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HiPer+Operator’s ManualPart Number 7010-0526Rev A©Copyright Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. April, 2003All 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, or distributed, or otherwise reproduced without express written consent from Topcon.

1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comiTable of ContentsPreface ............................................................... xiTerms and Conditions................................................. xiRegulatory Information .............................................. xivManual Conventions................................................... xviChapter 1Introduction ...................................................... 1-1Overview .................................................................... 1-1Principles of Operation .............................................. 1-2GPS Overview ..................................................... 1-2Calculating Positions .................................... 1-3GPS Positioning ............................................ 1-4Conclusion .................................................... 1-5Receiver Overview .............................................. 1-5Standard Package Contents ........................................ 1-7Cables .................................................................. 1-7Software .............................................................. 1-8Literature ............................................................. 1-9Getting Acquainted .................................................... 1-9Internal Components ........................................... 1-10GPS+ antenna ............................................... 1-10Bluetooth Module ......................................... 1-10Radio Modem ............................................... 1-10Power Board ................................................. 1-12GPS+ receiver board ..................................... 1-12Batteries ........................................................ 1-13External Components .......................................... 1-14Radome ......................................................... 1-14

Table of ContentsTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualiiBottom Panel ................................................ 1-14Front Panel ................................................... 1-15Back Panel .................................................... 1-16Option Authorized File (OAF) .................................. 1-17Chapter 2Configuration ................................................... 2-1Powering the HiPer+ ................................................. 2-2Internal batteries .................................................. 2-2External Batteries ................................................ 2-3Battery Charger ................................................... 2-4Turning On/Off the HiPer+ ................................. 2-4Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer .................... 2-5Establishing a Wireless Connection .................... 2-5Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection .......... 2-7Establishing a USB Cable Connection ............... 2-7Establishing a PC-CDU Connection ................... 2-7HiPer+ Configuration ................................................ 2-10Power Management ............................................ 2-15Charging Internal Batteries .......................... 2-21Checking Internal Battery Status .................. 2-22MINTER Configuration ............................................ 2-22Radio Configuration .................................................. 2-30Configuring a UHF Radio Modem ..................... 2-30Configuring a GSM Radio Modem ..................... 2-40Bluetooth Module Configuration .............................. 2-43Collecting Almanacs ................................................. 2-49Chapter 3Setup and Survey ............................................. 3-1HiPer+ Receiver Setup .............................................. 3-1Set up HiPer+ Receiver ....................................... 3-2Measure Antenna Height .................................... 3-2Collect Data ........................................................ 3-4Surveying with the HiPer+ ........................................ 3-5

Table of Contents1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comiiiStatic Survey ....................................................... 3-5Kinematic Survey ................................................ 3-9Stop and Go Survey ...................................... 3-9Kinematic Continuous .................................. 3-11Real-time Kinematic Survey ............................... 3-12Setting up an RTK Base Station ................... 3-12Setting up an RTK Rover ............................. 3-17Chapter 4Operation .......................................................... 4-1Using the MINTER ................................................... 4-1Power Key ........................................................... 4-2Status LED .......................................................... 4-2Reset Key ............................................................ 4-2FN Key and Record LED .................................... 4-2Battery LED ........................................................ 4-6Modem LED ....................................................... 4-6Information Modes .............................................. 4-7Normal .......................................................... 4-7Extended Information Mode (EIM) ............. 4-7Downloading Files to a Computer ............................. 4-8Deleting Files ............................................................. 4-12Checking an OAF ...................................................... 4-14Loading an OAF ........................................................ 4-17Managing HiPer+ Memory ........................................ 4-18Clearing the NVRAM ................................................ 4-18Using MINTER to Clear NVRAM ..................... 4-19Using PC-CDU to Clear NVRAM ...................... 4-19Changing Receiver Modes ........................................ 4-20Sleep Mode ......................................................... 4-20Zero Power Mode ............................................... 4-20Checking Firmware Version ...................................... 4-21Loading New Firmware ............................................. 4-23Receiver and Power Board Firmware ................. 4-24Bluetooth Module Firmware ............................... 4-27

Table of ContentsTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualivChapter 5Troubleshooting ............................................... 5-1Power Problems ......................................................... 5-2Receiver Problems ..................................................... 5-3Bluetooth Problems ................................................... 5-9Appendix ACreating Scripts ................................................ A-1Appendix BSpecifications .................................................... B-1HiPer+ Specifications ................................................ B-1Connector Specifications ........................................... B-10Radio (Modem) RF Connector ........................... B-10Power Connector ................................................. B-11Serial C-RS232 Connector .................................. B-12USB Connector ................................................... B-13Appendix CSafety Warnings ............................................... C-1General Warnings ...................................................... C-1Internal Battery Pack Warnings ................................. C-2Usage Warnings ......................................................... C-3Appendix DUHF Radio Usage ............................................. D-1Appendix EWarranty Terms .............................................. E-1Index

1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comvList of FiguresChapter 1Introduction ...................................................... 1-1HiPer+ Receiver ............................................................ 1-1HiPer+ Radome ............................................................. 1-14HiPer+ Front Panel ....................................................... 1-15HiPer+ Back Panel ........................................................ 1-16Chapter 2Configuration .................................................... 2-1PC-CDU Main Screen ................................................... 2-8Click File->Connect ...................................................... 2-8Bluetooth and RS232 Connection Parameters .............. 2-9USB Connection Parameters ......................................... 2-9PC-CDU Connection Established ................................. 2-10Configuration->Receiver .............................................. 2-11Receiver Configuration ................................................. 2-11Receiver Configuration – MINTER Tab ...................... 2-12Receiver Configuration – Advanced Tab ..................... 2-13Advanced Configuration – Multipath Reduction .......... 2-13Advanced Configuration – Loop Management ............. 2-14Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 2-14Configuration->Receiver .............................................. 2-15Select Power Mode ....................................................... 2-16Select Charger Mode ..................................................... 2-17Select Power Output Modes – Ports ............................. 2-18Select Power Output Modes – Slots .............................. 2-19View Voltages Information ........................................... 2-19Enable and Apply Power Settings ................................. 2-20

List of FiguresTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualviHiPer+ MINTER .......................................................... 2-22Connection Parameters – MINTER Settings ................ 2-24Configuration->Receiver .............................................. 2-24Receiver Configuration – MINTER Tab ...................... 2-25File->Manual Mode ...................................................... 2-31Manual Mode – Command Responses ......................... 2-32PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen ....................... 2-33PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu ................................. 2-33Set Capture Method->Soft Break ................................. 2-34Click Load .................................................................... 2-34PDL Identification Tab ................................................. 2-35PDL Radio Link Tab .................................................... 2-36PDL Serial Interface Tab .............................................. 2-37PDL – Click Program ................................................... 2-37Click Close then Exit .................................................... 2-38Connection Parameters – Manual Mode Only .............. 2-38Manual Mode Command Responses ............................ 2-39Select a Survey Configuration ...................................... 2-41Base or Rover Radio Configuration ............................. 2-42Set Base or Rover Cell Phone Parameters .................... 2-42Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen ............ 2-44Select Communication Port and Click Connect ........... 2-45BTCONF Identification Tab ......................................... 2-46BTCONF Parameters Tab ............................................. 2-46BTCONF Security Parameters ..................................... 2-47BTCONF Serial Interface Tab ...................................... 2-48Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 2-48Chapter 3Setup and Survey ............................................. 3-1HiPer+ Antenna Offsets ................................................ 3-3Configuration->Receiver->MINTER ........................... 3-7Advanced->Multipath ................................................... 3-8Advanced->Loop Management .................................... 3-8Rover MINTER Configuration ..................................... 3-9

List of Figures1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comviiLegacy-E Base Station Setup ........................................ 3-13Set All Parameters to Defaults ...................................... 3-14Receiver Configuration – Positioning .......................... 3-14Base Tab Configuration ................................................ 3-15Base Configuration – Ports ........................................... 3-16HiPer+ Rover Station Setup .......................................... 3-18Rover Tab Configuration .............................................. 3-19Rover Configuration – Ports ......................................... 3-21PC-CDU Main Screen .................................................. 3-21Chapter 4Operation .......................................................... 4-1MINTER ....................................................................... 4-1Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking ....... 4-9File->File Manager ....................................................... 4-9Find Files to Download ................................................ 4-10Download Files ............................................................. 4-11Download Files – Status Indicators .............................. 4-11Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 4-12Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking ....... 4-12File->Manager .............................................................. 4-13Delete Files ................................................................... 4-13Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 4-14Tools->Receiver Options .............................................. 4-14Option Manager ............................................................ 4-16Load OAF ..................................................................... 4-17Tools->Clear NVRAM ................................................. 4-19Help->About ................................................................. 4-22About PC-CDU ............................................................. 4-22FLoader Main Screen .................................................... 4-23Get Device Type ........................................................... 4-24Program Tab Settings ................................................... 4-25Set Device Type ............................................................ 4-25Program Tab Settings ................................................... 4-26Get Device Type ........................................................... 4-27

List of FiguresTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualviiiProgram Tab Settings ................................................... 4-28Bluetooth Firmware Load Complete ............................ 4-28Appendix BSpecifications .................................................... B-1Power Connector .......................................................... B-11RS232 Connector .......................................................... B-12USB Connector ............................................................. B-13

1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comixList of TablesChapter 1Introduction ...................................................... 1-1Euro Card Options ........................................................ 1-13Chapter 2Configuration .................................................... 2-1Data Recording Parameter Behavior ............................ 2-29Chapter 3Setup and Survey .............................................. 3-1HiPer+ Antenna Offset Measurements ......................... 3-3Chapter 4Operation .......................................................... 4-1FN Key Functions and REC LED Status ...................... 4-4Signal-to-Noise (S/N) “Good” Ratios ........................... 4-7Appendix ACreating Scripts ................................................ A-1Script Commands .......................................................... A-2Appendix BSpecifications .................................................... B-1HiPer+ Specifications ................................................... B-1Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) Modem Connector Specifications ........................................... B-10

List of TablesTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualxSpread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications ........................................... B-10Power Connector Specifications ................................... B-11RS232 Connector Specifications .................................. B-12USB Connector Specifications ..................................... B-13

1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comxiPrefaceThank 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. It is designed to assist owners with the use of the HiPer+ and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”).NOTICEPlease read these Terms and Conditions carefully.Terms and ConditionsPROFESSIONAL USE – This product is designed to be used by a professional. The user is required to be a professional surveyor or have a good knowledge of surveying, in order to understand the user and safety instructions, before operating, inspecting or adjusting. Always wear required safety attire (safety shoes, hard hat, etc.) when operating.COPYRIGHT – All information contained in this Manual is the intellectual property of, and copyrighted material of TPS. All rights are reserved. You may not use, access, copy, store, display, create derivative works of, sell, modify, publish, distribute, or allow any third party access to, any graphics, content, information or data in this Manual without TPS’ express written consent and may only use such information for the care and operation of your HiPer+. The information and data in this Manual are a valuable asset of TPS and are developed by the

PrefaceTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manualxiiexpenditure of considerable work, time and money, and are the result of original selection, coordination and arrangement by TPS.TRADEMARKS – Legacy-E™, LegAnt™, HiPer+™, Topcon® and Topcon Positioning Systems™ are trademarks of TPS. Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Bluetooth™ is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY – EXCEPT FOR ANY WARRANTIES IN APPENDIX D OR A WARRANTY CARD ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT, THIS MANUAL AND THE HIPER+ ARE PROVIDED “AS-IS.” THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES. TPS DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE. TPS AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL OR THE HIPER+. SUCH DISCLAIMED DAMAGES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFIT, SAVINGS OR REVENUE, OR LOSS OF THE PRODUCT’S USE. IN ADDITION TPS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OR COSTS INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH OBTAINING SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS OR SOFTWARE, CLAIMS BY OTHERS, INCONVENIENCE, OR ANY OTHER COSTS. IN ANY EVENT, TPS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES OR OTHERWISE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER

Terms and Conditions1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comxiiiPERSON OR ENTITY IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE HIPER+. LICENSE AGREEMENT – Use of any computer programs or software supplied by TPS or downloaded from a TPS website (the “Software”) in connection with the HiPer+ constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions in this Manual and an agreement to abide by these Terms and Conditions. The user is granted a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use such Software under the terms stated herein and in any case only with a single HiPer+ or single computer. 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. You agree to destroy the Software and manual upon termination of your use of the HiPer+. All ownership, copyright and other intellectual property rights in and to the Software belong to TPS. If these license terms are not acceptable, return any unused software and manual.CONFIDENTIALITY – This Manual, its contents and the Software (collectively, the “Confidential Information”) are the confidential and proprietary information of TPS. You agree to treat TPS’ Confidential Information with a degree of care no less stringent that the degree of care you would use in safeguarding your own most valuable trade secrets. Nothing in this paragraph shall restrict you from disclosing Confidential Information to your employees as may be necessary or appropriate to operate or care for the HiPer+. Such employees must also keep the Confidentiality Information confidential. In the event you become legally compelled to disclose any of the Confidential Information, you shall give TPS immediate notice so that it may seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy.

PrefaceTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualxivWEBSITE; OTHER STATEMENTS – No statement contained at the TPS website (or any other website) or in any other advertisements or TPS literature or made by an employee or independent contractor of TPS modifies these Terms and Conditions (including the Software license, warranty and limitation of liability). SAFETY – Improper use of the HiPer+ can lead to injury to persons or property and/or malfunction of the product. The HiPer+ should only be repaired by authorized TPS warranty service centers. Users should review and heed the safety warnings in Appendix C.MISCELLANEOUS – The above Terms and Conditions may be amended, modified, superseded, or canceled, at any time by TPS. The above Terms and Conditions will be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California, without reference to conflict of laws.Regulatory InformationThe following sections provide information on this product’s compliance with government regulations.FCC Class B ComplianceThis 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, and2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential

Regulatory Information1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comxvinstallations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television equipment reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by on or more of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Move the equipment away from the receiver.• Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is powered.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.CAUTIONAny changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate such equipment.Canadian Emissions Labeling RequirementsThis Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

PrefaceTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s ManualxviManual ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:Example DescriptionFile->Exit Click the File menu and click Exit.Enter Press or click the button or key labeled Enter.OR Alternate procedure for this step.AND Follow this step, but include this information, enable this function, or change this property.TIPSupplementary information that can help you configure, maintain, or set up a system.NOTICESupplementary information that can have an affect on system operation, system performance, measurements, or personal safety.CAUTIONNotification that an action has the potential to adversely affect system operation, system performance, data integrity, or personal health.

Manual Conventions1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.comxviiWARNINGNotification that an action will result in system damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal injury.DANGERUNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS ACTION BE PERFORMED.

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Chapter 11-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-1IntroductionThis chapter describes:• The HiPer+ (Figure 1-1)• GPS/GLONASS and your receiver• Common HiPer+ functions• Standard package contents and configurations• HiPer+ components• The Option Authorized File (OAF)Figure 1-1. HiPer+ ReceiverOverviewTopcon Positioning System’s HiPer+ is a dual-frequency, GPS+ receiver built to be the most advanced and compact receiver for the surveying market. The HiPer+ is a multi-function, multi-purpose receiver intended for precision markets. Precision markets means markets for equipment, subsystems, components

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-2and software for surveying, construction, commercial mapping, civil engineering, precision agriculture and land-based construction and agriculture machine control, photogrammetry mapping, hydrographic and any use reasonably related to the foregoing.The HiPer+ can receive and process both L1 and L2 signals, improving the accuracy of your survey points and positions. The GPS+ component of HiPer+ receivers means you can access both the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites of the United States, and the GLONASS (Global Navigation Satellite System) satellites of the Russian Federation, increasing the number of satellites your receiver can detect, thus improving the accuracy of your survey points, increasing productivity, and reducing cost.The dual-frequency and GPS+ features of the HiPer+ combine to provide the only real time kinematic (RTK) system accurate for short and long baselines. Several other features, including multipath mitigation and co-op tracking, provide under-canopy and low signal strength reception. The HiPer+ receiver provides the functionality, accuracy, availability, and integrity needed for fast and easy data collection.Principles of OperationSurveying with the right GPS receiver can provide users accurate and precise positioning, a requirement for any surveying project.This section gives an overview of GPS and receiver functions to help you understand and apply GPS principles, allowing you to get the most out of your receiver.GPS OverviewThe Global Positioning System (GPS), run by the United States Department of Defense (DoD), is a network of up to 28 satellites (at time of printing) orbiting the earth every 12 hours. The Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), is the Russian Federation Ministry of Defense counterpart to

Principles of Operation1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-3GPS. At any one time, with a standard 15 degree angle, up to 10 or 12 GPS satellites are visible from any point on earth. When a receiver can also track GLONASS satellites, between 10 and 16 satellites are visible.The GPS and GLONASS network has three components:• Space – GPS and GLONASS satellites orbiting approximately 12,000 nautical miles above Earth and are equipped with a clock and radio. These satellites broadcast digital information (ephemerides, almanacs, time frequency corrections, etc.).• User – The community and military that use GPS/GLONASS receivers and the corresponding satellites to calculate positions.• Control – Ground stations located around the Earth that upload data, including clock corrections and new ephemerides (satellite positions as a function of time), to ensure the satellites transmit data properly.GPS receivers use ephemeris and almanac data to calculate accurate positions, and the positions of your survey points.Calculating PositionsOnce the receiver locks on to a satellite, it starts recording measurements and receiving the various digital information (ephemeris, almanac, and so on) the satellites broadcast. To calculate a position, receivers use the following basic formula:Velocity x Time = DistanceWhere Velocity is the speed at which radio waves travel (i.e., the speed of light) and Time is the difference between the signal transmission time and signal reception time.To calculate absolute 3-D positions—latitude, longitude, altitude—the receiver must lock on to four satellites. In a

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-4mixed, GPS and GLONASS scenario, receiver’s must lock onto at least five satellites to obtain an absolute position. To provide fault tolerance using only GPS or only GLONASS, the receiver must lock onto a fifth satellite. Six satellites will provide fault tolerance in mixed scenarios. Usually, the number of GPS and GLONASS satellites in view does not exceed twenty (20).Once locked on to a satellite, the receiver collects ephemerides and almanacs, saving this information to its NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM).• GPS and GLONASS satellites broadcast ephemeris data cyclically, with a period of 30 seconds. • GPS satellites broadcast almanac data cyclically with a period of 12.5 minutes; GLONASS satellites broadcast almanac data cyclically with a period of 2.5 minutes.GPS PositioningCalculating an accurate position requires the following three elements:• Accuracy – The accuracy of a position depends upon the number, signal integrity, and placement (also known as Dilution of Precision, or DOP) of satellites.–Differential GPS (DGPS) strongly mitigates atmospheric and orbital errors, and counteracts anti-spoofing signals the US Department of Defense transmits with GPS signals.–The more satellites in view, the stronger the signal, the lower the DOP number, providing more accurate positioning.• Availability – The availability of satellites affects the calculation of valid positions. The more visible

Principles of Operation1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-5satellites available, the more valid and accurate the position. Natural and man-made objects can block, interrupt, and weaken signals, lowering the number of available satellites.• Integrity – Fault tolerance allows a position to have greater integrity, increasing accuracy. Several factors combine to provide fault tolerance, including:–Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM) detects faulty GPS and GLONASS satellites and removes them from the position calculation.–Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) creates and transmits DGPS correction messages.–Five or more visible satellites for only GPS or only GLONASS; six or more satellites for mixed scenarios.–Current ephemerides and almanacs.–Several algorithms to detect and correct faulty information.ConclusionSurveyors can use Topcon GPS+ receivers to collect data from a network of satellites and control stations to triangulate precise points anywhere on Earth. This overview simply outlines the basics of GPS and GLONASS positioning. For more detailed information, visit the TPS website (www.topconps.com/gpstutorial/).Receiver OverviewWhen power is turned on and the receiver self-test completes, the receiver’s 40 channels initialize and begin tracking visible GPS and GLONASS satellites. Each of the receiver’s channels can be used to track C/A-L1, P-L1, or P-L2 signals. The number of channels available allows the

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-6receiver to track simultaneously all visible GPS and GLONASS satellites at any time and location. The combination GPS and GLONASS (GPS+) antenna receives the different signals for processing.An internal GPS+ antenna equipped with an optional low noise amplifier (LNA) and the receiver’s radio frequency (RF) device are connected with a coaxial cable. The wide-band signal received is down-converted, filtered, digitized, and assigned to different channels. The receiver processor controls the process of signal tracking.Once the signal is locked in the channel, it is demodulated and necessary signal parameters (carrier and code phases) are measured. Also, broadcast navigation data are retrieved from the navigation frame. After the receiver locks on to four or more satellites, it is possible to solve the so-called “absolute positioning problem” and compute the receiver’s coordinates and time (in WGS-84). All this information is stored in the receiver’s memory, which can be downloaded later onto a computer and processed using a post-processing software package. When the receiver is run in RTK mode, raw data measurements can also be recorded into the receiver’s internal memory. This allows the operator to double check real-time results obtained in the field.Capabilities of the HiPer+ receiver include:• Co-Op Tracking• Multipath reduction• Wide area augmentation system (WAAS)• Adjustable phase locked loop (PLL) and delay lock loop (DLL) parameters• Dual-frequency static, kinematic, real-time kinematic (RTK), and differential GPS (DGPS) survey modes

Standard Package Contents1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-7• Auto data logging• Setting different mask angles• Setting different survey parameters• Static or dynamic modesStandard Package ContentsThe HiPer+ comes in a typical real-time kinematic (RTK) package with a Legacy-E as the Base Station and the HiPer+ as the Rover (also, refer to the re-packaging instruction card). The contents of this package include:•HiPer+• Legacy-E GPS receiver• LegAnt-2 flat ground plane antenna• UHF Base radio kit• LitePole• Tripod, tribrach, and adapter• Pinnacle or Topcon Tools software• Cables and cords• LiteratureCablesStandard package cables include:• Receiver-to-computer RS232 serial cable• Receiver-to-SAE power cable• SAE-to-SAE cable extension• Alligator clips-to-SAE cable• Power/charger cable• Power supply W/48” SAFECO connector

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-8SoftwareStandard HiPer+ software includes:• PC-CDU – controller software that can run on a Windows-based computer. Please refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for detailed information on this software.• GPS radio configuration software – third party software, such as PDLCONF from Pacific Crest.• Topcon Tools – Topcon’s post-processing software.Software and software information are also available on the Topcon website (www.topcongps.com/software/index.html or http://www.topcongps.com/software/3rdparty.html).The following software will also be useful for operating, caring for and using your HiPer+ receiver, and may be required for some applications.• FLoader – Topcon’s firmware loader; available on the Topcon website.• PDLCONF from Pacific Crest – radio configuration program included with Base station package; firmware upgrades available from the Pacific Crest website (www.paccrst.com/download/upgrade.htm).• BTCONF – Topcon’s Bluetooth module configuration program; available on the Topcon website.• TopSURV – Topcon’s field data collection software; among many other functions, can be used to configure the radio/modem.• Survey Pro GPS – optional third-party software for data collection and display; contact your TPS dealer.• Carlson SurvCE – optional third-party software for data collection; contact your TPS dealer.

Getting Acquainted1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-9LiteratureHiPer+ literature includes:• One year warranty card• HiPer+ Operator’s Manual• Functional specifications• Packaging instruction cardManuals and other product information are also available on the Topcon website—www.topcongps.com/hardware/index.html (then click on the appropriate product).The following manuals will also be useful for operating and caring for your HiPer+ receiver. These are available on the Topcon website (www.topcongps.com/support/manuals.html).• PC-CDU User’s Manual• FLoader User’s Manual• MINTER User’s ManualGetting AcquaintedThe HiPer+ is 158.5mm wide, 173mm deep, 113mm high, and weighs 1.72kg. The receiver’s advanced design allows users to reduce the number of cables required for receiver operation, allowing the user to perform jobs more reliably and efficiently, especially when the receiver is moving.The HiPer+ is also versatile and can be configured in several different ways. The casing allocates space for two nonremovable, on-board Li-Ion batteries, a Bluetooth™1 wireless technology module, and two Euro cards. One of those cards is the GPS+ 1. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license.

Getting Acquainted1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-11with the reference station information (i.e., location and description) to the rover modem.Your HiPer+ may be equipped with one of the following communication boards (however, your receiver may also be configured without a radio/modem):• UHF modem – a Pacific Crest PDL (Positioning Data Link) modem; either a 450–470 MHz or 430–450 MHz; receiving only.• Spread Spectrum – either a 915 MHz or 2.4 GHz modem.• GSM – dual-band, dual-user cell phone frequency modem (Europe and Japan: 900/1800 MHz; USA and Canada: 900/1900 MHz).• Broadcast data receiver – a TPS-BDR communication board for receiving differential corrections from DGPS radio beacons and geostationary L-band satellites broadcasting OmniStar® data.The Base station operator is responsible for complying with local regulations for radio operation. In the US, the FCC regulates the use of radio transmitters, requiring a license. Broadcasting without a license can result in severe penalties including the confiscation of your radio and GPS+ equipment. Please call TPS Customer Support if you need advice on obtaining the proper license in the USA.The internal PDL radio modem comes with a number of preset frequencies programmed at TPS.WARNINGThe use of these preset frequencies without a license is illegal. Contact your local

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-12authorities (the FCC in the US) to use these preset frequencies.Once the FCC, or your local authority issues, the proper licenses, your TPS dealer will program your PDL radios (Base and Rover) to enable communications.Complete information regarding your radio system can also be found in the Pacific Crest radio manuals.Power BoardThe internal power board manages receiver power and battery charging, and is connected to the receiver board and the batteries. The power board receives power from the internal batteries, even when the receiver is turned off. This feature allows the internal batteries to charge, regardless of the receiver’s status (on or off). To prevent the batteries from discharging when the receiver is stored, put the receiver in Zero Power Mode (see “Zero Power Mode” on page 4-20 for more information). The batteries will not charge in this mode.The power board’s processor and firmware are independent of the receiver card. To ensure firmware compatibility, the GPS receiver board and power board must be loaded with firmware from the same package.GPS+ receiver boardThe HiPer+ is supplied with a Euro-112 card capable of processing GPS L1/L2 and GLONASS L1/L2 signals.

Getting Acquainted1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-13Table 1-1 lists the options available for this card.A WAAS-enabled TPS receiver allows simultaneous tracking of two WAAS satellites. Each of the WAAS satellites is allocated its own channel.BatteriesThe HiPer+ receiver is equipped with two nonremovable, on-board, rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery packs connected to the receiver’s power board. Each one of these Lithium-Ion battery packs is 7.4 V and 3 Ah, giving you a total power of 7.4 V, nominal, and 6 Ah when fully charged.With a full charge, the internal batteries should power both the GPS receiver and the PDL radio modem for at least 11.5 working hours. If the internal radio modem is turned off, the GPS receiver should run at least 13.5 hours with fully charged on-board batteries.The Li-Ion batteries used in the HiPer+ should run at no less than 98% capacity after 500 charging cycles. These batteries do not need to be drained before recharging.A battery charger (AC adapter) is included with the standard package. See Appendix B for technical specifications on the battery.Table 1-1. Euro Card OptionsEuro Card Model Available OptionsEuro-112 (HE_GGD) G: GPS L1GD: GPS L1/L2GG: GPS/GLONASS L1GGD: GPS/GLONASS L1/L2

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-14External ComponentsThe HiPer+ casing includes a connector for modem antenna attachment, a user interface, a power port, and ports for configuration.RadomeFigure 1-2 shows the radome components.Figure 1-2. HiPer+ Radome• Internal antenna – Location of GPS/GLONASS internal antenna.• Modem antenna connector – Modem antenna connector used for internal modem RF connection. This is a BNC female connector for Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, or a TNC female connector for spread spectrum and GSM modems.Bottom Panel• Receiver serial number• Receiver part number• Antenna Reference Point (ARP)

Getting Acquainted1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-15Front Panel Figure 1-3 shows the front panel components.Figure 1-3. HiPer+ Front Panel• MINTER – The Minimum INTERface for the HiPer+ receiver. The MINTER consists of two keys and four, three-color LEDs. See “Using the MINTER” on page 4-1 for descriptions and usages of the MINTER components.• Reset – Pressing this key performs a hard reset for both the receiver board and the power board. Once this key is pressed, the controllers governing the receiver board, power board, and Bluetooth module reboot and the device restarts.This key can be used to leave Zero Power Mode or if the receiver does not respond to commands. See “Using the MINTER” on page 4-1 for details.• Four serial ports:–Port A used for communication between HiPer+ and a controller or any other external device.–Port B used internally to connect the receiver board with the Bluetooth module.ABCDUSB PowerResetMINTER

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-16NOTICEChanging the receiver’s Port B default settings will affect the Bluetooth link. The default settings for Port B are: 115200 bps, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no handshaking.–Port C used internally to connect the modem and receiver boards.–Port D used for communication between the receiver and an external device.• PWR – The power input port to which an external power source (+6 to +28 V DC) is connected and where the unit is charged.• USB – Used for high-speed data transfer and communication between the receiver and an external device.• Slant height measure mark (SHMM)Back Panel Figure 1-4 shows the back panel components.Figure 1-4. HiPer+ Back Panel• Vent plug – Equalizes the pressure between the inside of the receiver and the outside environment.• Slant height measure mark (SHMM)Slant Height Measure MarkVent Plug

Option Authorized File (OAF)1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com1-17Option Authorized File (OAF)Topcon Positioning Systems issues an Option Authorized File (OAF) to enable the specific options that customers purchase. An Option Authorized File allows customers to customize and configure the HiPer+ according to particular needs, thus only purchasing those options needed. Typically, all HiPer+ receivers ship with a temporary OAF that allows the receiver to be used for a predetermined period of time. When the receiver is purchased, a new OAF activates desired, purchased options permanently. Receiver options remain intact when clearing the NVRAM or resetting the receiver.The OAF enables the following kinds of functions. For a complete list of available options and details, visit the TPS website (www.topcongps.com/tech/index) or consult your TPS dealer.• Type of signal (standard L1; optional L2)• Memory (standard 0MB; optional 1MB up to 96MB)• Update rate standard 1Hz (optional 5, 10, or 20Hz)• RTK at 1Hz, 5Hz, 10Hz, and 20Hz• RTCM/CMR Input/Output•Event marker• Co-Op tracking• Advanced multipath reduction• Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS)• Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM)• 1 PPS (Pulse-Per-Second; a timing signal)

IntroductionTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual1-18Notes:

Chapter 21-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-1ConfigurationThis chapter describes:• HiPer+ power supply• Connecting the receiver and a computer• HiPer+ configuration• Minimum INTERface (MINTER) configuration• Radio configuration• Bluetooth module configuration• Collecting almanacsBefore you can use your HiPer+ receiver, you need to:1. Charge the batteries. See “Powering the HiPer+” on page 2-2.2. Configure the various parts of your receiver. See:• “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5,• “HiPer+ Configuration” on page 2-10,• “MINTER Configuration” on page 2-22, • “Radio Configuration” on page 2-30 (if applicable), and• “Bluetooth Module Configuration” on page 2-43.3. Collect an almanac. See “Collecting Almanacs” on page 2-49.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-2Powering the HiPer+You can power the HiPer+ using:• Internal batteries• External batteries• A battery chargerInternal batteriesWith a full charge, the HiPer+ internal batteries should power both the GPS receiver, the Bluetooth module, and the PDL radio modem for at least 11.5 working hours. If the internal radio modem is turned off, the HiPer+ GPS receiver should run at least 13.5 hours with fully charged on-board batteries.1. Plug the power/charger cable into the power input port.2. Plug the power/charger cable into an available outlet.CAUTIONUse a grounded, main socket outlet.3. Press the Reset key on the receiver. This will ensure that the receiver is in Normal mode for charging. The receiver will not charge in Zero Power Mode (see “Zero Power Mode” on page 4-20 for more information).4. Leave overnight. A six-hour charge will charge the batteries about 90%. A seven-hour charge will fully charge the receiver. The internal batteries cannot be overcharged.The speed of the charge depends on the Power and Charger settings on the PC-CDU Receiver Configuration screen, and whether the receiver is turned off or on. See “Power Management” on page 2-15 for more information on these settings.

Powering the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-3The Li-Ion batteries used in the HiPer+ should run at no less than 98% capacity after 500 charging cycles. These batteries do not need to be drained before recharging.External BatteriesIn addition to the internal batteries, you can use your HiPer+ with external batteries. The use of external batteries allows you to continue using the receiver in case the internal batteries are discharged. To use external batteries, you must have:• a 12 V, 2.3 A*h battery• a 2.3 A*h battery clip-to-SAE cable• an SAE-to-Power Plug cable NOTICEWhen the receiver uses external batteries, make sure that the charger mode is set to Off. Otherwise, the external batteries will also charge internal batteries, causing operation time to decrease. See “Power Management” on page 2-15 for more information on setting the charger mode.1. Connect the two cables using the SAE connectors.2. Plug the power cable into the HiPer+ power port.3. Attach the battery clip to the battery. A single external 12 V, 2.3 A*h battery should run the HiPer+ for about 7 hours and the HiPer+ and modem for no less than 5 hours.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-4TIPYou can also use an SAE-to-SAE extension cable and an Alligator clip-to-SAE cable, and power your HiPer+ directly from a battery, such as the battery used to power your Base radio or similar battery. Battery ChargerThe same charger used to charge the internal batteries can be used as an external power supply for the HiPer+ receiver. The charger is provided with the receiver package.1. Connect the battery charger to the power port on the HiPer+ front panel.2. Plug the charger into a 110/220 V outlet. The power input for your battery charger should be AC between 90 and 264 V 1A (110 V AC) and between 47 Hz and 63 Hz. The battery charger outputs DC 12 V 2.5 A (30 W).Turning On/Off the HiPer+To turn On the receiver, press the green power key for about 0.5 seconds and release it. NOTICEIf the receiver does not turn on, it may be in Zero Power Mode. See “Zero Power Mode” on page 4-20 for more information.To turn Off the receiver, press the green power key for more than one and less than four seconds (until both the STAT and the REC LEDs turn off). This delay (about 1 second) will prevent the receiver from being turned off by mistake.

Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-5Connecting the HiPer+ and a ComputerTo configure, manage files, or maintain the HiPer+, you need to connect the receiver and a computer using:• The HiPer+, a Bluetooth-enabled external device (computer), and PC-CDU.OR• The HiPer+, an RS232 cable, a computer, and PC-CDU.OR• The HiPer+, a USB cable, a computer with the TPS USB driver installed, and PC-CDU.Once you have established a connection between the receiver and the computer (whether through Bluetooth wireless technology, the RS232 cable, or the USB cable), you will be able to:• Configure the receiver and its components• Send commands to the receiver• Download files from the receiver’s memory• Load new firmware, OAFs, and configuration files to a receiverEstablishing a Wireless ConnectionThe HiPer+ receiver contains Bluetooth wireless technology that allows file transfer and synchronization between the receiver and any other external device that supports Bluetooth wireless technology; for example, an IPAQ, or a computer with USB-to-Bluetooth adapter or PCMCA-to-Bluetooth adapter installed.NOTICEChanging the receiver’s Port B default settings will affect the Bluetooth link. The default

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-6settings for Port B are: 115200 bps, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no handshaking.The HiPer+ and external device connection procedure varies slightly depending on the type of external device used. In general, the connection procedure is as follows:NOTICERefer to your Bluetooth-enabled external device documentation for more detailed connection information.1. Turn on a Bluetooth-enabled external device and your receiver. The default external device mode is Master; the receiver’s Bluetooth module mode is Slave.2. Instruct the external device (Master) to search for the receiver (Slave). 3. Once the Master device detects the receiver, use the procedure described in the external device’s documentation to connect it with the receiver.4. Once connected, continue with Step 1 in “Establishing a PC-CDU Connection” on page 2-7.If you cannot establish a connection, check that the receiver’s slot 3 is enabled. 1. Connect your receiver and a computer using an RS232 cable (see “Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection” on page 2-7).2. Click Configuration->Receiver->General.3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, ensure the Slot 3 (B) check box is enabled.

Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-7Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection1. Using the RS232 cable, connect the serial port of your computer (usually COM1) to the receiver’s serial port A.2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on.3. Continue with Step 1 in “Establishing a PC-CDU Connection” on page 2-7.Establishing a USB Cable ConnectionMake sure you have installed Topcon’s USB driver (available from http://www.topcongps.com/software/updates.html) before continuing.1. Using the USB cable, connect the USB port on the receiver to a USB port on the computer.2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on.3. Continue with Step 1 in “Establishing a PC-CDU Connection” on page 2-7.Establishing a PC-CDU ConnectionPC-CDU is a Personal Computer-Control Display Unit software used to manage the various functions of your receiver. The full range of PC-CDU configuration and function is outside the scope of this manual. For more information on any of the procedures in this section or on PC-CDU, refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual available on the TPS website.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-81. Once the receiver and a computer are connected, start PC-CDU on your computer. The PC-CDU main screen displays (Figure 2-1).Figure 2-1. PC-CDU Main ScreenNotice that the lower-left hand corner shows the receiver status as “Disconnected”.2. Click File->Connect (Figure 2-2).Figure 2-2. Click File->Connect3. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, select the following parameters for Bluetooth or RS232 connections and click Connect (Figure 2-3 on page 2-9):• Set the Connection mode (Direct).• Set the port for your computer (typically COM1) from the Port drop-down list.• Set the communication rate between the receiver and the computer (usually 115200) from the Baud rate drop-down list.

Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-9Figure 2-3. Bluetooth and RS232 Connection ParametersORSelect the following parameters for USB connections (Figure 2-4) and click Connect:• Set the Connection mode (Direct).• Set the port for your computer (USB) from the Port drop-down list.• Select the receiver’s ID from the Rec ID drop-down list.Figure 2-4. USB Connection Parameters

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-10Once a PC-CDU connection with the receiver has been established, the current communications settings—such as, port name, baud rate (if applicable), and flow control (if applicable)—display in the lower-left corner of the main window of PC-CDU. A timer begins to count up in the lower-right corner as well (Figure 2-5).Figure 2-5. PC-CDU Connection EstablishedHiPer+ ConfigurationYou use PC-CDU to configure the various parts of the HiPer+ receiver. Any settings you make using PC-CDU will be saved in the receiver’s memory, and will be reflected when you use the MINTER. The full range of PC-CDU configuration and function is outside the scope of this manual. TIPRefer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual to manage all possible HiPer+ receiver configurations.The following configuration is recommended for the most common applications. However, you can select configuration parameters as needed for your particular jobsite.

HiPer+ Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-11NOTICEClick Apply after making any configuration change, otherwise your receiver will not accept the change.1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.2. Once connected, click on Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-6).Figure 2-6. Configuration->ReceiverThe Receiver Configuration dialog box displays (Figure 2-7).Figure 2-7. Receiver Configuration3. Click the MINTER tab, configure the following settings, and click Apply (Figure 2-8 on page 2-12).• Set the Recording interval in seconds.• Set the Elevation mask for Log file in degrees.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-12• Enter the File name prefix. Use the last three digits of the receiver serial number. The receiver’s serial number and part number can be found on the bottom panel of the receiver.Figure 2-8. Receiver Configuration – MINTER TabIf your jobsite is in an area that has obstructions (buildings, trees, etc.), and/or the antenna location is near reflective objects, configure the receiver to reduce errors from these sources.WARNINGDo not make other changes without consulting the PC-CDU User’s Manual.

HiPer+ Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-134. Click the Advanced tab on the Receiver Configuration screen (Figure 2-9).Figure 2-9. Receiver Configuration – Advanced Tab5. Click the Multipath Reduction tab, enable the following boxes, and click Apply (Figure 2-10).• Code multipath reduction• Carrier multipath reductionFigure 2-10. Advanced Configuration – Multipath Reduction

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-146. Click the Loop Management tab, enable the following boxes, and click Apply (Figure 2-11).• Enable Co-Op tracking• Static ModeFigure 2-11. Advanced Configuration – Loop Management7. Click OK to close the Receiver Configuration screen.8. Click on File->Disconnect, then File->Exit to quit PC-CDU (Figure 2-12).Figure 2-12. Click Disconnect then Exit

HiPer+ Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-15NOTICEDisconnecting the receiver from the computer before exiting will eliminate any possible conflict in the management of your serial ports.Once the receiver is configured, the configuration will remain until you change it either using PC-CDU or clearing the NVRAM.Power ManagementYou can use Topcon’s PC-CDU software to manage your receiver’s power. The complete description of PC-CDU exceeds the scope of this manual, but can be found in the PC-CDU User’s Manual. The latest copy of this software and the manual can be downloaded from the TPS website.To access the tab controlling the power settings of your receiver, take the following steps: 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.2. Once connected, click Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-13).Figure 2-13. Configuration->Receiver

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-163. Select the Power Mode drop-down list to set the desired power source (Figure 2-14). Current Mode displays the current power source.Figure 2-14. Select Power Mode• Auto – receiver will automatically select the power source.• Mix – receiver will automatically detect and start consuming power from the source with the largest voltage.• Battery A – receiver will consume power from battery A.• Battery B – receiver will consume power from battery B.• External – receiver will use an external power supply.

HiPer+ Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-174. Select the Charger Mode drop-down list to set the desired charger mode (Figure 2-15). Current Mode displays the charging battery: a, b, or none (off).Figure 2-15. Select Charger Mode• Off – receiver will not charge batteries.• Charge A – receiver will charge only battery A.• Charge B – receiver will charge only battery B.• Auto – receiver will automatically detect and charge both batteries.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-185. Select the Power output modes Ports drop-down list to set power output on the serial ports (Figure 2-16).Figure 2-16. Select Power Output Modes – Ports• On – the power board will deliver voltage on pin one of all serial port connectors when the receiver is turned on. If the receiver is turned off, there will not be any power on the ports.• Off – the power will be absent even if the receiver is turned on.• Always – the power board will deliver voltage on pin one of all serial port connectors even if the receiver is turned off.

HiPer+ Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-196. Select the Power output modes Slots drop-down list to set power output on internal slots (Figure 2-17).Figure 2-17. Select Power Output Modes – Slots• On – all slots are powered if the receiver is turned on.• Off – internal slots will not be powered even if the receiver is turned on.• Always – internal slots will be powered even if the receiver is turned off.7. View the Voltages information (Figure 2-18).Figure 2-18. View Voltages Information

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-20• External – displays the external power supply’s voltage.• On Board – displays the voltage drawn by the receiver board.• Battery A – displays the voltage of battery A.• Battery B – displays the voltage of battery B.• Charger – displays the charger’s output voltage during battery charging.8. Select and check each of the Turn on/off Slots check boxes to enable the corresponding internal slots (Figure 2-19).9. Select and check the Enable Low Power Mode check box to put the receiver’s processor into low power consumption mode (Figure 2-19).Figure 2-19. Enable and Apply Power Settings10. Click Apply.

HiPer+ Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-21Charging Internal BatteriesUse one of the following conditions for maximum battery charge speed.• The receiver is turned off. Power Mode and Charger Mode are set to Auto. See “Power Management” on page 2-15 for setting these parameters.• The receiver is turned on. Power Mode is set to External and Charger Mode is set to Auto.1. Plug the power/charger cable into the power input port.2. Plug the power/charger cable into an available outlet.3. Press the Reset key on the receiver. This will ensure that the receiver is in Normal mode for charging. The receiver will not charge in Zero Power Mode (see “Zero Power Mode” on page 4-20 for more information).4. Leave overnight. A six-hour charge will charge the batteries about 90%. A seven-hour charge will fully charge the receiver. The internal batteries cannot be overcharged.5. When finished charging, set Power Mode to Auto.NOTICEIf you remove a power supply cable before setting Power Mode to Auto, the receiver will be turned off. To turn it on, you will need to connect an external power supply once again.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-22Checking Internal Battery StatusYou have three options to check the status of the internal batteries:1. View the BATT LED for battery status. See “Battery LED” on page 4-6 for more information on this LED.• A green light indicates greater than 85% charge.• An orange light indicates an intermediate charge.• A red light indicates less then 15% charge.2. Click on Configuration->Receiver and view the battery voltages on the Receiver Configuration screen.OR Click on Help->About and view the battery voltages on the About PC-CDU screen.MINTER ConfigurationThe HiPer+ Minimum INTERface (MINTER) consists of two keys (Power and FN) and four LEDs (STAT, REC, BATT, and RX) that control and display the receiver’s operation (Figure 2-20).Figure 2-20. HiPer+ MINTERPower keyFN key (function/recording)REC (recording LED)STAT (status LED) BATT (battery LED)RX (modem LED)Reset Key

MINTER Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-23The MINTER allows the user to perform numerous functions: • Turn the receiver on or off, put it in Sleep mode or Zero power mode.• Turn data recording on or off (FN key).• Change the receiver’s information mode.• Show the number of GPS (green) and GLONASS (orange) satellites being tracked (STAT led).• Show data recording status (REC led).• Show each time data is recorded to internal memory (REC led).• Show the status of post-processing mode (static or dynamic) when performing a Post-Processing Kinematic survey with the help of FN key (REC LED).• Show the status (high charge, intermediate charge, or low charge) of the battery (BATT LED).• Show the power source for the HiPer+ (BATT LED).• Show the status of the modem and if it receives signals (RX LED).You use PC-CDU to configure MINTER settings. Refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for other possible MINTER configurations.1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.ANDEnable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 2-21 on page 2-24)

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-24Figure 2-21. Connection Parameters – MINTER Settings2. Click Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-22).Figure 2-22. Configuration->Receiver3. Click the MINTER tab, set the following parameters and click Apply (Figure 2-23 on page 2-25). See the following pages for descriptions of these parameters.• Recording interval on page 2-25• Elevation mask for log file on page 2-25• File name prefix on page 2-25• Always append to the file on page 2-26• Files Creation mode on page 2-26• Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) on page 2-26• FN key mode on page 2-28• Initial data collection dynamic mode on page 2-28• Data recording auto-start on page 2-28

MINTER Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-25Figure 2-23. Receiver Configuration – MINTER TabRecording Interval parameterThis parameter specifies the message output interval into the log file when the MINTER FN key (pressed for 1–5 seconds) activates data logging. This setting is used not only when logging a single log file, but also when logging receiver data in AFRM mode. Values are 1–86400 seconds. The default value is one second.Elevation Mask for Log File parameterThis parameter specifies the minimum elevation angle for the satellites whose data will be put in the receiver files logged when pressing FN. The default value is five degrees.File Name Prefix parameterThis parameter specifies what prefix will be added to the names of the receiver files created when pressing FN. The prefix can be up to 20 characters long. The default value is log.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-26Log file names have the following structure:<prefix><month><day><sequential alphabet letter>The file name depends on both the file creation time (month and day) and additional letter suffixes to avoid confusion between files created on the same day. Always Append to the File parameterIf you want the new receiver data to be appended to an existing log file, enter the desired filename in this parameter. The setting can be up to 20 characters long.Files Creation Mode parameterThis parameter has two possible operation modes:• Log file – If the log file radio button has been selected, pressing the FN key will result in closing the current log file. If data logging is off, pressing FN will open a new log file.• AFRM – If AFRM radio button has been selected, pressing FN will enable this mode. If AFRM has been enabled, pressing FN will disable this mode.Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) parametersTPS receivers are capable of automatically rotating log files. During a “file rotation” event, the receiver closes the current file and opens a new one according to a user-defined schedule. The Period and Phase parameters specify this schedule. File rotation launches the moment the receiver time module Period is equal to Phase. More precisely, a new log file opens immediately before the scheduled epoch, causing data tagged with this epoch to be recorded to the new log file.When opening a new log file, the receiver enables the default set of messages outputted with the default output period. Both the default set of messages and the default output period are programmable.

MINTER Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-27• Period – specifies the time duration of each log file created in AFRM mode. Values are 60 to 86400 seconds. The default value is 3600 seconds.• Phase – specifies the “phase” (constant time shift) of creating multiple log files in AFRM mode. Values are 0 to 86400 seconds. The default value is zero seconds.• Files (total) – a counter that specifies how many multiple log files must be created in AFRM until this mode automatically turns off. This counter decrements on every file rotation until it value becomes zero, then file rotation automatically stops. The counter initializes with AFRM.Note that a log file opens immediately after turning AFRM on. This startup file is not considered a file rotation event; the AFRM counter will not decrement.Values are 0 to [231-1]. The default value is 0 (zero). Zero means that an unlimited number of log files will be created.NOTICEThe receiver’s memory holds up to 256 files.• Files (remain) – specifies the number of files left for the receiver to create in AFRM.Values are 0 to [231-1]. The default value is zero.• Automatically remove old files – when no free memory is available to log data, automatically removes the earliest log file. If this parameter is enabled, your receiver will erase the file with the earliest file creation time/date. AFRM must be enabled to use this FIFO (First-In, First-Out) feature.The default value is off (disabled).

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-28FN Key Mode parameterYou use these two radio buttons to program how the receiver will react when pressing the FN key.• LED blink mode switch – pressing FN will toggle between the MINTER’s normal/extended information modes and start/stop data recording of Static survey.– FN pressed less than 1 second: changes the information mode (Normal or Extended Information (EI) Modes).– FN pressed from 1 to 5 seconds: starts/stops recording (Static post-processing mode).• Occupation mode switch – pressing FN (less than one second) will insert into the corresponding log file a message indicating that the survey type has been changed from static to kinematic, or vice versa. If the REC LED blinks green, the current mode is dynamic, if it blinks orange, the current mode is static. For more details, see Table 4-1 on page 4-4, and refer to the MINTER User’s Manual and PC-CDU User’s Manual.Initial Data Collection Dynamic Mode parameterThese radio buttons specify the starting occupation type descriptor inserted at the beginning of receiver files logged. You select Static or Kinematic to specify that the corresponding log file will start with a static (STOP) or kinematic (GO, Trajectory) occupation, respectively.Data Recording Auto-start parameterThese radio buttons allow you to program your receiver’s behavior in the event of a power failure. Table 2-1 gives the different scenarios available and the results after power is restored to the receiver. “Specified file” refers to the file name entered in the Always append to file parameter.

MINTER Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-29Also, if Always is enabled, your receiver will automatically start logging data (to a newly created or an existing file) in the following three cases:• After pressing the MINTER power key.• After resetting the receiver (with PC-CDU or the Reset key).• After taking the receiver out of Sleep Mode.Table 2-1. Data Recording Parameter BehaviorBefore Power FailureEnabled Radio Button ResultsOff On Always1Receiver data logged to file specified.Data logging will not resume when power is restored.Receiver will resume data logging to the same file when power is restored.Receiver will resume data logging to the same file when power is restored.2Receiver data logged to default file.Data logging will not resume when power is restored.A new log file will open when power is restored and data will log to this file.A new log file will open when power is restored and data will log to this file.3File specified; receiver data logging not started.No file will open with this name.Data logging will not start when power is restored.No file will open with this name.Data logging will not start when power is restored.A log file with this name will open and data logging will start after power is restored.4No file specified; receiver data logging off.Data logging will not start when power is restored.Data logging will not start when power is restored.A log file with a default name will open and data logging will start after power is restored.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-30Radio ConfigurationThe internal radio in your HiPer+ and the base radio can be configured differently depending on your needs and working conditions. The software program required to configure the radio modem differs depending on your receiver configuration, and allows you to:• access the internal modem• configure the modem• check or change the modem configurationThe following sections provide basic radio configuration information for UHF and GSM radio modems.NOTICEYour receiver may be configured without a radio modem. If this is the case, please skip to “Collecting Almanacs” on page 2-49.Configuring a UHF Radio ModemTo access your PDL UHF radio modem, you create a daisy chain between the HiPer+ serial port (A or D) and the radio modem (Port C) using PC-CDU. You then activate the PDL configuration program on your PC and proceed with the radio configuration. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.ANDUse a 38400 baud rate.

Radio Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-312. Once connected, click on File->Manual Mode to create a daisy chain between the receiver’s port (A or D) and the HiPer+ PDL modem (Figure 2-24).Figure 2-24. File->Manual Mode3. Type each of the following commands, pressing Enter (or clicking Send command) after each command.%%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400%%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/cur/term%%set,dev/ser/c/imode,echo%%set,cur/term/eoff,QUIT%%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/null%%set,cur/term/imode,echo%%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/ser/cThe Manual Mode screen displays RE002%% in response to each of these commands. When finished, you should have seven responses (Figure 2-25 on page 2-32).

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-32Figure 2-25. Manual Mode – Command ResponsesTIPSave this set of commands to a script file and load this file later to the receiver with a single operation. To create a script file, see Appendix A.4. Click Disconnect (Figure 2-25).5. Run the PDL Radio Configuration Program (pdlconf.exe) from Pacific Crest (Figure 2-26 on page 2-33). Make sure you have the latest version (2.20 or higher). Upgrades for this software are available on the Pacific Crest website (www.paccrst.com/download/upgrade.htm).

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-347. From the pop-up menu, click Set Capture Method->Soft Break (Figure 2-28).Figure 2-28. Set Capture Method->Soft Break8. Click Load to connect to the radio (Figure 2-29).Figure 2-29. Click Load

Radio Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-359. On the Identification tab, type Owner information (Figure 2-30).Figure 2-30. PDL Identification TabThe Identification screen supplies current information concerning firmware version, serial number, frequency, and power of the radio modem.10. Click the Radio Link tab and set the following parameters (Figure 2-31 on page 2-36):• Manual – enable• Channel TX RX – set channel and frequency as desired• Link Rate – set to 9600 (requires a modulation type of GMSK)• Digisquelch – set on High for Rover; Low or Off for Base station• Forward Error Correction – enable• Scrambling – enable• Local Address – leave at 0

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-36Figure 2-31. PDL Radio Link TabNOTICEThe Base and internal HiPer+ (Rover) PDL radios must be configured with the same Channels, Radio Link characteristics (except Digisquelch) and Serial Interface parameters.11. Click the Serial Interface tab and set the following parameters (Figure 2-32 on page 2-37):• Baud Rate – 38400• Parity – NoneNOTICEParity should always be set to None.• Mode – Transparent w/EOT Timeout

Radio Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-37Figure 2-32. PDL Serial Interface Tab12. If you made changes, click the Program button on the left of the screen to save them to the modem’s memory (Figure 2-33).Figure 2-33. PDL – Click Program

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-3813. Click Close and then Exit to quit the program (Figure 2-34).Figure 2-34. Click Close then Exit14. Open PC-CDU.15. Click File->Connect.16. On the Connection Parameters screen, select a baud rate of 38400 and enable the Manual mode only check box (Figure 2-35), then click Connect.Figure 2-35. Connection Parameters – Manual Mode Only

Radio Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-3917. On the Manual Mode screen, write the following commands, pressing Enter (or clicking Send command) after each command. When finished, you should have six responses (Figure 2-36).QUIT%%set,cur/term/imode,cmd%%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/dev/null%%set,dev/ser/c/imode,cmd%%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400%%set,cur/term/rate,115200Figure 2-36. Manual Mode Command Responses18. Click Disconnect (Figure 2-36). Continue with other configuration or operation functions as needed.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-40Configuring a GSM Radio ModemNOTICETo comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 20cm between the user and the GSM radio modem.To access your GSM radio modem, you will need to use Topcon’s FC-1000 external controller and TopSURV. Refer to the TopSURV Reference Manual or the TopSURV User’s Manual for more detailed configuration information.NOTICEConfiguration parameters are similar regardless of the software used for configuring a GSM modem.Unlike the UHF radio modems and PDLCONF, TopSURV automatically connects the receiver and modem boards for configuration purposes. When you configure radios, you configure the Base and Rover radios separately.1. Using the RS232 cable, connect your external controller (FC-1000) to the receiver’s serial port A.2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and external controller to turn them on, and start TopSURV.

Radio Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-413. Click Job->Config->Survey to open the Select Survey Config dialog box (Figure 2-37).Figure 2-37. Select a Survey Configuration4. From the GPS+ Config drop-down list, select My RTK, or the name of your GPS+ survey configuration, and click the “...” (continue) button (Figure 2-37).TIPIf this is a new configuration, refer to the TopSURV User’s Manual for the procedure to configure a new survey. Otherwise, continue below to configure your radio.5. Press Next to navigate to the Base or Rover Radio configuration screen, usually a couple dialog boxes beyond the Select Survey Config dialog box.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-426. On the radio configuration dialog box, select either appropriate GSM radio modem and set the following parameters (Figure 2-38):Figure 2-38. Base or Rover Radio Configuration• Port – C for internal radio modems or D for external radio modems• Parity – None•Data – 8• Baud – 9600• Stop – 17. Press Configure GSM to display the appropriate Cell Phone parameters dialog box, and enter the following parameters for either the Base or Rover (Figure 2-39).Figure 2-39. Set Base or Rover Cell Phone Parameters• For the Base radio – If your GSM modem does not require a PIN, leave this field blank.

$Bluetooth Module Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-43The Base radio is the Slave, only receiving calls from Rover stations, so no phone number to call is required.• For the Rover radio – If your GSM modem does not require a PIN, leave this field blank. The Rover radio is the Master, sending calls to the Base station. The Base station’s phone number is required, so have it available to input at this time, or select the correct number from the Phone number list (if available). At this time, you can press Add to save the phone number to the list, or you can press Delete to remove unwanted phone numbers from the list.8. Press OK to return to the radio configuration screen. Continue with other configuration or operation functions as needed.Bluetooth Module ConfigurationUse BTCONF, the Bluetooth module’s configuration program, and your computer to:• access the Bluetooth wireless technology module• configure the Bluetooth module• check or change the module’s configurationTo access the Bluetooth wireless technology module, first download and install BTCONF, then connect your computer and the receiver and run the configuration program.1. Create or locate the following folder:C:\Program Files\TPS\BTCONF2. Download btconf.zip from the TPS website and unzip it into the BTCONF folder. This zip file contains Btconf.exe, the executable file for the Bluetooth module configuration program.$

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-44Each time you run BTCONF and configure the Bluetooth module, BTCONF saves your settings in a file (btconf.ini). BTCONF automatically updates the file each time you make changes to the Bluetooth module’s settings.TIPTo maintain unique Bluetooth module settings for different purposes, keep copies of BTCONF in separate folders.To uninstall, or remove, BTCONF, delete any applicable BTCONF directories or folders, and any BTCONF shortcuts.Once you have BTCONF available, follow these steps to configure the Bluetooth module.1. Using the RS232 cable, connect the serial port of your computer (usually COM1) to the receiver’s serial port A.2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on.3. Run the Bluetooth module configuration program (Btconf.exe) (Figure 2-40).Figure 2-40. Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen

Bluetooth Module Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-45Notice that the lower left corner shows a “Disconnected” status for the computer and Bluetooth module.For BTCONF version and copyright information, click the About button.4. From the drop-down list in the upper left corner, select the computer serial port (usually COM1) used for communication (Figure 2-41).Figure 2-41. Select Communication Port and Click Connect5. Click Connect to connect the computer and Bluetooth module (Figure 2-41).Once the receiver and computer connect through BTCONF, the Identification tab (Figure 2-42 on page 2-46) displays the following information:• Bluetooth name – the name of the Bluetooth module, set in the Parameters tab.• Bluetooth address – the unique electronic address for your Bluetooth module.• Firmware version – the current firmware version of the Bluetooth module.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-46Figure 2-42. BTCONF Identification TabNotice that the COM port and baud rate display in the lower left corner.6. Click the Parameters tab (Figure 2-43). The Parameters tab sets identifying and security information for your Bluetooth module. The security section allows you to set data security and unauthorized access parameters for the Bluetooth module.7. Enter up to 14 characters to set a unique name for the Bluetooth module (Figure 2-43), and click Apply.Figure 2-43. BTCONF Parameters Tab

Bluetooth Module Configuration1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-478. To set security parameters (Figure 2-44), enter and enable the following, then click Apply:• Bluetooth PIN – enter up to 16 characters to specify a personal identification number for the Bluetooth module.• Encryption – enable to have the Bluetooth module encrypt wirelessly sent data. To read encrypted data, the user must have the same PIN used in the device that sent the data.• Authentication – enable to require a PIN before two Bluetooth enabled devices (such as, the receiver and a computer) can establish a communication link. The two devices must use the same PIN.NOTICEIf you do not need security settings, leave these parameters disabled.Figure 2-44. BTCONF Security Parameters

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-489. Click the Serial Interface tab (Figure 2-45). Enable Echo to display Bluetooth module replies and corresponding commands on the computer terminal. If needed, click Apply.Figure 2-45. BTCONF Serial Interface Tab10. Click Disconnect then Exit (Figure 2-46) to quit BTCONF.Figure 2-46. Click Disconnect then Exit

Collecting Almanacs1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com2-49Collecting AlmanacsEach satellite broadcasts a message (almanac) which gives the approximate orbit for itself and all other satellites. If the receiver has an almanac, you can considerably reduce the time needed to search for and lock on to satellite signals.The receiver regularly updates the almanac and stores the most recent almanac in its Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM).1. Set up the receiver in a location with a clear view of the sky.2. Turn on the receiver.NOTICEIf 15 minutes have passed and the receiver does not lock on to satellites, you may need to clear the NVRAM. See “Clearing the NVRAM” on page 4-18 for this procedure.You will need to collect or update the almanac:• If the receiver has been off for a long time.• If the last known receiver position, stored in the NVRAM, is different from the present position by several hundred kilometers.• After loading a new OAF.• After loading new firmware.• After clearing the NVRAM.•Before surveying.The collection and/or update of an almanac can take as long as 15 minutes.

ConfigurationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual2-50Notes:

Chapter 31-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-1Setup and SurveyThis chapter describes:•HiPer+ setup• RTK Base station setup• RTK Rover setup• Basic surveying with the HiPer+Your HiPer+ can be used as a Rover station or a Base station with an optional external radio.HiPer+ Receiver SetupTo set up your HiPer+ receiver, you must:1. Configure the receiver as shown in Chapter 2.2. Set up your Base or Rover station. See “Set up HiPer+ Receiver” on page 3-23. Measure the antenna height. See “Measure Antenna Height” on page 3-2.4. Begin collecting data. See “Collect Data” on page 3-4.All HiPer+ receivers include an internal, micro-strip antenna. This antenna is able to capture L1/L2 signals from GPS and GLONASS satellites.

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-2Set up HiPer+ ReceiverThis section assumes you have already configured your receiver using PC-CDU.1. Place the HiPer+ on the appropriate tripod or bipod.2. Center the receiver over the point at which data will be collected. For most applications, this should be at a location with a clear view of the sky.3. If using the HiPer+ as a Base station, connect the external radio to the receiver.Measure Antenna HeightThe location of the antenna relative to the point being measured is very important for both surveys in which the elevation of the points is important and in surveys for horizontal location only. Horizontal surveys are often larger in area than can reliably fit on a flat plane, therefore the antenna adjustment must be done in three dimensions and then projected onto a two dimensional plane.The receiver calculates the coordinates of the antenna’s phase center. To determine the coordinates of the station marker, the user must specify the following:• Measured height of the antenna above the station marker• Method of measuring the antenna height• Model of the antenna usedAntennas have two types of measurements:• Vertical – measured from the marker to the antenna reference point (ARP) located on the bottom of the receiver at the base of the mounting threads. • Slant – measured from the marker to the lower edge of the antenna slant height measure mark (SHMM) located on both end panels of the receiver.

HiPer+ Receiver Setup1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-34. Measure the antenna height above the point or marker. Figure 3-1 illustrates the antenna offsets and Table 3-1 gives the offset measurements. (See Figure 1-3 on page 1-15 and Figure 1-4 on page 1-16 for the exact SHMM location.)Figure 3-1. HiPer+ Antenna Offsets• SHMM to ARP vertical offset = 30.50mm• SHMM to ARP horizontal offset = 77.75mmThe actual point to which surveying with GPS/GLONASS measures is called the Phase Center of the antenna. This is analogous to the point at which a distance meter measures in a prism. A user must enter the prism offset to compensate for this point not being at a physical surface of the prism. In the case of a GPS/GLONASS antenna, the offset is entered depending on the type of measurement taken. For vertical, the offset is simply added to the measured vertical height to produce a “true” vertical height. For slant height, the vertical Table 3-1. HiPer+ Antenna Offset MeasurementsTo L1 Phase Center To L2 Phase CenterUp 102mm 94mmSHMMARP30.50mm77.75mm

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-4height must first be calculated using the radius of the antenna, then the offset can be added. The offsets are not the same number because of the difference in location between the slant measuring point and the vertical measuring point.5. Record the receiver serial number, antenna height, point name, and start time in the field notes. 6. Press the power key and release it to turn the receiver on. The STAT (status) light (LED) will blink red at first. 7. Once the receiver has locked on to one or more satellites, the STAT light will blink green for GPS satellites, orange for GLONASS satellites, and a short red blink indicating it has not solved a position. Four or more satellites provide optimal positioning.8. Once the short red blink is gone, the receiver has a position and surveying can begin. You should wait for green and orange lights before beginning data collection. This ensures that the receiver has the correct date and time, and is locked on to enough satellites to ensure good quality data.The process of locking on to satellites normally takes less than one minute. In a new area, under heavy tree canopy, or after resetting the receiver, it may take several minutes.Collect Data9. To begin collecting data, press and hold the FN (function) key for more than one second and less than five seconds.10. Release the FN key when the REC (recording) LED light turns green. This indicates that a file has opened and data collection has started. The REC LED blinks each time data is saved to the internal memory.

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-5TIPYou can use PC-CDU to configure data logging. See “MINTER Configuration” on page 2-22 or refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for more information.11. When finished, press and hold the FN key until the REC LED light goes out. 12. Press and hold the power key until all lights go out, then release.Surveying with the HiPer+The HiPer+ receiver can be used to perform the following types of surveying:• Static• Kinematic• Real-time kinematic (RTK)Static SurveyStatic surveying is the classic survey method, well suited for all kinds of baselines (short, medium, long). At least two receiver antennas, plumbed over the survey marks, simultaneously collect raw data at each end of a baseline during a certain period of time. These two receivers track four or more common satellites, have a common logging rate (5–30 seconds), and the same elevation mask angles. The length of the observation sessions can vary from a few minutes to several hours. The optimal observation session length depends on the surveyor’s experience as well as the following factors:• The length of the baseline measured

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-6• The number of satellites in view• The satellite geometry (DOP)• The antenna’s location• The ionospheric activity level• The types of receivers used• The accuracy requirements• The necessity of resolving carrier phase ambiguitiesGenerally, single-frequency receivers are used for baselines whose lengths do not exceed 15 kilometers (9.32 miles). For baselines 15 kilometers or greater, use dual-frequency receivers.Dual-frequency receivers have two major benefits. First, dual-frequency receivers can estimate and remove almost all ionospheric effect from the code and carrier phase measurements, providing much greater accuracy than single-frequency receivers over long baselines or during ionospheric storms. Secondly, dual frequency receivers need far less observation time to reach the desired accuracy requirement.After the survey completes, data the receivers collect can be downloaded onto a computer and processed using post-processing software (for example, Pinnacle). The procedure that follows describes the steps the operator should take to perform a Static Survey using MINTER.1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.2. Open PC-CDU, click Configuration->Receiver->MINTER and specify the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-2 on page 3-7):• Recording Interval – 15 seconds

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-7• Elevation Mask Angle – 15 degrees• File Name Prefix – last 3 digits of receiver serial number• LED blink mode switch – enable to start and stop static data recording using the FN keyFigure 3-2. Configuration->Receiver->MINTER3. Click the Advanced tab and then the Multipath tab, set the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-3 on page 3-8):• Code Multipath Reduction – enable• Carrier Multipath Reduction – enable

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-8Figure 3-3. Advanced->Multipath4. Click the Loop Management tab and set the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-4):• Enable Co-Op tracking – enable• Static mode – enableFigure 3-4. Advanced->Loop Management5. Set up each antenna and receiver as described in “HiPer+ Receiver Setup” on page 3-1.6. Begin your survey.

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-9Kinematic SurveyYou can use the kinematic survey method for either a Stop and go survey or a Kinematic continuous (trajectory) survey.Stop and Go SurveyThe stationary receiver (Base station) is set up at a known point such as a survey monument, or an unknown point. The receiver continually tracks satellites and logs raw data into its memory. The rover receiver is set up at an unknown point and collects data in static mode for 2 to 10 minutes. 1. Using PC-CDU, configure and set up the Base as described in “Static Survey” on page 3-5.2. Click Configuration->Receiver->MINTER, and configure the Rover with the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-5):• FN Key Mode, Occupation Mode Switch – enable• Initial data collection dynamic mode, Static – enableSee to Table 4-1 on page 4-4 for FN key functions and REC LED statuses.Figure 3-5. Rover MINTER Configuration

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-10NOTICERemember, both Base and Rover receivers must collect data from the common satellites at a common data recording rate and with identical elevation mask angles.3. Set up the Rover at an unknown point and press power. Allow the Rover to collect static data for two to ten minutes. The REC LED will be orange.4. Check the STAT light for satellites tracked.5. When finished, press the FN key for less than a second to assign the Rover to kinematic. TIPRemember, if the REC LED blinks green, the current mode is dynamic, if it blinks orange, the current mode is static.6. Move the Rover to the next location (survey point), and press the FN key for less than a second to collect the data in static mode for two to ten minutes.7. Repeat steps five and six until all points have been surveyed. The occupation time for the points depends on the same factors as for the static survey method.8. When finished, press the FN key for one to five seconds to stop logging data. Turn off the Rover if needed.This method of GPS survey allows the operator to reduce the point occupation time, thus permitting field crews to survey many more points compared to the other methods available.

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-11Kinematic ContinuousKinematic continuous surveying, also known as trajectory surveying, allows the Rover to move without having to stand still, record data, move to another point, and do it all again.If the surveyor knows the coordinates of the starting point, the rover will not need to be initialized. The determination of ambiguity parameters is carried out while the rover is moving and is called “on the fly ambiguity resolution.” Furthermore, if loss of lock occurs (such as, an obstruction that prevents a clear view of the sky), the receiver will be re-initialized on the fly.After the survey completes, raw data collected by the receivers are downloaded onto a computer and processed using post-processing software (for example, Pinnacle).1. Using PC-CDU, configure and set up the Base as described in “Static Survey” on page 3-5.2. Using PC-CDU, click Configuration->Receiver->MINTER, and configure the Rover with the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-5 on page 3-9):• FN Key Mode, Occupation Mode Switch – enable• Initial data collection dynamic mode, Kinematic – enable3. Set up the Rover at a starting point with unknown coordinates and press the power key. Pause for several minutes while the receiver compiles an almanac.4. Check the STAT light for satellites tracked.5. Press the FN key for one to four seconds to begin logging data in kinematic mode (the antenna status is kinematic).

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-126. Move the Rover receiver along the selected trajectory. 7. Once the Rover receiver reaches the end point of the trajectory, pause for several minutes.8. When finished, press the FN key to stop logging data and turn off the Rover.Real-time Kinematic SurveyReal-time kinematic (RTK) is a differential GPS process where information, such as differential corrections, is transmitted in real-time from a Base station to one or more Rover stations.Setting up an RTK Base StationTo configure an RTK Base station using PC-CDU, take the following steps:1. Set up the Base station receiver’s antenna as described in “HiPer+ Receiver Setup” on page 3-1.2. Connect an external modem to port C for a Legacy-E or port D for the HiPer+.3. Set up hardware as shown in Figure 3-6 on page 3-13. This setup shows a Legacy-E Base station setup.

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-13Figure 3-6. Legacy-E Base Station SetupNOTICEConnect the radio antenna before switching the modem to the transmitting mode.4. Press the power key on the receiver.5. Check the STAT light for tracked satellites.6. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer”on page 2-5 for this procedure.7. Using PC-CDU click Configuration->Receiver.

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-148. Click the Set all parameters to defaults button located at the bottom of the Receiver Configuration screen (Figure 3-7).Figure 3-7. Set All Parameters to Defaults9. On the Receiver Configuration screen, select the MINTER tab. Specify desired settings. Refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for more information.10. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask parameter to 15 (Figure 3-8).Figure 3-8. Receiver Configuration – Positioning

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-1511. Select the Base tab and set the following parameters (Figure 3-9):• GPS/GLO at one time – enable• Antenna position – enter Lat, Lon, and Alt values.ORClick Get from receiver.OREnable Averaged and enter the Averaged Span in seconds, then click Apply. Click Tools->Reset receiver and wait until the specified interval (span) completes. Examine the Base coordinates on the Base tab, they should correspond to the coordinates obtained from the average. Click Refresh if the coordinates are zeros.NOTICEThe reference geodetic coordinates specified here relate to the antenna L1 phase center.Figure 3-9. Base Tab Configuration

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-1612. Select the Ports tab and set the following port parameters (Figure 3-10). Use serial port C for an internal PDL, GSM, or Spread Spectrum 915 MHz/2.4 GHz modem.• Output drop-down list – select type and format of differential corrections.• Period (sec) – enter interval at which receiver will generate differential corrections.• Baud rate drop-down list – select a baud rate (i.e., the rate at which differential messages will be transmitted from receiver to modem).TIPFor Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, use a 38400 baud rate. For Spread Spectrum 915 MHz/2.4 GHz modems, use a 19200 baud rate.Figure 3-10. Base Configuration – Ports13. Click Apply. The receiver begins sending data to the selected port.

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-17If using a Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) external modem, follow these steps to configure this modem:14. When finished with the previous steps, press the power button on the external modem.15. Select the radio transmission power using the Low/High toggle on the rear panel of the modem. When in High, the AMP PWR LED will be on.16. Use the Channel button to set the frequency channel. Check that the modem transmits the corrections (the TX LED will blink red each time data transmits).For more details on the settings available for configuring the Base station, refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual.Setting up an RTK RoverUse the following steps to set up an RTK Rover station. You should already have programmed the modem.Figure 3-11 on page 3-18 shows the hardware setup for a Rover station with an external controller.

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-18Figure 3-11. HiPer+ Rover Station Setup1. Set up the Rover station receiver’s antenna as described in “HiPer+ Receiver Setup” on page 3-1.2. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer”on page 2-5 for this procedure.3. Click Configuration->Receiver.4. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask (degrees) parameter to 15 (Figure 3-8 on page 3-14).

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-195. Select the Rover tab and set the desired Positioning Mode (Figure 3-12). Figure 3-12. Rover Tab ConfigurationIf you selected RTK Float or RTK Fixed, adjust the following RTK Parameters settings:• Select Extrapolation or Delay.–Extrapolation is for low-latency, high frequency output (>= 5 Hz) RTK applications. The rover will extrapolate the base station’s carrier phase measurement corrections when computing the rover's current RTK position.–Delay is for 1 Hz high precision RTK applications. The Rover RTK engine will compute either a delayed RTK position (for the epoch to which the newly received RTCM/CMR message corresponds) or the current stand-alone position (while waiting for new RTCM/CMR messages coming from the base).• Select the antenna status during RTK, either Static or Kinematic.• Specify the Ambiguity fixing level (not applicable to RTK Float). The Ambiguity Fixing Level radio buttons govern the process of the RTK engine, fixing

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-20integer ambiguities. The RTK engine uses the ambiguity fix indicator when making decisions whether or not to fix ambiguities. Low, Medium, and High correspond to the indicator's 95%, 99.5% and 99.9% states, respectively. The higher the specified confidence level, the longer the integer ambiguity search time6. Select the Ports tab and set the following parameters for Serial C (Figure 3-13 on page 3-21):• Input drop-down list – select desired differential correction format.• Period (sec) – leave as is.• Baud rate drop-down list – select a baud rate (i.e., the rate at which differential messages will be transmitted from modem to receiver).TIPFor Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, use a 38400 baud rate. For Spread Spectrum 915 MHz/2.4 GHz modems, use a 19200 baud rate.

Surveying with the HiPer+1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com3-21Figure 3-13. Rover Configuration – Ports7. Click Apply.8. Click OK to close the Receiver Configuration screen.9. On the main screen (Figure 3-14), check the LQ field to ensure the receiver obtains differential corrections. Usually, the receiver will start to output the coordinates of the antenna’s phase center along with the solution type within 10–30 seconds.Figure 3-14. PC-CDU Main Screen

Setup and SurveyTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual3-22The geodetic coordinates displayed on the Geo tab are always computed in WGS84 and have four solution types.• Standalone – where receiver computes 3D coordinates in autonomous mode without using differential corrections.• Code differential – where the Rover receiver computes the current relative coordinate in differential mode using only pseudo ranges.• RTK float – where the Rover receiver computes the current relative coordinates in differential mode using both pseudo ranges and phases; however, with a float solution, the phase ambiguity is not a fixed integer number and the “float” estimate is used instead.• RTK fixed – where the Rover receiver computes current relative coordinates, with ambiguity fixing, in differential mode.The LQ field reflects the status of the received differential messages and contains the following information:• Data link quality in percentage• Time (in seconds) elapsed since the last received message• Total number of received correct messages• Total number of received corrupt messagesIf the receiver is not (for some reason) receiving differential corrections, or if none of the ports has been configured to receive differential corrections, the LQ field will either be empty or it will look like this: 100%(999,0000,0000).

Chapter 41-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com4-1OperationThis chapter describes standard HiPer+ operating procedures:•Using the MINTER• Downloading HiPer+ files to a computer• Deleting files from the HiPer+• Checking and loading OAFs• Managing HiPer+ memory• Clearing the NVRAM• Changing receiver modes• Checking and loading firmwareUsing the MINTERThe MINTER (Figure 4-1) is Topcon’s Minimum INTERface used to display and control data input and output.Figure 4-1. MINTERPower keyFN key (function/recording)REC (recording LED)STAT (status LED) BATT (battery LED)RX (modem LED)Reset Key

OperationTopcon HiPer+ Operator’s Manual4-2Power KeyPressing the power key turns the receiver on and off.Status LED• When the receiver is on and no satellites are tracked, the STAT LED will blink red. • When satellites are tracked, the STAT LED will produce one blink for each tracked satellite (green for GPS, orange for GLONASS).Reset KeyPressing the reset key for about one second causes:• a hard reset of the receiver.• the receiver to leave Zero Power Mode and return to Normal Mode.NOTICEOnly use this procedure if the receiver does not respond to commands or does not charge the internal batteries (is in Zero Power Mode).FN Key and Record LEDTable 4-1 on page 4-4 summarizes FN key functions and REC LED statuses. See “FN Key Mode parameter” on page 2-28 for information on setting FN key modes.• Pressing the FN key for less than one second switches the receiver between different information modes (normal and extended information), or between static and dynamic post-processing modes, depending on the receiver's configuration. During the first second of pressing the FN key, the REC LED is orange.• Pressing the FN key for more than one and less than five seconds will start/stop data recording.

$Using the MINTER1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com4-3During data recording the REC LED is green. If the REC LED is red, the receiver has run out of memory, has a hardware problem, or contains an improper OAF (see “Option Authorized File (OAF)” on page 1-17 for more information on OAFs).• The REC LED blinks green each time data is written to the internal receiver’s memory. You set the data recording time interval using PC-CDU. See “Recording Interval parameter” on page 2-25 for information on setting this function. Each time you turn off or on data recording, either a new file opens or data appends to a particular file. See “Always Append to the File parameter” on page 2-26 and “Files Creation Mode parameter” on page 2-26 for information on setting this function.• Pressing the FN key for more than five and less than eight seconds will turn the baud rate of serial port A to 9600. After about five seconds of pressing the FN key, the REC LED becomes red. Release the FN key while the REC LED is red (during the next three seconds). Pressing the FN key for more than eight seconds has no impact.• After loading new firmware or clearing the receiver’s NVRAM, the receiver checks its internal file system. During this operation, the REC LED flashes orange, and the file system is not accessible for CDU (control display unit) applications or for data recording. This operation may require from fractions of a second to several minutes, depending on the circumstances and the amount of internal memory.$