installations Adverse use can lead to injury malfunction and damage It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them The product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it 16 3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments A Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product Safety Directions Builder 189 Safety Directions Builder 190 16 4 Manufacturer of the product Manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories Per
74. or a marked ground point Important features e Itis always recommended to shield the instrument from direct sunlight and avoid uneven temperatures around the instrument e The laser plummet described in this topic is built into the vertical axis of the instrument It projects a red spot onto the ground making it appreciably easier to centre the instrument e The laser plummet cannot be used in conjunction with a tribrach equipped with an optical plummet Operation Builder 39 Operation Builder 40 Setup step by step Step Description 1 Extend the tripod legs to allow for a comfortable working posture Position the tripod over the marked ground point centring it as well as possible 2 Fasten the tribrach and instrument onto the tripod 3 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key The electronic level and laser plummet are activated automatically after switching on the instrument if compensator is set to on Step Description Move the tripod legs 1 and use the tribrach footscrews 6 to centre the plummet 4 over the ground point Adjust the tripod legs to level the circular level 7 6 By using the electronic level turn the tribrach footscrews 6 to precisely level the instrument Ee Refer to Levelling up with the electronic level step by step for more information Z Centre the instrument precisely over the ground point
75. ot without reflectors and fine fast with reflectors The LED on the keyboard indi cates the selected type Depending on the selected type the selection of prism types is different Red dot contains the flat prism as the only one and isn t displayed Beside the settings of the EDM it is possible to set the reflector height Descriptions apply only to Builder M power and RM power Step Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 2 Press the key EDM settings are not accessible during the following e CONFIG Mode Choice list is opened e THEO Mode Level or orientation procedure is running e PROG Mode YES or NO decision for example Station and Orienta tion will be changed and set or Point List Search is running DATA Mode One of the procedures RS232 POINTS or JOB is running Example of EDM settings screen Step Description 3 Make desired settings 4 Accept with OK EDH Settings EDH Type Laser Hode red dott offd OK To accept settings RANGE To disable limited distance 1 500 m measurement Button disappears when entered Description of fields Field Option Description lt EDM type gt fine Fine measuring type for high precision measure ments with prisms fast Quick measuring type with higher measuring speed and reduced accuracy EDM Settings Builder 153 EDM Settings
76. permissible exposure to laser radiation MPE c natural aversion behaviour for exposure to bright light for the case of visible radi ation A Warning A Warning Description Value Maximum average radiant power 5 00 mW Pulse duration 800 ps Pulse repetition frequency 100MHz 150MHz Wavelength 650 nm 690 nm Beam divergence 0 2 mrad x 0 3 mrad NOHD Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance 0 25s 80 m 263 ft From a safety perspective class 3R laser products should be treated as potentially hazardous Precautions Prevent direct eye exposure to the beam Do not direct the beam at other people Potential hazards are not only related to direct beams but also to reflected beams aimed at reflecting surfaces such as prisms windows mirrors metallic surfaces etc Precautions Do not aim at areas that are essentially reflective such as a mirror or which could emit unwanted reflections Do not look through or beside the optical sight at prisms or reflecting objects when the laser is switched on in laserpointer or distance meas urement mode Aiming at prisms is only permitted when looking through the tele scope Safety Directions Builder 199 Safety Directions Builder 200 Labelling Laser Aperture Laser Radiation Avoid direct eye exposure Class 3R Laser Product according to IEC 60825 1 2007 03 Po lt 5 00 mw 650 690 nm Builder_080
77. rams for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 116 Diagram Rod c a Hidden Point b Rod length c First reflector d Second reflector Diagram Shift Example PO Station P1 Reflector P2 Hidden point dl Line of sight d2 Side shift Example of Hidden CONFIG THEO MU ATA Point result screen Shift Result New Pt 99 859 m 7 5 920 m 0 200 m To measure next hidden OK Za D point Description of fields f k Field Description lt RL Rod Length gt Length of used rod lt Line of sight gt Longitudinal offset from reflector in direction to the instru ment lt Side shift gt Cross offset of hidden point to the line instrument reflector lt E gt Easting of hidden point lt N gt Northing of hidden point lt H gt Height of hidden point Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 117 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 118 Elements of the In application program Hidden Point a graphical display shows the position of the graphical display station the reflector and the hidden point Element Description H Station i Line instrument reflector Q Reflector first measured target of the rod Hidden point North jp Control Line 10 8 COGO optional Description The application program COGO is an application program to perform coor
78. rchased the product within ten 10 days of purchase to obtain a full refund of the purchase price International Limited Warranty Soft Builder 227 ware License Agreement Index Builder 228 Index A Application Abbreviations ccccccececeecesseeeceseseseseesecaseveseees 14 Angle amp Distance eceeeeeeeeereeenteeereeereeeeees 98 ACCUIACY eeeccecssescescsecsseseesesecsseseeseseens 214 216 218 Area tilt amp Volume cceceeceseeeceteesseeteesees 98 Adjustment AS BUI lt ceseceissersastescscnveassetcsanncexsuesecrvcaceacceeeeens 98 Combined adjustment I t i 167 COGO weisiiiccress 99 PIOCEOR ICs cciracstisnsutvaenenenacndeieanint 164 Hidden Point 99 Mechanical cccccccseseeees 164 Layout eirioes 98 Of circular level on tribrach 173 Layout Line Arc Spiral ccececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 99 Of the laser plummet Measure amp Descriptor ccceeecceeeeeeeeeeees 99 Alsi E E E E Tie Distance Angle amp Distance ccccsccccssessescsscssesesscsecseesseeees Applications Angle measurement g ATER wc csvineet iarsna Angle tnit sesenen annaa ERE As Built Application eissira 104 AUTO OFF yoana eae 63 Automatic corrections ccccccsesessessssteeeeeeeeneee 225 B BANEN aiarar A 35 47 223 Baudrate Beep 148 Cc D GARG Wiese cdetwastensaen Data management 136 Check amp Adjust Data output Gircular le
79. rey side 18 30 100 50 160 50 160 reflective Standard White side 90 140 460 170 560 gt 170 gt 560 reflective Standard Grey side 18 70 230 100 330 gt 100 gt 330 reflective Technical Data Builder 215 Technical Data Builder 216 Reflector range Range of measurement flat prism CPR105 1 5 m to 250m red dot Display unambiguous Up to 250 m Type CPR105 Range D Range E Range F m ft m ft im ft Standard Reflective tape 150 490 150 490 150 490 N Standard Cat eye 250 820 250 820 250 820 Standard Reflective tape 150 490 170 560 170 560 Standard Cat eye 250 820 250 820 250 820 Atmospheric condi D Object in strong sunlight severe heat shimmer tions E Object in shade sky overcast Accuracy F Underground night and twilight Standard measuring Standard deviation ISO 17123 4 Measure time typical s Standard Reflectorless 3 mm 2 ppm 3 0 Reflector range fine fast mode Standard measuring Standard deviation Measure time typical s ISO 17123 4 CPR105 Flat prism 5mm 2 ppm lt 2 Cat eye CPR105 Flat prism 3 mm 2ppm 2 Reflective tape Tracking 5 mm 2 ppm 1 0 Object in shade sky overcast Beam interruptions severe can result in deviations of the specified accuracy The display resolution is 1 mm heat shimmer and moving objects wit
80. ription Battery Compensator Icons The icons provide information related to basic instrument functions The status and source of the battery is displayed Icon Description Battery capacity A The battery symbol indicates the level of the remaining battery capacity 75 full shown in the example C _ The battery symbol is only shown if lt Battery Type NiIMH gt is set in Configuration Mode cE If lt Battery Type NiMHD is set but alcaline batteries used then the battery charge is not displayed correctly Compensator on or off is displayed Icon Description Compensator is turned on X Compensator is turned off User Interface Builder 35 User Interface Builder 36 4 5 Horizontal angle Vertical angle Symbols The direction of the horizontal angle is displayed Symbol Description Indicates that horizontal angle is set to right side angle meas urement clockwise 3 Indicates that horizontal angle is set to left side angle measure ment anticlockwise The 0 Orientation of the vertical angle is displayed Symbol Description t Indicates that the O orientation of the vertical angle is selected to the zenith gt Indicates that the O orientation of the vertical angle is selected to the horizon Indicates that the vertical angle is shown in percentage Distanc
81. rism pure alcohol is not allowed Reflector prisms that are cooler than the ambient temperature tend to fog It is not enough simply to wipe them Keep them for some time inside your jacket or in the vehicle to allow them to adjust to the ambient temperature Dry the product the transport container the foam inserts and the accessories at a temperature not greater than 40 C 104 F and clean them Do not repack until everything is completely dry eep plugs clean and dry Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting cables Care and Transport Builder 185 Safety Directions Builder 186 16 Safety Directions 16 1 General Description The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment to anticipate and avoid operational hazards The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them 16 2 Permitted use Adverse use Intended Use Measuring horizontal and vertical angles Measuring distances Recording measurements Computing by means of software Visualizing the aiming direction and vertical axis Use of the product without instruction Use outside of the intended limits Disabling safety systems Removal of hazard notices Opening the product using tools for example screwdriver unless this is specifi cally permitted for certain functi
82. s OK 7 Press O to select the point Press SELECT Step Description CS Now the point appears in the application that was active before Example of a CONFIG THEO PROG DATA Pointsearch screen Point List Search Search ID 2318 230 231 DELETE To remove the last character 232 OK To access the point list To switch between numeric ABC1 DELETE ok a and alphanumeric input Description of fields Field Description lt Search ID gt Enter the point to be searched for 231 The middle data point matches the entered information best Program Mode for Builder R RM Builder 81 M power and RM power Program Mode for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 82 8 4 Measure and Record Possibilities Two possibilities to measure and record points are offered e Measure and record in one step ALL in 1 e Combining MEASURE and RECORD Measure and Step Description record ALL in 1 step by step CS Make sure that PROG Mode is active CS Make sure that lt Measure amp Record ALL in 1 is set Refer to 6 Config uration Mode for information on how to make the setting I Position the prism at the point to be measured 2 Press M amp R to measure and record the distance and angles to the point Combining The key combination of MEASURE and RECORD can be used to measure non acces MEASURE and sible points with t
83. s are the points to be staked The points to be staked are defined by entering line and offset or easting northing and height depending on the used setup method For Builder RM M and RM power the points can also be selected from the memory The program calculates and displays the difference between the measured point and the point to be staked Diagram PO Pl P2 d2 d3 Station Current position Point to be staked lt f gt go forward or lt gt go back lt gt gt go right or lt 4 gt left lt T gt fill or lt J gt cut Example ofalayout CONFIG THEO PROG DATA APPL To start application application screen Layout F programs menu Pt x MEASURE To measure and display P0011 stake out differences Line 4 700 m f7 0 254 m To turn on off Tracking iia 25 000 m 0 345 m mode by pressing approx 5 0 500 m f 0 362 m seconds SETUP To start station setu APPL MEASURE SETUP menu p Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 101 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 102 Description of fields Field Description lt Pt gt The identifier for the points to be staked Available for Builder RM M power and RM power lt Line gt Available if a Setup method with Control Line was used Longitudinal offset of the start point of the control line in the direc tion of the second point of the control li
84. set configurations regarding display DISP TIME TIME To set date and time Configuration Mode Builder 57 Configuration Mode Builder 58 Description of fields for main configuration screen Field Option Description lt Laser Off Turns off the visible laser beam eas On Turns on the visible laser beam y Builder R RM Off amp Trk Turns on continuous distance measure mode and RM power On amp Trk Turns on continuous distance measure mode and visible laser beam lt Tracking gt Off Turns off continuous distance measure mode only Builder On Turns on continuous distance measure mode M power lt Hz Incre Right Sets horizontal angle to clockwise direction measure ment gt ment Left Sets horizontal angle to counter clockwise direction measurement Field Option Description lt V Setting gt Sets the vertical angle Zenith Zenith 0 Horizon 90 5 o 0 45 h 90 Horizon Zenith 90 Horizon 0 Vertical angles are positive above the horizon and negative below it Configuration Mode Builder 59 Configuration Mode Builder 60 Field Option V Description Vertical angles are expressed in with positive above the horizon and negative below it 100 corresponds to an vertical angle of 45 50 gon 800 mil Ee The value increases rapidly appears on the display above 300 lt
85. set to the right d3 Negative offset to the left Unknown P2 COCO point without offset P3 COGO point with positive offset P4 COGO point with negative offset Example ofa COGO CONFIG THEO PROG DATA Result screen COGO RESULT New Pt E 2 834 m N 19 938 m LAYOUT To stake out new COGO point LAYOUT ok z OK To calculate next point Application Programs for Builder R RM Builder 125 M power and RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 126 Description of fields Refer also to the applications before Field Description lt Direction gt Direction between two points lt Dist gt Distance between two points lt Line gt Longitudinal offset from the start point of the baseline lt Offset gt Cross offset to the baseline A A Calculated horizontal distance between two points A dAl Calculated height difference between two points lt New Point gt The identifier for the new COGO points lt E gt Easting of new COGO point lt N gt Northing of new COGO point lt H gt Height of new COGO point Elements of the In application program COGO a graphical display shows the position of the station graphical display used known points directions distances and the new calculated point Element Description Station Direction between two points Distance between two points Distance and
86. set values To measure new origin of local coordinate system 9 3 Setup Option 2 Establish Coordinates 9 3 1 General Description The Setup Option Coordinates is used to set up the instrument in relation to a local or global coordinate system All further measuring points and points to be staked are in relation to the coordinate system Station Setup for Builder R RM Builder 91 M power an RM power Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 92 9 3 2 Establish Coordinates Over Known Point Description The Setup method Establish Coordinates Over Known Point is used to set up the instrument on a known point and orient to a known azimuth or to up to five known backsight points If more than one backsight point was used the quality of the orientation is shown in the result screen Diagram PO Pl P2 P3 Known Station Known backsight point Known backsight point Known backsight point Azimuth Example ofa result CONFIG THEO HATA screen Orient Std Dev 0 0003 g Control point accuracy 4 0 0003 g gt i 0 0002 g REDO To delete or re measure an used 0 0002 q backsight point To accept computed measured aD 3 Station Setup for Builder R RM Builder 93 M power and RM power Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 94 9 3 3 Establish Coordinates Anywhere Description The Setup method Establish Coordinates An
87. son in charge of the product A Warning Responsibilities Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosys tems is responsible for supplying the product including the user manual and original accessories in a completely safe condition The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are respon sible for developing implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products and are also responsible for the effectiveness of those safety concepts in combination with the Leica Geosystems product The person in charge of the product has the following duties e To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the user manual e To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention e To inform Leica Geosystems immediately if the product and the application becomes unsafe The person responsible for the product must ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the equipment in use 16 5 Hazards of Use A Warning The absence of in struction or the inadequate imparting of instruction can lead to incorrect or adverse use and can give rise to accidents with far reaching human material financia Precautions All users must fol and environmental consequences ow
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89. ss OQ to highlight Setup option Height 3 If a value for station height is shown the value is related to the chosen setup method of Control Line or Coordinates This value may be changed or in case of lt gt a height can be entered 4 Enter station height instrument height and reflector height 5 Accept with OK 9 4 2 Description Diagram Height Transfer The Setup method Height Transfer is used to determine the height of the position of the instrument from measurements to up to five target points with known height PO Station P1 First point with known height P2 Second point with known height P3 Third point with known height Example ofa result CONFIG THEO MRIJ ATA screen Height Std Dev 0 008 m Hgt control point accuracy P t0004 0 004 m P 0003 0 018 m REDO To delete or re measure an used P 0002 0 012 mi Sk Laie si p o accept computed measure Station Setup for Builder R RM Builder 97 M power an RM power Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 98 10 10 1 Description Description of application programs Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Overview Application programs are predefined programs that cover a wide spectrum of construction tasks and facilitate daily work in the field Up to nine different applica tion programs are available Application program Des
90. step 1 a Press to set focus on desired field 2 Press gt to access the choicelist 2 Press to toggle through the list and set focus on desired field 4 Accept with OK How to make a setting with a choicefield step Make sure that CONFIG Mode is active by step 1 Step Description Press A to set focus on desired field 2 Press to toggle through the settings and select desired field 3 Accept with OK Configuration Mode Builder 69 Theodolite Mode Builder 70 7 Theodolite Mode 7 1 Overview Description The THEO mode is used for e levelling up the instrument with the electronic level and adjusting the intensity of the laser plummet e reading off the current horizontal and vertical angle e setting horizontal angle to zero e setting any horizontal angle e quick setting of horizontal and vertical angle direction 7 2 Access step by step Example of a theodolite screen Accessing Step Description l Turn on the instrument by pressing the key 2 Level up the instrument Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more infor mation 3 Press Gp until THEO mode is active CONFIG ALAY Hz y CE E ED lt t PROG DATA 04 07 253 6490 g O 101 2670 g m Hz HOLD Hz 0 LEVEL To set any horizontal angle To set horizontal angle to 0 000 To switch on electronic level and laser plummet
91. sured point Elements of the In application program Layout Line Arc Spiral a graphical display shows the position graphical display of the station reference element with its definitions the reflector and the last 50 measured points Refer to 10 2 Layout for more information Element Description Element Description H Station Measured point A Control point e Turn of element Q Reflector Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder Application Programs for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 134 10 10 Description ee Example of Measure amp Descriptor applica tion screen Measure amp Descriptor In the program Measure amp Descriptor it is possible to give each measured point a descriptor Further it shows slope and horizontal distances and height differences The application program Measure amp Descriptor is only available for the Builder M power and RM power CONFIG THEO PROG DATA APPL Pt Desc ail Measure amp Descriptor P 0010 MER TREE 5 056 m 5 055 m 0 100 m Description of fields To start application programs menu To measure and display distances and record data To turn on off Laser pointer by pressing approx 5 seconds except Builder M power To start station setup menu Field Description lt Pt gt The identifier for the measured poi
92. t g Q a g i E E Ui D T When the electronic level is centred and three checkmarks are shown the instru ment has been perfectly leveled up Accept with OK Operation Builder 43 Operation Builder 44 Changing the External influences and the surface conditions may require the adjustment of the intensity of the intensity of the laser laser plummet e Step Key Screen Description 1 Turn on the instrument by pressing the key cE The electronic level and laser plummet are activated automat ically after switching on the instrument if compensator is set to on 2 Adjust the intensity of the laser plummet by pressing O _ The laser can be adjusted in 25 steps as required Max Builder 013 Min 50 Positioning over pipes or holes Under some circumstances the laser dot is not visible for example over pipes In this case the laser dot can be made visible by using a transparent plate so that the laser dot can be easily aligned to the center of the pipe Operation Builder 45 Operation Builder 46 Centring with the optional shifting tribrach step by step If the instrument is equipped with the optional shifting tribrach it can be aligned to the ground point by slight shifting Step Description 1 Loosen screw 2 Shift instrument 3 Fix instrument by turning screw
93. t transversal tilt errors Horizontal angles are not corrected cE After switching on the instrument the setting is automatically reset to lt Hz Correction On gt Check amp Adjust Builder 171 Check amp Adjust Builder 172 14 4 Adjustment of the Circular Level On the instrument step by step eo W Step Description T Level up the instrument in advance with the electronic level assuming that the electronic level is correctly adjusted 2 The bubble must be centered If it extends beyond the circle use the allen keys supplied to centre it with the adjustment screws Turn the instrument slowly 200 gon 180 Repeat the adjustment procedure if the bubble does not stay centered CS After the adjustment no screw shall be loose On the tribrach step by step Step Description 1 Level up the instrument with the electronic level assuming that the elec tronic level is correctly adjusted Refer to 5 2 Instrument Setup for more information Then remove it from the tribrach 2 The bubble of the tribrach must be centered If it extends beyond the circle use the adjusting pin in conjunction with the two cross headed adjustment screws to centre it CS After the adjustment no screw shall be loose Check amp Adjust Builder 173 Check amp Adjust Builder 174 14 5 Se Adjustment of the Laser Plu
94. t beep interrupted from 95 0 to 99 5 gon and 105 0 to 100 5 gon 3 Permanent beep from 99 5 to 99 995 gon and from 100 5 to 100 005 gon lt Battery Type gt Alcaline NiMH Battery symbol is not displayed in THEO mode Battery symbol is displayed in THEO mode lt Auto Off gt Enable Disable Sleep Sets the behaviour of power down and instrument The instrument is turned off after 20 minutes without any action for example no key pressed Vertical and horizontal angle deviation is lt 3 The instrument is turned on permanently cE Battery discharges quicker The instrument is off until any key is pressed lt MeasureS Record gt Assigns seperated or combined measurement func tionality to middle softkey button in all measure screens Configuration Mode Builder 63 Configuration Mode Builder 64 Field Option Description MEAS REC Starts distance and angle measurements without saving measured values After measurement displayed values can be saved with RECORD ALL in 1 Starts distance and angle measurements and saves measured values in one step Description of fields for display configuration screen Field Option Description lt Contrast gt From 10 to Adjusts the contrast level for the display immedi 100 ately lt Display On or Off Turns the display heater immediately on and off Heater gt C _ The display heater is automat
95. t causing electromagnetic distur bances to other equipment Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is used in conjunction with accessories from other manufacturers for example field computers personal computers two way radios non standard cables or external batteries Precautions Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Leica Geosystems When combined with the product they meet the strict requirements stipulated by the guidelines and standards When using computers and two way radios pay attention to the information about electromagnetic compatibility provided by the manufac turer Safety Directions Builder 209 Safety Directions Builder 210 A Caution A Warning Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measure ments Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation for example near radio transmitters two way radios or diesel generators Precautions Check the plausib
96. taring into the beam or pointing the beam at other people Labelling Type Builder Art No Power 12V 6V 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH 9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured 2008 Complies with 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated July 26 2001 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including inter erence that may cause undesired operation _ Laser Radiation Do not stare into the beam tlds Class 2 Laser Product ay according to IEC 60825 1 x 2007 03 Po lt 1 00 mW 620 690 nm a Laser beam Safety Directions Builder 205 Safety Directions Builder 206 16 6 4 General A Warning Laser Plummet The laser plummet built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the bottom of the product The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 2 in accordance with e IEC 60825 1 2007 03 Safety of laser products Class 2 laser products These products are safe for momentary exposures but can be hazardous for delib erate staring into the beam Description Value Maximum average radiant power 1 00 mw Pulse duration C W Pulse repetition
97. the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the direc tions of the person responsible for the product A Caution Watch out for erroneous measurement results if the product has been dropped or has been misused Precautions modified stored for long periods or transported Periodically carry out test measurements and perform the field adjustments indicated in the user manua particularly after the product has been subjected to abnormal use and before and after important measurements Safety Directions Builder 191 Safety Directions Builder 192 A Danger A Warning A Caution Because of the risk of electrocution it is very dangerous to use poles and extensions in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways Precautions Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations If it is essential to work in this environment first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical instal lations and follow their instructions If the product is used with accessories for example masts staffs poles you may increase the risk of being struck by lightning Precautions Do not use the product in a thunderstorm Be careful when pointing the product towards the sun because the telescope func tions as a magnifying glass and can injure your eyes and or cause damage inside the product Precautions Do not point the product directly
98. tion e When measurements are being made using the red laser EDM the results may be influenced by objects passing between the EDM and the intended target surface This occurs because red dot measurements are made to the first surface returning sufficient energy to allow the measurement to take place For example if the intended target surface is the surface of a road but a vehicle passes between the EDM and the target surface as MEASURE or M R is pressed the measurement may be made to the side of the vehicle The result is the distance to the vehicle not to the road surface e When a distance measurement is triggered the EDM measures to the object which is in the beam path at that moment If a temporary obstruction for Operation Builder 51 Operation Builder 52 example a passing vehicle heavy rain fog or snow is between the instrument and the point to be measured the EDM may measure to the obstruction Be sure that the laser beam is not reflected by anything close to the line of sight for example highly reflective objects When measuring longer distances any divergence of the red laser beam from the line of sight might lead to less accurate measurements This is because the laser beam might not be reflected from the point at which the crosshairs are pointing Therefore it is recommended that the visible laser beam is aligned with the center of the target Refer to 14 Check amp Adjust for more information on how to c
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100. ware that is preinstalled on the product or that is supplied to you on a data carrier medium or that can be downloaded by you online pursuant to prior authorization from Leica Geosystems Such software is protected by copy right and other laws and its use is defined and regulated by the Leica Geosystems Software License Agreement which covers aspects such as but not limited to Scope of the License Warranty Intellectual Property Rights Limitation of Liability Exclusion of other Assurances Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction Please make sure that at any time you fully comply with the terms and conditions of the Leica Geosystems Software License Agreement Such agreement is provided together with all products and can also be referred to and downloaded at the Leica Geosystems home page at http www leica geosys tems com swlicense or collected from your Leica Geosystems distributor You must not install or use the software unless you have read and accepted the terms and conditions of the Leica Geosystems Software License Agreement Installa tion or use of the software or any part thereof is deemed to be an acceptance of all the terms and conditions of such License Agreement If you do not agree to all or some of the terms of such License Agreement you may not download install or use the software and you must return the unused software together with its accompa nying documentation and the purchase receipt to the dealer from whom you pu
101. where is used to set up the instru ment along a control line The coordinates of line start point are set to Ej 0 000 Ng 0 000 and Hg 0 000 The orientation is set to 0 000 in the direction of the second line point Furthermore line startpoint can be shifted by entering or meas uring line and offset values Ee The height of line startpoint P1 is used as the reference height for all further meas urements Diagram Hz 0 000 P2 PO Station Pl Line start point P1 P2 Second line point Shifting Line Start In Setup method Establish Control line Anywhere line startpoint can be shifted point to use another origin for the local coordinate system If the entered line value is posi tive the start point moves forward otherwise backward The start point gets a right ward shift if the entered offset value is positive otherwise a leftward shift Diagram d n Hz 0 000 Pl P2 P3 Line start point Second line point Shifted line start point new origin of local coordinate system Offset value for shift Line value for shift Station Setup for Builder R RM Builder M power and RM power 89 Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 90 Example ofa dialog CONFIG THEO MATA for shifting line startpoint Enter or measure shift Set 0 Line 6 500 w OK Offset 1 000 m MEAS Cn a ED To set line or offset values to zero To accept entered measured line or off
102. ywhere is used to set up the instru ment on an unknown point and set the orientation by measuring angles and distances to a minimum of two known target points and a maximum of five target points Beside the computation of the position the height is also computed if the measured target point has a known height If more than two known target points were used the quality of the new station is shown in the result screen Diagram PO Pl P2 P3 Station First known point Second known point Third known point screen Example of a result CONFIG THEO Jang Pos Std Dev 0 008 m Pos control point accuracy P t0004 0 004 m Pto003 0 018 m P o0002 0 012 m REDO OK To delete or re measure an used target point To accept computed measured values To switch to height result screen Station Setup for Builder R RM M power an RM power Builder 95 Station Setup for Builder R RM M power and RM power Builder 96 9 4 9 4 1 Description Enter station height instrument height and reflector height step by step Setup Option 3 Establish Height General The Setup Option Establish Height is used to enter the station height instrument height and reflector height All further measuring points and points to be staked are in relation to the entered values Step Description CS __ Make sure that PROG Mode is active 1 Press SETUP 2 a lier 3 i Pre

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