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- Page 1 R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions (For eFix R2E and eFix R2G) Wuhan Geosun Information Technology Co.,Ltd...
- Page 2 R2G. Please refer to gPac User’s Manual for more information about GPac, eFix the multi-function GNSS data collecting & processing software embedded in the series. Please read the instructions before start! Wuhan Geosun Information Technology Co.,Ltd Copyright © 2011 . All rights reserved. Http://www.geosun-gnss.com For more information, please visit:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview ................................1 eFix R2 Series Overview ........................2 Innovative Technologies ........................3 Configuration Advantages ........................4 Notice ..............................5 Technical Parameters ............................6 System Configuration ..........................7 GPS Receiver ............................7 Network Communications ........................7 Positioning Accuracy ..........................8 Interfaces ............................... - Page 4 WiFi Settings ..........................34 Using the Electronic Compass ......................36 Restoring WinCE System ........................37 Installing, Uninstalling or Updating GPac Software ................37 Upgrading the Firmware ........................37 Connecting to PC ............................40 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ......................41 Hardware Connection Setup with PC ....................41 Microsoft ActiveSync Automatic Connection ..................
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Page 5: Overview
Overview C H A P T E R eFix R2 Series Overview Innovative Technologies Configuration Advantages Notice... -
Page 6: Efix R2 Series Overview
R2 series includes eFix R2E and eFix R2G. This book describes the technical parameters and operation instructions of eFix R2E and eFix R2G. The module configurations of eFix R2E and eFix R2G are shown in the following table, in which √ means configured, × means not available. -
Page 7: Innovative Technologies
Overview Innovative Technologies Integration of main processor and handset As a new generation of highly integrated handheld GNSS RTK device, with a stable and accurate data processing module, and practical engineering tools for implementation, eFix R2 series can realize high-accuracy RTK by connecting with an external GNSS antenna. -
Page 8: Configuration Advantages
Professional Software Support gPac software of Geosun is a professional GNSS data acquisition and processing software suite, which adopts unique high-precision data processing algorithm and contains many optional application modules. With GPac, you can easily handle the point, line, area, annotation and other geographic and images, and realize seamlessly integration of fieldwork and office work. -
Page 9: Notice
Overview Notice Although eFix R2 series handheld is made of corrosion-resistant and impact-resistant materials, but this kind of sophisticated instrument still needs careful usage and maintenance. Please preserve the handheld in dry environment as possible. To improve the stability and service life, the handheld should avoid being exposed to extreme environment, such as being used in damp, high temperature, low temperature, corrosive gas or liquid, etc. -
Page 10: Technical Parameters
Technical Parameters C H A P T E R System Configuration GPS Receiver Network Communications Positioning Accuracy Interfaces Power Supply Physics Application Function Electric Specifications... -
Page 11: System Configuration
Technical Parameters This chapter describes the technical parameters of Geosun eFix R2 series. The specifications are subject to change without notice. System Configuration Operating System: Windows CE 6.0 CPU 1GHz, memory 512 MB , Flash memory 512 MB ... -
Page 12: Positioning Accuracy
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Positioning Accuracy Static positioning (external antenna): Horizontal: ±(2.5 mm＋1×10 Vertical: ±(5.0 mm＋1×10 RTK positioning (external antenna): Horizontal: ±(10 mm＋1×10 Vertical: ±(20 mm＋1×10 RTK positioning (built-in antenna): Horizontal: ±(20 mm＋1×10 Vertical: ±(30 mm＋1×10 Interfaces ... -
Page 13: Application Function
Technical Parameters Application Function Built-in electronic compass, an effective assistance to the GPS fieldwork Video: Built-in 5 mega-pixel digital camera, support image annotation function Audio: Built-in microphone and speaker, support audio annotation, operation prompt and alarm function. Electric Specifications ... -
Page 14: Efix R2 Series Introduction
eFix R2 Series Introduction C H A P T E R Front View Back View Interfaces Main Parts Base Station Standard Configuration List Rover Standard Configuration List... -
Page 15: Front View
eFix R2 Series Introduction Front View Power Status Indicator Communication Status Indicator Start Charging Radio Mode Flashes alternately in Charging Status: 80% GPRS/3G Green red and orange Fully charged Orange Bluetooth Orange Fully charged Green WiFi Flashes in green Discharging (While Flashes slowly in Status: 20%... -
Page 16: Back View
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Back View Camera Nameplate SIM Card/ Belt Micro SD Card Slot Touch Pen... -
Page 17: Interfaces
eFix R2 Series Introduction Interfaces External GNSS Antenna Interface SIM Card Slot Micro SD Card Slot I/O Interface... -
Page 18: Main Parts
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Main Parts Data Cable Charger & Adapter* GNSS External Antenna External Antenna Connecting Cable Handheld Bracket to Tripod Handheld Bracket to Centering Pole We will choose the suitable power plug (USA, England or Europe type, etc.) for you according to your specific power configuration... - Page 19 eFix R2 Series Introduction Power Charging Cable for Handheld Power Charging Cable for Receiving Radio Receiving Radio Bracket Handheld Connecting Cable for Receiving Radio Transmitting Radio Power and Connecting Cable Transmitting Radio Power Cable...
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Page 20: Base Station Standard Configuration List
Link between Transmitting Radio and R2 Series Base Station) Transmitting Radio Power Charging Cable (For Transmitting Radio Charging) Transmitting Radio Antenna Telescopic Pole Fuse (Installed in Transmitting Radio Power Cable) GEOSUN CD (Containing all GEOSUN catalogues, software, manual, video) eFix R2 Series Bag eFix R2 Series Case... -
Page 21: Rover Standard Configuration List
Receiving Radio and R2 Series Rover) Receiving Radio Power Charging Cable (For Receiving Radio Charging) Receiving Radio Bracket Caravel PP/Net Software Dongle GEOSUN CD (Containing all GEOSUN catalogues, software, manual, video) eFix R2 Series Bag eFix R2 Series Carry Case... -
Page 22: Basic Operations
Basic Operations C H A P T E R Taking Out and Putting Back the Touch Pen Power On Power Off Stylus Property Settings Power Management Installing the Micro SD Card Installing the SIM Card ... -
Page 23: Taking Out And Putting Back The Touch Pen
Basic Operations Taking Out and Putting Back the Touch Pen The touch pen is in the pen slot at the back of the handheld, gently pull the touch pen cap, and take it out, as shown below. To put back the touch pen, make the cap towards the outside, and then push it until the top of the pen reaches the end of the slot. -
Page 24: Power On
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Power On Press the power button for 2 seconds, the handheld will turn on and load WinCE system automatically, as shown below left. The start process will last for about 10 seconds, please be patient. When the start process is completed, the desktop of WinCE system will be shown as below right. - Page 25 Basic Operations Tap the Stylus icon in Control Panel dialog box to open the Stylus Properties dialog box, as shown below right. Set the double-tap speed. Double tap the grid pattern to set double-tap speed and double tap the file icon to test the double tap setting in Double-Tap page, as shown below left.
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Page 26: Power Management
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Calibrate the touch screen. Tap the Recalibrate button to open Calibration page, as shown above right. Follow the instructions on the top of the screen to calibrate the touch screen. Power Management Charging Connect the power adapter to the power cable, and then connect the other Lemo port of the power cable to the I/O port of the handheld, as shown below. -
Page 27: Smart Charging
Basic Operations Special charger should be used for eFix R2 series and the charging shall be done only in certain temperature range (0 ℃ ~ 40 ℃). Methods and requirements: Commonly there will be some power left in the battery before users start to use it. -
Page 28: Power Saving Mode
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions power. If the remaining power shown in Main batteries area is 100%, but on the task bar, the battery icon is along with a lightning signal, then it means the battery is not yet fully charged, as shown below left. -
Page 29: Installing The Micro Sd Card
Basic Operations Installing the Micro SD Card Open the soft rectangular plug at the right side of the handheld, you can find the Micro SD card slot. Put the Micro SD card upside down (the metal surface upward) as shown below, then push the card into the slot till the card is completely inside, and then close the plug. -
Page 30: Installing The Sim Card
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Installing the SIM Card Open the soft rectangular plug at the right side of the handheld, you can find the SIM card slot. Put the SIM card upside down (the metal surface upward) as shown below, then push the card into the slot till the card is completely inside. -
Page 31: Serial Port Settings
Basic Operations Serial Port Settings Double tap the Communication Mode Settings icon in the Control Panel, as shown below left, then the Communication Mode Settings dialog box appears. Users can define the functions of the three serial ports in this dialog, as shown below right. ... -
Page 32: Bluetooth Settings
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Tap the Turn On button in the Bluetooth area you can enable the Bluetooth. When the Bluetooth is enabled, you can tap the Turn Off button in the Bluetooth area to disable it. Similarly, Tap the Turn On button in the WiFi area you can enable the WiFi. When the WiFi is enabled, you can tap the Turn Off button in the WiFi area to disable it. - Page 33 Basic Operations Tap the Scan Device button, the handheld begins to scan Bluetooth devices within 10 meters, and shows them in the Scan Device page, as shown below left. Double tap the device to connect, select the Trusted item in the appeared menu, as shown below right.
- Page 34 eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions The Bluetooth Manager dialog box appears, as shown below left, tap the Yes button. Input the matching password (user-defined) in the appeared dialog box, tap the OK button, and then wait for inputting the matching password of the other device When the other device finishes confirmation, the symbol turns to , which means...
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Page 35: Bluetooth Dial-Up Connection
Basic Operations Bluetooth Dial-up Connection Usually, while scanning the devices, several items will be shown for the same device. For example, the Nokia device shows in the left picture below. To implement its Bluetooth Dial-up function, please double tap the item with the icon ahead, select the Trusted item, and input the matching password. - Page 36 eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Select Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections > Make New Connection, pops up the Make New Connection dialog box, as shown below left. Input the connection name, Select Dial-Up Connection, and tap the Next button. Then the Modem dialog box will pop up, as shown below right.
- Page 37 Basic Operations Select the matching device in the Modem dialog box, and tap the Configure button. Then a Bluetooth authority request will appear in the other device. When the request is accepted by the other device, pops up the Device Properties dialog box, as shown below left.
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Page 38: Wifi Settings
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions WiFi Settings When WiFi is enabled, the icon appears in the task bar, as shown below left. Double tap the icon , the UFMP1 dialog box appears, tap the Wireless Information tag, as shown below right. The system will search surrounding WiFi networks automatically, and list them in the Wireless Information page. - Page 39 Basic Operations If the IP address in the IP information page is 0.0.0.0, as shown below left, it means the wireless network is not able to assign IP address automatically. You need to consult the network manager to get a specific IP address, and configure it manually. The specific operations are as follows: Select Start >...
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Page 40: Using The Electronic Compass
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Double tap the UFMP1 icon , pops up the right dialog box. Select “Specify an IP address”, input the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway, tap the OK button to finish. Using the Electronic Compass Find the Compass icon in the Control Panel interface, as shown below left. -
Page 41: Restoring Wince System
Basic Operations Restoring WinCE System Make sure the backup of software and data have been done before restoring WinCE system. In the power off status, keep pressing the “ENT” button and press the power button, then the handheld will turn on and the interface of “Restoring the system, please wait…” will be shown as below. - Page 42 eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Connecting to After Microsoft ActiveSync is connected to handheld as below: Click the Explore button of Microsoft ActiveSync to open R2 series resource browser. Copy the latest version firmware file to “Storage Card”. In the power off status, keep pressing the “ESC” button and press the power button, the handheld will turn on and the interface of “Updating the firmware, please wait…”...
- Page 43 Basic Operations You can also insert the Micro SD card into Micro SD card reader, and then insert the reader to the USB interface of a PC. Copy firmware file to the Micro SD card, and insert it into handheld. Then by the above method, you can also complete grading firmware. Note: If there are several versions of the firmware for the correct type of handheld, the system will be upgraded to the latest one.
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Page 44: Connecting To Pc
Connecting to PC C H A P T E R Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Hardware Connection Setup with PC Microsoft ActiveSync Automatic Connection Visiting eFix R2 Series Handheld... -
Page 45: Installing Microsoft Activesync
Connecting To PC Installing Microsoft ActiveSync eFix R2 series is compatible with ActiveSync 4.5 or later. You can download the latest version from the Microsoft website at: http://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?id=15 After installing the Microsoft ActiveSync, click the Start > Program menu item, find and run Microsoft ActiveSync. -
Page 46: Microsoft Activesync Automatic Connection
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Microsoft ActiveSync Automatic Connection After the data cable has been connected, Microsoft ActiveSync on the computer will recognize the handheld device and connect automatically. Then select “No” if it asks “Set up a Partnership Yes or No?” and click Next, the connection will be completed successfully. If it is the first time of connection, the driver will be required. - Page 47 Connecting To PC...
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Page 48: Operation Mode And Configuration
Operation Mode and Configuration C H A P T E R Single Point Positioning Wide Area Differential CORS Differential RTK Positioning Post-Differential Dynamic Positioning High-Precision Large-Range Static Control Network... -
Page 49: Single Point Positioning
Operation Mode and Configuration Single Point Positioning With either the external GNSS antenna or only the built-in antenna, Geosun eFix R2 series can be used alone for single-point dynamic positioning, and the positioning accuracy can reach decimeter level as the best. Furthermore, decimeter and even centimeter accuracy can be achieved by post-processing software Caravel PP. -
Page 50: Rtk Positioning
Geosun eFix R2 series RTK system is composed of at least two R2 series handhelds. One is used as base station while another or the others is (are) as rover (s). The base receiver and the rover receiver are exchangeable. -
Page 51: Setting Up Base Station
Operation Mode and Configuration Setting up Base Station Base station can be mounted on a known point or unknown points. (Note: If you want to use the conversion parameters calculated before, the location of the base station should be the same with the last site. Open the project built last time, set up the base station, and then you just need to modify the base station antenna height and make sure the base station is transmitting differential signals. - Page 52 eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Connect the external GNSS antenna to handheld Connect the external GNSS antenna to handheld by external antenna connecting cable, as shown below. When the antenna is connected, the base station setup of GPRS/3G communication mode is done, as shown below.
- Page 53 Operation Mode and Configuration Install the transmitting radio If radio communication mode is required, you need to install the external transmitting radio. The radio transmitting antenna set up on a tripod should be placed on a high place. And there should be at least three meters far between the handheld tripod and the transmitting radio antenna.
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Page 54: Setting Up The Rover (External Gnss Antenna Mode)
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Setting up the Rover (External GNSS Antenna Mode) Connect the centering pole. Install the GNSS antenna onto the centering pole. Fix the handheld. Fix the centering pole handheld bracket to the pole, and then fix the handheld to the bracket. -
Page 55: Handheld Rover (Built-In Gnss Antenna Mode)
In this work mode, base and rover just need to save the fieldwork observation data. After back to the office, using Geosun Caravel PP software to process the data, you can get the centimeter-level accuracy differential positioning results. -
Page 56: High-Precision Large-Range Static Control Network
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions High-Precision Large-Range Static Control Network With two or more eFix R2 series handhelds, users can build a high-precision static control network, which can achieve millimeter-level accuracy results after processing the collected data of 1~2 hours by post-processing software Caravel Net. The longest baseline of the control network can be up to 500km. -
Page 57: Data Communication
Data Communication C H A P T E R GPRS/3G(WCDMA) Communication Mode Radio Communication Mode... -
Page 58: Gprs/3G(Wcdma) Communication Mode
Users can easily carry out high-precision RTK survey with CORS support or by self-build base station with GS Server data retransmission service provided by Geosun. The diagram of eFix R2 series operating system in GPRS/3G (WCDMA) communication... - Page 59 Data Communication because of geological disasters such as floods, earthquakes and etc. eFix R2 series users can choose to purchase the PDL radio. For details about PDL radio, please refer to appendix: Radio Instructions. PDL radio provides high-speed, long distance, anti-interference wireless data link for differential GPS and real-time tracking RTK systems in fieldwork surveying and mapping operations.
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Page 60: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting C H A P T E R Common Troubleshooting ActiveSync Common Issues... -
Page 61: Common Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Common Troubleshooting Issue Cause Solution Can’t turn on. Low battery. Recharge the battery. Working temperature is beyond the Bring the handheld into the environment where allowed range (-20 ℃ ~ 60 ℃). the temperature is in the allowed range. Crash in using. -
Page 62: Activesync Common Issues
Check "Allowing the USB connection" in File > Connection enabled in Settings. ActiveSync. Microsoft USB driver Install Microsoft USB driver. is not installed. If the issue you encounter still cannot be solved, please contact us. Geosun will offer you excellent after-sales service. -
Page 63: Appendix: Radio Instructions
Appendix: Radio Instructions A P P E N D I X PDL Radio Features Transmitting Radio Introduction Receiving Radio Introduction Factory Default Frequency Table Radio Notices... -
Page 64: Pdl Radio Features
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions PDL radio, as shown right, is a high-performance radio that is specially designed for surveying. PDL Radio Features Fast Over-the-Air Data Rate: Serial port default baud rate: 38400bps, Air transmission default rate: 9600 bps ... -
Page 65: Transmitting Radio Introduction
Appendix: Radio Instructions Transmitting Radio Introduction Front Panel Indicator Description POWER Power indicator Transmitting indicator Receiving indicator AMP PWR RF power output high/low indicator. When lit, it indicates that the RF output power is set high. When black, it indicates that the RF output power is set low. Button Description Power switch. -
Page 66: Receiving Radio Introduction
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Button/Interface Description HIGH/LOW RF power output level selector switch. This toggle switch selects high power output in the HIGH position when the action range is within 8km, while low power output in the LOW position when the action range is within 3km. DATA Data connector Power connector with dedicated power cable. -
Page 67: Factory Default Frequency List
Appendix: Radio Instructions Button/Interface Description Data/Power Data connector Connector Power connector. The receiving radio is designed with built-in Lithium-ion battery and charging circuit. 12V power supply is recommended for charging. Factory Default Frequency List Channel 460M-Band Transmitting Frequency (MHz) 460M-Band Receiving Frequency (MHz) 464.5500 464.5500 464.5000... -
Page 68: Radio Notices
eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Radio Notices The RF power switch of transmitting radio selects high power output in the HIGH position while the action range is within 8km, selects low power output in the LOW position while the action range is within 3km. The input voltage range of PDL transmitting radio and receiving radio: 10.5V - 16V, and the standard input voltage is 12V. -
Page 69: Index
Index Index GPRS communication mode, 47, 49, 53 3G High-speed Remote Wireless Communication, 3 GPRS Data Transmission, 3 Application Function, 9 GPS correction data, 44 Audio, 9 GPS Receiver, 7 Back View, 12 Handheld Bracket, 4 base station, 47 Handheld Rover, 50 base station of radio communication mode, Hardware Connection with PC, 41 high-accuracy RTK, 2... - Page 70 eFix R2 Series Hardware Operating Instructions Power on, 20 static control network, 2 Power Saving Mode, 24 Stylus Property, 20 Radio Communication Mode, 49, 53 technical parameters, 7 receiving radio, 49, 61 Touch Pen, 19 Remaining Power, 23 transmitting radio, 48, 60 Restoring WinCE System, 37 Troubleshooting, 56 Rover Standard Configuration, 17...
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Page 71: Contact Us
Thank you for using our eFix R2 series. We will do our best to provide you the best pre-sales and after-sales service. Please feel free to contact us for any usage condition or advices about eFix R2 series. Wuhan Geosun Information Technology Co.,Ltd Add: 5F West Research building, No.312 Luoyu Rd Hongshan District, Wuhan 430070, China.
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