GE MapSight User manual

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MapSight OS version 5.25 (Jan 2014)
MS-101-15-01-1.0
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About this User Manual
This User Manual provides a combined reference for the use of MapSight OS and its associated
features on MapSight products and Windows Mobile 6 operating system that is pre-installed on these
devices.
Note: This document has been optimized for A5 booklet printing. Any blank pages are
intentionally inserted to allow ideal back-to-back printing or relevant pages.
Notes on Text:
WARNING! Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could
result in user injury or unexpected data results.
CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could
result in damage to equipment or loss of information.
Note: Text set off in this manner (with the finger indicator) indicates information that
may be useful to the operation of your MapSight unit.

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WARNING! This device contains an eye safe Class 1 laser product. Invisible laser
radiation is emitted from (and received into) the front apertures. Avoid staring into the
laser beam. This product complies with 21CFR1040.10 and IEC60825-1:200.
WARNING! The MapSight unit contains a magnetic compass. Using the unit near
magnetic (e.g. objects containing ferrous substances) or electromagnetic fields (e.g.
electrical wires) may cause the compass bearing to be inaccurate.
Laser radiation emits
from this aperture.
Magnetic compass
located here.

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Contents
Introduction!................................................................................................................................................!5!
Welcome to MapSight!............................................................................................................................!5!
Getting Started!........................................................................................................................................!6!
What’s in the box?!..............................................................................................................................!6!
Essential Accessories!..........................................................................................................................!6!
Field Accessories!.................................................................................................................................!6!
Anatomy of the MapSight unit!...........................................................................................................!9!
MapSight Software and Licensing!...................................................................................................!11!
Turning your MapSight on for the first time!....................................................................................!11!
Home screen and control buttons!...................................................................................................!13!
Before field use!.................................................................................................................................!14!
MapSight Data Capture Application!........................................................................................................!25!
Starting the MapSight application!.......................................................................................................!25!
MapSight Home screen!........................................................................................................................!26!
Viewing and changing the Settings!.....................................................................................................!26!
GPS Settings!......................................................................................................................................!27!
Antenna Settings!..............................................................................................................................!29!
Camera Settings!...............................................................................................................................!30!
Laser Settings!...................................................................................................................................!31!
Data Settings!....................................................................................................................................!32!
Changing the ‘Default’ Job name!.........................................................................................................!33!
Exiting the MapSight application!.........................................................................................................!34!
MapSight Tools!......................................................................................................................................!35!
Introduction!.......................................................................................................................................!35!
Target Position!..................................................................................................................................!36!
3-Shot Height!....................................................................................................................................!40!
Missing Line!.......................................................................................................................................!43!
Span Height!......................................................................................................................................!46!
Photo Only!.........................................................................................................................................!50!
Local Point!.........................................................................................................................................!52!
Tree Assessment!...............................................................................................................................!55!
TrueSize Poles!...................................................................................................................................!61!
TrueSize PLS!......................................................................................................................................!64!
Data Transfer to Desktop!.....................................................................................................................!67!
MapSight Utilities!......................................................................................................................................!69!
Compass Calibration!............................................................................................................................!70!
Diagnostics!............................................................................................................................................!71!
GPS Info!.................................................................................................................................................!72!
License Manager!...................................................................................................................................!74!
Zeroize!...................................................................................................................................................!75!
Appendix 1: MapSight Maintenance and Information!............................................................................!77!

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Caring for your MapSight!.....................................................................................................................!77!
Storing your MapSight and battery packs!.......................................................................................!77!
Protecting the touchscreen!..............................................................................................................!78!
Protecting your MapSight against mechanical shock!....................................................................!78!
Equipment warnings!.........................................................................................................................!79!
Using your MapSight in extreme temperatures!..............................................................................!79!
Cleaning your MapSight!...................................................................................................................!79!
Repairing your MapSight!..................................................................................................................!80!
Troubleshooting and Service Tips!........................................................................................................!80!
Troubleshooting tips!.........................................................................................................................!81!
Product Specifications!..........................................................................................................................!82!
Accessory Information!..........................................................................................................................!83!
Tripod!................................................................................................................................................!83!
Batteries!............................................................................................................................................!83!
Travel Charger!..................................................................................................................................!83!
External Patch Antenna!....................................................................................................................!83!
Glare Shield!.......................................................................................................................................!84!
External GPS Receivers!.....................................................................................................................!84!
Other Accessories!.............................................................................................................................!84!
Software Licensing!...............................................................................................................................!85!
MapSight Software!...........................................................................................................................!85!
Microsoft Software License Terms for Windows Mobile 6 Software!..............................................!92!
Battery Safety!.......................................................................................................................................!96!
Battery warnings!..............................................................................................................................!96!
Transportation!..................................................................................................................................!96!
Disposing of your MapSight and battery packs!..............................................................................!96!
Hardware Warranty, Software Maintenance and Support!.................................................................!97!
Certifications and Classifications!.........................................................................................................!97!
Laser Classification!...........................................................................................................................!97!
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) Certification!.............................................................!97!
Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) Classification!.............................................................................!97!
Export and Trade Restrictions!..........................................................................................................!97!
Additional Support!................................................................................................................................!98!
Appendix 2: Windows Mobile 6.1 Field PC Operations!..........................................................................!100!
Introduction!.........................................................................................................................................!100!
Overview of Windows Mobile 6!..........................................................................................................!100!
Using the documentation!...................................................................................................................!101!
Getting Started!....................................................................................................................................!101!
Step 1: Install the battery!................................................................................................................!101!
Step 2: Charge the battery!.............................................................................................................!102!
Step 3: Establish basic settings on the device!...............................................................................!102!
Step 4: Connecting to a desktop computer!...................................................................................!103!
Step 5: Creating a connection to a desktop computer!.................................................................!103!

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Using the Hardware!............................................................................................................................!104!
Identifying button functions!...............................................................................................................!104!
Customizing button functions!............................................................................................................!105!
Suspending, powering off, resetting, and restoring factory defaults!...............................................!106!
Option A: MapSight OS Zeroize Utility!............................................................................................!107!
Option B: Hardware Restore!...........................................................................................................!107!
Using the stylus!...................................................................................................................................!108!
Using the touchscreen!........................................................................................................................!108!
Understanding LED signals!................................................................................................................!109!
Replacing the battery pack!............................................................................................................!109!
Using peripheral devices such as SD cards and USB flash drives!....................................................!110!
Using MapSight as a Field PC!.............................................................................................................!112!
Understanding the Today screen!...................................................................................................!112!
Using the Start menu!......................................................................................................................!112!
Entering information!.......................................................................................................................!113!
Recognizing status icons!................................................................................................................!114!
Recognizing soft keys!.....................................................................................................................!114!
Dimming or turning off the backlight!............................................................................................!115!
Adjusting the backlight timer!.........................................................................................................!115!
Power Settings!................................................................................................................................!116!
Exploring files!..................................................................................................................................!117!
Closing running programs!..............................................................................................................!118!
Switching between running programs!..........................................................................................!118!
Viewing memory allocation for programs!.....................................................................................!118!
Changing settings!...........................................................................................................................!119!
Using on-device help!......................................................................................................................!119!
Backing up data!..............................................................................................................................!120!
Copying data from a peripheral device!.........................................................................................!122!
Communicating with a Desktop Computer!...................................................................................!123!
Getting to Know Programs and Settings!...........................................................................................!124!
Understanding Start menu programs and utilities!.......................................................................!124!
Understanding applications in the Programs menu!.....................................................................!125!
Bluetooth drivers and profiles!........................................................................................................!127!
Identify the status of Bluetooth using Wireless Manager!.............................................................!127!
Create a Bluetooth partnership!.....................................................................................................!129!
Bluetooth virtual COM ports!...........................................................................................................!130!
Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port!........................................................................................!130!
Set up an incoming Bluetooth COM port!.......................................................................................!132!
Supported Bluetooth Profiles!.........................................................................................................!132!
Appendix 3: Release Updates from desktop 3.1.9 and tools 6.1.1!........................................................!139!
Sub Forms!...........................................................................................................................................!139!
Flag a feature!......................................................................................................................................!140!
Nested Lists!.........................................................................................................................................!141

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Introduction
Welcome to MapSight
Thank you for purchasing MapSight. Your MapSight unit is a location-based measurement device
that integrates a digital camera, compass, laser rangefinder, mobile computer, and precision GPS.
This hardware combination makes the MapSight a powerful measuring device.
The MapSight is capable of in-field measurements, assisted with augmented reality instructions and
back office measurements performed straight from and MapSight photos.
For additional information in regards to unit/warranty registration, tutorial videos and software
downloads visit www.gemapsight.com/support
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Getting Started
What’s in the box?
Your GE MapSight kit will come with the selected colored MapSight unit with a number of ‘Essential’
and ‘Field’ accessories.
Item
Description
Unit
MapSight unit in Grey or Orange rubber protective trim
Documentation Pack
User documentation and resources
Essential Accessories
Refer Essential Accessories below
Field Accessories
Refer Field Accessories below
GPS+
GPS+ Positional Accuracy Enhancement
MapSight View
MapSight View desktop software
Essential Accessories
All MapSight kits are provided with a number of ‘Essential Accessories’.
Item
Description
Battery
Used to power the MapSight unit.
AC Charger and Multi-
Country plug set
Multi-voltage wall charger with set of four international (US, Europe, UK and
Australasia) interchangeable plugs.
SD Card (fitted)
SD Card fitted to the MapSight unit. Can be removed/swapped-out by
unscrewing the SD Card access cover.
USB Cable
Cable to allow transfer of data between MapSight unit and Windows-based
PC.
Stylus and Handstrap
Stylus to allow accurate selection/tapping of on-screen buttons
Handstrap to allow safe grip of the MapSight unit.
Screen Protector
Recommended additional protection for the LCD screen.
Packed in ‘Documentation Pack’
Field Accessories
Also supplied are a number of additional ‘Field Accessories’ to enhance the use of your Mapsight
device in the field.
Item
Description
Hardcase
Protective hard plastic case with custom-cut foam fittings for MapSight
Essential and Field accessories
Softcase
Canvas cover to provide additional protection to the MapSight unit. Also
includes shoulder strap
Spare Battery
Additional Battery
Travel Charger
Charger adaptor to allow batteries to be charged independently of the
MapSight unit
Vehicle Charger Cable
Power cable to allow either MapSight unit or Travel Charger to be powered
from a standard vehicle ‘cigarette lighter’/accessory power socket
Glare Shield
Viewing loupe to reduce glare by shield the LCD from sunlight. Also includes
an in-built focusing ring.
Tripod
Low magnetic signature tripod and carry case
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GPS+
The GPS+ option enhances the position by refining the outputs of the GPS instrument to increase the
accuracy of the position of the MapSight unit.
When operating, GPS+ appends a +symbol and reception
indicator to the targeting preview screen GPS status.
The +symbol is also added to NAV Mode: in the GPS
information utility
MapSight View
The MapSight View software allows you to build custom forms that allow capture of data that that
suits your day-to-day field collection needs. MapSight View also allows you to measure the height
and width of objects such as utility poles.
MapSight View allows MapSight Tools to be used together in custom workflows to capture readings
for the objects you are targeting. Combined with the ability to add custom forms, MapSight View can
create powerful workflows to allow consistent day-to-day data collection for any required job.
More details on the MapSight View software can be found in the MapSight View User Manual.

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An example configuration of a MapSight kit is depicted below.
Tripod

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Anatomy of the MapSight unit
This section illustrates the different parts of MapSight.
1Elastomer overmold
2GPS Receiver and Antenna
3 Removable SD Card Slot Cover
4Magnesium case front
5 MapSight model bezel label
6Charge indicator (red LED)
7Start menu button *
8Task Manager button *
9Microphone
10 Today screen button *
11 Speaker
12 Four-way directional button
13 Power button
14 Context menu button *
15 Notification indicator (green LED)
16 Enter button
17 Touchscreen/LCD display
18 Laser ‘Reference Plane’ – distance
measured from this surface
19 Battery door latch
20 Hand strap
21 Battery door
22 Body molding
23 Connector Protector
*Buttons 7, 8, 10 & 14 may be reprogrammed for alternate functions depending on application being used.
1
5
3
4
6
8
7
13
14
17
15
19
16
20
21
22
23
18
11
12
10
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24 Digital Camera
25 Laser Distance Range Finder
This Laser Distance Range Finder is
an eye safe Class 1 laser product
which emits invisible laser radiation
from the front apertures. Avoid
staring into the laser beam.
26 USB Client (mini B)
27 12V DC jack
28 9-pin serial port
29 USB Host (mini A)
32 3D Compass
As MapSight contains a magnetic
compass, using the unit near magnetic or
electromagnetic fields may cause the
compass bearing to be inaccurate.
32 External Antenna Port
32
24
25
26
27
29
28
Rear - Communications module
Front - Data capture module
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MapSight Software and Licensing
All MapSight units running the MapSight OS v5 software require a license applied to access the on-
board MapSight Tools as part of the MapSight application. New MapSight units are pre-licensed,
prior to shipping, to shipping to ensure correct licensing is applied to the purchased MapSight
package.
Licensing controls access to MapSight Tools and the ability to access functionality of additional
MapSight enhancements and desktop software.
Additional licensing may be required for MapSight Tools that are not provided as part of the standard
MapSight configuration. More information about MapSight options and the solution-specific
MapSight Tools is available from your MapSight reseller.
Turning your MapSight on for the first time
To use your MapSight unit, you need to insert the battery and charge the unit for first use.
Remove the MapSight unit from its hardcase.
Turn the MapSight unit over and unhook the
connector protector and handstrap and fold
away from the battery cover.
Unlock the battery cover by sliding the lock to
the right.
Remove the battery cover
Note: You will need to open the protective
softcase’s Velcro flaps to access the battery
cover.
Place the battery into the battery cavity

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Replace and secure (slide the lock to the left)
the battery cover
Refit the handstrap and connector protector
Fit the plug that is applicable to your operating
region to the AC charger.
Your AC charger comes with interchangeable
plugs for USA, UK, Europe and Australasia.
Connect the AC charger to the wall socket. (Turn
the wall socket on)
Connect the charger power tip to the MapSight
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The red power/charge LED should light/blink if
power is correctly applied
The MapSight unit may automatically power on.
If it does not, press the power button to turn the
unit on.
Allow the MapSight unit to fully power up past
any start-up screens and on to the MapSight
home screen
Home screen and control buttons
Whenever you reset your MapSight unit or return to the Home screen
Home screen
To top bar of the Home screen provides access to the Start menu
and contains icons notifying the status of system settings.
Tapping the [Start] button accesses the start menu and underlying
options.
The center part of the Home screen contains the touch buttons to
access MapSight applications and tools, e.g. MapSight and Calibrate
Compass.
The lower part of the screen contains soft-key buttons to access
common Windows Mobile functions.

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Screen Control Buttons
Before field use
Once you have fully charged your MapSight unit we recommend that you fully charge the battery
and calibrate the compass to fine-tine the compass for your local operating area.
Installing and charging the battery
New batteries should always be fully charged in your MapSight units to ensure that they are
conditioned for optimal capacity.
Charging batteries in the MapSight unit ensure that their internal capacity gauge is correctly
calibrated to reflect the correct capacity of the battery.
With the battery securely in place, and external power applied, tap the
power icon (top-right of the Home screen) to access the Power settings.

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On the ‘Battery’ tab, the charge status of the battery is indicated as
follows:
•The charge bar (0 to 100) indicates the level of charge. The closer to
100 the fuller the charge
•The ‘mAH consumed:’ value indicates how much capacity is still to be
charged. The lower the number the fuller the charge.
The red power/charge LED will blink if the unit is charging.
If the power/charge LED stop blinking this indicates that the charge level
is around 98%.
The ‘mAH consumed:’ value may slowly decrease as the battery capacity
is calibrated for optimal use.
Once the charge indicator (red LED) stops blinking and the ‘mAH
consumed:’ value stops decreasing then the battery has been fully
charged.
For fully-charged new batteries the ‘mAH consumed:’ value will be near
zero. For older batteries the ‘mAH consumed:’ may be above zero due to
natural charge/discharge cycle capacity degradation.!
Press and hold the power button until the ‘Power Button’ options appear,
and then tap the [Reset] option. Resetting the MapSight unit will reset the
battery capacity

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Allow the MapSight unit to fully power up past any start up screens and
return to the MapSight home screen.
If you have purchased/received any additional/spare batteries with your MapSight unit/kit, please
repeat the above process to ensure that the correct capacity levels are set.
Suspend the MapSight unit by pressing once on the Power button. This
should cause the LCD screen to dim.
WARNING! Changing batteries should only be performed when
the unit is suspended or disconnected from external power.
Similar to the Turning your MapSight on for the first time instructions, replace the battery by:
•releasing the lock,
•remove the battery cover
•remove the existing battery
•fit the new uncharged battery
•replace and relock the battery cover.
Un-suspend the MapSight unit by pressing once on the Power button.
This should cause the LCD screen to return to the last screen.
Fully charge the new battery using the previous steps to monitor the charge status until fully charged.