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  • Page 3 Rev D ©Copyright Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. February, 2006 All contents in this manual are copyrighted by Topcon. All rights reserved. The information contained herein may not be used, accessed, copied, stored, displayed, sold, modified, published, or distributed, or otherwise reproduced without express written consent from Topcon.
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface ..............v Terms and Conditions ............v Manual Conventions ............viii Chapter 1 Introduction ............1-1 Principles of Operation ............1-2 GNSS Overview ............1-2 Calculating Absolute Positions ....... 1-3 Calculating Differential Positions ......1-4 Essential Components for Quality Surveying ..1-5 Conclusion ..............
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Connecting the Receiver and a Computer ......2-14 Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection ....2-15 Establishing a USB Connection ........2-15 Establishing a Wireless Connection ......2-15 Bluetooth Module Configuration ........2-17 Collecting Almanacs and Ephemerides ....... 2-21 Chapter 3 HiPer+ Configuration ..........
  • Page 7 Table of Contents Changing Receiver Modes ........... 5-10 Entering Sleep Mode ............. 5-10 Entering Zero Power Mode ........... 5-11 Entering Extended Information Mode ......5-12 Loading New Firmware ............5-13 Loading Receiver and Power Board Firmware ..... 5-14 Loading Bluetooth Module Firmware ......5-17 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting .............
  • Page 8 Table of Contents Appendix D Safety Warnings ............D-1 General Warnings ..............D-1 Internal Battery Pack Warnings .......... D-2 Usage Warnings ..............D-3 Appendix E Regulatory Information .......... E-1 UHF Radio Usage ............... E-1 FCC Compliance ..............E-2 Community of Europe Compliance ........E-3 WEEE Directive ..............

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface Preface Thank you for purchasing this Topcon product. The materials available in this Manual (the “Manual”) have been prepared by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. (“TPS”) for owners of Topcon products. It is designed to assist owners with the use of the product and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the “Terms and...
  • Page 10 TPS. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth® is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 11 Terms and Conditions the express written consent of TPS. This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate the license at any time by destroying the Software and Manual. TPS may terminate the license if you fail to comply with any of the Terms or Conditions. You agree to destroy the Software and manual upon termination of your use of the receiver.

  • Page 12: Manual Conventions

    Preface Manual Conventions This manual uses the following conventions: Example Description File Exit Click the File menu and click Exit. Connection Indicates the name of a dialog box or screen. Frequency Indicates a field on a dialog box or screen, or a tab within a dialog box or screen.
  • Page 13 Manual Conventions Under no circumstances should this action be DANGER performed. P/N 7010-0526...
  • Page 14 Preface Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction The HiPer+ receiver is a dual-frequency, GPS+ receiver built to be the most advanced and compact receiver for the surveying market. The receiver is a multi-FN, multi-purpose receiver intended for precision markets. Precision markets means markets for equipment, subsystems, components and software for surveying, construction, commercial mapping, civil engineering, precision agriculture and land-based construction and agriculture machine control,...

  • Page 16: Principles Of Operation

    Introduction The dual-frequency and GPS+ features of the HiPer+ combine to provide the only real time kinematic (RTK) system accurate for short and long baselines. Several other features, including multipath mitigation and co-op tracking, provide under-canopy and low signal strength reception. The HiPer+ receiver provides the functionality, accuracy, availability, and integrity needed for fast and easy data collection.

  • Page 17: Calculating Absolute Positions

    Principles of Operation Despite numerous technical differences in the implementation of these systems, satellite positioning systems have three essential components: • Space – GPS and GLONASS satellites orbit approximately 12,000 nautical miles above Earth and are equipped with a clock and radio.

  • Page 18: Calculating Differential Positions

    Introduction Calculating Differential Positions DGPS, or Differential GPS, typically uses the measurements from two or more remote receivers to calculate difference (corrections) between measurements, thus providing more accurate position solutions. With DGPS, one receiver is placed at a known, surveyed location and is referred to as the reference receiver or base station.

  • Page 19: Essential Components For Quality Surveying

    Principles of Operation Essential Components for Quality Surveying Achieving quality position results requires the following elements: • Accuracy – The accuracy of a position primarily depends upon the satellite geometry (Geometric Dilution of Precision, or GDOP) and the measurement (ranging) errors. –...

  • Page 20: Receiver Overview

    Introduction Receiver Overview When power is turned on and the receiver self-test completes, the receiver’s 20 channels initialize and begin tracking visible GPS and GLONASS satellites. Each of the receiver’s channels can be used to track C/A-L1, P-L1, or P-L2 signals. The number of channels available allows the receiver to track simultaneously all visible GPS and GLONASS satellites at any time and location.

  • Page 21: Getting Acquainted

    Getting Acquainted • Dual-frequency static, kinematic, real-time kinematic (RTK), and differential GPS (DGPS) survey modes • Auto data logging • Setting different mask angles • Setting different survey parameters • Static or dynamic modes Getting Acquainted The HiPer+ comes in a typical real-time kinematic (RTK) package with a Legacy-E+ as the Base Station and the HiPer+ as the Rover (also, refer to the re-packaging instruction card).

  • Page 22: Minter

    Introduction MINTER The MINTER is the receiver’s minimum interface used to display and control data input and output (Figure 1-2). The slant height measure mark (SHMM) is used when measuring the height offset of the receiver. Power Button Reset Button Status LED Battery LED Record LED...
  • Page 23 Getting Acquainted switches the receiver between information modes and The FN button post-processing modes, starts/stops data recording, and changes the baud rate of the serial port to 9600. See “MINTER Operation” on page 4-7 for more information. Table 1-1 describes the REC LED status when using the FN button when data recording is off or on.
  • Page 24 Introduction Table 1-1. FN Button Operations and REC LED Status (Continued) FN Key REC LED Status When data recording is on, and the FN key is... No free memory; hardware problem with data recording. If FN key mode is “LED blink mode switch” Green Data recording started (post-processing occupation mode undefined).
  • Page 25 Getting Acquainted displays the data recording status. See “The FN The REC LED button” on page 1-9 for more information on REC LED behavior when using the FN button. • Green blinks – each blink indicates that data is being written to the memory card.

  • Page 26: Data And Power Ports

    Introduction displays the status of the modem. The RX (modem status) LED Table 1-2 describes the LED colors and patterns for the different modems available for the receiver. Table 1-2. RX LED Indications • No light – the modem is off. •...

  • Page 27: External Radio Antenna Connector

    Getting Acquainted • PWR – The power input port to which an external power source (+6 to +28 V DC) is connected and where the unit is charged. • USB – Used for high-speed data transfer and communication between the receiver and an external device. •...

  • Page 28: Cables

    Introduction Cables The HiPer+ package includes standard communication and power cables for configuring the receiver and providing a power source to the receiver. Table 1-3 lists the cables included in the HiPer+ package. Table 1-3. Package Cables Cable Description Cable Illustration Power cable Connects the power supply unit to a grounded outlet.

  • Page 29: Other Accessories

    • The GSM modem antenna is a TNC RF connection and comes in two versions: 900–1800MHz (p/n 30-030010-01), or 1800–1920MHz (p/n 30-040801-01). Figure 1-6. UHF/GSM Modem Antennas For more details on the accessories and package options available for the Hiper+, contact your local Topcon dealer. P/N 7010-0526 1-15...

  • Page 30: Option Authorization File (Oaf)

    Introduction Option Authorization File (OAF) Topcon Positioning Systems issues an Option Authorization File (OAF) to enable the specific options that customers purchase. An Option Authorization File allows customers to customize and configure the receiver according to particular needs, thus only purchasing those options needed.

  • Page 31: Pre-Survey Preparation

    Chapter 2 Pre-survey Preparation Before beginning to survey with the HiPer+ receiver, the following software needs to be installed and configurations need to be applied: Install receiver configuration software See “Installing Software” on page 2-2. Charge the batteries See “Charging the Internal Batteries” on page 2-7. Enable power source settings (either attached or external) See “Power Management”...

  • Page 32: Installing Software

    Language (GRIL) to configure various receiver settings and diagnose receiver performance. The PC-CDU software exists in two versions: a full-functionality version called PC-CDU MS and a reduced-functionality version called PC-CDU Lite. PC-CDU Lite is available for free on the Topcon website or the GPS+ CD. HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 33 Installing Software Computer requirements for PC-CDU are: Windows® 98 or newer and an RS-232C or USB port, or Bluetooth capable. Use PC-CDU version 2.1.14p1 or newer to correctly configure the receiver. Refer to the PC-CDU Reference Manual for full NOTICE details on installing and using PC-CDU.

  • Page 34: Installing Pdlconf

    InstallPDLCONFu_4.00.exe icon. 2. On the Identify Equipment Manufacturer dialog box, select Topcon Positioning Systems and click Next (Figure 2-2). 3. Follow the remaining on-screen installation instructions and click Finish when done (Figure 2-2). If selected, a shortcut is added to the computer’s desktop.
  • Page 35 Installing Software Computer requirements for BTCONF are: Windows® 98 or newer and an RS-232C port or Bluetooth wireless technology. Use BTCONF version 1.1 or newer to correctly configure the receiver. 1. Create a BTCONF folder on your hard drive and place the compressed BTCONF zip file (retrieved from either the website or the GPS+ CD) in this folder.

  • Page 36: Installing Floader

    Pre-survey Preparation Installing FLoader FLoader is a firmware loading program for the power board, GPS module, and modem board inside the receiver. FLoader is available from the TPS website or on the GPS+ CD. Computer requirements for FLoader are: Windows® 98 or newer and an RS-232C port or Bluetooth wireless technology.

  • Page 37: Charging The Internal Batteries

    Charging the Internal Batteries Charging the Internal Batteries Before beginning to work, fully charge the internal batteries for maximum operating time (Figure 2-5 on page 2-8). The batteries are shipped from the factory without power. Fully charge the batteries before surveying. NOTE With a full charge, the internal batteries should power the GPS receiver, the Bluetooth module (optional), and the PDL radio modem...
  • Page 38 Pre-survey Preparation The speed of the charge depends on the Power and Charger settings configured using PC-CDU, and whether the receiver is turned off or on. See “Power Management” on page 2-9 for more information. For maximum battery charging speed, use one of the following conditions: •...

  • Page 39: Power Management

    Power Management Power Management Topcon’s PC-CDU software provides an interface for various configuration, monitoring, and management functions for the receiver. For power management of the receiver, PC-CDU enables the power source, enables the charging mode, enables the power output for serial ports, and displays the current voltage for the batteries.
  • Page 40 Pre-survey Preparation 4. Select the Charger Mode drop-down list to set the desired charger mode (Figure 2-7). Current Mode displays the charging battery: a, b, or none (off). • Off – receiver will not charge batteries • Charge A – receiver charges only battery A •...
  • Page 41 Power Management Figure 2-8. Select Power Output Modes – Ports and Slots 7. View the Voltages information (Figure 2-9). • External – displays the external power supply’s voltage • On Board – displays the voltage drawn by the receiver board •...

  • Page 42: Powering The Receiver With An External Battery

    BATT LED To check the status of the internal batteries, or check the status using available Topcon software. • Check the BATT LEDs for battery status. – A green light indicates greater than 85% charge.
  • Page 43 Powering the Receiver with an External Battery – Click Help About to view battery voltages on the About PC-CDU screen. When powering the receiver using external batteries, set the charger mode to Off. Otherwise, NOTICE the external batteries will also charge the internal batteries, causing operation time to decrease.

  • Page 44: Turning On/Off The Receiver

    LEDs are off). This delay (about 1 second) will prevent the receiver from being turned off by mistake. Connecting the Receiver and a Computer Topcon’s PC-CDU software provides an interface for various configuration, monitoring, and management functions for the receiver. To configure, manage files, or maintain the receiver, connect the...

  • Page 45: Establishing An Rs232 Cable Connection

    Connecting the Receiver and a Computer Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection 1. Using the RS232 cable, connect the serial port of your computer (usually COM1) to the receiver’s serial port. 2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on.
  • Page 46 Pre-survey Preparation The receiver and external device connection procedure varies slightly depending on the type of external device used. In general, the connection procedure is as follows. Refer to your Bluetooth-enabled external device documentation for detailed connection information. 1. Turn on a Bluetooth-enabled external device and the receiver. The default external device mode is Master;...

  • Page 47: Bluetooth Module Configuration

    Bluetooth wireless technology module. Continue NOTICE with other receiver configuration activities in Chapter 3. Use BTCONF, Topcon’s Bluetooth module’s configuration program, and your computer to: • access the Bluetooth wireless technology module • configure the Bluetooth module • check or change the module’s configuration...
  • Page 48 Pre-survey Preparation 3. From the drop-down list in the upper left corner, select the computer serial port (usually COM1) used for communication (Figure 2-13). 4. Click Connect to connect the computer and Bluetooth module. Figure 2-13. Select Communication Port and Click Connect Once the receiver and computer connect through BTCONF, the Identification tab (Figure 2-14) displays the following information.
  • Page 49 Bluetooth Module Configuration 5. Click the Parameters tab (Figure 2-15). The Parameters tab sets identifying and security information for your Bluetooth module. The security section allows you to set data security and unauthorized access parameters for the Bluetooth module. 6. Enter up to 14 characters to set a unique name for the Bluetooth module (Figure 2-15), and click Apply.
  • Page 50 Pre-survey Preparation Figure 2-16. BTCONF Security Parameters 8. Click the Serial Interface tab (Figure 2-17). Enable Echo to display Bluetooth module replies and corresponding commands on the computer terminal. If needed, click Apply. 9. Click Disconnect then Exit to quit BTCONF. Figure 2-17.

  • Page 51: Collecting Almanacs And Ephemerides

    Collecting Almanacs and Ephemerides Collecting Almanacs and Ephemerides Each satellite broadcasts a navigation message that includes the ephemeris parameters of the satellite, the almanac, and various other information. The ephemeris parameters describe the orbital motion of the satellite and are used to predict its location/trajectory. The almanac gives the approximate orbit (course) for the transmitting satellite and all other satellites in the same system only.
  • Page 52 Pre-survey Preparation • After loading a new OAF. • After loading new firmware. • After clearing the NVRAM. • Before surveying. HiPer+ Operator’s Manual 2-22...

  • Page 53: Hiper+ Configuration

    • In applications intended for post-processing, the receivers typically log code phase and/or carrier phase measurements separately from common satellites and during the same time interval. This data is then processed using post-processing software (for example, Topcon Tools). P/N 7010-0526...
  • Page 54 HiPer+ Configuration use the following When configuring receivers for RTK surveying, checklist to ensure the receivers are properly set up. Perform pre-survey functions as described in Chapter 2. Configure one receiver as an RTK Base station and the other receiver as an RTK Rover. See “Configuring the Receiver” on page 3-14.

  • Page 55: Configuring The Radio Modem

    Your receiver may be configured without a radio modem. Continue with other configuration and NOTICE surveying functions. Topcon’s configuration and surveying software, TopSURV, also has the ability to configure Topcon receivers. Refer to the TopSURV Reference Manual or TopSURV User’s Manual for details. P/N 7010-0526...

  • Page 56: Configuring A Uhf Radio Modem

    HiPer+ Configuration Configuring a UHF Radio Modem To comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 25cm between the user and the NOTICE radio modem. For HiPer+ receivers, the integrated PDL UHF radio modem provides TX/RX UHF communications between a Base and Rover using either a manually selected channel or AutoBase/AutoRover features.
  • Page 57 Configuring the Radio Modem %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/null %%set,cur/term/imode,echo %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/ser/c The Manual Mode dialog box displays “RE002%%” in response to each of these commands. When finished, you should have seven responses (Figure 3-1). Figure 3-1. Manual Mode – Command Responses Save this set of commands to a script file and load this file later to the receiver with a single operation.
  • Page 58 HiPer+ Configuration 7. Click the Pacific Crest logo in the upper left corner of the main screen and click Select Serial Port (Figure 3-2). Figure 3-2. Select Serial Port 8. Select the computer serial port used to connect the receiver and computer, and click OK (Figure 3-3).
  • Page 59 Configuring the Radio Modem Figure 3-4. Set Capture Method and Click Load 11. On the Identification tab, enter Owner information (Figure 3-5). The Identification screen supplies current information concerning firmware version, serial number, frequency, and power of the radio modem. Figure 3-5.
  • Page 60 HiPer+ Configuration 12. On the Radio Link tab (Figure 3-6), set the following parameters according to the selected link rate as shown in Table 3-1. Table 3-1. Radio Link Parameters Link Rate Controls 9600 19200 Manual enable enable Channel TX RX set channel and frequency as desired Modulation Type GMSK...
  • Page 61 Configuring the Radio Modem 13. On the Serial Interface tab and set the following parameters (Figure 3-7): • Baud Rate – 38400 • Parity – None Parity should always be set to None. NOTICE • Mode – Transparent w/EOT Timeout 14.
  • Page 62 HiPer+ Configuration 16. Open PC-CDU and click File Connect. 17. On the Connection Parameters screen, select a baud rate of 38400 and enable the Manual mode only check box (Figure 3-9), then click Connect. Figure 3-9. Connection Parameters – Manual Mode Only 18.

  • Page 63: Configuring A Gsm Radio Modem

    NOTICE radio modem. To access your GSM radio modem, you will need to use an external controller with Topcon’s TopSURV™ software. Refer to the TopSURV Reference Manual or the TopSURV User’s Manual for more detailed configuration information. Configuration parameters are similar regardless of the software used for configuring a GSM modem.
  • Page 64 HiPer+ Configuration 2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and external controller to turn them on, and start TopSURV. 3. Click Job Config Survey to open the Select Survey Config dialog box (Figure 3-11). Figure 3-11. Select a Survey Configuration 4.
  • Page 65 Configuring the Radio Modem Figure 3-12. Base or Rover Radio Configuration 7. Press Configure GSM to display the appropriate Cell Phone parameters screen, and enter the following parameters for either the Base or Rover (Figure 3-13 on page 3-14). • For the Base radio – if the GSM modem does not require a PIN, leave this field blank.

  • Page 66: Configuring The Receiver

    HiPer+ Configuration Figure 3-13. Set Base or Rover Cell Phone Parameters Configuring the Receiver The HiPer+ receiver can be configured in several ways for collecting data for RTK or post-processing. • A static Base station collects measurement information and saves this data to its internal memory.
  • Page 67 Configuring the Receiver PC-CDU is Personal Computer-Control Display Unit software used to manage the various functions of your receiver. The full range of PC-CDU configuration and FN is outside the scope of this manual. For more information on any of the procedures in this section or on PC-CDU, refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual available on the TPS website.
  • Page 68 HiPer+ Configuration Figure 3-14. PC-CDU Main Screen 3. Click File Connect. 4. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, select the following parameters (Table 3-2) and click Connect (Figure 3-15 on page 3-17). Table 3-2. Connection Parameters Parameter RS232 or Bluetooth Connection Select Direct.
  • Page 69 Configuring the Receiver RS232 or Bluetooth Figure 3-15. Connection Parameters Once a PC-CDU connection with the receiver has been established, the current communications settings—such as, port name, baud rate (if applicable), and flow control (if applicable)— display in the lower-left corner of the main window of PC-CDU. A timer begins to count up in the lower-right corner as well (Figure 3-16).
  • Page 70 HiPer+ Configuration 5. Click Configuration Receiver. Click Apply after making any configuration change; otherwise, the receiver will not register the NOTICE change. 6. Click Set all parameters to defaults (Figure 3-17). Figure 3-17. Set All Parameters to Defaults 7. Click the MINTER tab and configure the following settings (Table 3-3), then click Apply (Figure 3-18 on page 3-19).
  • Page 71 Configuring the Receiver Table 3-3. Receiver Parameters for the MINTER Tab (Continued) Parameter Base Receiver Rover Receiver Initial data Select Kinematic. collection (This setting is for trajectory dynamic surveys.) mode Static RTK Rover Figure 3-18. Configure Receiver’s MINTER for Data Recording 8.
  • Page 72 HiPer+ Configuration 9. For the Base receiver, click the Base tab and set the following parameters (Figure 3-20), then click Apply. • GPS/GLO at one time – enable • Antenna position – enter Lat, Lon, and Alt values using one of the following methods: –...
  • Page 73 Configuring the Receiver 10. For the Rover receiver, click the Rover tab and set the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-21). • Positioning Mode – For post-processed surveys, select Standalone; for RTK surveys, select RTK float or RTK fixed. •...
  • Page 74 HiPer+ Configuration 11. For RTK surveys, click the Ports tab and set the following port parameters for the serial port (Table 3-4), then click Apply (Figure 3-22 on page 3-23). For post-processed surveys, keep the default values NOTICE for these parameters. Table 3-4.
  • Page 75 Configuring the Receiver Base Rover Figure 3-22. Base and Rover Configuration for RTK Surveys – Ports 12. Click the Advanced tab and then the Multipath tab. Set the following parameters and click Apply (Figure 3-23). • Code multipath reduction – enable •...
  • Page 76 HiPer+ Configuration 13. Click the Loop Management tab and set the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-24): • Enable Co-Op tracking – enable • Static mode – enable Only enable Static mode if the receiver’s antenna remains completely stationary throughout the survey. Any movement may result in losing the satellite lock.
  • Page 77 Configuring the Receiver • Code differential – where the Rover receiver computes the current relative coordinate in differential mode using only pseudo ranges. • RTK float – where the Rover receiver computes the current relative coordinates in differential mode using both pseudo ranges and phases;...

  • Page 78: Minter Configuration

    HiPer+ Configuration 16. Continue with other configuration activities or click File Disconnect, then File Exit to quit PC-CDU. Disconnecting before exiting ensures proper port management. Disconnect the receiver from PC-CDU before exiting to eliminate possible conflicts with the NOTICE management of the computer’s serial ports. MINTER Configuration The Minimum INTERface (MINTER) consists of two keys (power and FN) that control the receiver’s operation, four LEDs (STAT, REC,...
  • Page 79 MINTER Configuration • Shows the data recording status (REC LED). • Shows each time data is recorded to internal memory (REC LED). • Shows the status of post-processing mode (static or dynamic) when performing a Post-Processing Kinematic survey with the help of FN key (REC LED).
  • Page 80 HiPer+ Configuration 5. Click Configuration Receiver then click the MINTER tab, set the following parameters and click Apply (Figure 3-28). See the following pages for descriptions of these parameters. • Recording interval on page 3-28 • Elevation mask for log file on page 3-28 •...
  • Page 81 MINTER Configuration This parameter specifies the prefix File Name Prefix parameter added to the names of receiver files created when pressing FN. The prefix can be up to 20 characters long. The default value for the Name Prefix is “log”. Log file names have the following structure: <prefix><month><day><sequential alphabet letter>...
  • Page 82 HiPer+ Configuration • Phase – specifies the “phase” (constant time shift) of creating multiple log files in AFRM mode. Values are 0 to 86400 seconds; default value is zero seconds. • Files (total) – a counter that specifies how many multiple log files must be created in AFRM until this mode automatically turns off.
  • Page 83 MINTER Configuration • Occupation mode switch – pressing FN (less than one second) will insert into the corresponding log file a message indicating that the survey type has been changed from static to kinematic, or vice versa. If the REC LED blinks green, the current mode is dynamic, if it blinks orange, the current mode is static.
  • Page 84 HiPer+ Configuration Table 3-5. Data Recording Parameter Behavior (Continued) Enabled Radio Button Results Before Power Failure Always File specified; No file will open No file will open A log file with this receiver data with this name. with this name. name will open and logging not data logging will start...

  • Page 85: Receiver Setup And Survey

    Chapter 4 Receiver Setup and Survey After configuring the receivers for surveying, each receiver needs to be setup up and the receiver’s height measured and the survey can begin. The MINTER provides quick access for logging data, changing receiver modes, and viewing general data logging and satellite information during a survey.
  • Page 86 Receiver Setup and Survey (Figure 4-1): To set up the Base station 1. Install a tripod over a known control point and secure the universal tribrach to the tripod. 2. Place the tribrach adapter (either universal or precision) on the tribrach and tighten the screws.
  • Page 87 Receiver Setup 8. Also setup and connect the cables for accessory equipment (external power source, field controller). To GPS Antenna To Radio Modem To Power/Battery To Field Controller Figure 4-2. Connect Cables to GPS Receiver (Figure 4-3): To set up the Rover receiver Use a bipod during surveys to ensure the antenna/receiver remains steady during data logging.

  • Page 88: Step 2: Measure Antenna Height

    Receiver Setup and Survey Step 2: Measure Antenna Height The location of the antenna relative to the point being measured is very important for both surveys in which the elevation of the points is important and in surveys for horizontal location only. Horizontal surveys are often larger in area than can reliably fit on a flat plane, therefore the antenna adjustment must be done in three dimensions and then projected onto a two dimensional plane.
  • Page 89 Receiver Setup Refer to the Base station kit’s documentation for measurements and offsets for the Base GPS antenna. 1. Measure the antenna height above the control point or tip of pole, either the slant height or the vertical height (Figure 4-4). 30.50mm 77.75mm Slant Height...

  • Page 90: Step 3: Collect Data

    Receiver Setup and Survey Step 3: Collect Data See the remaining sections in this chapter for more information on collecting data. 1. Turn on the receiver. The STAT (status) light (LED) will blink red at first. 2. Once the receiver has locked on to one or more satellites, the STAT light will blink green for GPS satellites and orange for GLONASS satellites.

  • Page 91: Minter Operation

    MINTER Operation MINTER Operation The MINTER is the receiver’s minimum interface used to display and control data input and output (Figure 4-5). Power Button Reset Button Status LED Battery LED Record LED Modem Status LED FN Button Figure 4-5. Receiver MINTER The MINTER performs numerous functions, including the following: •...
  • Page 92 Receiver Setup and Survey press the power button (Figure 4-6). To turn on/off the receiver, • When turning on, press the power button until the MINTER’s LEDs briefly flash. • When turning off, press the power button until the LEDs go out, then release.
  • Page 93 MINTER Operation Press the FN button for 1–5 seconds to start/stop data logging. Figure 4-7. FN Button Functions press the FN button To toggle between post-processing modes, for less than 1 second when “Occupation mode switch” has been enabled using PC-CDU. press the FN To change the information mode of the receiver, button for less than 1 second when “LED blink mode switch”...

  • Page 94: Static Surveying For Base Stations

    Secondly, dual-frequency receivers need far less observation time to reach the desired accuracy requirement. After the survey completes, data the receivers collect can be downloaded onto a computer and processed using post-processing software (for example, Topcon Tools). HiPer+ Operator’s Manual 4-10...

  • Page 95: Kinematic (Stop & Go) Surveying For Rover Stations

    Kinematic (Stop & Go) Surveying for Rover Stations Kinematic (Stop & Go) Surveying for Rover Stations In a kinematic, stop and go survey, the stationary receiver (Base station) is set up at a known point such as a survey monument, or an unknown point.
  • Page 96 Receiver Setup and Survey Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual 4-12...

  • Page 97: Receiver And File Maintenance

    Chapter 5 Receiver and File Maintenance If post-processing the data after completing a survey, the data in the receiver’s memory will need to be downloaded to a computer. Downloading and deleting files will also prepare the receiver’s memory for the next survey. Occasionally, the receiver’s NVRAM may need to be cleared to eliminate communication or tracking problems.
  • Page 98 Receiver and File Maintenance Figure 5-1. Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking 3. Click File File Manager, then click the Download path tab on the File Manager dialog box (Figure 5-2). Figure 5-2. Find Files to Download 4. Navigate to or create (using the Create button) the folder in which to download and store files.
  • Page 99 Downloading Files to a Computer Figure 5-3. Download Files 6. Click the Download button. During the download, status indicators display next to each file (Figure 5-4). • Blue indicator – file in queue for downloading. • Red indicator – file currently downloading. •...

  • Page 100: Deleting Files From The Receiver

    Receiver and File Maintenance Deleting Files from the Receiver Use the following steps to delete files from your receiver. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-14 for this procedure. 2. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, enable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 5-5).

  • Page 101: Managing Receiver Memory

    Managing Receiver Memory Figure 5-6. Delete Files Managing Receiver Memory When using the receiver in static or dynamic applications, you may need to know the amount of memory the receiver’s log file occupies. The specific memory size depends on the type of data being recorded. Use the formulas below to compute the approximate size of the receiver’s log files.

  • Page 102: Managing Receiver Options

    Receiver and File Maintenance Managing Receiver Options The Option Authorization File enables certain functions, features, and options in the receiver, such as the following: • the type of signal (L1 or L1/L2) the receiver will process • the amount of data the receiver will store in the memory •...
  • Page 103 Managing Receiver Options 3. When finished, click Exit on the Option Manager dialog box, then click File Disconnect to disconnect from PC-CDU (and prevent conflicts with serial port management). Figure 5-7. View Option Manager P/N 7010-0736...

  • Page 104: Loading An Oaf

    Receiver and File Maintenance Loading an OAF Topcon Positioning System dealers provide customers with OAF files. For any OAF related questions, e-mail TPS at options@topconps.com and include the receiver’s ID number (see the bottom of the receiver for the ID).

  • Page 105: Clearing The Nvram

    Clearing the NVRAM Clearing the NVRAM The receiver’s Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) holds data required for satellite tracking, such as ephemeris data and receiver position. The NVRAM also keeps the current receiver’s settings, such as active antenna input, elevation masks and recording interval, and information about the receiver’s internal file system.

  • Page 106: Using Pc-Cdu To Clear The Nvram

    Receiver and File Maintenance Using PC-CDU to Clear the NVRAM 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-14 for this procedure. 2. Click Tools Clear NVRAM (Figure 5-9). Figure 5-9. Clear NVRAM with PC-CDU While the NVRAM clears, the REC LED flashes green and red;...

  • Page 107: Entering Zero Power Mode

    Changing Receiver Modes 3. Any activity on the RS232 port will turn the receiver on. If you press the power key for more than 14 seconds, it will be ignored. This protects receiver NOTICE operation against stuck keys. Entering Zero Power Mode When the receiver is off, even in Sleep Mode, the power board will continue to draw power from the batteries.

  • Page 108: Entering Extended Information Mode

    Receiver and File Maintenance Entering Extended Information Mode Extended Information Mode (EIM) is used for receiver testing purposes. In this mode, the receiver continues to work as usual, but the STAT LED indicates “extended” information using a delimiter. The Delimiter is a distinguishable double-blink that shows the overall status of tests performed in EIM.

  • Page 109: Loading New Firmware

    Loading New Firmware 2. Watch for the delimiter double-blink. With good receiver, antenna, and observation conditions, all blinks should be green within 15 minutes of powering on. • Green – ok • Orange – wait • Red – some tests failed 3.

  • Page 110: Loading Receiver And Power Board Firmware

    Receiver and File Maintenance 3. Start FLoader. 4. On the Connection tab, select the COM port on your computer that connects with your receiver and select its speed (usually 115200) (Figure 5-10 on page 5-14). 5. See the following sections to load the appropriate firmware: •...
  • Page 111 Loading New Firmware 1. In FLoader, click the Device tab and set the Device Type as “Receiver”. Then click Get from Device for device information (Figure 5-11). Figure 5-11. Set Device Type 2. Click the Program tab and set the Capture Method to “Soft Break Capture”...
  • Page 112 Receiver and File Maintenance 5. Click the Device tab and set the Device Type as “Receiver’s Power Board”. Then click Get from Device for device information (Figure 5-13). Figure 5-13. Set Device Type 6. Click the Program tab and set the Capture Method to “Soft Break Capture”...

  • Page 113: Loading Bluetooth Module Firmware

    Loading New Firmware 9. Click File Exit. 10. Clear the receiver’s NVRAM (see “Clearing the NVRAM” on page 5-9) and update the almanac (see “Collecting Almanacs and Ephemerides” on page 2-21) after loading new firmware. Loading Bluetooth Module Firmware For receiver’s that contain a Bluetooth module, firmware is released as a compressed file that you download and decompress.
  • Page 114 Receiver and File Maintenance Figure 5-16. Program Tab Settings 4. Click Load and wait until 100% of the files load into your receiver (Figure 5-17). Figure 5-17. Bluetooth Firmware Load Complete If you selected an incorrect file, an error message displays at the bottom of the dialog box.

  • Page 115: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

    WARNING hardware. Check This First! Before contacting Topcon support, check the following: • Check all external receiver connections carefully to ensure correct and secure connections. • Double check for worn or defective cables.

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting Quick List

    Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Quick List For receiver power issues: If “The receiver does not power up.” see page 6-3. If “The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or external controller.” see page 6-4. For receiver issues: If “The receiver does not lock on to satellites for a long period of time.”...

  • Page 117: Powering Problems

    Powering Problems Powering Problems All receivers are preset in the factory as “Auto Mode” for both the batteries. To check these settings, use the following procedure: 1. Connect your receiver and computer and run PC-CDU (see “Connecting the Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-14). 2.

  • Page 118: Receiver Problems

    Troubleshooting Receiver Problems The following are some of the most commonly encountered receiver problems. The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or external controller. Cable specific problems: The serial/USB cable is not properly plugged in. • Check that the cable connector is attached to the correct receiver port on the computer.
  • Page 119 Receiver Problems Generic problems: The receiver port used for connection is not in Command mode. 1. Connect your receiver and a computer using a free port (see “Connecting the Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-14) and start PC-CDU. 2. Click Configuration Receiver Ports. 3.
  • Page 120 Troubleshooting 1. Connect your receiver and a computer and start PC-CDU. See “Connecting the Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-14. 2. Click Configuration Advanced and the Multipath Reduction tab. Enable the two boxes and click Apply. • Move to an area free of obstructions, if applicable. The receiver cannot obtain Code Differential and/or RTK solutions.
  • Page 121 Receiver Problems • Check the elevation masks of the Rover and Base receivers; they should be the same. See page 3-19 for information on setting the elevation mask. A discrepancy exists between the differential standards used at the Base and Rover receivers. Ensure the Base and Rover receivers use the same corrections input/output format: 1.
  • Page 122 Troubleshooting The transmitting and/or receiving antenna may be improperly connected. • Check that the radio modem’s antenna is securely and properly connected to the antenna connector on the receiver. • Check that the radio modem’s antenna is undamaged. If damaged, contact your TPS dealer to replace the antenna. The specified baud rate is incompatible with the baud rates the modem supports.
  • Page 123 Receiver Problems There may be a source of radio interference that disrupts radio communications. • Change the RF channel (if possible). • Use a spectrum analyzer to detect the radio characteristics of the interfering signal and change your system’s configuration accordingly. •...

  • Page 124: Bluetooth Problems

    Troubleshooting Bluetooth Problems The following are some of the most commonly encountered error messages and other problems. Your receiver may be configured without a NOTICE Bluetooth module. BTCONF error message: Can’t find receiver. The receiver is configured without a Bluetooth module. •...
  • Page 125 Bluetooth Problems The receiver port used for connection is not in Command mode. 1. Connect your receiver and a computer using a free port (see “Connecting the Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-14) and start PC-CDU. 2. Click Configuration Receiver Ports. 3.
  • Page 126 Troubleshooting The Bluetooth module’s processor is overloaded. 1. Put your receiver in Zero Power Mode. See “Entering Zero Power Mode” on page 5-11 for details. 2. Press the Reset key for about one second to return the receiver to normal mode. 3.
  • Page 127 Bluetooth Problems 3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 4 (D) check box. The devices may be out of acceptable radio range. • Verify that your devices are within acceptable radio range. • Move the devices within radio range. Can see the icon for the receiver’s Bluetooth module on the computer screen, but cannot connect to it.

  • Page 128: Rx Led Blink Pattern On Error Conditions

    Troubleshooting RX LED Blink Pattern on Error Conditions For internal UHF modems: the RX LED flashes. An initialization error has occurred. • Check that the radio modem’s antenna is undamaged. Contact your dealer to replace the antenna. • Check that the radio modem’s antenna is securely and properly connected to the antenna connector on the radome.

  • Page 129: Obtaining Technical Support

    To contact TPS Customer Support via e-mail, use one of the following electronic mail addresses (Table 6-1). Table 6-1. Technical Support E-mail For Questions Related To... Use... Hardware (receivers, antennas, firmware) hardware@topcon.com GPS+ and 3DMC psg@topcon.com options@topcon.com rtk@topcon.com PC-CDU pccdu@topcon.com If in doubt...

  • Page 130: Website

    Website The Topcon Positioning Systems website provides current information about Topcon’s line of products. The support area of the website provides access to frequently asked questions, configuration procedures, manuals, e-mail support, etc.

  • Page 131: External Antenna Setup

    Appendix A External Antenna Setup For machine control applications, the HiPer+ receiver comes configured with an external antenna port (Figure A-1). External Antenna Connector Vent Plug Slant Height Measurement Mark Figure A-1. HiPer+ with External Antenna Connector 1. Attach the antenna to a tripod or bi-pod and center it over the point at which data will be collected.
  • Page 132 External Antenna Setup Radius Phase Center SHMM Slant Height Measurement Point Point Vertical Height Cutting Edge Figure A-2. MC-A1 Antenna Offset Measurements Table A-1. Antenna Offset Measurements Antenna Radius A, Vertical Offset C, Slant Offset MC-A1 89.7mm 54.3mm (L1) 26.8mm (L1) 60.5mm (L2) 33.0mm (L2) 3.
  • Page 133 The receiver antenna default is set to Auto, allowing the receiver to detect automatically the available antenna (whether internal or external). If you have changed this setting, or the receiver does not detect the external antenna, use the procedure below to set the External Antenna detection option.
  • Page 134 External Antenna Setup Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 135: Appendix B Creating Scripts

    Appendix B Creating Scripts Script files allow you to save manual commands into one file. You can then load this single script instead of typing each individual command. Use the following procedure to create script files. For more information on script files, refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual.
  • Page 136 Creating Scripts 8. Type in the desired commands, clicking Enter after each one. See Table B-1 for Daisy Chain commands. Table B-1. Script Commands To Create Daisy Chain To End Daisy Chain %%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400 QUIT %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/cur/term %%set,cur/term/imode,cmd %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,echo %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/dev/null %%set,cur/term/eoff,QUIT %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,cmd %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/null %%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400 %%set,cur/term/imode,echo...

  • Page 137: Appendix C Specifications

    Appendix C Specifications This TPS product is a 20-channel GPS+ (GPS and GLONASS) receiver with an internal antenna, an internal UHF or GSM radio, an optional Bluetooth wireless technology module, and a rugged aluminum housing complete with MINTER and cable connectors. HiPer+ Specifications Table C-1 lists HiPer+ component details.
  • Page 138 Specifications Table C-1. HiPer+ Specifications (Continued) Component Details Survey Accuracy Static, Fast Static For L1+L2 – H: 3mm + 0.5ppm (x baseline length); V: 5mm + 0.5ppm (x baseline length) For L1 – H: 5mm + 1.4ppm (x baseline length); V: 7mm + 1.9ppm (x baseline length) Kinematic, RTK For L1+ L2 –...
  • Page 139 HiPer+ Specifications Table C-1. HiPer+ Specifications (Continued) Component Details Controls Three FN keys Data Features Up to 20 Hz update rate for real time position and raw data (code and carrier) 10cm code phase and 0.1mm carrier phase precision RTCM SC104 version 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 I/O Multiple Base RTCM Geoid and Magnetic Variation models RAIM...
  • Page 140 10 years minimum operation Environment Operating -30 C° to + 60 C° with batteries temperature Storage temperature -40 C° to +75 C° with batteries Physical Enclosure Aluminum extrusion, rainproof Color Topcon Yellow Dimensions W:158.5 x H:113 x D:173 mm HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 141 HiPer+ Specifications Table C-1. HiPer+ Specifications (Continued) Component Details Weight 1.72 kg Antenna Internal Battery Two internal Controller External Mounting 5/8-11 Seals Silicon (molding in Color) Keys Three keys: Power – On/Off FN (function) – start/stop data logging; switch information mode. Reset –...
  • Page 142 Specifications Table C-1. HiPer+ Specifications (Continued) Component Details Elevation mask 0 to 90 deg (independent of data logging Multi-base DGPS Differential correction select mode: Nearest, Mix, Best (optional) Correction format CMR2/CMR+ (Trimble compatible), RTCM SC104 Ver 2.2 or 2.3 RTCM message type 3, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22;...
  • Page 143 HiPer+ Specifications Table C-1. HiPer+ Specifications (Continued) Component Details Ambiguity fixing Selectable thresholds level Low: 95%; Medium: 99.5%; High: 99.9% PPS Output (optional) Number of PPS ports Edge Rise, Fall Period 10 to 1000000000 ms Offset -500000000 to 500000000 msec -500000 to 500000 nsec Reference time GPS, GLONASS, UTC (USNO), UTC (SU)
  • Page 144 Cinderella days is an option that turns a single frequency, GPS receiver into a dual-frequency, GPS+GLONASS receiver for 24 hours every other Tuesday at GPS midnight. Refer to Topcon’s website for more information and specific Cinderella day dates. Performance specifications assume a minimum of 6...

  • Page 145: Connector Specifications

    Connector Specifications Connector Specifications This section lists HiPer+ connector details. Radio (Modem) RF Connector The UHF modem connector type (Table C-2) is a BNC Bulkhead Jack RF connector with an Applied Engineering Product p/n of 6501- 7051-003. Table C-2. UHF Modem Connector Specifications Type Signal Name Details...

  • Page 146: Serial C-Rs232 Connector

    Specifications Table C-4 gives power connector specifications. Table C-4. Power Connector Specifications Number Signal Name Details Power_INP 6 to 28 volts DC input Power_INP 6 to 28 volts DC input Power_GND Ground, power return Power_GND Ground, power return Not used Serial C-RS232 Connector For ports A and D, these (Figure C-2) are sealed receptacle, 7 pin, ODU p/n G80F1C-T07QC00-0000 RS232 connectors.

  • Page 147: Usb Connector

    Connector Specifications Table C-5. RS232 Connector Specifications (Continued) Number Signal Name Details Receive data Transmit data Not used USB Connector The USB connector is a sealed receptacle, 5 pin, ODU p/n G80F1C- T05QF00-0000 (Figure C-3). Figure C-3. USB Connector Table C-6 gives the USB connector specifications. Table C-6.

  • Page 148: Gps External Antenna Rf Connector

    Specifications GPS External Antenna RF Connector For machine control configurations only, the external antenna connector type (Table C-7) is a TNC RF connector with an Applied Engineering Product part number 6001-7051-003. Table C-7. External Antenna Connector Specifications Type Signal Name Details Ant_IN RF input from LNA, 100 mA at...

  • Page 149: Appendix D Safety Warnings

    Appendix D Safety Warnings General Warnings To comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 25cm between the user and the NOTICE radio modem. TPS receivers are designed for survey and survey related uses (that is, surveying coordinates, WARNING distances, angles and depths, and recording such measurements).

  • Page 150: Internal Battery Pack Warnings

    Safety Warnings Internal Battery Pack Warnings Never attempt to open the receiver casing or replace the batteries! Lithium-Ion batteries can be DANGER dangerous if mishandled! Do not incinerate or heat battery pack above 212 degrees fahrenheit (100 degrees celsius). Excessive DANGER heat can cause serious damage and possible explosion.

  • Page 151: Usage Warnings

    Usage Warnings Usage Warnings If this product has been dropped, altered, transported or shipped without proper packaging, or CAUTION otherwise treated without care, erroneous measurements may occur. The owner should periodically test this product to ensure it provides accurate measurements. Inform TPS immediately if this product does not FN properly.
  • Page 152 Safety Warnings Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 153: Regulatory Information

    Appendix E Regulatory Information The following sections provide information on this product’s compliance with government regulations for use. UHF Radio Usage Using a UHF radio requires a license. Operating a UHF radio without a license may result in fines or NOTICE other penalties.

  • Page 154: Fcc Compliance

    Regulatory Information FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 155: Community Of Europe Compliance

    Community of Europe Compliance Community of Europe Compliance The product described in this manual is in compliance with the R&TTE and EMC directives from the European Community. WEEE Directive Following information is for EU-member states only: The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
  • Page 156 Regulatory Information Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 157: Appendix F Warranty Terms

    1. The warranty against defects in Topcon battery, charger, or cable is 90 days. P/N 7010-0526...
  • Page 158 Warranty Terms Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 159: Index

    Index Index 2-15, 2-16, 2-17 Bluetooth 2-17–2-20 configuration 3-29, 6-9 AFRM configuration utility Almanac 1-12, 2-15, 6-11 port B settings 2-21 broadcast data 2-19 security collect 2-16 unable to connect 2-21 definition 3-16 Bluetooth connection parameters 2-21, 5-17, 6-5 update 5-17 Bluetooth module file 3-29...
  • Page 160 Index 2-15 using USB cable Firmware 3-11 5-14, 5-17 Connect receiver to controller files 3-24 5-17–5-18 Coordinate output load 3-24 2-22 and GSM update almanac Firmware loader See also FLoader 5-14, 5-15, 5-17 Flash file 3-4, B-1 Daisy chain FLoader 3-31 Data recording auto-start computer requirements...
  • Page 161 Index Internal radio Offsets configuration external antenna horizontal internal antenna vertical 1-10–1-12 OmniSTAR, DGPS overview 1-12 Option authorization files 1-10 STAT See OAF 5-17–5-18 Load firmware 3-25 LQ field 3-24 and RTK Rovers Pacific Crest See also PDLCONF 2-2, 2-4, configuration program Manual mode 3-4, 3-10...
  • Page 162 Index Software BTCONF Radio configuration FLoader 5-14, 5-15, 5-17 RAM file 2-3, 3-15–3-24, PC-CDU Range 3-27–3-32 Real-time kinematic 2-4, 3-3, 3-5–3-9 PDLCONF See also RTK radio configuration 5-10 Receiver modes 1-10, 5-12 STAT LED See also EIM 1-10, 5-12–5-13 blink pattern See also Normal Mode 5-12 5-12–5-13...
  • Page 163 Index Warnings battery pack general usage 1-11, 5-10, 5-11 Zero power mode and charging batteries 1-11 BATT LED reset key P/N 7010-0526 Index...
  • Page 164 Notes: HiPer+ Operator’s Manual Index...
  • Page 165 Notes: Notes...
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