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Trimble M3 Total Station - User Manual

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Trimble M3 Total Station Specifications

General IconGeneral
Operating Temperature-20°C to +50°C
Laser PointerYes
Internal Memory10, 000 points
Battery TypeLi-ion
Measurement Time1.2 seconds
IP RatingIP66
Distance Accuracy (Prism)±(2mm + 2ppm)
Distance Accuracy (Reflectorless)±(3mm + 2ppm)
Distance Range (Prism)Up to 3000 m
Distance Range (Reflectorless)500 m
Weight5.1 kg
CommunicationUSB

Summary

Introduction

Welcome

Thanks the user for purchasing the instrument and advises reading the manual.

About the Trimble M3 total station

Describes the ease of use and features of the Trimble M3 total station.

System diagram

Illustrates the system components of the Trimble M3 total station.

Related information

Provides contact information for dealers and training courses.

Technical assistance

Guides users on how to get technical support for the instrument.

Your comments

Requests feedback from users to improve documentation.

Overview of the Trimble M3 Total Station

Hardware overview

Details the main physical parts of the Trimble M3 total station.

Maintenance

Provides instructions for maintaining the instrument to ensure its longevity.

LCD display and key functions

Describes the instrument's display and the functions of its keys.

Key functions

Summarizes the functions of the various keys on the Trimble M3 series.

Adjusting lighting, laser, sound, and contrast

Explains how to adjust display and audio settings for optimal usability.

Status bar

Describes the indicators displayed on the status bar of the instrument.

Before Going to the Field

Unpacking and packing the instrument

Provides instructions for safely unpacking and packing the instrument.

Charging and discharging the battery pack

Details the procedures and safety precautions for battery charging and discharging.

Selecting a language

Guides users on how to select the instrument's operating language.

Changing regional configuration presets

Explains how to configure regional settings for the instrument.

Instrument settings

Covers essential settings for instrument operation, including angle, distance, and system configuration.

Getting Started in the Field

Setting up the tripod

Provides instructions for properly setting up the tripod for instrument stability.

Centering

Explains how to accurately center the instrument over the station point.

Leveling

Details the procedure for leveling the instrument to ensure accurate measurements.

Focusing the telescope

Guides users on how to focus the telescope for clear target viewing.

Setting the measurement mode and preparing the target

Covers selecting measurement modes and preparing targets for accurate readings.

Turning the instrument on and off

Explains the procedures for powering the instrument on and off.

Basic Measurement Screen

Measurement mode

Explains the different measurement modes available on the instrument.

Changing the screen display

Guides users on how to navigate and change the instrument's display screens.

Changing the distance unit

Details how to switch between different distance measurement units.

Taking measurements

Provides instructions for taking measurements using the instrument.

Tracking mode

Explains how to use the continuous measurement (tracking) mode.

Setting the horizontal angle (HA)

Guides users on setting and resetting the horizontal angle.

Setting target height (th) and instrument height (ih)

Details how to input target and instrument heights for accurate measurements.

Setting the station elevation

Explains how to set the station elevation for improved measurement accuracy.

Measuring edges and corners using the Intersection program (INTS)

Covers the use of the Intersection program for measuring geometric features.

Job Manager

Creating a new job

Provides instructions for creating new survey jobs on the instrument.

Opening an existing job

Guides users on how to open previously created survey jobs.

Deleting a job

Explains the process for deleting survey jobs from the instrument.

Setting the Control Point job

Details how to designate a job as a control point file for reference.

Displaying job information

Explains how to view details and status of existing survey jobs.

Editing data

Guides users on how to edit data within survey jobs.

Coordinates

Resection

Explains the resection method for determining station setup using known points.

Known Station

Details how to set up the instrument using a known station point.

Station elevation

Describes the function for determining station elevation using known points.

Measure topo

Guides users on measuring topographic points to capture terrain data.

Stakeout

Explains the stakeout functions for setting out designed points in the field.

Applications

Connecting distance

Explains how to measure distances between points indirectly.

Remote object height

Details how to determine heights of inaccessible objects.

Station and offset

Covers determining coordinates relative to a reference line.

Vertical plane

Explains how to define and measure points within a vertical plane.

Compute area

Guides users on calculating areas using measured points.

Data Transfer

Hardware interface

Details the physical connectors and pinouts for data communication.

Specifications

Lists technical specifications related to data transfer and communication.

XON;XOFF Control

Explains the XON/XOFF protocol for data transmission.

Downloading internal memory to an office computer

Guides users on transferring data from the instrument to a PC.

Transferring recorded data to the office computer

Provides detailed steps for exporting recorded data to a computer.

Uploading data from an office computer to the internal memory

Explains how to import data from a PC into the instrument.

Uploading a point name;number list from the office computer

Covers importing point name/number lists from a computer.

Uploading a point code list from the office computer

Details importing point code lists from a computer.

Checking and Adjustment

Checking and adjusting the plate level

Guides users on checking and adjusting the instrument's plate level.

Checking and adjusting the circular level

Details the process for checking and adjusting the circular level.

Checking and adjusting the optical plummet

Explains how to check and adjust the optical plummet for accurate centering.

Checking the instrument constant

Describes how to verify and potentially adjust the instrument constant for distance measurements.

Checking and adjusting the compensator (C) and index (I)

Covers the critical adjustments for the compensator and index errors.

Checking and adjusting the laser pointer

Guides users on aligning the laser pointer for precise measurements.

Troubleshooting

Points

Addresses error messages and solutions related to point data and coordinates.

Settings interface

Offers solutions for issues concerning interface settings and data formats.

Job Manager

Provides troubleshooting steps for problems related to job creation and management.

Stakeout

Addresses errors and solutions specific to stakeout operations.

Uploading Point Name; Point Code list

Solves issues related to importing point name and code lists.

Adjustment C&I

Helps resolve errors encountered during instrument calibration and adjustment procedures.

Application

Provides solutions for problems encountered within specific instrument applications.

Data Formats

M5 data format

Details the structure and specifications of the M5 data format.

Nikon data format

Explains the Nikon data format for coordinate records and other data types.

Point number;name list and Point code list

Covers the file format for point lists and code lists.

Specifications

Telescope

Lists the specifications for the instrument's telescope.

Measurement range

Details the instrument's measurement range under various conditions.

Distance measurement precision

Specifies the precision of distance measurements in different modes.

Measurement intervals

Lists the time taken for measurements in various modes.

Angle measurement

Details the specifications for angle measurement accuracy and display.

Dual-axis tilt sensor

Provides specifications for the instrument's dual-axis tilt sensor.

Clamps;tangent screws

Specifies the type and range of clamps and tangent screws.

Tribrach

Lists the type of tribrach used with the instrument.

Level vial sensitivity

Specifies the sensitivity of the instrument's level vials.

Optical plummet

Lists the specifications for the optical plummet.

Display and keypad

Details the specifications of the instrument's display and keypad.

Connections in the base of instrument

Describes the communication and power connections available.

Battery pack BC-65

Provides specifications for the instrument's battery pack.

Environmental performance

Lists the operating and storage temperature ranges.

Dimensions

Provides the physical dimensions of the instrument and accessories.

Weight

Lists the weights of the instrument and its components.

Glossary

Softkey glossary

Lists and defines the softkeys used within the instrument's software.

Glossary of terms

Provides definitions for common surveying and instrument-related terms.

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