rotating laser rl-vh4dr/g2
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1. 1 A nigh 2mm width m As 2mm a Normal 4mm width Y 10mm 20mm N width Y 7 15 30mm width more than than 15 5mm more than more than 30mm width 10mm width Level sensor is moved upward or downward from laser beam LS 80B Blinking LS 90 Display Precision LED display Y i0 5mm o 1mm width I 2 o T 4mm width LED Lights in the center 5mm 10mm width LED Flashes alternately 10mm 20mm width LED Flashes rapidly o 15 30mm width LED Flashes more than 415mm more than 30mm width LED Flashes slowly When the laser beam is off to the top or to the bottom LED Flashes rapidly 41 Replacing Battery 1 2 7 Keep pushing the battery cover in 1 direction and then try to slide the cover in 2 direction The cover does not move but it will be open 2 Take out the battery and place a new one into the battery box 3 Press the lid down and click to close 42 Level sensor holder model 6 Wall Mount 1D Clamp lever Laser Mounting Clamp knob screw Level sensor mao holder model 6 Elevation clamp knob Level sensor 43 44 Battery holder DB 70C Rechargeable battery pack BT 63Q ACIDC converter AD 12. Standard Optional Accessories LS 80A 80B 80G 90 Level Sensor Detective beam indication LED LS 90 Indicator LS 80A 80G 90 Power switch Beam receiving window Indicator Detective precision switch Two on grade precision options are available normal precision and high precision By pressing this switch the precision options are switched alternately Active precision setting is shown on the display Normal precision is the default setting when power is turned on Buzzer sound switch Quite Loud OFF Auto cut off function The power will be turned off automatically if no laser beam is detected within approximately 30 minutes To turn the level sensor on again press the power switch When using the LS 80B there is no height alert warning of rotating laser or the rotating laser battery warning Applicable model RL VH4DR LS 80A 80B 90 RL VH4G2 LS 80G 39 40 Display High precision mode Normal precision mode RL VH4DR G2 Height Alert warning Except for LS 80G When the Alert Signal function COM is active qn the RL VH4DR G2 the sensor will signal if the laser has been disturbed so the height of the instrument can be checked The buzzer will sound for about five seconds and the height alert warning symbol will flash until the sensor detects normal beam rotation from the laser To obtain normal beam rotation the RL VH4DR G2 mus
3. on the tripod facing the X1 side toward the wall 2 Turn the unit on and allow auto leveling to complete 3 Place a piece of paper on the wall Detect the laser position on the wall with target and mark it Turn the instrument off 4 Loosen the tripod screw rotate the instrument 180 degrees NOTE When rotating the instrument make sure the heights of the instruments are aligned When the laser beam is difficult to see it can be checked in the Level sensor mode or the Laser pointing mode 30 5 Turn the unit again and allow auto leveling to complete Make a new mark Mb where the laser beam strikes the paper 7 Measure the distance between the first mark Ma and the second mark Mb No calibration is necessary if distance is within 6 mm 1 4 of an inch 8 Repeat procedure for the Y axis If less than 6 mm 23 inches No calibration Necessary X1 laser beam X2 laser beam 30 m 98 feet Ma Mb 31 2 Adjusting Calibration If the distance between either set of marks is more than 6 mm 1 4 of an inch but less than 25 mm 1 inch turn the unit off by pressing the START key once and use the following procedure to calibrate the laser Confirm that unit has shut off before beginning the procedure In steps 2 and 3 use of optional RC 40 remote controller can be helpful See page 34 7 while pressing the ENTER key press the START key This acti
4. Operating range Radius Power supply Operating time Protection against Dimensions Weight 100m or more Condition set the RL VHADR G2 on a tripod Use the RC 40 at 1 2 meters above ground 30m or more Condition set the RL VHADR G2 on ground with vertical operation Use the RC 40 at 30cm above ground 2xAA size dry cell batteries alkaline Approx 5 months depends on the nature of use IP66 Based on the standard IEC 60529 116 L x 59 W x 31 4 H mm 4 6 L x 2 3 W x 1 2 H in 150 g 0 33 Ibs including dry batteries LS 80A 80G Back side display area Detective range 50mm 2 0 Detective precision High precision 1 mm 0 04 in Normal precision 2 mm 0 08 in Detective beam indication Liquid crystal Both sides and buzzer Power source 2xAA size dry cell batteries 3VDC Continuous operating time Power voltage Alkaline manganese dry battery Approx 120 hours The time for auto cut off Approx 30 min Waterproof property Dust resistance JIS protection grade IP66 Operating temperature 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F 146 I x 76 w x 26 h mm 5 7 1 x 2 9 x 1 0 h in 0 19 kg 0 41 Ibs Including dry batteries Dimensions Weight LS 80B Detective range 50 mm 2 0 in Detective precision High precision 1 mm 0 04 in 2 mm 0 08 in Detective beam indication Liquid crystal and buzzer
5. Sleep mode Alignment contro X Y axis selection XIY axis Speed control When both the right and left keys are pressed simultaneously the plumb beam mode will activate Strap attachment hole Remote Controller The Remote Controller RC 40 cannot be used to operate the Rotating Laser RL VH3 series or RL VH4G The Remote Controller RC 30 cannot be used to operate the Rotating Laser RL VH4DR or RL VH4G2 24 Description of RC 40 functions and Error Sleep mode To set up or cancel the rotating laser to the sleep mode press the sleep mode key for three seconds or longer In Sleep mode the leveling lamp of the rotating laser will flash Laser turns off if standby mode continues for two hours This mode cannot be used when the main power of the rotating laser is OFF Transmission lamp This lamp will flash green when the signal is being transmitted The lamp will flash red when an internal error has occurred during transmission Battery warning lamp for RC 40 Battery warning for RC 40 Replace the batteries with new ones Speed control The rotation speed of the rotary head can be changed Pressing the left key will slow and pressing the right key will accelerate the rotation speed When both the right and left keys are pressed simultaneously the plumb beam mode will activate Alignment control Vertical Setting line control Horizontal Setting slope Pe
6. s TOPCON INSTRUCTION MANUAL ROTATING LASER RL VHADR G2 31375 90050 EMC NOTICE In industrial locations or in proximity to industrial power installations this instrument might be affected by electromagnetic noise Under such conditions please test the instrument performance before use Declaration of Confomity R amp TTE Directive 1995 5 EC WE TOPCON CORPORATION 75 1 Hasunuma cho Itabashi ku Tokyo Japan declare on our own responsibility that the product Kind of Product Rotating Laser Remote controller Type designation RL VHADR G2 RC 40 is in compliance with the following norm s or documents EN 300 440 1 2 EN 50371 EN 301 489 3 EN 60950 1 EU Foreword Thank you for purchasing the Topcon RL VHADR G2 Rotating Laser It is one the world s most advanced lasers To quickly and effectively use the RL VHADR G2 please read these brief instructions carefully and keep them in a convenient location for future reference Handling Precautions Before starting work or operation be sure to check that the system is functioning properly 1 Vibration and Impact Protection When transporting the instrument provide protection to minimize risk of severe vibration or impact Severe vibration or impacts may affect beam accuracy Laser Scanning Interference Particular reflective surfaces such as mirrors and some glass surfaces can cause beam reflection that in very rare circum
7. Normal precision Power source 2xAA size dry cell batteries 3VDC Continuous operating time Power voltage Alkaline manganese dry battery Approx 120 hours The time for auto cut off Approx 30 min Waterproof property Dust resistance JIS protection grade IP66 Operating temperature 20 to 50 C 4 F to 122 F 146 I x 76 w x 26 h mm 5 7 I x 2 9 w x 1 0 h in 0 19 kg 0 41 Ibs Including dry batteries Dimensions Weight 49 50 LS 90 Back side display area LED Plate level Detective range 50mm 2 0 Detective precision High precision 40 5 mm 0 02 in Normal precision 2 mm 0 08 in Detective beam indication Liquid crystal Both sides Buzzer LED Power source 2xAA size dry cell batteries Power voltage 3VDC Continuous operating time Alkaline manganese dry battery Approx 100 hours The time for auto cut off Approx 30 min Waterproof property Dust resistance JIS protection grade IP66 Operating temperature 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F Dimensions 146 1 x 76 w x 26 h mm 5 7 I x 2 9 w x 1 0 h in Weight 0 19 kg 0 41 Ibs Including dry batteries Error Code Use the table below to determine operation errors indicated by blinking lamps on the control panel If corrective action listed does not correct error please contact your local Topcon dealer Lamp Indication E
8. m ii about 15 m 49 ft 49 ft 7 Set up the instrument half way between two Ma walls a minimum of 30 m 98 ft apart The Waif A instrument can be facing either direction Xor v Y No tripod is used 2 Tum the power switch on 3 Place a piece of paper on each wall A and B Mark the horizontal laser positions Ma and Mb on each wall using target 4 Turn the power switch off Position the instrument for vertical operation see instruction on page 13 with the rotary head directly facing wall A see illustration Make sure the unit is level by checking the level vial Use the leveling screw to adjust if necessary about 30 m 98 ft 5 Turn the power switch on Laser beam should d about 1 m be in scanning mode Mark where the split beam emitted from the top of the rotary head strikes wall A Ha Measure the distance dHa between marks Ma and Ha 35 7 Without moving the position of the front foot pivot the instrument so the rotary head is now facing wall B Mark where the split beam emitted from the top of the rotary head strikes wall B Hb Measure the distance dHb between marks Mb and Hb about 30 m 98 ft vua 9 Compare the two measurements dHa and dHb If the difference between the two measurements is less than 3 mm 1 8 of an m inch no adjustment is necessary Otherwise adjust as follows 36 2 Adjusting Calibrat
9. manually turning the head RL VH4G2 The laser output is not stable for several minutes when the power is on or the mode of laser is changed After the beam is stabilized display does not show WAIT the mode can be changed 12 Preparation for Use Battery Installation For battery placement or replacement instructions see Maintaining Power Sources section page 28 Instrument Set up Procedure Horizontal Rotation 7 Set the instrument on any smooth surface that is within 5 of true level The RL VHADR G2 auto level system will not function if the unit is placed more that 5 out of level For best operation it is recommended that it be mounted to a tripod or the Topcon Wall Mount Model 1D Slope can be set in both axes X and Y See Setting Slopes section page 21 Horizontal Leveling range Vertical Rotation 7 Place the instrument on its back as shown in the illustration Level vial 2 Tum the leveling screw s underneath the instrument until the bubble in the level vial on the operational panel is centered Battery Warning Lamp Flashing The power is low ON Solid Dead batteries Replace the batteries with new ones Leveling screw Auto leveling Lamp Flashing Auto leveling is in process When automatic leveling is almost complete the flashing rate will be slow The head will not rotate and the laser beam will not emit during the auto leveling process ON Solid Auto leveling i
10. rotating the head Press the mode switch control key to select Laser pointing mode Beam rotation stops in this mode El The laser beam cannot be moved vvith the Remote Laser pointing Controller RC 40 Changing rotation speed only available in Laser pointing mode After selecting Laser pointing mode press either Speed control key to change rotation speed The right key increases the rotation speed The left key reduces the rotation speed 5 This mode can be used with the Remote Controller RC 40 17 How to Remove Install Head Protector When the head protector post blocks the laser beam and interferes with operation remove the head protector from the instrument How to Remove 7 Press the lock button to release the lock 2 Set the angle of the head protector to approximately 45 Post Lock button When the head protector is installed do not hold by upper section of the head protector NOTE when transporting Doing so may cause head protector to come off with instrument falling off and may be damaged 18 How to Install 7 Insert the head protector pin into the groove of the instrument until you feel it click Pin Groove J Check that the head protector is securely locked 19 20 Height Alert function When auto leveling and height alert function are active this function prevents the instrument from operating if it is disturbed after the laser beam emits
11. set the biaxial slope After setting slope for one of the axis select direction for the second axis by pressing the X Y axis selection key and set the slope following above mentioned procedures 4 to 7 Line Control manual vertical beam alignment 7 Turn the leveling screw and position the bubble of the level vial on the control panel in the center B 2 Press the Power control key to turn unit on When auto PA leveling is complete the laser beam will be emitted due 6 J Press the plumb beam key to select the plumb beam mode 4 Move the instrument to align Point A with the center of the laser 5 Press the mode switch control to set your desired rotation mode scan mode level sensor mode laser pointing mode 6 Press the alignment control key once Laser beam will begin moving to the direction of the key pressed in constant speed x Press the Alignment Control key once more Laser beam gradient will stop 8 Press either one of the Alignment Control keys to move the beam right or left until it is precisely aligned to point B The speed of laser beam movement will change according to the duration of time the Alignment Control key is being pressed While an alignment control key is pressed the auto leveling beam shut off will not 5 This mode can be used with the Remote Controller RC 40 operate 23 RC 40 Remote Controller Nomenclature Transmission lamp Battery warning lamp for RC 40
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13. 3 For Charging 7 Plug the AC DC converter AD 13 into the DB 70C battery holder 2 Insert the converter power cord in an outlet 3 Complete charging by unplugging the converter connector from the DB 70C battery holder after approximately 9 hours D 4 Unplug the converter power cord from the outlet ACIDO Converter AD 13 The LED of DB 70C will indicate charging status Red ON Charging Green ON Charging completed Green flashing DB 70C is not connected to BT 63Q Red flashing 630 protection feature is working automatically RL VHADR G2 can be used in this state Automatic protection feature In case of overcharge or high or low temperature state exceeding charging range charging will be stopped or changed to protect battery 5 DB 70C can be used with dry batteries instead of BT 63Q 45 2 The DB 70 dry cell battery holder cannot be used to charge the BT 63Q Ni MH 5 1 The Ni MH BT 63Q rechargeable battery can be charged while using the laser battery pack Use the DB 70C charging battery holder instead Storage Precautions Always clean the instrument after use Use a clean cloth moistened with a neutral detergent or water Never use an abrasive cleaner ether thinner benzene or other solvents Always make sure instrument is completely dry before storing Dry any moisture with a soft clean cloth 45 46 How to Store LS 80A 80B 806 90 RL VH4DR G2 D size dry cell
14. 46 SPeCificatiONs p as 47 Ettor 51 Standard System Components RL VHADR G2 Instrument Remote Controller RC 40 Battery AA size dry cell battery 2 Calibration decals Instruction manual Carrying case Please make sure that all of the above items are in the box when you unpack Additional Magnetic Scanning Targets may be included in some markets Optional Accessories see page 39 page 44 may be included in some markets 1 The following are battery configurations Included battery configurations vary by package Rechargeable battery type with Built in Run Charge system Rechargeable battery BT 63Q 1pc Holder DB 70C 1pc AC DC converter AD 13 1pc Dry battery type Holder 70 1pc D size dry cell battery 4pcs 2 Batteries included in the package are to confirm the initial operation Please replace the batteries provided with new batteries as soon as possible 10 Nomenclature and Functions RL VH4DR G2 Laser emitting window Beam aperture Head protector Magnetic Scanning Target Lock button Magnet Datum line Index Control panel Reflectors Lines may appear on the reflect
15. CON or an authorized dealer only Laser beam can be dangerous and can cause eye injury if used incorrectly Never attempt to repair the instrument yourself Cause eye injury or blindness Do not stare into beam or view directly with optical instruments Risk of fire or electric shock Do not use a wet battery May ignite explosively Never use an instrument near flammable gas or liquid matter and do not use in a coal mine Battery can cause explosion or injury Do not dispose in fire or heat The short circuit of a battery can cause a fire Do not short circuit battery when storing it N CAUTION Use of controls or adjustment or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Let the laser beam reach the aimed object or the target without anybody else in the laser beam path When operating in an open area avoid radiating laser beam at eye level It is quite possible for the beam to enter into one s eyes and it is possible to lose visual sight temporarily and lose one s caution and awareness of other dangers avoid glaring beam Do not allow skin or clothing to come into contact with acid from the batteries if this does occur then wash off with copious amounts of water and seek medical advice Risk of injury by dropping the instrument or case Do not use a carrying case with damaged belts grips or latches It could be dan
16. acturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for damage caused by wrong movement or action due to connecting with other products Laser Safety This product projects a visible laser beam during operation This product is manufactured and sold in accordance with Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products FDA BRH 21 CFR 1040 or Radiation Safety of Laser Products Equipment Classification Requirements and User s Guide IEC Publication 60825 1 provided on the safety standards for laser beam As per the said standard RL VH4DR G2 standard model is classified as Class 3R Laser Products These are simple products to operate and do not require training from a laser safety officer In case of any failure do not disassemble the instrument Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer Labels RL VH4DR G2 standard model Beam aperture 4 AVOID EXPOSURE api LASER LIGHT IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE LASER RADIATION A E LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM WAVELENGTH 400 710 5mW MAXIMUM OUTPUT DIODELASER CLASS LASER PRODUCT TOPCON CORP Contents FOreWOEIQ uei bro eA A tach HA EA SUN TA QD A UA TER EN IA La 1 Handling Precau tioris onere tme tro Heec ee aine e ea 1 Safety Informationi aee no E A D o ar eed ee 2 Safety Cautions USC ia ederet ederet nter Exceptions from Responsibility Laser Safety Contents eee Standard System Components Nomenclature an
17. battery RC 40 AD 1 Level sensor holder model 6 Wall Mount 1D AA size dry cell battery Magnetic Target Specifications RL VH4DR G2 Accuracy Horizontal Vertical Auto leveling range Measuring range Diameter Rotation speeds 300 r p m Rotation speeds Scanning width Light source Power supply Continuous operating time at 20 C 68 F Tripod screw Operating temperature Protection against water and dust Dimensions Weight 20 20 RL VH4DR Using with LS 80A 80B 90 2 m 6 6 ft to 300 m 984 ft RL VH4G2 Using with LS 80G 2 m 6 6 ft to 300 m 984 ft Changeable 0 to 300 r p m Maximum 180 RL VH4DR Diode red laser 635nm RL VH4G2 Diode pumped Solid state green laser 532nm 4xD size dry cell batteries DC6V Ni MH battery pack BT 63Q It can be charged while using it RL VHADR 4 0 size dry cell batteries alkaline 90h Ni MH battery pack BT 63Q 45h RL VH4G2 4xD size dry cell batteries alkaline 27h Ni MH battery pack BT 63Q 24h Flat and dome head type W 5 8 x 11 threads 20 C to 50 C 4 F to 122 F IP54 Category 2 182 L x 167 W x 241 5 mm 7 2 L x 6 6 W x 9 5 H in RL VH4DR 2 2 kg 4 9 Ibs without dry batteries RL VH4G2 2 6 kg 5 7 165 without dry batteries 47 48 Remote controller RC 40
18. bration is greater than the adjustment allows the error LED will start flashing See Error Code on page 51 If this occurs contact your Topcon dealer When the laser beam is difficult to see it can be adjusted the Laser sensor mode or the Laser pointing mode 33 34 Horizontal Rotation Cone Error Perform the following check after completing Horizontal Calibration on the previous page Cone error De el Minimum about 30 m 98 ft Datum position Wall 7 Set up the laser centered between two walls approximately 30 m 98 ft apart Orient the instrument so one axis either X or Y is facing the walls v N 2 Locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls using the target 3 Turn off the instrument and move the instrument closer to wall A 1mto2m 3ftto 6 ft Do not change the axis orientation of the instrument Turn the instrument on 4 Again locate and mark the position of the rotating laser beam on both walls 5 Measure the distance between the first and second marks on each wall 6 it the difference between each set of marks is less than 3 mm 1 8 of an inch no error exists NOTE If the error is grater than 3 mm 1 8 of an inch contact your Topcon dealer Vertical Calibration Perform the following check after completing Horizontal Calibration on the previous page 1 Checking Z about 15
19. d Functions Pr paration for Use rd np ea e cu ER Deck cu de E ene RD Hoc debe Battery Installation Instrument Set up Procedure Operation E e ee d T e ett Scanning Mode eee Cres enr e e ee rp e Na Ee vede d Continuous scan Plumb Beam Mode Level Sensor Mode Laser Pointing Mode stop Changing rotation speed eis endet rae ente hse ie e ode aed How to Remove Install Head 18 Height Alert function Setting Slopes isch osea ene ende rade Spot adde dec MID de RC 40 Remote Controleleer eere enneren ne ea nnne di nnn nasse nnn asas nn 24 Description of RC 40 functions and Error 2 How to set remote controller communication 27 Maintaining Power Sources Replacing dry batteries Checking and Adjusting Horizontal Calibration eei nicae cree ye Ere vna kno dE area de Horizontal Rotation Cone Error Vertical Galibration iaia iet eee eite de an dera ded Standard Optional Storage Precautions ss er ute ct Re ee tee P e caet 45 mie Boc M
20. for one minute This helps insures accurate control If the height or inclination of the instrument changes the height of instrument should be verified and re established if necessary 7 activate the Height Alert function depress and hold the left Alignment control key see page 11 on the control panel while turning on the instrument by pressing the Power control key The three LEDs Leveling Manual Low battery alert will flash at the same time for three seconds 2 When this function is active and the unit is disturbed three visible LEDs will rapidly flash J To re activate auto leveling and check the beam Low battery alert Leveling LED LED v co E so ere Manual LED height turn the unit off then on again by pressing the Power control key twice After auto leveling is complete check the beam height to confirm it has not changed 4 The Height Alert function is now inactive To re activate turn unit off and repeat step 1 Setting Slopes The laser beam can be manually sloped in either the X or Y axis single slope or both axes compound slope With the inclination of the instrument as the standard laser beam can be sloped within the range of 5 up or down rotating head immediately after the auto leveling 5 The standard for the inclination is the inclination of the instrument not that of the This mode can be used wi
21. gerous if the instrument falls over please check that you fix the instrument to the wallmount or tripod Risk of injury by dropping a tripod and an instrument Always check that the screws of tripod are tightened Please note that the tips of tripod can be hazardous be aware of this when setting up or carrying the tripod User Wear the required protectors safety shoes helmet etc when operating Exceptions from Responsibility 1 The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks of the product s performance 2 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for results of a faulty or intentional usage or misuse including any direct indirect consequential damage and loss of profits 3 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for consequential damage and loss of profits by any disaster an earthquake a fire an accident storms floods an act of a third party and or a usage other than under normal conditions 4 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of profits due to a change of data loss of data an interruption of business etc caused by using the product or an unusable product 5 The manufacturer or its representatives assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss of profits caused by usage other than those usages explained in the user manual 6 The manuf
22. ing the battery compartment lock to OPEN 2 Remove the old batteries and replace with new 4xD size dry cell batteries alkaline making sure each is placed in the proper direction as indicated 3 Replace the battery cover and turn the knob to Lock Replace all 4 batteries with new ones NOTE Do not mix old batteries and new ones Checking and Adjusting There are three areas of performance the user should check periodically Horizontal Calibration Horizontal Rotation Cone Vertical Calibration The Horizontal Calibration and Vertical Calibration can be easily checked and in most cases adjustments can be made by the user Horizontal Rotation Cone can be checked by the user but if an error is found adjustments must be made by a Topcon service facility Attaching the calibration decals Before calibration attach the calibration decals to the instrument as shown below The calibration decal shows the calibration function of certain control keys on the control panel Calibration Decals CALIBRATION START While pressing e press o XcaL ON Yeat press ON GLASER BEAM CORRECTION ENTER press 29 Horizontal Calibration 1 Checking Calibration 30 m 98 feet Instrument as seen from above gt Y2 e Ma XI Target UCI Wall 7 Set up a tripod 30 m 98 ft from a wall Mount the instrument X1 X2
23. ion Turn the unit off by pressing the START key once Confirm that unit has shut off before beginning the following procedure In step 2 and 3 optional RC 40 remote controller is helpful 7 without moving the unit press the ENTER and START keys simultaneously 2 Press either the right or left key on the Alignment Control key to move the laser beam up or down on wall B until the measurement for the distance dHb is the same as the measurement dHa on wall A This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 40 When using the RC 40 select the Y axis using the X Y axis selection key and move the laser beam up and down with the Alignment control key OSTARTA Laser beam up or down ENTER ERROR 37 38 J When the beam is positioned so the two measurements are the same press the ENTER key The V LED will flash When the flashing stops the vertical calibration adjustment is made and power is turned off 5 This operation can be performed with the remote controller RC 40 When using the RC 40 press the ENTER key on the RC 40 unit The ENTER key for the RC 40 The same mark as the ENTER key for the instrument If the calibration is greater than the adjustment allows the error LED will start NOTE flashing If this occurs contact your Topcon dealer Repeat the checking procedure to confirm proper calibration has been made
24. lly To change the length of the scanning line move the target left or right after the initial scan hesitation and the scanning line length will increase until the target is removed Move the target left or right while scanning the scanning line will lengthen The drawn line will continue to scan without target for hands free scan operation Scanning hesitates and starts again To cancel the drawn scan mode In the drawn scan mode release the target from the laser beam path for 2 seconds or longer and then place the target on the laser beam path once again 15 16 Plumb Beam Mode You can set the instrument using with the plumb beam for centering To cancel the plumb beam mode press any other key except the plumb beam switch and the power Switch Plumb beam for vertical operation 5 This mode can be used with the Remote Controller RC 40 Level Sensor Mode For long range or outdoor applications the instrument can be used with an optional electronic level sensor The Topcon LS 80G model is recommended Press the mode switch control key to select level sensor mode The beam rotates at 300 rpm in this setting 5 This mode can also be set with the Remote Controller RC 40 Use a level sensor best suited for the model RL VH4DR LS 80A 80B 90 RL VH4G2 LS 80G Laser Pointing Mode stop This mode stops rotation and allows the laser beam to be pointed by manually
25. oller use it away from the ground Radio transmission performance is lower near the ground With the RC 40 both the X and Y axes lamps will flash red simultaneously when more than one RC 40 or RL VHADR G2 are used and also when similar wireless signals wireless LAN etc are being transmitted How to set remote controller communication channel The same channel 1 to 9 must be set on the RL VHADR G2 and the RC 40 remote controller RL VH4DR G2 1 Remove the battery cover by turning the battery compartment lock to OPEN 2 Turn the channel switch to set a channel by using a small straight screwdriver see illustration for switch location 3 Replace the battery cover and turn the knob to Lock RC 40 7 Open the battery cover and remove the batteries 2 Turn the channel switch to the same channel position set on the RL VHADR G2 Initial setting at shipping Channel 1 J Insert batteries and close the battery cover 1 li es ll eS dn EM Channel AS ee switch 1 to 9 m Battery Cover RL VHADR G2 Channel indicator mark Channel switch 1 to 9 The channel indicator mark indicates the direction of the selected channel In the above figure channel 1 is selected VASTO RC 40 27 28 Maintaining Power Sources Replacing dry batteries 7 Remove the battery cover by turn
26. or strips They are part of normal manufacturing process and do not effect performance Battery holder The blue target is for RL VH4G2 and Battery compartment lock the red target is for RL VH4DR Control Panel Low battery alert Alignment control XIY axis lamp Level vial Leveling lamp For vertical operation axis selection Manual mode lamp Select X or Y axis for ON Manua manual beam sloping OFF Auto leveling mode Auto manual leveling control leveling mode ON OFF of Auto leveling To turn off the auto leveling press this key twice To turn on the auto leveling again press this key once Speed control With Laser Pointing Mode selected the rotation speed of the head can be changed Flashing Laser is leveling On Auto leveling is completed RL VH4DR G2 remote controller model has standby mode Power switch Mode switch control Laser mode is switched alternately as follows C v Scan mode Head rotates slowly searching for Magnetic Scanning Target When target is placed in beam path laser rapidly scans back and forth on target v Level sensor mode Level sensor mode Head rotates at 300 rpm Use this setting when using an optional electronic level sensor y such as the Topcon LS 80B G Laser pointing mode Head stops rotating and the beam can be positioned by U
27. rforms line control during vertical rotation Valid when the x or y axis is being selected with the x y axis selection key Sets slope to the slope setting direction during horizontal rotation Valid when the x or y axis is being selected with the x y axis selection key axis lamp Indicates axis selected during beam sloping operation 25 26 Mode switch control Laser mode is switched alternately as follows Scan mode Level sensor mode Laser pointing mode If this key is pressed in other modes except Scan Laser sensor and Laser pointing modes the mode will change to scan mode axis selection Vertical Setting line control Horizontal Setting slope Sets line control mode by pressing the key for more than three seconds Then X axis lamp will light Sets slope mode by pressing the key for more than three seconds Then X axis lamp will light Lightly pressing this key for short time will switchover the X and Y axis Press the alignment key when in the above rotation vertical horizontal only then will the rotating laser switch to the line control mode or the slope mode To cancel the line control mode or the slope mode press this key for more than three seconds When this key is pressed under the interference condition several RC 40s or RL VH4DR G2 are using the same channel the X Y axis red lamp will flash When you find it difficult to operate the remote contr
28. rror Code Corrective Action Lamp A B and C blink in turn Auto leveling range error Correct tilt of the instrument until it less than 5 degrees Lamp C lights Battery power out error Replace all 4 batteries with new ones at the same time Lamp A B and C blink simultaneously Height alert error Turn power off rough level the instrument then turn power on again Check height of laser beam as it may have changed Lamp B blinks Calibration error Repeat calibration procedure If error repeats contact your local Topcon dealer Lamp D and E blink simultaneously Internal error Turn power off then on again If error repeats contact your local Topcon dealer 51 2008 TOPCON CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS INC 7400 National Drive Livermore CA 94551 U S A Phone 925 245 8300 Fax 925 245 8599 www Topconpositioning com TOPCON CALIFORNIA 3380 Industrial Blvd Suite 105 West Sacramento CA 95691 U S A Phone 916 374 8575 Fax 916 374 8329 TOPCON EUROPE POSITIONING B V Essebaan 11 2908 LJ Capelle a d Ussel The Netherlands Phone 010 458 5077 Fax 010 284 4941 www topconeurope com IRELAND OFFICE Unit 69 Western Parkway Business Center Lower Ballymount Road Dublin 12 Lreland Phone 01460 0021 Fax 01460 0129 TOPCON DEUTSCHLAND G m b H Giesserallee 31 47877 Willich GERMANY Phone 02154 885
29. s complete The rotary head is active and emits the laser beam Turning Auto leveling Off To turn OFF the auto leveling function manual mode press the Auto Manual control key twice in quick succession The manual mode lamp will illuminate The instrument can be positioned in any direction the laser beam remains on and the head will rotate IMPORTANT In manual mode the laser beam will not shut off if disturbed To return to Auto leveling mode press Auto Manual control key once 13 14 Operation Scanning Mode In scan mode the laser rotates slowly searching for the Magnetic Scanning Target When the target is properly placed in the beam path the laser beam will scan rapidly back and forth on the target and track the target as it is moved in its path 1 To change to scanning mode when operating press the mode switch control key see page 11 2 To initiate target scanning place the Magnetic Scanning Target in the beam path with the reflective strips facing toward the laser Vertical rotation Set scanning mode Face the target toward the instrument to start scanning J To end target scanning and resume searching beam remove target from beam path Continuous scan Scan line length can be Drawn and held for Hands free operation Place target in beam path and hold for a moment The scanning beam will hesitate then start again When the target is now removed the beam will continue to scan automatica
30. stances can interfere with the laser scanning function If this should happen simply change the location of the laser or cover the reflective surface Checking battery power Before operating check remaining battery life Storing the instrument for long period When storing the instrument for long period remove the batteries Rotating Head When sunlight etc enters the laser emitting window laser beam output may temporarily decrease In such a case prevent sunlight etc from entering by using a parasol or other means Safety Information In order to encourage the safe use of products to prevent damage to properties and to prevent any danger to the operator and to others important warnings are placed on the products and inserted in the instruction manuals We suggest that everyone understand the meaning of the following displays and icons before reading the Safety Cautions and text Display Meaning a WARNING Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to death or serious injury Ignoring or disregard of this display may lead to personal injury or physical damage A CAUTION to the instrument Injury refers to hurt burn electric shock etc Physical damage refers to damage to equipment and structure or furnishings Safety Cautions N WARNING There is a risk of fire electric shock or physical harm if you attempt to disassemble or repair the instrument yourself This is to be carried out by TOP
31. t be turned off then back on Then check that beam height has not changed RL VH4DR G2 battery warning Except for LS 80G When the Alert Signal function COM is active on the RL VH4DR G2 the sensor will signal if the battery of the RL VH4DR G2 is low The laser low battery warning symbol will flash on the level sensor display No audio signal is generated for this warning Higher than datum position Move the sensor down The arrow will become shorter as the datum position is approached Audio signal High pitch frequent beep Datum position Audio signal Continuous beep sound Lower than datum position Move the sensor up The arrow will become shorter as the datum position is approached Audio signal Low pitch frequent beep 3 El Battery remaining display Indicates the battery remaining of level sensor as follows Battery is sufficient The power is low but laser is still usable Flashing alternately c1 Dead battery Replace the 9v alkaline battery COM is active The warning signal 1 and 2 will function only if RL VHADR G2 Alert Signal function Alarm detection at the level sensor can be canceled by turning off the level sensor Switch while pressing the buzzer sound switch When the switch is turned back on again alarm detection functions as usual Detective range LS 80A 80B 80G Displa Precision Be 80A 80G 808
32. th the Remote Controller RC 40 Inclination of the instrument eut Horizontal Single Axis Dual Axes 21 22 How to set slopes 7 Turn the instrument on by pressing the Power control key Auto leveling will start 2 Press the X Y axis selection key once see page 11 The X axis lamp will flash To change to Y axis press the X Y key once again Pressing the X Y key toggles between X and Y axis selection J Select the axis for which you would like to set the slope Sample Laser pointing mode 4 Press the mode switch control and set your desired rotation mode scan mode level sensor mode laser pointing mode 5 Press the alignment control key once Laser beam will begin sloping to the direction of the key pressed in constant speed 6 Press the Alignment Control key once more Laser beam gradient will stop 7 Adjust the gradient with the Alignment Control key The speed of laser beam gradient will change according to the duration of time the Alignment Control key is being pressed The Manual mode lamp will illuminate The flashing lamp for the selected a A M Move the beam up or down by axis will change to solid after several seconds indicating that pressing the right or left alignmen the slope has been entered in the direction of the selected axis keys Cancelling slope settings Press the Auto manual leveling control key The instrument returns to auto leveling mode How to
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34. vates the X axis calibration mode Confirm that the X LED is lit OSTARTA Ma Center ae ee BE position Laser beam up or down 2 By pressing the right or left Alignment Control key move the X2 Mb laser beam up or down until its centered between marks Ma and Mb This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 40 NOTE When using the RC 40 select the X axis with the X Y axis selection key and move the laser beam up or down with the alignment key 32 J When the beam is precisely centered press the ENTER key This operation can be performed with the Remote Controller RC 40 When using the RC 40 press the ENTER key on the RC 40 unit The ENTER key for the RC 40 The same mark as the ENTER key for the instrument The X LED will flash When the flashing stops the X axis calibration adjustment is made and power is turned off 4 For Y axis calibration turn the unit as instructed in step 1 then press the X Y Axis Selection key This operation be performed with the Remote Controller RC 40 When using the RC 40 select the Y axis using the X Y axis selection key and move the laser beam up and down with the Alignment control key Confirm that the Y LED is lit then repeat steps 2 to 4 for the Y axis Repeat the checking procedure to confirm proper calibration has been made NOTE If the cali
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