INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MEASURING STATION
MS SERIES
MS05AX
MS1AX

FC22899-A023-03
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Instruments Manufacturers Association.
 MS05AX
MS1AX

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This instruction manual includes explanation of the following features.
• Bluetooth wireless communication
• On-demand Remote Control System
The availability of these features differs depending on the country of purchase.

• Thank you for selecting this TOPCON product.

• Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product.
• Verify that all equipment is included.
C"35. STANDARD EQUIPMENT"
• MS has a function to output data to a connected host computer. Command
operations from a host computer can also be performed. For details, refer to
Interfacing with the "SDR Electronic Field Book" and Command Explanations
manuals and ask your local dealer.
• The specifications and general appearance of the instrument may be altered at
any time and may differ from those appearing in brochures and this manual.
• The content of this manual is subject to change without notice.
• Some of the diagrams shown in this manual may be simplified for easier
understanding.
HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL
Regarding other manuals

• The MS comes equipped with 2 manuals for operation information.

Manuals below are electronic manuals provided on a CD-ROM in PDF format. Adobe Reader is
necessary in order to view these documents. The latest version of Acrobat Reader can be
downloaded from the Adobe homepage.
1. MS Instruction Manual (this manual):
Explains basic operation and functions of the MS.
2. Mesh-Scan Survey Program Explanations :
Explains how to measure using the Mesh-Scan Survey function

Symbols

The following conventions are used in this manual.

Indicates precautions and important items which should be read before

G :
operations.

C : Indicates the chapter title to refer to for additional information.

$ : Indicates supplementary explanation.

& : Indicates an explanation for a particular term or operation.

[Softkey] etc. : Indicates softkeys on the display and window dialog buttons.

{Key} etc. : Indicates keys on the operation panel.

<Screen title> etc.: Indicates screen titles.

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 HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL

Notes regarding manual style

• Except where stated, "MS" means MS05AX and MS1AX in this manual.
• Screens and illustrations appearing in this manual are of MS1AX with H-BT1 handle.
• Location of softkeys in screens used in procedures is based on the factory setting. It is possible to
change the allocation of softkeys.
CSoftkey allocation: "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"
• Learn basic operations in "4. PRODUCT OUTLINE" and "5. BASIC OPERATION" before you read
each measurement procedure. An overview of the available MS functions is given in
"4.1 Functions". For selecting options and inputting figures, see "5.1 Basic Key Operation".
• Measurement procedures are based on continuous measurement. Some information about
procedures when other measurement options are selected can be found in “Note” ($).

• KODAK is a registered trademark of Eastman Kodak Company.

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• Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• Windows and Windows CE are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
• All other company and product names featured in this manual are trademarks or registered
trademarks of each respective organization.

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CONTENTS
1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION ................ 1
2. PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 4
3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION ............................... 7
4. PRODUCT OUTLINE ................................................. 9
4.1 Functions ........................................................................... 9
4.2 Parts of the Instrument .................................................... 12
4.3 Mode Structure ................................................................ 17
4.4 Bluetooth Wireless Technology ....................................... 18
5. BASIC OPERATION ................................................. 20
5.1 Basic Key Operation ....................................................... 20
5.2 Display Functions ............................................................ 25
5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel ..................... 32
5.4 SETTINGS Mode ............................................................ 33
5.5 Using the Program Selection Screen .............................. 34
6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT ................................... 36
6.1 Inserting/Removing the CF Card ..................................... 36
7. USING THE BATTERY ............................................ 38
7.1 Battery Charging ............................................................. 38
7.2 Installing/Removing the Battery ...................................... 39
8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES ............... 42
8.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology ... 42
8.2 Communication between the MS and Companion Device
......................................................................................... 46
8.3 Connecting to USB devices ............................................ 47
8.4 Connection via RS232C cable ........................................ 49
9. SETTING UP THE INSTRUMENT ........................... 50
9.1 Centering ......................................................................... 50
9.2 Levelling .......................................................................... 51
10. POWER ON/OFF ..................................................... 54
10.1 Resolving Software Issues .............................................. 55
10.2 Configuring the Touch Panel ........................................... 55
10.3 Powering the MS ON/OFF from an External Instrument . 56
11. TARGET SIGHTING ................................................. 57
11.1 Auto Pointing Settings ..................................................... 58
11.2 Auto-Pointing Function for Target Sighting ..................... 60

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11.3 Manually Sighting the Target .......................................... 62
12. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING ............. 63
12.1 Auto Tracking Settings .................................................... 63
12.2 Measurement with Auto Tracking .................................... 65
13. ANGLE MEASUREMENT ........................................ 68
13.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points
(Horizontal Angle 0°) ....................................................... 68
13.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value
(Horizontal Angle Hold) ................................................... 70
13.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a
Specified Angle ............................................................... 71
13.4 Angle Measurement and Outputting the Data ................. 72
14. DISTANCE MEASUREMENT .................................. 73
14.1 Returned Signal Checking .............................................. 73
14.2 Distance and Angle Measurement .................................. 75
14.3 Distance Measurement and Outputting the Data ............ 76
14.4 REM Measurement ......................................................... 76
15. TOPOGRAPHY MEASUREMENT ........................... 79
15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data .................................... 79
15.2 Azimuth Angle Setting ..................................................... 81
15.3 Topography Measurement .............................................. 83
16. COORDINATE MEASUREMENT ............................. 85
16.1 Entering Instrument Station Data .................................... 85
16.2 Azimuth Angle Setting ..................................................... 86
16.3 3-D Coordinate Measurement ......................................... 89
16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data from Memory mode
......................................................................................... 91
17. RESECTION MEASUREMENT ................................ 93
17.1 Coordinate Resection Measurement ............................... 94
17.2 Height Resection Measurement ...................................... 98
18. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT .......................... 103
18.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement ............................... 103
18.2 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement ......................... 109
18.3 REM Setting-out Measurement ..................................... 112
19. POINT PROJECTION ............................................ 116
19.1 Defining Baseline .......................................................... 116

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19.2 Point Projection ............................................................. 119
20. Offset Measurement ............................................... 121
20.1 Single-distance Offset Measurement ............................ 121
20.2 Angle Offset Measurement ........................................... 124
20.3 Two-distance Offset Measurement ............................... 126
21. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT .......................... 129
21.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points ...... 129
21.2 Changing the Starting Point .......................................... 131
22. SURFACE AREA CALCULATION ......................... 133
23. ROUTE SURVEYING ............................................. 138
23.1 Instrument Station Settings ........................................... 138
23.2 Straight Line Calculation ............................................... 139
23.3 Circular Curve Calculation ............................................ 142
23.4 Clothoid Curve .............................................................. 144
23.5 3 Point Calculation ........................................................ 149
23.6 Intersection Angle/Azimuth Angle Calculation .............. 152
23.7 Route Calculation .......................................................... 155
24. CROSS SECTION SURVEY ................................. 168
24.1 Instrument Station Settings ........................................... 168
24.2 Cross Section Survey .................................................... 169
25. REGISTERING/reviewing DATA ............................ 174
25.1 Registering Known Point Data ...................................... 174
25.2 Registering Notes .......................................................... 175
25.3 Reviewing Data ............................................................. 176
26. SELECTING / DELETING A JOB ........................... 178
26.1 Selecting a JOB ............................................................ 178
26.2 Deleting a JOB .............................................................. 180
27. RECEIVING COORDINATE DATA ........................ 181
28. OUTPUTTING JOB DATA ...................................... 184
29. REGISTERING/DELETing CODE .......................... 188
30. CHANGING THE SETTINGS ................................. 190
30.1 Observation Conditions ................................................. 190
30.2 Instrument Configuration ............................................... 192
30.3 EDM Settings ................................................................ 196
30.4 Allocating User-defined Tabs ........................................ 200

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30.5 Customizing Screen Controls ........................................ 203
30.6 Allocating Key Functions ............................................... 205
30.7 Changing Status Bar Icons ........................................... 208
30.8 Units .............................................................................. 210
30.9 Changing Password ...................................................... 211
30.10 Restoring Default Settings ............................................ 212
30.11 Date and Time ............................................................... 212
31. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES .................. 213
32. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS ............................ 218
32.1 Plate Level .................................................................... 218
32.2 Circular Level ................................................................ 219
32.3 Tilt Sensor ..................................................................... 220
32.4 Collimation .................................................................... 223
32.5 Reticle ........................................................................... 225
32.6 Image Sensor reticle ..................................................... 227
32.7 Optical Plummet ............................................................ 229
32.8 Additive Distance Constant ........................................... 230
32.9 Bluetooth Wireless Communication .............................. 231
33. Power Supply System ............................................ 232
34. Target System ........................................................ 233
35. STANDARD EQUIPMENT ..................................... 238
36. Optional Accessories .............................................. 240
37. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................. 243
38. EXPLANATION ...................................................... 250
38.1 High Accuracy with the 360° Prism ............................... 250
38.2 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left,
Face Right Measurement .............................................. 250
39. REGULATIONS ...................................................... 252
40. INDEX ..................................................................... 253

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1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
For the safe use of the product and prevention of injury to operators and other persons as well as
prevention of property damage, items which should be observed are indicated by an exclamation point
within a triangle used with WARNING and CAUTION statements in this instruction manual.
The definitions of the indications are listed below. Be sure you understand them before reading the
manual’s main text.

Definition of Indication

Ignoring this indication and making an operation error could possibly

C WARNING result in death or serious injury to the operator.

Ignoring this indication and making an operation error could possibly

C CAUTION result in minor injury or property damage.

This symbol indicates items for which caution (hazard warnings inclusive) is urged.
J Specific details are printed in or near the symbol.
This symbol indicates items which are prohibited. Specific details are printed in or near
D the symbol.
This symbol indicates items which must always be performed. Specific details are printed
I in or near the symbol.

General

C Warning
Do not use the unit in areas exposed to high amounts of dust or ash, in areas where there
D is inadequate ventilation, or near combustible materials. An explosion could occur.

Do not perform disassembly or rebuilding. Fire, electric shock, burns, or hazardous

G radiation exposure could result.

D Never look at the sun through the telescope. Loss of eyesight could result.

Do not look at reflected sunlight from a prism or other reflecting object through the
D telescope. Loss of eyesight could result.

Direct viewing of the sun using the telescope during sun observation will cause loss of
E eyesight. Use a solar filter (option), such as that in "36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES", for
sun observation.

When securing the instrument in the carrying case make sure that all catches, including
E the side catches, are closed. Failure to do so could result in the instrument falling out
while being carried, causing injury.

C Caution
Do not use the carrying case as a footstool. The case is slippery and unstable so a
D person could slip and fall off it.

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1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

Do not place the instrument in a case with a damaged catch, belt or handle. The case or
D instrument could be dropped and cause injury.

D Do not wield or throw the plumb bob. A person could be injured if struck.

Keep hands and clothing away from rotating parts. Injury could result from being dragged
D into the part.

Do not touch the instrument or look through the telescope eyepiece while the motor drive
D is in operation. Hands could be caught in moving parts or an eye could be struck by the
telescope and cause injury.

Secure handle to main unit with handle locks. Failure to properly secure the handle could
E result in the unit falling off while being carried, causing injury.

Tighten the adjustment tribrach clamp securely. Failure to properly secure the clamp
E could result in the tribrach falling off while being carried, causing injury.

Power Supply

C Warning

D Do not short circuit. Heat or ignition could result.

Do not disassemble, rebuild, mutilate, incinerate, heat or short circuit the battery and
G charger. Fire, electric shock, burns or an explosion could result.

Do not use batteries other than those designated. An explosion could occur, or abnormal
D heat generated, leading to fire.

Do not use voltage other than the specified power supply voltage. Fire or electrical shock
D could result.

Do not use damaged power cords, plugs or loose outlets. Fire or electric shock could
D result.

D Do not use power cords other than those designated. Fire could result.

Do not place articles such as clothing on the battery charger while charging batteries.
D Sparks could be induced, leading to fire.

Use only the specified battery charger to recharge batteries. Other chargers may be of
E different voltage rating or polarity, causing sparking which could lead to fire or burns.

H Do not heat or throw batteries into fire. An explosion could occur, resulting in injury.

Do not use the battery, charger or AC (power) cable for any other equipment or purpose.
D Fire or burns caused by ignition could result.

To prevent shorting of the battery in storage, apply insulating tape or equivalent to the
E terminals. Otherwise shorting could occur resulting in fire or burns.

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 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

Do not use batteries or the battery charger if wet. Resultant shorting could lead to fire or
D burns.

Do not connect or disconnect power supply plugs with wet hands. Electric shock could
D result.

C Caution
Do not touch liquid leaking from batteries. Harmful chemicals could cause burns or
F blisters.

Tripod

C Caution
When mounting the instrument to the tripod, tighten the centering screw securely. Failure
E to tighten the screw properly could result in the instrument falling off the tripod, causing
injury.

Tighten securely the leg fixing screws of the tripod on which the instrument is mounted.
E Failure to tighten the screws could result in the tripod collapsing, causing injury.

Do not carry the tripod with the tripod shoes pointed at other persons. A person could be
D injured if struck by the tripod shoes.

Keep hands and feet away from the tripod shoes when fixing the tripod in the ground. A
E hand or foot stab wound could result.

Tighten the leg fixing screws securely before carrying the tripod. Failure to tighten the
E screws could lead to the tripod legs extending, causing injury.

BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

C Warning
D Do not use within the vicinity of hospitals. Malfunction of medical equipment could result.

Use the instrument at a distance of at least 22 cm from anyone with a cardiac

E pacemaker. Otherwise, the pacemaker may be adversely affected by the
electromagnetic waves produced and cease to operate as normal.

D Do not use onboard aircraft. The aircraft instrumentation may malfunction as a result.

Do not use within the vicinity of automatic doors, fire alarms and other devices with
D automatic controls as the electromagnetic waves produced may adversely affect
operation resulting in an accident.

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2. PRECAUTIONS
Telescope

• Aiming the telescope at the sun will cause internal damage to the instrument. Use the solar filter
when observing the sun.
C"36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"

Tribrach Clamp and Handle

• When the instrument is shipped, the tribrach clamp is held

firmly in place with a locking screw to prevent the
instrument from shifting on the levelling base. Before using
the instrument the first time, loosen this screw with a
screwdriver. And before transporting it, tighten the locking
screw to fasten the tribrach clamp in place so that it will not
shift on the levelling base.
• The MS handle can be removed. When operating the MS
with the handle attached, always make sure that the
handle is securely fixed to the MS body with the handle
lock levers.

Precautions concerning water and dust resistance

MS conforms to IP64 specifications for waterproofing and dust resistance when the CF card cover and
battery cover are closed.
• Make sure that moisture or dust particles do not come in contact with the terminal or connectors.
Operating the instrument with moisture or dust on the terminal or connectors may cause damage to
the instrument.
• Be sure to correctly attach the connector caps to protect the MS from moisture and dust particles
when the connector is not in use.
• Make sure that the inside of the carrying case and the instrument are dry before closing the case.
If moisture is trapped inside the case, it may cause the instrument to rust.

Charging the battery

• The battery (BDC58) was not charged at the factory. Charge the battery fully before using the MS.

THE LITHIUM BATTERY

The lithium battery is used to maintain the MS Calendar & Clock function. It can back up data for
approximately 5 years of normal use, but its lifetime may be shorter depending on circumstances.

THE LEVELLING BASE

Always use the levelling base provided.

BACKING UP DATA

Data should be backed up (transferred to an external device etc.) on a regular basis to prevent data
loss.

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 2. PRECAUTIONS

OTHER PRECAUTIONS

• Never place the instrument directly on the ground. Sand or dust may cause damage to the screw
holes or the centering screw on the base plate.
• Do not perform automatic vertical rotation of the telescope when using the lens hood, diagonal
eyepiece, or solar filter. Such accessories may strike the MS causing damage.
• Protect the instrument from heavy shocks or vibration.
• Protect the instrument from rain or drizzle with an umbrella or waterproof cover.
• When the operator leaves the instrument attached to the tripod, the vinyl cover should be placed on
the instrument.
• Never carry the instrument on the tripod to another site.
• Turn the power off before removing the battery.
• Remove the battery before placing the MS in its case.
• Make sure that the instrument and the protective lining of the carrying case are dry before closing
the case. The case is hermetically sealed and if moisture is trapped inside, the instrument could
rust.
• Consult your local dealer before using the instrument under special conditions such as long periods
of continuous use or high levels of humidity. In general, special conditions are treated as being
outside the scope of the product warranty.

MAINTENANCE

• Wipe off moisture completely if the instrument gets wet during survey work.
• Always clean the instrument before returning it to the case. The lens requires special care. First,
dust it off with the lens brush to remove tiny particles. Then, after providing a little condensation by
breathing on the lens, wipe it with the wiping cloth.
• If the display is dirty, carefully wipe it with a soft, dry cloth. To clean other parts of the instrument or
the carrying case, lightly moisten a soft cloth in a mild detergent solution. Wring out excess water
until the cloth is slightly damp, then carefully wipe the surface of the unit. Do not use any alkaline
cleaning solutions, alcohol, or any other organic solvents on the instrument or display.
CFor de-activating the touch panel, see "5.2 Display Functions", "30. CHANGING THE
SETTINGS"
• Store the instrument in a dry room where the temperature remains fairly constant.
• Check the tripod for loose fit and loose screws.
• If any trouble is found on the rotatable portion, screws or optical parts (e.g. lens), contact your local
dealer.
• When the instrument is not used for a long time, check it at least once every 3 months.
C"32. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS"
• Periodically wipe the contacts on the MS and handle clean with the cleaning cloth provided. Airborne
moisture and dust particles can cause corrosion when the handle is left attached to the main unit for
long periods.
C"4. PRODUCT OUTLINE Removing the handle / Attaching the handle"
• When removing the instrument from the carrying case, never pull it out by force. The empty carrying
case should be closed to protect it from moisture.
• Check the instrument for proper adjustment periodically to maintain the instrument accuracy.

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EXCEPTIONS FOR RESPONSIBILITY

• The user of this product is expected to follow all operating instructions and make periodic checks
(hardware only) of the product’s performance.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for results of faulty or intentional
usage or misuse including any direct, indirect, consequential damage, or loss of profits.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for consequential damage, or
loss of profits due to any natural disaster, (earthquake, storms, floods etc.), fire, accident, or an act
of a third party and/or usage under unusual conditions.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage (change of
data, loss of data, loss of profits, an interruption of business etc.) caused by use of the product or
an unusable product.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for any damage, and loss of
profits caused by usage different to that explained in the instruction manual.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no responsibility for damage caused by incorrect
operation, or action resulting from connecting to other products.

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3. LASER SAFETY INFORMATION
MS is classified as a Class 3R Laser Product and Class 1 LED Product according to IEC Standard
Publication 60825-1 Ed.2.0 : 2007 and United States Government Code of Federal Regulation FDA
CDRH 21CFR Part 1040.10 and 1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser
products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated June 24, 2007.)

• EDM device in objective lens Class 3R Laser Product

(When using prism, reflective sheet or SMR Class 1 Laser Product
as target or when in Auto Tracking mode)
• Auto pointing device in objective lens: Class 1 Laser Product

レーザー光の出口
AVOID EXPOSURE-Laser
レーザ光
LED beam radiation is emitted
from this aperture.
目への直接被ばくを避けること

emitted MAX 5mW LD 625-695nm

クラス3R レーザ製品
from here JIS C6802:2005

LASER RADIATION
Laser beam AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
MAX 5mW LD 625-695nm
emitted from CLASS3R LASER PRODUCT
IEC 60825-1 Ed. 2.0 : 2007
here

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• EDM device is classified as Class 3R Laser Product when reflectorless measurement is selected.
When the prism or reflective sheet is selected as target, the output is equivalent to the safer class 1.
• The cumulative output during distance measurement and tracking in Auto Tracking mode is
equivalent to class 1.

CWarning
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• Follow the safety instructions on the labels attached to the instrument as well as in this manual to
ensure safe use of this laser and LED product.
• Never point the laser beam at another person. If the laser beam strikes skin an eye, it could cause
serious injury.
• Do not look directly into the laser beam or Light source. Doing so could cause permanent eye
damage.
• Do not stare at the laser beam. Doing so could cause permanent eye damage.
• If an eye injury is caused by exposure to the laser beam, seek immediate medical attention from a
licensed ophthalmologist.
• Never look at the laser beam through a telescope, binoculars or other optical instruments. Doing so
could cause permanent eye damage.

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• Sight the target so that laser beam does not stray from them.

CCaution
• Perform checks at start of work and periodic checks and adjustments with the laser beam emitted
under normal conditions.
• When the instrument is not being used, turn off the power and replace the lens cap.
• When disposing of the instrument, destroy the battery connector so that the laser beam cannot be
emitted.
• Operate the instrument with due caution to avoid injuries that may be caused by the laser beam
unintentionally striking a person in the eye. Avoid setting the instrument at heights at which the path
of the laser beam may strike pedestrians or drivers at head height.
• Never point the laser beam at mirrors, windows or surfaces that are highly reflective. The reflected
laser beam could cause serious injury.
• When using the laser-pointer function or Light be sure to turn OFF the output laser/LED after
distance measurement is completed. Even if distance measurement is canceled, these functions
are still operating and the laser/LED beam continues to be emitted.
• Only those who have been received training as per the following items shall use this product.
• Read the instruction manual for usage procedures for this product.
• Hazardous protection procedures (read this chapter).
• Requisite protective gear (read this chapter).
• Accident reporting procedures (stipulate procedures beforehand for transporting the injured and
contacting physicians in case there are laser induced injuries).
• Persons working within the range of the laser beam are advised to wear eye protection which
corresponds to the laser wavelength of the instrument being used.
• Areas in which the lasers are used should be posted with laser warning notices.
• If Search or Track is selected in "A.T. Setting" in the "Configuration" tab of <Motor configuration>,
the laser beam will be emitted from the objective lens when tracking a moving prism or searching
for the center of the prism.
C Tracking settings: "12.1 Auto Tracking Settings"
• The LED beam is emitted when the Light is set to ON and the power is turned ON. Before turning
ON the power check that there are no persons in the LED beam path. Alternatively, always set the
Light to OFF when you have finished measurement.

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4. PRODUCT OUTLINE

4.1 Functions

MS has the following features to make operation more efficient.

1. Auto Tracking
The MS will automatically follow a moving prism when the target is being moved to
the next measurement point, making surveying operations such as setting out faster
and smoother.
C"12. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING"

2. Bluetooth wireless technology (Models with handle RC-TS3 or H-BT1 only)

Bluetooth technology removes the need for cumbersome cables and provides
wireless communication functionality between the MS and data collectors for even
greater efficiency gains in the field.
C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

Use of this technology must be authorized according to telecommunications

regulations of the country where the instrument is being used.

3. High accuracy with reflectorless measurement

TOPCON optics, electrical circuits, and processing algorithms combine to provide
superior reflectorless accuracy at distances as short as 50cm.

4. Various interface options

Data link options for the MS include both a CF card slot and USB ports.

5. Full color touch panel display

Not only does the color screen improve usability, but the Graphic option allows the
user to visualise setting out operations. In addition to the operation keys, the touch
panel with stylus pen offers another user-friendly method for selecting screens and
inputting characters.
C"5.2 Display Functions"

6. Sighting the target using Auto Pointing

Once the instrument is pointed in the general direction of the target, simply pressing
[SRCH] will automatically sight the center of the prism. When used in collaboration
with the On-demand Remote Control System, the MS will locate the RC-Controller
and automatically sight the target allowing all measurement to be performed from
target side.
C"11.2 Auto-Pointing Function for Target Sighting" and "30.3 EDM Settings"

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7. Trigger Key for Easier Operation

Each screen contains a number of softkeys. Softkeys displayed in bold type control
the flow of measurement operation. Pressing the trigger key located on the side of
the MS will perform exactly the same operation as the bolded softkey in the current
screen. This allows the user to continue operation without having to return to the
display to press softkeys.
C"4.2 Parts of the Instrument & Trigger key"

8. Wide range of advanced programs

One touch of the {PROGRAM} key allows the user to switch from Basic mode to the
Program selection screen in order to use advanced measurement programs.
CSwitching modes: "4.3 Mode Structure"

9. SETTINGS Mode
One touch of the {SETTINGS} key allows the user to jump to and from the
SETTINGS mode during operation without exiting measurement.
C"4.3 Mode Structure", "5.4 SETTINGS Mode"

10. Original Independent Angle Calibration System (IACS) technology

This revolutionary technology provides an even higher level of stability and reliability
for angle measurement. With IACS technology, the MS independently calibrates
angle to a high degree of accuracy, and eliminates the need for a reference standard
instrument when performing calibration.
CIndependent angle calibration cannot be performed by the user. Consult your
local dealer.

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 4. PRODUCT OUTLINE

The following functions are available when operating the MS via command operation from a
connected host computer or other external device.

11. Reflector Prescan

This function scans a user-defined range for targets and outputs approximate
horizontal and vertical angles for all targets found. This is particularly useful when
sighting to targets currently without coordinates, such as when there are numerous
targets in the field-of-view at the initial stages of a monitoring project, or when
performing observation in tunnels etc. where low light conditions make manual
sighting difficult. More precise angle readings can be obtained by performing Auto
Pointing after Reflector Prescan.
Prism

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•Targets may not be accurately detected when too close to the MS.

12. Rapid 2D Monitoring

This function speeds up angle measurement with
the MS. After being automatically rotated to the
specified angle, the MS will determine the offset
(dX, dY) from the center of the reticle to the target in
the field-of-view. It will then use this offset to dY
calculate the horizontal and vertical angle. The
ability to quickly detect the vertical and horizontal dX
position of targets at approximately fixed locations
makes this function particularly useful for monitoring
subsidence and other deformation measurement
tasks.

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•Operation will automatically switch to Auto Pointing when distance to the target is
100m or more.

CFor details, refer to Interfacing with the "SDR Electronic Field Book"
and Command Explanations manuals, both available from your local dealer.

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4.2 Parts of the Instrument

PARTS AND FUNCTIONS OF THE INSTRUMENT

1 1 Handle
15 2
C"36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"
2 Tubular compass slot
3 Handle lock
4 Battery cover
14 5 Tribrach clamp
3
6 Base plate
13 7 Levelling foot screw
8 Circular level adjusting screws
9 Circular level
10 Optical plummet eyepiece
11 Optical plummet reticle cover
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12 Optical plummet focussing ring
11 4 13 Objective lens
(Includes "& Laser-pointer
10 function")
14 & Light
15 Bluetooth antenna

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8 5

7 6
16 & Instrument height mark
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17 & Vertical Jog dial
32 18 & Trigger key
19 & Horizontal Jog dial
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20 Keyboard C "5.1 Basic Key Operation"
30 21 Stylus pen holder
22 Tribrach fixing screw
29 23 Combined communications and
power supply connector
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24 Display
25 CF card slot
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C"6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT"
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26 USB ports C"8. CONNECTING TO
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26 EXTERNAL DEVICES"
25 18 27 Plate level adjusting screw
28 Plate level
29 Telescope eyepiece screw
24 19 30 Telescope focussing ring
31 &Laser radiation warning
23 20 indicator
32 &Peep sight
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22 33 Instrument center mark

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& Vertical and Horizontal Jog dials

The instrument and telescope can be rotated manually by hand or, for more precise adjustments,
by turning the vertical and horizontal Jog dials.
The faster the Jog dials are turned, the faster the instrument and telescope rotate.
C"11.1 Auto Pointing Settings" step 3

& Light
Aiming the Light at the target improves visibility of the target in the sighted direction thus making
sighting in poor light more accurate.
The intensity of the illuminated point can be adjusted in "Light" in the EDM tab.

& Laser radiation warning indicator

Laser radiation warning indicator is red when laser beam is emitted or laser-pointer is used,
allowing the status laser beam of the laser beam to be ascertained from the telescope eyepiece
side.

& Peep sight

Use peep sight to aim the MS in the direction of the measurement point.
Turn the instrument until the triangle in the peep sight is aligned with the target.

& Instrument height mark

The height of the MS is as follows:
•192.5mm (from tribrach mounting surface to this mark)
•236mm (from tribrach dish to this mark).
"Instrument height" is input when setting instrument station data and is the height from the
surveying point (where MS is mounted) to this mark.

& Trigger key

When the Trigger key is pressed MS carries out the operation indicated by the softkey in bold
type on the screen. This allows the user to continue operation without having to return to the
display to press softkeys.

& Laser-pointer function

A target can be sighted with a red laser beam in dark locations without the use of the telescope.

Removing the handle

1. Slide the handle locks in the direction as

shown at right until a click is heard. The
handle are now unlocked.
Handle
lock

Green
indicates
locked state

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2. Pull the lock levers towards you and slide the

handle back and up to remove.
The handle lock levers, once released, will
return to the original position.

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• Make sure that the handle does not fall while
Lock lever
being removed. Removing the handle
requires a certain amount of force. As a
result, always hold firmly when removing.

Attaching the handle

1. Align the handle with the mounting brackets.

Contacts

Mounting
brackets

Handle mounting
position

2. Slide the handle onto the mounting position

until a click is heard. Check that the handle
lock levers, once released, return to the closed
position.

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3. Slide the handle locks away from you to lock

the handle. Check that the green sections of
the handle locks are showing.

G Handle
• Securely lock the handle in place before locked
starting measurement.

Bluetooth antenna (RC-TS3/H-BT1 handles only)

When performing communication using Bluetooth wireless technology, the antenna must be directed
towards the zenith.

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Handle the antenna with care and be aware of the following points when operating.
• An extended antenna may be damaged if struck during operation.
• The antenna may be damaged if forcibly bent in an incorrect direction. The antenna cannot be bent
to angles exceeding 90°.
• Always stow the antenna in a downward direction when the instrument is not in use.

Beam detector for On-demand Remote Control System (RC-TS3/RC-TS3A handles only)

Always open the beam detector cover when using the On-demand Remote Control System.

Beam detector

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• The beam detector cover can be damaged if forced open beyond a certain angle. Always close the
beam detector cover before moving the instrument or placing it in its case.
• Never touch the beam detector. The ability of the system to perform Turning may be adversely
affected.

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4.3 Mode Structure

The diagram below describes the different modes of the MS and key operations for navigating
between them. Managing data functions are contained in Memory mode.

Meas mode (Navigable with tabs) C"5.2 Display Functions"

Basic mode

Status screen

Menu mode C Chapters 15-24

[Version]
[OK]
{ESC}
Memory mode CChapter 25-29
SOKKIA TOPCON CO., LTD.

Configuration mode CChapter 30

{PROGRAM} {SETTINGS}

Program selection screen Settings mode

C"5.4 SETTINGS Mode"

Program mode

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• Program mode and Mesh-Scan Survey program cannot be active simultaneously.
• Switching between modes is not possible during distance measurement or while the motor is in
operation.

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4.4 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

• Bluetooth communication is only possible with instruments incorporating either the RC-TS3 or H-
BT1 handle.
• Use of this technology must be authorized according to telecommunications regulations of the
country where the instrument is being used. Contact your local dealer in advance.
C"39. REGULATIONS"
• TOPCON Corporation is not liable for the content of any transmission nor any content related
thereto. When communicating important data, run tests beforehand to ascertain that communication
is operating normally.
• Do not divulge the content of any transmission to any third party.

Radio interference when using Bluetooth technology

Bluetooth communication with the MS uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band. This is the same band used
by the devices described below. As a result, using the MS within proximity to the above devices may
result in interference causing communication failure or reduction of transmission speed.
•Industrial, scientific, and medical (ISM) equipment such as microwaves and pacemakers.
• portable premises radio equipment (license required) used in factory production lines etc.
• portable specified low-power radio equipment (license-exempt)
•IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11g standard wireless LAN devices

Although a radio station license is not required for this instrument, bear in mind the following points
when using Bluetooth technology for communication.

● Do not use the MS in proximity to microwaves.

• Microwave ovens can cause significant interference resulting in communication failure. Perform
communication at a distance of 3m or more from microwave ovens.

● Regarding portable premises radio equipment and portable specified low-power radio
equipment:
• Before starting transmission, check that operation will not take place within the vicinity of portable
premises radio equipment or specified low-power radio equipment.
• In the case that the instrument causes radio interference with portable premises radio equipment,
terminate the connection immediately and take measures to prevent further interference (e.g.
connect using an interface cable).
• In the case that the instrument causes radio interference with portable specified low-power radio
equipment, contact your local dealer.

● When using the MS in proximity to IEEE802.11b or IEEE802.11g standard wireless LAN devices,
turn off all devices not being used.
• Interference may result, causing transmission speed to slow or even disrupting the connection
completely. Turn off all devices not being used.

● Refrain from using the MS in proximity to televisions and radios.

• Televisions and radios use a different frequency band to Bluetooth communications.

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However, even if the MS is used within proximity to the above equipment with no adverse effects
with regard to Bluetooth communication, moving a Bluetooth compatible device (including the MS)
closer to said equipment may result in electronic noise in sound or images, adversely affecting the
performance of televisions and radios.

Precautions regarding transmission

● For best results

• Wood, glass and plastic will not impede communication but the usable range becomes shorter.
Moreover, wood, glass and plastic containing metal frames, plates, foil and other heat shielding
elements as well as coatings containing metallic powders may adversely affect Bluetooth
communication and concrete, reinforced concrete, and metal will render it impossible.
• Use a vinyl or plastic cover to protect the instrument from rain and moisture. Metallic materials
should not be used.
• The direction of the Bluetooth antenna can have adverse effects upon usable range. For best
results make sure that the antennas of both the MS and the companion device are pointing towards
one another.

● Reduced range due to atmospheric conditions

The radio waves used by the MS may be absorbed or scattered by rain, fog, and moisture from the
human body with the limit of usable range becoming lower as a result. Similarly, usable range may
also shorten when performing communication in wooded areas. Moreover, as wireless devices lose
signal strength when close to the ground, perform communication at as high a position as possible.

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TOPCON Corporation cannot guarantee that all Bluetooth devices are compatible with the MS.

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5. BASIC OPERATION
Learn basic key operations here before you read each measurement procedure.

5.1 Basic Key Operation

Display {BACKSPACE} {TAB} {SHIFT} {ESC}

ESC
ABC DEF GHI

SHIFT 7 8 9
JKL MNO PQR
OFF
4 5 6
TAB
STU VWX YZ!
{0} to {9}
{SETTINGS} 3
{.} to {+/-}
SETTINGS BACKSPACE 1 2
/ & ?$ #%@
{PROGRAM} SPACE 0
PROGRAM

{TARGET} TARGET FUNC CTRL

F1 F2 F3 F4 ENTER

Light sensor
Softkey selection
{SPACE} {FUNC CTRL}

● Power ON/OFF

{ } Power ON
{ } (while pressing) + {J} Power OFF

● Lighting up the reticle/keys and selecting screen backlight brightness

Switches the reticle illumination/key backlight ON/OFF
{J}
Switches the screen backlight brightness setting
C "30.2 Instrument Configuration", Light sensor: "30.2 Instrument Configuration & Color
setting"

● Switching to SETTINGS mode

{SETTINGS} Switches to screens for tilt correction, returned signal checking,
motor operation, fixed velocity rotation, and general configuration
{SETTINGS}/{ESC} Returns to the previous screen (mode)
C "5.4 SETTINGS Mode"

● Switching to Program selection screen

{PROGRAM} Switches between Basic mode and Program selection screen
C "5.5 Using the Program Selection Screen"

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● Switching target type

{TARGET} Switches between target types
C "30.3 EDM Settings"
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• Changes can also be made by tapping the status bar icon with the stylus pen.
C"5.2 Display Functions"

● Switching the laser-pointer/Light ON/OFF

{J} (Press and hold until Turns the laser-pointer/Light ON/OFF
a beep sounds)
C Selecting laser-pointer/Light after pressing {J}: "30.3 EDM Settings"

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• A selection can also be made by tapping the status bar icon with the stylus pen.
C"5.2 Display Functions"

● Softkey operation
Softkeys are displayed on the bottom line of the screen.
{F1} to {F4} Selects the function matching the softkeys
{FUNC CTRL} Toggles between softkey pages

● Inputting letters/figures
Character input method can be selected from upper case alphabetic, lower case alphabetic and
numeric characters.
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•A selection can also be made by tapping the status bar icon with the stylus pen.

{0} to {9} Inputs numeral or symbol printed above the key (during numeric
input mode)
Inputs alphabetic character in the order they are listed (in
alphabetic input mode)
{.} Inputs a decimal point (during numeric input mode)
{+/-} Inputs a plus or minus sign (during numeric input mode)
{ESC} Cancels the input data
{TAB} Shifts to the next item
{BACKSPACE} Deletes the character to the left
{SPACE} Inputs a blank space (increments by 1 when inputting setting the
date and time)
{K}/{L} Moves the cursor left/right during character input
{ ▲ }/{ ▼ } Moves the cursor up/down during character input
{I} Selects/accepts input word/value

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● Selecting options
{ ▲ }/{ ▼ } Moves the cursor/selection item up/down
{K}/{L} Moves the cursor/selection item left/right or selects other option
{TAB} Shifts to the next item
{SPACE} Displays other options
{I} Selects/accepts the option

● Selecting tabs
{ ▲ }/{ ▼ } Moves tab/cursor in tab up/down
{K}/{L} Displays next tab at left/right

● Other operation
{ESC} Returns to previous screen
C Tabs: "5.2 Display Functions"

Example: Entering "computer" (lower case) as the name of a new device

1. Tap the input mode icon in the status bar (second

from bottom) until "_a" is displayed.

2. Press {7} three times.

"c" is displayed.

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3. Press {5} three times.

"o" is displayed.

4. Press {L}.
Press {5}. "m" is displayed.

5. Continue to input letters. Press {I} to

complete inputting.

Example: selecting a reflector type

(Method 1)
1. Select [EDM] in the second page of Meas mode
or "EDM" in SETTINGS mode/Configuration
mode.

2. Move to "Reflector" using {O}/{G}/{TAB}.

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3. Press {SPACE} to display a list of all options.

4. Select an option using {O}/{G}.

5. Press {I} to confirm selection.

(Method 2)
1. Select [EDM] in the second page of Measure
mode or "EDM" in SETTINGS mode/
Configuration mode.

2. Move to "Reflector" using {O}/{G}/{TAB}.

3. Switch between Prism, 360° Prism, Sheet, and

Reflectorless using {K}/{L}.

4. Press {I} to confirm selection.

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5.2 Display Functions

Screens can be selected/operated using the keys on the keyboard or the touch panel. The touch panel
can be operated using either the stylus pen provided or your fingers.
It is also possible to de-activate the touch panel.
C"30. CHANGING THE SETTINGS"

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• Do not scratch the display or use any sharp implement other than the stylus pen to operate the
touch panel.

Using the stylus

The stylus pen can be used to select menus and buttons on the screen and operate the scroll bar. The
touch panel supports "tap", "double tap", and "drag" operations.

Operation Method
Tap Lightly tap the display once. This operation is equivalent to that of clicking
a mouse button when using a computer.
Double tap Lightly tap the display twice on the same point.This operation is equivalent
to the "double-click" for a computer mouse.
Drag Lightly apply the point of the stylus pen to the display and move in the
desired direction, maintaining contact between the stylus and display all
the time.

Temporarily de-activating the touch panel

The touch panel can be temporarily de-activated. This is especially useful when cleaning the display.
To de-activate, tap on the status bar. <Touch panel temporarily de-activated> is displayed.

The touch panel cannot be operated while the above message is displayed. Press {ESC} to cancel
the message and re-activate the touch panel.

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Displaying and operating screens

• To close a screen, tap the cross in the top right corner, or press {ESC}.
• Tabs, softkey allocations, displayed tab items, and character sizes can all be changed in
accordance with user preferences.
C"30. CHANGING THE SETTINGS"

● Status screen

Instrument name
Serial No.

Application software version

● Basic measurement screen

(1) Distance

(2) Vertical angle

(3) Horizontal angle

(1) Distance
Press [SHV] to switch between the SHV and SHVdist tabs. An SHVdist tab will be created when
one does not exist.
C "30.1 Observation Conditions"
C "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

(2) Vertical angle

The Vertical angle display can be switched between Zenith (Z=0°)/Horiz (H=0°)/Horiz (H=±90°)
To switch vertical angle/slope in %, press [ZA/%] when allocated to the Meas mode screen. The
capitalized letter in the softkey indicates the currently selected mode.
C"30.1 Observation Conditions"

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(3) Horizontal angle

Press [R/l] when allocated to the Meas mode screen to switch the display status. The capitalized
letter in the softkey indicates the currently selected mode.
HAR : Horizontal angle right
HAL : Horizontal angle left
C "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

● Input screen/configuration screen

Display all options

Scroll down for more

items

Values can be input/

edited

● Graphic tab
Target point Arrow indicates north

Instrument station
Scale
(units: m)

The Graphic tab display can be modified using the softkeys in the second page.
[CNFG]: In <Graphic configuration> the user can specify the orientation of the graphic tab
display and whether or not to display JOB data/Coord data saved in the JOB.
[DEF.]: Returns to the original orientation display.
[ZoomIn]: Zooms in.
[ZoomOut]:Zooms out.

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● Selecting menus
To select a menu, tap the touch panel or press the relevant number key.

Number

● Status bar
Indicates the current status of the instrument. (1)
Tapping icons (1) to (9) will switch between the
relevant options for that item. Tapping and holding (2)
will display a list of all available options for that (3)
item and, in certain cases, a link to the
(4)
configuration screen for that item.
C Settings: "30. CHANGING THE SETTINGS" (5)
(6)
It is possible to re-arrange status bar icons.
C "30.7 Changing Status Bar Icons" (7)
Input panel
(8)
(9)

(1)Remaining battery power

Remaining battery power indicator and configuration of auto-power function (BDC58/external
battery BDC60/61, Temperature = 20°C, EDM on).
The remaining batter power displayed when distance measurement or motor operation is in
progress may differ to that displayed at other times.

: Level 3 Full power

: Level 2 Plenty of power remains
: Level 1 Half or less power remains
Level 0 Little power remains. Prepare a replacement battery where available.
(Flashes red and black)
: No power
(Red display in the center of the screen) Stop measurement and charge the
battery
C "7. USING THE BATTERY"

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(2) Target display

Selection of target type and configuration of prism constant.
: Prism (-30.0mm)
: 360° Prism (-7.0mm)
: SMR (0.0mm) (only for MS05AX with SMR functionality)
: Sheet (0.0mm)
: Reflectorless

Target information can be edited/recorded in <Reflector setting>.

C "30.3 EDM Settings"

& SMR (Spherically Mounted Retroreflector)

The SMR target is a metallic sphere with a retroreflective surface used for industrial
measurement. The naming of SMR targets differs from manufacturer to manufacturer.
Measurement using the SMR is an optional function for the MS05AX. The MS1AX does not
support measurement with the SMR. Use an SMR commercially available for laser tracker
systems with an aperture of 38mm (1.5 inch). For details regarding adding this function and
compatible SMRs, contact your local dealer.

(3) Motor configuration

Configuration of Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking status. The display may change slightly depending
on the target type selected.
: Auto Tracking ON
: Auto Pointing ON
: Both Auto Tracking and Auto Pointing OFF
: Start Auto Tracking."AT Off" is displayed when performing Auto Tracking or
when in "Prism wait" status. Tap to quit Auto Tracking.

One of the following icons will be displayed while the motor is in operation to indicate the current
status of the MS.

: Rotating
: Rotating at fixed velocity
: Searching/Searching after target lost
: Auto Tracking in progress (when Auto Tracking set)
: Auto Tracking idle (when Auto Tracking set)
: Auto Tracking in predicted direction (when Auto Tracking set)
: (Flashes red) Waiting for prism (when Auto Tracking set)

CMotor settings: "12.2 Measurement with Auto Tracking"

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• Auto Tracking and Auto Pointing cannot be performed when "Reflectorless" has been selected as
the target type. will be displayed. Auto Tracking cannot be performed when "Sheet" has
been selected as the target type. will be displayed
• An arrow indicating turn direction will be displayed when the MS is rotating at a fixed velocity.
C Fixed velocity rotation: "5.4 SETTINGS Mode ● Fixed velocity rotation"

(4) Laser-pointer/Light
Configuration of laser-pointer/Light status.
C Switching the laser-pointer/Light ON/OFF: "5.1 Basic Key Operation"
: Light ON
: Light OFF
: Laser-pointer ON
: Laser-pointer OFF

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• The laser-pointer/Light will be automatically switched OFF during distance measurement/Auto
Pointing/Auto Tracking to prevent laser output exceeding the allowable range.

(5) Tilt angle compensation

The vertical and horizontal angles are automatically compensated for small tilt errors using the
MS's dual-axis tilt sensor. This icon displays the status of this function.

: Horizontal and vertical tilt angles compensated (blue)

: No compensation
: Only horizontal tilt angle compensated (green)

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• is displayed when the instrument is out of level.

(6) Communication status

Selection and configuration of communication status with external devices. Bluetooth settings can
only be selected when using instruments incorporating either the RC-TS3 or H-BT1 handle.
: Connection via RS232C cable
: Connection via Bluetooth (MS set as "Master" device) (blue antenna)
: Connection via Bluetooth (MS set as "Slave" device) (green antenna)

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Connection status to external devices is displayed as follows.

i) Connection via Bluetooth wireless technology
When MS is set as the "Master" device the antenna mark is blue. When the MS is set as the
"Slave" device the antenna mark is green.
: Connecting
: Cancelling connection
: (Antenna is purple - moving)
MS set to "Master": Inquiring about other Bluetooth devices
: (Antenna is purple - stationary)
Communication settings in progress/Preparing for
communication (Instrument just powered ON or just switched to "Slave")
: Connection error (icon flashes green and red)

ii) : Connection via RS232C cable

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• When Bluetooth is selected (MS set as "Master" device) a connection can be initiated/canceled
by tapping / .
• This icon is not displayed in Program mode.

• An arrow (e.g. / ) is displayed to indicate that data transmission is in progress. A red

arrow indicates that data transmission has failed and data needs to be sent again.
• If a connection cannot be established or a connection error occurs, there may be dust particles on
the contacts between the MS and handle. Wrap a dry cloth around your fingertip and wipe the
contacts clean.
CContacts: " 4.2 Parts of the Instrument Removing the handle/Attaching the handle"
(7) Input mode
Selection of input mode

_1 Inputting numbers and symbols

_A Inputting upper case alphabetic characters
_a Inputting lower case alphabetic characters

(8) Touch panel

De-activates/re-activates the touch panel.
Touch panel On
: Touch panel ON
Touch panel Off : Touch panel OFF
Touch panel temporarily de-activated : Touch panel temporarily de-activated
Go to Inst. config.

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•This icon cannot be operated during distance measurement, or during data transmission.

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(9) Atmospheric correction factor (ppm)

Configuration of atmospheric correction factor status

/ : Current atmospheric correction factor setting

Go to EDM config.

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This icon cannot be operated during distance measurement, or during data transmission.

5.3 Inputting Characters using the Input Panel

Tap to display <Input Panel>. This keyboard can be used to input numeric and alphabetic
characters as well as symbols. Tap the icon again to close.

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• When <Input panel> is covering the icon of the status bar, use the stylus pen to drag the input
panel to another part of the screen so that you can access the icon.

Input panel

Esc : Deletes all input characters

Tab : Moves the cursor to the next text box
CAP : Alternates between upper and lower case alphabetic characters and numbers/
symbols
Shift : Alternates between upper and lower case alphabetic characters and numbers/
symbols. Is canceled after inputting a single character.
Ctl : No function
Del/A : Delete the character to the left/right or deletes the entire text in the active section
←→ : Move the cursor left/right
I : Accept input characters
Space : Input a blank space
áü : Accesses further Latin/Germanic characters/symbols

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5.4 SETTINGS Mode

Press {SETTINGS} to switch to screens for tilt correction, returned signal checking, motor operation,
fixed velocity rotation, and general configuration.

CPerforming settings: "30. CHANGING THE SETTINGS", Tilt settings: "9.2 Levelling", Returned
signal checking: "14.1 Returned Signal Checking"

● Motor settings
The instrument can be automatically rotated to a desired vertical and/or horizontal angle by
specifying the angle in the "Motor" tab and selecting [ROTATE].

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• The following operations can be performed using the softkeys in the second page.
[READ] : Read in coordinates from Memory mode and set as the desired angle.
[COORD] : Specify rotation angle by inputting coordinates in <Key in coord>.
[TURN] : Rotate the MS 180°.
[CNFG] : Perform Motor configuration settings. C "12.1 Auto Tracking Settings"

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● Fixed velocity rotation

The MS horizontal angle and telescope can be rotated using the controls in the Fixed velocity
rotation tab. Speed settings are from 1 to 16.

Tap the touch panel in the desired rotation direction.

Press {ESC} or tap the red center circle/ (arrow mark) in the status bar to stop rotation.

5.5 Using the Program Selection Screen

The program selection screen displays a list of all programs installed on the MS. Each screen page
contains a maximum of 5 program icons. When multiple screen pages exist, navigating between
pages is possible using the arrows that appear at the left/right of the screen.

An icon without an
allocated program cannot
be selected

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Navigating between pages

The previous/next screen page can be displayed by pressing {O}/{G}/{L}/{K}, or that appear
at the left/right of the screen.

Previous page Next page

Rearranging the icon list

The order in which program icons are displayed in this list can be rearranged in accordance with user
preferences.

1. Select the icon you wish to move, then press

{FUNC}.

2. Use {O}/{G}/{L}/{K} to select the new position

for the selected icon.

3. Press {I} to confirm settings. Press {ESC}/

{FUNC} to discard settings.

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6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT
CF (Compact Flash) cards, for saving surveying and other data, are supported by the MS.
Management of JOB and survey data is done in Memory mode.

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• Contact your local dealer for details regarding communication formats for CF card input/output.
• Data can also be transferred to an external device with memory capabilities for storage and/or
editing using the MS’s USB ports.
C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

6.1 Inserting/Removing the CF Card

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• Do not remove the CF card during data read/write.
• Make sure the eject button is fully depressed when a CF card is inserted. A protruding eject button
will be depressed when the card cover is closed causing the card to be ejected.
• Always close the card cover before moving the instrument. The card cover can be damaged if
forced open beyond a certain angle.

PROCEDURE Inserting the CF card

1. Push the catch on the card cover away from

the display to open.

Card cover
Catch

2. Insert the CF card.

Card
slot
3. Close the card cover.

Eject button

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PROCEDURE Removing the CF card

1. Push the catch on the card cover away from

the display to open.

Card cover
Catch

2. Press the eject button once to release. Once

the eject button is fully protruded, press once
more to remove the card from the card slot.

Eject button
3. Check that the eject button is not protruding,
then close the card cover. Make sure the cover
is properly closed.

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7. USING THE BATTERY

CTypes of power source: "33. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM"

7.1 Battery Charging

The battery was not charged at the factory. Charge the battery fully before using the MS.

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• The charger will become rather hot during use. This is normal.
• Do not use to charge batteries other than those specified.
• The charger is for indoor use only. Do not use outdoors.
• Batteries cannot be charged, even when the charging lamp is flashing, when the temperature is
outside the charging temperature range.
• Remove batteries from the charger before putting into storage.
• When not in use, disconnect the power cable plug from the wall outlet.

PROCEDURE

1. Connect the power cable to the charger and

plug the charger into the wall outlet.

2. Mount the battery in the charger by matching

the grooves on the battery with the guides on
the charger.
Grooves
Guides

Slot 1

Charging
lamp
Slot 2
3. When charging starts, the lamp starts blinking.

4. The lamp lights when charging is finished.

5. Remove the battery and unplug the charger.

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• Slots 1 and 2:
The charger starts charging the battery mounted first. If you place two batteries in the charger, the
battery in slot 1 is charged first, and then the battery in slot 2. (C step 2)
• Charging lamp:
The charging lamp is off when the charger is outside the charging temperature range or when the
battery is mounted incorrectly. If the lamp is still off after the charger falls within its charging
temperature range and the battery is mounted again, contact your local dealer. (Csteps 2 and 3)
• Charging time per battery (at 20°C):
BDC58: about 4 hours
(Charging can take longer than the times stated above when temperatures
are either especially high or low.)

7.2 Installing/Removing the Battery

Mount the charged battery.

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• Before removing the battery, turn off the power to the instrument. If the battery is removed while
the power is switched on, a warm boot occurs. File and folder data may be lost as a result.
• When installing/removing the battery, make sure that moisture or dust particles do not come in
contact with the inside of the instrument.
• Remove batteries from the surveying instrument or charger before putting into storage.
• Store the battery in a dry room where the temperature is within the following ranges

Storage period Temperature range

1 week or less -20 to 50°C
1 week to 1 month -20 to 45°C
1 month to 6 months -20 to 40°C
6 months to 1 year -20 to 35°C
For long-term storage, the battery should be charged at least once every six months.
• The BDC58 generates power using a chemical reaction and as a result have a limited lifetime. Even
when in storage and not used for long periods, battery capacity deteriorates with the passage of
time. This may result in the operating time of the battery shortening despite having been charged
correctly. In this event, a new battery is required.

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PROCEDURE Mounting the battery

1. Slide down the catches on the battery cover to

open. Battery cover

2. Insert the battery in the direction of the arrow Battery

on the side of the battery.

3. Close the battery cover. A click is heard when

the cover is secure.

PROCEDURE Removing the battery

1. Slide down the catches on the battery cover to

open.

2. Grip the battery by the arrow symbols printed

on the side and slide out.

3. Close the battery cover. A click is heard when

the cover is secure.

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• Battery cover
If the battery cover is open during power ON, MS notifies you by displaying the screen below and
beeping.
• When the battery cover is closed, the previous screen is restored.

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8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES
The MS supports both USB and Bluetooth wireless technology for communication with data collectors.

Read this manual in conjunction with the instruction manual for the relevant external device.
C Bluetooth communication: "4.4 Bluetooth Wireless Technology"

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•Bluetooth communication is only possible with instruments incorporating either the RC-TS3 or
H-BT1 handle.

8.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology

The Bluetooth module incorporated in the MS can be used for communication with Bluetooth devices
such as the On-demand Remote Control System RC-Controller and data collectors.

& Bluetooth connections

Communication between a pair of Bluetooth devices requires one device to be set as the
"Master" and the other as the "Slave". To initiate connections from the MS side, set the MS as
the "Master" device. To initiate connections from the paired device side, set the MS as the
"Slave" device. The factory setting is "Slave".

PROCEDURE Necessary settings for Bluetooth communication

1. Select "Comms" in SETTINGS mode. Set Comms

mode in the Comms setup tab to "Bluetooth".

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• Changing communication settings during
Bluetooth communication will cancel the
connection.
• The status bar icon cannot be tapped in
<Communication Setup>.

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2. Select a mode for the MS in the Bluetooth tab.

The factory setting is "Slave".
Register companion devices.
•"Master" cannot be selected when no companion
devices have been registered.
C "Master"/"Slave": "& Bluetooth
connections"

3. Select, in "Link", a companion device from among

the Bluetooth devices already registered in the
MS.
C Registering devices: "PROCEDURE
Registering Bluetooth companion devices"

•Companion devices cannot be selected when the

MS is set as "Slave".

4. Set "Authentication" to "Yes" or "No".

If "Authentication" is set to "Yes" for the MS the
passkey will also need to be input on the
companion device.

5. When "Authentication" is set to "Yes", input the

same passkey as that for the intended companion
device. Even if "Authentication" is set to "No", a
passkey is requested when authentication is set
on the companion device being used.
• Up to 16 numeric characters can be input. Input
characters will be displayed as asterisks (e.g.
"*****"). The passkey was set to "0123" at the
factory.

6. Press [OK] to finish settings.

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PROCEDURE Registering Bluetooth companion devices

1. Power on the companion device.

2. Select "Bluetooth" in "Comms mode" in the

Comms setup tab.

3. Press [LIST] in the Bluetooth tab to display a list

of all registered devices.

4. Register your Bluetooth device(s).

Press [Add] to display <Add device>. Input the

device name and Bluetooth address and press
[OK]. Both should be 12 characters (numbers 0 to
9 and letters from A to F) in length.

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Press [Inquire] to inquire about Bluetooth devices

in the immediate vicinity of the MS and display
their device name and address in a list. Select a
device from this list and press [OK] to add to the
Link device list in step 3.

Press [Delete] to delete the selected device

name. Deleted device names cannot be retrieved.

• Select a device and press [Edit] in the second

page to update the device name and/or device
address.

5. Press [OK] to complete registration and return to

the screen in step 2.

PROCEDURE Displaying Bluetooth information for the MS

1. Select "Comms" in SETTINGS mode.

2. Press [Info] in the Bluetooth tab to display

information for the MS. Register the Bluetooth
address (BD ADDR) displayed here in the paired
device set as "Master".

& Bluetooth device address

This is a number unique to one particular Bluetooth device used to identify devices during
communication. This number consists of 12 characters (numbers 0 to 9 and letters from A to F).
Some devices may be referred to by their Bluetooth device address.

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8.2 Communication between the MS and Companion Device

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• Bluetooth communication causes MS battery power to be depleted at a rate higher than that for
normal operation.
• Check that the companion device (data collector, computer, cellular phone, or On-demand Remote
Control System etc.) is turned on and the relevant Bluetooth settings are complete.
• All communication settings will be changed to factory settings when a cold boot is performed.
Comms setup will need to be performed again.
C"8.1 Wireless Communication using Bluetooth Technology"

1. Complete the necessary MS settings for

Bluetooth communication.
C "8.1 Wireless Communication using
Bluetooth Technology"

2. Start communication
When MS is set as the "Master" device, the
[Connect] softkey is allocated to the fourth page
of Meas mode. When [Connect] is pressed the
MS searches for the device selected in "Link" and
a connection starts. When a connection has been
successfully established is displayed in the
status bar.
The establishing of a connection can also be
initiated by tapping in the status bar.
CStatus bar, communication status:
"5.2 Display Functions"

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•When MS is set as the "Slave" device, the
establishing of a connection can only be initiated/
canceled by the companion device set as "Master".

3. Press [Cancel] in the fourth page of Meas mode

to terminate the connection.
A connection can also be terminated by tapping

in the status bar.

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8.3 Connecting to USB devices

MS has two different USB ports. TOPCON Corporation cannot guarantee that all USB devices are
compatible with the MS USB ports.

USB port 1

USB port 2

Each port is used for connection to different types of devices.

Port name Device type

USB port 1 USB memory devices etc.
USB port 2 computers etc.

Connecting the MS to a computer to transfer data from Memory mode

1. Power OFF the MS. Connect the MS and

computer using the USB cable.
C "10. POWER ON/OFF"

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•The computer does not need to be turned off before connection.

2. Press { } while pressing {I}. "USB Mode"

will be displayed on the screen of the MS. After a
short period (approx. 1 minute) <Removable
disk> will be displayed on the computer screen.

3. The JOB data and observation data displayed in

<Removable disk> can be copied and/or
transferred to the computer.

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•The computer display may vary depending on
Windows settings.

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Follow the instructions below to ensure that the MS
continues to operate normally during USB transfer.
• Do not change the folder hierarchy or folder names
in <Removable Disk>.
• Do not format the removable disk.

4. Double-click in the computer task bar.

"Safely Remove Hardware" is displayed. Select
"USB Mass Storage Device" and press "Stop".
After confirming the subsequent prompt,
disconnect the USB cable from the computer and
MS.

5. Press { } while pressing {J}. The next time

the MS is powered ON, the Meas mode screen
will be displayed.

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• Do not disconnect the USB cable or turn off the MS or computer while files are being copied/
transferred.

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8.4 Connection via RS232C cable

PROCEDURE Basic cable settings

1. Connect the cable.

C Cables: "36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"

2. Select "Comms" in SETTINGS mode.

Set communication conditions in the Comms
setup tab.Set "Comms mode" to "RS232C".

3. Set options in the RS232C tab according to the

selection made in the Comms setup tab.
*: factory settings

Baud rate:
1200/2400/4800/9600*/19200/38400bps
Data bits: 7/8* bits
Parity: Not set*/Odd/Even
Stop bit: 1*/ 2 bits

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• Mount the battery in the instrument before performing this operation because the instrument will tilt
slightly if the battery is mounted after levelling.

9.1 Centering

PROCEDURE

1. Make sure the legs are spaced at equal

intervals and the head is approximately level.
Set the tripod so that the head is positioned over
the surveying point.
Make sure the tripod shoes are firmly fixed in the
ground.

2. Place the instrument on the tripod head.

Supporting it with one hand, tighten the centering
screw on the bottom of the unit to make sure it is
secured to the tripod.

Centering screw

3. Looking through the optical plummet eyepiece,

turn the optical plummet eyepiece to focus on Focussing on the survey point
the reticle.
Turn the optical plummet focusing ring to focus
on the surveying point.

Focussing on
the reticle

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9.2 Levelling

Instrument can be levelled using the screen.

C"Levelling on the screen"

PROCEDURE

1. Adjust the levelling foot screws to center the

surveying point in the optical plummet reticle.

2. Center the bubble in the circular level by either

shortening the tripod leg closest to the offcenter
Tripod legs
direction of the bubble or by lengthening the
adjustment
tripod leg farthest from the offcenter direction of
the bubble. Adjust one more tripod leg to center
the bubble.

Turn the levelling foot screws while checking the

circular level until the bubble is centered in the
center circle.

3. Turn the upper part of the instrument until the

plate level is parallel to a line between levelling
foot screws A and B.
Center the air bubble using levelling foot screws
A and B simultaneously.
The bubble moves towards a clockwise rotated
levelling foot screw.

4. Turn the upper part of the instrument though

90°.
The plate level is now perpendicular to a line
between levelling foot screws A and B.
Center the air bubble using levelling foot screw
C.

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5. Turn another 90° and check bubble position

Turn the upper part of the instrument a further
90° and check to see if the bubble is still in the
center of the plate level. If the bubble is off-
center, perform the following:
a.Turn levelling foot screws A and B equally in
opposite directions to remove half of the
bubble displacement.
b.Turn the upper part a further 90°, and use
levelling foot screw C to remove half of the
displacement in this direction.
Or adjust the plate level.
. C"32.1 Plate Level"

6. Turn the instrument and check to see if the air

bubble is in the center position in all directions.
If it is not, repeat the levelling procedure.

7. Loosen the centering screw slightly.

Looking through the optical plummet eyepiece,
slide the instrument over the tripod head until the
surveying point is exactly centered in the reticle.
Retighten the centering screw securely.

8. Check again to make sure the bubble in the

plate level is centered
If not, repeat the procedure starting from step 3.

PROCEDURE Levelling on the screen

1. Press { } to power on.

C "10. POWER ON/OFF"

2. Press {SETTINGS} to enter SETTINGS mode.

3. Select the Tilt tab to display the circular level on

the screen.
"z" indicates the bubble in circular level. The
range of the inside circle is ±2.5' and the range of
the outside circle is ±4.5'.

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4. Center "z" in the circular level.

C"9.2 Levelling" steps 1 to 2

5. Turn the instrument until the telescope is parallel

to a line between levelling foot screws A and B.

6. Set the tilt angle to 0° using foot screws A and B

for the X direction and levelling screw C for the Y
direction.

7. Press {ESC} to return to Meas mode.

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• Press [TLT-OFS] to enter <Tilt offset/Meas>.
C"32.3 Tilt Sensor"

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PROCEDURE Power ON

1. Press { }.
When the power is switched on, a self-check is run.
The Meas mode screen is displayed.

If "Out of range" is displayed, the instrument tilt

sensor is indicating that the instrument is out of level.
Level the instrument once again and the horizontal
and vertical angles will be displayed.

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• "Tilt crn." in "Obs. condition" should be set to "No" if the display is unsteady due to vibration or strong
wind.
C "30.1 Observation Conditions"

& Resume function

The Resume function redisplays the screen appearing before the instrument was powered OFF
when the instrument is powered back ON. All parameter settings are also saved. Even if
remaining battery power is completely depleted, this function will remain active for 1 minute,
after which it is canceled. Replace a depleted battery as soon as possible.

PROCEDURE Power OFF

Press { } while pressing {J}.

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• When there is almost no battery power remaining,
the battery mark in the status bar will start to blink.
In this event, stop measurement, switch off the
power and charge the battery or replace with a fully
charged battery.
• To save power, power to the MS is automatically
cut off if it is not operated for a fixed period of time.
This time period can be set in "Power off" in
<Inst.config.>.
C"30.2 Instrument Configuration"

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10.1 Configuring the Touch Panel

When using for the first time, or after performing a cold

boot, the screen for configuring the touch panel will be
displayed.

Follow the instructions on the screen. Tap the cross-

hairs at the center of the display with the stylus pen.
Tap 5 times. Press {I} to complete touch panel
configuration. Press {ESC} to retain previous settings.

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• Touch panel configuration can be performed at any time during normal operation by pressing [PNL
CAL] in <Inst.config.>.
C"30.2 Instrument Configuration"

10.2 Resolving Software Issues

If you are experiencing problems with the MS and suspect a fault in the program, you should try a
warm boot. If the problem is not resolved with a warm boot the next step is to perform a cold boot.
A warm boot will not erase surveying data in Memory mode and Program mode but will cancel the
resume function. Whenever possible transmit the data to a personal computer before rebooting.

PROCEDURE

1. Power OFF the instrument.

2. Press { } while pressing {I}.

The instrument is reset and powers ON as normal.

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• Pressing {PROGRAM} after performing a warm boot will automatically restore the program active
before the warm boot was performed.

& Cold boot

If the problem is not resolved with a warm boot the next step is to perform a cold boot. A cold
boot will not erase surveying data in Memory mode and Program mode but all the parameters
will be changed to the factory settings. If the data in the memory is necessary, BE SURE TO
TRANSFER IT TO A PERSONAL COMPUTER BEFORE PERFORMING A COLD BOOT.
To perform a cold boot, while holding {F3}, {F1}, and {BACKSPACE}, press { } .
The instrument is reset and powers ON as normal.
C "30.11 Restoring Default Settings"

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& Problems Powering OFF

When the instrument cannot be powered OFF as normal, depress the reset button with the tip
of the stylus pen. Then, power ON as normal.

•Pressing the Reset button may result in file and folder data being lost.

Reset button

10.3 Powering the MS ON/OFF from an External Instrument

The MS can be powered ON/OFF from an external device such as a computer or data collector.
Powering OFF from the paired Bluetooth device during Bluetooth communication is only possible
when the MS is set as the "Slave" device.
When the MS is powered OFF from a paired Bluetooth
device during Bluetooth communication, the screen
shown at right will be displayed.

Powering ON the MS from the paired Bluetooth device

or by pressing { } on the MS itself redisplays the
screen appearing before the instrument was powered
OFF.
Powering OFF the MS during Bluetooth
communication will cancel the Bluetooth connection. If
this screen is displayed continuously for 30 minutes,
power to the MS is automatically cut off.

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• The password must be input after powering ON the MS from an external device when a password
has been set.
C Remote PWR-On function: "30.2 Instrument Configuration"
Setting a password: "30.9 Changing Password"

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11. TARGET SIGHTING
A target can be automatically sighted using the Auto Pointing function or manually sighted by the
operator using the peep sight and telescope. When Auto Pointing is performed, the MS determines
the direction in which the light beam reflected from the target (prism, SMR (only for MS05AX with SMR
functionality) or reflective sheet target) has returned and automatically rotates the telescope to align
the collimation axis of the MS with the center of this target.

C Caution
• The instrument emits a laser beam until the center of the prism is sighted.

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• Auto Pointing can only be performed when a prism, sheet or SMR (only for MS05AX with SMR
functionality) is used as the target. For reflectorless measurement, the target must be sighted
manually.
• Use SOKKIA reflective prisms/reflective sheets for higher precision measurement. Use an SMR
commercially available for laser tracker systems with an aperture of 38mm (1.5 inch). Make sure
reflector type and aperture/sheet size are set correctly in <EDM configurations>.
• Auto Pointing cannot be performed if the prism is located at the zenith. In this case, manually sight
the target.
C"11.3 Manually Sighting the Target"
• If more than one prism is located in the field of sight during Auto Pointing, an operation error will
occur and the MS will not be able to find the target.
• A prism beyond glass cannot be searched because a measurement error occurs.
• If an obstacle blocks the laser beam path between the MS and the prism, MS cannot find the target
correctly.
• If strong light shines directly into the objective lens, measurement cannot be performed correctly.
• Position the prism in alignment with the objective lens. A prism with a prism constant of -40mm can
eliminate the error caused by tilted prism.
・ The following table suggests what size target to use for different distances when performing Auto
Pointing with a reflective sheet target.
Distance Target size
3 to 10m RS10 (10mm)
3 to 20m RS20 (20mm)
5 to 30m RS30 (30mm)
5 to 50m RS50 (50mm)

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11.1 Auto Pointing Settings

1. Select "Motor" in <Configuration>.

Set Auto Pointing functions in the Configuration
tab.
Set "A.T. Setting" to "Search".

Settings and Options

(*: factory settings)

(1) Accu. search &

Fine*/Rapid*
(2) Centering mode
Advanced/Standard*
(3) A.T. Setting
None/Search*/Track
(4) Srch method &
G.S.*/R.C.
(5) Accu.rotate
5"*/10"/20"/30"/60"

& Accu. search

Set to "Fine" for greater accuracy during Auto Pointing. Make sure that the prism is securely
mounted on a tripod etc.
Set to "Rapid" when supporting the pole by hand.
When "Fine" is set the MS checks that the prism position is stable, then searches for the prism
direction. Once the MS confirms that the prism is sighted at the approximate center of the field-
of-view, Auto Pointing is complete. Although this setting provides greater accuracy, when
supporting the pole by hand, hand movements will result in Auto Pointing taking too long to
complete and a "Time out" error will occur.
When "Rapid" is set however, Auto Pointing can be performed even with slight instability of
prism position or minor shifts of target position in the field-of-view. The MS will use the data
obtained to determine the direction of the target.
Auto Pointing performed using the "Rapid" setting can be completed in a much quicker time than
the "Fine" setting.
"Fine" is recommended when a high level of measurement accuracy is needed.

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& Centering mode

This setting refers to internal operation of the Auto Pointing function.
The "Advanced" setting executes Auto Pointing with an emphasis on stability in the movement
of the telescope. As a result, Auto Pointing takes longer to complete but sighting accuracy is
improved. The "Standard" setting enables Auto Pointing at a comparatively faster speed than
"Advanced".

& Srch method

Always set to "G.S.".
When set to "G.S." the MS will search for the target in the area specified in the Search area tab.
When set to "R.C.", the MS will wait for a Turning command to be issued from the RC-Controller
before starting Auto Pointing. Such commands can only be received when using instruments
incorporating either the RC-TS3 or RC-TS3A handle.

& Search operation during Auto Pointing

When the target enters the field-of-view within the set time limit for Auto Pointing completion,
the MS stops moving and the offset between the target and telescope reticle is added to the
angle measurement value obtained from the encoder and compensated using image processing
calculation. Although this compensation reduces measurement time and increases search
accuracy, there is a possibility that the target and telescope reticle appear to be misaligned.
Compensated values are displayed in blue.
If the MS is rotated (manually or using the jog dials) more than 10", compensation will be
canceled, the angle reverts to that obtained from the encoder, and the angle values are once
again displayed in black. Compensation is automatically performed when performing Auto
Tracking. Terminating Auto Tracking or powering OFF the MS will cancel the compensation
function.

& Accu. rotate

This option allows the user to set a tolerance range for setting accuracy (after rotation to a
specified angle). For example, when this option is set to 30" and [TURN], [H.ANG], or [ROTATE]
is pressed, the MS will stop rotation within 30" of the specified rotation angle.

2. Set the area in which to perform target sighting in

the Search area tab. Drag the box to specify the
desired or area or input vertical and horizontal
angle values.
Angle values can only be specified in 1°30’ steps
(e.g. 1°30’, 3°00’, 4°30’ etc.). Input values not
conforming to this format will be automatically
rounded up.

3. Press [OK].

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4. Set the Jog dial turning speed for vertical and

horizontal rotation of the telescope. The "Shift"
point signifies the dial turning speed at which
telescope rotation switches from the Lo speed
setting to the Hi speed setting.The higher the
"Shift" point setting, the faster the jog dial turning
speed needed to activate the Hi speed setting.

Settings and Options

(*: factory settings)
(1) Lo
1 to 4 (1*) (steps. 4 is fastest)
(2) Hi
1 to 7 (4*) (steps. 7 is fastest)
(3) Shift point
1 to 6 (2*) (steps)

Press [INIT] to return JOG Setting tab settings

only to their factory settings.

11.2 Auto-Pointing Function for Target Sighting

PROCEDURE

1. Use the peep sight to aim the objective lens in the

general direction of the target. The vertical and
horizontal Jog dials can be used for precise
adjustments of the instrument and telescope
C JOG Setting tab: "11.1 Auto Pointing
Settings" step 4.

2. Press [SRCH] in any Meas mode screen. The

telescope and top half of the instrument rotate
and target auto-search begins. When the target is
found, the instrument sights the center of the
prism and stops.
C Allocating the [SRCH] softkey:
"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

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• When "Search" is selected in "A.T. Setting" in the "Configuration" tab of <Motor configuration> the
function of the following softkeys will change depending on the option selected in "Srch. method".
CMotor settings: "11.1 Auto Pointing Settings"
•"Turning" operation: The MS locates the On-demand Remote Control System RC-Controller by
detecting the laser beam output by the RC-Controller, then starts Auto Pointing.

"Motor" When "Search" set in "A.T. Setting"

setting When "None" set in
"Srch method" is G.S. "A.T. Setting"
"Srch method" is R.C.
(Global Search)
[SRCH] Performs Auto Pointing
[DIST] Performs Turning Performs Auto Pointing Performs angle and
operation then angle/ then angle/distance distance measurement
distance measurement measurement
[RC] Rotates directly in the direction of the RC-Controller then performs Auto
Pointing
[<-RC] Rotates in a counterclockwise direction (from the point of view of the RC-
Controller) then performs Auto Pointing
[RC->] Rotates in a clockwise direction (from the point of view of the RC-Controller)
then performs Auto Pointing
[RC Cont] Nullifes the current measurement position then continues Turning operation
[AT On] Performs Turning Performs Auto Pointing Performs Auto Tracking
operation then Auto then Auto Tracking *1
Tracking

*1: Pressing [AT On] when A.T. Setting is set to "None" will result in one of the following operations
being performed.
When "R.C." selected: Performs Turning operation then Auto Tracking
When G.S." selected: Performs Auto Pointing then Auto Tracking

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11.3 Manually Sighting the Target

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• When sighting the target, strong light shining directly into the objective lens may cause the
instrument to malfunction. Protect the objective lens from direct light by attaching the lens hood.

PROCEDURE

1. Look through the telescope eyepiece at a bright and

featureless background.
Turn the eyepiece clockwise, then counterclockwise
little by little until just before the reticle image becomes
focussed.
Using these procedures, frequent reticle refocussing is
not necessary, since your eye is focussed at infinity.

2. Use the peep sight to bring the target into the field of
view. Turn the vertical and horizontal Jog dials for fine
sighting adjustments.

3. Turn the telescope focussing ring to focus on the

target.
Turn the vertical and horizontal fine motion screws to
align the target with the reticle.
The last adjustment of each fine motion screw should
be in the clockwise direction.

4. Readjust the focus until there is no parallax

Readjust the focus with the focussing ring until there is
no parallax between the target image and the reticle.

& Eliminating parallax

This is the relative displacement of the target image with respect to the reticle when the
observer's head is moved slightly before the eyepiece.
Parallax will introduce reading errors and must be removed before observations are taken.
Parallax can be removed by refocussing the reticle.

& Greater accuracy when sighting manually

For greater accuracy when sighting manually, set "A.T. Setting" in the "Configuration" tab of
<Motor configuration> to "None" then automatically rotate the telescope to a specified angle.
When the target is in the field-of-view, use the Jog dials to make fine adjustments and accurately
sight the center of the prism.
C"11.3 Manually Sighting the Target"

It is recommended that a slow Jog dial turning speed is used for greater stability when
performing fine adjustments.

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12. MEASUREMENT WITH AUTO TRACKING
With the Auto Tracking function, the MS searches for and sights the target. The MS will then following
that target as it is moved from measurement point to measurement point.

C Caution
• The instrument emits a laser beam during Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking operation.

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• Auto Pointing model does not support Auto Tracking.
• Auto Tracking can only be performed when a prism or SMR (only for MS05AX with SMR
functionality) is used as the target. Auto Tracking is not possible with reflective sheet and
reflectorless measurement. In this chapter, "prism" means prism and SMR.
• Use SOKKIA reflective prisms for higher precision measurement. Use an SMR commercially
available for laser tracker systems with an aperture of 38mm (1.5 inch).
• If more than one prism is located in the field of sight during Auto Tracking, an operation error will
occur and the MS will not be able to find the target.
• The MS cannot perform Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking when there is glass between the MS and the
prism. A measurement error will occur.
• If an obstacle blocks the laser beam path between the MS and the prism, MS cannot find the target
correctly.

12.1 Auto Tracking Settings

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Motor" in <Configuration>.

Select the Configuration tab.
Set "A.T. Setting" to "Track".

C Configuration tab: "11.1 Auto Pointing Settings"

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2. Set the area in which to perform target sighting in

the Search area tab. Drag the box to specify the
desired or area or input vertical and horizontal
angle values.
Angle values can only be specified in 1°30’ steps
(e.g. 1°30’, 3°00’, 4°30’ etc.). Input values not
conforming to this format will be automatically
rounded up.

3. When necessary, set the Jog dial turning speed

for vertical and horizontal rotation of the
telescope.

C JOG Setting tab: "11.1 Auto Pointing

Settings" step 4

Press [INIT] to return JOG Setting tab settings only

to their factory settings.

4. Set "Forecast time" and "Target lost"

C"Forecast time", "Target lost": & Lost Prism

Settings and Options

(*: factory settings)
(1) Forecast time
1 sec./2 sec.*/3 sec./4 sec./5 sec.
(2) Target lost
Prism wait*/Search

5. Press [OK].

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12.2 Measurement with Auto Tracking

PROCEDURE

1. Use the peep sight to aim the objective lens in the

general direction of the target. (The vertical and
horizontal Jog dials can be used for precise
adjustments of the instrument and telescope.)
C JOG Setting tab: "11.1 Auto Pointing Settings"
step 4

2. Select [DIST], [RC Cont], or [SRCH] in any Meas

mode screen. The telescope and top half of the
instrument rotate and target auto-search begins.
When the target is found, the target is aligned in
the field-of-view and Auto Tracking starts.
C Allocating softkeys: "30.6 Allocating Key
Functions"

3. Press [AT Off] in a Meas mode screen to stop

Auto Tracking.

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• When [STOP] is pressed, distance measurement will stop but Auto Tracking will remain active.

& Lost Prism

In the event that an obstacle prevents the MS sighting the target during Auto Tracking, the
instrument will predict the direction in which the target will travel and continue Auto Tracking
based on this prediction for the time period set in "Forecast time". If the MS re-acquires the
target in this predicted direction, Auto Tracking continues without change. If the target is not re-
acquired however, the target is considered "lost" ("Target lost" status) and the MS enters either
"Prism wait" or "Search" mode. When "Prism wait" has been selected in "Target lost" and the
target enters the field of view or a Turning command is received from the RC-Controller within
60 seconds, the MS will search for the target, then resume Auto Tracking. If the target is not re-
acquired within 60 seconds, sighting terminates.
Start Auto Tracking procedure again from step 1.
C"Forecast time" (duration of search in predicted direction) and "Target lost" operation:
"12.1 Auto Tracking Settings" step 4

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Auto Tracking

Obstacle

Auto Tracking continues in predicted Target found

direction (1 to 5 sec.)
Target
Target found not found

Global Search "Target lost"

"Search"
Target selected "Prism wait" selected
not found

"Prism wait"
Target found
Target
not found
Sighting terminates
(Auto Tracking idle)

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• When "Track" is selected in "A.T. Setting" in the "Configuration" tab of <Motor configuration>, the
function of the following softkeys will change depending on the option selected in "Srch. method"
and Auto Tracking will be added.
CMotor settings, "Forecast time" and "Target lost" operation: "12.1 Auto Tracking Settings"

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& Turning operation

The MS locates the On-demand Remote Control System RC-Controller by detecting the laser
beam output by the RC-Controller, then starts Auto Pointing.

"Motor" When "Track" set in "A.T. Setting"

setting When "None" set in
"Srch method" is G.S.
"Srch method" is R.C. "A.T. Setting"
(Global Search)
[SRCH] Performs Auto Pointing then Auto Tracking Performs Auto Pointing
[DIST] Performs Turning Performs Auto Pointing Performs angle and
operation then distance then distance distance measurement
measurement/Auto measurement/Auto
Tracking Tracking
[RC] Rotates directly in the direction of the RC-Controller Rotates in the direction
then performs Auto Pointing specified by the RC-
Controller then performs
Auto Pointing
[<-RC] Rotates in a counterclockwise direction (from the Rotates in a
point of view of the RC-Controller) then performs counterclockwise
Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking direction (from the point
of view of the RC-
Controller) then performs
Auto Pointing
[RC->] Rotates in a clockwise direction (from the point of Rotates in a clockwise
view of the RC-Controller) then performs Auto direction (from the point
Pointing/Auto Tracking of view of the RC-
Controller) then performs
Auto Pointing
[RC Cont] Nullifes the current measurement position then Nullifes the current
continues Turning operation/Auto Tracking measurement position
then continues Turning
operation
[AT On] Performs Turning Performs Auto Pointing Performs Auto Tracking
operation then Auto then Auto Tracking *1
Tracking

*1: Pressing [AT On] when A.T. Setting is set to "None" will result in one of the following operations
being performed.
When "R.C." selected: Performs Turning operation then Auto Tracking
When G.S." selected: Performs Auto Pointing then Auto Tracking

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This section explains the procedures for basic angle measurement.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

13.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points

(Horizontal Angle 0°)

Use the "0SET" function to measure the included angle between two points. The horizontal angle can
be set to 0 at any direction.

PROCEDURE

1. Sight the first target as at right.

C"11. TARGET SIGHTING"

2. In the first page of Meas mode, press [0SET].

[0SET] will flash, so press [0SET] again.
The horizontal angle at the first target becomes 0°.

3. Sight the second target.

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The displayed horizontal angle (HAR) is the

included angle between two points.

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13.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value

(Horizontal Angle Hold)

You can reset the horizontal angle to a required value and use this value to find the horizontal angle
of a new target.

PROCEDURE

1. Sight the first target.

2. In the second page of Meas mode, press

[H.ANG]. <Set H angle> is displayed.

3. Enter the angle you wish to set, then press [OK]. Current angle
The value that is input as the horizontal angle is
displayed.

• The same setting can also be performed with

coordinate and azimuth input.
• Press [REC] to store the backsight station data
in the current JOB. Input point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

4. Press [OK] to confirm the input value and display

the new horizontal angle.

5. Sight the second target.

The horizontal angle from the second target to the
value set as the horizontal angle is displayed.

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• Pressing [HOLD] performs the same function as above.
• Press [HOLD] to set the displayed horizontal angle. Then, set the angle that is in hold status to the
direction you require.
CAllocating [HOLD]: "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

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13.3 Turning the Instrument from the Reference Angle to a

Specified Angle

The MS automatically turns from the reference direction to the specified angle (target).

• MS also turns to the target coordinates when reference angle is omitted.

G
• Rotation may not be completed correctly when specifying an angle near the zenith or nadir if "Tilt
crn." or "Coll. crn" is set to "Yes" in "Obs.condition".

PROCEDURE

1. Sight the point you will use as the reference angle

and set it as the reference angle.
Sight the reference point and press [0SET], or
input the reference point angle.
C"13.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle
between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°)"/
"13.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a
Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)"

2. Press {SETTINGS} to switch to SETTINGS

mode.

3. Enter the vertical and horizontal angles in the

Motor tab.

• Pressing [READ] in the second page

displays recorded coordinates data in
Memory mode. This data can be recalled and
used for settings.
C"16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"

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4. After confirming the angle, press [ROTATE]. The

MS moves to the point (target) entered in step 3.

13.4 Angle Measurement and Outputting the Data

The following explains angle measurement and the features used to output measurement results to a
computer or other external devices.
C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES", Cables: "36. Optional Accessories",
Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the "SDR Electronic Field Book" and
Command Explanations manuals
For details, ask your local dealer.

PROCEDURE

1. Connect MS and external device.

2. Sight the target point.

3. Press [HV out] in Meas mode to output target

measurement results to the external device.

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Perform the following settings as preparation for distance measurement in Basic mode.
• Distance measurement mode
• Target type
• Prism constant correction value
• Search area
• Auto Pointing/Auto Tracking
C"11.1 Auto Pointing Settings", "12.1 Auto Tracking Settings", "30.3 EDM Settings"
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

C Caution
• When using the laser-pointer function or Light function be sure to turn OFF the output laser/LED
after distance measurement is completed. Even if distance measurement is canceled, these
functions are still operating and the laser/LED beam continues to be emitted.

G
• Make sure that the target setting on the instrument matches the type of target used. MS
automatically adjusts the intensity of the laser beam and switches the distance measurement
display range to match the type of target used. If the target does not correspond to the target
settings, accurate measurement results cannot be obtained.
• Accurate measurement results cannot be obtained if the objective lens is dirty. Dust it off with the
lens brush first, to remove minute particles. Then, after providing a little condensation by breathing
on the lens, wipe it off with the wiping cloth.
• During reflectorless measurement, if an object with a high reflective factor (metal or white surface)
is positioned between the MS and the target, accurate measurement results may not be received.
• Scintillation may affect the accuracy of distance of measurement results. Should this occur, repeat
measurement several times and use the averaged value of the obtained results.

14.1 Returned Signal Checking

Check to make sure that sufficient reflected light is returned by the target sighted by the telescope.
Checking the returned signal is particularly useful when performing long distance measurements.

C Caution
• The laser beam is emitted during returned signal checking.

G
• Manually sight the target when checking the returned signal.
• When the light intensity is sufficient even though the center of the reflective prism and the reticle
are slightly misaligned (short distance etc.), "I" will be displayed in some cases, but in fact,
accurate measurement is impossible. Therefore make sure that the target center is sighted
correctly.

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PROCEDURE

1. Accurately sight the target manually.

C"11.3 Manually Sighting the Target"

2. Press {SETTINGS} to switch to SETTINGS mode

and select the Aiming tab or press [AIM] in Meas
mode.
CAllocating [AIM]: "30.6 Allocating Key
Functions"

When [AIM] is pressed, a gauge indicating light

intensity is displayed.

• The more displayed, the greater the

quantity of reflected light.
• If "I" is displayed, only enough light for the
measurement is returned.
• When "I" is not displayed, accurately resight
the target.
[BEEP]/[OFF]: Sets a buzzer sound when
measurement is possible. Press to switch on
and off.
[DIST]: Returns to Meas mode and starts angle
and distance measurement regardless of "A.T.
Setting" setting. This softkey is not displayed
when the returned signal checking function is
accessed from Program mode.

3. Press [OFF] to finish signal checking.

Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right
corner to return to the previous screen.

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• When is displayed persistently, but "I" is not, contact your local dealer.
• If no key operations are performed for two minutes, the display automatically returns to the previous
screen.

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14.2 Distance and Angle Measurement

An angle can be measured at the same time as distance.

• The search range can be set.

C"11.1 Auto Pointing Settings"

CCaution
• The laser beam is emitted during Auto Pointing and Auto Tracking.

PROCEDURE

1. Face the MS in the direction of the target

Use the peep sight to aim the MS and telescope
toward the target.
C"11. TARGET SIGHTING"

2. Start measurement.
Press [DIST] in the first page of Meas mode to
start measurement.

The measured distance data (S), vertical angle

(ZA), and horizontal angle (HAR) are displayed.

3. Press [STOP] to quit distance measurement.

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• If the single measurement mode is selected, measurement automatically stops after a single
measurement.

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• During fine average measurement, the distance data is displayed as S1, S2,... to S9. When the
designated number of measurements has been completed, the average value of the distance is
displayed in the "SA" line.
• The distance and angle that are most recently measured remain stored in the memory until the
power is off and can be displayed at any time by pressing [RCL].
C Allocating [RCL]: "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

14.3 Distance Measurement and Outputting the Data

The following explains distance measurement and the features used to output measurement data to
a computer or external devices.
C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES", Communication cables: "36. OPTIONAL
ACCESSORIES"
Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the "SDR Electronic Field Book" and
Command Explanations manuals
For details, ask your local dealer.

PROCEDURE

1. Connect MS and external device.

2. Sight the target point.

3. Press [HVD out] in Meas mode to start distance

measurement. Target measurement results are
output to the external device.
C Allocating [HVD out]: "30.6 Allocating Key
Functions"

4. Press [STOP] to finish data output and return to

the Meas mode.

14.4 REM Measurement

An REM measurement is a function used to measure the height to a point where a target cannot be
directly installed such as power lines, overhead cables and bridges, etc.
The height of the target is calculated using the following formula.

Ht = h1 + h2
h2 = S sin z1 x cot z2 - S cos z1

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Zenith
Zenith

• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

PROCEDURE

1. Set the target directly under or directly over the

object and measure the target height with a tape
measure etc.

Press [HT] and enter the target height.

2. Select "REM" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu>.

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3. Sight the target and press [DIST] to start

measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the
measurement.

The measured distance data, vertical angle and

horizontal angle are displayed.

4. Sight the object, then press [REM] to start REM

measurement. The height from the ground to the
object is displayed in "Ht.". Press [STOP] to stop
the measurement.

• To re-observe the target, sight the target then

press [DIST].
• To continue REM measurement, press [REM].

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• When measurement data already exists, select [REM] in <Menu> as in step 2 to proceed to step
4 and start REM measurement. Press [STOP] to stop the measurement.

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It is possible to find angle and distance to the target based on station point coordinates, instrument
height, target height, and azimuth angles of the backsight station which are entered in advance.
Measurement can be continuously performed and recorded.
Target Point
T1 (Backsight)

T2
R1
R2

Instrument R3
Station T3
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data

Before performing topography measurement, enter instrument station coordinates and instrument
height.

PROCEDURE

1. First measure the instrument height with a tape

measure, etc.

2. Select "Topography" in the "SURV" tab of

<Menu>.

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3. Select "Station setup" in <Topography> and enter

instrument station coordinates, point number,
instrument height and code.

• Press [READ] to read in coordinate data

registered in Memory mode.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"

4. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Set H angle>

is displayed.

• When [REC] is pressed, instrument station data

is stored in the current JOB and the input values
are set.

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15.2 Azimuth Angle Setting

Based on the instrument station coordinates and backsight station coordinates already been set, the
azimuth angle of the backsight station is calculated.

PROCEDURE Entering coordinates

1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Topography>. <Set

H angle> is displayed.

• <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the

screen in step 4 of "15.1 Entering Instrument
Station Data".

2. Select the Key in coord tab and enter the

backsight station coordinates.

• [READ]: Reads in coordinate data registered in

Memory mode.
• [SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the
MS in the direction of the backsight.
• [Azimuth]: Switches horizontal angle setting
method.
C&Horizontal angle settings

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• Sight the backsight station and press [DIST].

Press [STOP] to display the distance calculated
from coordinates, the measured distance, and
the difference between the two. Press [YES] to
set the azimuth angle and return to
<Topography>. Press [REC] to store the
backsight station data in the current JOB. Input
point number, target height and code, then press
[OK].

3. Press [OK] to set the azimuth angle.

<Topography> is displayed.

PROCEDURE Entering angle

1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Topography>. <Set

H angle> is displayed.

. <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the

screen in step 4 of "15.1 Entering Instrument
Station Data".

2. Select the Key in angle tab and enter the desired

angle in "H.ang".

• Press [REC] to store the backsight station data

in the current JOB. Input point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

3. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Topography>

is displayed.

PROCEDURE Entering azimuth

1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Topography>. <Set

H angle> is displayed.

• <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the

screen in step 4 of "15.1 Entering Instrument
Station Data".

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2. Select the Key in azimuth tab and enter the

desired angle in "Azimuth".

• [Azimuth]: Switches horizontal angle setting

method.
C &Horizontal angle settings
• Press [REC] to store the backsight station data
in the current JOB. Input point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

3. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Topography>

is displayed.

& Horizontal angle settings

Azimuth (set both horizontal and azimuth angles
to the same value)/H.ANG (input both horizontal and azimuth angles)/None (input azimuth angle
only)/0 SET (horizontal angle set to 0°)

15.3 Topography Measurement

The angle and distance to a target can be found by measuring the target based on the settings of the
instrument station and backsight station.

PROCEDURE

1. Sight the target at the target point.

2. Select "Topography" in <Topography>.

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Press [DIST] to start measurement. Press [STOP]

to stop the measurement. The measurement
results are displayed. Select the Graphic tab to
display measurement results on a graph.

• When recording data in the current JOB, input

point number, target height, and code, then
press [REC].
• Press [AUTO] to perform coordinate
measurement and automatically record the
results. [AUTO] is convenient for recording
measurement data when point number, code,
and target height are not set.
• Press [A-OFS]/[D-OFS] on the second page to
perform angle/distance offset measurement.
C "20. Offset Measurement"

3. Sight the next target and press [DIST] to begin

measurement. Continue until all targets have
been measured.

4. When topography measurement is completed,

press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right
corner to return to <Topography>.

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• If the same point number is input, the following screen is displayed. Recording instrument station
data and backsight station data is an exception.

Press [ADD] to record the point as another record with the same name.
Press [NO] to input a new name.

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By performing coordinate measurements it is possible to find the 3-dimensional coordinates of the
target based on station point coordinates, instrument height, target height, and azimuth angles of the
backsight station which are entered in advance.

• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

16.1 Entering Instrument Station Data

Before performing coordinate measurement, enter instrument station coordinates and instrument
height.

PROCEDURE

1. First measure the instrument height with a tape

measure, etc.

2. Select "Coord." in the "SURV" tab of <Menu>.

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3. Select "Station setup" and enter instrument

station coordinates, point number, instrument
height and code.

• Press [READ] to read in coordinate data

registered in Memory mode.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate
data from Memory mode"

4. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Set H angle>

is displayed again.

•When [REC] is pressed, instrument station data

is stored in the current JOB and the input values
are set.

16.2 Azimuth Angle Setting

Based on the instrument station coordinates and backsight station coordinates which have already
been set, the azimuth angle of the backsight station is calculated.

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PROCEDURE Entering coordinates

1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set

H angle> is displayed.

• <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the

screen in step 4 of "16.1 Entering Instrument
Station Data".

2. Select the Key in coord tab and enter the

backsight station coordinates.

• [READ]: Reads in coordinate data registered in

Program mode.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"
• [SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the
MS in the direction of the backsight.
• [Azimuth]: Switches horizontal angle setting
method.
C &Horizontal angle settings
• Sight the backsight station and press [DIST].
Press [STOP] to display the distance calculated
from coordinates, the measured distance, and
the difference between the two. Press [YES] to
set the azimuth angle and display <Coord.
measurement>.Press [REC] to store the
backsight station data in the current JOB. Input
point number, target height and code, then press
[OK].

3. Press [OK] to set the azimuth angle. <Coord.

measurement> is displayed.

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PROCEDURE Entering angle

1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set

H angle> is displayed.

. <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the

screen in step 4 of "16.1 Entering Instrument
Station Data".

2. Select the Key in angle tab and enter the desired

angle in "H.ang".

• [SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the

MS in the direction of the backsight.

3. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Coord.

measurement> is displayed.

•Press [REC] to store the backsight station data in

the current JOB. Input point number, target
height and code, then press [OK]. <Coord.
measurement> is displayed.

PROCEDURE Entering azimuth

1. Select "Backsight setup" in <Coordinate>. <Set

H angle> is displayed.

. <Set H angle> can also be displayed from the

screen in step 4 of "16.1 Entering Instrument
Station Data".

2. Select the Key in azimuth tab and enter the

desired angle in "Azimuth".

• [SRCH]: Performs Auto Pointing. Rotates the

MS in the direction of the backsight.
• [Azimuth]: Switches horizontal angle setting
method.
C "&Horizontal angle settings"

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3. Press [OK] to set the input values. <Coord.

measurement> is displayed.

• Press [REC] to store the backsight station data

in the current JOB. Input point number, target
height and code, then press [OK]. <Coord.
measurement> is displayed.

& Horizontal angle settings

Azimuth (set both horizontal and azimuth angles to the same value)/H.ANG (input both
horizontal and azimuth angles)/None (input azimuth angle only)/0 SET (horizontal angle set to
0°)

16.3 3-D Coordinate Measurement

The coordinate values of the target can be found by measuring the target based on the settings of the
instrument station and backsight station.

The coordinate values of the target are calculated using the following formulae.
N1 Coordinate = N0 + S x sinZ x cosAz
E1 Coordinate = E0 + S x sinZ x sinAz
Z1 Coordinate = Z0 + S x cosZ + ih - fh

N0: Station point N coordinate S: Slope distance ih: Instrument height

E0: Station point E coordinate Z: Zenith angle fh: Target height
Z0: Station point Z coordinate Az: Direction angle

"Null" coordinates will not be included in calculations. "Null" is not the same as zero.

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PROCEDURE

1. Sight the target at the target point.

C "11. TARGET SIGHTING"

2. Select "Coord." in <Coordinate>.

Press [DIST] to start measurement. Press [STOP]

to stop the measurement. The coordinates of the
target point are displayed. Select the Graphic tab
to display coordinates on a graph.

• When recording data in the current JOB, input

point number, target height, and code, then
press [REC].
• Press [AUTO] to perform coordinate
measurement and automatically record the
results. [AUTO] is convenient for recording
measurement data when not setting point
number, code, and target height.
• Press [A-OFS]/[D-OFS] on the second page to
perform angle/distance offset measurement.
C "20. OFFSET MEASUREMENT"

3. Sight the next target and press [DIST] to begin

measurement. Continue until all targets have
been measured.

4. When coordinate measurement is completed,

press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right
corner to return to <Coordinate>.

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16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data from Memory mode

16.4.1 Selecting points from registered coordinates

When [READ] is pressed, coordinate data stored in the current JOB and the coordinate search JOB
is recalled and displayed in <Coord reference>. The points thus displayed can then be selected as
points for the current operation. The List and Graphic tabs are linked so that when a particular point is
selected in one tab, the same point is automatically selected in the other tab.

Details of the selected data Scale bar

The screen contains the following softkeys:

[Line]/[Page]: Switch the operation of {O}/{G} from page scroll to point scroll.
[TOP]: Select the first point in the list.
[LAST]: Select the last point in the list.
[SRCH]: Search for point number.
[CNFG] (on the second page):
Change the display setting.
[DEF.] (on the second page):
Return to the default display format.

16.4.2 Searching for a point

1. Press [SRCH] in <Coord reference>.

2. Enter a point number and press [OK] or {I} to

start the search. Up to 14 characters can be input.
Any existing point with a matching number will be
displayed at the bottom of the list.

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16.4.3 Configuration

1. Press [CNFG] on the second page of <Coord reference> to change the display setting.

2. Change the settings.

JOB data and Coord JOB:

Displayed JOB can be selected.
Settings:
Orientation of the display can be selected from
telescope direction, north or south.
Center:
Center point for the display can be selected from
instrument station or target point.
Pt.name:
Switch point name display on/off.

3. Press [OK] to confirm the settings.

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Resection is used to determine the coordinates of an instrument station by performing multiple
measurements of points whose coordinate values are known. Registered coordinate data can be
recalled and set as known point data. Residual of each point can be checked, if necessary
Entry Output
Coordinates of
: (Ni, Ei, Zi) Station point coordinates : (N0,E0, Z0)
known point
Observed
: Hi
horizontal angle
Observed vertical
: Vi
angle
Observed distance : Di

• Between 2 and 10 known points can be measured by distance measurement, and between 3 and
10 known points by angle measurement.
• The more known points there are and the more points there are whose distance can be measured,
the higher the precision of the coordinate value calculation.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

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17.1 Coordinate Resection Measurement

N, E, Z of an instrument station is determined by the measurement.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Resection" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "NEZ" to display <Resection/Known

point>.

3. Input the known point.

After setting the coordinates and target height for
the first known point press [NEXT] to move to the
second point.
• Press [READ] to read in registered coordinate
data registered in Memory mode.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"
• Press [PREV] to return to settings for the
previous point.
• When recording known point data in the current
JOB, press [REC] on the second page.
When all required known points have been set,
press [OK].

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4. Sight the first known point and press [DIST] to

begin measurement.
The measurement results are displayed on the
screen.
• When [ANGLE] has been selected, the distance
cannot be displayed.

5. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of

the first known point.

• You can also input target height here.

• Press [NO] to return to the screen in step 4 and
perform measurement again.

6. Repeat procedures 4 to 5 in the same way from

subsequent points.
When the minimum quantity of observation data
required for the calculation is present, [CALC] is
displayed.

[AUTO] will be displayed for the 3rd point onwards

for Auto Tracking models. Pressing [AUTO] will
rotate the instrument to the next point and start
auto measurement.

• Press [STOP] during auto measurement to

display a confirmation message. Press [YES] in
this message to return to the first point measured
using auto measurement. Measurement can
now be continued manually. Press [NO] to
continue measurement manually from the
current position.

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7. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start

calculations after observations of all known points
are completed.
• Instrument station coordinates, station elevation,
and standard deviation, which describes the
measurement accuracy, are displayed.
• These values are displayed automatically after
observation is complete when performing auto
measurement.
• When recording instrument station data in the
current JOB, press [REC].

Standard deviation for the northing, easting and

elevation coordinates of each point are displayed
in the Detail tab.

8. If there are problems with the results of a point,

align the cursor with that point and press [BAD].
"BAD" is displayed to the right of the point.
Repeat for all results that include problems.

9. Press [RE CALC] to perform calculation again

without the point designated in step 8. The result
is displayed.
If there are no problems with the result, go to step
10.
If problems with the result occur again, perform
the resection measurement from step 4.

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• Press [RE OBS] to measure the point

designated in step 8.
If no points are designated in step 8, all the
points or only the final point can be observed
again.
• Auto measurement is possible from the 1st point
when performing re-observation.
• Press [ADD] when there is a known point that
has not been measured or when a new known
point is added.

10. Press [OK] in <Resection/result> to display

<Resection/Set h angle>.

11. Select an angle mode and press [YES] to set the

azimuth angle of the first known point as the
backsight point and return to <Resection/Menu>.

12. Press [NO] to return to <Resection/Menu>

without setting the azimuth angle.

& Horizontal angle settings

H=Az (set horizontal angle to the same value as azimuth angle)/Az (set azimuth angle only)/H (set
horizontal angle to measured value)

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• It is also possible to perform resection measurement by pressing [RESEC] when allocated to the
Meas mode screen.
CAllocating [RESEC]: "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

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17.2 Height Resection Measurement

Only Z (height) of an instrument station is determined by the measurement.

• Known points must be measured by distance measurement only.

• Between 1 and 10 known points can be measured.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Resection" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Elevation" to display <Resection/Known

point>.

3. Input the known point.

After setting the elevation and target height for for
the first known point press [NEXT] to move to the
second point.
• Press [READ] to read in data registered in
Memory mode.
C"16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"
• Press [PREV] to return to settings for the
previous point.
• When reading known point data in the current
JOB, press [REC] on the second page.
When all required known points have been set,
press [OK].

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4. Sight the first known point and press [DIST] to

begin measurement.
The measurement results are displayed on the
screen.

5. If measuring two or more known points, repeat

procedure 4 in the same way from the second
point.

6. Press [CALC] or [YES] to automatically start

calculations after observations of all known points
are completed.
• Instrument station elevation and standard
deviation, which describes the measurement
accuracy, are displayed in the Result tab.
• When recording instrument station data in the
current JOB, press [REC].

Standard deviation values for each point are

displayed in the Detail tab.

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7. If there are problems with the results of a point,

align the cursor with that point and press [BAD].
"BAD" is displayed to the right of the point.
Repeat for all results that include problems.

8. Press [RE CALC] to perform calculation again

without the point designated in step 8. The result
is displayed.
If there are no problems with the result, go to step
9.
If problems with the result occur again, perform
the resection measurement from step 3.
• Press [RE OBS] to measure the point
designated in step 4.

If no points are designated in step 8, all the points

or only the final point can be observed again.
• Press [ADD] when there is a known point that
has not been measured or when a new known
point is added.

9. Press [OK] to finish resection measurement and

return to <Resection/Menu> . Only Z (elevation)
of the instrument station coordinate is set. N and
E values are not overwritten.

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& Resection calculation process

The NE coordinates are found using angle and distance observation equations, and the
instrument station coordinates are found using the method of least squares. The Z coordinate
is found by treating the average value as the instrument station coordinates.

Calculated instrument
station coordinates set
as hypothetical coordinates

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& Precaution when performing resection

In some cases it is impossible to calculate the coordinates of an unknown point (instrument
station) if the unknown point and three or more known points are arranged on the edge of a
single circle.

An arrangement such as that shown below is desirable.

: Unknown point
: Known point
It is sometimes impossible to perform a correct calculation in a case such as the one below.

When they are on the edge of a single circle, take one of the following measures.

(1) Move the instrument station as close as possible

to the center of the triangle.

(2) Observe one more known point which is not on the

circle.

(3) Perform a distance measurement on at least one

of the three points.

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• In some cases it is impossible to calculate the coordinates of the instrument station if the included
angle between the known points is too small. It is difficult to imagine that the longer the distance
between the instrument station and the known points, the narrower the included angle between the
known points. Be careful because the points can easily be aligned on the edge of a single circle.

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18. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT
Setting-out measurement is used to set out the required point.
The difference between the previously input data to the instrument (the setting-out data) and the
measured value can be displayed by measuring the horizontal angle, distance or coordinates of the
sighted point.

The horizontal angle difference distance difference, and coordinate difference are calculated and
displayed using the following formulae.
Horizontal difference
Displayed value (angle) = Horizontal angle of setting-out data - measured horizontal angle
Displayed value (distance) = measured horizontal distance x tan (horizontal angle of setting out data
- measured horizontal angle)

Slope distance difference

Displayed value (slope distance)* = measured slope distance - slope distance setting-out data
* Horizontal distance or height difference can be input in the above formula.

Coordinate difference
Displayed value (coordinates)* = measured N setting-out coordinates - N coordinates of setting-out
data
* E or Z coordinates can be input in the above formula

Height difference (REM setting out measurement)

Displayed value (height) = measured REM data - REM data of setting out data

• Setting out data can be input in various modes: slope distance, horizontal distance, height
difference, coordinates and REM measurement.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in the Setting-out measurement menu to suit various applications
and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.
C "30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

18.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement

The point is to be found based on the horizontal angle from the reference direction and the distance
from the instrument station.

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PROCEDURE

1. Select "Setting out" in the "COGO" tab of

<Menu> to display <Setting out>.

2. Select "Station setup" to display <Station setup>.

Enter data for the instrument station and press
[OK] to move to Backsight setup.
C"16.1 Entering Instrument Station Data"

• Press [READ] to read in coordinate data

registered in Memory mode.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"

3. Set the azimuth angle for the backsight station.

Press [OK] to return to <Setting out>.
C "16.2 Azimuth Angle Setting"

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4. Select "SO data setting" In <Setting out> to

display <SO data setting>. In the distance mode
that conforms to your measurement
requirements, enter the included angle between
the reference point and the setting-out point in
"SO.H.ang", and the distance (slope distance,
horizontal distance or height difference) from the
instrument station to the position to be set out in
"SO.Sdist".

• Each time [/Shvr] is pressed, the distance mode

changes from "S" (slope distance), "H"
(horizontal distance), "V" (height difference), and
"Ht." (REM).
• When [READ] is pressed, coordinates
registered in Memory mode can be recalled and
used. The distance selected according to the
selected distance input mode is calculated using
these coordinate values.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"

• Press [COORD] in the second page and input

coordinates in <Key in coord>. The angle and
distance from these coordinates to the position
to be set out will be calculated.
• When recording known point data in the current
JOB, press [REC] in <Key in coord>. Enter
known point coordinates, point number, and
code, then press [OK].

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5. Enter values and press [OK] to display the

screen at right.
Press [H.ROTA] to automatically rotate the MS
until the difference in horizontal angle to the
setting out point reads 0°.

6. Position the target on the line of sight and press Arrows indicate direction to move
[DIST] to begin distance measurement.
The distance and direction to move the target
until the setting out point is located is displayed
on the MS. The sighting point measurement
results (currently installed position of the target)
are displayed.

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• Movement indicator (Red indicates that target position is correct)

Arrows indicating horizontal direction will point in the opposite direction when viewing the display
in Face 2.
Y : (Viewed from MS) Move target to the left
Z : (Viewed from MS) Move target to the right
YZ: Target position is correct
▼ : (Viewed from MS) Move target closer
▲ : (Viewed from MS) Move target away
▲▼: (Viewed from MS) Target position is correct
Q : Move target upward
H : Move target downward
QH: Target position is correct

• Each time [/Shvr] is pressed, the distance input mode changes from "H" (horizontal distance),
"V" (height difference), "R" (slope distance), and "S" (slope distance).
• Press [CNFG] to set setting out accuracy. When the position of the target is within this range
both arrows will be displayed to indicate that the target position is correct.

7. Move the target until the distance to the setting-

out point reads 0m. When the target is moved
within the allowed range, all distance and position
arrows are displayed.

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• When recording data in the current JOB, press

[REC] in page 2. Enter point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

8. Press [OK] to return to <Setting out>. Set the

next setting out point to continue setting out
measurement.

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18.2 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement

After setting the coordinates for the point to be set out, the MS calculates the setting-out horizontal
angle and horizontal distance. By selecting the horizontal angle and then the horizontal distance
setting-out functions, the required coordinate location can be set out.

• Previously recorded setting-out points can be placed in order. Up to 50 points can be recorded.
• To find the Z coordinate, attach the target to a pole etc. with the same target height.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Setting out" in the "COGO" tab of

<Menu> to display <Setting out>.

2. Select "Station setup" to display <Station setup>.

If necessary, enter data for Backsight setup.
C"18.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement"
steps 2 to 3

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3. Select "Key in coord" in <Setting out>. Record

all the setting-out points (includes setting-out
points you will measure from now).
Press [READ] to display recorded angle data or
press [ADD] to record new data.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"

• Press [DEL] in the second page to delete the

selected setting out point.
• Press [DELALL] in the second page to delete all
setting out points.
• When recording known point data in the current
JOB, press [REC] in <Key in coord>. Enter
known point coordinates, point number, and
code, then press [OK].

4. Select a setting-out point in the first screen of step

3 and press [OK] to display <Set out Coords>.
Press [H.ROTA] to automatically rotate the MS
until the angle of the setting out point reads 0°.

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5. Position the target on the line of sight and press

[DIST] to begin distance measurement.
The distance and direction from the target to the
setting out point is displayed on the MS. The
sighting point measurement results (currently
installed position of the target) are displayed.

• Switch between the tabs to display different sets

of information.
The Graph 1 tab shows the current position of
the mirror and the direction to the setting out
point from this position.
The Graph 2 tab shows the position of the setting Height difference direction
out point (square) and the current location of the Position of poleman
mirror (circle).

Move the target to find the correct distance (0 is

displayed) to the setting out point.
CMovement indicators: "18.1 Distance Setting-
out Measurement" step 6

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•When recording data in the current JOB, press

[REC] in page 2. Enter point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

6. Press {ESC} to return to <Key in coord>. Set the

next setting out point to continue setting out
measurement.

18.3 REM Setting-out Measurement

To find a point where a target cannot be directly installed, perform REM setting-out measurement.
C"14.4 REM Measurement"

PROCEDURE

1. Install a target directly below or directly above the

point to be found. Then use a measuring tape etc.
to measure the target height (height from the
survey point to the target).

2. Select "Station setup" in <Setting out> to display

<Station setup>. If necessary, enter data for
Backsight setup.
C"18.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement"
steps 2 to 3

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3. Select "SO data setting" In <Setting out> to

display <SO data setting>. Press [/Shvr] until the
distance input mode is "Ht.". Input height from the
surveying point to the position to be set out in
"SO.Height". If necessary, input the angle to the
point to be set out.

4. Enter values and press [OK] in step 3 to display

the screen at right.
Press [H.ROTA] to automatically rotate the MS
toward the horizontal angle set in step 3 and set
the angle to the setting out point to 0°.

5. Sight the target and press [DIST]. Measurement

begins and the measurement results are
displayed.

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6. Press [REM] in the second page to start REM

Arrows indicate direction to move
measurement.
The distance (height difference) and direction to
the sighting point and setting out point are
displayed on the MS.

Press [STOP] to stop measuring.

Find the setting-out point by moving the telescope

until the distance to the setting-out point reads 0m.

• Movement indicator (Red indicates that target

position is correct)

Q : Move the telescope near the zenith

H : Move the telescope near the nadir
HQ : Telescope direction is correct
CFor details of other movement indicators:
"18.1 Distance Setting-out Measurement"
step 6

•When recording data in the current JOB, press

[REC] in page 2. Enter point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

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• Press [CNFG] to set setting out accuracy. When

the position of the target is within this range both
arrows will be displayed to indicate that the
target position is correct.

7. Press {ESC} to return to <SO data setting>.

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19. POINT PROJECTION
Point projection is used for projecting a point onto the baseline. The point to project can be either
measured or input. Displays the distances from the first point and point to project to the position at
which a line extending from point to project intersects the baseline at right angles.
Y direction
X direction
Baseline
1st Pt. 2nd Pt.
Length Offset

Point to project

19.1 Defining Baseline

To perform point projection, first, define the baseline. The baseline can be defined by inputting the
coordinates of the two points. The scale factor value is the difference between the input coordinates
and the observed coordinates.

Scale (X, Y) = Hdist’ (horizontal distance calculated from the measured value)
Hdist (horizontal distance calculated from the input coordinates)

• When not observing first or second points, scale factor is set to “1”.

PROCEDURE

1. Select COGO tab.

2. Select "Point Projection" in the "COGO" tab of

<Menu>.

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3. Select "Define baseline" in <Point projection>.

4. Press [Stn.Ori] and enter the instrument station

data.
C"16.1 Entering Instrument Station Data"

5. Select “Define baseline” in <Point projection>.

6. Enter the first point data and the second point

data.

• When [READ] on the first page is pressed,

registered coordinates can be recalled and
used.

7. Sight the first point and press [OBS] on the

second softkey page of the screen.

• When not observing the first point and the

second point, press [OK] and go to step 12.

8. Press [DIST] to start measurement.

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9. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of

the first point.

• Press [NO] to observe the first point again.

10. Sight the second point and press [DIST].

11. Press [YES] to use the measurement results of

the second point.

The distance between the two measured points,

the distance calculated from inputting the
coordinates of two points and the scale factors are
displayed.

12. Press [OK] on the second screen of step 11 to

define the baseline. Move to reference point
setting.
C"19.2 Point Projection"

• Press [Sy=1] to set scale factor y to “1”.

• Press [1 : **/%] to switch the grade display
mode between “1 : * * = elevation :horizontal
distance” and %.

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19.2 Point Projection

Before performing point projection, the baseline must be defined.

PROCEDURE

1. Define the baseline.

C"19.1 Defining Baseline"

2. Select "Point projection" in <Point projection>.

3. Input the point number of reference point.

• Press [OBS] to observe the point to project.

4. Press [OK] on the screen of step 3.

The following items are calculated and displayed.

• Length: Distance along the baseline from the

first point to the projected point (X direction).
• Offset: Distance from point to project to the
position at which a line extending from point of
project intersects the baseline at right angles. (Y
direction).
• D.Elev: Elevation between the baseline and the
projected point.

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On the Coord tab, the coordinate values are

displayed.
• [REC]: records the coordinate values as known
point data.
CRecording method: "25.1 Registering Known
Point Data"
• Press [S-O] to move to setting-out
measurement of the projected point.
C"18. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT"

5. Press [OK].

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20. OFFSET MEASUREMENT
Offset measurements are performed in order to find a point where a target cannot be installed directly
or to find the distance and angle to a point which cannot be sighted.

• It is possible to find the distance and angle to a point you wish to measure (target point) by installing
the target at a location (offset point) a little distance from the target point and measuring the distance
and angle from the surveying point to the offset point.
• The target point can be found in the three ways explained below.
• The instrument station and backsight must be set before the coordinates of an offset point can be
found. Station and backsight setup can be performed in the Offset menu.
C Station setup: "16.1 Entering Instrument Station Data", Backsight setup: "16.2 Azimuth Angle
Setting" .
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

20.1 Single-distance Offset Measurement

Finding it by entering the horizontal distance from the target point to the offset point.

• When the offset point is positioned to the left or right of the target point, make sure the angle formed
by lines connecting the offset point to the target point and to the instrument station is almost 90°.
• When the offset point is positioned in front of or behind the target point, install the offset point on a
line linking the instrument station with the target point.

PROCEDURE

1. Set the offset point close to the target point and

measure the distance between them, then set up
a prism on the offset point.

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2. Select "Offset" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu> to

display <Offset>.

3. Select "Dist. offset".

Input the following items.
(1) Direction of the offset point.
(2) Horizontal distance from the target point to
the offset point.

• Direction of offset point

← : On the left of the target point.
→ : On the right of the target point.
↓ : Closer than the target point.
↑ : Beyond the target point.

4. Sight the offset point and press [DIST] in the

screen of step 3 to start measurement.
Press [STOP] to stop the measurement.
The measurement results are displayed.

• Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target

point between distance/angle values and
coordinate/elevation values.

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• When recording data in the current JOB, press

REC measurement
[REC]. Enter point number, target height and
code, then press [OK]. m

OK

5. Press [OK] in the screen in step 4 to return to

<Offset>.

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20.2 Angle Offset Measurement

Sighting the direction of the target point to find it from the included angle.
Install offset points for the target point on the right and left sides of and as close as possible to the
target point and measure the distance to the offset points and the horizontal angle of the target point.

PROCEDURE

1. Set the offset points close to the target point

(making sure the distance from the instrument
station to the target point and the height of the
offset points and the target point are the same),
then use the offset points as the target.

2. Select "Offset" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu> to

display <Offset>.

Select "Angle offset".

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3. Sight the offset point and press [DIST] to start

measurement.
Press [STOP] to stop the measurement.

4. Sight the target point and press [H.ANG]. Results for offset point

• Press [HVD/nez] on the second page to

switch results for the target point between
distance/angle values and coordinate/
elevation values.
• When recording data in the current JOB,
press [REC]. Enter point number, target
height and code, then press [OK].

Results for target point

5. Press [OK] in the screen in step 4 to return to

<Offset>.

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20.3 Two-distance Offset Measurement

By measuring the distances between the target point and the two offset points.
Install two offset points (1st target and 2nd target) on a straight line from the target point, observe the
1st target and 2nd target, then enter the distance between the 2nd target and the target point to find
the target point.

• It is possible to make this measurement easily using the optional accessory: the 2-point target
(2RT310A). When using this 2-point target, be sure to set prism constant to 0.
C"34. TARGET SYSTEM"

How to use 2-point target (2RT310A)

• Install the 2-point target with its tip at the target point.
• Face the targets toward the instrument.
• Measure the distance from the target point to the 2nd target.
• Set the prism constant to 0mm.

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• The target should be sighted manually when performing two-distance offset measurement. Multiple
prisms in the field will mean that Auto Pointing may not operate correctly, or the MS may not be able
to judge which is the desired target.
C"11.1 Auto Pointing Settings"

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PROCEDURE

1. Install two offset points (1st target, 2nd target) on

a straight line from the target point and use the
offset points as the target.

2. Select "Offset" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu> to

display <Offset>.

Select "2 Dist. offset".

3. Press [CNFG] and input the distance from the

2nd target to the target point in "Offset dist.". Set
reflector settings and press [OK] to confirm.

• Press [LIST] to edit the prism constant and

aperture in <Reflector setting>.

4. Sight the 1st target and press [DIST] to start

measurement.
Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The
measurement results are displayed. Press [YES]
to confirm.

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5. Sight the 2nd target and press [DIST] to start

measurement.
Press [STOP] to stop the measurement. The
measurement results are displayed.

6. Press [YES] to display results for the target point.

Press [HVD/nez] to switch results for the target

point between distance/angle values and
coordinate/elevation values.

•When recording data in the current JOB, press

[REC]. Enter point number, target height and
code, then press [OK].

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21. MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT
Missing line measurement is used to measure the slope distance, horizontal distance, and horizontal
angle to a target from the target which is the reference (starting point) without moving the instrument.

• It is possible to change the last measured point to the next starting position.
• Measurement results can be displayed as the gradient between two points.

• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

21.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points

PROCEDURE

1. Select "MLM" in the "SURV" tab of <Menu>.

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2. Sight the starting position, and press [DIST] to

start measurement.
Press [STOP] to stop measurement.

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• When measurement data already exists the
screen of step 3 is displayed and measurement
starts.

3. Sight the next target and press [MLM] to Results for measurement between starting
begin observation. Slope distance, grade, position and second target
horizontal distance and height difference
between multiple points and the starting
position can be measured this way.

• Press [DIST] to re-observe the starting

position. Sight the starting position and
press [DIST].
• When [MOVE] is pressed, the last target
measured becomes the new starting
position to perform missing line
measurement of the next target.
C"21.2 Changing the Starting Point"
Results for current point

4. Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right

corner to end missing line measurement.

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21.2 Changing the Starting Point

It is possible to change the last measured point to the next starting position.

PROCEDURE

1. Observe the starting position and target following

steps 1 to 3 in "21.1 Measuring the Distance
between 2 or more Points".

2. After measuring the targets, press [MOVE].

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Press [YES] in the confirmation message window.

• Press [NO] to cancel measurement.

3. The last target measured is changed to the new

starting position.

4. Perform missing line measurement following

steps 3 to 4 in "21.1 Measuring the Distance
between 2 or more Points".

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You can calculate the area of land (slope area and horizontal area) enclosed by three or more known
points on a line by inputting the coordinates of the points

Input Output
S (horizontal area and slope
Coordinates: P1 (N1, E1, Z1) Surface area:
area)
P2 (N2, E2, Z2)
P3 (N3, E3, Z3)

• Number of specified coordinate points: 3 or more, 30 or less

• Surface area is calculated by observing in order the points on a line enclosing an area or by reading
in the previously registered coordinates and using it as known point data.
• It is possible to allocate softkeys in measurement menus to suit various applications and the ways
that different operators handle the instrument.
C"30.6 Allocating Key Functions"

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• An error will occur if only two points (or less) are entered (or recalled) when specifying an enclosed
area.
• Be sure to observe (or recall) points on an enclosed area in a clockwise or counterclockwise
direction. For example, the area specified by entering (or recalling) point numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 5,
4, 3, 2, 1 implies the same shape. However, if points are not entered in numerical order, the surface
area will not be calculated correctly.

& Slope area

The first three points specified (measured/read-in) are used to create the surface of the slope
area. Subsequent points are projected vertically onto this surface and the slope area calculated.

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PROCEDURE Surface area calculation by measuring points

1. Select "Area calc." in the "COGO" tab of

<Menu>.

• When [READ] is pressed, registered

coordinates can be recalled and used in
subsequent measurements.
C "PROCEDURE Surface area calculation
using registered coordinate data"

2. Press [MEAS] to display <Area calculation/

measurement>. Sight the first point on the line
enclosing the area, and press [DIST].
Measurement begins and the measured values
are displayed. Press [STOP] to stop measuring.

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3. The measurement results are displayed. Press

[YES] to set as the measurement values for the
first point.

4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 until all points have been

measured. Points on an enclosed area are
observed in a clockwise or counterclockwise
direction.
For example, the area specified by entering point
numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 implies the
same shape.

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5. Press [CALC] to display the calculated area.

6. Press [OK] to return to <Area/key in coord.>.

Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right
corner to quit area calculation.

PROCEDURE Surface area calculation using registered coordinate data

Coordinate data registered in Memory mode can be recalled and used for area calculations.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data from Memory mode"

1. Select "Area calc." in the "COGO" tab of

<Menu>.

2. Press [READ] to read in coordinate data

registered in Memory mode.

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3. Register the first point in the list and press [OK].

C Reading in coordinate data from Program
mode: "16.4 Reading in registered
coordinate data from Memory mode"

4. Read in coordinates of point 2 and onward

Repeat steps 2 to 3 until all points have been read
in.
Points on an enclosed area are read in a clockwise
or counterclockwise direction.

After all known points necessary to calculate the

surface area have been observed, [CALC] is
displayed.

5. Press [CALC] to display the calculated area.

6. Press [OK] to return to <Area/key in coord.>.

Press {ESC} or tap the cross in the top-right
corner to quit area calculation.

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23. ROUTE SURVEYING
This mode allows a variety of route surveying options widely used in civil engineering measurement.
Each menu allows the operator to initiate a string of successive configuration/calculation/record/
setting-out operations.

• The orientation of the instrument station and backsight station can be set as necessary.

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• The Z-axis coordinate value in all route surveying work is always "Null" ("Null" is not the same as
"0").

& Symbols and terms used in Route Surveying

EP
Curve 2
Curve 2

KE1 KE2
KA2
KA1 SP
BC EC
Curve
Curve 1

BP IP
BP Point:route origin EP Point: route end-point
KA Point:clothoid curve origin KE Point: clothoid end-point
BC Point:circular curve origin EC Point: circular curve end-point
IP Point: point of intersection SP Point: circular curve midpoint
Offset: reference point stationing chainage stationing chainage: target point stationing
chainage

23.1 Instrument Station Settings

The instrument station to be used as the reference point is recorded, as necessary, prior to starting
surveying.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

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2. Press [Stn.Ori].

• Press [RESEC] to perform resection measurement.

It is possible to set a point found by specifying 2
known points as the instrument station.
C"17. RESECTION MEASUREMENT"

3. Select "Station setup" in <Stn. Orientation> and

enter instrument station data.
C "15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data"

4. Select "Backsight setup" in <Stn. Orientation>

and enter backsight station data.
C "15.2 Azimuth Angle Setting"

23.2 Straight Line Calculation

The coordinates of the center peg and width pegs for a straight line can be found from the coordinates
of the reference point and IP point.
It is then possible to proceed with the setting-out of the center peg and width pegs.
AZ
P2
QL
Reference point (P1)
BL
IP point (P2)
Q Follow-up distance (DL)
BL
Route width (BL)
QR
Target point (Q)
Width peg (QR, QL)
P1 DL

Route origin

Offset

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PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc1" in <Road>.

3. Select "Straight" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of reference point.

• Press [READ] to read in the already registered

coordinate data and set as the coordinates of
the reference point.
• If the coordinate of the input point number is not
registered, record screen is displayed.
C"16.4 Reading in registered coordinate
data from Memory mode"

5. Input IP point number or azimuth angle. When

inputting point number, select "Coord" in "IP
azimuth". When inputting azimuth angle, select
"Azimuth" in "IP azimuth". Press [OK].

6. Input the reference point station offset, stationing

chainage and offset for width peg.

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7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the center peg and width peg
coordinates and azimuth angle. The coordinates
and azimuth angle are then displayed on the
screen.

• Select the Graphic tab to display calculation

results on a graph.
C"25.3 Reviewing Data"

8. Press {ESC} twice to finish Straight Line

calculation and return to <Road>.

• The center peg or width pegs can be stored as a

known point in the current job by pressing
[REC].
C"25.1 Registering Known Point Data"
• The center peg or width pegs can be set-out by
pressing [S-O].
C"18. SETTING-OUT MEASUREMENT"
• Press {ESC} to return to the center peg setting
screen.

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• When the azimuth angle is set after the point numbers have been input in step 4, if the coordinates
are deleted the azimuth angle is given priority.
• Offset/Stationing chainage input range: 0.000 to 99999.999 (m)
• Route width input range: -999.999 to 999.999 (m)

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23.3 Circular Curve Calculation

The coordinates of the center peg and width pegs on a circular curve can be found from the
coordinates of the BC point and IP point.
It is then possible to proceed with the setting-out of the center peg and width pegs.
QL
AZ BC point (P1)
BL-
IP point (P2)
Q
P2 Circular curve radius (R)
BL
Follow-up distance (DL)
Route width (BL)
QR Target point (Q)
Width peg (QR, QL)
DL
R
P1

Offset
Route origin DL Offset

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc1" in <Road>.

3. Select "Arc" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of BC point.

5. Input IP point number or azimuth angle. When
inputting point number, select "Coord" in "IP
azimuth". When inputting azimuth angle, select
"Azimuth" in "IP azimuth". Press [OK].

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6. Select the curve direction, enter curve radius,

station offset, and stationing chainage and offset
for width peg.

7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the center peg and width peg
coordinates and azimuth angle. The coordinates
and azimuth angle are then displayed on the
screen.

8. Press {ESC} twice to finish Circular Curve

calculation and return to <Road>.

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• Curve direction: right/left
• Radius input range: 0.000 to 9999.999 (m)

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23.4 Clothoid Curve

The coordinates of the center peg and width pegs on a clothoid curve can be found from the
coordinates of the reference point and curve properties.
It is then possible to proceed with the setting-out of the center peg and width pegs.

• Select a calculation menu depending on the section of the clothoid curve to be calculated.
Clothoid curve is calculated by the following formula.
A2=RL
Calculation using KA Point as reference: "KA-KE Calculation 1"
AZ

Q
IP

Stationing
chainage
KA

Offset

BP
Calculation using arbitrary point between KA1 and KE1 as reference:
"KA-KE Calculation 2"
AZ

Q Curve length

P
Offset

KA-P Curve length

KA

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Calculation using KE2 as reference: "KE-KA

Calculation" KA

AZ
KE-KA
Curve length

Q Stationing Chainage
Q
Stationing Chainage

KE

BP
G
• If the following conditions are not met, coordinate calculation cannot be performed.
"KA-KE Calculation 1": 0 ≦ curve length ≦ 2A
"KA-KE Calculation 2": 0 ≦ KA - reference point curve length ≦ 3A
0 ≦ KA - target point curve length ≦ 2A
"KE-KA Calculation": 0 ≦ KA - KE curve length ≦ 3A
0 ≦ KA - target point curve length ≦ 2A

PROCEDURE Calculation using KA Point as reference

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc1" in <Road>.

3. Select "KA-KE1" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of KA point.

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5. Input IP point number or azimuth angle. When

inputting point number, select "Coord" in "IP
azimuth". When inputting azimuth angle, select
"IP azimuth" in "IP azimuth". Press [OK].

6. Select the curve direction, enter parameter A,

station offset, and stationing chainage and offset
for width peg.

7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the center peg and width peg
coordinates and azimuth angle. The coordinates
and azimuth angle are then displayed on the
screen.

8. Press {ESC} repeatedly to finish Clothoid Curve

calculation and return to <Road>.

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• Curve direction: right/left
• Parameter A input range: 0.000 to 9999.999 (m)
• Station offset /Stationing chainage input range:0.000 to 99999.999 (m)

PROCEDURE Calculation using arbitrary point between KA1 and KE1 as reference

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc1" in <Road>.

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3. Select "KA-KE2" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of P point (reference

point).

5. Input the point number of the arbitrary point on

the line tangential to the P point or azimuth angle.
When inputting point number, select "Coord" in
"Direction". When inputting azimuth angle, select
"Azimuth" in "Direction". Press [OK].

6. Select the curve direction, enter parameter A,

KA-P length (length of curve from KA to P point),
station offset, P-Q length (length of curve from P
point to target point) and offset for width peg.

7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the center peg and width peg
coordinates and azimuth angle. The coordinates
and azimuth angle are then displayed on the
screen.

8. Press {ESC} repeatedly to finish Clothoid Curve

calculation and return to <Road>.

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• KA-P length range: 0.000 to 99999.999 (m)
• P-Q length input range: -999.999 to 999.9999 (m)

PROCEDURE Calculation using KE2 Point as reference

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc1" in <Road>.

3. Select "KE-KA" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of KE point (reference

point).

5. Input the point number of the arbitrary point on

the line tangential to the KE point or azimuth
angle. When inputting point number, select
"Coord" in "Direction". When inputting azimuth
angle, select "Azimuth" in "Direction". Press [OK].

6. Select the curve direction, enter parameter A, KE-

KA curve length (length of curve from KE to KA),
KE stationing chainage, target point stationing
chainage and offset for width peg.

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7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the center peg and width peg
coordinates and azimuth angle. The coordinates
and azimuth angle are then displayed on the
screen.

8. Press {ESC} repeatedly to finish Clothoid Curve

calculation and return to <Road>.

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• KE-KA length (length of curve from KE to KA)/KE stationing chainage/Q stationing chainage (Set
out pt sta) input range: 0.0000 to 99999.9999 (m)

23.5 3 Point Calculation

The coordinates of a cardinal point, an arbitrary center peg, and width pegs can be found from the
coordinates of 3 IP points and curve properties.
It is then possible to proceed with the setting-out of the cardinal point, arbitrary center peg, and width
pegs
P2 BP point (P1)
KE1 KE2 IP point (P2)
EP Point (P3)
KA1 KA2 Clothoid parameter (A1)
R Clothoid parameter (A2)
DL A1 A2
Q Curve radius (R)
BL
P1 Route width (BL)
P3
Arbitrary point follow-up distance (DL)

Offset
• When parameter A1, parameter A2 and radius R have all been input a clothoid is created and the
KA1, KE1, KE2 and KA2 points can be found.
• When parameter A1 and parameter A2 have been input and radius R is "Null", a clothoid without a
transition curve is created and the KA1, KE1, and KA2 points can be found.
• When parameter A1 and parameter A2 are both "Null" and only radius R has been input, a circular
curve is created and the BC point and EC point can be found.

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PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc2" in <Road>.

3. Select "BP-IP-EP" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of BP point (reference

point), IP point and EP point then press [OK]

5. The IA angle (intersection angle), curve direction,

BP-IP length, and IP-EP length are calculated
from the coordinates of the three input points. The
results are then displayed on the screen.
Check the data, then press [OK].

• Press {ESC} to return to the previous screen to

make alterations to this data.

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6. Input curve properties: parameter A1, parameter

A2, curve radius R, and Station offset (offset from
stationing chainage).

7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the coordinates and stationing chainage
of the KA1 point, KE1 point, KE2 point and KA2
point. The results are then displayed on the
screens

• Select the Graphic tab to display calculation

results on a graph.
C"25.3 Reviewing Data"

8. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 7 to move

to center peg settings.

9. Input stationing chainage and offset for width peg.

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10. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 9 to

calculate the coordinates and stationing chainage
of the center peg and width peg. The results are
then displayed on the screen

11. Press {ESC} repeatedly to finish 3 point

calculation and return to <Road>.

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• In the case of a clothoid with no transition curve, the KA1 Point, KE Point, and KA2 Point can be
found in step 7.
• In the case of a circular curve, the BC Point and EC Point can be found in step 7.

23.6 Intersection Angle/Azimuth Angle Calculation

The coordinates of a cardinal point, an arbitrary center peg, and width pegs can be found from an
intersection angle, curve properties, and either the coordinates of BP point and 1 IP point of
intersection or the azimuth angle from the BP Point to the IP point.
It is then possible to proceed with the setting-out of the cardinal point, arbitrary center peg, and width
pegs
AZ BP point (P1)
IP intersection point (P2)
P2 EP point (P3)
IA
BP to IP distance (DIST1)
DIST1 IP to EP distance (DIST2)
DIST2 Clothoid parameter (A1)
KA1 A1
KE1
R
KE2 Clothoid parameter (A2)
A2 Curve radius (R)
KA2

P1 Follow-up distance
P3

Offset

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Road Calc2" in <Road>.

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3. Select "BP-IP and angle" in "Element".

4. Input the point number of BP point (reference

point).

5. Input the point number of the IP point or azimuth

angle. When inputting point number, select
"Coord" in "IP azimuth". When inputting azimuth
angle, select "Azimuth" in "IP azimuth". Press
[OK]

6. Input curve properties: curve direction, IA angle

(intersection angle), BP-IP (distance between BP
Point and IP Point), IP-EP (distance between IP
Point and EP Point), parameter A1, parameter
A2, curve radius, and station offset (BP Point
stationing chainage).

7. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 6 to

calculate the coordinates and stationing chainage
of the KA1 point, KE1 point, KE2 point, KA2 point.
The results are then displayed on the screens

8. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 7 to move

to center peg settings.

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9. Input stationing chainage and offset for width peg.

10. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 9 to

calculate the coordinates and stationing chainage
of the center peg and width peg. The results are
then displayed on the screen.

11. Press {ESC} repeatedly to finish intersection

angle/azimuth angle calculation and return to
<Road>.

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• In the case of a clothoid with no transition curve, the KA1 Point, KE Point, and KA2 Point can be
found in step 7.
• In the case of a circular curve, the BC Point and EC Point can be found in step 7.
• Intersection angle IA input range: 0° < IA < 180°

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23.7 Route Calculation

Route Calculation is used to find the center pegs and width pegs of a route which contains a series of
curves. It is then possible to proceed with setting-out.
EP
IP point 1
No.9
No.3
No.4 Curve 2 No.8
No.2
No.5
KE1-2 No.7
No.1 KE1-1 KA1-2 No.6

BC2 EC2
KA1-1
Curve 1 SP2
BP
Follow-up distance IP point 2

Offset
• Route Calculation includes the following:
Curve properties input, curve properties display, automatic calculation of cardinal points, arbitrary
point calculation, and inverse width peg calculation.
• In the Route Calculation menu it is possible to set one route per JOB, each route containing a
maximum of 16 curves.
• Up to 600 points, including all center pegs and width pegs, can be calculated using automatic
calculation of cardinal points.
• Route data is retained even when the power has been cut off. However, the route data will be
cleared if the JOB is deleted.
CDeleting a JOB: "26.2 Deleting a JOB"

G
• Curve data is not set when curve properties (parameter A1, parameter A2, radius R) are all set to
"Null".
• Route Calculation is used to measure a series of successive curves. If a curve is not connected to
the main series of curves, all data from the end of the last connected curve is void. Route surveying
is not performed for this section.
• The rounding up of error values in curve calculation may create discrepancies (mm) in coordinates
of peg No.

23.7.1 Inputting curve properties

• BP Point auto setting (step 10)

It is possible to preset which point to use as the BP Point of the next curve: the IP Point of the
previous curve or the end-point (KA-2 or EC Point) of the previous curve.
C"23.7.6 Setting parameters"

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・ If curves overlap when the next curve has been calculated based on input curve properties (by
pressing either [NEXT] or [OK]), the following screen is displayed.

Press [YES] to ignore the overlapping and continue calculation.

Press [NO] to stop calculation and return to the curve properties input screen.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

3. Select "Define elem." in <Alignment>.

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4. Input the desired curve number.

Input the point number of BP point, IP point and
EP point then press [OK].

5. The intersection angle, curve direction, BP-IP

length, and IP-EP length are calculated from the
coordinates of the three selected points. The
results are then displayed in this screen.
Check the data, then press [OK].

• Press {ESC} to return to the previous screen to

make alterations to this data.

6. Input curve properties: parameter A1, parameter

A2, radius R, and Station offset (offset from
stationing chainage).

7. Pressing [NEXT] in the screen shown in step 7

moves to the next curve number.
When "EC/KA2" is set in 23.7.6 Setting
parameters, the end-point of the previous curve is
displayed as the BP point of the next curve.
The EP Point of the previous curve is displayed as
the IP Point coordinates of the next curve.

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8. The EP Point of the previous curve is displayed

as the IP Point coordinates of the next curve.

9. Input the point number of the EP point of the next

curve, then press [OK].

10. The intersection angle, curve direction, BP-IP

length, and IP-EP length are calculated from the
coordinates of the BP Point, IP Point and EP
Point. The results are then displayed in this
screen.
Check the data, then press [OK].

11. Input curve properties for the next curve:

parameter A1, parameter A2, and radius R. The
offset value is set automatically.

• When "IP" is set in 23.7.6 Setting parameters,

offset is not displayed.

12. Repeat steps 7 to 11 for the next curve until the

curve properties have been input.

13. Press [OK] when all curve properties have been

input.

23.7.2 Displaying curve properties

It is possible to check the curve properties set in "Inputting curve properties". To make alterations,
follow the procedure described in "Inputting curve properties".

• The curve property data will be displayed in ascending order of curve number.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

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3. Select "Review elements" in <Alignment>.

Details of the data selected on the left column is
displayed on the right.

4. Press [OK] to return to <Alignment>.

23.7.3 Automatic calculation of cardinal points

Perform automatic calculation of cardinal points based on the curve properties set in "23.7.1 Inputting
curve properties". Center pegs (peg No.) and width pegs set up at intervals can be calculated at once.

• Up to 600 points, including all center pegs and width pegs, can be calculated using automatic
calculation of cardinal points.
• The cardinal point calculated depends on the type of curve involved.
Clothoid: KA-1 Point, KE-1 Point, KE-2 Point, KA-2 Point
Clothoid with no transition curve: KA-1 Point, KE Point, KA-2 Point
Circular curve: BC Point, SP Point, EC Point
• The width pegs can be set up on both sides of the route and the left and right route widths calculated
separately.
• A point number is automatically assigned to peg No. that is calculated. The first part of the point
number can be preset.
• The coordinates of calculated pegs are automatically stored in the current JOB. When a particular
point number already exists in the current job the available options it is possible to select whether
or not to overwrite. It is possible to preset which procedure is used in this situation.

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PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

3. Select "Calc special pt." in <Alignment>.

4. Set peg No. pitch (peg interval), Offset 1 (route

width), Offset 2, Existing pt. (duplicate point
number procedure when point number already
exists in current JOB), and Auto pt. (peg No.
name).

5. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 4 to

calculate the coordinates of the cardinal point,
width pegs and peg No. Details of the data
selected on the left column is displayed on the
right.

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• Select the Graphic tab to display calculation

results on a graph.
C"25.3 Reviewing Data"

• When "Existing pt." in step 4 has been set to

"Skip" a point with a point number which already
exists in the current JOB will not be
automatically stored. These points are marked
with a blue circle. At this stage of the process it
is possible to store such a point under a new
point number.

6. The screen at right is displayed, when the amount

of set pegs exceeds 600 points. Press [YES] to
continue using the initial 600 points.
Press [NO] to return to the screen of step 4.

7. Press [OK] to return to <Alignment>.

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• Sta pitch input range: 0.0000 to 9999.9999 (10.000*) (m)
• Offset input range: -999.9999 to 999.9999 (Null *) (m)
• Exisiting pt. (Duplicate point number procedure): Record (record as separate point with same point
number)*/Skip (no overwrite)
• Auto pt. length: 14 characters ("No."*)

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& Rules regarding the assigning of point numbers to automatically calculated pegs
• Clothoid curve cardinal point: the curve number is added at the end e.g. the KA1 Point of curve
number 1 is written "KA1-1", and the KA1 Point of curve number 2 is written "KA2-1".
• Circular curve cardinal point: the curve number is added at the end e.g. the BC Point of curve
number 1 is written "BC1", and the BC Point of curve number 2 is written "BC2".
• Width peg: "R" or "L" is added at the end of the center peg point number. "R" is added for positive
(+) route widths (the route width from the center peg to the RIGHT width peg) and "L" is added
for negative (-) route widths (route width from the center peg to the LEFT width peg). When both
route widths are input as positive (+) "R" and "R2" are used. When both route widths are input
as negative (-) "L" and "L2" are used.
• A blank space at the beginning and end of a point number will be ignored.

23.7.4 Arbitrary point calculation

The coordinates of arbitrary points on every calculated curve can be found using arbitrary point
calculation.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

3. Select "Calc Sta...ing Pt." in <Alignment>.

4. Input the arbitrary point stationing chainage and

offset for width peg.

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5. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 4 to

display the coordinates and point number of the
arbitrary point.

• The center point can be stored as a known point

in the current job by pressing [REC].

• Select the Graphic tab to display calculation

results on a graph.
C"25.3 Reviewing Data"

6. Press {ESC} to return to <Alignment>.

& Rules regarding the automatic assigning of point numbers to arbitrary points
• Arbitrary point: The distance to the arbitrary point is given in terms of the closest peg No. from
the front of the curve. The distance from the peg No. is added at the end.

23.7.5 Inverse width peg

The route widths and coordinates for center pegs on every calculated curve can be found by using
inverse width peg calculation.

• There are two methods for specifying arbitrary width peg coordinates: key entry and observation.

PROCEDURE Using key entry to specify arbitrary width pegs

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

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3. Select "Calc from coord" in <Alignment>.

4. Input the point number of the arbitrary width peg.

5. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 4 to

display the coordinates and point number of the
center peg and width peg.

• Select the Graphic tab to display calculation

results on a graph.
C"25.3 Reviewing Data"

6. The next width peg can then be set by pressing

[OK].

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PROCEDURE Using observation to specify arbitrary width pegs

1. Enter the Inverse Width Peg menu in the same

manner as shown above.
C "PROCEDURE Using key entry to specify
arbitrary width pegs" steps 1 to 3

2. Sight the width peg and press [OBS].

3. Press [DIST] to start measurement. The results

are displayed.

•When recording data in the current JOB, press

[REC].

4. Press [OK] in the screen shown in step 3 to

display the coordinates and point number of the
center peg and width peg.

5. The next width peg can then be set by pressing

[OK].

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• The rules regarding the assigning of point numbers to center pegs are the same as those for when
calculating arbitrary points.

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C23.7.4 Arbitrary point calculation & Rules regarding the automatic assigning of point numbers
to arbitrary points"

23.7.6 Setting parameters

When configuring curve properties in "Inputting curve properties", it is possible to preset which point
to set as the BP Point of the next curve: the IP Point of the previous curve or the end-point (KA-2 or
EC Point) of the previous curve.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

3. Select "Setting" in <Alignment>.

4. Select the automatic setting method for the BP

Point of the next curve.

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The automatic setting method can be selected from the following:
(*: Factory setting)
• Next BP: "IP " (IP Point of the previous curve)*/"EC/KA2" (end-point of the previous curve (KA-2 or
EC Point)).

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23.7.7 Clearing route data

Route data set in 23.7.1 Inputting curve properties can be cleared.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Road" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>.

2. Select "Alignment" in <Road>.

3. Select "Clear elem." in <Alignment>.

4. Press [YES] to clear the route data. <Alignment>

is restored.

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24. CROSS SECTION SURVEY
The purpose of this function is to measure and set out points along a cross-section of a road or linear
feature already surveyed using the Route surveying function. Cross-sections can be surveyed in a
variety of directions depending on your requirements.
CFor terminology: "23. ROUTE SURVEYING"
Cross section
Change of
Centerline observation direction

Target point

Sta pitch
Cross-section

Sta..ing being observed

BP
EP

24.1 Instrument Station Settings

The instrument station to be used as the reference point is recorded, as necessary, prior to starting
surveying.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Xsection" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>

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2. Select "Station setup" in <Xsection survey> and

enter instrument station data
C "15.1 Entering Instrument Station Data"

• Press [RESEC] to perform resection

measurement. It is possible to set a point found
by specifying 2 known points as the instrument
station.
C"17. RESECTION MEASUREMENT"

3. Select "Backsight setup" in <Xsection survey>

and enter backsight station data.
C "15.2 Azimuth Angle Setting"

24.2 Cross Section Survey

The instrument station to be used as the reference point is recorded, as necessary, prior to starting
surveying.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Xsection" in the "COGO" tab of <Menu>

2. Select "Xsection setting" in <Xsection survey>

3. Input road name for cross section survey, station

pitch, station increment, stationing chainage and
select direction. Then press [OK].

• Press [STA-] /[STA+] to decrease/increase the

pitch set in "Sta incr" from/to "Stationing chain
age". Stationing chainage is displayed as
"xx+xx.xx".

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• In the event that stationing chainage was the

same as the prior observation, cross-section
survey is judged to have finished and a
confirmation message window is displayed.
Press [YES] to proceed to step 4. Press [NO] to
set station pitch, station increment, and station
chainage again.

4. Sight the last point on the cross-section and press

[DIST].
C"& Direction"

• Press [OFFSET] on the second page to perform

offset measurement for the last point.
• When observing the center point first, the center
point needs to be set.
CStep 7

5. Enter point number, target height, and code, then

press [REC] to record measurement data.

6. Repeat steps 4 to 5 for all points on the cross-

section in the set observation direction until the
centerline is reached.

7. Observe the center point. Then press [OK].

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Enter center point name. Then press [OK].

• When the center point is set as the instrument

station, press [READ] to read in already
registered coordinate data and set as the
coordinates of the instrument station.
C "16.4 Reading in registered coordinate data
from Memory mode"

8. Repeat steps 4 to 5 for all points on the cross-

section occurring after the centerline.

9. After observing the last changing point, check that

"Finished section" is set to "Yes", then press
[OK].

• Observation can be cancelled by pressing

{ESC}. In this event, a confirmation message
window is displayed. Press [YES] to discard
measurement data observed up to that point
and exit observation. Press [NO] to continue
observation.

10. Proceed to observation of the next cross-section.

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• Road name: up to 16 characters
• Sta incr: 0.000 to 9999.999 (m)
• Sta..ing: -99999.999 to 99999.999 (m)
• Sta pitch: 0.000 to 9999.999 (m)
• Direction: Left->Right*/Right->Left/Left/Right

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& Direction
Cross-sections can be measured in the following directions depending on the setting selected
in "Direction".

When "Left" or "Left -> Right" selected

Pattern 1: From left-most point to right-most point.
Pattern 2: Center point observed first. Then the point immediately to the left of the center point.
Remaining points can then be observed in any order.
Pattern 3: Method using 2 prisms. Center point observed first followed by the point immediately
to the left. Subsequent observations can be in whatever order is the most efficient for
operation with 2 prisms. In the illustration below the points closest to the center point
are observed first, followed by the outermost points (left first, then right).

Direction of route
Pattern 1

Pattern 2

Pattern 3

Left side observed Right side observed

with one prism with a second prism
When "Right" or "Right-> Left" selected
Pattern 1: From right-most point to left-most point.
Pattern 2: Center point observed first. Then the point immediately to the right of the center point.
Remaining points can then be observed in any order.
Pattern 3: Method using 2 prisms. Center point observed first followed by the point immediately
to the right. Subsequent observations can be in whatever order is the most efficient
for operation with 2 prisms.

When "Left -> Right" or "Right -> Left" selected,

observation of a subsequent cross-section can
be switched automatically to the opposite
direction upon completion of the previous cross- Route direction
section observation. This method minimizes the Cross-section
walking distance to the next starting point when
measuring multiple cross-sections.

Cross-section
Cross -section

When "Direction" set to "Left ->Right"

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& Cross survey data review

Cross-section data recorded in a JOB is
displayed as shown at right."Offset" represents
the distance calculated from the center point
coordinates and measurement point
coordinates.
CDisplaying JOB data: "25.3 Reviewing
Data"

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25.1 Registering Known Point Data

It is possible to register coordinate data of the known points in the current JOB using the key entry
method.
Registered coordinate data can be used when setting instrument station, backsight station, known
point, and setting-out point coordinate data.

• It is possible to register 2000 items of coordinate data, including the data inside a JOB.

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• When “inch” is selected as the distance unit, the value must be input in “feet” or US feet".

PROCEDURE

1. Press [KEYIN] in <Menu>.

2. Input known point coordinates, point number and

code. Press [REC] to record the data in the
current JOB

3. Continue to enter other known point coordinate

data for other known points.

4. After all coordinate data has been registered,

press {ESC} to restore <Menu>.

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25.2 Registering Notes

This procedure explains how to register notes in the currently selected JOB.

PROCEDURE

1. Press [NOTE] in <Menu>.

2. Input the note data, press [REC] to record the

note in the current JOB. <Menu> is restored.

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Maximum note length: 60 characters (alphanumeric)

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25.3 Reviewing Data

It is possible to display all the data within the current JOB and the coordinate search JOB.

PROCEDURE

1. Press [VIEW] in <Menu>.

2. Select a data in the point number list to display

details.
The list is displayed.

• Press [Line]/[Page] to switch the operation of

{O}/{G} from page scroll to point scroll.
• Press [TOP] to select the first point in the list.
• Press [LAST] to select the last point in the list.
• Press [SRCH] to search for a point number. Up
to 14 characters can be input.
• [OBS/SAVE]/[RED/SAVE]/[COORD/SAVE] on
the second page are displayed only when
observation data is displayed. When the above Details of the selected data
softkeys are pressed, the observation data is
displayed or saved in the converted format.

The List and Graphic tabs are linked so that when

a particular point is selected in one tab, the same
point is automatically selected in the other tab.
• Press [DEF.] to return to the default display
format.

Scale bar

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• Press [CNFG] on the second page to change

the display setting. Press [OK] to confirm the
settings.
Displayed JOB can be selected.

Settings:
Orientation of the display can be selected from
telescope direction, north or south.
Center:
Center point for the display can be selected from
instrument station or target point.
Pt.name:
Switch point name display on/off.
Line to pt:
Switch target line display on/off.

3. Press {ESC} to return to <View>.

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26.1 Selecting a JOB

Select the current JOB and Coordinate Search JOB.

• A total of 10 JOBs have been prepared, and JOB1 was selected when your MS was shipped from
the factory.
• The names of the JOBs has been preset as JOB1 to JOB10; you can change them to any names
you wish.
• Scale factor can be set for each JOB.

& Current JOB

Measurement results, instrument station data, known points data, notes and coordinate data are
recorded in the current JOB.
CRegistering known point data: "25.1 Registering Known Point Data"

& Coordinate Search JOB

The registered coordinate data in the selected JOB can be read into coordinate measurement,
resection measurement, setting-out measurement, etc.

& Scale correction

MS calculates horizontal distance and coordinates of a point using measured slope distance. If
scale factor has been set, scale correction is carried out during calculation.
Corrected horizontal distance (s) = Horizontal distance (S) × Scale factor (S.F.)
• When scale factor is set to “1.00000000”, the horizontal distance is not corrected.

PROCEDURE JOB selection

1. Select “JOB” in <Memory>.

<JOB List> is displayed.

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2. Align the cursor with the desired current JOB and

press [JOB] or {I}.
Red circle appears to the left of the JOB name.

• The numbers to the right represent the number

of data items in each JOB.
• “ ” means that the JOB has not been output to
I

an external device yet.

3. Align the cursor with the desired coordinate

search JOB and press [COORD-JOB].
Blue square appears to the left of the JOB name.

4. Press [OK] to return to <Memory>.

PROCEDURE Inputting a JOB name and scale factor setting

1. Select “JOB” in <Memory>.

2. Select in advance the JOB whose name you wish

to change in <JOB List> and press [SETTINGS].
C“PROCEDURE JOB selection”

3. Input the new JOB name and the scale factor for
the JOB.
<JOB list> is restored.

• Scale factor can be set for each JOB.

JOB information is displayed

4. Press [OK] to return to <Memory>.

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• Maximum size of JOB name: 12 (alphanumeric)
• Scale factor input range : 0.50000000 to 2.00000000 (*1.00000000)
“*” : Factory setting

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26.2 Deleting a JOB

It is possible to clear the data within a designated JOB. After the data has been cleared, the JOB name
returns to the name allocated when the MS was shipped.

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• A JOB that has not been output to an auxiliary device (displayed with *) cannot be deleted.

PROCEDURE

1. Select “JOB” in <Memory>.

2. Select the JOB to delete in <JOB List> and press

[DEL].
<JOB deletion> is displayed.

3. Press [YES]. The data within the selected JOB is

deleted and <JOB List> is restored.

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27. RECEIVING COORDINATE DATA
It is possible to read in coordinate data from a external device, CF card inserted to the MS, or the
internal memory of the MS to the current JOB. Such coordinate data can be used when setting
instrument station, backsight station, known point, and setting-out point coordinate data.
CExternal devices: "6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT" and "8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL
DEVICES"
Communication cables: "36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"
Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the "SDR Electronic Field Book” and
Command Explanations manuals

• It is possible to register 2000 items of coordinate data, including the data inside a JOB.
• Coordinate data can be registered by key entry as well.
CKey entry: "25. REGISTERING/REVIEWING DATA"
• When entering known point data from an external device, MS does not check the repeated point
number.

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• When “inch” is selected as the distance unit, the value must be input in “feet” or US feet".

PROCEDURE Receiving known point coordinate data from an external device via RS232C
cable

1. Connect MS to the external device.

C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

2. Select “Comms data” in <Memory>.

3. Select the input format and select "No" in "File",

then press [RECV]

• Press [SETUP] to perform communication

setup.
C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

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The coordinate data receiving stats.

• To stop data reception, press [STOP].

4. Press [OK] to return to <Comms data>.

PROCEDURE Receiving known point coordinate data file via USB port/CF card/internal
memory of the MS

1. Connect MS to the USB device or insert a CF

card to the CF card slot.
C"6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT"/
"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL
DEVICES"

2. Select “Comms data” in <Memory>.

3. Select the input format and select "Yes" in "File",

then press [RECV]

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4. Select the file type to display on the list and select

the file to read in.

• Press [PATH] to specify the filepath.

5. Press [OK] to start reception.

• To stop reception, press [STOP].

6. Press [OK] to return to the screen in step 4.

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28. OUTPUTTING JOB DATA
It is possible to output JOB data to a external device, CF card inserted in the MS, or to save in the
internal memory of the MS.
CExternal devices: "6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT" and "8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL
DEVICES"
Communication cables: "36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES"
Output format and command operations: Interfacing with the "SDR Electronic Field Book” and
Command Explanations manuals

• Measurement results, instrument station data, known point data, notes, and coordinate data in the
JOB can be output.

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• When “inch” is selected as the distance unit, data is output in “feet” or "US feet" depending on the
feet unit selected.

PROCEDURE Outputting JOB data to external device via RS232C cable

1. Connect MS to the external device.

C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

2. Select “Comms data” in <Memory>.

3. Select the output format and select "No" in "File",

then press [SEND]

• Press [SETUP] to perform communication

setup.
C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

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• Press [OPTIONS] and set post-conversion

format for observation data. Items to be
configured are as follows.
Current view:
Select "Yes" when outputting data in original
record format.
OBS view:
Select "Yes" when outputting converted data
(horizontal angle, vertical angle and slope
distance).
RED view:
Select "Yes" when outputting converted data
(azimuth angle, horizontal distance and vertical
distance).
POS view:
Select "Yes" when outputting converted data
(coordinate).

4. Select the JOB to be output by pressing

[SELECT] or {I}.
Green circle appears to the left of the selected
JOB. You can select as many JOBs as you want.

• “ ” means the JOB has not been output to an

I

external device yet.

5. Press [OK] to start output.

• To stop output, press [STOP].

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6. Press [OK] to return to the screen in step4.

It is possible to proceed to output of the next JOB.

PROCEDURE Outputting JOB data file to external device via USB port/CF card/internal
memory of the MS

1. Connect MS to the USB device or insert a CF

card to the CF card slot.
C"6. USING THE CF CARD SLOT"/
"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL
DEVICES"

2. Select “Comms data” in <Memory>.

3. Select the output format and select "Yes" in "File",

then press [SEND]

4. Select the JOB to be output by pressing

[SELECT] or {I}.
Green circle appears to the left of the JOB
selected. You can select as many JOBs as you
want.

• “ ” means the JOB has not been output to an

I

external device yet.

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5. Press [OK].

6. Input file name.

• Press [PATH] to specify the filepath. To create a

new folder, press [New Folder] .

7. Press [OK] in the screen of step 6 to start output.

• To stop output, press [STOP].

8. Press [OK] to return to the screen in step 4.

It is possible to proceed to output of the next JOB.

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It is possible to save codes in memory. You can also read in codes registered in memory when
recording instrument station data or observation data.

PROCEDURE Inputting Codes

1. Select “Code” in <Memory>.

Registered codes are displayed.

2. Press [ADD] on the second page.

• Press [Line]/[Page] to switch the operation of

{O}/{G} from page scroll to point scroll.
• Press [TOP] to select the first point in the list.
• Press [LAST] to select the last point in the list.

3. Enter the code and press [OK]. The code is

registered and Code list is restored.

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• Maximum code size: 16 (alphanumeric)
• Maximum number of codes registered: 60

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• If the same code is input, the following screen is displayed.

Press [NO] to input a new code.

Press [YES] to overwrite the present code.

PROCEDURE Deleting codes

1. Select “Comms data” in <Memory>.

Registed codes are displayed.

2. Align the cursor with the code to be deleted and

press [DEL] on the second page.
The selected code is deleted.

• Press [DELALL] on the second page then

[YES] to delete all codes.

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30. CHANGING THE SETTINGS
This section explains the contents of parameter settings in Basic mode and how to change these
settings.
Each item can be changed to meet your measurement requirements.
<Configuration> can be accessed by pressing the "CONFIG" icon in <Top>.

The following chapters provide details of items in Configuration mode.

• Communication settings C"8. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES"

• Motor settings C"11.1 Auto Pointing Settings", "12.1 Auto Tracking Settings"
• Instrument configurations C"32.3 Tilt Sensor", "32.5 Reticle"

30.1 Observation Conditions

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Items set and options (*: Factory setting)

Distance mode: S.Dist (slope distance)*, H.dist (horizontal distance), V.dist
(height difference)
Tilt crn (tilt correction) & : Yes (H,V)*, Yes (V), No
Tilt error: No action*/Go to Tilt screen
Coll.crn. (collimation correction) &: No, Yes*
C and r crn.: No, K=0.142, K=0.20*
V manual: No*, Yes
V.obs (vertical angle display method) &:Zenith*, Horiz., Horiz ±90°
Coordinates: N-E-Z*. E-N-Z
Sea level crn. (Sea level correction) &: Yes, No*
Ang.reso. (Angle resolution): MS05AX: 0.1"*, 0.5"
MS1AX: 0.1", 0.5"*
Dist.reso. (Distance resolution): MS05AX: 0.01mm, 0.1mm*
MS1AX: 0.1mm*, 1mm
ppm setting: Press, Temp.*, +Humidity

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• When "V manual" is set to "No" the horizontal angle will be automatically set to 0.
C Setting V manual to "Yes": "38.2 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left, Face
Right Measurement"
• "Dist.reso." can only be selected for MS1AX.

& Automatic tilt angle compensation mechanism

The vertical and horizontal angles are automatically compensated for small tilt errors using the
2-axis tilt sensor.

• Read the automatically compensated angles when the display has stabilized.
• The horizontal angle error (vertical axis error) fluctuates according to the vertical axis, so
when the instrument is not completely leveled, changing the vertical angle by rotating the
telescope will cause the displayed horizontal angle value to change.
• Compensated horizontal angle = Measured horizontal angle + Tilt in angle/tan (Vertical angle)
• When the telescope is directed close to the zenith or nadir angle, tilt compensation is not
applied to the horizontal angle.

& Collimation correction

The MS has a collimation correction function that automatically corrects horizontal angle errors
caused by horizontal axis and leveling axis errors.

& Sea level correction

The MS calculates horizontal distance using slope distance values. As this horizontal distance
does not take height above sea level into consideration, performing spherical correction is
recommended when measuring at high altitudes. Spherical distance is calculated as follows.

Spherical distance

R – Ha
= ------------------ × d 1
R

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Where: R = radius of the spheroid (6372.000m)

Ha = averaged elevation of the instrument point and target point
d1 = horizontal distance

& V mode (vertical angle display method)

Zenith Horiz Horiz 90°

30.2 Instrument Configuration

Items set and options (*: Factory setting)

Power off &: No/5min./10min./15min./30min.*
Power off (Remote) &: No*/5min./10min./15min./30min.
Backlight (Reticle On) &: 0 to 8 (1*) (Brightness level on pressing {J})
Backlight (Normal) &: 0 to 8 / Auto*
Backlight Off &: No*/30sec/1min./5min./10min.
Key backlight &: Off/On*

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Reticle &: 0 to 5 level (3*)

EDM ALC &: Free*, Hold
Prism check &: On*/Off
Laser-pointer off &: No*/1min./5min./10min./30min.
Beep: On*/Off
Remote PWR-On: No/Yes*
Color &: 1(color)/2 (monochrome)/Auto*
Touch panel: On*/Off

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• Press [PNL CAL] to display the touch panel calibration screen.
C"10.1 Configuring the Touch Panel"

& Adjusting backlight brightness/turning the reticle illumination and key backlight ON/OFF
Pressing {J} switches the brightness level of the backlight in conjunction with the ON/OFF
status of the reticle illumination/key backlight.
When the MS is powered ON the brightness level is set to "Backlight (Normal)". "Backlight
(Normal)" was set to a higher brightness level than "Backlight (Reticle ON)" when the MS was
shipped but these values can be modified according to user preferences.

Power ON

Backlight (Normal) Time set in

brightness "Backlight Off" elapses

{J} {J}
Reticle backlight OFF Reticle backlight ON

Backlight
(Reticle ON)
brightness

Key backlight ON
Only when "Key
backlight" set to "ON"

Key pressed
Touch panel operated Backlight OFF

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When "Backlight (Normal)" is set to "Auto" the MS light sensor gauges the level of ambient brightness
and automatically sets backlight brightness accordingly. Depending on ambient light conditions,
performance of this function may be sub-optimal, or the display may flicker between brightness
settings.

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& Key backlight

The key backlight can be set to "ON" or "OFF". When "ON" the keys will be illuminated when
"Backlight (Bright)" is active.

& Power-saving automatic cut-off

Backlight Off
To save power, power to the MS is automatically cut off if it is not operated for the set time.
The backlight will similarly be turned off if the instrument is not operated for the selected time.
However, the backlight will not be turned off when "Backlight" is set to "ON".

& Power-saving automatic cut-off (Power on command)

When turned on using a Power on command, power to the MS is automatically cut off if it is not
operated for the set time.

& EDM ALC

Set the light receiving status of the EDM. While carrying out continuous measurement, set this
item according to the measurement conditions.
• When EDM ALC is set to "Free," the instrument’s ALC will be automatically adjusted if an error
occurs as a result of the amount of light received. Set to "Free" when the target is moved during
measurement or different targets are used.
• When "Hold" is set, the amount of light received will not be adjusted until continuous
measurement is completed.
• If an obstacle intermittently obstructs the light beam during continuous measurement and the
"Signal off" error occurs, each time the obstruction occurs it takes some time for the amount of
light received to be adjusted and the measurement value displayed. Set to "Hold" when the light
beam used for measurement is stable but is frequently obstructed by obstacles such as people,
cars, or tree branches etc. preventing measurement from being performed.

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When the distance measurement mode is set to "Tracking" (target is moved during distance
measurement) the EDM ALC will be adjusted regardless of the EDM ALC setting.

& Prism check

When using a prism as the target, the user must then select whether or not to check prism
conditions for greater accuracy.
When this option is set to "On", returned signal and ALC status are checked before distance
measurement is performed. A sighting error occurs when these checks fail.
The default setting is "On".
When this option is set to "Off", returned signal and ALC status are not checked. This setting
should be selected when performing distance measurement under conditions that would
normally result in a sighting error such as when using a small prism. However, if the sighting axis
strays from the center of the prism when set to "Off", accuracy is adversely affected. Always
perform Auto Pointing when the prism check option is set to "No".

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& Laser-pointer off

To save power, the laser-pointer is automatically turned off after the set time has elapsed.

& Color setting

Set "Color" to "2" (monochrome) when strong sunlight reduces visibility of the display. When
"Auto" is selected, the MS detects the ambient brightness level and automatically sets the
appropriate color setting accordingly. C"5.2 Display Functions"

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• Do not block the MS light sensor when "Color" is set to "Auto". The MS will be unable to gauge
ambient brightness and the display will flicker as a result.

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30.3 EDM Settings

• EDM tab

Items set, options, and input range (*: Factory setting)

Dist. mode (Distance measurement mode): Fine "R"*, Fine AVG n= 2 (Setting: 2 to 9 times), Fine
"S", Rapid "R", Rapid "S", Tracking
Reflector: Prism*/360° Prism/Sheet/SMR (only for MS05AX with
SMR functionality)/Reflectorless
Prism constant: -99.9 to 99.9 mm ("Prism" is selected: -30.0, "360°
Prism" is selected: -7.0, "SMR" or "Sheet" is selected:
0.0*)
Aperture: 1 to 999mm ("Prism" is selected: 58*, "360° Prism" is
selected: 34, "SMR" is selected: 38, "Sheet" is
selected: 50)
Illum. hold ({J} function): Light*/Laser-pointer
Light: 1 to 3 (3*)
Light pattern: Blink*, On

• The setting for "Fine AVG" distance measurement mode can be increased/decreased using the
[ + ]/[ - ] softkeys.
• Target information can be edited and recorded.
C"PROCEDURE Recording and editing target information"
• "Prism constant" and "Aperture" will not be displayed when "Reflectorless" is selected in
"Reflector".
• When "prism constant" and/or "Aperture" values are changed and [OK] is pressed, these
changes are reflected in the status bar target type display. This display will also change to reflect
changes in target information settings made using a data collector. In both of the above cases,
changes will not be recorded in <Reflector setting>. To remove added target information from
the status bar, perform a cold boot.
CStatus bar: "5.2 Display Functions", <Reflector setting>: "PROCEDURE Recording and
editing target information", Cold boot: "10.2 Resolving Software Issues & Cold boot"
• The Light brightness item ("Light") will be displayed only when "Illum. hold" is set to "Light".

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& Prism constant correction

Reflective prisms each have their prism constant.
Set the prism constant correction value of the reflective prism you are using. When selecting
"Reflectorless" in "Reflector", prism constant correction value is set to "0" automatically.

•The following are samples of the prism constant correction values of SOKKIA reflective prisms.
ATP1/ATP1S
R (Constant = 7mm)
AP01AR (Constant = 40mm)

Correction Value = -40 Correction value

= -7
Prism constants and aperture settings can be set for each prism. The prism constant and
aperture values displayed in the EDM tab will change to reflect the reflector type selected in
"Reflector".

● ppm tab

• [0ppm]: Atmospheric correction factor returns to 0 and temperature and air pressure are set to
the factory settings.
• Atmospheric correction factor is calculated and set using the entered values of the temperature
and air pressure. Atmospheric correction factor can also be entered directly.

Items set, options, and input range (*: Factory setting)

Temperature: -30 to 60°C (15*)
Pressure: 500 to 1400hPa (1013*), 375 to 1050mmHg (760*)
Humidity: 0 to 100% (50*)
ppm (Atmospheric correction factor): -499 to 499 (0*)
•The "Humidity" item is displayed only when the "ppm setting" in "Obs. condition" is set to
"+Humidity".
• When 0.1mm or 0.01mm is selected in "Dist.reso.", values are displayed to the first decimal place.

& Atmospheric correction factor

The velocity of the light beam used for measurement varies according atmospheric conditions
such as temperature and air pressure. Set the atmospheric correction factor when you wish to
take this influence into account when measuring.

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• The MS is designed so that the correction factor is 0 ppm at an air pressure of 1013 hPa, a
temperature of 15°C, and a humidity of 50%.
• By inputting the temperature, air pressure values and humidity, the atmospheric correction value
is calculated using the following formula and set into the memory.
Atmospheric Correction Factor (ppm) =

0.294362 × p + 0.04127 × e
282.324 – ------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------
1 + 0.003661 × t 1 + 0.003661 × t
t : Air temperature (°C)
p : Pressure (hPa)
e : Water vapor pressure (hPa)
h : Relative humidity (%)
E : Saturated water vapor pressure

• e (water vapor pressure) can be calculated using the following formula.

E
e = h × ----------
100 ( 7.5 × t )
----------------------------
( t + 237.3 )
E = 6.11 × 10
• The MS measures the distance with a beam of light, but the velocity of this light varies according
to the index of refraction of light in the atmosphere. This index of refraction varies according to
the temperature and pressure. Near normal temperature and pressure conditions:
With constant pressure, a temperature change of 1°C: an index change of 1 ppm.
With constant temperature, a pressure change of 3.6 hPa: an index change of 1 ppm.
To perform high accuracy measurements, it is necessary to find the atmospheric correction
factor from even more accurate temperature and pressure measurements and perform an
atmospheric correction.
It is recommended that extremely precise instruments be used to monitor the air temperature
and pressure.
• Enter the average temperature, air pressure and humidity along the measurement beam route
in "Temperature", "Pressure" and "Humidity".
Flat terrain :Use the temperature, pressure and humidity at the midpoint
of the line.
Mountainous terrain :Use the temperature, pressure and humidity at the
intermediate point (C).

If it is not possible to measure the temperature, pressure and humidity at the midpoint, take such
measurements at the instrument station (A) and the target station (B), then calculate the average
value.
Average air temperature :(t1 + t2)/2
Average air pressure :(p1 + p2)/2
Average humidity :(h1 + h2)/2

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Humidity h1

Humidity h2

•If the weather correction is not required, set the ppm value to 0.

PROCEDURE Recording and editing target information

The [LIST] softkey is be displayed when either "Reflector" or "Prism const." is selected in the EDM tab
of <EDM configurations>.

1. Press [LIST] to display a list of all recorded

targets.

• [ADD]: Displays <Reflector list>. Select the

desired target from this list and press [OK] to
register in the list in <Reflector setting>. Up to a
maximum of 6 targets can be recorded.
• [DEL]: Deletes the selected target.

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2. To edit a target, select the desired target and

press [EDIT]. <Reflector/edit> is displayed.
Select/input relevant information for the target.

Reflector: Prism/Sheet/Reflectorless/360°
Prism/SMR (only for MS05AX
with SMR functionality)
Const.: -99.9 to 99.9 mm
Aperture: 1 to 999 mm

• When selecting "Reflectorless" in "Reflector",

prism constant correction and aperture values
are set to "0" automatically.

3. Press [OK] in the screen of step 2 to save edited

information and return to <Reflector setting>.
Press [OK] to return to <EDM configurations>.

30.4 Allocating User-defined Tabs

It is possible to allocate tabs in Meas mode and Menu mode to suit the measurement conditions. It is
possible to operate the MS efficiently because unique tab allocations can be preset to suit various
applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.

• The current tab allocations are retained until they are revised again, even when the power is cut off.
• Press [CLEAR] in <Customize/Select screen> to return all customized configurations including
screen controls, status bar settings, and softkey allocations to their previous settings.
• One screen can contain a maximum of 5 tabs.

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• When tab allocations are recorded and registered, the previously recorded tab settings are cleared.

● Tab allocations
The following are tabs allocated when the MS was shipped and tabs that can be defined by the
user.
• Basic measurement

Factory settings User-definable tabs

SHV SHV
SHVdist SHVdist
Graphic SHV + Coord.

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• Setting out

Factory settings User-definable tabs

Meas. Meas.
Graphic

• Setting out Coord.

Factory settings User-definable tabs

SHV SHV
NEZ NEZ
Graph1
Graph2

PROCEDURE Allocating tabs

1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select

screen>.
Select the measurement mode in which you want
to allocate a tab.

Select "Tab page".

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2. Use the softkeys ([ADD], [DEL] etc.) in

<Customize tab page> to allocate the desired tab
page layout.

• Press [ADD] to add the selected tab at the right-

hand side of the screen.
• Press [INS] in the second page to insert the
selected tab in front of the current tab.
• Press [CNFG] in the second page to replace the
current tab with the selected tab.
• Press [DEL] to delete the current tab.

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• Tabs, once deleted, cannot be retrieved.

Select a tab type from the "Type" drop-down list.

3. Repeat step 2 to perform further tab allocations.

4. Press [OK] to finish allocating tabs. The allocated

tabs are stored in memory and <Customize> is
displayed. The newly allocated tabs appear in the
relevant measurement screen.

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30.5 Customizing Screen Controls

It is possible to customize screen controls in Meas mode to suit the measurement conditions and the
different methods employed by different operators.

• The current screen control settings are retained until they are revised again, even when the power
is cut off.
• Press [CLEAR] in <Customize/Select screen> to return all customized configurations including tab
pages, status bar settings, and softkey allocations to their previous settings.
• Screen controls cannot be set for the Graphic tab.

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• When screen control settings are recorded and registered, the previously recorded settings are
cleared.

PROCEDURE Customizing screen controls

1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select

screen>.
Select the measurement mode in which you want
to customize screen controls.

Select "Control".

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2. Press [ADD] to add a control drop-down list.

• Press [DEL] to delete the selected control.

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• Controls, once deleted, cannot be retrieved.

3. Select a screen control from the list.

4. Press [CNFG] to set the size, thickness, color

and spacing of the font.

5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 to customize more screen

controls.

6. Press [OK] to finish customizing screen controls.

The modifications are stored in memory and
<Customize> is displayed. The modifications are
reflected in the relevant screens.

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30.6 Allocating Key Functions

It is possible to allocate the softkeys in Meas mode to suit the measurement conditions. It is possible
to operate the MS efficiently because unique softkey allocations can be preset to suit various
applications and the ways that different operators handle the instrument.

• The current softkey allocations are retained until they are revised again, even when the MS is
powered OFF.
• Press [CLEAR] in <Customize/Select screen> to return all customized configurations including tab
pages, status bar settings, and screen controls to their previous settings.

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• When softkey allocations are recorded and registered, the previously recorded key settings are
cleared.
• Softkeys cannot be allocated to Graphic tabs.

● The following are the screens that can be customized and softkey allocations when the
MS was shipped.
1. SHV and SHVdist tabs of <Basic measurement>
Page 1 [AT On] [MOTOR] [0SET] [DIST]
Page 2 [SRCH] [EDM] [H.ANG] [COORD]
Page 3 [OFFSET] [RESEC] [REM] [S-O]

2. Meas. tab of <Setting out>

Page 1 [AT On] [/SHVR] [H.ROTA] [DIST]
Page 2 [CNFG] [ --- ] [REC] [REM]
Page 3 [ --- ] [ --- ] [ --- ] [ --- ]

3. SHV and NEZ tabs of <Setting out Coords>

Page 1 [ OK ] [ AT On ] [H.ROTA] [DIST]
Page 2 [CNFG] [ --- ] [REC] [ --- ]
Page 3 [ --- ] [ --- ] [ --- ] [ --- ]

● The following functions can be allocated to the softkeys.

[ --- ] : No functions set
[DIST] : Distance and angle measurement
[H.ROTA] : Rotate MS to the entered horizontal angle. Rotate horizontally to the angle for the
setting out point when performing setting out (can only be allocated to 2 and 3 above).
[CNFG] : Set setting out accuracy (can only be allocated to 2 and 3 above)
[/SHV] : Switch the "SHV" tab and the "SHVdist" tab.
[/SHVR] : Switch distance mode between slope distance (S)/horizontal distance (H)/height
difference (V)/REM (R) in setting out screens. The capitalized letter in the softkey
indicates the currently selected mode (can only be allocated to 2 above).
[OK] : Terminate setting out measurement for the selected setting out point and return to
<Key in coord>. This setting out point will be removed from the list (can only be
allocated to 3 above).
[REC] : Records measurement results as coordinate values (can only be allocated to 2 and 3
above).

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[0SET] : Set horizontal angle to 0°

[H.ANG] : Set required horizontal angle
[R/L] : Select horizontal angle right/left. The capitalized letter in the softkey indicates the
currently selected mode.
[ZA / %] : Switch between zenith angle/slope in %. The capitalized letter in the softkey indicates
the currently selected mode.
[HOLD] : Hold horizontal angle/release horizontal angle
[RCL] : Display final measurement data
[HV out] : Output angle measurement results to an external device
[HVD out] : Output distance and angle measurement results to an external device
[ft/M] : Switch distance units between meters/feet
[HT] : Set the instrument station, coordinates, and instrument height
[AIM] : Return signal
[TILT] : Display tilt angle
[MOTOR] : SETTINGS mode Motor tab
[TURN] : Rotates MS 180°
[SRCH] : Automatically sights the center of the target
[RC] : Rotate in the direction specified by the On-demand Remote Control System
[<-RC] : Rotate in a counterclockwise direction (from the point of view of the RC-Controller)
[RC->] : Rotate in a clockwise direction (from the point of view of the RC-Controller)
[RC Cont] : Nullify the current measurement position and continue Turning operation
[Fix Vel] : Fixed velocity rotation around vertical and horizontal axes
[AT On] : Start Auto Tracking ([AT Off] during Auto Tracking)
[EDM] : EDM settings
[MENU] : Display <Menu> (topography measurement, coordinate measurement, setting out
measurement, offset measurement, point projection, REM measurement, missing line
measurement, resection, area calculation, route surveying, cross section survey)
[TOPO] : Topography measurement
[COORD] : Coordinates measurement
[S-O] : Setting-out measurement
[OFFSET] : Offset measurement
[A-OFS] : Angle offset menu
[D-OFS] : Distance offset menu
[2D-OFS] : Offset/2D menu
[MLM] : Missing line measurement
[REM] : REM measurement
[RESEC] : Resection measurement
[AREA] : Surface area measurement

[RC] : unavailable
[<-RC] : unavailable
[RC->] : unavailable
[RC Cont] : unavailable

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PROCEDURE Allocating a softkey

1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select

screen>.
Select the measurement mode in which you want
to allocate a softkey.

Select "Softkey".

2. Select the desired tab. All softkeys currently

allocated to each page of that tab are displayed.

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3. Select the softkey whose allocation you want to

change. Tapping a softkey, or pressing {SPACE}
when the cursor is aligned with a softkey, will
display <Softkey list>.

4. Select the desired softkey from <Softkey list> to

allocate to the position specified in step 3.

5. Repeat steps 3 to 4 perform further key

allocations.

6. Press [OK] to finish allocating keys. The allocated

keys are stored in memory and <Customize> is
displayed. The newly allocated keys appear in the
relevant measurement screen.

30.7 Changing Status Bar Icons

It is possible to preset icon allocations of the status bar to suit various applications and the ways that
different operators handle the instrument.

• The current icon allocations are retained until they are revised again, even when the power is turned
off.
• Press [CLEAR] in <Customize/Select screen> to return all customized configurations including tab
pages, screen controls and softkey allocations to their previous settings.

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• When icon allocations are recorded and registered, the previously recorded settings are cleared.

IThe following icons can be allocated to the status bar:

•Remaining battery power

•Target display
•Motor configuration
•Light/Laser-pointer
•Tilt
•Communication status
•Input mode

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•SIP (Input panel)

•Touch panel
•ppm (atmospheric correction factor)
•No icon

PROCEDURE Changing icon allocations

1. Select "Customize" to display <Customize/Select Customize/Select screen

screen>.

Select "Status bar".

2. Select the icon position (in the status bar) you

wish to re-allocate by tapping or using arrow key.
A blue arrow will indicate the selected position.

3. Select the new icon for the selected icon position.

Select and change by double-tapping. Or Select
using {O}/{G} and tap [Change]/{I}.

4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 to perform further key

allocations.

5. Press [OK] to finish allocating icons. The

allocated icons are stored in memory and
<Customize/Select screen> is displayed. The
newly allocated icons appear in the status bar.

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30.8 Units

Items set and options (*: Factory setting)

Temperature: Celsius*/Farenheit
Pressure: hPa*/mmHg/InchHg
Angle: Degree (DDD.MMMSS)*/Gon/Mil
Distance: Meter*/Feet/Inch
Feet (only displayed when "Feet" or "Inch" selected above):
International*/US

& Inch (Fraction of an inch)

"Fraction of an inch" is the unit used in the United States and expressed like the following
example.

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• Even if "inch" is selected in this setting, all the data including the result of area calculation are output
in "feet" and all the distance values must be input in "feet". In addition, when the "inch" display
exceeds the range, it is displayed in "feet".

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30.9 Changing Password

Setting a password allows you to protect important information such as measurement data.
No password was set when the MS was shipped. When setting a password for the first time, leave the
"Old password" box blank.
When a password has been set, the password screen will appear when the MS is powered ON. Input
the password to continue.

Items set
Old password: Input current password
New password: Input the new password
New password again: Input the new password again

• Password can be up to 16 characters in length. Input characters will be displayed as asterisks.

• To deactivate the password function, perform the new password setting procedure but enter a
"space" in the "New password" box.

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• The password function will not be canceled when a cold boot is performed.
• The password must be input after powering ON the MS from an external device when a password
has been set.
C "10.3 Powering the MS ON/OFF from an External Instrument"

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30.10 Date and Time

Items set
Date: Manually input date or select from the drop-down
calendar by tapping G.
Time: Manually input time or set using [O]/[G].
Pressing {SPACE} will increment the selected section
by 1.

& Date and Time

The MS includes a clock/calendar function.

30.11 Restoring Default Settings

Perform a cold boot to return all items to factory settings. A cold boot will not erase surveying data
in Memory mode. However, if the data in the memory is important, BE SURE TO TRANSFER IT TO
A PERSONAL COMPUTER BEFORE PERFORMING A COLD BOOT.
To perform a cold boot, while holding {F3}, {F1}, and {BACKSPACE}, press { } . The following
message appears.
"All Settings will be cleared. Are you sure?"
Press [YES] to continue. Press {ESC} to cancel.
After [YES] is pressed the instrument powers ON and the screen for configuring the touch panel is
displayed. Configure the touch panel to continue.
C"10.1 Configuring the Touch Panel"

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• The password function will not be canceled.

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31. WARNING AND ERROR MESSAGES
The following is a list of the error messages displayed by the MS and the meaning of each message.
If the same error message is repeated or if any message not shown below appears, the instrument
has malfunctioned. Contact your local dealer.

A new folder cannot be made in this folder !!

A new folder cannot be created in the selected folder. Select a different location.

Backsight Z coord is Null !!

Cannot compute. Backsight Z coord is set to "Null".
Input the coordinate.

Backup battery dead. Clock display may no longer be correct.

The voltage supplied by the lithium battery either declines or is completely discharged. Ask your
local dealer to replace the battery for you.

Bad condition
The air is shimmering a lot, etc., measuring conditions are poor.

The center of the target cannot be sighted.

Resight the target.

Unsuitable distance measurement conditions when reflectorless measurement is set. When

reflectorless measurement is set, distance cannot be measured because the laser beam is
striking at least two surfaces at the same time.
Choose a single surface target for distance measurement.
C Precautions for setting prism: "11. TARGET SIGHTING"

Bad letter !!
A file name containing special characters such as "*" and "?" is invalid.

Calculation error
During resection measurement the same point is registered multiple times. Set another known
point so that the known point coordinates do not coincide.

Coordinates identical to the known point coordinates observed during resection exist.

During route surveying, requirements for the calculation are not met.

During surface area calculation, conditions necessary for calculations are not met. Check
conditions and try again.

An error occurred during calculation.

Checksum error !!
A sending/repetition error has occurred between the MS and external equipment.
Send/receive the data again.

Code error !!
Cannot read/write code file.

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Coord not found

During cross section survey, the dedicated point number cannot be found.

Data not found !!

No data found corresponding to input point number.

Device list is full !!

No more Bluetooth devices can currently be registered. Delete unnecessary devices from the list
and try again.

Disconnect Bluetooth
Wireless connection disconnected. Re-connect and try again.

Error: Read Build Info.

Error: Read sysflg
Error: Self check
Press [OK] to cancel the message. If this error message appears frequently, contact your local
dealer.

File does not exist !!

No file exists with the input filename.

Folder already exists !!

The folder name input already exists.

Folder creation error !!

Folder creation failed.

Incorrect password.
Input password does not match set password. Input correct password.

Input device name !!

Bluetooth device name not input. Input device name and complete device registration.

Input over 3 letters !

The input password consists of less than 3 characters. Input a password at least 3 characters in
length.

Invalid: Same coords !!

During route surveying, coordinates have not been defined correctly.

During point projection measurement, baseline has not been defined correctly.

It is not possible to save in this folder !!

Data cannot be saved in the selected folder. Select a different save location.

JOB data is not developed. Or job may have broken.

Memory mode JOB data lost or cannot be read in. Create JOB data again.

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JOB record full !!

No more records can be recorded in the current JOB. Record in a different JOB.

Linear !!
The three input points form a straight line.

Load alignment file error !!

Cannot load route data.

Motor error EXXX

A problem has occurred with the motor drive and operation stops.
Power the MS OFF then ON to correct the problem.
If this error message appears frequently, contact your local dealer.

Need base pt. obs

During REM measurement, the observation of the target was not completed normally.
Reset and sight the prism and perform measurement again.

Need element !!
During route surveying, parameters are all null, or A1 or A2 is null.

Need 1st obs

During missing line measurement, the observation of the starting position was not completed
normally.
Sight the starting position accurately and press [DIST] to perform the measurement again.

New password Diff.

During new password setting, the passwords input twice are different. Input new password twice
correctly.

No data
When searching for or reading in coordinate data or searching for code data, the search stopped
either because the item in question does not exist or the data volume is large.

North/East is null
Coordinates cannot be read in when either the northing or easting value is set to "Null".

No solution
The calculation of the instrument station coordinates during resection does not converge.
Access the results and if necessary, perform the observations again.

Not define baseline !!

Baseline has not been defined in point projection measurement.

Out of range
During gradient % display, the display range (less than ± 1000%) has been exceeded.
During REM measurement, either the vertical angle has exceeded horizontal ±89° or the
measured distance is greater than 9999.999m.
Install the instrument station far from the target.

The instrument station coordinates calculated during resection are too high.

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Perform the observation again.

During area calculation, results exceeded the display range.

During point projection, scale factor is less than 0.100000 or exceeds 9.999999.

Please define element !!

No route defined when calculating route in route surveying.

Record error !!
Data cannot be recorded to JOB.

Receive error !!
Reception failed.

Receive format error !!

Check the received data.

Reflectorless not supported !!

Auto Tracking cannot be performed in reflectorless mode.
Use the prism to carry out automatic sighting.

Remote Control communication err !!

Communication between the On-demand Remote Control System RC-Controller and the MS
failed. Check the status (communications setup, power supply, cable connections etc.) of the RC-
Controller, wireless modem and cables.

Save alignment file error !!

Cannot save route data.

Send error !!
Send failed.

Sheet not supported !!

Auto Tracking cannot be performed with the sheet.
Use the prism to carry out automatic sighting.

Signal off
The reflected light is not observed when distance measurement begins. Or, during measurement,
the reflected light has weakened or is blocked.
Either sight the target again or, when using a reflective prism, increase the number of reflective
prisms.

Target not found !!

The prism cannot be found within the Search area range.
Reset and sight the prism and perform measurement again.
Temp Rnge OUT
MS is outside useable temperature range and accurate measurement cannot be performed.
Repeat measurement within the appropriate temperature range.

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Tilt over range !!

The tilt angle exceeds the tilt angle compensation range of the sensor.
Level the instrument again.
C "9.2 Levelling"

Time out !!
Measurement is not carried out in the allotted time.
Reset and sight the prism and perform measurement again.

When designating the angle of rotation or automatically sighting the prism, there is a problem with
the positioning of the prism or the operation of the instrument and measurement is not obtained
within the fixed time.
Check the positioning of the instrument and prism and perform measurement again.
If observation is still not possible, sight the target manually.

When the telescope turns to zenith/nadir, it is not possible to search !!

The MS cannot perform a search during Auto Pointing or Auto Tracking when the telescope is
directed to the zenith or nadir angle. Set the telescope position within the range 70° (elevation
angle) to 40° (depression angle) and perform the operation again.

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32. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS
MS is a precision instrument that requires fine adjustments. It must be inspected and adjusted before
use so that it always performs accurate measurements.
• Always perform checking and adjustment in the proper sequence beginning from "32.1 Plate Level"
to "32.8 Additive Distance Constant".
• In addition, the instrument should be inspected with special care after it has been stored a long time,
transported, or when it may have been damaged by a strong shock.
• Make sure the instrument is securely set up and stable before performing checks and adjustments.

32.1 Plate Level

The bubble tube is made of glass, so it is sensitive to temperature changes or to shock. Check and
adjust it as outlined below.

PROCEDURE Checking and adjusting

1. Level the instrument and check the position of the

bubble of the plate level.
C"9.2 Levelling", steps 3 to 5

2. Turn the upper part of the MS through 180° and

check the bubble position.
If the bubble is still centered, no adjustment is
necessary.
If the bubble is off-center, adjust as follows.

3. Correct half of the bubble displacement using

levelling foot screw C.

4. Correct the remaining half of the displacement by

using the adjustment pin to rotate the plate level
adjustment screw.
When the plate level adjustment screw is turned in
the counterclockwise direction, the bubble moves
in the same direction.

5. Rotate the top of the instrument and continue

adjustments until the bubble remains centered for
any position of the upper part.
If the bubble does not move to the center even
when the adjustment has been repeated, ask your
local dealer to adjust it.

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32.2 Circular Level

Check and adjust it as outlined below.

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• Be careful that the tightening tension is identical for all the adjusting screws.
• Also, do not over-tighten the adjusting screws as this may damage the circular level.

PROCEDURE Checking and adjusting

1. Perform the plate level inspection and adjustment

or carefully use the plate level to level the
instrument.
C"9.2 Levelling", steps 1 to 2

2. Check the position of the bubble of the circular

level.
If the bubble is not off-center, no adjustment is
necessary.
If the bubble is off-center, perform the following
adjustment.

3. First confirm the off-center direction.

Use the adjusting pin to loosen the circular level Circular level adjusting
adjustment screw on the side opposite to the screws
direction the bubble is displaced to move the
bubble to the center.

4. Adjust the adjusting screws until the tightening

tension of the three screws is the same to align
the bubble in the middle of the circle.

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32.3 Tilt Sensor

If the tilt angle shown on the display shifts from tilt angle 0° (zero point), the instrument is not correctly
levelled. This will adversely affect angle measurement.
Perform the following procedure to cancel the tilt zero point error.

PROCEDURE Checking and adjusting

1. Carefully level the MS. If necessary, repeat the

procedures to check and adjust the bubble levels.

2. Select "Inst. cons." in <Settings>.

3. Select "Tilt offset". correction constant correction constant

in the X (sighting) in the Y (horizontal
direction axis) direction

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4. Level the instrument until the X/Y tilt angles are

±1’. Wait a few seconds for the display to
stabilize, then read the current tilt angle in the X
(sighting) direction and Y (horizontal axis)
direction.

5. Press [OK]. The top of the instrument and

telescope rotate 180° from the current position.

6. Wait a few seconds for the screen to stabilize,

then read the automatically compensated angles
X2 and Y2.

7. In this state, calculate the following offset values

(tilt zero point error).
Xoffset = (X1+X2)/2
Yoffset = (Y1+Y2)/2

If one of the offset values (Xoffset, Yoffset)

exceeds ±10", adjust the value using the following
procedure.
When the offset value falls within the range ±10",
adjustment is not necessary.
Press {ESC} to return to <Instrument constants>.

8. Press [OK] to automatically rotate the top of the

instrument and telescope through 180°.

9. Confirm that the values are in the adjustment Results for target point
range.
If both correction constants are within the
range 6400 ±1440, select [YES] to renew the
correction angle. <Instrument constants> is
restored. Continue to step 11.
If the values exceed the adjustment range,
select [NO] to cancel the adjustment and
return to step 4. Contact your local dealer to
perform the adjustment.

Results for offset point

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PROCEDURE Recheck

10. Select "Tilt offset".

11. Wait a few seconds for the display to stabilize,

then read the automatically compensated angles
X3 and Y3.

12. Press [OK] to automatically rotate the top of the

instrument and telescope through 180°.

13. Wait a few seconds for the display to stabilize,

then read the automatically compensated angles
X4 and Y4.

14. In this state, the following offset values (tilt zero

point error) are calculated.
Xoffset = (X3+X4)/2
Yoffset = (Y3+Y4)/2
When both offset values fall within the range ±10",
adjustment is completed.
Press {ESC} to return to <Instrument constants>.

If one of the offset values (Xoffset, Yoffset)

exceeds ±10", repeat the check and adjustment
procedures from the beginning. If the difference
continues to exceed ±10" after repeating the
check 2 or 3 times, have your local dealer perform
the adjustment.

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32.4 Collimation

With this option you can measure collimation error in your instrument so that the MS can correct
subsequent single face observations. To measure the error, make angular observations using
both faces.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Inst. cons." in <Configuration>.

2. Select "Collimation".

3. Sight the reference point in Face 1 and press

[OK]. Telescope rotates and vertical circle is
indexed.

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• Do not look through the telescope eyepiece
while the motor drive is in operation. An eye
could be struck by the telescope and cause
injury.

4. Sight the reference point in Face 2 and press

[OK].

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5. Press [YES] to set the constant.

• Press [NO] to discard the data and return to step

3.

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32.5 Reticle

With this option you can check the perpendicularity of the reticle and the horizontal/vertical positions
of reticle lines.

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• Check the telescope reticle by manually sighting the target.

PROCEDURE Check 1: Perpendicularity of the reticle to the horizontal axis

1. Carefully level the instrument.

2. Align a clearly visible target (the edge of a roof for

example) on point A of the reticle line.

3. Use the Jog dials to align the target to point B on

a vertical line.
If the target moves parallel to the vertical line,
adjustment is unnecessary. If its movement
deviates from the vertical line, have our service
representative adjust it.

PROCEDURE Check 2: Vertical and horizontal reticle line positions

1. Carefully level the instrument.

2. Install a target at a point about 100m in the

horizontal direction from the MS.

3. While the Meas mode screen is displayed and the

telescope is in face left, sight the center of the
target and read out the horizontal angle A1 and
the vertical angle B1.
Example:
Horizontal angle A1 = 18° 34' 00.0"
Vertical angle B1 = 90° 30' 20.0"

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4. While the telescope is in face right, sight the

center of the target and read out the horizontal
angle A2 and the vertical angle B2.
Example:
Horizontal angle A2 = 198° 34' 20.0"
Vertical angle B2 = 269° 30' 00.0"

5. Do the calculations: A2-A1 and B2+B1

If A2-A1 is within 180°±20″and B2(B1 is within
360°±20″, adjustment is unnecessary.
Example:A2-A1 (Horizontal angle)
=198° 34' 20.0"- 18° 34' 00.0"
=180° 00' 20.0"
B2-B1 (Vertical angle)
=269° 30' 00.0" + 90° 30' 20.0"
=360° 00' 20.0"
If the difference is large even after repeating the
check 2 or 3 times, have our service
representative perform the adjustment.

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32.6 Image Sensor reticle

The internal image sensor is used for automatic sighting. The offset value is set to correct the position
of the image sensor in relation to the telescope reticle, but if for whatever reason the telescope reticle
and image sensor become misaligned, automatic sighting of the center of the prism cannot be
performed correctly. Check and adjust it as outlined below.

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• Perform check and adjustment in weak sunlight and no scintillation.
• It may take up to 20 seconds for an offset value based on the measurement results to appear.
• Use Standard prism AP01AR or Compact prism CP01AR. Using other prism types may result in
adjustment inaccuracies.

PROCEDURE Checks and adjustments

1. Carefully level the instrument.

2. Position the prism in a horizontal direction

approximately 50 meters from the MS.

3. Select "Inst.cons." in <Settings>.

4. Select "Image Sensor-Reticle offset".

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5. Use manual sighting to accurately sight the

target.
C"11.3 Manually Sighting the Target"

6. Press [OK].

7. Offset value (H, V) (New) is obtained from the set Set offset value
offset value (H, V) (Current) and the
measurement results. The offset value is a
constant value that indicates the number of
degrees of misalignment between the center of
the telescope reticle and the center of the image
sensor. If the offset value obtained from the
measurement result is significantly larger than the
set offset value, press [ESC] and resight the
target.
If the offset value (H, V) obtained from the
measurement results continues to be significantly
large after repeated checks, adjustment is
necessary. Go to step 8.
Offset value obtained from
measurement
If one of the offset values exceeds the range, an
error message appears on the screen. Contact
your local dealer to perform the adjustment.

8. Press [OK] to renew the offset value.

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32.7 Optical Plummet

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• Be careful that the tightening tension is identical for all the adjusting screws.
• Also, do not over-tighten the adjusting screws as this may damage the circular level.

PROCEDURE Checking

1. Carefully level the MS and center a surveying

point precisely in the reticle of the optical
plummet.

2. Turn the upper part through 180° and check the

position of the surveying point in the reticle.
If the surveying point is still centered, no
adjustment is necessary.
If the surveying point is no longer centered in the
optical plummet, perform the following adjustment.

PROCEDURE Adjustment

3. Correct half the deviation with the levelling foot

screw.

4. Remove the optical plummet reticle cover.

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5. Use the 4 adjusting screws of the optical plummet

to adjust the remaining half of the deviation as 1 (2)
shown below.
When the surveying point is on the lower (upper)
part of the illustration:
Loosen the upper (lower) adjusting screw slightly,
and tighten the upper (lower) adjusting screw the
same amount to move the surveying point to a
point directly under the center of the optical
plummet.
(It will move to the line in the figure on the right.) 2 (1)
If the surveying point is on the solid line (dotted
line):
Loosen the right (left) adjusting screw slightly and,
tighten the left (right) adjusting screw by the same
amount to move the surveying point to a point in
the center of the optical plummet.
4 3
(3) (4)

6. Check to make sure that the surveying point

remains centered on the reticle even if the upper
part of the instrument is rotated.
If necessary, perform the adjustment again.

7. Replace the optical plummet reticle cover.

32.8 Additive Distance Constant

The additive distance constant K of the MS is adjusted to 0 before delivery. Although it almost never
deviates, use a baseline with a known distance precision to check that the additive distance constant
K is close to 0 several times a year and whenever the values measured by the instrument begin to
deviate by a consistent amount. Perform these checks as follows.

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• Errors in setting up the instrument and reflective prism or in sighting the target will influence the
additive distance constant. Be extremely careful to prevent such errors when performing these
procedures.
• Set up so that the instrument height and the target height are identical. If a flat place is not available,
use an automatic level to make sure the heights are identical.

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PROCEDURE Check

1. Find an area of flat ground where two points

100m apart can be selected.
Set up the instrument at point A and the reflective
prism at point B. Establish a point C half way
between points A and B.

2. Precisely measure the horizontal distance

between point A and point B 10 times and
calculate the average value.

3. Place the MS at point C directly between points A

and B and set up the reflective prism at point A.

4. Precisely measure the horizontal distances CA

and CB 10 times each and calculate the average
value for each distance.

5. Calculate the additive distance constant K as

follows.
K = AB - (CA+CB)

6. Repeat steps 1 to 5 two or three times.

If the additive distance constant K is within ±3mm
even once, adjustment is unnecessary.
If it always exceeds this range, have our service
representative perform an adjustment.

32.9 Bluetooth Wireless Communication

Handles RC-TS3 and H-BT1 incorporate a Bluetooth wireless communication device.

If more than 1 minute passes without a Bluetooth connection being established between the MS
and Bluetooth devices regardless of communication conditions, there may be dust particles on the
terminals between the MS and the handle. Detach the handle and wipe the terminals clean with a
dry cloth. Re-attach the handle.
Once cleaning is complete, attempt to establish a connection again. If the problem persists the
terminals may be malfunctioning. Contact your local dealer.
C"8.2 Communication between the MS and Companion Device"

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33. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM
Operate your MS with the following combinations of power equipment.

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• When using BDC60/BDC61 and EDC117, mount the BDC58 in place to maintain the balance of the
instrument.
• Never use any combination other than those indicated below. If you do, the MS could be damaged.

Those indicated by * are standard accessories. Others are optional accessories (sold separately).
Battery
Battery Charger
BDC58* CDC68*

EDC113A/C* (110 to 240 VAC)

EDC113B (110 to 125 VAC)

External battery
Cable for external External battery Charger
battery
CDC71 AC adapter
EDC118 BDC60
(7.2 VDC, 6.5Ah) EDC117
(100 to 240 VAC)

EDC34
BDC61 EDC35
Y cable
(7.2VDC, 13Ah)
EDC120

For car cigarette lighter

EDC115 (12 VDC)

AC adapter
Power cable AC adapter
Y cable EDC117 EDC34
(100 to 240 VAC) EDC35
EDC121

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•By using the Y cable the MS can perform RS232C communication (D-sub 9-pin) at the same time
as connecting to an external power source.

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• Because all SOKKIA reflecting prisms and accessories have standardized screws, it is possible to
combine these prisms, accessories, etc. according to your objectives.
• The following are all special accessories (sold separately).

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• Face the targets towards the MS.
• Use an SMR commercially available for laser tracker systems with an aperture of 38mm (1.5 inch)
when measuring with an SMR and MS05AX instruments with SMR functionality. For details contact
your local dealer.

●Reflective sheet target

Prism constant correction value = 0
Plain
RS00-R

Line thickness 0.5mm

Measuring range
RS10N-R / RS10N-K
RS15N-R / RS15N-K
RS20N-R / RS20N-K
RS30N-R / RS30N-K
RS50N-R / RS50N-K
RS70N-R / RS70N-K
RS90N-R / RS90N-K

Line thickness 0.3mm

RS10T-R
RS15T-R
RS20T-R
RS30T-R

Line thickness 0.5mm (Half)

RS20H-R: 2 to 30m
RS30H-R: 2 to 50m
RS50H-R: 2 to 70m
RS90H-R: 2 to 80m

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●Rotary targets
Prism constant correction value = 0

●Anchor grip-type targets

Prism constant correction value = 0

●Two-point targets (2RT310A)

Prism constant correction value = 0

●High-precision target (RT1A)

Prism constant correction value = 0

●High-precision reflecting prism (CPS12)

Prism constant correction value = -27

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●Reflective target (RT90C-K)

Prism constant correction value = 0
Use to Combine AP41, WA series, AP61 and AP61L.

●Rotary target (RT50M)

Prism constant correction value = 0

●Rotary target (RT90M)

Prism constant correction value = 0

●Corner half target plate (TK1)

Prism constant correction value = 0
The half target RS50H-R is attached to the face of the
TK1. The TK1 is placed in the corner of the measured
objects by using the KUS1.

●Half target plate (TK2)

Prism constant correction value = 0
The half target RS50H-R is attached to the face of the
TK2. The TK2 is placed on the face of the measured
objects by using the KUS1.

●Magnetic block set (KUS1)

Prism constant correction value = 0
Used the fasten the TK1 or TK2.
Shaped at various angles and magnetized on every side,
KUS1 makes the target face the instrument almost
perpendicular in all conditions.

●Tripod stopper (KUS2)

Prism constant correction value = 0
The tripod can be set up even on the iron plate thanks to
the KUS2 as it is fixed to the plate by the use of a
magnetic base.

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●Reflective prisms

• Because these targets (*2) are coated with fluorescent paint, they reflect when there is little light.

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• Each reflective prism (*1) has its own prism constant value. When changing prisms, be sure to
change the prism constant correction value.
• To use the triple prism assembly AP31 or AP32 as a single prism for short distance measurements,
mount the single reflective prism AP01AR in the center mounting hole of the prism holder.

Targets

Prism

AP01AR

Prism holders

Prism height adaptors

Prism system tribrachs

series

APS12R-MAR APS11R-MAR APS34R-MAR

APS12R-AR APS11R-AR

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● 360° Prism (ATP1)

This column-shaped prism reduces the possibility
of "losing" the prism during Auto Tracking
measurement.
3D positioning accuracy (standard deviation):
3mm (Horizontal acceptance angle: 360° (full
transit) Angles of elevation and inclination both
less than 20°)

● 360° Sliding Prism (ATP1S)

This column-shaped prism reduces the possibility
of "losing" the prism during Auto Tracking
measurement.
For use in conjunction with the On-demand
Remote Control System.
The position of the prism on the pin pole can be
adjusted by sliding the prism up and down.
3D positioning accuracy (standard deviation):
3mm (Horizontal acceptance angle: 360° (full
transit). Angles of elevation and inclination both
less than 20°)

● 2-point target (2RT500-K)

This target is used for two-distance offset
measurement.
Prism constant: 0

● Instrument height adaptor (AP41)

This device is used to adjust the height of the
target.

• When used with the MS, make sure that the

instrument height "236" (mm) is displayed in the
instrument height adjustment window.
For details, see the AP Series operator's Height
manual. adjustment
• Adjust the level of the AP41 instrument height window
adaptor following the checking and adjustment
methods of plate level.
C"32.1 Plate Level"
• Adjust the optical plummet of the AP41
instrument height adaptor following the checking
and adjustment methods of optical plummet.
C"32.7 Optical Plummet"

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35. STANDARD EQUIPMENT
Please verify that all equipment is included.

1 MS main unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 14 Cleaning cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

2 Battery (BDC58) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 15 Vinyl cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
3 Battery charger (CDC68) . . . . . . . . . . 1 16 CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
4 Power cable (EDC113A/113B/113C). . 1 (instruction manuals)
5 Stylus pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 17 Laser caution sign-board . . . . . . . . . . 1
6 Tubular compass (CP9) . . . . . . . . . . . 1 18 Carrying case (SC219) . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
7 Lens cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 19 Carrying strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
8 Lens hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
9 Plumb bob. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
10 Tool pouch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
11 Screwdriver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
12 Lens brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
13 Adjusting pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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● Tubular compass (CP9)

Slide the tubular compass into the tubular com-
pass slot, loosen the clamp screw, then rotate the
top part of the instrument until the compass nee-
dle bisects the index lines. The telescope's face 1
sighting direction in this position will indicate mag-
netic north. After use, tighten the clamp and
remove the compass from the slot.

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• The tubular compass is susceptible to the influence
of nearby magnets or metal. Such influence could
cause it to fail to accurately indicate magnetic north.
Do not use magnetic north as indicated by this
compass for base line surveying.

● Plumb bob
The plumb bob can be used to set up and center
the instrument on days when there is little wind.
To use the plumb bob, unwind its cord, pass it
through the cord grip piece as shown in the figure
to adjust its length, then suspend it from the hook
attached to the centering screw.

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36. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
The following are optional accessories which are sold separately from the MS.
CPower supply and target optional accessories: "33. POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM", "34. TARGET
SYSTEM".

● Handle
Your MS will come equipped with one of the following handle types upon purchase.
CRemoving/attaching the handle; Bluetooth antenna: Beam detector for On-Demand Remote
Control System: "4.2 Parts of the Instrument

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• Software settings may need to be reconfigured when changing from one handle type to another.
Consult your local dealer when changing handles.

• RC Handle with Bluetooth (RC-TS3)

Incorporates both On-demand Remote Control
System / Bluetooth functionality

• Basic Handle (H-BC1)

Incorporates neither of the functions mentioned
above

• RC Handle (RC-TS3A)
Incorporates On-demand Remote Control
System functionality only

• Bluetooth Handle (H-BT1)

Incorporates Bluetooth functionality only

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● Telescope eyepiece lens (EL7)

Magnification: 40X
Field of view: 1° 20'

● Diagonal eyepiece (DE27)

The diagonal eyepiece is convenient for DE27
observations near the nadir and in narrow spaces.
Magnification: 30X

After removing the handle from the MS loosen the

attachment screw to remove the telescope
eyepiece. Then screw the diagonal lens into place.
CHandle removal method: "4.2 Parts of the
Instrument Removing the handle"

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• Do not perform automatic vertical rotation of the
telescope when using the diagonal eyepiece.
The diagonal eyepiece may strike the MS
causing damage.

● Solar filter (OF3A)

When sighting targets where glare is present,
solar observations for example, attach it to the
objective lens of the MS to protect its interior and
the eyes of its operator. The filter part can be
flipped up without being removed.

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• Do not perform automatic vertical rotation of the
telescope when using the solar filter. The solar
filter may strike the MS causing damage.

● Diaphragm (DPM2)
A diaphragm must be attached in order to
maintain sighting accuracy when measuring with a
38 mm (1.5 inch) Spherically Mounted
Retroreflector (SMR). The diaphragm is screwed
onto the objective lens. Remove the diaphragm
when measuring with a target other than SMR.

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• Attach/detach with the telescope turned almost
to the zenith to prevent dropping of the
diphragm. Remove the diaphragm when
measuring with a target other than SMR.

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• SMR measurement with the MS05AX is an
optional function. For details contact your local
dealer.
● Interface cable
Connect the MS to a host computer using the following cables.

Cable Notes
EDC120 (Y cable) Pin number and signal level : RS232C compatible
EDC121 (Y cable) D-Sub connector : 9 pins (female)
DOC129

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• By using the Y cable the MS can perform RS232C communication (D-sub 9-pin) at the same time
as connecting to an external power source.
• DOC25/26/27/1 are necessary when connecting EDC120/121 or DOC129 to DOC128.

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37. SPECIFICATIONS
Except where stated, the following specifications apply to both MS05AX and MS1AX.

Telescope
Length: 168mm
Aperture: 45mm (1.8 inch) (EDM/Auto Tracking :50mm (1.9 inch))
Magnification 30X
Image: Erect
Resolving power 2.5"
Field of view 1°30' (26m/1,000m)
Minimum focus: 1.3m (4.3ft)
Focussing screw: 1 speed
Reticle illumination: 5 brightness levels

Angle measurement
Horizontal and Vertical circles type:
Rotary absolute encoder scanning
IACS (Independent Angle Calibration System)
Yes
Angle units: Degree/Gon/Mil (selectable)
Minimum display: 0.1"(0.00002gon/0.0005mil)/0.5" (0.0001gon/0.002mil) (selectable)
Accuracy (ISO 17123-3 : 2001):MS05AX: 0.5" (0.00015gon/0.0025mil)
MS1AX: 1" (0.0003gon/0.005mil)
Collimation compensation: On/Off (selectable)
Measuring mode:
Horizontal angle: Right/Left (selectable)
Vertical angle: Zenith/Horizontal/Horizontal ±90°/% (selectable)

Tilt angle compensation

Type: Liquid 2-axis tilt sensor
Minimum display Same as setting for angle measurement
Range of compensation ±4’ (±0.0741gon)
Automatic compensator ON (V & H/V)/OFF (selectable)
Compensation constant Can be changed

Distance measurement
Measuring method: Coaxial phase-shift measuring system
Signal source: Red laser diode 690nm
Class 3R
(IEC60825-1 Ed. 2.0: 2007/FDA CDRH 21CFR Part1040.10 and
1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser
products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated
June 24, 2007.))
(When the prism, reflective sheet, or SMR is selected in Config mode
as target, the output is equivalent to Class 1).
Measuring range: (Using the following reflective prism/reflective sheet target under
good atmospheric conditions *1)
MS05AX:
Compact prism CP01AR 1.3 to 800 m (2,625ft)
Reflective sheet RS50N-R 1.3 to 200 m (656.2ft)
Standard prism AP01AR X1 1.3 to 3,500 m (11,483ft)
Reflectorless (White)*2 0.5 to 100m (328.1ft)

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Reflectorless (Gray)*3 0.5 to 50m (164.0ft)

MS1AX:
Compact prism CP01AR 1.3 to 1,000 m (3,281ft)
Reflective sheet RS50N-R 1.3 to 300 m (984.2ft)
Standard prism AP01AR X1 1.3 to 3,500 m (11,483ft)
Reflectorless (White)*2 0.5 to 400m (1,328ft)
Reflectorless (Gray)*3 0.5 to 200m (656ft)
Minimum display
MS05AX:
Fine/Rapid measurement: 0.00001 m (0.0001ft/ 1/64 inch)/0.0001 m (0.001ft/ 1/16 inch) (selectable)
Tracking measurement: 0.0001 m (0.001ft/ 1/16 inch)/0.001 m (0.001ft/ 1/8 inch) (selectable)
MS1AX:
Fine/Rapid measurement: 0.0001 m (0.001ft/ 1/16 inch)/0.001 m (0.01ft/ 1/8 inch) (selectable)
Tracking measurement: 0.001 m (0.01ft/ 1/8 inch)/0.01 m (0.1ft/ 1/2 inch) (selectable)
Maximum slope distance display:12000.0000 m (using prism, reflective sheet target or SMR),
1200.0000 m (reflectorless measurement)
Distance unit: m/ft/US ft/inch/US inch (selectable)
Accuracy: (ISO 17123-4 : 2001, Fine measurement)
MS05AX:
Using prism (AP/CP/SMR*4):
(0.8 + 1 ppm X D) mm
Using reflective sheet target RT1A (when facing the target):
(0.5 + 1 ppm X D) mm
Reflectorless*2 (when facing the target):
(1 + 1 ppm X D) mm
MS1AX:
Using prism (AP/CP): (1 + 1 ppm X D) mm
Using reflective sheet target RT1A (when facing the target):
(1 + 1 ppm X D) mm
Reflectorless*2: (when facing the target):
(2 + 1 ppm X D) mm (0.5 m to 200 m)
(5 + 10 ppm X D) mm (over 200 m to 350 m)
(10 + 10 ppm X D) mm (over 350 m to 400 m)
(D: measurement distance; Unit: mm; Under good atmospheric conditions*1)
Measurement mode: Fine measurement (single/repeat/average)/Rapid measurement
(single/repeat)/Tracking (selectable)
Measuring time (fastest time under good atmospheric conditions*1, no compensation, EDM ALC at
appropriate setting, slope distance):
Fine measurement 1.5 sec or less + every 0.9 sec or less
Rapid measurement 1.3 sec or less + every 0.6 sec or less
Tracking measurement 1.3 sec or less + every 0.4 sec or less
Atmospheric correction Temperature, pressure, humidity input/ppm input (selectable):
Earth curvature and refraction correction:
No/Yes K=0.14/Yes K=0.20 (selectable)
Scale factor setting 0.50000000 to 2.00000000 (in 0.00000001 steps)
Sea level correction No/Yes (selectable)

*1: No haze, visibility about 40 km, overcast, no scintillation.

*2: Figures when using Kodak Gray Card White side (reflection factor 90%) and brightness level
at object surface is less than 30000 lx (a little cloudy).

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*3: Figures when using Kodak Gray Card Gray side (reflection factor 18%) and brightness level
at object surface is less than 30000 lx (a little cloudy).
*4: Figures when using an SMR with aperture of 38 mm (1.5 inch), and optional accessory
Diaphragm (DPM2) attached to the objective lens.

Auto Tracking
Measuring method Pulse laser transmitter and image detector with co-axial optics
Signal source (emittted beam) infrared laser diode (980nm)
Class 1
(IEC60825-1 Ed. 2.0: 2007/FDA CDRH 21 CFR Part 1040.10 and
1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser
products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated
June 24, 2007.))
Viewing angle: ± 45’
Measuring range: H: 360° (full transit)
V: Elevation angle 70°, Depression angle 38°
Maximum Auto Tracking measurement range*5:
360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S*8: 600m (1,969 ft)
Mini pole prism OR1PA: 400 m (1,312 ft)
Compact prism CP01AR: 600 m (1,969 ft)
Standard prism AP01AR: 1000m (3,281 ft)
Minimum Auto Tracking measurement range:
Mini pole prism OR1PA/Compact prism CP01AR:
1.3 m
Standard prism AP01AR/360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S:
2m
Auto Tracking speed 14°/sec
(Prism moving at 5m/sec. at 20m distance)

Auto Pointing
Measuring method Pulse laser transmitter and image detector with co-axial optics
Signal source (emittted beam) infrared laser diode (980nm)
Class 1
(IEC60825-1 Ed. 2.0: 2007/FDA CDRH 21 CFR Part 1040.10 and
1040.11 (Complies with FDA performance standards for laser
products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated
June 24, 2007.))
Measuring range: H: 360° (full transit)
V: Elevation angle 70°, Depression angle 38°
Auto Pointing measurement range*5:
360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S*8: 600m (1,969 ft)
Mini pole prism OR1PA: 500 m (1,640 ft)
Compact prism CP01AR: 700 m (2,297 ft)
Standard prism AP01AR: 1,000 m (3,281 ft)
Reflective sheet RS50N-R*6:
50m (164 ft)
Minimum Auto Pointing measurement range:
Mini pole prism OR1PA/Compact prism CP01AR:
1.3 m
Standard prism AP01AR/360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S:*8:
2m

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Reflective sheet RS50N-R*6:5 m

Time to completed Auto Pointing*5 (When prism or SMR in field-of-view, at 100m distance. When
reflective sheet target (RS50N-R) in field-of-view, at 50m distance)
4 to 8 sec.
Sighting accuracy*5
ISO 17123-3 Standard prism AP01AR: 1" (1mm at 200 m)
Reflective sheet RS50N-R: 4" (1 mm at 50 m)
standard deviation (When "Standard" is selected in Centering mode and "Fine" is
selected in Accu. Search)
Prism/SMR*4 *9: 1.5 mm or less (equivalent angle)
(to less than 100 m), 3" or less
(100 m and over)
360° Prism ATP1/ATP1S:*8:2 mm or less (equivalent angle)
(to less than 100 m), 3"or less
(100 m and over)
Reflective sheet RS50N-R*6 *7:
2 mm (equivalent angle)
(When "Advanced" is selected in Cenering mode and "Fine" is
selected in Accu. Search)
Prism/SMR*4 *9: 1.0 mm or less (equivalent angle) (to
less than 100 m), 2" or less
(100 m and over)

*5: No haze, visibility over 20 km, slightly overcast (30000 lx or less), no scintillation.
*6: Figures when the Auto Pointing beam strikes within 15° of the reflective sheet target and
when contrast exists between the reflective sheet target and its background during indoor
operation.
*7: When using a reflective sheet for Auto Pointing, the size of sheet (10 to 50 mm) must be
selected to correspond to the distance being measured. Use smaller reflective sheets for
shorter distances.
*8: Figures when both the elevation and depression angles of the laser beam are within 15°
and the MS is facing the 360° Prism.
*9: When using SMR: Figures when the distance measurement/Auto Pointing beam strikes
within 10° of the square alignment position.

Reflector Prescan
Target type Prism
Number of targets detectable Max. 100
Maximum number of targets in field-of-view
8
Operable distance Up to 100 m
Measuring range same as Auto Pointing

Rapid 2D Monitoring
Target type Prism
Operable distance Up to 100 m
Measuring time 4.6 sec. per target (when 0.1" is selected)
4 sec. per target (when 0.5" is selected)
(Average time from 2nd target onwards, rotation angle of 10°, within
distance range of 10 to less than 50 m)
Accuracy same as Auto Pointing (no scintillation, 5000 lx or less)

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Motor
Type DC motor drive
Motion range 360°(Vertical and horizontal)
Rotation speed 60°/sec (at 20°C)
(Rotating time (when rotating 180°, tilt compensation off, at 20°C)
about 9 sec. (when 0.1" is selected)
about 8 sec. (when 0.5" is selected)
Fine motion Jog dials

Light
Light source: LED (white)
Visible range: Right and Left/Upward and Downward:
± 45’ or more
Brightness: 3 levels (bright/normal/dim)
Light pattern Blink/On (selectable)
Collimation axis offset 48 mm

Internal memory
Capacity 750 MB (includes memory for program files)

External memory
CF card (up to 4 GB, 3.3V type only)
USB flash memory (up to 4 GB)

Data transfer
Data input/output Asynchronous serial, RS232C compatible
USB USB Ver. 1.1, Host (Type A) and Client (Type miniB)
Card slot Compact Flash Type II-compatible

Handle
On-demand Remote Control System Beam Detector (RC-TS3/RC-TS3A handles)
Operable range (Slope distance when using RC-PR3/RC-PR4 under normal atmospheric
conditions*10)
Standard mode 2*11 to 100 m*12
Far mode 2*11 to 250 m*13
2*11 to 300 m*12
Maximum detecting area (vertical angle)
-40° to +30° (on the basis of horizontal direction)

*10: Slight haze, visibility about 20km, sunny periods, weak scintillation
*11: When there is almost no vertical interval between instrument height and the target height, MS
instrument height is 1.5 m, target height is 0.10 m at a horizontal distance of 1.8 m
*12 When the vertical interval between MS and the beam emitter of RC-PR3 is no more than 20m
*13: When the vertical interval between MS and the beam emitter of RC-PR3 is no more than 40m

On-demand Remote Control System Turning operation time (RC-TS3/RC-TS3A handles)

15 sec or less (until completion of rapid (single) measurement when
"Accu. search" set to "Rapid")

Bluetooth wireless communication (RC-TS3/H-BT1 handle)

Transmission method: FHSS (Telec-approved)

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Modulation: GFSK
Frequency band: 2.402 to 2.48GHz
Bluetooth profile SPP, DUN
Power class Class 1
Usable range to 300m
(No obstacles, few vehicles or sources of radio emissions/
interference in the near vicinity of the instrument, no rain)
Authentication Yes/No (selectable)

Power Supply
Power source: Rechargeable Li-ion battery BDC58
Working duration at 20 °C (Fine distance measurement (single) using Auto Pointing, repeated
every 30 sec in both Face 1 and Face 2):
BDC58: about 4 hours
BDC60 (external battery, optional accessory): about 7 hours
BDC61 (external battery, optional accessory): about 14.5 hours
Battery state indicator 4 levels
Auto power-off: 5 levels (5/10/15/30 min/Not set) (selectable)
Remote PWR-On function Yes (Via serial or Bluetooth connection (when RC-TS3/H-BT1
attached). (Bluetooth connection: up to 30 min only))
External power source: 7.2 to 12V
Required power 36 W (power ON)

Battery (BDC58)
Nominal voltage 7.2V
Capacity 4.3Ah
Dimensions 38 (W) x 70 (D) x 40 (H) mm
Weight about 195g

Charger (CDC68)
Input voltage: AC100 to 240V
Charging time per battery (at 25°C):
BDC58: about 4 hours
(Charging can take longer than the times stated above when
temperatures are either especially high or low.)
Charging temperature range:0 to 40°C
Storage temperature range: -20 to 65°C
Size: 94 (W) X 102 (D) X 36 (H) mm
Weight: about 170g

General
Operating system Windows CE Ver. 5.0
Display: 3.7 inch Transmissive TFT QVGA color LCD
Backlight LED: 0 to 8/Auto (selectable)
Touch panel Resistance-sensitive analog type
Keyboard 32 keys (power, edit, direct, cursor, numeric, soft function, operations,
power on, light)
Key backlight Yes
Trigger key Yes (right side)
Sensitivity of levels
Plate level 20"/2 mm

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Circular level 10'/2 mm

Optical plummet
Image Erect
Magnification 7X
Minimum focus 0.3 m
Calendar/clock function Yes
Laser-pointer function ON/OFF (selectable)
Laser radiation warning indicatorYes (lit continuously while laser emitted)
Operating temperature -20 to 50°C (no condensation)
Storage temperature range -30 to 70°C (no condensation)
Dust and water resistance IP64 (IEC 60529:2001)
Instrument height 192.5 mm from tribrach mounting surface
236 mm from tribrach bottom
Instrument size 201 (W) X 202 (D) X 375 (H) mm (display on Face1 only, handle
attached, excluding protruding sections)
201 (W) X 220 (D) X 375 (H) mm (display on each face, handle
attached, excluding protruding sections)
Handle size (RC-TS3/H-BC1/RC-TS3A/H-BT1)
180 (W) X 68 (D) X 86 (H) mm
Instrument weight (with battery, leveling base WA250, and H-BC1)
Display on one side 7.5 kg (16.5 lb)
Display on both sides 7.7 kg (16.9 lb)
Handle weight
RC-TS3 550g (1.2 lb)
H-BC1 447g (1.0 lb)
RC-TS3A 504g (1.1 lb)
H-BT1 478g (1.1 lb)

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38.1 High Accuracy with the 360° Prism

Sighting can be more accurately performed by facing the 360° Prism toward the MS. The 360° Prism
should be set up so that a pair of diametrically-opposed hexagonal points on its rubber flanges are
aligned with the sighting direction of the MS (see the diagram below).

: Hexagonal points
When using the ATP1S, the 360° Prism should be set up so that a pair of diametrically-opposed marks
on top of the prism are aligned with the sighting direction of the MS.

Prism sighting direction

38.2 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left, Face

Right Measurement

The 0 index of the vertical circle of your MS is almost 100% accurate, but when it is necessary to
perform particularly high precision angle measurements, you can eliminate any inaccuracy of the 0
index as follows.

G
• If the power is cut off, the vertical circle indexing is ineffective. Do it again every time the power is
turned on.

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• When indexing the vertical circle, sight the target manually.

PROCEDURE

1. Select "Obs.condition" in <Configuration>. Set "V

manual" (vertical circle indexing method) to "Yes".
C"30.1 Observation Conditions"

<V manual 0 set> is displayed.

2. Carefully level the instrument.

3. Accurately sight a clear target with a distance of

about 30m in the horizontal direction with the
telescope in face left.
Press [OK]. The MS rotates 180°.

4. Accurately sight the same target and press [OK]

to rotate the MS 180°. The vertical angle is
displayed.
This concludes the vertical circle indexing
procedure.

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39. REGULATIONS
Users must ensure that their instrument is compliant with the relevant regulations and legal restrictions
in place in the country of use.

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA)

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40. INDEX
A L
Accu. rotate.............................................. 59 Laser-pointer function...............................13
Accu. search ............................................ 58 Laser-pointer off .....................................195
Adjusting backlight brightness/turning the Laser radiation warning indicator .............13
reticle illumination and key backlight Light .........................................................13
ON/OFF ................................................. 193 Lost prism .................................................65
Atmospheric correction factor ................ 197
Automatic tilt angle compensation P
mechanism ............................................ 191 Peep sight ................................................13
Power-saving automatic cut-off/Backlight
B Off...........................................................194
Bluetooth connections ............................ 42 Power-saving automatic cut-off
Bluetooth device address ........................ 45 (Power on command) .............................194
Precautions when performing resection .102
C Prism check ............................................194
Centering mode ....................................... 59 Prism constant correction .......................197
Cold boot ................................................ 55 Problems Powering OFF ..........................56
Collimation correction ........................... 191
Color setting........................................... 195 R
Coordinate search JOB ........................ 178 Resection calculation process ................101
Cross Survey data review...................... 173 Resum function ........................................54
Current JOB .......................................... 178 Rules regarding the assigning of point
numbers to automatically calculated pegs .162
D Rules regarding the automatic assigning of
Date and Time ...................................... 212 point numbers to arbitrary points ..............163
Direction................................................. 172
S
E Scale correction......................................178
EDM ALC............................................... 194 Sea level collection.................................191
Eliminating parallax ................................. 62 Search operation during Auto Pointing.....59
G Slope area ..............................................133
SMR (Spherically Mounted Retroreflector)
Greater accuracy when sighting manually ...62
..................................................................29
H Srch method .............................................59
Horizontal angle settings ........... 83, 89, 97
T
I Trigger key ...............................................13
Inch (Fraction of an inch) ....................... 210 Turning operation .....................................67
Instrument height mark ........................... 13
V
K Vertical and Horizontal Jog dials ..............13
Key backlight ......................................... 194 V mode (vertical angle display method) .192

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