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Leica GPS1200 User Manual Version 3.0 English.
2 GPS1200 Introduc tion Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of a GPS1200 series instrument. This manual contains important safety direct ions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "7 Sa fety Directions" for further infor mation.
Introduc tion GPS1200 3 Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings: Trademarks • Windows and Windows CE are a registered trademark of Micr osoft Corporation • CompactFlash.
4 GPS1200 Table of Contents Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page 1 How to Use this Manual 8 2 Description of the Syste m 12 2.1 System Components 12 2.2 System Concept 16 2.2.1 Software Concept 16 2.2.2 Data Storage and Data Conversion Concept 18 2.
Table of Contents GPS1200 5 4.4 Working with the Clip-On-Housin gs for Devices 46 4.5 Accessing Survey Application Program 55 4.6 Guidelines for Correct Results 58 4.7 Operation with a Typical Configuration Set 59 5 Reference Station 64 5.1 Overview 64 5.
6 GPS1200 Table of Contents 8 Technical Data 110 8.1 Receiver Technical Data 110 8.1.1 Tracking Characteristics of the Receiver 110 8.1.2 Accuracy 113 8.1.3 Technical Data 115 8.2 Antennas Technical Data 121 8.3 RX1200 Technical Data 126 8.4 Conformity to National Regulations 130 8.
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8 GPS1200 How to Use this Manual 1 How to Use this Manual ) It is recommended to set-up the product w hile reading through this manual. Path Main Menu: Manage...Da ta stands for this working sequence: From the Main Menu select Manag e... and then select Data .
How to Use this Manual GPS1200 9 • The RX1200 is available as RX1210 or with touch screen functionality as RX1210T, RX1220T or RX1250 X. The names RX1210 and RX1220 are used throughout the manual and may also repr esent the touch screen models. Only use the supplied stylus on the sc re ens of the touch screen models.
10 GPS1200 How to Use this Manual Available documentatio n depending on use case Name of documentation Description System Field Manual Describes the general working of the product in standard use. Intended as a quick reference field guide. Applications Field Manual Describes specific onboard application pr ograms in standard use.
How to Use this Manual GPS1200 11 Format of the documentation The GPS1200 CD contains the entir e doc umentation in electronic format. All manuals are also available in printed form except for the GPS1200 Technical Refer- ence Manual.
12 GPS1200 Description of the System 2 Description of the System 2.1 System Components Main components Component Description Receiver To calculate a range to all visible satellites. RX1200 To operate the user interfac e either by the keyboard or by the touch screen with supplied stylus.
Description of the System GPS1200 13 Receivers ) The GX1230, GX1220, GX1200 with PPS/Event option and GRX1200 Series receivers use the GPS P-code signal, which by U.
14 GPS1200 Description of the System off without notice. Phase measurements on L2 are ensured as these receivers auto- matically switch to patented tracking techniques. Antennas used with receivers LEICA Geo Office • LGO supports the GPS1200 and TPS1200 instrumen ts.
Description of the System GPS1200 15 • Supported operating systems: Windows® XP, Windows® 2000, Windows® ME. Refer to the online help of LGO for additional information . LEICA GPS Spider The reference station software is known as LEICA GPS Spider.
16 GPS1200 Description of the System 2.2 System Concept 2.2.1 Software Concept Description All receivers use the same software concept. Software type Softwa re type Description System software This important software covers t he basic function s of the instru- ment.
Description of the System GPS1200 17 Software upload All instrument software is stored in the System RAM of the receiver. The software can be uploaded onto the receiver using the following metho ds: • Using LGO the software is transferred via the serial interface to the Compact- Flash card in the receiver, which is then stored to the System RA M.
18 GPS1200 Description of the System 2.2.2 Data Storag e and Data Conve rsion Conc ept Description Data is stored within a job in a database on a memory d evice. This is either a CompactFlash card or an internal memory. Memory device ) Unplugging connecting cables or removing the CompactFlash card during the meas- urement may cause loss of data.
Description of the System GPS1200 19 ) For GRX1200 Series receivers: While in remote operation mode, stop point occupation and ring buffer logging before removing the CompactFlash card. Data conversion Export Data can be exported from a job in a wide range of ASCII formats.
20 GPS1200 Description of the System 2.2.3 Power Concept General Use the Leica Geosystems bat teries, c hargers and accessories or accessories recommended by Leica Geosyste ms to ensure the correct functionality of the instru- ment. Power options Receiver Power for the receiver can be supplied either internally or externally.
Description of the System GPS1200 21 ) For permanent operations use U ninterruptible P ower S upply units as a back-up in case of a main power f ailure.
22 GPS1200 Description of the System 2.3 Container Contents Container f or GX1200 receivers and delivered accessories part 1 of 2 a) Double arm for antennas of devices b) Adjusting pin c) Spare batter.
Description of the System GPS1200 23 Container f or GX1200 receivers and delivered accessories part 2 of 2 a) Base for telescopic rod b) Holder for RX1210 on pole with grip for pole c) Spare battery d.
24 GPS1200 Description of the System 2.4 Receiver Components Receiver compo- nents ON/OFF bu tton The receiver can be preprogrammed in the office and used in the field without the RX1200 attached. In this case, the receiver is turned on b y holding down the ON/OFF button for 2 s or off by holding down the ON/OFF button for 4 s.
Description of the System GPS1200 25.
26 GPS1200 User Interface 3 User Interface 3.1 Operating Principles Keyboard and touch screen The user interface is operated either by the keyboard or by the touch screen with supplied stylus. The workflow is the same for keyboard and touch screen. The differ- ence is the way information is selected and e ntered.
User Interface GPS1200 27 Switching between Leica software and Windows CE desktop This is valid for RX1250. Unlock To unlock the keyboard press and hold SHIFT for 3 s. The message ’Keyboard unlocked’ is momentar iliy displayed on the Message Line.
28 GPS1200 User Interface Access Leica software Access Windows CE desktop IF THEN RX1250 is started the Leica softwa re comes up automatically. Windows CE desktop is active double click to display the Leica software. OR SHIFT PROG ( ) to display the Leica software.
User Interface GPS1200 29 Selecting from a menu . Windows CE task bar is to be displayed SHIFT PROG () . IF THEN Appearance Description To select an item from a menu, do one of the following: Move the focus to the item. ENTER or CONT (F1) OR Type the complete selection number in front of the item.
30 GPS1200 User Interface Selecting a page Appearance and selection from a choicelist Choicelists have various appearances. Closed choicelist . ENTER or tap on the field to access the c hoicelist. Opening a choicelist reveals either a simple listbox or a comprehensive listbox dialogue.
User Interface GPS1200 31 Simple listbox . Appearance Description Selection • Choicelist shows items to select. • A search field is shown if necessary • A scroll bar is shown if necessary. • Highlight an item and ENTER . • To exit without changes ESC or tap outside the simple listbox.
32 GPS1200 User Interface Listbox dialogue . Appearance Description Selection • Choicelist fills the whole screen. • A search field is shown. • A scroll bar is shown if necessary. • The functionality comprises adding, editing and deleting of items.
User Interface GPS1200 33 3.2 Icons Description Icons show the current status informat ion of the receiver. ) The icons provide information related to basic receiver f uncti ons. The icons that appear depend upon which GPS1200 receiver is used and the current receiver configuration.
34 GPS1200 User Interface Icons Icon Description Position status Displays the status of the current position. As soon as this icon becomes visible the receiver is in a stage where practical operation can commence.
User Interface GPS1200 35 Symbols are added to the basic position mode icon when raw data logging or logging of au to points is configured. Bluetooth The status of each Bluetooth port and any Bluetooth connec- tion is displayed. Line/area The number of lines and areas currently open in the a ctive job is displayed.
36 GPS1200 User Interface • If an external power supply is connected and one or two internal batteries are inser ted, then the external power is used. • If two external power supplies are attached, t hen the system uses the one which is configured as the preferred power supply.
User Interface GPS1200 37.
38 GPS1200 Operation 4 Operation 4.1 Equipment Setup ) The example given is for static operations. Equipment setup step-by-step St ep Description 1. Set up the tripod. 2. Mount and level the tribrach on the tr ipod. 3. Ensure that the tribrach is over the marker.
Operation GPS1200 39 ) A memory device must be available otherwise a survey cannot be carried out. ) Close the lid carefully after insertion of the CompactFlash card in order to prevent water and dust from getting inside the receiver.
40 GPS1200 Operation 4.2 Battery ) Primary use/charging • The battery must be charged prior to using it for the first time because it is deliv- ered with an energy content as low as possible. • For new batteries or batteries that have been stored for a long time (> three months), it is effectual to make on ly one charge/discharge cycle.
Operation GPS1200 41 • Low operating temperatures reduce the capacity that can be drawn; very high operating temperatures reduce the ser vice life of the battery. Change battery step-by-step The batteries are inserted in the front of the receiver. Step Description 1.
42 GPS1200 Operation 4. Close the cover of the battery compartment and tighten the screw. 5. Repeat steps 2. to 4. for the second battery compartmen t. 6. To remove a battery, loosen the screw to open the cover of the battery compartment. 7. Push the battery slightly in and at the same time downwards.
Operation GPS1200 43 4.3 Working with the CompactFlash Card ) • Keep the card dry. • Use it only within the specified temperature range. • Do not bend the card. • Protect the card from direct impacts. ) Failure to follow these instructions could result in data loss and/or permanent damage to the card.
44 GPS1200 Operation Format a Compact- Flash card step-by- step Formatting the CompactFlash card before logging data is started is r equired if a completely new CompactF lash card is used or if all existing data needs to be deleted. Step Description 1.
Operation GPS1200 45 2. TOOLS Format Memory Device <Memory Device: CF Card> <Format Method: Fo rmat Quick> Select the memory device to be formatted. ) By activating the format command all data will be lost. Make sure that all important data on the CompactFlash card has been backed up before formatting the card.
46 GPS1200 Operation 4.4 Working with the Clip-On-Housings for Devices Devices fitting into a clip-on-housing Digital cellular phones fitting into a c lip-on-housing Radios fitting into a clip-on-ho using Attach a clip-on- housing step-by- step The clip-on-housing for devices f its on eit her of the small sides of the receiver.
Operation GPS1200 47 Detach a clip-on- housing step-by- step Insert a SIM card step-by-step For those digital cellular phones that require SIM card s. 2. Ensure that the connector on the clip-on-housing fits to port P1 or port P3 on the receiver front panel.
48 GPS1200 Operation 2. Locate the SIM card screw, that covers the SIM card slot, on the bottom of the clip-on-housing. 3. Insert the coin into the groove of the SIM card screw . 4. Turn the coin anticlockwise to loosen the SIM card screw. 5. Remove the SIM card screw from the housing.
Operation GPS1200 49 Remove a SIM card step-by-step For those digital cellular phones that require SIM card s. Step Description 1. Take a coin and a pen. 2. Locate the SIM card screw, that covers the SIM card slot, on the bottom of the clip-on-housing.
50 GPS1200 Operation LED indicators Description Each clip-on-housing for a radio, digita l cellular phones or bluetooth communication has L ight E mitting D iode indicators on the bottom side. They indicate the basic device status. 4. Turn the coin anticlockwise to loosen the SIM card screw.
Operation GPS1200 51 Diagram a) Warning LED, available for Satelline 3AS b) Data transfer LED c) Signal strength LED or Status LED for Bluetooth communication d) Power LED a b c d GPS12_089.
52 GPS1200 Operation Description of the LED’s IF the on is THEN Warning LED GFU14 with Satelline 3AS red the device is in the configuration mode controlled from the PC via cable. Data transfer LED any device off data is not being tra nsferred. green or flashing green data is being transferred.
Operation GPS1200 53 Signal strength LED GFU19 with US CDMA MultiTech MTMMC-C red device is on, not registered on the network. flashing red device is on, registered on the network. off download mode or device is off. GFU17 with Siemens MC45 red call is in progress .
54 GPS1200 Operation GFU15 with Pacific Crest PDL red or flashing red the communication link, D ata C arrier D etection, is okay on the roving receive r. off the DCD is not okay. GFU14 with Satelline 3AS red or flashing red the communication link, D ata C arrier D etection, is okay on the roving receive r.
Operation GPS1200 55 4.5 Accessing Survey Application Program Access Select Main Menu: Survey . OR Press PROG . Highlight Survey . CONT (F1) . SURVEY Survey Begin CONT (F1) To accept changes and access the subsequent screen. The chosen settings become active.
56 GPS1200 Operation Description of fields Field Option Description <Job:> Choicelist The active job. All jobs from Main Menu: Manage...Jobs can be se lected. <Coord System:> Output The coordinate system currently attached to the selected <Job:> .
Operation GPS1200 57 Next step CONT (F1) accepts the changes and accesses, depending on the selected <Config Set:> , SURVEY Survey: Job Name or SURVEY Survey Set Up Reference Station . Measurements can be performed with OCUPY (F1) , STOP (F1) and STORE (F1) .
58 GPS1200 Operation 4.6 Guidelines for Correct Results Undisturbed satel- lite signal recep- tion Successful GPS surveys requi re undisturbed satellite signal reception, especially at the receiver which serves as a reference. Set up the receivers in locations which are free of obstructions such as trees, buildings or mountains.
Operation GPS1200 59 4.7 Operation with a Typical Configuration Set ) The example given is for static operations. Static operation s step-by-step St ep Description 1. Set up the equipment. ) Always fill out a field record sheet for ea ch point. ) It is vital that the antenna height is m easured cor rectly.
60 GPS1200 Operation 5. SURVEY Survey: Job Name Type in the point ID and the a ntenna height. ) The position mode icon is the moving icon. This indicates that the antenna can be moved around and that no static observations are being recorded. 6. OCUPY (F1) starts logging of static observations.
Operation GPS1200 61 11. Measure the antenna height and note it down in th e field record sheet. ) If the tribrach is not level or the antenna height has change d, the collected data is not reliable. 12. SHIFT QUIT (F6) to return to from where SURVEY Survey: Job Name was accessed.
62 GPS1200 Operation ) The antenna must not be moved while data is logged, otherwise the quality of post- processed coordinat es is im paired. ) The CompactFlash card must be removed in GPS1200 Main Menu .
Operation GPS1200 63.
64 GPS1200 Reference Station 5 Reference Station 5.1 Overview Description The GRX1200 Series • are designed to operate for specific refe rence station applications using remote control software, for example LEICA GPS Spider reference station software.
Reference Station GPS1200 65 • operate in the same manner as the other GPS1200 receivers. • have the same receiver and measurement performance a s the other GPS1200 receivers. Refer to "8 Technical Data" for in formation on technical data.
66 GPS1200 Reference Station Data storage All CompactFlash cards recommended by Leica Geosystems are sup ported. Storing data on a CompactFlash card enables subsequent data download and post- processing. Refer to "2.2.2 Data Storage and Data Con version Concept" for infor- mation on available memory.
Reference Station GPS1200 67 5.2 Equipment Setup Equipment setup An example for a n equipment setup for a reference station is show n in the following diagram. It is a basic serial setup with LEICA GPS Spider, including a meteo/tilt device and a local radio to broadcast real-time data.
68 GPS1200 Reference Station i j k l m n a o q p r s b c d e f g h GPS12_027.
Reference Station GPS1200 69 ) Normally, the data transfer cable GX RX to RS232 is used to connect the GRX1200 Series to a PC. Connect the cable to port 2 on the receiver and to the COM port on the PC.
70 GPS1200 Reference Station ) Connect the device to transmit real-time data to port P1, P2 or P3 of the receiver. Some devices fit into a clip-on-housing t hat p lugs directly into these ports. Other devices require an interface cable. ) Unauthorised radio units should not be connected to the GRX1200 Series.
Reference Station GPS1200 71 Behaviour when turning off and on Turning the GRX1200 Series off and on again resets the receiver. The conse- quences are: • If the configuration of the output is stored in the configuration set, standard NMEA messages are still output.
72 GPS1200 Reference Station 5.3 Getting Started with the GRX1200 Series Ways of operating The GRX1200 Series can either be oper ated with the RX12 00 like the other GPS1200 receivers or by remote control. Operation Description With RX1200 The receiver can be fully configured.
Reference Station GPS1200 73 Any application program avai lable on GPS1200 such as Survey or Stakeout ) Refer to the relevant chapters in this manual or to the GPS1200 Technical Reference Manual for in for- mation on configuring and using t he receiver.
74 GPS1200 Reference Station Configure a remote interface connec- tion Remote interface to be co nfigured Configure usi ng Standard default RS232 • Each port is by default a remote port.
Reference Station GPS1200 75 Configure a modem interface step-by-step In order to use a modem for the remote interface connection, the correspondin g device has to be created on the receiver and attached to the receiver serial port. As an example, the following step-by-step descr iption shows how to configure a U.
76 GPS1200 Reference Station 5. DEVCE (F5) to access CONFIGURE Devices . 6. PAGE (F6) changes to the Modem/GSM page. 7. CONFIGURE Devices , Modem/GSM page Highlight Modem . 8. NEW (F2) to create a new modem. 9. CONFIGURE Device Type in a name and the port parameters for the modem.
Reference Station GPS1200 77 Configure a NET port step-by-step In order to use a NET port for the remote interface connection, the RJ45 connector of the GRX1200 Pro must be connected to a network hub, router or PC Ethernet port which requires a special crossed cable.
78 GPS1200 Reference Station 8. CTRL (F4) to access CONFIGUR E Set NET Port . 9. CONFIGURE Set NET Port <User: Server> Configure the NET port numbers and access control. 10. CONT (F1) to return to CONFIGURE Remo te Interfaces . 11. Is Remote displayed in the column In terface for the selected NET port? •I f yes , continue with step 13.
Reference Station GPS1200 79.
80 GPS1200 Care and Transport 6 Care and Transport 6.1 Transport Transport in the field When transporting the equipment in the field, always make sure that you • either carry the product in it s original transport contain er, • or carry the tripod with its legs sp layed across your shoulder, keeping the attached product upright.
Care and Transport GPS1200 81 6.2 Storage Product Respect the temperature limits when stor ing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equipment is insid e a vehicle. Refe r to "8 Technical Data" for information about temperature limits.
82 GPS1200 Care and Transport 6.3 Cleaning and Drying Product Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for clean ing. If necessary, moisten th e cloth with water or pure alcohol.
Care and Transport GPS1200 83.
84 GPS1200 Safety Directions 7 Safety Directions 7.1 General Introduction Description The following directions should enable t he person responsible for the pr oduct, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.
Safety Directions GPS1200 85 7.2 Intended Use Permitted use • Measuring and computing coordinates using P-code and/or C/A-code signals from NAVSTAR GPS satellites. • Carrying out measurement tasks usi ng various GPS measuring techniques. • Recording GPS and point related data.
86 GPS1200 Safety Directions • Inadequate safeguards at the surveying site, for example when mea suring on roads. • Controlling of machines, moving objects or similar monitoring application w ithout additional control- and safety installations. Warning Adverse use can lead to injury, malfunction and damage.
Safety Directions GPS1200 87 7.3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressiv e or explosive environments.
88 GPS1200 Safety Directions 7.4 Responsibilities Manufacturer of the product Leica Geosystems AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg, hereinafter referred to a s Leica Geosystems, is responsible for supplyi ng the product, including the user manual and original accessories, in a completely safe con dition.
Safety Directions GPS1200 89 7.5 International Warranty, Software Licence Agreement International Warranty The International Warranty can be downloaded fr om the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/i nternationalwarranty or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer .
90 GPS1200 Safety Directions lation or use of the software or any pa rt thereof, is deemed to be an acceptance of all the terms and conditions of such licence agreement.
Safety Directions GPS1200 91 7.6 Hazards of Use Warning The absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instructio n, can lead to incorrect or adverse use, an d can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human, material, financial and env ironmental consequences.
92 GPS1200 Safety Directions Danger Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to us e poles and extensions in the vicinity of elec trical installations such as power cables or elec trical railwa ys. Precautions: Keep at a safe distance from electrical installa tions.
Safety Directions GPS1200 93 Warning Inadequate securing of the surveying site can lead to dangero us situations, for example in traffic, on building si tes, and at industrial installations. Precautions: Always ensure that the survey site is adequat ely secured.
94 GPS1200 Safety Directions Avoid subjecting the produc t to mechanical stress. Caution The product uses th e GPS P-Code signal wh ich by U.S. policy may be switched off without notice. Caution During the transport, shipping or disposal of batteries it is possible for inappropriate mechanical influences to c onstitute a fire hazard.
Safety Directions GPS1200 95 Warning High mechanical stress, high ambient temper atures or immersion into fluids can cause leackage, fire or ex plosions of the batteries. Precautions: Protect the batteries from mechan ical in fluences and high ambient temperatu res.
96 GPS1200 Safety Directions Warning If the product is improperly disposed of, the following can happen: • If polymer parts are burnt, poisonou s ga s are produced which may impair health. • If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can exp lode and cause poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination.
Safety Directions GPS1200 97 in such an environment co ntact the safety authori ties respo nsi ble for electrical installations and follow their instructions. • If the product has to be permanently mount ed in an exposed location, it is advis- able to provide a lightning conductor system.
98 GPS1200 Safety Directions The air terminal diameter should be 12 mm for copper or 15 mm for aluminium. The height of the air terminals should be 25 cm to 50 cm. All air terminals should be connected to the down conductors. The di ameter of the air terminal should be kept to a minimum to reduce GPS signal shading.
Safety Directions GPS1200 99 Groundi ng the receiver/antenna a) GPS antenna b) Lightning conductor array c) Antenna/receiver connection d) Metallic mast e) Connection to earth e GPS12_060 d c a b.
100 GPS1200 Safety Directions 7.7 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environ.
Safety Directions GPS1200 101 Caution Disturbances caused by elec tromagnetic radiation can result in erro neous measure- ments. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards whi.
102 GPS1200 Safety Directions Radios, digital cellular phones or ATX1230 with Blue- tooth Use of product with radio, digital cellu l ar phone devices or ATX1230 with Bluetooth: Warning Electromagn.
Safety Directions GPS1200 103 7.8 FCC Statement, Applicable in U.S. Applicability The grayed paragraph below is only applicabl e for products of the GPS1200 System without radio, digital cellular phone devices or Bluetooth.
104 GPS1200 Safety Directions Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli- ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Labelling GPS1200 GPS12_101 T ype: GX... .............. . . .
Safety Directions GPS1200 105 Labelling RX1210 Labelling RX1250 X RX12_023 T ype: RX1210 ....... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
106 GPS1200 Safety Directions Labelling GFU16, GFU17 GPS12_103 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired T ype: GFUXX .
Safety Directions GPS1200 107 Labelling GFU19 TPS12_218 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
108 GPS1200 Safety Directions Labelling internal battery GEB211, GEB221 TPS12_082 .................. ............... ....................... ...................... ................................ .................... ...................... .... .....
Safety Directions GPS1200 109.
11 0 GPS1200 Technical Data 8 Technical Data 8.1 Receiver Technical Data 8.1.1 Tracking Ch aracteristic s of the Receiver GPS technology SmartTrack Satellite reception Receiver channels Supported code.
Technical Data GPS1200 111 Carrier tracking Code measure- ments Condition GX1230/GX1220/ GRX1200 Series GX1210 L1, AS off or on Reconstruct ed carrier phase via C/A code Reconstructed carrier pha se v.
11 2 GPS1200 Technical Data ) Carrier phase and code measurements on L1 and L2 are fully independent with AS on or off. Satellites tracked L2, AS on Carrier phase smooth ed code measurements: Patented.
Technical Data GPS1200 11 3 8.1.2 Acc uracy ) Accuracy is dependent upon various factor s including the number of satellites tracked, constellation geometry, observati on time, ephemeris accuracy, ionospheric disturbance, multipath and resolved ambiguities.
11 4 GPS1200 Technical Data Long baselines with GX1230/GX122 0/GRX1200 Series plus AT504 Short baselines with GX1210 plus AX1201 Differential phase in real-time GX1230/GX1220/GRX1200 Series plus AX1202 Static Horizontal Vertical 3 mm + 0.
Technical Data GPS1200 11 5 8.1.3 Technical Data Dimensions The dimensions are give n for the housing without the so ckets. Weight Receiver weights without battery and radio: Recording Data can be recorded on the CompactFlash card or in the internal memory, if fitted.
11 6 GPS1200 Technical Data Power Battery internal Battery external Operating times The given operating times are valid for • all receiver types except GRX1200 Pro. • receiver plus antenna plus RX1200 wit hout keyboard illumination and w ithout screen heating.
Technical Data GPS1200 11 7 Environmental specifications Temperature Equipmen t Operating time Type Radio Digital cellular phone Static - - 15 h continuously Rover Pacific Crest PDL, receive - 10 h co.
11 8 GPS1200 Technical Data Protection against water, dust and sand Humidity PPS output For GX1200 with PPS/Event option and GR X1200 Pro PPS output characteristics: Type Protection All receivers IP67.
Technical Data GPS1200 11 9 Cable connectivity: Event input For GX1200 with PPS/Event option and GRX1200 Pro Pulse length: 1 ms Leading edge: Coinciding with the beginning of each epoch. Positive/negative edge: Selectable via RX1200. Matched with an appropriate impedance of: 50 Ω Socket: LEMO ERN.
120 GPS1200 Technical Data External oscillator input For GRX1200 Pro External clock input: Frequency: 5 MHz or 10 MHz Input impedance: 50 Ω nominal Input VSWR: 2:1 maximum Signal level: 0 dBm minimum to +13.
Technical Data GPS1200 121 8.2 Antennas Technical Data Description and use The GPS antenna is selected for use based upon the application. The table gives a description and the intended us e of the individual antennas. Dimensions Type Description Use AX1201 L1 Smar tTrack antenna with built in groundplane.
122 GPS1200 Technical Data Connector Mounting Weight Electrical data AX1201/AX1202: TNC female AT504: N female All antennas: 5/8" Whitworth AX1201/AX1202: 0.4 kg AT504 4.3 kg, radome 1.1 kg Type AX1201 AX1202 AT504 Voltage 4.75 to 15 V DC 4.75 to 15 V DC 4.
Technical Data GPS1200 123 Environmental specifications Temperature Protection against water, dust and sand BW, -30 dBi - - 200 MHz max Type AX1201 AX1202 AT504 Type Operating temperature [°C] Storag.
124 GPS1200 Technical Data Humidity Cable length Type Protection AX1201/AX1202 Up to 100 % The effects of condensation ar e to be effectively counter- acted by periodically drying out the antenna. AT504 Up to 92 % The effects of condensation ar e to be effectively counter- acted by periodically drying out the antenna.
Technical Data GPS1200 125 2.8 50 10 70 GRX1200 Pro AT504/AX1202 1.2 30 2.8 50 10 70 Separation distance from receiver ... to antenna Su pplied cable lengths [m] Optional cable lengths [m].
126 GPS1200 Technical Data 8.3 RX1200 Technical Data Control unit Dimensions Weight Display: 1/4 VGA (320 x 240 pixels), monochrome, graphics capable LCD, illumination, optional touch screen Keyboard:.
Technical Data GPS1200 127 Recording For RX1250 X, data can be recorde d on the CompactFlash card . Power Type Capacity [MB] Data capacity CompactFlash card •3 2 • 256 32 MB is sufficient for abou.
128 GPS1200 Technical Data Internal battery Environmental specifications Temperature Protection against water, dust and sand Type Battery Voltage Capacity Operating time, typical RX1250 X Li-Ion 7.
Technical Data GPS1200 129 Humidity Ports Type Protection RX1210/RX1250 X Up to 100 % The effects of condensation ar e to be effectively counter- acted by periodically drying out the RX1210.
130 GPS1200 Technical Data 8.4 Conformity to National Regulations 8.4.1 RX12 50 Confor mity to national regula- tions For RX1250 • FCC part 15, applicable in US • European directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipmen t and telecommunication RX1200 equipment.
Technical Data GPS1200 131 Antenna Type Antenna Gain [dBi] Connector Frequen cy band [MHz] RX1250, Bluetooth Integrated antenna - - -.
132 GPS1200 Technical Data 8.4.2 GFU16, Bluetooth communication Confor mity to national regula- tions • FCC Part 15 (applicable in US) • European Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipment and telecom.
Technical Data GPS1200 133 8.4.3 GFU17, Siemens MC45 Confor mity to national regula- tions • FCC Part 15 and 24 (applicable in US) • European Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equip ment and telecommun.
134 GPS1200 Technical Data Specific Absorp- tion Rate (SAR) The product meets the limits for the maximum permissible exposu re of the guide- lines and standards which are force in this respect.
Technical Data GPS1200 135 8.4.4 GFU19, US CDMA MultiTech MTMMC-C Confor mity to national regula- tions • FCC Part 15, 22 and 24 (applicable in US) • European Directive 1999/5/EC on radio equipmen.
136 GPS1200 Technical Data Specific Absorp- tion Rate (SAR) The product meets the limits for the maximum permissible exposu re of the guide- lines and standards which are force in this respect.
Technical Data GPS1200 137.
138 GPS1200 Index Index A AC, power supply unit ......................................... 20 In Diagram ...................................................... 69 Accuracy ............................................................ 113 Antennas ......
Index GPS1200 139 C Capacity, memory Receiver ....................................................... 115 RX1200 ........................................................ 127 Choicelist ............................................................. 30 Clip-on-housing Attach .
140 GPS1200 Index E Electrical data, antennas ............................ ....... 122 Environmental specifications Antenna ........................................................ 123 Receiver ....................................................... 117 RX1200 .
Index GPS1200 141 Internal power supply .......................................... 20 Internet online status, icon .................................. 34 K Keyboard ............................................................. 26 Keyboard, lock and unlock .
142 GPS1200 Index O OFF button .................................................... 24, 39 OMNI drive .......................................................... 19 ON button .............................. ........................ 24, 39 Operating times .
Index GPS1200 143 Remote control Commands ..................................................... 66 Reference station ........................................... 73 Remote interface ........................................ ......... 74 Remove CompactFlash card .
144 GPS1200 Index Stop bit .................................. .............................. 74 Survey application program ................................. 55 Switching, Leica software and Windows CE ....... 27 System software .................... ..
Index GPS1200 145 W Weight Antennas ...................................................... 122 Receiver ....................................................... 115 RX1200 ........................................................ 126 Windows CE desktop, access .
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