OPERATOR'S MANUAL

AUTOMATIC LEVEL

31830 90073
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FOREWORD

Thank you for selecting the TOPCON instrument.

• Please read this operator’s manual carefully
before using this instrument.
• Verify that all equipment is included.
C“ STANDARD SYSTEM COMPONENTS”
(p. v)
• The specifications and general appearance of
the instrument are subject to change without
prior notice and without obligation by Topcon
Corporation and may differ from those
appearing in this manual.
• Some of the diagrams in this manual may be
simplified for easier understanding.

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HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL
XSymbols
The following conventions are used in this manual.

G : Indicates precautions and important items

which should be read before operations.
: Indicates the chapter title to refer to for
C additional information.

$ : Indicates supplementary explanation.

[SET] : Indicates operating keys.

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All other company and product names featured in this
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CONTENTS
FOREWORD ......................................................... i
HOW TO READ THIS MANUAL ........................... ii
CONTENTS ......................................................... iii
STANDARD SYSTEM COMPONENTS ............... v
1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION...... 1
2. PRECAUTIONS............................................... 5
3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS ............ 8
3.1 Names of Parts ........................................ 8
3.2 Display ................................................... 10
„ Battery level ....................................... 10
3.3 Operating Keys ...................................... 11
4. PREPARATION ............................................. 12
4.1 Installing Batteries................................. 12
4.2 Setting Up the Instrument ...................... 13
4.3 Setting Up the Staff ................................ 14
„ Reading the staff ................................ 14
„ Setting Up the Staff ............................ 15
4.4 Focusing and Sighting............................ 16
„ Before using the instrument ............... 16
„ Focusing when taking measurements .... 17
4.5 Power ON............................................... 18
4.6 Modes .................................................... 19
5. MEASUREMENT [MEASUREMENT MODE] .... 20
5.1 Height / Distance.................................... 20
„ Repeat measurement for height and
distance.............................................. 20
5.2 Height Difference ................................... 21
„ Repeat measured distance of height

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 difference ........................................... 22
„ Display of Height Difference............... 24
„ Measurement from the ceiling............ 25
5.3 Using the Instrument as an Automatic Level
(When not using digital reading) ............ 25
6. SETTING UP [SETTING MODE]................... 26
6.1 Setting Up Display Unit .......................... 26
6.2 Setting Up Automatic Power OFF.......... 27
6.3 Setting Up Single / Repeat Measurement..... 29
7. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS [CHECK AND
ADJUSTMENT MODE].................................. 31
7.1 Adjusting the Circular Level ................... 31
7.2 Adjusting the Cross-line ......................... 32
„ Soft adjustment .................................. 32
„ Mechanical adjustment ...................... 37
8. ERROR.......................................................... 39
„ What to do when an error message
appears .............................................. 39
9. STORAGE IN THE CASE ............................. 40
„ Diagram of storage case .................... 40
10.STAFF TYPES .............................................. 41
11.REGULATION ............................................... 42
12.SPECIFICATIONS......................................... 44
13.ERROR CHART ............................................ 47

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STANDARD SYSTEM COMPONENTS
1) ORION+ instrument........................................... 1
2) AA-size dry cell batteries .................................. 2
3) Barcode tape staff ............................................. 1
4) Hexagonal wrench ........................................... 1
5) Vinyl cover ........................................................ 1
6) Cleaning cloth ................................................... 1
7) Carrying case ................................................... 1
8) Operator’s manual ............................................ 1
9) Warranty card.................................................... 1

• Please make sure that all of above items are in the

box when you unpack.

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1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION
For the safe use of the product and prevention of injury
to operators and other persons as well as prevention of
property damage, items which should be observed are
indicated in this operator’s manual by WARNING and
CAUTION indications.
The definitions of the indications are listed below. Be
sure you understand them before reading the manual's
main text.

Definition of Indication

Ignoring this indication and

making an operation error could
C WARNING possibly result in death or
serious injury to the operator.
Ignoring this indication and
making an operation error could
C CAUTION possibly result in minor injury or
property damage.

This symbol indicates items for which caution

J (hazard warnings inclusive) is urged. Specific
details are printed in or near the symbol.
This symbol indicates items which are
D prohibited. Specific details are printed in or
near the symbol.
This symbol indicates items which must
I always be performed. Specific details are
printed in or near the symbol.

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1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

GENERAL

C WARNING

Do not perform disassembly or rebuilding.

G Fire, electric shock or burns could result.

Do not use the unit in areas exposed to high

amounts of dust or ash, in areas where there
D is inadequate ventilation, or near combustible
materials. An explosion could occur.

Never look at the sun through the telescope.

D Loss of eyesight could result.

Do not look at reflected sunlight from a prism

D or other reflecting object through the
telescope. Loss of eyesight could result.

When securing the instrument in the carrying

case make sure that all catches, including the
E side catches, are closed. Failure to do so
could result in the instrument falling out while
being carried, causing injury.

C CAUTION

Do not use the carrying case as a footstool.

D The case is slippery and unstable so a person
could slip and fall off it.

Do not place the instrument in a case with a

D damaged case or belt. The case or instrument
could be dropped and cause injury.

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 1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

TRIPOD

C CAUTION

When mounting the instrument to the tripod,

tighten the centring screw securely. Failure to
E tighten the screw properly could result in the
instrument falling off the tripod causing injury.

Tighten securely the leg fixing screws of the

tripod on which the instrument is mounted.
E Failure to tighten the screws could result in the
tripod collapsing, causing injury.

Do not carry the tripod with the tripod shoes

D pointed at other persons. A person could be
injured if struck by the tripod shoes.

Keep hands and feet away from the tripod

E shoes when fixing the tripod in the ground. A
hand or foot stab wound could result.

Tighten the leg fixing screws securely before

carrying the tripod. Failure to tighten the
E screws could lead to the tripod legs extending,
causing injury.

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1. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE OPERATION

STAFF

C WARNING

Do not use under thunderous weather

D conditions. Staff is conductive and if struck by
lightning, death or injury could result.

Handle with care when using near high

voltage cables or transformers. Staff is
E conductive and contact could result in electric
shock.

Power Supply

C WARNING

Do not heat or throw batteries into fire. An

H explosion could occur, resulting in injury.

C CAUTION

Do not touch liquid leaking from batteries.

F Harmful chemicals could cause burns or
blisters.

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2. PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL
• The ORION+ is a precision instrument. Avoid severe
shocks or vibration.
• Be careful when removing the instrument from its case.
• Do not place the instrument directly on the ground.
• Never carry the instrument on the tripod to another site.
• Always turn the instrument off and remove the battery
before storing the instrument in its case.
• When the instrument is placed in the carrying case, see
"Diagram of storage case".C9. STORAGE IN THE
CASE (p. 40)
• Consult your local dealer before using the instrument
under special conditions such as long periods of
continuous use or high levels of humidity. In general,
special conditions are treated as being outside the scope
of the product warranty.

MAINTENANCE
• Wipe off moisture completely if the instrument gets
wet during survey work.
• Always clean the instrument before returning it to the
case. The lens requires special care. Dust it off with
the lens brush first, to remove tiny particles. Then,
after providing a little condensation by breathing on
the lens, wipe it with the supplied cleaning cloth or
lens tissue.
• If the display is dirty, carefully wipe it with a soft, dry
cloth. To clean other parts of the instrument or the
carrying case, lightly moisten a soft cloth in a mild
detergent solution. Wring out excess water until the
cloth is slightly damp, then carefully wipe the surface
of the unit. Do not use any alkaline cleaning solutions,

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2. PRECAUTIONS

alcohol, or any other organic solvents on the

instrument or display.
• Store the instrument and accessories in a dry room
where the temperature remains fairly constant.
• If any trouble is found with the screws or optical parts
(e.g. lens), contact your local dealer.
• Always close the case when empty to protect the
interior from humidity and dust.
• Regular checking and adjustment is recommended to
maintain instrument precision.

EXCEPTIONS FROM RESPONSIBILITY

• The user of this product is expected to follow all
operating instructions and make periodic checks
(hardware only) of the product’s performance.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no
responsibility for results of faulty or intentional usage
or misuse including any direct, indirect, consequential
damage, or loss of profits.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no
responsibility for consequential damage, or loss of
profits due to any natural disaster, (earthquake,
storms, floods etc.), fire, accident, or an act of a third
party and/or usage under unusual conditions.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no
responsibility for any damage (change of data, loss of
data, loss of profits, an interruption of business etc.)
caused by use of the product or an unusable product.
• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no
responsibility for any damage, and loss of profits
caused by usage different to that explained in the
operator’s manual.

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 2. PRECAUTIONS

• The manufacturer, or its representatives, assumes no

responsibility for damage caused by incorrect
operation, or action resulting from connecting to other
products.

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3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

3.1 Names of Parts

3
1
4
2
5
6

7
8 11
9 12

10 13
14
15

1 Circular level
2 Objective lens
3 Notch sight
Use for coarse adjustment of the orientation of the
instrument.
4 Battery cover
5 Horizontal circle
6 Horizontal circle positioning ring
You can rotate the horizontal scale while the instrument
is fixed in position.
Use to align benchmarks with 0°, 90, 180, 270,etc.
7 Reticle adjusting screw and screw cover
Use this screw to mechanically adjust the reticle.

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 3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

8 Keyboard
C3.3 Operating Keys (p. 11)
9 Eyepiece
Adjust the reticle focus to suit your eyesight.
10 Display
Display the menu screen or measured values.
C3.1 Names of Parts (p. 8)
11 Focusing knob
Use this knob to focus on the staff.
12 Measure key
(Appears as [MEAS] in this manual.)
C3.3 Operating Keys (p. 11)
13 Horizontal fine motion knobs
Use these knobs to finely adjust the instrument's
horizontal position.
14 Leveling foot screw
15 Base plate

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3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

3.2 Display

Height / Distance measurement

Height difference measurement
Setting Mode
Check and adjustment mode
Battery level

Staff level display

(To raise)
Unit display
C6.1 Setting Up
Display Unit (p. 26)
Staff level display
(To lower)
With display: Repeat measurement
Without display: Single measurement
Distance: 11.13 m
Height:1.968m

„ Battery level
Battery level display shows the remaining in the
battery.
Short push the key to display battery level while
the power is ON.
Ample power for operation

Ample power for operation

Power remaining for operation

Near power depletion.

Please replace with new batteries.

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 3. NOMENCLATURE AND FUNCTIONS

3.3 Operating Keys

Key Display or Name Function

Long push: Turns the power ON /
OFF.
Short push: Displays battery level

Switches the display backlight ON/

OFF

• Selects operations
[MENU] • Recovers from an error screen
In the measurement mode:
Toggles distance/height
measurement and height difference
[H/Dif] measurement

In the setting mode:

Returns to the previous screen
• Toggles the measurement mode
[SET] and setting mode
• Confirms set items
Starts or stops measurement
[MEAS] (Side of the unit)

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4. PREPARATION

4.1 Installing Batteries

1 Push down the section of

the battery cover specified
in the diagram at the left.

2 Open the cover.

3 Remove the cover.

4 Install batteries.
*1), *2), *3)

5 Close the battery cover.

Push the battery cover until
you hear a click.

*1 Always replace both batteries at the same time.

Do not mix old and new batteries.
*2 Use alkali batteries. (Batteries for operation check are included
in the package.) It is possible to use nickel cadmium or nickel
hydride batteries; however, service life will differ.
*3 Generally, battery performance will weaken at low temperature.
However, this is only temporary and the performance will
recover when the temperature rises to the normal operational
range.

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 4. PREPARATION

4.2 Setting Up the Instrument

1 Set up the tripod.

Spread the tripod legs about the same distance apart
so that the tripod head is approximately level. Tread
the tripod shoes firmly into the ground.
2 Mount the instrument on the tripod.
Hold the instrument on the tripod head and tighten the
centering screw.
3 Level the instrument.
Spherical head tripod:Loosen the centering screw and slide
the instrument across the tripod head
until the bubble is centered in the
circular level. Tighten the centering
screw.

Flat head tripod: Extend or push in the tripod legs until

the bubble is centered in the circular
level. When the bubble is more or less
centered, turn the leveling foot screws
until the bubble is exactly centered in
the circle.When you turn a screw
clockwise, raising the instrument, the
bubble will move toward the position
of that screw.

G
The compensator's operational range is ±12' however, an
error message will not be displayed when the range is
exceeded. Please make sure that the leveling operation is
performed accurately.
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At a correctly adjusted level, horizontal level
is maintained by the automatic correction
mechanism provided that the bubble is
within the circle.

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4. PREPARATION

4.3 Setting Up the Staff

Simply focus on the RAB code and press the [MEAS] key
for an automatic reading of the staff. The following explains
how to read the RAB code of the staff.
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• RAB code (Random Bi-directional code) is dedicatedly
used for our own automatic levels.
• The barcode tape staff is a coded staff dedicatedly used
with ORION+.

„ Reading the staff

G
• Set up the staff in an area free of obstacles.
• Avoid placing the staff next to mirror-like surfaces. The
effect of strong light could make measurement
impossible.
• Support the staff so that it is perpendicular, checking the
circular bubble scope on the staff. If the staff is tilting,
height and distance measurements will be incorrect.
• If the surface is catching the light, turn it just enough to
stop the reflection.

Turn a few degrees

to the left or right.

RAB code side Barcode tape

of the staff staff

• Make sure shadows are not cast on the staff as this could
make measurement impossible.

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 4. PREPARATION

• When holding the staff during measurement, make sure

your hand does not cover the RAB code.
• If dark locations make measurement difficult, shine a
flashlight on the staff. Stand at a distance so that the beam
shines evenly over the length of the staff.
• If waterdrops or dirt adhere to the barcode, measurement
may be impossible.
Wipe the staff clean with a soft cloth.
• Clean the staff if grit or dirt gets stuck between the
sections. If the staff is dirty, measurements will not be very
accurate.
• Avoid scratching or soiling the barcode surface as this
could make measurement impossible. Store and carry the
staff inside its case.
• If direct sunlight or strong light enters the eyepiece during
operation, measurement may not be performed.
([ 1 ] (Measurement error) or [ 4 ] (Too bright) will be
displayed) C8. ERROR (p. 39)
Shield the eyepiece from the light source using your body
or cover the eyepiece with your hand. Measurement can
be performed when the eyepiece is shielded.
• If the equipment is subjected to shock or vibration during
use, measurement may not be possible. Resume
measurement under more stable conditions.

„ Setting Up the Staff

1 Connect the staffs correctly by making sure the
numbers on the numeric scale side of the staffs run
in unbroken order.
2 Set the foot plate on the ground so that the staff will
not sink.
3 Keeping an eye on the circular bubble scope on the
staff, set the staff in the foot plate so that it stands
up straight.
4 Turn the barcode scale toward the instrument.

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4. PREPARATION

4.4 Focusing and Sighting

„ Before using the instrument

Turn the eyepiece to adjust the eyepiece image.

1 Using the gunsight, aim the objective lens toward

the staff.
2 Gradually turn the eyepiece outward, stopping just
before the reticle cross-lines become blurred.

3 Turn the horizontal fine motion knobs until the staff

is nearly centered in the field of view, then turn the
focusing knob to focus on the staff.

4 Looking through the telescope, shift your eyes

slightly up and down and to each side.
5 If the staff and reticle show no deviation, the
instrument is ready for use.If the staff and reticle
deviate, return to step 2.

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G
If the cross-line blurs, or deviation occurs at step 5, errors
will occur when taking measurements. Always make sure
the instrument is correctly focused.

„ Focusing when taking measurements

1 Using the gunsight, aim the objective lens toward
the staff.
2 Turn the horizontal fine motion knobs until the staff
is nearly centered in the field of view, then turn the
focusing knob to focus on the staff.

G
If the staff barcodes are out of focus, they will not be
readable and measurements cannot be taken. Make sure
they are correctly focused.

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4. PREPARATION

4.5 Power ON

1 Press the power switch.

Height / Distance Measurement screen will be

displayed.
The previously measured height and distance will be
displayed.

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At the time of initial use, height and distance will not be
displayed.

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 4. PREPARATION

4.6 Modes

Procedures to change modes are as follows:

Power ON

Measurement Mode Setting Mode

Height / Distance measurement Display unit setting

Automatic power OFF setting

Height difference measurement

Single / Repeat measurement setting

Version display

Software Version
Printed Circuit Board Number

$
Method for Version Display:
Press the [SET] key while in the measurement mode.

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5. MEASUREMENT [MEASUREMENT MODE]

5.1 Height / Distance

In the status mode you can sight point A, take the staff
reading (h), and measure the horizontal distance (d) to the
staff.

d
There are two measurement methods: single and repeat.
Below is the method for repeat measurement, as an
example.

„ Repeat measurement for height and distance

Setting up Single/Repeat Measurement
C6.3 Setting Up Single / Repeat Measurement
(p. 29)
This setting will also apply to the height/distance and
height difference.

1 Select Height / Distance measurement.

C4.5 Power ON (p. 18)

2 Collimate the staff A.

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3 Press the [MEAS] key. Repeat measurement will

begin.

Height (h) and distance (d) will be displayed with

each measurement.
4 To end measurement, press the [MEAS] key again.

Measurement will end and the last values will be

displayed.

5.2 Height Difference

This function measures the difference in height between the

standard point (Point A) and measured point (Point B).
At this time, the up and down directions to set the standard
point are shown with directional marks.
Move the staff to measure the Point B at the same height as
the standard point A.

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5. MEASUREMENT [MEASUREMENT MODE]

There are two methods of measurements: single and

repeat. Below is the method for repeat measurement, as an
example.

„ Repeat measured distance of height difference

Setting up Single/Repeat Measurement
C4.5 Power ON (p. 18)
• Measure height / distance for standard point A.
1 Select Height / Distance measurement.
C4.5 Power ON (p. 18)
2 Set up the staff at the standard point A.
3 Collimate the staff and press the [MEAS] key.
Repeat measurement will begin.

4 Press the [MEAS] key.

The measured value of the standard point A is
determined.

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• Continue height difference measurement

5 Press the [H/Dif] key.
At this time, the measured value in the procedure 4
(EX: 1.312m) will be stored in the unit as the
standard value for the height difference.

6 Set up the staff at the standard point A.

7 Collimate the staff.
8 Press the [MEAS] key.
Repeat measurement of height difference will
begin.

Height difference being measured

The results are as follows:

H: Standard point: 1.312 m
d: Difference between the standard and measured
points: 0.026 m
Staff position: It is higher than the standard point.
Lower the staff.

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9 Using the directional marks set the staff so the

height difference (d) to the standard point is 0.

10 To end measurement, press the [MEAS] key again.

„ Display of Height Difference

The directional marks on the right screen show
the direction of movement of the staff to the standard
point.

Height of standard 26 mm higher 38 mm higher

point than the standard than the standard
(1.312 m) point, so raise point, so raise
26 so raise 38 so lower

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„ Measurement from the ceiling

To measure the height from the ceiling or from
under the joint, turn the staff upside down vertically.

Height of standard 26 mm higher than 38 mm higher than

point (1.312 m) the standard point, the standard point,
so raise so raise
26 so lower 38 so raise

5.3 Using the Instrument as an Automatic Level (When not using digital reading)

By using the numeric scale side of the staff, you can use the
ORION+ as an automatic level (When not using digital
reading). Simply focus on the staff and read the scale.

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6. SETTING UP [SETTING MODE]

6.1 Setting Up Display Unit

1 Turn ON the power.
The measurement mode is displayed.

2 Press the [MENU] key.

The screen will switch to the setting mode and the
display unit setting screen (dISPLAy UnIT) will be
displayed.

3 Press the [SET] key.

The current display unit, which is meters, will be
displayed. Press the [MENU] key to change to feet.

4 Press the [MENU] key.

Feet /inch units will be displayed.

5 Press the [SET] key to complete.

6 Press the [H/Dif] key to return to the original screen.

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Please refer to the following table for display unit and
accuracy.

Display Display Accuracy in Accuracy in

unit value measurement/ check/
height adjustment
difference mode
mode
m Reading/ 1mm 0.1mm
(meter) Height
difference
Horizontal 1cm 1cm
distance
ft Reading/ 0.01ft 0.001ft
(feet) Height
difference

Horizontal 0.02ft 0.02ft

distance
f.i Reading/ 1/8inch 1/8inch
(feet/ Height
inch) difference

Horizontal 1/8inch 1/8inch

distance

6.2 Setting Up Automatic Power OFF

1 Turn ON the power.

The measurement mode is displayed.

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2 Press the [MENU] key.

3 Press the [MENU] key.
The automatic power OFF setting screen (AUTO P-
OFF) will be displayed.

4 Press the [SET] key.

The current setting will be displayed.
On: The power will turn off automatically
approximately 30 minutes after the last key
operation.
OFF: Stops the automatic power OFF function.

5 Press the [MENU] key to select the setting.

[MENU]

6 Press the [SET] key to complete.

This setting will remain after the power is turned
OFF.
7 Press the [H/Dif] key to return to the original screen.

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6.3 Setting Up Single / Repeat Measurement

1 Turn ON the power.

The measurement mode is displayed.

2 Press the [MENU] key.

3 Press the [MENU] key again.
Single/Repeat setting screen (SELECT rEPEAT)
will be displayed.

4 Press the [SET] key.

The current setting will be displayed.
*The default setting is single measurement.
rEPEAT OFF: single measurement
rEPEAT ON: repeat measurement

5 Press the [MENU] key to select the setting.

[MENU]

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6 Press the [SET] key to complete.

7 Press the [H/Dif] key to return to the original screen.

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7. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS [CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT MODE]
Always check and adjust before use to ensure accurate
measurements.
G
Make sure the instrument is securely set up and stable
before performing checks and adjustments.

7.1 Adjusting the Circular Level

Check that the bubble remains centered in the circular level.
Adjust if the bubble shifts position.
1 Adjust the leveling foot screws until the bubble is
centered in the circle.
2 Turn the instrument 180°.
The bubble should not shift from the center. If the
bubble does move, adjust as follows:
3 Compensate for one-half of the shift by adjusting
the leveling foot screws.

Adjust with the leveling

foot screw

4 Eliminate the remaining shift by turning the circular

level adjusting screws with the hexagonal wrench
until the bubble is centered.

Adjusting screws
Adjust with the level
adjusting screw

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5 Turn the instrument 180°.

If the bubble stays in the center, adjustment is
completed. If the bubble moves, repeat steps 3 and
4.

7.2 Adjusting the Cross-line

„ Soft adjustment
1 Turn ON the power while simultaneously pressing
the [MENU] key.The check / adjustment mode is
displayed.

2 Set the equipment at the center (Point A) of the

staff a and b.

3 Collimate the staff a and press the [MEAS] key.

The measured distance of Aa will be displayed.

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Pressing the [MENU] key will switch the screen over to

the distance display for Aa.

Pressing the [MEAS] key will repeat measurement at

the same collimation.
4 Press the [SET] key.
The measurement value for Aa (1.5064m) will be
stored.

5 Collimate the staff b and press the [MEAS] key.

The measurement value for Ab will be displayed.

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7. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS [CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT MODE]

Pressing the [MENU] key will switch the screen over to

the distance display for Ab.

Pressing the [MEAS] key will repeat measurement at

the same collimation.

6 Press the [SET] key.

The measurement value for Ab (1.3887m) will be
stored.

The display below indicates a setup error with

differences in the distance between Aa and Ab
exceeding 1 m. Turn OFF the power and restart the
check / adjustment from the beginning.

7 Set the instrument at approximately 3 meters away

from the staff a (Point B).
Approximately 3 meters

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8 Collimate the staff a after turning it 180° and press

the [MEAS] key.
The measured distance of Ba will be displayed.

Pressing the [MENU] key will switch the screen over to

the distance display for Ba.

Pressing the [MEAS] key will repeat measurement at

the same collimation.

9 Press the [SET] key.

The measurement value for Ba (1.4005 m) will be
stored.

10 Collimate the staff a and press the [MEAS] key.

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11 Collimate the staff b and press the [MEAS] key.

The measured distance of Bb will be displayed.

Pressing the [MENU] key will switch the screen over to

the distance display for Bb.

Pressing the [MEAS] key will repeat measurement at

the same collimation.

12 Press the [SET] key.

The difference (dIFFEr) obtained from the 4
measurements will appear.

The display below indicates an adjustment error. Turn

OFF the power and restart the check / adjustment from
the beginning.

The display below indicates a collimation error with

differences in the distance of Ba exceeding the distance
of Bb.Press the [H/Dif] key and start over from the step
8.

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13 Press the [SET] key.

The adjusted measurement is set in the instrument.

The adjusted reading (1.2828 m) for the staff b is

displayed.
14 Turn over the staff b.
15 Align the reticle cross-lines of the instrument to the
reading (1.2828 m).
16 Turn OFF the power. The adjustment has been
completed.

„ Mechanical adjustment
1 Collimate the barcode face of the staff b from the
position B and measure with the instrument.

2 Turn the staff 180° from the position B, collimate the

scale face of the staff b, and take a visual reading.

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7. CHECKS AND ADJUSTMENTS [CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT MODE]

3 If the difference between the measurements taken

at steps 1 and 2 is 2 mm or more, adjust as
described below.
If the difference is less than 2mm, the following steps
are not necessary.
4 Remove the adjusting screw cover and insert a
hexagonal wrench in the adjusting screw.
Hexagonal wrench

Adjusting screw
cover

5 Turn the adjusting screw, then repeat steps 1 and 2.

Adjust so that the difference between the two
measurements is less than 2 mm.
If the measurement at step 2 is larger than the
measurement at step 1, lower the cross-line by slightly
loosening the adjusting screw.If the measurement at
step 2 is smaller than the measurement at step 1, raise
the cross-line by slightly tightening the adjusting screw.
6 Close the adjusting screw cover.

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8. ERROR
The table below shows the error messages displayed by the
instrument.

Example:

Error number [1]: Measurement error

Error Number Type of error

[1] Measurement
[2] Vibration
[3] Too dark
[4] Too bright
[5] Too close
[6] Too far

„ What to do when an error message appears

After the above state has been resolved,
• During repeat measurement: automatically resumes
measuring operation
• During single measurement: Press the [MEAS] key.

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9. STORAGE IN THE CASE
„ Diagram of storage case

AA size dry cell battery Barcode tape staff

Leveling ORION+ Operator’s manual

foot screw Cleaning cloth
Vinyl cover
Notch
Hexagonal wrench

$
• When storing the instrument in the storage case, align the
positions of the leveling foot screw and notch on the case.
• Batteries included in the package are to confirm the initial
operation.Their quality (including service life) is not
guaranteed.

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10. STAFF TYPES

Staff Material Length / Surface Note

treatment
5.0 m (5 positions)

BAS55 Aluminum Front surface: RAB cord Retractable

Back surface: Scale
marks
6.01yd

Stainless Front surface: RAB cord

BCS25 (2 m) Tape
steel
Back surface: Scale
marks

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11. REGULATION
Region/Country: U.S.A.
Directives/Regulations: FCC Class A
FCC Compliance
WARNING:
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful inter-ference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: AT-100D/AT-124D
Trade Name: TOPCON CORPORATION

Manufacturer
Name: TOPCON CORPORATION
Address: 75-1, Hasunuma-cho, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, 174-8580
JAPAN
Country: JAPAN

U.S.A. Representative
Responsible party: TOPCON POSITIONING SYSTEMS,INC.
Address: 7400 National Drive Livermore, CA94551, U.S.A
Telephone number: 925-245-8300

Region/Country: Canada
Directives/Regulations: ICES Class A
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la Class A respecte toutes les exigences du
Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du

Canada.

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 11. REGULATION

Region/Country: EU
Directives/Regulations: EMC-Class B

Directives/Regulations: WEEE Directive

Directives/Regulations: EU Battery Directive

Region/Country: Australia
Directives/Regulations: C-Tick

Region/Country: Republic of Korea

Directives/Regulations: KC-ClassA

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12. SPECIFICATIONS

Telescope
Length 206mm
Objective aperture Ø30mm
Magnification AT-100D 20x
AT-124D 24x
Image Erect
Resolving Power 4.5"
Field of view 1°20' or more
Minimum collimation distance 0.9m
Stadia ratio 1:100
Stadia additive constant (mm) 100
Measurement
Horizontal circle Arc-minute 90°
Measuring range Height 0 to 5m
(With BAS55)
0 to 2m
(With barcode
tape staff)
Distance 2.0 to 50m
(With BAS55)
0.9 to 30m
(With barcode
tape staff)
Minimum display Height 1mm
Distance 1cm
Accuracy
(With BAS55) Height
Electronic 2.0mm at 30m
Measurement away

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 12. SPECIFICATIONS

Visual 2.0mm at 30m

Measurement away
Distance
Electronic Less than 10m:
Measurement ±10mm or less
10m to 50m:
±0.30% x D and
under
(D: measured
distance)
Visual Distance: not
Measurement prescribed
Measurement Measurement (Height /
Mode Distance) /
(Height
difference)
Procedure Single / Repeat
(Accuracy)
(Selectable)
Measurement time Single / Repeat (Accuracy)
Within about 2 sec. (At favorable
condition)
Automatic Magnetic damping and
compensator pendulum mechanism

Compensation ±12'
range
Power
Power 2 x AA size dry cell batteries
(alkaline)
Battery state 4 levels
indicator
Working duration Approx. 120 hours (at 20°C)
(One measurement per 5 sec.)

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12. SPECIFICATIONS

General
LCD 7 digits X 2 lines segment display
(With illuminator)
Keyboard 6 keys
(5 keys on front pane; 1 key on
side panel)
Auto Power OFF
ON : power OFF if
not used for 30
min.
OFF : power not turn
OFF
automatically
Circular level 8'/2mm
sensitivity
Operating -20~50°C
temperature range
Storage -30~70°C
temperature range
Water resistance IEC 60529
IP55 (Category 2)
Dimensions Width (W) 123mm
Length (L) 206mm
Height (H) 137mm
Weight 1.3kg (with battery)

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13. ERROR CHART
This is the Error Number Chart.
Cut it off and paste it on the upper area of the
instrument.

Error Type of error

Number
[1] Measurement
[2] Vibration
[3] Too dark
[4] Too bright
[5] Too close
[6] Too far

Error Type of error

Number
[1] Measurement
[2] Vibration
[3] Too dark
[4] Too bright
[5] Too close
[6] Too far

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