GeoMax Zenith06 User manual

English
Version 1.0
User Manual
GeoMax Zenith06 Smart
Antenna

Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of the GeoMax Zenith06 Smart Antenna.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the
product and operating it. Refer to 1 Safety Directions for further information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
The content of this document is subject to change without prior notice. Ensure that the product
is used in accordance with the latest version of this document.
The content of this document is subject to change without prior notice. Ensure that the product
is used in accordance with the latest version of this document.
Updated versions are available for download at the following Internet address:
https://geomax-positioning.com/partner-area
The model and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or GeoMax authorised
service centre.
•Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
This manual applies to the GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna.
Name Description/Format
Zenith06 Quick
Guide
Provides an overview of the product together with technical
data and safety directions. Intended as a quick reference
guide.
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Zenith06 User
Manual
All instructions required in order to operate the product to
a basic level are contained in the User Manual. Provides an
overview of the product together with technical data and
safety directions.
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Refer to the Technical Library web page for all GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna documentation
and software:
•https://portal.hexagon.com/
GeoMax Technical Library offers a wide range of services and information. With direct access to
GeoMax Technical Library, you are able to access all relevant services whenever it is convenient
for you.
☞The availability of services depends on the instrument model.
Purchase
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Trademarks
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Available documentation
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Table of Contents
1 Safety Directions 4
1.1 General Introduction 4
1.2 Definition of Use 4
1.3 Limits of Use 5
1.4 Responsibilities 5
1.5 Hazards of Use 5
1.6 Labelling 9
2 Description of the System 10
2.1 General Information 10
2.2 Instrument Components 10
2.3 Accessories 11
3 Operation 12
3.1 Power On/Off, Charging 12
3.2 Setup for the Zenith06 Smart Antenna 12
3.3 Phase Centre of the Zenith06 Smart Antenna 13
3.4 Settings of the Zenith06 Smart Antenna 13
4 Care and Transport 14
4.1 Transport 14
4.2 Storage 14
4.3 Cleaning and Drying 15
5 Technical Data 16
5.1 Technical Data 16
5.2 Conformity to National Regulations 18
5.3 Dangerous Goods Regulations 18
6 GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna Bundle 19
6.1 Standard Configuration 19
6.2 Accessories 19
7 Software Licence Agreement/Warranty 20
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Table of Contents

1 Safety Directions
1.1 General Introduction
The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who
actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.
The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions
and adhere to them.
Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instrument. They appear
wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur.
Warning messages...
•make the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the use of the product.
•contain general rules of behaviour.
For the users‘ safety, all safety instructions and safety messages shall be strictly observed and
followed! Therefore, the manual must always be available to all persons performing any tasks
described here.
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardised signal words for identifying
levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property damage. For your safety,
it is important to read and fully understand the following table with the different signal words
and their definitions! Supplementary safety information symbols may be placed within a warning
message as well as supplementary text.
Type Description
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injury.
NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unin-
tended use which, if not avoided, may result in appre-
ciable material, financial and environmental damage.
☞Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in
practice as they enable the product to be used in a
technically correct and efficient manner.
1.2 Definition of Use
•Computing with software
•Recording measurements
•Carrying out measurement tasks using various GNSS measuring techniques
•Recording GNSS and point related data
•Remote control of product
•Data communication with external appliances
•Measuring raw data and computing coordinates using carrier phase and code signal from
GNSS satellites (GNSS systems)
Description
About warning messages
Intended use
4Safety Directions

•Use of the product without instruction
•Use outside of the intended use and limits
•Disabling safety systems
•Removal of hazard notices
•Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is permitted for cer-
tain functions
•Modification or conversion of the product
•Use after misappropriation
•Use of products with recognisable damage or defects
•Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of
GeoMax
•Inadequate safeguards at the working site
1.3 Limits of Use
Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation. Not suitable for
use in aggressive or explosive environments.
WARNING
Working in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations
Life Risk.
Precautions:
▶Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted by the person responsible for
the product before working in such conditions.
1.4 Responsibilities
GeoMax AG, CH-9443 Widnau, hereinafter referred to as GeoMax, is responsible for supplying
the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a safe condition.
The person responsible for the product has the following duties:
•To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions in the User
Manual
•To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions
•To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention
•To inform GeoMax immediately if the product and the application become unsafe
•To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of the product
are respected
1.5 Hazards of Use
DANGER
Risk of being struck by lightning
If the product is used with accessories, for example on masts, staffs, poles, you may increase
the risk of being struck by lightning. Danger from high voltages also exists near power lines.
Lightning, voltage peaks, or the touching of power lines can cause damage, injury and death.
Precautions:
▶Do not use the product in a thunderstorm as you can increase the risk of being struck by
lightning.
▶Be sure to remain at a safe distance from electrical installations. Do not use the product
directly under or close to power lines. If it is essential to work in such an environment
contact the safety authorities responsible for electrical installations and follow their instruc-
tions.
▶If the product has to be permanently mounted in an exposed location, it is advisable to
provide a lightning conductor system. A suggestion on how to design a lightning conductor
for the product is given below. Always follow the regulations in force in your country
regarding grounding antennas and masts. These installations must be carried out by an
authorised specialist.
▶To prevent damages due to indirect lightning strikes (voltage spikes) cables, for example
for antenna, power source or modem should be protected with appropriate protection ele-
ments, like a lightning arrester. These installations must be carried out by an authorised
specialist.
▶If there is a risk of a thunderstorm, or if the equipment is to remain unused and unatten-
ded for a long period, protect your product additionally by unplugging all systems compon-
ents and disconnecting all connecting cables and supply cables, for example, instrument -
antenna.
Reasonably foreseeable
misuse
Environment
Manufacturer of the
product
Person responsible for the
product
5
Safety Directions

DANGER
Risk of electrocution
Because of the risk of electrocution, it is dangerous to use poles, levelling staffs and extensions
in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways.
Precautions:
▶Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this envir-
onment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical installations and
follow their instructions.
WARNING
Improper disposal of product
If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen:
•If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may impair health.
•If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and cause poisoning,
burning, corrosion or environmental contamination.
•By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised persons to use it in
contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves and third parties to the risk of severe
injury and rendering the environment liable to contamination.
Precautions:
▶
The product must not be disposed with household waste.
Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the national
regulations in force in your country.
Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised personnel.
WARNING
Distraction or loss of attention
During dynamic applications there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user does not pay
attention to the environmental conditions around, for example obstacles, excavations or traffic.
Precautions:
▶The person responsible for the product must make all users fully aware of the existing
dangers.
WARNING
Lightning strike
If the product is used with accessories, for example masts, staffs, poles, you may increase the
risk of being struck by lightning.
Precautions:
▶Do not use the product in a thunderstorm.
WARNING
Inadequate securing of the working site
This can lead to dangerous situations, for example in traffic, on building sites and at industrial
installations.
Precautions:
▶Always ensure that the working site is adequately secured.
▶Adhere to the regulations governing safety, accident prevention and road traffic.
6Safety Directions

WARNING
Improperly repaired equipment
Risk of injuries to users and equipment destruction due to lack of repair knowledge.
Precautions:
▶Only authorised GeoMax Service Centres are entitled to repair these products.
For the AC/DC power supply:
WARNING
Electric shock due to missing ground connection
If unit is not connected to ground, death or serious injury can occur.
Precautions:
▶The power cable and power outlet must be grounded!
For the AC/DC power supply and the battery charger:
WARNING
Electric shock due to use under wet and severe conditions
If unit becomes wet it may cause you to receive an electric shock.
Precautions:
▶If the product becomes humid, it must not be used!
▶Use the product only in dry environments, for example in buildings or vehicles.
▶Protect the product against humidity.
For the AC/DC power supply and the battery charger:
WARNING
Unauthorised opening of the product
Either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock:
•Touching live components
•Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs.
Precautions:
▶Do not open the product!
▶Only GeoMax authorised service centres are entitled to repair these products.
CAUTION
Unapproved chargers or cables
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage
caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause
the battery to explode or damage the device.
Precautions:
▶Use only GeoMax-approved chargers, batteries, and cables.
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Safety Directions

CAUTION
Keeping the device too close to the human body during operation
Health risk
Precautions:
▶Use the device at least 10 mm apart from the human body.
▶This device has been tested for typical operations near the human body, for example
handheld mode, with the device kept at 10 mm from the user’s body.
CAUTION
Not properly secured accessories
If the accessories used with the product are not properly secured and the product is subjected
to mechanical shock, for example blows or falling, the product may be damaged or people can
sustain injury.
Precautions:
▶When setting up the product, make sure that the accessories are correctly adapted, fitted,
secured, and locked in position.
▶Avoid subjecting the product to mechanical stress.
CAUTION
Dropping the product
When being dropped, the product can cause personal injury and/or mechanical damage.
Precautions:
▶Ensure to have a firm grip on the product before operating it.
CAUTION
Before any cleaning procedure, ensure that the instrument is switched off and the battery has
been removed.
CAUTION
Unused connectors must be protected using the attached dust cap.
NOTICE
Rooting your Android device will void your right for any warranty services and support by
GeoMax!
8Safety Directions

1.6 Labelling
IP67
Model: Zenith06
Smart Antenna
Art. No.: 948918
Input:
5V 2A DC
Battery:
3.85V /6120mAh
/23.562Wh
GeoMax AG
Espenstrasse 135
CH-9443 Widnau,Switzerland
Made in China
IP67
Model: Zenith06
Smart Antenna
Art. No.: 948918
Input:
5V 2A DC
Battery:
3.85V /6120mAh
/23.562Wh
GeoMax AG
Espenstrasse 135
CH-9443 Widnau,Switzerland
Made in China
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Labelling GeoMax
Zenith06 smart antenna
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Safety Directions

2 Description of the System
2.1 General Information
The Zenith06 smart antenna:
•has an integrated helix antenna and Bluetooth capability.
•supports four satellite systems: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo.
•supports access to external differential signals to get typically < 2 cm (2D) positioning
results.
•is small, lightweight, durable and has a rubber bumper for drop protection.
•has a low power consumption and a long battery duration.
•is designed to be used on a pole.
•calculates a position from the computed ranges to all visible and activated GNSS satellites.
•can communicate with X-PAD and Zenith Manager software.
2.2 Instrument Components
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e
g
d
c
b
a
a Bluetooth LED
b RTK LED
c Position LED
d Battery LED
e ON/OFF button
f Holes for the screws to fix the
pole adapter
g USB type-C port
LED indicator Status Desciption
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Bluetooth LED flashes blue Bluetooth is connected.
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RTK correction LED flashes green The instrument is receiving correc-
tion data.
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Position LED flashes green The position is available.
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Battery LED
flashes red The instrument is being operated
and the battery power is < 10%.
solid red The battery is being charged.
solid green The battery is fully charged or the
instrument is being operated and
the battery power is > 10%.
Design
Description
LED indicators
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2.3 Accessories
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c
b
a
a GeoMax Zenith06 smart
antenna
b Pole mount
c Carbon pole
Operation with pole
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Description of the System

3 Operation
3.1 Power On/Off, Charging
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b
a
a Battery LED
b ON/OFF button
Function Description
Power on/off Turn on:
Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the battery LED is green
and the device beeps.
☞The device starts booting after the first beep. Once
it is booted up, the device beeps a second time.
Turn off:
Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the battery LED switches
off and the device beeps.
Charging Use the standard charger and type-C data cable to charge. The
battery LED is solid red while charging and solid green when
charging is finished.
3.2 Setup for the Zenith06 Smart Antenna
To attach the Zenith06 smart antenna on the top of a pole, the pole mount adapter is required -
Art. 948915.
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1
2
1. Use a slot screwdriver to fix the pole mount adapter with both screws to the
Zenith06 smart antenna.
☞Make sure to fix the pole mount adapter in the correct orientation.
2. Screw the pole clockwise into the pole mount adapter.
Description
Setup on a pole
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3.3 Phase Centre of the Zenith06 Smart Antenna
The phase centre of the Zenith06 smart antenna location is at the dot near the top of the device.
Pole mode
In pole mode, the offset from the phase centre to the top of the pole, including the pole adapter
mount, is automatically accounted for. Make sure to provide the appropriate antenna height in
the software.
a
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a Phase centre position
3.4 Settings of the Zenith06 Smart Antenna
1. Access the Zenith06 smart antenna settings.
In X-PAD Ultimate 1.Go to Settings.
2.Add a new GNSS device.
3.Select Zenith06 from the dropdown list.
In Zenith Manager 1.Open the app and establish a connection
through cable or Bluetooth.
2. When configuring the Zenith06 smart antenna, the following settings are available:
•Antenna Height
•Antenna Usage
•Reset Antenna
•Upgrade Antenna
•Info
☞Refer to X-PAD Ultimate or Zenith Manager documentation for more information.
Phase centre
Step-by-step
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Operation

4 Care and Transport
CAUTION
Unapproved chargers or cables
Connecting the charger improperly may cause serious damage to the device. Any damage
caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. Unapproved chargers or cables can cause
the battery to explode or damage the device.
Precautions:
▶Use only GeoMax-approved chargers, batteries, and cables.
4.1 Transport
Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle, as it can be affected by shock and vibration.
Always carry the product in its container and secure it.
For products for which no container is available use the original packaging or its equivalent.
When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original GeoMax pack-
aging, container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration.
When transporting or shipping batteries, the person responsible for the product must ensure that
the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed. Before transporta-
tion or shipping, contact your local passenger or freight transport company.
4.2 Storage
Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equip-
ment is inside a vehicle. Refer to 5 Technical Data for information about temperature limits.
•A rechargeable Li-Ion battery powers the instrument. The full performance of a new battery
is achieved only after two or three complete charge and discharge cycles
•The battery can be charged and discharged hundreds of times. It eventually wears out
•Do not leave a fully charged battery connected to a charger, as overcharging may shorten
its life
•If left unused, a fully charged battery loses its charge over time
•Refer to 5 Technical Data for information about storage temperature range
•After storage recharge batteries before using
•Protect batteries from damp and wetness. Wet or damp batteries must be dried before
storing or use
•A storage temperature range of 0 °C to +30 °C / +32 °F to +86 °F in a dry environment is
recommended to minimize self-discharging of the battery
•At the recommended storage temperature range, batteries containing a 40% to 50%
charge can be stored for up to one year. After this storage period the batteries must be
recharged
Transport in a road vehicle
Shipping
Shipping, transport of bat-
teries
Product
Battery care
Li-Ion batteries
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4.3 Cleaning and Drying
•Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water
or pure alcohol. Do not use other liquids; these may attack the polymer components.
Dry the product, the container, the foam inserts and the accessories at a temperature not
greater than 40 °C/104 °F and clean them. Do not repack until everything is dry. Always close
the container when using in the field.
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Keep plugs clean and dry. Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the connecting cables.
Product and accessories
Damp products
Cables and plugs
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Care and Transport

5 Technical Data
5.1 Technical Data
Type Description
Satellites tracked GPS L1C/A, L2C
GLONASS L1OF, L2OF
Galileo E1B/C, E5b
BeiDou B1I, B2I
QZSS L1C/A, L2C
Channels 184
Update rate Up to 10 Hz
Re-aquisition < 2 s
RTK initialisation Typically > 120 s
Cold start time Typically < 24 s
Hot start Typically < 15 s
Initialisation reliability > 99.9%
Real-time protocols RTCM 3.0, RTCM 3.1, RTCM 3.2, RTCM 3.3, RTCM MSM
Data format NMEA
Type Frequency band [MHz]
Zenith06 smart antenna GPS, QZSS L1: 1575.42
GPS, QZSS L2: 1227.60
GLONASS L1: 1602.5625-1611.5
GLONASS L2: 1246.4375-1254.3
Galileo E1: 1575.42
Galileo E5b: 1207.14
BeiDou B1: 1561.098
BeiDou B2: 1207.14
Bluetooth 2402…2480
Accuracy and reliability are subject to satellite geometry (DOPs), multipath, refractions and
obstructions. In static mode they are even subject to occupation times: the longer the Baseline,
the longer the occupation time must be.
Type Description
RTK (RMS) Horizontal: typical < 2 cm (2D)
Type Output power [mW]
GNSS Receive only
Bluetooth 5 (Class 1)
Type Antenna Gain
[dBi]
Connector Frequency band [MHz]
Bluetooth Internal Microstrip
antenna
1.0 - -
Instrument
Frequency band
Positioning
Output power
Antenna
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139 mm
80.6 mm 30.6 mm
Description Value
Height 139 mm
Length 80.6 mm
Width 30.6 mm
Description Value
Weight <340 g
USB 1 USB Type-C connector,
supports USB 2.0
Pole GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna mounted on pole
adapter/pole
Processor Qualcomm SnapDragon
RAM 1 GB LPDDR3
Storage 8 GB eMMC
Bluetooth BT4.2 LE
Internal battery 3.8 V, 6120 mAh
Type-C charging, supports 1.44 A fast charge
Input voltage 5 V DC/2 A
Power consumption 1.8 W
Working time > 20 hours
Charge time Typically 4 hours
Dimensions
Weight
Connector
Mounting
System
Communication
Power
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Technical Data

Type Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C]
Instrument −40 to +65 −40 to +80
External influences Protection
Water and dust IP67
Humidity ISO9022-12-04
Resp. +65 °C 92%, 62 h
Drop 1.2 m once to all surfaces onto hard wood (50 mm)
over concrete floor within the storage temperature
range
Vibration Withstands strong vibration. ISO9022-36-03-0
(10-150 Hz, 2 g ±0.15 mm/ 20 cycles)
5.2 Conformity to National Regulations
•Hereby, GeoMax AG declares that the radio equipment type Zenith06 smart antenna is
in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU and other applicable European Directives.
The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following Internet
address: https://geomax-positioning.com/partner-area.
Class 1 equipment according to European Directive 2014/53/EU (RED) can be
placed on the market and be put into service without restrictions in any EEA
member state.
•The conformity for countries with other national regulations not covered by the European
Directive 2014/53/EU has to be approved prior to use and operation.
5.3 Dangerous Goods Regulations
The products of GeoMax are powered by Lithium batteries.
Lithium batteries can be dangerous under certain conditions and can pose a safety hazard. In
certain conditions, Lithium batteries can overheat and ignite.
☞When carrying or shipping your GeoMax product with Lithium batteries onboard
a commercial aircraft, you must do so in accordance with the IATA Danger-
ous Goods Regulations.
☞GeoMax has developed Guidelines on “How to carry GeoMax products” and “How
to ship GeoMax products” with Lithium batteries. Before any transportation of a
GeoMax product, we ask you to consult these guidelines on our web page (http://
www.geomax-positioning.com/dgr) to ensure that you are in accordance with the
IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and that the GeoMax products can be transported
correctly.
☞Damaged or defective batteries are prohibited from being carried or transported
onboard any aircraft. Therefore, ensure that the condition of any battery is safe for
transportation.
Environmental
specifications
Conformity to national
regulations
Dangerous Goods Regula-
tions
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6 GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna Bundle
6.1 Standard Configuration
The following table shows all parts for the standard configuration.
Description Quantity
GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna 1
Pole mount 1
Power adaptor with 4 plugs (US, UK, EU and AU) 1
USB cable Type C – Type C, 1.5 m 1
USB cable Type C – Type A, 1.5 m 1
Arm/Belt pouch 1
USB memory stick- 8 GB 1
Cardboard box 1
6.2 Accessories
List of accesories available for the GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna:
•Pole mount to attach the GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna to the pole
•Carbon fibre pole
•USB memory stick- 8 GB
•Arm/Belt pouch
The pole is a standard accessory for the GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna. To use the GeoMax
Zenith06 smart antenna on a pole, the appropriate adapter is required. This mounting allows
customers to use the instrument vertically with precise and stable support.
Description
Overview
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GeoMax Zenith06 smart antenna Bundle

7 Software Licence Agreement/Warranty
This product is subject to the terms and conditions set out in the International Limited War-
ranty which you can download from the GeoMax AG home page at http://www.geomax-position-
ing.com or collect from your GeoMax AG distributor.
This product contains software that is preinstalled on the product, or that is supplied to you on
a data carrier medium, or that can be downloaded by you online according to prior authorisation
from GeoMax. Such software is protected by copyright and other laws and its use is defined and
regulated by the GeoMax Software Licence Agreement, which covers aspects such as, but not
limited to, Scope of the Licence, Warranty, Intellectual Property Rights, Limitation of Liability,
Exclusion of other Assurances, Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction. Please make sure, that
at any time you fully comply with the terms and conditions of the GeoMax Software Licence
Agreement.
Such agreement is provided together with all products and can also be referred to and down-
loaded at the GeoMax home page at http://www.geomax-positioning.com/swlicense or collected
from your GeoMax distributor.
You must not install or use the software unless you have read and accepted the terms and
conditions of the GeoMax Software Licence Agreement. Installation or use of the software or
any part thereof, is deemed to be an acceptance of all the terms and conditions of such Licence
Agreement. If you do not agree to all or some of the terms of such Licence Agreement, you must
not download, install or use the software and you must return the unused software together
with its accompanying documentation and the purchase receipt to the distributor from whom you
purchased the product within ten (10) days of purchase to obtain a full refund of the purchase
price.
International Limited War-
ranty
Software Licence Agree-
ment
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