Trimble 571225500 Attachable Control Unit for Surveying Instruments User Manual Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide

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Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide viiIntroduction0.1 What’s in the box?Check that you receive all of the following components with Trimble Survey Controller:Part Part Number Connection / UseACU controller 571 225 500ACU controller pouch 571 906 345Trimble Survey Controller software CD 571 702 071Getting Started Guide (this document) 571 702 061Multiport adaptor RGR-MultiADPT ACU 26-pin D-sub to LAN or USBPower cord, and power supply with adaptors for Europe, UK, USA, and Australia571 906 344 Mains power to the ACU.Use it to power the ACU and charge the internal battery.PC adaptor 571 202 204 PC COM port to ACU COM12.5 m system cable 571 202 216 ACU to PC adaptorUSB cable 1-44016 ACU to PCUse with the multiport adaptor when transferring files with Microsoft ActiveSync.Adaptor 26-to-9 pin D-Sub 1-RGR-A26TO9PIN Convert the ACU 26-pin connector to a 9-pin COM2 connectorScreen protector 1-RGR-ALCDPELOFFOther available accessories Part NumberACU holder 571224091Penguin_GSG.book Page vii Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
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CHAPTER1The ACU Controller 1In this chapter:■Attaching the ACU■ACU function keys■Power supply■Screen■Clock■Storage card■Rebooting■Caring for the unitTrimble Survey Controller is designed to run on the ACU controller. This chapter describes the controller and how to use it. Figure 1.1 shows the front of the ACU and its keys.Figure 1.1 The ACU controller – front view Penguin_GSG.book Page 1 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
The ACU Controller2 Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide1.1 Attaching the ACUCWarning – Switch off the ACU when attaching it to the holder or when changing the batteries in the holder with the ACU attached. Otherwise, the on/off status of the ACU and the holder may become unsyncronised. To attach the ACU:1. Hold the controller with both hands. 2. Fit the groove on the back of the controller over the lower lip on the front of the holder.3. Press down and rest the back of the controller flat against the holder.4. Gently release downward pressure and guide the controller so that the teeth on the front of the holder click into the notches on top of the controller.Figure 1.2 shows how to attach the ACU to the holder.Figure 1.2 Attaching the ACUPenguin_GSG.book Page 2 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide 3The ACU Controller1.2 ACU Function KeysTable 1.1 describes Trimble Survey Controller functions that are associated with the ACU icons.Table 1.1 ACU function keysOn this instrument or receiver ... tap ... to ...Conventional or GPSaccess the main Trimble Survey Controller menuConventional (with Autolock™)access the Trimble function screenswitch Autolock on and start a searchswitch Autolock on or offtake a measurementPenguin_GSG.book Page 3 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
The ACU Controller4 Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started GuideConventional (with servos)turn the instrument horizontally to the current point name or stakeout locationturn the instrument vertically to the current point name or stakeout locationturn the instrument horizontally and vertically to the current point name or stakeout locationchange facetake a measurementConventional (3600)activate the first softkey (F1)activate the second softkey (F2)activate the third softkey (F3)activate the fourth softkey (F4)take a measurementTable 1.1 ACU function keys (Continued)On this instrument or receiver ... tap ... to ...Penguin_GSG.book Page 4 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide 5The ACU ControllerGPSaccess the Position dialog access the Satellites dialogactivate the first softkey (F1)activate the second softkey (F2)activate the third softkey (F3)activate the fourth softkey (F4)activate the Enter buttonTable 1.1 ACU function keys (Continued)On this instrument or receiver ... tap ... to ...Penguin_GSG.book Page 5 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
The ACU Controller6 Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide1.3 Power SupplyUnder normal operation, the ACU draws power from the device it is attached to or from one of the following external batteries:• 12V NiMH • 7.4 Lithium-ionThe ACU has an internal, rechargeable 4.8 volt 600 mAh NimH battery. If power is lost during operation the ACU automatically switches over to this battery, which provides approximately two hours running time when fully charged. The ACU holder has dual 7.4V 1.8Ah lithium-ion batteries. When fully charged, these provide approximately 15 hours running time to the ACU through the 7-pin backplane. 1.3.1 Charging the batteriesThe internal battery of the ACU is automatically charged when the controller is connected to an external power supply.To charge the internal battery:• Connect the AC adaptor from the ACU 4-pin Hirose port to the mains power supply.The ACU detects the following low power levels from the external batteries:• 10 volts (12V NiMH battery)• 6 volts (Lithium-ion battery)The ACU alerts you when power level is critically low. If this happens, turn the equipment off and change the external battery. Otherwise, the ACU will switch over to its internal battery.The TSCe is supplied with a rechargeable 4.8 volt 3800 mAh NiMH battery, which provides over 30 hours of running time when fully charged.Penguin_GSG.book Page 6 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide 7The ACU Controller1.3.2 Battery replacementCWarning – Do not attempt to change the battery or you may seriously damage the ACU. Contact your local distributor. 1.4 ScreenThe ACU reflective LCD screen can be viewed easily in direct sunlight or in overcast conditions. It also incorporates a passive touch interface for navigation. Tap elements on the display screen with a stylus or your finger.The TSCe incorporates a quick circuit that recharges its internal NiMH battery to 90% capacity in approximately one hour. To charge the battery, use one of the following methods:– Connect the AC adaptor to a mains power supply, with the Multiport adaptor (part number RGR-MULTIADPT) plugged into the 26-pin port (COM 2) on the TSCe. – Connect the O-shell to O-shell lemo (PN 31288-02) to Port 1 on the receiver (running on mains power)– Connect the O-shell lemo from the OSMII to the O-shell lemo on the TSCe.The control unit monitors the battery while it is charging. To turn off the display, press the _ key.Before using the TSCe on battery power alone, charge the battery for a minimum of two hours.Contact your local distributor for a replacement battery.Penguin_GSG.book Page 7 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
The ACU Controller8 Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide1.4.1 Recalibrating the touch screenIf the touch screen does not respond properly when you tap it, recalibrate it as follows:1. Tap and select Settings / Control Panel / Stylus. The Stylus Properties dialog appears. 2. In the Calibration tab, tap [Recalibrate].3. Follow the prompts.1.4.2 Disabling the touch screenTo clean the ACU screen during a survey, press [Ctrl]+ (the alpha key) then [1] four times (to access “S”) to disable it. This locks the screen and keypad, except for the [Esc] key.To enable the touch screen and keypad again, press [Esc].1.5 BacklightTo modify the backlight settings:•Select Display / Backlight from the Control Panel.•If the Auto on option is disabled, press ~ and .Press ~ and to switch between these backlight modes:• screen and keyboard on• screen only on• screen and keyboard offTo disable the TSCe screen, press [Ctrl]+[S].Penguin_GSG.book Page 8 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide 9The ACU Controller1.6 ClockTo change time and date settings on the ACU:1. Tap and select Settings / Control Panel / Date/Time.The Date/Time Properties dialog appears.2. Change the date and time as required. Press = to accept the new settings or E to cancel.Note – When you connect the ACU to a GPS receiver or to your PC using Microsoft ActiveSync, the date and time are automatically updated.1.7 Storage CardThe ACU has a built-in storage card for your data and programs. This appears in the Windows CE files system as the \Disk folder.Note – The system maintains several special files on the card, such as nk.bin and ranger.reg, which contain information crucial to the correct operation of the ACU. Directly modifying these files may result in the ACU failing to operate correctly.1.7.1 Safeguarding dataBack up your work regularly using Microsoft ActiveSync or the Trimble Data Transfer utility. For more information, see Chapter 4, Data Transfer.1.8 RebootingIf the ACU fails to respond to keystrokes, then perform one of the following resets, which shut down the hardware and restart the Trimble Survey Controller software.1.8.1 Soft reset (warm boot) This method retains all data. Penguin_GSG.book Page 9 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
The ACU Controller10 Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started GuideTo perform a soft reset:• Hold down ~ and C, while you press and release .The ACU resets to the default Microsoft Windows desktop view.1.8.2 Hard reset (cold boot)This method retains any data on the built-in storage card (the \Disk folder). However, a hard reset clears the contents of the RAM memory, including any desktop shortcuts that you have created.To perform a hard reset:1. Hold down _.After approximately 5 seconds, a countdown timer appears, indicating that the controller will reset.2. Continue to hold _ for a further 5 seconds, then release.The controller briefly displays the boot screen and then resets to the default Microsoft Windows desktop view.1.9 Caring for the unitTrimble recommends the following to maintain your ACU during everyday use, and to prevent potential physical damage or data loss.Operating temperature: –20° C to +55° CStorage temperature: –30° C to +70° CTo warm boot the TSCe, hold down ~ and C, while you press and release _.Do not expose the TSCe to temperatures below –20° C (–4° F) or above +60° C (140° F). Do not leave it in direct sunlight for extended periods of time.Penguin_GSG.book Page 10 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
Trimble Survey Controller Getting Started Guide 11The ACU ControllerShockEnvironment – The ACU is designed to withstand driving rain and dust.Cleaning the case – Clean the controller with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or with water containing a mild detergent. If the keyboard has dirt or grime on it, use compressed air or a vacuum cleaner, or gently rinse it with clean water.Care of the touch screen – Clean the touch screen with a soft cloth dampened with clean water or glass cleaner. Do not apply any cleaner directly to the screen. Apply the cleaner to the soft cloth and then gently wipe the screen.Note – Do not use abrasive cleaners.Applying a screen protector – Use a screen protector to help keep the touch screen clean and protected. Clean the screen thoroughly and leave it slightly wet. Peel the backing from the screen protector and then apply the protector to the screen. Use a soft cloth to squeeze the excess water and air from under the screen protector.The TSCe is designed to withstand a MIL-STD-810E drop. However, impact or pressure on the display screen may cause it to crack. Protect the display from impact, pressure, or abrasive substances.The TSCe is designed to be immersible in up to one meter of water, for up to one hour.Penguin_GSG.book Page 11 Thursday, July 25, 2002 9:27 AM
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