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SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS
Series SRX
SRX1
SRX2
H18.09.21
SRX3
SRX5
Total Station
Class 3R Laser Product
Class 1 LED Product
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS Series SRX SRX1 SRX2 H18.09.21 SRX3 SRX5 Total Station Class 3R Laser Product Class 1 LED Product OPERATOR'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2 S Li-ion Li-ion This is the mark of the Japan Surveying Instruments Manufacturers Association.
  • Page 3 • SRX has a function to output data saved in Program mode (SDR) to a connected host computer. Command operations from a host computer can also be performed. For details, refer to “Interfacing with the SOKKIA SDR Electronic Field Book” and “Command Explanations” manuals and ask your Sokkia agent.
  • Page 4 <Setting out> etc.: Indicates screen titles. Notes regarding manual style • Except where stated, “SRX” means “SRX1/SRX2/SRX3/SRX5” in this manual. • Screens and illustrations appearing in this manual are of SRX3. • Location of softkeys in screens used in procedures is based on the factory setting. It is possible to change the allocation of softkeys.
  • Page 5 SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS • Bluetooth: Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. ® • Windows CE is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. • All other company and product names featured in this manual are registered trademarks of each respective organization.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION ....1 2. PRECAUTIONS............4 3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION ....... 6 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE ..........8 Functions ................8 Parts of the Instrument ............ 10 Mode Configuration ............15 Bluetooth Wireless Technology ........16 5.
  • Page 7 CONTENTS 12.1 Auto Tracking Settings ............ 56 12.2 Measurement with Auto Tracking ........57 13. ANGLE MEASUREMENT ........60 13.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°) ............60 13.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold) ..............
  • Page 8 CONTENTS 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS ......... 118 21.1 Observation Conditions ..........118 21.2 Instrument Configuration ..........120 21.3 EDM Settings ..............123 21.4 Allocating User-defined Tabs ........126 21.5 Customizing Screen Controls ........129 21.6 Allocating Key Functions ..........131 21.7 Units ................

  • Page 9: Precautions For Safe Operation

    1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION For the safe use of the product and prevention of injury to operators and other persons as well as prevention of property damage, items which should be observed are indicated by an exclamation point within a triangle used with WARNING and CAUTION statements in this operator’s manual. The definitions of the indications are listed below.
  • Page 10 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION Do not place the instrument in a case with a damaged catch, belt or handle. The case or  instrument could be dropped and cause injury.  Do not wield or throw the plumb bob. A person could be injured if struck. Do not touch the instrument or look through the telescope eyepiece while the motor drive ...
  • Page 11 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION  Caution Do not touch liquid leaking from batteries. Harmful chemicals could cause burns or  blisters. Tripod  Caution When mounting the instrument to the tripod, tighten the centering screw securely. Failure  to tighten the screw properly could result in the instrument falling off the tripod, causing injury.

  • Page 12: Precautions

    2. PRECAUTIONS Tribrach Clamp • When the instrument is shipped, the tribrach clamp is held firmly in place with a locking screw to prevent the instrument from shifting on the levelling base. Before using the instrument the first time, loosen this screw with a screwdriver.
  • Page 13 • Store the instrument in a dry room where the temperature remains fairly constant. • Check the tripod for loose fit and loose screws. • If any trouble is found on the rotatable portion, screws or optical parts (e.g. lens), contact your Sokkia agent.

  • Page 14: Laser Safety Information

    3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION SRX is classified as a Class 3R Laser Product and Class 1 LED Product according to IEC Standard Publication 60825-1 Amd. 2: 2001 and United States Government Code of Federal Regulation FDA CDRH 21CFR Part 1040.10 and 1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26, 2001.) •...
  • Page 15 3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION • Never point the laser beam at mirrors, windows or surfaces that are highly reflective. The reflected laser beam could cause serious injury. • When using the laser-pointer function, be sure to turn OFF the output laser after distance measurement is completed.

  • Page 16: Product Outline

     "8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES" 3. High accuracy with reflectorless measurement Sokkia’s own optics, electrical circuits, and processing algorithms combine to provide superior reflectorless accuracy at distances as short as 30cm. 4. Various interface options Data link options for the SRX include both a CF card slot and USB ports.
  • Page 17 SETTINGS mode during operation without exiting measurement.  "4.3 Mode Configuration" 11.Sokkia’s original Independent Angle Calibration System (IACS) technology Unaffected by errors in collimation and instrument setup, this internal calibration technology provides an even higher level of stability and reliability for angle measurement.

  • Page 18: Parts Of The Instrument

    4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Parts of the Instrument Parts and functions of the instrument Handle Tubular compass slot Handle lock Battery holder Keyboard Tribrach clamp Base plate Levelling foot screw Circular level adjusting screws Circular level Display Optical plummet eyepiece Optical plummet reticle cover Optical plummet focussing ring Objective lens (Includes "...
  • Page 19 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE  Vertical and Horizontal jogging knobs The instrument and telescope can be rotated manually by hand or, for more precise adjustments, by turning the vertical and horizontal jogging knobs. The faster the jogging knobs are turned, the faster the instrument and telescope rotate. ...
  • Page 20 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE 1. Slide the handle locks in the direction as shown at right until a click is heard. The handle are now unlocked. Handle lock Green indicates locked state 2. Pull the lock levers towards you and slide the handle back and up to remove.
  • Page 21 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Attaching the handle (RC-TS3) 1. Align the handle with the mounting brackets. Mounting brackets Handle mounting position 2. Slide the handle onto the mounting position until a click is heard. Check that the handle lock levers, once released, return to the closed position.
  • Page 22 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Bluetooth antenna When performing communication using Bluetooth wireless technology, the antenna must be directed towards the intended companion device.  Handle the antenna with care and be aware of the following points when operating. • An extended antenna may be damaged if struck during operation. •...

  • Page 23: Mode Configuration

    4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Mode Configuration The diagram below describes the different modes of the SRX and key operations for navigating between them. Managing data functions are contained in Program mode (SDR). Basic mode  Meas mode (Navigable with tabs) "5.2 Display Functions" Status screen ...

  • Page 24: Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    Contact your Sokkia agent in advance. • Sokkia is not liable for the content of any transmission nor any content related thereto. When communicating important data, run tests beforehand to ascertain that communication is operating normally.
  • Page 25 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Precautions regarding transmission ● For best results •When using the On-demand Remote Control system, perform communication within a line-of- sight distance of approximately 300m. The usable range becomes shorter when obstacles block the line of sight, or devices other than the On-demand Remote Control system, such as PDAs or computers, are used.

  • Page 26: Basic Operation

    5. BASIC OPERATION Learn basic key operations here before you read each measurement procedure. Basic Key Operation Display {BACKSPACE} {TAB} {SHIFT} {ESC} SHIFT {0} to {9} {SETTINGS} {.} to {+/-} BACKSPACE SETTINGS / & {PROGRAM} SPACE PROGRAM {TARGET} FUNC CTRL TARGET ENTER Softkey selection...
  • Page 27 5. BASIC OPERATION  • Changes can also be made by tapping the status bar icon with the stylus pen.  "5.2 Display Functions" Switching the laser-pointer/guide light ON/OFF ● {} (Press and hold until Turns the laser-pointer/guide light ON/OFF a beep sounds) ...
  • Page 28 5. BASIC OPERATION Selecting options ● Move the cursor/selection item up/down { ▲ }/{ ▼ } Move the cursor/selection item left/right or selects other option {}/{} {TAB} Shift to the next item {SPACE} Display other options Select/accept the option {} Selecting tabs ●...
  • Page 29 5. BASIC OPERATION 3. Press {5} three times. "o" is displayed. 4. Press {}. Press {5} twice. "m" is displayed. 5. Continue to input letters. Press {} to complete inputting. Example: selecting a reflector type (Method 1) 1. Select [EDM] in the second page of Measure mode or "EDM"...
  • Page 30 5. BASIC OPERATION 3. Press {SPACE} to display a list of all options. 4. Select an option using {}/{}. 5. Press {} to confirm selection. (Method 2) 1. Select [EDM] in the second page of Measure mode or "EDM" in SETTINGS mode. 2.

  • Page 31: Display Functions

    5. BASIC OPERATION Display Functions Screens can be selected/operated using the keys on the keyboard or the touch panel. The touch panel can be operated using either the stylus pen provided or your fingers.  • Do not scratch the display or use any sharp implement other than the stylus pen to operate the touch panel.
  • Page 32 5. BASIC OPERATION ● Basic measurement screen (1) Distance (2) Vertical angle (3) Horizontal angle (1) Distance Press [/SHV] to switch between the SHV and SHVdist tabs. An SHVdist tab will be created when one does not exist.  "21.1 Observation Conditions" ...
  • Page 33 5. BASIC OPERATION ● Graphic tab Arrow indicates north Target point Instrument station Scale (units: m) The Graphic tab display can be modified using the softkeys in the second page. [CNFG]: In <Graphic configuration> the user can specify the orientation of the graphic tab display and which point, target or station, to set at the center of the display.
  • Page 34 5. BASIC OPERATION ● Status bar Indicates the current status of the instrument. Tapping icons (1) to (7) will switch between the relevant options for that item Tapping and holding will display a list of all available options for that item and, in certain cases, a link to the configuration screen for that item.
  • Page 35 5. BASIC OPERATION (3) Motor configuration Configuration of Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking status. : Auto Tracking ON : Auto Pointing ON : Both Auto Tracking and Auto Pointing OFF : Start Auto Tracking."AT Off" is displayed when in "Prism wait" status. Press to quit Auto Tracking. One of the following icons will be displayed while the motor is in operation to indicate the current status of the SRX.
  • Page 36 5. BASIC OPERATION (5) Tilt angle compensation The vertical and horizontal angles are automatically compensated for small tilt errors usng the SRX's dual-axis tilt sensor. This icon displays the status of this function. : Horizontal and vertical tilt angles compensated (blue) : No compensation : Only horizontal tilt angle compensated (green) ...

  • Page 37: Inputting Characters Using Sip Code (Input Panel)

    5. BASIC OPERATION Inputting Characters using SIP Code (Input Panel) to display <Input Panel>. This keyboard can be used to input numeric and alphabetic characters as well as symbols. Tap the icon again to close.  • When <Input panel> is covering the icon of the status bar, use the stylus pen to drag the input panel to another part of the screen so that you can access the icon.

  • Page 38: Settings Mode

    5. BASIC OPERATION SETTINGS Mode Press {SETTINGS} to switch to screens for tilt correction, returned signal checking, motor operation, fixed velocity rotation,and general configuration  Performing settings: "21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS", Tilt settings: "9.2 Levelling", Returned signal checking: "14.1 Returned Signal Checking" ●...
  • Page 39 5. BASIC OPERATION ● Fixed velocity rotation The SRX horizontal angle and telescope can be rotated using the controls in the Fixed velocity rotation tab. Speed settings are from 1 to 16. Tap the touch panel in the desired rotation direction. Press {ESC} or tap the red center circle to stop rotation.

  • Page 40: Using The Cf Card Slot

    Series SRX SDR Software Reference Manual  • Contact your Sokkia agent for details regarding communication formats for CF card input/output. • Data can also be transferred to an external device for storage and/or editing using the SRX’s USB ports.
  • Page 41 6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT PROCEDURE Removing the CF card 1. Push the catch on the card cover to open. Card cover Catch 2. Press the eject button once to release. Once the eject button is fully protruded, press once more to remove the card from the card slot.

  • Page 42: Using The Battery

    7. USING THE BATTERY Mount the charged battery (BDC58).  Types of power source: "24. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM"  • Remove the battery when the instrument is not being used. • Before removing the battery, turn off the power to the instrument. If the battery is removed while the power is switched on, a warm boot occurs.
  • Page 43 7. USING THE BATTERY PROCEDURE Removing the battery 1. Slide down the catches on the battery cover to open. 2. Retract the battery. 3. Close the battery cover. A click is heard when the cover is secure.  • Battery cover If the battery cover is open during power ON, SRX notifies you by displaying the screen below and beeping.

  • Page 44: Connecting To External Devices

    Bluetooth communication: "4.4 Bluetooth Wireless Technology"  Transferring data using the SFX function: SFX Dial-Up Program Explanations, Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the SOKKIA SDR Electronic Field Book and Command Explanations manuals Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology The Bluetooth module incorporated in the SRX can be used for communication with Bluetooth devices other than the SRX.
  • Page 45 8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE Necessary settings for Bluetooth communication 1. Select "Comms" in SETTINGS mode. Set Comms mode in the Comms setup tab to "Bluetooth". 2. Select a mode for the SRX in the Bluetooth tab. To initiate connections from the SRX side, set the SRX as the "Master"...
  • Page 46 8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 5. When "Authentication" is set to "Yes", input the same passkey as that for the intended companion device. Even if "Authentication" is set to "No", a passkey is requested when authentication is set on the companion device being used. •...
  • Page 47 8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE Registering Bluetooth companion devices 1. Power on the companion device. 2. Select "Comms" in SETTINGS mode. 3. Select "Link" in the Bluetooth tab. and press [LIST] to display a list of all registered devices. Data collector devices can be set in the Serial tab and devices for use with the SFX Dial-Up Program in the SFX (Dial-Up) tab.

  • Page 48: Communication Between The Srx And Companion Device

    8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES Press [Inquire] to inquire about Bluetooth devices in the immediate vicinity of the SRX and display their device name and address in a list. Select a device from this list and press [OK] to add to the Link device list in step 3.
  • Page 49 8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 1. Complete the necessary SRX settings for Bluetooth communication.  "8.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology" • To initiate connections from the SRX side, set SRX as the "Master" device. To initiate connections from the paired device side, set SRX as "Slave".

  • Page 50: Connection Via Rs-232C Cable

    8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES Connecting to USB devices SRX has two different USB ports.Sokkia cannot guarantee that all USB devices are compatible with the SRX USB ports. USB port 1 USB port 2 Each port is used for connection to different types of devices.
  • Page 51 8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 3. Set options in the RS232C tab according to the selection made in the Comms setup tab. *: factory settings Baud rate: 1200*/2400/4800/9600/19200/38400bps Data bits: 8*/7 bits Parity: Not set*/Odd/Even Stop bit: 1*/ 2 bits...

  • Page 52: Setting Up The Instrument

    9. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT  • Mount the battery in the instrument before performing this operation because the instrument will tilt slightly if the battery is mounted after levelling. Centering PROCEDURE 1. Set up the tripod Make sure the legs are spaced at equal intervals and the head is approximately level.

  • Page 53: Levelling

    9. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT Levelling Instrument can be levelled using the screen.   “ Levelling on the screen” PROCEDURE 1. Adjust the levelling foot screws to center the surveying point in the optical plummet reticle. 2. Center the bubble in the circular level by either shortening the tripod leg closest to the offcenter Tripod legs direction of the bubble or by lengthening the...
  • Page 54 9. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT 5. Turn another 90° and check bubble position Turn the upper part of the instrument a further 90° and check to see if the bubble is still in the center of the plate level. If the bubble is off- center, perform the following: a.Turn levelling foot screws A and B equally in opposite directions to remove half of the...
  • Page 55 9. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT 3. Select the Tilt tab to display the circular level on the screen. “ ” indicates the bubble in circular level. The range of the inside circle is ±3' and the range of the outside circle is ±4.5'. 4.

  • Page 56: Power On/Off

    10.POWER ON/OFF PROCEDURE Power ON Press When the power is switched on, a self-check is run. The Meas mode screen is displayed. If "Out of range" is displayed, the instrument tilt sensor is indicating that the instrument is out of level. Level the instrument once again and the horizontal and vertical angles will be displayed.

  • Page 57: Resolving Software Issues

    10. POWER ON/OFF 10.1 Configuring the Touch Panel When using for the first time, or after performing a cold boot, the screen for configuring the touch panel will be displayed. Follow the instructions on the screen. Tap the cross- hairs at the center of the display with the stylus pen. Tap 5 times.

  • Page 58: Powering The Srx On/Off From An External Instrument

    10. POWER ON/OFF When the instrument cannot be powered OFF as normal, depress the reset button with the tip of the stylus pen. Then, power ON as normal. •Do not press the reset button while accessing programs. File and folder data may be lost as a result.

  • Page 59: Target Sighting

    • Auto Pointing can only be performed when a prism or sheet is used as the target. For reflectorless measurement, the target must be sighted manually. • Use reflective prisms/reflective sheets from Sokkia for higher precision measurement. • Auto Pointing cannot be performed if the prism is located at the zenith. In this case, manually sight the target.

  • Page 60: Auto Pointing Settings

    11. TARGET SIGHTING 11.1 Auto Pointing Settings 1. Select "Motor" in <Configuration>. Set Auto Pointing functions in the Configuration tab. Set "A.T. Setting" to "Search". Settings and Options (*: factory settings) (1) Accu. search  Fine*/Rapid (2) A.T. Setting None/Search*/Track (3) Srch method ...
  • Page 61 11. TARGET SIGHTING 2. Set the area in which to perform target sighting in the Search area tab. Drag the box to specify the desired or area or input vertical and horizontal angle values. Angle values can only be specified in 1°30’ steps (e.g.

  • Page 62: Auto-Pointing Function For Target Sighting

    11. TARGET SIGHTING 11.2 Auto-Pointing Function for Target Sighting PROCEDURE 1. Use the peep sight to aim the objective lens in the general direction of the target. The vertical and horizontal jogging knobs can be used for precise adjustments of the instrument and telescope. 2.

  • Page 63: Manually Sighting The Target

    11. TARGET SIGHTING 11.3 Manually Sighting the Target  • When sighting the target, strong light shining directly into the objective lens may cause the instrument to malfunction. Protect the objective lens from direct light by attaching the lens hood. PROCEDURE 1.

  • Page 64: Measurement With Auto Tracking

    • Auto Pointing can only be performed when a prism is used as the target. Auto Tracking is not possible with reflective sheet and reflectorless measurement • Use reflective prisms from Sokkia for higher precision measurement. • If more than one prism is located in the field of sight during Auto Tracking, an operation error will occur and the SRX will not be able to find the target.

  • Page 65: Measurement With Auto Tracking

    12. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING  Configuration tab:"11.1 Auto Pointing Settings" 2. Set the area in which to perform target sighting in the Search area tab. Drag the box to specify the desired or area or input vertical and horizontal angle values.
  • Page 66 12. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING  Lost Prism In the event that an obstacle prevents the SRX sighting the target during Auto Tracking, the instrument will predict the direction in which the target will travel and continue Auto Tracking based on this prediction. If the SRX re-acquires the target in this predicted direction, Auto Tracking continues without change.
  • Page 67 12. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING [RC Cont] Nullifes the current measurement position, continues Turning operation, then performs Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking [AT On] Performs Auto Pointing then Auto Tracking [ROTATE] Automatically rotates the instrument to the specified vertical and horizontal angles then performs Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking [TURN] Rotates the SRX 180°...

  • Page 68: Angle Measurement

    13.ANGLE MEASUREMENT This section explains the procedures for basic angle measurement in Basic mode. • It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.  "21.6 Allocating Key Functions" 13.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°)
  • Page 69 13. ANGLE MEASUREMENT The displayed horizontal angle (HAR) is the included angle between two points.

  • Page 70: Setting The Horizontal Angle To A Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)

    13. ANGLE MEASUREMENT 13.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold) You can reset the horizontal angle to a required value and use this value to find the horizontal angle of a new target. PROCEDURE 1. Sight the first target. 2.
  • Page 71 13. ANGLE MEASUREMENT  • Pressing [HOLD] performs the same function as above. • Press [HOLD] to set the displayed horizontal angle. Then, set the angle that is in hold status to the direction you require.  Allocating [HOLD]: "21.6 Allocating Key Functions"...

  • Page 72: Turning The Instrument From The Reference Angle To A Specified Angle

    13. ANGLE MEASUREMENT 13.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a Specified Angle The SRX automatically turns from the reference direction to the specified angle (target). • SRX also turns to the target coordinates when reference angle is omitted. ...

  • Page 73: Angle Measurement And Outputting The Data

    The following explains angle measurement and the features used to output measurement results to a computer or other external devices.  "6.1 CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES", Cables: "27. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES", Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the SOKKIA SDR Electronic Field Book and Command Explanations manuals PROCEDURE 1. Connect SRX and external device.

  • Page 74: Distance Measurement

    14.DISTANCE MEASUREMENT Perform the following settings as preparation for distance measurement in Basic mode. • Distance measurement mode • Target type • Prism constant correction value • Search area • Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking  "11.1 Auto Pointing Settings" "12.1 Auto Tracking Settings" "21.3 EDM Settings"...
  • Page 75 Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right corner to return to the previous screen.  • When is displayed persistently, contact your Sokkia agent. • If no key operations are performed for two minutes, the display automatically returns to the previous screen.

  • Page 76: Distance And Angle Measurement

    14. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 14.2 Using the Guide Light The color and flashing speed of the guide light indicates the status of the SRX and can be known when the user is located at a distance from the instrument.  Switching the guide light ON/OFF "5.1 Basic Key Operation" •...
  • Page 77 14. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 2. Start measurement. Press [DIST] in the first page of Meas mode to start measurement. The measured distance data (S), vertical angle (ZA), and horizontal angle (HAR) are displayed. 3. .Press [STOP] to quit distance measurement.  •...

  • Page 78: Rem Measurement

     "8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES", Communication cables: "27. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES". Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the SOKKIA SDR Electronic Field Book and Command Explanations manuals PROCEDURE 1. Connect SRX and external device.
  • Page 79 14. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT  "21.6 Allocating Key Functions" PROCEDURE 1. Set the target directly under or directly over the object and measure the target height with a tape measure etc. Press [HT] and enter the target height. 2. Select "REM" in <Menu>. 3.
  • Page 80 14. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT The measured distance data, vertical angle and horizontal angle are displayed. 4. Sight the object, then press [REM] to start REM measurement is started. The height from the ground to the object is displayed in "Ht.". Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. •...

  • Page 81: Coordinate Measurement

    15.COORDINATE MEASUREMENT By performing coordinate measurements it is possible to find the 3-dimensional coordinates of the target based on station point coordinates, instrument height, target height, and azimuth angles of the backsight station which are entered in advance. • It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.

  • Page 82: Azimuth Angle Setting

    15. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT 3. Select "Station setup" and enter instrument station coordinates, instrument height and target height. • Press [READ] to read in coordinate data registered in Program mode (SDR).  Series SRX SDR Software Reference Manual 4. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Set H angle> is displayed again.
  • Page 83 15. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE Entering coordinates 1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H angle> is displayed. • <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the screen in step 4 of "15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data". 2. Select the Key in coord tab and enter the backsight station coordinates.
  • Page 84 15. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE Entering angle 1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H angle> is displayed. <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the screen in step 4 of "15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data". 2. Select the Key in angle tab and enter the desired angle in "H.ang".

  • Page 85: 3-D Coordinate Measurement

    15. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT None (input azimuth angle only)/0 SET (horizontal angle set to 0°)/Azimuth (set both horizontal and azimuth angles to the same value)/H.ANG (input both horizontal and azimuth angles) 15.3 3-D Coordinate Measurement The coordinate values of the target can be found by measuring the target based on the settings of the instrument station and backsight station.
  • Page 86 15. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Sight the target at the target point.  " 11. TARGET SIGHTING " 2. Select "Coord." in <Coordinate>. Press [DIST] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The coordinates of the target point are displayed. Select the Graphic tab to display coordinates on a graph.

  • Page 87: Resection Measurement

    16.RESECTION MEASUREMENT Resection is used to determine the coordinates of an instrument station by performing multiple measurements of points whose coordinate values are known. Registered coordinate data can be recalled and set as known point data. Residual of each point can be checked, if necessary Entry Output Coordinates of...

  • Page 88: Coordinate Resection Measurement

    16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 16.1 Coordinate Resection Measurement N, E, Z of an instrument station is determined by the measurement. PROCEDURE 1. Select "Resection" in <Menu>. 2. Select "NEZ" to display <Resection/Known point>. 3. Input the known point. After setting the coordinates and target height for for the first known point press [OUT] to move to the second point.
  • Page 89 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 4. Sight the first known point and press [DIST] to begin measurement. The measurement results are displayed on the screen. • When [ANGLE] has been selected, the distance cannot be displayed. 5. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of the first known point.
  • Page 90 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT Standard deviation for the northing and easting coordinates of each point are displayed in the Detail tab. 8. If there are problems with the results of a point, align the cursor with that point and press [BAD]. “BAD”...
  • Page 91 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 11. Select an angle mode and press [YES] to set the azimuth angle of the first known point as the backsight point and return to <Resection/Menu>. 12. Press [NO] to return to <Resection/Menu> without setting the azimuth angle. ...

  • Page 92: Height Resection Measurement

    16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 16.2 Height Resection Measurement Only Z (height) of an instrument station is determined by the measurement. • Known points must be measured by distance measurement only. • Between 1 and 10 known points can be measured. PROCEDURE 1.
  • Page 93 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 4. Sight the first known point and press [DIST] to begin measurement. The measurement results are displayed on the screen. • When [ANGLE] has been selected, the distance cannot be displayed. 5. If measuring two or more known points, repeat procedures 3 to 4 in the same way from the second point.
  • Page 94 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 7. If there are problems with the results of a point, align the cursor with that point and press [BAD]. “BAD” is displayed to the right of the point. Repeat for all results that include problems. 8. Press [RE CALC] to perform calculation again without the point designated in step 8.
  • Page 95 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT  Resection calculation process The NE coordinates are found using angle and distance observation equations, and the instrument station coordinates are found using the method of least squares. The Z coordinate is found by treating the average value as the instrument station coordinates.
  • Page 96 16. RESECTION MEASUREMENT  Precaution when performing resection In some cases it is impossible to calculate the coordinates of an unknown point (instrument station) if the unknown point and three or more known points are arranged on the edge of a single circle.

  • Page 97: Setting-Out Measurement

    17.SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT Setting-out measurement is used to set out the required point. The difference between the previously input data to the instrument (the setting-out data) and the measured value can be displayed by measuring the horizontal angle, distance or coordinates of the sighted point.

  • Page 98: Distance Setting-Out Measurement

    17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT ● Guide light status and meaning Status of SRX Light status Meaning Slow flashing Waiting Fast flashing Searching Measuring (repeated measurement) Green and red alternate flashing Search error (error screen only) Distance measurement error (no signal, sighting error) Indication for positioning target during setting-out measurement Light status Meaning...
  • Page 99 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Select "Setting out" in <Menu> to display <Setting out>. 2. Select "Station setup" to display <Height setting>. Enter data for the instrument station and press [OK] to move to Backsight setup.  "15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data" •...
  • Page 100 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 4. Select "SO data setting" In <Setting out> to display <SO data setting>. Enter the included angle between the reference point and the setting-out point in "SO.H.ang", and the distance (slope distance, horizontal distance or height difference) from the instrument station to the position to be set out in "SO.Sdist".
  • Page 101 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 6. Position the target on the line of sight and press Arrows indicate direction to move [DIST] to begin distance measurement. The distance and direction to move the target until the setting out point is located is displayed on the SRX.
  • Page 102 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 7. Move the target until the distance to the setting- out point reads 0m. When the target is moved within the allowed range, all distance and position arrows are displayed. 8. Press [OK] to return to <Setting out>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement.

  • Page 103: Coordinates Setting-Out Measurement

    17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 17.3 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement After setting the coordinates for the point to be set out, the SRX calculates the setting-out horizontal angle and horizontal distance. By selecting the horizontal angle and then the horizontal distance setting-out functions, the required coordinate location can be set out. •...
  • Page 104 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 3. Select "Key in coord" in <Setting out>. Record all the setting-out points (includes setting-out points you will measure from now). Press [READ] to display recorded angle data or press [ADD] to record new data. • Press [DEL] in the second page to delete the selected setting out point.
  • Page 105 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 5. Press [H.ROTA] to automatically rotate the SRX until the angle of the setting out point reads 0°. Position the target on the line of sight and press [DIST] to begin distance measurement. The distance and direction to move the target until the setting out point is located is displayed on the SRX.

  • Page 106: Rem Setting-Out Measurement

    17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 6. Press {ESC} to return to <Key in coord>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement. 17.4 REM Setting-out Measurement To find a point where a target cannot be directly installed, perform REM setting-out measurement. ...
  • Page 107 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 5. Position the target on the line of sight and press [DIST] to begin distance measurement. The distance and direction to move the target until the setting out point is located is displayed on the SRX. The sighting point measurement results (currently installed position of the target) are displayed.
  • Page 108 17. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT • Press [CNFG] to set setting out accuracy. When the position of the target is within this range both arrows will be displayed to indicate that the target position is correct. 8. Press {ESC} to return to <SO data setting>.

  • Page 109: Offset Measurement

    18.OFFSET MEASUREMENT Offset measurements are performed in order to find a point where a target cannot be installed directly or to find the distance and angle to a point which cannot be sighted. • It is possible to find the distance and angle to a point you wish to measure (target point) by installing the target at a location (offset point) a little distance from the target point and measuring the distance and angle from the surveying point to the offset point.
  • Page 110 18. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 2. Select "Offset" in <Menu> to display <Offset>. 3. Select “Dist. offset”. Input the following items. (1) Direction of the offset point. (2) Horizontal distance from the target point to the offset point. • Direction of offset point ←...

  • Page 111: Angle Offset Measurement

    18. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 18.2 Angle Offset Measurement Sighting the direction of the target point to find it from the included angle. Install offset points for the target point on the right and left sides of and as close as possible to the target point and measure the distance to the offset points and the horizontal angle of the target point.
  • Page 112 18. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 3. Sight the offset point and press [DIST] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. 4. Sight the target point and press [H.ANG]. Results for offset point • Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target point between distance/angle values and coordinate/elevation values.

  • Page 113: Two-Distance Offset Measurement

    18. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 18.3 Two-distance Offset Measurement By measuring the distances between the target point and the two offset points. Install two offset points (1st target and 2nd target) on a straight line from the target point, observe the 1st target and 2nd target, then enter the distance between the 2nd target and the target point to find the target point.
  • Page 114 18. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 2. Select "Offset" in <Menu> to display <Offset>. Select "2 Dist. offset". 3. Press [CNFG] and input the distance from the 2nd target to the target point in "Offset dist.". Select and reflector type and press [OK] to finish settings.
  • Page 115 18. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 6. Press [YES] to display results for the target point. Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target point between distance/angle values and coordinate/elevation values. 7. Press [YES] in the screen in step 4 to return to <Offset>...

  • Page 116: Missing Line Measurement

    19.MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT Missing line measurement is used to measure the slope distance, horizontal distance, and horizontal angle to a target from the target which is the reference (starting point) without moving the instrument. • It is possible to change the last measured point to the next starting position. •...
  • Page 117 19. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT 2. Sight the second target, and press [DIST] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop measurement. The following values are displayed: S : Slope distance of the starting position and 2nd target. H : Horizontal distance of the starting position and 2nd position.

  • Page 118: Changing The Starting Point

    19. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT 19.2 Changing the Starting Point It is possible to change the last measured point to the next starting position. PROCEDURE 1. Observe the starting position and target following steps 1 to 3 in "19.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points".
  • Page 119 19. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT Press [YES] in the confirmation message window. • Press [NO] to cancel measurement. 3. The last target measured is changed to the new starting position. 4. Perform missing line measurement following steps 2 to 3 in "19.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points".

  • Page 120: Surface Area Calculation

    20.SURFACE AREA CALCULATION You can calculate the area of land (slope area and horizontal area) enclosed by three or more known points on a line by inputting the coordinates of the points Input Output S (horizontal area and slope P1 (N1, E1, Z1) Coordinates: Surface area: area)
  • Page 121 20. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION PROCEDURE Surface area calculation by measuring points 1. Select "Area calc." in <Menu>. • When [READ] is pressed, registered coordinates can be recalled and used in subsequent measurements.  "PROCEDURE Surface area calculation using registered coordinate data" 2.
  • Page 122 20. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 3. The measurement results are displayed. Press [YES] to confirm.The value of point 1 is set in "01". 4. Repeat steps 3 to 4 until all points have been measured. Points on an enclosed area are observed in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
  • Page 123 20. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 5. Press [CALC] to display the calculated area. 6. Press [OK] to return to <Area/key in coord.>. Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right corner to quit area calculation. PROCEDURE Surface area calculation using registered coordinate data Coordinate data registered in Program mode (SDR) can be recalled and used for area calculations.
  • Page 124 20. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 3. Select the first point in the list and press [OK]. The coordinates of the first point are set as "01". 4. Read in coordinates of point 2 and onward Repeat steps 2 to 3 until all points have been read Points on an enclosed area are read in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

  • Page 125: Changing The Settings

    21.CHANGING THE SETTINGS This section explains the contents of parameter settings in Basic mode and how to change these settings. Each item can be changed to meet your measurement requirements. SETTINGS mode can be accessed either by pressing {SETTINGS} or the "SETTINGS" icon in <Top>. The following chapters provide details of items in SETTINGS mode.
  • Page 126 N-E-Z*, E-N-Z Ang.reso. (Angle resolution): SRX1/SRX2: 0.5"1"* SRX3/SRX5: 1"*, 5" Dist.reso. (Distance resolution): SRX1/SRX2: 0.1mm, 1mm* SRX3/SRX5: 1mm* ppm setting: Press, Temp.*, +Humidity  • When "V manual" is set to "No" the horizontal angle will be automatically set to 0.

  • Page 127: Instrument Configuration

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 21.2 Instrument Configuration Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Power off: 5min./10min./15min./30min.*/No Backlight (Reticle ON): 0 to 8 (6*) (Brightness level on pressing {}) Backlight (Normal): 0 to 8 (2*) Backlight Off: 30sec/1min./5min./10min./No* Key backlight: Off*/On Reticle: 0 to 5 level (3*)
  • Page 128 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Power ON Time set in Backlight (Normal) "Backlight Off" elapses brightness Reticle backlight OFF Reticle backlight ON Backlight (Reticle ON) brightness Key backlight ON Only when "Key backlight" set to "ON" Key pressed Touch panel operated ...

  • Page 129: Edm Settings

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS  • The EDM ALC setting will automatically be switched to "Free" when the distance measurement mode is set to "Tracking" (target is moved during distance measurement). 21.3 EDM Settings • EDM tab Items set, options, and input range (*: Factory setting) Dist.
  • Page 130 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS ・ The following are samples of the prism constant correction values of reflective prisms from Sokkia. AP01AR (Constant = 40mm) Correction Value = -40 Prism constants and aperture settings can be set for each prism. The prism constant and aperture values displayed in the EDM tab will change to reflect the reflector type selected in "Reflector".
  • Page 131 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS • By inputting the temperature and air pressure values, the atmospheric correction value is calculated and set into the memory. Calculate the atmospheric correction factor as shown in the following formula. 0.2942 x air pressure (hPa) ppm = 282.59 - 1 + 0.003661 x air temperature (°C) ...

  • Page 132: Allocating User-Defined Tabs

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 2. To edit a target, select the desired target and press [EDIT]. <Reflector/edit> is displayed. Select/input relevant information for the target. Target: Prism/mini-Prism/Sheet/ Reflectorless/360° Prism Const.: -99 to 99 mm Aperture: 1 to 999 mm • When selecting "Reflectorless" in "Reflector", prism constant correction and aperture values are set to "0"...
  • Page 133 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS • Setting out Factory settings User-definable tabs Meas. Meas. Graphic Graphic Free • Setting out Coord. Factory settings User-definable tabs Graph1 Graph1 Graph2 Graph2 Free PROCEDURE Allocating tabs 1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select screen>. Select the measurement mode in which you want to allocate a tab.
  • Page 134 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 2. Use the softkeys in <Customize tab page> to allocate the desired tab page layout. Select a tab type from the "Type" drop-down list. • Press [ADD] to add the selected tab at the right- hand side of the screen. •...

  • Page 135: Customizing Screen Controls

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 21.5 Customizing Screen Controls It is possible to customize screen controls in Meas mode to suit the measurement conditions and the different methods employed by different operators. • The current screen control settings are retained until they are revised again, even when the power is cut off.
  • Page 136 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 2. Press [ADD] to add a control drop-down list. • Press [DEL] to delete the selected control.  • Controls, once deleted, cannot be retrieved. 3. Select a screen control from the list. 4. Press [CNFG] to set the size, thickness, color and spacing of the font.

  • Page 137: Allocating Key Functions

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 21.6 Allocating Key Functions It is possible to allocate the softkeys in Meas mode to suit the measurement conditions. It is possible to operate the SRX efficiently because unique softkey allocations can be preset to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
  • Page 138 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS [ZA / %] : Switch between zenith angle/slope in %. The capitalized letter in the softkey indicates the currently selected mode. [HOLD] : Hold horizontal angle/release horizontal angle [RCL] : Display final measurement data [HV out] : Output angle measurement results to an external device [HVD out] : Output distance and angle measurement results to an external device...
  • Page 139 21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Select "Softkey". 2. Select the desired tab. All softkeys currently allocated to each page of that tab are displayed. 3. Select the softkey whose allocation you want to change. Tapping a softkey, or pressing {SPACE} when the cursor is aligned with a softkey, will display <Softkey list>.

  • Page 140: Units

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 21.7 Units Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Temperature: Celsius*/Farenht Pressure: hPa/mmHg/InchHg Angle: Degree (DDD.MMMSS)*/Gon/Mil Distance: Meter*/Feet/Inch Feet (only displayed when "Feet" or "Inch" selected above): International*/US  Inch (Fraction of an inch) “Fraction of an inch” is the unit used in the United States and expressed like the following example.

  • Page 141: Date And Time

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 21.8 Changing Password Setting a password allows you to protect important information such as measurement data and e-mail addresses. No password was set when the SRX was shipped. When setting a password for the first time, leave the "Old password"...

  • Page 142: Restoring Default Settings

    21. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Items set Date: Manually input date or select from the drop-down calendar. Pressing {SPACE} will increment the selected section by 1. Time: Manually input time or set using []/[].  Date and Time The SRX includes a clock/calendar function. 21.10 Restoring Default Settings Perform a cold boot to return all items to factory settings.

  • Page 143: Warning And Error Messages

    Error: Read Build Info. Error: Read sysflg Error: Self check Press [OK] to cancel the message. If this error message appears frequently, contact your Sokkia agent. Incorrect password. Input password does not match set password. Input correct password.
  • Page 144 A problem has occurred with the motor drive and operation stops. Power the SRX OFF then ON to correct the problem. If this error message appears frequently, contact your Sokkia agent. Need base pt. obs During REM measurement, the observation of the target was not completed normally.
  • Page 145 22. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES Remote Control communication err !! Communication between the On-demand Remote Control system RC controller and the SRX failed. Check the status (communications setup, power supply, cable connections etc.) of the RC controller, wireless modem and cables. Sheet not supported !! Automatic sighting cannot be performed with the sheet.

  • Page 146: Checks And Adjustments

    Rotate the top of the instrument and continue adjustments until the bubble remains centered for any position of the upper part. If the bubble does not move to the center even when the adjustment has been repeated, ask your Sokkia agent to adjust it.

  • Page 147: Circular Level

    23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 23.2 Circular Level Check and adjust it as outlined below.  • Be careful that the tightening tension is identical for all the adjusting screws. • Also, do not over-tighten the adjusting screws as this may damage the circular level. PROCEDURE Checking and adjusting 1.

  • Page 148: Tilt Sensor

    23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 23.3 Tilt Sensor If the tilt angle shown on the display shifts from tilt angle 0° (zero point), the instrument is not correctly levelled. This will adversely affect angle measurement. Perform the following procedure to cancel the tilt zero point error. PROCEDURE Checking and adjusting 1.
  • Page 149 23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 4. Wait a few seconds for the display to stabilize, then read the current tilt angle in the X (sighting) direction and Y (horizontal axis) direction. 5. Press [OK]. The top of the instrument and telescope automatically rotate 180° and the horizontal angle is set to 0°.
  • Page 150 If one of the offset values (Xoffset, Yoffset) exceeds ±10", repeat the check and adjustment procedures from the beginning. If the difference continues to exceed ±10" after repeating the check 2 or 3 times, have your Sokkia agent perform the adjustment.

  • Page 151: Collimation

    23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 23.4 Collimation With this option you can measure collimation error in your instrument so that the SRX can correct subsequent single face observations. To measure the error, make angular observations using both faces. PROCEDURE 1. Select "Inst. cons." in <Configuration>. 2.
  • Page 152 23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 5. Press [YES] to set the constant. • Press [NO] to discard the data and return to <Instrument configurations>.

  • Page 153: Reticle

    B on a vertical line. If the target moves parallel to the vertical line, adjustment is unnecessary. If its movement deviates from the vertical line, have your Sokkia service representative adjust it. PROCEDURE Check 2: Vertical and horizontal reticle line positions 1.
  • Page 154 =198° 34' 20"- 18° 34' 00" =180° 00' 20" B2-B1 (Vertical angle) =269° 30' 00" + 90° 30' 20" =360° 00' 20" If the difference is large even after repeating the check 2 or 3 times, have your Sokkia service representative perform the adjustment.

  • Page 155: Ccd Reticle

    23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 23.6 CCD reticle The internal CCD sensor is used for automatic sighting. The offset value is set to correct the position of the CCD sensor in relation to the telescope reticle, but if for whatever reason the telescope reticle and CCD camera become misaligned, automatic sighting of the center of the prism cannot be performed correctly.
  • Page 156 If one of the offset values exceeds the range, an error message appears on the screen. Contact your Sokkia agent to perform the adjustment. 8. Press [OK] to renew the offset value. • Press [INIT] to return to the default settings.

  • Page 157: Optical Plummet

    23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 23.7 Optical Plummet  • Be careful that the tightening tension is identical for all the adjusting screws. • Also, do not over-tighten the adjusting screws as this may damage the circular level. PROCEDURE Checking 1. Carefully level the SRX and center a surveying point precisely in the reticle of the optical plummet.

  • Page 158: Additive Distance Constant

    23. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 5. Use the 4 adjusting screws of the optical plummet 1 (2) to adjust the remaining half of the deviation as shown below. When the surveying point is on the lower (upper) part of the illustration: Loosen the upper (lower) adjusting screw slightly, and tighten the upper (lower) adjusting screw the same amount to move the surveying point to a...
  • Page 159 K = AB - (CA+CB) 6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 two or three times. If the additive distance constant K is within ±3mm even once, adjustment is unnecessary. If it always exceeds this range, have your Sokkia service representative perform an adjustment.

  • Page 160: Power Supply System

    24.POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM Operate your SRX with the following combinations of power equipment.  • When using BDC60/61 and EDC117, mount the BDC58 in place to maintain the balance of the instrument. • Never use any combination other than those indicated below. If you do, the SRX could be damaged. Those indicated by * are standard accessories.

  • Page 161: Target System

    25.TARGET SYSTEM The following are all special accessories (sold separately). • Because all Sokkia reflecting prisms and accessories have standardized screws, it is possible to combine these prisms, accessories, etc. according to your objectives. • Because these targets (*2) are coated with fluorescent paint, they reflect when there is little light.
  • Page 162 25. TARGET SYSTEM ● 360° Prism (ATP1) This column-shaped prism reduces the possibility of "losing" the prism during Auto Tracking measurement. 2-point target (2RT500-K) This target is used for two-distance offset measurement. Prism constant: 0 ● Instrument height adaptor (AP41) This device is used to adjust the height of the target.

  • Page 163: Standard Equipment

    26.STANDARD EQUIPMENT Please verify that all equipment is included. SRX main unit ....1 13 Adjusting pin ....1 Battery (BDC58) .
  • Page 164 26. STANDARD EQUIPMENT ● Tubular compass (CP9) Slide the tubular compass into the tubular com- pass slot, loosen the clamp screw, then rotate the top part of the instrument until the compass nee- dle bisects the index lines. The telescope's face 1 sighting direction in this position will indicate mag- netic north.

  • Page 165: Optional Accessories

    27.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following are optional accessories which are sold separately from the SRX.  Power supply and target optional accessories: "24. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM", "25. TARGET SYSTEM". ● Telescope eyepiece lens (EL7) Magnification: 40X Field of view: 1° 20' ●...
  • Page 166 27. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES D-Sub connector: DOS/V DOC 27 DOC 26 25 pins (female) DOC 27 9 pins (male) Other computers DOC1 No connector for attachment to a computer ● On-demand Remote Control System (RC-PR3) This system points the SRX in the direction of the prism with speed and precision.

  • Page 167: Specifications

    Focussing screw: 1 speed Reticle illumination: 5 brightness levels Angle measurement Horizontal and Vertical circles type: Photoelectronical absolute encoder scanning IACS (Independent Angle Calibration System) SRX1/SRX2 only Vertical axis single Angle units: Degree/Gon/Mil (selectable) Minimum display: SRX1/SRX2: 0.5"/1" (selectable) SRX3: 1"/5"...
  • Page 168 (selectable) Accuracy: (Using prism) Fine measurement SRX1: (1.5 + 2 ppm X D) mm (however, distance is more than 4 m when using CPS12) SRX2/SRX3/SRX5: (2 + 2ppm X D) mm Rapid measurement (5 + 2 ppm X D) mm...
  • Page 169 28. SPECIFICATIONS (5 + 10ppm X D) mm (100 to 170m) (10 + 10ppm X D) mm (170 to 250m) Rapid measurement: (6 + 2ppm X D) mm (0.3 to 100m) (8 + 10ppm X D) mm (100 to 170m) (15 + 10ppm X D) mm (170 to 250m) (D: measurement distance;...
  • Page 170 28. SPECIFICATIONS Standard prism AP01 800 m Auto Tracking speed 14°/sec (Prism moving at 5m/sec. at 20m distance) Auto Pointing measurement range: 360° Prism ATP1: 600m Mini pole prism OR1PA: 500 m Compact prism CP01: 700 m Standard prism AP01 1,000 m *6*7 Reflective sheet...
  • Page 171 MTS_E_01.fm 163 ページ ２００６年９月２２日　金曜日　午前１１時１１分 28. SPECIFICATIONS Memory Type Flash ROM Capacity 64 Mbyte (Internal memory 1 Mbyte (minimum) External memory CF card (up to 1 Gbyte) SD card (up to 1 Gbyte, requires CF adapter) USB flash memory Communications Serial (RS-232C compatible) Combined communications and power supply connector Bit rate: 1200*/2400/4800/9600/19200/38400 (selectable)
  • Page 172 32 keys (power, edit, direct, cursor, numeric, soft function, operations, power on, light) Key backlight Trigger key Yes (right side) Sensitivity of levels Plate level: SRX1: 20"/2 mm SRX2/SRX3/SRX5: 30"/2 mm Electronic level Graphic 3’ Digital ± 3’ 30" Brightness: same as tilt angle compensation...
  • Page 173 MTS_E_01.fm 165 ページ ２００６年９月２２日　金曜日　午前１１時１１分 28. SPECIFICATIONS Circular level: 10'/2 mm Target selection/registration Target type selection Prism/pinpole prism/360° Prism/reflective sheet/reflectorless (Factory setting: prism (prism constant: -30mm, aperture: 70mm) Target registration Target type Prism constant (Reflectorless: set to 0 mm) Aperture (Not selectable for reflectorless) Self-correction function Error message/code displayed when an error occurs Calendar/clock function...

  • Page 174: Regulations

    MTS_E_01.fm 166 ページ ２００６年９月２２日　金曜日　午後６時３９分 29.REGULATIONS Radio Frequency Interference WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 175 29. REGULATIONS CE Conformity Declaration...
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  • Page 178: Explanation

    30.EXPLANATION 30.1 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left, Face Right Measurement The 0 index of the vertical circle of your SRX is almost 100% accurate, but when it is necessary to perform particularly high precision angle measurements, you can eliminate any inaccuracy of the 0 index as follows.

  • Page 179: Atmospheric Correction For High Precision Distance Measurement

    Sokkia recommends that extremely precise instruments be used to monitor the air temperature and pressure. • Finding the average temperature and pressure between two points in different atmospheric...
  • Page 180 30. EXPLANATION The humidity has little influence, particularly on short distance measurements. The effect of humidity should be considered in cases where it is very hot and humid and high precision measurements are to be performed over a particularly long distance. When taking humidity into consideration, enter the atmospheric correction factor calculated using the following formula.

  • Page 181: Index

    31. INDEX Accu. search..........52 Peep sight ..........11 Atmospheric correction factor....122 Power-saving automatic cut-off/Backlight Off 120 Automatic tilt angle compensation mechanism 118 Prism constant correction.......121 Problems Powering OFF ......49 Bluetooth connections ......36 Bluetooth Device Address ......36 Resume function ........48 Cold boot ..........49 Slope area ..........112 Collimation correction ......118 Srch method ..........52...
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  • Page 184 1st ed. 01-0609 Printed in Japan ©2006 SOKKIA CO., LTD...

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