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PRECISION GPS+: HiPer+

HiPer Operators Manual HiPer+

Operators 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 .................................................................... 1-1 Principles of Operation .............................................. 1-2 GPS Overview ..................................................... 1-2 Calculating Positions .................................... 1-3 GPS Positioning ............................................ 1-4 Conclusion .................................................... 1-5 Receiver Overview .............................................. 1-5 Standard Package Contents ........................................ 1-7 Cables .................................................................. 1-7 Software .............................................................. 1-8 Literature ............................................................. 1-9 Getting Acquainted .................................................... 1-9 Internal Components ........................................... 1-10 GPS+ antenna ............................................... 1-10 Bluetooth Module ......................................... 1-10 Radio Modem ............................................... 1-10 Power Board ................................................. 1-12 GPS+ receiver board ..................................... 1-12 Batteries ........................................................ 1-13 External Components .......................................... 1-14 Radome ......................................................... 1-14 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com i Table of Contents Bottom Panel ................................................ 1-14 Front Panel ................................................... 1-15 Back Panel .................................................... 1-16 Option Authorized File (OAF) .................................. 1-17 Chapter 2 Configuration ................................................... 2-1 Powering the HiPer+ ................................................. 2-2 Internal batteries .................................................. 2-2 External Batteries ................................................ 2-3 Battery Charger ................................................... 2-4 Turning On/Off the HiPer+ ................................. 2-4 Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer .................... 2-5 Establishing a Wireless Connection .................... 2-5 Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection .......... 2-7 Establishing a USB Cable Connection ............... 2-7 Establishing a PC-CDU Connection ................... 2-7 HiPer+ Configuration ................................................ 2-10 Power Management ............................................ 2-15 Charging Internal Batteries .......................... 2-21 Checking Internal Battery Status .................. 2-22 MINTER Configuration ............................................ 2-22 Radio Configuration .................................................. 2-30 Configuring a UHF Radio Modem ..................... 2-30 Configuring a GSM Radio Modem ..................... 2-40 Bluetooth Module Configuration .............................. 2-43 Collecting Almanacs ................................................. 2-49 Chapter 3 Setup and Survey ............................................. 3-1 HiPer+ Receiver Setup .............................................. 3-1 Set up HiPer+ Receiver ....................................... 3-2 Measure Antenna Height .................................... 3-2 Collect Data ........................................................ 3-4 Surveying with the HiPer+ ........................................ 3-5 ii Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Table of Contents Static Survey ....................................................... 3-5 Kinematic Survey ................................................ 3-9 Stop and Go Survey ...................................... 3-9 Kinematic Continuous .................................. 3-11 Real-time Kinematic Survey ............................... 3-12 Setting up an RTK Base Station ................... 3-12 Setting up an RTK Rover ............................. 3-17 Chapter 4 Operation .......................................................... 4-1 Using the MINTER ................................................... 4-1 Power Key ........................................................... 4-2 Status LED .......................................................... 4-2 Reset Key ............................................................ 4-2 FN Key and Record LED .................................... 4-2 Battery LED ........................................................ 4-6 Modem LED ....................................................... 4-6 Information Modes .............................................. 4-7 Normal .......................................................... 4-7 Extended Information Mode (EIM) ............. 4-7 Downloading Files to a Computer ............................. 4-8 Deleting Files ............................................................. 4-12 Checking an OAF ...................................................... 4-14 Loading an OAF ........................................................ 4-17 Managing HiPer+ Memory ........................................ 4-18 Clearing the NVRAM ................................................ 4-18 Using MINTER to Clear NVRAM ..................... 4-19 Using PC-CDU to Clear NVRAM ...................... 4-19 Changing Receiver Modes ........................................ 4-20 Sleep Mode ......................................................... 4-20 Zero Power Mode ............................................... 4-20 Checking Firmware Version ...................................... 4-21 Loading New Firmware ............................................. 4-23 Receiver and Power Board Firmware ................. 4-24 Bluetooth Module Firmware ............................... 4-27 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com iii Table of Contents 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 ................................................ B-1 Connector Specifications ........................................... B-10 Radio (Modem) RF Connector ........................... B-10 Power Connector ................................................. B-11 Serial C-RS232 Connector .................................. B-12 USB Connector ................................................... B-13 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 Index iv Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual List of Figures Chapter 1 Introduction ...................................................... 1-1 HiPer+ Receiver ............................................................ 1-1 HiPer+ Radome ............................................................. 1-14 HiPer+ Front Panel ....................................................... 1-15 HiPer+ Back Panel ........................................................ 1-16 Chapter 2 Configuration .................................................... 2-1 PC-CDU Main Screen ................................................... 2-8 Click File->Connect ...................................................... 2-8 Bluetooth and RS232 Connection Parameters .............. 2-9 USB Connection Parameters ......................................... 2-9 PC-CDU Connection Established ................................. 2-10 Configuration->Receiver .............................................. 2-11 Receiver Configuration ................................................. 2-11 Receiver Configuration MINTER Tab ...................... 2-12 Receiver Configuration Advanced Tab ..................... 2-13 Advanced Configuration Multipath Reduction .......... 2-13 Advanced Configuration Loop Management ............. 2-14 Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 2-14 Configuration->Receiver .............................................. 2-15 Select Power Mode ....................................................... 2-16 Select Charger Mode ..................................................... 2-17 Select Power Output Modes Ports ............................. 2-18 Select Power Output Modes Slots .............................. 2-19 View Voltages Information ........................................... 2-19 Enable and Apply Power Settings ................................. 2-20 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com v List of Figures HiPer+ MINTER .......................................................... 2-22 Connection Parameters MINTER Settings ................ 2-24 Configuration->Receiver .............................................. 2-24 Receiver Configuration MINTER Tab ...................... 2-25 File->Manual Mode ...................................................... 2-31 Manual Mode Command Responses ......................... 2-32 PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen ....................... 2-33 PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu ................................. 2-33 Set Capture Method->Soft Break ................................. 2-34 Click Load .................................................................... 2-34 PDL Identification Tab ................................................. 2-35 PDL Radio Link Tab .................................................... 2-36 PDL Serial Interface Tab .............................................. 2-37 PDL Click Program ................................................... 2-37 Click Close then Exit .................................................... 2-38 Connection Parameters Manual Mode Only .............. 2-38 Manual Mode Command Responses ............................ 2-39 Select a Survey Configuration ...................................... 2-41 Base or Rover Radio Configuration ............................. 2-42 Set Base or Rover Cell Phone Parameters .................... 2-42 Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen ............ 2-44 Select Communication Port and Click Connect ........... 2-45 BTCONF Identification Tab ......................................... 2-46 BTCONF Parameters Tab ............................................. 2-46 BTCONF Security Parameters ..................................... 2-47 BTCONF Serial Interface Tab ...................................... 2-48 Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 2-48 Chapter 3 Setup and Survey ............................................. 3-1 HiPer+ Antenna Offsets ................................................ 3-3 Configuration->Receiver->MINTER ........................... 3-7 Advanced->Multipath ................................................... 3-8 Advanced->Loop Management .................................... 3-8 Rover MINTER Configuration ..................................... 3-9 vi Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual List of Figures Legacy-E Base Station Setup ........................................ 3-13 Set All Parameters to Defaults ...................................... 3-14 Receiver Configuration Positioning .......................... 3-14 Base Tab Configuration ................................................ 3-15 Base Configuration Ports ........................................... 3-16 HiPer+ Rover Station Setup .......................................... 3-18 Rover Tab Configuration .............................................. 3-19 Rover Configuration Ports ......................................... 3-21 PC-CDU Main Screen .................................................. 3-21 Chapter 4 Operation .......................................................... 4-1 MINTER ....................................................................... 4-1 Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking ....... 4-9 File->File Manager ....................................................... 4-9 Find Files to Download ................................................ 4-10 Download Files ............................................................. 4-11 Download Files Status Indicators .............................. 4-11 Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 4-12 Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking ....... 4-12 File->Manager .............................................................. 4-13 Delete Files ................................................................... 4-13 Click Disconnect then Exit ........................................... 4-14 Tools->Receiver Options .............................................. 4-14 Option Manager ............................................................ 4-16 Load OAF ..................................................................... 4-17 Tools->Clear NVRAM ................................................. 4-19 Help->About ................................................................. 4-22 About PC-CDU ............................................................. 4-22 FLoader Main Screen .................................................... 4-23 Get Device Type ........................................................... 4-24 Program Tab Settings ................................................... 4-25 Set Device Type ............................................................ 4-25 Program Tab Settings ................................................... 4-26 Get Device Type ........................................................... 4-27 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com vii List of Figures 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 viii Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual List of Tables Chapter 1 Introduction ...................................................... 1-1 Euro Card Options ........................................................ 1-13 Chapter 2 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 ix 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com List of Tables Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications ........................................... B-10 Power Connector Specifications ................................... B-11 RS232 Connector Specifications .................................. B-12 USB Connector Specifications ..................................... B-13 x Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 xi 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Preface 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. 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 PRODUCTS 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 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual xii Terms and Conditions 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. 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com xiii Preface 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 products 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:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. xiv 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 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Regulatory Information 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 numrique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Rglement sur le matriel brouilleur du Canada. xv 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Preface 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. xvi Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Manual Conventions 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. xvii 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Preface Notes:

xviii Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 Systems HiPer+ is a dual-frequency, GPS+

receiver built to be the most advanced and compact receiver for the surveying market. The HiPer+ is a multi-function, multi-

purpose receiver intended for precision markets. Precision markets means markets for equipment, subsystems, components 1-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction 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 1-2 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 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Principles of Operation 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 positionslatitude, longitude, altitudethe receiver must lock on to four satellites. In a 1-3 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction mixed, GPS and GLONASS scenario, receivers 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 satellite s 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 anti-

spoofing signals the US Department of Defense transmits with GPS signals. The more satellites in view, the stronger the signal, the lower the DOP number, providing more accurate positioning.

Availability The availability of satellites affects the calculation of valid positions. The more visible Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 1-4 Principles of Operation 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 receivers 40 channels initialize and begin tracking visible GPS and GLONASS satellites. Each of the receivers channels can be used to track C/A-L1, P-L1, or P-L2 signals. The number of channels available allows the 1-5 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction 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 receivers radio frequency

(RF) device are connected with a coaxial cable. The wide-

band signal received is down-converted, filtered, digitized, and assigned to different channels. The receiver processor controls the process of signal tracking. Once the signal is locked in the channel, it is demodulated and necessary signal parameters (carrier and code phases) are measured. Also, broadcast navigation data are retrieved from the navigation frame. After the receiver locks on to four or more satellites, it is possible to solve the so-called absolute positioning problem and compute the receivers coordinates and time (in WGS-84). All this information is stored in the receivers 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 receivers internal memory. This allows the operator to double check real-time results obtained in the field. Capabilities of the HiPer+ receiver include:

Co-Op Tracking

Multipath reduction

Wide area augmentation system (WAAS)

Adjustable phase locked loop (PLL) and delay lock loop

(DLL) parameters

Dual-frequency static, kine matic, real-time kinematic

(RTK), and differential GPS (DGPS) survey modes Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 1-6 Standard Package Contents

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

Power/charger cable

Power supply W/48 SAFECO connector 1-7 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction Software Standard HiPer+ software includes:

PC-CDU controller software that can run on a Windows-based computer. Please refer to the PC-CDU Users Manual for detailed information on this software.

GPS radio configuration software third party software, such as PDLCONF from Pacific Crest.

Topcon Tools Topcons 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 Topcons 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 Topcons Bluetooth module configuration program; available on the Topcon website.

TopSURV Topcons 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. 1-8

Carlson SurvCE optional th ird-party software for data collection; contact your TPS dealer. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Getting Acquainted Literature HiPer+ literature includes:

One year warranty card

HiPer+ Operators Manual

Functional specifications

Packaging instruction card Manuals and other product information are also available on the Topcon websitewww.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 Users Manual

FLoader Users Manual

MINTER Users Manual Getting Acquainted The HiPer+ is 158.5mm wide, 173mm deep, 113mm high, and weighs 1.72kg. The receivers 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 Bluetooth1 wireless technology module, and two Euro cards. One of those cards is the GPS+

1. Bluetooth is a trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. under license. 1-9 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction 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 3050 meters (98164 feet) for exterior projects. The Bluetooth modules 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 stations modem transmits the carrier phase and code measurements along Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 1-10 Getting Acquainted 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 450470 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 1-11 The use of these preset frequencies without a license is illegal. Contact your local 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction 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 receivers 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 boards 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. 1-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Getting Acquainted Table 1-1 lists the options available for this card. Table 1-1. Euro Card Options Euro Card Model Available Options Euro-112 (HE_GGD) 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 receivers 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. 1-13 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction 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. 1-14 Bottom Panel

Receiver serial number

Receiver part number

Antenna Reference Point (ARP) Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Getting Acquainted Front Panel Figure 1-3 shows the front panel components. MINTER Reset USB Power A B C D Figure 1-3. HiPer+ Front Panel

MINTER The Minimu m 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. 1-15 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction NOTICE Changing the receivers 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 1-16

Vent plug Equalizes the pressure between the inside of the receiver and the outside environment.

Slant height measure mark (SHMM) Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Option Authorized File (OAF) 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) 1-17 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Introduction Notes:

1-18 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Chapter 2 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. 2-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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. The speed of the charge depends on the Power and Charger settings on the PC-CDU Receiver Configuration screen, and whether the receiver is turned off or on. See Power Management on page 2-15 for more information on these settings. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 2-2 Powering the HiPer+

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. 2-3 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration TIP 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. 2-4 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer 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 receivers 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-to-

Bluetooth adapter installed. NOTICE Changing the receivers Port B default settings will affect the Bluetooth link. The default 2-5 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 receivers Bluetooth module mode is Slave. Instruct the external device (Master) to search for the receiver (Slave). 2. 3. Once the Master device detects the receiver, use the procedure described in the external devices 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 receivers 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. 2-6 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection 1. Using the RS232 cable, connect the serial port of your computer (usually COM1) to the receivers 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 Topcons 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 Users Manual available on the TPS website. 2-7 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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.

Set the communication rate between the receiver and the computer (usually 115200) from the Baud rate drop-

down list. 2-8 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer 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 receivers ID from the Rec ID drop-down list. Figure 2-4. USB Connection Parameters 2-9 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration Once a PC-CDU connection with the receiver has been established, the current communications settingssuch 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 receivers 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. TIP Refer to the PC-CDU Users 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. 2-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Configuration 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).

Set the Recording interval in seconds.

Set the Elevation mask for Log file in degrees. 2-11 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration

Enter the File name prefix. Use the last three digits of the receiver serial number. The receivers 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 Users Manual. 2-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Configuration 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 2-13 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 2-14 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Configuration 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 Topcons PC-CDU software to manage your receivers power. The complete description of PC-CDU exceeds the scope of this manual, but can be found in the PC-CDU Users 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 2-15 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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. 2-16 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Configuration 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. 2-17 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 deli ver 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. 2-18 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Configuration 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). Figure 2-18. View Voltages Information 2-19 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration

External displays the external power supplys voltage.

On Board displays the voltage drawn by the receiver board.

Battery A displays th e voltage of battery A.

Battery B displays the voltage of battery B.

Charger displays the chargers 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 receivers processor into low power consumption mode (Figure 2-19). Figure 2-19. Enable and Apply Power Settings 10. Click Apply. 2-20 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Configuration Charging Internal Batteries Use one of the following conditions for maximum battery charge speed.

The receiver is turned of f. 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. 2-21 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 receivers operation

(Figure 2-20). Power key Reset Key STAT (status LED) BATT (battery LED) 2-22 REC (recording LED) RX (modem LED) FN key (function/recording) Figure 2-20. HiPer+ MINTER Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual MINTER Configuration 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 receivers 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 record ed 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 Users 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) 2-23 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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

Initial data collection dynamic mode on page 2-28

Data recording auto-start on page 2-28 2-24 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual MINTER Configuration 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 15 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 186400 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. 2-25 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration Log file names have the following structure:

<prefix><month><day><sequential alphabet letter>

The file name depends on both the file creation time (month and day) and additional letter suffixes to avoid confusion between files created on the same day. Always Append to the File 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. 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 2-26 MINTER Configuration

Period specifies the time duratio n of each log file created in AFRM mode. Values are 60 to 86400 seconds. The default value is 3600 seconds.

Phase specifies the phase (c onstant 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 receivers memory holds up to 256 files.

Files (remain) specifies the nu mber of files left for the receiver to create in AFRM. Values are 0 to [231-1]. The default value is zero.

Automatically remove old file s 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). 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com 2-27 Configuration 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 MINTERs 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 Users Manual and PC-CDU Users 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 receivers behavior in the event of a power failure. Table 2-1 gives the different scenarios available and the results after power is restored to the receiver. Specified file refers to the file name entered in the Always append to file parameter. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 2-28 MINTER Configuration Before Power Failure 1 Receiver data logged to file specified. 2 Receiver data logged to default file. 3 File specified;

receiver data logging not started. 4 No file specified;

receiver data logging off. Table 2-1. Data Recording Parameter Behavior Enabled Radio Button Results Off On Always Data logging will not resume when power is restored. Data logging will not resume when power is restored. Receiver will resume data logging to the same file when power is restored. A new log file will open when power is restored and data will log to this file. 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. Data logging will not start when power is restored. Data logging will not start when power is restored. Receiver will resume data logging to the same file when power is restored. A new log file will open when power is restored and data will log to this file. A log file with this name will open and data logging will start after 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. 2-29 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 2-30 Radio Configuration 2. Once connected, click on File->Manual Mode to create a daisy chain between the receivers 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). 2-31 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration Figure 2-25. Manual Mode Command Responses TIP 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). 2-32 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Radio Configuration 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 2-33 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 2-34 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Radio Configuration 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 2-35 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 2-36 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Radio Configuration 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 modems memory

(Figure 2-33). Figure 2-33. PDL Click Program 2-37 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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. 2-38 Figure 2-35. Connection Parameters Manual Mode Only Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Radio Configuration 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. 2-39 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 Topcons FC-1000 external controller and TopSURV. Refer to the TopSURV Reference Manual or the TopSURV Users 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 receivers serial port A. 2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and external controller to turn them on, and start TopSURV. 2-40 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Radio Configuration 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). TIP If this is a new configuration, refer to the TopSURV Users 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. 2-41 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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). 2-42 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Bluetooth Module Configuration 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 stations 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 modules configuration program, and your computer to:

access the Bluetooth wi reless technology module

configure the Bluetooth module

check or change the modules 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. 2-43 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 modules settings. TIP 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 receivers 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). 2-44 Figure 2-40. Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Bluetooth Module Configuration 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 uniq ue electronic address for your Bluetooth module.

Firmware version the current firmware version of the Bluetooth module. 2-45 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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. 2-46 Figure 2-43. BTCONF Parameters Tab Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Bluetooth Module Configuration 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 2-47 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration 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 2-48 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Collecting Almanacs 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. 2-49 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Configuration Notes:

2-50 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Chapter 3 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. 3-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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. If using the HiPer+ as a Base station, connect the external radio to the receiver. 3. 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 antennas 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. 3-2

Slant measured from the ma rker to the lower edge of the antenna slant height measure mark (SHMM) located on both end panels of the receiver. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Receiver Setup 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 To L2 Phase Center Up 102mm 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 3-3 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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. 5. Record the receiver serial number, antenna height, point name, and start time in the field notes. 6. Press the power key and release it to turn the receiver on. The STAT (status) light (LED) will blink red at first. 7. Once the receiver has locked on to one or more satellites, the STAT light will blink green for GPS satellites, orange for GLONASS satellites, and a short red blink indicating it has not solved a position. Four or more satellites provide optimal positioning. 8. Once the short red blink is gone, the receiver has a position and surveying can begin. You should wait for green and orange lights before beginning data collection. This ensures that the receiver has the correct date and time, and is locked on to enough satellites to ensure good quality data. The process of locking on to satellites normally takes less than one minute. In a new area, under heavy tree canopy, or after resetting the receiver, it may take several minutes. Collect Data 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. 3-4 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

TIP You can use PC-CDU to configure data logging. See MINTER Configuration on page 2-22 or refer to the PC-CDU Users 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

(530 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 surveyors experience as well as the following factors:

The length of the baseline measured 3-5 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey

The number of satellites in view

The satellite geometry (DOP)

The antennas location

The ionospheric activity level

The types of receivers used

The accuracy requirements

The necessity of resolvin g 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 single-

frequency receivers over long baselines or during ionospheric storms. Secondly, dual frequency receivers need far less observation time to reach the desired accuracy requirement. After the survey completes, data the receivers collect can be downloaded onto a computer and processed using post-

processing software (for example, Pinnacle). The procedure that follows describes the steps the operator should take to perform a Static Survey using MINTER. 1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computer on page 2-5 for this procedure. 2. Open PC-CDU, click Configuration->Receiver

->MINTER and specify the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-2 on page 3-7):

Recording Interval 15 seconds Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 3-6 Surveying with the HiPer+

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 3-7 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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 3-8 5. Set up each antenna and receiver as described in HiPer+

Figure 3-4. Advanced->Loop Management Receiver Setup on page 3-1. 6. Begin your survey. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

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 dyna mic mode, Static enable See to Table 4-1 on page 4-4 for FN key functions and REC LED statuses. Figure 3-5. Rover MINTER Configuration 3-9 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 3-10 Surveying with the HiPer+

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 collec tion 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). 3-11 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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 receivers 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. 3-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

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 Computeron page 2-5 for this procedure. 7. Using PC-CDU click Configuration->Receiver. 3-13 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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 Users Manual for more information. 10. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask parameter to 15

(Figure 3-8). 3-14 Figure 3-8. Receiver Configuration Positioning Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

11. Select the Base tab and set the following parameters

(Figure 3-9):

GPS/GLO at one time enable

Antenna position enter La t, 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. Figure 3-9. Base Tab Configuration 3-15 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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. 3-16 Figure 3-10. Base Configuration Ports 13. Click Apply. The receiver begins sending data to the selected port. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

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 Users 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. 3-17 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey Figure 3-11. HiPer+ Rover Station Setup 1. Set up the Rover station receivers antenna as described in HiPer+ Receiver Setup on page 3-1. 2. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the HiPer+ and a Computeron 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). 3-18 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

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 stations 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 3-19 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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. 3-20 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Surveying with the HiPer+

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 antennas phase center along with the solution type within 1030 seconds. Figure 3-14. PC-CDU Main Screen 3-21 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Setup and Survey 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). Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 3-22 Chapter 4 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 Topcons 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 4-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 4-2 Using the MINTER 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 ea ch time data is written to the internal receivers 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 receivers 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. 4-3 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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... No light No data recording. Not pressed 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 15 seconds Release to start data recording (post-

processing 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 58 seconds Red Release to turn serial port A baud rate to 9600 bps. Pressed for > 8 seconds No light No function. 4-4 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Using the MINTER 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 Data recording started (post-

processing occupation mode undefined). Not pressed If FN key mode is Occupation mode switch Green Orange Data recording started (Kinematic post-processing occupation mode). Data recording started (Static post-

processing occupation mode). 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 Release to toggle between Static and Kinematic post-processing modes. No light Release to stop data recording. Pressed for 15 seconds Pressed for 58 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). 4-5 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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 po wer 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 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 4-6 started.

Orange the modem is receiving a signal. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Using the MINTER 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 positions 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 di stinguishable 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).

Oscillators 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 GLONASS 51 51 39 49 39 40 4-7 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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). 4-8 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Downloading Files to a Computer Figure 4-2. Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking 2. Click File->File Manager (Figure 4-3). Figure 4-3. File->File Manager 4-9 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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. 4-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Downloading Files to a Computer 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. Figure 4-6. Download Files Status Indicators 4-11 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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). 4-12 Figure 4-8. Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 2. Click File->File Manager (Figure 4-9). Deleting Files 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. OR 4-13 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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 receivers options, and load any new OAF, using the RS232 cable, a computer, and PC-CDU. Refer to the PC-CDU Users 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 4-14 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Checking an OAF 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 th e 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 ve rsion 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. 4-15 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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. 4-16 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Loading an OAF 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. 4-17 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation Managing HiPer+ Memory When using the HiPer+ in static or dynamic applications, you may need to know the amount of memory the receivers 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 receivers log files.

SS the estimated size of one epoch of raw data in the receivers 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 The receivers 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 receivers settings, such as active antenna input, elevation masks and recording interval, and information about the receivers 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 receivers memory. However, it will reset your receiver to factory default values. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 4-18 Clearing the NVRAM 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 4-19 The receiver automatically disconnects once the NVRAM is cleared. 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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 receivers 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 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 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 4-20 Checking Firmware Version 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. 4-21 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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. 4-22 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Loading New Firmware 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 modules 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 Users 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). 4-23 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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). 4-24 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Loading New Firmware 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 boards 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 Receivers Power Board (Figure 4-21). Figure 4-21. Set Device Type 4-25 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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 boards 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 receivers NVRAM (see Clearing the NVRAM on page 4-18) and update the almanac (see Collecting Almanacs on page 2-49) after loading new firmware. 4-26 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Loading New Firmware 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). 4-27 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Operation 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 modules 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. 4-28 6. Click File->Exit. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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. 5-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Troubleshooting 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 The receiver may be in Zero Power Mode. If no external power source used, batteries may be discharged. The receiver has an external power source, but internal batteries are discharged. The receiver may have a defective charger or defective internal batteries. Solutions Press the Reset key. Connect a fully charged external power source and retry. See Powering the HiPer+ on page 2-2. Charge the batteries overnight. See Powering the HiPer+ on page 2-2. If after charging your internal batteries overnight, and your HiPer+ is not powering, contact TPS Customer Support for advice. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 5-2 Receiver Problems Receiver Problems The following are some of the most commonly encountered receiver problems. Solutions 1. Connect your receiver and a Problem The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or external controller. Causes The receivers Port B has been disabled, preventing wireless communication between the HiPer+

and a Bluetooth-

enabled external device.

->General. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 3 (B) check box. computer using an RS232 cable

(see Establishing an RS232 Cable Connection on page 2-7). 2. Click Configuration->Receiver 3. The Daisy Chain mode is still active. The cable is not properly plugged in. See Step 14 on page 2-38 for the procedure to turn off the Daisy Chain.

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 receivers connectors.

Use an undamaged cable.

Contact your Dealer to purchase new cables. 5-3 The cable is damaged. 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Troubleshooting The receiver port used for connection is not in Command mode. 1. Connect your receiver and a computer using a free port (see 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 The receiver stores an old almanac. Solutions

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 The elevation mask value is too high (e.g., above 15 degrees). Solutions

Lower the elevation mask.

See page 2-25 for information on setting the elevation mask. 5-4 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual The survey is conducted near obstructions (tree canopy, tall buildings, etc.). Receiver Problems

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 An improper receiver status has been chosen. Solutions

Choose the correct receiver status. 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. 5-5 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Troubleshooting The corresponding receiver options may be disabled or expired.

See Checking an OAF on page 4-14 for details on how to check current options.

Enable the corresponding receiver options.

Contact your dealer to purchase current receiver options.

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. Conduct your survey when PDOP values are low.

Lower the elevation mask.

See page 2-25 for information on setting the elevation mask.

Ensure the cable is undamaged.

Check the cable connector attachment to the receiver. Remove and reattach the cable connector to ensure a secure connection.

Set the Base and Rover receivers to the same radio channel.

See Radio Configuration on page 2-30. There are not enough common satellites. In order to obtain a fixed solution, the Base and Rover should track at least five common satellites. Poor satellite geometry

(PDOP/GDOP values are too high). The elevation mask is above 15 degrees. The receiver and the antenna have a poor connection. The Base and Rover modems are set to different radio channels. 5-6 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual A discrepancy exists between the differential standards used at the Base and Rover receivers. The specified link rate is not compatible with the link rates the modem supports. The link rate is the rate at which data transmits over the RF link. The specified baud rate is not compatible with the baud rates the modem supports. The baud rate is the rate at which the receiver transmits differential messages to the modem and vice versa. The Digisquelch control at the transmitting modem is set incorrectly. Receiver Problems 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.

Change the link rate to that which your modem supports. See the modems manual for link rate support information.

See Radio Configuration on page 2-30 for checking the current link rate and changing the link rate.

Change the baud rate to that which your modem supports. See the modems manual for baud rate support information.

See Radio Configuration on page 2-30 for checking the current baud rate and changing the baud rate. The Digisquelch control at the transmitting modem should be On and set to Low. 5-7 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Troubleshooting The Digisquelch control at the receiving modem is set incorrectly. The modem battery is low. Poor bandwidth quality

(a high number of jamming signals). The distance between the Base and Rover is too far. The Digisquelch control at the receiving modem should be On and set to Medium or High.

Attach an external power source to the receiver. See External Batteries on page 2-3.

See Powering the HiPer+ on page 2-2. Use another frequency channel for both the Base and Receiver modems.

Close the distance between the Base and Rover.

Use a radio repeater. Problem The receiver does not start data logging. Causes The receiver has no free space for files. Solutions

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). The receiver has already logged 256 files into the internal memory. 5-8

Use the AFRM feature. See Automatic File Rotation Mode

(AFRM) parameters on page 2-26.

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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Bluetooth Problems Bluetooth Problems The following are some of the most commonly encountered error messages. BTCONF reports the error messages in the status bar. Error Message Cant find receiver. Causes The receiver is turned off. The cables connectors are improperly attached. The cable is damaged. The COM port the receiver is attached to differs from the one selected in BTCONF. The receiver port used for connection is not in Command mode. Solutions Ensure the receiver has power and is turned on.

Check that the cable connector is attached to the correct serial port.

Unplug the cable, then securely and properly reconnect it to the receiver.

Use an undamaged cable.

Contact your Dealer to purchase a new cable. Ensure that the RS232 cable is attached to the COM port specified in the BTCONF communication port drop-

down list. See Bluetooth Module Configuration on page 2-43 for details. 1. Connect your receiver and a computer using a free port (see 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. 5-9 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Troubleshooting The settings for Port B may have been changed.

The settings for Port B are: 115200 baud rate, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no handshaking.

Try enabling RTS/CTS handshaking for Port B. Do not change other settings. The corresponding receiver options may be disabled or expired.

See Checking an OAF on page 4-14 for details on how to check current options.

Enable the corresponding receiver options.

Contact your dealer to purchase current receiver options. Solution 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 3.

->General. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 3 (B) check box. Close the connection with the device, then connect to your receiver. Error Message Cant find Bluetooth. Causes The receivers Slot 3 is turned off. The Bluetooth module is linked with another device. 5-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Bluetooth Problems The Bluetooth modules 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. Contact your dealer to purchase a Bluetooth enabled receiver. The receiver does not have a Bluetooth module. Error Message Open COM# port failed: Access is denied. Causes Another application uses the computer port dedicated for connection connect. Solution

Close the application, then re-

Connect the receiver via another, unused computer port. Problem After searching for available devices, none are discovered. Causes The receiver is not receiving power. Solution

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. 5-11 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Troubleshooting The receivers Slot 3 is turned off. The devices may be out of acceptable radio range. 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 3.

->General. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 3 (B) check box.

Verify that your devices are within acceptable radio range.

Move the devices within radio range. Problem Can see the icon for the receivers Bluetooth module on the computer screen, but cannot connect to it. Causes Device security settings probably differ. Solution

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 2-

47 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. 5-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 Users 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. A-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Creating Scripts 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 To End 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 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. Click Load script on the Manual Mode dialog box. 2. Navigate to the folder that contains your script file. 3. Select the appropriate script file and click Open. 4. Press Enter or click Send command to run the script file. A-2 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 Details Component 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 B-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Specifications Component Survey Mode Survey Accuracy Static, Fast Static Kinematic RTK Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Details Static Kinematic (Continuous, Stop and Go) RTK (Real-time Kinematic) DGPS (Differential GPS) 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 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 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 Technology

< 60 sec

< 10 sec

< 1 sec Co-Op tracking Low signal tracking Advanced Multipath mitigation WAAS Adjustable PLL and DLL parameters B-2 Radio Modem Spread Spectrum Internal 915 MHz or 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum transceiver Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Specifications 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 LEDs 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 Up to four high speed RS232 serial ports and a USB port B-3 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Specifications Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Component Details Connectors MINTER Antenna Modem Antenna, 1PPS output (optional), Event Marker input (optional), PWR, USB Four external LEDs ON/OFF control input 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 B-4 Operating time

~11.5 hours with UHF PDL Radio ON

~13.5 hours with UHF PDL Radio OFF External power 1 port Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Specifications Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Details 6 to 28 V DC (for work) 9 to 28 V DC (for charge battery) Minimum Charge Current >=2 Amp Typical: 2.5W Maximum: 2.7W Backup battery for timekeeping and almanac data storage 10 years minimum operation

-30 C to + 60 C with batteries Component Input voltage Consumption On-board Environment Operating temperature Storage temperature

-40 C to +75 C with batteries Physical Enclosure Color Aluminum extrusion, rainproof Topcon Yellow Dimensions W:158.5 x H:113 x D:173 mm Weight Antenna Battery Controller Mounting Seals 1.72 kg Internal Two internal External 5/8-11 Silicon (molding in Color) B-5 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Specifications 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 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) B-6 Multi-base DGPS Differential correction select mode: Nearest, Mix, Best (optional) Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Specifications 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 Initialize time Up to 50km in the morning and evening. Up to 32 km at noon. 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 Results Fix, Float, DOP, Data Link Status, Modem Latency, Common satellites, Percentage of fixing RTK coordinates, HRMS, VRMS, Covariance Matrix B-7 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Specifications Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Component Details Ambiguity fixing level Selectable thresholds Low: 95%; Medium: 99.5%; High: 99.9%

PPS Output (optional) Number of PPS ports 1 Edge Period Offset Rise, Fall 10 to 1000000000 ms

-500000000 to 500000000 msec

-500000 to 500000 nsec Reference time GPS, GLONASS, UTC (USNO), UTC (SU) Event Marker (optional) Number of Event Marker ports 1 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 Weight W:60 x L:112 x H:36 mm 235 g Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual HiPer+ Specifications Table B-1. HiPer+ Specifications Component Details Operating Temperature 0 C to +40 C Storage Temperature

-40 C to +85 C Input Output Connector Battery charge time AC 90 to 264 V 1A (110 V AC) 47 to 63 Hz DC 12 V 2.5 A (30 W) Input (AC): Outlet Output (DC): Fisher 5 Pin 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 Topcons 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. B-9 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com 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 Signal Name Dir Details BNC Modem I/O I 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 Signal Name TNC Modem I/O Dir I/O Details RF input from modem antenna B-10 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 Power_INP Power_GND Power_GND 1 2 3 4 5 P P P P 6 to 28 volts DC input 6 to 28 volts DC input Ground, power return Ground, power return Not used B-11 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Specifications Serial C-RS232 Connector For ports A and D. The RS232 connectors (Figure B-2) are sealed receptacle, 7 pin, ODU part number G80F1C-

T07QC00-0000. 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 GND CTS RTS RXD TXD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 P

I O I O Power Output (I<0.2 A) Signal ground Clear to send Request to send Receive data Transmit data Not used B-12 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 1 2 3 4 5 USB_PWR GND USB D+

USB D-

Not used Bus power Ground Data plus Data minus P

I/O I/O B-13 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Specifications Notes:

B-14 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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. 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com C-1 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 receivers 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. Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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. C-3 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Safety Warnings Notes:

C-4 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 systems 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. D-1 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com UHF Radio Usage TIP Use a scanner to find clear channels for communication. 2. Your systems 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 systems range. Directional antennas concentrate the signal power within a more narrow direction, significantly increasing the range of your system.

Check out the TPS accessory lin e for various items to raise your Base radio. D-2 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual 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 purchasers 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. 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com E-1 Warranty Terms Notes:

E-2 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Index A 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 B Back panel 1-16 Base configuration 3-53-8 setup 3-123-17 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 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 C 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 using PC-CDU 2-10 Index 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Index 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 D Daisy chain 2-31, A-1 Data recording auto-start 2-28 Delete files 4-124-14 Differential corrections LQ field 3-21 Download BTCONF 2-43 files 4-84-12 firmware 4-244-26, 4-274-28 FLoader 4-23 indicators 4-11 OAFs 4-17 Dual frequency 1-2 E EIM 4-74-8 Elevation mask 2-25 External components 1-14 External power 2-3, 2-4 F File creation mode 2-26 File name prefix 2-11, 2-25 Files Bluetooth module 4-27 delete 4-124-14 download 4-84-12 flash 4-24, 4-25, 4-27, 4-28 power board 4-24, 4-26 RAM 4-24, 4-25, 4-27, 4-28 Index select 4-10 Firmware check version 4-21 files 4-24, 4-27 load 4-23, 4-244-26, 4-274-28 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 G GPS+ 1-2 GSM configuration 2-402-43 safety C-1 I 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 2-28 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 Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual Internal radio 1-10, 2-30 configuration 2-30 LED 4-6 see also RX LED Index K Kinematic continuous survey 3-11 configuration 3-11 Kinematic survey 3-9 see also Kinematic continuous survey see also Stop and Go survey N Normal mode 4-7 NVRAM 1-4, 4-18 clear 4-18, 4-26 w/ MINTER 4-19 w/ PC-CDU 4-19 L LED BATT 4-6 REC 4-2 RX 4-6 STAT 4-2 Literature 1-9 Load firmware 4-244-26, 4-274-28 LQ field 3-22 M 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, 2-252-28 using 4-1 Modem see Internal radio configuration 2-30 O 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 P 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 2-102-39 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 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Index Index Power 2-2 board 1-12 charger 2-4 external 2-3 internal 2-2 management 2-15, 2-162-20 Power board file 4-24, 4-26 R 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 4-74-8 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 3-93-10, 3-113-12 setup 3-17, 3-173-21 RTK 1-2, 3-12 base station setup 3-12 w/ external modem 3-17 package contents 1-7 rover setup 3-17 Index RX LED 4-6 blink pattern 4-6 green 4-6 no light 4-6 orange 4-6 S 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, 19200 3-16, 3-20 38400 2-30, 2-36, 2-38, 3-16, 5-10 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, 2-102-39 PDLCONF 1-8, 2-30, 2-322-38 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, 4-74-8 EIM 4-7 green 4-2 orange 4-2 red 4-2 Static survey 3-53-8 configuration 3-6 MINTER parameters 3-6 Stop and Go survey 3-9 configuration 3-9 Topcon HiPer+ Operators 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 3-53-8 stop and go 3-9 Switch information modes 4-2 System range D-1 T Test 1-5, 4-7, C-3 EIM 4-74-8 Trajectory survey see Kinematic continuous survey Turn on/off 2-4 U UHF D-1 Uninstall BTCONF 2-44 USB connection parameters 2-9 USB driver 2-7 W Warnings C-1 battery pack C-2 general C-1 usage C-3 Z Zero power mode 4-20, 4-21 reset key 4-2 Index 1-866-4TOPCON www.topconpositioning.com Index Notes:

Index Topcon HiPer+ Operators Manual TOPCON Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. 5758 W. Las Positas Blvd. Pleasanton, California U.S.A. Phone: 925 460 1300 Fax: 925 460 1315 2003 Topcon Corporation. All rights reserved. No unauthorized duplication. P/N: 7010-0526 Rev. A Printed in U.S.A. 4/03 250