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  • Page 3 All rights reserved. For more information contact Synergy Positioning Systems or visit the Synergy Positioning Systems website at www.synergypositioning.co.nz All branches: Phone 0800 867 266 Email: info@synergypositioning.co.nz This quick start guide tells you how to get started using the GR-5 receiver.
  • Page 4 Topcon product. Copyrights and Trademarks The information in this manual is a copyright of Topcon and is for use only with the product. GR-5, TRU, TopSURV, Topcon Link, Topcon Tools, and Topcon are trademarks or registered trademark of Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ..........1 Chapter Descriptions ...........1 Where to Find More Information ......2 Getting to Know Your GR-5 .......3 MINTER ............3 Data and Power Ports ........9 Radio Antenna and Pole Connectors ....11 SDHC and SIM Card Slots ......11 Default Configuration ..........13 Accessories ............16...
  • Page 6 Charging with the Power Supply Unit ..28 Charging with the Battery Charging Cradle .29 Charging Temperatures .........29 Estimated Operating Times ........30 Connecting the GR-5 with a Control Device ..31 Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection ...32 Surveying ..........35 Post-Processing Survey ........35 Step 1: Set up the GR-5 Base ......35...
  • Page 7 Contents Downloading Files ........45 Downloading Files via Topcon Link ....45 ...Using Windows Explorer ......45 ...Using Topcon Link ........47 Downloading Files Using TRU ......48 Maintenance ..........49 Restoring Default Settings ........49 Performing Hardware Reset ........49 Clearing the NVRAM ..........50 Initializing File System ........51 Managing Receiver Options ........51...
  • Page 8 Contents Obtaining Technical Support .......68 End-users ............68 Dealers (in the U.S., Canada, Australia) ..68 Help Desk 68 Phone 68 Email 69 Dealers (International) ........69 Topcon GR-5 Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Chapter 1 ntroduction This quick start guide focuses on how to get your GR-5 up and running quickly without overwhelming you with technical details. Chapter Descriptions • Chapter 1: Introduction (this chapter) Understand the GR-5 parts and features, default configuration, and accessories available for your GR-5 receiver.

  • Page 10: Where To Find More Information

    • For detailed information regarding features, capabilities, and software introduced with this receiver, refer to the GR-5 Operator’s Manual (7010-1004). • For the quick guide about GR-5 cellular modem, refer to the GR-5 Cellular Modem Quick Start Card (7010-1013). • Visit Topcon University at www.topconuniversity.com...

  • Page 11: Getting To Know Your Gr-5

    Getting to Know Your GR-5 Getting to Know Your GR-5 MINTER The MINTER is the receiver’s minimum interface used to display and control data input and output. RX TX STAT FUNCTION FUNCTION Battery Battery FUNCTION Power Button Button The battery LEDs display the power status for each battery: •...
  • Page 12 • Solid Red – a fault condition with the receiver (no more memory, no SDHC card inserted, a hardware problem, or an improper OAF). Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 13 The RX TX LED displays the status of the modem. Table 1-1 describes the LED colors and patterns for the different modems available for the GR-5 receiver. Table 1-1. RX TX LED Indications • No light – modem is turned off.
  • Page 14 A to 9600. Table 1-2 on page 7 describes the REC LED status when using the FUNCTION button. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 15 Getting to Know Your GR-5 Table 1-2. FUNCTION Button Operations and REC LED Status FUNCTION REC LED Status When data recording is off, and the FUNCTION key is... No light No data recording. Orange Internal file system test in progress.
  • Page 16 Data recording started (post-processing occupation mode undefined). Not pressed If FUNCTION key mode is “Occupation mode switch” Green Data recording started (Kinematic post- processing occupation mode). Orange Data recording started (Static post- processing occupation mode). Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 17: Data And Power Ports

    No function (data recording still on). > 8 seconds Data and Power Ports The GR-5 has the following three ports: • USB – rimmed in yellow; used for high-speed data transfer and communication between the receiver and an external device.
  • Page 18 Note that the GSM/GPRS/CDMA modem is located on the RF modem board. • Serial Port D – connect the receiver board and Bluetooth module. Note that the Bluetooth module is located on the RF modem board. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 19: Radio Antenna And Pole Connectors

    Getting to Know Your GR-5 Radio Antenna and Pole Connectors The SS antenna connects to the external antenna connector on the GR-5 radome. The radio antenna uses a reverse polarity TNC connection or BNC connection depending on the installed radio modem.
  • Page 20 GSM functionality based on the subscribed services. The GSM module with the SIM card installed can be configured via TRU. A SIM card can be purchased from a local cellular provider. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 21: Default Configuration

    Default Configuration Battery SIM Card SDHC Card Battery Default Configuration The GR-5 is shipped from the factory with the default configuration. The following table shows the major default settings for the GNSS board. Parameter Default Setting MINTER: Recording interval 1 second...
  • Page 22 GPS tracking enabled GLONASS tracking enabled SBAS tracking disabled Positioning: Mode standalone Elevation mask 5 degrees PDOP mask GPS usage enabled GLONASS usage enabled Multipath reduction enabled Raw measurement update rate Position update rate Datum Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 23 Baud rate 115200 Hardware handshaking Disabled Stop bits Parity No parity Data bits *. Some of the default settings depend on the options available in the OAF for your GR-5 and may differ from the published values. P/N 7010-1022 www.topconpositioning.com...

  • Page 24: Accessories

    Introduction The modem default settings vary greatly depending on the modem type, country of usage, etc. Consult the Operator’s Manual for details. Accessories The following accessories are available for the GR-5 receiver. Accessory Part Number Description Cables Power cable U.S. 14-008052-01...
  • Page 25 Accessories Accessory Part Number Description Serial cable 14-008005-02 Connects the receiver to an external device (controller or computer) for data transfer and receiver configuration. ODU-to-alligator 14-008097-01LF Connects the charging clips cable cradle or receiver to an auxiliary battery for powering the receiver during survey operations.
  • Page 26 Precision tribrach Used to precisely adapter center, align, and level the tripod over a point. Quick disconnect 02-850905-01 Connects to the range adapter pole for the receiver to slip into the top. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 27 Accessories Accessory Part Number Description Miscellaneous AA battery pack Holds four AA batteries to provide a portable backup power source for the receiver P/N 7010-1022 www.topconpositioning.com...
  • Page 28 Introduction Notes: Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 29: Getting Started

    Chapter 2 etting Started This chapter describes the activities you normally need to take when you start using the GR-5 for the first time or before beginning to survey with the GR-5 receiver, specifically: • installing configuration software • turning the receiver on and off •...

  • Page 30: Installing Pc-Cdu

    After installation, shortcuts appear on the desktop and in the TRU menu. To uninstall TRU, use Add or Remove Programs in Windows’ Control Panel. navigate to the location of the *.exe file. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 31: Turning On/Off The Receiver

    Turning On/Off the Receiver Turning On/Off the Receiver To turn ON the receiver, press and hold the power button until the LEDs briefly flash. To turn OFF the receiver, press and hold the power button for more than one and less than four seconds (until both the STAT and the REC LEDs are off).

  • Page 32: Installing The Sim Card

    Circuit Switched Data to communicate directly between receivers. The SIM card must have GPRS support to communicate over a TCP/IP network. Ensure the receiver is turned off. Remove the battery to the right of the MINTER. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 33: Installing The Batteries

    SIM card and it will be ready to use as needed. Installing the Batteries Attaching the Batteries To attach the batteries to the GR-5: With the battery slightly tipped, place the bottom of the battery into the bottom of the battery compartment.
  • Page 34 Getting Started Gently push the top of the battery into the battery compartment until it snaps into place. Make sure that the clip at the top of the battery completely snaps into place. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 35: Detaching The Batteries

    Charging the Batteries Detaching the Batteries To detach the batteries from the GR-5, so that they can be charged or replaced: Using the clip at the top of the battery, gently pull down and out to detach the battery from the receiver.

  • Page 36: Charging With The Power Supply Unit

    Do not use as a power source during surveying. The power supply unit can be connected to the charging cradle or directly to the GR-5. The power supply has the following specifications: • input voltage – between 100 and 240 V AC •...

  • Page 37: Charging With The Battery Charging Cradle

    Charging the Batteries Charging with the Battery Charging Cradle Remove the batteries from the receiver and insert them into the charging cradle. Connect the power cable to the power supply unit. Connect the SAE connectors on the power adapter cable and power supply unit.

  • Page 38: Estimated Operating Times

    C). If possible, charge the batteries within this temperature range. Estimated Operating Times Common Conditions: Bluetooth = on; 10-12 SV tracked; using the detachable batteries; room temperature For the GR-5 with FH915+ Modem Receive only mode 14 hours 250mW transmission mode 12 hours...

  • Page 39: Connecting The Gr-5 With A Control Device

    *. At 1 Hz correction rate, charger off. Connecting the GR-5 with a Control Device You can connect the GR-5 with a computer or hand-held controller to configure, manage files, or maintain the receiver. Topcon’s TRU and PC-CDU software products provide an interface for various configuration, monitoring, and management functions for the receiver.

  • Page 40: Establishing An Rs232 Cable Connection

    • a USB cable and a computer/controller with the TPS USB driver installed (for PC-CDU only) Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection This section shows you how to connect the GR-5 and a computer/controller running TRU. See “RTK Survey” on page 42 for TopSURV connection details.
  • Page 41 Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection transport, and the last successful port/device name for every transport, so it is easy to connect to the same device. • If necessary, use the list button on the right of the Port name field to choose a port from the Select a Port dialog.
  • Page 42 Getting Started Notes: Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 43: Surveying

    This chapter describes how to start surveying using a pair of GR-5 receivers for post-processing and RTK. Post-Processing Survey Step 1: Set up the GR-5 Base Install a heavy duty tripod (PN: 22-050501-01) over a known point. You do not need universal tribrach and tribrach adapter when working with this tripod.
  • Page 44 Power, and set 2 to n in the Slots area. Note that this will also turn off Bluetooth. Carefully level the tripod and tighten the screws. Attach any other accessories as needed (for example, a backup power supply). Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 45: Step 2: Set Up The Gr-5 Rover

    Use a bipod during post-process surveys to ensure the antenna/receiver does not move during data logging. Attach the GR-5 receiver to the quick disconnect. Make sure the receiver locks into place. Attach the antenna to the modem antenna connector. This step ensures the safety for the modem board, even if you does not use it for receiving data.

  • Page 46: Step 3: Measure Antenna Height (For Base And Rover)

    You may either measure the vertical height to the Antenna Reference Point (ARP) located at the bottom of the GR-5, or measure the slant height Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 47: Step 4: Collect Data (For Base And Rover)

    Post-Processing Survey to the Slant Height Measurement Mark (SHMM) on the side of the enclosure. 85.0mm 253.0mm 228mm 228mm 228mm 228mm 228mm 228mm 168mm A = ARP to edge = 79.0 B = ARP to corner = 97.5 Slant Height to Base of Vertical Height Corner on...
  • Page 48 The REC LED blinks each time data is saved to the internal memory. When finished, press and hold the FUNCTION key until the REC LED light goes out. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 49: Amount Of Memory Required To Store A One Hour File

    Post-Processing Survey To turn off the receiver, press and hold the power key until all lights go out, then release. Amount of Memory Required to Store a One Hour File Recording Interval (seconds) #SVs Single-frequency dual-system receiver Memory needed to record data 11 MB 1.1 MB 221 KB...

  • Page 50: Rtk Survey

    Connection icon in the upper-right corner of the main screen in TopSURV. Step 3: Start Surveying with TopSURV Create a GPS+ job. A user-friendly Wizard will guide you through the steps to create a job configuration. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 51 Rover receiver only after selecting a survey option. NOTICE For more details about how to create and configure a job, start the GR-5 as a base or rover receiver in RTK and other survey methods, see the TopSURV User’s Manual.
  • Page 52 Surveying Notes: Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 53: Downloading Files

    Topcon Link both provide file managers to download files from the receiver to a computer. Downloading Files via Topcon Link Topcon Link provides two options for downloading files from a receiver: via Windows® Explorer or via the Topcon Link interface..Using Windows Explorer Connect your receiver and computer.
  • Page 54 Downloading Files When finished, all receivers connected to the computer ports display. To view information about the receiver, right-click the receiver, and select the Properties option. To view the raw file, double click on the receiver. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 55: Using Topcon Link

    ...Using Topcon Link Connect your receiver and computer. To start Topcon Link, click the Import from Device button on the Toolbar. From the left panel of the Import from Device dialog box, double-click Topcon Receivers.

  • Page 56: Downloading Files Using Tru

    Download from the pop up menu. In the Save As dialog box navigate to or create a folder in which to download and store the file. Click the Save button to download and save the file. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    Chapter 5 aintenance Restoring Default Settings Most of the settings in the GR-5 have default values, which you may change as needed for your particular application. You can always return the receiver to a known operating condition by restoring its default configuration.

  • Page 58: Clearing The Nvram

    Wait until the STAT and REC LEDs are green Wait until the STAT and REC LEDs blink orange. Release the FUNCTION key while the STAT and REC LEDs blink orange. To clear the NVRAM using TRU, select ToolsClear NVRAM. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 59: Initializing File System

    Initializing File System Initializing File System The memory card in the GR-5 must be initialized before its first use. Initializing your memory card while in the receiver will ensure the card is formatted to the TPS proprietary file system (TPFS). This file system allows the receiver to create, store, retrieve, delete, and restore the raw data files.

  • Page 60: Checking The Receiver's Oaf Using Tru

    Receiver. The new receiver option loads onto the receiver and the Option Manager table updates. When finished, click Save Profile on the Receiver Options dialog box, then click FileDisconnect to prevent conflicts with serial port management. Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 61: Deleting Files From The Internal Memory Card

    Deleting Files from the Internal Memory Card Deleting Files from the Internal Memory Card A memory card holds a finite amount of collected data. To free up space for more or new data, delete old data. Connect the receiver to a computer/controller and run TRU.

  • Page 62: Activating Sleep Mode

    To restore the file system to its normal state, select Mode of operationNormal. Activating Sleep Mode You can put the GR-5 into a dormant state to minimize power consumption without turning off the receiver completely. In sleep mode, the power board and Bluetooth module continue to draw a small amount of power from the batteries, causing the batteries to slowly drain over time.

  • Page 63: Loading New Firmware

    • ramimage.ldr – the Receiver board RAM file • main.ldp – the Receiver board Flash file • powbrd.ldr – the Power board RAM file To upload firmware files to GR-5 receiver, follow the steps below: Connect the receiver to a computer and run TRU.
  • Page 64 Maintenance Notes: Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 6 roubleshooting This chapter provides general tips for diagnosing and solving some common problems you may encounter while using the GR-5. For more in-depth troubleshooting, see the GR-5 Operator’s Manual. Check This First! Before contacting Topcon Technical Support, check the following: •...

  • Page 66: Tx Rx Led Blink Pattern On Error Conditions

    – Contact a dealer to replace the antenna. – Check that the radio modem’s antenna is securely and properly connected to the antenna connector. – Move the antenna/receiver away from conducting objects (such as, large metal objects). Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 67 – Check that the radio modem’s antenna is undamaged. – Check that the radio modem’s antenna is securely and properly connected to the antenna connector on the radome. – Contact a Topcon dealer to replace the antenna. P/N 7010-1022 www.topconpositioning.com...

  • Page 68: Obtaining Technical Support

    Troubleshooting Obtaining Technical Support End-users The U.S., Canada, and international TPS equipment users are encouraged to contact your local Topcon dealer. Your dealer is the focal point of contact for all post- sales technical questions and issues. Dealers (in the U.S., Canada, Australia)

  • Page 69: Email

    Obtaining Technical Support Email To contact Topcon Technical Support via email, use the following electronic mail address: support@topconsokkia.com Dealers (International) Visit http://www.topcon.co.jp/en/positioning/network/ for contact details in your region. Dealers in Europe must contact Topcon Technical Support via http://support.topcon-positioning.eu/. P/N 7010-1022...
  • Page 70 Troubleshooting Notes: Topcon GR-5 Quick Start Guide...

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