Leica GS10 User manual

Leica GS10/GS15
User Manual
Version 4.1
English

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GS10/GS15, Introduction
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica GS10/GS15.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "5 Safety Directions" for further informa-
tion.
Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product.
Product identifica-
tion
The type and 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 authorised service work-
shop.
Type: _______________
Serial No.: _______________

GS10/GS15, Introduction 3
Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings:
Trademarks • Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and other countries
• Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
• SD is a trademark of the SD Card Association
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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Validity of this
manual
This manual applies to the GS10/GS15.
Available docu-
mentation Name Description/Format
GS10/GS15
Quick Guide
Provides an overview of the product together with tech-
nical data and safety directions. Intended as a quick
reference guide.
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GS10/GS15
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 tech-
nical data and safety directions.
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Name Description/Format
Viva GNSS
Getting
Started Guide
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
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Viva TPS
Getting
Started Guide
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
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Refer to the following resources for all GS10/GS15 documentation/software:
• the Leica Viva Series DVD
• https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com
myWorld@Leica Geosystems (https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com) offers a
wide range of services, information and training material.
With direct access to myWorld, you are able to access all relevant services whenever
it is convenient for you, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. This increases your effi-
ciency and keeps you and your equipment instantly updated with the latest informa-
tion from Leica Geosystems.
Viva Series
Technical
Reference
Manual
Overall comprehensive guide to the product and appli-
cation functions. Included are detailed descriptions of
special software/hardware settings and software/hard-
ware functions intended for technical specialists.
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Name Description/Format

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Service Description
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Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1 Description of the System 11
1.1 System Components 11
1.2 System Concept 13
1.2.1 Software Concept 13
1.2.2 Power Concept 15
1.2.3 Data Storage Concept 17
1.3 Instrument Components 18
2 User Interface 20
2.1 Keyboard 20
2.2 Operating Principles 26
3Operation 27
3.1 Equipment Setup 27
3.1.1 Connecting to a Personal Computer 27
3.1.2 Connecting to the Web Server 33
3.1.3 Configuring the Instrument 37
3.2 Batteries 39

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3.2.1 Operating Principles 39
3.2.2 Battery for GS10 40
3.2.3 Battery for GS15 42
3.3 Working with the Memory Device 44
3.4 Working with the RTK Device 48
3.4.1 GS10 48
3.4.2 GS15 57
3.5 LED Indicators on GS10/GS15 64
3.6 Guidelines for Correct Results with GNSS Surveys 69
4 Care and Transport 70
4.1 Transport 70
4.2 Storage 71
4.3 Cleaning and Drying 72
5 Safety Directions 73
5.1 General Introduction 73
5.2 Intended Use 74
5.3 Limits of Use 76
5.4 Responsibilities 77
5.5 Hazards of Use 79

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5.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 88
5.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 91
6 Technical Data 95
6.1 GS10/GS15 Technical Data 95
6.1.1 Tracking Characteristics 95
6.1.2 Accuracy 98
6.1.3 Technical Data 100
6.2 Antennas Technical Data 106
6.3 Conformity to National Regulations 111
6.3.1 GS10 111
6.3.2 GS15 114
6.3.3 GFU24, Siemens MC75 116
6.3.4 GFU19 (US), GFU25 (CAN) CDMA MultiTech MTMMC-C 118
6.3.5 GFU28, Telit UC864-G 120
6.3.6 SLR1, SLR2, SATEL SATELLINE-3AS 122
6.3.7 SLR5, SATEL SATELLINE M3-TR1 124
6.3.8 SLR3-1, SLR3-2, Pacific Crest ADL 126
6.3.9 SLG1, Telit UC864-G 128
6.3.10 SLG2, CINTERION MC75i 130
6.3.11 SLC1 (US), SLC2 (US) CDMA Telit CC864-DUAL 132

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7 International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement 134
Appendix A Pin Assignments and Sockets 136
A.1 GS10 136
A.2 GS15 140
Index 144

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1 Description of the System
1.1 System Components
Main components
Instruments Depending on the satellite systems and signals configured, a maximum number of
120 channels is allocated.
Component Description
Instrument To calculate a position from the computed ranges to all
visible GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) satellites.
Web server Web-based tool to preprogram the GNSS instrument.
Antenna To receive the satellite signals from the GNSS satellites.
LEICA Geo Office The office software including a series of help programs
which support working with Leica Viva Series instruments.
Instrument Description
GS10 Up to 16 L1, 16 L2, 16 L5 channels (GPS), up to 14 L1, 14 L2
channels (GLONASS), up to 14 E1, 14 E5a, 14 E5b, 14 Alt-BOC
channels (Galileo), four channels SBAS (EGNOS, WAAS, MSAS,
GAGAN), code and phase, real-time capable

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)Once the first operational Galileo satellites are available, a software update will be
required.
)The GS GNSS instruments are additionally designed to support Compass. The
Compass signal definition is not fully finalised, although, test signals have been
tracked in a test environment. As changes can still occur, Leica Geosystems cannot
guarantee full Compass compatibility.
GS15 Up to 16 L1, 16 L2, 16 L5 channels (GPS), up to 14 L1, 14 L2
channels (GLONASS), up to 14 E1, 14 E5a, 14 E5b, 14 Alt-BOC
channels (Galileo), four channels SBAS (EGNOS, WAAS, MSAS,
GAGAN), code and phase, real-time capable
Instrument Description

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1.2 System Concept
1.2.1 Software Concept
Description All instruments use the same software concept.
Software for all GS
GNSS instruments Software type Description
GS firmware
(GS_xx.fw)
This important software covers all functions of the instru-
ment.
The Web server application is integrated into the firmware
and cannot be deleted.
The English language is integrated into the firmware and
cannot be deleted.
Language software
(WEB_LANG.sxx)
Numerous languages are available for the Web server appli-
cation.
The English language is the default language. One language
is chosen as the active language.

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Software upload )Uploading GS firmware can take some time. Ensure that the battery is at
least 75% full before beginning the upload, and do not remove the battery
during the upload process.
Software for Description
All GS models The software can be uploaded using the Leica Web server
application or myWorld@Leica Geosystems.
)Ensure that a Leica SD card is inserted into the GS
instrument before starting the upload. Refer to "3.3
Working with the Memory Device".

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1.2.2 Power Concept
General Use the Leica Geosystems batteries, chargers and accessories or accessories recom-
mended by Leica Geosystems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument.
Power options Power for the instrument can be supplied either internally or externally. Up to two
external power supplies can be connected.
Internal power supply: Two batteries (for GS10: GEB221 or GEB222; for
GS15: GEB211 or GEB212) fit into the instrument.
)If one battery fails, a system shutdown of
the GS10/GS15 GNSS instrument will be
prevented by switching over directly to the
second battery.
External power supply: GEB171 battery connected via a cable.
OR
Car battery connected via a converter cable supplied
by Leica Geosystems.
OR
10.5 V-28 V DC power supply via a converter cable
supplied by Leica Geosystems.
OR
110 V/240 V AC to 12 V DC power supply unit,
supplied by Leica Geosystems.

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)For permanent operations use Uninterruptible Power Supply units as a back-up in a
main power failure.

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1.2.3 Data Storage Concept
Description Data (Leica GNSS raw data and RINEX data) can be recorded on the SD card.
Memory device
)Unplugging connecting cables or removing the SD card during the measurement can
cause loss of data. Only remove the SD card or unplug connecting cables when the
GS GNSS instrument is switched off.
)SD cards can directly be used in an OMNI drive as supplied by Leica Geosystems.
Other PC card drives can require an adaptor.
SD card: All GS GNSS instruments have an SD card slot fitted as
standard. An SD card can be inserted and removed. Avail-
able capacity: 1 GB.
)While other SD cards can be used, Leica Geosystems recommends to only use
Leica SD cards and is not responsible for data loss or any other error that can
occur while using a non-Leica card.

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1.3 Instrument Components
)The instrument can be preprogrammed using the Webserver application running from
the instrument on a web browser of a Windows device. In this case, the instrument
is turned on by holding down the ON/OFF button for 2 s or off by holding down the
ON/OFF button for 2 s. A green steady light at the power LED indicates that the
instrument is turned on.
GS10 components a) Bluetooth antenna
b) Guide rail for clip-on-housing of a
device (available on both sides)
c) Function button
d) ON/OFF button
e) LEMO port P3
f) Power port
g) Antenna port
h) LED indicators
i) Battery compartment A including SD
card compartment
j) Battery compartment B
k) LEMO port P2
l) LEMO port P1 including USB port
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GS15 components
)A Bluetooth port is included inside all GS GNSS instruments to enable connectivity to
the CS10/CS15 field controller.
a) RTK device compartment including
port P3
b) RTK device LEDs
c) Battery compartment 2
d) LEDs, ON/OFF button and Function
button
e) LEMO port P1 including USB port
f) QN-connector for external UHF or
digital cellular phone antenna
g) LEMO port P2
h) Battery compartment 1 with SD
card slot
i) Mechanical Reference Plane (MRP)
GS_079
a
c
b
d
e
f
g
h
i

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2 User Interface
2.1 Keyboard
Keyboard GS10
Keyboard GS15
a) ON/OFF button
b) Function button
GS_082
ab
a) ON/OFF button
b) Function button
GS_080
ab