able of Contents Preface ............... xi Terms and Conditions..........xi Regulatory Information ..........xiv Manual Conventions........... xvi Chapter 1 Introduction ............1-1 Overview ..............1-1 Principles of Operation ..........1-2 GPS Overview ............. 1-2 Calculating Positions ........1-3 GPS Positioning ..........1-4 Conclusion ............
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Collecting Almanacs ..........2-49 Chapter 3 Setup and Survey ..........3-1 HiPer+ Receiver Setup ..........3-1 Set up HiPer+ Receiver ........3-2 Measure Antenna Height ........3-2 Collect Data ............3-4 Surveying with the HiPer+ ........3-5 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Table of Contents Static Survey ............3-5 Kinematic Survey ..........3-9 Stop and Go Survey ........3-9 Kinematic Continuous ........3-11 Real-time Kinematic Survey ....... 3-12 Setting up an RTK Base Station ....3-12 Setting up an RTK Rover ......3-17 Chapter 4 Operation ............
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USB Connector ........... B-13 Appendix C Safety Warnings ..........C-1 General Warnings ............C-1 Internal Battery Pack Warnings ......... C-2 Usage Warnings ............C-3 Appendix D UHF Radio Usage ..........D-1 Appendix E Warranty Terms ..........E-1 Index Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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ist of Figures Chapter 1 Introduction ............1-1 HiPer+ Receiver ............1-1 HiPer+ Radome ............. 1-14 HiPer+ Front Panel ............1-15 HiPer+ Back Panel ............1-16 Chapter 2 Configuration ............ 2-1 PC-CDU Main Screen ........... 2-8 Click File->Connect ............2-8 Bluetooth and RS232 Connection Parameters ....
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List of Figures Legacy-E Base Station Setup ........3-13 Set All Parameters to Defaults ........3-14 Receiver Configuration – Positioning ......3-14 Base Tab Configuration ..........3-15 Base Configuration – Ports ........... 3-16 HiPer+ Rover Station Setup .......... 3-18 Rover Tab Configuration ..........3-19 Rover Configuration –...
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List of Figures Program Tab Settings ........... 4-28 Bluetooth Firmware Load Complete ......4-28 Appendix B Specifications ............ B-1 Power Connector ............B-11 RS232 Connector ............B-12 USB Connector ............. B-13 viii Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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ist of Tables Chapter 1 Introduction ............1-1 Euro Card Options ............1-13 Chapter 2 Configuration ............ 2-1 Data Recording Parameter Behavior ......2-29 Chapter 3 Setup and Survey ..........3-1 HiPer+ Antenna Offset Measurements ......3-3 Chapter 4 Operation ............4-1 FN Key Functions and REC LED Status ......
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List of Tables Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications ........... B-10 Power Connector Specifications ........B-11 RS232 Connector Specifications ........B-12 USB Connector Specifications ........B-13 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Thank you for purchasing this Topcon product. The materials available in this Manual (the “Manual”) have been prepared by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. (“TPS”) for owners of Topcon products. It is designed to assist owners with the use of the HiPer+ and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”).
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Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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Terms and Conditions PERSON OR ENTITY IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE HIPER+. LICENSE AGREEMENT – Use of any computer programs or software supplied by TPS or downloaded from a TPS website (the “Software”) in connection with the HiPer+ constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions in this Manual and an agreement to abide by these Terms and Conditions.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Regulatory Information installations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Supplementary information that can have an affect on system operation, system performance, measurements, or personal safety. CAUTION Notification that an action has the potential to adversely affect system operation, system performance, data integrity, or personal health. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Manual Conventions WARNING Notification that an action will result in system damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal injury. ANGER NDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS ACTION BE PERFORMED xvii 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com...
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• The Option Authorized File (OAF) Figure 1-1. HiPer+ Receiver Overview Topcon Positioning System’s HiPer+ is a dual-frequency, GPS+ receiver built to be the most advanced and compact receiver for the surveying market. The HiPer+ is a multi-function, multi- purpose receiver intended for precision markets. Precision...
States Department of Defense (DoD), is a network of up to 28 satellites (at time of printing) orbiting the earth every 12 hours. The Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), is the Russian Federation Ministry of Defense counterpart to Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Principles of Operation GPS. At any one time, with a standard 15 degree angle, up to 10 or 12 GPS satellites are visible from any point on earth. When a receiver can also track GLONASS satellites, between 10 and 16 satellites are visible. The GPS and GLONASS network has three components: •...
GPS signals. –The more satellites in view, the stronger the signal, the lower the DOP number, providing more accurate positioning. • Availability – The availability of satellites affects the calculation of valid positions. The more visible Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
–Several algorithms to detect and correct faulty information. Conclusion Surveyors can use Topcon GPS+ receivers to collect data from a network of satellites and control stations to triangulate precise points anywhere on Earth. This overview simply outlines the basics of GPS and GLONASS positioning.
The following software will also be useful for operating, caring for and using your HiPer+ receiver, and may be required for some applications. • FLoader – Topcon’s firmware loader; available on the Topcon website. • PDLCONF from Pacific Crest – radio configuration program included with Base station package;...
Li-Ion batteries, a Bluetooth™ wireless technology module, and two Euro cards. One of those cards is the GPS+ 1. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license. 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com...
Radio Modem The HiPer+ incorporates an internal modem for receiving 1-10 data from a Base station. The Base station’s modem transmits the carrier phase and code measurements along Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Getting Acquainted with the reference station information (i.e., location and description) to the rover modem. Your HiPer+ may be equipped with one of the following communication boards (however, your receiver may also be configured without a radio/modem): • UHF modem – a Pacific Crest PDL (Positioning Data Link) modem;...
GPS receiver board and power board must be loaded with firmware from the same package. GPS+ receiver board The HiPer+ is supplied with a Euro-112 card capable of processing GPS L1/L2 and GLONASS L1/L2 signals. 1-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Getting Acquainted Table 1-1 lists the options available for this card. Table 1-1. Euro Card Options Euro Card Model Available Options Euro-112 (HE_GGD) G: GPS L1 GD: GPS L1/L2 GG: GPS/GLONASS L1 GGD: GPS/GLONASS L1/L2 A WAAS-enabled TPS receiver allows simultaneous tracking of two WAAS satellites.
This is a BNC female connector for Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, or a TNC female connector for spread spectrum and GSM modems. Bottom Panel • Receiver serial number 1-14 • Receiver part number • Antenna Reference Point (ARP) Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Getting Acquainted Front Panel Figure 1-3 shows the front panel components. MINTER Reset USB Power Figure 1-3. HiPer+ Front Panel • MINTER – The Minimum INTERface for the HiPer+ receiver. The MINTER consists of two keys and four, three-color LEDs. See “Using the MINTER”...
Figure 1-4 shows the back panel components. Vent Plug Slant Height Measure Mark Figure 1-4. HiPer+ Back Panel • Vent plug – Equalizes the pressure between the 1-16 inside of the receiver and the outside environment. • Slant height measure mark (SHMM) Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Option Authorized File (OAF) Option Authorized File (OAF) Topcon Positioning Systems issues an Option Authorized File (OAF) to enable the specific options that customers purchase. An Option Authorized File allows customers to customize and configure the HiPer+ according to particular needs, thus only purchasing those options needed.
Chapter 2 onfiguration This chapter describes: • HiPer+ power supply • Connecting the receiver and a computer • HiPer+ configuration • Minimum INTERface (MINTER) configuration • Radio configuration • Bluetooth module configuration • Collecting almanacs Before you can use your HiPer+ receiver, you need to: 1.
The speed of the charge depends on the Power and Charger settings on the PC-CDU Receiver Configuration screen, and whether the receiver is turned off or on. See “Power Management” on page 2-15 for more information on these settings. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Powering the HiPer+ The Li-Ion batteries used in the HiPer+ should run at no less than 98% capacity after 500 charging cycles. These batteries do not need to be drained before recharging. External Batteries In addition to the internal batteries, you can use your HiPer+ with external batteries.
To turn Off the receiver, press the green power key for more than one and less than four seconds (until both the STAT and the REC LEDs turn off). This delay (about 1 second) will prevent the receiver from being turned off by mistake. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer To configure, manage files, or maintain the HiPer+, you need to connect the receiver and a computer using: • The HiPer+, a Bluetooth-enabled external device (computer), and PC-CDU. •...
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1. Connect your receiver and a computer using an RS232 cable (see “Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection” on page 2-7). 2. Click Configuration->Receiver->General. 3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, ensure the Slot 3 (B) check box is enabled. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
3. Continue with Step 1 in “Establishing a PC-CDU Connection” on page 2-7. Establishing a USB Cable Connection Make sure you have installed Topcon’s USB driver (available from http://www.topcongps.com/software/updates.html) before continuing. 1. Using the USB cable, connect the USB port on the receiver to a USB port on the computer.
• Set the Connection mode (Direct). • Set the port for your computer (typically COM1) from the Port drop-down list. • Set the communication rate between the receiver and the computer (usually 115200) from the Baud rate drop- down list. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer Figure 2-3. Bluetooth and RS232 Connection Parameters Select the following parameters for USB connections (Figure 2-4) and click Connect: • Set the Connection mode (Direct). • Set the port for your computer (USB) from the Port drop-down list.
Refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual to manage all possible HiPer+ receiver configurations. The following configuration is recommended for the most common applications. However, you can select configuration parameters as needed for your particular jobsite. 2-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
HiPer+ Configuration NOTICE Click Apply after making any configuration change, otherwise your receiver will not accept the change. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure. 2. Once connected, click on Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-6).
If your jobsite is in an area that has obstructions (buildings, trees, etc.), and/or the antenna location is near reflective objects, configure the receiver to reduce errors from these sources. WARNING Do not make other changes without consulting the PC-CDU User’s Manual. 2-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
PC-CDU or clearing the NVRAM. Power Management You can use Topcon’s PC-CDU software to manage your receiver’s power. The complete description of PC-CDU exceeds the scope of this manual, but can be found in the PC-CDU User’s Manual.
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• Battery A – receiver will consume power from battery A. • Battery B – receiver will consume power from battery B. • External – receiver will use an external power supply. 2-16 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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HiPer+ Configuration 4. Select the Charger Mode drop-down list to set the desired charger mode (Figure 2-15). Current Mode displays the charging battery: a, b, or none (off). Figure 2-15. Select Charger Mode • Off – receiver will not charge batteries. •...
• Off – the power will be absent even if the receiver is turned on. • Always – the power board will deliver voltage on pin one of all serial port connectors even if the receiver is turned off. 2-18 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
HiPer+ Configuration 6. Select the Power output modes Slots drop-down list to set power output on internal slots (Figure 2-17). Figure 2-17. Select Power Output Modes – Slots • On – all slots are powered if the receiver is turned on. •...
(Figure 2-19). 9. Select and check the Enable Low Power Mode check box to put the receiver’s processor into low power consumption mode (Figure 2-19). Figure 2-19. Enable and Apply Power Settings 10. Click Apply. 2-20 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
HiPer+ Configuration Charging Internal Batteries Use one of the following conditions for maximum battery charge speed. • The receiver is turned off. Power Mode and Charger Mode are set to Auto. See “Power Management” on page 2-15 for setting these parameters. •...
(Power and FN) and four LEDs (STAT, REC, BATT, and RX) that control and display the receiver’s operation (Figure 2-20). Power key Reset Key BATT (battery LED) STAT (status LED) 2-22 REC (recording LED) RX (modem LED) FN key (function/recording) Figure 2-20. HiPer+ MINTER Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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MINTER Configuration The MINTER allows the user to perform numerous functions: • Turn the receiver on or off, put it in Sleep mode or Zero power mode. • Turn data recording on or off (FN key). • Change the receiver’s information mode. •...
MINTER Configuration Figure 2-23. Receiver Configuration – MINTER Tab Recording Interval parameter This parameter specifies the message output interval into the log file when the MINTER FN key (pressed for 1–5 seconds) activates data logging. This setting is used not only when logging a single log file, but also when logging receiver data in AFRM mode.
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When opening a new log file, the receiver enables the default set of messages outputted with the default output period. 2-26 Both the default set of messages and the default output period are programmable. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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MINTER Configuration • Period – specifies the time duration of each log file created in AFRM mode. Values are 60 to 86400 seconds. The default value is 3600 seconds. • Phase – specifies the “phase” (constant time shift) of creating multiple log files in AFRM mode.
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Table 2-1 gives the different scenarios available and the results after power is restored to the receiver. “Specified file” 2-28 refers to the file name entered in the Always append to file parameter. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
MINTER Configuration Table 2-1. Data Recording Parameter Behavior Enabled Radio Button Results Before Power Failure Always Data logging will Receiver will Receiver will Receiver not resume when resume data resume data data logged power is restored. logging to the logging to the to file same file when same file when...
PC and proceed with the radio configuration. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure. Use a 38400 baud rate. 2-30 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Radio Configuration 2. Once connected, click on File->Manual Mode to create a daisy chain between the receiver’s port (A or D) and the HiPer+ PDL modem (Figure 2-24). Figure 2-24. File->Manual Mode 3. Type each of the following commands, pressing Enter (or clicking Send command) after each command.
5. Run the PDL Radio Configuration Program (pdlconf.exe) from Pacific Crest (Figure 2-26 on page 2-33). Make sure you have the latest version (2.20 or higher). Upgrades for this software are available on the Pacific Crest website (www.paccrst.com/download/ upgrade.htm). 2-32 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Radio Configuration Figure 2-26. PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen 6. Click the Pacific Crest logo in the upper left corner of the main screen (Figure 2-27). Figure 2-27. PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu 2-33 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com...
Configuration 7. From the pop-up menu, click Set Capture Method ->Soft Break (Figure 2-28). Figure 2-28. Set Capture Method->Soft Break 8. Click Load to connect to the radio (Figure 2-29). Figure 2-29. Click Load 2-34 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Radio Configuration 9. On the Identification tab, type Owner information (Figure 2-30). Figure 2-30. PDL Identification Tab The Identification screen supplies current information concerning firmware version, serial number, frequency, and power of the radio modem. 10. Click the Radio Link tab and set the following parameters (Figure 2-31 on page 2-36): •...
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11. Click the Serial Interface tab and set the following parameters (Figure 2-32 on page 2-37): • Baud Rate – 38400 • Parity – None NOTICE Parity should always be set to None. • Mode – Transparent w/EOT Timeout 2-36 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Radio Configuration Figure 2-32. PDL Serial Interface Tab 12. If you made changes, click the Program button on the left of the screen to save them to the modem’s memory (Figure 2-33). Figure 2-33. PDL – Click Program 2-37 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com...
15. Click File->Connect. 16. On the Connection Parameters screen, select a baud rate of 38400 and enable the Manual mode only check box (Figure 2-35), then click Connect. 2-38 Figure 2-35. Connection Parameters – Manual Mode Only Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Radio Configuration 17. On the Manual Mode screen, write the following commands, pressing Enter (or clicking Send command) after each command. When finished, you should have six responses (Figure 2-36). QUIT %%set,cur/term/imode,cmd %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/dev/null %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,cmd %%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400 %%set,cur/term/rate,115200 Figure 2-36. Manual Mode Command Responses 18.
20cm between the user and the GSM radio modem. To access your GSM radio modem, you will need to use Topcon’s FC-1000 external controller and TopSURV. Refer to the TopSURV Reference Manual or the TopSURV User’s Manual for more detailed configuration information.
Radio Configuration 3. Click Job->Config->Survey to open the Select Survey Config dialog box (Figure 2-37). Figure 2-37. Select a Survey Configuration 4. From the GPS+ Config drop-down list, select My RTK, or the name of your GPS+ survey configuration, and click the “...”...
Base or Rover (Figure 2-39). 2-42 Figure 2-39. Set Base or Rover Cell Phone Parameters • For the Base radio – If your GSM modem does not require a PIN, leave this field blank. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Bluetooth Module Configuration The Base radio is the Slave, only receiving calls from Rover stations, so no phone number to call is required. • For the Rover radio – If your GSM modem does not require a PIN, leave this field blank. The Rover radio is the Master, sending calls to the Base station.
(usually COM1) to the receiver’s serial port A. 2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on. 3. Run the Bluetooth module configuration program (Btconf.exe) (Figure 2-40). 2-44 Figure 2-40. Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Bluetooth Module Configuration Notice that the lower left corner shows a “Disconnected” status for the computer and Bluetooth module. For BTCONF version and copyright information, click the About button. 4. From the drop-down list in the upper left corner, select the computer serial port (usually COM1) used for communication (Figure 2-41).
The security section allows you to set data security and unauthorized access parameters for the Bluetooth module. 7. Enter up to 14 characters to set a unique name for the Bluetooth module (Figure 2-43), and click Apply. 2-46 Figure 2-43. BTCONF Parameters Tab Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Bluetooth Module Configuration 8. To set security parameters (Figure 2-44), enter and enable the following, then click Apply: • Bluetooth PIN – enter up to 16 characters to specify a personal identification number for the Bluetooth module. • Encryption – enable to have the Bluetooth module encrypt wirelessly sent data.
Bluetooth module replies and corresponding commands on the computer terminal. If needed, click Apply. Figure 2-45. BTCONF Serial Interface Tab 10. Click Disconnect then Exit (Figure 2-46) to quit BTCONF. Figure 2-46. Click Disconnect then Exit 2-48 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Collecting Almanacs Collecting Almanacs Each satellite broadcasts a message (almanac) which gives the approximate orbit for itself and all other satellites. If the receiver has an almanac, you can considerably reduce the time needed to search for and lock on to satellite signals. The receiver regularly updates the almanac and stores the most recent almanac in its Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM).
Chapter 3 etup and Survey This chapter describes: • HiPer+ setup • RTK Base station setup • RTK Rover setup • Basic surveying with the HiPer+ Your HiPer+ can be used as a Rover station or a Base station with an optional external radio.
(ARP) located on the bottom of the receiver at the base of the mounting threads. • Slant – measured from the marker to the lower edge of the antenna slant height measure mark (SHMM) located on both end panels of the receiver. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
HiPer+ Receiver Setup 4. Measure the antenna height above the point or marker. Figure 3-1 illustrates the antenna offsets and Table 3-1 gives the offset measurements. (See Figure 1-3 on page 1-15 and Figure 1-4 on page 1-16 for the exact SHMM location.) SHMM 30.50mm...
10. Release the FN key when the REC (recording) LED light turns green. This indicates that a file has opened and data collection has started. The REC LED blinks each time data is saved to the internal memory. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ You can use PC-CDU to configure data logging. See “MINTER Configuration” on page 2-22 or refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for more information. 11. When finished, press and hold the FN key until the REC LED light goes out.
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HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure. 2. Open PC-CDU, click Configuration->Receiver ->MINTER and specify the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-2 on page 3-7): • Recording Interval – 15 seconds Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ • Elevation Mask Angle – 15 degrees • File Name Prefix – last 3 digits of receiver serial number • LED blink mode switch – enable to start and stop static data recording using the FN key Figure 3-2.
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Apply (Figure 3-4): • Enable Co-Op tracking – enable • Static mode – enable Figure 3-4. Advanced->Loop Management 5. Set up each antenna and receiver as described in “HiPer+ Receiver Setup” on page 3-1. 6. Begin your survey. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ Kinematic Survey You can use the kinematic survey method for either a Stop and go survey or a Kinematic continuous (trajectory) survey. Stop and Go Survey The stationary receiver (Base station) is set up at a known point such as a survey monument, or an unknown point.
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Turn off the Rover if needed. This method of GPS survey allows the operator to reduce the point occupation time, thus permitting field crews to survey many more points compared to the other methods 3-10 available. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ Kinematic Continuous Kinematic continuous surveying, also known as trajectory surveying, allows the Rover to move without having to stand still, record data, move to another point, and do it all again. If the surveyor knows the coordinates of the starting point, the rover will not need to be initialized.
2. Connect an external modem to port C for a Legacy-E or port D for the HiPer+. 3. Set up hardware as shown in Figure 3-6 on page 3-13. This setup shows a Legacy-E Base station setup. 3-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ Figure 3-6. Legacy-E Base Station Setup NOTICE Connect the radio antenna before switching the modem to the transmitting mode. 4. Press the power key on the receiver. 5. Check the STAT light for tracked satellites. 6. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer”on page 2-5 for this procedure.
MINTER tab. Specify desired settings. Refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for more information. 10. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask parameter to 15 (Figure 3-8). 3-14 Figure 3-8. Receiver Configuration – Positioning Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ 11. Select the Base tab and set the following parameters (Figure 3-9): • GPS/GLO at one time – enable • Antenna position – enter Lat, Lon, and Alt values. Click Get from receiver. Enable Averaged and enter the Averaged Span in seconds, then click Apply.
For Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, use a 38400 baud rate. For Spread Spectrum 915 MHz/2.4 GHz modems, use a 19200 baud rate. Figure 3-10. Base Configuration – Ports 3-16 13. Click Apply. The receiver begins sending data to the selected port. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ If using a Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) external modem, follow these steps to configure this modem: 14. When finished with the previous steps, press the power button on the external modem. 15. Select the radio transmission power using the Low/ High toggle on the rear panel of the modem.
“Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer”on page 2-5 for this procedure. 3. Click Configuration->Receiver. 4. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask (degrees) parameter to 15 (Figure 3-8 on page 3-14). 3-18 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ 5. Select the Rover tab and set the desired Positioning Mode (Figure 3-12). Figure 3-12. Rover Tab Configuration If you selected RTK Float or RTK Fixed, adjust the following RTK Parameters settings: • Select Extrapolation or Delay. –Extrapolation is for low-latency, high frequency output (>= 5 Hz) RTK applications.
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For Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, use a 38400 baud rate. For Spread Spectrum 915 MHz/2.4 GHz modems, use a 19200 baud rate. 3-20 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Surveying with the HiPer+ Figure 3-13. Rover Configuration – Ports 7. Click Apply. 8. Click OK to close the Receiver Configuration screen. 9. On the main screen (Figure 3-14), check the LQ field to ensure the receiver obtains differential corrections. Usually, the receiver will start to output the coordinates of the antenna’s phase center along with the solution type within 10–30 seconds.
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If the receiver is not (for some reason) receiving differential corrections, or if none of the ports has been configured to receive differential corrections, the LQ 3-22 field will either be empty or it will look like this: 100%(999,0000,0000). Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
• Clearing the NVRAM • Changing receiver modes • Checking and loading firmware Using the MINTER The MINTER (Figure 4-1) is Topcon’s Minimum INTERface used to display and control data input and output. Power key Reset Key BATT (battery LED)
During the first second of pressing the FN key, the REC LED is orange. • Pressing the FN key for more than one and less than five seconds will start/stop data recording. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Using the MINTER During data recording the REC LED is green. If the REC LED is red, the receiver has run out of memory, has a hardware problem, or contains an improper OAF (see “Option Authorized File (OAF)” on page 1-17 for more information on OAFs). •...
If FN key mode is “Occupation mode switch” Green Release to start recording (Kinematic or Static post-processing occupation mode) Pressed for 5–8 Release to turn serial port A baud seconds rate to 9600 bps. Pressed for > 8 No light No function. seconds Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Using the MINTER Table 4-1. FN Key Functions and REC LED Status FN Key REC LED Status When data recording is on, and the FN key is... No free memory; hardware problem with data recording. If FN key mode is “LED blink mode switch” Green Data recording started (post- processing occupation mode...
• No light – the modem is off. • Green – the modem is on, but signal reception has not started. • Orange – the modem is receiving a signal. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Using the MINTER Information Modes The HiPer+ has two information modes: Normal and Extended Information Mode (EIM). Normal In normal mode, the STAT LED indicates the number of tracked satellites and the position’s computation status. Extended Information Mode (EIM) Extended Information Mode is used for receiver testing purposes.
HiPer+. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure. Enable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 4-2 on page 4-9). Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
6. Select the file(s) you want to download (Figure 4-5 on page 4-11). To select multiple files, hold down the Shift key and click on nonsequential files to select several files at once; or, hold down the Ctrl key and click on individual files. 4-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Downloading Files to a Computer Figure 4-5. Download Files 7. Click the Download button. During the download, status indicators display next to each file (Figure 4-6). • Blue indicator – file in queue for downloading. • Red indicator – file currently downloading. •...
Use the following steps to delete files from your receiver. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure. Enable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 4-8). 4-12 Figure 4-8. Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Deleting Files 2. Click File->File Manager (Figure 4-9). Figure 4-9. File->Manager 3. On the Download files tab or Current log files tab, select the file(s) you want to delete (Figure 4-10). To select multiple files, hold down the Shift key and click on nonsequential files to select several files at once;...
Figure 4-11. Click Disconnect then Exit Checking an OAF For a complete list of options and their details, visit the Topcon website. You can check the status of your receiver’s options, and load any new OAF, using the RS232 cable, a computer, and PC-CDU.
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Checking an OAF The Option Manager screen displays (Figure 4-13 on page 4-16) and contains the following information: • Option name – a name/description of the option • Current – the current status of the option • Purchased – if the option is purchased or not •...
Operation Figure 4-13. Option Manager 3. When finished, click Exit on the Option Manager screen, then click File->Disconnect to prevent conflicts with serial port management. 4-16 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Loading an OAF Loading an OAF Topcon Positioning System dealers provide customers with OAF files. For any OAF related questions, E-mail TPS at options@topconps.com. Please have your receiver ID number available (see “Checking Firmware Version” on page 4-21). 1. To load a new OAF, follow steps one and two in “Checking an OAF”...
(around 15 minutes). 4-18 Clearing the NVRAM of your receiver will not delete any files already recorded in your receiver’s memory. However, it will reset your receiver to factory default values. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Clearing the NVRAM In addition, the NVRAM is used to keep information about the receiver file system. Note that after clearing the NVRAM, the receiver's STAT LED will flash orange for a few seconds indicating that the receiver is scanning and checking the file system.
This 4-20 means that if you fully charge your receiver, turn it off and store it, the receiver will drain its battery power in less than two months. To stop the power board and Bluetooth module Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Checking Firmware Version from draining the batteries, put your receiver in Zero Power Mode. 1. Turn on your receiver. 2. Press and hold the power key for more than 8 seconds, but less than 14 seconds. 3. Release the power key when both LEDs become red. When the LEDs turn off, your receiver will be in Zero Power Mode.
TPS or your dealer: • Receiver model • Receiver ID • Firmware version 3. When finished, click OK, then click File->Disconnect to prevent conflicts with serial port management. 4-22 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Loading New Firmware Loading New Firmware Base and Rover receivers must be loaded with the same firmware version. Use the latest firmware version, available for download from the TPS website, to ensure your receiver has access to the most recent updates. The receiver board and power board must be loaded with firmware from the same package.
These files must come from the same firmware package. 1. In FLoader, select the Device tab and set the Device Type as Receiver (Figure 4-19). Figure 4-19. Get Device Type 2. Click Get from Device for device information (Figure 4-19). 4-24 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Loading New Firmware 3. Select the Program tab and set the Capture Method to Soft Break Capture (recommended) (Figure 4-20). Figure 4-20. Program Tab Settings 4. Browse for and select the receiver board’s RAM file and Flash file (Figure 4-20). 5.
Reselect the correct file. 11. Click File->Exit. 12. Clear the receiver’s NVRAM (see “Clearing the NVRAM” on page 4-18) and update the almanac (see “Collecting Almanacs” on page 2-49) after loading new firmware. 4-26 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Loading New Firmware Bluetooth Module Firmware Bluetooth module firmware is released as a compressed file that you download and decompress. This file contains the following two files: • btloader.ldr – the Bluetooth module RAM file • btmain.ldp – the Bluetooth module Flash file NOTICE You must load both files when loading new firmware.
(Figure 4-25). Figure 4-25. Bluetooth Firmware Load Complete NOTICE If you selected an incorrect RAM or Flash file, an error message displays at the bottom of the dialog box. Reselect the correct file. 4-28 6. Click File->Exit. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Chapter 5 roubleshooting In general, as long as you follow the maintenance and safety instructions provided in this manual, you should have few problems with your HiPer+. This chapter will help you diagnose and solve some common problems you may encounter with your HiPer+ receiver.
“Powering the HiPer+” on page 2-2. but internal batteries are discharged. The receiver may have If after charging your internal batteries a defective charger or overnight, and your HiPer+ is not defective internal powering, contact TPS Customer batteries. Support for advice. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Receiver Problems Receiver Problems The following are some of the most commonly encountered receiver problems. Problem The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or external controller. Causes Solutions The receiver’s Port B 1. Connect your receiver and a has been disabled, computer using an RS232 cable preventing wireless...
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Problem The receiver tracks too few satellites. Causes Solutions The elevation mask • Lower the elevation mask. value is too high (e.g., • See page 2-25 for information on above 15 degrees). setting the elevation mask. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Receiver Problems The survey is • Check that the Multipath Reduction conducted near boxes have been enabled. obstructions (tree 1. Connect your receiver and a canopy, tall buildings, computer and start PC-CDU. etc.). See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5. 2.
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The Base and Rover • Set the Base and Rover receivers to modems are set to the same radio channel. different radio • See “Radio Configuration” on channels. page 2-30. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Receiver Problems A discrepancy exists Ensure the Base and Rover receivers between the use the same corrections input/output differential standards format: used at the Base and 1. Connect your receiver and a Rover receivers. computer and start PC-CDU. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer”...
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The receiver has • Delete unnecessary files (see already logged 256 “Deleting Files” on page 4-12) files into the internal • Use the AFRM feature. See memory. “Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) parameters” on page 2-26. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Bluetooth Problems Bluetooth Problems The following are some of the most commonly encountered error messages. BTCONF reports the error messages in the status bar. Error Message Can’t find receiver. Causes Solutions The receiver is turned Ensure the receiver has power and is off.
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2. Click Configuration->Receiver ->General. 3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 3 (B) check box. The Bluetooth module Close the connection with the device, is linked with another then connect to your receiver. device. 5-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Bluetooth Problems The Bluetooth 1. Put your receiver in Zero Power module’s processor is Mode. See “Zero Power Mode” on overloaded. page 4-20 for details. 2. Press the Reset key for about one second to return the receiver to normal mode. 3.
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1. If you changed settings for your settings may have Bluetooth module, remove it from changed. the list of discovered Bluetooth devices using the Bluetooth manager program (supplied with the device used to manage the receiver). 5-12 2. Repeat the search. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Appendix A reating Scripts Script files allow you to save manual commands into one file. You can then load this single script instead of typing each individual command. Use the following procedure to create script files. For more information on script files, see the PC-CDU User’s Manual.
1. Click Load script on the Manual Mode dialog box. 2. Navigate to the folder that contains your script file. 3. Select the appropriate script file and click Open. 4. Press Enter or click Send command to run the script file. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Appendix B pecifications This TPS product is a 40-channel GPS+ (GPS and GLONASS) receiver with an internal antenna, an internal UHF or GSM radio, a Bluetooth wireless technology module, and a rugged aluminum housing complete with MINTER and cable connectors. HiPer+ Specifications Table B-1 lists HiPer+ component details.
HiPer+ Specifications Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Component Details UHF Radio modem Internal Rx or External Tx/Rx GSM modem Europe and Asia – 900/1800 MHz USA and Canada – 900/1900 MHz Bluetooth Module specifications Type Class 2 Service classes Miscellaneous Supported profiles LM, L2CAP, SDP, PPP Frequency Country North America and Europe...
Battery weight 165 g (1 battery) Number of built-in 2 batteries batteries Change battery non-detachable battery Operating time ~11.5 hours with UHF PDL Radio ON ~13.5 hours with UHF PDL Radio OFF External power 1 port Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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-30 C° to + 60 C° with batteries temperature Storage temperature -40 C° to +75 C° with batteries Physical Enclosure Aluminum extrusion, rainproof Color Topcon Yellow Dimensions W:158.5 x H:113 x D:173 mm Weight 1.72 kg Antenna Internal Battery Two internal...
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1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional Output interval for 1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional RTCM correction data Elevation mask 0 to 90 deg (independent of data logging Multi-base DGPS Differential correction select mode: Nearest, Mix, Best (optional) Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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HiPer+ Specifications Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Component Details Correction format CMR2/CMR+ (Trimble compatible), RTCM SC104 Ver 2.2 or 2.3 RTCM message type 3, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22; user selectable Reverse RTK Will be available in future Ambiguity initialize OTF (L1, L1/L2) Baseline Length Up to 50km in the morning and evening.
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Co-op tracking loop On/Off, Static Mode, Bandwidth of individual PLL, setting Bandwidth of common PLL Smoothing interval Code and Carrier WAAS/EGNOS Standard Battery Charger (AC Adapter) Size W:60 x L:112 x H:36 mm Weight 235 g Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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6 hours for 90% Charge Cinderella days is an option that turns a single frequency, GPS receiver into a dual-frequency, GPS+GLONASS receiver for 24 hours every other Tuesday at GPS midnight. Refer to Topcon’s website for more information and specific Cinderella day dates. NOTICE...
RF input from PDL antenna Spread Spectrum modem (TPS) or GSM modem connector type (Table B-3) is a TNC RF connector. Table B-3. Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications Type Signal Name Details Modem I/O RF input from modem antenna B-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Connector Specifications Power Connector The power connector (Figure B-1) is a sealed receptacle, 5 pin, ODU part number G80F1C-T05QF00-0000. Figure B-1. Power Connector Table B-4 gives power connector specifications. Table B-4. Power Connector Specifications Number Signal Name Details Power_INP 6 to 28 volts DC input Power_INP 6 to 28 volts DC input Power_GND...
Table B-5 gives the RS232 cable connector specifications. Table B-5. RS232 Connector Specifications Number Signal Name Details Power_OUT Power Output (I<0.2 A) Signal ground Clear to send Request to send Receive data Transmit data Not used B-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Connector Specifications USB Connector The USB connector is a sealed receptacle, 5 pin, ODU part number G80F1C-T05QF00-0000 (Figure B-3). Figure B-3. USB Connector Table B-6 gives the USB connector specifications. Table B-6. USB Connector Specifications Number Signal Name Details Not used USB_PWR Bus power Ground...
Appendix C afety Warnings General Warnings NOTICE To comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 20cm between the user and the GSM radio modem. WARNING The HiPer+ is designed for survey and survey related uses (i.e., surveying coordinates, distances, angles and depths, and recording such measurements).
– Do not attempt to open the battery pack or replace it. – Do not disassemble the battery pack. – Do not charge in conditions different than specified. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
Usage Warnings – Do not use other than the specified battery charger. – Do not short circuit. – Do not crush or modify. CAUTION When plugging the power/charger cable into an outlet, use a grounded, main socket outlet. Usage Warnings CAUTION If this product has been dropped, altered, transported or shipped without proper...
Appendix D HF Radio Usage NOTICE Many countries require a license for radio users (such as the United States). Be sure you comply with all local laws while operating a UHF radio. Surveying in RTK mode has made UHF the most popular choice for communications between Base and Rover receivers.
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• Use directional antennas and/or repeaters to increase your system’s range. Directional antennas concentrate the signal power within a more narrow direction, significantly increasing the range of your system. • Check out the TPS accessory line for various items to raise your Base radio. Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Index 1-10, 2-30 Internal radio 2-30 configuration see also RX LED 3-11 Kinematic continuous survey Normal mode 3-11 1-4, 4-18 configuration NVRAM 4-18, 4-26 Kinematic survey clear 4-19 see also Kinematic continuous w/ MINTER 4-19 survey w/ PC-CDU see also Stop and Go survey 1-17 1-17 OAFs...
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1-2, 3-12 3-12 base station setup green 3-17 w/ external modem orange package contents 3-17 3-5–3-8 rover setup Static survey RX LED configuration Index blink pattern MINTER parameters green Stop and Go survey no light configuration Topcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
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Index Survey configuration 3-11 kinematic continuous static stop and go Surveying kinematic 3-11 kinematic continuous 3-12 3-5–3-8 static stop and go Switch information modes System range 1-5, 4-7, C-3 Test 4-7–4-8 Trajectory survey see Kinematic continuous survey Turn on/off Uninstall 2-44 BTCONF USB connection parameters...
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