Leica Geosystems GPS1200 User manual
Leica GPS1200 PC Simulator
Getting Started
Version 1.0
English
Introduction GPS1200 2
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a GPS1200 PC Simulator with SmartAntenna
(ATX1230/ATX1230 GG) option.
)To use the product in a permitted manner, please read carefully throughout this manual
before using the GPS1200 PC Simulator with SmartAntenna option.
Product identification The type and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when
you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop.
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Trademarks • Windows and Windows CE are a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation
• Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Validity of this manual • This manual applies to the GPS1200 PC Simulator with SmartAntenna option. The
steering of the SmartAntenna via GPS1200 PC Simulator is limited to the GX1230 and
GX1230 GG sensor type.
Type: _________________________
Serial No.: _________________________
Type Description
)Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable
the product to be used in a technically correct and efficient manner.
Introduction GPS1200 3
• This manual covers instructions for setting up the GPS1200 PC Simulator with SmartAn-
tenna option and operating it. Refer to GPS1200 Technical Reference Manual for infor-
mation about GPS1200 general and applications functionality.
Available documenta-
tion
The following documentation for GPS1200 is available:
Name Description Format
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.
XX
Name Description Format
System Field Manual Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference
field guide.
X
Introduction GPS1200 4
Refer to the following resources for all GPS1200 documentation and software:
•theSmartWorxDVD
• http://www.leica-geosystems.com/downloads
Application Programs Field
Manual
Describes specific onboard application
programs in standard use. Intended as a quick
reference field guide. The RoadRunner applica-
tion program is described in a separate manual.
XX
Technical Reference
Manual
Overall comprehensive guide to the product and
program functions. Included are detailed
descriptions of special software/hardware
settings and software/hardware functions
intended for technical specialists.
X
Name Description Format
Table of Contents GPS1200 5
Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1Concept 6
1.1 Introduction 6
1.2 Hardware and software requirements 7
2 Bluetooth Connections 8
2.1 Connecting SmartAntenna to PC 8
2.2 Connecting mobile phone to PC 15
3 Operating the Simulator 19
3.1 Configuring the GPS1200 PC Simulator 19
3.2 Configuring RTK connection 23
3.3 Configuring an Internet connection 27
3.3.1 Configuring Internet interface 27
3.3.2 Configuring a dial-up connection 32
3.4 Accessing GPS data from 3rd party application 48
Appendix A LED indicators on SmartAntenna 49
Index 1
Concept GPS1200 6
1Concept
1.1 Introduction
Description The combination of the Leica GPS1200 PC Simulator and the SmartAntenna
(ATX1230/ATX1230 GG) is a lightweight, innovative GNSS rover with RTK capability and the
precision of Leica's high end GPS1200. Different RTK data formats are supported and the
connection can be done as dial-in or via Internet (NTRIP). It is a cable free solution that
allows the user to collect data directly in the field using the power of the Leica GPS1200 PC
Simulator.
Function The Leica GPS1200 PC Simulator with SmartAntenna option allows the steering of the Smar-
tAntenna with a PC via COM port and Bluetooth.
Concept GPS1200 7
1.2 Hardware and software requirements
Required hardware The following hardware is required for for steering the SmartAntenna with a PC:
• SmartAntenna (ATX1230/ATX1230 GG)
• Battery GEB211
•Pole
•Dongle
• PC (recommendation: Pentium 1GHz processor or higher / 512 MB RAM or more /
Micrsosoft®WindowsTM 2000 or XP / Microsoft®Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher)
• Integrated (or external) Bluetooth device to connect the SmartAntenna and the PC
• RTK device with Bluetooth (e.g. mobile phone)
• PC requires a Bluetooth module that supports at least two devices in parallel.
Required software The following software tools are required for steering the SmartAntenna with a PC:
• Leica GPS1200 PC Simulator with SmartAntenna option
• Bluetooth software (e.g. Microsoft)
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 8
2 Bluetooth Connections
2.1 Connecting SmartAntenna to PC
Connecting SmartAn-
tenna step-by-step Step Description
1. Insert the battery (GEB211) into SmartAntenna and switch it on.
)The following steps can differ from PC to PC.
2. Activate Bluetooth on the PC.
3. Open the Bluetooth software and start Bluetooth Setup Wizard.
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 9
4. Select specific Bluetooth device to be configured and click Next.
Step Description
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 10
5. The Bluetooth device selection will be started and an automatic search will be
done.
Step Description
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 11
6. Select the shown ATX1230 GG and click Next. The pairing procedure is started.
7. Type in 0000 and click Initiate Paring.
Step Description
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 12
8. Enable SPP and click OK.
9. Click Finish.
Step Description
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 13
10. A shortcut of the service will be added to My Bluetooth Places on your PC.
Step Description
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 14
11. Right-mouse click on the ATX1230 GG and Connect the antenna.
12. The SmartAntenna is now connected via serial COM9 port.
Step Description
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 15
2.2 Connecting mobile phone to PC
Connecting mobile
phone step-by-step Step Description
)The necessary steps for connecting a mobile phone to a PC can slightly differ
depending on the model. The following steps are related to a Nokia 6630.
1. Switch the mobile phone on. Activate Bluetooth and make it visible.
2. Start the Bluetooth software on your PC and start Bluetooth Setup Wizard.
Refer to"2.1 Connecting SmartAntenna to PC".
3. Choose specific Bluetooth device to be configured and click Next. Refer to"2.1
Connecting SmartAntenna to PC".
Bluetooth Connections GPS1200 17
6. Type in 0000 and click Initiate Paring. Type in 0000 on your Nokia 6630 and
press OK. The Bluetooth service selection appears on your PC.
Step Description
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7. Enable Dial-Up Networking, click Finish and a shortcout for the selected service
will be added to My Bluetooth Places on your PC.
8. Right-mouse click on the Nokia 6630. Under Properties -> Configure you will find
the configured COM port to be used for the connection to the PC.
Step Description
Operating the Simulator GPS1200 19
3 Operating the Simulator
3.1 Configuring the GPS1200 PC Simulator
Description This chapter explains the starting of the GPS1200 PC Simulator in general, the configuration
of the sensor type and the COM ports in detail.
Configuring the
GPS1200 PC Simulator Step Description
)Before you can start the GPS1200 PC Simulator you have to install the software
onto your PC. Go to the related folder on the SmartWorx DVD and run the instal-
lation.
Operating the Simulator GPS1200 20
1. Start the GPS1200 PC Simulator software.
2. Click Configuration -> COM Ports....
Step Description
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