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1. Monitor Skyplot Latitude Longitude Ellipsoid Elevation GEOID Orthometric Elevation Localization File Local Northing Local Easthing Local Elevation Quality ISS SATView SATInfo N 42922 46 29019 W 7190805 54572 326 0961 No Geoid file loaded ho Geoid file loaded Mone 46 2476 6856 46351164 1225 32 0961 Figure 82 Monitor Skyplot Submenu Position 3 Tap the SATView tab to view the spatial orientation of the satellite constellation above the horizon see Figure 83 The cross hairs in the center of the display represent the receiver s position relative to the satellites from a zenith view point Monitor Skyplot Quality Position EARE SATInfo Figure 83 Monitor Skyplot Submenu SATView 5 118 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 4 Tap the SATInfo tab to view the pseudo range number PAN the azimuth AZ and the elevation ELV of each satellite above the horizon This information is helpful to identify satellite locations relative to obstructions i e trees Monitor Skyplot Quality Position SATView EUD Figure 84 Monitor Skyplot Submenu SATInfo 5 Continue to the next section Configure JOB SICBPOS11076 File Equip Survey COGO Road an 6 Localization E 7 Monitor Skyplot B f Tolerances Bei 4 9 Peripherals p 5 Configure 0 About SuryCE m Figure 85 Equip
2. Receive Data Output of the data received from the radio modem to the DTE Carrier Detect Red transmission CD Orange noise radio status Green reception 2 24 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Explorer 600 Data Collector The Carlson Explorer 600 high speed 624 MHz hand held data collector features a liquid crystal 320 x 240 QVGA TFT color sunlight readable display with a touch screen and LED backlight It is equipped with 128MB of SDRAM and 512MB of internal compact flash memory Carlson SurvCE data collection software for land surveying applications is installed on the Windows CE NET Professional operating system The supplied rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride NiMH battery pack can provide up to twelve hours of operating time on a full charge depending on power management and use The Explorer 600 provides WiFi and Bluetooth a USB port and a Serial port and a Compact Flash CF slot The weather resistant shell rated to withstand wind driven rain has a keyboard designed for surveyors and six LED Indicators including a charge low battery indicator The Explorer 600 comes with a cradle for attachment to the rover pole Refer to the supplied Carlson Explorer 600 user manual for further information A Always use the supplied stylus to interact with the Explorer 600 touch screen Never use sharp objects Use the supplied screen protectors to increase the
3. 13 Set the power and channel frequency options for the base radio modem as needed e 3950 Epic radio modem the LAND PAK LM configuration The RF power output options are 1 2 5 or 10 watts The 10 watt setting provides the maximum range and causes the maximum discharge on the battery Select a lower setting for surveys over small areas e 3950 869 radio modem the LAND PAK 869 configuration The RF power output options are from 10 to 500 mW Set the Squelch to Low recommended Tap to accept the settings The GPS Base submenu returns see Figure 67 Tap to accept all the settings made on the tabs of the GPS Base submenu The Base Configuration window opens see Figure 69 Continue to the next section to assign a geodetic position to the base station for computing relative GPS positions between the base and rover 5 104 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Assign a Base Position j Base Configuration From New Position From Known Position Read From GPS Enter Lat Lon Enter Grid System Coordinates Figure 69 From New Position Options 14 Tap the Read From GPS button The Average GPS window opens see Figure 70 The Read From GPS option ts often used on a new project using a local coordinate system Average GPS Number of Samples E Press OK to read GPS Maximum number of readings 999 Figure 70 Average GPS Window 15 Enter the number of autono
4. E Compact size TruBlu is only 41mm x 28mm x 22mm 1 5 8 x 1 1 8 x 7 8 taking up very little space 2 29 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY Office Software v v Carlson X Port This program is a file transfer and data editing utility In the office X Port is used to communicate with the Explorer 600 data collector transfer files process coordinates and convert coordinates and raw data formats Refer to Chapter 6 Data Transfer for a quick start to the use of X Port The Carlson X Port manual may be obtained from the Carlson web site http www carlsonsw com NavCom StarUtil This program is designed to setup and view many but not all of the SF 2040 functions In addition to its setup capabilities StarUtil can capture and log data upload new software and licenses to the three internal processors and query and display various receiver performance functions The StarUtil software and user guide is supplied on the CD in the office supplies transit case 2 30 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY The LAND PAK Interfacing 2 IDE GPS StarFire Antenna Com2 Com1 1PPS Event CAN Data rate 38400 8 1 NP SF 2040 Data rate 19200 8 1 NP 1PPS Event CAN Com Data rate ba 38400 Bluetooth N 81NP Carlson Controller Data rate 19200 Explorer 600 81 NP 07 00060 B Figure 4 The LAND PAK Interfacing Th
5. Edit Add User Defined Figure 58 Coordinate Projection Window 5 95 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Add a predefined or user defined coordinate projection Tap the arrow button in the top right of the window The System tab returns with the added projection selected in the drop down list Refer to Figure 59 for the steps below 5 Tap the Format tab Job Settings KA New Job System GOETH Options Stake Coordinate Display Order North East Angle Entry and Display Bearing vertical Observation Display vertical Angle Distance Observation Display Horizontal be Slope Entry and Display Degrees Station Display e g 1 00 000 00 000 Figure 59 Job Settings Submenu Format Tab 6 Select the appropriate settings 5 96 Angle Entry and Display This option applies to numerous commands such as prompting and displays in Sideshot Traverse Intersections and Inverse Distance Observation Display and Slope Entry and Display apply to total stations NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Refer to Figure 60 for the steps below 7 Tap the Options tab Job Settings h Lee Control File Select File C Sur emo Data SICBP grid crd FA Time Stamp Each Point A F Store GPS Accuracy in Raw File O Use Code Table for Descriptions Recall Job Road Files Recall Job Localization E O Auto Load Map Arben sre Bee Figure 60
6. P N 59 810001 3001 3 Battery Charger for EPIC Radio Modem Bag Battery P N 59 800002 0001 Option 110V Battery Charger for 3ASd Radio Modem Battery P N 59 800001 0001 Or 220V Battery Charger for 3ASd Radio Modem Battery P N 59 800001 0002 Not Shown 5 Office Supplies Transit Case Not Shown P N 79 100108 3001 Continued on next page 2 42 NAVCOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOG Office Supplies Transit Case Parts List continued User Guide LAND PAK P N 96 310030 3001 7 User Guide SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 96 310003 3001 User Guide Carlson Explorer 600 P N 96 000001 0001 User Guide Carlson SurvCE P N 96 000001 0002 User Guide SATELLINE 3ASd Radio Modems 10 P N 96 000001 0003 CD containing User Guides Reference Material and StarUtil Utility Software User Guide P N 96 310006 3001 2 43 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM This page is left blank intentionally 2 44 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter 2 Battery Charging This chapter provides guidance on battery charging for optimum performance All the battery chargers are in the transit case labeled Office Supplies Allthe LAND PAK batteries must be charged before the test setup of the system Refer to Chapter 4 Function Test Setup For optimum battery life and performance it is important that all batteries receive a full charge before
7. Figure 100 Figure 101 Figure 102 Figure 103 Figure 104 Figure 105 Figure 106 Figure 107 Figure 108 EAU A TECHNOLOGY GPS Rover Submenu Comms Tab 109 GPS Rover Submenu Receiver Tab 110 GPS Rover Submenu RTK Tab 112 Configure Satel Radio Window 113 Equip Menu GPS Utilities 114 GPS Utilities Submenu Options 114 Equip Menu Monitor Skyplot 116 Monitor Skyplot Submenu Quality 116 Monitor Skyplot Submenu Position 118 Monitor Skyplot Submenu SATView 118 Monitor Skyplot Submenu SATInfo 119 Equip Menu Confgure sese 119 Configure Submenu General Tab 120 Configure Submenu View Pt Tab 121 Equip Menu Tolerances cesses 122 Tolerances Submenu Options 122 Store Points Interface 123 Survey Menu Store Points 125 Equip Menu Localization e ee 126 Localization Submenu Options 127 Localization Submenu System Tab 127 Localization Submenu GPS Tab Localization Submenu Points Tab Localization Submenu By Helmert 128 Survey Menu Stake Points 129 Stake Points Window rrrrrrnnnnnrvnnnnnnn 130 File Menu Romte eee e e 132 Points Gubmen 132 File Menu Feature Code List 133 X Port Data Editor 136 Import Point Data Wimdow sss 138 SurvCE Data Transfer Window
8. s LAND PAK W User Guide NavCom Technology Inc 20780 Madrona Avenue pa Torrance California 90503 USA LTT TN Gate TATA Tel 1 310 381 2000 Fax 1 310 381 2001 sales navcomtech com NG www navcomtech com P N 96 310030 3001 A John Deere Company BM UC 6 3 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY This page is left blank intentionally NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Table of Contents ESE OR ale E iv List of Tables Gumpens viii NOLL panne IX So oe sereine Eai aaea ix Trademal E ix FOON I O r X USEr der X Limited Warranty sse eee eee eee xi StarFire LICENSING cccccccssesesecceeeeeeseeeseeeeeeeeeeeaes xii USG E xii Global Positioning System eee eee eee eee xii Revision ve E XIV Use of this Document annnnnnnnrnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnennn XV Related Documents sss esse ee eee XV Star Util User GUIGG is isiscsstesnsierncosasasai ceog yar chara XV Technical Reference Manual Xvi RINEXUtil User Guide sss xvi Integrators Toolktt sese eee xvi NavCom Heleasehoies sse xvi Related Ru te Ed EE XVI IE E Un xvii Fe ee E xvii MR xvii NME n xvii Publicly Operated SBAS Signals eee xvii Kuel HR RE xvii WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System xviii EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Gernicel cesse xviii MSAS MTSAT Satellite based Augmentation DY SUSI EEE xviii GAGAN GPS Aided Geo Augmented Navigation xviii Chapter 1 Introductio
9. 139 Set Geoid Area Window 141 Print Coordinates WIndOW 143 Process Options Window sss ex 147 Figure 109a Base Transit Case Supplied Equip 154 Figure 109b Base Transit Case Supplied Equip 155 Figure 110 Base Bag Supplied Equipment Figure 111 Vi a Rover Transit Case Supplied Equip 157 NAVEO NM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Figure 111b Rover Transit Case Supplied Equip 158 Figure 112 Figure 113 Figure 114 Figure 115 Figure 116 Figure 117 Figure 118 Figure 119 Figure 120 Figure 121 Figure 122 Figure 123 Figure 124 Figure 125 Figure 126 Rover Bag Supplied Equipment 159 Office Supplies Transit Case 160 Base Configuration Window 163 Enter Lat Lon Window s see eee 164 Grid Coordinate VWumdow sss 164 From Known Position Tab 0 165 Surveyed Point VWWumdow sse sse 165 Local Point Window sss ees eee ee 166 Base Station File Window 166 TruBlu Baud Rate Geng 168 Bluetooth Devices Window sse 169 Verification of TruBlu Connection 170 Survey Menu Log Raw GP6 171 NavCom Setup Wimdow sse e 172 Files on Receiver Window sese 173 vii LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COSM TECHNOLOGY List of Tables Table 1 Radio Modem LED Indications 24 Table 2 Base Transit Case Parts List 0 36 Table 3 Base Bag Parts et
10. 38 Table 4 Rover Transit Case Parts et 39 Table 5 Rover Bag Parts et 41 Table 6 Office Supplies Transit Case Parts List 42 Table 7 Sensor Battery Charger LEDs 46 Table 8 Bag Battery Charger EI 49 Table 9 Rover Radio Modem Battery LED 51 Table 10 Radio Modem Soft Key Functions 61 Table 11 FEC Signal Threshbolde sse eee 71 Table 12 SurvCE Window lcons sss eee eee 90 Table 13 Store Points Interface Icons 124 Table 14 Base Transit Case Parts List 154 Table 15 Base Bag Parts lier 156 Table 16 Rover Transit Case Parts List 157 Table 17 Rover Bag Parts US eee 159 Table 18 Office Supplies Transit Case Parts List 160 viii NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Notices LAND PAK All in One RTK Land Survey Solution User Guide P N 96 310030 3001 Revision C February 2008 Serial Number Date Delivered Purchased From Copyright 2008 by NavCom Technology Inc All rights reserved No part of this work or the computer program s described herein may be reproduced stored or transmitted by any means without the expressed written consent of the copyright holders Translation in any language is prohibited without the expressed written consent of the copyright holders Trademarks find your way NavCom Globe and NAVCOM TECHNOLOGY logos are trademarks of NavCom Tec
11. None Scale Factor 1 00000000000 Read GPS Figure 95 Localization Submenu GPS Tab Localization F 2ot Rotate Only o Add Delete Edit onoff Load vev Monitor Save Figure 96 Localization Submenu Points Tab Localization System TS GPS Points dx Hm rot x In d r In m rot ker 1 mf m wzo Scale ppm fo 4 Calculate from Points Output to Text File Figure 97 Localization Submenu By Helmert 5 128 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Stake Points s JOB SJCBPO31107B WI U el File Equip E Fray coco Road 1 Store Points he l 6 Auto by Interval 29 i 75 7Log Raw GPS sl 3 Stake Line Arc Le 8 Leveling EN 4 Stake Dffset 5 Eley Difference jie Figure 98 Survey Menu Stake Points Select Survey gt Stake Points to navigate to and stake points for example boundary corners or construction grade stakes Stake points are v Points that have been determined in relationship to other measured points in the field v Points contained in a coordinate data file transferred to the Explorer 600 with Carlson X Port software Review the Job Settings section above before staking Various options can be set which determine how directions to a stake point are provided 9 129 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM R Stake Points j Stake Points im m Point by SE ES EA E Direction Source Cu
12. System Format Options Precision 0 00 Store Data to Note File Control File Points have Priority for Stakeout Use Automatic Descriptions Stake Offset Desc Alignment Settings Auto Descriptions Cutsheets Figure 61 Job Settings Submenu Stake Tab 10 Check only the options e Store Data to Note File Stores the stakeout data in the note file not for the current job At the end of staking out a point there is an option to store the staked 5 98 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY coordinates in the current job Note files are associated with points so the point must be stored to also store the cutsheet note This additional data includes the target coordinates for reference Keep in mind that the cut and fill data is also stored in the raw file plus an ASCII cutsheet file can be stored using the button at the bottom of the Stake tab so storing into the note file is somewhat redundant e Control File Points have Priority for Stakeout Check this option if the points to be staked were loaded as a separate file and designated as a control file GPS Base Setup JOB SJCBPO31107B TEA el File Equip Survey COGO Road 1 Total Station 6 Localization Hy 7 Monitor Skyplot B 3 GPS Rover F 8 Tolerances 4 GPS utilities E 9 Peripherals 5 Configure o 0 About SuryCE Figure 62 Equip Menu GPS Base 1 Select Equip gt GPS Base to configure the
13. The Monitor Skyplot submenu opens see Figure 81 Monitor Skyplot GET Position SATView SATInfo Status FIXED Satellites 5 HRMIS U 02 7 VM O 053 HOP 2 90 VOR 3 80 HCH el TOOP 2 00 GO 2 77 Figure 81 Monitor Skyplot Submenu Quality 5 116 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY The Quality tab provides see Figure 81 Status e Autonomous No radio communication between base and rover Accuracy lt 10 feet usually e Float Communication has been established but ambiguities have not been resolved e Fixed Position has been resolved Accuracy at the centimeter level more or less Satellites The number of satellites in radio communication HRMS Horizontal Root Mean Square and VRMS Vertical Root Mean Square Indications of the precision not the accuracy of the solution The Dilution of Precision DOP indicates the geometry of the satellites with respect to the solution for the Horizontal Position HDOP Vertical Position VDOP 3 Dimensional Position PDOP Time TDOP and Position and Time GDOP Generally a PDOP of 5 or less is preferred A minimum of 5 satellites are required to obtain a moving RTK solution and a minimum of 4 are required to maintain the solution with an acceptable PDOP 5 117 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 2 Tap the Position tab to view the current position and status of the GPS receiver see Figure 82
14. and subcontracts if appropriate are complete accurate and comply with the requirements of the contract concerning such technical data Global Positioning System Selective availability S A code was disabled on 02 May 2000 at 04 05 UTC The United States government has stated that present GPS users use the available signals at their own risk The US Government may at any time end or change operation of these satellites without warning The U S Department of Commerce Limits Requirements state that all exportable GPS products xii NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY contain performance limitations so that they cannot be used to threaten the security of the United States Access to satellite measurements and navigation results will be limited from display and recordable output when predetermined values of velocity and altitude are exceeded These threshold values are far in excess of the normal and expected operational parameters of the SF 2040 GPS Sensor xiii LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE TECHNOLOGY Revision History Rev A Sep 2007 Initial release Update Satel radio configuration settings Added Signal Threshold Rev B Dec 2007 Added Address Settings Added Handshaking Updated FEC modes Added SL Commands New Carlson Explorer Universal Battery Charger Updated P N for Charger Kit Revised Battery Charging Instructions Added updated photo of LM amp 869 Office Supp
15. is a method to relate the coordinates of a survey that are based initially ona Starfire position or a GPS navigation solution referred to here as an RTK Solution The GPS navigation solution may be within 10 feet on WGS84 and the StarFire position may be within 0 3 feet after 30 45 minutes period As a field survey progresses points with known grid coordinate positions may be 9 126 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY included in the survey requiring the application of a transformation to work in the local system Localization Selection Starfire Localization ETE Localization Figure 93 Localization Submenu Options Select the RTK Localization button The Localization submenu opens see Figure 94 It has five tabs Four tabs are displayed below The 7S tab is not applicable to GPS The Localization submenu provides the same options for either type of localization RTK or Starfire Refer to the supplied Carlson SurvCE manual for the use of this tool Localization Secu TR GPS Points By Helmert Projection Edit Projection List USAAWADSS CA 5 Projection Lambert Conformal Conic 25P8 Datum HADES Ellipsoid GRS 1980 Figure 94 Localization Submenu System Tab 5 127 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Localization System TS GPS Points By Helmert i RTE Method State Flane Grid 9 Geoid File
16. select the file to transfer from the PC to the Explorer 600 6 139 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COdMI TECHNOLOGY Click the Transfer button d Verify the file appears in the Data folder A text file can be converted to a crd file on the Explorer 600 Use the File gt Import Export command m Exercise 3 Create Upload Geoid File to Explorer 1 Run X Port 2 Connect the Explorer 600 to the PC with the supplied USB cable in the rover transit case 3 On the Explorer 600 run SurvCE 4 In SurvCE select File gt Data Transfer The Data Transfer window opens see Figure 105 5 Accept the default COM Port setting COM1 6 Tap the Carlson C amp G Transfer button The Explorer 600 waits for a connection 7 In X Port select Tools gt Data Transfer gt SurvCE G2 FastSurvey SurvStar X Port opens the SurvCom window on the PC and connects to the Explorer 600 8 Select the Geoid button at the bottom of the window The Set Geoid Area window opens see Figure 106 6 140 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Set Geoid Area Geoid Grid Files Dir C Program Files Carlson Port Select Geoid Type Geoid 2003 Enter LatvLon near center of job Latitude dd mme 35 2230 GN Ce Longitude dd mmes 119 2345 E Ge w Ste as 80 miles Ckm C deg Grid Name geoid Cancel Figure 106 Set Geoid Area Window Refer to Figure 106 for the steps below 9 Clic
17. 2101 Describes the conversion program used for NavCom proprietary output data message formats to RINEX ver 2 10 observation and navigation files for customer programming purposes included on CD Integrators Toolkit P N 97 310020 3001 Provides additional instruction and tools for developing control programs for this instrument not included in the packaging material contact http www navcomtech com Support for a copy NavCom Release Notes Describes software updates for NavCom products Current and archived Release Notes are available on the NavCom web site http www navcomtech com Support DownloadCente r cim category releasenotes NavCom Customer Support provides software updates described in the Release Notes Submit a request for software updates via the Request Support web page Xvi NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Related Standards ICD GPS 200 NAVSTAR GPS Space Segment Navigation User Interfaces Standard ARINC Research Corporation 2250 E Imperial Highway El Segundo California 90245 RT CM SC 104 Recommended Standards For Differential GNSS Service Radio Technical Commission For Maritime Services 1800 N Kent St Suite 1060 Arlington Virginia 22209 CMR CMR Compact Measurement Record Trimble Navigation Limited 935 Stewart Drive Sunnyvale CA 94085 NMEA 0183 National Marine Electronics Association Standard For Interfacing Marine Electronic Devices NUEA Nation
18. Baud 38400 e Base ID If a Base ID is assigned to the base station enter the exact same ID or the rover will not receive transmissions e Use Any Base ID If desired check this option to permit the rover radio modem to receive communications from any available base that is transmitting on the same frequency 11 Tap the Configure button on the ATK tab 12 The Configure Satel Radio window opens see Figure 77 Set the Channel frequency for the rover radio modem as needed Set the Squelch to Medium or High to maintain the best correction data integrity Do not change the RF power output as the rover is not transmitting 9 112 NAVEOSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY j Configure Satel Radio Power 1 Wat Channel 468 5000 h Squelch Medium E Figure 77 Configure Satel Radio Window 13 Tap J to accept the settings The GPS Rover submenu returns see Figure 76 14 Tap to accept all the settings made on the tabs of the GPS Rover submenu The SurvCE main menu returns see Figure 72 Verify GPS Rover Setup 15 Verify the rover setup From the main menu select EQUIP gt GPS Utilities On the submenu that opens tap the Check RTK button If there is a problem an error message will be displayed Refer to the supplied Carlson Explorer 600 user manual for further information The GPS Rover Setup is complete Do not perform static data collection for the rover GPS If de
19. HAW TECHNOLOGY Safety First The owner of the LAND PAK must ensure that all users are properly trained prior to using the equipment and are aware of the potential hazards and how to avoid them Manufacturer s equipment other than that of NavCom Technology Inc must be used in accordance with the safety instructions issued by the manufacturer This includes other manufacturer s equipment that is attached to NavCom Technology Inc manufactured equipment Always use the equipment in accordance with local regulatory practices for safety and health at work There are no user serviceable parts inside the NavCom SF 2040 GPS sensor Accessing the inside of the equipment will void the equipment warranty Take care to ensure the SF 2040 does not come into contact with electrical power installations the unit Is securely fastened and there is protection against electromagnetic discharge in accordance with local regulations 7 152 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY A The LAND PAK 869 Inventory Check This appendix provides the complete system inventory for the LAND PAK 869 configuration It is divided into three sections Base Station Inventory Rover Inventory and Office Supplies Inventory The system is shipped in five boxes which contain the transit cases and bags listed below The transit cases are labeled on the top The bags are labeled under the NAVCOM logo Base Station Transit Case Base Ba
20. Job Settings Submenu Options Tab 8 Check only the options listed below De select all other options e Time Stamp Each Point Saves a date time stamp in the raw data file rw5 e Store GPS Accuracy in Raw File Saves the horizontal and vertical RMS in the raw file and in the note field This data provides a record of the precision of the measurements e Use Code Table for Descriptions Refer to the Carlson SurvCE manual for instructions This option is useful for assignment of attributes and controlling how features are plotted Check the Use Control File option to access points in a file imported to the Explorer 600 controller to support the job The Select File button becomes active Tap the button The Coordinate Files window opens Select the necessary control file 5 97 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM To create a control file convert a text file to a crd file in the X Port utility Then use the utility to import the file to the Explorer 600 Refer to Chapter 6 Data Transfer The control file might contain the calculated record boundary coordinates for a survey to be retraced or points to be staked for construction Another method is to transfer an ASCII Text file to the Explorer 600 Then use the command File gt Import Export gt Import ASCii File to convert the text file to a crd file Refer to Figure 61 for the steps below 9 Tapthe Stake tab i Job Settings New Job
21. Main Menu Port 1 Setting 2 Press the Select soft key to select Port 1 A submenu is displayed The cursor points to the status of Port 1 The default is ON Do not change the default 4 69 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM 3 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor to the next setting on the submenu It is for the currently set baud rate see Figure 29 Figure 29 Baud Rate Setting 4 Press the Change soft key to change the baud rate submenu appears with a list of baud rates 5 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor to 38400 bit s see Figure 30 Figure 30 Baud Rate Setting Change 6 Press the Set soft key to set the baud rate to 38400 bit s The previous submenu returns with 38400 bit s listed as the current baud rate The SF 2040 GPS sensors RTK corrections com port will be configured to the same baud rate see Figure 67 7 Press the Back soft key once to return to the main menu 8 Continue to the next section 4 70 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Handshaking The Handshaking menu functions remain at the default settings CTS Clear To Send CD RSSI and RTS Ignored Additional Error correction and error checking increase the reliability of data transfer via radio modem The receiver sensitivity is based on the channel spacing of the radio modem data rate of the radio interface and the mode of the FEC forward error
22. Menu Configure 1 Select Equip gt Configure to configure options that apply to observations taken in the field see Figure 85 These options remain set from job to 5 119 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM job The Configure submenu opens see Figure 86 The Sets tab is not applicable to GPS The Receiver and RTK tabs are provided on the Configure submenu as aconvenience They are the same as the Receiver and RTK tabs described in the GPS Base Setup and GPS Rover Setup sections above Confi EC FTSE View Pt Sets Receiver RTK st Zstore Fixed Only GPS Prompt for Total Station Setup Prompt for Height amp Description sl Prompt for Point Notes Wi Mode No of Readings to Avg TS 1 GPS fa Enter Store Icon TS Read amp Store Enter Store Icon RTS GPS Read amp Store Figure 86 Configure Submenu General Tab Refer to Figure 86 for the step below 2 Check only the options listed below De select all other options e Store Fixed Only GPS Assures a centimeter position Only data gathered in the Fixed locked status will be stored to the point file If an attempt is made to store data when the receiver is not fixed this message appears Position is not fixed Continue storing Select Yes No or Store when fixed e Prompt for Height amp Description Activates a window to open after each shot to enter the target height and description 9 120 N
23. Mount Figure 1 SF 2040 Viewed From Bottom 2 22 NAVEOmM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Refer to the supplied SF 2040 GPS Product User Guide for further information about the SF 2040 Base Station and Rover Radio Modems The LAND PAK includes a base station and a rover radio modem Refer to The LAND PAK Configurations section below for the specific radio modems used in the current LAND PAK configurations A Set the radio modems only to a licensed frequency It must comply with local regulatory authorities m User Interface The LAND PAK radio modems are configurable via SurvCE software on the Explorer 600 controller Additionally the radio modems are configurable without any external device via the integrated LCD display and four soft keys The soft keys access on screen menus During operation the LCD display shows RF frequency battery status data port speed and signal strength in dBm m LED Indicators Figure 2 Radio Modem LED Indicators 2 23 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY The LED indicators provide a quick status view of both the radio channel and the serial interface with the GPS The CTS LED illuminates when the radio modems are powered on Refer to Table 1 for LED indications Table 1 Radio Modem LED Indications LED Active Status Transmit Data Input of the data 8 TD to be transmitted ha et from the DTE to p the radio modem
24. Product User Guide for details on testing the battery packs in the sensor 4 48 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 3ASd Epic Radio Modem Bag Battery The LAND PAK LM configuration includes the 3ASd Epic radio modem for the base station A 12V 8Ah bag battery powers the 3ASd Epic radio modem A Charge the bag battery only with the supplied bag battery charger P N 59 800002 0001 otherwise damage to the battery could occur m Battery Charger LEDs Table 8 Bag Battery Charger LEDs Le Situs Charging 6 Charging Complete The LED functions printed on the battery charger Fast Charge and Float Charge do not apply to this procedure m Battery Charging Refer to Figure 9 item 3 for battery charger photo 1 Connect the LEMO 2 pin connector end of the bag battery charger to the female LEMO connector on the bag battery 2 Plug the opposite end of the bag battery charger into an AC receptacle The red LED on the charger illuminates If the green LED illuminates the battery is already fully charged or if not fully charged the battery is malfunctioning 3 Charge the bag battery until the green LED illuminates One full charge cycle requires 9 12 hours to complete 4 49 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM TECHNOLOGY 4 Unplug the battery charger LEMO 2 Pin Connector Male 15 Pin Serial Connector LEMO 7 Pin Connector Figure 11 NavCom Base Cable Refer
25. Rev C NAVCOM Figure 44 NavCom Base Cable Connections Refer to Figure 44 for the steps below 21 Connect the NavCom base cable the LAND PAK LM configuration e Connect the serial 15 Pin end of the cable to the female serial connector on the bottom right of the radio modem e Connect the LEMO 7 Pin end of the cable to COM 2 of the SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor The LEMO 2 Pin power connector end of the cable is not used in this procedure The LAND PAK 869 configuration Use the NavCom DB 9 cable to connect the 3ASd 869 radio modem to COM 2 of the SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor 22 This concludes the base station test setup Carefully disassemble the base station and repack all the equipment into the base transit case and base bag 4 82 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Rover Test Setup This section provides the steps to correctly and safely set up the rover It is important to select an open area for the test setup An outdoor setup requires the transport of the rover transit case and the rover bag both of which contain all the rover equipment The outer section of the rover pole is carbon fiber The inner extension is aluminum with dual graduations in feet and meters AN The rover pole and bipod leg points may damage soft materials including indoor carpets A Over tightening attachments to the carbon fiber of the rover pole may cause damage A The bipod is intended to make installa
26. The geoid model is a good check and can be better than solving for a 3D transformation because the local control points can have more vertical error than the geoid model e Units Coordinates can be converted into one of three available units Metric US Feet or International Feet e Scale Factor After converting the LAT LONG from the GPS records to state plane coordinates and applying the coordinate alignment Localization a k a transformation file the Project Scale Factor is applied as the final adjustment to the coordinates This adjustment is used on the X Y and not the Z The Project Scale Factor is applied by dividing the distance between the coordinate and a base point by the Project Scale Factor The coordinate is then set by starting from the base point and moving in the direction of the coordinate for the adjusted 6 149 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COSM TECHNOLOGY distance The base point is the first point in the alignment Localization file If there are no points specified in the alignment Localization file then 0 0 is used as base point The second dialog will prompt if an alignment Localization file is to be used during the process This file is typically created by SurvCE using the Localization routine The file dat contains the parameters to transform the derived State Plane coordinates to the defined local coordinates At the end of the process the coordinates will be written to the curr
27. Tn 90 SUNGE Window ICONS xiewsccsvesiacenncesove lt ueenedenncdsgseswecads 90 Getting Stared sirrane nenn anane anay 91 Create A New Job 91 OD SOWING EE 93 GPS Base Setup 1 2 cccccceessceesseeeeeeesscccesseeeeeesees 99 Assign a Base Hoston eee 105 Verify GPS Base Setup eee eee eee 107 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Static Data Collection cesse eee 107 GPS Rover Getup xrsgz ssa zzgc anaco Zoa aaas 2022 Tahe 108 Verify GPS Rover Getup 113 PI re 114 Montor Gkvplot 116 Go Le 119 einer 122 Survey Menu Measuring Point Positions 123 EP 125 Additional SurvCE Options sss eee eee 126 LOG VE le EE 126 Stake POINTS osaerari naadi aa 129 Pl 132 Feature Gode Lisl sasirnane i 133 COGO MENU EE 133 Chapter 6 Data Transfer snnnnnnvrnnnnnnnnevnnnnnnnnr 135 L EL ET de e a a 135 EPMO GIG e RR 136 SG E e e A E E T 137 Menus amp Commande sse eee eee eee ee 144 PROG WIG TAI EEN 144 Process Compute Points Menu esse eee eee 146 Chapter 7 Equipment Maintenance 151 TRANSOM EEE ENE 151 WE 151 Battery Disposal sse 151 SEn A E a E A EE NN 152 A The LAND PAK 869 Inventory Check 153 Base Station Inventory eee eee eee eee 154 Rover Inventory eee ee eee eee 157 Office Supplies Inventory eee eee eee 160 B Additional Base Position Options 163 From New Position Tab esse ee ee eee 163 From Known Position Tab sees eee eee 165 C TruBlu Confi
28. base GPS a Remove the LEMO 7 Pin end of the coiled serial cable see Figure 51 from COM1 e Do not remove the female 9 pin serial connector end of the cable from the Explorer 600 3 Connect the Explorer 600 to the rover GPS a Connect the LEMO 7 Pin end of the coiled serial cable to COM1 of the rover GPS JOB NEWJOB2 File Equip Survey COGO oe d 1 Total Station A 6 Localization 2 GPS Base E 7monitor Skyplot S S 3 GPS Rover ES 8 Tolerances H 4 GPS Utilities ES 9 Peripherals Ha 5 Configure oe D About SurvCE Figure 72 Equip Menu GPS Rover 4 Select Equip gt GPS Rover to configure the GPS Rover for RI K Static surveys see Figure 72 The GPS Rover submenu opens see Figure 73 It has four tabs similar to the GPS Base submenu 5 108 NAVCOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C 5 At the Manufacturer drop down list select NavCom see Figure 73 E GPS Rover Manufacturer Hacom Model Load Save Rename Delete Figure 73 GPS Rover Submenu Current Tab 6 Tap the Comms tab View this tab to gain awareness of the options Do not change any of the default settings see Figure 74 If wireless connectivity is desired in the future refer to Appendix C TruBlu Configuration for the appropriate wireless Comms tab settings GPS Rover CH Current Receiver RTE Type Cable k Device Port m Defaults Baud Parity No
29. correction as indicated in the table below This radio is typically operated at 25 kHz channel spacing Table 11 FEC Signal Thresholds Channel FEC Off FEC On Spacing 25 kHz 110 dBm 113 dBm 20 kHz 112 dBm 115 dBm 12 5 kHz 112 dBm 115 dBm The setting for error correction must be the same on all radio modems that will communicate with each other If the transmitting radio modem and the receiving radio modem have different settings data will not be received correctly 1 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the main menu to Additional see Figure 31 4 71 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 31 Main Menu Additional Setting 2 Press the Select soft key to select Additional a A submenu is displayed The cursor points to Error corr Refer to Figure 32 and Figure 33 for the steps below 3 Press the Change soft key to turn error correction ON 4 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the submenu to Error check 5 Press the Change soft key to turn error checking ON Figure 32 Error Correction and Error Checking 6 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the submenu to SL commands a On the both the base and rover radio set SL commands to ON by pressing the Change key 4 72 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Figure 33 SL Commands and Priority 7 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor
30. for a typical RTK survey in which v The base receiver is setup on an unknown point v A navigation position in WGS84 is assigned to the base point to support real time positioning in the satellite coordinate system v A coordinate system is established for the project by assigning an assumed grid coordinate to the base point Refer to the supplied Carlson SurvCE manual for additional information Overview File Types SurvCE creates a number of files for Supporting a project in the field Two primary files are created to manage each project The coordinate file appended with crd contains the measured or computed coordinates for the job and the raw data file appended with rw5 contains the survey measurement details 5 89 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE TECHNOLOGY File Management The Carlson X Port utility is an office application used to convert files and communicate with the Explorer 600 as described in Chapter 6 Data Transfer Text files containing coordinates can be converted to a crd format and transferred to or from the Explorer 600 A geoid file can be created and transferred to the Explorer 600 SurvCE Window Icons Table 12 SurvCE Window Icons kon nen a Hot List Menu Tap the icon to access help and other menu options The options vary depending on the SurvCE window that is open GPS Base Mode Tap the icon to access the mode menu which includes the options GPS Rover mode and GPS
31. from transit cases and bags If any items are missing or damaged immediately contact NavCom Customer Support Telephone 1 310 381 2000 Web http www navcomtech com Contact Contact Support cfm 2 35 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Base Station Inventory This section lists all the supplied equipment in the Base Transit Case and the Base Bag Figure 5a Base Transit Case Supplied Equipment Table 2 Base Transit Case Parts List SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 92 310045 3001 Included and Installed Software Options RTK Software P N 97 310041 3006 RTK Extend P N 97 310041 3009 Two Lithium lon Battery Packs 10 8 VDC 4 4 Ah P N 59 020102 3001 each Tribrach w Optical Plummet black P N 60 990007 0001 4 Adaptor Tribrach Fixed 2 D iN P N 60 990008 0001 5 Base Transit Case Not Shown P N 79 100106 3001 Continued on next page NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Figure 5b Base Transit Case Supplied Equipment Base Transit Case Parts List continued 3ASd EPIC Radio Modem 10W o p Power D P N 82 042001 0002 Bag for 3ASd EPIC Radio Modem P N 79 700005 0001 12V 8Ah Bag Battery for 3ASd EPIC Radio Modem P N 59 020152 0001 a Antenna Gainflex 435 470 MHz TNC P N 82 001015 0003 Pr Radio Antenna Cable 12 ft 3 7m 10 P N 94 310058 3012 NavCom Base Cable 10 ft 8m 11 P N 73 100002 0001 Tape Measure amp Pocket Rod Combo 1
32. gt Warm Re Boot SurvCE Software Carlson SurvCE is a complete data collection system for Real Time RTK GPS Refer to Chapter 5 SurvCE Software Operation for a quick start setup and operation of SurvCE Refer to the supplied Carlson SurvCE manual for details not covered in this guide SurvCE Upgrade Contact NavCom Technology prior to upgrading the factory installed version of SurvCE on the Explorer 600 If appropriate download the latest version of Carlson SurvCE from the Carlson web site at http www carlsonsw com To install SurvCE on the Explorer 600 a PC requires Microsoft ActiveSync on Windows XP or earlier or the 2 2 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAW VE CHNOLOGYV Windows Mobile Device Center on Windows Vista ActiveSync is on the supplied SurvCE CD The latest versions of either program are available from Microsoft iz v SurvCE Installation on Windows XP or earlier Boot up Windows CE on the Explorer 600 If Windows CE is already running close any open applications Run PC Link from the desktop The PC Link window opens and closes quickly Connect the PC and the Explorer 600 with the supplied USB cable The USB cable is in the office transit case o ActiveSync starts automatically The New Partnership window opens Select No Click the Next button o The ActiveSync window opens guest connection is indicated Click the Explore button Browse to the folder with t
33. in RF power output settings Refer to the supplied Satelline 3AS user guide for additional information on radio modem configuration After the initial configuration generally only the RF frequency and the base station RF power output settings need to be changed to accommodate job needs These settings are generally changed using SurvCE software on the Explorer 600 data collector Refer to Chapter 5 SurvCE Software Operation 4 60 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Soft Keys eo A V E Figure 16 Radio Modem Soft Keys By using the four soft keys below the LCD display all configurable settings are accessible through on screen menus see Figure 16 The function of each soft key which varies depending on menu requirements appears at the bottom of the LCD display see Table 10 Table 10 Radio Modem Soft Key Functions CANCEL BACK EXIT Cancel changes Go back to a previous screen Exit the main menu Upon exiting the main menu a confirmation screen opens for saving or discarding changes to settings SETUP SELECT CHANGE SET NEXT Setup the radio modem configuration the main menu opens Select a menu or option Change an option setting Set changes For numerical values move to the next digit UP DOWN Move through menus and options Change numerical values 4 61 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Operating Modes The radio modems operate in data transfer mode by de
34. menu see Figure 18 The frequency of the active channel is displayed see Figure 20 Figure 20 Active Channel 2 Press the Change soft key to change the frequency The center frequency is displayed with a cursor pointing up to the first digit The first digit cannot be changed 3 Set the radio modem to the licensed frequency a Press the next soft key to move the cursor to the next digit see Figure 21 Figure 21 Next Digit b Press the up or down arrow soft key to change the value of the digit if needed c Repeat steps a and b above for each configurable digit When the cursor is at the last configurable digit the Set option appears in the bottom right of the LCD display see Figure 22 4 65 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 22 Set Frequency d Change the value of the last configurable digit if needed e Press the Set soft key to set the frequency changes Or press the Cancel soft key to cancel the changes e If the frequency is set within the acceptable range a confirmation message is displayed temporarily Then the main menu returns e If the frequency is set outside the acceptable range an error message IS displayed temporarily Then the main menu returns No change is made to the center frequency Repeat the RF frequency configuration procedure to change the frequency e If the frequency changes are canceled the display returns to the main menu 4 Continu
35. of the SF 2040 GPS sensor both base and rover is the LAND PAK Control Port Prior to the installation of TruBlu the supplied serial cable P N 94 310090 3003 is used to connect the Explorer 600 controller to COM1 to set its baud at 19200 This is important because TruBlu only works at 19200 baud Refer to Figure 51 for the cable connections below 1 Connect the LEMO 7 Pin end of the supplied serial cable to COM1 of the SF 2040 GPS sensor Connect the female 9 pin serial connector end to the Explorer 600 controller 2 Power up the SF 2040 GPS sensor on the indicator panel of the sensor depress the on off I O switch for more than 3 seconds All GPS sensor LEDs illuminate for a period of 3 5 seconds during power up Refer to the supplied SF 2040 GPS Product User Guide for details on GPS sensor LED indications 3 Press the Explorer 600 power button _ _ to boot up the Windows CE desktop The icon for Carlson SurvCE is on the desktop 4 Double tap the SurvCE icon on the desktop The SurvCE job selection box opens in front of the main menu C 167 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Tap the Continue Last Job button or the Select New Existing Job button e Ifthe Continue Last Job button is tapped a connection is established If the Select New Existing Job button is tapped the Coordinate Files window opens For instructions on setting up a new job refer to the Create A New Job e section in Chapter 5 Sur
36. the knob on the small cradle clamp Mount the small cradle clamp to the carbon fiber section of the rover pole near the top bracket The rover setup is more stable if the 4 85 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM radio modem and Carlson Explorer bisect the bipod legs by shifting the offset weight to the same side as the bipod legs Tighten the knob Do not over tighten The following steps use equipment from the rover transit case 8 Mount the Carlson Explorer 600 to the cradle clamp below the LCD display Verify the Explorer 600 is secure Figure 48 Mounting Radio Modem Refer to Figure 48 for the steps below 9 Screw the radio modem antenna to the female TNC connector on the top of the 3ASd radio modem 10 Using the strap and the clamp on the radio bag mount the 3ASd radio modem to the rover pole below the Carlson Explorer 600 cradle The rover setup is more stable if the radio modem bisects the bipod legs by shifting the offset weight to the same side as the bipod legs 11 Insert the two lithium ion battery packs into the SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor Refer to Chapter 3 Battery Charging for details 4 86 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 12 Screw the sensor onto the rover pole When securing the sensor make sure that the front display faces the radio modem for easy access SATEL Figure 49 NavCom Rover Cable Connections Refer to Figure 49 for the steps below 13 Conne
37. to Figure 11 for the steps below 5 Verify the bag battery is fully charged Power on the radio modem to check the battery voltage a Connect the serial 15 pin end of the NavCom base cable to the female serial connector on the bottom right of the radio modem Connect the LEMO 2 pin end of the base cable to the bag battery The radio modem powers on The LEMO 2 pin connector is fitted to the red fuse fit and black cables The LCD display shows the battery status and other settings The supply voltage is in the top right see Figure 17 A full charge is 13 5V to 14 70V The LEMO 7 Pin end of the base cable is not used in this procedure 6 Disconnect the bag battery If it is fully charged 4 50 NAVE COOSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 3ASd and 3ASd 869 Radio Modem Battery A 9 6V 2Ah NiMh battery powers both the 3ASd and the 3ASd 869 radio modems The battery is attached to a cradle on the back of the radios The battery charger is the same for both types of radio modem The LAND PAK LM configuration includes one battery charger for the 3ASd radio modem rover The LAND PAK 869 configuration includes two battery chargers one for each 3ASd 869 radio modem base and rover There is no charging indicator on the battery charger The top of the battery has an on off switch and a red LED The illuminated red LED indicates power on and battery charging A Charge the batteries only with the s
38. 0002 0002 Tape Measure amp Pocket Rod Combo 12ft 3 69 13 P N 60 990009 0001 A 155 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COmMI TESHNOLOGY D ei Figure 110 Base Bag Supplied Equipment Table 15 Base Bag Parts List 1 Bag Tripod Not Shown P N 79 700003 0001 2 Tripod Dual Lock Fiberglass Waterproof 72 in 1 84m 2 Legs P N 60 430002 0001 Bracket Radio Antenna To Tripod P N 60 500001 0001 Snap Lock Radio Antenna Pole 6ft 1 84m P N 60 440002 0001 5 Pole Extension 6 inch 1 in diameter P N 60 440003 0001 Radio Antenna Adaptor P N 88 310055 3002 A 156 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Rover Inventory This section lists all the supplied equipment in the Rover Transit Case and the Rover Bag Figure 111a Rover Transit Case Supplied Equipment Table 16 Rover Transit Case Parts List SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 92 310045 3001 Included and Installed Software Options RTK Software P N 97 310041 3006 RTK Extend P N 97 310041 3009 Two Lithium lon Battery Packs 10 8 VDC 4 4 Ah P N 59 020102 3001 each Serial Cable 6 Ft 1 84m Coiled P N 94 310090 SE TruBlu Module P N 92 210182 3001 Carlson Explorer 600 Carlson SurvCE w GPS installed P N 82 061001 0001 Supplied USB Cable Not Shown Rover Transit Case Not Shown P N 79 100107 3001 Continued on next page A 157 LAND PAK Use
39. 2 110V Battery Charger for 3ASd Radio Modem Battery P N 59 800001 0001 Or x2 220V Battery Charger for 3ASd Radio Modem Battery P N 59 800001 0002 Not Shown 4 Office Supplies Transit Case Not Shown P N 79 100108 3001 Continued on next page A 160 NAVCOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOG Office Supplies Transit Case Parts List continued User Guide LAND PAK P N 96 310030 3001 User Guide SF 2040 P N 96 310003 3001 7 User Guide Carlson Explorer 600 P N 96 000001 0001 User Guide Carlson SurvCE P N 96 000001 0002 User Guide SATELLINE 3ASd Radio Modems P N 96 000001 0003 CD containing User Guides Reference Material and StarUtil Utility Software User Guide P N 96 310006 3001 A 161 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM This page is left blank intentionally A 162 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY gt ET Additional Base Position Options This appendix provides information on the Base Configuration window options not described in the Assign a Base Position section in Chapter 5 j Base Configuration From New Position From Known Position Read From GHS Enter Lat Lon Enter Grid System Coordinates Figure 114 Base Configuration Window From New Position Tab R Enter Lat Lon Tap the Enter Lat Lon button if the base is ona known GPS Control Point The Enter Lat Lon window opens see Figure 115 En
40. 2ft 3 7m P N 60 990009 0001 2 37 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM TECHNOLOGY D ei Figure 6 Base Bag Supplied Equipment Table 3 Base Bag Parts List Bag Tripod Not Shown P N 79 700003 0001 Tripod Dual Lock Fiberglass Waterproof 72 in Legs P N 60 430002 0001 Bracket Radio Antenna To Tripod P N 60 500001 0001 Snap Lock Radio Antenna Pole 6ft P N 60 440002 0001 Pole Extension 6 inch 1 inch diameter P N 60 440003 0001 Radio Antenna Adaptor P N 88 310055 3002 2 38 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Rover Inventory This section lists all the supplied equipment in the Rover Transit Case and the Rover Bag Figure 7a Rover Transit Case Supplied Equipment Table 4 Rover Transit Case Parts List SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 92 310045 3001 Included and Installed Software Options RTK Software P N 97 310041 3006 RTK Extend P N 97 310041 3009 Two Lithium lon Battery Packs 10 8 VDC 4 4 Ah P N 59 020102 3001 each Serial Cable 6 Ft Coiled P N 94 310090 3003 TruBlu Module P N 92 210182 3001 Carlson Explorer 600 Carlson SurvCE w GPS installed P N 82 061001 0001 Supplied USB Cable Not Shown Rover Transit Case Not Shown P N 79 100107 3001 Continued on next page LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 7b Rover Transit Case Supplied Equipment Rover Transit Case Part
41. AVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Prompt for Point Notes Activates the Notes window to open after collecting a point to enter a point note A regular point consists of a point ID number or alohanumeric northing easting elevation and description up to 32 characters Point Notes are a way to add an unlimited number of lines of text to a point The notes are stored in a file with the same name as the coordinate file but with a not extension For example a job called topo crd would have a note file called topo not 3D Mode Activates 3D mode If this option is not checked 2D mode is active In 2D mode all elevations are stored as 0 0 Refer to Figure 87 for the steps below 3 Tap the View Pt tab j Configure General Bana Sets Receiver RTK i Method In Out R Left Right Ref Object Directions From es F Use CL for Ref Object when applicable Figure 87 Configure Submenu View Pt Tab 5 121 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVC COM TECHNOLOGY 4 Select the settings e Method The desired direction and orientation for moving the rover to a stake out point e Ref Object Instrument e Directions From Rod Tolerances JOB SJCBPO31107B He File Survey COGO Road 1 Total Station GLocalization E 2 GPS Base E 7Monitor Skyplot amp 3 GPS Rover ID Tolerances 4 GPS Utilities Dei 9 Peripherals 5 Configure Ci 0 Abo
42. Delete x Figure 101 Points Submenu 5 132 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Feature Code List HET Equip Survey coco R Road 1 Job EG 6 Data Transfer CG 2 Job Settings Bp 7 Import Export KS 3 Points i 8 Delete Job fa 4 Raw Data ee 9 Write Note E Be ee 35 0 Exit KR Figure 102 File Menu Feature Code List Select File gt Feature Code List to define feature code lists Multiple feature code lists can be created Each list can contain an unlimited number of codes Each feature code consists of a short code a longer description a polyline toggle and a polyline type setting Refer to the supplied Carlson SurvCE manual for additional information on feature codes COGO Menu Refer to the supplied Carlson SurvCE manual for information on typical COGO applications useful in a field survey 9 133 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM This page is left blank intentionally 5 134 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter pe Data Transfer Carlson X Port software is a file transfer and data editing utility designed to aid in the processing of electronically collected data files Although intended for both conventional and GPS survey instruments only the application to GPS is addressed here This chapter is a condensed version of the Carlson X Port manual Installation The supplied Carlson SurvCE CD at the rear of th
43. GPS 3 Stake Line Arc Le Leveling a 4 Stake Offset Ge 5 Eley Difference jie Figure 91 Survey Menu Store Points 1 Select Survey gt Store Points see Figure 91 The Store Pts graphical interface opens see Figure 90 2 Collect desired points positions The LAND PAK is now setup and operating to the point of collecting positions with RTK After the desired elapsed period refer to the Download Static Data File section of Appendix D for instructions to download the static data file from the base GPS Additional SurvCE options most useful for producing survey results are described briefly in the section which follows Refer to the Carlson SurvCE manual for detailed instructions 9 125 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Additional SurvCE Options Localization 2 GPS Base z 7 3 GPS Rover E 8 Tolerances 4 GPS Utilities Dei 9 Peripherals 5 Configure Cl 0 About SuryCE Figure 92 Equip Menu Localization If a local coordinate system is the intended basis for the survey locate and store the local points in the field Then use Localization to compute the relationship between the GPS coordinates and the local coordinates Thereafter the local coordinates will be available for view or staking Select Equip gt Localization to apply a best fit transformation using a localization The localization submenu has two options see Figure 93 Localization in the context of SurvCE
44. GPS Base for RTK Static surveys see Figure 62 The GPS Base submenu opens see Figure 63 5 99 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM 2 Atthe Manufacturer drop down list select NavCom see Figure 63 GPS Base Manufactirer WENST ii Model Load Save Rename Delete Figure 63 GPS Base Submenu Current Tab 3 Tap the Comms tab View this tab to gain awareness of the options Do not change any of the default settings see Figure 64 If wireless connectivity is desired in the future refer to Appendix C TruBlu Configuration for the appropriate wireless Comms tab settings GPS Base a Current Receiver RTK Type Cable E Device Port COM 9 Defaults Baud 115200 1 Parity None Y Data Bits 19 Stop Bits 1 Figure 64 GPS Base Submenu Comms Tab 5 100 NAVEOmM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Refer to Figure 65 for the steps below 4 Tap the Receiver tab GPS Base Current Comms RTK e Antenna Type NAVSF2040G GIE List Antenna Height ft vert e Slant Use Internal Antenna Elevation Mask E Position Rate 1 Hz Si Figure 65 GPS Base Submenu Receiver Tab 5 Set the options Antenna Type NAVCOMSF2040G GIS Antenna Height Enter the height in the current job units and select S ant Take the slant height measurement at the center of the black ring around the top of the r
45. Log Raw GPS 3 Stake EE AFC In a Leveling 4 Stake Offset La 5 Eley Difference fee Figure 124 Survey Menu Log Raw GPS 1 Connect the Explorer 600 controller to a GPS receiver if not already connected 2 Onthe SurvCE main menu select Survey gt Log Raw GPS see Figure 124 The NavCom Setup window opens see Figure 125 D 171 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM 10 D 1 Navcom Setup File None Ten Chest Leit FEIN File Manager Figure 125 NavCom Setup Window Tap the Start Resume File button The Start New File window opens Enter a file name DOS naming convention to store the collected data in the receiver memory for download later Tap EA The NavCom Setup window returns Tap the Tag Point button The window displays the available onboard memory Enter a Site Name It is inserted in the file as a point identifier Select whether to end the data collection manually or after a specified period of time In the Recording Site window select Stop Point logging In the boxes that open tap Yes and OK The receiver will continue to collect and store data until Close File is selected on the NavCom Setup window see Figure 125 Go to the GPS Rover Setup section to continue the initial setup of the LAND PAK 72 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Download Static Data File This section provides steps to download a static data file after th
46. Phase Center height above the ARP see Figure 66 Tap ba Define Antenna Manufacturer Part Number USEROD1 h Description MAVYCOM 20406 ARP Radius mi 0 0952 New L1 Offset mi 0 1327 Copy L2 Offset mi 0 124 Delete Figure 66 USER Antenna Type 5 102 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Refer to Figure 67 for the settings below 6 Tap the RIK tab GPS Base Current Comms Receiver Device Satel 7 Configure Network RTK Port Baud 138400 Parity Mane E stop Bits F S Message Type been i Base ID 12 Figure 67 GPS Base Submenu RTK Tab 7 Set the options e Device Satel e Baud 38400 e Base ID Enter any combination of numbers to create a unique base ID if desired The rover radio modem must be set to the identical ID or 0 to accept corrections from any available reference station The ID isolates the base and rover radio modems It avoids cross talk between the rover radio modem and any other base radio modems in the area that may be set to the same frequency 8 Tap the So 94re button on the RTK tab The Configure Satel Radio window opens see Figure 68 5 103 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM j Configure Satel Radio Power 2 watts 9 Channel 468 5000 M Squelch Len p Figure 68 Configure Satel Radio Window Refer to Figure 68 for the settings below 9 10 11 12
47. Simulation Map View Toggle between the open window and Map View 5 90 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Getting Started Create A New Job Female 9 Pin LEMO 7 Pin AA Serial Connector wi Connector Figure 51 Coiled Serial Cable 1 For this initial operation of the LAND PAK connect the Explorer 600 controller to COM1 the LAND PAK control port of the base station SF 2040 GPS sensor Use the supplied 6 ft coiled serial cable See Figure 51 If wireless connectivity is desired in the future refer to Appendix C for the configuration of the TruBlu module Fn X SI My Device Internet DC Link Explorer Figure 52 Desktop with SurvCE Icon 5 91 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM 2 Boot up the Explorer 600 desktop see Figure 52 3 Double tap the SurvCE icon on the Explorer 600 desktop The SurvCE job selection box opens in front of the main menu see Figure 53 3 Points 4 Raw 5 Feature Code List 38 0 Exit A Figure 53 SurvCE Job Selection Box 4 Tap the Select New Existing Job button to create a new file job The Coordinate Files window opens see Figure 54 Select File gt Job to access the Coordinate Files window from the main menu Coordinate Files Fa Backup l QRECD_FROM_OFFICE 12T cr Figure 54 Coordinate Files Window 5 92 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 5 Create a ne
48. a collection to office processing Unique Features The LAND PAK has many unique features m A Solution that Works The LAND PAK s controller solution from Carlson provides cutting edge hardware with the most popular and easy to use software on the market SurvCE Satel s powerful radio modems give the LAND PAK a wider coverage area allowing longer distances between stations B Higher accuracy and reliability With Satel s radio modems and the RTK option on the SF 2040 receivers the LAND PAK is capable of performing centimeter accurate RTK surveys The RTK algorithm developed by NavCom provides fast initialization and the NCT ultra compact binary data format for RTK ensures robust data throughput The sensor can utilize NCT RTCM CMR and CMR data streams from other base stations to minimize base rover separation and allow for flexibility with pre existing GPS survey systems 2 19 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE TECHNOLOGY R GPS Performance The NavCom SF 2040 receivers use the NavCom NCT 2100D GPS Engine including the fourth generation Touchstone ASIC family of which more than 40 000 are in use worldwide Incorporated are NavCom patented interference suppression and multi path mitigation a 5Hz raw data rate up to 50Hz optional and 5Hz geodetic quality positioning up to 25Hz optional m RIK Extend RTK Extend enables continuous RTK level positioning accuracy during radio communication outage
49. ady attached to the 3ASd 869 radio modem bag Figure 41 Mounting the Radio and Bag Battery Refer to Figure 41 for the steps below 16 Using the strap and the bracket on the radio bag mount the radio modem to the tripod leg above the radio antenna bracket 17 The LAND PAK LM configuration only Hang the 12V 8Ah bag battery in a safe and secure position on the tripod within easy access of the 3ASd EPIC radio modem 18 Connect the right angle male TNC connector end of the radio antenna cable to the top left female TNC connector of the 3ASd EPIC radio modem see Figure 42 k The TNC connector on the right above the display is used for 4 80 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY diversity receive only which is not used in this application Connecting to this port will prevent RTK corrections being broadcast to the rover The LAND PAK 869 configuration The 3ASd 869 radio modem has only one female TNC connector on the top Figure 42 Mounting Cable to the Radio Modem 19 Insert the two lithium ion battery packs into the SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor Refer to Chapter 3 Battery Charging for details on battery pack installation 20 Screw the sensor onto the antenna pole extension if mounted or onto the tribrach adapter When securing the sensor make sure that the front display faces the radio modem for easy access Figure 43 Mounting Base SF 2040 4 81 LAND PAK User Guide
50. al Office 7 Riggs Avenue Severna Park Maryland 21146 Publicly Operated SBAS Signals RTCA DO 229D The Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics RTCA develops consensus based recommendations regarding communications navigation surveillance and air traffic management CNS ATM system issues RTCA 1828 L Street NW Suite 805 Washington DC 20036 XVII LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM EHNOLOGYVY These organizations implement the RTCA DO 229D standard set by RTCA WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System U S Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration 800 Independence Ave SW Washington DC 20591 EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service European Space Agency 8 10 rue Mario Nikis F 75738 Paris Cedex 15 France MSAS MTSAT Satellite based Augmentation System Japan Civil Aviation Bureau Ministry of Transport Kasumigaseki 2 1 3 Chiyoda ku Tokyo 100 Japan GAGAN GPS Aided Geo Augmented Navigation Indian Space Research Organization Antariksh Bhavan New Bel Road Bangalore 560 094 India XVIII NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter e Introduction The LAND PAK is a complete NavCom qualified end user system designed for land survey applications The LAND PAK pairs NavCom products with complimentary technologies and solutions providing land surveyors a complete turn key system that does everything from field dat
51. ct the NavCom rover radio modem cable e Connect the serial 9 Pin end of the cable to the female serial connector on the bottom of the radio modem e Connect the LEMO 7 Pin end of the cable to COM 2 of the SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor 14 Extend the aluminum extension of the rover pole to the maximum height possible 4 87 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 50 Rover Pole Knob and Locking Pin Refer to Figure 50 for the steps below 15 Tighten the rover pole knob to secure the pole extension If extended to 1 8 m 2 m or 2 2 m also insert the attached locking pin into the extension hole Extending the rover pole isolates the sensor signals from the radio modem And reduces the possibility of satellite signal blockage by passing pedestrians or vehicles 16 This concludes the rover test setup Carefully disassemble the rover attachments and repack all the equipment into the rover transit case and rover bag 4 88 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter 5 SurvCE Software Operation This chapter provides an introduction to the basic operation of the LAND PAK using Carlson SurvCE Software on the Explorer 600 data collector After the system is set up as described in Chapter 4 Function Test Setup follow the Getting Started section which follows to initialize the system and begin collecting measured positions in three dimensions The settings in this chapter are suggested
52. d as follows e Position the tribrach so it fits evenly on the top plate and is flat e Screw the tribrach fastener into the tribrach until it is Secure The tribrach has a leveling bubble and three adjustment knobs to make fine adjustments 7 Mount the tribrach adapter into the three holes of the tribrach and then lock it in place by turning down the knob on the side of the tribrach 4 76 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY OPTIONAL STEP Screw the pole extension into the tribrach adapter The pole extension provides easier access to the connectors and exchange of the batteries on the SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor The pole extension is in the base bag i Mounting Plate Adjustment Knob Figure 38 Mounting the Radio Antenna Bracket Refer to Figure 38 for the steps below 8 Mount the radio antenna bracket to the tripod a Unscrew the rear knob of the bracket and remove the rear plate b Place the bracket against the opening ona tripod leg Do not mount the bracket to the tripod leg on which the shoulder strap is attached c At the back of the tripod leg place the rear plate through the bracket screw 4 7 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE CSMI TECHNOLOGY d Turn the knob onto the bracket screw until the bracket is secure Over tightening may cause damage to the tripod leg finish 9 Level the bracket by eye Loosen the knob on the side of the brack
53. down the submenu to Priority a Onthe Base radio set Priority to TX by pressing the Change key b Onthe Rover radio Set Priority to RX by pressing the Change key AN The radio operates in Half duplex simplex mode The base radio can always be communicated with via SurvCE regardless of it s transmit state However the rover must not be receiving corrections from the base when attempting to program the rover via SurvCE This may necessitate turning the base radio off during programming or at minimum removing temporarily the rover antenna which may or may not completely remove the base signal 8 Press the Back soft key twice Save changes is displayed see Figure 34 Figure 34 Save Changes 4 73 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY 9 Press the soft key to select the Yes option All the configuration changes are saved The display returns to the setup screen see Figure 17 10 Perform one of the following steps e Repeat the sections above except for RF Power Output to configure the rover radio modem e If both the base station and rover radio modems have been configured verify communication between the radios Power on both radio modems The CD LED illuminates on both radios to indicate carrier detect Base Station Test Setup This section provides steps to correctly and safely set up the base station It is important to select an open area for the test setup An outdoor set
54. e Rev C A XT TECHNOLOGY status Fixed Float Autonomous and HRMS and VRMS accuracy estimates are displayed at all times Table 13 Store Points Interface Icons nl enn Store Points Tap this icon or press the Enter key on the Explorer 600 to store points If the height and description prompt are not turned on enter antenna height description or point ID changes prior to taking the shot Average Set the number of readings to average After the readings are taken a window displays the range and standard deviation of the readings With GPS since shots tend to cluster around the true point location it may add to the precision to Average 10 or more GPS readings when taking measurements Offset Set offset reading options including options for keyed in offsets as well as offsets taken by laser devices Configure Configure options that apply to field observations including enabling the after shot antenna height and description prompt Refer to the Configure section above for more information Monitor Skyplot Monitor the status of the GPS solution quality of the position dilution of precision and satellite status Refer to the Monitor Skyplot section above for more information 5 124 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Store Points JOB SJCBPO311078 R gt U el EE ill o ae Road 1 Store Points 6 Auto by Interval al 2 Stake Points A 7Log Raw
55. e Carlson SurvCE manual contains v X Port utility software XPortSetup exe v Geoid models CarlsonGeoidGrids exe Current versions of these exe files and the Carlson X Port manual are available at www carlsonsw com Install X Port Copy XPortSetup exe to a folder on the PC and run the program When a serial number is requested use the number provided on the plastic pocket at the rear of the Carlson SurvCE manual Install Geoid Models Copy CarlsonGeoidGrids exe to a folder on the PC and run the program The installed geoid models include Geoid 1999 Geoid 2003 and EGM Earth Gravity Model for the world Unless otherwise specified these files are installed in the same folder as X Port 6 135 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAV com Introduction Carlson SurvCE software which runs on the Explorer 600 data collector creates a number of files to support a project in the field Two primary files are created for each project v A coordinate file appended with crd v A raw data file appended with rw5 The coordinates measured or computed are stored in the job crd file The raw data associated with these coordinates is saved in the rw5 file which allows for re processing in the event changes are made that affect the coordinate values In the office use X Port to communicate with the Explorer 600 transfer files process coordinates and convert coordinates and raw data formats The top half of X Port is
56. e LAND PAK Configurations The LAND PAK currently has two configurations v The LAND PAK LM v The LAND PAK 869 Refer to the supplied Satelline 3ASd user guide for detailed information on the radio modems described below The LAND PAK LM The LAND PAK LM configuration includes the SATELLINE 3ASd Epic high power 10 Watt 2 31 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOCY transmitter for the base station assembly and the SATELLINE 3ASd for the rover assembly They are set to communicate at 38400 baud The operating RF frequency range of the LAND PAK LM configuration is 450 MHz to 470 MHz When ordering the LAND PAK LM configuration the user must specify the desired operating frequency of the radio modems The specified frequency is set at the factory It is the responsibility of the user to ensure that the requested frequency complies with local regulatory authorities The factory set central RF frequency is listed with the serial number on the radio modem The RF frequency can be set within 1MHz of the central frequency at 25KHz increments If retuning beyond 1 MHz is necessary the user must ship the radio to the manufacturer s factory for hardware modification Any shipping and customs charges are the responsibility of the customer The LAND PAK 869 The LAND PAK 869 configuration includes two SATELLINE 3ASd 869 radio modems for the base station assembly and for the rover assembly They are set to communicat
57. e at 38400 baud The 3ASd 869 radio modem is capable of transmitting up to 500 mW The operating RF frequency range of the LAND PAK 869 configuration is 869 400 MHz to 869 650 MHz The 3ASd 869 radio modem is currently type approved in Austria Belgium Croatia Czechoslovakia Denmark Estonia Finland France Germany Greece Hungary Iceland Ireland Italy 2 32 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Latvia Malta Norway The Netherlands Poland Portugal Romania Slovakia Spain Sweden Switzerland Turkey and The United Kingdom AN Please check with local regulatory authorities to ensure compliance 2 33 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM This page is left blank intentionally 2 34 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter 2 Inventory Check This chapter provides the complete system inventory for the LAND PAK LM configuration Refer to Appendix A for the complete system inventory for the LAND PAK 869 configuration The Inventory Check is divided into three sections Base Station Inventory Rover Inventory and Office Supplies Inventory The system is shipped in five boxes which contain the transit cases and bags listed below The transit cases are labeled on the top The bags are labeled under the NAVCOM logo Base Station Transit Case Base Bag Rover Transit Case Rover Bag Office Supplies Transit Case gt NNN Carefully remove equipment
58. e desired static data collection period has elapsed 1 Reconnect to the GPS receiver if not currently connected 2 Onthe SurvCE main menu select Survey gt Log Raw GPS see Figure 124 The NavCom Setup window opens see Figure 125 3 Tap the Close File button to end the static data collection 4 Tap the File Manager button The Files on Receiver window opens see Figure 126 Files on Receiver DSBCO271 DAT 09 26 2005 19 22 POINT4 08 18 2006 18 40 H Download File 2 files Format Card Free Memory 56723456 byte Figure 126 Files on Receiver Window 5 Tap the file and tap the Download File button The file is transferred from the SF 2040 to the Explorer 600 At a recording rate epoch of 1 second the receiver will collect about 1 5 MB of data per hour The download to the Explorer 600 is about 1 MB per minute D 173 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM This page is left blank intentionally D 174
59. e to the next section to configure the RF power output RF Power Output Perform this setting only on the base station radio modem If the rover radio modem is being configured go to the next section below Signal Threshold 1 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the main menu to Radio settings see Figure 23 4 66 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Figure 23 Main Menu Radio Settings 2 Press the Select soft key to select Radio settings A submenu is displayed with the cursor at the option TX level see Figure 24 Figure 24 TX level option 3 Press the Change soft key to change the TX level A submenu is displayed with RF power output settings Figure 25 shows the RF power output settings for the 3ASd Epic radio modem the LAND PAK LM configuration Figure 25 RF Power Output Settings 4 Press the up or down arrow soft key to move the cursor to a desired RF power output e 3ASd Epic radio modem the LAND PAK LM configuration The RF power output options are 1 2 5 or 10 watts The 10 watt setting provides the maximum range and causes the 4 67 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM maximum discharge on the battery Select a lower setting for surveys over small areas e 3950 869 radio modem the LAND PAK 869 configuration The RF power output options are from 10 mW to 500 mW Press the Set soft key to set the RF power output The display re
60. eceiver If working in feet the height can be checked by measuring in meters Tap the Antenna Height field Enter the height in meters for instance 2 000m Tap outside the field The meters are converted to feet Elevation Mask Enter the cutoff vertical angle above the horizon For any satellites below this angle no data will be transmitted to the rover for use in calculating positions The recommended setting for the base receiver is 5 degrees however the height of on site obstructions will 5 101 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COSM TECHNOLOGY dictate this setting Collecting poor data i e through trees at the base will unknowingly degrade the performance of the rover e Position Rate The position update rate to transmit the position to the rover Keep the 7 Hz default It displays one reading per second The 5 Hz setting is 5 times per second USER Antenna Suggestion Create a USER antenna type so that the slant height measurement can be taken at the bottom of the battery casing which is coincidental with the Antenna Reference point ARP as shown on the NGS Antenna Models web site Tap the List button on the Receiver tab see Figure 65 The Define Antenna window opens Tap New and the next available USER antenna is displayed Enter in the Description and parameters for the Radius from center the height above the NGS calibrated Antenna Reference Point ARP called the SHMP and the L1 and L2
61. ed and installed in the Explorer 600 Some battery dissipation occurs during shipping Charge the battery pack in the Explorer 600 for approximately four hours before first use 1 Assemble the battery charger kit a Fit the input plug into the AC DC adapter see Figure 12 Figure 12 AC DC Adapter Input Plug b Plug the battery charger jack into the rear power connector on the female connector end of the charging cable see Figure 13 Figure 13 Battery Charger Charging Cable 2 Connect the female connector end of the charging cable to the 9 pin male connector on the bottom of the Explorer 600 see Figure 14 4 55 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 14 Explorer 600 Charger Connection 3 Plug the battery charger into an AC receptacle The CHG LED on the Explorer 600 front panel illuminates green see Figure 15 Figure 15 CHG LED The 9 pin male connector end of the charging cable is not used in this procedure 4 Charge the battery until the green CHG LED blinks approximately four hours 5 Unplug the battery charger and disconnect the charging cable from the Explorer 600 Verify functionality 6 Press the Explorer 600 power button _ _ to boot up the Windows CE desktop The icon for Carlson SurvCE is on the desktop see Figure 52 7 Shut down Windows CE Press and hold the Explorer 600 power bution for at least 10 seconds 4 56 NAVC GOM LAND PAKTM User Gu
62. elect File gt Open CAD File A window opens with the transferred crd file b Select the crd file The coordinates in the file are displayed in the lower half of X Port c Select File gt Print gt Coordinates The Print Coordinates window opens see Figure 107 6 142 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY d Print Coordinates Highest Point Number 804 Range of Points i 04 Northing E asting Decimals E E Elevation Decimals List Point Notes OF Cancel Figure 107 Print Coordinates Window Determine the data that will be output from the crd file Enter the range of points The range will be displayed as a list of coordinates Check List Point Notes to output the time RMS coordinates of staked points etc Click OK The Carlson X Port Edit window opens It displays the specified data Print and or save the data as a text file There is another method to print and or save a crd file as a text file Select Tools gt Export Point Data gt Text ASCII File The text file created is a list of coordinates 6 Perform the following steps to print and or save the RW5 File a Select File gt Open RW5 File A window opens with the transferred rw5 file b Select the rw5 file The file is displayed in the top half of X Port c Select File gt Print gt Raw Data The Carlson X Port Edit window opens with the data in the file The data is a detailed field no
63. ent crd file and a report will be presented in the Carlson editor for saving or printing purposes 6 150 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter 7 Equipment Maintenance Users must be familiar with the use of portable GPS equipment radio modems Bluetooth enabled controllers the limitations thereof and these safety instructions prior to use of the LAND PAK Transport Always carry the LAND PAK equipment in the transit cases The cases must be secured during transport to minimize shock and vibration Maintenance The LAND PAK equipment must be properly cleaned with the appropriate materials The NavCom equipment may be cleaned using a new lint free cloth moistened with pure alcohol Manufacturer s equipment other than that of NavCom Technology Inc must be cleaned in accordance with the instructions issued by the manufacturer Connectors must be inspected and if necessary cleaned before use Always use the provided connector protective caps on the GPS to minimize moisture and dirt ingress Inspect cables regularly for kinks and cuts as these may cause interference and equipment failure Damp GPS equipment must be dried at a temperature less than 40 C 104 F but greater than 5 C 41 F at the earliest opportunity Battery Disposal Dispose of batteries safely in accordance with manufacturer s specifications and local regulations 7 151 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C
64. er File Transfer This exercise provides steps to transfer files from the PC to the Explorer 600 The transferred file may be the crd file created in Exercise 1 above or an ASCll text file 1 Run X Port on the PC 2 Connect the Explorer 600 to the PC with the supplied USB cable in the rover transit case On the Explorer 600 run SurvCE In SurvCE select File gt Data Transfer The Data Transfer window opens see Figure 105 6 138 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY E s Data Transfer Kermit Transfer SDR Transfer TDS Transfer COM Part com1 e Figure 105 SurvCE Data Transfer Window 5 Accept the default COM Port setting COM7 6 Tap the Carlson C amp G Transfer button The Explorer 600 waits for a connection 7 In X Port select Tools gt Data Transfer gt SurvCE G2 FastSurvey SurvStar X Port opens the SurvCom window on the PC and connects to the Explorer 600 SurvCom provides access to folders and files on both the PC and the Explorer 600 If the connection fails select Options from the SurvCom window Change the COM port to ActiveSync Select Connect If ActiveSync opens a box with the message Set up Partnership select No Click the Next button The connection is now active 8 Transfer a file using SurvCom a In the right panel Remote browse to the System CF folder and open the Data folder In the left panel Local PC browse to and
65. er the radio modem when the charger is unplugged The battery will eventually drain completely if not turned off m Battery Installation The radio modem has a 4 pin power connector on the back It connects to the female power connector on the back of the battery 1 Turn off the switch on the top of the battery if it is on 4 52 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Loosen the screw on the bottom of the battery Insert the slots at the top of the battery into the 2 hooks at the top of the battery cradle 4 Lower the bottom of the battery into the bracket at the bottom of the battery cradle 5 Carefully press the bottom of the battery to connect the female and male power connectors The battery snaps into place 6 Tighten the screw on the bottom of the battery Verify battery function Turn on the switch on the top of the battery The red LED illuminates At power on the LCD display shows the setup screen m Battery Removal 1 Turn off the switch at the top of the battery if it is on The red LED turns off Unplug the battery charger if it is connected Loosen the screw on the bottom of the battery Grasp the battery at the bottom Carefully pull the battery up from the bottom until it is free from the bottom bracket of the cradle and the 4 pin power connector on the back of the radio 5 Slowly continue to pull the battery up from the bottom The battery will disengage from the 2
66. et to make the adjustment This ensures that the radio antenna pole will be vertical when mounted Figure 39 Mounting the Antenna and Cable Refer to Figure 39 for the steps below 10 Screw the antenna adapter to the top of the radio antenna pole The following steps use equipment from the base transit case 11 Screw the radio modem antenna to the antenna adapter on the top of the radio antenna pole 12 Connect the straight male TNC connector end of the RG58 U radio antenna cable to the bottom of the antenna adapter 4 78 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 13 Extend the radio antenna pole to the maximum height possible Extending the radio antenna pole increases the radio modem range isolates the sensor signals from the radio modem and avoids radiation hazard To avoid radiation hazard when performing a survey user and bystanders heads must be more than 25cm 10 inches away from the transmitting antenna see Figure 40 Figure 40 Avoiding Radiation Hazard 14 Screw the radio antenna pole onto the round mounting plate of the radio antenna bracket see Figure 38 Make sure that there are no obstructions overhead 15 Attach the bag bracket to the 3ASd EPIC radio bag the LAND PAK LM configuration The bag bracket is in the base transit case below the 3ASd EPIC radio modem 4 79 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM The LAND PAK 869 configuration the bag bracket is alre
67. f the receiver is operating properly If there is problem a message is displayed Quickstart StarFire Only Perform a Quickstart from a previously saved ITRF 2000 position Starfire corrections often take some time to acquire high levels of accuracy If the user plans to return to a previously surveyed area the user can save time by storing a known position to a reference file ref Then the user can initialize the Starfire system with this position upon returning to the site by performing a Quickstart Reset Receiver Perform a soft reset of the GPS receiver This is the same as cycling the front panel power switch Factory Reset Reset the GPS receiver to factory defaults A warning message appears Drastic measure will take 15 minutes to recover Power On Receiver Does not apply to the NavCom SF 2040 receiver Continue to the next section 9 115 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Monitor Skyplot This section provides an awareness of the SurvCE Submenu to monitor the status of the GPS solution quality of the position dilution of precision and satellite status JOB SJCBPO31107B 9 File Sur vey COGO Road 1 Total Station a 6 Localization ay 2 GPS Base 7 Monitor Skyplot 3 GPS Rover E 8 Tolerances 4 GPS Utilities Dei 9 Peripherals 5 Configure Cl 0 About SurvCE Figure 80 Equip Menu Monitor Skyplot 1 Select Equip gt Monitor Skyplot see Figure 80
68. fault Programming mode is used to configure the radio modems R Data Transfer Mode In data transfer mode which appears at power up the LCD display shows the operating settings of the radio modem signal strength and battery status see Figure 17 Supply voltage Signal battery level Strength indicator Current frequency Serial port settings soft key function Figure 17 LCD Display Data Transfer Mode E Programming Mode Programming mode is accessed from the data transfer mode screen Press the Setup soft key The programming mode main menu opens see Figure 18 The cursor gt indicates the active option Figure 18 LCD Display Programming Mode 4 62 NAVC COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Configuration The sections following provide steps to configure these radio menu items v v v v v v v RF Frequency RF Power Output set for base station only Signal Threshold set for rover only Addressing Settings Serial Port Settings Handshaking Additional Configure the base station radio modem Then repeat the configuration steps for the rover radio modem d Power on the radio modem e Base Station Radio Modem e The LAND PAK LM configuration 3ASd Epic radio modem There is no on off switch on the 3ASd Epic radio modem Connect the serial 15 Pin end of the NavCom base cable to the female serial connector on the bottom right of the radio modem Con
69. first use Refer to Chapter 7 Equipment Maintenance for safety instructions regarding battery use storage and disposal SF 2040 GPS Sensor Battery Packs The LAND PAK includes two SF 2040 GPS Sensors each supplied with two lithium ion battery packs The battery charger has four independent charging bays for simultaneous charging Refer to the supplied SF 2040 GPS Product User Guide for details on battery use safety and disposal A Charge the battery packs only with the supplied battery charger P N 92 310046 3001 and supplied charger power supply P N 82 02003 5001 otherwise damage to the battery packs could occur 4 45 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY m Battery Charger LEDs Table 7 Sensor Battery Charger LEDs Power Battery Bays 8 Charging 7 Charging Complete m Battery Charging The SF 2040 battery packs are shipped in a partially charged state Complete one full charge cycle 8 10 hours before battery use Refer to Figure 9 item 1 for battery charger kit photo 1 Connect the power cable to the AC to DC power supply 2 Connect the power supply jack to the battery charger assembly 3 Plug the power cable into an AC receptacle The green power LED illuminates 4 Insert four battery packs into the charger The LED status is shown in Table 7 5 Charge battery packs until the green LED below each bay illuminates A Do not short circuit battery contacts Do not sto
70. following exercises Exercises m Exercise 1 Import Convert Text File to CRD File This exercise provides steps to import a text file containing coordinates into X Port for review and conversion to a crd file The crd file can be transferred to the Explorer 600 for use in the field as a Control File The file could contain coordinates of control points intended for a base station for a transformation to a local coordinate system or for points to be staked in the field 1 Run X Port on the PC The raw data and the coordinate data editors are blank at start up 2 Select Tools gt Import Point Data gt Tex ASCII File The Import Point Data window opens see Figure 104 6 137 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COdmMI TECHNOLOGY Import Point Data Select Text File File Preview Common Formats PNE ZD e P Pt N Narthing E E asting Z Elev D Desc S Skip Coordinate Order PNE ZD UK Cancel Figure 104 Import Point Data Window 3 Click the Select Text File button and browse to and select the desired file The mport Point Data window returns 4 Inthe Common Formats drop down list select a format It appears in the Coordinate Order field 5 Preview the file If acceptable click the OK button The imported points are listed in the lower half of X Port 6 Inthe X Port menu bar select File gt Save CRD as Browse to a location Save and name the file m Exercise 2 PC Explor
71. g Rover Transit Case Rover Bag Office Supplies Transit Case gt NNN Carefully remove equipment from transit cases and bags If any items are missing or damaged immediately contact NavCom Customer Support Telephone 1 310 381 2000 Web http www navcomtech com Contact Contact Support cfm A 153 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Base Station Inventory This section lists all the supplied equipment in the Base Transit Case and the Base Bag Figure 109a Base Transit Case Supplied Equipment Table 14 Base Transit Case Parts List SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 92 310045 3001 Included and Installed Software Options RTK Software P N 97 310041 3006 RTK Extend P N 97 310041 3009 Two Lithium lon Battery Packs 10 8 VDC 4 4 Ah P N 59 020102 3001 each Tribrach w Optical Plummet black P N 60 990007 0001 Adaptor Tribrach Fixed P N 60 990008 0001 5 Base Transit Case Not Shown 2 D iN OT P N 79 100106 3001 Continued on next page NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Figure 109b Base Transit Case Supplied Equipment Base Transit Case Parts List continued 3ASd 869 Radio Modem 6 T P N 60 990011 0001 3ASd Battery with switch P N 59 020201 0001 Bag for 3ASd Radio Modem P N 79 700005 0001 Antenna 869 10 P N 82 001015 0002 Radio Antenna Cable 12 ft 3 7m 11 P N 94 310058 3012 NavCom Cable DB 9 12 P N 73 10
72. guration n xrnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnevnnnn 167 D Static Data Collection nnxxnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnennnn 171 Collect Static Data 171 Download Static Data bie 173 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM CHNOLOCY List of Figures Figure 1 SF 2040 Viewed From Bottom 22 Figure 2 Radio Modem LED Indicators 23 Figure 3 Carlson Explorer 600 User Interface 26 Figure 4 The LAND PAK Interfacing sse eee 31 Figure 5a Base Transit Case Supplied Equipment 36 Figure 5b Base Transit Case Supplied Equipment 37 Figure 6 Base Bag Supplied Equipment 38 Figure 7a Rover Transit Case Supplied Equipment 39 Figure 7b Rover Transit Case Supplied Equipment 40 Figure 8 Rover Bag Supplied Equipment 41 Figure 9 Office Supplies Transit Case 42 Figure 10 Battery Locking Ce 47 Figure 11 NavCom BaseCable eee 50 Figure 12 AC DC Adapter Input Plug e sees 55 Figure 13 Battery Charger Charging Cable 55 Figure 14 Explorer 600 Charger Connection 56 Foue To CHG LED eee 56 Figure 16 Radio Modem Soft key 61 Figure 17 LCD Display Data Transfer Mode 62 Figure 18 LCD Display Programming Mode 62 Figure 19 Data Transfer Mode sse eee 64 Figure 20 Active Channel 65 Figure 21 Next Dn 65 Figure 22 Set Frequency see eee eee 66 Figure 23 Main Menu Radio Settings sss 67 Figure 24 TX level opto
73. he downloaded SurvCE exe file Double click the exe file o The SurvCE setup wizard opens Follow the on screen instructions When asked to check the mobile device for additional steps a box with a stopped progress bar will be open on the Explorer 600 Tap the OK button in the top right corner of the box o Installation continues When the box disappears the installation is complete On the PC close the wizard and ActiveSync 2 28 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY TruBlu Module The TruBlu module is a wireless transceiver that provides wireless connectivity with the Bluetooth enabled Explorer 600 data collector within a range of 100 feet 80 meters E Features v Water resistant sealed unit v Internal flashing blue LED clearly indicates operation v FCC amp CE certified when used with NavCom GPS Receivers v Contains Bluetooth certified components WR No wires TruBlu delivers the convenience of wireless control and logging of up to 10Hz position records in the Explorer 600 Use a serial cable to download the internal memory and for real time position data transfers greater than 10Hz m No batteries required TruBlu is powered directly by its host NavCom GPS unit so it requires no additional batteries for usage Its power needs are minimal for example when the SF 2040 is powered by NavCom batteries power life will be reduced by less than 10 from TruBlu use
74. hnology Inc StarFire is a registered trademark of Deere amp Company All other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY FCC Notice The NavCom manufactured products comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The NavCom manufactured products have been tested in accordance with FCG regulations for electromagnetic interference This does not guarantee non interference with other equipment Additionally the products may be adversely affected by nearby sources of electromagnetic radiation The Global Positioning System is under the control of the United States Air Force Operation of the GPS satellites may be changed at any time and without warning The FCC compliance of other components within this system can be found inside the respective user guides or by contacting the manufacturer directly User Notice NavCom Technology Inc shall not be responsible for any inaccuracies errors or omissions in information contained herein including but not limited to information obtained from third party sources such as publications of other companies the press or competitive data organizations This publica
75. hooks at the top of the cradle 6 After the battery is removed re tighten the screw on the bottom of the battery to avoid its accidental loss 4 53 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE TECHNOLOGY Carlson Explorer 600 Battery Pack This section provides steps to v Charge the battery pack for the Carlson Explorer 600 data collector v Boot up Windows CE to verify functionality and to verify Carlson SurvCE software is installed A 7 2V 2500mAh NiMH battery pack powers the Carlson Explorer 600 It can provide approximately 8 to 12 hours of operating time on a full charge depending on power management and use There is no charging indicator on the Explorer 600 battery charger The CHG LED on the Explorer 600 front panel indicates battery charging status A Charge the battery pack only with the supplied battery charger kit P N 59 810001 3001 otherwise damage to the battery pack could occur For optimum battery performance refer to the supplied Carlson Explorer 600 user manual Power Recommendations section A vehicle charger P N 59 800004 0007 for the Explorer 600 is supplied for use in the field If the battery pack is lost six AA batteries can provide power to the Explorer 600 for approximately 2 to 3 hours lf TruBlu wireless is being used battery life is less 4 54 NAVEOmM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY m Battery Charging The battery pack is shipped fully charg
76. ide Rev C TECHNOLOGY m Battery Pack Installation and Removal The battery compartment door is on the back of the Explorer 600 e Install the battery pack with the orange label face up The label identifies the top and bottom of the battery pack e Pull the cloth strip at the bottom of the battery pack to remove the battery pack 4 57 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM This page is left blank intentionally 4 58 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Chapter A Function Test Setup This chapter provides a test setup of the LAND PAK before field operation to ensure system functionality The function test setup involves v Radio modem configuration v Hardware setup System inventory and battery charging must be completed before this test setup Refer to Chapter 2 Inventory Check and Chapter 3 Battery Charging The function test setup does not involve satellite communication Refer to Chapter 5 SurvCE Software Operation for a quick start guide to initialize the system and start collecting computed positions in three dimensions NavCom male and female LEMO connectors feature a red dot for easy connection alignment 4 59 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COSM TECHNOLOGY Radio Modem Configuration This section provides steps to initially configure the LAND PAK radio modems Configuration is almost identical for both the base station and rover radio modems differing only
77. ile will be available for recall on subsequent surveys Refer to Appendix B Additional Base Position Options for additional options to select when assigning a base position Verify GPS Base Setup 19 Verify the base setup From the main menu select EQUIP gt GPS Utilities On the submenu that opens tap the Check RTK button If there is a problem an error message is displayed Refer to the supplied Carlson Explorer 600 user manual for further information The GPS Base Setup for RTK Surveys is complete 20 Continue to the next section Static Data Collection Appendix D Static Data Collection provides instructions for static data collection which involves two basic steps v Collect static observations for post processing to compute a static network tie For example this might involve computing a position from CORS using the NGS OPUS process v Download a static data file after the desired elapsed collection period 1 Collect static data Perform the steps in the Collect Static Data section of Appendix D Do not download a static data file The base GPS receiver will collect and store data while the user continues with this initial setup of the LAND PAK 5 107 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM 2 After completing the steps in the Collect Static Data section of Appendix D continue to the next section GPS Rover Setup GPS Rover Setup 1 Do not exit SurvCE 2 Disconnect the Explorer 600 from the
78. ion System SBAS signals and an L Band demodulator for reception of NavCom s StarFire Network correction service for autonomous decimeter level position accuracy anywhere in the world anytime The sensor can output proprietary raw data as fast as 50Hz optional and Position Velocity Time PVT data as fast as 25Hz optional through two 115kbps serial ports with less than 20ms latency The SF 2040 has a built in L Band demodulator for reception of NavCom s StarFire Network correction service The sensor simultaneously accepts additional DGPS corrections WAAS EGNOS assuring seamless position output 2 21 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM CHNOLOGYV E Integrated GPS and L Band Antenna The all in one housing incorporates our compact GPS antenna with excellent tracking performance and a stable phase center for GPS L1 and L2 The robust assembly features a standard 5 8 BSW thread for mounting directly to a surveyor s pole tripod or mast R Communications The SF 2040 provides two 7 pin female LEMO connector communication ports labeled COM1 and COM2 located at the bottom front of the sensor as shown in Figure 1 Each conforms to the EIA RS232 standard with data rates from 1 2 to 115 2kbps COM1 is the control port and COM2 is the data port see Figure 4 for a schematic of the LAND PAK interfacing COM 1 COM 2 Left Right 16 7 raill e e we lt 4 j R A Ae 5 8 Threaded Survey
79. k the et button and browse to and select a geoid file C Program Files Carlson X Port is the default installation location of the geoid files 10 Select the Geoid Type usually Geoid 2003 11 Enter the Latitude and Longitude near the center of the area to be surveyed 12 Enter the Grid size The minimum Grid size is a 50 miles square A Grid size greater than 150 miles slows processing 13 Enter a Grid Name 14 Click the OK button The file is created with the extension gsf and uploaded to the Data folder on the Explorer 600 m Exercise 4 Print and or Save CRD and RW5 Files 6 141 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM CHNOLOCY This exercise provides steps to v v Transfer a crd and a rw5 file from the Explorer 600 to the PC Use X Port to print and or save each file to a text file Set up the Explorer 600 and PC for file transfer Refer to Exercise 2 Steps 1 to 7 for details Using SurvCom transfer a crd file and a rw5 file from the Explorer 600 to the PC a Inthe left panel Local PC open the C Program Files Carlson X Port Data folder if it is not already open b Inthe right panel Remote browse to and select the crd file and rw5 file to transfer from the Explorer 600 to the PC c Click the Transfer button d Verify the files appear in the Data folder Exit SurvCom Run X Port Perform the following steps to print and or save the CRD File a S
80. le and a control file may contain the same point ID Point by Direction Check this option to stake a point defined by a direction and distance and slope if applicable from the current point coordinate This enables points to be staked without calculating point numbers or point IDs for the target point Enter the bearing azimuth horizontal distance and also slope if applicable If the distance entry is not known but must be computed access the calculator Tap in the H Distance field Press the 2 button on the Explorer 600 keypad Press the 0 key The calculator opens 5 131 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Points File Equip Survey COGO Road 1Job LS 6 Data Transfer E 2 Job Settings gt 7 Import Export ee 4 Raw Data Gl 9 Write Note F 5 Feature Code List il 0 Exit Kl Figure 100 File Menu Points Select File gt Points to view all of the points in the current open job The Pts window opens see Figure 101 Any point can be edited or deleted Points can be added 7802390 TA 15882626 43 328 085 79024 11 17 18882822 99 328 106 7002456 71 18662615 55 326 114 J 7002630 11 188827 87 12 328 109 10 o02699 09 18882782 24 328 100 11 7802694 92 1666277651 328 004 12 7902 726 245 1888277134 328 105 d oL20bl ae 18882 49 25 328 110 MW 7002866 57 15 o02000 32 18002 48 10 326 110 16 foOU2884 09 18882745 502 326 106 ES iiil gt Edit Add Find
81. lies which shows new charger Added the option of a 220V Battery Charger for the Satel 3ASd Radio Modem Battery LM amp 869 Added MSAS amp GAGAN to Related Standards Rev C Feb 2008 XIV NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Use of this Document This User Guide is intended to be used by someone familiar with the concepts of GPS and satellite surveying equipment Note indicates additional information to make beiter use of the product This symbol means Reader Be Careful Indicates a caution care and or safety situation The user might do something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data A This symbol means Danger The user is in a situation that could cause bodily injury Before working on any equipment be aware of the hazards involved with electrical and RF circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents Revisions to this User Guide can be obtained ina digital format from htto www navcomtech com Support Related Documents StarUtil User Guide P N 96 310008 3001 Describes the operation and use of NavCom s Windows based control program included on CD XV LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY Technical Reference Manual P N 96 3120001 3001 Describes the control and output data message formats utilized by this instrument for customer programming purposes included on CD RINEXUtil User Guide P N 96 310021
82. life of the touch screen 2 25 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM m User Interface Figure 3 Carlson Explorer 600 User Interface The Carlson Explorer 600 has a 53 key keypad It provides the functionality of a full sized keyboard through the use of multi functional modifier keys Four LEDs located to the left and right of the power button indicate the active state of the modifier keys v 2nd Key Press to access the characters and functions in the blue bottom half of the keys v Alt Key Press to access the orange letter hot keys below the Alpha Letters A thru Z For detailed information about the hot keys refer to the supplied Carlson SurvCE manual The functions of the Fn key and the 1 LED are not applicable to the LAND PAK 2 26 NAVC COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY v v Operation Power Off Press and hold the power button for approximately 10 seconds This action terminates active applications and ceases serial port operations Suspend Mode Press and immediately release the power button The display turns off but active applications are not shut down except serial port operations To exit suspend mode press and release the power button The display turns on suspended applications resume running but serial port operations must be restarted Use suspend mode to conserve battery power Warm Re Boot In Windows CE select Start gt Programs gt Tools
83. mous navigation solutions to be averaged at the base receiver A navigation solution is basically a resection from the satellites If the 5 105 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM base has not been operating for several minutes with the GPS LED illuminated green it is recommended to continue collecting data for one minute or more This will result in a seed position for the base usually better than 10 feet If the WAAS correction is being received the position will usually be better than 3 feet If a Starfire correction is being received the position will approach 0 3 feet after 30 45 minutes When working in a local coordinate system not SPC it is not necessary to know the precise geodetic position 16 Tap to accept the settings An average of the number of positions is taken The Base Configuration window opens to display the position see Figure 71 j Base Configuration Latitude N 33 53 12 00340 Longitude Vw 118934 55 56510 Ellipsoid Hgt 129 210 Continue with Base Setup Figure 71 Base Configuration Window 17 Tap the Yes button to continue with the base setup Tap the No button to return to the previous screen to change the number of autonomous navigation solutions to be averaged at the base receiver 5 106 NAVC COM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 18 Save the job If desired select the option to also save the position in a reference file ref The reference f
84. n esnnxxernnnnnnornnnnnnvnnnnnnnr 19 Unique Features eee eee 19 Typical Applications see eee eee 21 System Description rnrnrnnrrnnnnnnnnnvnnnrrnnnnnnnnsvennnnnnnn 21 NavCom SF 2040 GPS Gensors sse 21 Base Station and Rover Radio Modems sss 23 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COdMI TECHNOLOGY Explorer 600 Data Collector eee 25 SULVGE SOMW E 27 TruBlu Oe le ET 29 OMICS SOMW ANG EE 30 The LAND PAK Intertacng sees eee eee 31 The LAND PAK Configurations sees eee eee eee 31 The LAND PAK LM 31 The LAND PAK On 32 Chapter 2 Inventory Check cssseeseeeeeees 35 Base Station Inventory esse eee eee eee 36 Rover Inventory ess eee eee eee ee 39 Office Supplies Inventory esse ee eee ee eee 42 Chapter 3 Battery Charging c csssecceeee 45 SF 2040 GPS Sensor Battery Hack 45 3ASd Epic Radio Modem Bag Daten 49 3ASd and 3ASd 869 Radio Modem Battery 51 Carlson Explorer 600 Battery Pack 54 Chapter 4 Function Test Setup cc0 59 Radio Modem Configuration cccccceeeeesseeeeeeeeees 60 OU Oy ee 61 Operating Mode 62 Configuration sese eee 63 RF Frequency Configuration eee ee ee eee eee 64 RF POWER OUTDO EE 66 SIGNAL THreSAGIG E 68 Addressing Settings EE 69 Serial Port eilas 69 PaO SNAR NET 71 PAGOIN CC ME 71 Base Station Test Setup eee eee 74 Rover Test Getup 83 Chapter 5 SurvCE Software Operation 89 NNN 89 ERE EE EE 89 Wl le CM
85. n sese 67 Figure 25 RF Power Output Gettngs sss sx eee 67 Figure 26 Main Menu Radio Settings 68 Figure 27 Sig Threshold option sese eee eee 68 Figure 28 Main Menu Port 1 Setting 0 69 Figure 29 Baud Rate Sering eee eee 70 Figure 30 Baud Rate Setting Change 70 Figure 31 Main Menu Additional Setting 72 Figure 32 Error Correction and Error Checking 72 Figure 33 SL Commands and Priority 73 Figure 34 Save Changes eee eee 73 NAVEO NM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Figure 35 Base Station Tripod Leg Adjustments 75 Figure 36 Base Station Tripod eee 75 Figure 37 Mounting Tribrach amp Tribrach Adapter 76 Figure 38 Mounting the Radio Antenna Bracket 77 Figure 39 Mounting the Antenna and Cable 78 Figure 40 Avoiding Radiation Hazard sees 79 Figure 41 Mounting the Radio and Bag Battery 80 Figure 42 Figure 43 Figure 44 Figure 45 Figure 46 Figure 47 Figure 48 Figure 49 Figure 50 Figure 51 Figure 52 Figure 53 Figure 54 Figure 55 Figure 56 Figure 57 Figure 58 Figure 59 Figure 60 Figure 61 Figure 62 Figure 63 Figure 64 Figure 65 Figure 66 Figure 67 Figure 68 Figure 69 Figure 70 Figure 71 Figure 72 Figure 73 Mounting Cable to the Radio Modem Mounting Base GE 2040 81 NavCom Base Cable Connections Mounting the Rover Pole to the Bi
86. ne ne Stop Bits P Data Bits Figure 74 GPS Rover Submenu Comms Tab 5 109 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Refer to Figure 75 for the steps below 7 Tap the Receiver tab j GPS Rover Current Comms DERA RTK Antenna Type NAVSF2040G GiS List Antenna Height jo ft vert e Slant Use Internal Antenna Elevation Mask 15 Position Rate 1 Hz Figure 75 GPS Rover Submenu Receiver Tab 8 Set the options 5 110 Antenna Type NAVCOMSF2040G If preferred create a USER antenna type so that the slant height measurement can be taken at the bottom outside edge of the battery casing on the SF 2040 which is coincidental with the Antenna Reference point ARP per the NGS Antenna Model Refer to the GPS Base Setup section above for instructions on how to create a USER antenna Antenna Height Enter the height in the current job units and select Slant Take the slant height measurement at the center of the black ring around the top of the receiver If working in feet the height can be verified Tap the Antenna Height field Enter the height in meters for NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY instance 2 000m Tap outside the field The meters are converted to feet The correction for a 5 foot slant to vertical measurement to the bottom outside edge of the battery case on the SF 2040 is 0 01 feet Elevation Mask Enter the c
87. nect the LEMO 2 Pin end to the bag battery see Figure 11 e The LAND PAK 869 configuration 3ASd 869 radio modem Turn on the switch at the top of the battery The red LED illuminates e Rover Radio Modem e The rover radio modems in the LAND PAK LM and 869 configurations use the same type of battery Turn on the switch at the 4 63 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM top of the battery The red LED illuminates During this initial configuration the signal strength setting in data transfer mode is blank see Figure 19 Figure 19 Data Transfer Mode 2 Access programming mode Press the Setup soft key see Figure 19 The display temporarily shows the radio modem model and the firmware version Then the main menu automatically appears see Figure 18 At any time during configuration press the Cancel Back soft key to cancel changes if necessary to return to a previous screen or to exit the main menu RF Frequency Configuration A Set the radio modems only to a licensed frequency It must comply with local regulations A label on both radios lists the initial center frequency The label is on the front of the base station radio It is on the rear of the rover radio above the battery The frequency can be set within 1MHz of the center frequency at 25KHz increments 4 64 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 1 Press the Select soft key to select RF frequency from the main
88. ns Stake Distance US Survey Feet Decimal Feet Angle Degrees Minutes Seconds zero Azimuth Setting North Projection Edit Projection List USA NADBS AL East of Figure 57 Job Settings Submenu System Tab 4 Select the appropriate settings e Distance Set the units to be used on a job US Feet International Feet or Metric If US Feet or International Feet are selected set the units as Decimal Feet or Feet and Inches Inches 5 94 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Distance is a display property only It does not change the format of the data recorded to the raw file Angle Set degrees 360 degree circle 60 seconds to a minute 60 minutes to a degree or gons grads a 400 unit circle fully decimal In other words an angle of 397 9809 gons is equivalent to 358 degrees 10 minutes and 58 seconds The Angle setting affects commands where a direction is displayed or entered such as Inverse Traverse Sideshot Input Edit Centerline Zero Azimuth Setting Select the direction for zero azimuth North or South Projection Select a coordinate projection for the area of the survey from the drop down list If the needed projection is not in the drop down list tap the Edit Projection List button The Coordinate Projection window opens see Figure 58 s Coordinate Projection Selection List USA NADGS AL Sr kS iii gt Delete Add Predefined
89. on X Port manual details conventional traversing R GPS Convert the GPS records in a rw5 file from latitude longitude and ellipsoid heights to state plane or local coordinates Elements of the GPS record include 1 Point ID PntID Latitude in dd mmss Longitude in dd mmss Negative for West WGS84 Ellipsoid Elevation Elevation Description Desc 0O AA O N 6 146 NAVE COSM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Select Process Compute Points gt GPS The Process Options window opens see Figure 108 Process Options Projection Type C State Plane 27 e State Plane 83 Zone AL East Transformation Rigid Body No Scale e Plane Similarity One Point Alignment Azimuth C Geodetic e State Plane Grid Geoid To Apply e None C Geoid 99 C Geoid 03 C EDM 96 Units C Metric e US Feet C Int l Feet Scale Factor 1 000000000 OK Cancel Figure 108 Process Options Window Refer to Figure 108 for the settings below Projection Type Define the datum and coordinate system used to convert the Latitude Longitude and Ellipsoid Heights collected from the GPS receiver into Cartesian coordinates For the United States two separate horizontal control systems have been developed by the Federal Government State Plane based on NAD 1927 and State Plane based on NAD 1983 In the US and for International use the UTM Universal Transverse and Mercator System can be selected Zone F
90. ooking for Bluetooth devices A window opens with a list of all Bluetooth compatible devices in the vicinity TruBlu modules are listed with a four digit serial number 16 Tap the appropriate TruBlu module to select it C 169 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE CSMI TECHNOLOGY 17 Tap RA to accept the selection The TruBlu module is listed in the Bluetooth Devices window 18 Tap the Bluetooth icon E at the top right of the window A box opens with the message Bonding with Bluetooth The Comms tab opens when the TruBlu module is bonded The selected TruBlu module is listed in the nstrument field 19 Tap J to accept the settings The Bluetooth module is bonded and a connection IS established The SurvCE main menu returns On the GPS Rover option the check mark next to the rover icon verifies the connection see Figure 123 3 GPS Rover E Figure 123 Verification of TruBlu Connection C 170 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY D mener Static Data Collection This appendix provides steps to v Collect static observations for post processing to compute a static network tie For example this might involve computing a position from CORS using the NGS OPUS process v Download a static data file after the desired elapsed collection period Collect Static Data JOB SJCBPO31107B AJ File Equip EERE coco Road 1 Store Points D 6 Auto by Interval 2 Stake Points Pull 7
91. or State Plane projections the correct state zone for the job location must be selected For UTM the automatic zone option will automatically use the correct UTM zone for the job location or a specific UTM zone can be manually set The manual option may be applied 6 147 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY to surveying on the border between zones to force the program to use a particular zone e Transformation This two dimensional transformation option can either be by Plane Similarity or Rigid Body methods Both methods use a best fit least squares transformation The difference is that the rigid body method does a transformation with a translation and rotation and without a scale The plane similarity does a rotation translation and scale This option only applies when two or more points are used in Localization transformation e One Point Alignment Azimuth This option applies to the rotation when using one point in Align Local Coordinates Select which north to use For this alignment method the state plane coordinate is translated to the local coordinate Then the rotation can use either the state plane grid or the geodetic as north No scale is applied in this transformation The state plane and geodetic true north diverge east and west of the state plane zone central meridian e Geoid To Apply This option will account for the geoid undulation in determining the orthometric heights elevation of the mea
92. p the Use Local Coordinates button to access the Local Point window see Figure 119 Enter the local coordinate values or select the coordinates from a file on the Explorer 600 B 165 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Local Point Please enter local coordinate values You may use a point ID from the current or control job Point From File Local Northing 12453 12 ft Local Easting 262 19 ft Local Elevation 14623 14 ft Figure 119 Local Point Window Tap to accept the settings The Localization File window opens Select a localization file to facilitate the computation of a WGS84 GPS coordinate from the local coordinate The Localization file is a transformation solution previously determined for a project R Read From File Tap the Read From File button see Figure 117 to select a previously stored position in a ref file The Base Station File window opens see Figure 120 A ref file usually is selected to continue working on a project Base Station File Type REF Files r S CH CSurvCEDemolData Backup RECD FROM OFFICE Figure 120 Base Station File Window B 166 NAVC COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY er TruBlu Configuration This appendix provides steps to install and configure the supplied TruBlu module TruBlu provides wireless control and logging of up to 10Hz position records in the Explorer 600 controller COM1
93. pod 84 Rover Pole and Bpod sss sese 84 Mounting the Carlson Explorer 600 85 Mounting Radio Modem sss sese 86 NavCom Rover Cable Connections 87 Rover Pole Knob and Locking Pin 88 Coiled Serial Cable o0nnnnannnnannnnannnaannn 91 Desktop with SurvCE Icon c000 91 SurvCE Job Selection Box 92 Coordinate Files Wmdow sse eee 92 File Menu Job Settings e eee eee 93 Job Settings Submenu New Job Tab 94 Job Settings Submenu System Tab 94 Coordinate Projection Window Job Settings Submenu Format Tab 96 Job Seitings Submenu Options Tab 97 Job Settings Submenu Stake Tab Equip Menu GPS Base ee ee 99 GPS Base Submenu Current Tab GPS Base Submenu Comms Tab 100 GPS Base Submenu Receiver Tab 101 USER Antenna Type sse eee 102 GPS Base Submenu RTK Tab 103 Configure Satel Radio Window 104 From New Position Options sss eee 105 Average GPS Window sss see eee 105 Base Configuration Window 106 Equip Menu GPS Rover 108 GPS Rover Submenu Current Tab 109 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C Figure 74 Figure 75 Figure 76 Figure 77 Figure 78 Figure 79 Figure 80 Figure 81 Figure 82 Figure 83 Figure 84 Figure 85 Figure 86 Figure 87 Figure 88 Figure 89 Figure 90 Figure 91 Figure 92 Figure 93 Figure 94 Figure 95 Figure 96 Figure 97 Figure 98 Figure 99
94. r Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 111b Rover Transit Case Supplied Equipment Rover Transit Case Parts List continued Extra Orange Styli Set of 3 for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 60 990010 0001 Screen Protectors for Carlson Explorer 600 Set of 5 P N 60 220001 0001 Vehicle Charger for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 59 800004 0001 3ASd 869 Radio Modem 3ASd Battery Cradle 3ASd Battery with switch Bag for 3ASd Radio Modem Antenna 869 14 P N 82 001015 0002 NavCom Cable DB 9 15 P N 73 100002 0002 A 158 NAVEOmM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Q Figure 112 Rover Bag Supplied Equipment Table 17 Rover Bag Parts List Rover Bag Not Shown P N 79 700002 0002 Pole Carbon Fiber and Aluminum 8 5 ft 2 61m P N 60 430001 0002 Bipod Carbon Fiber Open Clamp P N 60 430001 0001 Cradle for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 60 570002 0001 A 159 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Office Supplies Inventory This section lists all the supplied equipment in the Office Supplies Transit Case Figure 113 Office Supplies Transit Case Table 18 Office Supplies Transit Case Parts List Battery Charger Kit for SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 92 310092 3001 Kit Includes 4 Bay Battery Charger w Cable P N 92 310046 3001 Charger Power Supply P N 82 02003 5001 Battery Charger Kit for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 59 810001 3001 Option x
95. r does it extend to products repaired or altered outside the NavCom Technology Inc production facility unless authorized in writing by NavCom Technology Inc This provision is expressly accepted by the buyer in lieu of any or all other agreements statements or representations expressed or implied in fact or in law including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and of all duties or liabilities of NavCom Technology Inc To the buyer arising out of the use of the goods and no agreement or understanding varying or XI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE TECHNOLOGY extending the same will be binding upon NavCom Technology Inc unless in writing signed by a duly authorized officer of NavCom Technology Inc This limited warranty period is one 1 year from date of purchase StarFire Licensing The StarFire signal requires a subscription that must be purchased in order to access the service Licenses are non transferable and are subject to the terms of the StarFire Signal License agreement For further details on the StarFire Signal Network its capabilities terms and conditions visit www navcomtech com or send an email inquiry to sales navcomtech com USG FAR Technical Data Declaration Jan 1997 The Contractor NavCom Technology Inc hereby declares that to the best of its knowledge and belief the technical data delivered herewith under Government contract
96. re battery packs above 60 deg C 140 deg F Do not disassemble battery packs Do not expose to fire explosive hazard 4 46 NAVEOmM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY A If the battery packs are left charging for longer than 5 days the charging indicator LEDs will shut off If this occurs place the battery packs in the SF 2040 GPS Sensor and power on for 10 15 minutes in order to slightly discharge the batteries Ld Remove the battery packs from both SF 2040 GPS Sensors if the sensors will not be used for over 1 week m Battery Installation The SF 2040 GPS Sensor battery packs are keyed to prevent improper installation There are two locking clips on either side of the battery end see Figure 10 Locking Clips 4 Figure 10 Battery Locking Clips The bottom of the sensor has two battery chambers Install each battery pack by sliding it into a chamber Align the channel on the chamber to match the battery notch Press the end firmly until the locking clips click Verify both locking clips are locked in place AN If both locking clips are not locked in place a battery pack could inadvertently drop to the ground 4 47 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COSM TECHNOLOGY m Battery Removal Using the thumb and the middle finger depress the two locking clips firmly The battery pack should pop out enough to be pulled free of the chamber m Battery Testing Refer to the supplied SF 2040 GPS
97. rrent Job Bearing Add To List Pick From List r Slope Northing 1988356 1680 EF Easting 6016153 5522 EE Elevation 79 2908 Description Figure 99 Stake Points Window Refer to Figure 99 for the settings below Methods to select a point to stake v Enter the point number in the Point ID field Press the Enter button on the Explorer 600 keyboard to view the elevation northing and easting A range of points can be staked out For example 3 10 2 15 20 entered into the Point ID field would stake out the points from 3 10 sequentially then point 2 then 15 through 20 sequentially v Open the job file or control file Tap the button to select one or more points from the Point Details window v Tap the button to open the graphical view Tap on a point to stake The remaining options on the Stake Points window are described below e Add To List and Pick From List buttons Create a list of points to be staked Tap the Aad to List 5 130 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY button to add the current point in the Stake Points window to the list Tap the Pick from List button to view the Stakeout Point List window and stake any of the points on the list Source After selecting a point or points in the Stake Points window SurvCE displays the source of the point s either as Current Job or Control File The display of the source is important because the current job fi
98. s List continued Extra Orange Styli Set of 3 for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 60 990010 0001 Screen Protectors for Carlson Explorer 600 Set of 5 P N 60 220001 0001 Vehicle Charger for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 59 800004 0001 3ASd Radio Modem 1W oip Power 3ASd Battery Cradle 3ASd Battery with switch 12 P N 59 020201 0001 Bag for 3ASd Radio Modem 13 P N 79 700005 0002 Antenna Gainflex 435 470 MHz TNC The antenna is stored in the lower portion of the rover transit case lid P N 82 001015 0003 NavCom Cable DB 9 15 P N 73 100002 0002 2 40 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Q Figure 8 Rover Bag Supplied Equipment Table 5 Rover Bag Parts List Rover Bag Not Shown P N 79 700002 0002 Pole Carbon Fiber and Aluminum 8 5 ft 2 6m P N 60 430001 0002 Bipod Carbon Fiber Open Clamp P N 60 430001 0001 Cradle for Carlson Explorer 600 P N 60 570002 0001 2 41 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Office Supplies Inventory This section lists all the supplied equipment in the Office Supplies Transit Case Figure 9 Office Supplies Transit Case Table 6 Office Supplies Transit Case Parts List Battery Charger Kit for SF 2040 GIS PM Sensor P N 92 310092 3001 Kit Includes 4 Bay Battery Charger w Cable P N 92 310046 3001 Charger Power Supply P N 82 02003 5001 Battery Charger Kit for Carlson Explorer 600
99. s by utilizing NavCom s global StarFire corrections Traditionally when an RTK rover loses communication with the base station it is unable to continue to provide position updates for more than a few seconds resulting in user down time and reduced productivity With RTK Extend a NavCom StarFire receiver operating in RTK mode can transition to RTK Extend mode and maintain centimeter level positioning during communication loss for up to 15 minutes RTK Extend allows more efficient and uninterrupted work enabling focused concentration on the work rather than the tools m A complete portable system The LAND PAK is a highly integrated solution designed for productivity with minimal setup time and maximum portability Covering the entire land survey process it contains a complete base and rover system for field data collection Optional software for data analysis and processing is also available Separate Software Option Required 2 20 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Typical Applications v Cadastral Boundary Surveys Geodetic Surveys Control Surveys Topographic Surveys Stake Out Surveys As Built Surveys System Description NavCom SF 2040 GPS Sensors The LAND PAK includes the NavCom SF 2040 K 1 Sensor for both the base station and rover The SF 2040 is a 24 channel dual frequency precision GPS sensor with two additional channels for receiving Satellite Based Augmentat
100. sired in the future refer to Appendix D Static Data Collection for instructions Static data is collected at the rover for post processing to obtain a greater precision than RTK or when outside the radio range of the base 16 Continue to the next section 9 113 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM GPS Utilities This section provides an awareness of utilities to check RTK operation or reset the GPS JOB SJCBPO31107B File Survey COGO oe J 1 Total Station d 6 Localization 2 GPS Base KE z Monitor Skyplot B 3 GPS Rover B 8 Tolerances 4 GPS Utilities w 9 Peripherals ei 5 Configure 3 0 About SurvCE Figure 78 Equip Menu GPS Utilities 1 Select Equip gt GPS Utilities see Figure 78 The GPS Utilities window opens see Figure 79 The available GPS utilities depend on the capabilities of the GPS If a StarFire license is not active the Quickstart button is not available GPS Utilities Configure ATK Device Check RTE Reset Receiver Factory Reset Power On Receiver Figure 79 GPS Utilities Submenu Options 5 114 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Refer to Figure 79 for the options below 2 Select an option as necessary Configure RTK Device Configure the power channel and squelch on the Satel radio modem see Figure 68 This option is the same as RTK Configure in the base and rover setups above Check RTK Determine i
101. surement Orthometric heights or elevation measurements are used in survey calculations In order to convert ellipsoid heights h He in Carlson documentation as measured by GPS into orthometric elevations H Eo in Carlson documentation a correction must be provided for between the GPS measured ellipsoid heights called GPS elevations by Carlson referenced to the ellipsoid and the geoid equal potential surface approximating global sea level This correction is the geoid undulation N Ug in Carlson documentation The conventional 6 148 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY formula is h H N He Eo Ug in Carlson documentation The geoid models are essentially geoid height difference models in a grid format X Port has two geoid models available covering the United States at 1 minute grid intervals Geoid03 and Geoid99 and EGM96 covering the entire globe at 15 minute intervals These geoid models are huge and take a lot of disk space X Port applies the geoid model by subtracting the geoid undulation from the GPS measured ellipsoid height The result is then used and displayed In practice the geoid model is most applicable to two types of scenarios One of these types is when setting up the base over a known point and an elevation is known or assumed and the best relative orthometric heights are desired at other points Be cautious when using multiple vertical control points in a three dimensional solution
102. te record d Print and or save the data as a text file 6 143 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COdmMI TECHNOLOGY m Exercise 5 Process GPS From RW5 File This exercise provides steps to process GPS for additional details geodetic and grid coordinates geoid heights rod heights etc from the rw5 file IMPORTANT The output from Process Compute Points gt GPS contains the grid coordinates and elevations on the points However the latitude longitude and ellipsoid heights are at the L1 phase center The Rod Height is from the point to the L1 phase center 1 Transfer a rw5 file from the Explorer 600 to the PC Run X Port on the PC Select Process Compute Points gt GPS The Process Options window opens Set the necessary parameters Click OK Print and or save the results Menus amp Commands This section describes X Port commands specific to GPS Refer to the Carlson X Port manual for information on menus and commands not described in this section Add Menu Adding records to a rw5 file is most useful when there are some additional conventional field traverse 6 144 NAVC COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY sideshot or description information to be computed or included in the final processing for the job or project Methods to add records to a rw5 file in the X Port raw data editor v Select one of the options from the Add menu v Press the nsert key on
103. ter the geodetic position including the ellipsoid height B 163 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM j Enter Lat Lon Use dd mmssss format Latitude 33 53120034 Y North South Longitude 118 34355651 e West C East Height 120 21 f Ze Ellipsoid E prtametrit Figure 115 Enter Lat Lon Window m Enter Grid System Coordinates Tap the Enter Grid System Coordinates button see Figure 114 if the state plane coordinate is known The Grid Coordinate window opens see Figure 116 Enter or select the coordinates from a file stored on the Explorer 600 j Grid Coordinate Point From File SR E Current Zone is CAS Northing 13 123233 ft Easting 6 561667 ft Elevation 985 0 ft Ellipsoid orthometric Figure 116 Grid Coordinate Window B 164 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY From Known Position Tab i Base Configuration From New Position f derale Previously Surveyed Point Use Local Coordinates Read From File Figure 117 From Known Position Tab m Previously Surveyed Point Tap the Previously Surveyed Point button to select the coordinates from a file on the Explorer 600 The Surveyed Point window opens see Figure 118 gt Surveyed Point Please enter a point ID from the current or control job for which raw data exists Point Fram File b E Fal Figure 118 Surveyed Point Window m Use Local Coordinates Ta
104. the Raw Data Editor The bottom half is the Coordinate Data Editor Both editors function as spreadsheets Each row represents one record of data Display Add Process Compute Pts Tools Help lt Raw Data Editor eC T Pata SICBP Geoidds get ion by En ng State Plane Coordinates 6015299 7617997 96 5677562 6019999 9170180 77 6169898 99 6015158 5821989 79 2907815 p 98558 6016158 5850868 79 3112063 Coordinate S8355 1708914 6016158 S713870 79 3148111 88355 1515556 6016158 5805392 79 283573 D t Edit r 6 1615902 6016158 5766507 79 2615463 a a j O 535605 6016158 5828551 79 2996 5 6016158 5782182 78 2659 696 6016158 5793729 79 2579441 A Figure 103 X Port Data Editors The lines of data in a rw5 file are like the records ina surveyor s field book Use X Port to edit and add to the rw5 file and re process the raw measurements to 6 136 NAVE COMI LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY update the coordinates if necessary in an existing or new crd file Although this is intended primarily for a conventional instrument X Port provides the ability to edit into the rw5 file additional offset measurements bearings and distances obtained during the GPS survey for processing sideshots from RTK points Refer to the Carlson X Port manual for the file formats supported by the raw data and the coordinate data editors Commands useful for converting transferring and printing reports are demonstrated in the
105. the keyboard v Select the last line in the spreadsheet and press the down arrow key R GPS Insert a GPS record into a rw5 file Elements of this record include Point ID PntID Latitude in dd mmss Longitude in dd mmss Negative for West WGS84 Ellipsoid Elevation Elevation Description Desc m Note a S a I a Insert a descriptive note record DS into a rw5 file The descriptive note record is an additional note that appears in the raw data editor and printouts This record is not used in processing Elements of this record include 1 Note m Point To RW5 File Insert a stored coordinate record PT into a rw5 file The rw5 file when viewed by a text editor will designate this record as SP When processing this data is stored as a point in the coordinate file for the same job Elements of this record include 6 145 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NA WEOM Point ID PntID Northing Easting Elevation a ll Me Description m Point To CRD File Insert a stored coordinate record into a crd file Elements of this record include 1 Point ID PntID Northing Easting Elevation St a 2 Ze Description Process Compute Points Menu The commands under the Process Compute Points menu provide various methods for processing a rw5 file and for storing the calculated points in a crd file For GPS this command computes state plane coordinates from geodetic coordinates The Carls
106. tion easier but it is not as stable as a tripod 1 Find a safe open and flat location to setup the rover The following steps use equipment from the rover bag 2 Remove the strap that holds together the bipod legs Store the strap in the rover bag 3 Position the bipod upright on the floor or ground Do not open the bipod legs 4 83 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Figure 45 Mounting the Rover Pole to the Bipod Refer to Figure 45 for the steps below 4 Loosen the clamping knob in the bracket at the top of the bipod 5 Place the rover pole vertically in the bracket and tighten the knob Do not over tighten Thumb Releases Figure 46 Rover Pole and Bipod 4 84 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY Refer to Figure 46 for the steps below 6 Adjust the rover pole and bipod assembly a Pivot the bipod legs out b Adjust the height of the bipod legs With the leg points on the floor or ground press the bipod thumb releases and lift up At the desired height release the thumb releases If the bipod legs are suspended when the thumb releases are pressed the legs drop quickly and the leg points may cause damage Adjust the rover pole and bipod assembly until it is stable It does not have to be level Figure 47 Mounting the Carlson Explorer 600 Refer to Figure 47 for the steps below T Mount the cradle for the Carlson Explorer 600 Loosen
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108. turns to the submenu with the cursor at TX level Press the Back soft key to return to the main menu Continue to the next section Signal Threshold Perform this setting only on the rover radio modem If the base station radio modem is being configured go to the section below Serial Port Settings l Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the main menu to Radio settings see Figure 26 Figure 26 Main Menu Radio Settings Press the Select soft key to select Radio settings A submenu is displayed with the cursor at the option TX level see Figure 27 Figure 27 Sig Threshold option 4 68 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 3 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the main menu to Sig Threshold 4 Press the Change soft key to change the Signal Threshold level A submenu is displayed with available negative dBm settings a Set the threshold to 776dBm e This is equivalent to the Low threshold set using SurvCE and should cause optimum performance 5 Press the Set soft key to set the threshold level The display returns to the submenu with the cursor at TX level 6 Press the Back soft key to return to the main menu Addressing Settings The Addressing remains at factory default with everything set to Off Serial Port Settings 1 Press the down arrow soft key to move the cursor down the main menu to Port 7 see Figure 28 Figure 28
109. up requires the transport of the base transit case and the base bag both of which contain all the base station equipment A The base station tripod leg points may damage soft materials including indoor carpets 1 Find a safe open and flat location to setup the base station The following steps use equipment from the base bag 2 Unbuckle the strap that holds the tripod legs together Store the strap in the base bag 4 74 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 3 Open the tripod legs until the tripod is stable Use the tripod leg levers and the tripod wing screws to adjust the height and secure the tripod see Figure 35 Leveling the tripod by eye is sufficient Figure 35 Base Station Tripod Leg Adjustments lt i Cap Tribrach Fastener Figure 36 Base Station Tripod Refer to Figure 36 for the steps below 4 Remove the tripod cap by unscrewing the tribrach fastener 4 75 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM Use the two Allen wrenches 4mm and or 5mm respectively on the top plate of the tripod to tighten the hex screws at the top of the tripod if needed 5 Store the two Allen wrenches in the base bag and discard the protective paper cover Tribrach Adapter E Tribrach Fastener Tribrach Tribrach Amen Knob Figure 37 Mounting Tribrach amp Tribrach Adapter Refer to Figure 37 for the steps below 6 Mount the tribrach to the top of the tripo
110. upplied battery charger otherwise damage to the battery could occur m Battery LED Table 9 Rover Radio Modem Battery LED LED aas gt 6 Battery Charging Radio Modem Power On m Battery Charging Refer to Figure 9 item 4 for battery charger photo 1 Connect the serial 9 pin end of the battery charger to the female connector on the bottom of the radio 2 Plug the opposite end of the battery charger into an AC receptacle Battery Charger Option 110V P N 59 800001 0001 or 220V P N 59 800001 0002 4 51 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C HAW TECHNOLOGY 3 Turn on the switch at the top of the radio modem battery The red LED illuminates The on off switch must be on to charge the battery If the switch is not on the charger powers the radio the LCD display is on but does not charge the battery 4 Charge the battery for 12 hours The LED does not indicate when the charge cycle is complete When the battery is on the LED is always a steady red Do not charge the rover radio modem for more than 72 hours 5 Verify the battery is fully charged A full charge is 10 5V to 11 1V The voltage of the battery is indicated on the top right of the LCD display see Figure 17 6 Turn off the battery and unplug the battery charger if the charge cycle is complete When the battery is off the LED is not lit AN It is very important to turn off the battery If the battery remains on it immediately begins to pow
111. ut SuryCE Figure 88 Equip Menu Tolerances 1 Select Equip gt Tolerances to set tolerances for data collection see Figure 88 If the established tolerances are exceeded a warning is displayed The Tolerances submenu opens see Figure 89 Tolerances HEMS Tolerances 0 050 ft VM Tolerances 0 080 ft Stakeout Tolerances 0 100 ft Figure 89 Tolerances Submenu Options 9 122 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 2 Enter appropriate tolerances for HRMS VRMS and Stakeout see Figure 89 for examples survey Menu Measuring Point Positions This section provides guidance on the use of Carlson SurvCE to measure point positions Store Points and stakeout selected points m Store PTS Store Points is the principle data collection routine for GPS equipment see Figure 90 v Store Points interacts with numerous settings including the feature codes and draws line work v The Store Points window in GPS shows the cursor moving on the screen in real time The screen pans automatically to keep the user always in view v Points plot on the screen as shots are taken v If preferred points may be stored using a text interface STORE PTS IN 7602050 259 E 18882002 08 2 328 1040 HRMS 0 046 YRMS 0 075 Figure 90 Store Points Interface The icons on the left of the Store PTS interface are for zooming and panning For GPS coordinates 9 123 LAND PAK User Guid
112. utoff vertical angle above the horizon For any satellites below this angle no data will be processed at the Rover for use in calculating positions The recommended seiting for the rover receiver is 15 degrees If it is necessary for the rover to connect to more satellites its elevation mask can be set as low as the Base However the lower setting may result in more noise and less accurate positioning Be aware that solid obstructions will block a signal and foliage will attenuate a signal resulting in degraded position quality Position Rate The position update rate to read the position of the rover Keep the 7 Hz default It displays one reading per second The 5 Hz setting is 5 times per second Set the Position Rate on the rover identical to the setting on the base Doing so reduces post processing complexity The position rate may be set to 10 seconds for example and a short static session then reset to 7 second and continue with RTK data collection 5 111 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVE COodmMI TESHNOLOGV Refer to Figure 76 for the steps below 9 Tap the RTK tab GPS Rover Gi Current comms Receiver Device Satel 9 Configure Network RTK Port Baud 38400 ka Parity Stop Bits T I Message Type NavCom Base ID 12 Use Any Base ID Send Rover Position to Network Figure 76 GPS Rover Submenu RTK Tab 10 Set the options e Device Satel e
113. vCE Software Operation Select Equip gt GPS Rover A connection is established The GPS Rover window opens 7 Tap the Comms tab 10 11 In the Baud drop down list select 19200 see Figure 121 GPS Rover Current Receiver RTE Type Cable Device Port COM 1 Defaults Baud 9200 Parity None Data Bits E Stop Bits 1 Figure 121 TruBlu Baud Rate Setting Tap Ta to accept the setting and connect to the GPS sensor connection is established Remove the serial cable from the SF 2040 GPS sensor and the Explorer 600 Do not exit SurvCE on the Explorer 600 Insert TruBlu in COM1 of the SF 2040 The red dot on TruBlu must face up TruBlu blinks blue C 168 NAVEOM LAND PAK User Guide Rev C TECHNOLOGY 12 In the Type drop down list on the Comms tab select Bluetooth A box opens with the message Bluetooth COM Port COM6 has been successtully set 13 Tap OK on the message box The Comms tab displays e Type Bluetooth e Device Atinav e Instrument blank e Port Com 6 14 Tap the Configure button on the Comms tab The Bluetooth Devices window opens see Figure 122 aluetooth Devices i Select Rover BT Device Receiver Name Find Receiver Delete Receiver Set Receiver HIN Set Receiver Name Figure 122 Bluetooth Devices Window 15 Tap the Find Receiver button at the bottom left A box opens with the message L
114. w coordinate file Enter the file name in the Name field Tap 4 to save the file The crd extension is appended automatically Coordinate files are stored in the SystemCF Data folder to avoid data loss in case of a system failure Folders may be created for organizing jobs Points are stored in coordinate files During a search for points SurvCE first looks in a crd file Then depending on settings looks in a designated control file Job Settings JOB NEWJOB Se Equip Survey COGO Road 1 Job E 3 6 Data Transfer el 2 Job Settin 7 Import Export ol 3 Points S B Delete Job a 4 Raw Data GG 9 Write Note E 5 Feature Code List Li O Exit Figure 55 File Menu Job Settings 1 Select File gt Job Settings to configure data collection options that will remain set from job to job see Figure 55 The Job Settings submenu opens see Figure 56 5 93 LAND PAK User Guide Rev C NAVCOM 2 Check the Prompt for Units option to be prompted at the start of a new job to set the units for the job see Figure 56 Job Settings EJ system Format Options Stake le Prompt for First W Prompt for Units Use Last Job Localization Attach Last Control Data Cutsheets Manual M Use Template DXF Figure 56 Job Settings Submenu New Job Tab Refer to Figure 57 for the steps below TT 3 Tap the System tab Job Settings New Job EZEN Format Optio

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