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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Leica CS25 User Manual Version 1.0 English...
  • Page 2 The type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate. tion Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorised service work- shop. Type: _______________ Serial No.:...
  • Page 3 Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner. CS25, Introduction...
  • Page 4 Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. • SD is a trademark of the SD Card Association All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Validity of this This manual applies to the Leica CS25 rugged tablet computer. manual Available Name Description/Format...
  • Page 5 Overall comprehensive help to the product and application functions. Included are detailed descriptions of special soft- ware/hardware settings and software/hardware functions. * only available as Online Help Refer to the following resources for all CS25 documentation/software: • the Leica CS25 DVD •...
  • Page 6 View the service history of your products in Leica Geosystems Service Centers and detailed information on the services performed on your products. For your products that are currently in Leica Geosystems Service Centers view the current service status and the expected end date of service.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Software Concept 1.3.2 Power Concept 1.3.3 Data Storage Concept CS25 Components User Interface Keyboard Operating Principles Operation Equipment Setup 3.1.1 Fixing the Display Foil to the CS 3.1.2 Inserting and Removing a SIM Card Power Functions CS25, Table of Contents...

  • Page 8: Cs25, Table Of Contents

    CS25, Table of Contents Batteries 3.3.1 Operating Principles 3.3.2 Changing the Battery 3.3.3 Charging the Battery 3.3.4 Switching between Left and Right Battery LED Indicators on CS25 Using the Digital Camera Calibrating the Touch Screen Software Menu Button Options Hot Tab Software Utility Functions...
  • Page 9 General Introduction Intended Use Limits of Use Responsibilities Hazards of Use Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Technical Data CS25 Technical Data Conformity to National Regulations 7.2.1 CS25 International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement Index CS25, Table of Contents...

  • Page 10: Description Of The System

    CS25, Description of the System Description of the System Overview System compo- nents CS25 CS25_001...

  • Page 11: Terminology

    & fieldwork usage. The CS25 can withstand severe environ- mental conditions including vibration, shock, moisture and temperature variations. The CS25 is suitable for use in harsh environments such as construction sites, ware- houses, military, manufacturing and field service.

  • Page 12: System Concept

    CS25, Description of the System System Concept 1.3.1 Software Concept Software for CS25 Software type Description tablet computer Windows 7 ultimate This software includes: - The language-specific version of Windows 7. - The basic functionality of the CS.

  • Page 13: Power Concept

    1.3.2 Power Concept General Use the Leica Geosystems batteries, chargers and accessories or accessories recom- mended by Leica Geosystems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument. Power options Model Power supply CS25 Internally by ALG7-08B battery, OR Externally by ALG7-10A...

  • Page 14: Data Storage Concept

    Unplugging the USB stick from the CS25 tablet computer without safely remove the USB stick before can cause loss of data. Only unplug the USB stick when the CS25 tablet computer is switched off or after you have used Safely Remove Hardware func-...

  • Page 15: Cs25 Components

    Power socket and USB host port for USB stick g) Speaker CS25_002 Underside of CS25 a) Digital camera b) Battery compartment R c) SIM card slot d) Stylus e) Docking station contacts Battery compartment L CS25_003 CS25, Description of the System...

  • Page 16: User Interface

    CS25, User Interface User Interface Keyboard Keyboard display CS25 a) LED indicators b) ON/OFF c) Menu d) Arrow keys, OK e) Function keys CS25_004...
  • Page 17 Keys Function ON/OFF If CS25 already off: Turns on CS25 when held for 5 s. If CS25 already on: • Puts CS25 into stand-by mode when held < 4 s. Refer to "Power Functions". • Turns off CS25 when held for 8 s.

  • Page 18: Operating Principles

    CS25, User Interface Operating Principles Keyboard and The user interface is operated either by the keyboard or by the touch screen with touch screen supplied stylus. The workflow is the same for keyboard and touch screen entry, the only difference lies in the way information is selected and entered.

  • Page 19: Operation

    CS25_005 Step Description Ensure that the display of the CS25 is free of dust and grease. The non-reflecting display foil has a silver-coloured sticker to peel away the carrier foil from the actual display foil. Touch the silver-coloured sticker with two fingers and pull it slowly upwards.
  • Page 20 CS25, Operation Step Description Fix the laid open adhesive underside of the display foil at the display border. Pay attention that the display foil is not fixed between display and display frame. Peel away the carrier foil bit by bit and smooth it out slowly onto the display.

  • Page 21: Inserting And Removing A Sim Card

    1) Only experienced personnel should open the mechanical housing of the tablet computer. 2) Use a grounding wrist strap all the time. 3) Place all the electronic components in a static-dissipative surface or static- shielded bag when they are not in the chassis. CS25, Operation...
  • Page 22 Insert and remove Apply general practice for working with static-sensitive devices when you open the a SIM card step-by- CS25 tablet computer, insert the SIM card and closing the CS25 tablet computer: step • Discharge any static charge before opening the CS25 tablet computer and working with the SIM card •...
  • Page 23 Description The SIM card is inserted into a SIM card holder inside the CS25 tablet computer. Turn off the CS25 tablet computer. Refer to " Turning CS25 tablet computer on step-by-step". Turn over the CS25 tablet computer to the underside.

  • Page 24: Power Functions

    Turning CS25 Step Description tablet computer on Place the CS25 tablet computer on a flat and stable surface or hold the step-by-step CS25 tablet computer in your hand. Ensure that the CS25 tablet computer is either connected with the AC power adapter or the batteries are charged up.

  • Page 25: Batteries

    Batteries Battery power The CS25 tablet computer is designed to work with two removable battery packs system placed inside the battery pack compartment. The fully charged battery packs provide several hours of battery life, which can further be extended by using power manage- ment features through the BIOS setup.
  • Page 26 For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharging and charging cycle is sufficient. We recommend carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated on the charger or on a Leica Geosystems product deviates significantly from the actual battery capacity available. Operation / •...

  • Page 27: Changing The Battery

    CS25_006 Step Description Turn CS25 tablet computer over to gain access to the battery compart- ments. Place the battery into the battery compartment. Press the battery down into the battery compartment until it clicks into position. CS25, Operation...
  • Page 28 CS25, Operation Step Description Pushing the slide fastener in the direction of the arrow with the close-lock symbol to fasten the battery. The battery must be locked to ensure IP65 protection. Refer to "Environmental specifications".
  • Page 29 CS25_007 Step Description Turn CS25 tablet computer over to gain access to the battery compart- ments. Push the slide fastener in the direction of the arrow with the open-lock symbol to release the battery. Press simultaneously on the top side and on the bottom side of the battery.

  • Page 30: Charging The Battery

    Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products. The following advice is only valid for batteries, power adapter or docking station.
  • Page 31 Precautions: Use the product only in dry environments, for example in buildings or vehicles. Protect the product against humidity. If the product becomes humid, it must not be used! Charge battery step-by-step CS25_010 CS25, Operation...
  • Page 32 CS25, Operation Step Description When charging the batteries, the CS25 tablet computer can be on or off. Charging is faster when the CS25 tablet computer is off. Connect the ALG7-10A power adapter or HH-12V car adapter with the CS25 tablet computer and an A/C plug. The batteries start charging.
  • Page 33 If one battery is fully charged, the other is at a low-power level, the tablet computer charges the battery which is at a low-power level. d) If both the batteries are fully charged, the tablet computer switches off the charging current. CS25, Operation...

  • Page 34: Switching Between Left And Right Battery

    Refer to "4.1 Menu Button Options". Press and hold for 3 s. The CS25 tablet computer switches from left to right battery. The battery status is shown on both the screen and the OSD indicator.

  • Page 35: Led Indicators On Cs25

    LED Indicators on CS25 LED indicators Description The CS25 tablet computer has Light Emitting Diode indicators. They indicate the basic tablet computer status. Diagram a) Power LED b) Storage LED c) Wi-Fi LED d) Battery LED L e) Battery LED R...
  • Page 36 Wi-Fi is off. flashing green CS25 is connected to a wireless network. Battery LED L off power is okay. The battery is fully charged, CS25 tablet computer is externally powered by AC adapter or right battery is discharging. green power is ok. The battery is being discharged.
  • Page 37 IF the THEN orange power is ok. The battery is being charged. power is low (< 3%) or battery is bad. It is not allowed to switch discharge status to right battery. Change the battery. CS25, Operation...

  • Page 38: Using The Digital Camera

    CS25, Operation Using the Digital Camera Overview The CS25 tablet computer is equipped with a digital camera located at the underside (refer to "1.4 CS25 Components"). Taking a picture Description step-by-step Press F1 function key to start HotTab Hotkey Utility application. Refer to "4.2 Hot Tab Software Utility Functions".
  • Page 39 Description Press and release F2 function key to start the digital camera application. Aim the camera to the desired target. Check the view at the display. CS25, Operation...
  • Page 40 CS25, Operation Description Click the camera icon on the top bar to take the picture. The digital camera application allows recording videos as well as taking images. In addition, the LED light can be turned on and off. Click the return icon on the top bar to store the picture and to return to the...

  • Page 41: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    Calibrate the touch Step Description screen step-by- Turn on the CS25 tablet computer. Refer to " Turning CS25 tablet computer step on step-by-step". Click on Start button, then go to Control Panel. In Category view, click on Hardware and Sound link, click on Tablet PC Settings and then go to Display Tab.

  • Page 42: Software

    CS25, Software Software Menu Button Options Menu button The following six Menu options are available on the CS25 tablet computer: options 1) Screen brightness 2) Volume 3) Battery usage and battery status 4) Wireless communication function 5) System information about software versions...
  • Page 43 Press and release twice Shows status of volume. Press right/up arrow button or drag with touch to increase the volume. Press left/down arrow button or drag with touch to decrease the volume. Press and release three Shows status of batteries and current battery usage. times CS25, Software...
  • Page 44 CS25, Software Menu button Function Press and release four Shows status of wireless communication functions and LED times indicator. Press up/down arrow button or tick with touch to highlight a specific wireless communication function. Press left/right arrow button or tick with touch: •...
  • Page 45 Menu button Function Checking/unchecking of the LED indicator turns on/off the LEDs of the CS25 tablet computer. Press and release five Shows current software version. times Press and hold for 5 s Locks/unlocks keyboard. If keyboard is unlocked: Locks keyboard.

  • Page 46: Hot Tab Software Utility Functions

    CS25, Software Hot Tab Software Utility Functions Hot Tab software The following functions are available on the CS25 tablet computer: utility functions 1) Virtual Mouse 2) Screen Rotation 3) Onscreen Keyboard 4) Windows Power Management 5) Touch Lock Function Description of function...
  • Page 47 You can assign a function of your choice to the function keys hotkey F1 Long, F2 Short, F2 Long, F3 Short and F3 Long. Select F1 Long, click Browse and select the desired program file you want to assign to F1 Long. CS25, Software...
  • Page 48 CS25, Software Function Description of function Press and hold for 4 s to perform the function configured for F1 Long. Press short and release to perform the function configured for F2 Short. Press and hold for 4 s to perform the function configured for F2 Long.
  • Page 49 Function Description of function Windows Click CONFIG to open Windows Power Management. Power Management Touch Lock Click Touch Lock to lock the touch screen. To unlock the touch screen move the arrow to the right. CS25, Software...

  • Page 50: Mini Gps Application

    CS25, Software Mini GPS Application Start Mini GPS Step Description application step- Ensure that GPS is checked in the Wireless communication status. Refer to by-step "4.1 Menu Button Options".
  • Page 51 Double-click the Mini GPS icon from the desktop to start the Mini GPS application. Go to the Status Tab. Select COM3 as COM port and 38400 as baud rate. Click Open. The NMEA message as configured on the Setup Tab is sent to the COM port. CS25, Software...

  • Page 52: Wwan Application

    CS25, Software WWAN Application Start WWAN appli- Step Description cation step-by- Insert SIM card. Refer to "3.1.2 Inserting and Removing a SIM Card". step Ensure that 3G is checked in the Wireless communication status. Refer to "4.1 Menu Button Options".
  • Page 53 The OneClick Internet application window appears. Click Connect. The software loads automatically the required settings and establishes a connection to the Internet. You are connected to the Internet when the software indicates connected. Use the Internet Explorer to access the Internet. CS25, Software...
  • Page 54 CS25, Software Step Description When the connection cannot be established, click Settings and select the correct settings manually. Click Set Profile to store the settings and continue with step 3..

  • Page 55: Installing A Language Pack In Windows7

    Windows 7 Enterprise. You can download additional language packs by Windows Update. Install language Step Description pack on the CS25 Click on Start button, then go to Control Panel. tablet computer step-by-step In Category view, click on Clock, Language, and Region link.
  • Page 56 CS25, Software Step Description In Icons view, click on Regional and Language Options icon, and then go to Keyboards and Languages Tab. Click on Install or uninstall display languages under "Region and Language" section or Install/uninstall languages under "Display Language" section.
  • Page 57 Step Description Click Launch Windows Update and install language packs manually. Click XX optional updates are available. CS25, Software...
  • Page 58 CS25, Software Step Description Tick the Language Pack you want to install and click OK to install it. The installation can take a while. Once the installation is finished, you can directly switch to the installed language pack. When you switch language...
  • Page 59 Step Description To change to a language pack that has already been installed, go to Keyboards and Languages Tab in Regional and Language Options window and choose the display language desired. CS25, Software...

  • Page 60: Windows Activation Guide

    CS25, Software Windows Activation Guide Activate Windows Step Description step-by-step Ensure to have your licence code available. Establish an Internet connection using Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable. Click on Start button, then go to Control Panel. In Category view, click on System and Security link and click on System.

  • Page 61: Good To Know

    Select the option "Radio On/Off", select "Enable" in the field "Value" and click OK. WLAN should work as intended. How to do a Step Description Ctrl+Alt+Delete- sequence on the Press simultaneously ( ) and ( ) button. CS25 tablet computer? CS25, Software...

  • Page 62: Care And Transport

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

  • Page 63: Storage

    Protect batteries from damp and wetness. Wet or damp batteries must be dried before storing or use. • A storage temperature range of -20°C to +30°C/-4°F to 86°F in a dry environ- ment is recommended to minimise self-discharging of the battery. CS25, Care and Transport...

  • Page 64: Cleaning And Drying

    CS25, Care and Transport Cleaning and Drying Product and acces- • Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth sories with water or pure alcohol. Do not use other liquids; these may attack the polymer components.

  • Page 65: Safety Directions

    The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. CS25, Safety Directions...

  • Page 66: Intended Use

    CS25, Safety Directions Intended Use Permitted use • Remote control of product. • Data communication with external appliances. Adverse use • Use of the product without instruction. • Use outside of the intended limits. • Disabling safety systems. • Removal of hazard notices.
  • Page 67 It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them. The product is not to be operated until the user has been instructed on how to work with it. CS25, Safety Directions...

  • Page 68: Limits Of Use

    CS25, Safety Directions Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments. Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product.

  • Page 69: Responsibilities

    Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are respon- non Leica Geosys- sible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their...
  • Page 70 CS25, Safety Directions Warning The person responsible for the product must ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions. This person is also accountable for the training and the deployment of personnel who use the product and for the safety of the equipment in use.

  • Page 71: Hazards Of Use

    Precautions: Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical instal- lations and follow their instructions. CS25, Safety Directions...
  • Page 72 CS25, Safety Directions Warning During dynamic applications, for example stakeout procedures there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay attention to the environmental condi- tions around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic. Precautions: The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing dangers.
  • Page 73 Precautions: Do not use the product in a thunderstorm. Warning Using a battery charger not recommended by Leica Geosystems can destroy the batteries. This can cause fire or explosions. Precautions: Only use chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems to charge the batteries.
  • Page 74 CS25, Safety Directions Caution During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard. Precautions: Before shipping the product or disposing of it, discharge the batteries by running the product until they are flat.
  • Page 75 Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products. The following advice is only valid for batteries, power adapter or docking station.
  • Page 76 Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel. Product-specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leica- geosystems.com/treatment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer. Warning Only Leica Geosystems authorised service workshops are entitled to repair these products.

  • Page 77: Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc

    Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed. The product is a class A product when operated with the internal batteries. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
  • Page 78 Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.
  • Page 79 Precautions: Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected. •...

  • Page 80: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U.s

    CS25, Safety Directions FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli- ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Labelling CS25 CS25_008...

  • Page 81: Technical Data

    Technical Data CS25 Technical Data Control unit CS25 Display: WSVGA (1024 x 600 pixels), graphics capable LCD, illumination, touch screen, colour Keyboard: 26 keys, illumination Touch screen: Toughened film on glass Sound: Integrated sealed speaker and microphone Digital camera: Resolution: 1600 x 1200 pixels, fixed focus lens, image...
  • Page 82 CS25, Technical Data Audio: Audio out for headset, Micro-in for microphone jack, 1.5 W speaker (Internal) Dimensions Type Length [m] Width [m] Thickness [m] CS25 0.144 0.242 0.040 Weight Type Weight [kg]/[lbs] CS25, with battery 1.3/2.9 Recording Data can be recorded on the USB stick or in the internal memory.
  • Page 83 Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] CS25 -23 to +60 -40 to +70 Protection against water, dust and sand Type Protection CS25 IP65 (IEC60529) Dust tight Protected against water projected in jets from any direction. CS25, Technical Data...
  • Page 84 CS25, Technical Data Humidity Type Protection CS25 Up to 90 % The effects of condensation are to be effectively counteracted by periodically drying out CS25. Interfaces Type RS232 USB Host Bluetooth WLAN Audio CS25 DSUB9 2* USB A Class 2 RJ-45 802.11b/...

  • Page 85: Conformity To National Regulations

    Conformity to • FCC Part 15 (applicable in US) • Hereby, Leica Geosystems AG, declares that the product CS25 is in compliance national regula- with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive tions 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity can be consulted at http://www.leica- geosystems.com/ce.
  • Page 86 CS25, Technical Data Frequency band Type Frequency band [MHz] CS25, Bluetooth 2402 - 2480 CS25, WWAN UMTS/HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 Quad-Band EGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 GPRS multi-slot class 12 EDGE multi-slot class 12...

  • Page 87: International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement

    Leica Geosystems. Such software is protected by copy- right and other laws and its use is defined and regulated by the Leica Geosystems Software Licence Agreement, which covers aspects such as, but not limited to, Scope of the Licence, Warranty, Intellectual Property Rights, Limitation of Liability, Exclusion of other Assurances, Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction.
  • Page 88 You must not install or use the software unless you have read and accepted the terms and conditions of the Leica Geosystems Software Licence Agreement. Installa- tion or use of the software or any part thereof, is deemed to be an acceptance of all the terms and conditions of such Licence Agreement.

  • Page 89: Index

    Index Operating temperature ........83 Software for CS25 tablet computer ....12 Batteries Status ............35 Charge in CS25 ..........31 Storage temperature ........83 Charging mechanism ........32 System components ........10 Charging, first-time use ......... 25 Underside ............15 Operation, Discharging ........26 Upside ............15 Power system ..........
  • Page 90 Memory device ..........14 Memory device International Limited Warranty ......87 Available ............14 Menu options Description of ..........42 Keyboard CS25 Graphical overview ........ 16 Operating principles ........18 Operating temperature Keys CS25 ..............83 Arrow keys ............ 17 Description of ..........17 Function keys ..........
  • Page 91 Touch Screen, operating principles ......18 SIM card Insert ............. 22 Remove ............22 USB stick Software Licence Agreement ......87 Memory device ..........14 Status, CS25 ............35 User Interface .............16 Storage LED User Manual CS25 .............. 35 Validity of ............4 Storage temperature CS25 ..............
  • Page 92 International Standards of Quality Management and Quality Systems (ISO standard 9001) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO standard 14001). Ask your local Leica Geosystems dealer for more information about our TQM program. Leica Geosystems AG Heinrich-Wild-Strasse...

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