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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
DIGITAL LEVEL
DL-500 SERIES
DL-502
DL-503
FC11808-A022-02

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL DIGITAL LEVEL DL-500 SERIES DL-502 DL-503 http://www.topcon.co.jp Please see the attached address list or the following website for contact addresses. GLOBAL GATEWAY http://global.topcon.com/ FC11808-A022-02...
  • Page 2 Verify that all equipment is included. See "20.1 Standard Equip- ment". • DL-502/503 has a function to output data saved in DL-502/503 to a connected computer. Commands operations from a computer can also be performed. For details, refer to the “Output Formats and Command Explanations (DL Edition)”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Read This First 1. Precautions for Safe Operation ......4 2. Precautions............7 Introduction 3. DL Functions ............9 3.1 Parts of the Instrument and Operation ..9 3.2 Display............11 3.3 Operating Keys.........15 3.4 Operating Modes ........16 Preliminaries 4. Installing and Removing the Battery ....18 5.
  • Page 4 Managing 13.2Number of Recorded Points......50 Recorded Data 14. JOB Delete ............51 15. Sending Recorded Data ........53 15.1 Connecting to a Computer or Data Collector ...........53 15.2 Data Output ..........54 Other 16. Changing the Settings ........56 Procedures 16.1 Measuring Mode........56 16.2 Fractional / Decimal representation of Height Unit..........57 16.3 Communication Parameters .....58 16.4 Auto Power-Off .........58...

  • Page 5: Read This First 1. 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 in this operator's manual by WARNING and CAUTION indications. The definitions of the indications are listed below.

  • Page 6: Power Supply

    Staff Warning • Do not use under thunderous weather conditions. This unit is conductive and if struck by lightning, death or injury could result. • Handle with care when using near high voltage cables or transformers. This unit is conductive and contact could result in electric shock.
  • Page 7 • To prevent shorting of the battery in storage, apply insulating tape or equivalent to the terminals. Otherwise shorting could occur resulting in fire or burns. • Do not heat or throw batteries into fire. An explosion could occur, resulting in injury. •...

  • Page 8: Precautions

    Precautions Using the Instrument • The DL-502/503 is a precision instrument. Avoid severe shocks or vibration. • Be careful when removing the instrument from its case. • Do not place the DL-502/503 directly on the ground. • When the operator leaves the DL-502/503, the vinyl cover should be placed on the instrument.

  • Page 9: Exceptions From Responsibility

    • Always close the case when empty to protect the interior from humidity and dust. • Regular checking and adjustment is recommended to maintain instrument precision. Exceptions from responsibility • The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks (hardware only) of the product’s performance.

  • Page 10: Introduction 3. Dl Functions

    DL Functions Important: • Except where stated, screens and illustrations appearing in this manual are of DL-502/503. • In principle, screens used in procedures are based on the factory setting. Parts of the Instrument and Operation Handle Bubble mirror When the instrument is placed high up and cannot be viewed from above, you can use the mirror to check the position of the bubble in the tube.
  • Page 11 Measure key (appears as in this manual) Measure Starts measurement. (See "3.3 Operating Keys".) Horizontal fine motion knobs (both sides) Use these knobs to finely adjust the instrument's horizontal position. Data output connector You can connect a data collector or computer to this connector. Leveling foot screw Base plate Horizontal circle positioning ring...

  • Page 12: Display

    Display The display includes the following marks which indicate the operating status and current mode, and help the operator to keep track of the measurement procedure. Version number Currently selected Measurement Mode indicator conditions Attribute•Measure- ment step Battery level indicator Point number Measurement values and other data •...
  • Page 13 • Attribute•Measurement step display Displays the backsight and foresight (in Height difference, Setting out, or Measuring elevation modes). : Backsight : Foresight Displays the attribute of the recorded measurement value (Height difference measurement mode, Elevation measurement mode). : Backsight point : Foresight point : Intermediate sight : Fixed point...
  • Page 14 • Battery level (not displayed on menu screens) Displays the current power level of the battery. : Level 3: Full power. : Level 2: Plenty of power remains. : Level 1: Half or less power remains. : Level 0: Little power remains. Charge the battery. : Low: No power remains (A beep tone sounds and the battery symbol blinks.) Charge the battery.
  • Page 15 • When the fractional/decimal display format is set to "0.001m" and the unit of measurement is "m", the display is as follows: When measuring mode is "Single", "Average" or "Repeat" Height: Up to 3 decimals Distance: Up to 2 decimals When measuring mode is "Tracking"...

  • Page 16: Operating Keys

    Note: • The fractional/decimal display format for distance measurements depends on the setting in measuring mode only. Operating Keys Learn main key operations here. • Power ON/OFF : Power the instrument ON (hold) + : Power the instrument OFF • Light up the display : Switch the display backlight ON / OFF •...

  • Page 17: Operating Modes

    Operating Modes The DL has a number of functional modes. This section shows the screens that can be displayed in each mode. : Key operation for selecting each menu : Key operation for returning to previous screen [Instrument information mode] [Screen showing the number of points that can be recorded is displayed]...
  • Page 18 [Height difference measurement mode] [Elevation measurement mode] [Setting out ..] Select [Menu of selected function is displayed] [Config. mode] (Page 1) MENU (Page 2) Select [Menu of selected function is displayed]...

  • Page 19: Preliminaries 4. Installing And Removing The Battery

    Installing and Removing the Battery Install a fully-charged battery (see "18. Charging the Battery"). Procedure Important: • Always turn off the power before removing the battery from the instrument. If the battery is removed when the power is still on, stored data may be lost.

  • Page 20: Setting Up The Instrument

    Setting Up the Instrument Procedure 1 Set up the tripod. Spread the tripod legs about the same distance apart so that the tripod head is approximately level. Tread the tripod shoes firmly into the ground. 2 Mount the instrument on the tripod. Hold the instrument on the tripod head and tighten the centering screw.

  • Page 21: Focusing And Sighting

    Focusing and Sighting • Before using the instrument Turn the eyepiece to adjust the eyepiece image. Procedure 1 Using the gunsight, aim the objective lens toward the staff. 2 Gradually turn the eyepiece outward, stopping just before the reticle cross-lines become blurred. 3 Turn the horizontal fine motion knobs until the staff is nearly centered in the field of view, then turn the focusing knob to focus on the staff.
  • Page 22 • Focusing when taking measurements Procedure 1 Using the gunsight, aim the objective lens toward the staff. 2 Turn the horizontal fine motion knobs until the staff is nearly centered in the field of view, then turn the focusing knob to focus on the staff.

  • Page 23: Surveying 7. Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Reading the Staff Simply focus on the RAB* code for an automatic reading of the staff. The following explains how to read the RAB code of the staff. * : RAB code (Random Bi-directional code) is a coded staff used with DL-500 line of digital levels.
  • Page 24 DL-502/503 reads in measurements up to 0.1mm and minor deviations in the accuracy of the staff will adversely affect accuracy. To obtain high accuracy measurements, it is important to perform temperature corrections for the staff.
  • Page 25 • Measuring the height from a ceiling Important: • Not possible with Wave-and-Read function. Attempting such measurement with the Wave-and-Read function will result in an error. Note: Formula for correcting expansion and contraction of the staff due to temperature changes Δ...

  • Page 26: Measuring In Status Mode

    Warnings and Error Messages"). Shield the eyepiece from the light source using your body or cover the eyepiece with your hand and resume measurement. • If the DL-502/503 is subjected to shocks or vibration during use, measurement may be impossible. Resume measurement during more stable conditions.

  • Page 27: Measuring Using Wave-And-Read

    Note: • In Repeat, Average, or Tracking mode: Step 2: Values are renewed at each measurement. Press to stop the reading. Measure Press to cancel the reading. Measuring using Wave-and-Read The Wave-and-Read function reduces measurement error due to the staff not being vertical (i.e. tilting). It also allows measurement using a staff not equipped with a bubble scope.
  • Page 28 The forward and backward movement with respect to vertical position A should be equal and not in excess of 5 to 10°. No good No good Vertical Procedure 1 Turn the power switch on. 2 Set measuring mode to “Waving”. (see "16.1 Measuring Mode") 3 Focus on the staff.
  • Page 29 5 Press to start measurement. Measure A beep tone sounds and the display blinks. Consecutive arrows displayed to indicate the progress of measurement. When measurement is completed, a beep tone sounds twice and the staff readings (Rh) and horizontal distance (Hd) are displayed.

  • Page 30: Setting Up Data Storage

    Setting Up Data Storage Data can be stored in Height difference measurement mode or Elevation measurement mode. JOB setting mode and record setting mode must be set up before data can be recorded. JOB setting mode Record setting mode Notes: •...
  • Page 31 • JOB Selection Procedure 1 In the menu mode, select "JOB," and then select "Select." The currently selected JOB and number of data recorded in the JOB are displayed. 2 Select the JOB you will store the data 3 Press to confirm the selected JOB.

  • Page 32: Record Conditions

    0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ABCDEFGHIJ KLMNOPQRST U V W X Y Z . + - Example: Displaying the word AT 2 Press four times to display "A." 3 Press to move the cursor to the next character.

  • Page 33: Double-Run Measurement

    Double-run Measurement You can set single-run or double-run measurement data as additional information. When data is sent, you can distinguish single-run from double-run measurement data. In menu mode, select "REC" and then "Line." * Go: Record sent data Return: Record returned data Note: When "Return"...
  • Page 34 Set the backsight point number* Measure the backsight point Check and record the measurement results Set attributes of foresight point* Set the point number of the foresight point* Measure (foresight) point Check and record the measurement results Measure next foresight Move the instrument point point Measure previous point as...
  • Page 35 2 Set the point number. 3 Press to confirm the point number. Notes: Advancing the point number If the point number is not set, data is recorded using the automatically set number in the currently selected JOB. Check the measurement results together with the point number. Point number is displayed as follows: •...
  • Page 36 • Inputting measurement data (measure the point using the numerical scale side of the staff) Procedure 1 Focus DL-502/503 numerical scale side of the staff and measure the backsight point. 2 Press Measurement data can now be input manually.

  • Page 37: Measuring Height Difference

    Measuring Height Difference You can measure the height difference ΔH between the backsight (point A) and foresight (point B). ΔH The procedure below is for taking single measurements when "manual" is selected in the Record conditions menu. Important: • When moving the instrument to a new position (step 8 below), press "Yes"...
  • Page 38 5 Measure the foresight. The instrument calculates the height difference ΔH relative to the back- sight, and displays the result. 6 Select "Yes" to accept the point number, attribute and measurement value. The result is saved. 7 Press A message asks whether you want to change the instrument position.
  • Page 39 Notes: • Point number input Step 3: Press to ready the instrument for point number input. Step 5: Press twice to ready the instrument for point number input. (See "8.4 Flow of Recording Data".) • Attribute setting Step 5: Press to ready the instrument for attribute setting.

  • Page 40: Measuring Elevation

    10. Measuring Elevation From a known elevation (point A), you can measure the elevation (HA + ΔH) of a specified ground point (point B). The procedure below is for taking single measurements when "Manual" is selected in the Record conditions menu. Important: •...
  • Page 41 5 Select "Yes" to accept the point number and measurement value. The result is saved and the number of points that can be recorded in available memory is displayed. 6 Measure the foresight. The instrument calculates the foresight elevation (Z), and displays the result. 7 Select "Yes"...
  • Page 42 Notes: • Point number input Step 4: Press to ready the instrument for point number input. Step 6: Press twice to ready the instrument for point number input. (See "8.4 Flow of Recording Data".) • Attribute setting Step 6: Press to ready the instrument for attribute setting.

  • Page 43: Setting Out Height Difference, Distance, And Elevation

    11. Setting Out Height Difference, Distance, and Elevation You can locate ground points that correspond to entered numerical data. The Set-Out menu provides three modes - height difference, distance, and elevation. 11.1 Setting Out Height Difference By entering the height difference (ΔH) from a benchmark (point A), you can find a ground point (point B) at a specified height difference from the benchmark.
  • Page 44 4 Measure the backsight. The instrument takes the backsight reading and displays the measure- ment. 5 Select "Yes" to accept the value. 6 Measure the foresight. The instrument calculates the differ- ence between the measurement and the input value, and displays the result.

  • Page 45: Setting Out Distance

    11.2 Setting Out Distance By entering the distance (Hd) from a benchmark (point A), you can find a ground point (point B) at a specified distance from the benchmark. The procedure below is for taking single measurements. Procedure 1 Set up the instrument at point A. 2 In menu mode, select "Set-out", then select "Dist.".

  • Page 46: Setting Out Elevation

    5 Move the staff by the amount shown on the screen, then take another foresight reading. If "Out" is displayed, move the staff backward. If "In" is displayed, move the staff forward. When the display shows '0', you have found the specified ground point. 6 Press Distance set-out is completed.
  • Page 47 Procedure 1 Set instrument midway between points A and B. 2 In menu mode, select "Set-out", then select "Elev.". 3 Input the backsight elevation. 4 Measure the backsight. The instrument takes the backsight reading and displays the measurement. 5 Select "Yes" to accept the value. 6 Input the elevation that you want to stake out.
  • Page 48 9 Press Elevation set-out is completed. Set out the next ground point. Notes: • When in this menu and setting-out has already been taken (for the second or subsequent reading): Step 4: The previous backsight measurement will be displayed and the program skips to step 5. •...

  • Page 49: Other Measurement Functions

    12.2 Using the Instrument as a Standard Level By using the numeric scale side of the staff, you can use the DL-502/503 as a standard level. Simply focus on the staff and read the scale. In the Height difference measurement mode and Elevation measurement mode, the sighted value can be manually input in the currently selected JOB.

  • Page 50: Managing 13. Displaying Recorded Data

    13. Displaying Recorded Data Data recorded in Height difference measurement mode or Elevation measurement mode can be edited. Use the Record Setting Mode to check data and display the number of recorded points. 13.1 Data Check and Edit Check the contents saved in the currently selected JOB. Attributes can be changed.

  • Page 51: Managing 13.2Number Of Recorded Points

    3 Press The attributes can now be changed. 4 Display the attribute you want to change. 5 Press to confirm the selected attribute. Notes: • "DEL" setting and Number of points that can be recorded If the DEL attribute is selected for recorded data, the data is not displayed.

  • Page 52: Recorded Data 14. Job Delete

    14. JOB Delete Delete the JOB and the contents of the JOB. Carry out JOB deletion in the JOB setting mode. (JOBs cannot be deleted when the battery is LOW.) Important: • JOBs that cannot be output (indicated by * next to JOB) cannot be deleted.
  • Page 53 Notes: • JOB Quick Access Step 2: When JOB numbers 1 to 10 are displayed, press jump to JOB number 11. When JOB numbers 11 to 20 are displayed, press to jump back to JOB number 1. • JOB name Step 3: After the JOB is deleted, the default JOB name set at the factory is displayed: JOB01 to JOB20.

  • Page 54: Sending Recorded Data

    502/503 to carry out measurement, and the measurement results are output. Important: • The DL-502/503 accepts commands only when in status mode or menu mode. Received commands are not executed in any other state. 15.1 Connecting to a Computer or Data Collector Use the dedicated communication cable to connect the DL- 502/503 to the data collector or a computer.

  • Page 55: Data Output

    • Data recorded in a JOB that has not been sent is indicated by an asterisk (*). Procedure 1 Use a cable to connect the DL-502/ 503 to a computer. ("15.1 Connecting to a Computer or Data Collector") 2 In menu mode, select "JOB" and then "Output."...
  • Page 56 4 Select the data output format. Data is output. When data output is completed, the DL-502/503 returns to JOB setting mode. Note: • JOB Quick Access Step 2: When JOB numbers 01 to 10 are displayed, press to jump to JOB number 11. When numbers 11 to...

  • Page 57: Other 16. Changing The Settings

    16. Changing the Settings You can change settings such as the measuring mode and the number of decimals in displayed data. When you select "Config." in menu mode, the two-page configuration menu is displayed. Page 1 Page 2 • Meas. (measuring mode) •...

  • Page 58: Fractional / Decimal Representation Of Height Unit

    Waving: measurement using Wave-and-Read function Repeat: The instrument repeats fine measurements until the operator presses Measure Page 2 Tracking: The instrument repeats coarse measurements until the operator presses Measure Note: • When is pressed in Set-out mode, the Measurement conditions setting screen can be displayed. 16.2 Fractional/Decimal Representation of Height Units You can set the fractional/decimal display format for...

  • Page 59: Communication Parameters

    1/8: **-**-*/ Note: The fractional/decimal display format for distance values depends on the settings only in measuring mode. (See "3.2 Display".) 16.3 Communication Parameters select communication parameters for connecting a data collector or a computer. The baud rate and parity settings can be selected from the following.

  • Page 60: Unit Of Measurement

    16.5 Unit of Measurement You can select the display unit to be used. inch Note: • If measurement data has already been saved in the selected JOB, the unit of measurement cannot be changed. • "Inch" here means "fraction of an inch", "fraction of an inch" is the unit used in the United States and expressed like the following example.

  • Page 61: Warnings And Error Messages

    17. Warnings and Error Messages The table below shows the warnings and error messages displayed by the DL-502/503 and describes the cause of each warning or error message. Error Message Coded Message Meaning E400 • System error due to a fault E401 in the instrument.
  • Page 62 Error Message Coded Message Meaning E410 • An object other than the E411 staff is being sighted. E412 • The staff is out of focus. E413 • The staff is partly unread- E414 able because obscured E415 by an obstacle or dam- E416 aged.
  • Page 63 50m (too far) when per- forming Wave-and-Read measurement. E498 • Measurement results not obtained within 20 sec- onds of starting Wave- and-Read measurement. Note: • Coded messages are not displayed on DL-502/503 display. • No error message displayed when compensation range (±15') is exceeded.

  • Page 64: Charging The Battery

    18. Charging the Battery Important: • Do not short circuit. Heat or ignition could result. • Batteries cannot be charged, even when the charging lamp is flashing, when the temperature is outside the charging temperature range. • Do not leave the battery anywhere exposed to high temperatures.
  • Page 65 3 Charging takes approximately 2.5 hours. The lamp lights when charging is finished. 4 Remove the battery and unplug the charger. Notes: • Slots 1 and 2 • Step 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 battery in slot 2.

  • Page 66: Checks And Adjustments

    19. Checks and Adjustments Always check adjust before ensure accurate measurements. • Make sure the instrument is securely set up and stable before performing checks and adjustments. • Do not perform checks and adjustments with “Waving” selected as measuring mode. 19.1 Adjusting the Circular Level Check that the bubble remains centered in the circular level.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Reticle

    4 Eliminate the remaining shift by Adjusting screws turning the circular level adjusting screws with the hexagonal wrench until the bubble is centered. Adjust with the level adjusting screw 5 Turn the instrument 180°. If the bubble stays in the center, adjustment is completed.
  • Page 68 Place staffs to within 50cm (20 inch) of the distances described in the procedure. Otherwise, measurement accuracy may be adversely affected. 3 Press 4 Measure staff a. 5 Select "Yes" to accept the value. 6 Measure staff b. 7 Select "Yes" to accept the value. 8 Select "Yes".
  • Page 69 15 Check the difference between the results and decide whether correcting the reference value of the sensor is required. If the difference is 0.3mm or less, no adjustment is necessary. If the difference exceeds the 0.3mm permissible range, adjustment is necessary.
  • Page 70 If correcting the reference value is not necessary: 16 Select "No". 17 Select "Yes" to exit from the Adjust menu. If correcting the reference value is required: 16 Select "Yes". The instrument calculates and records the required reticle adjustment from the measurement results, and then returns to the menu selection.
  • Page 71 4 Remove the adjusting screw cover and insert a hexagonal wrench (M3) in the adjusting screw. 5 Turn the adjusting screw, then repeat steps 1 and 2. Adjust so that the difference between the two measure- ments is less than 2mm. If the measurement at step 2 is larger than the measurement at step 1, lower the cross-line by slightly loosening the...
  • Page 72 Notes: • Saving measurement values during correcting the reference value of the sensor and power off • Steps 9, 12 and 14: "Data keep" screen asks whether or not you want to save the measurement values during setting internal constants. Select "Yes"...

  • Page 73: Equipment And Accessories

    20. Equipment and Accessories 20.1 Standard Equipment Before using your DL-502/503, first make sure that all the follow-ing products were supplied. • Layout Plan (2 batteries can be placed here) DL-502/503 ..............1 Battery (BDC46B) ............1 Charger (CDC68)............1 Power cable (EDC113A/113B/113C)......1 Hexagonal wrench M2.5 (for circular level)....1...

  • Page 74: Optional Accessory

    20.2 Optional Accessory • Diagonal eyepiece (DE23) The diagonal eyepiece is useful for taking measurements in confined spaces. First remove the standard DL-502/503 eyepiece by turning it counter-clockwise. Then, screw the diagonal eyepiece in place of the standard eyepiece.

  • Page 75: Staffs

    20.3 Staffs • Staff types Name Material Length/Front/Reverse Feature BIS20 Invar 2.0m (6.6ft) ISO 12858-1: Front: RAB code 1999 compatible BIS30 Invar 3.038m (9.8ft) ISO 12858-1: Front: RAB code 1999 compatible high precision leveling BGS40 Glass fiber 4.08m (3 sections) With handle Front: RAB code Reverse: graduated...
  • Page 76 *:RAB code (RAndom Bi-directional code) is a coded staff used with TOPCON digital levels.

  • Page 77: Specifications 21. Specifications

    21. Specifications Except where stated, the following specifications apply to all DLs. Telescope Length 260 mm Objective aperture: DL-502: Ø45mm DL-503: Ø36mm Magnification: DL-502: 32x DL-503: 28x Image: Erect Resolving power: DL-502: 3″ DL-503: 3.5″ Field of view: 1°20′ Minimum focus: 1.5m (5.0 ft)
  • Page 78 Measuring range:*1 Height 0 to 4m (13.3 ft) (with BGS40 staff) 0 to 5m (16.7 ft) (with BGS50 staff) DL-502: 0.0375 to 1.9305m (0.124 to 6.333 ft) (with BIS20 staff) 0.0375 to 2.9725m (0.124 to 9.752 ft) (with BIS30 staff) Distance 1.6 to 100m...
  • Page 79 DL-503: Electronic Measurement 0.8mm (0.03in.) (with BIS20/30) 1.5mm (0.06in.) (with BGS40/50/50G) 1.7mm (0.047in.) (with BAS55) Visual Measurement 2.0mm (0.08in.) (with BGS40/50/50G) 2.5mm (0.06in.) (with BAS55) Distance ±10mm (less than 10m measurement) ±(0.1% x D) (10 to 50m measurement) ±(0.2% x D) (more than 50m measurement) (D: measured distance, unit: m) Measuring modes: Single / Repeat / Average / Tracking /...
  • Page 80 Staff face remains sighted in the reticle throughout the entire waving movement. Power Power supply: Rechargeable Li-ion battery (BDC46B) Battery state indicator: 4 levels Working duration: more than 16 hours (at 25°C) Charging time: about 2.5 hours*4 (using CDC68) (BDC46B) Nominal voltage: 7.2V Storage temperature range:-20 to 35°C (-4 to 95°F)

  • Page 81: Regulations 22. Regulations

    22. Regulations For users in the US WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 82 For users in the Republic of Korea...
  • Page 86 This is the mark of the Japan Surveying Instruments Manufacturers Association. ©2009 TOPCON CORPORATION ALL RIGHTS RESERVED...

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