Champion instruments PRO User manual

PRO GNSS Receiver
Quick Start Guide

Copyright
Copyright 2018 Champion Instruments LLC | All rights
reserved.
Trademarks
All product and brand names mentioned in this publication
are trademarks of their respective holders.
Safety Warnings
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the
U.S. Government, which is solely responsible for the
accuracy and maintenance of the GPS network. Accuracy
can also be affected by poor satellite geometry and
obstructions, like buildings and heavy canopies.
FCC Interference Statement
This equipment has been designed to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the
FCC Rules in Portable Mode. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction
1.1. Safety Information
1.1.1. Warnings and Cautions........................
1.1.2. Regulations and Safety........................
1.1.3. Use and Care.......................................
1.2. Technical Support..............................................
1.3. Disclaimer..........................................................
1.4. Your Comments.................................................
2. Getting Started with the Champion PRO
2.1. About the Receiver............................................
2.2. Parts of the Receiver
2.2.1. Front Panel...........................................
2.2.2. Lower Housing.....................................
2.2.3. Receiver Ports......................................
2.3. Batteries and Power
2.3.1. Internal Battery
2.3.1.1. Charging the Battery.............
2.3.1.2. Battery Safety........................
2.3.2. External Power Supply........................
2.4. Inserting Battery and SIM Card.........................
2.5. Product with Accessories..................................
2.6. Connecting to an Office Computer...................
2.7. Connecting to Carlson SurvCE as a Network
Rover..................................................................
A. Communication Ports Definition
A.I. Champion PRO Receiver I/O Port (7-Pin Lemo
Port) Definition..................................................
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A.II. Champion PRO Receiver USB Port (7-Pin
Lemo Port) Definition........................................
B. PRO Specifications........................................................
C. Contact Information.....................................................
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1. Introduction
The Champion PRO GNSS Receiver Quick Start Guide
describes how to set up and use the Champion PRO GNSS
receiver.
“The receiver” refers to the Champion PRO GNSS receiver
unless otherwise stated.
Even if you have used other Global Navigation Satellite
Systems (GNSS) products before, Champion Instruments
recommends that you spend some time reading this manual
to learn about the special features of this product.
1.1. Safety Information
1.1.1. Warnings and Cautions
An absence of specific alerts does not mean that there are
no safety risks involved.
Warning or Caution information is intended to minimize the
risk of personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
WARNING - A Warning alerts you to a potential
misuse or wrong setting of the equipment.
CAUTION - A Caution alerts you to a possible risk of
serious injury to your person and/or damage to the
equipment.
1.1.2. Regulations and Safety
The receivers contain a built-in wireless modem for signal
communication through Bluetooth®wireless technology or
through an external communication datalink. Regulations
regarding the use of the wireless modem vary greatly from
country to country. In some countries, the unit can be used
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without obtaining an end-user license. However, in some
countries, administrative permissions are required. For
license information, consult your local dealer. Bluetooth®
operates in license-free bands.
Before operating a Champion PRO GNSS receiver,
determine if authorization or a license to operate the unit is
required in your country. It is the responsibility of the
end-user to obtain an operator’s permit or license for the
receiver for the location or country of use.
1.1.3. Use and Care
This receiver is ruggedized to withstand tough
environmental conditions that occur in the field. However,
the receiver is a high-precision electronic instrument and
should be treated with reasonable care.
CAUTION - Operating or storing the receiver
outside the specified temperature range will cause
irreversible damage.
1.2. Technical Support
If you have a problem and cannot find the information you
need in this manual or on the Champion Instruments
website www.ChampionInstruments.com, contact your local
Champion Instruments dealer from which you purchased
the receiver(s).
If you need to contact Champion Instruments technical
support, please call [phone].
1.3. Disclaimer
Before using the receiver, please make sure that you have
read and understood this Quick Start Guide, as well as the
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safety information. Champion Instruments holds no
responsibility for the incorrect operation by users and for
the losses incurred by misunderstanding this guide.
However, Champion Instruments reserves the right to
update and optimize the contents in this guide regularly.
Please contact your local Champion Instruments dealer for
new information.
1.4. Your Comments
Your feedback about this user guide will help us to improve
it in the future. Please email your comments to
offi[email protected].
2. Getting Started with the Champion PRO
2.1. About the Receiver
The Champion PRO GNSS receiver incorporates a GNSS
engine, GNSS antenna, internal radio, 3G cellular modem,
Bluetooth, WiFi and battery in a ruggedized and miniature
unit. Either unit may be a base, rover, or used without other
devices for static collection.
The receiver can be used as part of a Network RTK GNSS
system with Carlson SurvCE, MicroSurvey Field Genius or
CHC LandStar7 Android software. Static positions can be
stored in Rinex 2.11 format for easy OPUS submittal using
only the receiver. The static data can be stored in internal
memory, a USB flash drive using the optional OTG cable or
sent to your FTP using the internal 3G GSM modem!
When using the Champion Pro without additional
equipment, configuration of the many features is
accomplished through a web browser. CHC LandStar7 may
also be downloaded from the Android app store. Static
positions can be taken by pressing the function button for 5
seconds.
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2.2. Parts of the Receiver
The operating controls are all located on the front panel.
Battery compartment, SIM card slot, serial ports and
connectors are located on the bottom of the unit.
2.2.1. Front Panel
The following figure shows a front view of the receiver.
Front Panel
(Reference chart on the next page)
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Icon Light
Color
Light Status Description
1. Power Red On Power on
Flash Less than 30%
battery
remaining
2. Satellites Green Flash every
second
Satellites found
3. Corrections Yellow Flash every
second
Base is
transmitting the
corrections
Green Flash every
second
Rover is
receiving the
corrections
Flash Rover is in RTK
float status
On Rover is in RTK
fixed status
4. WiFi Orange On WiFi on
Off WiFi off
5. File
Recording
Yellow Flash
according to
static sample
interval
Static data is
logging
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Name Description
Function Button Press and hold for 5 seconds to start
and stop static sessions.
Power Button Works as a Power button:
Press and hold this button for 3
seconds to turn on or turn off the
receiver
Works as a Reset button:
Hold Function button and press
this button 5 times to reset the
mainboard.
Function Button
Power Button
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2.2.2. Lower Housing
The lower housing contains one SIM card slot, battery
compartment, one TNC radio antenna connector, two
communication and power ports, one 5/8 - 11 threaded
insert and nameplate.
2.2.3. Receiver Ports
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Port Name Description
I/O Port This port is a 7-pin Lemo
connector that supports RS-232
communications and external
power.
Users can use the optional GPS
to PC Data Cable to realize
RS-232 communications
between the receiver and
computer or controller. Also,
users can use the 7-pin cable to
transmit differential data to an
external radio.
USB Port This port is a 7-pin Lemo
connector that supports USB
communications and external
power.
Users can use the USB Cable
supplied with the system to
download the logged data to a
computer.
The optional OTG Cable can be
used to upgrade the
receiver firmware by connecting
the receiver to a USB flash disk
or directly log the static data to
a USB flash disk.
Radio
Antenna
Connector
Connect the UHF radio
antenna to the internal radio
of the receiver. This connector
is not used if you are using an
external radio.
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2.3. Batteries and Power
2.3.1. Internal Battery
The receiver comes with two rechargeable lithium-ion
batteries.
2.3.1.1. Charging the Battery
The rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are supplied
partially charged. Charge the batteries completely before
using for the first time. To charge the batteries, place them
in the supplied charger and wait until the green light at
each battery stops flashing and remains solid green.
WARNING - Charge and use the rechargeable
lithium-ion batteries only in strict accordance with
the instructions. Charging or using the batteries in
unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or
fire and can result in personal injury and/or
equipment damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
• Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be
damaged or leaking.
• Charge the lithium-ion battery only in a Champion
Pro charger that is specified to charge it. Be sure to
follow all instructions that are provided with the
battery charger.
• Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme
heat or a burning odor.
• Use the battery only in Champion Pro equipment.
• Use the battery only for its intended use and
according to the instructions in the product
documentation.
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2.3.1.2. Battery Safety
WARNING - Do not damage the rechargeable
lithium-ion batteries. A damaged battery can cause
an explosion or fire and can result in personal
injury and/or property damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
• Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be
damaged. Signs of damage include but are not
limited to discoloration, warping and leakage of
battery fluid.
• Do not expose the battery to fire, high temperature
or direct sunlight.
• Do not immerse the battery in water.
• Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle
during hot weather.
• Do not drop or puncture the battery.
• Do not open the battery or short-circuit its contacts.
WARNING - Avoid contact with the rechargeable
lithium-ion battery if it appears to be leaking.
Battery fluid is corrosive and contact with it can result
in personal injury and/or property damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
• If the battery leaks, avoid the battery fluid.
• If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse
your eyes with clean water and seek medical
attention. Please do not rub your eyes!
• If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing,
immediately use clean water to wash off the battery
fluid.
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2.3.2. External Power Supply
Two methods are available for providing external power to
the receiver. Use the included GPS to USB PC Data Cable
with Power Adapter and either the wall charging adapter or
the optional 12 volt battery cable.
In the office:
The Power Adapter is connected with AC power of
100 - 240 V and the output port of the Power Adapter
connects to the Power Port of the GPS to USB PC Data
Cable.
In the field:
The external power cable is connected with a vehicle
battery, and the output port of the external power cable
connects with the Power Port of the GPS to USB PC Data
Cable.
WARNING - Use caution when connecting external
power cable’s clip leads to a vehicle battery. Do not
allow any metal object to connect (short) the bat-
tery’s positive (+) terminal to either the negative (-)
terminal or the metal part of the vehicle battery. This
could result in high current, arcing and high
temperatures, exposing the user to possible injury.
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2.4. Inserting Battery and SIM Card
Press in the spring-loaded buttons on the battery cover to
open the cover.
Align the connector of the battery with the connections on
the receiver and snap the battery in place. Replace the
battery cover when finished.
To remove the battery, press in the spring-loaded buttons
and remove the cover.
Press buttons
and lift
Battery cover
Insert the SIM card with the contacts facing down while the
battery is removed. The notched end of the SIM card does
NOT go into the slot.
To remove the SIM card, lightly press down on the end not
under the holder, and slide the card out of the socket.
Tip – The SIM card is provided by your GSM cellular
network service provider.
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2.5. Product with Accessories
Item Picture
Champion PRO GNSS
Receiver
UHF Bar Antenna (450-470
MHz)
P/N: 2004 020 011
Optional OTG Cable
P/N: 2004 030 015
USB Cable with Power
Socket
P/N: 2004 030 032
Optional Serial Cable with
Power Socket
P/N: 2004 030 044
Lithium Batteries
P/N: 2004 050 017
Auxiliary H.I. Tool
Tribrach Adapter
Hard Case
P/N: 2004 060 005
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2.6. Connecting to an Office Computer
The receiver can be connected to an office computer for
serial data transfer or settings via a GPS to PC Data Cable.
Before you connect to the office computer, ensure that the
receiver is powered on by the internal battery or external
power.
The following figure shows how to connect to the computer
for data transfer:
2.7. Connecting to Carlson SurvCE as a Network Rover
1. Turn on the controller →run SurvCE →tap the Equip
tab in the main menu.
2. In the Equip screen, select the GPS Rover button.
For the Manufacture field, select Champion Instruments
and Pro for the Model field.
GPS to PC data cable
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3. Tap the Comms Tab next to the Current tab. Then
select Bluetooth for the Communication Type and
Windows Mobile for the BT Type. Press the hammer and
wrench button to search for Bluetooth devices.
4. Press the Find Device button to search for devices.
Pick your receiver from the list of devices found, the format
is GNSS-???????.
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5. After selecting your receiver, press the Set Device
PIN button and enter 1234 for the device pin. Press the
green check mark and then the Bluetooth button to the left
of the red X. Before moving to the Receiver tab, press the
button to connect to the receiver, and wait for a
successful connection.
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