Sokkia GSR2600 User manual

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Operations Manual
Part Number 750-1-0093 Rev 1
GPS Receiver System
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Copyright Notice
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Sokkia is a trademark of Sokkia, Co. Ltd. GSR2600 is a trademark of POINT, Inc.
All other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective holders.
GSR2600 FCC and CE Notice
The equipment described in this manual has been tested and found to comply
with the radiated and conducted emission limits for a Class B digital device, for
both CISPR 22 and Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or televi-
sion reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the follow-
ing measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
 Important! To maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital
device, it is required to use properly shielded interface cables (such as Belden
#9539 or equivalent) when using the serial data ports, and double-shielded
cables (such as Belden #9945 or equivalent) when using the I/O strobe port.
Printed on recycled paper.
Part# 750-1-0093 Rev 1
June 26, 2002
WARNING
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved
by POINT, Inc. could result in violation of Part 15 of the FCC rules
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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Ports and Icons ........................................................ 2
1.2 Features .................................................................... 3
1.3 Where to Find Information.................................... 3
1.4 Obtaining Technical Assistance............................ 4
1.5 Notes, Cautions, and Warnings............................ 5
1.6 GSR2600 Usage Cautions....................................... 6
Chapter 2 Quick Start System Setup 7
2.1 Setting Up at the Office .......................................... 7
2.2 Setting Up in the Field............................................ 8
Chapter 3 General Components 10
3.1 GSR2600 Front View............................................. 10
3.2 GSR2600 Back View.............................................. 11
3.3 Data Card Access Door ........................................ 12
3.3.1 Data card ..................................................... 12
3.4 GPS Antenna.......................................................... 15
3.5 Battery Pack ........................................................... 16
3.5.1 Battery pack LEDs...................................... 17
3.5.2 Inserting and removing batteries ............ 18
3.5.3 Connecting the battery pack .................... 20
3.6 Ports and Cables.................................................... 22
3.6.1 Communication ports ............................... 23
3.6.2 Power port (PWR)...................................... 25
3.6.3 GPS port ...................................................... 26
3.6.4 General cable .............................................. 27
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Chapter 4 Basic Operations 28
4.1 Turn On System.....................................................28
4.2 System Inactivity ...................................................28
4.3 Scheduled Session .................................................29
4.4 Power Consumption.............................................30
4.5 Insufficient Power .................................................31
4.6 Operation Overview .............................................31
4.6.1 When using data collectors.......................32
Chapter 5 Display Panel Operations 33
5.1 Power Button .........................................................33
5.2 Audible Annunciator............................................35
5.3 Escape Button.........................................................36
5.4 Enter Button and Navigation Arrows................37
5.5 LCD Front Panel....................................................37
5.5.1 Navigation aids ..........................................40
Chapter 6 LCD Display 42
6.1 Menu Layout..........................................................42
6.1.1 Navigating the menus ...............................42
6.1.2 Editing screen information .......................44
6.2 STATUS > Home ...................................................44
6.2.1 Occupy.........................................................47
6.2.2 Battery..........................................................48
6.2.3 System..........................................................49
6.2.4 Space ............................................................51
6.2.5 Contrast .......................................................52
6.3 GPS DATA > Home..............................................52
6.3.1 Lat.................................................................53
6.3.2 Lon................................................................54
6.3.3 Hgt................................................................55
6.3.4 Vel.................................................................55
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6.3.5 Date .............................................................. 55
6.3.6 Sat................................................................. 56
6.3.7 DOPS............................................................ 57
6.3.8 Corr Age ...................................................... 58
6.4 CFG RCVR > Home.............................................. 58
6.4.1 Run Cfg........................................................ 60
6.4.2 Stop Cfg ....................................................... 60
6.4.3 Sched............................................................ 61
6.4.4 Schedule ...................................................... 62
6.4.5 Cutoff........................................................... 64
6.5 FILES > Home........................................................ 65
6.5.1 File information.......................................... 66
6.5.2 Del all files................................................... 68
6.6 SETTINGS > Home............................................... 68
6.6.1 Contrast ....................................................... 69
6.6.2 Sleep............................................................. 70
6.6.3 RTKReset..................................................... 70
6.6.4 Freset............................................................ 71
6.6.5 Chg Model................................................... 71
6.6.6 GPS Ser ........................................................ 72
6.6.7 GPS Ver........................................................ 72
6.6.8 SW Ver......................................................... 72
6.7 CFG SITE > Home................................................. 72
6.7.1 Number ....................................................... 74
6.7.2 Name............................................................ 74
6.7.3 Edit Hgt ....................................................... 74
6.7.4 Antenna ....................................................... 74
6.7.5 Execute......................................................... 74
6.8 CFG COM > Home ............................................... 75
6.8.1 COM1........................................................... 76
6.8.2 C1 IMode..................................................... 78
6.8.3 COM2........................................................... 79
6.8.4 C2 IMode..................................................... 79
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6.8.5 Aux ...............................................................79
Chapter 7 Collecting Data 80
7.1 Collecting Data ......................................................80
7.1.1 Manual data collection ..............................80
7.1.2 Scheduled data collection .........................81
7.1.3 Handheld data collection..........................82
7.2 Defining Data to be Collected..............................83
7.2.1 Using receiver configurations ..................83
7.2.2 Using the POWERUP configuration .......84
7.3 Data File Naming ..................................................85
7.4 Data Storage Requirements .................................87
7.5 Data Logging Interruption...................................87
7.6 Resetting the Receiver...........................................87
Appendix A GSR2600 Specifications 91
Appendix B Glossary 95
Index 107
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Tables
1 Feature Summary............................................................... 3
2 Battery Pack LEDs............................................................ 17
3 COM Port Indicators........................................................ 23
1 Logging Status .................................................................. 39
2 Position Mode................................................................... 39
3 Occupation Status ............................................................ 47
4 Battery Status .................................................................... 48
5 System Status .................................................................... 49
6 Space Status....................................................................... 51
7 GPS Satellite Messages .................................................... 56
8 Interface Modes ................................................................ 78
4 Powerup Configuration Settings ................................... 85
5 Auto-Generated File Name Convention....................... 86
6 8 MB Data Card Logging Capacity................................ 87
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Figures
1 GSR2600 Front View ................................................. 10
2 GSR2600 Back View .................................................. 11
3 Access Door ...................................................................... 12
4 SK-600 Antenna ............................................................... 15
5 Battery Pack Attached to Receiver ................................ 16
6 Battery Pack LEDs ........................................................... 17
7 Insert Batteries ................................................................. 18
8 Battery Pack Front Clamps ............................................ 18
9 Battery Pack Side Clamps .............................................. 20
10 Battery Pack Alignment ................................................. 20
11 Connect Side Clamps ...................................................... 21
12 Connect Power Cable ..................................................... 21
13 Power Port ........................................................................ 25
14 GPS Port ............................................................................ 26
15 LCD Interface ................................................................... 37
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Welcome! The GSR2600 Operations Manual provides you
with complete information about your Sokkia GSR2600
GPS receiver and its functions.
The GSR2600 is a high-performance GPS receiver for use in
both RTK and post-processing applications. This receiver is
capable of receiving and tracking up to 12 GPS satellites on
L1 and L2 channels, has fast data update rates, and
integrates memory (Compact Flash Card) for data logging.
The GSR2600 is ready for the most demanding applications
– such as surveying, high precision surveying, roading,
mining, and construction stakeout. It is engineered to
provide years of reliable operation.
Don’t worry if you have to collect data where signal
obstructions are present and frequent interruption of
signals are expected, the excellent acquisition and
re-acquisition times of the GSR2600 enables this receiver to
operate in those environments. As well, the GSR2600
features a rugged, reliable design for use in adverse
conditions.
Once you connect the GSR2600 receiver to an antenna and
power supply, and press the receiver power button, the
GSR2600 begins operating as a fully functional GPS
receiver.
Optionally, a handheld data collector can be used with the
GSR2600 to aid in data collection. When used together, the
GSR2600 receiver and the handheld provide powerful
state-of-the-art technology, and an intuitive, easy-to-use
GPS system.
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Ports and Icons
The following icons are located on the front or rear panel of the
GSR2600 receiver. The icons identify the:
Icon Description
Rear Panel
PWR
Power port
COM1
Data collector communications port
COM2
Radio communications port
GPS
Antenna port
Front Panel
Power button
Escape button
Enter button
Arrow buttons
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1.2 Features
The GSR2600 has the following standard features:
1.3 Where to Find Information
This manual provides sufficient information to enable you to
effectively use the GSR2600. In addition to this manual, several
other forms of documentation serve as supporting documents.
•GSR2600 Advanced Reference Materials. Located on the
Complete Product CD. This document lists the GSR2600 cable
and pinout specifications, as well as an advanced glossary
of definitions.
•GSR2600 Menu Quick Reference. This fold-out document
displays the menu and screens listed in the GSR2600 LCD.
• Planning Reference Manual. This document shows how to
use Planning software to help determine satellite
availability as well as information for understanding and
setting schedules and configurations.
•Spectrum Survey®Suite Reference Manual. This
document provides information for processing and
adjusting your collected data.
Table 1: Feature Summary
GSR2600 Features
Rugged shock, water, and dust-resistant enclosure when access door is
closed
L1/L2 GPS technology (L1 Channels = C/A code & L2 Channels = P code)
Capability to log data to a removable CompactFlash Card
LCD panel and keypad for on-the-fly data information
Two bi-directional COM ports that support data transfer rates of up to
115,2000 bps
Field upgradeable software
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.4 Obtaining Technical Assistance
When contacting customer support, have available:
• Firmware version number
• Concise description of the problem
Technical support for this product is available from the
distributor where you purchased it. You also may contact one of
the Sokkia subsidiaries listed below.
Europe
Sokkia B.V.
Businesspark De Vaart
Damsluisweg 1, 1332 EA Almere
P.O. Box 1292, 1300 BG Almere
The Netherlands
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.nl
USA
Sokkia Corporation
16900 W 118th Terr
Olathe, KS, USA 66061
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.com
Central & South America
Sokkia Central & South America
2232 NW 82nd Avenue
Miami, FL, USA FL33122
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.com/Worldwide/sa.htm
U.K.
Sokkia Ltd
Datum House, Electra Way
Crewe Business Park
Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 6ZT
United Kingdom
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.co.uk
Australia
Sokkia Pty. Ltd.
Rydalmere Metro Centre
Unit 29, 38-46 South Street
Rydalmere NSW 2116
Australia
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.com.au
Canada
1050 Stacey Court
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2X8 Canada
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.com/Retail/canada.htm
Africa
P.O. Box 7998
Centurion, 0046
Republic of South Africa
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.com.sg/frames/African.html
Asia
Sokkia Singapore Pte. Ltd.
401 Commonwealth Drive
#06-01 Haw Par Technocentre
Singapore 149598
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
www.sokkia.com.sg/
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1.5 Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings stress important information
regarding the installation, configuration, and operation of the
GSR2600 receiver.
Note
 Note: Notes outline important information of a general
nature.
Caution
Warning
CAUTION
Cautions inform of possible sources of difficulty or situations that may cause
damage to the product.
WARNING
Warnings inform of situations that may cause you harm.
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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.6 GSR2600 Usage Cautions
CAUTION
1 This device incorporates circuitry to absorb most static discharges.
However, severe static shock may cause inaccurate operation of the unit.
Use anti-static precautions where possible.
2 This device is a precision instrument. Although it is designed for rugged
operating conditions, it performs best when handled with care.
3 When the access door for the data card is screwed closed, the enclosure
is sealed to provide protection against adverse environmental
conditions. To minimize the possibility of damage, always keep this
cover closed except when exchanging data cards. Any attempt to
remove this access door or the end-caps impairs the water-resistant
qualities of the enclosure, and voids the warranty.
4 Do not eject the data card while the GSR2600 is logging data, or you
may lose part of, or your entire, data file.
5 The GSR2600 can accept an input supply voltage in the range +6 to +18
V DC. This may not be the same range that other Sokkia products have.
Do not operate the GSR2600 outside of the specified voltage range.
6 Drawing more than the specified maximum current (1 amp) from
COM2 will cause an internal fuse to interrupt the current. If this
happens, you will have to return the unit to Sokkia for the receiver to be
returned to normal operations.
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Chapter 2 Quick Start System
Setup
It is quite simple to set up the GSR2600 to collect data and
to configure the GSR2600 to transfer the collected data to
your PC for post-processing. This chapter explains briefly
how to set up the GSR2600 in the field or office.
2.1 Setting Up at the Office
In a typical GSR2600 office setup, the PC is connected to the
receiver’s COM1 port, and a 12 V power supply is
connected to the receiver’s PWR port.
Use the office setup to:
• Load a schedule on the receiver using Planning
software
• Transfer collected data from the receiver to your PC
The following steps describe how to configure a typical
office setup:
1. Place the GSR2600 on a desk, or other suitable work
surface.
2. Use the PC Data cable to connect the PC to COM1 on
the GSR2600.
CAUTION
See Section 1.6, GSR2600 Usage Cautions, on Page 6 for a list of items
you should be aware of as you set up and use the GSR2600.
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3. Connect the AC/DC converter or battery to the PWR port
on the GSR2600.
4. Press the power button to turn on the receiver. The
GSR2600 will begin an initialization sequence.
5. Before data collection: Optionally set up a data-collection
schedule and transfer it to the GSR2600 using the Planning
software (Refer to your Planning Reference Manual).
6. After data collection: Use any Sokkia software to
download the data from the GSR2600 to the PC (For
example, Spectrum Survey).
2.2 Setting Up in the Field
The following explains how to typically set up your GSR2600 to
collect static or kinematic data in the field.
These steps assume that schedule and logging parameters have
already been loaded to the GSR2600, and that an optional
handheld data collector is not being used.
 Note: If a data collector was being used, then at Step 8 when
power was supplied, the GSR2600 would accept
configuration commands from the data collector.
1. Where possible, select a location with a clear view of the
sky to the horizon so that each satellite above the horizon
can be tracked without obstruction (minimize the effect of
multipath interference).
2. Mount or place the GSR2600 on a secure, stable structure
that will not sway or topple.
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 Note: Although the unit has a moisture and dust-resistant
enclosure, shelter it from adverse environmental conditions
when possible.
3. Position the antenna over the desired location.
4. Mount the antenna on a stable structure that will not sway
or topple.
5. Route and connect the RF coaxial cable between the
antenna and GSR2600.
 Note: For static surveys, skip Step 6.
6. Connect a radio communications cable to the GSR2600’s
COM2 port. For example, this might be a radio modem for
receiving differential GPS messages from a base station.
7. Insert a CompactFlash card into the GSR2600.
8. Connect a power source (For example, battery) to the
GSR2600’s PWR port.
9. Press the power button to turn on the GSR2600. If available,
the GSR2600 will begin logging according to the stored
configuration.
10. Monitor the status indicators on the LCD display.
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Chapter 3 General Components
The following sections introduce the general GSR2600
physical components.
3.1 GSR2600 Front View
The following is an illustration of the GSR2600 main
features located on the front of the receiver.
Figure 1: GSR2600 Front View
# Description # Description
1 Power button 4 Enter and navigation buttons
2 Data card access door 5 Escape button
3 Screw closing access door 6 LCD display
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3.2 GSR2600 Back View
The following is an illustration of the GSR2600 main features
located on the back of the receiver.
Figure 2: GSR2600 Back View
# Description # Description
1 COM2 Port (radio
communications)
3 Power Port
2 COM1 Port (handheld
communications port)
4 GPS Port (antenna
communications)
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Chapter 3 General Components
3.3 Data Card Access Door
The GSR2600’s access door, when properly closed and secured,
provides a dust and waterproof seal around the data card
compartment.
Figure 3: Access Door
To close the door, turn the screw clockwise until it is fully
tightened (finger-tight). To open the door, turn the screw
counter-clockwise until it springs upward to release the door.
3.3.1 Data card
Data can be stored on a 3.3 V or 5 V-compliant CompactFlash
data card, which can be accessed, exchanged, and replaced
when needed.
The GSR2600 can store data to the card automatically, according
to pre-configured parameters, without any user intervention. In
applications when continuous user interaction is required, a
data collector can be used with the GSR2600.
WARNING
To minimize the possibility of damage, always keep the access door closed
and secured except when exchanging data cards.
CAUTION
If the screw resists turning, do not force it. Turn the screw
counter-clockwise one turn and try again.
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