User Guide Spectra Precision® FOCUS® 35 Total Station Version 1.
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Important Information Before using the Spectra Precision® FOCUS® 35 total station, make sure that you understand this user guide, as well as all equipment and job site safety requirements. Safety Information • Instruments and original accessories from Spectra Precision must only be used for the intended purpose. • Operate the instrument only in compliance with the operating conditions specified. Do not point the telescope directly at the sun.
Important Information Laser Safety Questions Address any questions you may have about laser safety to: Spectra Precision 5475 Kellenburger Road Dayton, OH USA 45424-1099 Attention: Laser Safety Officer, Quality Assurance Group Phone (937) 233-8921 ext 824 or (800) 538-7800 Fax (937) 233-9661 Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station is a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT and contains different light sources.
Important Information C WARNING – The use of Laser Class 3R equipment can be dangerous for the eyes. The risk for eye damage is minimized through the radiation limit of 5 mW (FOCUS 35 at 660 nm). Do not stare directly into the beam. Do not direct the beam towards reflective surfaces (prisms, mirrors, metallic surfaces, or windows) or towards other people. Precautions should be taken to ensure that persons do not look with an optical instrument directly into the beam.
Important Information Beam divergence 70 mrad Max. output power 0.4 mW (red) and 0.2 mW (green) Wavelength 645 nm (red) and 520 nm (green) Measuring uncertainty ± 5% LockNGo Tracker The LockNGo™ Tracker produces an invisible laser beam emerging at the center of the telescope objective. Conforms to Class 1 in accordance with IEC 60825-1:2014 and IEC 60825-1:2007 “Safety of laser devices”. The product complies with FDA 21CFR1040.10 and 1040.11.
Important Information C WARNING – Avoid contact with the rechargeable lithium-ion battery if it appears to be leaking. Battery fluid is corrosive, and contact with it can result in personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent injury or damage: - If the battery leaks, avoid contact with the battery fluid. - If the battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention.
Contents Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laser Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laser Safety Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station . . . Distance Measurement and Laser Pointer . Tracklight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LockNGo Tracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Measurement Stability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting the Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting and Settings via Face1 Control Unit (if fitted) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . First Steps in Spectra Precision Survey Pro software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second Internal Power Supply External Power Supply. . . . . External Communication . . . . . Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 .97 .98 .
CHAPTER 1 Introduction 1 Welcome Technical Assistance Welcome to the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station User Guide. This manual describes If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation, contact your local distributor. how to set up and use the Spectra Precision® FOCUS® 35 total station.
CHAPTER 2 Inspection, Care, and Maintenance 2 In this chapter: Inspecting the Container Instrument Case Care and Maintenance Transporting the Instrument Servicing FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 12
2 – Inspection, Care, and Maintenance Inspecting the Container Inspect the shipping container. If the container arrives in poor condition, examine the equipment for visible damage. If damage is found, immediately notify the carrier and your Spectra Precision sales representative. Keep the container and the packing material for the carrier to inspect. Instrument Case When unpacking the instrument, check that all ordered items are received.
2 – Inspection, Care, and Maintenance Item Description ❶ Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 instrument ❷ Instrument rain cover ❸ Instrument case keys (x2) ❹ User guide CD; Warranty Card; WEEE information; Certificate; Notice to users in France** ❺ Allen key for optical plummet (1.3mm), Allen key for EDM/Coarse sight (1.
2 – Inspection, Care, and Maintenance Instrument Versions There are four different instrument types available: StepDrive™, LockNGo™, RX, and Robotic. For more information please read the Instrument Operation Methods, page 80. The instrument labels are on the bottom of the instrument. 30-2” Contains FCC ID: HSW-2410G IC: 4492A-2410G Ser.no: 87000001 Part.no: 78200035 Trimble Electronic Products (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
2 – Inspection, Care, and Maintenance Care and Maintenance C WARNING – Do not remove the instrument cover from the instrument. A Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station is designed to withstand normal electromagnetic disturbance from the environment, but it contains circuits that are sensitive to static electricity. If an unauthorized person opens the instrument cover, the function of the instrument is not guaranteed and the warranty is invalidated.
2 – Inspection, Care, and Maintenance Applying a Screen Protector for the Face 1 Screen (if fitted) Before applying a screen protector please read the screen protector installation guide/information provided inside the screen protector package. Use the screen protectors (ULTRA-Clear or ANTI-Glare) included in the instrument case to keep the touchscreen clean and protected. To apply a screen protector: • Clean the display thoroughly with the provided dust-free cloth.
CHAPTER 3 Getting Started 3 In this chapter: Power Supply Instrument Description Connecting the Instrument to an Office Computer Laser Information FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 18
3 – Getting Started Power Supply Before charging or using a battery it is important that you read and understand the battery safety and environment information. Battery Safety and Environment Information C WARNING – Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury and/or property damage. To prevent injury or damage: - Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged.
3 – Getting Started Checking the Instrument Battery Power Supply To check the power supply in the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station battery using the built in battery gauge, press the button on the side of the battery: Button Power gauge When you press the button, four LEDs on the battery show the power level. Each LED corresponds to a power level of 25 % so that when the power level is at 100 %, all four LEDs are lit. If the battery is completely discharged, all LEDs are unlit.
3 – Getting Started • Charge the battery before using the total station if the equipment has been stored for longer than six months.
3 – Getting Started Inserting the Main Battery The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station internal battery fits into the battery compartment on the side of the instrument. This battery can easily be removed and replaced. To insert the battery: 1. Press gently on the battery release button to open the battery compartment door. 2. Slide the battery into the battery compartment with the battery connectors positioned towards the bottom of the instrument.
3 – Getting Started Inserting the Face 1 Battery (if Available) On some Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station models a second battery fits into the Face 1 battery compartment. This battery can easily be removed and replaced. To insert the battery: 1. Press gently on the two battery release buttons on either side of the compartment to open the battery compartment door. 2. Slide the battery into the battery compartment door with the battery connectors positioned facing upwards. 3.
3 – Getting Started Suspend Mode The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station is equipped with an internal support module (support capacitor) that enables you to suspend (“hotswap” or replace) the instrument battery within a period of 30 seconds from the time you open the battery door. To resume, press the power button for about one second, until you hear one single beep. The internal support module is always charged when the instrument is powered on.
3 – Getting Started Instrument Description This section describes the instrument controls. Spectra Precision recommends that you take some time to familiarize yourself with the names and the locations of the controls. The following image shows the Operator’s view of the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station.
3 – Getting Started The following is the Front view of the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station. ❶ ❻ ❺ ❷ ❹ ❸ ❼ Item Description ❶ Radio antenna Radio antenna not required in StepDrive and LockNGo models.
3 – Getting Started The following image shows the Connector Rubber Cap Placement. Note – Please place the rubber cap in one of the shown directions. Another orientation will limit the function to insert instrument into tribrach or to turn the instrument. Optical Plummet The instrument is equipped with an optical plummet, which has 2x magnification and a focusing range of 0.5 m (1.6 ft) to infinity. The instrument can be positioned to an accuracy of 0.5 mm (0.02 in) at 1.5 m (49 ft) over a ground mark.
3 – Getting Started Trigger Key The trigger key functions as an On/Off key (z). A LED in the trigger key indicates if the instrument is turned on. A solid light indicates On and a flashing light indicates Suspend Mode and waiting for connection, see also Power Management, page 95. When a field application is running, the trigger key performs the same function as the Measurement1 key (M) on the Face1 side and the Enter key (P) at the Face2 side.
3 – Getting Started Control Functions Control Unit Face1 In addition to data entry and the standard Windows® functions, the Control Unit has a number of control functions that are Spectra Precision specific. These functions are described in the table below.
3 – Getting Started Input Panel menu The Input options are Keyboard, Keypad or Transcriber: • Keyboard — allows you to input data as if you were typing on a physical keyboard • Keypad — has larger keys than the keyboard • Transcriber — is a program that converts your handwritten notes to text Note – The Keyboard/Keypad/Transcriber last used will be the default whenever the Input Panel appears or is tapped.
3 – Getting Started Display Backlight Face1 Control Unit The display light is active by default and can be toggled on/off by pressing T + A [C]. To change backlight brightness and save battery life 1. Tap the Start menu and then select Settings / Control Panel / Display Properties / Backlight. 2. Adjust Backlight brightness and select when the instrument has to turn off the backlight automatically. 3. Tap OK.
3 – Getting Started When a secondary function is available for the keys (N, O or P), an icon appears at the bottom of the display. To access the secondary function, press the appropriate key. A long press with the key U starts the Control Unit Face2 Backlight. Without any actions Backlight turns off after 30 seconds. Note – When the field software is running, the trigger key performs the same function as the Measurement1 key (M) on the Face1 side and the Enter key (P) at the Face2 side.
3 – Getting Started Connecting the Instrument to an Office Computer Transferring Data Files Microsoft ActiveSync® technology and Windows Mobile® Device Center (WMDC) provide an easy way to synchronize data on a Windows-based computer with your FOCUS 35 Total Station. ActiveSync works on computers that have Windows XP or earlier operating systems. WMDC works only on computers that have the Windows Vista® or Windows 7 operating system.
3 – Getting Started Setting Up and Running ActiveSync technology Please use the Hirose-USB cable to connect the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station with a USB port of your computer. The instrument will switch on automatically. Note – Microsoft ActiveSync tecnology or the Windows Mobile Device Center will start automatically, depending on the operating system that is installed on your computer. Do the following: 1. Program ActiveSync starts automatically, please follow the dialog. 2.
3 – Getting Started 3. Click Next to continue. 4. Click Finish in the Setup Complete dialog. ActiveSync opens. 5. To view the files on the Instrument, click the Explore icon. The file structure looks and functions the same as Windows Explorer on your computer.
3 – Getting Started Disconnecting ActiveSync C CAUTION – To avoid disconnection problems, close ActiveSync before removing the cable. Next remove the cable from the computer and then the cable from the instrument. To disconnect ActiveSync: 1. Double-tap the connection icon in the task bar at the bottom of the screen, see image below for location of icon. B 2. Tip – You have to wait a few seconds until the next screen appears.
3 – Getting Started Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 distance measuring unit and Laser Pointer has been tested and complies with the regulations for a CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT.
3 – Getting Started Location of Laser warning label on a Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The laser warning label is located on the top of the distance measuring unit.
3 – Getting Started Location of Laser aperture label on a Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station The laser aperture label is located on one side of the telescope close to the objective.
CHAPTER 4 Setup 4 In this chapter: Setup Starting the Instrument Security Instrument Adjustment and Calibration LockNGo Tracker Measuring the Instrument Height Pre Measurement Check List Connecting to an External Data Collector FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 40
4 – Setup Setup An instrument setup with good measuring stability will increase the precision in the measurement result and allow you to utilize the measurement precision of the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station to its full extent. Setup Stability When an instrument is setup it is important to consider the following: 1. Set tripod legs wide apart to increase the stability of the setup.
4 – Setup Starting the Instrument To start the instrument please press the on/off button about 1 second (one single beep) on right side of the instrument. This will also start the Windows CE operating system. This subchapter describes sequentially how different settings can be done in the field software in Face1 Control Unit as well as in the Face2 Control Unit. • The settings in the Face2 interface are accessible only without starting the field software.
4 – Setup Starting and Settings via Face1 Control Unit (if fitted) Screen Actions and Comments Face1 screen after instrument start While starting Windows CE the Spectra Precision logo screen will show for several seconds and then the menu to work in Windows CE will appear. Face1 screen after starting Windows CE Start the software Spectra Precision Survey Pro by tapping the Survey Pro icon. Note – StepDrive motor system and Focus System are already usable at this phase.
4 – Setup First Steps in Spectra Precision Survey Pro software Spectra Precision recommends spending some time reading the Spectra Precision Survey Pro User Guide to learn details of the application program. This subchapter describes a brief overview. Quick Shot Menu After confirming the Level Bubble menu the screen shows the Quick Shot menu. Screen Actions and Comments Quick Shot menu In Quick Shot menu it is possible to measure without storing data if no project is active.
4 – Setup Lookup and register Software Screen Actions and Comments Registration Modules menu After the initial start of Spectra Precision Survey Pro, the following menu will appear. Please select Register Modules and enter your registration code(s). How to enter codes Please use the keyboard on the screen to enter registration code. Finalizing registration codes Note – If you select Run In Demo Mode, all areas of the software are available, with the limitation a job cannot exceed 25 points.
4 – Setup Open or create a Job Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu Spectra Precision Survey Pro Select menu File. The appropriate menu items appear on the screen - e.g. Open /New. Menu to work with jobs Select a file with Open or create a New Job with New.
4 – Setup Spectra Precision Survey Pro Version Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu File About Select menu File and menu element About and the software version appears on the screen. Survey Pro Version Press the ESC button and the program will return automatically to the Main Menu.
4 – Setup Settings Face2 Display Backlight, Reticle Illumination and Tracklight Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu Spectra Precision Survey Pro Select instrument Settings by tapping on this icon. Menu for Settings Navigate to Lights via drop down menu or toggle through the submenus with D key left or right. Menu for Lights Settings Make selections and confirm the settings.
4 – Setup Starting and Settings via Face2 Control Unit Start Screen Before following any of the instructions below, put the instrument in the Face2 position. Start the instrument by pressing the trigger key for one single beep. Screen Actions and Comments Start screen Face2 Control Unit After starting the screen will display the Spectra Precision logo and the firmware version.
4 – Setup Screen Actions and Comments Instrument Status Menu - Suspend After Starting: If the instrument is inactive for longer than 5 minutes it will go into Suspend Mode, see also Suspend Mode, page 24 and Power Management, page 95. The display will show Waiting (suspend). The instrument will leave the Suspend Mode by starting the field software at the instrument, a short P key press or a z key press (single beep).
4 – Setup Leveling Screen Actions and Comments Leveling Menu Once you have selected the Level menu, the electronic bubble appears in Face2 display. -527 1317 Auto 1000 Leveling Menu bubble adjustment 66 -72 Auto 500 Note – Values always in 0.1 mgon; (0.3 mgon = 1”; 0.1 mgon = 1 cc) Symbols Telescope direction Trunnion Axis direction Bubble Scale value (Auto - max. 35 000; min.
4 – Setup Activating or changing the PIN code 1. On the Face 2 display, press N or O to scroll up or down until you see Set PIN and then press P. 2. Press N or O to enter the PIN of your choice digit by digit—press P to accept each digit. 3. After all digits have been set, press P to record the pin. The menu returns to Set PIN. Using the PIN code to unlock the instrument When the PIN code has been activated, you must enter it when you start up the Instrument. To do this: 1.
4 – Setup Face2 Display while using Spectra Precision Survey Pro in different Instrument Versions StepDrive and LockNGo versions: If the field software at Control Unit Face1 is started, the field software controls the Face2 display. Screen Actions and Comments F2 Display while program Survey Pro The Face2 display always shows measurement results parallel to the Face1 Control Unit. 1. SD value from the last measurement jumps to left. 2. Symbol Prism or Reflectorless target 3.
4 – Setup Brightness and Contrast Screen Actions and Comments Brightness Menu Select with a long press of N key the setting menu for Brightness. Adjust the Brightness by pressing N or O. Confirm the selection with P. Brightness range: 0 - 20 F2 Brightness Brightness: 9 Select with a long press of N key the setting menu for Contrast. Adjust the contrast by pressing N or O. Confirm the selection with P.
4 – Setup Main Menu Face2 - Information and Settings With the Face2 display, you can access a number of functions and routines without starting the field software at Control Unit Face1. Screen Actions and Comments Instrument Status Menu Select Main Menu by pressing P. Instrument Status Waiting Radio channel: 3 3 Network ID: J $ = Navigate with the N or O key in the Main Menu to highlight the item you want to select. Confirm a selection by pressing the P key.
4 – Setup Radio Parameter In the Radio Parameter menu it is possible to set the radio channel and network ID number. Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu To set Radio Channel and Network ID, Press N and O to scroll to Radio Parameter and press P.
4 – Setup Instrument Details The Instrument Details menu displays the Instrument Version, Instrument name (your definition), Serial number and Firmware version. Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu To read Instrument Details, press N or O to scroll to Instrument Details and press P. Main Menu Exit Radio Parameter Level Bubble Instrument Details Leave the menu by pressing the P key. Instrument Details Instrument Details FOCUS 35 Robotic 2“ Your definition Serial: 87000002 FWVer: R 1.4.
4 – Setup Service menu The Service Menu is structured as follows Setting See page... Exit USB Interface setting page 58 System diagnose page 59 External EDM Frequency page 60 External EDM calibration settings page 60 Drive Mode page 61 Radio configuration page 62 Next Service Date page 62 Note – The Service Menu is hidden—please contact your Spectra Precision Reseller for instructions on how to access this option.
4 – Setup Screen Actions and Comments USB Interface USB Interface Exit Always Off Always On Temporary On Service Menu - System diagnose – Please make sure that the default setting B Tip USB Interface for Customer is Always Off. – If the FOCUS 35 total station needs a B Tip firmware upgrade, the USB interface setting must be set to Always On to complete the firmware upgrade. Press N and O to scroll to System diagnose and then press P. Service Menu Exit USB Interface System diagnose Ext.
4 – Setup Screen Actions and Comments Service Menu - External EDM Frequency Press N and O to scroll to Ext. EDM Frequency and then press P. Service Menu USB Interface System diagnose Ext. EDM Frequency Ext. EDM Calibration Press P to switch on the EDM Laser source with modulated scale frequency. Press N (ESC) to leave the menu. EDM Frequency Ext. EDM Frequency Laser Class 3R ESC EDM Frequency C Ext.
4 – Setup Screen Actions and Comments External EDM Calibration When entering this menu the cursor stays always at the P key. Press P when number is correct - the system jumps back to the Service Menu. To enter another value press N or O and the first digit of the Scale is active (inverse) and with N and O the numbers 0-9 can be selected. Press P when number is correct - cursor jumps to the next digit. After you have selected the last digit for the Scale press P .
4 – Setup Screen Actions and Comments Service Menu - Radio configuration Setting Radio configuration Press N and O to scroll to Radio config. and then press P. Service Menu Ext. EDM Calibration Drive mode Radio config Next Service Date Radio configuration Radio config. Exit Global France Service Menu - Next Service Date C WARNING – Information to users in France only! To comply with French radio regulations, the radio must be set to French settings.
4 – Setup Instrument Adjustment and Calibration The section describes the instrument adjustments and calibration routines, adjustments for Laser Pointer (see page 68), for Optical Plummet (see page 72), and for Tribrach Circular Level (see page 73).
4 – Setup Optical (HA/VA) Collimation and Trunnion Axis Tilt The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station instrument utilizes precise angle and distance measurements to determine the position of the point being measured. The instrument’s design facilitates the ability to measure all points with a single pointing to the target in the Face1 position.
4 – Setup Screen Actions and Comments Main Menu Spectra Precision Survey Pro Select instrument Settings by tapping on this icon. Settings Collimation Navigate to Collimation via drop down menu or toggle through the submenus with D key left or right. Select the appropriate adjustment.
4 – Setup Optical Collimation The workflow is structured as follows: Screen Actions and Comments Collimation conditions Make sure to measure with the stated conditions. Optical Collimation measurements Make the measurements per the displayed information and confirm and store the values. Optical Collimation / Trunnion Axis Decide per the displayed information for trunnion axis tilt collimation or confirm and store the new values for optical collimation.
4 – Setup Tracker Collimation and Compensator Collimation Start screens are: Screen Actions and Comments Tracker Collimation start screen Make sure to measure with the stated conditions. Compensator Collimation start scree Make the measurements per the displayed information. During the process the instrument should be free from vibration and untouched by the user.
4 – Setup The Laser Pointer The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station uses a red laser beam to measure and as a Laser Pointer. The Laser Pointer is coaxial with the line of sight of the telescope. If the instrument is well adjusted, the red Laser Pointer coincides with the line of sight. External influences such as shock or large temperature fluctuations can displace the red Laser Pointer relative to the line of sight.
4 – Setup Adjusting the Laser Beam 1. Pull out the two plugs from the adjustment ports of the telescope housing: The image shows the Laser beam adjustment ports.
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4 – Setup 3. To correct the horizontal position of the laser spot, insert the allen key into the horizontal adjustment port and turn it as shown : Counter clockwise = right Clockwise = left 4. Check the alignment of the laser spot and the cross-hairs. Throughout the adjustment procedure, keep the telescope pointing to the adjustment target. The adjusting screws are of a high tension because they are self locking. The screws tighten automatically after you adjust them. 5.
4 – Setup Optical Plummet 1. Set up the instrument and level it over a ground mark so that the tripod height is 1.5 m (±0.1 m) (4.920 ft (±0.328 ft)), see image below. 2. Note the position of the inner circle of the optical plummet in relation to the ground mark. 3. Turn the instrument 200 grads (180 degrees). 4. Note the position of the inner circle of the optical plummet in relation to the ground mark.
4 – Setup Optical plummet adjustment: ❶ ❷ Item Description ❶ Optical plummet reticle 4x adjustment screws ❷ Ground mark Tribrach Circular Level 1. Level the instrument with the electronic instrument bubble. 2. Remove the instrument from the tribrach. 3. Use the provided adjustment key and adjust the bubble with the three bubble screws. The bubble must be centered.
4 – Setup C CAUTION – When adjusting the Circular Level with the three adjustment screws it is important that the screws are correctly adjusted. When one screw is adjusted the two opposite screw must be adjusted equally in the reverse direction, in order to keep the correct tension on the Circular level. Do not overtighten the screws.
4 – Setup Measuring the Instrument Height There are two measurement marks on the side of the instrument. The top mark ❶ corresponds to the trunnion axis of the instrument. The bottom mark ❷ is 0.158 m (0.518 ft) below the top mark. Measure the bottom mark to the top ridge of the mark.
4 – Setup Instrument height measurement 0.158m (0.518ft) Hm Hc Ih The measured distance (Hm) is corrected for the slope of the measurement to obtain a vertical measurement to the bottom mark (Hc). The constant from the bottom mark to the top mark (0.158 m/0.518 ft) is added to the Hc to obtain the vertical instrument height from the ground mark to the trunnion axis (Ih). For more information, refer to the Spectra Precision Survey Pro documentation.
4 – Setup Pre Measurement Check List Before you begin measurement or stake out operations, check the following items: • • • • • • • • Lenses are clean Instrument is correctly leveled and Trunnion axis tilt HA/VA Collimation error LockNGo Tracker collimation error (if the instrument is equipped) Laser Pointer beam alignment Correct radio channel is selected (robotic measurements only) Measure instrument height Allow sufficient time for the instrument to adjust to the ambient temperature, see Setup Stabilit
4 – Setup The image shows an External controller connected to the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station with cable for StepDrive and LockNGo measurements.
4 – Setup Connecting with Radio - Instrument Versions Robotic and RX The data collector is connected directly to the instrument via the internal in radio. The image shows an External Data Collector connected to the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station using the radio for robotic measurements.
CHAPTER 5 Instrument Operation Methods 5 In this chapter: Introduction Conventional Measurements with StepDrive Motor System LockNGo Measurement GeoLock Technology Robotic Measurement FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 80
5 – Instrument Operation Methods Introduction This chapter describes the following instrument operational methods for the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station: • • • • Conventional measurement with StepDrive motor system LockNGo measurement GeoLock technology Robotic measurement Conventional Measurements with StepDrive Motor System This chapter describes the following instrument operational methods for the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station: • When combined with the application software: – Wh
5 – Instrument Operation Methods The Spectra Precision GeoLock technique combines a GNSS position with the FOCUS 35 robotic total station and the robotic roving operator. The remote instrument can then be directed towards the robotic roving operator using the GNSS position and a subsequent search is quickly performed to reacquire the target at the robotic rover.
CHAPTER 6 Instrument Technology 6 In this chapter: Angle Measuring Technology Distance Measuring Technology Tracklight StepDrive Motor System and Focus System LockNGo Tracking Technology Power Management Power Supply External Communication FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 83
6 – Instrument Technology Angle Measuring Technology The principles of angle measurement are based on reading an integrated signal over two opposite areas of the graduated circle and producing a mean angular value. This eliminates inaccuracies caused by eccentricity and graduation. In addition, the angle measurement system compensates for the following automatic corrections: • Instrument mislevelment (deviation of the plumb axis). • Horizontal and vertical collimation error.
6 – Instrument Technology Correction for Collimation Errors HA/VA Collimation The horizontal collimation error is the deviation of the sighting axis from its required position at right angles to trunnion axis. The vertical collimation error is the difference between the vertical circle zero and the plumb axis of the instrument. Traditionally, collimation errors were eliminated by observing angles in both instrument faces.
6 – Instrument Technology Correction for Trunnion Axis The trunnion axis tilt error is the deviation of the trunnion axis of the telescope from its required position at right angles to the plumb axis of the instrument. Trunnion axis tilt error In the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station, perform a pre-measurement trunnion axis tilt test to determine the trunnion axis tilt error.
6 – Instrument Technology Averaging Measurements to Reduce Sighting Errors The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station automatically reduces sighting errors caused by the misalignment of the instrument to the target or by pole movement during measurement. The following techniques can be used: • Use LockNGo Tracker. When LockNGo Tracker is enabled, the instrument automatically locks onto and tracks the target. Manual sighting errors are reduced.
6 – Instrument Technology Beam Divergence All distance meter measurement beams diverge as the range from the instrument increases. The divergence of the distance meter beam relates to an increase in the size of the area being sampled, not to a degradation of the measurement precision. A larger measuring area at longer range is generally better because it enables smaller objects, such as power lines and antennas, to be detected and accurately measured.
6 – Instrument Technology Measuring to an inner and outer corner: Measured distance Required distance Required distance Measured distance Although the problem is reduced with a beam that uses a smaller measuring area, the error can not be completely eliminated. The most accurate solution to measure to tight corners and eliminate errors caused by beam divergence, is to use an offset measurement method such as that used in the field application software. Do the following: 1.
6 – Instrument Technology Offset measurement: Point 1 Point 2 Point 3 With offset measurements, you can accurately measure difficult locations in reflectorless mode and eliminate beam divergence errors. For more information, refer to the field application software documentation.
6 – Instrument Technology Tracklight Tracklight is a visible guide light that enables the rod holder to position themselves into the instruments current line of sight. The tracklight can be used during stakeout in all operational modes, and is also of great benefit when operating in robotic mode as a means of checking that the instrument is tracking, or when trying to reacquire lock by walking into the sight line of the LockNGo Tracker, or using the remote joystick control in robotic mode.
6 – Instrument Technology StepDrive Motor System and Focus System Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station is equipped with a StepDrive motor system to position the instrument and the telescope and a servo drive to focus the telescope. Due to the instrument accuracy it is important to use a high quality tripod and tribrach. It is also important to set up the tripod in a position for best stability, as shown. An unstable setup that could negatively influence the resulting measurement precision.
6 – Instrument Technology StepDrive The StepDrive motor system is a mechanical rough-fine drive system, which gives high turning speeds and accuracy. The system provides endless horizontal and vertical motion, including endless fine adjustment.
6 – Instrument Technology Focus System The instrument is equipped with a motor focus drive. The focus motion knob is on the side of the instrument for easy access. The focus knob is connected to a servo motor that is built into the telescope. When you turn the focus motion knob, the servo motor adjusts the focusing lens.
6 – Instrument Technology LockNGo Tracking Technology The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station is equipped with an image based tracking system, which is used for robotic or conventional measurements to lock onto and track a prism. LockNGo tracking technology controls the instrument StepDrive motor systems and aims the instrument correctly towards the target. B Tip – To assure maximum performance from the LockNGo tracking technology keep the lens clean and dry.
6 – Instrument Technology Instrument Off Mode • Press the Trigger key for 1 second (single beep) to turn on the instrument. Note – During Off Mode the Trigger key LED is off. On Mode • When starting the instrument it will enter a Waiting mode, where it will wait for an external connection for about 5 minutes. While in waiting mode the Trigger key LED will flash once every second and Face2 Display will show “Waiting”.
6 – Instrument Technology On Mode • If the instrument is controlled by a separate controller the instrument will not go into Suspend Mode while the battery is charged. • For setting the instrument to suspend mode shut down the radio or cable connection between instrument and separate control unit, and the instrument will enter suspend mode. The instrument will turn Off automatically at suspend time out (default 120 minutes).
6 – Instrument Technology External Communication The communication port on the base of the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station can be used for external communications to a computer or data collector. C CAUTION – Use only the gray cables with 6-pin Hirose connectors from Spectra Precision when connecting a cable to the instrument. Radio The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station (Robotic and RX versions) has an internal radio to support robotic operations.
CHAPTER 7 Accessories and Options 7 In this chapter: Rod and Prisms Robotic Components Cables for External Power Supply and Data Transfer Control Unit Screen Protector Telescope Accessories Transport Case Accessories FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 99
7 – Accessories and Options Rod and Prisms Spectra Precision Standard Rod The Spectra Precision standard rod is available with the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station. The rod contains the following features: • Graduated scale in Meter and Feet • Fixed target height position • Leveling bubble Spectra Precision 360 Degree Prism This is a 360° prism comprising 7x25 mm prisms, h:135 mm, prism constant 2 mm.
7 – Accessories and Options The 360 Degree prism including height adapter: FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 101
7 – Accessories and Options Robotic Components Robotic rover - for robotic operation there are two ways of external 2.4 GHz radio setup: • Radio implemented in external CU like Spectra Precision Ranger (radio option) • Separate external radio used with Spectra Precision Nomad and Spectra Precision Recon consists of Controller radio and cable - see picture below.
7 – Accessories and Options External radio 2.4 GHz Global: Indicator LED COM Port Battery For information regarding charging of the battery, see Charging the Instrument and the Radio Batteries, page 20. C CAUTION – Always remove the battery from the external radio after use.
7 – Accessories and Options Attaching the Battery To fit the battery to the radio: 1. Fit the battery to the battery holder. 1. 2. Push the battery downwards until the catch clicks in place. Click 3. 2.
7 – Accessories and Options Detaching the Battery To remove the battery from the radio: 1. Press the catch towards the radio. 2. Slide the battery upwards. 1. 2. 3. Pull the battery away from the battery holder: 3.
7 – Accessories and Options Cable between Data Collector and radio FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE 106
7 – Accessories and Options Cables for External Power Supply and Data Transfer Cable for External Power Supply Cable between the car battery and instrument with crocodile clips and Hirose 6 pin. Cable - 3.0 m (10 ft): Cable for Data Transfer Cable from the instrument to PC with Hirose 6 pin and USB-A plug. Cable - 2.5 m (8 ft): Cable from the instrument to USB flash card memory with Hirose 6 pin and USB-A socket. Cable - 0.18 m (0.
7 – Accessories and Options Control Unit Screen Protector Screen protector set for Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station Control Unit Face1 (if available). Package consists of two pieces with dust-free cloth and installation card.
7 – Accessories and Options Telescope Accessories Steep Sighting Prism Steep sighting prism offers a comfortable view while measuring up the zenith distance of 30 degree. Transport Case Accessories Carrying Straps Carry Strap for Transport Case, two required.
Index A ActiveSync 33, 34, 36 Adjustment Routines in Survey Pro 64 Angle Measuring Technology 19, 84 Applying a Screen Protector 17 Attaching the Battery 104 Averaging Measurements 87 B Battery Disposal 19 Safety 6 Safety and Environment Information 19 Beam Divergence 88 Brightness and Contrast 54 C Cable 106, 107 Calibrating the Touch Screen 30 Care and Maintenance 16 Care of the Screens 16 Carrying Straps 109 Charging the Instrument and the Radio Batteries 20 Checking the Instrument Battery Power Supply
Tracking Technology 95 Lookup and register Software 45 M Main Menu Face2 55 Measurement Check List 77 Stability 41 N notices to users Europe 2 O Objective Rain Cover 32 Open or create a Job 46 Operating System 29 Optical Collimation 64 Optical Plummet 27, 72 S Safety Information 3 Screen Protector 108 Service date 62 Service menu 58 Servicing 17 Settings after external EDM calibration 60 Time and Date 31 via Face1 Control Unit 43 via Face2 Control Unit 49 Setup Stability 41 Spectra Precision Survey Pro
