Page 2 - Meanings of symbols; Product identification
2 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en The instrument model and the serial number of yourproduct are indicated on the typeplate.Enter the model and serial number in your manual andalways refer to this information when you need to contactyour agency or authorized service workshop. GPS Receiver (SR) Typ...
Page 3 - View of chapters
3 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Introduction System description Getting started with new equipment Care and Transport Safety Instructions Technical Specifications View of chapters View of chapters 5 6 7 23 24 35
Page 4 - Contents
4 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Contents Contents Introduction ................................................... 5 System description ....................................... 6 GPS Receiver ............................................................. 6Post-processing software ...................
Page 5 - The Main components are:; Introduction
5 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Introduction Leica Geosystems GPS System 500comprises of GPS receiver hardwareand PC based software for GPSSurveying and related applications. The Main components are: • GPS Receiver: Receive thesatellite signals.• GPS Terminal: Keyboard andDisplay device to stee...
Page 6 - GPS Receiver; System description; Post-processing software
6 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en System description GPS Receiver The GPS Receiver receives the GPSsignal from the NAVSTAR satellitesand calculates a range to all visiblesatellites. There are various types of Receiversavailable: SR510 - 12 L1 channels,code and phase SR520 - 12 L1, 12 L2 channels,...
Page 7 - Getting started with new equipment; Receiver Hardware; Getting
7 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Getting started with new equipment Receiver Hardware The software contains a comprehen-sive Online Help System. This HelpSystem is intended to replace thefunction of a printed manual. Ifrequired you may print out the entirehelp ...
Page 8 - Charge the batteries
8 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Charge the batteries Charge the batteries with the LeicaGeosystems battery charger pro-vided. GEB121, GEB70 or GEB71batteries may be used to power theGPS equipment. The GEB121 batteries may becharged using GKL111 or GKL122charge...
Page 9 - Set Up the Equipment
9 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Set Up the Equipment Successful GPS surveys requireundisturbed satellite signal reception.This means that GPS Receiversshould be set up in locations which arefree of obstructions. No obstacles liketrees, buildings, mountains, et...
Page 10 - Measuring with the default configuration parameters; Step 2: Study the Icons
10 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Measuring with the default configuration parameters Step 2: Study the Icons Most important at this stage is the toppart of the screen which containsseveral symbols (icons) whichindicate the current system status. Step 1: Power ...
Page 11 - Measuring with the default configuration parameters, continued
11 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Measuring with the default configuration parameters, continued Both Number of visible satellites and Number of satellites used icons willchange from time to time, reflectingchanges in the satellite geometry dueto either the ris...
Page 14 - Step 4: Begin a Survey; The following panel will appear:
14 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Measuring with the default configuration parameters, continued Some basic decisions have to bemade in this panel:Which configuration set should beactivated, which job the raw datashould be stored and which antennaset-up should ...
Page 17 - Step 5: Logging raw data
17 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Measuring with the default configuration parameters, continued Now all required settings for a staticsurvey are made. The Survey \ Beginpanel looks as follows: Press F1 CONT to finishe this start-up sequence. Step 5: Logging ra...
Page 20 - Step 6: Ending a Survey; General
20 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Measuring with the default configuration parameters, continued The screen is altered as follows: The STORE key has become active,and you still have the chance tocheck and correct the entered pointid and the antenna height. Conc...
Page 21 - Processing the data in the SKI-Pro software; • Switch on the computer, start
21 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en You can now switch off the receiver.Once power is off disconnect allcables and put all equipment backinto the shipping case. You might now move to another siteand repeat the procedure outlined inthis chapter. Once your fieldwor...
Page 22 - Processing the data in the SKI-Pro software, continued; • Process the data
22 Getting started with new equipment GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Processing the data in the SKI-Pro software, continued When the computation is finishedactivate the "Results" view of yourproject and examine theinformation which is madeavailable, including the logfile. • Process the d...
Page 23 - Safety Instructions; Transport; Care and Transport
23 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Care and Transport Transport When dispatching theinstrument, always use the complete original Leica Geosystemspackaging (case and cardboard box). Never carry the instrument loose in aroad vehicle. It can be affected byshock and vibration. Alw...
Page 24 - Intended use of equipment; Permitted uses
24 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Safety Instructions The following directions shouldenable the person responsible for theLeica Geosystems GPS equipment,and the person who actually uses theequipment, to anticipate and avoidoperational hazards.The person responsible for theequ...
Page 25 - Limits to use; - Area of responsibility of the; Prohibited uses, continued; WARNING
25 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Limits to use Refer to Section "Technicalspecifications" Environment:Suitable for use in an atmosphereappropriate for permanent humanhabitation: not suitable for use inaggressive or explosiveenvironments. GPS Receiver (SR) and Termina...
Page 26 - Responsibilities, continued; Main hazards in use
26 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Responsibilities, continued Hazards in use Main hazards in use WARNING The absence of instruction, orthe inadequate imparting ofinstruction, can lead toincorrect or adverse use, andcan give rise to accidents withfar-reaching human, material,f...
Page 27 - Main hazards in use, continued
27 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Main hazards in use, continued CAUTION: Watch out for erroneousmeasurements if the productis defective or if it has beendropped or has been misusedor modified. Precautions:Periodically carry out testmeasurements indicated in the usermanual, p...
Page 28 - CAUTION
28 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Main hazards in use, continued Precautions:Keep at a safe distance fromelectrical installations. If it is essentialto work in this environment, firstcontact the safety authoritiesresponsible for the electricalinstallations and follow theirins...
Page 29 - - Be sure to remain at a safe; DANGER; - If batteries are damaged or are
29 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Precautions:- Do not use a GPS receiver in a thunderstorm as you may increasethe risk of being struck bylightning. - Be sure to remain at a safe distance from electricalinstallations. Do not use the GPSAntenna directly under or in closeproxim...
Page 31 - Grounding the Receiver/Antenna
31 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Air Terminal arrangement(plan view) 1 GPS Antenna2 Support-Structure3 Air Terminal Grounding the Receiver/Antenna 1 Lightning Conductor Array2 GPS Antenna3 Antenna/Receiver Connection4 Metallic Mast5 Connection to Earth Main hazards in use, c...
Page 32 - Electromagnetic acceptability, continued
32 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Electromagnetic acceptability, continued CAUTION Disturbances caused byelectromagnetic radiation canresult in the tolerance limitsfor measurements beingexceeded. Although the Leica Geosystems GPSequipment meets the strictregulations and stand...
Page 34 - - Reorient or relocate the receiving
34 Safety Instructions GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en FCC statement (applicable in U.S.) 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 ...
Page 35 - Technical Specifications
Technical Specifications 35 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Technical Specifications SR520, SR530 Tracking Characteristics Satellite Reception:Dual frequency Receiver channels:12 L1 continuous tracking12 L2 continuous tracking L1 channels:Carrier phase, P1 code, C/A code L2 channels:Carrier phase...
Page 36 - GPS Antennas
Technical Specifications 36 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Carrier phase and codemeasurements on L1 and L2are fully independent with ASon or off. Satellites Tracked:Up to 12 simultaneously on L1 andL2 Time to first phase measurementtypically 30 seconds. SR510 Tracking Characteristics GPS Antenna...
Page 37 - Equipment weights; Receivers; maximum 7 Watts; Supply Voltage
Technical Specifications 37 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Equipment weights Power Environmental Specifications Receivers SR530: 1.25 kg SR520: 1.15 kg SR510: 1.15 kg Antennas AT502: 0.4 kg AT501: 0.4 kg Power consumption SR530: maximum 7 Watts (excluding radio) SR520: maximum 5.5 Watts SR510: m...
Page 38 - Separation distances; Longer cables available on request.; Differential Phase; Differential Code
Technical Specifications 38 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Separation distances Baseline precision SR510/SR520/SR530 to AT502 orAT501 Antenna Supplied cables: 1.2m or 2.8m Optional Cable: 30m Longer cables available on request. The following specifications arebased on measurements processedusing...
Page 39 - Ask your local Leica Geosystems agent; TQM
Technical Specifications 39 GPS Equipment User Manual -2.0.0en Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland, has been certified as being equipped with a quality system which meets the International Standards of Quality Management and Quality Systems (ISO standard 9001) and Envi- ronmental Management ...