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  • Page 1 Leica PaveSmart 3D User Manual Version 5.0 English...
  • Page 2 PaveSmart 3D UM 2 Introduction Purchase Congratulations on your purchase of the Leica PaveSmart 3D Machine Control System. Leica PaveSmart 3D is the world's leading machine control system for increasing productivity in paving and milling applications. This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the system and operating it.
  • Page 3 • PowerCurbers is a registered trademark of PowerCurbers Inc., Salisbury, NC, USA • PowerPavers is a registered trademark of PowerPavers Inc., Cedar Falls, IA, USA All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Introduction PaveSmart 3D UM 3...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Preparing the Leica PaveSmart 3D System Operating the MPC1310 Machine Computer Rules for Defining Projects Preparing the Leica PaveSmart 3D Software for the Current Project Selecting Design Reference Lines Adjusting Working Offsets during Production Continue Working Depending on the Current Machine Position...
  • Page 5 Cleaning and Drying Maintenance Safety Directions General Intended Use Limits of Use Responsibilities Software Licence Agreement Microsoft End User License Agreement ("EULA") Hazards of Use Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Technical Data Table of Contents PaveSmart 3D UM 5...

  • Page 6: How To Use This Manual

    PaveSmart 3D UM 6 How to use this Manual Applicability of this This User Manual is for Leica PaveSmart 3D, for use to control paving and milling machines. manual Introduction to Leica Traditionally, paving and milling machines are controlled for elevation and steering by a PaveSmart 3D stringline.
  • Page 7 Machine k) Parameters for position and height Contents of this The Leica PaveSmart 3D User Manual is designed into four main sections. System setup manual Information is presented in a step-by-step format: 1.Getting Started (Daily Operations, Project Setup, Hints and Tips) 2.System Components (Diagrams &...
  • Page 8 Work: Offset\Steer stands for this working sequence: From the Work dialog, select Offset and then select Steer. Leica PaveSmart 3D paths always start either in the Work dialog or in the Menu dialog. Screen Work\Elevation Offsets\Steer Offsets describes the name of the screen.
  • Page 9 MPC1310. Leica GNSS Machine Posi- Contains important safety directions as well as instructions tioning User Manual for setting up the Leica GNSS products and operating them. Leica PowerTracker User Contains important safety directions as well as instructions for Manual setting up the Leica PowerTracker product and operating it.
  • Page 10 All documents must be read before commencing working on the machine. Format of the docu- The user manuals are available in printed form and can be downloaded on MyWorld. mentation NOTE: Leica Geosystems strongly advises reading the relevant machine operating & safety instructions, provided by your machine manufacturer.
  • Page 11 How to use this Manual PaveSmart 3D UM 11...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Preparing the Leica PaveSmart 3D System Further reading Refer to the Leica PaveSmart 3D Technical Reference Manuals, the iCON site User Manual or to the TS15 User Manual on how to perform a Resection (Free Station), Known Point setup and how to take As-Built measurements.
  • Page 13 This step is essential to ensure consistent machine behaviour, as the machine will have been “tuned” by a Leica Geosystems engineer during initial commis- sioning of the system at its normal operating temperature, engine speed and oil pressure.

  • Page 14: Operating The Mpc1310 Machine Computer

    Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 14 Operating the MPC1310 Machine Computer Starting the MPC1310 a) Power key b) Power indicator LED The power key is on the upper right side of the MPC1310. When power is supplied for the MPC1310, press the power key to start the MPC1310. After pressing the key for 1 second, the power indicator LED will show green, and the MPC1310 will start booting-up.
  • Page 15 Main Menu Dialog  In all dialogs, the following buttons are used to navigate, confirm or reject changes to settings. confirm changes to system reject changes and go back to settings and continue. previous dialog. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 15...
  • Page 16 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 16 The Menu dialog offers several opportunities to configure the Leica PaveSmart 3D software. The machine and the current task have an influence on the configuration required. contains all project and job relevant dialogs to manage jobs, log files, as-built recordings and backups.
  • Page 17 (n.b. Default password = 007). Service dialog Password protected menu for Leica support personnel only. Work Dialog Depending on the machine type, a different machine profile is loaded. Milling, Concrete Curb&Gutter, Concrete Mainline Paver, Road (Asphalt) Paver or Trimmer Profiles are avail-...
  • Page 18 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 18 Work Dialog Curb and Gutter: a) Dashboard/Error messages: the specific icon flashes yellow if a warning is detected or flashes red if an error occurs. By pressing the specific button additional information and trou- bleshooting tips will be displayed.
  • Page 19 Sensor dialog to manage Robot and GPS sensors. opens the Offset dialog to set the working offsets relative to the selected Reference Line and Slope Line. opens the Main Menu dialog to configure Leica PaveSmart 3D settings, such as Machine, Project, Sensors etc. Getting Started...
  • Page 20 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 20 opens the Tuning dialog to adjust the hydraulics sensitivity for the machine's eleva- tion and steer (where applicable) control. press and hold for at least 1 second to stop active Control and for at least 2 seconds to close the software and shut down the MPC1310.
  • Page 21 Work Screen for Milling Machines: Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 21...
  • Page 22 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 22 a) Dashboard/Error messages: the specific icon flashes yellow if a warning is detected or flashes red if an error occurs. By pressing the specific button additional information and trou- bleshooting tips will be displayed.
  • Page 23 Menu dialog to configure the Leica PaveSmart 3D software. press and hold for at least 1 second to stop active Control and at least 2 seconds to close the software and shut down the MPC1310.  Never power off the MPC1310 by holding down the Power Key! Always shut down the MPC1310 by using the Exit button to ensure that all data are saved.
  • Page 24 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 24 Work Screen Road Paver (in Vögele NaviTronic configuration):...
  • Page 25 • Speed indicates current Speed of the machine (in m/min or ft/min). • Layer Offset shows the actual layer offset of PaveSmart 3D (Elevation Offsets). • Working Slope shows the current Working Slope, which is the Design Slope at the current position plus the Slope Offset.
  • Page 26 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 26 opens the Main Menu dialog to configure the Leica PaveSmart 3D software. press and hold for more than 1 second to stop active Control and more than 3 seconds to close the system software and shut down the MPC1310.
  • Page 27 Work Screen Mainline Concrete Paver: Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 27...
  • Page 28 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 28 The Work dialog screen shows all the information needed while the machine is in operation. a) Dashboard/Error messages: the specific icon flashes yellow if a warning is detected or flashes red if an error occurs. By pressing on the specific button additional information and troubleshooting tips will be displayed.
  • Page 29 Main Menu dialog to configure the Leica PaveSmart 3D software system operation. opens the Tuning dialog to set the hydraulics parameters for the machine. press and hold for at least 1 second to stop Active Control and at least 3 seconds to close the software and shut down the MPC1310.
  • Page 30 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 30 Work Screen Trimmer:...
  • Page 31 • SP1 shows the spare Robot for leapfrog. • Slope shows the attached slope sensor with status indication (green/red). Press and hold for at least 1 second to start active Control. opens the Sensor dialog to manage Robot and GPS sensors. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 31...
  • Page 32 Offset dialog to set the working offsets relative to the selected Reference Line and Slope Line. opens the Main Menu dialog to configure Leica PaveSmart 3D settings, such as Machine, Project, Sensors etc. opens the Tuning dialog to adjust the hydraulics sensitivity for the machine's eleva- tion and steer (where applicable) control.
  • Page 33 +/- key toggles the sign of the number between positive and negative. DEL deletes entered values. ESC abandons changes, and reverts to the initial value. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 33...
  • Page 34 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 34 Text keyboard By pressing in any text edit field the text keypad will be open automatically. Enter or edit text and press OK. This keyboard operates similarly to the numeric keypad. Refer to "Numeric keyboard", page...

  • Page 35: Rules For Defining Projects

    The recommendations detailed below must be followed when creating designs. Without following these rules Leica Geosystems cannot guarantee good quality paving performance. Angle change between Leica PaveSmart 3D is capable of using designs in a 3 dimensional format which may contain segments • Straights • Arcs •...
  • Page 36 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 36 Not all CAD systems are capable of producing curved 3-dimensional polylines. To overcome this curved line segments are broken up into a number of individual straight-line segments. The closer these straight segments are together the more accurate the original design data is approximated.

  • Page 37: Preparing The Leica Pavesmart 3D Software For The Current Project

    Preparing the Leica PaveSmart 3D Software for the Current Project Creating a new project start from Menu: Projects \ Current create a new project Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 37...
  • Page 38 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 38 Entering Name and Comment <New Project Name:> Enter the name of the new project. Project names cannot contain special characters and spaces. <Comment:> Enter a comment to describe the project in detail. confirm the input and continue...
  • Page 39 The USB port (labelled USB A) is located on the bottom of the MPC1310. Connect your USB storage device with the prepared design data on it to the USB port on the MPC1310.  The design data must be stored on the storage device in a folder named \DBX. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 39...
  • Page 40 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 40 Selecting Design Type and Layer <Design Type> defines the job type you want to work with: • <StringLine> is selected as the default <Design Type>. • <StringLine Job> shows the currently selected StringLine job. Only one layer from the stringline job can selected at a time.
  • Page 41 The newly created project is automatically highlighted as the current project. If a different project is required it may be selected. confirm the selection and continue. New Project created, but not selected. Back to Menu. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 41...

  • Page 42: Selecting Design Reference Lines

    Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 42 Selecting Design Reference Lines Design dialog From the Work dialog click on the Design window to see the Work \ Design dialog: set all deviations to zero. This function is not available for all machine types.
  • Page 43 Milling, Curb&Gutter, Mainline Paver and Trimmer: Line selection is always made manu- ally, automatic line selection is not available. Road Paver: Automatic line selection is by default disabled. By enabling, PaveSmart 3D automatically determines the relevant ReferenceLines. Getting Started...
  • Page 44 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 44 After choosing a ReferenceLine, the procedure prompts the user to choose EdgeLines. Choose the EdgeLine for both sides of the screed. These are optional.
  • Page 45 Selecting EdgeLines This feature is only available for the Vögele NaviTronic controller. Line colours for The RefLine is shown in green. RefLine, SlopeLine and The SlopeLine and the ScreenEdge line are shown in blue. ScreenEdge Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 45...
  • Page 46 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 46 Entering offsets start in Work \ Offset.  The offset dialog can look slightly different depending on the loaded profile and the attached sensors, the functionality is the same.
  • Page 47 The same button in RED affects all four Working Offsets together. To enter a new offset manually press the specific offset field to get the numeric keyboard. Enter a new offset and press OK. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 47...
  • Page 48 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 48 from Work \ Elevation Offsets \ Steer Offsets Enter the <Front> or <Rear> steering offsets in the same way as the elevation offsets. from Work \ Elevation Offsets \ Elevation Offsets Enter the <Front> and or <Rear>, <Left> and or <Right> elevation offsets. Refer to Entering offsets in the beginning of this chapter.

  • Page 49: Adjusting Working Offsets During Production

    Working Offsets be by only 1mm (0.003’) per 1 metre (3ft) of travel, to avoid undesired “steps” in the concrete, or the machine to “sit” on the fresh material. Smooth adjustment is the key to a quality finished product. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 49...

  • Page 50: Continue Working Depending On The Current Machine Position

    Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 50 Continue Working Depending on the Current Machine Position Introduction The “Here” function is available for the milling application and is used especially in milling tasks when it is required to work in parallel lanes. The lanes depend on the milling head width and not on the design data.
  • Page 51 From the Work dialog go Work: Offsets \ Steer to the following dialog: The setting <Reference: Right> sets the offsets to be measured to the right side of the milling head. Other options are: <Reference: Center> and <Reference: Left>. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 51...
  • Page 52 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 52 a new offset value is set corresponding to the indicated correction. After pressing the button, the correction is zero. The offset value is the distance between the reference line and the current machine position. The currently selected steer and slope lines will also be updated to the closest available.
  • Page 53 Offset that makes the Correction zero - machine will mill at this elevation offset. : All 3 offsets are changed simultaneously / in parallel. Here Function Eleva- From the Work dialog go Work: Offsets to the following dialog: tion Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 53...
  • Page 54 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 54 a new milling cutting depth is set corresponding to the indicated correction. After pressing the button, the correction is zero. The cutting depth is the difference in elevation between the design surface and the current milling head elevation.
  • Page 55 The cross slope offset is the difference between the design slope and the current cross slope of the milling head. Overall Here Function From the Work dialog press on the Design Map graphic to get to the following dialog: Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 55...
  • Page 56 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 56 in the Work: Design Dialog all of the above mentioned Here Functions are combined. The Here button in the Graphic dialog sets the steering offset, the cutting depth and the slope offset simultaneously, so that all the corrections are zero.

  • Page 57: Positioning The Machine For Production

    Curb&Gutter, Mainline Ensure that the machine controller is set to the correct steering mode (e.g. Leica 3D Mode), and Trimmer with Steer & Elevation Sensitivities set to Minimum and all control loops set to Automatic.

  • Page 58: Taking As-Built Measurements

    Taking As-Built Measurements Description To check elevation and position during production, Leica PaveSmart 3D has an integrated as-built (Control) function, depending on the instrument type, to replace the manual “dipping” method used when working on string line. Regular, independent as-built measure- ments are essential to verify product is in project tolerances.

  • Page 59: Leapfrogging (Swapping Robots)

    If the “Leapfrog from the closest tracking Robot” option is selected, the robot measuring the shortest distance to the prism will be removed from active control. If this is not selected the longest measuring instrument will be removed from active control (the default setting). Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 59...
  • Page 60 Check the Sensor arrangement (Sensors \ Arrange).  If a required robot sensor is not visible in PaveSmart 3D, first check the instrument is switched on, correctly positioned/orientated, then verify the battery condition and cabling, and finally that the radio communication settings (link number and COM Port) are correct.
  • Page 61 Before leapfrogging a Robot, the machine must be at, or very close to, a stand-still. If the machine is moving the Spare Robot may not be able to lock onto the prism and wrong meas- urements may result. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 61...
  • Page 62 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 62 Changing the offset to After calculating the deviation between the Active Robot and the Spare Robot, the offsets the design to the design may need to be altered to prevent any steps or lines appearing in the surface.
  • Page 63 The elevation offsets will remain as they were before the robot swap. Manual Offset No change is made to the Working Offsets. The operator must make any changes in the adjustment Offsets manually. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 63...
  • Page 64 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 64  For mainline and trimmer machines the offset value is applied directly to the prism East, Northing, Elevation values. These values can be removed by manually changing the Sensor Arrangement, or pressing the RESET button in Main Menu/Tools/Data Flow/Sensors/Primary or Secondary.

  • Page 65: Checking Instrument Setup Quality And Status

    2.11 Checking Instrument Setup Quality and Status When to check? Following survey best-practice is the key to maximum system accuracy with Leica PaveSmart 3D. Poorly positioned or orientated instruments may have a serious effect on product quality. This procedure should be carried out regularly, ideally during breaks in machine operations, e.g.
  • Page 66 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 66 Tiepoint Check After the selection of the instrument press CHECK Note: The Tiepoint Check can be only used with the robot which do support this function and not with GPS (GNSS Receivers). Wait for the results to be displayed - this will take several seconds as the instrument turns to the required position and measures the prism.
  • Page 67 • If the tolerance of one result is too large, a new setup of the robot is strongly recom- mended. • If no measurement is possible, an error message will be displayed. Check the communi- cation, the robot target line and the settings. robot Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 67...
  • Page 68 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 68  Tie point check function is not available for all instruments. Checking the Status of In Main Menu: Sensors \ GPS the following status information is available: The machine operator enters in the <Position Quality:> the maximum value for the posi- tion tolerance and in the <Height Quality:>...
  • Page 69 <Heading Quality>, actual GNSS heading quality. Only available when the ORP message is defined and selected on the iCON GPS80 receiver. are used to switch between the different sensors. the <Position Quality> and <Height Quality> are set to the default values. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 69...
  • Page 70 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 70 Benching for GPS In the Work\ Sensors dialog, when you select a GPS sensor from the instrument list the Bench button becomes active: open the following dialog: By selecting the <Elevation Check Point: Right> you have chosen the right side of the...
  • Page 71 From now on this offset is considered in the calculation until a new offset is determined with the Bench function again. continues and rejects the currently determined offset. The previously used offset will be used again. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 71...

  • Page 72: Backup And Restore

    Backup button is only active if PaveSmart 3D is in the Config level. Creating a Backup A PaveSmart 3D Backup contains all projects, all logfiles and all current software settings. It can be used to re-establish a certain state on the machine computer for trouble shooting purposes.
  • Page 73 In the dialog Main Menu: Projects \ Backup the operator chooses <Backup> to get to the following dialog: An <Internal> Backup is stored on the local drive on the machine computer. An <External> Backup is stored on the external USB storage device. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 73...
  • Page 74 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 74 To create a Backup may take up to a few minutes, depending on the amount of data that's stored on the machine computer. When finished a confirmation message will be shown. In this message the file name of the Backup zip-file is displayed.
  • Page 75 The <Backup Files> of the selected source are shown in a list. The latest Backup is always on the top. In the <Content> window all the projects of the currently selected Backup file are listed. Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 75...
  • Page 76 Getting Started PaveSmart 3D UM 76 restores the selected Backup and overwrites all projects, all logfiles and all current software settings. Before the current settings and data are over-written, an internal Backup is automatically done.

  • Page 77: Stopping Work (End Of Daily Production)

    To Stop Tracking, press and hold Stop for one second. The Stop button now displays Exit. Press and hold Exit for more than 1 second to display the Shutdown/Restart options dialog. Select Shutdown to exit PaveSmart 3D and power- off the MPC1310.

  • Page 78: System Components, Diagrams, Software Description

    System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 78 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description Hardware Descriptions General information Even though the hardware components are designed for construction site conditions, the components have to be treated and transported in a careful manner. Therefore we strongly recommend use of the supplied packaging for transport and study the relevant documenta- tion for cleaning and maintenance work (refer to "5 Care and Transport").
  • Page 79 Slope sensor f) MPC1310 g) Robot(s) with radio modem(s) h) GPS reference station For further details on each component listed below, refer to the reference manual and/or the component-specific manuals. System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 79...
  • Page 80 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 80 Reflector MPR122, 360° Reflector PRO, for machine automation. The MNA1202 GG antenna mounted on the secondary mast of the machine. TCPS27S or TCPS29S Radio Modems Except North Americas, TCPS27S or TCPS29S radio...
  • Page 81 GPS sensor The GPS option supports the Leica iCON GPS80 series, MNS1230 or PowerBox receivers with power protection and mil-connectors. For further information, refer to the Leica GPS user manual or the Leica GPS Machine Positioning user manual. Slope sensor For all machines except mainline concrete pavers, one dual-axis slope sensor with a CAN interface is used.
  • Page 82 The system supports TPS1200+ and Viva Total Stations with the onboard software application MGuide and it supports the iCON Robot and Leica Captivate Total Stations with the onboard MC application. The radio modem is optionally integrated into the handle of the instrument.

  • Page 83: System Wiring Diagrams

    • Where applicable: Alternatively to the TCPS27S or TCPS29S ruggedised radio modems, approved third party radio modems, such as MCR-900, with appropriate cables can be used. Refer to the Leica PaveSmart 3D Technical Reference Manual for machine-specific details. System Components, Diagrams, Software Description...
  • Page 84 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 84 1-Prism solution The one prism solution uses one robot for continuous tracking of the machine. A second optional robot can be attached for leapfrogging and/or as-built measurements.  The one prism solution can only be used with “one track steer” machines, such as Gomaco GT3200 series curb &...
  • Page 85 MPR122 360° Reflector l) MYC1307 Cable MPC-Generic CAN, 35cm m) MSS24 3D Alarm box n) MSC1201 Straight Cable,7S/7P CAN, 3m o) MJB16 Junction box right p) MMs8, MMatic Digi-Slope Sensor (CAN) System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 85...
  • Page 86 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 86 System components for Curb and Gutter/Offset paving machine: a) MPC1310 b) TCPS27S/29S radio modems c) PWM cables for serial connec- tion(s) to TCPS27S/29S d) PWM cable for serial connec- tion (COM3) to TCPS27S/29S e) Dual-axis slope sensor f) 360°...
  • Page 87 TCPS27S/29S d) Dual-axis slope sensor e) MJB1305 Junction box f) 360° Prism g) Power/CAN connection h) Cable to machine, usually supplied by machine manu- facturer as part of 3D Kit System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 87...
  • Page 88 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 88 1-GPS solution The one GPS solution uses a single GPS sensor for continuous tracking of the machine. An optional robot can be attached for as-built measurements: a) GPS reference station b) Direction of travel...
  • Page 89 The controls are normally an part of the machine. The components are connected directly to the standard (or optional) machine junction box and communication cables are connected by the machine's own CAN bus. System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 89...
  • Page 90 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 90 2-Prism solution The two prism solution uses two robots for continuous tracking of the machine. A third optional robot can be attached for leapfrogging and/or as-built measurements. For caterpillar-tracked Vögele roadpavers equipped with the latest NaviTronic system, this arrangement can also regulate automatic steering direction of the machine.
  • Page 91 TCPS27S/29S radio modems c) PWM cables for serial connec- tion(s) to TCPS27S/29S d) Dual-axis slope sensor e) MJB1305 Junction box f) 360° Prism g) Power/CAN Connection h) Cable to machine System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 91...
  • Page 92 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 92 System Components for Mainline Paver: a) MPC1310 b) 360° Prism c) TCPS27S/TCPS29S radio modems d) PWM cables for serial connec- tion(s) to TCPS27S/29S e) Dual-axis slope sensors f) Power/CAN connection g) MJB1305 Junction box...
  • Page 93 Mast Position Primary Reflector (B1) b) Mast Position GPS antenna Secondary (B2) c) Direction of travel d) GPS reference station e) Robot (Primary) f) Spare robot (for as-built and leapfrog) System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 93...
  • Page 94 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 94 System components for Curb and Gutter machine: a) MPC1310 b) TCPS27S/29S radio modems c) PWM cable for serial connec- tion to TCPS27S/29S d) Dual-axis slope sensor e) 360° Prism f) Power/CAN connection...
  • Page 95 Power connector d e f g h l) Power key USB connection supports Leica Geosystems USB storage device or standard USB keyboards supported by Windows XP Embedded only.  Never remove the USB storage device until file read/write/copy opera- tions are completed, as this may cause file loss or corruption.
  • Page 96 This could result in unexpected data loss! Precautions: Black screen must be displayed after pressing the Shutdown button in Leica PaveSmart 3D software before switching the power off to the MPC1310. KEYBOARD Permits connection of external keyboards with compatible LEMO connec-...

  • Page 97: Software Description

    Software Description General PaveSmart 3D is a machine control application for paving and milling machines. The system software controls the steer-, elevation- and slope control loop of the machine. The 3D design model is loaded onto the Machine Computer. The software compares the actual position of the machine with the design.
  • Page 98 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 98 Menu in configuration level; all buttons acces- sible Work screen (Asphalt Paver Profile) Dialogs Refer to "2.2 Operating the MPC1310 Machine Computer" for more information about the Work and the Menu dialog.
  • Page 99 System Components, Diagrams, Software Description PaveSmart 3D UM 99...

  • Page 100: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 100 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause(s) Suggested remedies Computer does Inadequate or missing power Check machine power supply, fuses not boot or start supply and voltage regulator up or keeps Power regulator failed Check connections to the MPC1310...
  • Page 101 • No reference signal available • Check reference signal • Bad satellite distribution • Contact Leica Geosystems • Not enough satellite available • Check radio configuration between GPS and base station Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 101...
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 102 Problem Possible cause(s) Suggested remedies Leica PaveSmart • Flash disk is full • Remove unnecessary Jobs or log 3D is not reacting files • System has crashed to user input by • Reboot computer touchscreen or...
  • Page 103 (reversed) Nervous over- • Steering Sensitivity too high • Set Steer Sensitivity to Minimum reactive steering on machine panel behaviour • Adjust steer tuning parameters Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 103...
  • Page 104 Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 104 Problem Possible cause(s) Suggested remedies System starts • System has detected a problem • Check dashboard message Tracking, but no and stops for safety • Target correct prism and reas- deviations are • Wrong prism targeted or wrong...
  • Page 105 Machine starts to • Too much head of concrete, • Reduce head of material, refer to undulate during asphalt or subgrade in front of machine manual, check hydraulic paving machine system • Hydraulic lift pressure incorrect Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 105...
  • Page 106 Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 106 Problem Possible cause(s) Suggested remedies Machine height is • Hydraulic tuning parameters • Contact Leica Geosystems controlled in incorrect • Reset the default tuning param- wrong direction • Slope sensor mounted in the eter in elevation and Steer.
  • Page 107 Troubleshooting PaveSmart 3D UM 107...

  • Page 108: Care And Transport

    Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it. Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original Leica Geosystems packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration.

  • Page 109: Cleaning And Drying

    During paving, milling or trimming, control measurements must be made regularly to deter- mine possible changes in the machine geometry or in the sensors. Accuracy is influenced by jobsite conditions such as temperature, visibility and material consistency and can be adjusted through offsets. Care and Transport PaveSmart 3D UM 109...

  • Page 110: Safety Directions

    Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 110 Safety Directions General Description The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these direc- tions and adhere to them.

  • Page 111: Limits Of Use

    Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas, or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product. Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 111...

  • Page 112: Responsibilities

    Manufacturers of non The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are responsible for Leica Geosystems developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their products, and are...

  • Page 113: Software Licence Agreement

    Place of Jurisdiction. Please make sure, that at any time you fully comply with the terms and conditions of the Leica Geosystems Software Licence Agreement. Such agreement is provided together with all products and can also be found at the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/swlicense or your Leica Geosystems dealer.

  • Page 114: Microsoft End User License Agreement ("Eula")

    PaveSmart 3D UM 114 Microsoft End User License Agreement ("EULA") END USER LICENSE • You have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed by Leica Geosys- AGREEMENT FOR tems from Microsoft Licensing, GP or its affiliates (“MS”). Those installed software prod- MICROSOFT EMBEDDED ucts of MS origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online”...
  • Page 115 You agree to comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to the SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional information, see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting/. Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 115...
  • Page 116 DEVICE; and (iii) neither MS, Microsoft Corporation nor their affiliates is responsible for technical support of any Support Software you may install on your DEVICE. Please contact Leica Geosystems if you have any questions regarding any Support Software that you are considering installing on your DEVICE.
  • Page 117 Remote Boot Installation Service tool. You may (i) use the Remote Boot Installation Service tool to install one (1) copy of the SOFTWARE onto your server solely for the purpose of deploying the SOFTWARE to one or more DEVICEs on which you Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 117...
  • Page 118 DEVICEs; and (iii) use the Remote Boot Installation Service only for deployment of the SOFTWARE to licensed DEVICEs as part of the Remote Boot process. Please refer to the DEVICE documentation, if provided with your DEVICE, or contact Leica Geosystems for additional information.
  • Page 119 WM-DRM Upgrade; however, you will still be able to access unprotected content and Secure Content that does not require the upgrade. WM-DRM features that access the Internet, such as acquiring new licenses Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 119...
  • Page 120 Corporation nor their affiliates have any liability to you with respect to any Windows Update that you install or attempt to install on your DEVICE; and • Leica Geosystems is solely responsible for providing technical support, if any, to you in connection with your installation of Windows Updates installed on your DEVICE using WUA functionality provided by the SOFTWARE.
  • Page 121 Authenticity label with a genuine copy of the SOFTWARE identifies a licensed copy of the SOFTWARE. To be valid, the label must be affixed to the DEVICE, or appear on Leica Geosystems’ software packaging. If you receive the label separately other than from the Leica Geosystems it is invalid.
  • Page 122 Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 122 • BACKUP COPY. You may make one (1) backup copy of the SOFTWARE. You may use this backup copy solely for your archival purposes and to reinstall the SOFTWARE on the DEVICE. Except as expressly provided in this EULA or by local law, you may not otherwise make copies of the SOFTWARE, including the printed materials accompanying the SOFT- WARE.
  • Page 123 • TRADEMARKS. This EULA does not grant you any rights in connection with any trade- marks or service marks of Leica Geosystems, MS Microsoft Corporation or their affiliates and suppliers. • LINKS TO THIRD PARTY SITES. You may link to third-party sites through the use of the SOFTWARE.
  • Page 124 Internet-based services provided to you or made available to you through the use of the SOFTWARE. • RECOVERY MEDIA. If SOFTWARE is provided by Leica Geosystems on separate media and labelled “Recovery Media” you may use the Recovery Media solely to restore or rein- stall the SOFTWARE originally installed on the DEVICE.

  • Page 125: Hazards Of Use

    Periodically perform control measurements and field adjustments on the machine as speci- fied in the user manual. While working, paving and grading should be checked by appropriate means, for example spirit level, tachymeter, before and after important measuring tasks. Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 125...
  • Page 126 Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 126 Danger While steering or navigating the machine accidents may occur due a) to the operator not paying attention to the surroundings (e.g. persons, ditches, traffic etc.) or b) malfunctions (e.g. of a system component, interference etc.).
  • Page 127 Attach the external antenna professionally. The external antenna must be secured addition- ally, for example by use of a safety cord. Ensure that the mounting device is correctly mounted and able to carry the weight of the external antenna (>1 kg) safely. Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 127...
  • Page 128 ALWAYS disconnect the Machine PC power and/or CAN-cable to the machine before conducting hot work/welding on the machine! Reconnect the cabling only after completion of hot work/welding. Warning Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products.
  • Page 129 Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel. Product-specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/treatment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer. Safety Directions...

  • Page 130: Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc

    Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measurements. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.
  • Page 131 Precautions: Although the product meets in combination with radio or digital cellular phone devices recommended by Leica Geosystems the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equip- ment may be disturbed or that humans or animals may be affected.

  • Page 132: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U

    • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 133 . Labelling, further Infor- For details on labelling, please refer to the user manual of the corresponding system compo- mation nent. Safety Directions PaveSmart 3D UM 133...

  • Page 134: Technical Data

    Refer to the Leica PaveSmart 3D and GPS technical reference manuals for more infor- mation, and details on limitations and precautions which should be taken prior to...
  • Page 135 Time constants (T90) min. 0.3 sec settable Sensing frequency max. 100 Hz settable CAN interface ISO 11898 - 24 V CAN communication rate 125 or 250 kBits/sec Polarity protection exists Enclosure protection IP 65 (IEC60529) Technical Data PaveSmart 3D UM 135...
  • Page 136 Technical Data PaveSmart 3D UM 136 Parameter Data Mounting RAM mounting...
  • Page 137 Technical Data PaveSmart 3D UM 137...
  • Page 138 Leica Geosystems AG Heinrich-Wild-Strasse CH-9435 Heerbrugg Switzerland Phone +41 71 727 31 31 www.leica-geosystems.com...

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