Leica TS11 User manual

Leica TS11/TS15
User Manual
Version 1.0
English

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Introduction
Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a Leica TS11/TS15.
This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting
up the product and operating it. Refer to "6 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
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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 TS11 and TS15 instruments. Differences between the
various models are marked and described.
Available
documentation Name Description/Format
TS11/TS15
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.
99
Name Description/Format
Viva TPS
Getting
Started Guide
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
99
Viva GNSS
Getting
Started Guide
Describes the general working of the product in
standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide.
99
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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Refer to the following resources for all TS11/TS15 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.
Service Description
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Table of Contents
In this manual Chapter Page
1 Description of the System 12
1.1 System Components 12
1.2 System Concept 19
1.2.1 Software Concept 19
1.2.2 Power Concept 22
1.2.3 Data Storage Concept 23
1.3 Instrument Components 25
2 User Interface 31
2.1 Keyboard 31
2.2 Operating Principles 35
3Operation 36
3.1 Connecting to a Personal Computer 36
3.2 Power Functions 42
3.3 Batteries 44
3.3.1 Operating Principles 44
3.3.2 Battery for the TS Instrument 45

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3.3.3 Battery for SmartAntenna 47
3.4 Operating the Laser Guide 51
3.5 Working with the Memory Device 52
3.6 Working with the RTK Device (SmartStation ) 57
3.7 LED Indicators 65
3.8 Guidelines for Correct Results 73
4 Check & Adjust 76
4.1 Overview 76
4.2 Preparation 79
4.3 Combined Adjustment (l, t, i, c and ATR) 81
4.4 Tilting Axis Adjustment (a) 86
4.5 Adjusting the Circular Level of the Instrument and Tribrach 91
4.6 Adjusting the Circular Level of the Prism Pole 93
4.7 Inspecting the Laser Plummet of the Instrument 94
4.8 Adjusting the Laser Guide 96
4.9 Servicing the Tripod 101
5 Care and Transport 102
5.1 Transport 102
5.2 Storage 104

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5.3 Cleaning and Drying 105
5.4 Maintenance 107
6 Safety Directions 108
6.1 General Introduction 108
6.2 Intended Use 109
6.3 Limits of Use 111
6.4 Responsibilities 112
6.5 Hazards of Use 114
6.6 Laser Classification 120
6.6.1 General 120
6.6.2 Distancer, Measurements with Reflectors (IR mode) 121
6.6.3 Distancer, Measurements without Reflectors (RL mode) 123
6.6.4 Automatic Target Aiming ATR 128
6.6.5 PowerSearch PS 130
6.6.6 Electronic Guide Light EGL 132
6.6.7 Laser Plummet 133
6.6.8 Laser Guide 136
6.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 143
6.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. 146

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7 Technical Data 150
7.1 Angle Measurement 150
7.2 Distance Measurement with Reflectors (IR mode) 151
7.3 Distance Measurement without Reflectors (RL mode) 154
7.4 Distance Measurement - Long Range (LO mode) 156
7.5 Automatic Target Aiming ATR 158
7.6 PowerSearch PS 162
7.7 Wide-Angle Camera 163
7.8 SmartStation 164
7.8.1 SmartStation Accuracy 164
7.8.2 SmartStation Dimensions 166
7.8.3 SmartAntenna Technical Data 167
7.9 Laser Guide Technical Data 171
7.10 Conformity to National Regulations 173
7.10.1 Communication side cover with Bluetooth 173
7.10.2 RadioHandle 174
7.10.3 GS12 176
7.10.4 GS15 178
7.10.5 SLR1 , SLR2 , SATEL SATELLINE-3AS 180
7.10.6 SLR5 , SATEL SATELLINE M3-TR1 182
7.10.7 SLR3-1 , SLR3-2 , Pacific Crest ADL 184