Leica Geosystems RX1200 User manual
GPS1200
User Manual
Version 1.0
English
IGPS1200
Introduction
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a GPS1200 series instrument.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "7 Safety Directions" for further information.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
Product identifica-
tion
The model and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Enter the model and serial number in your manual and always refer to this informa-
tion when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service
workshop.
Type: _______________
Serial No.: _______________
Software-Version: _______________
Introduction GPS1200 II
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Trademarks • Windows (registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation)
• Bluetooth (registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.)
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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 unintended
use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended
use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury and/or appreciable 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.
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How to Use this Manual
1 How to Use this Manual
)It is recommended to set-up the product while reading through this manual.
Path Main Menu: Manage...\Data stands for this working sequence:
From the Main Menu select Manage... and then select Data.
Screen CONFIGURE General Menu describes the name of the screen.
Page Screens can have more than one page. Units page describes a specific page of a
screen. For example: ’...in CONFIGURE Units & Formats, Units page...’.
Fields and options Fields displayed on the screen are described as <Coord System:> or <Coord
System: Swiss>, if ’Swiss’ is the selected coordinate system.
Index The index is at the back of the manual.
)Keys, fields and options on the screens which are considered as self-explanatory are
not explained.
Validity of this
manual
• This manual applies to all GPS1200 instruments. Differences between the
various models are marked and described.
How to Use this Manual GPS1200 1-2
• The RX1200 is available as RX1210 or RX1220 and with touch screen function-
ality as RX1210T or RX1220T. The names RX1210 and RX1220 are used
throughout the manual and may also represent the T models. Only use the
supplied stylus on the touch screens of the T models.
Illustrations For the purpose of the illustrations, a GX1230 model has been selected which is
representative for all models.
Available docu-
mentation Name of docu-
mentation
Description
GPS1200 User
Manual
All instructions required in order to operate the instrument to a
basic level are contained in this User Manual. Provides an
overview of the system together with technical data and safety
directions.
Name of docu-
mentation
Description
GPS1200 System
Field Manual
Describes the general working of the system in standard use.
Intended as a quick reference field guide.
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How to Use this Manual
Format of the docu-
mentation
The GPS1200 CD contains the entire documentation in electronic format. All
manuals are also available in printed form except for the GPS1200 Technical Refer-
ence Manual.
GPS1200 Applica-
tion Programs
Field Manual
Describes specific onboard application programs in standard
use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
GPS1200 Tech-
nical Reference
Manual
Overall comprehensive guide to the system and program func-
tions. Included are detailed descriptions of special soft-
ware/hardware settings and software/hardware functions
intended for technical specialists.
Name of docu-
mentation
Description
How to Use this Manual GPS1200 1-4
Description of the System GPS1200 2-2
2.1 System Components
Main components
Receivers
Receiver: To calculate a range to all visible satellites.
RX1200: To operate the user interface either by the keyboard or
by the touch screen with supplied stylus.
Antenna: To receive the satellite signals from the NAVSTAR
satellites.
Leica Geo Office: The office software including a series of help programs
which support working with GPS1200.
Leica GPS Spider: The reference station software required to operate the
reference station receivers of GPS1200.
GX1230: Twelve L1, twelve L2 channels, code and phase,
real-time capable
GX1220: Twelve L1, twelve L2 channels, code and phase
GX1210: Twelve L1 channels, code and phase
GX1200 with PPS/Event option Twelve L1, twelve L2 channels, code and phase,
real-time capable, with event and PPS ports
GRX1200 Twelve L1, twelve L2 channels, code and phase,
real-time capable, for reference station applica-
tions
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Description of the System
Refer to "8 Technical Data" for information on technical specifications.
)The GX1230, GX1220, GX1200 with PPS/Event option, GRX1200 and GRX1200
Pro receivers use the GPS P-code signal, which by U.S. policy is liable to be
switched off without notice. Phase measurements on L2 are ensured as these
receivers automatically switch to patented tracking techniques.
Antennas used
with receivers
Refer to "8 Technical Data" for information on technical specifications.
Leica Geo Office The office software is called Leica Geo Office LGO.
Use
GRX1200 Pro Twelve L1, twelve L2 channels, code and phase,
real-time capable, with event, PPS, oscillator and
NET port, for reference station applications
Receiver Antenna
GX1230/GX1220 Typically: AX1202, otherwise: AT504
GX1210 AX1201
GRX1200/GRX1200 Pro Typically: AT504, otherwise: AX1202
• to post-process data. • to create and edit codelists.
• to edit coordinates. • to create and edit format files.
Description of the System GPS1200 2-4
Operating systems
Refer to the online help of LGO for additional information.
Leica GPS Spider The reference station software is known as Leica GPS Spider. It is required to
operate the GRX1200 and GRX1200 Pro.
Use
Operating systems
Refer to the online help of Leica GPS Spider for additional information.
• to exchange data between the
receiver and a PC.
• to load and delete system software
and application program software.
• Windows® XP • Windows® ME • Windows® 2000
• to connect from a PC to a GPS1200
receiver locally or remotely.
• to automatically convert data to
RINEX format.
• to configure receiver operation. • to automatically archive data files.
• to monitor receiver operation. • to automatically distribute to FTP
locations.
• to automatically download raw data.
• Windows® XP • Windows® 2000
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Description of the System
2.2 Container Contents
Description The GPS1200 with all accessories is packed in one transport container. Additional
equipment which does not fit into the transport container might be required, for
example a tripod. These accessories are not mentioned.
Description of the System GPS1200 2-6
Lower portion
a) Double arm for antennas of
devices
b) Adjusting pin
c) Spare battery
d) Supplied stylus
e) Antennas of device
f) GX1200 with RX1210 and
device such as radio
g) Antenna
h) Cables
GPS12_135
a b
f g h
c d e
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Description of the System
Upper portion
a) Base for telescopic rod
b) Holder for RX1210 on pole
with grip for pole
c) Spare battery
d) Arm 15 cm long for antenna of
device
e) Telescopic rod
f) Holder for GX1200 on pole
g) Tribrach
h) Carrier
i) Height hook
GPS12_136
a b c de f
gh i
Description of the System GPS1200 2-8
2.3 Receiver Components
Receiver compo-
nents
ON/OFF button The receiver can be preprogrammed in the office and used in the field without the
RX1200 attached. In this case, the receiver is turned on by holding down the
ON/OFF button for 2 s or off by holding down the ON/OFF button for 4 s. A green
steady light at the power LED indicates that the receiver is turned on.
a) RX1200
b) Supplied stylus
c) Clip-on-contacts for connecting
RX1200 without cable
d) Recess for RX1200
e) Guide rail for clip-on-housing of a
device
f) ON/OFF button
g) LED indicators
h) Battery compartment 2 or port NET
i) Battery compartment 1
j) CompactFlash card compartment
GPS12_134
a
g
h
i
j
b
c
d
e
f
Description of the System GPS1200 2-10
2.4.1 Software Concept
Description All receivers use the same software concept. The software is divided into standard
and customised application programs.
Standard software
components
Customised appli-
cation programs
Customised application programs can be developed locally using the GeoC++
development environment. Information on the GeoC++ development environment is
available on request from the Leica Geosystems representative.
Languages
System software: To manage and configure data and functions.
Includes the application program Survey to
measure.
Application program software: To generate data in specific application programs.
Some application programs are already uploaded
when purchasing the receiver. Some application
programs can be uploaded through LGO. Some
application programs have to be purchased and
then activated through a specific licence key.
Number of languages: Three languages can be stored on the receiver at one
time - English and two others. English cannot be
deleted. One language is selected as active language.
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Description of the System
Uploading software Software can be uploaded
• from LGO on a PC through a serial interface to the CompactFlash card in the
receiver and from there to the System RAM.
• from a CompactFlash card to the System RAM.
• from Leica GPS Spider using the firmware upload tool through the available
communication link, for example a serial, dial-up modem or network connection.
Validity of a language: • For standard software: If a language is not available
for the system software, the English language is
used instead. Application programs run in the
language they where loaded.
• Customised application programs do always run in
the language they were developed in.
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