Nikon DTM Series User Manual

Nikon Communication Interface Manual
Nikon DTM Series
Nikon NPL Series
Nikon NPR Series
Nikon Nivo Series
Dec. 2009
Rev.4
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Nikon DTM Series Specifications

General

Type	Total Station
Power Source	Rechargeable battery
Magnification	30x
Display	LCD
Internal Memory	Varies by model
Environmental Resistance	IP66
Dimensions	Varies by model
Applications	Surveying, construction

Summary

1. Introduction

2. Interface System

3. Connecter

3-1. Interface Connector

Details pin assignments for HR10A-7R-6P and HR10A-7R-6S connectors.

3-2. Connecter on External Devices

4. Electrical Characteristics

5. Nikon Communication Commands

5-1. Protocol

Defines the rules for secure data communication, including basic and control-code protocols.

5-2. Procedures

5-3. Commands/Data Format

5-4. Command List

a) Remote Control Commands

Lists commands for controlling instrument functions like measurements and display.

b) Data Set Commands

Lists commands for setting instrument parameters like averaging and prism constant.

c) Data Output Commands

5-6. Data Format Details

1) Angle Data Format

Explains formats for angle data in 9, 8, and 7-digit types.

2) Distance Data Format

Explains formats for distance data in 12 and 9-digit types.

3) Temperature Data Format

4) Pressure Data Format

6. Communication for SET Type Data Recorder

7. SET2Way Emulation