Thales Z-Max Operation And Application Manual page 156

1. Connect system components
Connect all the modules in the system as listed below. The pole-mounted
configuration will have different connections than the backpack mounted
configuration. Refer to the previous chapter on how to establish these
connections. Check these connections to ensure the modules are secure and
seated properly.
Pole-Mounted:
• Power Module
• Communication Module
• GPS Receiver Module
• Pole Adapter
• GPS Antenna Module
Backpack-Mounted:
• Power Module
• Communication Module
• Range Pole RF Adapter
• Pole Adapter
• GPS Antenna Module
• Max-RF Adapter
• GPS Receiver Module
• Max-RF Adapter
• Handheld Computer
Module (optional)
2. Mount the Rover system on a survey pole or on a backpack
For kinematic data collection, the rover system is either mounted on a survey
pole carried by the operator (Figure 4.6) or on a backpack with the range pole
assembly connected to a backpack with a cable (Figure 4.7). Both
configurations uses a forward reading level vial to assist the operator in
leveling the pole and antenna over the features to be surveyed.
3. Measure and record instrument height (HI) of GPS antenna
Remember that measurements of satellite data are made at the center
(horizontally and vertically) of the GPS antenna. The HI allows the computed
position of the antenna center to be transferred to the ground. It is critical that
the HI of the antenna above the ground is measured accurately. It can be
physically measured, or the HI can be calculated using predefined vertical
values for the equipment.
Survey Preparation and Execution
GPS Receiver Module
GPS Receiver Module
Range Pole
GPS Receiver Module
Pole Adapter
GPS Receiver Module
GPS Receiver Module
Survey Pole
Range Pole RF Adapter
Pole Adapter
GPS Receiver Module
Backpack
Max RF Cable Pole Adapter
Handheld Computer Cable GPS Receiver
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