Nikon DTM Series User Manual

Nikon Communication Interface Manual
!!!CAUTION!!!
- Connection to the instrument side must follow the pin assignment above.
Misconnection may result in malfunctioning.
- By connecting RS-232C communication signal from external device and GND
to the pin #1,#2, and #5 on instrument side, the external device can be
download/upload data to the instrument.
- Electricity can be provided through pin #3 and #5 on the instrument, even if
the clip-on battery is mounted. The rated apparent power is DC7.2-11V (4.5
V to 5.2 V for
Nivo only), Max 1A. Not to use the out-of-range power; it may
result in malfunctioning.
3-2. Connecter on external devices (in case of connection cable)
25 Pin
13
1
14
25
A
lignment looking at the pin side of the plug
No. Symbol Signal name Direction
2 TXD
Sending data* Instrument
ÅExternal device
3 RXD
Receiving data* Instrument
ÆExternal device
4, 5 CTS, RTS (connected inside)
6, 20 DSR, DTR (connected inside)
7 GND
Ground
N/A
* Name of the signal is from its action looking at the external device.
9 Pin
9
6
1
5
A
lignment looking at the hole side of the plug
No. Symbol Signal name Direction
2 RXD
Receiving data* Instrument
ÆExternal device
3 TXD
Sending data* Instrument
ÅExternal device
4, 6 DSR, DTR (connected inside)
7, 8 CTS, RTS (connected inside)
5 GND
Ground
N/A
* Name of the signal is from its action looking at the external device.
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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