GPS1200 Professional Series User Manual Version 1.
GPS1200 Introduction I Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a GPS1200 Professional Series instrument. This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "7 Safety Directions" for further information. Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product. Product identification The model and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings: Type Description Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
GPS1200 Table of Contents III Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page 1 How to Use this Manual 1-1 2 Description of the System 2-1 3 User Interface 3-1 4 Operation 4-1 5 Reference Station 5-1 6 Care and Transport 6-1 7 Safety Directions 7-1 8 Technical Data 8-1
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GPS1200 How to Use this Manual 1 1-1 How to Use this Manual ) It is recommended to set-up the product while reading through this manual. Path Main Menu: Manage...\Data stands for this working sequence: From the Main Menu select Manage... and then select Data. Screen CONFIGURE General Menu describes the name of the screen. Page Screens can have more than one page. Units page describes a specific page of a screen. For example: ’...in CONFIGURE Units & Formats, Units page...’.
• Illustrations Available documentation The RX1200 is available as RX1210 or RX1220 and with touch screen functionality as RX1210T or RX1220T. The names RX1210 and RX1220 are used throughout the manual and may also represent the T models. Only use the supplied stylus on the touch screens of the T models. For the purpose of the illustrations, a GX1230 model has been selected which is representative for all models.
How to Use this Manual Name of documentation GPS1200 1-3 Description GPS1200 Applica- Describes specific onboard application programs in standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide. tion Programs Field Manual GPS1200 Technical Reference Manual Format of the documentation Overall comprehensive guide to the system and program functions. Included are detailed descriptions of special software/hardware settings and software/hardware functions intended for technical specialists.
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Description of the System 2 GPS1200 2-1 Description of the System In this chapter Topic Page 2.1 System Components 2-2 2.2 Container Contents 2-5 2.3 Receiver Components 2-8 2.
2.1 System Components Main components Receiver: RX1200: Antenna: Leica Geo Office: Leica GPS Spider: Receivers To calculate a range to all visible satellites. To operate the user interface either by the keyboard or by the touch screen with supplied stylus. To receive the satellite signals from the NAVSTAR satellites. The office software including a series of help programs which support working with GPS1200. The reference station software required to operate the reference station receivers of GPS1200.
Description of the System GPS1200 GRX1200 Pro 2-3 Twelve L1, twelve L2 channels, code and phase, real-time capable, with event, PPS, oscillator and NET port, for reference station applications Refer to "8 Technical Data" for information on technical specifications. ) Antennas used with receivers The GX1230, GX1220, GX1200 PPS with PPS/Event option, GRX1200 and GRX1200 Pro receivers use the GPS P-code signal, which by U.S. policy is liable to be switched off without notice.
• • to edit coordinates. to exchange data between the receiver and a PC. • • to create and edit format files. to load and delete system software and application program software. Operating systems • Windows® XP • Windows® ME • Windows® 2000 Refer to the online help of LGO for additional information. Leica GPS Spider The reference station software is known as Leica GPS Spider. It is required to operate the GRX1200 and GRX1200 Pro.
Description of the System 2.2 GPS1200 2-5 Container Contents Description The GPS1200 with all accessories is packed in one transport container. Additional equipment which does not fit into the transport container might be required, for example a tripod. These accessories are not mentioned.
Lower portion a b GPS12_135 Description of the System c d f e g GPS1200 h a) Double arm for antennas of devices b) Adjusting pin c) Spare battery d) Supplied stylus e) Antennas of device f) GX1200 with RX1210 and device such as radio g) Antenna h) Cables 2-6
GPS1200 Description of the System Upper portion a c d b GPS12_136 g h 2-7 e f i a) Base for telescopic rod b) Holder for GX1200/RX1210 on pole with grip for pole c) Spare battery d) Arm 15 cm long for antenna of device e) Telescopic rod f) Screw for holder for RX1210 on pole g) Tribrach h) Carrier i) Height hook
2.3 Receiver Components Receiver components a b c d g e f h i j GPS12_134 ON/OFF button a) RX1200 b) Supplied stylus c) Clip-on-contacts for connecting RX1200 without cable d) Recess for RX1200 e) Guide rail for clip-on-housing of a device f) ON/OFF button g) LED indicators h) Battery compartment 2 or port NET i) Battery compartment 1 j) CompactFlash card compartment The receiver can be preprogrammed in the office and used in the field without the RX1200 attached.
GPS1200 Description of the System 2.4 2-9 System Concept In this chapter Topic Page 2.4.1 Software Concept 2-10 2.4.2 Data Storage and Data Conversion 2-12 2.4.
2.4.1 Software Concept Description All receivers use the same software concept. The software is divided into standard and customised application programs. Standard software components System software: Customised application programs Customised application programs can be developed locally using the GeoC++ development environment. Information on the GeoC++ development environment is available on request from the Leica Geosystems representative.
Description of the System Validity of a language: Uploading software GPS1200 2-11 • For standard software: If a language is not available for the system software, the English language is used instead. Application programs run in the language they where loaded. • Customised application programs do always run in the language they were developed in. Software can be uploaded • from LGO on a PC through a serial interface to the CompactFlash card in the receiver and from there to the System RAM.
2.4.2 Data Storage and Data Conversion Description Data is stored within a job in a database on a memory device. This is either a CompactFlash card or an internal memory. Memory device CompactFlash card: A CompactFlash card slot is standard. A CompactFlash card can be inserted and removed. Various capacities are available.
Description of the System ) Data conversion GPS1200 2-13 For GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro receivers: While in remote operation mode, stop point occupation and ring buffer logging before removing the CompactFlash card. Export Data can be exported from a job in a wide range of ASCII formats. The format is defined in Leica Geo Office. Refer to the online help of LGO for information on creating format files. Import Data can be imported from ASCII, GSI8 or GSI16 format.
2.4.3 Power General Use the Leica Geosystems batteries, chargers and accessories or accessories recommended by Leica Geosystems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument. Description Power for the receiver can be supplied either internally or externally. Up to two external power supplies can be connected using a Y-cable. For the GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro one of the two external power supplies can be configured to be the primary which is always used when available.
Description of the System ) GPS1200 2-15 For permanent operations use Uninterruptible Power Supply units as a back-up in case of a main power failure.
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GPS1200 User Interface 3 3-1 User Interface In this chapter Topic Page 3.1 General Operating Principles 3-2 3.
3.1 General Operating Principles Keyboard and touch screen Selecting from a menu The user interface is operated either by the keyboard or by the touch screen with supplied stylus. The workflow is the same for keyboard and touch screen. The difference is the way information is selected and entered. . Appearance Description Main Menu 1 Survey To select an item from a menu, do one of the following: Move the focus to the item.
GPS1200 User Interface 3-3 Closed choicelist . Appearance Description Selection Triangles on the right indi- Use the arrow keys to toggle through the list or cate further available tap the triangles on the choices. screen. ENTER or tap on the field to access the choicelist. Opening a choicelist reveals either a simple listbox or a comprehensive listbox dialog. Simple listbox . Appearance Description Selection • Choicelist shows items to select. • Highlight an item and ENTER.
Listbox dialog . User Interface Appearance Description Selection • Choicelist fills the whole screen. • Highlight an item and CONT (F1) or ENTER. • A search field is shown. • • A scroll bar is shown if necessary. To exit without changes press ESC or tap . • The functionalities comprise adding, editing and deleting of items. • Listbox dialogs are explained in detail at appropriate places in the manuals.
GPS1200 User Interface 3.2 3-5 Icons Description ) Position of the icons on the screen Icons show the current status information of the receiver. The icons provide information related to basic receiver functions. The icons that appear depend upon which GPS1200 receiver is used and the current receiver configuration.
Icons Icon Description Position status Displays the status of the current position. Number of visible Displays the number of theoretically visible satellites above satellites the configured cut off angle according to the current almanac. Contributing satellites User Interface Displays the number of satellites on L1 and L2 that are contributing to the currently computed position solution. ) The number of contributing satellites can differ from the number of visible satellites.
GPS1200 User Interface 3-7 Icon Description Quick coding The Quick coding is displayed. Visible during Survey and other application programs where it is possible to measure a point with quick codes. Line/area The number of lines and areas currently open in the active job is displayed. CompactFlash card/internal memory The status of the CompactFlash card and internal memory are displayed. • For the CompactFlash card, the capacity of used space is shown in seven levels.
Icon Description Battery The status and source of the battery is displayed. The remaining power in the battery is indicated by six levels. • If two internal batteries are inserted, the battery with the lower voltage is used. SHIFT User Interface • If an external power supply is connected and one or two internal batteries are inserted, then the external power is used. • If two external power supplies are attached, then the system uses the one which is configured as the preferred power supply.
GPS1200 Operation 4 4-1 Operation In this chapter Topic Page 4.1 Equipment Setup 4-2 4.2 Battery 4-4 4.3 CompactFlash Card 4-7 4.4 Clip-On-Housings for Devices 4-11 4.5 Accessing Survey Application Program 4-19 4.6 Guidelines for Correct Results 4-22 4.
4.1 Equipment Setup ) Equipment setup step-by-step The example given is for static operations. Step Set up the tripod. 2. Mount and level the tribrach on the tripod. 3. Ensure that the tribrach is over the marker. 4. Place and lock the carrier in the tribrach. 5. Screw the GPS antenna onto the carrier. 6. Check that the tribrach is still level. 7. Insert the batteries into the receiver. ) 8. ) Operation Description 1.
GPS1200 Operation Step ) 9. 4-3 Description Close the lid carefully after insertion of the CompactFlash card in order to prevent water and dust from getting inside the receiver. Attach the RX1200 to the receiver, if required, either directly or via a connection cable by plugging it into the port RX on the receiver. 10. Connect the receiver to the GPS antenna using the antenna cable and port ANT on the receiver. 11. To hang the receiver on the tripod leg, use the hook on the rear of the unit.
4.2 Battery Change battery step-by-step The batteries are inserted in the front of the receiver. 3 1 2 3 GPS12_085 Step 1. Operation Description Loosen the screw of one of the battery compartments. 2. Open the cover of the battery compartment. 3. With the Leica logo facing upwards, slide the battery into the battery compartment and push upwards so that it locks into position.
GPS1200 Operation Step Description 4. Close the cover of the battery compartment and tighten the screw. 5. Repeat steps 2. to 4. for the second battery compartment. 6. To remove a battery, loosen the screw to open the cover of the battery compartment. 7. Push the battery slightly in and at the same time downwards. This releases the battery from its fixed position. 8. Pull out the battery. 9. Close the cover of the battery compartment and tighten the screw. 10. ) 4-5 Repeat steps 6. to 9.
• For Li-Ion batteries, a single discharging and charging cycle is sufficient. We recommend carrying out the process when the battery capacity indicated on the charger or on a Leica Geosystems product deviates significantly from the actual battery capacity available. • The permissible temperature range for charging is between 0°C to +40°C/ +32°F to +104°F. For optimal charging we recommend charging the batteries at a low ambient temperature of +10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible.
GPS1200 Operation 4.3 4-7 CompactFlash Card ) ) Insert and remove a CompactFlash card step-by-step • Keep the card dry. • Use it only within the specified temperature range. • Do not bend the card. • Protect the card from direct impacts. Failure to follow these instructions could result in data loss and/or permanent damage to the card. The CompactFlash card is inserted into a slot inside of battery compartment A on the front of the receiver.
1 2 4 7 8 A A GPS12_086 Step 1. Operation Battery compartment A Description Loosen the screw of the battery compartment A. 2. Open the cover of battery compartment A. 3. The card should be held with the lable for the care instructions towards the right-hand side of the receiver. 4. Slide the card firmly into the slot until it clicks into position. 5. Close the compartment cover. 6. To remove the card, open the cover of battery compartment A. 7. Press the eject button above the card slot.
GPS1200 Operation Step Format a CompactFlash card step-bystep 4-9 Description 8. Pull out the CompactFlash card. 9. Close the compartment cover. Formatting the CompactFlash card before logging data is started is required if a completely new CompactFlash card is used or if all existing data needs to be deleted. Step Description 1. Select Main Menu: Tools...\Format Memory Device. 2.
Step ) To exit the screen without formatting the memory device, press ESC. This returns to the previous screen. 3. CONT (F1) 4. YES (F4) to continue with the formatting of the selected device. ) 5. Operation Description NO (F6) to not continue with the formatting of the selected device and to return to TOOLS Format Memory Device. Once the formatting of the card is completed the system returns to GPS1200 Main Menu.
GPS1200 Operation 4.4 4-11 Clip-On-Housings for Devices Devices fitting into a clip-on-housing Digital cellular phones fitting into a clip-on-housing Digital cellular phone Clip-on-housing Ericsson DM25 GFU18 Siemens MC45 GFU17 Radios fitting into a clip-on-housing Attach a clip-onhousing step-bystep Radio Clip-on-housing Pacific Crest PDL, receive GFU15 Satelline 3AS, transceive GFU14 The clip-on-housing for devices fits on either of the small sides of the receiver. Step 1.
Step Detach a clip-onhousing step-bystep Insert a SIM card step-by-step 2. Ensure that the connector on the clip-on-housing fits to port P1 or port P3 on the receiver front panel. 3. Slide the clip-on-housing towards the receiver front panel until the connector is completely plugged into port P1 or port P3. 4. On the top side of the clip-on-housing, turn the screw clockwise, as shown by the symbols on the screw, to lock the clip-on-housing to the receiver. Step Description 1.
GPS1200 Operation Step Remove a SIM card step-by-step 4-13 Description 2. Locate the SIM card screw, that covers the SIM card slot, on the bottom of the clip-on-housing. 3. Insert the coin into the groove of the SIM card screw. 4. Turn the coin anticlockwise to loosen the SIM card screw. 5. Remove the SIM card screw from the housing. 6. Using the pen, press the small button of the SIM card slot to eject the SIM card holder. 7. Take the SIM card holder out off the housing. 8.
7 6 5 4 GPS12_088 Step Operation Description 1. Take a coin and a pen. 2. Locate the SIM card screw, that covers the SIM card slot, on the bottom of the clip-on-housing. 3. Insert the coin into the groove of the SIM card screw. 4. Turn the coin anticlockwise to loosen the SIM card screw.
GPS1200 Operation Step LED indicators 4-15 Description 5. Remove the SIM card screw from the housing. 6. Using the pen, press the small button of the SIM card slot to eject the SIM card holder. 7. Take the SIM card holder out off the SIM card slot. 8. Take the SIM card out of the SIM card holder. 9. Put the SIM card holder back into the SIM card slot, the even side not facing the contacts inside the slot. 10. Place the SIM card screw back on the housing. 11.
Diagram a b c d a) b) c) d) GPS12_089 Operation GPS1200 Power LED Signal strength LED Data transfer LED Warning LED, for Satelline 3AS 4-16
GPS1200 Operation 4-17 Description of the LED’s IF the on is THEN Power LED any device off power is off. green power is okay. Signal strength LED GFU18 with red Ericsson DM25 off call is in progress. GFU17 with red Siemens MC45 red: long flash, short break call is in progress. no call is in progress or device is off. no SIM card inserted, no PIN entered or network search, user authentication or network login in progress.
IF the on is THEN GFU15 with Pacific Crest PDL red or flashing red the communication link, Data Carrier Detection, is okay on the roving receiver. off the DCD is not okay. red or flashing red the communication link, Data Carrier Detection, is okay on the roving receiver. off the DCD is not okay. off data not being transferred. green or flashing green data is being transferred. red the device is in the configuration mode controlled from the PC via cable.
GPS1200 Operation 4.5 4-19 Accessing Survey Application Program Access Select Main Menu: Survey. OR Press PROG. Highlight Survey. CONT (F1). SURVEY Survey Begin 11:58pm SURVEY Survey Begin Job : Quarry Job Coord Sys : Swiss and Geoid Codelist : Topographic Config Set: Antenna : CONT CONF HELP RTK Survey AT502 Pole CSYS QUIT CONT (F1) To accept changes and access the subsequent screen. The chosen settings become active. CONF (F2) Available for and .
Description of fields Operation Field Option Description Choicelist The active job. All jobs from Main Menu: Manage...\Jobs can be selected. Output The coordinate system currently attached to the selected . Choicelist No codes are stored in the selected . All codelists from Main Menu: Manage...\Codelists can be selected. Output Codes have already been stored in the selected .
GPS1200 Operation 4-21 Field Option Description Choicelist The active configuration set. All configuration sets from Main Menu: Manage...\Configuration Sets can be selected. The receiver has numerous user configurable parameters and functions. This allows a variety of preferences to be addressed. The configuration of the parameters and functions for an individual measuring technique are combined in a configuration set.
4.6 Guidelines for Correct Results Undisturbed satellite signal reception Successful GPS surveys require undisturbed satellite signal reception, especially at the receiver which serves as a reference. Set up the receivers in locations which are free of obstructions such as trees, buildings or mountains. Steady antenna for static surveys For static surveys, the antenna must be kept perfectly steady throughout the whole occupation of a point. Put the antenna on a tripod or pillar.
GPS1200 Operation 4.7 4-23 Operation with a Typical Configuration Set ) Static operations step-by-step The example given is for static operations. Step 1. ) ) Description Set up the equipment. Always fill out a field record sheet for each point. It is vital that the antenna height is measured correctly. Measure the height at the beginning and at the end of the occupation. 2. Start the Survey application program. 3.
Step 5. ) 6. ) 7. ) SURVEY Survey: Job Name Type in the point ID and the antenna height. The position mode icon is the moving icon. This indicates that the antenna can be moved around and that no static observations are being recorded. OCUPY (F1) starts logging of static observations. The position mode icon changes to the static icon indicating that the receiver should remain stationary. For a static survey, the GPS antenna has to be kept totally still.
GPS1200 Operation 4-25 Step Description 11. Measure the antenna height and note it down in the field record sheet. ) If the tribrach is not level or the antenna height has changed, the collected data is not reliable. 12. SHIFT QUIT (F6) to return to from where SURVEY Survey: Job Name was accessed. 13. ESC until in GPS1200 Main Menu. 14. GPS1200 Main Menu 15. Take down the equipment and put it back into the transport container. 16.
) ) Operation The antenna must not be moved while data is logged, otherwise the quality of postprocessed coordinates is impaired. The CompactFlash card must be removed in GPS1200 Main Menu. If the card is removed when in any other screen all stored data might get corrupted, preventing LGO from successfully reading the data on the card.
GPS1200 Reference Station 5 5-1 Reference Station In this chapter Topic Page 5.1 Overview 5.2 Equipment Setup 5.
5.1 Overview Description Reference Station The GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro • are designed to operate for specific reference station applications using remote control software, for example Leica GPS Spider reference station software. • support internal logging of raw observations which can be downloaded using an external remote control software package such as Leica GPS Spider. • support streaming output of GPS raw observations and status information.
Reference Station Special features GPS1200 5-3 To operate for specific reference station applications, the GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro are, compared with the other GPS1200 receivers, equipped with some special features.
Data streaming The receiver can be set to stream the raw observations out of one or more communication ports instead of or in addition to storing data on the CompactFlash card. Power supply Refer to "2.4.3 Power". Commands for remote control Special commands from Outside World Interface or Leica Binary 2 format can be used to control the receiver through the configured port. Documentation for OWI and LB2 is available on request from the Leica Geosystems representative.
GPS1200 Reference Station 5.2 5-5 Equipment Setup Equipment setup An example for an equipment setup for a reference station is shown in the following diagram. It is a basic serial setup with Leica GPS Spider, including a meteo/tilt device and a local radio to broadcast real-time data.
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GPS1200 Reference Station a) Power supply unit 100/240 V AC to 12 V DC b) Interface cable c) DB9 surge arrester with 12 V DC pass through d) Meteo/tilt device with interface cable e) Receiver GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro f) Weather protection radome for AT504 g) AT504 h) AX1202 i) TNC to TNC antenna cable j) Surge arrester ) 5-7 k) CompactFlash card l) Radio interface cable m) Radio n) Cable to connect radio antenna o) PC with, for example, Leica GPS Spider p) Serial port q) Data transfer cable for receiver com
) ) Cable connection Connect the device to transmit real-time data to port P1, P2 or P3 of the receiver. Some devices fit into a clip-on-housing that plugs directly into these ports. Other devices require an interface cable. Unauthorised radio units should not be connected to the GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro. Cable connections are identical to other GPS1200 receivers. Additional cables are available from Leica Geosystems for the specific oscillator and Ethernet ports on the GRX1200 Pro.
GPS1200 Reference Station Behaviour when turning off and on Behaviour after power failure 5-9 Turning the GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro off and on again resets the receiver. The consequences are: • If the configuration of the output is stored in the configuration set, standard NMEA messages are still output. • All data/message outputs scheduled via OWI or LB 2 commands are no longer output.
5.3 Getting Started with the GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro Ways of operating The GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro can either be operated with the RX1200 like the other GPS1200 receivers or by remote control. Operation Description With RX1200 The receiver can be fully configured. In order to start and stop a point occupation, an external application software such as Leica GPS Spider must send appropriate OWI or LB2 commands through a remote interface port to the receiver.
GPS1200 Reference Station Operation 5-11 Description Unavailable Any application program available on GPS1200 such as Survey or Stakeout ) By remote control Refer to the relevant chapters in this manual or to the GPS Technical Reference Manual for information on configuring and using the receiver. • Special commands from OWI or LB2 can be used to control the GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro through a remote interface.
Configure a remote interface connection Remote interface to be configured Configure using Standard default RS232 • Each port is by default a remote port. No specific receiver configurations must be done. • The default settings allow immediate communication using the following port communication parameters: Baud rate: 115200 Data bits: 8 Parity: None Stop bit: 1 Flow control: None Specific devices such as modems for a particular port Must be configured using the RX1200.
GPS1200 Reference Station Configure a modem interface step-by-step 5-13 In order to use a modem for the remote interface connection, the corresponding device has to be created on the receiver and attached to the receiver serial port. As an example, the following step-by-step description shows how to configure a U.S. Robotics 56k modem for port P1 on the receiver. Refer to the GPS Technical Reference Manual for more information. Refer to the manual of the modem for information on the modem configuration.
Step 8. Description CONFIGURE Devices, Modem page Highlight Modem. 9. 10. NEW (F2) to create a new modem. CONFIGURE New Device Type in a name and the port parameters for the modem. 11. OPT (F4) to access the ???. 12. ??? . 13. CONT (F1) to accept the changes and return to .... 14. STORE (F1) to ... 15. Connect the modem to port P1 of the receiver using a modem cable. 16. Connect the modem cable to the phone line and to a suitable power supply.
GPS1200 Reference Station Configure a NET port step-by-step 5-15 In order to use a NET port for the remote interface connection, the RJ45 connector of the GRX1200 Pro must be connected to a network hub, router or PC Ethernet port which requires a special crossed cable. A static IP address must be available. Talk to the network administrator in order to obtain a static network IP address. The following step-by-step description shows how to create a NET port and assign the remote interface to it.
Step Description 7. DEVCE (F5) to access CONFIGURE Devices. 8. PAGE (F6) changes to the Ethernet page. 9. CTRL (F4) to configure the NET port numbers and access control. 10. CONFIGURE Set NET Port 11. CONT (F1) to return to CONFIGURE Remote Interfaces. CONT (F1) to accept settings and return to CONFIGURE Devices. 12. Highlight NETX. 13. USE (F6) to use the port NET by remote. 14. Press CONT (F1) three times to return to ... 15. STORE (F1) to ... 16.
GPS1200 Care and Transport 6 6-1 Care and Transport In this chapter Topic Page 6.1 Transport 6-2 6.2 Storage 6-3 6.
6.1 Transport Transport in the field When transporting the equipment in the field, always make sure that you • either carry the product in its original transport container, • or carry the tripod with its legs splayed across your shoulder, keeping the attached product upright. Transport in a road vehicle Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle, as it can be affected by shock and vibration. Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it.
GPS1200 Care and Transport 6.2 6-3 Storage Product Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "8 Technical Data" for information about temperature limits. Li-Ion batteries • Refer to "8.3 General Technical Data of the Receiver" for information about storage temperature range. • A storage temperature range of -20 to +30°C/-4 to 68°F in a dry environment is recommended to minimise self-discharging of the battery.
6.3 Cleaning and Drying Product Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol. Do not use other liquids; these may attack the polymer components. Damp products Dry the product, the transport container, the foam inserts and the accessories at a temperature not greater than 40°C/108°F and clean them. Do not repack until everything is completely dry. Cables and plugs Keep plugs clean and dry.
GPS1200 Safety Directions 7 7-1 Safety Directions In this chapter Topic Page 7.1 General 7-2 7.2 Intended Use 7-3 7.3 Limits of Use 7-5 7.4 Responsibilities 7-6 7.5 Software Licence Agreement 7-7 7.6 Hazards of Use 7-9 7.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 7-18 7.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S.
7.1 General Description The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.
GPS1200 Safety Directions 7.2 7-3 Intended Use Permitted use Adverse use • Measuring and computing coordinates using P-code and/or C/A-code signals from NAVSTAR GPS satellites. • Carrying out measurement tasks using various GPS measuring techniques. • Recording GPS and point related data. • Computation and evaluation by means of software. • Data transfer via radio or digital cellular phone for real-time kinematic surveys. • Use of the product without instruction.
Warning Safety Directions • Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site, for example when measuring on roads. • Controlling of machines, moving objects or similar monitoring application without additional control- and safety installations. Adverse use can lead to injury, malfunction and damage. It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them.
GPS1200 Safety Directions 7.3 7-5 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments. Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous explosive areas, or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar by the person in charge of the product.
7.4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to as Leica Geosystems, is responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a completely safe condition.
Safety Directions 7.5 GPS1200 7-7 Software Licence Agreement Description This product contains software that is preinstalled on the product, or that is supplied to you on a data carrier medium, or that can be downloaded by you online pursuant to prior authorization from Leica Geosystems.
nying documentation and the purchase receipt to the dealer from whom you purchased the product within ten (10) days of purchase to obtain a full refund of the purchase price.
GPS1200 Safety Directions 7.6 7-9 Hazards of Use Warning The absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instruction, can lead to incorrect or adverse use, and can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human, material, financial and environmental consequences. Precautions: All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the directions of the person responsible for the product.
Danger Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to use poles and extensions in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways. Precautions: Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and follow their instructions. Warning By surveying during a thunderstorm you are at risk from lightning.
Safety Directions Warning GPS1200 7-11 Inadequate securing of the surveying site can lead to dangerous situations, for example in traffic, on building sites, and at industrial installations. Precautions: Always ensure that the survey site is adequately secured. Adhere to the regulations governing safety and accident prevention and road traffic. Warning If computers intended for use indoors are used in the field there is a danger of electric shock.
Caution The product uses the GPS P-Code signal which by U.S. policy may be switched off without notice. Caution During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to constitute a fire hazard. Precautions: Before shipping the product or disposing of it, discharge the batteries by running the product until they are flat.
Safety Directions Warning GPS1200 7-13 High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leackage, fire or explosions of the batteries. Precautions: Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures. Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids.
• If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination. • By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorized persons to use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination. Precautions: Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the regulations in force in your country.
GPS1200 Safety Directions Lightning conductors 7-15 • If the product has to be permanently mounted in an exposed location, it is advisable to provide a lightning conductor system. A suggestion on how to design a lightning conductor for the product is given below. Always follow the regulations in force in your country with regard to grounding antennas and masts. These installations must be carried out by an authorised specialist.
be connected to the down conductors. The diameter of the air terminal should be kept to a minimum to reduce GPS signal shading. 2. On metallic structures Protection is as described for non-metallic structures, but the air terminals can be connected directly to the conducting structure without the need for down conductors.
GPS1200 Safety Directions Grounding the receiver/antenna 7-17 a b c d e GPS12_060 a) b) c) d) e) Lightning conductor array GPS antenna Antenna/receiver connection Metallic mast Connection to earth
7.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to other equipment. Warning Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.
Safety Directions Caution GPS1200 7-19 Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous measurements. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this connection, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radio or diesel generators.
Radios or digital cellular phones Warning Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices: Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installations, in medical devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in aircraft. It can also affect humans and animals.
GPS1200 Safety Directions 7.8 7-21 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Applicability Warning The grayed paragraph below is only applicable for products of the GPS1200 system without radio or digital cellular phone devices. 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.
Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Labelling GPS1200 Type: GX... .............. ..................... ..................... ...................... .................... ..... This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
GPS1200 Safety Directions Labelling RX1200 Type: RX... ......... ................. ........... ........... ........... ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including i nterference that may cause undesired operation.
Labelling GFU17 ................... ................... ................... ................... GPS12_103 Labelling GFU18 ................... ................... ................... ................... GPS12_104 Safety Directions This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
GPS1200 Safety Directions Labelling internal battery GEB211, GEB221 7-25 .. .... ........ .... .... .... .... .. .... .... ........ .... .... .... ........ .... .. .. .... .... ........ .... ...... .... .... .... .... . .... ........ .... .... ................ .... .. ... .... .... ........ .... .... ........ .... .... ........ .. .... ........ .... .... ... .... .... .. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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GPS1200 Technical Data 8 8-1 Technical Data In this chapter Topic Page 8.1 Tracking Characteristics of the Receiver 8-2 8.2 Accuracy 8-5 8.3 General Technical Data of the Receiver 8-7 8.4 Antennas 8-13 8.5 RX1210 8-18 8.
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GPS1200 Technical Data Carrier tracking Code measurements 8-3 Condition GX1230/GX1220/GRX1200/ GRX1200 Pro GX1210 L1, AS off or on Reconstructed carrier phase via C/A code Reconstructed carrier phase via C/A code L2, AS off Reconstructed carrier phase via P2 code - L2, AS on Switches automatically to patented P code-aided technique providing full L2 reconstructed carrier phase Condition GX1230/GX1220/GRX1200/ GRX1200 Pro L1, AS off L1, AS on Carrier phase smoothed code Carrier phase smooth
Condition GX1230/GX1220/GRX1200/ GRX1200 Pro GX1210 L2, AS on Carrier phase smoothed code measurements: Patented P code-aided code ) Carrier phase and code measurements on L1 and L2 are fully independent with AS on or off.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8.2 8-5 Accuracy ) Accuracy is dependent upon various factors including the number of satellites tracked, constellation geometry, observation time, ephemeris accuracy, ionospheric disturbance, multipath and resolved ambiguities. The following accuracies, given as root mean square, are based on measurements processed using LGO and on real-time measurements.
Long baselines with GX1230/GX1220/GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro plus AT504 Static Horizontal Vertical 3 mm + 0.5 ppm 6 mm + 1 ppm Short baselines with GX1210 plus AX1201 Static Differential phase in real-time Technical Data Kinematic Horizontal Vertical 10 mm + 1 ppm 20 mm + 2 ppm 20 mm + 2 ppm GX1230/GX1220/GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro plus AX1202 Static Kinematic Horizontal Vertical Horizontal Vertical 5 mm + 0.5 ppm 10 mm + 0.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8.3 8-7 General Technical Data of the Receiver Dimensions Weight Recording The dimensions are given for the housing without the sockets. Type Length [m] Width [m] Thickness [m] All receivers 0.212 0.166 0.079 Receiver weights without battery and radio: Type Weight [kg] GX1230/GX1220/GX1210/GRX1200 1.2 GRX1200 Pro 1.3 Data can be recorded on the CompactFlash card or in the internal memory, if fitted.
Power Power consumption: External supply voltage: GX1230/GX1220/GX1210, radio and RX1200 excluded: 3.8 W typically, 320 mA Nominal 12 V DC (???,???, GEV71 car battery cable to a 12 V car battery), voltage range 10.5-28 V DC Battery internal Type: Voltage: Capacity: Li-Ion 7.4 V GEB221: 3.8 Ah Battery external Type: Voltage: Capacity: NiMH 12 V GEB171: 8.0 Ah Operating times The given operating times are valid for • all receiver types except GRX1200 Pro.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8-9 Equipment Environmental specifications Operating time Type Radio Digital cellular phone Static - - 15 h continuously Rover Pacific Crest PDL, receive - 10 h continuously Rover - Siemens MC45 10 h continuously Temperature Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] GX1230/GX1220/ GX1210/GRX1200 -40 to +65 -40 to +80 GRX1200 Pro 0 to +45 0 to +45 Leica CompactFlash cards, all sizes -40 to +80 -40 to +80 Optional internal memory -40 to +8
Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] Battery internal -20 to +55 -40 to +70 Protection against water, dust and sand Type Protection All receivers IP67 (IEC 60529) Dusttight Waterproof to 1 m temporary immersion Humidity PPS output Technical Data Type Protection All receivers Up to 100 % The effects of condensation are to be effectively counteracted by periodically drying out the receiver.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8-11 PPS output characteristics: Peak: Impedance: Pulse length: Leading edge: Positive/negative edge: 3.3 V = High 50 Ω 1 ms Coinciding with the beginning of each epoch. Selectable via RX1200. Cable connectivity: Matched with an appropriate impedance of: 50 Ω Connector type: Huber & Suhner FFA.0S.
External clock input: Technical Data Frequency: Input impedance: Input VSWR: Signal level: Frequency stability: Wave shape: 5 MHz or 10 MHz 50 Ω nominal 2:1 maximum 0 dBm minimum to +13.0 dBm maximum ±0.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8.4 8-13 Antennas Description and use Dimensions The GPS antenna is selected for use based upon the application. The table gives a description and the intended use of the individual antennas. Type Description Use AX1201 L1 SmartTrack antenna with built in groundplane. With GX1210 receiver. AX1202 L1/L2 SmartTrack antenna with built in groundplane. With GX1220 or GX1230 receiver. AT504 Dorne & Margolin L1/L2 antenna element with gold anodized choke ring groundplane.
Connector AX1201/AX1202: AT504: TNC female N female Mounting AX1201/AX1202/AT504: 5/8" Whitworth Weight AX1201/AX1202: AT504 0.44 kg 4.3 kg, radome 1.1 kg Electrical data Technical Data Type AX1201 AX1202 AT504 Voltage 4.75 to 15 V DC 4.75 to 15 V DC 4.75 to 15 V DC Current 50 mA max 50 mA max 50 mA max Frequency GPS L1 1575.46 MHz GPS L1 1575.46 MHz GPS L2 1227.60 MHz GPS L1 1575.46 MHz GPS L2 1227.
GPS1200 Technical Data Environmental specifications 8-15 Type AX1201 AX1202 AT504 BW, -30 dBi - - 120 MHz max Temperature Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] All antennas -40 to +70 -55 to +85 Protection against water, dust and sand Type Protection AX1201/AX1202 IP66, IP67 (IEC 60529) Dusttight Protected against water jets Waterproof to 1 m temporary immersion AT504 IP57 (IEC 60529) Dustprotected Waterproof to 1 m temporary immersion
Humidity Cable length Technical Data Type Protection AX1201/AX1202 Up to 100 % The effects of condensation are to be effectively counteracted by periodically drying out the antenna. AT504 Up to 92 % The effects of condensation are to be effectively counteracted by periodically drying out the antenna. Separation distance from receiver ... to antenna Supplied cable lengths [m] Optional cable lengths [m] GX1230/GX1220/ GX1210 AX1202/AX1201 1.2 2.8 30 50 70 GRX1200 AX1202 1.2 2.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8-17 Separation distance from receiver ... to antenna Supplied cable lengths [m] Optional cable lengths [m] GRX1200 Pro AT504/AX1202 - 1.2 2.8 10 30 Longer cables are available on request.
8.5 RX1210 Control unit Dimensions Weight Environmental specifications Technical Data Display: Keyboard: Characters: Touch screen 1/4 VGA, monochrome, graphics capable 62 keys; 12 function keys, illumination Maximum 256, extended ASCII character set as standard Toughened film on glass Type Length [m] / [ft] Width [m] / [ft] Thickness [m] / [ft] RX1210 0.218 / 0.123 / 0.036 / Type Weight [kg] / [lbs] RX1210 0.480 / 1.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8-19 Protection against water, dust and sand Type Protection RX1210 IP67 (IEC 60529) Dusttight Waterproof to 1 m temporary immersion Humidity Ports Type Protection RX1210 Up to 100 % The effects of condensation are to be effectively counteracted by periodically drying out the RX1210. • 8 pole LEMO type 1 socket for power and/or communication. • Special clip-on interface for power and communication to the GPS1200.
8.6 Bluetooth Device and Digital Cellular Phones In this chapter Technical Data Topic Page 8.6.1 GFU16 Bluetooth Device 8-21 8.6.2 GFU17 with Siemens MC45 8-22 8.6.
GPS1200 Technical Data 8.6.1 8-21 GFU16 Bluetooth Device Conformity to national regulations • FCC Part 15 (applicable in US) • European Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment (see CE Conformity Declaration) • The conformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the FCC part 15 or European directive 1999/5/EC has to be approved prior to use and operation.
8.6.2 GFU17 with Siemens MC45 Conformity to national regulations • FCC Part 15 and 24 (applicable in US) • European Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment (see CE Conformity Declaration) • The conformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the FCC part 15 and 24 or European directive 1999/5/EC has to be ap-proved prior to use and operation.
Technical Data Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) GPS1200 8-23 The product meets the limits for the maximum permissible exposure of the guidelines and standards which are force in this respect. The product must be used with the recommended antenna. A separation distance of at least 20 centimeters should be kept between the antenna and the body of the user or nearby person within the intended application.
8.6.3 GFU18 with Ericsson DM25 Conformity to national regulations • FCC Part 15, 22 and 24 (applicable in US) • European Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecommunication terminal equipment (see CE Conformity Declaration) • The conformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the FCC part 15, 22 and 24 or European directive 1999/5/EC has to be approved prior to use and operation.
Technical Data Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) GPS1200 8-25 The product meets the limits for the maximum permissible exposure of the guidelines and standards which are force in this respect. The product must be used with the recommended antenna. A separation distance of at least 20 centimeters should be kept between the antenna and the body of the user or nearby person within the intended application.
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Index GPS1200 i-1 Index A AC, power supply unit ......................................2-14 In Diagram ...................................................5-7 Accuracy .............................................................8-5 Antennas ..........................................................8-13 GFU16 Bluetooth device ............................8-21 GFU17 with Siemens MC45 ......................8-22 GFU18 with Ericsson DM25 .......................8-24 Type .........................................
Connector, antennas ........................................8-14 Container Contents .......................................................2-5 Lower portion ...............................................2-6 Upper portion ...............................................2-7 Contents, container ............................................2-5 Conversion of data ...........................................2-13 Customised application programs ....................2-10 Antennas .....................................
Index GPS1200 F Fields ..................................................................1-1 Flashing LED on clip-on-housing .....................4-17 Flow control ......................................................5-12 Format CompactFlash card ................................4-9 Frequency band GFU16 Bluetooth device ............................8-21 GFU17 with Siemens MC45 ......................8-22 GFU18 with Ericsson DM25 .......................8-24 G GAT 3, antenna ..................................
Li-Ion battery ......................................................8-8 Storage ........................................................6-3 Line, icon ............................................................3-7 M Manual GPS1200 Application Programs Field ....................1-3 System Field ..........................................1-2 Technical Reference ..............................1-3 How to use this ............................................1-1 Memory device, available ..........................
Index GPS1200 i-5 Q S Quick coding, icon ..............................................3-7 Satellites Icon, contributing ......................................... 3-6 Icon, visible .................................................. 3-6 Screen ................................................................ 1-1 Select Menu ............................................................ 3-2 Setup ................................................................. 4-2 Reference station .......................
Antennas ....................................................8-15 Receiver .......................................................8-9 RX1210 ......................................................8-18 Spider ..........................................................2-2, 2-4 Status, device ...................................................4-15 Stop bit .............................................................5-12 Survey application program ..............................4-19 System software ..............
Index GPS1200 W Weight Antennas ....................................................8-14 Receiver .......................................................8-7 RX1210 ......................................................
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