Hardware Eng

Geodimeter Geodat Win
Geodat Win Hardware Manual

Publ.no 571 701 761
Radio Frequency Interference

This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy but may not cause interference to radio
and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device in accordance with the specification in Subpart J of Part 15 FCC Rules and the
EMC directive as stated in 89/336/EEC, which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by switching the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
reorient the receiving antenna
relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver
move the equipment away from the receiver
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commisions helpful:
'How To Identify And Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems'.
This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock
No. 004-000-00345-4.
Modifications
Modifications resulting from technical developments may be in the interest of our customers. Illustrations and specifications are therefore not binding, and are subject to change without prior
notice.
Trademarks
Geodimeter, Geodat, Geotracer and Tracklight are registered trademarks of Spectra Precision
AB. GeoWin and Autolock are trademarks of Spectra Precision AB. Other trademarks mentioned in this publication are the property of their respective owners.
Copyright
by Spectra Precision AB 1998. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in
any form by any means without the written permission of Spectra Precision AB.
First edition
Printed in Sweden 06.96 Publ. No. 571 701 761, Arkitektkopia, ColorCenter.
Table of Contents
Welcome to Geodimeter Geodat Win ..........................1
About this manual....................................................1
How to use this manual............................................2
1. Introduction ..................................................... 5
Inspection & overview ......................................................6
Inspection.................................................................6
Overview ..................................................................6
Controls .............................................................................7
The Geodat Win control unit ..........................................8
Detachable control unit ............................................8
The display ...............................................................9
The keyboard ...........................................................9
Key functions ...........................................................9
Function LED.........................................................13
Special key combinations........................................14
2. Setup............................................................... 15
Powering the Geodat Win unit .....................................16
Configurations .................................................................16
Geodat Win and Geodimeter System 600 ...............17
Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS .............................20
3. Data storage & transmission........................ 23

Data storage ....................................................................24
Data storage medium..............................................24
Data recording .......................................................24
Data transmission ...........................................................25
Serial communication .............................................25
4. Power supply.................................................. 27
Batteries & Adapters ......................................................28
External/Radio Battery ...........................................28
Single Battery Adapter ............................................28
Multi Battery Adapter ............................................28
Backup battery .......................................................29
Support battery ......................................................29
Battery cables ..................................................................29
Multifunctional cable 1m .......................................29
Multifunctional cable 0.4m ....................................30
Multifunctional cable 2.5m ....................................30
Data communication adapter .................................30
Battery charging..............................................................30
Single Charger (571 906 214).................................30
Super Charger (571 906 145) .................................31
Power Unit (571 906 146)......................................31
About charging NiMH (and NiCd) batteries................32
Battery status..........................................................32
5. Technical description.................................... 33
Geodat Win control unit ................................................34
Physical data ..........................................................34
Environmental data ................................................35
Geodat Win peripherals .................................................36
PCMCIA program and data cards ..........................36
Backup battery .......................................................36
Support battery ......................................................36
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6. Care & maintenance ..................................... 39

Overview ..........................................................................40
Cleaning ...........................................................................40
Service intervals ..............................................................40
Backup battery replacement....................................40
Support battery replacement...................................41
Packing for transport ......................................................41
Warranty..........................................................................42
7. Troubleshooting ............................................ 43
Overview ..........................................................................44
Power problem................................................................44
Index .................................................................. 47
III
GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN
Welcome to Geodimeter Geodat Win

Thanks for choosing Geodimeter Geodat Win, Field Control
Unit.
The general idea behind Geodimeter Geodat Win (hereafter
refered to as Geodat Win) is to have a universal control unit
for both total station and GPS/GLONASS instruments. This
will allow you to use the same control unit, along with the
same basic syntax and commands, with any of Spectra Precisions surveying systems.
Geodat Win has been developed into a very powerful, state of
the art control unit. This is the result of Spectra Precisions
many years of experience in creating superior surveying equipment.
Geodat Win uses Windows 95 and basically has the same
functions as an ordinary PC. The application and field calculation software that runs on Geodat Win is called GeoWin
a very flexible and powerful software developed by Spectra
Precision.
About this manual

Chapter 1, Introduction, on page 5 describes the content
of the transport case and gives you an overview of the control unit and accessories of Geodat Win.
Chapter 2, Setup, on page 15 describes how to set up and
connect Geodat Win with different surveying equipment
and peripherals.
Chapter 3, Data storage & transmission, on page 23
describes the different data storage and transmission possibilities of Geodat Win.
Chapter 4, Power supply, on page 27 describes what type

of power sources should be used together with Geodat
Win. It also gives you an overview of Battery chargers,
cables etc.
Chapter 5, Technical description, on page 33 presents
technical data of Geodat Win and its peripherals.
Chapter 6, Care & maintenance, on page 39 deals with
how to maintain Geodat Win in good condition and when
to change backup and support batteries etc.
Chapter 7, Troubleshooting, on page 43 takes up some
minor problems that might occur when using Geodat Win,
and how to solve them.
How to use this manual

The manual for Geodat Win is divided into seven main chapters as described above. It also features an index section at the
end. Use this manual for basic information of how to set up
and get started with Geodat Win.
A separate system manual for GeoWin is also available from
Spectra Precision.
This warning symbol indicates important information that
should be used to avoid errors and/or malfunctions.
This note symbol indicates useful hints and information. Its
always a good idea to read every note thoroughly.
Hyperlinks in pdf format
Sentences or words in magenta color indicate that they are
clickable, i.e they contain a link to a paragraph indicated by
the current sentence/word. This is only available when viewing
the manual with Adobe Acrobat.
If you or your colleagues have any comments about this manual, we would be grateful to hear from you. Please write to:
Spectra Precision AB
Information & Market Communication Dept.
Box 64
SE-182 11 DANDERYD
SWEDEN
or send an e-mail to:
info@spectraprecision.se
You are welcome to visit us on the Internet at:
www.spectraprecision.com
1. Introduction
Inspection & overview .........................................6
Inspection............................................................. 6
Overview.............................................................. 6
Controls ................................................................7
The Geodat Win control unit.............................8
Detachable control unit ........................................ 8
The display........................................................... 9
The keyboard ....................................................... 9
Key functions ....................................................... 9
Function LED..................................................... 13
Special key combinations.................................... 14
1. Introduction
Inspection & overview

Inspection
Inspect the shipping container. If it is received in poor condition, examine the equipment for visible damage. If any damage
is found, immediately notify the carrier and your Spectra Precision sales representative. Keep the container and the packing
material for the carriers inspection.
Overview
Before we begin to describe the controls and operating procedures of Geodat Win, lets have a look at the equipment received:
Touch screen
pointer pen
GEO
Esc
Del
Alt
Geodat Win
control unit
Home
RPU
PRG
STD
TRK
Space
End
Shift
0
Ins
F1
PWR
+
F2
PCMCIA program card
Geodat Win
leather cover
Figure 1.1 Geodat Win equipment.
MNU
Ctrl
F3
A/M
PgUp
6
D
F4
REG
PgDn
Enter
1. Introduction
Controls
Below you will find an overview of the controls of Geodat
Win.
1/4 VGA touch screen
Function LED
GEO
Esc
Del
Alt
Home
MNU
RPU
Ctrl
PRG
STD
TRK
Space
End
Shift
0
Ins
F1
PWR
+
F2
F3
A/M
PgUp
6
D
PgDn
F4
REG
Enter
Touch keys
Card slot
cover lock
Reset button
Card slot B
for data card
(upper)
Card slot A
for program
card (lower)
Card slot
cover
PCMCIA program card

(in slot A)
Hirose power & data

serial ports
Figure 1.2 Controls of Geodat Win.
1. Introduction
The Geodat Win control unit

The Geodat Win control unit is a very powerful surveying
computer. It functions as a control unit for both Geodimeter
total stations and Geotracer GPS/GLONASS receivers. It can
hold a wide range of application software and is designed for
easy handling, rough treatment and high productivity in the
field and office.
Detachable control unit

The Geodat Win control unit can work either as a stand-alone
unit or it can be used in conjunction with Geodimeter total stations or Geotracer GPS systems. You can easily snap the control unit onto the total station as described in Figure 1.3
below.
Never detach the Geodat Win control unit when the total station is switched on. Data might be lost.
To attach Geodat Win,

press the underside of
the control unit against
the metal grip on the
bottom of the alidade.
Then press the top of
the control unit until it
snaps onto the two upper metal grips.
To detach Geodat
Win, press the control
unit down and towards
you.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 1.3 How to attach/detach the Geodat Win control unit (Geodimeter System 600 total stations).
1. Introduction
The display
The display of Geodat Win is a monochrome 1/4 VGA
(320x240 pixels) touch screen. It is made of polyester to guarantee excellent resistance to both mecanical and chemical
stress. It is possible to press the screen with your fingers, but
in most situations it can be hard to select the desired function
due to the size of the soft key area. Therefore, we have supplied a pointer pen for better functionality (see Figure 1.1).
Never use sharp objects to operate the touch screen. It may
damage the the screen.
The keyboard
The keyboard is designed with key functionality similar to a
standard PC keyboard. The keys are of touch type and international symbols are used to indicate key function(s).
Key functions
The function(s) of each key is described below. Since different
control and application software can be used with Geodat
Win, the key description should be considered as very general.
PWR key
PWR
This key turns power on. A short press of this key

when Geodat Win is switched on will result in suspend mode. See more about suspend mode in
Function LED on page 13. To shut off power, press
shift+PWR.
GEO
Use this key to toggle between PC keyboard and

Geo keyboard. The Geo keyboard is used to carry
out commands inside GeoWin.
The Geo key is a one time sticky key, i.e you must
press or hold down this key before each Geo keyboard
command. Otherwise, the keyboard will respond as a
PC keyboard.
GEO key
1. Introduction
Alt
MNU
Ctrl
PRG
F/Alt key
In Geo keyboard mode the F key is used for choosing
functions. In PC keyboard mode it functions as an Alt
key.
MNU/Ctrl key
In Geo keyboard mode the MNU key is used for
choosing menus in GeoWin. In PC keyboard mode
it functions as a Ctrl key.
PRG/Space key
Space
In Geo keyboard mode this key is used for choosing

menus inside GeoWin. In PC keyboard mode it
functions as a Space key.
Shift
Use this key to access the functions written in orange

at the bottom of the numeric keys, i.e Del, Home, arrow up, PgUp, arrow left, arrow right, End, arrow
down, PgDn, Ins and TAB back.
Shift key
F1
+
F2
F3
A/M
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F1/Illumination key
If pressed directly, F1 is activated, bringing up a help
dialog box if available. If preceded by a press on the
Geo key you will be able to set display illumination.
F2//contrast+ key
If pressed directly, F2 () is activated. F2 () brings up
the alpha keyboard on the screen. If preceded by a
press on the Geo key you will be able to increase display contrast.
F3/A/M/contrast key
If pressed directly, F3 (A/M) is activated. F3 (A/M)
starts a measurement. If F3 (A/M) is pressed again, before the measurement is finished, the measurement
will stop. If preceded by a press on the Geo key you
will be able to decrease display contrast. The F3 (A/
M) key has different functions depending on the mode
the system is working in (see GeoWin User Manual).
F4
REG
1. Introduction
F4/REG key
A press on the F4/REG key will register a measurement. Shift+REG will skip a measurement.
TAB key
Use this key to toggle between the controls in the dialog box. Press Shift+TAB to toggle backwards.
ENTER key
Enter
Use this key to accept the current dialog.
Esc key
Esc
,
Del
Use this key to exit current dialog box.
,/Del key
This key will execute a comma. Press Shift+, to perform a delete.
Backspace key
2-face/7/Home key
7
This key is used change measuring face when using a

servo-driven Geodimeter total station (when the system allows positioning). Normally it executes a 7.
Shift+7 will perform Home.
This key is used for horizontal positioning of a servodriven Geodimeter total station (when the system allows positioning). Normally it executes an 8. Shift+8
will perform arrow up.
This key is used for vertical positioning of a servodriven Geodimeter total station (when the system allows positioning). Normally it executes a 9. Shift+9
will perform Page Up.
Home
Horiz. Pos/8/arrow up key
Vert. Pos/9/PgUp key

PgUp
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1. Introduction
RPU
RPU/4/arrow left key
This key is used when controlling a Geodimeter total

station or a Geotracer GPS receiver from a remote
processing unit (when the system allows an RPU to be
used). Normally it will execute a 4. Shift+4 will perform arrow left.
This key is used when setting a temporary horizontal

angle in Geodimeter total stations (when the system
allows). Normally it will execute a 5.
This key is used for horizontal and vertical positioning

of a servo-driven Geodimeter total station (when the
system allows positioning). Normally it executes a 6.
Shift+6 will perform arrow right.
HA L/5 key
Hor.&Vert. Pos/6/arrow right key
STD
1
End
TRK
STD/1/End key
This key is used for setting current instrument in
standard mode (when the system allows). Normally it
executes a 1. Shift+1 will perform End.
TRK/2/arrow down key
This key is used for setting current instrument in
tracking mode (when the system allows). Normally it
executes a 2. Shift+2 will perform arrow down.
D-bar/3/PgDn key
This key is used for setting current instrument in Dbar mode (when the system allows). Normally it executes a 3. Shift+3 will perform Page Down.
This key executes a 0. Shift+0 will perform Ins.
PgDn
0/Ins key
Ins
. key
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This key executes a ..
1. Introduction
- key
This key executes a -.
Function LED
The function LED is situated on the upper
right of the front panel and indicates the current power state of the Geodat Win control
unit. A steady green light indicates power on
and normal operation. Flashing green light inl
dicates suspend mode, i.e the mode that occurs when Geodat Win has been left powered on but not used
for 30 minutes, or after a short press of the PWR button.
Note that the display illumination automatically shuts off
after 30 seconds if the screen or keys havent been touched.
You switch it on again by pressing anywhere on the touch
screen. The illumination shutdown has nothing to do with
the power state.
Battery low or power loss
If main supply voltage should fall below the preset battery
low threshold voltage, or if the power cable is pulled out
during operation, the LED will start flashing red. The
built-in support battery will give you approximately 1
hour (if the support battery is fully charged) to restore the
main power supply. See more about the support battery in
Support battery on page 29.
29.
Suspend mode
If PWR is pressed during normal operation Geodat Win will
enter suspend mode. This is indicated by the function LED
flashing green. Suspend mode is maintained for one hour if no
external battery is connected and for two hours if a fresh external battery is connected. After this time Geodat Win will
shut down and data that hasnt been properly saved might be
lost.
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1. Introduction
To exit suspend mode press PWR. The system will proceed

from exactly where it was before it entered suspend mode.
Special key combinations

The following key combinations are used to execute special
functions in the Geodat Win control unit. Do not use these key
combinations unless you are familiar with them.
MNU
Ctrl
+
MNU
F
Ctrl
Alt
+
Shift
MNU
Ctrl
Del
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Reset (Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Del)
Pressing and holding Ctrl+Alt+Shift+Del will reset the
internal PC card. The reset will cause all of the Geodat
Win setup information to be lost. You can also reset
the Geodat Win control unit by pressing the reset button near the PCMCIA card slot (See Controls of Geodat Win. on page 7.).
2. Setup
Powering the Geodat Win unit ........................16
Configurations....................................................16
Geodat Win and Geodimeter System 600 ........... 17
Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS ......................... 20
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2. Setup
Powering the Geodat Win unit

Geodat Win can be powered in several different ways, depending on the application. If using a Geotracer system, the most
common way is to connect a Spectra Precision External Battery connected to one of the two Hirose connectors on the left
side of the Geodat Win unit (see Figure 2.1). If you are using a
Geodimeter System 600, you can attach the Geodat Win unit
to the instruments alidade. By doing this, Geodat Win is powered via the alidade and doesnt need an extra cable (see Figure
2.1). The entire system is powered via the Hirose connector on
the instrument.
Hirose power and data connectors

on Geodat Win control unit.
Power and data connector on the

Geodimeter System 600 alidade
for supplying the attached Geodat
Win control unit with power and
data.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.1 Different ways of powering the Geodat Win control unit.
Configurations
Geodat Win can be used in numerous configurations, some of
which are described below. There are also other possible con16
2. Setup
figurations than those listed. If you are unsure how to connect

and configure your system, contact your Geodat Win sales
representative.
Geodat Win and Geodimeter System 600

Geodat Win attached to Geodimeter 600
In Figure 2.2 Geodat Win is attached to a Geodimeter System
600 servo total station. The total station is connected to an external battery via a standard Hirose cable. Geodat Win is automatically powered via the total stations alidade. It is also
possible to use only the internal battery/batteries of the total
station for supplying both the Geodat Win unit and the total
station.
Note that you have to connect the power cable to the total station, and not to Geodat Win. Otherwise neither the total station nor the Geodat Win control unit will be powered.
7
4
PWR
CON
A/M
REG
8
5
-/.
MNU
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.2 Basic Geodat Win setup with Geodimeter System 600.
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2. Setup
Detached Geodat Win connected to Geodimeter 600

You can also use Geodat Win to control a Geodimeter System
600 detached from the total station. Simply connect the units
according to Figure 2.3.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.3 Setup including Geodimeter System 600 and a detached

Geodat Win control unit.
Geodat Win in a robotic applicaton

You can also use Geodat Win in a robotic Geodimeter 600
configuration. Cabling can be done according to Figure 2.4.
Note that you have to connect the power cable to the total station, not to the Geodat Win unit. Otherwise neither the total
station nor the Geodat Win control unit will be powered.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.4 Geodat Win attached to a Geodimeter System 600 servo

instrument equipped with an internal radio.
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2. Setup
You can use Geodat Win as control unit on your range pole as
well. Connected to an RMT and a radio unit you will get a
complete RPU (Remote Positioning Unit) for robotic applications. The suggested cable configurations are shown in Figure
2.5.
The total station

set up for robotic
surveying.
8
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
If an ordinary RMT
is used, cabling can
be done this way.
OR
If an RMT600TS is
used, cabling can be
done like this.
Note! If you are using the Holder for
keyboard unit / RS
232 (571 204 242),
you have to connect
the cables to the
holders built-in connectors instead.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.5 Geodat Win set up as a Robotic RPU.
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2. Setup
Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS

Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS in static surveying
Figure 2.6 below shows a common setup where a Geotracer
GPS dual frequency GPS receiver is used in a static surveying
application.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.6 Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS in a static surveying application.
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2. Setup
Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS as reference station

Figure 2.7 below shows a typical setup where a Geotracer GPS
receiver is used as reference station. To increase the power capacity, a Multi Battery Adapter with three External batteries
is used. After starting the reference station, disconnect the Geodat Win control unit and move to the rover station, as described below.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.7 Geodat Win in a Geotracer GPS reference station application.
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2. Setup
Geodat Win and Geotracer GPS as an RTK rover station

Geodat Win can also be used in a Geotracer GPS rover configuration as shown in Figure 2.8.
The RTK reference station

8
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
Figure 2.8 Geodat Win in a Geotracer GPS RTK application.
Figure 2.9 shows another RTK configuration in which a Geotracer GPS single frequency receiver is used.
6
3
PRG
<
ENT
PWR
Connect to A
Figure 2.9 Geodat Win in a Geotracer GPS single frequency RTK application.
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3. Data storage & transmission

Data storage .......................................................24
Data storage medium ......................................... 24
Data recording ................................................... 24
Data transmission ..............................................25

Serial communication ......................................... 25
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Data storage
Data storage medium
Geodat Win uses removable PCMCIA cards for data storage.
These PCMCIA cards are available with memory capacities
from a few megabytes up to a couple of hundred megabytes.
You can choose whatever capacity you like Geodat Win can
handle all currently available sizes. The data card is inserted in
card slot B according to Figure 3.1 below. Card slot A is always used for the program PCMCIA card.
Never remove the program PCMCIA card during operation.
This can result in system errors and loss of data.
Card slot
cover lock
Card slot cover
Card slot B
for data card
(upper)
Card PC
reset button
Card slot A
for program
card (lower)
PCMCIA program
card (in slot A)
Figure 3.1 PCMCIA cards are fitted in the two card slots of the Geodat Win control unit.
Data recording
The recording of data in Geodimeter and Geotracer surveying
systems is based on a general system of labels and label numbers which describe the different data items. The label system
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has approximately 100 different user labels which can all be

registered as separate items from the Geodat Win keyboard, or
recorded using User Definable Sequences available in the additional software UDS. To be able to carry out surveying tasks
on Geodat Win you must use the Windows 95 program GeoWin available from Spectra Precision.
Data transmission
Serial communication
Since Geodat Win uses removable PCMCIA cards for data
storage, it is easy to transfer data between units by just exchanging these cards. Serial communication may be developed
further in the future, but right now only a few applications
work with serial communication (see GeoWin User Manual
for further information).
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4. Power supply
Batteries & Adapters.........................................28
External/Radio Battery ....................................... 28
Single Battery Adapter........................................ 28
Multi Battery Adapter ........................................ 28
Backup battery ................................................... 29
Support battery .................................................. 29
Battery cables.....................................................29
Multifunctional cable 1m ................................... 29
Multifunctional cable 0.4m ................................ 30
Multifunctional cable 2.5m ................................ 30
Data communication adapter ............................. 30
Battery charging ................................................30

Single Charger (571 906 214)............................. 30
Super Charger (571 906 145) ............................. 31
Power Unit (571 906 146).................................. 31
About charging NiMH (and NiCd) batteries...32

Battery status...................................................... 32
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4. Power supply
Batteries & Adapters

External/Radio Battery
The External NiMH 12 V, 3.5 Ah Battery
(Part No. 571 204 270), which is also common to other Spectra Precision products, is
connected either via the Single Adapter (Part
No. 571 204 256) or Multi Adapter (Part
No. 571 204 273) described below and
standard Hirose cables. The battery also fits
directly on the External Radio.
Single Battery Adapter

The Single Adapter (Part No.
571 204 256) is used when you want
to connect the external NiMH battery
(Part No. 571 204 270) to instruments via standard Hirose cables. The
adapter slides onto the upper side of
the External Battery. The adapter has
two Hirose contacts and a bracket for
attaching it to a tripod.
Multi Battery Adapter

The Multi Adapter (Part
No. 571 204 273) is used to
connect up to three External NiMH Batteries (Part
No. 571 204 270) to instruments via standard Hirose
cables. The adapter slides
onto the upper sides of the
External Batteries. The adapter has 2+2 Hirose contacts and a
bracket for attaching it to a tripod. Three External Batteries
will result in a total capacity of 10.5 Ah.
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4. Power supply
Backup battery
A 3 V lithium battery is used as backup battery. The backup
battery is needed to hold the setup in the Card PC. For information about replacement see Backup battery replacement on page 40.
Support battery
An 8.4 V, 100-120 mAh NiCd battery is used as support battery. The purpose of the support battery is to maintain the supply voltage until a controlled shutdown has been carried out in
case of sudden main supply voltage disappearance.
A fully charged support battery will supply power to Geodat
Win for approximately 1-2 hours. During this time you have
to change main power source (to a fully charged heavy duty
battery, for example). Charging time for a flat support battery
is around 1.5 hours under ideal conditions (12 V input voltage, room temperature and a support battery in good condition). The support battery is charged automatically from the
main power source.
It is not possible to carry out surveying or processing tasks on
Geodat Win from the support battery alone you always have
to use an external main power source such as a heavy duty battery or a power supply. For information about replacement of
the support battery see Support battery replacement on
page 41.
41.
Battery cables
The multifunctional cable is required if an External Battery is
used or when connecting different Spectra Precision devices
with each other. The different types of cables are listed below:
Multifunctional cable 1m
Part no. 571 202 188, for connecting the Geodat Win control
unit or the Geodimeter/Geotracer instrument to an external
battery via the Single or Multi Adapter or to another control
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4. Power supply
unit or instrument. Used for both power and data transmission. Length: 1.0m.
Multifunctional cable 0.4m

Part no. 571 208 043, same as the above cable. Length: 0.4m.
Multifunctional cable 2.5m

Part no. 571 202 216, same as the above cable. Length: 2.5m.
Data communication adapter

Part No. 571 202 204, PC Adapter Hirose/DB9, for connecting the Geodat Win control unit or the Geodimeter/Geotracer
instrument to a computer and a Power Supply or an external
battery using the Single or Multi Battery Adapter.
Battery charging
Spectra Precision AB produces special NiMH and NiCd battery chargers which should always be used when charging
Spectra Precision batteries.
The system contains the following different types of units:
Single Charger (571 906 214)

A 230 or 115 VAC single battery
charger. The charger has a single
output that can handle one NiMH
External Battery (571 204 270) or
one NiCd 7 Ah battery (External
heavy duty battery 571 202 194).
Use together with Power Cable
571 908 050 (100-115V),
571 908 051 (230V) or 571 908 052 (230V, UK plug), and
Charger Cable 571 208 018 (for the 7Ah battery) or
571 208 020 (for other batteries).
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4. Power supply
Super Charger
(571 906 145)
A microprocessor
controlled charger for
sequential charging of
up to four Spectra
Precision NiMH or
NiCd batteries. It is
run with 10-30VDC
and is fitted with a connector to suit both 19mm and 12mm
cigarette lighter sockets. It shall only be used together with
Spectra Precision's Power Unit (571 906 146) or connected directly to a cigarette lighter socket. The ambient temperature
while charging should be between 0C and +40C. Use together with Charger Cable 571 208 018 (for the 7Ah battery)
or 571 208 020 (for other batteries).
WARNING!!! The Super Charger should be connected to a
cigarette lighter socket, or used together with Power Unit
571 906 146 only! Other power units or charging converters
must never be used together with Super Charger.
Power Unit (571 906 146)

A 90-260 VAC power supply for
use together with Super Charger
(571 906 145). The Power Unit is
equipped with a cigarette lighter
socket and two Hirose connectors
for system cabling. Use together
with Power Cable 571 905 924 (230V), 571 905 925 (100115V) or 571 908 040 (230V, UK plug).
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4. Power supply
About charging NiMH (and NiCd) batteries

Charging time for a discharged NiMH (or NiCd) battery is approximately 14-16 hours (considerably shorter using Super
Charger). The temperature while charging should be above
+5C but should not exceed room temperature (0 to +40C for
Super Charger). The condition of the battery will be better preserved if it is used until the Geodat Win unit indicates "Bat
Low" and the automatic cut-out function is activated. Discharge of stored batteries can vary considerably, depending on
the quality of the individual cells, especially at higher temperatures. It is therefore recommended to recharge batteries if
they have been stored for a longer period than two weeks.
Battery status
When using Geodat Win with the program GeoWin it is
possible to view current battery status on the screen. However
there are some remarks to be made:
The discharge curve for NiMH and NiCd batteries may
vary a lot with the condition of the battery. Because of this
the time between a fully charged battery and battery low
will vary between a brand new battery and an old one. It
will also vary depending on what charging method has
been used and which type of battery is being used.
A battery which is taken directly from the charger may
show a full battery indication even if the battery is not
fully charged.
From this we recommend you to note the following:
The battery status should be considered only as a coarse indication of the connected battery's remaining capacity.
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5. Technical description
Geodat Win control unit...................................34
Physical data ...................................................... 34
Environmental data ............................................ 35
Geodat Win peripherals....................................36

PCMCIA program and data cards ...................... 36
Backup battery ................................................... 36
Support battery .................................................. 36
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Geodat Win control unit

Physical data
Dimensions
GEO
Esc
Del
Alt
Home
MNU
PgUp
RPU
Ctrl
PRG
STD
TRK
Space
End
Shift
0
Ins
F1
PWR
+
F2
F3
A/M
PgDn
F4
REG
Enter
40.5 mm
194 mm
Figure 5.1 Physical dimensions of Geodat Win control unit.
Weight
0.8 kg.
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118 mm
Power supply
Geodat Win is run on 12 VDC and can use a number of different power sources.
Use only power supplies and batteries recommended by Spectra Precision. See more about power supply in chapter 4.
Power supply on page 27.
27.
Power consumption
Normal operation with display illumination on: 0.65 A.
Standby mode with display illumination on: 0.50 A.
Suspend mode (no display illumination): 0.13 A.
Environmental data
Temperature range
20C to +50C during operation.
40C to +70C for storage.
Moisture/water resistance
Geodat Win is tested and complies with the regulations as stated in IEC 68-2-30, Test Db, which states full functionality in
relative humidity of 95-100% for a test period of 6 days.
Geodat Win also complies with the regulations as stated in
IEC 529 and MIL-STD-810E, Method 506.3 Rain, regarding
protection against water/rain.
EMC
The Geodat Win control unit has been type
tested and complies with the regulations for a
Class B digital device in accordance with the
specification in Subpart J of Part 15 FCC
Rules and the EMC directive as stated in
89/336/EEC. To indicate this the Geodat Win control unit carries the CE symbol.
ESD
Complies with the specifications in IEC 801-2.
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Geodat Win peripherals

PCMCIA program and data cards
Geodat Win uses standard PCMCIA cards to run programs
from and exchange data with. Geodat Win runs with either
one or two PCMCIA cards at a time. The cards can be of different types and with different capacities: SRAM with up to a
few megabytes, flash memory with up to 170 Mb and as hard
disks with up to 510 Mb.
Never remove the PCMCIA program card during operation.
This can result in system errors and loss of data.
Backup battery
A 3 V lithium battery is used as backup battery. The backup
battery is needed to hold the setup in the Card PC. See
Backup battery replacement on page 40 for recommended
replacement intervals.
Support battery
An 8.4 V, 100-120 mAh NiCd battery is used as support battery. The purpose of the support battery is to maintain the supply voltage until a controlled shutdown has been carried out in
case of sudden main supply voltage disappearance.
A fully charged support battery will supply power to Geodat
Win for approximately 1 hour. During this time you have to
change main power source (to a fully charged external battery,
for example).
The support battery is charged automatically from the main
power source. Charging time for a flat support battery is
around 1.5 hours under ideal conditions (12 V input voltage,
room temperature and a support battery in good condition).
Recharging of the support battery commences as soon as the
Geodat Win control unit is switched on. See Support battery
replacement on page 41 for recommended replacement intervals.
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It is not possible to carry out surveying or processing tasks on

Geodat Win from the support battery alone you always have
to use an external main power source such as an external battery or a power supply.
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6. Care & maintenance

Overview.............................................................40
Cleaning ..............................................................40
Service intervals .................................................40
Backup battery replacement ............................... 40
Support battery replacement............................... 41
Packing for transport.........................................41

Warranty ............................................................42
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Overview
Geodat Win is designed and tested to withstand field conditions, but like other precision instruments, it requires care and
maintenance.
Avoid rough jolts and careless treatment.
When the control unit is not being used, keep it in its protective case.
Warning: Geodat Win is designed to withstand normal electromagnetic disturbance from the environment. However, the
instrument contains circuits sensitive to static electricity (ESD)
(ESD)
and the instrument cover must never be removed by unauthorized personnel. If the cover has been opened by unauthorized
personnel, the function of the instrument cannot be guaranteed and the instrument warranty becomes invalid.
Cleaning
Use a a dry cloth to remove dust and dirt from the Geodat Win
control unit. If needed, use a damp cloth with a mild detergent
such as soap to remove stains etc.
Never use strong detergents such as benzine, alcohol ect. This
can severely damage the Geodat Win control unit.
Service intervals
Backup battery replacement
A warning message will be displayed during start-up if the
backup battery is older than 3 years.
You should send your Geodat Win control unit to an authorized Spectra Precision service shop for replacement of the
backup battery.
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Support battery replacement

You should send your Geodat Win control unit to an authorized Geodat Win service shop for replacement of the support
battery once a year or when needed.
Packing for transport

The Geodat Win control unit should always be transported in
its protective case.
For shipment to a service shop, the names of the sender and receiver should always be specified clearly on the transport case.
If sending the instrument for reapair or other service work, a
note describing fault, symptoms or requested service should always be enclosed in the transport case.
In the transport case for the Geodimeter System 600 instrument there is also room for a Geodat Win unit (see figure below).
Note that you must detach the Geodat Win unit from the Geodimeter instrument before putting it in the case.
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Warranty
Spectra Precision AB guarantees that the Geodat Win control
unit has been inspected and tested before delivery. The length
of the warranty is stated in Warranty Conditions. All enquiries
regarding the warranty should be adressed to your local Geodimeter representative.
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7. Troubleshooting
Overview.............................................................44
Power problem ..................................................44
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7. Troubleshooting
Overview
The aim from Spectra Precision during the design phase and
manufacturing of surveying equipment is, and has always
been, to create supreme quality, high performing products.
Geodat Win is no exception. We always aim for 0% return frequency. Nevertheless, problems with complex technologies
can always occur, even though we do our utmost to minimize
them. The following will describe some problems that might
occur, and how to best solve them.
Power problem
Symptom
The Geodat Win control unit does not switch on as you press
the PWR button.
Probable causes
A. The power cable is not properly connected.
B. The battery is drained.
C. When attached to a Geodimeter 600 total station, you
connected the power cable to one of the Hirose connectors
of the Geodat Win control unit instead of to the total station.
D. You have cascade connected Geodat Win after too many
other units, which can result in too large voltage drops.
Actions
A. Check the power cable connections.
B. Change to a fully charged battery.
C. Connect the power cable to the total station.
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7. Troubleshooting
D. Try connecting the power directly to Geodat Win using,

for example, a Hirose connector from the power source.
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Index
Index
data
recording 24
storage 24
storage media 24
transmission 25
display 9
Adapter 28
adapter 28
multi 28
PC 30
single 28
B
battery
backup 29, 36
replacement 40
cables 29
charging 30
NiCd 32
Power Unit 31
Single Charger 30
Super Charger 31
external heavy duty 28
external/radio 28
low 13
status 32
support 29, 36
charging time 36
replacement 41
E
EMC 35
directive 2
ESD 35, 40
G
Geodat Win
attach/detach on GDM 600
8
configurations 16
control unit 6, 8
environmental data 35
physical data 34
controls 7
display 9
equipment 6
keyboard 9
reset 14
Geodimeter configurations 17
Geotracer GPS configurations
20
cleaning 40
configurations
Geodimeter 600 17, 18
Geotracer 20
Geotracer rover 22
H
hyperlinks 2
K
key
- 13
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Index
,/Del 11
. 12
0/Ins 12
2-face/7/Home 11
backspace 11
D-bar/3/PgDn 12
ENTER 11
Esc 11
F/ALT 10
F1/Illumination 10
F2/alpha/contrast+ 10
F3/A/M/contrast- 10
F4/REG 11
GEO 9
HA L/5 12
hor. & vert. pos./6/arrow 12
horiz. pos/8/arrow 11
MNU/CTtrl 10
PRG/Space 10
PWR 9
RPU/4/arrow 12
Shift 10
special combinations 14
STD/1/End 12
TAB 11
TRK/2/arrow 12
vert. pos/9/PgUp 11
key functions 9
L
LED 13
M
manual
about this... 1
how to use 2
hyperlinks 2
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moisture/water resistance 35
P
packing for transport 41
PCMCIA
data card 24, 36
program card 6, 24, 36
physical dimensions 34
pointer pen 6
power consumption 35
power problem 44
power supply 35
powering Geodat Win 16
R
reset 14
S
service intervals 40
symbols
key 9
note 2
warning 2
T
temperature range 35
troubleshooting 44
W
warranty 42
weight 34

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Radio Frequency Interference

3. Data storage & transmission........................ 23

6. Care & maintenance ..................................... 39

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Welcome to Geodimeter Geodat Win

Welcome to Geodimeter Geodat Win

About this manual

Welcome to Geodimeter Geodat Win

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Chapter 4, Power supply, on page 27 describes what type

How to use this manual

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Welcome to Geodimeter Geodat Win

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Inspection & overview

PCMCIA program card

Figure 1.1 Geodat Win equipment.

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

PCMCIA program card

Hirose power & data

Figure 1.2 Controls of Geodat Win.

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

The Geodat Win control unit

Detachable control unit

To attach Geodat Win,

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

This key turns power on. A short press of this key

Use this key to toggle between PC keyboard and

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

In Geo keyboard mode this key is used for choosing

Use this key to access the functions written in orange

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Use this key to accept the current dialog.

Use this key to exit current dialog box.

This key is used change measuring face when using a

Horiz. Pos/8/arrow up key

Vert. Pos/9/PgUp key

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

RPU/4/arrow left key

This key is used when controlling a Geodimeter total

This key is used when setting a temporary horizontal

This key is used for horizontal and vertical positioning

Hor.&Vert. Pos/6/arrow right key

This key executes a 0. Shift+0 will perform Ins.

This key executes a ..

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

This key executes a -.

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

To exit suspend mode press PWR. The system will proceed

Special key combinations

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Powering the Geodat Win unit

Hirose power and data connectors

Power and data connector on the

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

figurations than those listed. If you are unsure how to connect

Geodat Win and Geodimeter System 600

GEODIMETER GEODAT WIN

Detached Geodat Win connected to Geodimeter 600

Figure 2.3 Setup including Geodimeter System 600 and a detached