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- Page 1 Spectra preciSion ® EPOCH 35 GNSS SYSTEM ®...
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Page 3: User Guide
USER GUIDE ® EPOCH 35 GNSS System Version 1.00 Revision A December 2008... - Page 4 This is the December 2008 release (Revision A) of the EPOCH 35 www.Spectra Precision.com/ev.shtml. GNSS System User Guide. It applies to version 1.00 of the EPOCH 35 Recycling in Europe: To recycle Spectra Precision WEEE (Waste GNSS receiver. Electrical and Electronic Equipment, products that run on electrical power.), Call +31 497 53 24 30, and ask for the "WEEE...
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Page 5: Safety Information
In some countries, the unit can be used without obtaining an end-user license. Other countries require end-user licensing. For licensing information, consult your local Spectra Precision dealer. Bluetooth operates in license- free bands. Before operating this receiver, determine if authorization or a license to operate the receiver is required in your country. -
Page 6: Exposure To Radio Frequency Radiation
FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the wireless radio shall be used in such a manner that the Spectra Precision receiver is 20 cm or further from the human body. The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations, which reflect the consensus of the scientific community. -
Page 7: Installing Antennas
Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery only in strict accordance with the instructions. Charging or using the battery in unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury and/or equipment damage. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 8: Cautions
– Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking. – Charge the Lithium-ion battery only in a Spectra Precision product that is specified to charge it. Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the battery charger. -
Page 9: Table Of Contents
About the EPOCH 35 L1/L2 GNSS system ....... . . - Page 10 Index........43 EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
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Page 11: Introduction
C H A P T E R Introduction In this chapter: Welcome to the EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide. This manual describes how to install, set About the EPOCH 35 L1/L2 GNSS ® ® up, and use a Spectra Precision... -
Page 12: About The Epoch 35 L1/L2 Gnss System
Introduction About the EPOCH 35 L1/L2 GNSS system The EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver uses an internal GNSS antenna and is designed for GNSS surveying applications. The base consists of a receiver, designed to operate with an external PacificCrest PDL radio (“PacCrest”), and an external battery. For information on the PacCrest radio and the external battery please refer to the documentation included with the radio kit. -
Page 13: Use And Care
Registration – register your receiver to automatically receive e-mail notifications • of receiver firmware upgrades and new functionality. Register electronically at www.spectraprecision.com/register/register.shtml. Contact your local Spectra Precision distributor for more information about the • support agreement contracts for software and firmware, and an extended warranty program for hardware. -
Page 14: Technical Assistance
If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation, contact your local distributor. Alternatively, request technical support using the Spectra Precision website at www.spectraprecision.com. Your comments Your feedback about the supporting documentation helps us to improve it with each revision. -
Page 15: Setup, Connection, And Cabling
This chapter provides general information on setup, connection, and cabling for the most Parts of the base receiver common uses of the receiver. Parts of the rover receiver Setup guidelines Base setup Rover setup EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 16: Parts Of The Base Receiver
COM 2 is a 7-pin 0-shell LEMO connector that supports RS-232 and external power input of 8–15 V. Port 2 has no power outputs. For more information, see Chapter 5, Default Settings Chapter 6, Cables and Connectors. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 17: Parts Of The Rover Receiver
8–15 V. For more information, see Chapter 5, Default Settings Chapter 6, Cables and Connectors. Use the TNC connector (not shown) to connect the radio antenna. • EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 18: Setup Guidelines
Slide the battery and compartment as a unit upward into the receiver until the battery compartment latches are locked into position. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 19: Base Setup
EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver and antenna Radio cable Extension pole Tribrach External radio External battery Figure 2.3 EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver, base setup Other system components 20.1 The base receiver requires the PacificCrest PDL HPB external radio. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 20: Rover Setup
Attach the controller bracket to the pole. Insert the controller into the bracket. EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver and antenna Spectra Precision controller Figure 2.4 EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver set up as a rover receiver EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 21: Configuring The Internal Rover Radio
Setup, Connection, and Cabling Configuring the internal rover radio 20.1 To configure the internal radio in the EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver, use the receiver control panel. By default, the internal radio has only a few “test” frequencies installed at the factory. - Page 22 Setup, Connection, and Cabling EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
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Page 23: General Operation
C H A P T E R General Operation In this chapter: This section describes how to use the EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver as well as the controls on the front Batteries and power panel that you need for general operation. -
Page 24: Batteries And Power
When there is no external power source connected, or if the external power supply fails, the internal battery is used. Base receiver 31.2 The base receiver is powered by an external 12 V battery, which lasts 12 hours in continuous use. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 25: Charging And Storing Batteries
– If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention. Do not rub your eyes! – If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing, immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 26: Charging The Lithium-Ion Battery
General operation The following figure shows the control panel of the receiver. The LED display provides power, radio, post-processing controls, and SV status information. Power button LED display Scroll buttons Enter button EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 27: Power Button
(in first position) You are in a sub-menu. Press to return to the main menu. ! or @ (in last position) Additional items or options are available. Use the buttons to access them. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... - Page 28 Once the GPS status is updated, the first character indicates the quality of position as described below, followed by the number of satellites being tracked: Autonomous • Base mode • Float solution • Fix solution • EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
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Page 29: Main Menu
If this message Then ... appears ... Low Bat! the battery has dropped to an unusable level and power will shut off automatically. Wait the receiver is detecting a device plugged into a COM port. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 30: Selecting The Radio Mode
NO SD appears, insert an SD card to store the post processing files. Note – You must insert the SD card before the receiver is powered up to be initialized for data storage. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 31: Resetting To Defaults
To reset the receiver to its default settings, turn the device on and off. Cycling power to reset the receiver will not change the data logging settings—the most recent changes that were made are preserved. See also Default settings, page EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... - Page 32 General Operation EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
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Page 33: Specifications
C H A P T E R Specifications In this chapter: This chapter lists the receiver specifications. Physical specifications Positioning specifications Technical specifications EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 34: Physical Specifications
Typically <5 m 3DRMS differential positioning accuracy Accuracy and reliability may be subject to anomalies such as multipath, obstructions, satellite geometry, and atmospheric conditions. Always follow recommended survey practices. WAAS/EGNOS-capable GPS receiver dependant on field software application. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 35: Technical Specifications
RTCM 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.0, CMR Rover • Integrated receive-only UHF data link • RTCM 2.3 & 3.0, CMR, CMR+, NTRIP Bluetooth Type approvals are country specific. For more information, contact your Spectra Precision dealer. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... - Page 36 Specifications EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
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Page 37: Default Settings
C H A P T E R Default Settings In this chapter: The following describes the default settings shipped with the EPOCH 35 GNSS system. Default settings Default behavior EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 38: Default Settings
This is true in all of the following situations: it is the first time that the receiver has been used • the receiver has been reset to its factory defaults • EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 39: Cables And Connectors
C H A P T E R Cables and Connectors In this chapter: This chapter provides pinout information for the EPOCH 35 GNSS receiver standard and optional Port 1 and 2 connectors cables. This information can be used to prepare... -
Page 40: Port 1 And 2 Connectors
Cables and Connectors Port 1 and 2 connectors Figure 6.1 Port 1 connector pinouts Pinout function, Port 1 – 7-pin LEMO Signal ground Power ground + Power in TRXD EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 41: Rtcm Output
A P P E N D I X RTCM Output In this appendix: Generated messages Message scheduling EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 42: Generated Messages
The 4th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that 59-sub, 13 The 5th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that 1004 Every second 1006 Every 10 seconds 1008 Every 10 seconds 1013 Every 300 seconds EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting
A P P E N D I X Troubleshooting In this appendix: Receiver issues EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 44: Receiver Issues
If the radio light flashes, but Check to ensure that the same correction format that there are no float or fixed is set on the base is used on the rover. positions. EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide... -
Page 45: Index
36 European Council Directive 89/336/EEC 2 Bluetooth wireless technology 10 button enter 25 power 25 factory defaults, Epoch 35 GNSS receiver 35 scroll 25 features, receiver 10 select 25 fix solution 26 float solution 26 flow control, default setting 36... - Page 46 32 features 10 output formats, RTCM 10 inserting the internal battery 16 setup 13 turn off 25 turn on 25 registration 11 PacificCrest PDL HPB radio 10 reset, soft 42 panel controls 24 EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
- Page 47 16 size 32 soft reset 42 specifications physical 32 positioning 32 start-up 33 technical 33 static surveying 10 storage temperature 32 support agreement contracts 11 switching the receiver on and off 25 EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
- Page 48 Index EPOCH 35 GNSS System User Guide...
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