Spectra Precision FOCUS 35, User Manual

Page 1: ...Version 1 05 Revision D June 2017 Part Number 77781035 User Guide Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station ...

Page 2: ...t to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Devices marked with Part Numbers 78200035 78211035 78201035 78311035 and 78202035 78511035 contain radio module with IC 4492A 2410G The device contains a Bluetooth radio module with IC 9102A TJFBM EUROPE Th...

Page 3: ... IEC 60825 1 2007 and 21 CFR 1040 10 and 1040 11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No 50 dated July26 2007 C WARNING Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous LED or laser radiation exposure As with any bright light source such as the sun electric welding arcs or arc lamps common sense applies DO NOT look into...

Page 4: ...S 35 Total Station is a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT and contains different light sources Distance Measurement and Laser Pointer The Distance Measuring Unit in reflectorless mode and in Laser Pointer mode produces visible Laser light emerging at the centre of the telescope objective Product conforms to Class 3R in accordance with IEC 60825 1 2014 and IEC 60825 1 2007 Safety of laser devices The product ...

Page 5: ...3R instrument in order to minimize the risks of personal injury Only use the instrument s Laser Class 3R function when absolutely necessary Set up the laser beam above or below human eye level wherever practicable Make sure that the area where the Class 3R instruments are used is marked with appropriate laser warning signs Do not measure towards prisms up to 1 000 m 3 280 ft in reflectorless mode ...

Page 6: ...amage To prevent injury or damage Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged Signs of damage include but are not limited to discoloration warping and leaking battery fluid Do not expose the battery to fire high temperature or direct sunlight Do not immerse the battery in water Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather Do not drop or puncture the battery ...

Page 7: ...a burning odor Use the battery only in Spectra Precision equipment that is specified to use it Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the instructions in the product documentation Environmental Information NOTICE FOR Spectra Precision s EUROPEAN UNION CUSTOMERS Spectra Precision is pleased to announce a new recycling program for our European Union customers At Spectra Precision...

Page 8: ...ng 16 Care of the Screens 16 Applying a Screen Protector for the Face 1 Screen if fitted 17 Removing Moisture 17 Transporting the Instrument 17 Servicing 17 3 Getting Started 18 Battery Safety and Environment Information 19 Checking the Instrument Battery Power Supply 20 Charging the Instrument and the Radio Batteries 20 Inserting the Main Battery 22 Inserting the Face 1 Battery if Available 23 Su...

Page 9: ...if available 64 The Laser Pointer 68 Optical Plummet 72 Tribrach Circular Level 73 Measuring the Instrument Height 75 Pre Measurement Check List 77 Connecting to an External Data Collector 77 Connecting with Cable Instrument Version StepDrive and LockNGo 77 Connecting with Radio Instrument Versions Robotic and RX 79 5 Instrument Operation Methods 80 Introduction 81 Conventional Measurements with S...

Page 10: ...pectra Precision Standard Rod 100 Spectra Precision 360 Degree Prism 100 Robotic Components 102 External Radio 102 Cables for External Power Supply and Data Transfer 107 Cable for External Power Supply 107 Cable for Data Transfer 107 Control Unit Screen Protector 108 Telescope Accessories 109 Steep Sighting Prism 109 Transport Case Accessories 109 Carrying Straps 109 Index 110 ...

Page 11: ...some time reading this manual to learn about the special features of this product Related Information For more information about this product please visit our web site at www spectraprecision com Technical Assistance If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation contact your local distributor Product Registration To obtain information regarding updates...

Page 12: ...2 FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 12 C H A P T E R Inspection Care and Maintenance 2 In this chapter Inspecting the Container Instrument Case Care and Maintenance Transporting the Instrument Servicing ...

Page 13: ...quipment for visible damage If damage is found immediately notify the carrier and your Spectra Precision sales representative Keep the container and the packing material for the carrier to inspect Instrument Case When unpacking the instrument check that all ordered items are received Below is an example of where all items can be placed in the instrument case Instrument Case Contents ...

Page 14: ...ment case Item Description Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 instrument Instrument rain cover Instrument case keys x2 User guide CD Warranty Card WEEE information Certificate Notice to users in France Allen key for optical plummet 1 3mm Allen key for EDM Coarse sight 1 5 mm and adjustment key for tribrach bubble Data Collector Cable between instrument and computer Cable between instrument and USB flash d...

Page 15: ... Instrument types FOCUS 35 Robotic 1 FOCUS 35 Robotic 2 FOCUS 35 Robotic 3 FOCUS 35 Robotic 5 FOCUS 35 RX 2 FOCUS 35 RX 3 FOCUS 35 RX 5 FOCUS 35 LockNGo 1 FOCUS 35 LockNGo 2 FOCUS 35 LockNGo 3 FOCUS 35 LockNGo 5 FOCUS 35 StepDrive 1 FOCUS 35 StepDrive 2 FOCUS 35 StepDrive 3 FOCUS 35 StepDrive 5 Contains FCC ID HSW 2410G IC 4492A 2410G 30 2 Ser no 87000001 Part no 78200035 FCC ID YK5 TJF30 IC 9102A...

Page 16: ...ecified with evaporation residue 5mg l is recommended Keep the instrument protected and in an upright position preferably in the instrument case Do not carry the instrument while the instrument is mounted on a tripod Doing so can damage the tribrach screws Do not carry the instrument by the telescope barrel please use the handle When you need extremely precise measurements make sure that the instr...

Page 17: ...nstrument has been used in damp weather take the instrument indoors and remove the instrument from the instrument case Leave the instrument to dry naturally If condensation forms on the lenses allow the moisture to evaporate naturally Leave the carrying case open until all moisture has evaporated Transporting the Instrument Always transport the instrument in a locked instrument case For longer tri...

Page 18: ...3 FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 18 C H A P T E R Getting Started 3 In this chapter Power Supply Instrument Description Connecting the Instrument to an Office Computer Laser Information ...

Page 19: ...ttery leaks avoid contact with the battery fluid If battery fluid gets into your eyes immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention Do not rub your eyes If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid C WARNING Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium ion battery only in strict accordance with the instructions Char...

Page 20: ... is between 0 and 10 one LED is flashing A battery that has a flashing LED might not be able to start the instrument If started with a battery that has a flashing LED the operating time will be between 5 and 15 minutes Charging the Instrument and the Radio Batteries The batteries are supplied partially charged Charge the batteries completely before using it for the first time To charge the batteri...

Page 21: ...USER GUIDE 3 Getting Started 21 Charge the battery before using the total station if the equipment has been stored for longer than six months AC DC Converter Radio Battery Via country specific adapter to mains power DC Input ...

Page 22: ...partment on the side of the instrument This battery can easily be removed and replaced To insert the battery 1 Press gently on the battery release button to open the battery compartment door 2 Slide the battery into the battery compartment with the battery connectors positioned towards the bottom of the instrument Press Open Insert battery with battery gauge to the top ...

Page 23: ...partment This battery can easily be removed and replaced To insert the battery 1 Press gently on the two battery release buttons on either side of the compartment to open the battery compartment door 2 Slide the battery into the battery compartment door with the battery connectors positioned facing upwards 3 Close the battery compartment door ensuring that both battery release buttons click into p...

Page 24: ...rged when the instrument is powered on If you leave the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station idle it goes into suspend mode after 120 minutes by default If the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station has not been restarted when the suspend period default 120 minutes has elapsed the instrument powers down and has to reboot when started again If the internal support module runs low on power the...

Page 25: ...familiarize yourself with the names and the locations of the controls The following image shows the Operator s view of the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station Item Description Coarse sight Focusing servo knob Vertical motion servo knob Horizontal motion servo knob On Off and Trigger key Stylus for touch screen Face1 Control Unit or optional Face 1 Battery Compartment Eyepiece ...

Page 26: ...otal Station Item Description Radio antenna Radio antenna not required in StepDrive and LockNGo models Compartment for instrument battery Face2 Control Unit Optical plummet Optics for tracklight Coaxial optics for angle and distance measurements tracker and laser pointer Connector for both communication COM and power 12 V ...

Page 27: ...rn the instrument Optical Plummet The instrument is equipped with an optical plummet which has 2x magnification and a focusing range of 0 5 m 1 6 ft to infinity The instrument can be positioned to an accuracy of 0 5 mm 0 02 in at 1 5 m 49 ft over a ground mark To focus the crosshair rotate the eye piece To focus the optical plummet to the ground push in or pull out the optical plummet For informat...

Page 28: ...key M on the Face1 side and the Enter key P at the Face2 side Control Unit Face1 if fitted Data entry on the keyboard is similar to that of a mobile phone The A button scrolls between three different states of data entry 123 ABC and abc Multiple presses on one key scrolls through the letters on that key depending on which mode is currently selected The image shows the Control Unit Face1 Keys Descr...

Page 29: ... is volatile and you risk losing data if the power fails 1 GB NAND flash storage memory The NAND flash storage memory is non volatile and protects valuable data and software against memory loss Entering Information Tap once on the Input Panel icon that is located in the Windows CE Taskbar The icon is selection related Keys Function Description M Measurement1 in field software only L Measurement2 i...

Page 30: ...ct Settings Control Panel Input Panel and choose the desired option Touch Screen The LCD screen in Face1 can be viewed easily both in direct sunlight and in overcast conditions It also incorporates a touch interface for navigation Tap elements on the screen with a stylus or your finger Calibrating the Touch Screen If the touch screen does not respond properly when you tap it recalibrate it as foll...

Page 31: ...Settings for display light Face2 and reticle illumination see Settings Face2 Display Backlight Reticle Illumination and Tracklight page 48 Settings Time and Date 1 Tap Start menu and then select Settings Control Panel Date Time 2 Change the date and time as required 3 To accept the new settings tap OK To cancel tap B Note When you attach the instrument to your computer using Microsoft ActiveSync t...

Page 32: ...ey M on the Face1 side and the Enter key P at the Face2 side Telescope Lens rain cover sun shade The Telescope Lens rain cover sun shade protects the objective lens surface while measuring in drizzle or lighter rain The cover works in one Face only The rubber material prevents damage to the internal instrument system itself while unintentional moving between the two faces Fit the objective rain co...

Page 33: ... depending on your computers operating system To download the current version ActiveSync technology https www microsoft com en us download details aspx id 15 Windows Mobile Device Center https www microsoft com en us download details aspx id 14 There are two types of ActiveSync connections The table below summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of each choice Advantages Disadvantages Guest Few...

Page 34: ...Microsoft ActiveSync tecnology or the Windows Mobile Device Center will start automatically depending on the operating system that is installed on your computer Do the following 1 Program ActiveSync starts automatically please follow the dialog 2 If you select No you are set up as a guest and the Select Synchronisation Settings dialog does not appear Go to step Step 4 If you select Yes Spectra Pre...

Page 35: ...g Started 35 3 Click Next to continue 4 Click Finish in the Setup Complete dialog ActiveSync opens 5 To view the files on the Instrument click the Explore icon The file structure looks and functions the same as Windows Explorer on your computer ...

Page 36: ...ble from the instrument To disconnect ActiveSync 1 Double tap the connection icon in the task bar at the bottom of the screen see image below for location of icon B Tip You have to wait a few seconds until the next screen appears 2 Tap Disconnect and then remove the cable For more information about ActiveSync refer to the help or visit the Microsoft website Laser Information For more information s...

Page 37: ...ion FOCUS 35 Total Station The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 distance measuring unit and Laser Pointer has been tested and complies with the regulations for a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT Item Description Distance measurement LockNGo and Laser pointer aperture Tracklight aperture ...

Page 38: ... 3 Getting Started 38 Location of Laser warning label on a Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The laser warning label is located on the top of the distance measuring unit Distance Measurement Unit and Laser Pointer warning label ...

Page 39: ...ON USER GUIDE 3 Getting Started 39 Location of Laser aperture label on a Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The laser aperture label is located on one side of the telescope close to the objective Laser aperture label ...

Page 40: ...E 40 C H A P T E R Setup 4 In this chapter Setup Starting the Instrument Security Instrument Adjustment and Calibration LockNGo Tracker Measuring the Instrument Height Pre Measurement Check List Connecting to an External Data Collector ...

Page 41: ...les then the tripod can be lowered to increase stability 2 Make sure that all the screws on the tripod and or tribrach are tightened to avoid any play 3 Any high quality tripod and tribrach can be used However Spectra Precision strongly recommends the use of tripod heads made of steel aluminium or similar material Tripod heads of fiberglass or other composite materials are not recommended See also...

Page 42: ...ally how different settings can be done in the field software in Face1 Control Unit as well as in the Face2 Control Unit The settings in the Face2 interface are accessible only without starting the field software It is recommended especially if you want to work in Robotic mode When the Windows CE operating system starts select your field software from the start menu Please refer to your Spectra Pr...

Page 43: ...ecision Survey Pro by tapping the Survey Pro icon Note StepDrive motor system and Focus System are already usable at this phase Note If you are using the Spectra Precision Layout Pro software refer to that product s User Guide for information on using the FOCUS 35 total station Face1 screen while starting SP Survey Pro Instrument loads application software Spectra Precision Survey Pro Electronic b...

Page 44: ...en so you have to open or create a new job file In case you close the Quick Shot menu before you open or create a new job Survey Pro will be closed Note If the laser pointer is in use it can be switched OFF in two different ways 1 Switch OFF the laser pointer and the instrument will still stay in reflectorless mode 2 Change from reflectorless mode into prism mode and the instrument will stay in pr...

Page 45: ...limitation a job cannot exceed 25 points Screen Actions and Comments Registration Modules menu After the initial start of Spectra Precision Survey Pro the following menu will appear Please select Register Modules and enter your registration code s How to enter codes Please use the keyboard on the screen to enter registration code Finalizing registration codes ...

Page 46: ...46 Open or create a Job Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu Spectra Precision Survey Pro Select menu File The appropriate menu items appear on the screen e g Open New Menu to work with jobs Select a file with Open or create a New Job with New ...

Page 47: ...ision Survey Pro Version Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu File About Select menu File and menu element About and the software version appears on the screen Survey Pro Version Press the ESC button and the program will return automatically to the Main Menu ...

Page 48: ...racklight Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu Spectra Precision Survey Pro Select instrument Settings by tapping on this icon Menu for Settings Navigate to Lights via drop down menu or toggle through the submenus with D key left or right Menu for Lights Settings Make selections and confirm the settings ...

Page 49: ...ments Start screen Face2 Control Unit After starting the screen will display the Spectra Precision logo and the firmware version The instrument checks for an available connection on the set Radio Channel and Network ID for several seconds and then goes to Waiting state Instrument Status Menu Waiting 1 First function Key description U Change Face N Scroll up O Scroll down P Enter 2 Second function ...

Page 50: ...e field software at the instrument a short P key press or a z key press single beep Indicates Suspend Mode Screen Actions and Comments Instrument Status Menu Waiting Symbol for battery or external power F supply Battery symbol with bars or x indicates battery capacity 75 to 100 50 to 75 25 to 50 less then 25 below 10 ok will be changed to low no function possible For more details and information a...

Page 51: ...PIN code see following page Screen Actions and Comments Leveling Menu Once you have selected the Level menu the electronic bubble appears in Face2 display Note Values always in 0 1 mgon 0 3 mgon 1 0 1 mgon 1 cc Note If there is field software at Control Unit Face1 started this field software controls the Face2 display While using the field software in every menu the Main Menu from the Face2 displa...

Page 52: ...t is locked and the PUK code must be entered see PUK code page 52 When the correct PUK code is entered the PIN code is reset to 0000 and the security PIN code is deactivated PUK code The PUK Personal Unlock Key code is factory set on each instrument and cannot be changed by the user If the PUK code has been lost contact your authorized Spectra Precision distributor to retrieve it 1 If an incorrect...

Page 53: ...isplay always shows measurement results parallel to the Face1 Control Unit 1 SD value from the last measurement jumps to left 2 Symbol Prism or Reflectorless target 3 Symbol moves and shows the measurement progress Different symbols for status LockNGo Note While using the field software in every menu the Main Menu from the Face2 display can be opened with a long P key press Screen Actions and Comm...

Page 54: ...ess Menu Select with a long press of N key the setting menu for Brightness Adjust the Brightness by pressing N or O Confirm the selection with P Brightness range 0 20 Contrast Menu Select with a long press of N key the setting menu for Contrast Adjust the contrast by pressing N or O Confirm the selection with P Contrast range 0 256 F2 Brightness Brightness 9 F2 Contrast Contrast 150 ...

Page 55: ... Screen Actions and Comments Instrument Status Menu Select Main Menu by pressing P Main Menu Navigate with the N or O key in the Main Menu to highlight the item you want to select Confirm a selection by pressing the P key Content See page Exit Radio Parameter page 56 Level bubble page 56 Instrument details page 57 Service menu page 58 Instrument Status Waiting Radio channel 3 Network ID 3 J Main M...

Page 56: ...this menu the cursor jumps to the first digit of the Radio channel first digit is active inverse and with N or O the numbers 0 9 can be selected Press P when number is correct cursor jumps to the next digit After you have selected the last digit for the Radio channel the cursor jumps to the settings for Network ID with the same procedure When last digit of Network ID is confirmed the system jumps ...

Page 57: ...erial number and Firmware version Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu To read Instrument Details press N or O to scroll to Instrument Details and press P Instrument Details Leave the menu by pressing the P key Main Menu Radio Parameter Level Bubble Instrument Details Exit Your definition Serial 87000002 FWVer R 1 4 0 Instrument Details FOCUS 35 Robotic 2 ...

Page 58: ...ion France only Setting See page Exit USB Interface setting page 58 System diagnose page 59 External EDM Frequency page 60 External EDM calibration settings page 60 Drive Mode page 61 Radio configuration page 62 Next Service Date page 62 Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu Service Menu To select Service Menu press N or O to scroll to Service Menu and press P Service Menu USB Interface Settings T...

Page 59: ...scroll to Run system diag and then press P BTip Show system state shows straightaway the most recently obtained diagnose results System diagnose The diagnose program checks all instrument functions During the diagnosis process you may be prompted to turn the instrument knobs and be requested to aim to a prism At the end the program shows the results and offers the possibility to store it Screen Ac...

Page 60: ...ate to all warnings and precautions at Laser Safety page 3 Nominal frequency will be displayed Press P to leave the menu Service Menu Ext EDM Calibration Settings after external EDM calibration Press N or O to scroll to Ext EDM Calibration and press P C WARNING Both values for External EDM Calibration influence the measured distance directly Therefore they must have been determined by means of an ...

Page 61: ... Offset is confirmed the system jumps back with the cursor to the inverse P symbol Press P key a further time the system jumps to Service Menu Service Menu Drive Mode Settings for Drive Mode Drive Mode settings have an effect while using LockNGo Tracker technology for robotic surveying or while changing face Press N and O to scroll to Drive Mode and then press P Drive Mode Press N and O to select ...

Page 62: ... Service Date Setting Next Service date Press N and O to scroll to Next Service date and then press P Next Service date Press P to leave the menu If the Service date is already expired the program offers the possibility to postpone the Next Service date today plus three months This change will be logged internally Screen Actions and Comments Ext EDM Calibration Service Menu Drive mode Radio config...

Page 63: ...perator keep a record of the dates and values measured so that any gross changes can easily be detected Gross changes can indicate the need for a check by an approved service center In all calibrations multiple sightings will be made in both faces to ensure that any minor pointing errors can be eliminated in the accurate determination of current collimation error values All measured collimation an...

Page 64: ... collimation and Trunnion Axis tilt is a two stage process LockNGo Tracker Only on Instruments with LockNGo capability The LockNGo Tracker unit is designed to be coaxial with the instrument cross hairs If for any reason the alignment of the tracker deviates from the line of the telescope cross hairs then errors in position of the point being measured would result For this reason an LockNGo collima...

Page 65: ...ns and Comments Main Menu Spectra Precision Survey Pro Select instrument Settings by tapping on this icon Settings Collimation Navigate to Collimation via drop down menu or toggle through the submenus with D key left or right Select the appropriate adjustment ...

Page 66: ... conditions Make sure to measure with the stated conditions Optical Collimation measurements Make the measurements per the displayed information and confirm and store the values Optical Collimation Trunnion Axis Decide per the displayed information for trunnion axis tilt collimation or confirm and store the new values for optical collimation ...

Page 67: ... screens are Screen Actions and Comments Tracker Collimation start screen Make sure to measure with the stated conditions Compensator Collimation start scree Make the measurements per the displayed information During the process the instrument should be free from vibration and untouched by the user ...

Page 68: ...escope is safe C WARNING Do not try to make the adjustment using a prism see Laser Safety page 3 C WARNING Do not use the Laser Pointer as an aid when searching for prisms see Laser Safety page 3 To avoid faulty measurements using the Laser Pointer use the supplied adjustment target to check the laser alignment regularly and before you attempt precise distance measurements 1 Setup the adjustment t...

Page 69: ...tup 69 Adjusting the Laser Beam 1 Pull out the two plugs from the adjustment ports of the telescope housing The image shows the Laser beam adjustment ports Item Description Vertical pointer adjustment port Horizontal pointer adjustment port ...

Page 70: ...S 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 4 Setup 70 2 To correct the vertical position of the laser spot insert the allen key into the vertical adjustment port and turn it as shown Counter clockwise up Clockwise down ...

Page 71: ... procedure keep the telescope pointing to the adjustment target The adjusting screws are of a high tension because they are self locking The screws tighten automatically after you adjust them 5 Refit the plugs in the adjustment holes Make sure that the plugs are correctly fitted for proper sealing against the cover C CAUTION To keep out moisture and dust make sure that the plugs are correctly fitt...

Page 72: ...relation to the ground mark you must adjust the plummet reticle location 5 Adjust out half of the error with the four adjustments screws on the optical plummet 6 Turn the instrument 200 grads 180 degrees 7 If there is no movement between the inner circle of the optical plummet reticle in relation to the ground mark no further adjustment is needed C CAUTION When adjusting the optical plummet with t...

Page 73: ...vel 1 Level the instrument with the electronic instrument bubble 2 Remove the instrument from the tribrach 3 Use the provided adjustment key and adjust the bubble with the three bubble screws The bubble must be centered Item Description Optical plummet reticle 4x adjustment screws Ground mark ...

Page 74: ...he three adjustment screws it is important that the screws are correctly adjusted When one screw is adjusted the two opposite screw must be adjusted equally in the reverse direction in order to keep the correct tension on the Circular level Do not overtighten the screws Circular Level adjustment ...

Page 75: ... of the instrument The bottom mark is 0 158 m 0 518 ft below the top mark Measure the bottom mark to the top ridge of the mark Instrument height marks When the Spectra Precision Survey Pro is running the software has additional functions that reduce the bottom mark measurement to the required vertical instrument height to the trunnion axis see image below and the following paragraph ...

Page 76: ...8 ft is added to the Hc to obtain the vertical instrument height from the ground mark to the trunnion axis Ih For more information refer to the Spectra Precision Survey Pro documentation Alternatively to obtain an accurate measurement to the top mark Ih you can manually measure the slope distance from the ground to the bottom mark Hm To calculate the total instrument height Ih insert the measured ...

Page 77: ...r the instrument to adjust to the ambient temperature see Setup Stability page 41 Connecting to an External Data Collector Spectra Precision Ranger T41 Nomad and Recon data collectors can be used as data collectors for the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The controller can be connected to the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station via cable or via radio Connecting with Cable Instrument ...

Page 78: ...FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 4 Setup 78 The image shows an External controller connected to the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station with cable for StepDrive and LockNGo measurements ...

Page 79: ...c and RX The data collector is connected directly to the instrument via the internal in radio The image shows an External Data Collector connected to the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station using the radio for robotic measurements Ranger with radio option or Controller with separate radio ...

Page 80: ...OTAL STATION USER GUIDE 80 C H A P T E R Instrument Operation Methods 5 In this chapter Introduction Conventional Measurements with StepDrive Motor System LockNGo Measurement GeoLock Technology Robotic Measurement ...

Page 81: ...repeat manual pointing of the instrument with no end stops Note To obtain the correct point location with the instrument you must aim correctly to the target LockNGo Measurement Combining the StepDrive motor capability with the image based tracking system provides the ability to carry out LockNGo measurements LockNGo enables the instrument to automatically lock on to a prism and then follow it pre...

Page 82: ...ds the robotic roving operator using the GNSS position and a subsequent search is quickly performed to reacquire the target at the robotic rover Robotic Measurement Combining the StepDrive motor capability with the image based tracking system and the radio capability enables the instrument to carry out measurements robotically This enables a single operator to control the instrument and carry out ...

Page 83: ... H A P T E R Instrument Technology 6 In this chapter Angle Measuring Technology Distance Measuring Technology Tracklight StepDrive Motor System and Focus System LockNGo Tracking Technology Power Management Power Supply External Communication ...

Page 84: ... of any mislevelments in excess of 5 5 0 1 grads Corrections for the horizontal angle vertical angle and slope distance are calculated in the field application software and applied to all measurements Compensator Calibration The calibration process involves the instrument automatically reading the compensator value at a series of predetermined positions through the full rotation of the instrument ...

Page 85: ...emperature differs by more than 10 C 18 F from the previous collimation test temperature Immediately prior to high precision angle measurements in one face Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station with LockNGo Tracker A Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station with LockNGo capability can automatically lock and track a prism target as it moves Pointing errors caused by slight misalignment of the in...

Page 86: ...or Angular measurements are observed in both instrument faces the trunnion axis tilt error is calculated and the respective correction value is stored in the instrument The trunnion axis tilt correction value is then applied as a correction to the horizontal angle value Carry out a trunnion axis tilt test in the following situations Whenever the instrument may have been roughly handled during tran...

Page 87: ... based on the phase comparison method The distance unit is coaxial with the line of sight and transmits an intensity modulated optical measuring beam that is reflected by a prism or scattered by a natural surface on which the beam is directed The phase difference between the transmitted light and the reflected received light is detected and represents the distance In prism mode the unit operates a...

Page 88: ...asurement precision A larger measuring area at longer range is generally better because it enables smaller objects such as power lines and antennas to be detected and accurately measured With a smaller measuring area these small objects can be easily missed A smaller measuring area has advantages when measuring tight corners and vertices at close range When observing measurements to a tight corner...

Page 89: ...ted The most accurate solution to measure to tight corners and eliminate errors caused by beam divergence is to use an offset measurement method such as that used in the field application software Do the following 1 Measure two points on the face of the building 2 Aim the instrument at the corner to store the correct horizontal and vertical angle Required distance Required distance Measured distan...

Page 90: ...ogy 90 Offset measurement With offset measurements you can accurately measure difficult locations in reflectorless mode and eliminate beam divergence errors For more information refer to the field application software documentation Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 ...

Page 91: ... the remote joystick control in robotic mode Tracklight consists of a flashing two colored light with each color lying in its own lateral projection sector If the rod holder is to the left of the measuring beam they will see a red flashing light if they are to the right they will see a green flashing light B Tip You can use the tracklight for clearing sight lines and as an aid to find prisms in th...

Page 92: ...system to position the instrument and the telescope and a servo drive to focus the telescope Due to the instrument accuracy it is important to use a high quality tripod and tribrach It is also important to set up the tripod in a position for best stability as shown An unstable setup that could negatively influence the resulting measurement precision Stable setup Unstable setup ...

Page 93: ...ng endless fine adjustment The instrument uses a StepDrive motor system when performing a number of different operations such as turning the horizontal and vertical motion knobs for automatic test and calibration or when using LockNGo Tracker technology for robotic surveying see image below Please see also Settings for Drive Mode page 61 Position StepDrive motion knobs Item Description Vertical mo...

Page 94: ...ment is equipped with a motor focus drive The focus motion knob is on the side of the instrument for easy access The focus knob is connected to a servo motor that is built into the telescope When you turn the focus motion knob the servo motor adjusts the focusing lens Focus motion knob ...

Page 95: ...ormance from the LockNGo tracking technology keep the lens clean and dry The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station LockNGo tracking function The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station can lock onto and track a prism Power Management The power management in the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station instrument can set the instrument to one of three different modes Off Mode On Mode all instru...

Page 96: ...trument will go to Suspend Mode if the battery is low battery capacity less than 5 which enables you to replace the battery within a period of 10 to 15 minutes Without replacing the battery the instrument will go to Off Mode if the battery capacity is less than 2 and any unsaved data will be lost Note During On Mode the Trigger key LED will be on solid Suspend Mode You can resume working from the ...

Page 97: ...ode if the battery capacity is less than 2 Power Supply The power management in the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station has been designed to deliver the most operating time in the field The power management system includes the internal battery optional external power supply and the battery charger Internal Power Supply The primary power supply for the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station ...

Page 98: ... robotic operations The internal radio is a 100 mW radio that operates in the public free 2 4 GHz band The radio uses frequency hopping technology to reduce radio interference and maintain radio communications in even the harshest RF environment The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station radio baud rate is 115200 bps This high baud rate reduces the measurement latency which ensures that a measur...

Page 99: ...R GUIDE 99 C H A P T E R Accessories and Options 7 In this chapter Rod and Prisms Robotic Components Cables for External Power Supply and Data Transfer Control Unit Screen Protector Telescope Accessories Transport Case Accessories ...

Page 100: ...xed target height position Leveling bubble Spectra Precision 360 Degree Prism This is a 360 prism comprising 7x25 mm prisms h 135 mm prism constant 2 mm While using this prism adapter the height can be directly determined at the Spectra Precision standard rod Note The FOCUS 35 total station is a passive tracking device that allows users to measure and track a variety of prisms Necessary prism cons...

Page 101: ...FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 7 Accessories and Options 101 The 360 Degree prism including height adapter ...

Page 102: ...Spectra Precision Nomad and Spectra Precision Recon consists of Controller radio and cable see picture below The Robotic Rod with Nomad and external Radio External Radio An external radio is available as an option for robotic measurements when using a controller not fitted with an internal radio Nomad Recon The external Radio 2 4 GHz uses one 7 4 V li ion battery as power supply This will give the...

Page 103: ... Options 103 External radio 2 4 GHz Global For information regarding charging of the battery see Charging the Instrument and the Radio Batteries page 20 C CAUTION Always remove the battery from the external radio after use Battery Indicator LED COM Port ...

Page 104: ...ION USER GUIDE 7 Accessories and Options 104 Attaching the Battery To fit the battery to the radio 1 Fit the battery to the battery holder 2 Push the battery downwards until the catch clicks in place 1 2 2 3 3 Click Click ...

Page 105: ...ON USER GUIDE 7 Accessories and Options 105 Detaching the Battery To remove the battery from the radio 1 Press the catch towards the radio 2 Slide the battery upwards 3 Pull the battery away from the battery holder 1 2 3 3 ...

Page 106: ...FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 7 Accessories and Options 106 Cable between Data Collector and radio ...

Page 107: ...rnal Power Supply Cable between the car battery and instrument with crocodile clips and Hirose 6 pin Cable 3 0 m 10 ft Cable for Data Transfer Cable from the instrument to PC with Hirose 6 pin and USB A plug Cable 2 5 m 8 ft Cable from the instrument to USB flash card memory with Hirose 6 pin and USB A socket Cable 0 18 m 0 6 ft ...

Page 108: ...ns 108 Control Unit Screen Protector Screen protector set for Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station Control Unit Face1 if available Package consists of two pieces with dust free cloth and installation card Two versions are available ULTRA Clear ANTI Glare ...

Page 109: ...es and Options 109 Telescope Accessories Steep Sighting Prism Steep sighting prism offers a comfortable view while measuring up the zenith distance of 30 degree Transport Case Accessories Carrying Straps Carry Strap for Transport Case two required ...

Page 110: ... 85 Mislevelment 84 Trunnion Axis 86 D Data Storage 29 Transfer 107 Detaching the Battery 105 Disabling the Touch Screen 30 Display Backlight Face1 Control Unit 31 Distance Measurement and Laser Pointer 4 Distance Measuring Technology 87 Drive Mode Settings 61 E Entering Information 29 Environmental Information 7 Europe notices to users 2 External Communication 98 Control Unit 77 EDM Frequency 60 ...

Page 111: ...ting Errors 87 Registration 11 Robotic Components 102 Measurement 82 Rod and Prisms 100 S Safety Information 3 Screen Protector 108 Service date 62 Service menu 58 Servicing 17 Settings after external EDM calibration 60 Time and Date 31 via Face1 Control Unit 43 via Face2 Control Unit 49 Setup Stability 41 Spectra Precision Survey Pro Version 47 Standard Rod 100 Starting the Instrument 42 Steep Si...