Topcon MS05AXII Instruction Manual

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SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Measuring Station

MS05AX

MS1AX

MS05AX -m

MS1AX -m

20207 90022

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Page 1 SURVEYING INSTRUMENTS INSTRUCTION MANUAL Measuring Station MS05AX MS1AX MS05AX -m MS1AX -m 20207 90022...
Page 2 • Some of the diagrams shown in this manual may be simplified for easier understanding. • This manual is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved by TOPCON CORPORATION. • Except as permitted by Copyright law, this manual may not be copied, and no part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means.
Page 3 HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL Notes regarding manual style • Except where stated, “MS” means MS05AXII/1AXII/05AXII-m/1AXII-m in this manual. • Models are described as follows. MS05AXII/1AXII Auto tracking and Red laser diode model MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m Auto pointing and Near-infrared laser diode model •...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS How to read this manual i 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION......1 2. PRECAUTIONS ..............4 3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION .......... 7 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE............. 9 Parts of the Instrument ..............9 Mode Structure ................13 Bluetooth Wireless Technology ............. 14 5.
Page 5 11. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING ......61 11.1 Auto Tracking Settings ..............61 11.2 Measurement with Auto Tracking ..........63 12. ANGLE MEASUREMENT............. 66 12.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°) ..............66 12.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold) ..............
Page 6 20.1 Observation Conditions ............... 118 20.2 Instrument Configuration ............. 121 20.3 EDM Settings ................124 20.4 Allocating User-defined Tabs ............128 20.5 Customizing Screen Controls ............131 20.6 Allocating Key Functions ............. 133 20.7 Changing Starkey Mode Icons ............ 136 20.8 Units ....................
Page 7: Precautions For Safe Operation
1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION For the safe use of the product and prevention of injury to operators and other persons as well as prevention of property damage, items which should be observed are indicated by an exclamation point within a triangle used with WARNING and CAUTION statements in this operator’s manual. The definitions of the indications are listed below.
Page 8 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION Do not place the instrument in a case with a damaged catch, belt or handle. The case or  instrument could be dropped and cause injury. Do not touch the instrument or look through the telescope while the motor is in operation. ...
Page 9 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION  Caution Do not touch liquid leaking from batteries. Harmful chemicals could cause burns or  blisters. Tripod  Caution When mounting the instrument to the tripod, tighten the centering screw securely. Failure  to tighten the screw properly could result in the instrument falling off the tripod, causing injury.
Page 10: Precautions
2. PRECAUTIONS Charging Battery • Be sure to charge the battery within the charging temperature range. Charging temperature range: 0 to 40°C Warranty policy for Battery • Battery is an expendable item. The decline in retained capacity depending on the repeated charging/ discharging cycle is out of warranty.
Page 11 2. PRECAUTIONS The Lithium Battery • The lithium battery is used to maintain the Calendar & Clock function. It can back up data for approximately 5 years of normal use and storage (Temperature = 20°, humidity = about 50%), but its lifetime may be shorter depending on circumstances.
Page 12 2. PRECAUTIONS • If any trouble is found on the rotatable portion, screws or optical parts (e.g. lens), contact your local dealer. • When the instrument is not used for a long time, check it at least once every 3 months. ...
Page 13: Laser Safety Information
Publication 60825-1 Ed.2.0: 2007 and United States Government Code of Federal Regulation FDA CDRH 21CFR Part 1040.10 and 1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated June 24, 2007.) Auto tracking model (MS05AXII/1AXII) Device Laser class...
Page 14 3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION  • EDM device is classified as Class 3R Laser Product when reflectorless measurement is selected. When target (reflector) is set to prism or reflective sheet, the output is equivalent to the safer class 1.  Warning •...
Page 15: Product Outline
4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Parts of the Instrument Parts and functions of the instrument Bluetooth antenna Handle Beam detector for Remote Controller (Only for MS05AXII/1AXII)  Instrument height mark External interface hatch  "9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES" Optical plummet focussing ring...
Page 16  Laser-pointer function A target can be sighted with a red laser beam in dark locations without the use of the telescope. This function is for MS05AXII/1AXII only.  Target searchlight Aiming the Target searchlight at the target improves visibility of the target in the sighted direction thus making sighting in poor light more accurate.The intensity of the illuminated point can be...
Page 17 Handle rocking screws Beam detector for Remote Controller and Contacts (Handle) Beam detector is for MS05AXII/1AXII only.  • Never touch the beam detector. The ability of the system to perform Turning may be adversely affected. If the beam detector is dirty, carefully wipe it with the wiping cloth.
Page 18 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Detaching the instrument from the tribrach 1. Loosen the tribrach locking screw by turning 2 or 3 rotations in the counterclockwise direction. 2. Turn the tribrach clamp counterclockwise to loosen. 3. Lift the instrument to detach. Attaching the instrument to the tribrach 1.
Page 19: Mode Structure
4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Mode Structure The diagram below describes the different modes of the instrument and key operations for navigating between them. ●Basic mode Observation mode (switching by tab) Top menu C “5.2 Display Menu mode Functions ”Graphic“ tab” Version C“14.
Page 20: Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Contact your local dealer in advance.  "28. REGULATIONS" • TOPCON CORPORATION is not liable for the content of any transmission nor any content related thereto. When communicating important data, run tests beforehand to ascertain that communication is operating normally.
Page 21 Moreover, as wireless devices lose signal strength when close to the ground, perform communication at as high a position as possible.  • TOPCON CORPORATION cannot guarantee full compatibility with all Bluetooth products on the market.
Page 22: Basic Operation
5. BASIC OPERATION Learn basic key operations here before you read each measurement procedure. Basic Key Operation B.S. Display unit }Starkey mode }Illumination Switching input mode SHIFT FUNC Switching the page Luminance sensor / Microphone Switching target type Program mode Power ON/OFF ...
Page 23 Prism/360° Prism/Sheet/N-prism (reflectorless)  "20.3 EDM Settings"  • Sheet/N-prism can be selected on MS05AXII/1AXII only.  • Changes can also be made by tapping the icon on status bar or in Starkey mode.  "5.2 Display Functions", "5.4 Starkey Mode"...
Page 24 5. BASIC OPERATION {B.S.} Delete a character on the left. Input a blank space (increments by 1 when setting the date and {S.P.} time) {}/{} Move the cursor left/right Move the cursor up/down   {ENT} Select/accept input word/value  Inputting rule and inputting special characters: "5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel"...
Page 25 5. BASIC OPERATION 2. Press {7} three times. "c" is displayed. 3. Press {5} three times. "o" is displayed. 4. Press {}. Press {5}. "m" is displayed. 5. Continue to input letters. Press {ENT} to complete inputting.
Page 26: Display Functions
5. BASIC OPERATION Display Functions Screens can be selected/operated using the keys on the keyboard or the touch panel. The touch panel can be operated using either the stylus pen provided or your fingers. It is also possible to de-activate the touch panel temporarily. ...
Page 27 5. BASIC OPERATION Top menu Instrument name Serial Number Application software version Observation mode screen (1) Distance (2) Vertical angle (3) Horizontal angle Softkeys (1) Distance Horizontal distance and height difference are also displayed in "SHVdist" tab. Displayed items in "SHV" tab can be changed. ...
Page 28 5. BASIC OPERATION Measuring screen Laser is emitted Input screen/configuration screen Display all options Scroll down for more items Values can be input/ edited...
Page 29 5. BASIC OPERATION "Graphic" tab Arrow indicates north as set backsight Target point Instrument station Scale (units: m) The "Graphic" tab display can be modified using the softkeys in the second page. [CNFG] : In <Graphic configuration> the user can specify the orientation of the "graphic" tab display and which point, target or station, to set at the center of the display.
Page 30 5. BASIC OPERATION Status bar Indicates the current status of the instrument. Tapping icons will switch between the relevant options for that item. Tapping and holding will display a list of all available options for that item and, in certain cases, a link to the configuration screen for that item.
Page 31: Inputting Characters Using The Input Panel
5. BASIC OPERATION Inputting Characters using the Input Panel α To display <Input Panel>, tap of status bar/Starkey mode or while pressing {SHIFT} press This keyboard can be used to input numeric and alphabetic characters as well as symbols. Tap the icon again to close.
Page 32: Starkey Mode
5. BASIC OPERATION Starkey Mode Via Starkey mode, you can jump from each basic mode screen to the screen of checking/changing the various settings directly. Press starkey {Åö} to enter Starkey mode. Each icon can be tapped or pressed and hold in the same way with status bar. •...
Page 33  "6.1 Battery Charging" (2) Target type icon Selection of target type and configuration of prism constant correction value. Sheet/N-prism can be selected on MS05AXII/1AXII only. : Prism (0.0 mm) : 360° prism (-7.0 mm) : Sheet (0.0 mm) : N-Prism Target information can be edited/recorded in <Reflector setting>.
Page 34  "12.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a Specified Angle" (4) Laser-pointer/target searchlight Configuration of laser-pointer/light status. Laser-pointer is for MS05AXII/1AXII only  Switching the laser-pointer/light ON/OFF: "5.1 Basic Key Operation" : Target searchlight ON : Laser-pointer ON...
Page 35 5. BASIC OPERATION (7) Input mode icon Selection of input mode Inputting numbers and symbols Inputting lower case alphabetic characters Inputting upper case alphabetic characters  "5.1 Basic Key Operation Inputting letters/figures"  (8) Input panel icon  "5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel" (9) PPM setting icon Current atmospheric correction factor setting is displayed.
Page 36 5. BASIC OPERATION : Connection via RS232C cable  • An arrow (e.g. ) is displayed to indicate that data transmission is in progress. A red arrow indicates that data transmission has failed and data needs to be sent again. (11) Config mode icon Switch to Config mode.
Page 37: Using The Program Selection Screen
5. BASIC OPERATION Using the Program Selection Screen The program selection screen displays a list of all programs installed on the instrument. Each screen page contains a maximum of 5 program icons. When multiple screen pages exist, navigating between pages is possible using the arrows that appear at the left/right of the screen. An icon without an allocated program cannot be selected...
Page 38: Using The Battery
6. USING THE BATTERY Battery Charging The battery was not charged at the factory. Charge the battery fully before using the instrument.  • The charger will become rather hot during use. This is normal. • Do not use to charge batteries other than those specified. •...
Page 39: Installing/Removing The Battery
6. USING THE BATTERY 5. Remove the battery and unplug the charger.  • Slots 1 and 2: The charger starts charging the battery mounted first. If you place two batteries in the charger, the battery in slot 1 is charged first, and then the ...
Page 40 6. USING THE BATTERY PROCEDURE Mounting the battery 1. Slide down the catch on the battery cover to open. 2. Checking the terminal side on the battery, insert the battery as shown.  • Do not insert the battery inclined. Doing so may damage the instrument or battery terminals.
Page 41: Setting Up The Instrument
7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT  • Mount the battery in the instrument before performing this operation because the instrument will tilt slightly if the battery is mounted after levelling. Centering PROCEDURE Centering with the optical plummet eyepiece 1. Make sure the legs are spaced at equal intervals and the head is approximately level.
Page 42: Levelling
7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT 4. Adjust the levelling foot screws to center the survey point in the optical plummet reticle. 5. Continue to the levelling procedure.  "7.2 Levelling" Levelling PROCEDURE 1. Perform the centering procedure.  "7.1 Centering" 2.
Page 43 7. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT 5. Turn the instrument until the telescope is parallel to a line between levelling foot screws A and B. 6. Set the tilt angle to 0° using foot screws A and B for the X direction and levelling screw C for the Y direction.
Page 44: Power On/Off
8. POWER ON/OFF  • When the power cannot be switched ON or the power is soon turned OFF even though the battery is mounted, there may be almost no battery power remaining. Replace it with a fully charged battery. ...
Page 45: Configuring The Touch Panel
8. POWER ON/OFF PROCEDURE Power OFF 1. Press and hold (about 1sec) the power key on the side of the instrument.  • When there is almost no battery power remaining, the battery icon in the status bar will start to blink.In this event, stop measurement, switch off the power and charge the battery or replace with a fully charged battery.
Page 46: Resolving Software Issues
8. POWER ON/OFF Resolving Software Issues If you are experiencing problems with the instrument and suspect a fault in the program, you should try a warm boot. If the problem is not resolved with a warm boot the next step is to perform a cold boot. A warm boot will not erase surveying data in the instrument but will cancel the resume function.
Page 47: Powering On/Off From An External Instrument
8. POWER ON/OFF Powering ON/OFF from an External Instrument The instrument can be powered ON/OFF from an external device such as a computer or data collector.
Page 48: Connecting To External Devices
9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES The instrument supports Bluetooth wireless technology and RS232C for communication with data collectors etc. Inputting/outputting data is also possible by inserting a USB memory or by connecting to a USB device. Read this manual in conjunction with the operator’s manual for the relevant external device.
Page 49 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES Set "Comms mode" in the "Comms setup" tab to "Bluetooth".  • Changing communication settings during Bluetooth communication will cancel the connection. • The status bar icon cannot be tapped in <Communication Setup>. • No changes for the setting’ (2) to (7) from the factory setting are necessary as long as connecting to a recommended program on the data collector.
Page 50 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 2. Check that "Mode" in the "Bluetooth" tab is set to "Slave".  • Only "Slave" can be selected when the instrument is shipped. 3. Set "Authentication" to "Yes" or "No". If "Authentication" is set to "Yes" for the MS the passkey will also need to be input on the companion device.
Page 51 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 3. Press [LIST] to display a list of all registered devices (no devices are registered when the instrument is shipped). 4. Press [SEARCH] in the "Serial" tab to search about communication-ready Bluetooth devices in the immediate vicinity of the instrument. When the search is completed, their device name and address are displayed in a list.
Page 52 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES • Press [Delete] to delete the selected device name. Deleted device names cannot be retrieved. • Select a device and press [Edit] in the second page to update the device name and/or device address. 5. Press [OK] to complete registration. 6.
Page 53: Communication Between The Ms And Companion Device
9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE Displaying Bluetooth information for the MS 1. Select "Comms" in Config mode. 2. Press [Info] in the "Bluetooth" tab to display information for the MS. Register the Bluetooth address (BD ADDR) displayed here in the paired device set as "Master".
Page 54 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 3. Terminate the connection by the data collector. PROCEDURE Bluetooth communication as "Master" 1. Complete the necessary MS settings for Bluetooth communication.  "9.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology " PROCEDURE Set Bluetooth communication mode to "Master"""...
Page 55: Connection Via Rs232C Cable
9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES Connection via RS232C Cable RS232C communication is possible, connecting instrument and a data collector with the cable. PROCEDURE Basic cable settings 1. Power OFF the instrument and connect the instrument and a data collector with a interface cable.
Page 56: Connecting Via Usb Cable
USB port 1 USB port 2 (mini-B)  • TOPCON CORPORATION cannot guarantee that all USB devices are compatible with the MS USB ports. • Use a computer WindowsXP/Vista/7 is based and USB connection is capable. • Remove the USB cable from USB port 2 carefully to avoid damaging the cable.
Page 57 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES PROCEDURE Connecting the instrument to a computer to transfer data from instrument in USB mode When connecting Windows XP, "exFat file system driver" needs to be installed to the computer. Slide up the catch on the external interface hatch to open.
Page 58 9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 4. Perform "Safely Remove Hardware" in the task bar and disconnect the USB cable. 5. Press the power key and hold (about 1sec) to turn off the instrument to exit USB mode connection. PROCEDURE Connecting the instrument to a computer to transfer data from instrument in Mobile mode A synchronous software needs to be installed to the computer depending on the Windows version.
Page 59: Inserting Usb Memory
9. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES 4. If synchronous software displays a partner setting screen on the computer and asks whether to set a partner device, press [NO].  • A partner setting screen may not be displayed depending on the synchronous software settings.
Page 60: Target Sighting
10.TARGET SIGHTING A target can be automatically sighted using the Auto Pointing function or manually sighted by the operator using the sighting collimator and telescope. When Auto Pointing is performed, the image sensor on the Offset instrument detects the light beam reflected from the target (prism of X direction or reflective sheet target), the offset between the target and telescope reticle is calculated by image processing, then the angle...
Page 61: Auto Pointing Settings
Set Auto Pointing functions in the Configuration tab. Set "Track Setting" to "Search". Items set and options (*: Factory setting) (1) AUTO AIM  MS05AXII/1AXII : Fine*/Rapid MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m : Fine/Rapid* (2) MEAS Acc.  : Advanced*/Standard (3) Track Setting MS05AXII/1AXII : None/Search*/Track MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m : None/Search* (4) Srch method ...
Page 62 10. TARGET SIGHTING  AUTO AIM When the target enters the field-of-view within the set limit for Auto Pointing completion (the limit differs between "Fine" and "Rapid"), the instrument starts acquiring data (the amount of data differs between "Fine" and "Rapid") then completes the Auto Pointing by calculating the data. Set to "Fine"...
Page 63 10. TARGET SIGHTING  Search operation during Auto Pointing When the target enters the field-of-view within the set limit (setting of "Auto AIM" and "Measure Acc.") for Auto Pointing completion, the instrument stops moving, calculates the offset between the target and telescope reticle by image processing, then compensates the angle measurement value obtained from the encoder.
Page 64: Auto-Pointing Function For Target Sighting
10. TARGET SIGHTING 3. Set the Jog turning speed for vertical and horizontal rotation of the telescope. The "Shift" point signifies the Jog turning speed at which telescope rotation switches from the Lo speed setting to the Hi speed setting.The higher the "Shift"...
Page 65: Manually Sighting The Target
10. TARGET SIGHTING "Motor" When "Search" set in "Track Setting" When "None" set in setting "Srch method" is G.S. "Track Setting" "Srch method" is R.C. (Global Search) Softkey [SRCH] Performs Auto Pointing Performs Turning Performs Auto Pointing Performs angle and [MEAS] operation then angle/ then angle/distance...
Page 66 10. TARGET SIGHTING 2. Sight the target Use the Sighting collimator to bring the target into the field of view. Turn the vertical and horizontal Jogs for fine sighting adjusting. 3. Focus on the target Turn the telescope focussing ring to focus on the target.
Page 67: Measurement With Auto Tracking
11.MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING With the Auto Tracking function, the instrument searches for and sights the target. The instrument will then following that target as it is moved from measurement point to measurement point. The Remote Control System is recommended for high performance Auto Tracking measurement. ...
Page 68 11. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING  Configuration tab: "10.1 Auto Pointing Settings" 2. Set the area in which to perform target sighting in the Search area tab.  Search area tab: "10.1 Auto Pointing Settings" Step 2 3. When necessary, set the Jog turning speed for vertical and horizontal rotation of the telescope.
Page 69: Measurement With Auto Tracking
11. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING 11.2 Measurement with Auto Tracking PROCEDURE 1. Use the sighting collimator to aim the objective lens in the general direction of the target. (The vertical and horizontal Jogs can be used for precise adjustments of the instrument and telescope.) ...
Page 70 11. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING Auto Tracking Obstacle Target found Auto Tracking continues in predicted direction Target not found Target found "Target lost" Target not found Target found "Prism wait" Target not found Target found Search (twice) Target not found Sighting terminates (Auto Tracking idle) ...
Page 71 11. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING Rotates in a counterclockwise direction (from the Rotates in a point of view of the Remote Controller) then counterclockwise performs Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking direction (from the point [<-RC] of view of the Remote Controller) then performs Auto Pointing Rotates in a clockwise direction (from the point of Rotates in a clockwise...
Page 72: Angle Measurement
12.ANGLE MEASUREMENT This section explains the procedures for basic angle measurement in Observation mode. • It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.  "20.6 Allocating Key Functions" 12.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°)
Page 73: Setting The Horizontal Angle To A Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)
12. ANGLE MEASUREMENT 12.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold) You can reset the horizontal angle to a required value and use this value to find the horizontal angle of a new target. PROCEDURE 1. Sight the first target. 2.
Page 74: Turning The Instrument From The Reference Angle To A Specified Angle
12. ANGLE MEASUREMENT 12.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a Specified Angle The instrument automatically turns from the reference direction to the specified angle (target). • instrument also turns to the target coordinates when reference angle is omitted. ...
Page 75: Angle Measurement And Outputting The Data
12. ANGLE MEASUREMENT  Fixed velocity rotation The instrument horizontal angle and telescope can be rotated using the controls in the Fixed velocity rotation tab. Speed settings are from 1 to 16. Allocate [Fix Vel] in Observation mode to use this function. Tap the touch panel in the desired rotation direction.
Page 76: Distance Measurement
13.DISTANCE MEASUREMENT Perform the following settings as preparation for distance measurement in Observation mode. • Distance measurement mode • Target type • Prism constant correction value • (Target) Aperture • ppm • Search area • Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking  "10.1 Auto Pointing Settings", "11.1 Auto Tracking Settings", "20.3 EDM Settings" •...
Page 77 13. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Accurately sight the target. 2. Press [S-LEV] in observation mode. <Aiming> is displayed.  Allocating [S-LEV]: "20.6 Allocating Key Functions" When [S-LEV] is pressed, a gauge indicating light intensity is displayed. • The more displayed, the greater the quantity of reflected light.
Page 78: Distance And Angle Measurement
13. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 13.2 Distance and Angle Measurement An angle can be measured at the same time as distance. • The search range can be set.  "10.1 Auto Pointing Settings"  Caution • The laser beam is emitted during Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking. PROCEDURE 1.
Page 79: Distance Measurement And Outputting The Data
13. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT • During fine average measurement, the distance data is displayed as SD1, SD2,... to SD9. When the designated number of measurements has been completed, the average value of the distance is displayed in the "SDA" line. • The distance and angle that are most recently measured remain stored in the memory until the power is off and can be displayed at any time by pressing [CALL].
Page 80: Rem Measurement
13. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 13.4 REM Measurement An REM measurement is a function used to measure the height to a point where a target cannot be directly installed such as power lines, overhead cables and bridges, etc. The height of the target is calculated using the following formula. Ht = h h2 = S sin x cot...
Page 81 13. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT 3. Sight the target and press [MEAS] to start [STOP] measurement. Press to stop the measurement. The measured distance data, vertical angle and horizontal angle are displayed. 4. Sight the object, then press [REM] to start REM measurement is started.
Page 82: Coordinate Measurement
14.COORDINATE MEASUREMENT By performing coordinate measurements it is possible to find the 3-dimensional coordinates of the target based on station point coordinates, instrument height, target height, and azimuth angles of the backsight station which are entered in advance. • It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
Page 83: Azimuth Angle Setting
14. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT 3. Select "Occupy setup" and enter instrument station coordinates,instrument height (HI) and target height (HR). 4. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Set H angle> is displayed again. 14.2 Azimuth Angle Setting Based on the instrument station coordinates and backsight station coordinates which have already been set, the azimuth angle of the backsight station is calculated.
Page 84 14. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE Entering coordinates 1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H angle> is displayed. • <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the screen in step 4 of "14.1 Entering Instrument Station Data". 2. Select the "Key in coord" tab and enter the backsight station coordinates.
Page 85 14. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE Entering angle 1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set H angle> is displayed. • <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the screen in step 4 of "14.1 Entering Instrument Station Data". 2. Select the "Key in angle" tab and enter the desired angle in "H.ang".
Page 86: 3-D Coordinate Measurement
14. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT  Horizontal angle settings Azimuth (set both horizontal and azimuth angles to the same value)/H.ang (input both horizontal and azimuth angles)/None (input azimuth angle only)/0 SET (horizontal angle set to 0°) 14.3 3-D Coordinate Measurement The coordinate values of the target can be found by measuring the target based on the settings of the instrument station and backsight station.
Page 87 14. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT 2. Select "Coord." in <Coordinate>. Press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The coordinates of the target point are displayed. Select the "Graphic" tab to display coordinates on a graph. 3. Sight the next target and press [MEAS] to begin measurement.
Page 88: Resection Measurement
15.RESECTION MEASUREMENT Resection is used to determine the coordinates of an instrument station by performing multiple measurements of points whose coordinate values are known. Registered coordinate data can be recalled and set as known point data. Residual of each point can be checked, if necessary. Entry Output Coordinates of...
Page 89: Coordinate Resection Measurement
15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 15.1 Coordinate Resection Measurement N, E, Z of an instrument station is determined by the measurement. PROCEDURE 1. Select "Resection" in <Menu>. 2. Select "NEZ" to display <Resection/Known point>. 3. Input the known point. After setting the coordinates and target height for the first known point press [NEXT] to move to the second point.
Page 90 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 4. Sight the first known point and press [MEAS] to begin measurement. The measurement results are displayed on the screen. • When [ANGLE] has been selected, the distance cannot be displayed. 5. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of the first known point.
Page 91 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 7. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start calculations after observations of all known points are completed. • Instrument station coordinates, station elevation, and standard deviation, which describes the measurement accuracy, are displayed. Standard deviation for the northing, easting and elevation coordinates of each point are displayed in the "Detail"...
Page 92 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT • Press [RE OBS] to measure the point designated in step 8. If no points are designated in step 8, all the points or only the final point can be observed again. • Press [ADD] in the second page when there is a known point that has not been observed or when a new known point is added.
Page 93: Height Resection Measurement
15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 15.2 Height Resection Measurement Only Z (height) of an instrument station is determined by the measurement. • Known points must be measured by distance measurement only. • Between 1 and 10 known points can be measured. PROCEDURE 1.
Page 94 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 4. Sight the first known point and press [MEAS] to begin measurement. The measurement results are displayed on the screen. 5. If measuring two or more known points, repeat procedures 4 in the same way from the second point.
Page 95 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT 7. If there are problems with the results of a point, align the cursor with that point and press [OMIT]. “OMIT” is displayed to the right of the point. Repeat for all results that include problems. 8. Press [RE CALC] to perform calculation again without the point designated in step 7 The result is displayed.
Page 96 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT  Resection calculation process The NE coordinates are found using angle and distance observation equations, and the instrument station coordinates are found using the method of least squares. The Z coordinate is found by treating the average value as the instrument station coordinates. Calculated instrument station coordinates set as hypothetical coordinates...
Page 97 15. RESECTION MEASUREMENT  Precaution when performing resection In some cases it is impossible to calculate the coordinates of an unknown point (instrument station) if the unknown point and three or more known points are arranged on the edge of a single circle.
Page 98: Setting-Out Measurement
16.SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT Setting-out measurement is used to set out the required point. The difference between the previously input data to the instrument (the setting-out data) and the measured value can be displayed by measuring the horizontal angle, distance or coordinates of the sighted point.
Page 99: Distance Setting-Out Measurement
16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 16.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement The point is to be found based on the horizontal angle from the reference direction and the distance from the instrument station.
Page 100 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Select "Setting out" in <Menu> to display <Setting out>. 2. Select "Occupy setup" to display <Occupy setup>. Enter data for the instrument station and press [OK] to move to Backsight setup.  "14.1 Entering Instrument Station Data" 3.
Page 101 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 4. Select "SO data setting" In <Setting out> to display <SO data setting>. In the distance mode that conforms to your measurement requirements, enter the included angle between the reference point and the setting-out point in "SO.H.ang", and the distance (slope distance, horizontal distance or height difference) from the instrument station to the position to be set out in "SO.Sdist".
Page 102 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT • Press [CNFG] to set setting out accuracy. When the position of the target is within this range both arrows will be displayed to indicate that the target position is correct. 6. Position the target on the line of sight and press Arrows indicate direction to move [MEAS] to begin distance measurement.
Page 103: Coordinates Setting-Out Measurement
16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 7. Move the target until the distance to the setting- out point reads 0m. When the target is moved within the allowed range, all distance and position arrows are displayed. 8. Press {ESC} to return to <Setting out>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement.
Page 104 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Select "Setting out" in <Menu> to display <Setting out>. 2. Select "Occupy setup" to display <Occupy setup>. If necessary, enter data for Backsight setup.  "16.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement" steps 2 to 3 3. Select "Key in coord" in <Setting out>. Record all the setting-out points (includes setting-out points you will measure from now).
Page 105 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 5. Position the target on the line of sight and press Press [H.TURN] to automatically rotate the instrument until the angle of the setting out point reads 0°. [MEAS] to begin distance measurement. The distance and direction to move the target until the setting out point is located is displayed on the instrument.
Page 106 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT Move the target to find the correct distance (0 is displayed) to the setting out point.  Movement indicators: "16.1 Distance Setting- out Measurement" step 6 6. Press [OK] to return to <Key in coord>. Set the next setting out point to continue setting out measurement.
Page 107: Rem Setting-Out Measurement
16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 16.3 REM Setting-out Measurement To find a point where a target cannot be directly installed, perform REM setting-out measurement.  "13.4 REM Measurement" PROCEDURE 1. Install a target directly below or directly above the point to be found. Then use a measuring tape etc. to measure the target height (height from the survey point to the target).
Page 108 16. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT 5. Sight the target and press [MEAS]. Measurement begins and the measurement results are displayed. 6. Press [REM] to start REM measurement. Arrows indicate direction to move The distance (height difference) and direction to move the target until the sighting point and setting out point are located is displayed on the instrument.
Page 109: Offset Measurement
17.OFFSET MEASUREMENT Offset measurements are performed in order to find a point where a target cannot be installed directly or to find the distance and angle to a point which cannot be sighted. • It is possible to find the distance and angle to a point you wish to measure (target point) by installing the target at a location (offset point) a little distance from the target point and measuring the distance and angle from the survey point to the offset point.
Page 110 17. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 2. Select "Offset" in <Menu> to display <Offset>. 3. Select "Occupy setup" to display <Occupy setup>. Enter data for the instrument station and press [OK] to move to Backsight setup.  "14.1 Entering Instrument Station Data" 4. Set the azimuth angle for the backsight station. Press [OK] to return to <Offset>.
Page 111: Offset Angle Measurement
17. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 6. Sight the offset point and press [MEAS] in the Results for target point screen of step 5 to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The measurement results are displayed. • Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target point between distance/angle values and coordinate/elevation values.
Page 112 17. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 2. Select "Offset" in <Menu> to display <Offset>. Select "OffsetANG.". 3. Sight the offset point and press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. 4. Sight the target point and press [H.ANG]. Results for target point •...
Page 113: Offset Two-Distance Measurement
17. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 17.3 Offset Two-distance Measurement By measuring the distances between the target point and the two offset points. Install two offset points (1st target and 2nd target) on a straight line from the target point, observe the 1st target and 2nd target, then enter the distance between the 2nd target and the target point to find the target point.
Page 114 17. OFFSET MEASUREMENT PROCEDURE 1. Install two offset points (1st target, 2nd target) on a straight line from the target point and use the offset points as the target. 2. Select "Offset" in <Menu> to display <Offset>. Select "5.Offset2D". 3. Press [CNFG] and input the distance from the 2nd target to the target point in "Offset dist.".
Page 115 17. OFFSET MEASUREMENT 5. Sight the 2nd target and press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The measurement results are displayed. 6. Press [YES] to display results for the target point. Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target point between distance/angle values and coordinate/elevation values.
Page 116: Missing Line Measurement
18.MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT Missing line measurement is used to measure the slope distance, horizontal distance, and horizontal angle to a target from the target which is the reference (starting point) without moving the instrument. • It is possible to change the last measured point to the next starting position. •...
Page 117 18. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT 2. Sight the starting position, and press [MEAS] to start measurement. Press [STOP] to stop measurement.  • When measurement data already exists the screen of step 3 is displayed and measurement starts. 3. Sight the next target and press [MLM] to Results for measurement between starting begin observation.
Page 118: Changing The Starting Point
18. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT 18.2 Changing the Starting Point It is possible to change the last measured point to the next starting position. PROCEDURE 1. Observe the starting position and target following steps 1 to 3 in "18.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points".
Page 119 18. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT Press [YES] in the confirmation message window. • Press [NO] to cancel measurement. 3. The last target measured is changed to the new starting position. 4. Perform missing line measurement following steps 3 to 4 in "18.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points".
Page 120: Surface Area Calculation
19.SURFACE AREA CALCULATION You can calculate the area of land (slope area and horizontal area) enclosed by three or more known points on a line by inputting the coordinates of the points Input Output Coordinates: P1 (N1, E1, Z1) Surface area: S (horizontal area and slope area) P5 (N5, E5, Z5)
Page 121 19. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION PROCEDURE Surface area calculation by measuring points 1. Select "Area calc." in <Menu> 2. Press [OBS] to display <Area calculation/ measurement>. Sight the first point on the line enclosing the area, and press [MEAS]. Measurement begins and the measured values are displayed.
Page 122 19. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 3. The measurement results are displayed. Press [YES] to confirm.The value of point 1 is set in "Pt_01". 4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 until all points have been measured. Points on an enclosed area are observed in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
Page 123 19. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION 5. Press [CALC] to display the calculated area. 6. Press [OK] to return to <Area/key in coord.>. Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right corner to quit area calculation.
Page 124: Changing The Settings
20.CHANGING THE SETTINGS This section explains the contents of parameter settings in Basic mode and how to change these settings. Each item can be changed to meet your measurement requirements. <Configuration> can be accessed by pressing the "CONFIG" icon in <Top>. The following chapters provide details of items in Configuration mode.
Page 125 : No*/Yes V.obs (vertical angle display method) : Zenith*/Horiz./Horiz ±90 Coordinates : N-E-Z*/E-N-Z Sea level crn. (Sea level correction)  : Yes/No* Ang.reso. (Angle resolution) : MS05AXII/05AXII-m : 0.1"*/0.5" MS1AXII/1AXII-m : 0.1"/0.5"* Dist.reso. (Distance resolution)  : MS05AXII : 0.01mm/0.1mm* MS1AXII/05AXII-m/1AXII-m:0.1mm*/1mm...
Page 126 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS • Compensated horizontal angle = Measured horizontal angle + Tilt in angle/tan (Vertical angle) • When the telescope is directed close to the zenith or nadir angle, tilt compensation is not applied to the horizontal angle. ...
Page 127: Instrument Configuration
Instrument Configuration Items set and options (*: Factory setting) Power off  : MS05AXII/1AXII : No/5min./10min./15min./30min.* MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m : No*/5min./10min./15min./30min. Power off (Remote) : No*/5min./10min./15min./30min. Backlight (Reticle On)  : 0 to 8 (1*) (Brightness level on pressing { Backlight (Normal) ...
Page 128 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS  Adjusting backlight brightness/turning the reticle illumination and key backlight ON/OFF Pressing { } switches the brightness level of the backlight in conjunction with the ON/OFF status of the reticle illumination/key backlight. When the instrument is powered ON the brightness level is set to "Backlight (Normal)". "Backlight (Normal)"...
Page 129 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS  Key backlight The key backlight can be set to "ON" or "OFF". When "key backlight" is set to "ON", the key backlight is lit /OFF in conjunction with pressing {  EDM ALC Set the light receiving status of the EDM. While carrying out continuous measurement, set this item according to the measurement conditions.
Page 130: Edm Settings
Dist. mode (Distance measurement mode): MS05AXII/1AXII : Fine ’R’*/Fine AVG n= 1(Setting: 1 to 9 times)/Fine’S’/Rapid ’R’/ Rapid ’S’/Tracking MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m : Fine ’R’/Fine AVG n= 1(Setting: 1 to 9 times)/Fine ’S’*/Rapid ’R’/ Rapid ’S’/Tracking Reflector : MS05AXII/1AXII : Prism*/360° Prism/Sheet/N-Prism MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m : Prism*/360°...
Page 131 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS • Recommended values of "Aperture" are: 58 for AP01, 58 for Prism-2, 38 for CP01, 32 for Prism- 5 25 for OR1PA, 34 for ATP1/ATP1S and actual size for reflective sheets. • When "prism const." (prism constant values) are changed and [OK] is pressed, these changes are reflected in the status bar/Starkey mode target type display temporarily.
Page 132 15°C, and a humidity of 50%. • By inputting the temperature, air pressure values and humidity, the atmospheric correction value is calculated using the following formula and set into the memory. For MS05AXII/1AXII Atmospheric Correction Factor (ppm) = ×...
Page 133 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS It is recommended that extremely precise instruments be used to monitor the air temperature and pressure. • Enter the average temperature, air pressure and humidity along the measurement beam route in "Temperature", "Pressure" and "Humidity". Flat terrain:Use the temperature, pressure and humidity at the midpoint of the line. Mountainous terrain:Use the temperature, pressure and humidity at the intermediate point (C).
Page 134: Allocating User-Defined Tabs
20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 1. Press [LIST] to display a list of all recorded targets. • [ADD]: Displays <Reflector list>. Select the desired target from this list and press [OK] to register in the list in <Reflector setting>. Up to a maximum of 6 targets can be recorded.
Page 135 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS • "Basic observation" Factory settings User-definable tabs SHVdist SHVdist Graphic SHV + Coord. • Setting out Factory settings User-definable tabs Obs. Obs. Graphic • Setting out Coord. Factory settings User-definable tabs Graph1 Graph2  • Graphic tab cannot be deleted. PROCEDURE Allocating tabs 1.
Page 136 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Select "Tab page". 2. Use the softkeys ([ADD], [DEL] etc.) in <Customize tab page> to allocate the desired tab page layout. • Press [ADD] to add the selected tab at the right- hand side of the screen. •...
Page 137: Customizing Screen Controls
20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 20.5 Customizing Screen Controls It is possible to customize screen controls in Observation mode to suit the measurement conditions and the different methods employed by different operators. • The current screen control settings are retained until they are revised again, even when the power is cut off.
Page 138 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 2. Press [ADD] to add a control drop-down list. • Press [DEL] to delete the selected control.  • Controls, once deleted, cannot be retrieved. 3. Select a screen control from the list. 4. Press [CNFG] to set the size, thickness, color and spacing of the font.
Page 139: Allocating Key Functions
20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 20.6 Allocating Key Functions It is possible to allocate the softkeys in Observation mode to suit the measurement conditions. It is possible to operate the instrument efficiently because unique softkey allocations can be preset to suit various applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
Page 140 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS [HVDOUT-S] : Output distance and angle measurement results to an external device (SET format) [NEZOUT-S] : Output coordinates data to an external device (SET format) [HVOUT-T] : Output angle measurement results to an external device (GTS format) (can only be allocated to 1 above) [HVDOUT-T] : Output distance and angle measurement results to an external device...
Page 141 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS [OK] : Terminate setting out measurement for the selected setting out point and return to <Key in coord>. This setting out point will be removed from the list (can only be allocated to 3 above). PROCEDURE Allocating a softkey 1.
Page 142: Changing Starkey Mode Icons
20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 3. Select the softkey whose allocation you want to change. Tapping a softkey, or pressing {SPACE} when the cursor is aligned with a softkey, will display <Softkey list>. 4. Select the desired softkey from <Softkey list> to allocate to the position specified in step 3.
Page 143 20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS Touch panel Disk No icon PROCEDURE Changing icon allocations 1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select screen>. Select "Starkey". 2. Select the icon (in the Starkey mode) you wish to re-allocate. Tap the icon to display <Starkey list>. 3.
Page 144: Units
Temperature : Celsius*/Fahrenheit Pressure : hPa*/mmHg/InchHg Angle : MS05AXII/1AXII : Degree (DDD.MMSS)*/Gon/Mil MS05AXII-m/1AXII-m : Degree (DDD.MMSS)/Gon*/Mil Distance : Meter*/Feet/Inch Feet (only displayed when "Feet" or "Inch" selected above): International*/US  Inch (Fraction of an inch) “Fraction of an inch” is the unit used in the United States and expressed like the following example.
Page 145: Changing Password
20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 20.9 Changing Password Setting a password allows you to protect important information such as measurement data. No password was set when the instrument was shipped. When setting a password for the first time, leave the "Old password" box blank. When a password has been set, the password screen will appear when the instrument is powered ON.
Page 146: Restoring Default Settings
20. CHANGING THE SETTINGS 20.10 Date and Time Items set Date : Manually input date or select from the drop-down calendar by tapping . Time : Manually input time or set using []/[]. Pressing {SPACE} will increment the selected section by 1. ...
Page 147: Warning And Error Messages
21.WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES The following is a list of the error messages displayed by the instrument and the meaning of each message. If the same error message is repeated or if any message not shown below appears, the instrument has malfunctioned. Contact your local dealer. Backup battery dead.
Page 148 21. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES Press [OK] to cancel the message. If this error message appears frequently, contact your local dealer. Incorrect password. Input password does not match set password. Input correct password. Input device name !! Bluetooth device name not input. Input device name and complete device registration. Input over 3 letters ! The input password consists of less than 3 characters.
Page 149 21. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES Remote Control communication err !! Communication between the Remote controller for Remote Control System and the instrument failed. Check the status (communications setup, power supply, cable connections etc.) of the Remote controller, wireless modem and cables. Sheet not supported !! Auto Tracking cannot be performed with the sheet.
Page 150: Checks And Adjustments
22.CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS MS is a precision instrument that requires fine adjustments. It must be inspected and adjusted before use so that it always performs accurate measurements. • Always perform checking and adjustment in the proper sequence beginning from "22.1 Circular Level"...
Page 151: Tilt Sensor
22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3. First confirm the off-center direction. Use the adjusting pin to loosen the circular level adjustment screw on the side opposite to the direction the bubble is displaced to move the bubble to the center. 4. Adjust the adjusting screws until the tightening tension of the three screws is the same to align the bubble in the middle of the circle.
Page 152 22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3. Select "Tilt offset". 4. Level the instrument until the X/Y tilt angles are ±1’. Wait a few seconds for the display to stabilize, then read the current tilt angle in the X (sighting) direction and Y (horizontal axis) direction.
Page 153 22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 9. Confirm that the values are in the adjustment Results for target point range. If both correction constants are within the range the current value ±1’, select [YES] to renew the correction angle. <Instrument constants> is restored. Continue to step 11. If the values exceed the adjustment range, select [NO] to cancel the adjustment and return to the screen in step 4.
Page 154: Collimation
22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 22.3 Collimation With this option you can measure collimation error in your instrument so that the instrument can correct subsequent single face observations. To measure the error, make angular observations using both faces. PROCEDURE 1. Carefully level the instrument. 1.
Page 155: Reticle
22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 4. Sight the reference point in Face 2 and press [OK]. 5. Press [YES] to set the constant. • Press [NO] to discard the data and return to the screen in step 3. 22.4 Reticle With this option you can check the perpendicularity of the reticle and the horizontal/vertical positions of reticle lines.
Page 156 22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3. Use the fine motion screws to align the target to point B on a vertical line. If the target moves parallel to the vertical line, adjustment is unnecessary. If its movement deviates from the vertical line, have our service representative adjust it.
Page 157: Image Sensor Reticle
22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 22.5 Image Sensor Reticle The internal image sensor is used for automatic sighting. The offset value is set to correct the position of the image sensor in relation to the telescope reticle, but if for whatever reason the telescope reticle and image sensor become misaligned, automatic sighting of the center of the prism cannot be performed correctly.
Page 158 22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 5. Use manual sighting to accurately sight the target.  "10.3 Manually Sighting the Target" 6. Press [OK]. 7. Offset value (H, V) (New) is obtained from the set Set offset value offset value (H, V) (Current) and the measurement results.
Page 159: Optical Plummet
22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 22.6 Optical Plummet  • Be careful that the tightening tension is identical for all the adjusting screws. • Also, do not over-tighten the adjusting screws as this may damage the circular level. PROCEDURE Checking 1. Carefully level the instrument and center a survey point precisely in the reticle of the optical plummet.
Page 160: Additive Distance Constant
22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS If the survey point is on the solid line (dotted line): Loosen the right (left) adjusting screw slightly and, tighten the left (right) adjusting screw by the same amount to move the survey point to a point in the center of the optical plummet.
Page 161 22. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS 3. Place the instrument at point C directly between points A and B and set up the reflective prism at point A. 4. Precisely measure the horizontal distances CA and CB 10 times each and calculate the average value for each distance.
Page 162: Power Supply System
23.POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM Operate your instrument with the following combinations of power equipment.  • When using an external battery, mount the BDC70 in place to maintain the balance of the instrument. • Never use any combination other than those indicated below. If you do, the instrument could be damaged.
Page 163: Target System
24.TARGET SYSTEM The following are all special accessories (sold separately).  • When using a reflecting prism equipped with a target for distance and angle measurements, be sure to direct the reflective prism correctly and sight the center of the prism target accurately. •...
Page 164 24. TARGET SYSTEM Rotary targets  Prism constant correction value = 0 Anchor grip-type targets  Prism constant correction value = 0 Two-point targets (2RT310A)  Prism constant correction value = 0 Corner half target plate (TK1)  Prism constant correction value = 0 The half target RS50H-R is attached to the face of the TK1.
Page 165 24. TARGET SYSTEM Magnetic block set (KUS1)  Prism constant correction value = 0 Used the fasten the TK1 or TK2. Shaped at various angles and magnetized on every side, KUS1 makes the target face the instrument almost perpendicular in all conditions. Tripod stopper (KUS2) ...
Page 166 24. TARGET SYSTEM 2-point target (2RT500-K)  This target is used for two-distance offset measurement. Prism constant correction value: 0 Instrument height adaptor (AP41)  This device is used to adjust the height of the target. Make sure that the instrument height “239” (mm) is displayed in the instrument height adjustment window.
Page 167 24. TARGET SYSTEM Target Prism-2 Tilting prism Single Tilting holder-2 prism with target Pole Plug- Tribrach Tribrach Tribrach adaptor- adaptor- adaptor- Pole Tribrach-TR- Optical plummet tribrach Tilt single prism unit-W101 Tripo • Plug-3 is necessary for the tribrach adaptor-3WP, tribrach adaptor-S2, tribrach adaptor-F1WP and pole adaptor-F2 to coincide with the height of this series.
Page 168: Opptional Accessories
25.OPPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following are optional accessories which are sold separately from the instrument.  Power supply and target optional accessories: "23. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM", "24. TARGET SYSTEM". Plumb bob  The plumb bob can be used to set up and center the instrument on days when there is little wind.
Page 169 25. OPPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Diagonal eyepiece (DE27)  The diagonal eyepiece is convenient for DE27 observations near the nadir and in narrow spaces. Magnification: 30X After removing the handle from the instrument loosen the attachment screw to remove the telescope eyepiece. Then screw the diagonal lens into place.
Page 170 System which points the instrument (MS) in the direction of the prism with speed and precision.  Remote Control System Manual  • This system can be used with MS05AXII/1AXII only. Contact cover (SB191)  When the instrument is set up without handle for monitoring etc., it is recommended to use the...
Page 171: Specifications
Rotary absolute encoder Detecting 2 sides Angle units Degree/Gon/Mil (selectable) Minimum display 0.1"(0.00002 gon/0.0005 mil)/0.5"(0.0001 gon/0.002 mil)(selectable) Accuracy MS05AXII/05AXII-m: 0.5" (0.00015 gon/0.0025 mil) MS1AXII/1AXII-m: 1" (0.0003 gon/0.005 mil) (ISO 17123-3 : 2001) Collimation compensation On/Off (selectable) Measuring mode Horizontal angle:...
Page 172 26. SPECIFICATIONS MS05AXII 360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S: 1.3 to 600 m (1960 ft) Mini pole prism OR1PA, Prism-5: 1.3 to 500 m (1,640 ft) Compact prism CP01: 1.3 to 800 m (2,620 ft) Standard prism AP01/Prism-2 X 1: 1.3 to 3,500 m (11,480 ft) Reflective sheet RS50N-R: 1.3 to 200 m (640 ft)
Page 173 26. SPECIFICATIONS *6, *7 Accuracy (D: measurement distance; Unit: mm) (Under good atmospheric conditions MS05AXII (Using prism or using 360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S Fine measurement: (0.8 + 1ppm X D) mm (Using reflective sheet target) Fine measurement: (0.5 + 1ppm X D) mm...
Page 174 1.3 to 700 m (2,290 ft) Standard prism AP01/Prism-2:1.3 to 1,000 m (3,280 ft) *10,*11 Reflective sheet RS10/30/50:5 to 50 m (160 ft) (MS05AXII/1AXII only) *10,*11 Reflective sheet RS90N-R: 10 to 50 m (160 ft) (MS05AXII/1AXII only) Time to completed Auto Pointing...
Page 175 26. SPECIFICATIONS (0.3 + 9 ppm X D) or less (equivalent angle) (100 m and over) *10,*11 Reflective sheet RS50N-R: 2 mm or less (equivalent angle) (When set to Advanced) Standard prism: 1.0 mm or less (equivalent angle) (to 100 m), 2.0"...
Page 176 26. SPECIFICATIONS Data transfer Data input/output Asynchoronous serial, RS232C compatible USB Ver. 2.0, Host (Type A) and Client (Type miniB) Handle (Remote Control System Beam Detector) Operable range (Slope distance when using RC-5 under normal atmospheric conditions Standard mode to 100 m Far mode to 250 m to 300 m...
Page 177 4° Minimum focus: 0.5 m Calendar/clock function Laser-pointer function ON/OFF (selectable) (only for MS05AXII/1AXII) Operating temperature range -20 to 50 °C (-4 to 122 °F) Storage temperature range -30 to 70°C (-22 to 158 °F) (no condensation) Dust and water resistance...
Page 178: Explanations
27.EXPLANATIONS 27.1 High Accuracy with the 360° Prism Sighting can be more accurately performed by facing the 360° Prism toward the instrument. The 360° Prism should be set up so that a pair of diametrically-opposed hexagonal points on its rubber flanges are aligned with the sighting direction of the instrument (see the diagram below).
Page 179: Manually Indexing The Vertical Circle By Face Left, Face Right Measurement
27. EXPLANATIONS 27.2 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left, Face Right Measurement The 0 index of the vertical circle of your instrument is almost 100% accurate, but when it is necessary to perform particularly high precision angle measurements, you can eliminate any inaccuracy of the 0 index as follows.
Page 180: Correction For Refraction And Earth Curvature
27. EXPLANATIONS 27.3 Correction for Refraction and Earth Curvature The instrument measures distance, taking into account correction for refraction and earth curvature. Distance Calculation Formula Distance Calculation Formula; with correction for refraction and earth curvature taken into account. Follow the Formula below for converting horizontal and vertical distances. Horizontal distance D = AC(α) Vertical distance Z = BC(α) D = L{cosα...
Page 181: Reflector Prescan
27. EXPLANATIONS 27.4 Reflector Prescan This function scans a user-defined range for targets and outputs approximate horizontal and vertical angles for all targets found. This is particularly useful when sighting to targets currently without coordinates, such as when there are numerous targets in the field-of-view at the initial stages of a monitoring project, or when performing observation in tunnels etc.
Page 182: Regulations
Declaration of Conformity Model Number: MS series Trade Name: TOPCON CORPORATION Manufacture Name: TOPCON CORPORATION Address: 75-1, Hasunuma-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, 174-8580 JAPAN Country: JAPAN U.S.A. Representative RResponsible party: TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS,INC. Address 7400 National Drive Livermore, CA94551, U.S.A Telephone number: 925-245-8300...
Page 183 28. REGULATIONS Region/ Directives/ Labels/Declarations Country Regulations California, Proposition U.S.A California, Perchlorate U.S.A Material (CR Lithium Battery) California Recycling and NY, Batteries U.S.A.
Page 184 Hereby, TOPCON CORP., declares that the above-mentioned equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Please inquire below if you wish to receive a copy of Topcon's Declaration of Conformity. Topcon Europe Positioning B.V.
Page 185 28. REGULATIONS Region/ Directives/ Labels/Declarations Country Regulations WEEE Directive EU Battery Directive Chinese China Environmental Directive Republic KC:Class A of Korea...
Page 186 28. REGULATIONS...
Page 187: Index
29.INDEX ACK mode ..........................43 Adjusting backlight brightness/turning the reticle illumination and key backlight ON/OFF ..122 Atmospheric correction factor ....................126 AUTO AIM ..........................56 Automatic tilt angle compensation mechanism ................119 Bluetooth connections ........................42 Bluetooth device address ......................47 Cold boot ............................40 Collimation correction .......................120 Color setting ..........................123 Date and Time ..........................140 Dist.reso.
Page 188 29. INDEX Sighting manually ........................60 Slope area ..........................114 Srch method ..........................56 Target searchlight ........................10 Terminate ...........................43 Trigger key ..........................10 TURN ............................56 Turning operation ........................65 V mode (vertical angle display method) ...................120 Vertical Jog ..........................10...

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