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Topcon GREEN LABEL GTS-250 Series User Manual

Topcon GREEN LABEL GTS-250 Series
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ELECTRONIC TOTAL STATION
GTS-250
SERIES
GTS-252
GTS-255
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
71014 90010

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Topcon GREEN LABEL GTS-250 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTopcon
ModelGREEN LABEL GTS-250 Series
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FOREWORD

General Handling Precautions

Provides essential precautions for safe and correct handling of the instrument.

Precautions for Safe Operation

Details critical safety warnings and prohibitions for product operation.

Power Supply Precautions

Covers warnings and cautions related to the instrument's power supply and battery.

Tripod Safety Precautions

Highlights warnings for safe setup and use of the tripod with the instrument.

User Requirements and Protectors

Specifies user requirements and necessary protective equipment for operation.

Manufacturer Responsibility Exclusions

Outlines limitations of manufacturer responsibility for product misuse or damage.

1 NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

1.1 Nomenclature Overview

Illustrates and labels the main external parts of the instrument.

1.2 Instrument Display Details

Describes the instrument's display screen, including its layout and features.

1.3 Instrument Operating Keys

Details the function and purpose of each key on the instrument's control panel.

1.4 Function Key (Soft Key) Usage

Explains the dynamic functions assigned to soft keys based on the displayed mode.

1.5 Star Key Mode Functionality

Describes how to access and use the Star key for instrument settings and options.

1.6 Serial Signal RS-232C Connector

Details the purpose and function of the RS-232C serial port for data communication.

2 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT

2.1 Setting Instrument Up For Measurement

Provides a step-by-step guide for mounting, leveling, and centering the instrument on a tripod.

2.2 Powering On the Instrument

Explains how to turn on the instrument and initial display checks.

2.3 Battery Power Indicator

Details the battery indicator and its meaning for instrument operation.

2.4 Tilt Correction for Angles

Explains the automatic tilt correction feature for angle measurements.

Setting Tilt Correction via Soft Key

Describes how to enable or disable tilt correction using soft keys.

2.5 Entering Alphanumeric Characters

Guides users on inputting alphanumeric characters for various settings and data entry.

2.5.1 Alphanumeric Character Input Guide

Provides detailed steps and examples for entering alphanumeric characters.

3 ANGLE MEASUREMENT

3.1 Measuring Horizontal and Vertical Angles

Details the procedure for measuring horizontal and vertical angles to targets.

3.2 Switching Horizontal Angle Modes

Explains how to switch between Right (HR) and Left (HL) horizontal angle modes.

3.3.1 Holding a Horizontal Angle

Describes how to set and hold a specific horizontal angle value.

3.3.2 Setting Horizontal Angle via Keys

Guides on setting a desired horizontal angle using the instrument's keys.

3.4 Vertical Angle Percent Grade Mode

Explains how to use the instrument in Vertical Angle Percent Grade mode.

3.5 Repetition Angle Measurement

Details the process for performing repetition angle measurements to improve accuracy.

3.6 Buzzer for 90° Horizontal Angle Increments

Describes the buzzer function that signals 90° increments in horizontal angle.

3.7 Compass Mode Display (Vertical Angle)

Explains how the vertical angle is displayed in compass mode.

4 DISTANCE MEASUREMENT

4.1 Setting Atmospheric Correction

Explains how to set atmospheric correction based on temperature and pressure.

4.2 Setting Prism Constant Correction

Details how to set the prism constant value for accurate distance measurements.

4.3 Continuous Distance Measurement

Guides on performing continuous distance measurements to a target.

4.4 N-time and Single Distance Measurement

Explains how to perform multiple-time or single distance measurements and view the average.

4.5 Measurement Modes: Fine, Tracking, Coarse

Describes different distance measurement modes (Fine, Tracking, Coarse) and their characteristics.

4.6 Stake Out (S.O) Procedure

Details the stake-out procedure, calculating the difference between measured and target distances.

4.7 Offset Measurement Modes

Introduces the four offset measurement modes for measuring inaccessible points.

4.7.1 Angle Offset Measurement

Explains how to perform angle offset measurements for inaccessible targets.

4.7.2 Distance Offset Measurement

Explains distance offset measurement for data collection, using offset horizontal distances.

4.7.3 Plane Offset Measurement

Details plane offset measurement for data collection, used for measuring edges of planes.

4.7.4 Column Offset Measurement

Explains column offset measurement within data collection for finding column centers.

5 COORDINATE MEASUREMENT

5.1 Setting Occupied Point Coordinates

Guides on setting the instrument's occupied point coordinates and origin.

5.2 Setting Instrument Height

Explains how to set the instrument height, which is retained after power off.

5.3 Setting Target (Prism) Height

Details how to set the target (prism) height for Z coordinate calculations.

5.4 Executing Coordinate Measurement

Outlines the process for measuring unknown point coordinates using instrument and prism heights.

6 SPECIAL MODE (Menu Mode)

6.1 Application Measurement (PROGRAMS)

Introduces special measurement programs available within the instrument.

6.1.1 Remote Elevation Measurement (REM)

Explains the Remote Elevation Measurement (REM) procedure for inaccessible points.

6.1.2 Missing Line Measurement (MLM)

Details the Missing Line Measurement (MLM) for calculating distances between points.

6.1.3 Setting Z Coordinate of Occupied Point

Explains how to set the Z coordinate of the occupied point using coordinate data files.

6.1.4 Area Calculation Methods

Details methods for calculating the area of a closed figure using coordinate data or measured data.

6.1.5 Point to Line Measurement

Explains how to measure coordinates relative to a determined line (point to line).

6.2 Setting the GRID FACTOR

Describes how to set and apply the Grid Factor for coordinate calculations.

6.3 Display and Cross Hair Illumination Settings

Explains how to adjust display illumination and reticle brightness.

6.4 Setting Mode 1 Options

Covers settings like minimum reading, auto power off, and tilt correction.

6.4.4 Systematic Error Correction

Describes setting ON/OFF for instrument error correction for angle measurement.

6.4.5 Heater ON/OFF Control

Explains how to turn the display heater on or off.

6.4.6 RS-232C Communication Setup

Details setting communication parameters for RS-232C connection to external devices.

6.5 Display Contrast Adjustment

Explains how to adjust the LCD display contrast level.

6.6 ROAD Menu Operations

Introduces the ROAD menu operation for road survey applications.

6.6.1 Input Start Point for Road Data

Guides on inputting the starting point coordinates for road measurement.

6.6.2 Input Road Data Components

Details how to input LINE, CURVE, SPIRAL, and POINT data for road surveys.

6.6.3 Search Road Data

Explains how to search for previously input road data.

6.6.4 Edit Road Data

Guides on how to edit input road data.

6.6.5 Set Occupied and Backsight Points

Details how to set the Occupied Point and Backsight Point for road operations.

6.6.6 Setout Road Procedure

Explains the procedure for setting out points along a road alignment.

6.6.7 Select File for Road Data

Describes how to select a file for Occupied and Backsight points.

6.6.8 Initialize ROAD Data

Explains how to initialize (erase) ROAD data from internal memory.

7 DATA COLLECTION

Measured Data Storage

Explains that collected data is memorized into files for storage and retrieval.

Measurement Points Capacity

Discusses the impact of layout mode usage on the number of measurable points.

7.1 Data Collection Preparation

Covers initial steps before data collection, including file selection.

7.1.1 Selecting Data Collection File

Guides on selecting or creating a file for storing collected measurement data.

7.1.2 Selecting Coordinate File

Explains how to select a coordinate data file for use in data collection.

7.1.3 Setting Occupied and Backsight Points

Details setting occupied and backsight points for data collection.

7.2 DATA COLLECT Operational Procedure

Provides a step-by-step guide for performing data collection measurements.

Searching Recorded Data

Explains how to search recorded data within the DATA COLLECT mode.

Entering PCODE/ID via PCODE Library

Guides on entering PCODE/ID using the PCODE Library for data collection.

7.3 Data Collect Offset Measurement Modes

Introduces offset measurement modes within data collection for inaccessible points.

7.3.1 Angle Offset Measurement

Details the angle offset measurement procedure for data collection.

7.3.2 Distance Offset Measurement

Explains distance offset measurement for data collection, using offset horizontal distances.

7.3.3 Plane Offset Measurement

Details plane offset measurement for data collection, used for measuring edges of planes.

7.3.4 Column Offset Measurement

Explains column offset measurement within data collection for finding column centers.

7.4 NEZ Auto Calculation

Describes the automatic NEZ coordinate calculation and storage during data collection.

7.5 Point to Line Measurement

Explains point-to-line measurement for obtaining coordinates relative to a determined line.

7.6 Editing PCODE Library

Guides on entering and editing PCODE data in the PCODE Library.

7.7 Data Collect Parameter Settings

Details settings for data collection parameters like distance mode and data confirmation.

8 LAYOUT

Layout Menu Navigation

Provides a flowchart for accessing and navigating the LAYOUT mode menus.

8.1 Preparation for Layout

Covers initial setup steps before executing layout tasks.

8.1.1 Setting the GRID FACTOR

Explains how to set and calculate the Grid Factor for layout operations.

8.1.2 Selecting Coordinate Data File

Guides on selecting coordinate data files for use in the LAYOUT mode.

8.1.3 Setting the Occupied Point

Details methods for setting the occupied point coordinates in LAYOUT mode.

8.1.4 Setting the Backsight Point

Explains how to set the backsight point for layout operations.

8.2 Executing a Layout Task

Provides the procedure for executing a layout task, including angle and distance calculations.

8.2.1 Layout using Point-to-Line Coordinates

Details layout execution using coordinate data of a point to line.

8.3 Setting a New Point

Covers methods for establishing new points when existing control is unavailable.

8.3.1 Side Shot Method for New Points

Explains the side shot method for setting new points when control points are not visible.

8.3.2 Resection Method for New Points

Details the resection method for calculating a new point's coordinate using known points.

Viewing Point Number (PT#) List

Explains how to view the PT# list and associated coordinate data.

9 MEMORY MANAGER MODE

File Management Operations

Manages files by checking status, renaming, and deleting.

Data Management Operations

Handles inputting, deleting, and managing coordinate and PCODE data.

Data Transfer and Initialization

Facilitates data transfer to/from computers and memory initialization.

9.1 Internal Memory Status

Allows checking the internal memory status, including file and data counts.

9.2 Searching Recorded Data

Provides methods to search recorded file data in DATA COLLECT or LAYOUT modes.

9.2.1 Measured Data Searching

Details searching measured data by file name, first/last data, or point number.

Editing Data in Search Mode

Explains how to edit point name, ID, PCODE, and height data in search mode.

9.2.2 Coordinate Data Searching

Guides on searching coordinate data by file name and point number.

9.2.3 PCODE Library Searching

Explains how to search the PCODE Library by number or name.

9.3 File Maintenance Operations

Covers renaming files, searching data within files, and deleting files.

9.3.1 Renaming a File

Details the procedure for renaming an existing file in the internal memory.

9.3.2 Searching Data within a File

Explains how to search for data within a specific file.

9.3.3 Deleting a File

Describes how to erase a file from the internal memory.

9.4 Direct Coordinate Data Input

Guides on directly inputting coordinate data (NEZ, PTL) via keyboard.

9.4.2 PTL Data Input

Explains how to input PTL coordinate data directly from the keyboard.

9.5 Deleting Coordinate Data from File

Details how to erase specific coordinate data entries from a file.

9.6 Editing PCODE Library

Guides on entering and editing PCODE data in the PCODE Library.

9.7 Data Communications

Covers sending data to a computer and loading data from it.

9.7.1 Sending Data to Computer

Explains how to send measured or coordinate data files to a computer.

9.7.2 Loading Data from Computer

Details how to load coordinate and PCODE library data from a computer.

9.7.3 Setting Data Communication Parameters

Guides on setting communication parameters like baud rate and parity for data transfer.

9.8 Initializing Internal Memory

Explains how to initialize the internal memory, erasing file and PCODE data.

10 SET AUDIO MODE

11 SETTING THE PRISM CONSTANT VALUE

Inputting Prism Constant Correction

Explains how to input the prism constant correction value for accurate measurements.

12 SETTING ATMOSPHERIC CORRECTION

12.1 Atmospheric Correction Calculation Formulas

Presents the formulas used for calculating atmospheric correction values.

12.2 Setting Atmospheric Correction Values

Guides on setting atmospheric correction values by measuring temperature and pressure.

Direct Atmospheric Correction Input

Explains how to directly input the atmospheric correction value (PPM).

Atmospheric Correction Chart Reference

Provides a chart to determine atmospheric correction values based on temperature and pressure.

13 CORRECTION FOR REFRACTION AND EARTH CURVATURE

13.1 Distance Calculation Formulas

Presents the formulas for distance calculation considering refraction and earth curvature.

14 POWER SOURCE AND CHARGING

14.1 On-board Battery BT-G1W

Details information about the BT-G1W on-board battery.

Battery Removal Procedure

Details the procedure for safely removing the on-board battery.

Battery Charging Procedure

Provides instructions for charging the BT-G1W battery.

Battery Refresh Procedure

Explains the battery refresh procedure to restore capacity and improve operating time.

Battery Installation Procedure

Guides on how to properly install the on-board battery into the instrument.

15 DETACH/ATTACH OF TRIBRACH

Instrument Detachment from Tribrach

Details the procedure for detaching the instrument from the tribrach.

Instrument Attachment to Tribrach

Explains how to attach the instrument to the tribrach.

Locking the Tribrach Lever

Describes how to lock the tribrach locking lever to prevent accidental removal.

16 SELECTING MODE

16.1 Selectable Mode Items

Lists and describes various selectable modes and settings for the instrument.

16.2 Setting the Selecting Mode

Provides examples and steps for setting various modes and options.

17 CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT

17.1 Checking and Adjusting Instrument Constant

Explains how to check and adjust the instrument constant for measurement accuracy.

17.2 Checking the Optical Axis Alignment

Details the procedure to check the alignment of the EDM and theodolite optical axes.

17.3 Theodolite Function Checks and Adjustments

Covers general pointers and notes for adjusting theodolite functions and tribrach.

17.3.3 Vertical Cross-hair Adjustment

Guides on adjusting the vertical cross-hair to be perpendicular to the horizontal axis.

17.3.4 Instrument Collimation Procedure

Explains the process of collimating the instrument for a straight line of sight.

17.3.5 Optical Plummet Telescope Adjustment

Details how to check and adjust the optical plummet telescope for vertical axis alignment.

17.3.6 Vertical Angle 0 Datum Adjustment

Guides on adjusting the vertical angle 0 datum for accurate coordinate origin determination.

17.4 Setting Instrument Constant Value

Explains how to set the instrument constant value obtained from checks.

17.5 Systematic Instrument Error Adjustment

Details procedures for adjusting systematic errors like collimation and axis errors.

17.6 Reference Frequency Check Mode

Describes the reference frequency check mode for EDM frequency testing.

18 PRECAUTIONS

19 SPECIAL ACCESSORIES

Interface Cable F-24

Describes the interface cable for connecting the instrument to external devices.

Prism Holders and Adapters

Lists various prism holders, target plates, and pole adaptors for prism systems.

Tribrachs and Related Accessories

Details tribrach, optical plummet tribrach, and adaptors for prism systems.

Prism Units and Tripod

Describes different prism units and the tripod accessory.

20 BATTERY SYSTEM

On-board Battery BT-G1W Information

Details information about the BT-G1W on-board battery.

21 PRISM SYSTEM

Target Poles and Prisms

Lists target poles and prisms available for the system.

Prism Holders and Adapters

Details various prism holders, target plates, and adaptors.

Tribrachs and Related Accessories

Describes tribrachs, optical plummet tribrachs, and adaptors.

Prism Units and Tripod

Describes prism units (single, 3, 9) and the tripod.

22 ERROR DISPLAYS

Area Calculation Errors

Errors related to insufficient points or impossible calculations.

REM Measurement Errors (E35)

Error displayed for REM measurement outside zenith/nadir range.

EDM System Errors (E60's)

Indicates an abnormality in the EDM (distance measuring system).

Angle Measurement Errors (E71, E72, E73)

Errors related to vertical angle setting, adjustment, or leveling.

Data Transmission Errors (E80's)

Abnormality during data transmission between instruments.

Memory System Errors (E90's, MEMORY ERROR)

Indicates an abnormality occurring with the internal memory system.

File Management Errors (FILE EXISTS, FULL FILES)

Errors related to file naming, capacity, or selection.

Initialization and Input Errors (FAILED INITIALIZE, LIMIT OVER)

Errors indicating initialization failure or exceeding input limits.

Data Not Found or Selected Errors (NO DATA, NO FILE, FILE NOT SELECTED)

Errors related to data availability or file selection.

Measurement Constraint Errors (P1-P2 distance too short)

Error in point-to-line measurement if the distance between points is less than 1m.

Resection and Point Input Errors (CIRCULAR ERROR, PT# EXIST, PT# DOES NOT EXIST)

Errors in resection or new point input related to point data.

Measurement Calculation Errors (RANGE ERROR, Tilt Over)

Errors occurring during measurement calculation or instrument tilt.

Angle System Errors (V/H/VH ANGLE ERROR)

Indicates abnormality in angle measuring system, requiring repair if persistent.

23 SPECIFICATIONS

Telescope Specifications

Lists specifications for the instrument's telescope, including magnification and field of view.

Distance Measurement Specifications

Details measurement ranges and accuracy under different atmospheric conditions.

Measurement Least Count and Time

Specifies minimum display units and measurement times for various modes.

Correction Ranges and Factors

Defines ranges for atmospheric and prism constant corrections, and conversion factors.

Electronic Angle Measurement Specs

Lists specifications for electronic angle measurement, including accuracy and reading.

Tilt Correction and Level Sensitivity

Details specifications for automatic tilt correction and level sensitivity.

Optical Plummet Telescope and Dimensions

Provides specifications for the optical plummet telescope and instrument dimensions.

Instrument Weight and Durability

Specifies instrument weight and durability ratings for water, dust, and temperature.

BT-G1W Battery Specifications

Provides specifications for the BT-G1W battery, including capacity and operating time.

Battery Charger Specifications

Lists specifications for the battery charger, including input voltage and recharging time.

24 REGULATIONS

USA FCC Class B Compliance

Details FCC compliance information for Class B digital devices in the USA.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Notes Proposition 65 warnings for California, regarding chemical exposure.

Recycling Batteries Information (USA)

Provides information on battery recycling in California and New York, USA.

Canadian ICES-Class B Compliance

States compliance with Canadian ICES-Class B digital apparatus regulations.

EU EMC-Class B Compliance

Indicates compliance with EU EMC Class B regulations for electromagnetic compatibility.

EU WEEE Directive Compliance

Refers to the WEEE Directive for EU member states, related to waste electrical equipment.

EU Battery Directive Compliance

Indicates compliance with the EU Battery Directive for member states.

Australia C-Tick Compliance

Notes compliance with Australia's C-Tick regulations.

Republic of Korea KC:ClassB Compliance

States compliance with Korea's KC:ClassB regulations for electronic equipment.

APPENDIX

1 Dual Axis Compensation Explained

Explains dual axis compensation for correcting errors from vertical axis inclination.

2 Battery Charging and Storing Precautions

Provides precautions for battery charging and storage to maintain capacity and service life.

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