Kolida K5 PLUS User manual

K5 PLUS GNSS
RECEIVER
User Manual
KOLIDA Instrument Company

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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 Brief Introduction...................................................................................................- 4 -
§1.1 Introduction...........................................................................................................- 4 -
§1.2 Production functions ............................................................................................- 4 -
§1.3 Features..................................................................................................................- 5 -
§1.4 Accessories &Components ....................................................................................- 7 -
Chapter 2 K5 PLUS Measuring System...................................................................................- 9 -
§2.1 K5 PLUS Mainframe .............................................................................................- 10 -
§2.1.1 The mainframe appearance ........................................................................- 10 -
§2.1.2 Bottom interfaces......................................................................................... - 11 -
§2.1.3 Indicator panel.............................................................................................- 12 -
§2.1.4 Mode check and switching...........................................................................- 13 -
§2.1.5 Self -check.....................................................................................................- 14 -
§2.2 Handheld controller S10 .....................................................................................- 15 -
§2.2.1 Basic introduction of the handheld .............................................................- 15 -
§2.2.2 Blue-tooth connection..................................................................................- 21 -
§2.2.3 Software installation and connecting .........................................................- 23 -
§2.3 External Radio ......................................................................................................- 25 -
§2.3.1 Radio features: .............................................................................................- 25 -
§2.3.2 Radio appearance ........................................................................................- 27 -
§2.3.3 Radio interface and panel............................................................................- 27 -
§2.3.4 Radio transmitting antenna ........................................................................- 29 -
§2.3.5 Application Notice........................................................................................- 29 -
§2.4 Mainframe accessories........................................................................................- 31 -
§2.4.1 Instrument Case ...........................................................................................- 31 -
§2.4.2 Battery and charger.....................................................................................- 31 -
§2.4.3 Differential antennas ...................................................................................- 32 -
§2.4.4 Multi-function data line...............................................................................- 32 -
§2.4.5 Other accessories..........................................................................................- 33 -
Chapter 3 Operations.............................................................................................................- 34 -
§3.1 Static operation....................................................................................................- 35 -
§3.1.1 Static Measurements Profile........................................................................- 35 -
§3.1.2 Operating procedures ..................................................................................- 36 -
§3.1.3 Field operation notes: ..................................................................................- 37 -
§3.1.4 GPS net design..............................................................................................- 37 -
§3.2 RTK operations (Radio mode)...........................................................................- 38 -
§3.2.1 Set up the Base Station ................................................................................- 39 -
§3.2.2 Start the base station...................................................................................- 40 -
§3.2.3 Set up rover station......................................................................................- 42 -
§3.2.4 Set rover station...........................................................................................- 43 -

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§3.3 RTK operations （ GPRS mode ） .........................................................................- 45 -
§3.3.1 Base and Rover installation.........................................................................- 46 -
§3.3.2 Base and Rover settings ...............................................................................- 46 -
§3.3.3 Electronic bubble .........................................................................................- 49 -
§3.3.4 Tilt survey.....................................................................................................- 51 -
§3.4 Antenna height measuring.................................................................................- 54 -
Chapter 4 Connecting to PC...................................................................................................- 56 -
§4.1 Receiver data transfer.........................................................................................- 56 -
§4.2 INStar Operation..................................................................................................- 57 -
§4.2.1 Data Output..................................................................................................- 58 -
§4.2.2 Firmware update .........................................................................................- 60 -
§4.2.3 Parameter setting ........................................................................................- 62 -
§4.2.4 Radio setting ................................................................................................- 62 -
§4.2.5 Receiver register...........................................................................................- 63 -
Appendix A K5 PLUS main technical specifications......................................................- 64 -
Appendix B GDL-20 radio technical specifications.......................................................- 67 -
Appendix C Technical Terms .............................................................................................- 69 -

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Chapter 1 Brief Introduction
Read this chapter, and you will have a brief knowledge of KOLIDA Company and
K5 PLUS GNSS measurement system.
§1.1 Introduction
Thanks for purchasing KOLIDA product! KOLIDA is a leading GNSS RTK and
surveying instrument manufacturer, has been committed itself to spread the
advanced survey techniques and products to users worldwide.
This manual takes K5 PLUS measuring system for example, to explain how to
install, set up and operate RTK system. We recommend that you read these
instructions carefully before using the instrument.
K5 PLUS, a new generation integrated RTK system with smaller size and
innovative design, leads the developing direction of new generation RTK with
excellent performance, provides high-efficiency and intelligent surveying
experience to customers. It isn’t simply smaller, it does better in everywhere.
§1.2 Product Functions
Control Survey: dual-band (dual-frequency) system static measurements can
accurately complete Control Survey, High-precision Deformation Monitoring,
Photo-control Point Measurement.
Highway Survey: with KOLIDA software EGStar, user can quickly complete the
encryption of the control points, road topographic mapping, cross-section
measurement, profile measurement.

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CORS Application: provide more stable and convenient data link for field
operations. It is seamlessly compatible with all types of CORS stations.
Data acquisition measurement: perfectly match various measurement software
and do data acquisition quickly and easily.
Stakeout: large-scale point, line, plane setout.
Electric Power Measurement: transmission line measurement orientation,
distance measurement, angle calculation.
Marine Survey: oceanographic research, dredging, piling, inserted row, making
the marine operations more convenient and easy.
§1.3 Features
Innovative structure design: K5 PLUS, with smaller size and innovative
design, the weight is only 970g, built with magnesium alloy materials. The top
edge is designed to decrease the harm in case of falling down to ground.
Dual module Bluetooth: K5 PLUS is equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 module,
support communication with smart phone, tablet PC and other digital product.
It also supports Bluetooth 2.1 standard and is able to connect with traditional
data collector.
Tilt centering and electronic bubble: The internal tilt compensator and
electronic bubble can correct the coordinate result automatically at the points
with tilt angle and tilt direction.
NFC function: The internal NFC module can make the complicated Bluetooth
communication easier and simpler. (it needs data collector which support NFC
technology)

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Full constellation support: Equipped with most advanced GNSS boards, K5
PLUS system can track signal from all of running satellite constellation,
especially support B1,B2 and B3 signal from BEIDOU, also can get positioning
result with BEIDOU signal only.
Smart and Open Platform: K5 PLUS is based on a smart and powerful platform
which can make system works faster and more stable, less power consumption,
also support smart voice guide and smart diagnosis etc.
Cloud service: The function realizes online upgrade and registration, remote
diagnosis in real-time.
Advanced data link module: K5 PLUS adopts new and excellent data link
system, which is compatible with current radio protocols in the market, also
supports all kinds of network types to access CORS seamlessly.

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§1.4 Accessories &Components
Rover station standard configuration
Mainframe antennas S10 controller Measuring tape
Mainframe charger Mainframe batteries Tribrach & connector Bracket for controllers
Retractable pole multi-function communication cable

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Base station standard configuration
Mainframe Antennas 25w radio Multiple communication cable
Battery charger Batteries Tribrach & connector Communication cable
Transmission antenna Support pole Frequency-change line Measuring tape

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Chapter 2 K5 PLUS Measuring System
Reading this chapter, you can grasp the components, installation and the
function of K5 PLUS measuring system.
Figure 2-1
①Rover ②Controller ③Base
④Tribrach ⑤Radio ⑥Radio Antenna
⑦Tripod ⑧Battery

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§2.1 K5 PLUS Mainframe
§2.1.1 The mainframe appearance
The mainframe is a flat cylindrical, 118mm in height, 134mm in diameter, the
height from the rubber seal ring to the bottom is 78mm. The front side is the
buttons and indicator panel. The bottom of the instrument is radio and network
interface, as well as the battery compartment and other interfaces; there is a
string of bar code number, which is machine number.
Front Panel
Figure 2-2
①Top cover ②Protection rubber ring ③Indicator light
④Power Key
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