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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM 4
RC-4
22210 90081

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM 4 RC-4 22210 90081...

  • Page 3: Foreword

    Foreword Foreword Thank you for purchasing the TOPCON RC-4 Remote control system-4. For the best performance of the instrument, please read these brief instructions carefully, and keep them in a convenient location for future reference. This system has the following features: •...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Foreword Contents Foreword........... . . 1 Contents .

  • Page 5: Standard Package Components

    Foreword Standard Package Components The numerical value in parentheses shows the quantity. RC-4H (1) RC-4R (1) Battery BT-66Q (1) Battery charger BC-30D (1) [AC/DC Converter AD-14(1), AC-Cable (1) Silicon cloth (1) • Make sure that all of the above items are with the instrument when purchased.

  • Page 6: Precautions For Safe Operation

    Precautions for Safe Operation 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 instruction manual.

  • Page 7: Ts/Is/Qs Series

    Class 1 Laser Product Invisible Laser Beam TS/IS/QS series The software must be of the correct version for your version of the TS/IS/QS series, otherwise the RC-4 will not function properly. Contact TOPCON or your TOPCON dealer for version information.

  • Page 8: Precautions

    Waterproof property The instrument can not be submerged underwater. RC-4 is designed based on the International Standard IP65 and RC-4H is designed based on the International Standard IP54, therefore it is protected from the normal rainfall. Storing the instrument for long period Remove the battery from the instrument when you would not use it for long period.
  • Page 9 Precautions • The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits due to a change of data, loss of data, an interruption of business etc., caused by using the product or an unusable product. •...

  • Page 10: Nomenclature And Functions

    Nomenclature and Functions Nomenclature and Functions Remote Controller RC-4R Sighting collimator Receiving window Emitting window (Laser beam aperture) Panel Antenna for SS wireless Prism unit A7R4 (Optional accessory) Bottom Rear side Battery cover lug Mounting hole (small) Mounting hole Battery cover Serial signal RS-232C connector...
  • Page 11 Nomenclature and Functions Panel Sending LED Turn-round key Receiving LED Channel key Channel display / Battery remaining display Power LED Escape key Power switch Function Power switch ON/OFF of power of the RC-4R. Turn-round key TS/IS/QS will be in turn-round motion. Cancels the emitting laser for turn-round motion.

  • Page 12: Remote Controller Handle Unit Rc-4H

    Nomenclature and Functions Remote Controller Handle Unit RC-4H Attaching the RC-4H to the TS/IS/QS, it enables the TS/IS/QS to do turn-round motions. Detectors (at five points) Fixing knob TS/IS/QS series carrying case is large enough to house the TS/IS/QS fitted with RC-4H. Connection points Do not damage or shock connection points.

  • Page 13: Preparation

    Preparation Preparation Battery Installation and Replacement Push down the battery cover lug to unhook it, and remove the cover. Insert Battery BT-66Q in the direction matching connection points as shown in the illustration. Mount two lugs on the RC-4R. Push the battery cover lug down until the cover is locked. Battery cover lug Battery cover Connection...

  • Page 14: Installing Rc-4R Onto The Prism Unit A7R4

    Preparation Installing RC-4R onto the Prism Unit A7R4 Match the receiving window with the front mark and insert the mounting hooks on the Prism Unit A7R4 into the mounting holes of the RC-4R. Mounting hole (small) Mounting hole Mounting hook (small) Mounting hook Front mark Turn the RC-4R towards the front mark (until you hear a click).

  • Page 15: Communication Between The Rc-4R And A Data Collector

    Preparation Communication between the RC-4R and a Data Collector Bluetooth communication The Bluetooth module built-in the RC-4R enables wireless-communication with Bluetooth-compatible equipment. Serial signal connector By connecting this connector to a PC or a data collector, it will provide the date transmission. Mounting Remote Controller Handle Unit RC-4H onto the TS/IS/QS If you wish to do turn-round motions, attach the remote controller handle unit RC-4H to the TS/IS/QS.

  • Page 16: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Basic Operation Power Switch ON Press the power switch. Power LED will light. Power LED Power switch Battery Remaining Display Push [ESC] key and the battery remaining capacity will be displayed for approximately 5 seconds. Battery remaining display Usable Battery Warning Display for RC-4R When the battery of the RC-4R is low, the power LED will flash with beep sound.

  • Page 17: Setting For Communications With Ts/Is/Qs

    Basic Operation Setting for Communications with TS/IS/QS The following settings is prerequisites for the communications to take place between the TS/IS/QS (or an application program) and RC-4R. The same RC channel / SS Wireless channel must be assigned to both RC-4R and the TS/IS/QS. With RC and SS-Wireless channels for the RC-4R, the parameters of the application software used for the FC-250 or PC may be prioritized.

  • Page 18: Light Emitting Angle

    Basic Operation Light Emitting Angle Laser beams are emitted from the emitting window of the RC-4R. The angle of emitting laser beams is as follows. Light emitting angle Top view Side view At greater distances, the laser light at the edge of the beam field (angle) will be weaker. RC-4R should be kept aiming so that the TS/IS/QS always stays within the above range of laser beam emission until the turn-round motions are completed.

  • Page 19: Light Detecting Range

    Basic Operation Light Detecting Range The detecting angles of RC-4R and RC-4H (TS/IS/QS) are shown below: TS/IS/QS can only be turned round with the turn-round key under the condition that RC-4R remains confined within the range as shown below where RC-4H can detect light. Top view Detecting range Side view...

  • Page 20: Turn-Round Function

    Basic Operation Turn-round Function • Do not change the RC-4R direction during turn-round motions. When the direction is changed, the detecting signal for TS/IS/QS moves and the prism search cannot be performed correctly, causing a delay in the time required to complete Important the search or preventing the search from being completed.

  • Page 21: Stopping Turn-Round Operations

    Basic Operation Turn-round operation status display With the RC-4R, turn-round operation will be displayed as shown below. Searching Ready for communication (Low Power mode) Stopping Turn-round operations Press the [ESC] key to terminate turn-round operation. After the key is pressed, turn-round operation will continue for a short time before the TS/IS/QS comes to a stop.

  • Page 22: Setting Mode

    RC channel 1 to 6 (CH) Prevents interference of communication when several systems consisting of a TS/IS/QS and a RC-4 are used at one site. Sets a channel to be used for communications. The same communication channel (01 to 20) must be SS Wireless assigned to both RC-4R and the TS/IS/QS.

  • Page 23: Communication Baud Rate

    Setting Mode Communication Baud Rate Setting can be done with the dip-switch on the battery section. Remove battery cover and battery. Set the dip switch with a pin. Battery cover lug Battery cover Dip-switch Dip-switch Setting Contents OFF (default) 38400 (bps) Serial signal RS-232C 9600 (bps) baud rate setting...

  • Page 24: Power Source And Charging

    Power Source and Charging Power Source and Charging POWER LED BT-66Q CHARGE LED BC-30D AD-14 AC-cable To charge Connect the AC/DC converter AD-14 and AC-Cable to the charger. *1) Plug the AC-Plug into the outlet. (The POWER LED will light.) Attach the battery in the charger.
  • Page 25 Power Source and Charging • Do not charge continuously, otherwise the battery and the charger may be deteriorated. If charging is necessary, use the charger after stopping charge for approximately 30 minutes. • Do not charge the battery in right after the battery is charged, it causes deterioration of the battery in rare cases.

  • Page 26: Special Accessories

    Special Accessories Special Accessories Data Collector Prism unit-A7R4 Suitable for systemization of measuring instrument. Measuring data will be automatically stored and transferred to a computer system, making measuring operations more efficient and saving time and effort in such operation.

  • Page 27: Regulations

    Applicable Directive 1999/5/EC. instrument : RC-4R Please inquire below if you wish to receive a copy of Topcon's Declaration of Conformity. R&TTE-Class 1 Topcon Europe Positioning B.V. Essebaan 11, 2908 LJ Capelle a/d IJssel, The Netherlands Tel:+31-10-4585077 Fax:+31-10-2844949 http://www.topcon-positioning.eu/index.asp...
  • Page 28 Trade Name: TOPCON CORPORATION Manufacturer Name: TOPCON CORPORATION Address: 75-1, Hasunuma-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, 174-8580 JAPAN Country: JAPAN U.S.A. Representative Responsible party: TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS,INC. Address: 7400 National Drive Livermore, CA94551, U.S.A Telephone number: 925-245-8300 California, Proposition65 U.S.A. Perchlorate California, Material U.S.A.
  • Page 29 Regulations Region/ Directives/ Labels/Declarations Country Regulations California Recycling and NY, Batteries U.S.A. This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matérique brouilleur du Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Cet appareil numerique de la Class B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Operating temperature -20°C to +50°C Storing temperature -30°C to +60°C Protection against water and dust RC-4R: IP65 RC-4H: IP54 (Based on the standard IEC60529) Turn-round operating 5m~400 m (16ft ~1310 ft) distance * 1) (When using with the prism unit A7R4/A7PR4) * 1) The operating distance may be shorter than normal in such the condition is not good by the heat simmer or strong...
  • Page 31 Specifications SS Wireless Unit Communication distance About 1000m (The range will be different by a condition) Transmission output 100mW or less Transmission method DS/FH hybrid SS method [Emitting Laser] Angle of Laser Each direction ±10° At greater distances, the laser light at the edge of the emit- ting range (angle) will be weaker by laser emitting charac- teristic.
  • Page 32 This is the mark of the Japan Surveying Instruments Manufacturers Association. ©2010 TOPCON CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...
  • Page 34 Please see the attached address list or the following website for contact addresses. GLOBAL GATEWAY http://global.topcon.com/...

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