Kolida KTS440 Series User manual

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CONTENTS
FOREWORD
1.Features………………………………………………………..…………………………………………..6
2.Precautions……………………………………………...………………………………………………......7
3.Nomenclature……………………………………………………………………………………………... 9
4.Keyfunctions……………………………..…………………………………………………………….....11
5.Chargerentry……………………….………………………………………………………………….......13
6.Displaysymbol………...………………………………………………………………………………......14
7. Mode Configuration……………………………………………………………………………………....14
PART1 PREPARATION FOR MEASUREMENT……………………………….………18
1. Unpackingandstoreof the instrument ……………………………………………………………….…..18
2. Setting the instrument up…………………………………………………………………………….…....18
3.Batterydismounting,information, recharging……………………………………………………………..20
4. Reflector and prism…………………………………………………………………………………...….21
5. Mounting and dismounting the instrument from tribrach……………………………………………….….21
6.Eyepieceadjustmentandobjectsetting………………………………………………………………...….22
7.Poweron/offandpreparationformeasurement…………………………………………………….….......23
7.1Poweron/off…………………………………………………………………………………………….23
7.2VerticalAngleTiltCorrection………………………………………………………………………....….23
7.3 Display Illumination………………………………………………………………………………….….25
7.4 Setting the Instrument Options…………………………………………………………………………....25
7.5 Setting Instrument Constant………………………………………………………………………………28
7.6 Setting LCD Contrast……………………………………………………………………………..…...…29
7.7 Setting Date and Time…………………………………………………………………………..………...29
7.8Explanations…………………………………………………………………………………………....31
PART2 BASIC MEASUREMENTS …………………………………………………..…….32
8.ANGLEMEASUREMENT………………………………………………………………………...32
8.1MeasuringtheHorizontalAngleBetweenTwoPoints（HorizontalAngle0）………………………….…32
8.1.1ExampleMeasuringtheHorizontalAnglebetweenTwoPoints…..…………………………………….33
8.2 Setting the Horizontal Circle to a Required Value …………………………………………………………34
8.2.1 Use HSET function to set a required direction value ……………………………………………………34
8.2.2UseHOLDto setarequireddirectionvalue……………………………………………………………..34
8.3HorizontalAngleDisplaySelection（Right/Left）…………………………………………………….….35
8.4HorizontalAngleRepetition……………………………………………………………………………...36
8.5Slopein ％……………………………………………………………………………………………...38
9.DISTANCE MEASUREMENT………………………………………………………………….…38
9.1SettingsforDistanceMeasurement………………………………………………………………...….. .39
9.2 Laserdirectionandlaserplummet………………………………………………………………….……41

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9.3 Distance and Angle Measurement…………………………………………………………………….…..42
9.4ReviewofMeasuredData…………………………………………………………………………….....43
9.5OutputDatatoaComputer…………………………………………………………………………….....44
10.COORDINATEMEASUREMENT……………………………………………………………....45
10.1 Entering Instrument Station Data……………………………………………………………………..…46
10.1.1 Reading in Registered Coordinate Data………………………………………………………………..48
10.2AzimuthAngleSetting………………………………………………………………………………….49
10.2.1SetbacksightpointbyAngle…………………………………………………………………………..49
10.2.2 Set backsight point by coordinate………………………………………………………………….…..50
10.3CoordinateMeasurement……………………………………………………………………………….51
PART3ADVANCEDMEASUREMENT………………………………………………...54
11. SETTING-OUTMEASUREMENT………………………………………………………………54
11.1DistanceSetting-OutMeasurement………………………………………………..………….…………55
11.2REMSetting-OutMeasurement………………………………………………………………………..58
11.3CoordinatesSetting-OutMeasurement……………………………………………………..……………60
11.4DistanceMeasurementParametersSetting…………………………………………………….………..62
12.OFFSETMEASUREMENT………………………………………………………………………64
12.1Single-DistanceOffsetMeasurement……………………………………………………………….…..65
12.2AngleOffsetMeasurement……………………………………………………………………….……67
12.3Two-DistanceOffsetMeasurement………………………………………………………………..…….70
13.MISSING LINE MEASUREMENT…………………………………….………………………..72
13.1MeasuringtheDistancebetweenMultipleTargets……………………………………………………...73
13.1.1Measuringthedistancebetweenmultipletargets………………………………………………………73
13.1.2Slopeinbetween2points……………………………………………………………………………..74
13.2ChangingtheStartingPoint……………………………………………………………………….……75
14.REM MEASUREMENT……………………………………………………………………….…..76
15.RESECTION MEASUREMENT…………………………………………………………….…..78
15.1Re-Observing……………………………………………………………………….………………….81
15.2AddKnownPoints……………………………………………………………………………………...81
16.AreaCalculation……………………………………………………………………………………...83
17.Settingoutline……………………………………………………………………………….……… 86
17.1Definingbaseline…….……………………………………………………….………………………..86
17.2set-outline(point)……………………………………………………………...………………………89
17.3Setingoutline(line)…………………………………………………………………………….……..91
18.Pointprojection………………………………………………………………………………………....93
18.1Definingbaseline……………………………………… ……………… …………… …………..........93
18.2Pointprojection……………………………………………………………………………….….…….94
19. ROADDESIGNANDSETTING-OUT……………………… …… …… ……… …… ……………...96

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19.1.1DefineHorizontalAlignment(Maximumdataquantity:30)………………………………………...….96
19.1.2EditAlignment……………………………………………………………………………….……...101
19.1.3DefineVerticalCurve(Maximum30data)………… ……………………………… …………….…103
19.1.4EditVerticalCurve……………………………………………………………………………….…104
19.1.5InportHorizontalAlignment…………………………………………………………………………106
19.1.6ImportVerticalcurve……………………………………………………………………………..…107
19.1.7ReceivingHorizontalAlignmentData………………………………………………………..…….. .108
19.1.8ReceivingVerticalCurveData………… …… ………… … ………………… ……………… …...109
19.1.9DeletingHorizontalalignmentData……… … ……… ………………… ……… ………………...111
19.1.10DeletingVerticalCurve……………………………………………………………………………111
19.2RoadSetting-out………………………………………………………………………………………112
19.2.1SetStationPoint……………………………………………………………………………….…….112
19.2.2SettingBacksightPoint……………………………………………………………………………...114
19.2.3SettingOut…………………………………………………………………………………….…….117
19.2.4SlopeSetout………………..……………………………………………………………………….121
PART4 DATARECORDING ………………………………………………………………...124
20SETTINGINMEMORYMODE……………………………………………………………...….124
20.1JOBSelection……………………………………………………………………………………..….125
20.1.1CurrentJOB Selection…………………………………………………………………………..…...125
20.1.2CheckMemoryStatus……………………………………………….……………………..……..….126
20.1.3Createnewworkingjob…………………………………………………………………...…….…..127
20.1.4Changethejobname…………………………………………………………………………..……128
20.1.5DelectJob………………………………………………………………………………………..….129
20.1.6CoordinateSelection…………………………………………………………………………..……130
20.1.7JobExport…………………………………………………………………………………..……….130
20.1.8CoordinateImport……………………………………………………………………........................133
20.1.9Commsoutput………………………………………………………………………………..……...133
20.1.10Commsinput………………………………………………………………………………..……..134
20.1.11Transfercoorddatatojob…………………………………………………………………….…….135
20.2ImportKnownPointData…………………………………….……………………………..….……. 136
20.2.1.InputknownPointCoordinate……………………………………………………………….……...136
20.2.2KnownCoordinateDataImport………………………………………………………….………….137
20.2.3KnownCoordinateDataExport…………………………………………………………….….……137
20.2.4Enteringcoordinatedatafromancomputer……….…………………………………….……….….138
20.2.5Sendingknownpointdatatocomputer…………………………………………………….………..139
20.2.6ClearingCoordinateDatafromMemory………………………………………………….…………139
20.3InputCodes…………………………………………………………………………………..……….140
20.3.1Code import………………………………………………………………………………….……...140

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20.3.2Receivecode……………………………………………………………………………..…….…....141
20.3.3Allclear……………………………………………………………………………………………141
20.4Udiskmode………………………………………………………………………………………….142
20.5Initialization…………………………………………………………………………………….…….143
20.6AllFiles ……….……………………………………………………………………….…….……….145
20.7SettingforGridFactor…………………………………………………………………………………145
21. DATARECORDING IN RECORDMODE ………………………………………………...….147
21.1Recording InstrumentStationData………………………………………………………………...…...147
21.2Recordingbacksightdata…………………………………………………………………………..…..149
21.2.1SetbacksightpointbyAngle……………………………………………………………….………...149
21.2.2Setbacksightpointbycoordinate………………………………………………………….……...….149
21.3RecordingAngleMeasurementData………………………………………………………..………….150
21.4RecordingDistanceMeasurementData…………………………………………………………….….152
21.5RecordingCoordinatesData…………………………………………………………………….….…153
21.6 Recording distance and coordinate data………………………………………………………………..155
21.7RecordingNotes………………………………………………………………………………….…..156
21.8ReviewingJOBData……………………………………………………………………………….…157
PART5 MEASUREMENTOPTIONS SELECTION……………………………...159
22.KEYFUNCTIONALLOCATION……………………………………………………………….159
22.1AllocationandRegistration……………………………………………………………………………160
22.1.1Allocatingfunctions………………………………………………………………………….………161
22.1.2Registeringanallocation …………………………………………………………………………….163
22.2RecallinganAllocation………………………………………………………………………………..164
23. INSTRUMENTPARAMETERSSETTING………………………………………………...….164
23.1ChangingInstrumentParameters…………………………………………………………………..…...164
PART6 CHECKINGANDADJUSTMENT……………………………………………...168
24.1 Plate Vial……………………………………………………………………………………….……...168
24.2CircularLevel………………………………………………………………………………….……...168
24.3InclinationofReticle………………………………………………………………………………….168
24.4PerpendicularityofCollimationLinetoHorizontalAxis(2c)……………………….. …………………169
24.5VerticalIndexDifferenceCompensation……………………………………………………………….171
24.6AdjustmentofVerticalIndexDifference(iangle)andVerticalAngle0Datum…………………………171
24.7Theadjustmentofhorizontalaxiserrorcorrection………………………………………………………173
24.8OpticalPlummet……………………………………………………………………………………...174
24.9InstrumentConstant（K）……………………………………………………………………………174
24.10ParallelBetweenCollimationlineandEmittingPhotoelectricAxis……………………………………175
24.11ReflectorlessEDM………………………………………………………………………………176

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24.12TribrachLevelingScrew……………………………………………………………………………..176
24.13RelatedPartsforReflector……………………………………………………………………………176
25.SPECIFICATION..................................................................................................................................................177
26.ERROR DISPLAYS………………………………………………………………………………..180
27.ACCESSORIES…………………………………………………………………………….…….. ..181
APPENDIXABIDIRECTIONALCOMMUNICATION…………………………….182
1.1OutputtingCommands………………………………………………………………………….….182
1.2EnteringCommand………………………………………………………………………………....189
1.3SetCommand……………………………………………………………………………………….191
APPENDIX-BCALCULATE ROADALIGNMENT……………………………….…192
1.1 ROAD ALIGNMENT ELEMENTS………………………………………………………………..…192
1.2 CALCULATIONOFROADALIGNMENTELEMENTS…………………………………….….…194

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FOREWORD
Thank youforpurchasingKOLIDATotalStation KTS440(RC)(R) (LC) (L)series！
Thismanualisapplicablefor KOLIDATotalStationKTS440 (RC)(R)(LC)(L)series！
KTS440R (RC)seriesTotalStationisequippedwithvisiblelaserreflectorless distancemeter.
In this manual, the parts which are marked “ ” are only applicable to KTS440R (RC).
Pleasereadthe manual book carefullybefore operating the instruments.
1.FEATURES
1. Complete Function
KOLIDAKTS-440RC serieshas completesurveying program, the functionsofdata recordandparameter setting,
issuitableforprofessionalandconstructionsurvey.
2.SecureDigitalmemorycard（SDcard）
With the advantages of large memory storage, rapid transmission data system, removable and secure functions,
various surveying data could be easily saved in the SD card and moved into computer through the port of lap top
computer andcardreader. Pleasedonotmoveoutthe SD cardwhen operating the datastoredinit, otherwise the
surveying datacan be damaged.1 MB space inSD card maycontains 15,000 data.
3.Powerful MemoryManagement
Verylargememoryandtheenhancedfilemanagementsystemcanhelpyoueasilyrealizethefunctionof
addition,deletion,modification,andtransmissionofthedata.
4.AbsoluteEncoding Circle
With absolute encoding system, measurement can be started immediatley after booting up the instrument. No
azimuth information is everlosteven in sudden powerbreak.
5.ReflectorlessDistanceMeasurement
The reflectorless function of KTS440RC enables you to carry out long-distance and high-accuracy measurement
directly towards various objects of different materials and colors (like wall of building, telegraph pole, wire, cliff,
mountain, clay, woodenstake, etc.) It‟s the best solution tomeasure thehard-reach orunreachableobject.
6.AbundantSurveyingPrograms
KTS-440notonlyhasthebasicsurveyingmodes(angle,distance, coordinatemeasurement)butalsoequipped
withspecialsurveyingprograms,forexample,REM,Offset,MLM,Staking-out,RoadDesign,PointProjection,
Setoutline,etc, to meetthedemandofprofessionalsurvey.

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2.PRECAUTIONS
1.Never place instrument directly on the ground，as sand or dust may cause damage to the screw holes or the
centeringscrewonthebaseplate.
2. Before carry on the measurment, we need to have an overall check with the inrsrument, such as: battery,
parameters, andinitial settings.
3. When working in a sun-baked (rainyorwet) day, please use the surveying umbrella to avoid damage. Besides,
donot aimthe telescopeatthesunwithoutafilter.
4.Whentheinstrumentisnotinuse,putitinthecaseandkeep theinstrumentfromshock,dustandhumidity.
5. If there is great difference between the temperature in working area and that in store place, leave the instrument
in thecasetillitisusedtothetemperatureofoutsideworkingarea
6.Cleanitssurfacewithawoolenclothafterusing.Iftheinstrumentgetswet,dryitimmediately.
7. Turn the power off before removing the battery, otherwise it maycause damage to internal circuit. Whenplace
KTS into its case, firstlyremove the battery and place it in the case in accordance with its layout plan. Make sure
thattheinsideofthecarryingcaseandKTSaredrybeforeclosingthecase.
8.Noused for alongtime, seperate thebatteryfromthe instrument and store themrespectively. The batteryshould
bechargedonce amonth.
9.Cleanexposedopticalpartswithdegreasedcottonorlenstissueonly!
10. Duringtransporting,theinstrumentshouldbeplaced inits carrying case. It will be bettertoplace some cushion
aroundthecaseto keeptheinstrumentfromthedamageof shock.
11. If there is something wrong on the instrument, please do not disassemble the instrument unless you are a
professionaltechnician
12.NeveraimthelaserbeamofKTS440R(RC)SeriesTotalStationathumaneyes.
SAFETYGUIDE
InteriorEDM（VisibleLaser）
Warning:
ThetotalstationisequippedwithanEDMof a laser grade of3R/Ⅲa, whichcouldberecognized bythefollowing
labels:
On the vertical tangent screw, there is a label shows “CLASS III LASER PRODUCT”. A similar label is on the
oppositeside.
Thisproduct isclassifiedasClass3Rlaserproduct,which iscoordinated withthefollowing standards.
IEC60825-1：2001 “SAFETY OF THE LASER PRODUCT”.
Class 3R/Ⅲa laser product: It is harmful to observe laser beam continuously. User should avoid sighting the laser
attheeyes.Itcanreach 5timestheemittinglimitofClass2/IIwithawavelengthof400nm-700nm.
Warning：
Continuouslylooking straightat thelaserbeamis harmful.

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Prevention:
Do not stare at the laser beam, or point the laser beam to others‟ eyes. Reflected laser beam is a valid
measurementtothe instrument.
Warning:
When the laser beam is shooting at prism, mirror, metal surface or window, the reflector laser beam is also
harmfultoeyes.
Prevention:
Do not stare at the locations with laser reflection. When the reflectorless function is enabled for EDM, do not
starebesidethelaserbeamorprism.Collimatingtheprismviathetelescopeunitisrequestedonly.
Warning:
IncorrectapplicationofClass3Rlaserequipmentisverydangerous.
Prevention:
To avoid being hurt, you must pay particular attention to the precaution measures and keep it under control
within the distance ofpossibledangeraccordingto standard IEC60825-1:2001.
Thefollowingexplainthekeysectionsof theStandard:
Laser instrument of Class 3R is applicable outdoors and in construction field (measurement, defining lines,
leveling).
a) Only those persons who are trained with related course and authenticated are allowed to install, adjust, and
operatethiskindoflaserinstrument.
b)Relevantlaserwarningsymbolsshouldbeeasilyidentifiedwithintheoperatingrange.
c)Preventanyperson tolookstraightatoruseopticalinstrumenttoobserve thelaserbeam.
d) To prevent the harm caused bylaser, block the laserbeam at the end of the working route. When the laser beam
exceeds the limit area (harmful distance*) and when there are motivating persons, stopping the laser beam is a
must.
e)Theopticalpathof the laser should be sethigher or lower thanthe lineof sight.
f) When the laser instrument is not in use, take care of it properly. The person who is not authenticated is not
allowedtouse.
g) Prevent the laser beam from irradiating plane mirror, metal surface, window, etc., especially beware of the
surfaceofplanemirrorandconcavemirror.
* Harmful distance means the maximum distance between the start point and the point which the laser is
weakened to a degree that doesn‟t harm people.
* The harmful distance of built-in laser unit is 1000m (3300ft). When the operation is beyond this range and laser
beamisweakenedtoClass1R,directstaringatlaserbeamis lessharmful.

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3.NOMENCLATURE

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