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Topcon ES-101 User Manual

Topcon ES-101
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
EASY STATION
ES
series
ES-101
ES-102
ES-103
ES-105
ES-107
21405 99257

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Topcon ES-101 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelES-101
TypeElectronic Total Station
Waterproof/DustproofIP66
Power SupplyRechargeable Li-ion battery
CommunicationUSB
Operating Temperature-20°C to +50°C
EDM Accuracy (Reflectorless)±(3mm + 2ppm x D)

Summary

1. Precautions for Safe Operation

Definition of Indication

Explains symbols used for warnings, cautions, prohibitions, and mandatory actions.

General Precautions

Covers safety warnings related to unit usage, disassembly, sun observation, and carrying case.

Power Supply Precautions

Details safety warnings for battery charging, usage, and handling of power cords and plugs.

Tripod and Bluetooth Precautions

Safety guidelines for tripod setup and Bluetooth wireless technology usage.

Low Temperature Precautions

Specific safety advice for operating the instrument in low temperatures.

2. Precautions

Charging Battery Precautions

Guidelines for charging the battery, including temperature and storage recommendations.

Water and Dust Resistance Precautions

Precautions to maintain waterproofing and dust resistance of the instrument.

Data Backup and Maintenance

Instructions on backing up data, battery care, clamp usage, and instrument maintenance.

Other Precautions

General advice on handling, storage, and avoiding environmental factors affecting the instrument.

3. Laser Safety Information

Laser Device Classification

Classifies EDM device and laser pointer based on laser class and target type.

Laser Usage Warnings

Critical warnings and cautions regarding safe laser beam usage, avoiding eye exposure and reflective surfaces.

4. ES Functions

4.1 Parts of the Instrument

Identifies and labels the various physical components of the ES instrument.

4.2 Mode Diagram

Illustrates the different operational modes and their interconnections.

4.3 Bluetooth Wireless Technology

Details Bluetooth function availability and regulatory compliance.

5. Basic Operation

5.1 Basic Key Operation

Explains fundamental key operations like power, lighting, target switching, and laser pointer control.

5.2 Display Functions

Describes the information displayed on the instrument's screens in different modes.

5.3 Star Key Mode

Details accessing the Star Key menu for measurement settings and program selection.

6. Using the Battery

6.1 Battery Charging

Instructions for charging the battery, including temperature ranges.

6.2 Installing/Removing the Battery

Step-by-step instructions for installing and removing the battery.

7. Setting Up the Instrument

7.1 Centering

Procedure for centering the instrument using the optical plummet eyepiece.

7.2 Levelling

Procedure for leveling the instrument using circular and tilt levels.

8. Focussing and Target Sighting

Eliminating Parallax

Explains the concept of parallax and how to remove it for accurate readings.

9. Power On/Off

Procedure Power ON

Step-by-step instructions for turning the instrument ON, including password entry.

Procedure Power OFF

Step-by-step instructions for turning the instrument OFF, including battery status.

10. Connecting to External Devices

10.1 Necessary Settings for Bluetooth Communication

Details on setting the ES to "Slave" or "Master" mode for Bluetooth communication.

10.2 Establishing a Connection between the ES and Paired Bluetooth Device

Explains how to establish a Bluetooth connection and notes battery consumption.

10.3 Measurement using Bluetooth Communication

Details performing measurements using a data collector via Bluetooth.

10.4 Registering/Outputting Data using Bluetooth Communication

Explains entering known point data and outputting JOB data via Bluetooth.

10.5 Connecting via Communication Cable

Procedure for basic cable settings to connect to external devices.

11. Angle Measurement

11.1 Measuring the Horizontal Angle between Two Points (Horizontal Angle 0°)

Procedure to measure the included angle between two points by setting horizontal angle to 0.

11.2 Setting the Horizontal Angle to a Required Value (Horizontal Angle Hold)

Procedure to reset the horizontal angle to a required value or hold it.

11.3 Angle Measurement and Outputting the Data

Explains angle measurement and outputting data to computers or peripherals.

12. Distance Measurement

12.1 Returned Signal Checking

Procedure to check the strength of the returned signal for accurate distance measurement.

12.2 Distance and Angle Measurement

Procedure for measuring distance and angle simultaneously.

12.3 Recalling the Measured Data

How to recall previously measured distance and angle data.

12.4 Distance Measurement and Outputting the Data

Explains distance measurement and outputting data to external devices.

12.5 Coordinate Measurement and Outputting the Data

Explains coordinate measurement and outputting data to external devices.

12.6 REM Measurement

Procedure for Remote Measurement (REM) to find heights of inaccessible points.

13. Setting Instrument Station

Setting Instrument Station Data

Methods for setting instrument station data via key input or coordinate registration.

Setting Backsight Angle

Methods for setting the backsight angle using input or calculation.

13.1 Entering Instrument Station Data and Azimuth Angle

Procedure to enter instrument station coordinates, heights, and azimuth angle.

13.2 Setting Instrument Station Coordinate with Resection Measurement

Determines instrument station coordinates by measuring known points.

14. Coordinate Measurement

3-D Coordinate Measurement

Finds 3D coordinates of a target using station data and measurements.

15. Setting-Out Measurement

15.1 Coordinates Setting-out Measurement

Sets out points using coordinates, calculating horizontal angle and distance.

15.2 Distance Setting-out Measurement

Finds points based on horizontal angle and distance from the instrument.

15.3 REM Setting-out Measurement

Performs REM measurement to find points where targets cannot be installed directly.

16. Setting-Out Line

16.1 Defining Baseline

Defines the baseline for line operations by inputting coordinates or observing two points.

16.2 Setting-out Line Point

Finds required point coordinates by inputting length and offset based on the baseline.

16.3 Setting-out Line Line

Measures horizontal and vertical distances from the measured point to the line.

17. Setting-Out Arc

17.1 Defining an Arc

Defines an arc by inputting parameters or observing points.

17.2 Setting-out Arc

Finds coordinates of points along an arc using length and offset.

18. Point Projection

18.1 Defining Baseline

Defines the baseline for point projection.

18.2 Point Projection

Enters point coordinates and performs point projection.

19. Topography Observation

19.1 Observation Setting

Performs observation settings prior to topography observation.

19.2 Observation

Procedure for topography observation, measuring directions and recording data.

20. Offset Measurement

20.1 Single-distance Offset Measurement

Finds offset points by entering horizontal distance from target point.

20.2 Angle Offset Measurement

Offset measurement using angles, sighting directions to find offset points.

20.3 Two-distance Offset Measurement

Measures distances between target and two offset points to find the target.

20.4 Plane Offset Measurement

Finds distance and coordinate of a plane edge where direct measurement is not possible.

20.5 Column Offset Measurement

Finds distance and coordinates of a column center.

21. Missing Line Measurement

21.1 Measuring the Distance between 2 or more Points

Measures distances between multiple points using observation or coordinates.

21.2 Changing the Starting Point

Changes the last measured point to the next starting position.

22. Surface Area Calculation

Surface Area Calculation by Observing Points

Calculates slope and horizontal area enclosed by known points via observation.

Surface Area Calculation by Reading in the Points’ Coordinates

Calculates area using previously registered coordinates of points.

23. Intersections

Intersections

Finds intersection points between two reference points by specifying length or azimuth.

24. Traverse Adjustment

Traverse Adjustment

Calculates and adjusts coordinates of consecutively observed points in a traverse.

25. Route Surveying

25.1 Instrument Station Settings

Records instrument station as a reference point before starting surveying.

25.2 Straight Line Calculation

Calculates center and width peg coordinates for straight lines.

25.3 Circular Curve Calculation

Finds center and width peg coordinates for circular curves.

25.4 Spiral Curve

Finds center and width peg coordinates for spiral (clothoid) curves.

25.5 Parabola

Finds center and width peg coordinates for parabolas.

25.6 3 Point Calculation

Finds coordinates of cardinal points, centerline, and width pegs from 3 IP points.

25.7 Intersection Angle/Azimuth Angle Calculation

Calculates angles from intersections for route surveying.

25.8 Route Calculation

Performs calculations for a whole route containing multiple curves.

25.8.1 Inputting IPs (Intersection Points)

Enters Intersection Points (IPs) for route calculation.

25.8.2 Inputting Curve Elements

Inputs curve properties like parameter A, radius, and offset for route calculation.

25.8.3 Displaying Curve Properties

Checks and alters curve properties set in inputting curve elements.

25.8.4 Clearing Data

Clears route data set for intersection points and curve elements.

25.8.5 Automatic Calculation of Cardinal Points

Calculates cardinal points based on curve properties at specified intervals.

25.8.6 Arbitrary Point Calculation

Finds coordinates of arbitrary points on calculated curves.

25.8.7 Inverse Width Peg

Calculates route widths and coordinates for center pegs using inverse width peg calculation.

25.8.8 Setting Parameters

Sets curve type and BP point for subsequent curve calculations.

26. Cross Section Survey

Cross Survey Data Review

Displays cross-section data recorded in a JOB, showing offset.

27. Point to Line Measurement

PROCEDURE Setting Baseline

Sets the baseline by defining instrument height and observing points.

Point to Line MEASUREMENT

Measures target points and displays instrument station coordinates.

28. Recording Data - TOPO Menu -

28.1 Recording Instrument Station Data

Stores instrument station coordinates, name, height, codes, operator, and environmental data.

28.2 Recording Backsight Point

Stores backsight station data and selects azimuth angle setting method.

28.3 Recording Angle Measurement Data

Stores angle measurement values, target height, point name, and code.

28.4 Recording Distance Measurement Data

Stores distance measurement data, target height, point name, and code.

28.5 Recording Coordinate Data

Stores coordinate measurement data, target height, point name, and code.

28.6 Recording Distance and Coordinate Data

Stores distance and coordinate data simultaneously with the same point name.

28.7 Recording Notes

Prepares and records notes data in the current JOB.

28.8 Reviewing JOB Data

Displays and searches data within the current JOB by point name.

28.9 Deleting Recorded JOB Data

Deletes recorded data from the currently selected JOB.

29. Selecting/Deleting a JOB

29.1 Selecting a JOB

Selects the current JOB and Coordinate Search JOB from a list.

29.2 Deleting a JOB

Clears data within a designated JOB.

30. Registering/Deleting Data

30.1 Registering/Deleting Known Point Data

Registers or deletes coordinate data of known points using key entry or external instrument.

30.2 Reviewing Known Point Data

Displays all coordinate data within the current JOB.

30.3 Registering/Deleting Codes

Saves and inputs codes in memory for use in data recording.

30.4 Reviewing Codes

Displays the registered code list.

31. Outputting JOB Data

31.1 Outputting JOB Data to Host Computer

Connects ES to host computer and selects JOB data for output.

PROCEDURE Code output to a host computer

Connects ES to host computer to output code data.

32. Using USB Memory Device

32.1 Inserting the USB Memory Device

Steps for correctly inserting the USB memory device into the ES.

32.2 Selecting T type/S type

Selects between T type and S type for communication format.

32.3 Storing JOB Data to USB Memory device

Saves measurement data, station data, etc., from a JOB to a USB device.

PROCEDURE Code saving

Saves code data to a USB memory device.

32.4 Loading Data in USB memory device to the ES

Loads known point data or code previously saved on USB to the current JOB.

32.5 Displaying and Editing Files

Displays file information, edits file names, and deletes files.

32.6 Formatting the Selected External Memory Media

Formats the USB memory device using quick format.

33. Changing the Settings

33.1 Configuration -Config Mode-

Explains the Config Mode and its sub-menus like Obs. condition, Instr. config.

33.4 Changing Password

Procedure to change the instrument's password.

33.5 Restoring Default Settings

Methods for restoring initial settings and initializing data.

33.3 Allocating Key Functions

Allows allocation of softkeys in OBS mode to suit measurement conditions and operator preferences.

34. Warning and Error Messages

BadCondition

Indicates poor measuring conditions or inability to sight the target.

Bad file name

Error message when a file name is not entered during USB data saving.

Calculation error

Occurs when known point coordinates coincide or calculation fails.

Checksum error

Indicates a sending/repetition error between ES and external equipment.

Clock error

Error related to low battery voltage or depletion of the lithium battery.

Communication error

Indicates a reception error in coordinate data from an external instrument.

35. Checks and Adjustments

35.1 Circular Level

Procedure to check and adjust the circular level bubble for proper instrument leveling.

35.2 Tilt Sensor

Checks and cancels tilt zero point error for accurate angle measurements.

35.3 Collimation

Measures and corrects collimation error for accurate angular observations.

35.4 Reticle

Checks perpendicularity of the reticle to the horizontal axis.

35.5 Optical Plummet

Checks and adjusts the optical plummet for accurate centering.

35.6 Additive Distance Constant

Checks and adjusts the additive distance constant (K) for accurate distance measurements.

35.7 Laser Plummet

Checks and adjusts the laser plummet for accurate centering.

36. Standard Equipment and Optional Accessories

36.1 Standard equipment

Ensures all necessary equipment is present before first use.

36.2 Optional accessories

Lists optional accessories sold separately for the ES series.

36.3 Prism system

Describes arrangements and compatibility of prism systems.

36.4 Power supplies

Lists available power supplies and their combinations for operating the ES.

37. Specifications

Telescope

Specifies telescope dimensions, magnification, and resolving power.

Angle measurement

Details angle measurement types, units, accuracy, and display.

Tilt angle compensation

Specifies the type, minimum display, range, and automatic compensator settings.

Distance Measurement

Details measuring method, signal source, laser class, and measuring ranges.

Minimum Display

Specifies minimum display values for fine, rapid, and tracking measurements.

Maximum Slope Distance Display

Specifies maximum distance display for prism and reflectorless measurements.

Accuracy

Lists accuracy specifications for different measurement modes and target types.

Measuring Mode

Lists selectable measuring modes like fine, rapid, and tracking.

Measuring Time

Specifies measuring times for fine, rapid, and tracking measurements.

Atmospheric Correction

Specifies input ranges for temperature and pressure for atmospheric correction.

38. Explanation

38.1 Manually Indexing the Vertical Circle by Face Left, Face Right Measurement

Procedure to eliminate inaccuracy in the vertical circle 0 index for high precision measurements.

38.2 Correction for Refraction and Earth Curvature

Explains how the instrument accounts for refraction and earth curvature in distance calculations.

39. Regulations

FCC Compliance

Details FCC rules and compliance statements for the device.

Declaration of Conformity

Lists manufacturer information and product model details.

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