Topcon GTS-823A Manuel d'utilisateur

INSTRUCTION MANUALAUTO TRACKING TOTAL STATION GTS-820A SERIESGTS-821AGTS-822AGTS-823AGTS-825A

8 FOREWORD14 DETACH/ATTACH OF TRIBRACH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-115 BATTERY SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9-1 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.1 Checking and Adjusting of Instrument ConstantNormally, the instrument constant does not have

9-2 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.2 Checking the Optical AxisTo check if the optical axis of EDM and theodolite are matched, follow the procedure below. I

9-3 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENTVertical direction confirmation (Do not move Horizontal direction).13) Carry out as Horizontal direction confirmation.C

9-4 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.3 Checking/Adjusting the Theodolite FunctionslPointers on the Adjustment1) Adjust the eyepiece of the telescope properly

9-5 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.3.1 Checking /Adjusting the Plate LevelAdjustment is required if the axis of the plate level is not perpendicular to

9-6 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.3.3 Adjustment of the Vertical Cross-hairAdjustment is required if the vertical cross-hair is not in a place perpendicul

9-7 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.3.4 Collimation of the InstrumentCollimation is required to make the line of sight of the telescope perpendicular to

9-8 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.3.5 Checking / Adjusting the Optical Plummet TelescopeAdjustment is required to make the line of sight of the optical pl

9-9 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.4 Adjustment of Compensation Systematic Error of Instrument1) Error of vertical axis (X,Y tilt sensor offset)

9-10 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT7Collimate target A.CollimateA(Reverse)8Press [F6](SET)key.Repeat the procedures in step 7 and 8 so that the count of m

9 FOREWORDStandard Set CompositionThe numerical value in parentheses shows the quantity.(Make sure that all of the above items are with the instrument

9-11 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.5 Showing Constant List and Switch ON/OFFCompensation Systematic Error of Instrument[Example setting: Switch OFF the

9-12 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.6 How to adjust the date and timeOperating procedure Operation Display1Press [F5] key from the main menu.[F5]2Press [F

9-13 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.7 How to Set the Instrument Constant ValueTo set the Instrument constant which is obtained in section 9.1 “Checking

9-14 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.8 Reference Frequency Checking ModeThe beam modulated by the reference frequency of EDM is emitted continuously.This mo

9-15 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT9.9 Inspection and Adjustment of Optic Axis for Auto -TrackingActivates auto tracking to the prism.Confirm if the cent

9-16 9 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT8Press the [F6](MEAS) key.The measurement starts.[F6]The shifted quantity between H angle and V angle measured from the m

10-1 10 SETTING THE PRISM CONSTANT VALUE10 SETTING THE PRISM CONSTANT VALUEThe prism constant value of Topcon is set to zero. When using prism ot

11-1 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTIONThe velocity of light through air is not constant and depends on the atmosph

11-2 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTIONlHow to Set the Atmospheric Correction Value DirectlyMeasure the temperature and air pressure to find atmos

11-3 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTIONAtmospheric Correction Chart (For your reference) The atmospheric correction value is obtained easily with the

1-1 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.1 NomenclaturePower supplyconnector Base fixing screwOptical plummet telescopeHan

11-4 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION

11-5 11 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION

12-1 12 CORRECTION FOR REFRACTION AND EARTH CURVATURE12 CORRECTION FOR REFRACTION AND EARTH CURVATUREThe instrument measures distance, taking int

13-1 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING13.1 Rechargeable Battery BT-56QlTo removeRemove the battery while pulling both battery

13-2 13 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGINGl Do not charge or discharge continuously, otherwise the battery and the charger may be deteriorated. If chargin

14-1 14 DETACH/ATTACH OF TRIBRACH14 DETACH/ATTACH OF TRIBRACHThe instrument is easily detached or attached to the tribrach.lDetachment 1) Loosen the

15-1 15 BATTERY SYSTEM15 BATTERY SYSTEMIn case of Rechargeable Battery BT-56QIn case of External battery PackBT-3QBT-3LBT-56QBT-3QBC-10BBC-10CApp

16-1 16 PRISM SYSTEM16 PRISM SYSTEMArrangement according to your needs is possible.l Use the above prisms after setting them at the same height as t

17-1 17 PRECAUTIONS17 PRECAUTIONS1) For transportation, hold by the handle or yoke of the instrument. Never hold by the lens barrel as it can aff

18-1 18 ERROR DISPLAYS18 ERROR DISPLAYSl If error still persist after attempting to clear them, contact your local Topcon dealer or Topcon head offi

1-2 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONSTelescope focusing knobPlate levelTelescope gripTelescope eyepieceInstrument center markHandle fixing knobVertica

19-1 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIESRemote Control System RC-2IIUsing together with RC-2II makes it possible to optical communicatio

19-2 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIESPrism unit case, Model 6Fixed 9 prisms unit or tilting 3 prisms unit can be stored in this case. Especially, this is a ve

19-3 19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIESData cardPower cord PC-6 (For BT-3L, AC-6)l L-shape plug providedl Cord length: 2m approx.Power cord PC-5(For BT-3Q, A

20-1 20 SPECIFICATIONS20 SPECIFICATIONSTelescopeLength : 166mmObjective lens : 50mm (EDM 50mm)Magnification : 30×Image : ErectField of view : 1°30&a

20-2 20 SPECIFICATIONSDistance measurementMeasurement range Condition 1: Sight haze with visibility about 20km (12.5miles) moderate sunlight with

20-3 20 SPECIFICATIONSTilt Correction Method : Automatic vertical and Horizontal index: Liquid type Compensating Range : ±4'Correction unit :

20-4 20 SPECIFICATIONSRechargeable Battery BT-56Q (This battery does not contain mercury)Out put voltage : 7.2 VCapacity : 4.0 AhMaximum operatin

APPENDIXAPPENDIX-1APPENDIX1 Dual Axis CompensationInclination of the vertical axis with respect to true vertical will result in incorrectly measure

APPENDIXAPPENDIX-2It is clear from the table that dual axis compensation has the most benefit when the elevation of the target

APPENDIXAPPENDIX-32 Precaution when Charging or Storing BatteriesThe capacity of battery will be affected and its service life shortened in any of

1-3 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.2 Display•DisplayIn general upper four lines display the measuring data, and the bottom line displays the sof

APPENDIXAPPENDIX-40102030 405060204060801001200Ambient temperature when charging ijCharging efficiency (discharge capacity0.1C chargeFig.1 Rechargi

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENTIMPORTANT-- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE EMBEDDED SYSTEM WHICH CONTAINS MI-CROSOFT SOFTWARE. By using the embedded syst

EMC NOTICEIn industrial locations or in proximity toindustrial power installations, this instrumentmight be affected by electromagnetic noise.Under su

TOPCON CORPORATION75-1 Hasunuma-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo 174-8580, Japan Phone: 3-3558-2520 Fax: 3-3960-4214 www.topcon.co.jpTOPCON POSITIONING SYS

1-4 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONSl The symbol marks for Auto-tracking and Auto-collimating 1.3 Operating KeyAuto-collimating(Laser is emitting)GTS-

1-5 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.4 Function Key (Soft Key)The Soft Key Functions are labeled on the bottom of display. Soft Key functions are

1-6 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONSPage DisplaySoftkeyFunctionSlope distance measuringMEAS F1Starts slope distance measurement mode. Changes Continu

1-7 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.5 Star key (*key) modePress the (H) key to view the instrument options. Since there are three screens of opt

1-8 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1) View Date & TimeThe date and time can be viewed on both screens. To change the displayed order of the date,

1-9 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS9) Reticle illumination (OFF/Low/Middle/High)Press the [F6] key to get to Screen 2 on the display. Press the [F

1-10 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS13) Tracking Indicator A man who is staying on line with the direction of GTS-820A series or automatic tracking s

1-11 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.6 Auto Power OffThe Auto Power OFF feature can be set from 1 to 99 minutes. If no keys are pressed within th

1-12 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.9 Using together with RC-2II Remote Control SystemUsing together with RC-2II Remote Control System makes it pos

1-13 1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS1.10 Using connecting with Personal Computer (PC)The auto-tracking function or auto collimating function makes

2-1 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.1 Power Connection (unnecessary if on-board Ni-MH battery BT-56Q is used)See below f

2-2 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.2 Setting Instrument Up For MeasurementMount the instrument to the tripod. Level and center the instrument pre

2-3 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.3 Power Switch Key ONlSelf checking optionThe self checking function is to check internal communication and tilt

2-4 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.4 Battery Level IndicatorThe battery power indicator shows the level of battery strength.Indicates Battery Pow

2-5 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.5 Main Menu IconsThe main menu icons are as follows.Select the menu by pressing soft keys ([F1]~[F6]).STANDARD ME

1 FOREWORDFOREWORDThank you for purchasing the TOPCON Auto Tracking Total Station, GTS-820A series. For the best performance of the instruments, pleas

2-6 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.6 Vertical and Horizontal Angle Tilt CorrectionWhen the tilt sensors are activated, automatic correction of ve

2-7 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENTlSetting Tilt Correction by Soft KeyEnable you to select tilt ON/OFF function on page 2.The setting performed here

2-8 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.8 Resume Mode ON/OFF The Resume mode will memorize the last display or mode when the power is turned OFF.When

2-9 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.10 Memory CardHow to insert a memory cardHow to extract a memory card1) Pull the card cover lever to open the car

2-10 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT2.11 Inclination of Prism and Measuring Error For the best results, aim or point prisms in the direction of the

2-11 2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENTlPrism type-2 (Normal prism)lPrism type - 3 or 5 (Prism unit A2/A3) (Example)In case Prism constant value (C) = 0m

3-1 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION 3.1 Automatic TrackingMeasuring the moving target i

3-2 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION4Choose measuring modes by pressing the soft keys.Measuring starts.Sample: Horizontal distance measu

3-3 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION3.2 Automatic CollimationThe function enables to collimate automatically so that the instrument s

3-4 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION3.3 Range of Laser for Auto-tracking and Auto-collimatingThe range of laser at the long distance is

2 FOREWORDRotating the instrument and telescopeRotation of the instrument or telescope is driven electronically in normal operation.Do not disturb the

3-5 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION3.4 Setting Parameters for Auto-TrackingA proper setting for each parameter are necessary for cus

3-6 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION[Example] SEARCH RANGE : 10° in horizontal, 5° in vertical Setting Search range requires considerati

3-7 3 AUTOMATIC TRACKING / AUTOMATIC COLLIMATION3.4.2 How to set the parametersSample setting: Set TRACKING SPEED to [MACHINE CONTROL]Operating p

4-1 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.1 Angle Measurement4.1.1 Measuring Horizontal Angle Right and Vertical AngleMake sure th

4-2 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.1.2 Switching Horizontal Angle Right/LeftMake sure the mode is Angle measurement.4.1.3 Measuring from the Requir

4-3 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE2) Setting a Horizontal Angle from the KeysMake sure the mode is Angle measurement.4.1.4 Vertical Angle Percent Grade

4-4 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.1.5 Automatic Rotation to a Required Horizontal and Vertical Absolute AngleThe GTS-820A series can be rotated to

4-5 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.2 Distance Measurement4.2.1 Setting of the Atmospheric CorrectionWhen setting the atmospheric correction, obtain th

4-6 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.2.4 Distance Measurement (Single/N-times Measurement) When presetting the number of times, the instrument measur

4-7 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODEThe average value is displayed following with buzzer sound and “ * ” mark disappears.l Press [F1](MEAS) key for re-me

3 FOREWORDDisplay for Safe UseIn order to encourage the safe use of products and prevent any danger to the operator and others or damage to properties

4-8 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.2.5 Fine / Coarse Measuring Mode•Fine mode : This is a normal distance measuring mode.Measurement time 0.2mm m

4-9 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.2.6 Stake Out (S-O)The stake out distance is the difference between the measured distance and the preset distance.

4-10 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.3 COORDINATE MEASUREMENT4.3.1 Setting Coordinate Values of Occupied Point The occupied point coordinates (NEZ)

4-11 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4Input new data and press [ENT] key. *1)Measuring starts.N coord.[ENT]E coord.[ENT]Z coord.[ENT]*1)To cancel the set

4-12 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.3.2 Setting of the Instrument Height / Prism HeightThe instrument height and prism height are used to compute t

4-13 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.3.3 Execution of Coordinate MeasuringMeasure the coordinates by entering the instrument height and prism height, c

4-14 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODEThe result will be shown.*1) In case the coordinate of instrument point is not entered, (0,0,0) will be used as t

4-15 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODE4.4 DATA OUTPUTResult of measurement is transferred to Data Collector (FC series) from GTS-820A series.[Example: Dis

4-16 4 STANDARD MEASUREMENT MODEl Control by interface for Topcon AP-L1A system, see Chapter 5 “PROGRAM MODES” -[EXT.LINK] section.l When using o

5-1 5 PROGRAM MODES5 PROGRAM MODESl The loaded measuring programs are added on this menu.ProgStdMem CommAdjPara2003-10-10 15:30:40PROGRAM MODE (APP

4 FOREWORDUser1)This product is for professional use only!The user is required to be a qualified surveyor or have a good knowledge of surveying, in or

5-2 5 PROGRAM MODES5.1 Setting a Direction Angle for Backsight Orientation(Entering the instrument and backsight coordinate values)From the coord

5-3 5 PROGRAM MODES5.2 Retaining a Coordinate (STORE- NEZ)Suppose the instrument P0 moves to P1, P2, P3, etc. and the coordinate at P1, P2, P3 etc.,

5-4 5 PROGRAM MODES5Press [F6](SET) key.Coordinate of P1 will be displayed.[F6]6Press [F5](YES) key.Coordinate of P1 will be decided.[F5]The disp

5-5 5 PROGRAM MODES5.3 Remote Elevation measurement (REM)To obtain elevation of the point at which setting the target prism is not possible, place t

5-6 5 PROGRAM MODES2)Without prism height input. Horizontal distance (HD) between the instrument and prism will be shown.6Press [F6](SET) key.The

5-7 5 PROGRAM MODES5Press [F6](SET) key.The prism position will be decided.[F6]6Collimate ground point G.Collimate G7Press [F6](SET) key.The positio

5-8 5 PROGRAM MODES5.4 Missing Line Measurement (MLM) Measurement for horizontal distance (dHD), slope distance (dSD) and elevation (dVD) between

5-9 5 PROGRAM MODES3Collimate prism A, and press [F1](MEAS) key.Horizontal distance (HD) between the instrument and prism A will be shown.Collimate

5-10 5 PROGRAM MODES9Press [F6]( SET) key.The horizontal distance (dHD) relative elevation (dVD) and slope distance between prism A and C.[F6]10T

5-11 5 PROGRAM MODES5.5 Line Measurement (LINE)This mode is useful to obtain the line height. [Example:Input of prism height]Operating procedure Ope

5 FOREWORDLaser Safety GTS-820A series uses the visible laser beam for auto tracking, optical communication. The GTS-820A series products are manufact

5-12 5 PROGRAM MODES5Collimate prism A and press [F1](MEAS) key.The distance measurement will start.Horizontal distance is displayed.Collimate A

5-13 5 PROGRAM MODES11Rotate the vertical tangent screw, and sight ground point G.Sight G12Press [F6] (SET) key, line height (LH) and horizontal di

5-14 5 PROGRAM MODES5.6 Offset measurement (OFFSET)There are four offset measurement modes in the Offset Measurement.l Angle offsetl Distance off

5-15 5 PROGRAM MODES5.6.1 Angle OffsetThis mode is useful when it is difficult to set up the prism directly, for example at the center of a tree. Pl

5-16 5 PROGRAM MODES4Select the vertical angle [FREE] or [HOLD]. *1)[F1]or [F2]5Collimate prism P, and press the [F1](MEAS) key. *1)The horizont

5-17 5 PROGRAM MODES5.6.2 Distance Offset Measurement The measurement of a place apart from a prism is possible by inputting offset horizontal dista

5-18 5 PROGRAM MODES4If you reset the offset value, press the [F6](INP) key and input the value. *1)[F6]5Collimate prism using the horizontal mot

5-19 5 PROGRAM MODES5.6.3 Plane Offset MeasurementMeasuring will be taken for the place where direct measuring can not be done, for example distance

5-20 5 PROGRAM MODES4Collimate prism P1, and press the [F1](MEAS) key.Measuring will start.After measuring, the second point measurement screen w

5-21 5 PROGRAM MODES5.6.4 Column Offset MeasurementIf it is possible to measure circumscription point (P1) of column directly, the distance to the c

6 FOREWORDContentsFOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1General Handling Pre

5-22 5 PROGRAM MODES5Collimate the left side of the column (P2) and press the [F6](SET) key.After the measurement, angle measuring display of the

5-23 5 PROGRAM MODES5.7 External Link You can use compatible communication command of AP-L1A for GTS-820A series. In this process carry out setting

5-24 5 PROGRAM MODES(2)Setting Parameters of Cable (RS-232C)In case connecting Topcon's designated wireless modem, simply select communicati

5-25 5 PROGRAM MODES(3)Setting Parameters of RCSet the paameters forcommunication with remote controller system. Parameters1) ChannelSets communicat

5-26 5 PROGRAM MODESheat simmer, or happens cut off the optical path, in such cases it takes longtime for communication or results failure. You a

5-27 5 PROGRAM MODESSet channels : A, B, C...2) REC TYPESelect the option to record the data for the distance measurement.REC-A : Measure the dis

6-1 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES6.1 View Internal Memory and Card Memory StatusWhen selecting the internal memory or card memory, t

6-2 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES6.2 Protect a File Protecting one or more files can be accomplished with the file protection mode. When a file is protected

6-3 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES6.4 Deleting a FileThe delete mode erases a file from internal memory or the card memory. If a file is protected, the fi

6-4 6 MEMORY MANAGE MODES6.6 Initializing MemoryThe initialize memory option will erase ALL FILES in either the internal memory or card memory and f

7 FOREWORD4.4 DATA OUTPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-155 PROGRAM

7-1 7 COMMUNICATION MODES7 COMMUNICATION MODESThe communication modes are used for setting the Baud rate (Protocol), receiving a file (Data file

7-2 7 COMMUNICATION MODES7.2 Data File InWhen transferring data files from a PC to the GTS-820A Series, the file received into the main directory. D

8-1 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE8.1 Parameter Setting Options8.1.1 Parameters for Measurement and DisplayMenu Selecting Ite

8-2 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODEDist. Unit METER /FEETSelect the distance measuring unit Meter or Feet shown on the display.C.F. m/ft Us.f /Intl.fSelec

8-3 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE8.1.2 Parameters for communicationSerial port.Setting parameters for RS232CSetting parameter for RCMenu Selecting It

8-4 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODERetryStd. / Div.Selecting the method of the data re-transmitting.Std (Standard) : This is offered in normal condition.D

8-5 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE8.2 Setting Parameters 8.2.1 Parameters for Measurement and Display[Example setting] S/A BUZZER: OFF, Atmospheric pr

8-6 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODE8.2.2 Parameters for CommunicationSample setting: RS232C 8.2.3 Password OptionEstablishing a PasswordA password can be

8-7 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODETurning OFF the PasswordAfter a password is established, you can disable the password option. Once you disable the o

8-8 8 PARAMETERS SETTING MODEChanging a PasswordOnce a password is established, you can change the original password. The new password takes the pla