Leica GS09 User manual

Leica GS09
User Manual
Version 1.0
English

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GS09, Introduction
Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica GS09 system.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "9 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.: _______________

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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
• CompactFlash and CF are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation
• Bluetooth is a 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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Validity of this
manual
This manual applies to the Leica GS09 GNSS.
Available docu-
mentation Name Description/Format
GS09 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.
99
Name Description/Format
GS09 Quick
Guide
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
99
GS09 Technical
Reference
Manual
Overall comprehensive guide to the product and appli-
cation functions. Included are detailed descriptions of
special software/hardware settings and soft-
ware/hardware functions intended for technical
specialists.
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Refer to the following resources for all Leica GS09 documentation/software:
• the Leica GS09 CD-ROM
• https://myworld.leica-geosystems.com
CD-ROM contents The Leica GS09 CD-ROM contains software and documentation specific to Leica
GS09:
Type Description
Software System software
Language software
Application programs
Documentation Leica GS09 User Manual
Leica GS09 Quick Guide
Leica GS09 Technical Reference Manual
Leica GS09 Equipment List
Leica GS09 Product Brochure
Leica GS09 Technical Data Sheet

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Service Description
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GS09, Table of Contents
Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1 Unpacking the Container 12
1.1 Leica GS09 Container Contents 12
1.2 SmartStation Container Contents 14
1.3 Components of the CS09 Field Controller 16
1.4 Components of the GHT56 Holder and GHT63 Clamp 17
2 Using the CS09 Field Controller 18
2.1 The Keyboard 18
2.2 The Screen Display 22
2.3 The Icons - Showing Field Controller Status 24
2.4 The Symbols - Showing Field Controller Settings 32
3 Using the GS09 Antenna 34
3.1 Understanding Antenna Heights 34
3.2 The Mechanical Reference Plane, MRP 36
3.3 Measuring the Antenna Height for a Pillar Setup 37
3.4 Measuring the Antenna Height for a Tripod Setup 40

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3.5 Measuring the Antenna Height for a Pole Setup 42
3.6 The LED Indicators on the GS09 Antenna 43
4 Turning On / Turning Off 45
4.1 Turning On/Off, Switching to Desktop 45
4.2 Operating by Keyboard or Touch Screen 48
5 Understanding the Main Menu 49
6 Setting Up and Starting Up 52
6.1 Setting Up as a Real-Time Reference 52
6.2 Setting Up for Raw Data Logging 58
6.3 Setting Up as a Real-Time Rover 63
6.4 LED Indicators on GHT56 72
6.5 Working with the Clip-On-Housings for Devices on GHT56 74
6.6 Connecting to the GS09 Antenna with Bluetooth 83
6.7 Connecting to a Digital Cellular Phone 84
6.8 Changing the Battery on the CS09 Field Controller 86
6.9 Changing the CompactFlash card on the CS09 Field Controller 88
6.10 Changing the Battery on the GS09 Antenna 90
6.11 Essential Battery Operating Principles 92
6.12 Using Licence Keys 93
6.13 Checking and Adjusting the Circular Level of the Tribrach 97

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6.14 Checking and Adjusting the Circular Bubble of the Pole 100
6.15 Guidelines for Correct Results with GNSS Surveys 101
7 Connecting a Computer with ActiveSync 102
8 Care and Transport 109
8.1 Transport 109
8.2 Storage 110
8.3 Cleaning and Drying 111
9 Safety Directions 112
9.1 General Introduction 112
9.2 Intended Use 113
9.3 Limits of Use 115
9.4 Responsibilities 116
9.5 Hazards of Use 118
9.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 127
9.7 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 130

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10 Technical Data 134
10.1 CS09 Technical Data 134
10.2 GS09 Technical Data 138
10.2.1 Tracking Characteristics 138
10.2.2 Accuracy 141
10.2.3 Technical Data 142
10.3 GHT56 Technical Data 145
10.4 Conformity to National Regulations 147
10.4.1 CS09 147
10.4.2 GS09 149
10.4.3 GFU24 , Siemens MC75 151
10.4.4 GFU19 (US), GFU25 (CAN) CDMA MultiTech MTMMC-C 153
11 International Limited Warranty, Software Licence Agreement 155
Appendix A Directory Structure of the Memory Device 157
Index 159

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GS09, Unpacking the Container
1 Unpacking the Container
1.1 Leica GS09 Container Contents
Description The main components required for the Leica GS09 are combined in one transport
container.
Container for Leica
GS09 and delivered
accessories part 1
of 2
a) GFU modem
b) GRT146 carrier
c) CF card
d) Manuals
e) CS09 field controller
f) 90° antenna adapter
g) GHT63 pole clamp
h) Height hook
i) GHT58 tripod bracket for GFU
modem
j) Tribrach
k) Bubble adjusting key
GS09_001
a
b
c
d
e
h
f
g
i
j
k

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Container for Leica
GS09 and delivered
accessories part 2
of 2
a) GEB211/GEB212 batteries
b) GEV205 Y-cable
c) GS09 antenna
d) GHT56 holder
e) Spare stylus
f) Antennas
g) CD-ROM
h) GFU modem
i) GEV234 data cable
j) GS09 antenna
LeicaGPS900
LeicaGPS900
GS09_002
a
b
c
d
e
f
g
h
i
j

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1.2 SmartStation Container Contents
Container for
SmartStation and
delivered accesso-
ries part 1 of 2 a) GAD33 arm 15 cm
b) GS09 antenna
c) Cables
d) GHT63 pole clamp
e) GAD31 adapter
f) Antennas
g) GAD104 SmartAntenna
adapter
h) GFU modem
i) Mini prism spike
j) GEB221 battery
k) GRZ101 mini prism and
GAD103 adapter
l) GMP101 mini prism
m) RH1200 RadioHandle
n) Instrument carry handle
o) GAT 15 antenna
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b c d e f
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Container for
SmartStation and
delivered accesso-
ries part 2 of 2
a) Manuals
b) CompactFlash card
c) GRZ4 / GRZ122 prism
d) Spare stylus
e) CD-ROM
f) GEB211 / GEB212 batteries
g) GHT56 holder
h) 90° antenna adapter
i) GEB221 battery
j) CS09 field controller
k) GHT39 holding plate
a
gih j k
b c d ef
GS09_004

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1.3 Components of the CS09 Field Controller
Underside of CS09
field controller a) Spring clip for pole holder
b) Top clips for pole holder
c) Hand strap top clips
d) Stylus for touch screen
e) Hand strap bottom clips
f) Integrated USB and power port
g) Battery and CompactFlash card
compartment
Bluetooth ports are included inside the
CS09 field controller, for connectivity to
GS09 antenna and cellular phones.
e
ac
f
bd
g
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1.4 Components of the GHT56 Holder and GHT63 Clamp
Components of the
GHT56 holder and
GHT63 clamp
GHT63 clamp
a) Plastic sleeve
b) Pole clamp
c) Clamp bolt
GHT56 holder
d) Tightening screw
e) Mounting arm
f) Clip-on-contacts for connecting CS09
field controller
g) LED
h) Mounting plate
i) Port for connecting GFU modem
j) Locking mechanism for battery
k) Battery compartment
GS09_007
d
e
f
g
h
k
ji
a
b
c

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2 Using the CS09 Field Controller
2.1 The Keyboard
Keyboard display
a) Function keys F1-F6
b) Alpha keys
c) CAPS
d) Hot keys F7-F12
e) SPACE, SHIFT
f) ENTER
g) Arrow keys
h) CE, ESC, USER, PROG
i) Numeric keys
j) Windows key symbol.
F2F1 F3 F4 F5 F6
F7
A S D F G H J K L
W
Q
E R
7 8 9
4 5 6
1 2 3
0 .
T Y U I O
P
Z X C V B N M
F8 F9 F10 F11 F12
CE ESC
USER PROG
ON
GS09_008
a
b
g
f
e
c
d
h
i
SHIFT
SPACE
CAPS
OFF
PgDn
PgUp
ESC
PROG
ON
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OFF

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Special Keys
Other Keys
Key Function
Hot keys F7-F12 User definable keys for access to any application, configura-
tion or function.
PROG (ON) If the field controller is off: press and hold for 2 s to turn it
on.
If the field controller is on: press at any time to access the
Programs screen, where a program can be selected.
USER User definable menu for quick access anytime and access to
all STATUS panels.
Key Function
CAPS Switches between upper case and lower case letters.
CE Clears all entry at the beginning of user input.
Clears the last character during user input.
ENTER Selects the highlighted line and leads to the next logical
menu / dialogue.
Starts the edit mode for edit fields.
Opens a choicelist.

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ESC Leaves the current menu or dialogue without storing any
changes.
Turns field controller off when held for 2 s in the Main Menu
screen.
SHIFT Switches between the first and the second level of function
keys.
SPACE Enters a blank.
Arrow keys Moves the focus on the screen.
Alpha keys To type letters.
Function keys F1-F6 Correspond to six softkeys that appear on the bottom of the
screen when the screen is activated.
Numeric keys To type numbers.
Key Function