Topcon GR-5 - Power Management

Power Management
P/N 7010-1004
2-11
receiver, or the cradle. When returning the batteries to the receiver or
cradle, charging is automatically resumed.
Power Management
Topcon’s PC-CDU software provides an interface for various
configuration, monitoring, and management functions for the
receiver.
For power management of the receiver, PC-CDU enables the power
source, enables the charging mode, and displays the current voltage
for the batteries.
1. Connect the receiver and computer. See “Connecting the
Receiver and a Computer” on page 2-21 for this procedure.
2. Once connected, click ConfigurationReceiver.
3. Select the Power Mode drop-down list to set the power source
(Figure 2-7). Current Mode displays the current power source; if
using the cradle, it will show “extbat.”
• Auto – receiver automatically selects the power source
• Mix – the batteries will discharge almost simultaneously
• Battery A – both batteries will discharge in sequence: first A,
then B, A, B, and so forth. In this case, battery B will last 1 to
2 hours longer.
• Battery B – both batteries will discharge in sequence: first B,
then A, B, A, and so forth. In this case, battery A will last 1 to
2 hours longer.
• External – receiver will use an external power source.