Topcon America 840801 USI Bluetooth Module, UBI-1111 User Manual HiPer Operator s Manual

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PRECISION GPS+: HiPer+
HiPer
Operator’s Manual
HiPer+
Operator’s Manual
Part Number 7010-0526
Rev A
©Copyright Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc.
April, 2003
All contents in this manual are copyrighted by Topcon. All
rights reserved. The information contained herein may not be
used, accessed, copied, stored, displayed, sold, modified,
published, or distributed, or otherwise reproduced without
express written consent from Topcon.
Table of Contents
Preface ............................................................... xi
Terms and Conditions................................................. xi
Regulatory Information .............................................. xiv
Manual Conventions................................................... xvi
Chapter 1
Introduction ...................................................... 1-1
Overview ....................................................................
Principles of Operation ..............................................
GPS Overview .....................................................
Calculating Positions ....................................
GPS Positioning ............................................
Conclusion ....................................................
Receiver Overview ..............................................
Standard Package Contents ........................................
Cables ..................................................................
Software ..............................................................
Literature .............................................................
Getting Acquainted ....................................................
Internal Components ...........................................
GPS+ antenna ...............................................
Bluetooth Module .........................................
Radio Modem ...............................................
Power Board .................................................
GPS+ receiver board .....................................
Batteries ........................................................
External Components ..........................................
Radome .........................................................
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Front Panel ...................................................
Back Panel ....................................................
Option Authorized File (OAF) ..................................
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Configuration ................................................... 2-1
Powering the HiPer+ .................................................
Internal batteries ..................................................
External Batteries ................................................
Battery Charger ...................................................
Turning On/Off the HiPer+ .................................
Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer ....................
Establishing a Wireless Connection ....................
Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection ..........
Establishing a USB Cable Connection ...............
Establishing a PC-CDU Connection ...................
HiPer+ Configuration ................................................
Power Management ............................................
Charging Internal Batteries ..........................
Checking Internal Battery Status ..................
MINTER Configuration ............................................
Radio Configuration ..................................................
Configuring a UHF Radio Modem .....................
Configuring a GSM Radio Modem .....................
Bluetooth Module Configuration ..............................
Collecting Almanacs .................................................
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Set up HiPer+ Receiver .......................................
Measure Antenna Height ....................................
Collect Data ........................................................
Surveying with the HiPer+ ........................................
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Static Survey .......................................................
Kinematic Survey ................................................
Stop and Go Survey ......................................
Kinematic Continuous ..................................
Real-time Kinematic Survey ...............................
Setting up an RTK Base Station ...................
Setting up an RTK Rover .............................
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Operation .......................................................... 4-1
Using the MINTER ...................................................
Power Key ...........................................................
Status LED ..........................................................
Reset Key ............................................................
FN Key and Record LED ....................................
Battery LED ........................................................
Modem LED .......................................................
Information Modes ..............................................
Normal ..........................................................
Extended Information Mode (EIM) .............
Downloading Files to a Computer .............................
Deleting Files .............................................................
Checking an OAF ......................................................
Loading an OAF ........................................................
Managing HiPer+ Memory ........................................
Clearing the NVRAM ................................................
Using MINTER to Clear NVRAM .....................
Using PC-CDU to Clear NVRAM ......................
Changing Receiver Modes ........................................
Sleep Mode .........................................................
Zero Power Mode ...............................................
Checking Firmware Version ......................................
Loading New Firmware .............................................
Receiver and Power Board Firmware .................
Bluetooth Module Firmware ...............................
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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting ............................................... 5-1
Power Problems ......................................................... 5-2
Receiver Problems ..................................................... 5-3
Bluetooth Problems ................................................... 5-9
Appendix A
Creating Scripts ................................................ A-1
Appendix B
Specifications .................................................... B-1
HiPer+ Specifications ................................................
Connector Specifications ...........................................
Radio (Modem) RF Connector ...........................
Power Connector .................................................
Serial C-RS232 Connector ..................................
USB Connector ...................................................
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Appendix C
Safety Warnings ............................................... C-1
General Warnings ...................................................... C-1
Internal Battery Pack Warnings ................................. C-2
Usage Warnings ......................................................... C-3
Appendix D
UHF Radio Usage ............................................. D-1
Appendix E
Warranty Terms .............................................. E-1
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HiPer+ Radome .............................................................
HiPer+ Front Panel .......................................................
HiPer+ Back Panel ........................................................
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Configuration .................................................... 2-1
PC-CDU Main Screen ...................................................
Click File->Connect ......................................................
Bluetooth and RS232 Connection Parameters ..............
USB Connection Parameters .........................................
PC-CDU Connection Established .................................
Configuration->Receiver ..............................................
Receiver Configuration .................................................
Receiver Configuration – MINTER Tab ......................
Receiver Configuration – Advanced Tab .....................
Advanced Configuration – Multipath Reduction ..........
Advanced Configuration – Loop Management .............
Click Disconnect then Exit ...........................................
Configuration->Receiver ..............................................
Select Power Mode .......................................................
Select Charger Mode .....................................................
Select Power Output Modes – Ports .............................
Select Power Output Modes – Slots ..............................
View Voltages Information ...........................................
Enable and Apply Power Settings .................................
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HiPer+ MINTER ..........................................................
Connection Parameters – MINTER Settings ................
Configuration->Receiver ..............................................
Receiver Configuration – MINTER Tab ......................
File->Manual Mode ......................................................
Manual Mode – Command Responses .........................
PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen .......................
PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu .................................
Set Capture Method->Soft Break .................................
Click Load ....................................................................
PDL Identification Tab .................................................
PDL Radio Link Tab ....................................................
PDL Serial Interface Tab ..............................................
PDL – Click Program ...................................................
Click Close then Exit ....................................................
Connection Parameters – Manual Mode Only ..............
Manual Mode Command Responses ............................
Select a Survey Configuration ......................................
Base or Rover Radio Configuration .............................
Set Base or Rover Cell Phone Parameters ....................
Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen ............
Select Communication Port and Click Connect ...........
BTCONF Identification Tab .........................................
BTCONF Parameters Tab .............................................
BTCONF Security Parameters .....................................
BTCONF Serial Interface Tab ......................................
Click Disconnect then Exit ...........................................
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HiPer+ Antenna Offsets ................................................
Configuration->Receiver->MINTER ...........................
Advanced->Multipath ...................................................
Advanced->Loop Management ....................................
Rover MINTER Configuration .....................................
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Legacy-E Base Station Setup ........................................
Set All Parameters to Defaults ......................................
Receiver Configuration – Positioning ..........................
Base Tab Configuration ................................................
Base Configuration – Ports ...........................................
HiPer+ Rover Station Setup ..........................................
Rover Tab Configuration ..............................................
Rover Configuration – Ports .........................................
PC-CDU Main Screen ..................................................
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Operation .......................................................... 4-1
MINTER .......................................................................
Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking .......
File->File Manager .......................................................
Find Files to Download ................................................
Download Files .............................................................
Download Files – Status Indicators ..............................
Click Disconnect then Exit ...........................................
Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking .......
File->Manager ..............................................................
Delete Files ...................................................................
Click Disconnect then Exit ...........................................
Tools->Receiver Options ..............................................
Option Manager ............................................................
Load OAF .....................................................................
Tools->Clear NVRAM .................................................
Help->About .................................................................
About PC-CDU .............................................................
FLoader Main Screen ....................................................
Get Device Type ...........................................................
Program Tab Settings ...................................................
Set Device Type ............................................................
Program Tab Settings ...................................................
Get Device Type ...........................................................
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Program Tab Settings ................................................... 4-28
Bluetooth Firmware Load Complete ............................ 4-28
Appendix B
Specifications .................................................... B-1
Power Connector .......................................................... B-11
RS232 Connector .......................................................... B-12
USB Connector ............................................................. B-13
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Chapter 1
Introduction ...................................................... 1-1
Euro Card Options ........................................................ 1-13
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Configuration .................................................... 2-1
Data Recording Parameter Behavior ............................ 2-29
Chapter 3
Setup and Survey .............................................. 3-1
HiPer+ Antenna Offset Measurements ......................... 3-3
Chapter 4
Operation .......................................................... 4-1
FN Key Functions and REC LED Status ...................... 4-4
Signal-to-Noise (S/N) “Good” Ratios ........................... 4-7
Appendix A
Creating Scripts ................................................ A-1
Script Commands .......................................................... A-2
Appendix B
Specifications .................................................... B-1
HiPer+ Specifications ................................................... B-1
Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) Modem
Connector Specifications ........................................... B-10
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Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem
Connector Specifications ...........................................
Power Connector Specifications ...................................
RS232 Connector Specifications ..................................
USB Connector Specifications .....................................
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Preface
Thank you for purchasing this Topcon product. The materials
available in this Manual (the “Manual”) have been prepared by
Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. (“TPS”) for owners of Topcon
products. 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”).
NOTICE
Please read these Terms and Conditions
carefully.
Terms and Conditions
PROFESSIONAL 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
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expenditure 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.
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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
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PERSON 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.
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WEBSITE; 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 Information
The following sections provide information on this product’s
compliance with government regulations.
FCC Class B Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
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1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. 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
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installations. 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.
CAUTION
Any 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 Requirements
This 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.
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Manual Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Example
Description
File->Exit
Enter
OR
AND
Click the File menu and click Exit.
Press or click the button or key labeled Enter.
Alternate procedure for this step.
Follow this step, but include this information,
enable this function, or change this property.
TIP
Supplementary information that can help you
configure, maintain, or set up a system.
NOTICE
Supplementary information that can have an
affect on system operation, system
performance, measurements, or personal
safety.
CAUTION
Notification that an action has the potential
to adversely affect system operation,
system performance, data integrity, or
personal health.
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WARNING
Notification that an action will result in
system damage, loss of data, loss of
warranty, or personal injury.
DANGER
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS ACTION
BE PERFORMED.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
This 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+ Receiver
Overview
Topcon 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, multipurpose receiver intended for precision markets. Precision
markets means markets for equipment, subsystems, components
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and 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 Operation
Surveying 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 Overview
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The 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
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GPS. 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 Positions
Once 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 = Distance
Where 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
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mixed, 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 Positioning
Calculating 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 antispoofing 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.
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• Availability – The availability of satellites affects the
calculation of valid positions. The more visible
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satellites 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.
Conclusion
Surveyors 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 Overview
When 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
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receiver 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 wideband 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)
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• 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
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• Auto data logging
• Setting different mask angles
• Setting different survey parameters
• Static or dynamic modes
Standard Package Contents
The 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
• Literature
Cables
Standard package cables include:
• Receiver-to-computer RS232 serial cable
• Receiver-to-SAE power cable
• SAE-to-SAE cable extension
• Alligator clips-to-SAE cable
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• Power/charger cable
• Power supply W/48” SAFECO connector
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Software
Standard 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.
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• Carlson SurvCE – optional third-party software for data
collection; contact your TPS dealer.
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Literature
HiPer+ literature includes:
• One year warranty card
• HiPer+ Operator’s Manual
• Functional specifications
• Packaging instruction card
Manuals 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 Manual
Getting Acquainted
The 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+
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1. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used
by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license.
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receiver and the other is used for communications (modem,
spread spectrum, GSM, or DGPS).
The HiPer+ has standard interior receiver components and two
end panels for user interface, communication, and power supply.
For HiPer+ specifications, see Appendix B.
Internal Components
Features inside the HiPer+ include:
GPS+ antenna
An internal, micro-strip antenna capable of receiving
GPS L1/L2 and GLONASS L1/L2 signals.
Bluetooth Module
A combination of software and hardware technology that
makes the HiPer+ a mobile, wireless, GPS+ receiver that
supports a point-to-point serial profile. As such, the
HiPer+ can transfer and synchronize files between the
receiver and any other Bluetooth wireless technology
device that supports serial profile, including portable
handheld devices and external controllers, PC-USB/RS
adapters, mobile computers and phones, IPAQs,
PCMCA-to-Bluetooth adapters, etc.
With Bluetooth wireless technology, the HiPer+
reception and transmission distance is 10 meters (32 feet)
for interior projects and 30–50 meters (98–164 feet) for
exterior projects.
The Bluetooth module’s processor and firmware are
independent of the receiver card and power board.
Radio Modem
The HiPer+ incorporates an internal modem for receiving
data from a Base station. The Base station’s modem
transmits the carrier phase and code measurements along
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with 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.
WARNING
The use of these preset frequencies without
a license is illegal. Contact your local
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authorities (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 Board
The 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 board
The HiPer+ is supplied with a Euro-112 card capable of
processing GPS L1/L2 and GLONASS L1/L2 signals.
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Table 1-1 lists the options available for this card.
Table 1-1. Euro Card Options
Euro Card Model
Euro-112 (HE_GGD)
Available Options
G: GPS L1
GD: GPS L1/L2
GG: GPS/GLONASS L1
GGD: GPS/GLONASS L1/L2
A WAAS-enabled TPS receiver allows simultaneous
tracking of two WAAS satellites. Each of the WAAS
satellites is allocated its own channel.
Batteries
The 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.
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External Components
The HiPer+ casing includes a connector for modem antenna
attachment, a user interface, a power port, and ports for
configuration.
Radome
Figure 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
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• Receiver part number
• Antenna Reference Point (ARP)
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Front Panel
Figure 1-3 shows the front panel components.
MINTER
Reset
USB Power
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.
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NOTICE
Changing 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.
Vent Plug
Slant Height Measure Mark
Figure 1-4. HiPer+ Back Panel
• Vent plug – Equalizes the pressure between the
inside of the receiver and the outside environment.
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• Slant height measure mark (SHMM)
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Option 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)
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Configuration
This chapter describes:
• HiPer+ power supply
• Connecting the receiver and a computer
• HiPer+ configuration
• Minimum INTERface (MINTER) configuration
• Radio configuration
• Bluetooth module configuration
• Collecting almanacs
Before 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.
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Powering the HiPer+
You can power the HiPer+ using:
• Internal batteries
• External batteries
• A battery charger
Internal batteries
With 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.
CAUTION
Use 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.
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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
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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.
External Batteries
In 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
NOTICE
When 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.
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You 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 Charger
The 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.
NOTICE
If the receiver does not turn on, it may be in
Zero Power Mode. See “Zero Power Mode” on
page 4-20 for more information.
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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.
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Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer
To 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
receiver
Establishing a Wireless Connection
The 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-toBluetooth adapter installed.
NOTICE
Changing the receiver’s Port B default settings
will affect the Bluetooth link. The default
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settings 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:
NOTICE
Refer 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.
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Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection
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. Continue with Step 1 in “Establishing a PC-CDU
Connection” on page 2-7.
Establishing a USB Cable Connection
Make 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 Connection
PC-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.
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1. 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 Screen
Notice that the lower-left hand corner shows the receiver
status as “Disconnected”.
2. Click File->Connect (Figure 2-2).
Figure 2-2. Click File->Connect
3. 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.
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• Set the communication rate between the receiver and the
computer (usually 115200) from the Baud rate dropdown list.
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Figure 2-3. Bluetooth and RS232 Connection Parameters
OR
Select 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.
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Figure 2-4. USB Connection Parameters
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Once 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 Established
HiPer+ Configuration
You 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.
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Refer 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.
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NOTICE
Click 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->Receiver
The Receiver Configuration dialog box displays (Figure 2-7).
Figure 2-7. Receiver Configuration
3. Click the MINTER tab, configure the following settings, and
click Apply (Figure 2-8 on page 2-12).
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• Set the Recording interval in seconds.
• Set the Elevation mask for Log file in degrees.
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• 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 Tab
If 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.
WARNING
Do not make other changes without
consulting the PC-CDU User’s Manual.
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4. Click the Advanced tab on the Receiver Configuration
screen (Figure 2-9).
Figure 2-9. Receiver Configuration – Advanced Tab
5. Click the Multipath Reduction tab, enable the following
boxes, and click Apply (Figure 2-10).
• Code multipath reduction
• Carrier multipath reduction
Figure 2-10. Advanced Configuration – Multipath Reduction
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6. Click the Loop Management tab, enable the following
boxes, and click Apply (Figure 2-11).
• Enable Co-Op tracking
• Static Mode
Figure 2-11. Advanced Configuration – Loop Management
7. 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
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NOTICE
Disconnecting 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 Management
You 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
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3. 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.
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4. 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.
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5. 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.
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6. 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).
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Figure 2-18. View Voltages Information
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• 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 Settings
10. Click Apply.
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Charging Internal Batteries
Use 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.
NOTICE
If 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.
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Checking Internal Battery Status
You 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 Configuration
The 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).
Power key
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Reset Key
STAT (status LED)
BATT (battery LED)
REC (recording LED)
RX (modem LED)
FN key (function/recording)
Figure 2-20. HiPer+ MINTER
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The 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.
AND
Enable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 2-21 on page 2-24)
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Figure 2-21. Connection Parameters – MINTER Settings
2. Click Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-22).
Figure 2-22. Configuration->Receiver
3. 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
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• Initial data collection dynamic mode on page 2-28
• Data recording auto-start on page 2-28
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Figure 2-23. Receiver Configuration – MINTER Tab
Recording Interval parameter
This 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 parameter
This 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 parameter
This 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.
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Log file names have the following structure:

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 parameter
If 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 parameter
This 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) parameters
TPS 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.
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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.
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• 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.
NOTICE
The 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).
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FN Key Mode parameter
You 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 parameter
These 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 parameter
These radio buttons allow you to program your receiver’s
behavior in the event of a power failure.
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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.
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Table 2-1. Data Recording Parameter Behavior
Before
Power
Failure
Enabled Radio Button Results
Off
On
Always
Receiver
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.
Receiver
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.
File
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.
No 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.
Also, 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.
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Radio Configuration
The 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 configuration
The following sections provide basic radio configuration
information for UHF and GSM radio modems.
NOTICE
Your 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 Modem
To 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.
AND
Use a 38400 baud rate.
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2. 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 Mode
3. 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/c
The 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).
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Figure 2-25. Manual Mode – Command Responses
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Save 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).
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Figure 2-26. PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen
6. Click the Pacific Crest logo in the upper left corner of
the main screen (Figure 2-27).
Figure 2-27. PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu
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7. From the pop-up menu, click Set Capture Method
->Soft Break (Figure 2-28).
Figure 2-28. Set Capture Method->Soft Break
8. Click Load to connect to the radio (Figure 2-29).
Figure 2-29. Click Load
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9. On the Identification tab, type Owner information
(Figure 2-30).
Figure 2-30. PDL Identification Tab
The 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
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Figure 2-31. PDL Radio Link Tab
NOTICE
The 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 – None
NOTICE
Parity should always be set to None.
• Mode – Transparent w/EOT Timeout
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Figure 2-32. PDL Serial Interface Tab
12. 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
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13. Click Close and then Exit to quit the program
(Figure 2-34).
Figure 2-34. Click Close then Exit
14. 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.
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Figure 2-35. Connection Parameters – Manual Mode Only
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17. 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,115200
Figure 2-36. Manual Mode Command Responses
18. Click Disconnect (Figure 2-36). Continue with other
configuration or operation functions as needed.
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Configuring a GSM Radio Modem
NOTICE
To 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.
NOTICE
Configuration 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.
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3. Click Job->Config->Survey to open the Select Survey
Config dialog box (Figure 2-37).
Figure 2-37. Select a Survey Configuration
4. 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).
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If 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.
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6. 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 – 1
7. 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).
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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.
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The 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 Configuration
Use 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 configuration
To 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\BTCONF
2. 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.
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Each 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.
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To 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).
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Figure 2-40. Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen
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Notice 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 Connect
5. 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.
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Figure 2-42. BTCONF Identification Tab
Notice 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.
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Figure 2-43. BTCONF Parameters Tab
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8. 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.
NOTICE
If you do not need security settings, leave
these parameters disabled.
Figure 2-44. BTCONF Security Parameters
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9. 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 Tab
10. Click Disconnect then Exit (Figure 2-46) to quit BTCONF.
Figure 2-46. Click Disconnect then Exit
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Collecting Almanacs
Each 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.
NOTICE
If 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.
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Setup and Survey
This 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 Setup
To 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 3-2
3. 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.
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Set up HiPer+ Receiver
This 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 Height
The 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 used
Antennas 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.
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• 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.
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4. 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.)
30.50mm
SHMM
ARP
77.75mm
Figure 3-1. HiPer+ Antenna Offsets
• SHMM to ARP vertical offset = 30.50mm
• SHMM to ARP horizontal offset = 77.75mm
Table 3-1. HiPer+ Antenna Offset Measurements
To L1 Phase Center
Up
102mm
To L2 Phase Center
94mm
The 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
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6.
7.
8.
height 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.
Record the receiver serial number, antenna height, point
name, and start time in the field notes.
Press the power key and release it to turn the receiver on.
The STAT (status) light (LED) will blink red at first.
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.
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.
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9. 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.
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TIP
You 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 Survey
Static 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
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• 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 ambiguities
Generally, 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 singlefrequency 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 postprocessing software (for example, Pinnacle).
The procedure that follows describes the steps the operator
should take to perform a Static Survey using MINTER.
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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
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• 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 key
Figure 3-2. Configuration->Receiver->MINTER
3. 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
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Figure 3-3. Advanced->Multipath
4. Click the Loop Management tab and set the following
parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-4):
• Enable Co-Op tracking – enable
• Static mode – enable
Figure 3-4. Advanced->Loop Management
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5. Set up each antenna and receiver as described in “HiPer+
Receiver Setup” on page 3-1.
6. Begin your survey.
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Kinematic Survey
You can use the kinematic survey method for either a Stop
and go survey or a Kinematic continuous (trajectory) survey.
Stop and Go Survey
The 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 – enable
See to Table 4-1 on page 4-4 for FN key functions
and REC LED statuses.
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Figure 3-5. Rover MINTER Configuration
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NOTICE
Remember, 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.
TIP
Remember, 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.
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Kinematic Continuous
Kinematic 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 – enable
3. 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).
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6. 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 Survey
Real-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 Station
To 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.
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Figure 3-6. Legacy-E Base Station Setup
NOTICE
Connect 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.
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8. 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 Defaults
9. 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).
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Figure 3-8. Receiver Configuration – Positioning
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11. 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.
OR
Click Get from receiver.
OR
Enable 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.
NOTICE
The reference geodetic coordinates specified
here relate to the antenna L1 phase center.
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Figure 3-9. Base Tab Configuration
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12. 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).
TIP
For 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 – Ports
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13. Click Apply. The receiver begins sending data to the
selected port.
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If 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 Rover
Use 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.
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Figure 3-11. HiPer+ Rover Station Setup
1. 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).
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5. Select the Rover tab and set the desired Positioning
Mode (Figure 3-12).
Figure 3-12. Rover Tab Configuration
If 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
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integer 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 time
6. 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).
TIP
For Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, use a
38400 baud rate. For Spread Spectrum 915
MHz/2.4 GHz modems, use a 19200 baud rate.
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Figure 3-13. Rover Configuration – Ports
7. 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
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The 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 messages
If 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).
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Operation
This 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 firmware
Using the MINTER
The MINTER (Figure 4-1) is Topcon’s Minimum INTERface
used to display and control data input and output.
Power key
Reset Key
STAT (status LED)
BATT (battery LED)
REC (recording LED)
RX (modem LED)
FN key (function/recording)
Figure 4-1. MINTER
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Power Key
Pressing 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 Key
Pressing 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.
NOTICE
Only 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 LED
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Table 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.
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During 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.
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Table 4-1. FN Key Functions and REC LED Status
FN Key
REC LED
Status
When data recording is off, and the FN key is...
Not pressed
No light
No data recording.
Orange blink
Internal file system test in progress.
Red
No free memory; hardware problem
with data recording.
If FN key mode is “LED blink mode switch”
Pressed for < 1
second
Orange
Release to change information
mode.
If FN key mode is “Occupation mode switch”
Orange
No function.
If FN key mode is “LED blink mode switch”
Green
Pressed for 1–5
seconds
Release to start data recording (postprocessing occupation mode
undefined).
If FN key mode is “Occupation mode switch”
Green
Release to start recording
(Kinematic or Static post-processing
occupation mode)
Pressed for 5–8
seconds
Red
Release to turn serial port A baud
rate to 9600 bps.
Pressed for > 8
seconds
No light
No function.
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Table 4-1. FN Key Functions and REC LED Status
FN Key
REC LED
Status
When data recording is on, and the FN key is...
Red
No free memory; hardware problem
with data recording.
If FN key mode is “LED blink mode switch”
Green
Not pressed
Data recording started (postprocessing occupation mode
undefined).
If FN key mode is Occupation mode switch
Green
Data recording started (Kinematic
post-processing occupation mode).
Orange
Data recording started (Static postprocessing occupation mode).
If FN key mode is “LED blink mode switch”
Orange
Pressed for < 1
second
Release to change information
mode.
If FN key mode is “Occupation mode switch”
Orange
Release to toggle between Static and
Kinematic post-processing modes.
Pressed for 1–5
seconds
No light
Release to stop data recording.
Pressed for 5–8
seconds
Red
Release to turn serial port A baud
rate to 9600 bps.
Pressed for > 8
seconds
No light
No function (data recording still on).
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Battery LED
The color of the BATT LED indicates the level of internal
battery charge in the HiPer+:
• Green – indicates greater than 85% charge.
• Orange – indicates an intermediate charge.
• Red – indicates less than 15% charge.
The pattern of blinks of the BATT LED also indicates the
source of power.
• Solid light – an external power supply is used and the
batteries are not being charged.
• Blinking once a second – the batteries are being charged.
• Blinking once every five seconds – the HiPer+ uses the
internal batteries for power.
• Not blinking – the receiver is in Zero Power Mode or the
internal batteries are completely discharged and no
external power is connected.
NOTICE
When the internal batteries have completely
discharged and no external power is
connected, the receiver will go into Zero Power
Mode to prevent the batteries from over
discharging.
Modem LED
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The color of the RX LED indicates if the modem has power,
is receiving signals, or is turned off.
• No light – the modem is off.
• Green – the modem is on, but signal reception has not
started.
• Orange – the modem is receiving a signal.
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Information Modes
The HiPer+ has two information modes: Normal and
Extended Information Mode (EIM).
Normal
In normal mode, the STAT LED indicates the number of
tracked satellites and the position’s computation status.
Extended Information Mode (EIM)
Extended Information Mode is used for receiver testing
purposes. In this mode, the receiver continues to work as
usual, but the STAT LED indicates the following
“extended” information:
• Delimiter – an easily distinguishable double-blink
that shows the overall status of tests performed in
EIM. The STAT LED color for delimiter is calculated
from the colors of other STAT LED blinks.
–Orange: at least one blink is orange.
–Red: no orange blink and at least one red blink.
–Green: all other cases.
• Sufficient data for position computation.
• GPS S/N ratio is good (see Table 4-2).
• GLONASS S/N ratio is good (see Table 4-2).
• Oscillator’s frequency offset is less than three ppm.
• Oscillator's Allan Variance is better than 2.7e-10.
• Continuous tracking time is more than 15 minutes.
Table 4-2. Signal-to-Noise (S/N) “Good” Ratios
CA/L1
P/L1
P/L2
GPS
51
39
39
GLONASS
51
49
40
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In EIM, the STAT LED blinks seven times per cycle.
Each blink could be orange, red, or green.
• Orange – information for test unavailable.
• Green – receiver passed the test.
• Red – receiver failed the test.
1. To switch to EIM, press and quickly release (within
one second) the FN key on the MINTER.
2. Watch for the delimiter double-blink. With good
receiver, antenna, and observation conditions, all
blinks should be green within 15 minutes of
powering on.
• Green – ok
• Orange – wait
• Red – some tests failed
3. To switch back to normal, press the FN key.
Downloading Files to a Computer
When your survey finishes, you can download your survey files
to a computer for storage, post-processing, or backup. Also, the
HiPer+ memory holds a finite amount of files and information, so
downloading the files to your computer ensures that no files are
lost.
You should download files as soon as possible after collecting
data at the jobsite. PC-CDU provides a File Manager to
download files to your computer and delete files from the HiPer+.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.
AND
Enable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 4-2 on page 4-9).
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Figure 4-2. Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking
2. Click File->File Manager (Figure 4-3).
Figure 4-3. File->File Manager
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3. Click the Download path tab on the File Manager dialog box
(Figure 4-4).
Figure 4-4. Find Files to Download
4. Navigate to and open the folder in which to download and
store files.
OR
Type a new folder name and click Create to create a new
folder in which to download and store files. Open this new
folder.
5. Select the Download files tab.
6. Select the file(s) you want to download (Figure 4-5 on
page 4-11).
To select multiple files, hold down the Shift key and click on
nonsequential files to select several files at once; or, hold
down the Ctrl key and click on individual files.
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Figure 4-5. Download Files
7. Click the Download button. During the download, status
indicators display next to each file (Figure 4-6).
• Blue indicator – file in queue for downloading.
• Red indicator – file currently downloading.
• Green indicator – file has successfully downloaded.
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Figure 4-6. Download Files – Status Indicators
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8. Once the download completes, click Exit on the File
Manager dialog box.
9. Continue with other operations.
OR
Click File->Disconnect, then File->Exit to quit PC-CDU
(Figure 4-7).
Figure 4-7. Click Disconnect then Exit
Deleting Files
Use the following steps to delete files from your receiver.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.
AND
Enable RTS/CTS handshaking (Figure 4-8).
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Figure 4-8. Connection Parameters – RTS/CTS Handshaking
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2. Click File->File Manager (Figure 4-9).
Figure 4-9. File->Manager
3. On the Download files tab or Current log files tab, select the
file(s) you want to delete (Figure 4-10).
To select multiple files, hold down the Shift key and click on
nonsequential files to select several files at once; or hold
down the Ctrl key and click on individual files.
Figure 4-10. Delete Files
4. Click Delete (Figure 4-10).
5. Click Yes at the delete files confirmation dialog box. The
selected files are deleted.
6. Click Exit on the File Manager screen.
7. Continue with other operations.
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Click File->Disconnect, then File->Exit to quit
PC-CDU (Figure 4-11).
Figure 4-11. Click Disconnect then Exit
Checking an OAF
TIP
For a complete list of options and their details,
visit the Topcon website.
You can check the status of your receiver’s options, and load any
new OAF, using the RS232 cable, a computer, and PC-CDU.
Refer to the PC-CDU User’s Manual for a more complete
description of the PC-CDU software.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.
2. Click Tools->Receiver Options (Figure 4-12).
Figure 4-12. Tools->Receiver Options
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The Option Manager screen displays (Figure 4-13 on
page 4-16) and contains the following information:
• Option name – a name/description of the option
• Current – the current status of the option
• Purchased – if the option is purchased or not
• Leased – if the option is leased or not
• Expiration date – the date the option will be disabled, if
applicable
Since Options can be both purchased and leased, the
“Current” status of the option displays the currently effective
value. Option values can be:
• -1 or “-----” – the firmware version does not support this
option.
• 0 – the receiver option is disabled.
• positive integer – the option is enabled.
• yes or no – the option is either enabled or disabled.
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Figure 4-13. Option Manager
3. When finished, click Exit on the Option Manager screen,
then click File->Disconnect to prevent conflicts with serial
port management.
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Loading an OAF
Topcon Positioning System dealers provide customers with OAF
files. For any OAF related questions, E-mail TPS at
options@topconps.com. Please have your receiver ID number
available (see “Checking Firmware Version” on page 4-21).
1. To load a new OAF, follow steps one and two in “Checking
an OAF” on page 4-14.
2. Click Load at the bottom of the Option Manager screen (see
Figure 4-13 on page 4-16).
3. Navigate to the location of the new Option Authorized File.
OAFs have .jpo or .tpo extensions and are unique to each
receiver (Figure 4-14).
Figure 4-14. Load OAF
4. Select the appropriate file and click Open
(Figure 4-14). The new receiver option loads onto the
receiver and the Option Manager table updates.
5. When finished, click Exit on the Option Manager screen,
then click File->Disconnect to prevent conflicts with serial
port management.
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Managing HiPer+ Memory
When using the HiPer+ in static or dynamic applications, you
may need to know the amount of memory the receiver’s log file
occupies. The specific memory size depends on the type of data
being recorded. Use the formulas below to compute the
approximate size of the receiver’s log files.
• SS – the estimated size of one epoch of raw data in the
receiver’s log file (expressed in bytes).
• N – the number of observed satellites per epoch.
When recording only L1 data:
SS = 183 + 22*N
When recording L1 and L2 data:
SS = 230 + 44*N
Clearing the NVRAM
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The receiver’s Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM)
holds data required for satellite tracking, such as ephemeris data
and receiver position. The NVRAM also keeps the current
receiver’s settings, such as active antenna input, elevation masks
and recording interval, and information about the receiver’s
internal file system.
Even though clearing the NVRAM is not a common (nor
normally a recommended) operation, there are times when
clearing the NVRAM can eliminate communication or tracking
problems. Clearing the NVRAM in your HiPer+ can be
interpreted as a “soft boot” in your computer.
Firmware versions 2.2p1 or higher keep the PDL modem on after
clearing the NVRAM.
After clearing the NVRAM, your receiver will require some time
to collect new ephemerides and almanacs (around 15 minutes).
Clearing the NVRAM of your receiver will not delete any files
already recorded in your receiver’s memory. However, it will
reset your receiver to factory default values.
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In addition, the NVRAM is used to keep information about the
receiver file system. Note that after clearing the NVRAM, the
receiver's STAT LED will flash orange for a few seconds
indicating that the receiver is scanning and checking the file
system.
You can clear the NVRAM using either the MINTER or
PC-CDU.
Using MINTER to Clear NVRAM
1. Press the power key to turn off the receiver.
2. Press and hold the FN key.
3. Press and hold the power key for about one second.
Release the power key while continuing to hold the FN
key.
4. Wait until the STAT and REC LEDs are green
5. Wait until the STAT and REC LEDs blink orange.
6. Release the FN key while the STAT and REC LEDs
blink orange.
Using PC-CDU to Clear NVRAM
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting
the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this
procedure.
2. Click Tools->Clear NVRAM (Figure 4-15). The REC
LED rapidly flashes green and red; the STAT LED
flashes red.
Figure 4-15. Tools->Clear NVRAM
The receiver automatically disconnects once the NVRAM is
cleared.
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Changing Receiver Modes
The HiPer+ receiver has four modes, two information modes and
two power modes:
• Normal Mode
• Extended Information Mode
• Sleep Mode
• Zero Power Mode
See “Information Modes” on page 4-7 for a description of
Normal Mode and Extended Information Mode.
Sleep Mode
In sleep mode, the power board and Bluetooth module will
continue to draw power from the batteries, causing the
batteries to drain over time. Put the receive in Zero Power
Mode to prevent this (see “Zero Power Mode” on page 4-20).
Follow these steps to put the HiPer+ into sleep mode.
1. Turn on your receiver.
2. Press the receiver’s power key for more than four
seconds and less than eight seconds. The STAT LED will
be orange. The receiver enters Sleep Mode.
3. Any activity on the RS232 port will turn the receiver on.
NOTICE
If you press the power key for more than 14
seconds, it will be ignored. This protects
receiver operation against stuck keys.
Zero Power Mode
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When your HiPer+ is off, even in Sleep Mode, the power
board will continue to draw power from the batteries. This
means that if you fully charge your receiver, turn it off and
store it, the receiver will drain its battery power in less than
two months. To stop the power board and Bluetooth module
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from draining the batteries, put your receiver in Zero Power
Mode.
1. Turn on your receiver.
2. Press and hold the power key for more than 8 seconds,
but less than 14 seconds.
3. Release the power key when both LEDs become red.
When the LEDs turn off, your receiver will be in Zero
Power Mode.
4. Press the Reset key for about one second to return to
Normal mode.
NOTICE
When the internal batteries have completely
discharged and no external power is
connected, the receiver will go into Zero Power
Mode automatically to prevent the batteries
from over discharging.
Checking Firmware Version
You can use PC-CDU to check the firmware version of your
receiver.
NOTICE
The HiPer+ receiver should be loaded with
firmware version 2.3p1 or later.
CAUTION
Do not use firmware versions 2.3 or older.
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1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.
2. Click on Help->About (Figure 4-16).
Figure 4-16. Help->About
The About PC-CDU dialog box opens (Figure 4-17).
Figure 4-17. About PC-CDU
About PC-CDU lists important information about the
different hardware accessories and software properties. This
list includes the following, which you will need if you
contact TPS or your dealer:
• Receiver model
• Receiver ID
• Firmware version
3. When finished, click OK, then click File->Disconnect to
prevent conflicts with serial port management.
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Loading New Firmware
Base and Rover receivers must be loaded with the same firmware
version. Use the latest firmware version, available for download
from the TPS website, to ensure your receiver has access to the
most recent updates.
The receiver board and power board must be loaded with
firmware from the same package. The Bluetooth module’s
firmware is independent of the receiver card and power board,
and has a different firmware package.
The HiPer+ uses FLoader, a Windows®-based utility, to load
firmware onto the receiver and power boards. You can download
FLoader to your computer from the TPS website. For more
information, refer to the FLoader User’s Manual, also available
on the TPS website.
1. Download and install FLoader, if applicable.
2. Download and unzip the new firmware package(s) to your
computer.
3. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.
4. Activate FLoader (Figure 4-18).
Figure 4-18. FLoader Main Screen
5. On the Connection tab, select the COM port on your
computer that connects with your receiver and select its
speed (usually 115200) (Figure 4-18).
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See the following sections to load the appropriate firmware.
Receiver and Power Board Firmware
Receiver and power board firmware is released as a
compressed file that you download and decompress. This file
contains the following three files:
• ramimage.ldr – the Receiver board RAM file
• main.ldp – the Receiver board Flash file
• powbrd.ldr – the Power board RAM file
NOTICE
You must load all three files when loading new
firmware. These files must come from the same
firmware package.
1. In FLoader, select the Device tab and set the Device
Type as Receiver (Figure 4-19).
Figure 4-19. Get Device Type
2. Click Get from Device for device information
(Figure 4-19).
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3. Select the Program tab and set the Capture Method to
Soft Break Capture (recommended) (Figure 4-20).
Figure 4-20. Program Tab Settings
4. Browse for and select the receiver board’s RAM file and
Flash file (Figure 4-20).
5. Click Load and wait until 100% of the files load into
your receiver.
NOTICE
If you selected an incorrect RAM or Flash file,
an error message displays at the bottom of the
dialog box. Reselect the correct file.
6. Select the Device tab and set the Device Type as
Receiver’s Power Board (Figure 4-21).
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Figure 4-21. Set Device Type
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7. Click Get from Device for device information
(Figure 4-21 on page 4-25).
8. Select the Program tab and set the Capture Method to
Soft Break Capture (recommended) (Figure 4-22).
Figure 4-22. Program Tab Settings
9. Browse for and select the Power board’s RAM file
(Figure 4-22).
10. Click Load and wait until 100% of the power board file
loads into your receiver.
NOTICE
If you selected an incorrect RAM file, an error
message displays at the bottom of the dialog
box. Reselect the correct file.
11. Click File->Exit.
12. Clear the receiver’s NVRAM (see “Clearing the
NVRAM” on page 4-18) and update the almanac (see
“Collecting Almanacs” on page 2-49) after loading new
firmware.
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Bluetooth Module Firmware
Bluetooth module firmware is released as a compressed file
that you download and decompress. This file contains the
following two files:
• btloader.ldr – the Bluetooth module RAM file
• btmain.ldp – the Bluetooth module Flash file
NOTICE
You must load both files when loading new
firmware. These files must come from the same
firmware package.
1. In FLoader, select the Device tab and set the Device
Type as Receiver (Figure 4-23).
Figure 4-23. Get Device Type
2. Click Get from Device for device information
(Figure 4-23).
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3. Select the Program tab and set the Capture Method to
Soft Break Capture (recommended) (Figure 4-24).
Figure 4-24. Program Tab Settings
4. Browse for and select the Bluetooth module’s RAM file
and Flash file (Figure 4-24).
5. Click Load and wait until 100% of the files load into
your receiver (Figure 4-25).
Figure 4-25. Bluetooth Firmware Load Complete
NOTICE
If you selected an incorrect RAM or Flash file,
an error message displays at the bottom of the
dialog box. Reselect the correct file.
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Chapter 5
Troubleshooting
In general, as long as you follow the maintenance and safety
instructions provided in this manual, you should have few
problems with your HiPer+. This chapter will help you diagnose
and solve some common problems you may encounter with your
HiPer+ receiver.
Before contacting TPS Customer support about any problems
with the receiver, try the following:
• Reset the receiver using PC-CDU (click Tools->Reset
receiver).
• Restore factory default settings using PC-CDU (click
Configuration->Receiver, then Set all parameters to
defaults).
• Clear the NVRAM (see “Clearing the NVRAM” on
page 4-18).
• Initialize the file system (click Tools->Initialize file system;
this will erase all files inside the receiver).
WARNING
Do not attempt to repair equipment
yourself. Doing so will void your warranty
and may damage the hardware.
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Power Problems
All HiPer+ receivers are preset in the factory as “Auto Mode” for
both the power and charger. If you want to check these settings,
1. Connect your receiver and computer and run PC-CDU (see
“Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5).
2. Once connected, click Configuration->Receiver.
3. On the General tab, view the Power and Charger fields.
These fields should be set to Auto. If not, change them to
Auto and click Apply.
TIP
Clearing the NVRAM will also return the
receiver to Auto Mode (see “Clearing the
NVRAM” on page 4-18).
Problem
The receiver does not power up.
Causes
Solutions
The receiver may be in Press the Reset key.
Zero Power Mode.
If no external power
source used, batteries
may be discharged.
Connect a fully charged external power
source and retry. See “Powering the
HiPer+” on page 2-2.
The receiver has an
Charge the batteries overnight. See
external power source, “Powering the HiPer+” on page 2-2.
but internal batteries
are discharged.
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The receiver may have
a defective charger or
defective internal
batteries.
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Receiver Problems
The following are some of the most commonly encountered
receiver problems.
Problem
The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or
external controller.
Causes
Solutions
The receiver’s Port B
has been disabled,
preventing wireless
communication
between the HiPer+
and a Bluetoothenabled external
device.
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,
enable the Slot 3 (B) check box.
The Daisy Chain mode See Step 14 on page 2-38 for the
is still active.
procedure to turn off the Daisy Chain.
The cable is not
properly plugged in.
• Check that the cable connector is
attached to the correct serial port.
• Unplug the cable, then securely and
properly reconnect it to the receiver.
• See “External Components” on
page 1-14 and “Connector
Specifications” on page B-10 for
information on the receiver’s
connectors.
The cable is damaged. • Use an undamaged cable.
• Contact your Dealer to purchase new
cables.
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The receiver port used 1. Connect your receiver and a
for connection is not in
computer using a free port (see
Command mode.
“Connecting the HiPer+ and a
Computer” on page 2-5) and start
PC-CDU.
2. Click Configuration->Receiver
->Ports.
3. Change the Input for the serial port
used for connection to Command.
Problem
The receiver does not lock on to satellites for a long period of
time.
Causes
Solutions
The receiver stores an
old almanac.
• Update the almanac.
• See “Collecting Almanacs” on
page 2-49.
The antenna cable is
damaged.
• Use an undamaged cable.
• Contact your Dealer to purchase new
cables.
Problem
The receiver tracks too few satellites.
Causes
Solutions
The elevation mask
value is too high (e.g.,
above 15 degrees).
• Lower the elevation mask.
• See page 2-25 for information on
setting the elevation mask.
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The survey is
conducted near
obstructions (tree
canopy, tall buildings,
etc.).
• Check that the Multipath Reduction
boxes have been enabled.
1. Connect your receiver and a
computer and start PC-CDU.
See “Connecting the HiPer+
and a Computer” on page 2-5.
2. Click Configuration
->Advanced->Multipath
Reduction and enable the two
boxes.
• Move to an area free of obstructions.
Problem
The receiver cannot obtain Code Differential and/or RTK
solutions.
Causes
Solutions
An improper receiver • Choose the correct receiver status.
status has been chosen.
1. Connect your receiver and a
computer and start PC-CDU.
See “Connecting the HiPer+
and a Computer” on page 2-5.
2. Click Configuration->Base or
Configuration->Rover and
ensure the receiver has the
correct status (kinematic,
RTK, or static)
• See “Surveying with the HiPer+” on
page 3-5 for further information.
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The corresponding
• See “Checking an OAF” on
receiver options may
page 4-14 for details on how to
be disabled or expired.
check current options.
• Enable the corresponding receiver
options.
• Contact your dealer to purchase
current receiver options.
There are not enough
common satellites. In
order to obtain a fixed
solution, the Base and
Rover should track at
least five common
satellites.
• Ensure that both the Rover and Base
receivers use the same, and updated,
almanac. See “Collecting Almanacs”
on page 2-49.
• Check the elevation masks of the
Rover and Base receivers; they
should be the same. See page 2-25
for information on setting the
elevation mask.
Poor satellite geometry Conduct your survey when PDOP
(PDOP/GDOP values values are low.
are too high).
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The elevation mask is
above 15 degrees.
• Lower the elevation mask.
• See page 2-25 for information on
setting the elevation mask.
The receiver and the
antenna have a poor
connection.
• Ensure the cable is undamaged.
• Check the cable connector
attachment to the receiver. Remove
and reattach the cable connector to
ensure a secure connection.
The Base and Rover
modems are set to
different radio
channels.
• Set the Base and Rover receivers to
the same radio channel.
• See “Radio Configuration” on
page 2-30.
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A discrepancy exists
between the
differential standards
used at the Base and
Rover receivers.
Ensure the Base and Rover receivers
use the same corrections input/output
format:
1. Connect your receiver and a
computer and start PC-CDU. See
“Connecting the HiPer+ and a
Computer” on page 2-5.
2. Click Configuration->Receiver
->Ports and set the same input/
output format for both receivers.
The specified link rate • Change the link rate to that which
is not compatible with
your modem supports. See the
the link rates the
modem’s manual for link rate
modem supports.
support information.
The link rate is the rate • See “Radio Configuration” on
at which data transmits
page 2-30 for checking the current
over the RF link.
link rate and changing the link rate.
The specified baud rate • Change the baud rate to that which
your modem supports. See the
is not compatible with
modem’s manual for baud rate
the baud rates the
support information.
modem supports.
• See “Radio Configuration” on
The baud rate is the
page 2-30 for checking the current
rate at which the
baud rate and changing the baud
receiver transmits
rate.
differential messages
to the modem and vice
versa.
The Digisquelch
The Digisquelch control at the
control at the
transmitting modem should be On and
transmitting modem is set to Low.
set incorrectly.
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The Digisquelch
The Digisquelch control at the
control at the receiving receiving modem should be On and set
modem is set
to Medium or High.
incorrectly.
The modem battery is
low.
• Attach an external power source to
the receiver. See “External Batteries”
on page 2-3.
• See “Powering the HiPer+” on
page 2-2.
Poor bandwidth quality Use another frequency channel for
(a high number of
both the Base and Receiver modems.
jamming signals).
The distance between
the Base and Rover is
too far.
• Close the distance between the Base
and Rover.
• Use a radio repeater.
Problem
The receiver does not start data logging.
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Causes
Solutions
The receiver has no
free space for files.
• Download receiver files to a
computer (if needed) and delete files
(see “Downloading Files to a
Computer” on page 4-8 and
“Deleting Files” on page 4-12).
• Use the AFRM feature. See
“Automatic File Rotation Mode
(AFRM) parameters” on page 2-26.
The receiver has
already logged 256
files into the internal
memory.
• Delete unnecessary files (see
“Deleting Files” on page 4-12)
• Use the AFRM feature. See
“Automatic File Rotation Mode
(AFRM) parameters” on page 2-26.
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Bluetooth Problems
The following are some of the most commonly encountered error
messages. BTCONF reports the error messages in the status bar.
Error Message
Can’t find receiver.
Causes
Solutions
The receiver is turned
off.
Ensure the receiver has power and is
turned on.
The cable’s connectors • Check that the cable connector is
are improperly
attached to the correct serial port.
attached.
• Unplug the cable, then securely and
properly reconnect it to the receiver.
The cable is damaged. • Use an undamaged cable.
• Contact your Dealer to purchase a
new cable.
The COM port the
receiver is attached to
differs from the one
selected in BTCONF.
Ensure that the RS232 cable is attached
to the COM port specified in the
BTCONF communication port dropdown list. See “Bluetooth Module
Configuration” on page 2-43 for
details.
The receiver port used 1. Connect your receiver and a
for connection is not in
computer using a free port (see
Command mode.
“Connecting the HiPer+ and a
Computer” on page 2-5) and start
PC-CDU.
2. Click Configuration->Receiver
->Ports.
3. Change the Input for the serial port
used for connection to Command.
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The settings for Port B • The settings for Port B are: 115200
may have been
baud rate, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no
changed.
parity, and no handshaking.
• Try enabling RTS/CTS handshaking
for Port B. Do not change other
settings.
The corresponding
• See “Checking an OAF” on
receiver options may
page 4-14 for details on how to
be disabled or expired.
check current options.
• Enable the corresponding receiver
options.
• Contact your dealer to purchase
current receiver options.
Error Message
Can’t find Bluetooth.
Causes
Solution
The receiver’s Slot 3 is 1. Connect your receiver and a
turned off.
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,
enable the Slot 3 (B) check box.
The Bluetooth module Close the connection with the device,
is linked with another then connect to your receiver.
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Bluetooth Problems
The Bluetooth
module’s processor is
overloaded.
1. Put your receiver in Zero Power
Mode. See “Zero Power Mode” on
page 4-20 for details.
2. Press the Reset key for about one
second to return the receiver to
normal mode.
3. Re-connect to the Bluetooth
module.
The receiver does not
have a Bluetooth
module.
Contact your dealer to purchase a
Bluetooth enabled receiver.
Error Message
Open COM# port failed: Access is denied.
Causes
Solution
Another application
• Close the application, then reuses the computer port
connect.
dedicated for
• Connect the receiver via another,
connection
unused computer port.
Problem
After searching for available devices, none are discovered.
Causes
Solution
The receiver is not
receiving power.
• Check that the receiver is getting
power and is turned on.
• Check that the power cable is
attached to the correct serial port.
• Unplug the cable, then securely and
properly reconnect it to the receiver.
• If the power cable is damaged,
contact your Dealer to purchase a
new cable.
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Troubleshooting
The receiver’s Slot 3 is 1. Connect your receiver and a
turned off.
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,
enable the Slot 3 (B) check box.
The devices may be
• Verify that your devices are within
out of acceptable radio
acceptable radio range.
range.
• Move the devices within radio range.
Problem
Can see the icon for the receiver’s Bluetooth module on the
computer screen, but cannot connect to it.
Causes
Solution
Device security
settings probably
differ.
• Make sure your Bluetooth enabled
devices use the same security
settings.
• See “Bluetooth Module
Configuration” on page 2-43,
specifically Figure 2-44 on page 247 for details on changing security
settings.
Bluetooth module
settings may have
changed.
1. If you changed settings for your
Bluetooth module, remove it from
the list of discovered Bluetooth
devices using the Bluetooth
manager program (supplied with
the device used to manage the
receiver).
2. Repeat the search.
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Appendix A
Creating Scripts
Script files allow you to save manual commands into one file.
You can then load this single script instead of typing each
individual command. Use the following procedure to create script
files.
TIP
For more information on script files, see the
PC-CDU User’s Manual.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
HiPer+ and a Computer” on page 2-5 for this procedure.
2. Start PC-CDU.
3. Click on File->Manual Mode.
4. Click Edit script.
5. Navigate to the folder in which you want to save the script
file.
6. Type the file name. All files have a .jpc extension.
For example, Daisy_38400.jpc to enable the daisy chain and
Daisy_Off.jpc to disable the daisy chain.
7. Click Yes to create the file.
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8. Type in the appropriate commands, and press Enter after
each one. See Table A-1 for these commands.
Table A-1. Script Commands
To Create Daisy Chain
%%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/c
To End Daisy Chain
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,115200
9. Click Save script.
10. Click Close editor.
Once you have created a script file,
1.
2.
3.
4.
Click Load script on the Manual Mode dialog box.
Navigate to the folder that contains your script file.
Select the appropriate script file and click Open.
Press Enter or click Send command to run the script file.
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Appendix B
Specifications
This TPS product is a 40-channel GPS+ (GPS and GLONASS)
receiver with an internal antenna, an internal UHF or GSM radio,
a Bluetooth wireless technology module, and a rugged aluminum
housing complete with MINTER and cable connectors.
HiPer+ Specifications
Table B-1 lists HiPer+ component details.
Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
Receiver Type
Euro-112 GGD – set by activating the proper OAF:
G – GPS L1
GD – GPS L1/L2
GG – GPS/GLONASS L1
GGD – GPS/GLONASS L1/L2
Tracking Specifications
Standard Channels
20 L1 GPS, L1/L2 GPS, L1/L2 GLONASS, L1/L2
GPS + L1/L2 GLONASS, WAAS/EGNOS
Optional
Cinderella days (see page B-9 for details)
Tracked Signals
L1/L2 C/A and P Code and Carrier,
WAAS/EGNOS
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Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
Survey Mode
Static
Kinematic (Continuous, Stop and Go)
RTK (Real-time Kinematic)
DGPS (Differential GPS)
Survey Accuracy
Static, Fast Static
For L1+L2 – H: 3mm + 1ppm x D;
V: 5mm + 1.4ppm x D
For L1 – H: 5mm + 1.4ppm x D;
V: 7mm + 1.9ppm x D
Kinematic
For L1+ L2 – H: 10mm + 1.5ppm x D;
V: 15mm + 2.0ppm x D
For L1 – H: 15mm + 2.0ppm x D;
V: 20mm + 2.5ppm x D
RTK
For L1+ L2 – H: 10mm + 1.5ppm x D;
V: 15mm + 2.0ppm x D
For L1 – H: 15mm + 2.0ppm x D;
V: 20mm + 2.5ppm x D
Cold Start
Warm Start
Reacquisition
< 60 sec
< 10 sec
< 1 sec
Technology
Co-Op tracking
Low signal tracking
Advanced Multipath mitigation
WAAS
Adjustable PLL and DLL parameters
Radio Modem
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Spread Spectrum
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transceiver
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Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
UHF Radio modem
Internal Rx or External Tx/Rx
GSM modem
Europe and Asia – 900/1800 MHz
USA and Canada – 900/1900 MHz
Bluetooth Module specifications
Type
Class 2
Service classes
Miscellaneous
Supported profiles
LM, L2CAP, SDP, PPP
Frequency Country
Code
North America and Europe
Data Storage and Display
Status Indicators
Four, three-color LED’s
Controls
Three function keys
Data Features
Up to 20 Hz update rate for real time position and
raw data (code and carrier)
10cm code phase and 0.1mm carrier phase
precision
RTCM SC104 version 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 I/O
Multiple Base RTCM
Geoid and Magnetic Variation models
RAIM
Different DATUMs support
Output of grid coordinates
CMR and CMR+ support
I/O
Communication
Ports
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Specifications
Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
Connectors
Modem Antenna, 1PPS output (optional), Event
Marker input (optional), PWR, USB
MINTER
Four external LEDs
ON/OFF control input
Antenna
GPS/GLONASS
Antenna
Internal
Antenna Type
Microstrip
Memory
Internal Memory
Compact flash card (non-removable)
Capacity
Standard – 0 MB
Max – 1 G
Logging Time
53 hours (8 MB, 15sec, L1/L2, 7 satellites)
Logging Interval
0.05 to 86400 seconds, depending on purchased
options
Power
Internal battery
Li-ion, 3000 mAh, 7.4 V
Battery size
132 x 35 x 18 (mm)
Battery weight
165 g (1 battery)
Number of built-in
batteries
2 batteries
Change battery
non-detachable battery
Operating time
~11.5 hours with UHF PDL Radio ON
~13.5 hours with UHF PDL Radio OFF
External power
1 port
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Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
Input voltage
6 to 28 V DC (for work)
9 to 28 V DC (for charge battery)
Minimum Charge Current >=2 Amp
Consumption
Typical: 2.5W
Maximum: 2.7W
On-board
Backup battery for timekeeping and almanac data
storage
10 years minimum operation
Environment
Operating
temperature
-30 C° to + 60 C° with batteries
Storage temperature
-40 C° to +75 C° with batteries
Physical
Enclosure
Aluminum extrusion, rainproof
Color
Topcon Yellow
Dimensions
W:158.5 x H:113 x D:173 mm
Weight
1.72 kg
Antenna
Internal
Battery
Two internal
Controller
External
Mounting
5/8-11
Seals
Silicon (molding in Color)
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Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
Keys
Three keys:
Power – On/Off
Function (FN) – start/stop data logging; switch
information mode.
Reset – receiver hardware reset
LEDs
Four LEDs:
STAT – satellite and receiver status
REC – record and data status
BATT – battery status
RX – modem status
NMEA
NMEA version
Ver. 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.0 output
Messages
GGA, GLL, GNS, GRS, GSA, GST, GSV, HDT,
RMC, VTG, ZDA, ROT
Output interval
1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional
DGPS
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Correction format
RTCM SC104 Ver 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3
RTCM message type
1, 3, 9, 31, 32, 34; user selectable
Process interval
1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional
Output interval for
RTCM correction
data
1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional
Elevation mask
0 to 90 deg (independent of data logging)
Multi-base DGPS
Differential correction select mode: Nearest, Mix,
Best (optional)
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Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
RTK
Correction format
CMR2/CMR+ (Trimble compatible), RTCM
SC104 Ver 2.2 or 2.3
RTCM message type
3, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22; user selectable
Reverse RTK
Will be available in future
Ambiguity initialize
OTF (L1, L1/L2)
Baseline Length
Up to 50km in the morning and evening. Up to 32
km at noon.
Initialize time
5 seconds to 10 min depending on the base line
length and multipath conditions
Output interval for
CMR/RTCM
1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional
Elevation
0 to 90 degrees (independent of data logging)
Solution mode
Delay (synchronization)
Extrapolation (not synchronized)
Process interval
1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional
Latency
Delay mode – 20 msec to 20 sec (depends on
latency which receives corrections data from base
receiver)
Extrapolation – 20 to 30 msec
Raw Data logging
The receiver can record raw data at another interval
during RTK operation
Status
Fix, Float, DOP, Data Link Status, Modem Latency,
Common satellites, Percentage of fixing
Results
RTK coordinates, HRMS, VRMS, Covariance
Matrix
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B-7
Specifications
Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Ambiguity fixing
level
Details
Selectable thresholds
Low: 95%; Medium: 99.5%; High: 99.9%
PPS Output (optional)
Number of PPS ports
Edge
Rise, Fall
Period
10 to 1000000000 ms
Offset
-500000000 to 500000000 msec
-500000 to 500000 nsec
Reference time
GPS, GLONASS, UTC (USNO), UTC (SU)
Event Marker (optional)
Number of Event
Marker ports
Edge
Rise, Fall
Reference time
GPS, GLONASS, UTC (USNO), UTC (SU)
Tracking Functions
Multi-path reduction
Code and Carrier
PLL/DLL setting
Bandwidth, order, adjustable
Co-op tracking loop
setting
On/Off, Static Mode, Bandwidth of individual PLL,
Bandwidth of common PLL
Smoothing interval
Code and Carrier
WAAS/EGNOS
Standard
Battery Charger (AC Adapter)
B-8
Size
W:60 x L:112 x H:36 mm
Weight
235 g
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Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications
Component
Details
Operating
Temperature
0 C° to +40 C°
Storage Temperature
-40 C° to +85 C°
Input
AC 90 to 264 V 1A (110 V AC)
47 to 63 Hz
Output
DC 12 V 2.5 A (30 W)
Connector
Input (AC): Outlet
Output (DC): Fisher 5 Pin
Battery charge time
7 hours for Full Charge
6 hours for 90% Charge
Cinderella days is an option that turns a single frequency, GPS
receiver into a dual-frequency, GPS+GLONASS receiver for 24
hours every other Tuesday at GPS midnight. Refer to Topcon’s
website for more information and specific Cinderella day dates.
NOTICE
Performance specifications assume a
minimum of 6 GPS or 7 GPS/GLONASS
satellites above 15 degrees in elevation and
adherence to the procedures recommended in
this manual.
NOTICE
In areas of high multipath, during periods of
large PDOP, and during periods of increased
ionospheric activity, performance may
degrade.
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Specifications
NOTICE
Use robust checking procedures in areas of
extreme multipath or under dense foliage.
Connector Specifications
This section lists HiPer+ connector details.
Radio (Modem) RF Connector
The Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modem connector type
(Table B-2) is a BNC Bulkhead Jack RF connector with an
Applied Engineering Product part number of 6501-7051-003.
Table B-2. Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) Modem Connector Specifications
Type
BNC
Signal Name
Modem I/O
Dir
Details
RF input from PDL antenna
Spread Spectrum modem (TPS) or GSM modem connector
type (Table B-3) is a TNC RF connector.
Table B-3. Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications
Type
TNC
Signal Name
Modem I/O
Dir
I/O
Details
RF input from modem
antenna
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Connector Specifications
Power Connector
The power connector (Figure B-1) is a sealed receptacle, 5
pin, ODU part number G80F1C-T05QF00-0000.
Figure B-1. Power Connector
Table B-4 gives power connector specifications.
Table B-4. Power Connector Specifications
Number
Signal Name
Dir
Details
Power_INP
6 to 28 volts DC input
Power_INP
6 to 28 volts DC input
Power_GND
Ground, power return
Power_GND
Ground, power return
Not used
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Serial C-RS232 Connector
For ports A and D. The RS232 connectors (Figure B-2) are
sealed receptacle, 7 pin, ODU part number G80F1CT07QC00-0000.
Figure B-2. RS232 Connector
Table B-5 gives the RS232 cable connector specifications.
Table B-5. RS232 Connector Specifications
Number
Signal Name
Dir
Details
Power_OUT
Power Output (I<0.2 A)
GND
Signal ground
CTS
Clear to send
RTS
Request to send
RXD
Receive data
TXD
Transmit data
Not used
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Connector Specifications
USB Connector
The USB connector is a sealed receptacle, 5 pin, ODU part
number G80F1C-T05QF00-0000 (Figure B-3).
Figure B-3. USB Connector
Table B-6 gives the USB connector specifications.
Table B-6. USB Connector Specifications
Number
Signal Name
Dir
Details
Not used
USB_PWR
Bus power
GND
Ground
USB D+
I/O
Data plus
USB D-
I/O
Data minus
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Notes:
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Appendix C
Safety Warnings
General Warnings
NOTICE
To comply with RF exposure requirements,
maintain at least 20cm between the user and
the GSM radio modem.
WARNING
The HiPer+ is designed for survey and
survey related uses (i.e., surveying
coordinates, distances, angles and depths,
and recording such measurements). This
product should never be used:
– Without the user thoroughly
understanding this manual.
– After disabling safety systems or altering
the product.
– With unauthorized accessories.
– Without proper safeguards at the survey
site.
– Contrary to applicable laws, rules, and
regulations.
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Safety Warnings
DANGER
THE HIPER+ SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. USE IN RAIN OR
SNOW FOR A LIMITED PERIOD IS PERMITTED.
Internal Battery Pack Warnings
DANGER
NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE HIPER+ CASING
OR REPLACE THE BATTERIES! LITHIUM-ION
BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS IF MISHANDLED!
DANGER
DO NOT INCINERATE OR HEAT BATTERY PACK
ABOVE 212 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT (100 DEGREES
CELSIUS). EXCESSIVE HEAT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE EXPLOSION.
WARNING
Tampering with the internal batteries by end
users or non-factory authorized technicians
will void the receiver’s warranty.
– Do not attempt to open the battery pack or
replace it.
– Do not disassemble the battery pack.
C-2
– Do not charge in conditions different than
specified.
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Usage Warnings
– Do not use other than the specified
battery charger.
– Do not short circuit.
– Do not crush or modify.
CAUTION
When plugging the power/charger cable
into an outlet, use a grounded, main socket
outlet.
Usage Warnings
CAUTION
If this product has been dropped, altered,
transported or shipped without proper
packaging, or otherwise treated without
care, erroneous measurements may occur.
The owner should periodically test this
product to ensure it provides accurate
measurements.
Inform TPS immediately if this product does
not function properly.
CAUTION
Only allow authorized TPS warranty service
centers to service or repair this product.
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Notes:
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Appendix D
UHF Radio Usage
NOTICE
Many countries require a license for radio
users (such as the United States). Be sure you
comply with all local laws while operating a
UHF radio.
Surveying in RTK mode has made UHF the most popular choice
for communications between Base and Rover receivers. The user
should know the strengths and weaknesses of this technology to
get the best use out of your HiPer+ receiver.
The quality and strength on the UHF signals translates into the
range of your UHF communications. The following concepts will
help you get the most out of your UHF based communication
systems:
1. Your system’s range will greatly depend on the local
conditions.
Topography, local communications and even meteorological
conditions play a major role in the possible range of your
RTK communications. A 35 Watt base radio will allow your
HiPer+ receiver to reach distances of up to 12 miles using the
standard antenna, depending on local conditions. Distances
in the order of 4 to 7 miles (6 to 11 km) can be easily
reached.
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UHF Radio Usage
TIP
Use a scanner to find clear channels for
communication.
2. Your system’s range will increase by adjusting the antenna of
your Base station in one of the following ways.
• Ensure the Base radio has a fully charged battery.
• Use directional antennas and/or repeaters to increase your
system’s range. Directional antennas concentrate the signal
power within a more narrow direction, significantly
increasing the range of your system.
• Check out the TPS accessory line for various items to raise
your Base radio.
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Appendix E
Warranty Terms
TPS laser and electronic positioning equipment are guaranteed
against defective material and workmanship under normal use
and application consistent with this Manual. The equipment is
guaranteed for the period indicated, on the warranty card
accompanying the product, starting from the date that the product
is sold to the original purchaser by TPS’ Authorized Dealers.1
During the warranty period, TPS will, at its option, repair or
replace this product at no additional charge. Repair parts and
replacement products will be furnished on an exchange basis and
will be either reconditioned or new. This limited warranty does
not include service to repair damage to the product resulting from
an accident, disaster, misuses, abuse or modification of the
product.
Warranty service may be obtained from an authorized TPS
warranty service dealer. If this product is delivered by mail,
purchaser agrees to insure the product or assume the risk of loss
or damage in transit, to prepay shipping charges to the warranty
service location and to use the original shipping container or
equivalent. A letter should accompany the package furnishing a
description of the problem and/or defect.
The purchaser’s sole remedy shall be replacement as provided
above. In no event shall TPS be liable for any damages or other
claim including any claim for lost profits, lost savings or other
incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or
inability to use, the product.
1. The warranty against defects in Topcon battery, charger, or cable
is 90 days.
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Index
AFRM 2-26
Almanac 2-49
broadcast data 1-4
collecting 2-49
ephemerides 1-4
Always append to file 2-26
Antenna 1-6, 1-10
see also External antenna
see also Internal antenna
offsets 3-3
setup 3-1
internal 3-2
Antenna reference point 3-2
see also ARP
ARP 1-14, 3-2, 3-3
Automatic file rotation mode 2-26
Back panel 1-16
Base
configuration 3-5–3-8
setup 3-12–3-17
BATT LED 2-22
blink pattern 2-22, 4-6
green 4-6
orange 4-6
red 4-6
Battery 1-13
charger 1-13, 2-4
status 2-22
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Baud rate
see Set baud rate
Bluetooth 1-10, 2-5, 2-6
configuration 2-44
port B settings 1-16, 2-6, 5-10
security 2-47
Bluetooth module file 4-27
BTCONF 1-8, 2-43
remove 2-44
uninstall 2-44
Cables 1-7
Change baud rate 4-3
see also Set baud rate
Charge internal batteries 2-21
Check firmware version 4-21
Checking OAFs 4-14
Clear NVRAM 4-18, 4-26
w/ MINTER 4-19
w/ PC-CDU 4-19
Collecting data 3-4
Components 1-10, 1-14
back panel 1-16
front panel 1-15
Configure
see also Survey configuration
Bluetooth module 2-44
MINTER 2-23
power 2-15
radio 2-30
receiver 2-10
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Connect receiver to computer
using Bluetooth 2-6
using PC-CDU 2-8
using RS232 cable 2-7, 2-44
using USB cable 2-7
Connect receiver to controller 2-40
Daisy chain 2-31, A-1
Data recording auto-start 2-28
Delete files 4-12–4-14
Differential corrections
LQ field 3-21
Download
BTCONF 2-43
files 4-8–4-12
firmware 4-24–4-26,
4-27–4-28
FLoader 4-23
indicators 4-11
OAFs 4-17
Dual frequency 1-2
4-27–4-28
Flash file 4-24, 4-25, 4-27, 4-28
FLoader 1-8, 4-23
FN key 4-2
change baud rate 4-3
data recording 4-2
information modes 4-2
FN key mode 2-28
see also FN key
GPS+ 1-2
GSM
configuration 2-40–2-43
safety C-1
Information mode
see also Receiver modes
EIM 4-7
extended 4-7
normal 4-7
sleep 4-20
STAT LED 4-7
zero power 4-20
Initial data collection dynamic mode
File creation mode 2-26
File name prefix 2-11, 2-25
Files
Bluetooth module 4-27
delete 4-12–4-14
download 4-8–4-12
flash 4-24, 4-25, 4-27, 4-28
power board 4-24, 4-26
RAM 4-24, 4-25, 4-27, 4-28
Internal antenna 1-10
offset 3-2, 3-3
setup 3-2
Internal batteries 2-2
charge 2-21
status 2-22
Internal components 1-10
Internal GSM 2-42
EIM 4-7–4-8
Elevation mask 2-25
External components 1-14
External power 2-3, 2-4
Index
select 4-10
Firmware
check version 4-21
files 4-24, 4-27
load 4-23, 4-24–4-26,
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Internal radio 1-10, 2-30
configuration 2-30
LED 4-6
see also RX LED
Kinematic continuous survey 3-11
configuration 3-11
Kinematic survey 3-9
see also Kinematic continuous
survey
see also Stop and Go survey
Normal mode 4-7
NVRAM 1-4, 4-18
clear 4-18, 4-26
w/ MINTER 4-19
w/ PC-CDU 4-19
LQ field 3-22
OAF 1-17
OAFs 1-17
check 4-14
load 4-17
Offsets 3-3
horizontal 3-3
internal antenna 3-2
vertical 3-3
Option authorized files
see OAFs
Manual mode 2-31
commands 2-31, 2-39
Manuals 1-9
online 1-9
Memory 4-18
size of log files 4-18
Minimum INTERface
see MINTER
MINTER 1-15
configuration 2-23
functions 2-23
parameters 2-24, 2-25–2-28
using 4-1
Modem
see Internal radio
configuration 2-30
Pacific Crest 2-30
logo menu 2-33
Package contents
cables 1-7
literature 1-9
RTK 1-7
software 1-8
PC-CDU 1-8, 2-10
configuration 2-10–2-39
manage power 2-15
save settings 2-10
PDL 1-11
configuration 2-32
software 1-8, 2-30
PDLCONF 1-8, 2-30
program 2-32
LED
BATT 4-6
REC 4-2
RX 4-6
STAT 4-2
Literature 1-9
Load firmware 4-24–4-26,
4-27–4-28
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Power 2-2
board 1-12
charger 2-4
external 2-3
internal 2-2
management 2-15, 2-16–2-20
Power board file 4-24, 4-26
Radio configuration 2-30
RAM file 4-24, 4-25, 4-27, 4-28
Range D-1
Real-time kinematic 1-2
see also RTK 1-2
REC LED 4-2
green 4-2
orange 4-2
red 4-2, 4-3
Receiver modes 4-20
see also EIM
see also Normal Mode
extended 4-7–4-8
sleep mode 4-20
zero power 4-20
Receiver setup
w/ internal antenna 3-2
Recording interval 2-25
Reset key 4-2
Rover
configuration 3-9–3-10,
3-11–3-12
Index
setup 3-17, 3-17–3-21
RTK 1-2, 3-12
base station setup 3-12
w/ external modem 3-17
package contents 1-7
rover setup 3-17
RX LED 4-6
blink pattern 4-6
green 4-6
no light 4-6
Topcon
orange 4-6
Satellites
in view 1-4
Scripts 2-32
create A-1
Security parameters 2-47
Serial number 1-14, 3-7
Set baud rate
115200 1-16, 2-6, 2-8, 4-23,
5-10
19200 3-16, 3-20
38400 2-30, 2-36, 2-38, 3-16,
3-20
9600 4-3
SHMM 1-16, 1-17, 3-3
Slant height measure mark
see SHMM
Sleep mode 4-20
Software 1-8
ActiveSync 1-8
BTCONF 1-8
FLoader 1-8, 4-23
PC-CDU 1-8, 2-10–2-39
PDLCONF 1-8, 2-30,
2-32–2-38
Pinnacle 1-8
radio configuration 1-8, 2-30
Start/stop data recording 4-2
STAT LED 4-2, 4-7
blink pattern 4-2, 4-7–4-8
EIM 4-7
green 4-2
orange 4-2
red 4-2
Static survey 3-5–3-8
configuration 3-6
MINTER parameters 3-6
Stop and Go survey 3-9
configuration 3-9
HiPer+ Operator’s Manual
Index
Survey configuration
kinematic continuous 3-11
static 3-6
stop and go 3-9
Surveying
kinematic 3-9
kinematic continuous 3-11
RTK 3-12
static 3-5–3-8
stop and go 3-9
Switch information modes 4-2
System range D-1
Test 1-5, 4-7, C-3
EIM 4-7–4-8
Trajectory survey
see Kinematic continuous
survey
Turn on/off 2-4
UHF D-1
Uninstall
BTCONF 2-44
USB connection parameters 2-9
USB driver 2-7
Warnings C-1
battery pack C-2
general C-1
usage C-3
Index
Zero power mode 4-20, 4-21
reset key 4-2
1-866-4TOPCON
www.topconpositioning.com
Index
Notes:
Index
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HiPer+ Operator’s Manual
TOPCON
Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc.
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Phone: 925 • 460 • 1300
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