GeoMax Zoom70 User manual

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GeoMax TPS
Zoom70/90 Series
Installation Guide
Version 2.0
English

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Table of Contents
1INTRODUCTION
2BATTERY CHARGING
2.1 Zoom70/90 instrument
2.2 FieldController
3PREPARATION OF THE INSTRUMENT
3.1 Obtaining System Files
3.2 Uploading to the Instrument
3.3 Loading Licence Keys
3.4 Configuration of Long Range Bluetooth Handle
3.5 Installing USB drivers for the Zoom70/90.
3.6 Installing 3rd Party Software onboard the instrument.
4PREPARATION OF THE FIELD CONTROLLER
4.1 SETTING UP THE FIELD CONTROLLER
4.2 Connecting to the PC
4.3 Installation of FieldGenius/ Layout Pro
4.4 Registration of FieldGenius/ Layout Pro
4.5 Connection to the instrument

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1INTRODUCTION
This guide provides complete step-by-step instructions for preparing the Zoom70/90 TPS
series for measuring work. The instructions cover all the required installation tasks for the
Zoom70/90 instrument, Zenius5 Field Controller and Field Genius/Layout Pro software.
The latest versions of GeoMax documents and software referred to in this document are
all available from the GeoMax Parner Area in the Zoom70/90 folder at:
www.geomax-positioning.com/partner-area
Only the tasks required for the initial setup of a new Zoom70/90 system are described in
this document. For further information regarding the operation of the Zoom70/90
components, please refer to the respective manuals.
•The Zoom70/90 Quick Guide is included with the container set. The comprehensive
User Manual for the TPS instrument is available from the included CD and also from
GeoMax Partner Area in the Zoom70/90 folder at www.geomax-positioning.com
•The appropriate uses of the included accessories are described in the User Manual.
•The Zenius5 Quick Start Guide is supplied together with the Field Controller.
•The Field Genius/Layout Pro manual and Release Notes for the current software version
can be downloaded from MicroSurvey’s Knowledgebase at:
http://www.microsurvey.com /helpdesk
2BATTERY CHARGING
2.1 ZOOM70/90 INSTRUMENT
Before using the instrument, the included ZBA400 battery should be charged. Insert the
battery into the ZCH201 charger and plug the adapter into an AC power supply. Do not
disconnect from power until the green FULL indicator flashes, indicating that the battery is
fully charged. Once charged, insert the battery into the side cover slot of the Zoom70/90
instrument and switch on.
2.2 FIELDCONTROLLER
The Field Controller is supplied in a cardboard box which includes the device, battery and
charging adapter. Insert the supplied battery into the battery compartment. Charge the
internal battery with the supplied adapter. Do not disconnect from power until the battery is
fully charged.

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3PREPARATION OF THE INSTRUMENT
3.1 OBTAINING SYSTEM FILES
When receiving a new instrument, it should be checked that the latest firmware version is
installed. The installed version can be seen in the “GeoMax Toolkit” application installed.
To accessed start “GeoMax Toolkit” and select “SysInfo” (2). Select the second tab-page
to see the version information. If this version does not match the one available from
GeoMax Partner Area, then the instrument should be updated.
To customize the instrument for personel requirements, the respective languages can be
installed. The required files can be obtained from GeoMax Partner Area in the
Zoom70/90/Firmware folder and are in the following format:
Zoom70_90_EN.fw - The “main” OS and application firmware file where “EN” stands
for “English”.
GeoMaxToolkit_en_us.sus - An example language file. “en” indicates the English
language and “us” stands for United States.

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3.2 UPLOADING TO THE INSTRUMENT
The system files are uploaded to the instrument directly from the SD card. Therefore copy
all the downloaded files to the System directory on the SD card using a suitable card
reader. Insert the SD card into the instrument and power on. To load the files onto the
instrument, start GeoMax Toolkit and navigate to MAIN MENU / APPS / UPDATE. If the
firmware needs upgrading, then install this first by selecting F1. Firmware. Then install
the language file by selecting F2. Language.
Note: Ensure that fully charged batteries are inserted when uploading firmware.
This process can take some time and the power supply must NOT be interrupted during
the loading process. During the update process, it could be that the instrument will
automatically reboot a couple of times.
3.3 LOADING LICENCE KEYS
Some functionality is licence protected and requires the upload of a licence key. To upload
a license key file select MAIN MENU / APPS / UPDATE / F3.Key and select the file for
upload followed by pressing the (F6) OK button.
3.4 CONFIGURATION OF LONG RANGE BLUETOOTH HANDLE
If the optional ZRT82 long range Bluetooth handle was ordered with the Zoom70/90, then
this component needs to be configured before use. Replace the standard instrument
handle with the ZRT82. Swing the antenna into the upright position. To configure the
handle, choose MAIN MENU / SETTINGS / COMM. If the handle is recognized then the

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option “Bluetooth Handle (ZRT82)” should be enabled. Now highlight this option and press
the (F6) OK button.
Your Zoom70/90 instrument is now ready to be used.
3.5 INSTALLING USB DRIVERS FOR THE ZOOM70/90.
The instrument is equipped with a USB connector behind the side-cover. This USB
connection can be used to connect the Zoom90 to a PC and have it detected as a mass
storage device. Having this option is usefull for dragging and dropping files between your
Zoom70/90 and the Dekstop PC. Also these USB drivers will be needed if you want to
make an ActiveSync or Window Mobile Device Center connection to install 3rd party
software onto the unit.
To install the drivers, do the following:
1) With your Internet browser, navigate to the GeoMax download page.
2) Download the Zoom70/90 USB drivers.
3) Make sure the Zoom70/90 is not connected to the PC
4) Run the SetupZoom70_90_USB_xx.EXE

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5) Follow the instructions on the screen.
6) When ready, press FINISH.
7) Connect the Zoom70/90 to the PC with a USB cable.
8) Power ON the Zoom70/90
Your PC will then try to recognize the Zoom70/90 and associate the appropriate drivers
with it.
3.6 INSTALLING 3RD PARTY SOFTWARE ONBOARD THE INSTRUMENT.
With the Zoom70/90 it is possible to install applications onto the unit if they were
specifically designed for it. If the received application installer is in .CAB format, it means
that it has to be transferred to the Zoom70/90 first before it can be installed. There are
multiple ways of doing this, but the easiest thing would be to put the .CAB file directly
onto a USB-Stick and put this stick into the Zoom70/90 USB port. Then on the desktop
screen of the Zoom90, double-tap on the MY DEVICE icon. Navigate to the USB stick and
press ENTER. Now highlight the .CAB installer and press ENTER to start the installation.
Follow the instructions provided on the screen.
If the received file is however an .EXE file, then it means that it would need to be run
from the Desktop PC side. Make sure that the instrument is powered ON and connected to
the Desktop PC. (See previous chapter). If the instrument is properly connected, run the
.EXE file and follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: At the present time, the most common applications working with the
GeoMax Zoom70/90 instruments are:
- MicroSurvey FieldGenius (.EXE file = Start from Desktop PC)
- LSE X-Pad (.CAB file = Start from Zoom90)
- Carlson Software SurvCE (.EXE file = Start from Desktop PC).
4PREPARATION OF THE FIELD CONTROLLER
4.1 SETTING UP THE FIELD CONTROLLER
Once the battery is fully charged or while connected to AC power supply, press the power
button of the field controller. Follow the steps of the wizard to setup Windows and the
touch screen. The Windows software on the supplied Getac Handheld is only available in
English language. Microsoft restricts the installation of alternative languages with this
operating system.

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4.2 CONNECTING TO THE PC
To establish communication between the handheld and your PC, the Windows Mobile
Device Centre needs to be installed. For Windows XP the communication software
Microsoft ActiveSync is required. These softwares can be downloaded from Microsoft’s
website. After the software installation, connect the handheld to your PC with the USB
cable supplied with the Getac as shown below.
The device drivers will now automatically be installed. If the Windows Found New
Hardware Wizard starts, click the Close button. After the drivers are installed, the
Mobile Device Centre or ActiveSync will automatically start. The contents of the Getac
internal memory can be seen with Windows Explorer and are defined as a drive named
Portable Device.
4.3 INSTALLATION OF FIELDGENIUS/LAYOUT PRO
Download the latest version of GeoMax Field Genius/Layout Pro from from GeoMax Website at
http://www.geomax-positioning.com/Downloads.htm?cid=15613
Here the latest installation version and Release Notes of FieldGenius/Layout Pro is available.
Download the Devices Installation and save onto your PC.
With the handheld connected to your PC, run the installer file fieldgenius-devices-v.v.v.v-
xxu.exe where v.v.v.v is the version number and xx the language. The PC will attempt to
connect to the handheld and install the Field Genius/Layout Pro software. Follow the

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instructions of the Windows installation wizard. At the Device Selection window, select the
data collector type as Windows Mobile 6.
When prompted by the handheld for where to install, choose Device. Once the
installation process is completed, the Field Genius/Layout Pro software can be started by
selecting it from the Windows Start Menu.
4.4 REGISTRATION OF FIELDGENIUS/LAYOUT PRO
When FieldGenius/ Layout Pro is started, a registration window with the Device ID is
displayed as shown below. It is possible to use Field Genius/Layout Pro without
registration by tapping Run Demo Mode. This provides full functionality, but is limited to
the storage of 30 points.
To register your version of FieldGenius, an activation key needs to be entered. The
displayed Device ID together with the GUID (global unique identity) is used to obtain the
key. The GUID can be found on the printed Field Genius/Layout Pro card that was
supplied together with your Zoom70/90 equipment.

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The activation key can be generated by using MicroSurvey’s webportal, at the link
http://microsurveylicenseserver.com/ValidateSerialNumber.aspx. This webportal is shown
in the screenshot below. At the blank serial number field, enter your GUID and click
Submit. At the next screen, enter the Device ID shown on the handheld. The activation
key will then be displayed in the password field. Enter this key into the handheld at the
provided fields and click Apply Key.
Note: Please make certain that the Device ID is entered correctly the first time,
since an activation key cannot be generated again with a different ID.

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4.5 CONNECTION TO THE INSTRUMENT
When starting FieldGenius, the Project Manager screen is displayed each time. Create a
new project by tapping the appropriate icon and enter a project name. The onscreen
keyboard can always be accessed by double tapping on the editable field. The screens
that follow are used to set the default settings for this project.
At the Instrument Selection screen, a connection to the instrument can be made. Ensure
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Instrument Profile window, tap Add and enter a name for your instrument. Save the name
and then tap Edit to configure the profile.
At Model & Communication select the Make as GeoMax, Model as Zoom70/90 and Port
as Radio. In Radio Settings, make sure to set the Connection Method to Long Range
Bluetooth.
When everything has been configured correctly, tap Connect. The map view will then be
shown and you are ready to measure. For further information on using Field
Genius/Layout Pro for total station measurements, refer to the Field Genius/Layout Pro
instruction manual.