7010-0908 rvc tru reference manual

P O S I T I O N I N G S Y S T E M S

TopconReceiver Utility

Version 2.2

Part Number 7010-0908

Rev C

©Copyright Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc.February, 2011

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TOC

Table of Contents
Preface .................................................................... v
Terms and Conditions .......................................................... vManual Conventions ............................................................ ix

Chapter 1Getting Started ....................................................... 1-1

Starting Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) ............................. 1-1Main Window ...................................................................... 1-2

The Menu Bar ............................................................... 1-2The Tool Bar ................................................................. 1-3The Status Bar ............................................................... 1-4

Application Modes ............................................................... 1-4Register ................................................................................ 1-5About Topcon Receiver Utility ........................................... 1-6Setup .................................................................................... 1-8

General Settings ............................................................ 1-8Modems Detection ........................................................ 1-9

Exiting the Program ............................................................. 1-9

Chapter 2Connection .............................................................. 2-1

Connection Parameters ........................................................ 2-2Detecting Hardware ............................................................. 2-4Disconnection Auto Detection ............................................. 2-5

Chapter 3Simple Terminal ...................................................... 3-1

Terminal ............................................................................... 3-2Firmware .............................................................................. 3-6

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Chapter 4Receiver Managing ................................................. 4-1

Terminal .............................................................................. 4-3Information .......................................................................... 4-3Options ................................................................................ 4-5

Upload OAF .................................................................. 4-6Firmware Loader .......................................................... 4-9

Tools .................................................................................... 4-13Receiver Settings ................................................................. 4-14

Tracking ........................................................................ 4-15Positioning .................................................................... 4-18Ports .............................................................................. 4-21Power ............................................................................ 4-26Auto Seed ...................................................................... 4-27

Point List ................................................................ 4-28Add New Point ....................................................... 4-29

Volume Control ............................................................ 4-30Bluetooth ....................................................................... 4-31

Status ................................................................................... 4-32Position ......................................................................... 4-32Data Link ...................................................................... 4-34SVs List ........................................................................ 4-34Sky Plot ......................................................................... 4-37Scatter Plot .................................................................... 4-38Position in Time ............................................................ 4-39Logging ......................................................................... 4-40

Logging Messages .................................................. 4-41Site Configuration .................................................. 4-44

File Explorer ........................................................................ 4-45Files ............................................................................... 4-45Logs .............................................................................. 4-49MINTER ....................................................................... 4-50AFRM ........................................................................... 4-51

GMS/GRS Tools ................................................................. 4-52Receiver ........................................................................ 4-55Modem .......................................................................... 4-56Compass ........................................................................ 4-57Camera .......................................................................... 4-59

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LDM (Range Finder) ..................................................... 4-60

Chapter 5Modem Managing ................................................... 5-1

Terminal ............................................................................... 5-2Settings ................................................................................ 5-2

General Information ...................................................... 5-3Modem Settings ............................................................ 5-3Modem Functions .......................................................... 5-3

Chapter 6Digital UHF Modem ................................................ 6-1

General Information ............................................................. 6-1Modem Settings ................................................................... 6-2Modem Functions ................................................................ 6-5

Chapter 7FH915 Plus Modem ................................................ 7-1

General Information ............................................................. 7-1Modem Settings ................................................................... 7-2

Chapter 8Satel Modem ........................................................... 8-1

General Information ............................................................. 8-1Modem Settings ................................................................... 8-2Modem Functions ................................................................ 8-4

Chapter 9Cinterion HC25/HC28/HC28J Modems ................. 9-1

Settings .......................................................................... 9-1Functions ....................................................................... 9-3

Chapter 10Wavecom GSM/CDMA Modem .............................. 10-1

Wavecom GSM ............................................................. 10-1General Information ............................................... 10-1Modem Settings ...................................................... 10-2

Wavecom CDMA .......................................................... 10-2General Information ............................................... 10-2

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Settings ................................................................... 10-3Modem Functions ................................................... 10-4

Chapter 11Motorola G24 Modem ............................................. 11-1

General Information ............................................................ 11-1Modem Settings ................................................................... 11-2

Chapter 12Topcon UHF460 Modem ......................................... 12-1

General Information ............................................................ 12-1Modem Settings ................................................................... 12-2

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Preface

Preface
Thank you for purchasing your Topcon receiver, survey product or accessory (the “Product”). The materials available in this manual (the “Manual”) have been prepared by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. (“TPS”) for owners of Topcon products. This Manual is designed to assist owners with the use of software (the “Software”) to be used with the Product and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”).
NOTICENOTICE

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.

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Terms and Conditions

LICENSE AGREEMENT – Use of the Software and any other computer programs or software supplied by TPS or downloaded from a TPS website (the “Software”) to be used with a Topcon Product constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions in this Manual and an agreement to abide by these Terms and Conditions. The user is granted a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use such Software under the terms stated herein and in any case only with a single Product or single computer. You may make one (1) backup copy of the Software. Otherwise, the Software may not be copied or reproduced. You may not assign or transfer the Software or this license without the express written consent of TPS. This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate the license at any time by destroying the Software and Manual. TPS may terminate the license if you fail to comply with any of the Terms or Conditions. You agree to destroy the Software and manual upon termination of your use of the Product. All ownership, copyright and other intellectual property rights in and to the Software belong to TPS. If these license terms are not acceptable, return any unused Software and the Manual.

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Manual Conventions

Manual ConventionsThis manual uses the following conventions:

Example Explanation

File Exit Tap/press the File menu then tap/press Exit.

Ctrl+M Press the ‘Ctrl’ and ‘M’ keys.

Export Tap/press the button or key labeled Export.

Name Indicates a field or tab on a dialog box or screen.

Export OAF Indicates the name of a dialog box or screen.

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Supplementary information that can help you configure, maintain, or set up a system.

NOTICENOTICE

Supplementary information that can have an affect on system operation, system performance, measurements, or personal safety.

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Chapter 1

Getting Started
Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) is a hardware configuration software available for installation on desktop computers and hand-held controllers (Mobile devices).
This manual describes Mobile version 2.2 of TRU with the Base license type of register intended for general users.

TRU is primarily designed for advanced users who need to configure the receiver hardware, or peripheral devices (internal, and external modems, Bluetooth boards, etc.).

TRU has three modes, Terminal, Receiver Managing and Modem Managing.

Starting Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU)TRU can be installed on a PC with Microsoft Windows 2000 or later, or into controllers with Microsoft Windows CE.NET 4.2 or later, or Windows Mobile 5.0 or later. Two type of installers are available: one for PC and one for Mobile devices.

To install TRU onto the controller, run the Mobile Installer on the PC. The Installer automatically detects the mobile platform connected to the PC (CPU, OS, specific hardware), and installs an appropriate edition of TRU onto the controller. After installation, shortcuts on the desktop and in the Program menu are created.

To start TRU, double-click the shortcut or launch the application from the Start menu. The main application window displays (Figure 1-1).

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Main WindowThe TRU main window consists of a menu bar, tools area, status bar.

Figure 1-1. Main Window

The Menu BarThe menu bar has the following components:

• Device – contains options, which allow connecting to a device, changing connection, hardware specific parameters, and the application mode.

Figure 1-2. Device Menu

• View – shows or hides the status bar.

Figure 1-3. View Menu

Menu bar

Tools area

Status bar

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• Help – contains options that allow updating registration and viewing information on the current version and edition of TRU.

Figure 1-4. Help Menu

The Tool BarThe tool area contains icons for the tools included in the current mode. Each tool is designated by an icon. An icon with the pictogram

opens icons of the next menu level.

Figure 1-5. Receiver Settings Submenu

NOTICENOTICE

The tool area is inactive until a connection to a device is established (the connection icon in the status bar is green).

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The Status BarThe status bar shows the current mode, and the connection status icon (the green icon indicates that the device is connected with TRU, the gray indicates that there is no connection). You can hide the status bar by unchecking the Status Bar option under the View menu in the menu bar.

Application ModesTopcon Receiver Utility has three main modes:

• Simple Terminal – In this mode, TRU is used only as a terminal. This mode is also used for firmware updating of inoperative receivers. For details on this mode, see “Simple Terminal” on page 3-1.

• Receiver Managing (default) – In this mode, TRU is used for configuring receiver hardware. For details on this mode, see “Receiver Managing” on page 4-1.

• Modem Managing - In this mode, TRU is used to configure modems. For details on this mode, see “Modem Managing” on page 5-1.

You can choose the application mode from the Device menu:

Figure 1-6. Application Modes


Register

RegisterTo view or update your license for using the Application, click Help Register. The Register dialog displays (Figure 1-7).

• License Type – shows the current license type. It can be Base, Dealer or Engineering. The Base version is intended for general users. The Dealer and Engineering licenses allow some additional options in managing modems, for example, creating CCX files for Digital UHF modems.

NOTICENOTICE

This manual desribes the Base version of TRU.

• Update the license – If you know the Serial Number for your Computer UID, you are able to change the Base license type for other license.

Figure 1-7. Base License

Press the Update the license button, to view the UID number for your computer. Enter an appropriate serial number to view the license type which this number corresponds to, and click the OK button to save the update (Figure 1-8 on page 1-6).

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Figure 1-8. License Updating

About Topcon Receiver UtilityClick Help About in the main menu to display information about the Application: version number of software and date created, application edition and the name of publishing company (Figure 1-9):

Figure 1-9. About Topcon Receiver Utility

Table 1-1 lists Application editions for Mobile devices currently available.

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When installing the Application, the Mobile Installer will automatically select the appropriate edition for the controller.


About Topcon Receiver Utility

NOTICENOTICE

We guarantee the Application will work on any Topcon controller listed in Table 1-1. We also support 3rd party controllers, but there is no guarantee that the Application will work on any 3rd party controller. Every mobile device has its own and unique OS edition, and the OS may not have components necessary for the Application to function properly.

Table 1-1. TRU Editions and Supported Platforms

# Edition CPU OS Topcon controllers

3rd party controllers Bluetooth

1 Universal ARMV4 CE.NET 4.2-5.99

- Any No

2 FC-100 ARMV4 CE.NET 4.2-5.99

FC-100/2000

- No

3 FC-200 ARMV4I CE.NET 5.0-5.99

FC-110/120/200

- Microsoft

4 FC-2200 ARMV4I CE.NET 5.0-5.99

FC-2200FC-2500

- AveLink

5 GMS-2 ARMV4I CE.NET 5.0-5.99

GMS-2 - GMS-2

6 GMS-2 Pro

ARMV4I CE.NET 5.0-5.99

GMS-2 Pro - Microsoft

7 Universal ARMV4I Windows Mobile 5.0-5.99

FC-110/120/200/250

Any Microsoft

8 Universal ARMV4I Windows Mobile 6.0-6.99

GRS-1FC-25

Any Microsoft

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SetupTo change general-purpose parameters, select Device Setup from the main menu.

The Setup dialog box contains two tabs, General and Modems (Figure 1-10 on page 1-8).

General SettingsThe General tab allows you to toggle between geodetic and Cartesian coordinate systems.

• Coordinate System – selects either Geodetic (Latitude, Longitude, Altitude) or Cartesian (X,Y,Z) coordinate system in which you want to view information in the Status dialogs.

Figure 1-10. Setup/General-purpose Settings


Exiting the Program

Modems DetectionThe Modems tab shows that automatic mode is set for detection of the modem: Manual Selection is not allowed for the Base license type in TRU (Figure 1-11).

Figure 1-11. Setup/Modem Detection Mode

Exiting the ProgramFrom within the Main window (see Figure 1-1 on page 1-2), there are two ways to exit the program:

1. Select Device Exit from the menu of the Main window.

2. Tap the X in the top right-hand corner of the Main window (the "close" system button).

After one of the methods above is used to begin closing the program, the Application will verify exiting. Answer Yes to exit TRU. Select No to return to the program.

NOTICENOTICE

The “X” system button only closes the Application from the Main window. From within any subwindow, this button returns to the window of the upper level.

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Chapter 2

Connection
To establish a connection to the device, select Device Connect from the main menu (Figure 2-1).
Figure 2-1. Connect Device

The Connection Parameters dialog box displays (see Figure 2-2 on page 2-2).

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Connection

Connection ParametersThe Connection Parameters dialog box displays different parameters, depending on the current application mode (Figure 2-2).

Figure 2-2. Connection Parameters

• Connect Using – select either Serial Port or Bluetooth for communication.

NOTICENOTICE

Bluetooth transport may not be available in the following situations: the device-specific Bluetooth stack is not supported by the Application, or the Bluetooth power is turned off. If the Bluetooth power is off, please turn on the Bluetooth power before using the Bluetooth manager.

NOTICENOTICE

If the Application edition for the specified platform doesn’t support the installed Bluetooth stack, please use virtual serial ports provided by Bluetooth manager for your Bluetooth radio.


Connection Parameters

• Port name – shows physical and friendly name for the port. The Application remembers the last used transport, and the last successful port/device name for every transport, so it is easy to connect to the same device.

If there is a friendly name for the port/device, you will see both the friendly and physical name. Otherwise, only the physical name is displayed. Press the list button to choose a port from the Select Port dialog (Figure 2-3).

• Receiver Port – specially for GMS-2, GMS-2 Pro and GRS-1 platforms selects the port to perform connection through an external receiver (the External Receiver box is checked).

• Connect – press to establish the last successfull connection or press to choose a port for connection. The Select Port (or Searching) dialog box displays.

The Select Port dialog box also displays both friendly and physical names (if available).

Figure 2-3. Select Port / Context Menu

On the Select Port dialog box, click and hold on either a Friendly or Port name to either select the port or get the device information (Figure 2-4 on page 2-4) on that port.

Use the context menu to refresh the contents of the Select Port dialog box, and open the Device Info dialog box to view information about the selected serial port or Bluetooth device.

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Connection

Figure 2-4. Device Information

The Device Info dialog box shows both the physical and friendly names of the serial port or Bluetooth device. The Class of Device for Bluetooth devices also displays.

Detecting HardwarePressing the Connect button on the Connection Parameters dialog box (see Figure 2-2 on page 2-2) establishes a connection to the device’s port you selected.

When TRU is in Simple Terminal mode, it just opens the port. The Application will neither try to detect the hardware connected to the port, nor change the port settings.

When TRU is in Receiver Managing mode, it will attempt to detect the device connected to the port.

When detecting a receiver, the Detecting Receiver dialog box (Figure 2-5 on page 2-5) displays. An ActiveSync animated icon and a Cancel button displays. Additional parameters display when using serial transport, i.e., baud rate and flow control as shown in Figure 2-5 on page 2-5.


Disconnection Auto Detection

Figure 2-5. Detecting a Receiver

Press the Cancel button to terminate the process.

TRU always remembers the last successful port settings. When you try to establish a new connection, TRU first tries to use the last selected settings. The connection is established right away if you are connecting to the same device.

When the Application is in Modem Managing mode, and auto detection is setup, it tries to detect a modem at the time of connection. If there is no modem, or if it doesn't respond, a connection cannot be established.

When detecting a modem, the Detecting Modem dialog displays identical to the Detecting Receiver dialog box.

Disconnection Auto DetectionWhen in Receiver Managing or Modem Managing mode, TRU periodically checks if the device is still connected by obtaining the receiver ID. If connection to the device is lost, an error message displays (Figure 2-6).

Figure 2-6. Error Message – Connection to Receiver is Lost

TRU then closes the established connection and makes the tool area inactive. TRU will not try to reconnect to the device. You must choose an appropriate application mode and transport, then initialize a new connection by selecting Device Connect from the main menu.

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Connection

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Disconnection auto detection does not work when in: - Simple Terminal mode while using any tool, - Receiver Managing mode while using the Terminal or Firmware Upload tool, - Modem Managing mode while using any tool.

NOTICENOTICE

When using a Bluetooth connection the OS can notify the Application that the connection has physically been broken (e.g., the remote device was switched off, or it was moved too far from the controller). In that case, TRU also closes the established connection irrespective of the current application mode or active tool.


Chapter 3

Simple Terminal
In Simple Terminal mode, Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) does not:
• detect a device

• adjust port settings

• send any data to the port

This mode is intended for advanced users. Everything is decided by the user in this pure manual mode.

Simple Manual mode can be used for the following:

• when you want to connect to a device that TRU doesn’t support.

• when you need to export firmware files to an inoperative receiver that cannot even be detected (e.g., if the previous firmware update has not been completed, and the receiver cannot be detected in Receiver Managing mode).

If you choose Simple Terminal mode, you will see the following icons in the main screen (Figure 3-1):

Figure 3-1. Simple Terminal – Main Window

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Table 3-1 describes the tool icons.

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To make the tool area active, first establish a port connection on the controller using the Connect option from the Device menu.

TerminalClick the Terminal icon to open the Terminal dialog box (Figure 3-2).

Figure 3-2. Simple Terminal Screen

Table 3-1. Tool Icons

Button Description

Simple terminal icon

Firmware updating icon


Terminal

• The Terminal screen allows you to send commands through the selected port using the edit area at the bottom of the dialog box, and the Send button. The combo box remembers previous commands, which can be selected from the drop-down list at the bottom of the dialog.

• The status bar in the lower part of the dialog shows the current state of transport for specific signals.

• The menu icon in the lower right corner of the Terminal dialog box opens the pop-up menu of four options (Figure 3-3).

Figure 3-3. Terminal Pop-up Menu

• Clear View – clears the main view.

• Send File – sends a file, that contains either commands or binary data.

NOTICENOTICE

The Send File option sends files as is. The Application will not change encoding or charset, add carriage returns, or line feed characters.

• Escape Functions – opens the Escape dialog box to send transport specific commands.

Menu Icon

Status Bar

Main View

Combo Box/Drop-Down List

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Figure 3-4. Escape Dialog Box – Send Transport Specific Commands

• Port Settings – opens the Port Settings dialog box to adjust port settings (see Figure 3-5 on page 3-4).

Figure 3-5. Port Settings Dialog Box – (for serial transport)

NOTICENOTICE

When the Application is in Simple Terminal mode, it does not change port settings.


Terminal

NOTICENOTICE

Port settings depend on the OS. Usually the OS for the PC remembers the previous port state, so if the port baud rate was changed, the assigned value will be kept. CE.NET and Windows Mobile will usually reset port settings by default. I.e., the next time you open a serial port, you should adjust port settings again.

• Simple Mode – if the Simple Mode item is selected, the terminal works in a similar way as HyperTerminal. Every time you press a key the key code is immediately sent to the connected device . If not selecting the Simple Mode, you have to compose a command in the edit box, then press either the Send button or Enter, and only after that the entered text (ended with carriage return and line feed) will be sent to the connected device.

• ASCII/HEX – toggles text/HEX mode.

• Text Size – sets the size of the text (Largest, Larger, Normal, Smaller, Smallest).

• Bytes in a Row – selects the number of bytes in a row, and whether you want to display the left hand (data) pane and the right hand (character) pane. This option applies to HEX mode only.

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Simple Terminal

FirmwareClick the Firmware icon to upload the firmware files to a non-functioning receiver. The Upload Firmware dialog box displays.

Figure 3-6. Upload Firmware

• Device – selects the device from the drop-down list, either Receiver/Modem or Power Board.

• Firmware – press the folder icon to select the firmware files that correspond to the device.

• Capture Method – only the Power On capture method is available.

• Start – press to begin uploading firmware to the receiver in Receiver Managing mode.

NOTICENOTICE

Normally firmware updating is performed in Receiver Managing mode. However, if a receiver becomes inoperative, e.g., the previous receiver firmware updating was not successful; only the Simple Terminal mode will be available for use. The firmware updating process in Simple Terminal mode is similar to that described in Chapter 4, “Receiver Managing”. There is only one exception: when in Simple Terminal mode, only the Power ON capture method is available.


Chapter 4

Receiver Managing
Receiver Managing mode is intended for configuring Topcon GNSS receivers and firmware updating of GNSS receivers, internal modems, power, and Bluetooth boards.
When in Receiver Managing mode, the Application tries to detect a receiver at the time of connection. If there is no receiver, or if it doesn’t respond, a connection cannot be established.

In Receiver Managing mode, you will see the following icons in the tools area (Figure 4-1):

Figure 4-1. Receiver Managing – Main Window

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Initially, the Tools area is inactive. To make the tools area active, first establish a port connection on the PC using the Connect option from the Device menu (For details on connection, see Chapter 2.)

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Receiver Managing

Table 4-1 describes the icons in Receiver Managing mode.

Table 4-1. Receiver Managing Tools Icons

Icon Description

Opens the Terminal to adjust port settings.

View receiver information.

Current receiver options and allows uploading OAF files.

Updates firmware.

Opens a dialog that allows clearing NVRAM, or resetting the receiver.

Configures a receiver.

Displays the receiver status (coordinates, list of satellites, sky plot, etc).

Manages log files (deletes, download, upload, restores deleted), initializes file system.


Terminal

Terminal

Click on the Terminal icon to use the same terminal dialog as

that shown in Simple Terminal mode (see Figure 3-2 on page 3-2).

There is only one difference between Simple Terminal and Receiver Managing modes. While in Simple Terminal mode you have to manually adjust port settings (for a serial cable connection). In Receiver Managing mode the Application itself adjusts the port settings automatically.

InformationClick on the Information icon to view receiver information. The Receiver Info dialog box displays basic information about the currently connected receiver (hardware and firmware versions, RAM size, batteries condition, etc.):

Figure 4-2. Receiver Information

• Name – the name of a parameter.

• Value – the current value of the parameter.

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Receiver Managing

NOTICENOTICE

Parameters not supported by the receiver are not shown.

• Refresh – refreshes the parameter list.

• Save to File – saves the receiver parameters and options to a text file. By default the TRU sets the <receiver ID>.txt file name.

Figure 4-3. Information File Example


Options

OptionsClick on the Options icon to manage receiver options. The Receiver Options dialog box displays (Figure 4-4) that allows you to view the current authorization options and upload new ones.

Figure 4-4. Receiver Options

• Option Name – displays the current names for the receiver options.

NOTICENOTICE

The options list depends on the firmware version loaded into the receiver.

• Current – indicates whether the option is in force at the present or not.

• Purchased – indicates whether the option is purchased or not.

• Leased – indicates whether the option is leased or not.

• Exp. Date – indicates the date the leased option will be disabled, if applicable.

• Refresh – refreshes contents of the options.

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Receiver Managing

• Upload OAF – uploads a new OAF file. By default, TRU offers to use the <receiver ID>.tpo file name. The Open dialog box displays to select a desired file (Figure 4-5).

• Save to File – saves the dialog contents to a text file. By default, TRU sets the <receiver ID>.opt.txt file name (Figure 4-6).

Figure 4-5. Select an OAF file

Upload OAFAfter pressing the Upload OAF button from the Receiver Options dialog box, you will be asked to enter the full path name of a file that contains new authorization options for the receiver. select a desired file and press OK on the Open dialog.

Then Upload OAF dialog displays information about the selected

OAF file (Figure 4-6 on page 4-7). Press the Folder icon to select another OAF if needed.

Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) initially checks to see if the file you selected is compatible with the currently connected receiver. Press the Upload the File to the Receiver button to start loading the file.


Options

Figure 4-6. Upload OAF

If you chose a file not intended for this receiver, TRU displays an error icon next to the Receiver ID and disables the Upload the File to the Receiver button (Figure 4-7).

Figure 4-7. Selecting Wrong OAF

After you press the Upload the File to the Receiver button, the contents of the dialog box will change. It will show the options that have been installed with the new OAF, and the progress bar (Figure 4-8 on page 4-8).

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Figure 4-8. Options Uploading in Progress

If you are updating authorization options for a TruPath receiver, or another receiver model that supports the new Digest cipher, neither option names, nor the result will be displayed. When the OAF file is uploaded to the receiver, the TRU will display a message box informing you about the results (Figure 4-9).

If an OAF file is uploaded to the receiver, the Application will offer to reset the receiver to put new authorization options into operation (see Figure 4-9).

Figure 4-9. Reset the Receiver?


Options

Firmware LoaderTo upload firmware files to Topcon receivers, press the Firmware Loader icon. The Upload Firmware dialog box displays (Figure 4-10 on page 4-10). This dialog allows you to upload firmware files to the receiver that is connected to the computer and has the following parameters:

NOTICENOTICE

Don’t use a Bluetooth connection (either native Bluetooth connection, or via a virtual serial port) when updating firmware. The Firmware updating procedure resets the receiver to switch it into firmware updating mode. Resetting the Receiver may break the Bluetooth connection and this in turn may interrupt the firmware uploading process.

NOTICENOTICE

Be extremely attentive when selecting firmware updating parameters, especially when updating modem firmware. Some modem models don’t allow terminating of the firmware updating process. So if you choose incorrect parameter combinations, or interrupt the firmware updating process, it may damage your equipment. If this happens, and you cannot update firmware using even the Power On capture, you will need to have the hardware serviced.

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Figure 4-10. Upload Firmware

• Device – select either Receiver/Modem or Power Board from the Device drop-down list.

TIP TIP

If you are updating firmware for a power board, you must select Power Board from the combo box. In other cases (if you are updating GPS, modem, or Bluetooth firmware), you must select the Receiver/Modem option.

• Firmware – specify the full path to firmware files corresponding to the device by pressing the folder icon or enter the full path manually.

TIP TIP

If you are updating power board firmware, you should specify only the path to the RAM file (it usually has an .ldr extension). In other cases you should specify full paths to both RAM and Flash files (the flash file usually has an .ldp extension).


Options

NOTICENOTICE

Attention GMS-2, and GMS-2 Pro users. Firmware for the GMS receiver board consists of one RAM file and two Flash files (usually Master.ldp, and Slave.ldp). You have to update receiver firmware in two iterations. The first time you should select the RAM file and the first Flash file. Once firmware is successfully uploaded, you should select the same RAM file, and the other Flash file, and repeat firmware upgrading.

• Capture Method – select either the Soft Break, or the Power ON capture method. If you select the Soft Break method, the receiver will be switched into firmware updating mode through the software. If you select the Power ON capture method, after you press the Start button, you will need to press the reset button on the receiver, or turn it off, then on again.

NOTICENOTICE

Attention GMS-2, GMS-2 Pro, and GRS-1 users. If you are updating firmware using the Power ON capture method when connecting to the internal GMS receiver, you will not have to reset the receiver. The Application does it automatically.

• Start – press to begin uploading firmware to the receiver in Receiver Managing mode. After you press the button, it toggles to Cancel. Pressing this button terminates the firmware updating process.

NOTICENOTICE

If the firmware updating process for a device has not been completed, the device may become inoperative.

After the firmware updating process has been successful (uploaded), the following message displays (see Figure 4-11 on page 4-12):

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Figure 4-11. Successful Updating Firmware

Otherwise, one of the following error messages found in Table 4-2 will display.

To detect and fix the problem, please use troubleshooting procedures described in Table 4-2 below.

Table 4-2. Firmware Updating Error Messages, and Troubleshooting

Error Message Troubleshooting

Unknown error Repeat firmware updating. If the error repeats, please contact your dealer or manufacturer. It usually means that there is a hardware problem, or your Flash file was corrupted.

The RAM file is not compatible with the hardware

The RAM (.ldr) file you selected is not compatible with your hardware. Please select appropriate .ldr file and repeat firmware updating.

The Flash file is not compatible with the hardware

The Flash (.ldp) file you selected is not compatible with your hardware. Please select the appropriate .ldp file and repeat firmware updating.

The specified device requires a newer version of the loader

The version of the Application you are using cannot upload firmware to your device. You need to receive a more recent Application version from your dealer.

The RAM file, checksum is incorrect Repeat firmware updating. If the error repeats, it means that the RAM file you have was corrupted, and it needs to be replaced with correct RAM file.

No response from the device Usually this means that the device was disconnected from the controller. Make sure that a cable is reliably attached to both the device, and the controller, and repeat firmware updating.


Tools

ToolsThe Tools icon opens the Send Command dialog box that allows you to reset the receiver and to clear the NVRAM.

Figure 4-12. Send Command

• Reset Receiver – performs a hardware reset that functionally equivalent to turning the power off and then back on. Resetting the receiver leaves all files intact.

Typical use of this tool is to apply certain settings which require a hardware reset. After a receiver reset operation, the receiver requires a few seconds to a few minutes to begin tracking satellites and logging data.

• Clear NVRAM – clears the receiver’s Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) that holds data required for satellite tracking, such as ephemeris data and position, and also keeps the current receiver’s settings, such as active antenna input, elevation masks, etc.

Clearing the NVRAM will not delete any files from the receiver. It will reset the receiver to factory default settings.

Typical use is after loading a new firmware, and sometimes to eliminate communication or tracking problems. After clearing the NVRAM, the receiver will require some time to collect new ephemerides and almanacs (around 15 minutes).

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• Factory Reset – restores default values of the receiver parameters that were changed for a particular application; globally resets the receiver to factory default settings.

Receiver SettingsThe Receiver Settings icon opens a submenu, which contains a set of tools for receiver configuration.

Figure 4-13. Receiver Settings Submenu

Table 4-3 describes the tools icons for Receiver Settings.

Table 4-3. Tools Icons for Receiver Settings

Icon Description

Opens the Tracking dialog to change receiver tracking parameters.

Opens the Positioning dialog to change positioning mode and enable a desired solution type.


Receiver Settings

The Back icon returns to the previous screen.

TrackingThe Tracking icon opens the Tracking Options dialog, which consists of three tabs: Antenna, Observation and Advanced.

The Antenna tab allows changing the tracking antenna type used with the connected receiver (either Internal, External, or Auto) if the connected receiver is capable of tracking satellites with internal and external antennas (Figure 4-14 on page 4-16).

• Current Input – shows the antenna type currently used with the connected receiver: either Internal or External.

Opens the Ports dialog to change parameters for ports configuration.

Opens the Power dialog to change power parameters.

Opens the Auto Seed dialog to enable Auto seed functionality.

Opens the Volume Control dialog to change volume parameters on Topcon HiPer II receiver.

Opens the Bluetooth dialog to change Bluetooth parameters.

Table 4-3. Tools Icons for Receiver Settings

Icon Description

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Figure 4-14. Tracking Options, Antenna

The Observation tab allows changing parameters for satellites observation (see Figure 4-15).

Figure 4-15. Tracking Options, Observation

• Elevation mask – sets the minimum elevation angle above the horizon in degrees for satellites:

– Satellites Tracking: from which the receiver will record data. The default value is 5 degrees.

– Position Computation: which the receiver will use to compute position. The default value is 5 degrees.


Receiver Settings

• PDOP mask for position computation – the receiver will not compute positions over the corresponding epochs while PDOP exceeds the entered threshold value. The default is 30.

The Advanced tab allows changing advanced signal processing parameters (Figure 4-16).

• Anti-jamming – if available for the connected receiver, enables suppression of narrow-band interference for GPS, GLONASS, L1, L2 signals, for auto-detected or manually selected bands affected by interference.

• C/A code multipath reduction – when selected, enables the use of a special signal processing technique for reduction of C/A code phase multipath.

• C/A carrier phase multipath reduction – when selected, enables the use of a special signal processing technique for reduction of C/A carrier phase multipath.

• Cinderella – when selected, enables the Cinderella option which sets all receiver options to their maximum allowable values for 24 hours every other Tuesday at GPS midnight.

• Static Co-Op tracking – when selected, allows only the static receiver to use satellites with low signal-to-noise ratios.

Figure 4-16. Tracking Options, Advanced

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PositioningThe Positioning icon opens the Positioning dialog, which consists of two tabs: General and SBAS.

The General tab allows changing positioning mode, and enabling solutions (see Figure 4-17 on page 4-18).

• Positioning Mode – selects a positioning mode for the receiver.

• Enable Solutions – selects the type of solution to use for Rover receivers.

– Standalone: for a Rover receiver run in differential mode, reports the current standalone position if a DGPS (or RTK) position is unavailable in the current epoch.

– Code Differential (DGPS): for a Rover receiver run in RTK Float or RTK Fixed mode unable to obtain an RTK solution at the current epoch, outputs the current code differential position. If enabled and Code Differential solution cannot be obtained, enable Standalone to have the receiver output single-point positions for the unavailable differential positions. This mode requires the Base (Reference) receiver to broadcast Code Differential (not RTK) messages and the Rover receiver to receive these messages. If either of these requirements is not met, enabling Code Differential will have no effect.

Figure 4-17. Positioning - General


Receiver Settings

The SBAS tab allows configuring WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS.

The receiver board has a number of independent channels that can be allocated to SBAS satellites, including the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), the European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS), and the MTSAT Satellite-based Augmentation System (MSAS). Either channel can track any one of the SBAS satellites.

To make the receiver track a SBAS satellite, select the corresponding SBAS USI (Universal Satellite Identifier).

Table 4-4 shows USI’s allocated to SBAS satellites.

@ Phased out July 30th, 2007* New WAAS satellite

GR-3, and TG-3 based receivers can track multiple SBAS satellites at a time. For such receivers connected, the SBAS page displays (see Figure 4-18 on page 4-20).

Table 4-4. SBAS Satellites

System Name USI NMEA Satellite ID

WAAS AOR-W 122 35@

Anik 138 51*

POR 134 47@

PanAm 135 48*

EGNOS AOR-E 120 33

Artemis 124 37

IOR-W 126 39

IOR-E 131 44

MSAS MTSAT-1 129 42

MTSAT-2 137 50

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Figure 4-18. Positioning - SBAS (GR-3, TG-3-based receivers)

• Tracking Satellites – lists USI’s of all SBAS satellites. Check mark corresponding boxes to allow the receiver to track selected SBAS satellites. Use the pop-up menu options to enable or disable all satellites. Press and hold the stylus anywhere in the satellites field to open this menu.

• Interpret message #0 as – Enables and disables the receiver to use any data from SBAS satellites if message type 0 is being broadcast. The values:

– 0: the receiver will not substitute message type 0 and therefore will not use any data from the SBAS satellite.

– [1...99]: the receiver will substitute the selected message type for message type 0 and therefore will interpret message type 0 as a message with the selected type.

• Use Iono Corrections – Enables and disables the receiver to apply ionospheric delay corrections broadcast by a SBAS satellite to the GPS satellites.

The receivers other than GR-3 and TG-3 based have two independent channels that can be allocated to SBAS satellites. Either channel can track any one of the SBAS satellites. For such receivers connected, the SBAS page will be as follows on the Figure 4-19 on page 4-21:


Receiver Settings

• True SBAS USI number – Outputs true USIs in SI messages rather than associated with a GPS USI.

Figure 4-19. Positioning - SBAS (old receivers)

PortsThe Ports icon opens the Receiver Ports dialog, which displays all ports available in the connected receiver. TRU with the Base license type supports Serial, USB and TCP ports (expand these trees for details).

Figure 4-20. Receiver Ports

Double-tap a desired port name to change settings for configuring the selected port.

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For Serial ports, you can change these parameters (Figure 4-21).

Figure 4-21. Serial Port Properties

• Input Mode: specifies the type of data to input on the selected port.

– none: the port will reject any incoming data.

– cmd: the port is in command mode and will recognize user-sent commands.

– echo: the port is in echo mode and will redirect all incoming data to an output stream, either another port or the current log file.

– rtsm: the receiver recognizes and decodes RTCM version 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 messages accepted on the corresponding port.

– rtsm3: the receiver recognizes and decodes RTCM version 3.0 messages accepted on the corresponding port.

– cmr: the port recognizes and decodes accepted CMR/CMR+ messages.

– jps: the port recognizes and decodes accepted TPS messages.

– omni: the port recognizes and decodes OmniSTAR VBS corrections.

• Baud Rate, Stop Bits, Parity, Byte Size: set serial port parameters for communication with an external device connected to this port.


Receiver Settings

• RTS/CTS: enables/disables hardware handshaking for the port (if enabled, the external device must support this mode).

• Messages: opens the Messages dialog to configure output messages on the corresponding port (Figure 4-22).

Figure 4-22. Output Messages

Press and hold your stylus on the screen. The pop-up menu appears that has options to add or edit or remove messages. The receiver will keep the customized message set in the NVRAM for further usage.

• Add new message: opens the Receiver Message dialog to add a new message to the list of messages.

Figure 4-23. Receiver Message

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Use the button to select the new message. The Receiver Message List opens with a list of available messages. Expand the trees, select the desired message, and click OK to see it in the Message field (see Figure 4-23 on page 4-23).

Figure 4-24. Receiver Message List

• You can modify scheduling parameters for messages. The Schedule Specification fields are used to define the output scheme for the message.

– Period: specifies the message output interval. If set to zero, the corresponding message will be output at the highest possible rate.

– Phase: specifies a time shift in the output of a message with respect to the moment when the receiver time is a multiple of the specified period.

– Count: serves two purposes. Firstly, if set to a positive number, specifies how many times the message outputs. Zero means an unlimited number of times the message outputs. Secondly, if set to a negative number, instructs the receiver to encapsulate a message into >> message before output.

– Flags: provide further adjustment of the way the message is output. Table 4-5 on page 4-25 briefly explains the flags.


Receiver Settings

For the USB and TCP ports, you can change input mode for ports and configure incoming data messages in the same way as for the Serial ports (Figure 4-25).

Figure 4-25. USB Port

Table 4-5. Scheduling Flags

Flag Description

Out If the flag is selected, the first of the messages invoked by the corresponding command will be output at the epoch closest to the command execution time (whatever the specified "period" option).

Change If the flag is selected, the corresponding message will be output only if the message data have changed.

Out On Add If this flag is set, then the (first) message will be output immediately after executing the corresponding em or out command.

Notena The receiver uses this flag in order not to output the file header every time you change the "period" value when recording data into the log file.

Fix Per If these flags are selected, this disables the user to change the option values (Period, Phase, Count, and Flags).Fix Ph

Fix Cnt

Fix Fl

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PowerThe Power icon opens the Power dialog, which sets power output on internal slots (see Figure 4-26 on page 4-26).

• Slots: governs power output to the receiver’s internal slots (the slot name is shown below).

– y: when the receiver is on, the internal slot will receive power. If the receiver is turned off, no power will be sent to the slots.

– n: the internal slot will not be powered, even if the receiver is turned on.

– always: the internal slot will be powered even if the receiver is turned off.

• Miscellaneous:

– Enable power up script: available for selection only for Topcon receiver - HiPer II. Enables powering up the receiver by a script file loaded into the receiver.

Figure 4-26. Power


Receiver Settings

Auto SeedThe Auto Seed icon opens the Auto Seed dialog, which enables the Auto-Seed functionality for the base receiver.

Auto-seed feature will provide users the ability to quickly setup and begin RTK operations without using an external interface to localize the base receiver. The user will simply set up over a mark and power up. The base receiver will automatically select a new position gathered by autonomous averaging and save it for later re-occupation. If the point has been previously occupied and the receiver position falls within proper tolerance, it will select a point from positions stored in memory.

• Enable Auto Seed: when selected, enables the Auto-Seed functionality.

• Maximum distance: tolerance for the distance from the previously occupied point.

• Enable averaging mode: when selected, enables averaging autonomous positions for a occupation point.

• Position averaging interval: sets the interval for autonomous averaging.

Figure 4-27. Auto Seed

• View the point list: opens a list of previous occupations saved in the receiver memory (see Figure 4-28 on page 4-28).

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Point ListThe Auto Seed, Point List contains information about all occupations which stored in the receiver memory: names, date and time, coordinates of phase center and/or antenna reference point, whether the point was auto determined and protected from deleting. Hold your stylus on a highlighted point line in the list to open a context menu (Figure 4-28 on page 4-28). This menu allows you to perform various operations on the point list:

• Add New Point: opens a dialog to add a new point.

• Edit Point: opens a dialog to edit information on the highlighted point.

• Delete the point from the list: erases the selected point in the list if it is not protected.

• Delete all the points: deletes all points except protected ones.

• Enable/Disable point protection: enables/disables protection the selected point from deleting.

• Refresh: renews the list.

Figure 4-28. Auto Seed, Point List

• Export the point list: opens a dialog to select a XML file to which to export the point list.

• Import the point list: opens a dialog to select a XML file from which to import a point list.


Receiver Settings

Add New PointEnter the name of the new point. Check mark the Auto box to enable averaging mode for auto detection of coordinates of the phase center.

Figure 4-29. Auto Seed, New Point

Press the corresponding button to manually enter appropriate coordinates (Figure 4-30).

Figure 4-30. Enter Geodetic Coordinates

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Volume ControlThe Volume Control icon opens the Volume Control dialog, which allows you to adjust the volume level of the sounds on various receiver operations. This feature is available only for Topcon HiPer II receiver.

Figure 4-31. Volume Control

Hold your stylus on the slider and drag it in the bar to the left or to the right to turn the sound low or loud, respectively.

Holding the stylus on the highlighted Sound name opens a context menu that contains three options (see Figure 4-31):

• Master volume: opens a dialog to set the volume for all sounds at a time (see Figure 4-32).

• Play sound: plays the selected sound.

• Refresh: renews the sound volume.

Figure 4-32. Master Volume


Receiver Settings

BluetoothThe Bluetooth icon opens the Bluetooth dialog that allows changing parameters of the receiver Bluetooth module and accessibility options (Figure 4-33):

• Name: user-friendly name of the receiver.

• PIN: PIN code of the receiver.

• Encryption: when selected, secures all data sent over Bluetooth.

• Authentication: when selected, authenticates the identity of the receiver.

• Identificator: shows Bluetooth module name, address, firmware base and version.

Figure 4-33. Bluetooth parameters

For Topcon HiPer II receiver the dialog displays the following Bluetooth parameters (Figure 4-34 on page 4-32):

• Editable Name and PIN.

• Permanent Address and Firmware.

• Bluetooth Power: when selected, turns on the Bluetooth module power.

• Multiplexing Mode: when selected, allows multiplexing data.

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Figure 4-34. HiPer II Bluetooth parameters

StatusThe Status icon opens the Status screen with seven tabs: Position, Data Link, SVs List, Sky Plot, Scatter Plot, Position in Time, and Logging.

PositionThe Position tab displays the following information:

• The current GPS date and time.

• Solution type (Standalone, DGPS, RTK Float, or RTK Fixed).

• WGS84 measured position of the antenna.

• PDOP value, a factor that depends solely upon satellite geometry, and is proportional to the estimated position uncertainty.

• HRMS and VRMS values, the RMS (the square root of the trace of position error covariance matrix) values of the horizontal and vertical coordinates, respectively.

• The numbers of tracked satellites for each satellite system. Each satellite system is marked in a certain color:


Status

– GPS in green

– GLONASS in red

– SBAS in violet

NOTICENOTICE

The ‘wings’ on the satellite icon designate that the satellite is used in position computation. The absence of ‘wings’ on the satellite icon means that the satellite is not used in the computation for some reason (e.g. it is below the elevation mask).

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Data LinkThe Data Link page displays information about communication link for receiving data from a reference station by the receiver.

Figure 4-35. Status - Data Link

SVs ListThe SVs page displays the list of the satellites with satellites parameters:

• SVC – satellite icon and system (constellation GPS, GLONASS, or SBAS).

• USI – Universal Satellite Identifier.

• EL – Elevation angle in degrees. The signs "+" and "-" immediately following the elevation angle indicate that the corresponding satellites are either ascending or descending, respectively. If a satellite is at maximum elevation, it is marked with "^".

• AZ – Azimuth in degrees.

• CA – Signal-to-Noise Ratio in the L1 CA channel [dB*Hz].

• L1P – Signal-to-Noise Ratio in the L1 P channel [dB*Hz].

• L2P – Signal-to-Noise Ratio in the L2 P channel [dB*Hz].

• L2C – Signal-to-Noise Ratio in the L2 C channel [dB*Hz].


Status

• TC – Time elapsed since the last loss-of-lock in the CA channel for the corresponding satellite. This time is given in minutes or, if the symbol ":" is specified in the column, in seconds.

• SS – Satellite navigation status. For a complete description of the satellite navigation status, see GRIL Appendix.

• FCN – Frequency Channel Number (valid for GLONASS satellites only).

• SN – Satellite's orbital slot number (valid for GLONASS satellites only).

Figure 4-36. Status - SVs List

Clicking a satellite in the list opens a tool tip for the satellite. The tool tip displays all the satellite information the list control contains; the Satellite Navigation Status is decoded to display a legible description (see Figure 4-37 on page 4-36). The tip will close after clicking on it, or automatically after 5 seconds.

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Figure 4-37. Status - SVs List’s Tool Tip

The list of satellites is updated once a second. If TRU doesn't receive any information from a satellite, the satellite does not disappear immediately from the list, but is still displayed in the paling color for 10 seconds. If there is no signal from the satellite during these 10 seconds, the satellite will completely disappear.

Figure 4-38. Status - SVs List update

NOTICENOTICE

In Real-Time Logging mode, Elevation Mask for raw measurements is set (Figure 4-43 on page 4-41). Because of this elevation mask, some satellites may be absent in the list. Still, they will be used for position computation.


Status

Sky PlotThe Sky Plot tab displays the graphic position of satellites on the sky.

Figure 4-39. Status - Sky Plot

1. Each satellite system is marked in a certain color:

• GPS in green

• GLONASS in red

• SBAS in violet

NOTICENOTICE

The ‘wings’ on the satellite icon designate that the satellite is used in position computation. The absence of ‘wings’ on the satellite icon means that the satellite is not used in the computation for some reason (e.g. it is below the elevation mask).

2. The USI (Universal Satellite Identifier) of each satellite is displayed under satellite icons.

3. Red circle designates the elevation mask.

Clicking on a satellite icon displays a tool tip that shows the information about the satellite. For arbitrary notations please refer to “SVs List” on page 4-34.

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Figure 4-40. Status - Sky Plot’s Tool Tip

Scatter PlotThe Scatter tab displays the receiver's trajectory/position in real time.

Figure 4-41. Status - Scatter Plot

The scatter plot is updated each second. The current position is displayed in the form of pictogram. Each solution type is designated by a respective pictogram.

- Standalone - RTK Float

- Code Differential - RTK Fixed


Status

Use tool buttons in the lower part of the screen to customize the graphic view. Table 4-6 explains these tool buttons.

TIP TIP

It is possible to click, and drag the plot to change the center point. On PC version the mouse wheel can be used to change the scale.

Position in TimeThe Position in Time tab displays graphs of the receiver's position in real time.

Figure 4-42. Status - Position in Time

Table 4-6. Tool Buttons of Scatter Plot

Button Description

Zooms the plot inwards.

Zooms the plot outwards.

Clear all points from the screen

Fits all points in the plot.

Moves the center of the plot to the average of all points.

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Three graphs in the screen represent 3D position in time: Latitude, Longitude, and Altitude. Each graph shows both absolute and relative values, and the time scale. The time scale varies from 1 to 5 minutes.

Use tool buttons in the lower part of the screen to customize the graphic view. Table 4-7 explains these tool buttons.

LoggingThe Logging tab allows logging real-time measurements into files and saving them in the computer (Figure 4-43).

• File Path: full path to the file in which data will be logged. Use the button to navigate.

• Raw Measurement: Elevation Mask, Period: defines the minimum angle for satellites from which the receiver will output raw data to a stream, and sets the recording interval in seconds (for this, uncheck Default).

• Statistics: shows file logging statistics in progress after starting Logging the file.

• Start Logging: press the button to start Logging the file. After pressing, the button changes into Stop Logging.

• Logging Messages: opens the Logging Messages screen to view/edit a list of messages being logged into the file and logging parameters (see Figure 4-44 on page 4-41).

• Site Parameters: opens the Site Configuration dialog to apply antenna parameters for data logging purposes at the site (see Figure 4-47 on page 4-44).

• OK: saves the settings and closes the dialog.

Table 4-7. Tool Buttons of Position in Time

Button Description

Zooms the plot inwards.

Zooms the plot outwards.

Clear all points from the screen.


Status

Figure 4-43. Status - Logging

Logging MessagesThe Logging Messages screen allows editing a list of messages being logged into the file, and also parameters of a selected message. You can add or remove messages or modify their scheduling parameters. The receiver will keep the customized message set in the NVRAM for further usage.

Press and hold your stylus on the message line. The pop-up menu appears that has the following options:

Figure 4-44. Logging Messages

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1. Add new message: opens the Receiver Message dialog to add a new message to the list of messages logged into the file. Use the

button to select a new message.

Figure 4-45. Receiver Message

The Receiver Message List opens with a list of available messages. Expand the trees, select the desired message, and click OK to see it in the Message field (Figure 4-45 on page 4-42).

Figure 4-46. Receiver Message List

• Schedule Specification: defines the output scheme for the message. Includes four parameters: period, phase, count, and flags.


Status

– Period: specifies the message output interval. If set to zero, the corresponding message will be output at the highest possible rate.

– Phase: specifies a time shift in the output of a message with respect to the moment when the receiver time is a multiple of the specified period.

– Count: serves two purposes. Firstly, if set to a positive number, specifies how many times the message outputs. Zero means an unlimited number of times the message outputs. Secondly, if set to a negative number, instructs the receiver to encapsulate a message into >> message before output.

– Flags: provide further adjustment of the way the message is output. Table 4-8 on page 4-43 briefly explains the flags. For details, refer to the GRIL Reference Manual.

2. Edit message: opens the Receiver Message dialog (Figure 4-45 on page 4-42) to edit the highlighted message.

3. Delete messages: deletes the highlighted messages.

4. Restore Defaults: restores the list of output messages to the factory defaults.

Table 4-8. Scheduling Flags

Flag Description

Out If the flag is selected, the first of the messages invoked by the corresponding command will be output at the epoch closest to the command execution time (whatever the specified "period" option).

Change If the flag is selected, the corresponding message will be output only if the message data have changed.

Out On Add If this flag is set, then the (first) message will be output immediately after executing the corresponding em or out command.

Notena The receiver uses this flag in order not to output the file header every time you change the "period" value when recording data into the log file.

Fix Per If these flags are selected, this disables the user to change the option values (Period, Phase, Count, and Flags).Fix Ph

Fix Cnt

Fix Fl

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5. Refresh: renews the list output messages with the last made changes.

Site ConfigurationThe Site Configuration dialog allows editing site and antenna parameters for data logging purposes.

• Site Name: the name of the jobsite.

• Description: additional information about the site.

• Antenna Parameters:

– Antenna Type: the type of antenna.

– Antenna Height, m: the height of the antenna in meters measured from the survey marker to the measuring mark on the antenna (either ARP or SHMM).

– Slant: if selected, indicates that the height of the antenna was measured at a slant (to the slant height measurement mark - SHMM). When not selected, indicates a vertical measurement (to the antenna reference point - ARP).

– Dynamics: select either Static or Dinamic to set the status of the antenna; either fixed or moving, respectively.

Figure 4-47. Site Configuration


File Explorer

File ExplorerThe File Explorer icon opens the File Explorer screen, which contains four tabs:

1. Files - to manage files (see “Files” on page 4-45).

2. Logs - to log current files (see “Logs” on page 4-49).

3. MINTER - to set logging parameters for MINTER operation (see “MINTER” on page 4-50). Unavailable for Topcon HiPer II.

4. AFRM - to enable Automatic File Rotation Mode (see “AFRM” on page 4-51). Unavailable for Topcon HiPer II receivers.

FilesThe Files tab displays the list of raw data files stored in the receiver memory or a removable memory card (for Topcon HiPer II). Along with the file names, this list contains the file sizes in bytes, and date and time the files were recorded (Figure 4-48).

Figure 4-48. File Explorer - Files

For Topcon HiPer II receivers, the Application does not allow uploading files to the memory card, and restoring deleted files (see Figure 4-49 on page 4-46).

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Receiver Managing

Figure 4-49. Files Explorer for GRX-1

The Files tab allows managing files. Press and hold the left mouse button on the file line. The pop-up menu displays the options:

1. Delete: deletes the selected log files. A confirmation message displays.

Figure 4-50. Confirm deletion

2. Download: begins downloading selected log files to the computer. A download path must be specified (Figure 4-51 on page 4-47).


File Explorer

Figure 4-51. Download path

Pressing OK starts downloading process (Figure 4-52).

Figure 4-52. Download in progress

3. Upload: begins uploading selected *.tps files from the computer to the receiver. A full path to the file on the computer must be specified before beginning the upload process.

4. Initialize File System: initializes the file system. Initializing the file system of a connected receiver will erase all of the receiver’s data files. A warning message will appear to confirm the operation (Figure 4-53 on page 4-48).

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Receiver Managing

Figure 4-53. Initializing File System - Warning Message

5. File System Info: displays information on the file system and phisical memory of the internal memory card in the receiver.

Figure 4-54. File System Information

6. Mode of Operation: selects operational mode for File Explorer:

• Normal - this mode allows all operations on the files (deleting, downloading and uploading). See Figure 4-48 on page 4-45.

• Deleted Files Recovery - this mode allows retrieving deleted files from the internal memory of the receiver.


File Explorer

To recover a deleted file:

– Open this mode to view all deleted files.

Figure 4-55. Deleted Files

– Download the desired file to a selected folder on the controller.

– Select Normal mode and upload the deleted file from the controller to the receiver.

NOTICENOTICE

Deleted log files can be retrieved from the receiver internal memory only if the receiver has not been initialized.

LogsThe Logs tab allows logging two concurrent log files (Figure 4-56):

• /cur/file/a: enter the name to assign it to one current log file.

• /cur/file/b: enter the name to assign it to another current log file. Unavailable for HiPer II receivers.

• Pressing Start begins recording data into the file with the recording interval of 1 second by default. Uncheck the Default box to change the interval.

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Receiver Managing

• Logging Messages: displays the list of messages outputting into the current log files. For details, see “Logging” on page 4-40.

• Site Parameters: sets the jobsite and antenna parameters. For details, see “Logging” on page 4-40.

Figure 4-56. File Explorer - Logs

MINTERThe MINTER tab sets the receiver parameters that correspond to MINTER operation and data logging (see Figure 4-57 on page 4-51). This option is unavailable for HiPer II receivers.

• Prefix: determines the file name prefix used as the beginning part of the name of the new file the receiver will create when the MINTER FN button is pressed to start data recording. The prefix can include up to 20 characters; the default is “log”.

• Period: specifies the interval to use for logging data after pressing the MINTER FN key. This parameter also applies to AFRM mode. It can be set to the values from 0 to 86400 seconds; the default is 1 second.

• Log File Controllable via AFRM and MINTER: select either one of the concurrent files or both to allow control them by MINTER and through the automatic file rotation algorithm.


File Explorer

Figure 4-57. File Explorer - MINTER

AFRMThe AFRM tab enables Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM). See Figure 4-58 on page 4-52. This option is unavailable for HiPer II receivers. In this mode the receiver will close the current log file and open a new one according to a schedule defined by the parameters File Rotation Period and File Rotation Phase:

• Enable AFRM: when selected, activates AFRM.

• Automatically Remove Old Files: when selected, the receiver will remove log files with the earliest creation time/date if no free memory is available for recording data.

• File Rotation Period: sets the time duration of each log-file created in AFRM.

• File Rotation Phase: sets the phase (constant time shift) of creating multiple log-files in AFRM.

• File Rotation Counter: sets how many log files must be created in AFRM before AFRM mode turns off.

• File Rotation Running Counter: reports the number of files remaining before AFRM mode turns off.

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Receiver Managing

• Force File Rotation: forces the receiver to execute file rotation immediately. AFRM must be enabled.

Figure 4-58. File Explorer - AFRM

GMS/GRS ToolsWhen running on GMS-2, GMS-2 Pro, or GRS-1 platforms, the TRU Device drop-down menu of the main menu contains the GMS/GRS Tools item.

Figure 4-59. GMS/GRS Tools Option


GMS/GRS Tools

The GMS/GRS Tools item opens the GMS/GRS Tools screen that can manage the receiver, modem, camera, compass, and laser distance meter depending on the target platform.

Table 4-9 summarizes the screens and platforms in GMS/GRS Tools.Table 4-9. GMS/GRS Tools Screens

Description Platform Screen

Receiver

The Receiver tab controls power parameters of the internal GNSS receiver.

GMS-2, GMS-2 Pro, GRS-1

Modem

The Modem tab controls power parameters of the internal modem.

GRS-1

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Receiver Managing

Compass

The Compass tab displays the current North/South direction and the angle to North, displays the tilt of the unit, and calibrates the compass.

GMS-2, GMS-2 Pro, GRS-1

Camera

The Camera tab defines settings for the integrated camera, as well as captures and saves images.

GMS-2, GMS-2 Pro

Table 4-9. GMS/GRS Tools Screens



GMS/GRS Tools

ReceiverThe Receiver tab controls power parameters of the internal GNSS receiver.

Figure 4-60. GMS/GRS Receiver Controls

• Current power state – shows the current power state of the internal GPS board, either ON or OFF.

• Power ON/OFF – turns on/off the GPS receiver power.

LDM

The LDM tab uses the laser beam to measure the distance and angles to a reflective object.

GMS-2 Pro

Table 4-9. GMS/GRS Tools Screens


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Receiver Managing

• Reset the receiver – performs a hardware reset of the internal GNSS receiver. From a functional point of view, the hardware reset is equivalent to turning the power off and then back on.

• Clear NVRAM - clears the receiver's NVRAM. All receiver parameters will be set to their default values. Almanacs, ephemerides, etc., will be erased. This operation will not delete any raw data files stored in the receiver's memory.

• Turn power ON when connecting to the internal receiver – check mark this box for the Application to turn ON the internal GPS board, when connecting to it.

• Turn power OFF when disconnecting from the internal receiver – check mark this box for the Application to turn OFF the internal GPS board, when disconnecting from it.

• Turn power OFF on exit – check mark this box for the Application to always turn OFF the internal GPS receiver power on exit.

ModemThe Modem tab available only on GRS-1 platforms controls power parameters of the internal modem.

Figure 4-61. GMS/GRS Modem Controls

• Model – shows the model type of the modem.


GMS/GRS Tools

• Current power state – shows the current power state of the internal modem, either ON or OFF.

• Power ON/OFF – turns on/off the modem power.

• Turn power ON when connecting to the internal modem – check mark this box for the Application to turn ON the internal modem, when connecting to it.

• Turn power OFF when disconnecting from the internal modem – check mark this box for the Application to turn OFF the internal modem, when disconnecting from it.

• Turn power OFF on exit – check mark this box for the Application to always turn OFF the modem power on exit.

CompassThe Compass tab displays the current direction, tilt of the unit. This tab also calibrates the compass.

Figure 4-62. GMS GRS Tools. Compass

• Pointer – North (red portion of pointer) and South (black portion of pointer) directions.

• Compass – the angle (azimuth) from North, in degrees.

• Tilt – the roll and pitch, from level, in degrees and minutes.

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Receiver Managing

NOTICENOTICE

The compass is very sensitive to the tilt of controller. To measure precise azimuth values, make sure that both vertical and horizontal tilt values equal zero, and the tilt pointer is located within the crosshair .

• Calibrate – The compass may need to be calibrated if you notice that it’s precision is no longer accurate. The calibration procedure depends upon the compass hardware.

Figure 4-63. Compass Calibration

NOTICENOTICE

When calibrating the compass on the GMS-2, the new calibration is only used until the controller is turned off. When the unit is turned on, the default calibration will be used. Other controllers keep the compass calibration data.

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The Calibration procedure allows excluding magnetic influence of the surroundings in the place where the compass is used. The factory calibration is performed with a separate utility.


GMS/GRS Tools

CameraOnly the GMS-2 and GMS-2 Pro units have the integrated camera.

The Camera tab displays the camera finder, and adjusts camera settings. This tab also takes and saves the picture to the internal memory.

Figure 4-64. GMS/GRS Tools. Camera

• Brightness – drag the slider right/left to increase/decrease the brightness of the captured image.

• Sharpness – drag the slider right/left to increase/decrease the sharpness of the captured images.

• Two drop down menus are for selection of time of day and capture size:

– Time of day: select “day” for images captured taken in bright light, “night” for images captured in low light, or “auto” to have the setting automatically detect the ambient light.

– Capture size: select the size of the image to capture, in bits.

• Capture – press the button to take a picture.

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Receiver Managing

LDM (Range Finder)Only the GMS-2 Pro has the integrated laser distance meter (LDM).

The LDM tab displays the camera finder with LDM’s crosshair on it.

Figure 4-65. GMS/GRS Tools. LDM

• Measure – measures the distance to a reflective object, and the tilt of the unit.

• – zooms the image inwards.

• – zoom the image outwards.


Chapter 5

Modem Managing
Modem Managing mode is intended for configuring Topcon and 3rd party modems.
In Modem Managing mode, you see the following icons in the tools area (Figure 5-1):

Figure 5-1. Modem Managing – Main Window

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Initially, the Tools area is inactive. To make the tools area active, first establish a port connection on the PC using the Connect option from the Device menu.

When in Modem Managing mode, the Application tries to detect a modem at the time of connection. If there is no modem, or if it doesn't respond, a connection cannot be established.

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Modem Managing

Table 5-1 describes the icons in Modem Managing mode.

TerminalThe same terminal dialog displays as that shown in Simple Terminal mode (see Figure 3-2 on page 3-2).

There is only one difference between Simple Terminal and Modem Managing modes. While in Simple Terminal mode you have to manually adjust port settings (for a serial cable connection). In Modem Managing mode the Application itself adjusts the port settings automatically.

NOTICENOTICE

The Terminal is designed for advanced users to allow them to work with a device directly using the Command Line Interface (without TRU GUI ).

SettingsThe Settings icon opens the Settings property sheet, which can involve three pages: General, Settings, and Functions, depending on the modem used.

Table 5-1. Modem Managing Tools Icons

Icon Description

Opens the Terminal.

Opens a dialog that displays the modem's settings, and allows changing the settings and invoking modem functions.


Settings

A list of settings and functions depends upon the type of the modem used. For details on settings and functions of each specific modem supported by TRU, refer to Chapter 6 through Chapter 12.

General InformationThe General page shows the modem model, and the product identification information.

Modem SettingsThe Settings page shows a list of parameters specific for a connected modem. The settings list may vary depending on the modem model and possibly the firmware version.

Four icons on this page represent the following tasks:

• Pressing the Refresh icon renews the list.

• Pressing the Import icon imports settings from a file.

• Pressing the Export icon saves settings in a file.

• Pressing the Load icon writes new setting into the modem.

The settings can be read-only (marked by the icon) or

changeable (marked by the icon).

Modem FunctionsThe Functions page allows invoking modem's functions.

• Function – shows a list of available functions.

• Execute – starts executing the selected function.

• Input Parameters – shows a list of incoming parameters for the selected function. These parameters should be initialized properly before the function is executed.

• Output Parameters – shows a list of values returned by the function.

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Modem Managing

Notes:


Chapter 6

Digital UHF Modem
This chapter describes specific parameters and functions for a Topcon Digital UHF modem.

Figure 6-1. Settings - General Page

• Cell Info - press to view information on the GSM module and SIM card inserted.

P/N 7010-0980 6-1

Digital UHF Modem

Modem SettingsThe Settings page allows setting values for parameters of the connected modem.

Figure 6-2. Settings - Settings page

The Settings page displays general communication parameters, and parameters specific for the modem. To change any editable parameter, click on the Value field of the highlighted parameter and select a desired value from the drop-down list appear.

• General parameters:

• Mode – selects Radio or Cell to use for communication (the UHF or GSM/CDMA band, respectively).

• Baud rate, baud – select a baud rate for the modem’s serial port. The baud rate is adjustable. This is the flow rate on the serial port connecting the modem to the GPS board.

• Flow Control – controls the flow of data between the receiver and modem. Enables software/hardware flow control.

• Radio parameters are not accessible in Cell mode:

• Modulation – selects a modulation type for the base radio modem. Select either DQPSK if using the Simplex protocol or GMSK if using TrimTalk or PacCrest.


Modem Settings

• Protocol – sets the protocol for data transmission. Select Simplex to work with Topcon Digital UHF compatible modems. Select PacCrest w/EOT to work with Pacific Crest compatible modems. Select TrimTalk to work with Trimble UHF compatible modems. Note that the same protocol must be used for both the base and rover to communicate properly.

• Repeater – enables retransmission in the wireless cluster only for Simplex Transmitter protocol.

• Power, mW – sets the transmission power for the base radio.

• Channel, MHz – assigns an operating channel to the radio modem. Select the desired frequency from the channel list. Note that the same channel must be used for both the base and rover to communicate properly.

• Scrambler – when enabled, provides more robust data communication over high interference areas.

• FEC – (Forward Error Correction) Enable to maximize data communication. The rover radio modem has the capability to check and correct transmission errors (if any) in an incoming data stream.

• Link rate, baud – data transfer speed between the base and rover.

Table 6-1 on page 6-4 displays a list of possible values of the parameters.

NOTICENOTICE

Default values are shown in bold.

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Digital UHF Modem

Link Rate dependence on the modulation and the space value is presented in Table 6-2.

Table 6-1. Possible Values of parameters

Parameter Name Values

Mode RadioCell

Baud Rate, baud 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200

Flow Control NONERTC/CTS

Modulation DBPSK - Differential Binary Phase Shift Keying (Default)DQPSK - Differential Quadrature Phase Shift KeyingGMSK - Minimal Shift Keying with Gaussian Filtering

Protocol Simplex ReceiverSimplex TransmitterSimplex RepeaterPacCrest w/EOT Receiver (used with GMSK modulation)PacCrest w/EOT Transmitter (used with GMSK modulation)

Repeater No Retransmission in the wireless clusterThere is Repeater

Power 100, 250, 500, or 1000 mW

Channel Carrier frequency displayed in MHz

Scrambler 0, 1 ... 255

FEC Disable; Enable

Link Rate, baud 4800, 9600 or 19200

Table 6-2. Link Rate vs. Modulation and Space

SpaceValuesModulation

12.5 kHz 25 kHz

DBPSK Differential Binary Phase Shift Keying 4.8 kbps 9.6 kbps

DQPSK Differential Quadrature Phase Shift Keying 9.6 kbps 19.2 kbps

GMSK Minimal Shift Keying with Gaussian Filtering

4.8 kbps 9.6 kbps


Modem Functions


Figure 6-3. Settings - Functions page

The following functions are available for executing in this modem:

• BootConfiguration: This command is intended to reboot the unit using selected user settings. Two options are available, to use the default user settings defined by dealer or to use the settings defined by the end-user.

• UploadCCXFile: Intended to upload the factory and dealer configurations along with the user defined radio settings. After uploading the CCX file, the uploaded file takes into effect after the configuration reboot (see the previous function).

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Digital UHF Modem

Notes:


Chapter 7

FH915 Plus Modem
This chapter describes specific parameters and functions for an FH915 Plus modem.
General InformationThe General tab shows the manufacturer, the modem model, and the product identification information.


• Cell Info - if available, press to view information on the GSM module and SIM card inserted.

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FH915 Plus Modem

Modem SettingsThe Settings page shows a list of properties of the connected modem.


The Settings page allows viewing and changing general communication parameters, and parameters specific for the modem. To change any editable parameter, click on the Value field of the highlighted parameter and select a desired value from the drop-down list appear.


• Baud Rate, baud – specifies the baud rate of the modem's serial port connected internally with the receiver's serial port. It can be 19200, 38400 (default), or 57600.

• Flow Control – enables/disables the RTS line of the modem's serial port connected internally with the receiver's serial port. It can be either RTS/CTS (default) or None.

• Radio parameters are accessible only if GSM mode is Off:

• Protocol – sets an operation protocol. It can be either FH915 (default) or FH915 Ext.

• Location – adjusts the frequency range and RF power level depending on the country. It can be USA/Canada (default), Australia or New Zealand.


Modem Settings

• Operation Mode – specifies the mode in which the radio modem will be functioning. It can be Receiver (default), Transmitter, Repeater or None.

• Power, mW – sets the transmission power for the base radio modem. It can be either 250 or 1000 mW (default).

• Link Rate, baud – specifies the rate at which data is transmitted over the RF link in FH915 protocol. It can be 9600 (default), 12000, 17000, 24000, or 51000 bauds.

• Ext Link Rate, baud – specifies the rate at which data is transmitted over the RF link in FH915 Ext. protocol. It can be 3600, 4800, 6600, 9600 (default), 19200 bauds.

• Channel – this feature allows up to ten simultaneously transmitting radio modems, without interference, at the jobsite (1- default).

• GSM parameters:

• Mode – specifies the GSM modem operation mode. It can be Off (default), Slave, Master, or Direct.

• PIN – specifies the PIN code for access to the GSM modem. It can be a 4-digit number.

• Dial – specifies the phone number that the GSM modem in Master Cell mode will dial in to the remote Slave modem. It can be a number of 0..14 digits.

• Send Time, s – specifies a time interval from 0 to 255 in seconds, is used to ensure reliable communication between the pair of modems (Master - sSave) and avoid unnecessary modem reinitialization. The transmitting modem will send the service word to the receiving modem in every ‘sndtime’ seconds. Note that the service word will not affect the differential corrections (RTCM or CMR messages) in any way. If the parameter is set to zero, the service word will not be used in data transmission.

• Advanced parameters:

• H/W Version – queries the hardware version of the board.

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FH915 Plus Modem

• Net ID – sets network ID. A radio link can only be established between modems having the same Net ID. It can be the number in the range from 0 (default) to 255.

• Rep Net ID – sets a new Rep Net ID parameter for Repeater type. A modem with Repeater type set carries out retransmission with other Rep Net ID that is different from receiving Net ID. In this mode, it is possible to set different Net IDs for received and retransmitted signals. It can be the number in the range from 0 (default) to 255.

• Hot Lock, s – sets time to keep synchronization after signal drop. It can be 5, 10, 20, 30 (default), or 40 seconds.

• Save Power – enables/disables (default) Power Saving mode. The transmitter and receiver must be set to the same mode.


Chapter 8

Satel Modem
This chapter describes specific parameters and functions for a Satel modem.
General InformationThe General tab shows the modem model, and the product identification information.


• Cell Info - press to view information on the GSM module and SIM card inserted.

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Satel Modem

Modem SettingsThe Settings tab shows: general information about the modem type, software and hardware revisions, product code and serial number, and displays a list of settings for the modem (Figure 8-2 on page 8-2).

The UHF Satel radio modem offers a transmitter/receiver functionality with a maximum 1W power output for data transmission. The frequency range of the modem depends on the country in which the receiver is used.

NOTICENOTICE

The default settings for radio configuration are sufficient for most jobsites. Changing these settings can affect the operation of the radio modem and communication between receivers.

The settings can be read-only (marked by the icon) or changeable (marked by the icon). Clicking on the corresponding line in the Value column of any editable parameter opens a field to enter or select from the drop-down list a needed value (see Figure 8-2).


• Baud Rate, baud - specifies the baud rate of the modem's serial port connected internally with the receiver's serial port, by default with hardware flow control. It can be 19200, or 38400 (default).


Modem Settings

• Current Frequency, MHz - sets the operating frequency used for data transmission / reception (from the list defined by the user).

• Signal Threshold, dBm - sets the modem sensitivity (default -112 dBm). Possible values -118..-80.

• Output Power, mW - sets the appropriate level of output power. Possible values: 100, 200, 500, and 1000 (default) mW.

• Protocol - selects a modulation type for the base radio modem from Satel 3AS (default), or PacCrest 4-FSK.

• Satel FEC - disables (default) Forward Error Correction technique to maximize data communication. The rover radio modem has the capability to check and correct transmission errors (if any) in an incoming data stream.

• Spacing, kHz - shows the channel step. It can be 12.5, 20, 25. This is a hardware set.

• FCS - sets Free Channel Scan mode to OFF (default) for configuring the radio-modem with a dedicated channel. Select Master for the Base, and Slave for the Rover.

In free channel scan mode, the Base radio modem will regularly scan the current operating frequency to determine the degree of a radio noise (interference). Should the level of noise on the current operating frequency be greater than the threshold specified in the Signal Threshold field, the transmitter will stop broadcasting and switch to the next frequency. It can be OFF (default), TX Master, RX Slave, RX/TX Repeater, TX Master + Repeater, or RX Slave + Repeater.

• Net ID- sets Free Scan net ID. The Net ID uses a hexadecimal format from 0000 to FFFF (default 0010).

Occasionally, the receivers may encounter interference if a jobsite has more than one set of receivers. In this case, enter a different net ID for each set of receivers.

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Satel Modem

NOTICENOTICE

To properly communicate, the Base and Rover radios require the same settings for Current Frequency, Signal Threshold Level, FCS and Net ID.

NOTICENOTICE

When finished configuring the radio modem, always disconnect the modem from GRX Utility before exiting to prevent conflicts with serial port management.


Figure 8-3. Settings - Functions page

The following functions are available for executing in this modem:

• AddChannel: This command is intended to add an operating frequency from a list defined by the dealer to the list defined by the user.

• DeleteAllChannel: Intended to delete all operating frequencies from the list defined by the user.


Chapter 9

Cinterion HC25/HC28/HC28J Modems
See below for a specific description of parameters and functions for Cinterion HC25/Cinterion HC28/Cinterion HC28J modems.
SettingsThe Settings page displays the modem model, and the product identification information.

Figure 9-1. Parameters for Siemens HC25 Modem

• Manufacturer – the manufacturer identification text.

• Model – the product model identification text.

• FirmwareVersion – the product firmware version.

• SecurityStatus – the string indicating whether or not network authentication is required. Possible string values are presented in Table 9-1.

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• IMEI – the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) of the module.

• IMSI – the International Mobile Subscriber Identity (IMSI).

• Identification – identification information returned by the modem in response to standard Hayes® modem ATI command.

Table 9-1 shows a list of possible values of the SecurityStatus parameter.

Table 9-1. Possible Values of SecurityStatus

SIM PIN authentication

READY PIN has already been entered. No further entry needed.

SIM PIN The modem is waiting for SIM PIN1.

SIM PUK The modem is waiting for SIM PUK1 if PIN1 was disabled after three failed attempts to enter PIN1.

SIM PIN2 The modem is waiting for PIN2.

SIM PUK2 The modem is waiting for PUK2 to unblock a disabled PIN2.

Phone security locks set by client or factory

PH-SIM PIN The modem is waiting for phone-to-SIM card password if “PS” lock is active and the client inserts other SIM card than the one used for the lock. (“PS” lock is also referred to as phone or antitheft lock).

PH-FSIM PIN The modem is waiting for phone-to-very-first-SIM card. Necessary when “PF” lock was set. When powered up the first time, The modem locks itself to the first SIM card put into the card holder. As a result, operation of the mobile is restricted to this one SIM card (unless the PH-FSIM PUK is used as described below).

PH-FSIM PUK The modem is waiting for phone-to-very-first-SIM card unblocking password to be given. Necessary when “PF” lock is active and other than first SIM card is inserted.

PH-NET PIN The modem is waiting for network personalization password.

PH-NET PUK The modem is waiting for network personalization unblocking password.


Functions• Authorize – this function allows the modem to store the entered

password. This may be for example the SIM PIN1 to register to the GSM network, or the SIM PUK1 to replace a disabled SIM PIN1 with a new one, or the PH-SIM PIN if the client has taken precautions for preventing damage in the event of loss or theft etc.

If no PIN1 request is pending (for example if PIN1 authentication has been done and the same PIN1 is entered again) the modem responds "ERROR: operation not allowed"; no further action is required.

Each time a password is entered the module starts reading data from the SIM. The duration of reading varies with the SIM card. This may cause a delay of several seconds before all commands which need access to SIM data are effective.

• Input Parameters:

PIN – Password (string type), usually SIM PIN1.

Sample:

If the requested password was a PUK, such as SIM PUK1 or PH-FSIM PUK or another password, then <PIN> must be followed by <new PIN>. If the requested code was a PUK: specify a new password or restore the former disabled password.

PH-NETSUB PIN The modem is waiting for network subset personalization password.

PH-NETSUB PUK The modem is waiting for network subset unblocking password.

PH-SP PIN The modem is waiting for service provider personalization password.

PH-SP PUK The modem is waiting for service provider personalization unblocking password.

PH-CORP PIN The modem is waiting for corporate personalization password.

PH-CORP PUK The modem is waiting for corporate personalization un-blocking password.

Table 9-1. Possible Values of SecurityStatus

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Sample:

• Output Parameters:

Return Value – the result code (string type): OK or an error description.

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Successful PIN authentication only confirms that the entered PIN was recognized and correct. The output of the result code OK does not necessarily imply that the mobile is registered to the desired network. Typical example: PIN was entered and accepted with OK, but the modem fails to register to the network. This may be due to missing network coverage, denied network access with currently used SIM card, invalid roaming agreement between home network and currently available operators etc.

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What to do if PIN authentication fails?PIN1 / PUK1:After three failures to enter PIN 1, the SIM card is blocked (except for emergency calls). ERROR: 12 will prompt the client to unblock the SIM card by entering the associated PUK (= PIN Unblocking Key / Personal Unblocking Key). After ten failed attempts to enter the PUK, the SIM card will be invalidated and no longer operable. In such a case, the card needs to be replaced. PIN1 consists of 4 to 8 digits, PUK1 is an 8-digit code only.To unblock a disabled PIN1, enter <PUK1>,<new PIN1>.


Chapter 10

Wavecom GSM/CDMA Modem
See below for a description of specific parameters and functions for a Wavecom GSM/CDMA modem.
The Settings icon opens the multi-tab dialog box, which can consist of three tabs: General, Settings, and Functions depending on the modem model used (GSM or CDMA).

Wavecom GSMThe Wavecom GSM modem is a wireless modem that works with a GSM wireless network.



P/N 7010-0980 10-1


Modem SettingsThe Settings tab shows a list of properties of the modem (see Figure 10-2). GRX Utility allows the user only see the modem identification information read-only settings.

Figure 10-2. Settings Tab

Wavecom CDMAThe Wavecom CDMA modem is a wireless modem that uses CDMA technique.

General InformationThe General tab shows the modem model, and the product identification information (Figure 10-3 on page 10-3).


Figure 10-3. General Tab

SettingsThe Settings page shows a list of parameters of the modem.

Figure 10-4. Parameters for Wavecom WISMO Quik CDMA Modem

• FirmwareVersion – the product firmware version.

• ESN – the Electronic Serial Number of the product.

• ModuleSerialNumber – the serial number of the module.

• IMSI – the IMSI (International Mobile Subscriber Identity) of the module.

• BaudRate – the baud rate for the module DATA port.

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The factory default value is 115200. Possible values: 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200.

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After the baud rate is changed, reconnect to the modem.

• Identification – identification information returned by the modem in response to standard Hayes® modem ATI command.

Modem FunctionsThe Functions page allows invoking the modem's function.

Figure 10-5. Functions tab

To use the CDMA modem, the user must activate it. For a start, contact the service provider, and set up a data plan. You will need the ESN, which is displayed on the Settings page.

Then you must activate the module on the Verizon network. To do that, open the Functions page, choose the Activate (Verizon) function, and press the Execute button.

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If you are not able to activate the module on your own, please contact the service provider.


Chapter 11

Motorola G24 Modem

See below for a description of specific parameters and functions for a Motorola® G24 modem. The Motorola G24 modem is a wireless modem that works with a GSM wireless network.



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Motorola G24 Modem

Modem SettingsThe Settings tab shows a list of properties of the modem. GRX Utility allows the user only see the read-only settings.

Figure 11-2. Settings Tab


Chapter 12

Topcon UHF460 Modem

This chapter describes specific parameters and functions for Topcon’s UHF460 modem.



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Topcon UHF460 Modem

Modem SettingsThe Settings page shows a list of properties of the modem (see Figure 12-2 on page 12-2).

The Settings page displays general communication parameters, and parameters specific for the modem.


• BaudRate – select a baud rate for the modem’s serial port. The baud rate is adjustable. This is the flow rate on the serial port connecting the modem to the GPS board. It can be 19200 or 38400 (default) rate with this radio.


• Radio parameters:

• Protocol – sets the protocol for data transmission. Select between TPS and PDL. Select TPS if all of the radio-modems at the jobsite are manufactured by Topcon Positioning Systems. Select PDL if using PDL radio-modem(s) together with TPS radio-modem(s) at the jobsite.

• Type – select a modulation scheme that will be used by the base radio-modem. It can be either OFF or 4-Level-FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) or GMSK (Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying). The following table shows what modulation technique can be used at a specific link rate.


Modem Settings

• RadioLink – select the rate at which data is transmitted over the RF link. The UHF radio-modem supports 4800, 9600 (default), and 19200 baud. Note that this setting affects the Modulation Type control and vice versa. Must be the same for the base and rover.

• LinkProtocol – select the appropriate link protocol among the following available: FastAsn, TimeOut, and CharOut.

• TimeOut – enter an integer value between 1 (corresponds to 10 ms) and 50 (corresponds to 500 ms). Once the timeout between incoming data exceeds the specified value, the modem begins data transmission.

• ControlChar – enter a decimal value (usually a control character). Once the specified character is found in the incoming data stream, the modem begins data transmission.

• Scrambler – If set to ON, provides more robust data communications over the areas with possible interference. Must be the same for the base and rover.

• FEC – For a maximum data communication reliability, set the Forward Error Correction to ON (default). In this case, the rover radio-modem has the capability to check and correct transmission errors (if any) in an incoming data stream.

• RxChannel – select the operating frequency that will be used by the rover radio-modem to receive differential data. Must be the same for the base and rover.

• TxChannel – select the operating frequency that will be used by the base radio-modem to transmit differential data.

• Power – select the transmission power for the base radio from 10, 20, 50, 100, 250, 500 mW, 1 or 2 W.

Table 12-1. Link Rate vs. Modulation

If the LinkRate is... Use this type of modulation

4800 baud GMSK

9600 baud GMSK or 4-Level-FSK

19200 baud 4-Level-FSK

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Topcon UHF460 Modem

• FcsMode – select between OFF (default), RxSlave, TxMaster

• FcsNoiseDb – select between 70, 85, 100 dBm, or Custom to specify a threshold value for the noise level for the current operating frequency in Free Channel Scan mode.

• GSM parameters for the GSM module integrated into a receiver:

• GsmMode– set the mode control to OFF (default), Slave, Master, or Direct.

• GsmPin– enter a Personal Identification Number (PIN) if required.

• GsmDial– on the rover side, enter the phone number of the base GSM modem.

• GsmSndTime– enter a period of time in seconds with which the base/rover GSM modem will send a service word to the rover/base GSM modem. This parameter is used to maintain reliable communication between the pair of modems and avoid unnecessary modem reinitialization.


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