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Topcon TRL-35 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 3 Rev A ©Copyright Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. July, 2007 All contents in this manual are copyrighted by Topcon. All rights reserved. The information contained herein may not be used, accessed, copied, stored, displayed, sold, modified, published, distributed, or otherwise reproduced...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Optional Accessories ............1-3 Chapter 2 TRL-35 Configuration ..........2-1 Installing Modem-TPS ............2-1 Uninstalling Modem-TPS ............ 2-2 Configuring the TRL-35 ............2-3 As a Transmitter in Modem-TPS in PDL Protocol ........2-3 As a Transmitter in Modem-TPS in Simplex Protocol ......2-7 As a Repeater in Modem-TPS in Simplex Protocol ..
  • Page 6 General Warnings ..............B-1 Battery Pack Warnings ............B-2 Usage Warnings ..............B-3 Appendix C Regulatory Information .......... C-1 FCC Compliance ..............C-1 Community of Europe Compliance ........C-2 WEEE Directive ..............C-2 Appendix D Warranty Terms ............D-1 TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface Preface Thank you for purchasing this Topcon product. The materials available in this Manual (the “Manual”) have been prepared by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. (“TPS”) for owners of Topcon products, and are designed to assist owners with the use of the receiver and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”).
  • Page 8 TPS. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. is used under license. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 9 Terms and Conditions You may not assign or transfer the Software or this license without the express written consent of TPS. This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate the license at any time by destroying the Software and Manual. TPS may terminate the license if you fail to comply with any of the Terms or Conditions.

  • Page 10: Manual Conventions

    Notification that an action has the potential to adversely affect system operation, system CAUTION performance, data integrity, or personal health. Notification that an action will result in system damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal WARNING injury. TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 11 Manual Conventions Under no circumstances should this action be DANGER performed. P/N 7010-0815...
  • Page 12 Preface Notes: TRL-35 Operator’s Manual viii...

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Introduction

    35W high powered base radio that uses the same DSP technology as is used in the GR-3 Digital UHF receiver. The TRL-35 radio can be used to enhance the following survey- related systems: • As a high power transmitter/receiver external UHF radio for any base system For example, with the GB or Legacy Series GPS Receiver.

  • Page 14: Trl-35 Leds

    Introduction TRL-35 LEDs The four LEDs on the TRL-35 have the following indications for the modem: • Power LED Solid green if power is connected to the modem. • Sync LED Solid red if a signal with a level exceeding the level required for reception exists on the current radio channel frequency.

  • Page 15: Optional Accessories

    Topcon P/N 30-060002-01 (410-430 MHz) Topcon P/N 30-000048-02 (430-450 MHz) Topcon P/N 30-000048-03 (450-470 MHz) Optional Accessories Table 1-2. Optional Accessories for the TRL-35 Package P/N and Description Function 12V, SLA Battery and Charger Provides power for the TRL-35 modem...
  • Page 16 Introduction Notes: TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Trl-35 Configuration

    Chapter 2 TRL-35 Configuration Installing Modem-TPS Modem-TPS is a configuration program for the TRL-35. Modem-TPS is available from the TPS website as well as on the GPS+ Software CD. Modem-TPS version 2.2p0 or later is required to interface with the TRL-35.

  • Page 18: Uninstalling Modem-Tps

    Modem-TPS. Uninstalling Modem-TPS To uninstall Modem-TPS use the Start menu on your computer. 1. Click Start Programs Modem-TPS Uninstall Modem- TPS. 2. Click Yes at the prompt. 3. Click OK when the uninstall is complete. TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 19: Configuring The Trl-35

    To configure the UHF radio modem perform the following steps: 1. Connect the computer and TRL-35 using the TRL-35 programming cable. 2. Connect the power cable to the TRL-35 and confirm the power LED is on. 3. Open Modem-TPS and on the connection dialog box, then click Cancel.
  • Page 20 TRL-35 connects to on your computer, and then click Connect. Figure 2-5. Selecting the COM Port to which the TRL-35 Connects 8. On the Radio Link screen, select the parameters shown in Figure 2-6 to set the TRL-35 as a transmitter in PDL Protocol. TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 21 Configuring the TRL-35 Figure 2-6. Setting the TRL-35 as a Transmitter in PDL Protocol • Protocol Select PDL w/EOT. Channel • The current Transmit/Receive frequency channel in • Modulation The modulation for PDL protocol is GMSK. • Forward Error Correction (FEC) Enable to maximize data communication.
  • Page 22 11. Select the RTS/CTS (Ready to Send/Command to Send) to be 12. Click Apply. 13. Click on File Disconnect. 14. To close Modem-TPS, choose File Exit. 15. Launch PC-CDU with the TRL-35 connected to a receiver and setup the receiver to run as an RTK Base station. TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 23: As A Transmitter In Modem-Tps In Simplex Protocol

    NOTE 1. Connect the computer and TRL-35 using the TRL-35 programming cable. 2. Connect the power cable to the TRL-35 and confirm that the power LED is on. 3. Open Modem-TPS. 4. On the connection dialog box click Cancel.
  • Page 24 Figure 2-8. Once configured, click OK. 8. Go to File Connect in Modem-TPS and choose the COM Port that the TRL-35 connects to on your computer. Then click Connect. Figure 2-9. Selecting the COM Port to which the TRL-35 Connects TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 25 Configuring the TRL-35 9. On the Radio Link screen, select the following parameters to set the TRL-35 as a transmitter in Simplex Protocol. Figure 2-10. Radio Link Screen • Protocol Select Simplex. Channel • The current Transmit/Receive frequency channel in •...
  • Page 26 TRL-35 Configuration • Mode The Radio Operation mode. To set the TRL-35 into transmit mode, choose Transmitter as the Mode. In Simplex protocol, the TRL-35 currently supports operation as a Transmitter, Receiver, or Repeater • Link Rate The default link rate for DBPSK is 9600 and is recommended for most applications.

  • Page 27: As A Repeater In Modem-Tps In Simplex Protocol

    NOTE 1. Connect the computer and TRL-35 using the TRL-35 programming cable. 2. Connect the power cable to the TRL-35 and confirm the power LED is on. 3. Open Modem-TPS and on the connection dialog box, then click Cancel.
  • Page 28 Figure 2-12. Once configured, click OK. 7. Go to File Connect in Modem-TPS and choose the COM Port the TRL-35 connects to on your computer. Then click Connect. Figure 2-13. Selecting the COM Port to which the TRL-35 Connects TRL-35 Operator’s Manual 2-12...
  • Page 29 Configuring the TRL-35 8. On the Radio Link screen, select the following parameters to set the TRL-35 as a repeater in Simplex Protocol. Figure 2-14. Radio Link Screen Setting TRL-35 Repeater in Simplex Protocol • Protocol Select Simplex. • Channel The current Transmit/Receive frequency channel in •...
  • Page 30 TRL-35 Configuration Simplex protocol, the TRL-35 currently supports operation as a Transmitter, Receiver, or Repeater • Link Rate The default link rate for DBPSK is 9600 and is recommended for most applications. The link rate is the rate at which data is transmitted over the RF Link.
  • Page 31 Configuring the TRL-35 12. Click Apply. Then click on File Disconnect. 13. To close Modem-TPS, choose File Exit. The TRL-35 is now set as a repeater in Simplex protocol. P/N 7010-0815 2-15...
  • Page 32 TRL-35 Configuration Notes: TRL-35 Operator’s Manual 2-16...

  • Page 33: Appendix A Specifications

    Appendix A Specifications TRL-35 General Specifications Table A-1. TRL-35 General Radio Specifications Parameter Specification Operating Frequency Range country/ 410 - 470 MHz region/purpose dependent Modulation Techniques GMSK, DBPSK, DQPSK, D8PSK, and 16QAM Modulation Tech. Channel Spacing 12.5 kHz/25 kHz Transmission Rates at 25 kHz spacing DBPSK/GMSK –...

  • Page 34: Trl-35 Transmitter Specifications

    Output Power Control Accuracy + 1.5 dB (at normal test condition) Carrier Frequency Stability +/- 1.5ppm initial stability over temp with +/- 3.0 ppm aging/year Max Frequency Error +/- 1.0 kHz (at normal test conditions) Adjacent Channel Power (conducted) 65dB TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Trl-35 Receiver Specifications

    Nominal Input Impedance 50 Ohms Co- Channel Rejection 25/12.5 kHz -8/-12 dB Adjacent Channel Selectivity 25/12.5 70/60 dBc TRL-35 Environmental Specifications Table A-4. TRL-35 Environmental Specifications Parameter Specification Temperature Operating -30°C to + 60°C Storage -40°C to + 85°C Environmental...

  • Page 36: Trl-35 Compliances

    Specifications Table A-4. TRL-35 Environmental Specifications Parameter Specification Power Consumption (Average) 120W/38W/300mW – Continuous Transmit/Transmit with 30% Duty cycle/Sleep Antenna Connector TNC, 50 Ohms User Interface Connector DB-15 waterproof, female connector Power Connector Alden products pulse lock two pin connector TRL-35 Compliances Table A-5.

  • Page 37: Appendix B Safety Warnings

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

  • Page 38: Battery Pack Warnings

    • Do not disassemble the battery pack. • Do not charge in conditions different than specified. • Do not use other than the specified battery charger. • Do not short circuit. • Do not crush or modify. TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 39: Usage Warnings

    Usage Warnings This product contains a CR Litium Battery which contains PerchlorateMaterial - special handling may apply. WARNING See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate/ Note: This is applicable to California, USA only. Usage Warnings If this product has been dropped, altered, transported or shipped without proper packaging, or CAUTION otherwise treated without care, erroneous measurements may occur.
  • Page 40 Safety Warnings Notes: TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Regulatory Information

    Appendix C Regulatory Information The following sections provide information on this product’s compliance with government regulations for use. FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2.

  • Page 42: Community Of Europe Compliance

    For more detailed information about the take-back and recycling of this product, please contact your supplier where you purchased the product or consult. TRL-35 Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 43: Appendix D Warranty Terms

    1. The warranty against defects in a Topcon battery, charger, or cable is 90 days. P/N 7010-0815...
  • Page 44 Warranty Terms Notes: TLR-35 Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 45 Notes: Notes...
  • Page 46 Notes: Notes...
  • Page 48 Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. 7400 National Drive, Livermore, CA 94550 800∙443∙4567 www.topconpositioning.com ISO 9001:2000 FM 68448 TRL-35 Operator’s Manual P/N: 7010-0815 Rev A 07/07 250 ©2007 Topcon Corporation All rights reserved. No unauthorized duplication.

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