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SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS
iX-1000 series
iX-500 series
intelligence X-ellence Station
Class 3R Laser Product
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
1008477-02-B

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  • Page 1 SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS iX-1000 series iX-500 series intelligence X-ellence Station Class 3R Laser Product OPERATOR'S MANUAL 1008477-02-B...
  • Page 2 HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL Thank you for selecting the iX-1000/500 series. • Please read this Operator’s manual carefully, before using this product. • iX has a function to output data to a connected host computer. Command operations from a host computer can also be performed.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION ..............1 2. PRECAUTIONS ......................4 3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION .................. 7 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE ....................9 Parts of the Instrument ..................9 Mode Structure ....................13 Bluetooth Wireless Technology/Wireless LAN ........... 14 5. BASIC OPERATION ....................16 Basic Key Operation ...................
  • Page 4 14.2 Height Resection Measurement ................. 81 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT ................85 15.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement ..............86 15.2 Using the Guide Light in Setting-out Measurement ..........86 15.3 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement ............... 90 15.4 REM Setting-out Measurement ................93 16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT ..................96 16.1 Offset Single-distance Measurement ..............

  • Page 5: 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.
  • Page 6 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION Power Supply  Warning Do not disassemble or rebuild the battery or the battery charger, nor expose to heavy shocks  or vibration. Sparking, fire, electric shock or burns could result.  Do not short circuit. Heat or ignition could result. Do not place articles such as clothing on the battery charger while charging batteries.
  • Page 7 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION Wireless technologies  Warning  Do not use within the vicinity of hospitals. Malfunction of medical equipment could result. Use the instrument at a distance of at least 22 cm from anyone with a cardiac pacemaker. ...

  • Page 8: Precautions

    2. PRECAUTIONS Charging Battery • Be sure to charge the battery within the charging temperature range. Charging temperature range : 0 to 40°C • Use only the specified battery or the battery charger. Failures caused by using other batteries or battery chargers are out of warranty including the main unit.
  • Page 9 2. PRECAUTIONS Tribrach • Always use the tribrach provided. During a traverse observation, it is recommended to use the same type of tribrach for the target as well for accurate observations. Backing up data • Data should be backed up (transferred to an external device etc.) on a regular basis to prevent data loss. Other precautions •...
  • Page 10 2. PRECAUTIONS Exporting this product (Relating EAR) • This product is equipped with the parts/units, and contains software/technology, which are subject to the EAR (Export Administration Regulations). Depending on countries you wish to export or bring the product to, a US export license may be required.

  • Page 11: Laser Safety Information

    3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION The instrument is classified as the following class of Laser Product according to IEC Standard Publication 60825-1 Ed.3.0: 2014 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 June 24, 2007.) Device Laser class...
  • Page 12 3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION  Caution • Perform checks at start of work and periodic checks and adjustments with the laser beam emitted under normal conditions. • When the instrument is not being used, turn off the power and replace the lens cap. •...

  • Page 13: Product Outline

    4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Parts of the Instrument Parts and functions of the instrument Handle Beam detector for Remote Controller (Auto Tracking model only) Wireless antenna Instrument height mark  External interface hatch "9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES" Battery cover Circular level Circular level adjusting screws Tribrach locking screw Luminance sensor...
  • Page 14 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE  Guide light Setting-out measurement etc. can be carried out effectively using the guide light. The guide light is composed of a light that is divided into green and red sections. A poleman can ascertain the present position by checking the guide light color.
  • Page 15 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Detaching/attaching the RC Handle (Auto Tracking model) The carrying handle can be removed from the instrument when the prism is located at the zenith etc.  • Never touch the beam detector. The ability of the system to perform Turning may be adversely affected. If the beam detector is dirty, carefully wipe it with the silicon cloth.
  • Page 16 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Detaching the instrument from the tribrach 1. Loosen the tribrach locking screw by turning 2 or 3 rotations in the counterclockwise direction. 2. Turn the tribrach clamp counterclockwise to loosen. 3. Lift the instrument to detach. Attaching the instrument to the tribrach 1.

  • Page 17: Mode Structure

    4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Mode Structure The diagram below describes the different modes of the instrument and key operations for navigating between them. ●Basic mode Top menu Version display mode Version OBSERVE MENU CONFIG Observation mode (Display switchable) Menu mode Config mode SHV display Program Distance display...

  • Page 18: Bluetooth Wireless Technology/Wireless Lan

    4. PRODUCT OUTLINE  • "TSshield" and "Cloud OAF" may not be installed on the instrument depending on the country or the area where the instrument is purchased. Bluetooth Wireless Technology/Wireless LAN  • Bluetooth/Wireless LAN function may not be built in depending on telecommunications regulations of the country or the area where the instrument is purchased.
  • Page 19 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Refrain from using the iX in proximity to televisions and radios.  • Televisions and radios use a different frequency band to Bluetooth/Wireless LAN communications. However, even if the iX is used within proximity to the above equipment with no adverse effects with regard to Bluetooth/Wireless LAN communication, moving a Bluetooth/Wireless LAN compatible device (including the iX) closer to said equipment may result in electronic noise in sound or images, adversely affecting the performance of televisions and radios.

  • Page 20: Basic Operation

    5. BASIC OPERATION Learn basic key operations here before you read each measurement procedure. Basic Key Operation {ESC} Program mode Display unit B.S. Starkey mode Illumination Enter Switching input mode Luminance sensor Power ON/OFF   "8. POWER ON/OFF" Lighting up the reticle/keys and selecting screen backlight brightness ...
  • Page 21 5. BASIC OPERATION Inputting letters/figures  Switch numerals/alphabetic characters (upper case)/alphabetic {α} characters (lower case) Display/hide <Input Panel> {α} + {  Input numeral or symbol printed above the key (during numeric input mode) {0} to {9} Input alphabetic character in the order they are listed (in alphabetic input mode) Input a decimal point (during numeric input mode) Input code (in alphabetic input mode)

  • Page 22: Display Functions

    5. BASIC OPERATION Display Functions Screens can be 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. It is also possible to de-activate the touch panel temporarily. ...
  • Page 23 5. BASIC OPERATION Top menu Mode switch icons Program activate icons  • "TSshield" and "Cloud OAF" may not be installed depending on the country or the area where the instrument is purchased. • Only one program can be activated at a time. Icons whose background are gray cannot be selected. Version display mode screen Instrument name Serial number...
  • Page 24 5. BASIC OPERATION The capitalized letter in the Operating icon indicates the currently selected mode.  Allocating [ZA/%]: "19.12 Allocating Operating Icons" (3)Horizontal angle Press [R/L] to switch the display status between HA-R (horizontal angle right)/HA-L (horizontal angle left). The capitalized letter in the Operating icon indicates the currently selected mode. ...
  • Page 25 5. BASIC OPERATION Selecting menus To select a menu, tap the touch panel or press the relevant number key. Number Status icons Indicate the current status of the instrument. Tapping icons 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 26: Inputting Characters Using The Input Panel

    5. BASIC OPERATION Inputting Characters using the Input Panel To display <Input Panel>, tap of Status icon/Starkey mode or while pressing {α} press { }. This  keyboard can be used to input numeric and alphabetic characters as well as symbols. Tap the icon again to close.

  • Page 27: Starkey Mode

    5. BASIC OPERATION Starkey Mode Via Starkey mode, you can jump from each Basic mode screen to the screen of checking/changing the various settings directly. Press starkey { } to enter Starkey mode. Each icon can be tapped or pressed and hold in the ★...
  • Page 28 5. BASIC OPERATION (2) Target type icon Selection of target type and configuration of prism constant correction value. You can jump to the Distance config. or Reflector config. screen.  "19.2 Observation Conditions - Dist"  "19.3 Observation Conditions - Reflector (Target)" : Prism (0 mm) : 360°...
  • Page 29 5. BASIC OPERATION (4) Laser-pointer/guide light icon Selection of laser-pointer/guide light status.  Switching the laser-pointer/guide light ON/OFF: "5.1 Basic Key Operation" You can jump to the Instrument config. screen.  "19.7 Instrument Conditions - Instrument" : Guide light ON : Guide light OFF : Laser-pointer ON : Laser-pointer OFF...
  • Page 30 5. BASIC OPERATION ii) Connection via RS232C cable : RS232C is selected : Sending data from a data collector to iX : Sending data from iX to a data collector : Exchanging data in both directions between iX and a data collector ...
  • Page 31 5. BASIC OPERATION (11) Config mode icon Jump to Config mode.  "19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS" (12) Touch panel icon De-activate the touch panel temporarily. You can jump to the Display config. screen.  "19.5 Instrument Conditions - Display" : Touch panel temporarily de-activated. ...

  • Page 32: Using The Battery

    6. USING THE BATTERY Battery Charging The battery was not charged at the factory. Charge the battery fully before using the instrument.  • The charger will become rather hot during use. This is normal. • Do not use to charge batteries other than those specified. •...

  • Page 33: Installing/Removing The Battery

    6. USING THE BATTERY  • Slots 1 and 2: The charger starts charging the battery mounted first. If you place two batteries in the charger, the battery in  slot 1 is charged first, and then the battery in slot 2. ( step 2) •...

  • Page 34: Setting Up The Instrument

    7. 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 Centering with the optical plummet eyepiece 1. Make sure the legs are spaced at equal intervals and the head is approximately level.

  • Page 35: Levelling

    7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT 2. Power ON the instrument.  "8. POWER ON/OFF" The electric circular level is displayed on the <Tilt>. 3. Press [L-ON]. The laser plummet beam will be emitted from the bottom of the instrument. • Use {}/{} in the second page to adjust the brightness of the laser.
  • Page 36 7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT 3. Power ON the instrument.  "8. POWER ON/OFF" The electric circular level is displayed on the <Tilt>. “” indicates the bubble in circular level. The range of the inside circle is ±1.5' and the range of the outside circle is ±6'.

  • Page 37: Power On/Off

    8. POWER ON/OFF  • When the power cannot be switched ON or the power is soon turned OFF even though the battery is mounted, there may be almost no battery power remaining. Replace it with a fully charged battery. ...

  • Page 38: Configuring The Touch Panel

    8. POWER ON/OFF PROCEDURE Power OFF 1. Press and hold (about 1sec) the power key on the side of the instrument.  • When there is almost no battery power remaining, the battery icon in the Status icon will start to blink.In this event, stop measurement, switch off the power and charge the battery or replace with a fully charged battery.

  • Page 39: Powering On/Off From An External Instrument

    8. POWER ON/OFF  Cold boot If the problem is not resolved with a warm boot the next step is to perform a cold boot. A cold boot will not erase surveying data in the instrument but all the parameters will be changed to the factory settings. If the data in the memory is necessary, BE SURE TO TRANSFER IT TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER BEFORE PERFORMING A COLD BOOT.

  • Page 40: Connecting To External Devices

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES The instrument supports Bluetooth wireless technology and RS232C for communication with data collectors etc. As for internet connection, Wireless LAN and SIM are supported. Inputting/outputting data is possible by inserting a USB flash drive or by connecting to a USB device. Read this manual in conjunction with the operator’s manual for the relevant external device.
  • Page 41 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 4. Select "Comms type" in <Communication Setup>. 5. Select "S-Type".  • "T-Type" is for an instrument using GTS commands. 6. Perform communication settings for S-type. Items set and options (*: Factory setting) (1) Check sum : Yes/No* (2) Controller : Remote/2 Way/2...
  • Page 42 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 8. Set "Authentication" to "Yes" or "No". If "Authentication" is set to "Yes", the passkey will also need to be input on the companion device. 9. When "Authentication" is set to "Yes", input the same passkey as that for the intended companion device.

  • Page 43: Communication Between The Ix And Companion Device

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE Displaying Bluetooth information for the iX 1. Press [Info] in <Bluetooth>" to display information for the iX.  "9.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology PROCEDURE Setting for Bluetooth communication" Register the Bluetooth address (BD ADDR) displayed here in the paired device set as "Master".

  • Page 44: Connection Via Rs232C Cable

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES Connection via RS232C Cable RS232C communication is possible, connecting instrument and a data collector with the cable. PROCEDURE Basic cable settings 1. Power OFF the instrument and connect the instrument and a data collector with a interface cable.

  • Page 45: Wireless Lan Settings And Communication

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 5. Select "RS232C" in <Communication Setup>. 6. Perform communication setting for RS232C. Items set and options (*: Factory setting) (1) Baud rate : 1200/2400/4800/9600*/ 19200/38400bps (2) Data bits : 7/8* bits (3) Parity : Not set*/Odd/Even (4) Stop bit : 1*/ 2 bits 7.
  • Page 46 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 3. Set "Connection" to "WLAN" in <Internet>. 4. Set "IP Settings" to "Auto" when obtaining an IP address via DHCP server. • Set "IP Settings" to "Static" when specifying an IP address and set related items. Items set (1) IP Address (IP address connectable to a router.
  • Page 47 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES • Set "IP Settings" to "Static" when it is necessary to specify a DNS server address manually using the information given from your internet service provider. Set related items and press [OK]. Items set (1) DNS Primary (IP address of DNS primary server) (2) DNS Secondary (IP address of DNS secondary server)

  • Page 48: Cellular Settings And Communication

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 9. Check the connection status in Wireless Information screen. Press [OK] to return to <Internet>. A program installed on the instrument can now communicate with an external device. • Press [Disconnect] to terminate the connection. •...
  • Page 49 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE 1. Open the battery cover.  "6.2 Installing/Removing the Battery" 2. Insert a SIM card to the SIM card slot. SIM card slot  • Do not use SIM card converter adaptor. Inserted adaptor may not be taken out or it may damage the inside of the SIM card slot.
  • Page 50 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 6. Set "Connection" to "Cellular2" in <Internet> and set the information of your carrier to connect. Items set (1) Dial Number (*99# or *99***1#) (2) APN (Access point name provided from your carrier) (3) User Name (User name provided from your carrier) (4) Password (Password provided from your carrier)

  • Page 51: Connecting Via Usb Cable

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 8. Press [Connect] in <Internet> to start communication. A program installed on the instrument can now communicate with an external device. • Press [Disconnect] to terminate the connection.  • When you can not access the internet after the series of steps for connection, check the Dial Number.
  • Page 52 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES  • As for the download and install of "exFat file system driver"/ActiveSync/Windows Mobile Device Center, please access to Microsoft support site. PROCEDURE Connecting the instrument to a computer to transfer data from instrument in USB mode 1.
  • Page 53 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE Connecting the instrument to a computer to transfer data from instrument in Mobile mode A synchronous software needs to be installed to the computer depending on the Windows version. Computer to connect Synchronous software Windows vista/7 Windows Mobile Device Center 1.

  • Page 54: Inserting Usb Flash Drive

    9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES Inserting USB Flash Drive Saving data in a USB flash drive or importing data from a memory is possible using the particular program on Program mode.  USB ports: "9.6 Connecting via USB Cable  USB port" ...

  • Page 55: Target Sighting And Measurement

    10.TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT A target can be automatically sighted using the Auto Pointing function or manually sighted by the operator using the sighting collimator and telescope. When Auto Pointing is performed, the image sensor on the instrument detects the Offset light beam reflected from the target (prism or reflective sheet target), the offset of X direction...
  • Page 56 10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT  Appropriate prism for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking <Single prism> The prism center is sighted optically during Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking operation. Therefore angle error will be caused depending on the prism constant values of the prism to use when it is not positioned in alignment with the objective lens of the instrument.

  • Page 57: Auto Pointing And Auto Tracking Settings

    10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT 10.1 Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking Settings Perform the settings for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking measurement. Setting items differ depending on models, Auto Pointing model or Auto Tracking model. PROCEDURE 1. Select "Obs.condition" in Config mode. 2.
  • Page 58 10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT (6) Horizontal (in 1°step, fractional part is rounded off) 0 to 180° (15*) (7) Tracking Meas. Standard*/Fixed Averaging (8) Forecast time 0.5 sec./1 sec./2 sec.*/3 sec./4 sec./5 sec./ Auto (9) Wait time 0 to 3600 sec. (5 sec.*) (10) TURN ...
  • Page 59 10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT  Search pattern The search pattern is the rotating method of telescope and instrument to find the target prism in search mode. In Pattern "1" instrument starts searching the prism at the point where the prism is lost and gradually expands the searching area in vertical direction, keeping the horizontal angular width.

  • Page 60: Auto Pointing And Auto Tracking Function For Target Sighting/Measurement

    10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT 10.2 Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking Function for Target Sighting/Measurement The procedures for sighting to measuring distance differ depending on models, Auto Pointing model or Auto Tracking model. With the Auto Tracking function, the instrument searches for and sights the target. The instrument will then follow that target as it is moved from measurement point to measurement point.
  • Page 61 10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT  Lost Prism In the event that an obstacle prevents the instrument 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 for the time period set in "Forecast time".
  • Page 62 10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT • Auto Tracking model When "Search" "Search/ set in "Track When "Track" set in "Track Setting" Track" When "None" set Setting" setting in "Track Setting" Operating "Srch method" is When "R.C. " set When "G.S." set icon fixed to "G.S."...

  • Page 63: Manually Sighting The Target

    10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT 10.3 Manually Sighting the Target The procedures of sighting the target manually without using Auto Pointing function are explained in this section.  • When sighting the target, strong light shining directly into the objective lens may cause the instrument to malfunction.

  • Page 64: Angle Measurement

    11.ANGLE MEASUREMENT This section explains the procedures for basic angle measurement in Observation mode. • It is possible to allocate Operating icons in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.  "19.12 Allocating Operating Icons" 11.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°) Use the “0SET”...

  • Page 65: Setting The Horizontal Angle To A Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)

    11. ANGLE MEASUREMENT 11.2 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 66: Turning The Instrument From The Reference Angle To A Specified Angle

    11. ANGLE MEASUREMENT 11.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a Specified Angle The instrument automatically turns from the reference direction to the specified angle (target). • instrument also turns to the target coordinates when reference angle is omitted. ...

  • Page 67: Angle Measurement And Outputting The Data

    11. ANGLE MEASUREMENT • The following operation can be select by switching the Operating icons. [COORD] : set the angle by coordinates [INV]: : rotate the top of the instrument and telescope 180 ° [CNFG]: : set motor settings  "10.1 Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking Settings"...

  • Page 68: Distance Measurement

    12.DISTANCE MEASUREMENT Perform the following settings as preparation for distance measurement in Observation mode. • Distance measurement mode  "19.2 Observation Conditions - Dist" • Target type (including prism constant correction value and aperture information)  "19.3 Observation Conditions - Reflector (Target)" •...
  • Page 69 12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 2. Press [S-LEV] in Observation mode. <Aiming> is displayed.  Allocating [S-LEV]: "19.12 Allocating Operating Icons" When [S-LEV] is pressed, a gauge indicating light intensity is displayed. • The more displayed, the greater the quantity of reflected light. •...

  • Page 70: Distance And Angle Measurement

    12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 12.2 Using the Guide Light in Distance Measurement The color and flashing speed of the guide light indicates the status of the instrument and can be known when the user is located at a distance from the instrument. ...
  • Page 71 12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 2. Start measurement. Press [MEAS]. Measurement starts and the measured distance data (SD), vertical angle (ZA), and horizontal angle (HA-R) are displayed. 3. Press [STOP] to quit distance measurement.  • If the single measurement mode is selected, measurement automatically stops after a single measurement. •...

  • Page 72: Distance Measurement And Outputting The Data

    12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 12.4 Distance Measurement and Outputting the Data The following explains distance measurement and the features used to output measurement data to a computer or external devices.  Setting procedures: "9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"  Cables: "25. ACCESSORIES" ...

  • Page 73: Rem Measurement

    12. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 12.5 REM Measurement An REM measurement is a function used to measure the height to a point where a target cannot be directly installed such as power lines, overhead cables and bridges, etc. The height of the target is calculated using the following formula. Ht = h h2 = S sin x cot...
  • Page 74 12. 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 75: Coordinate Measurement

    13.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 Operating icons in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.

  • Page 76: Azimuth Angle Setting

    13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT Enter instrument station coordinates,instrument height (HI) and target height (HR). 4. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Backsight setup> is displayed again. 13.2 Azimuth Angle Setting Based on the instrument station coordinates and backsight station coordinates which have already been set, the azimuth angle of the backsight station is calculated.
  • Page 77 13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT • When checking backsight distance, sight the backsight station and press . Press [MEAS] [STOP] to display the distance calculated from coordinates, the measured distance, and the difference between the two. Press [YES] to set the azimuth angle and display <Coord. measurement>.

  • Page 78: 3-D Coordinate Measurement

    13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT 2. Tap the screen title to display popup and select "Key in azimuth" display and enter the desired angle in "Azimuth". • [SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the instrument in the direction of the backsight. • [Azimuth] /[H.ANG]/[None]/[0 SET]: Switches horizontal angle setting method.
  • Page 79 13. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT 2. Select "Coord." in <Coordinate>. Press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The coordinates of the target point are displayed. • Tap the screen title to display popup and select "Graphic" display. The coordinates are displayed on a graph.

  • Page 80: Resection Measurement

    14.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 known point...

  • Page 81: Coordinate Resection Measurement

    14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 14.1 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 pt.>. 3. Input the known point. After setting the coordinates and target height for the first known point press [NEXT] to move to the second point.
  • Page 82 14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 5. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of the first known point. • You can also input target height here. • Press [NO] to return to the screen in step 4 and perform measurement again. 6. Repeat procedures 4 to 5 in the same way from subsequent points.
  • Page 83 14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 7. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start calculations after observations of all known points are completed. Instrument station coordinates, station elevation, and standard deviation, which describes the measurement accuracy, are displayed. • "Occ. Elev" is not displayed when the result is calculated only by angle measurements.
  • Page 84 14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT • Switch the Operating icons and press [ADD] when there is a known point that has not been observed or when a new known point is added. 10. Press [OK] in <Resection/result> to display <Resection/Set h angle>. 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>.

  • Page 85: Height Resection Measurement

    14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 14.2 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 86 14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 5. If measuring two or more known points, repeat procedures 4 in the same way from the second point. 6. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start calculations after observations of all known points are completed. • Instrument station elevation and standard deviation, which describes the measurement accuracy, are displayed in <Result>.
  • Page 87 14. RESECTION MEASUREMENT • Press [RE_OBS] to measure the point designated in step 7. • Press [ADD] in the second page when there is a known point that has not been observed or when a new known point is added. If no points are designated in step 7, all the points or only the final point can be observed again.
  • Page 88 14. 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. An arrangement such as that shown below is desirable.

  • Page 89: Setting-Out Measurement

    15.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. The horizontal angle difference distance difference, and coordinate difference are calculated and displayed using the following formulae.

  • Page 90: Distance Setting-Out Measurement

    15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 15.1 Using the Guide Light in Setting-out Measurement When the guide light is set to ON, the flashing speed of the light indicates the status of the instrument and can be known when the user is located at a distance from the instrument. Also, the flashing colors relative to the target indicate the direction of the instrument and allow the user to reposition the target.
  • Page 91 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Select "Setting out" in <Menu> to display <Setting out>. 2. Set the instrument station and the backsight station to define the reference direction. Select "Occupy setup" in <Setting out>. Enter data for the instrument station and press [OK] to move to Backsight setup.
  • Page 92 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT • Each time [Shvr] is pressed, the distance mode changes from "SD" (slope distance), "HD" (horizontal distance), "VD" (height difference), and "Ht." (REM). • Press [COORD] and input coordinates in <Key in coord>. The angle and distance from these coordinates to the position to be set out will be calculated.
  • Page 93 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT : Move target upward   : Move target downward  : Target position is correct  • Each time Shvr is pressed, the distance mode changes from slope distance, horizontal distance, height difference and slope distance (REM). •...

  • Page 94: Coordinates Setting-Out Measurement

    15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 15.3 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement After setting the coordinates for the point to be set out, the instrument 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 95 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT Record all the setting-out points (includes setting- out points you will measure from now). Press [ADD] to record new data. • Switch the Operating icons and press [DEL] to delete the selected setting out point. • Press [DELALL] to delete all setting out points. 4.
  • Page 96 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT • Tap the screen title to display popup and "Graph Position of poleman Height difference direction 1" display or "Graph 2" display can be selected. The Graph 1 : the current position of the mirror and the direction to the setting out point from this position.

  • Page 97: Rem Setting-Out Measurement

    15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 6. Press [OK] to return to <Key in coord>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement. 15.4 REM Setting-out Measurement To find a point where a target cannot be directly installed, perform REM setting-out measurement. ...
  • Page 98 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 5. Press [H.TURN] to automatically rotate the instrument until the angle of the setting out point reads 0 ° 6. Sight the target and press [MEAS]. Measurement begins and the measurement results are displayed. 7. Switch the Operating icons and press [REM] to Arrows indicate direction to move start REM measurement.
  • Page 99 15. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT • Tap the screen title to display popup and "Graphic" display can be selected. 8. Press {ESC} to return to <SO data setting>.

  • Page 100: Offset Measurement

    16.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 survey point to the offset point.
  • Page 101 16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 3. Set the instrument station and the backsight station to define the reference direction. Select "Occupy setup" in <Offset>. Enter data for the instrument station and press [OK] to move to Backsight setup.  "13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data" 4.

  • Page 102: Offset Angle Measurement

    16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 16.2 Offset Angle 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 103: Offset Two-Distance Measurement

    16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT The result of the target point is displayed. Results for target point • Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target point between distance/angle values and coordinate/elevation values. Results for offset point 6. Press [OK] in the screen in step 5 to return to <Offset>.
  • Page 104 16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install two offset points (1st target, 2nd target) on a straight line from the target point and use the offset points as the target. 2. Select "Offset" in <Menu> to display <Offset>. 3. Select "Offset2D". 4.
  • Page 105 16. OFFSET MEASUREMENT The measurement results are displayed. Press [YES] to confirm. 6. Sight the 2nd target and press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The measurement results are displayed. 7. Press [YES] in the measurement result screen of the 2nd target to display results for the target point.

  • Page 106: Missing Line Measurement

    17.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 107 17. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT 3. Sight the target and press [MLM] to begin observation Press [STOP] to stop measurement. Slope distance, grade, horizontal distance and height difference between the target and the starting position are displayed. 4. Sight the next target and press [MLM] to continue Results for measurement between starting observation.

  • Page 108: Changing The Starting Point

    17. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT 17.2 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 4 in "17.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points".

  • Page 109: Surface Area Calculation

    18.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 Coordinates: P1 (N1, E1, Z1) Surface area: S (horizontal area and slope area) P5 (N5, E5, Z5) •...
  • Page 110 18. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 2. Press [OBS] to display <Area calculation/obs.>. Sight the first point on the line enclosing the area, and press [MEAS]. Measurement begins and the measured values are displayed. Press [STOP] to stop measuring. 3. The measurement results are displayed. Press [YES] to confirm.
  • Page 111 18. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 5. Press [CALC] to display the calculated area. 6. Press [OK] to return to <Area calculation>. Press {ESC} twice to quit area calculation.

  • Page 112: Changing The Settings

    19.CHANGING THE SETTINGS This section explains the contents of parameter settings in Config mode and how to change these settings. Each item can be changed to meet your measurement requirements. <Configuration> can be accessed by tapping Config mode icon in Starkey mode. The following items in Configuration mode are explained in other chapters.

  • Page 113: Observation Conditions - Dist

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Ang.reso. (Angle resolution) : iX-1001/1002/501/502: 0.5", 1"* iX-1003/1005/503/505: 1"*, 5"  Automatic tilt angle compensation mechanism The vertical and horizontal angles are automatically compensated for small tilt errors using the 2-axis tilt sensor. • Read the automatically compensated angles when the display has stabilized. •...
  • Page 114 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Dist. mode (Distance measurement mode):Fine ’R’*/Fine AVG n= 1(Setting: 1 to 9 times)/Fine ’S’/Rapid ’R’/  Rapid ’S’/Tracking/Road Distance mode : Sdist (slope distance)*/Hdist (horizontal distance)/ V.dist (height difference) ...
  • Page 115 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS  Scale factor iX calculates horizontal distance and coordinates of a point using measured slope distance. If scale factor has been set, scale correction is carried out during calculation. When scale factor is set to "1.00000000", the horizontal distance is not corrected.

  • Page 116: Observation Conditions - Reflector (Target)

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.3 Observation Conditions - Reflector (Target) Select "Obs.condition" in <Configuration> and select "Reflector". Factory setting Factory settings are indicated in the above <Reflector>. • "Prism+" indicates a target used with an external device or in a program installed in the Program mode. ...
  • Page 117 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS PROCEDURE Editing target information 1. Select a target to edit in <Reflector> and press [EDIT]. Select/input relevant information for the target. Items set and options (1) Reflector type Prism/Sheet/N-Prism/360° Prism (2) Prism Const.correction value -99 to 99 mm (3) Aperture 1 to 999 mm •...

  • Page 118: Observation Conditions - Atmosphere

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.4 Observation Conditions - Atmosphere Select "Obs.condition" in <Configuration> and select "Atmos". Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Temperature : -35 to 60°C (15*)/-22 to +140°F (59*) (When Dist.reso. is 1 mm) Pressure : 500 to 1400hPa (1013*)/375 to 1050mmHg (760*)/14.8 to 41.3 (inchHg) (29.9*) (When Dist.reso.
  • Page 119 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS  Atmospheric correction factor The velocity of the light beam used for measurement varies according atmospheric conditions such as temperature and air pressure. Set the atmospheric correction factor when you wish to take this influence into account when measuring. •...

  • Page 120: Instrument Conditions - Display

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.5 Instrument Conditions - Display Select "Inst. Config" in <Configuration> and select "Display". Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Backlight (Reticle On)  : 0 to 8 (1*) (Brightness level on pressing { Backlight (Normal)  : 0 to 8/Auto (Auto*) Backlight Off ...
  • Page 121 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS  Adjusting backlight brightness/turning the reticle illumination and key backlight ON/OFF Pressing { } switches the brightness level of the backlight in conjunction with the ON/OFF status of the reticle illumination/key backlight. When the instrument is powered ON the brightness level is set to "Backlight (Normal)". "Backlight (Normal)"...

  • Page 122: Instrument Conditions - Power

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.6 Instrument Conditions - Power Select "Inst. Config" in <Configuration> and select "Power supply". Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Power off  : No/5 min./10 min./15 min./30 min.* Power off (Remote) : No*/5 min./10 min./15 min./30 min. ...

  • Page 123: Instrument Conditions - Instrument

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.7 Instrument Conditions - Instrument Select "Inst. Config" in <Configuration> and select "Instrument". Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Illum. hold ({ } function) : Laser-pointer*/Guide light Guide light brightness : 1 to 3 (3*) Guide pattern : 1* (simultaneous)/2 (alternating) Laser-pointer off ...

  • Page 124: Instrument Conditions - Unit

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.8 Instrument Conditions - Unit Select "Inst. Config" in <Configuration> and select "Unit". Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Temperature : Celsius*/Fahrenheit Pressure : hPa*/mmHg/InchHg Angle : Degree (DDD.MMSS)*/Gon/Mil Distance : Meter*/Feet/Inch Feet : International*/US •...

  • Page 125: Instrument Conditions - Password

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.9 Instrument Conditions - Password When a password has been set, the password screen will appear when the instrument is powered ON. Setting a password allows you to protect important information such as measurement data. No password was set when the instrument was shipped. When setting a password for the first time, leave the "Old password"...

  • Page 126: Customizing Screen Controls

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.10 Instrument Conditions - Date and Time Select "Inst. Config" in <Configuration> and select "Date & Time". Items set Date : Manually input date or select from the drop-down calendar by tapping . Time : Manually input time or set using []/[]. Pressing {S.P.} will increment the selected section by 1.
  • Page 127 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS PROCEDURE Customizing screen controls 1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select screen>. 2. Select the measurement mode in which you want to customize screen controls. 3. Select "Control". 4. Press [ADD] to add a control drop-down list. •...
  • Page 128 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 5. Select a screen control from the list. 6. Press [CNFG] to set the size, thickness, color and spacing of the font. 7. Repeat steps 4 to 6 to customize more screen controls. 8. Press {ESC} to finish customizing screen controls.

  • Page 129: Allocating Operating Icons

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.12 Allocating Operating Icons It is possible to allocate the Operating icons in Observation mode to suit the measurement conditions. It is possible to operate the instrument efficiently because unique Operating icon allocations can be preset to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
  • Page 130 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS [S-LEV] : Return signal [TILT] : Display tilt angle [MOTOR] : Display <Search/Track> [INV] : Rotates the instrument 180° [SRCH] : Automatically sights the center of the target [RC] : Rotate in the direction specified by the Remote Control System (Auto Tracking model only) [<-RC] : Rotate in a counterclockwise direction (from the point of view of the Remote Controller)
  • Page 131 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 2. Select the measurement mode in which you want to customize Operating icons. 3. Select "Operating icon". 4. Select an Operating icon whose allocation you want to change. Tap the Operating icon to display the Operating icon list.

  • Page 132: Changing Starkey Mode Icons

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 7. Press {ESC} to finish allocating icons. The allocated icons are stored in memory and the previous screen is restored. The newly allocated icons appear in the relevant measurement screen. 19.13 Changing Starkey Mode Icons It is possible to preset icon allocations of the Starkey mode to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
  • Page 133 19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 2. Select "Starkey mode". 3. Select a Starkey mode icon you wish to re- allocate. Tap the icon to display the Starkey mode icon list. 4. Select the new icon from the Starkey mode icon list. The icon is allocated in the selected icon position.

  • Page 134: Restoring Default Settings

    19. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 19.14 Restoring Default Settings Perform a cold boot to return all items to factory settings. A cold boot will not erase surveying data in instrument. However, if the data in the memory is important, BE SURE TO TRANSFER IT TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER BEFORE PERFORMING A COLD BOOT.

  • Page 135: Warning And Error Messages

    20.WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES The following is a list of the error messages displayed by the instrument and the meaning of each message. If the same error message is repeated or if any message not shown below appears, the instrument has malfunctioned.
  • Page 136 20. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES Motor error EXXX A problem has occurred with the motor drive and operation stops. Power the instrument OFF then ON to correct the problem. If this error message appears frequently, contact your local dealer. Need base pt. obs During REM measurement, the observation of the target was not completed normally.
  • Page 137 20. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES Target not found!! The prism cannot be found within the Search area range. Reset and sight the prism and perform measurement again. TelCtrl Error: E812 (XXX) If the same error message is repeated, contact your local dealer. Temp Rnge OUT The instrument is outside useable temperature range and accurate measurement cannot be performed.

  • Page 138: Checks And Adjustments

    21.CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS iX is a precision instrument that requires fine adjustments. It must be inspected and adjusted before use so that it always performs accurate measurements. • In addition, the instrument should be inspected with special care after it has been stored a long time, transported, or when it may have been damaged by a strong shock.

  • Page 139: Tilt Sensor

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 21.2 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 procedures to cancel the tilt zero point error. PROCEDURE Checking and adjusting 1.

  • Page 140: Reticle

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 6. Press [OK] to automatically rotate the top of the instrument and telescope through 180 ° 7. Newly measured tilt correction constant is Current tilt correction constant displayed. Compare current "Tilt X" and new "Tilt X". Compare the constants of "Tilt Y"...
  • Page 141 21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE Check 2: Vertical and horizontal reticle line positions  • Perform check in weak sunlight and no scintillation. • "Tilt crn" should be se to "Yes (H,V)" and "Coll.crn" to "Yes" in <Obs. condition> while performing checks. ...

  • Page 142: Collimation

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 21.4 Collimation If for whatever reason instrument error relating angle measurement occurs, this will adversely affect angle measurement. With this option you can measure collimation offset constant in your instrument so that the instrument can eliminate the angle error between Face 1 and 2. Perform the following procedures to correct the collimation offset constant.

  • Page 143: Image Sensor Reticle

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 5. While the telescope is in Face 1, sight the center of the target correctly and press [OK]. Telescope rotates and vertical circle is indexed.  • Do not look through the telescope eyepiece while the motor drive is in operation. An eye could be struck by the telescope and cause injury.
  • Page 144 21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE Checks and adjustments 1. Carefully level the instrument. 2. Position the prism in a horizontal direction approximately 50 meters from the instrument. 3. Select "Inst.cons." in <Settings>. 4. Select "Image Sensor-Reticle offset". 5. Use manual sighting to accurately sight the target. ...
  • Page 145 21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 7. Offset value (H, V) (New) is obtained from the Set offset value set offset value (H, V) (Current) and the measurement results. The offset value is a constant value that indicates the number of degrees of misalignment between the center of the telescope reticle and the center of the image sensor.

  • Page 146: Optical Plummet

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 5. Do the calculations: A2-A1 and B2+B1 If A2-A1 is within 180°±20 and B2+B1 is within ″ 360°±20 , adjustment is unnecessary. ″ Example: A2-A1 (Horizontal angle) =198° 34' 20"- 18° 34' 00" =180° 00' 20" B2+B1 (Vertical angle) =269°...

  • Page 147: Additive Distance Constant

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 5. Use the 4 adjusting screws of the optical plummet to adjust the remaining half of the deviation as shown below. When the survey 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 survey point to a point directly under the center of the optical plummet.

  • Page 148: Laser Plummet (Optional Accessory)

    21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3. Place the instrument at point C directly between points A and B and set up the reflective prism at point A. 4. Precisely measure the horizontal distances CA and CB 10 times each and calculate the average value for each distance.
  • Page 149 21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS PROCEDURE Adjusting 1. Turn the laser plummet adjustment cap anticlockwise and remove. 2. Emit the laser plummet beam. 3. Note the current position (x) of the laser beam. 4. Turn the upper part of the instrument horizontally through 180°...
  • Page 150 21. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 8. Turn the upper part of the instrument horizontally and check that the laser beam is now aligned with the target center. 9. Re-attach the laser plummet adjustment cap.  • Tightening each of the fine adjustment screws moves the laser plummet beam in the directions shown below. Tighten "Up"...

  • Page 151: Cloud Oaf

    22.CLOUD OAF The iX has a function to update option authorization file (OAF) using the Cloud OAF system. The system allows you to customize and configure the instrument according to your purpose. To update Cloud OAF, you need to purchase a specific optional package in advance. Contact your local dealer for the details of the available options and purchasing process.
  • Page 152 22. CLOUD OAF 3. Press [Comms] in <Network check>. • Press [Cancel] to return to the previous screen. 4. Select a connection method and set the communication settings depending on the method. After setting, press [Connect] to establish a network connection. The right is the screen Wireless LAN is selected.
  • Page 153 22. CLOUD OAF 6. Press [OK] to start Cloud OAF update. The right screens are displayed during update. 7. When the update is completed, the instrument is restarted automatically. 8. Display the version display mode screen and check if the functions on your instrument are changed.

  • Page 154: Oaf Offline Update

    22. CLOUD OAF 22.2 Cloud OAF Offline Update This section explains the procedures of offline Cloud OAF update. Save the update file downloaded from the TSshield web site in an USB flash drive and insert it to the instrument.  •...
  • Page 155 22. CLOUD OAF Update starts automatically. 6. When the update is completed, the instrument is restarted automatically. 7. Display the version display mode screen and check if the functions on your instrument are changed.  "22.1 Cloud OAF Online Update" step 8...

  • Page 156: Power Supply System

    23.POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM Operate your instrument with the following combinations of power equipment.  An appropriate prism for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking measurement: "10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT  Appropriate prism for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking"  • When using an external battery, mount the BDC70 in place to maintain the balance of the instrument. •...

  • Page 157: Target System

    24.TARGET SYSTEM Select a prism or a target depending on your purpose. The following are all special accessories (sold separately).  An appropriate prism for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking measurement: "10. TARGET SIGHTING AND MEASUREMENT  Appropriate prism for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking" ...
  • Page 158 24. TARGET SYSTEM Instrument height adaptor (AP41)  This device is used to adjust the height of the target. Make sure that the instrument height “239” (mm) is displayed in the instrument height adjustment window. 1. Install the tribrach to the instrument height adaptor. Height adjustment window 2.

  • Page 159: Accessories

    25.ACCESSORIES The following are outlines and how to use standard accessories (not all) and optional accessories. The following items are explained in other chapters.  Power supply and target optional accessories: "23. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM", "24. TARGET SYSTEM". Carrying case and shoulder belt (standard equipment) ...
  • Page 160 25. ACCESSORIES Circular level for the main unit (L08C) (optional  accessory) L08C is the circular level to install to the rotating portion of the instrument. The Installed level is easy to check its bubble’s state, that makes it possible to perform the levelling more quickly.
  • Page 161 25. ACCESSORIES Power cable/Interface cable (optional accessory)  Connect the instrument to a host computer using the following cables. Cable Notes DOC210 Pin number and signal level RS232C compatible EDC211 (Y cable) D-Sub connector 9 pins (female) EDC212 (Y cable) ...

  • Page 162: Specifications

    26.SPECIFICATIONS Except where stated, the following specifications apply to all iXs. Telescope Length 142 mm Aperture 38 mm (1.5 inch) (EDM: 38 mm (1.5 inch)) Magnification Image Erect Resolving power 2.5" Field of view 1°30' (26 m/1,000 m) Minimum focus 1.3 m (4.3 ft) Focussing screw 1 speed...
  • Page 163 26. SPECIFICATIONS Mini pole prism OR1PA: 1.3 to 500 m (1,640 ft) Compact prism CP01: 1.3 to 2,500 m (8,200 ft) *2, *7 Standard prism AP01AR X 1: iX-1000 series: 1.3 to 6,000 m (19,680 ft) *2, *7 iX-500 series: 1.3 to 4,000 m (13,120 ft) Reflective sheet RS90N-K: 1.3 to 500 m (1,640 ft) Reflective sheet RS50N-K:...
  • Page 164 26. SPECIFICATIONS ppm input range: -499 to 499 ppm (in 0.1 ppm step) Prism constant correction -99 to 99 mm (in 0.1 mm step) 0 mm fixed for reflectorless measurement Earth curvature and refraction correction No/Yes K=0.142/Yes K=0.20/Yes (K=Voluntary) (selectable) ("Yes (K=Voluntary)"...
  • Page 165 26. SPECIFICATIONS *11: Time to completed Auto Pointing may be longer around elevation angle 90°, because the tilt compensation is not in operation. *12:No haze, visibility over 20 km, slightly overcast (less than 30000 lx), no scintillation. *13: When using a reflective sheet for Auto Pointing, the size of sheet (10 to 90 mm) must be selected to correspond to the distance being measured.
  • Page 166 26. SPECIFICATIONS Handle (Remote Control System Beam Detector) Operable range (Slope distance when using RC-PR5A under normal atmospheric conditions Standard mode to 100 m Far mode to 250 m to 300 m Maximum detecting area (vertical angle) ±30° (on the basis of horizontal direction) Remote Control System Turning operation time (RC-PR5A) 15 sec or less (until completion of rapid (single) measurement) *20: When there is almost no vertical interval between instrument height and the target height, the instrument...
  • Page 167 26. SPECIFICATIONS Power Supply Power source Rechargeable Li-ion battery BDC70 Working duration at 20 °C BDC70: about 4hours BDC60A (external battery, optional accessory) + BDC70: about 9 hours BDC61A (external battery, optional accessory) + BDC70: about 14 hours Battery state indicator 4 levels Auto power-off 5 levels (5/10/15/30 min/Not set) (selectable)
  • Page 168 26. SPECIFICATIONS Laser plummet (optional accessory) Signal source: Red laser diode 635 ±10 nm (Class 2 IEC60825-1 Ed.3.0: 2014/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 June 24, 2007.)) Beam accuracy: 1 mm or less (when tripod head height is 1.3m).

  • Page 169: Explanations

    27.EXPLANATIONS 27.1 High Accuracy with the 360° Prism Sighting can be more accurately performed by facing the 360 Prism toward the instrument. The 360 Prism ° ° should be set up so that a pair of diametrically-opposed hexagonal points on its rubber flanges are aligned with the sighting direction of the instrument (see the diagram below).

  • Page 170: Manually Indexing The Vertical Circle By Face 1/2 Measurement

    27. EXPLANATIONS 27.2 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face 1/2 Measurement The 0 index of the vertical circle of your instrument is almost 100% accurate, but when it is necessary to perform particularly high precision vertical angle measurements, you can eliminate any inaccuracy of the 0 index as follows.

  • Page 171: Correction For Refraction And Earth Curvature

    27. EXPLANATIONS 27.3 Correction for Refraction and Earth Curvature The instrument measures distance, taking into account correction for refraction and earth curvature. Distance Calculation Formula Distance Calculation Formula; with correction for refraction and earth curvature taken into account. Follow the Formula below for converting horizontal and vertical distances.

  • Page 172: Regulations

    28.REGULATIONS Region/ Directives/ Labels/Declarations Country Regulations U.S.A. FCC-Class A FCC Compliance 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 173 28. REGULATIONS Region/ Directives/ Labels/Declarations Country Regulations California Recycling and NY, Batteries U.S.A. Canada ICES-Class A This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la Class A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
  • Page 174 28. REGULATIONS Region/ Directives/ Labels/Declarations Country Regulations EMC-Class A EMC NOTICE R&TTE- In industrial locations or in proximity to industrial power installations, this Class 1 instrument might be affected by electromagnetic noise. Under such conditions, please test the instrument performance before use. This product complies with the electromagnetic environmental testing of industrial locations.

  • Page 175: Index

    29.INDEX ACK mode ............................... 38 Adjusting backlight brightness/turning the reticle illumination and key backlight ON/OFF ....117 Appropriate prism for Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking ................52 Atmospheric correction factor ....................... 115 AUTO AIM ............................... 54 Automatic tilt angle compensation mechanism ..................109 Backlight Off ............................
  • Page 176 Terminate ..............................38 Tracking Meas............................55 Tracking reso. (Tracking resolution) ..................... 111 Trigger key .............................. 10 TURN ..............................55 Turning operation ............................ 58 V mode (vertical angle display method) ....................109 Vertical Jog ............................. 10...
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