Trimble 571225500 Attachable Control Unit for Surveying Instruments User Manual Releasenotes backup

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Users Manual2

Trimble ACU
Release Notes
Revision D
October 2002
PN 571 702 060
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) The device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This document contains important information about using the
Trimble ACU. Trimble strongly recommends that you read and
understand the information contained in this document before
using the Trimble ACU for the first time.
Welcome to the Trimble ACU
The following notes are relevant for all Trimble ACU users.
Please thoroughly read and understand the following
information before using the Trimble ACU.
These release notes include information relating to:
• General information
• Hardware information
• Trimble 3600 Total Station
• Trimble 5600 Total Station
• Trimble 5800 RTK Rover
• Safety information
• Regulatory information
For more information on any of these topics, or for any
other inquiries, contact your local Trimble representative,
or alternatively visit http://www.trimble.com.
NOTE: The Trimble ACU should be charged with the
mains charger for a minimum period of two hours
before use. Ideally, the Trimble ACU should always be
on charge when not in use.
NOTE: If the Windows CE operating system (version
4.0.6 or later) on the Trimble ACU needs to be hard
reset at any time, external power MUST be connected
before resetting the device. If external power is not
connected, upon hard reset, the Trimble ACU will shut
down until external power is connected.
General information
Power supply
If your Trimble ACU configuration has one of the
following configuration part numbers, the standard power
supply (PN 571906344) has been substituted with a power
supply that is specific for your region.
Adjusting your total station
If you want to switch between using the Trimble ACU and
another CU on either the Trimble 3600 Total Station or the
Trimble 5600 Total Station, Trimble strongly recommends
that before each switch you perform the following
adjustments (if available):
• Horizontal collimation
• Vertical collimation
• Compensator run center
Region: Config part
number Power supply part
number
US: P71225502-US 571126192
Europe
(except GB) P71225502-EU 571126190
GB P71225502-GB 571126194
Hardware information
Internal battery
The internal battery of the Trimble ACU provides up to one
hour of stand-by time to avoid any potential data loss
should your external power source expire. The internal
battery powers the Trimble ACU only. It does not power
any device that may be connected.
Under no circumstances should you rely on the internal
battery for extended periods, especially during data
collection. When the Trimble ACU is running on its
internal battery, Trimble recommends that you connect an
external power source immediately. External power
sources include the Trimble ACU mains charger, the
Trimble 5600 Total Station and the CU holder for robotic
surveying. See the latter sections of these release notes for
information on connecting to these devices.
Using the backlight
To toggle the backlight on and off, press the Shift button,
and then press the Trimble button. To access the backlight
settings, from the Start menu select Settings / Control Panel
and then click on the Display icon.
Typing alphabetic characters
Use the Alpha key to enter alphabetic characters on the
Trimble ACU. Press this key to switch between alpha and
numeric modes. To enter an upper case character in the
preview panel, press the Shift key while in alpha mode.
Using Simple Caps Lock
To hold the Caps Lock on for more than one character when
in alpha mode, set Simple Caps Lock in the operating
system:
• From the Start menu, select Settings / Control Panel and
then click on the Keyboard icon.
• In the Sticky keys tab, select the Enable simple caps
lock check box.
Press the Shift key twice to switch between Simple Caps
Lock on or off.
Trimble 3600 Total Station
To use the Trimble ACU with a Trimble 3600 Total Station,
the instrument must have firmware version 02.00 or later
installed.
To start the system, use the following procedure:
• Set up the instrument.
• Ensure that the Trimble ACU is turned off, and then
attach it to the front of the instrument.
• Attach a freshly charged internal battery to the
instrument.
• Press the green power button on the Trimble ACU until
you hear a short beep from the instrument. The short
beep indicates that the instrument has turned on.
You will then be able to use the survey application software
installed on the Trimble ACU (for example, Trimble Survey
Controller) to connect to the instrument and start your
survey.
NOTE: Please refer to your survey application software
documentation for more application specific
information about this procedure.
NOTE: If your survey application software does not
connect to the instrument at any time, it may be because
the instrument is turned off. To re-connect to the
instrument, disconnect the Trimble ACU and the
instruments power source, and then repeat the above
start up procedure.
When connected to the Trimble 3600 Total Station, the
Trimble ACU will draw enough power from the instrument
to maintain its current internal battery level. When the
power source expires, the Trimble ACU automatically
switches to its internal battery. At this point, Trimble
recommends that you connect a new external power source
immediately.
Trimble 5600 Total Station
To use the Trimble ACU with a Trimble 5600 Total Station,
the instrument must have firmware version 696-03.05 or
later installed.
To start the system, use the following procedure:
• Set up the instrument.
• Ensure that the Trimble ACU is turned off, and then
attach it to the front of the instrument.
• Connect a power supply to the foot-connector of the
instrument.
• Press the green power button on the Trimble ACU to
start the system. The instrument should beep indicating
that it has been turned on.
You will then be able to use the survey application software
installed on the Trimble ACU (for example, Trimble Survey
Controller) to connect to the instrument and start your
survey.
NOTE: Please refer to your survey application software
documentation for more application specific
information about this procedure.
NOTE: If your survey application software does not
connect to the instrument at any time, it may be because
the instrument is turned off. To turn on the instrument
without affecting the status of the Trimble ACU, check
the power supply, and then press the measure button on
the reverse of the instrument. The instrument will turn
on, and the survey application software will connect to
the instrument.
When connected to the Trimble 5600 Total Station, the
Trimble ACU will charge its internal battery from the
instrument's power source. Once charged, the Trimble
ACU will continue to draw enough power from the
instrument to maintain a full internal battery. When the
external power source expires, the Trimble ACU
automatically switches to its internal battery. At this point,
Trimble recommends that you connect a new external
power source immediately.
To connect to the CU holder for robotic surveying, use the
following procedure:
• Connect a freshly charged battery to the holder.
• Connect a radio to the holder.
• Ensure that the Trimble ACU is turned off, and then
attach it to the holder.
• Press the green power button on the Trimble ACU to
start the system.
NOTE: Please refer to your survey application software
documentation for more application specific
information about this procedure.
In this configuration, the Trimble ACU will behave the
same as when attached directly to a Trimble 5600 Total
Station with respect to power management.
Trimble 5800 RTK Rover
The Trimble ACU should always be used with the latest
Trimble 5800 GPS Rover firmware version.
To start the system, use the following procedure:
• Attach the Trimble 5800 RTK Rover and the Trimble
ACU Holder to the rod.
• Insert a freshly charged battery in the Trimble 5800 GPS
Rover, and then press the green power button to turn it
on.
• Attach two freshly charged batteries to the Trimble ACU
holder.
• Ensure that the Trimble ACU is turned off, and then
attach it to the Trimble ACU Holder.
• Press the green power button on the Trimble ACU to
start the system.
You will then be able to use the survey application software
installed on the Trimble ACU (for example, Trimble Survey
Controller) to connect to the receiver and start your survey.
NOTE: Please refer to your survey application software
documentation for more application specific
information about this procedure.
When connected to the Trimble ACU Holder, the Trimble
ACU will draw enough power from the holder to maintain
its current internal battery level. When the power source
expires, the Trimble ACU automatically switches to its
internal battery. At this point, Trimble recommends that
you connect a new external power source immediately.
The Trimble ACU Holder has an internal electronic power
switch that is activated by pressing the green power button
on the Trimble ACU when it is attached to the holder. If the
Trimble ACU is powered on while being attached to the
holder, the holder will remain off and will not supply power
to the Trimble ACU. To correctly run the Trimble ACU
from the batteries in the holder, use the following
procedure:
• Remove the Trimble ACU from the Trimble ACU
Holder.
• Ensure that the Trimble ACU is turned off, and then
attach it to the Trimble ACU Holder.
• Press the green power button on the Trimble ACU to
start the system.
Safety information
Only persons qualified and approved by Trimble may
disassemble the Trimble ACU. Any other disassembly may
damage your product and void the warrantee. This warning
applies to the Trimble ACU and all associated parts.
Battery safety
Please take notice of the following battery safety
information:
• The unit has a built in battery NiMH 2.8 watt-hours
4.8V.
• Do not expose the unit to high storage temperatures
above 70° C for extended periods.
• Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient
temperature exceeds 65° C or is below 0°C.
• Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care.
If you come in contact with the electrolyte, wash the
exposed area with soap and water. If it contacts the eye,
flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.
Power cords & AC adaptors
Please take notice of the following power safety
information:
• Use only the AC Adaptors intended for the Trimble
ACU.
• Using any other AC Adaptor can damage your product
and may void your warranty.
• AC Adaptors are designed for "INDOOR USE ONLY".
Avoid using the AC Adaptor in wet or outdoor areas.
• Unplug the AC Adaptor from power when not in use.
• Do not short the output connector.
The AC adaptor is a wall mount unit that does not require
an additional power cord. The adaptor is supplied with
replaceable socket adaptors. Use the adaptor that matches
the plug and voltage requirement of your local area. When
travelling to another country, bring the adapter required for
that country.
Rated Voltage: 100-240 V, AC 47-63 Hz.
Regulatory Information
This section contains legal information for the U.S and
Canadian markets.
USA
Class B statement - Notice to the users:
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 a
residential installation. 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 harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Notice - Changes and modifications not expressively
approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this
equipment can void your authority to operate this
equipment under Federal Communications Commissions
rules.
Canada
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in
the radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le
règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le
Ministère des Communications du Canada.
The term “IC:” before the certification/registration number
only signifies that the Industry Canada technical
specifications were met.
Declaration of Conformity
The Trimble ACU adheres to the following standards.
Radio
EN 300 328 (2001)
Bluetooth Core Specification 1.1, part A - Radio
specification, 20.B353/091 (2001-07-02)
FCC part 15.247, sub-part C (2001)
FCC part 15, sub-part B (2001)
Electrical
EN 60 950:2000 / IEC 60 950, third ed. 1999
IP classification
EN 60 529 / IEC 60 529
EMC
EN 301 489-17 (2001)

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