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Trimble R7/R8 GPS Receiver
User Guide
Version 2.10 (R7), 2.11 (R8)
Revision A
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June 2004
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by Trimble; (ii) the operation of the Product or
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addition to, Trimble's standard specifications for
its products; (iii) the unauthorized modification or
use of the Product or Software; (iv) damage
caused by accident, lightning or other electrical
discharge, fresh or salt water immersion or spray;
or (v) normal wear and tear on consumable parts
(e.g., batteries).
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The Bluetooth module inside your receiver is a
radio-modem transmitter and receiver.
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND
NONINFRINGEMENT. THE STATED EXPRESS
Regulations regarding the use of the radio-
modems vary greatly from country to country. In
some countries, the unit can be used without
obtaining an end-user license. Other countries
require end-user licensing. Consult your local
communications governing agency for licensing
information.
WARRANTIES ARE IN LIEU OF ALL
OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES ON THE PART
OF TRIMBLE ARISING OUT OF, OR IN
CONNECTION WITH, ANY PRODUCTS OR
SOFTWARE. SOME STATES AND
JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS
ON DURATION OR THE EXCLUSION OF AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Before operating this receiver, determine if
authorization or a license to operate the unit is
required in your country. It is the responsibility of
the end user to obtain an operator’s permit or
license for this receiver radio-modem for the
location or country of use.
TRIMBLE NAVIGATION LIMITED IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OPERATION OR
FAILURE OF OPERATION OF GPS SATELLITES
OR THE AVAILABILITY OF GPS SATELLITE
SIGNALS.
STATEMENT ACCORDING FCC PART 15.19
Limitation of Liability
TRIMBLE’S ENTIRE LIABILITY UNDER ANY
PROVISION HEREIN SHALL BE LIMITED TO
THE GREATER OF THE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU
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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.
Type Approval
Type approval, or acceptance, covers technical
parameters of the equipment related to emissions
that can cause interference. Type approval is
granted to the manufacturer of the transmission
equipment, independent from the operation or
licensing of the units. Some countries have unique
technical requirements for operation in particular
radio-modem frequency bands. To comply with
those requirements, Trimble may have modified
your equipment to be granted Type approval.
Unauthorized modification of the units voids the
Type approval, the warranty, and the operational
license of the equipment.
STATEMENT ACCORDING FCC PART 15.21
Modifications not expressly approved by Trimble
could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
STATEMENT ACCORDING FCC PART 15.105
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
Safety
EXPOSURE TO RADIO FREQUENCY
RADIATION
You must maintain a minimum separation distance
of 20 cm (approximately 8 in.) between yourself
and the radiating GSM antenna for this device to
satisfy the RF Exposure requirements of the FCC.
For mobile operation, the maximum gain of the
GSM antenna must not exceed 0 dBi.
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Trimble R7 GPS Receiver
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Bottom panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setup Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Environmental conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Sources of electrical interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
General guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Postprocessed Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
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Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Configuring the Receiver in Real Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Configuring the Receiver Using Application Files . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Application Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Configuring the internal 900 MHz radio setup. . . . . . . . . . 76
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Physical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Positioning Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
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Enabling and configuring event marker input . . . . . . . . . . 100
Trimble R8 GPS Receiver
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
COCOM Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
13 Setting up the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
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15 Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Configuring the Receiver in Real Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Configuring the Receiver Using Application Files . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Application Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Special application files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
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Configuring the internal transceiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
Default behavior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Power up settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
19 Cables and Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Port 1 and 2 Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Power/Serial Data Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
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Common Message Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
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RTCM Output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
RTCM Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Message Scheduling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
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C H A P T E R
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Introduction
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Welcome to the Trimble R7/R8 GPS Receiver User Guide. This
manual describes how to install, set up, and use a Trimble® R7 or
Trimble R8 GPS receiver.
Even if you have used other Global Positioning System (GPS)
products before, Trimble recommends that you spend some time
reading this manual to learn about the special features of this product.
If you are not familiar with GPS, visit our website for an interactive
look at Trimble and GPS at:
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www.trimble.com
Trimble assumes that you are familiar with the Microsoft®
Windows® operating system and know how to use a mouse, select
options from menus and dialogs, make selections from lists, and refer
to online help.
1.1
Related Information
An electronic copy of this manual is available in portable document
format (PDF) on the Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and 5800 GPS
Receiver CD. Use Adobe Reader to view the contents of this file.
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Other sources of related information are:
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Release notes – the release notes describe new features of the
product, information not included in the manual, and any
changes to the manual. They are provided as a PDF on the CD.
Use Adobe Reader to view the contents of the release notes.
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Registration – register your receiver to automatically receive
e-mail notifications of Trimble R7 receiver firmware upgrades
and new functionality. To register, do one of the following:
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Run the Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and 5800 GPS
Receiver CD.
Register electronically via the internet by completing the
form and submitting.
Print the registration form that is on the CD, fill it in, and
fax or mail it to the address shown.
Contact your local Trimble Dealer for more information about
the support agreement contracts for software and firmware, and
an extended warranty program for hardware.
•
Trimble training courses – consider a training course to help
you use your GPS system to its fullest potential. For more
information, visit the Trimble website at
www.trimble.com/training.html
1.2
Warnings and Cautions
Always follow the instructions that accompany a warning or a caution.
WARNING – Alerts you to a situation that is likely to cause serious
personal injury, irreparable damage to equipment, or unrecoverable data
loss.
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Caution – Alerts you to a hazard or an unsafe practice that could cause
injury or property damage.
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1.3
Technical Assistance
If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the
product documentation, contact your local Distributor. Alternatively,
request technical support using the Trimble website at:
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www.trimble.com/support.html
1.4
Your Comments
Your feedback about the supporting documentation helps us to
improve it with each revision. E-mail your comments to
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2.1
Introduction
This chapter introduces the Trimble R7 GPS receiver. This receiver is
designed for GPS surveying applications. The receiver features
one-touch logging for ease of use, and five LEDs that let you monitor
the survey in progress and the available battery capacity.
The Trimble R7 tracks GPS satellites on both the L1 and L2
frequencies to provide precise position data for land survey
applications. The receiver records GPS data on an internal
CompactFlash card and makes all data available through serial or USB
ports.
You can use the Trimble R7 alone by logging data internally, or as part
of the GPS Total Station® system, which logs GPS data from the
receiver to a Trimble controller running the Trimble Survey
Controller™ or Trimble Survey Pro™ software.
2.2
Features
The receiver provides the following features:
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Trimble R-track technology, which allows the receiver to track
the L2 Civil signal (L2C)
Centimeter-accuracy real-time positioning with RTK/OTF data,
and up to 10 Hz position updates
Submeter-accuracy real-time positioning using pseudorange
corrections
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Adaptive dual-frequency RTK engine
WAAS/EGNOS capability (Wide Area Augmentation
System/European Geo-Stationary Navigation System)
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Automatic OTF (on-the-fly) initialization while moving
1PPS (One Pulse Per Second) output
Dual event-marker input
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USB port for data transfer
Type I CompactFlash card for data storage
Internal charging of batteries (no external battery charger
required)
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Three RS-232 serial ports for:
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NMEA output
RTCM SC-104 input and output
Trimble Format (CMR) input and output
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Two TNC ports for connecting to the GPS and radio antennas
2.3
The Trimble R7 is designed to withstand the rough treatment that
typically occurs in the field. However, the receiver is a high-precision
electronic instrument and should be treated with reasonable care.
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WARNING – Operating or storing the receiver outside the specified
temperature range can damage it. For more information, see Physical
specifications, page 80.
High-power signals from a nearby radio or radar transmitter can
overwhelm the receiver circuits. This does not harm the instrument,
but it can prevent the receiver electronics from functioning correctly.
Avoid using the receiver within 400 meters of powerful radar,
television, or other transmitters. Low-power transmitters such as those
used in cellphones and two-way radios normally do not interfere with
receiver operations.
For more information, contact your local Trimble distributor.
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2.4
COCOM Limits
The U.S. Department of Commerce requires that all exportable GPS
products contain performance limitations so that they cannot be used
in a manner that could threaten the security of the United States. The
following limitations are implemented on the Trimble R7 receiver.
Immediate access to satellite measurements and navigation results is
disabled when the receiver’s velocity is computed to be greater than
1000 knots, or its altitude is computed to be above 18,000 meters. The
receiver continuously resets until the COCOM situation is cleared.
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In this chapter:
Q Introduction
Q Parts of the Receiver
Q Setup Guidelines
Q Postprocessed Setup
Q Pole-mounted Setup
Q Backpack Setup
Q Other System Components
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3.1
Introduction
This chapter provides general setup information, connection
Trimble R7 receiver.
3.2
Parts of the Receiver
All operating controls, ports, and connectors on the receiver are
located on its four main panels, as shown in Figure 3.1. This section
provides a brief overview of the features of each of these panels.
Top
panel
Front
panel
Rear
panel
Bottom
panel
Figure 3.1
Panels on the Trimble R7 receiver
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32.1
Front panel
Figure 3.2 shows the front panel of the Trimble R7. This panel
contains the five indicator LEDs, the two buttons, and the catch for the
CompactFlash/USB door.
Buttons
t
2
3
Indicator LEDs
CompactFlash/
USB door catch
Figure 3.2
Front panel
The two buttons control data logging, data management, power, and
settings. For more information, see Button Functions, page 38.
The indicator LEDs show the status of logging, power, satellite
tracking, and radio reception. For more information, see LED
Behavior, page 39.
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32.2
Rear panel
Figure 3.3 shows the rear panel of the Trimble R7. This panel contains
a slot for attaching the receiver catch lock, and the catches for the two
battery compartments on the bottom panel. The catch lock should
already be attached to your receiver.
Receiver
catch lock
Battery
compartment
catches
Figure 3.3
Rear panel
To mount the receiver on a pole, you need to attach the receiver
bracket to the pole and insert the catch lock into the bracket. For more
information, see Pole-Mounted Setup, page 22.
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32.3
Top panel
Figure 3.4 shows the top panel of the Trimble R7. This panel contains
the three power/serial data ports and (TNC) ports for GPS and radio
antenna connections.
Power/serial data ports
1
2
3
GPS antenna
Top panel
Radio antenna
TNC ports
Figure 3.4
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Each port on the top panel is marked with an icon to indicate its main
function.
Table 3.1
Icon
Trimble R7 receiver ports
Name
Connections
Port 1
Port 2
Port 3
GPS
Trimble controller, event marker, or computer
Power in, computer, 1PPS, or event marker
External radio, power in
GPS antenna
RADIO
Radio communications antenna
The power/serial data ports are all 7 pin 0-shell Lemo connectors.
Both Port 2 and Port 3 can accept external power. For information on
default port settings, see Default Settings, page 85. For information on
connector pinouts, see Cables and Connectors, page 91.
The TNC port connectors are color-coded for easy system setup.
Connect the yellow GPS antenna cable to the yellow TNC port marked
GPS, and connect the blue Range Pole antenna (RPA) cable to the blue
TNC connector marked RADIO. For more information on connecting
the Trimble R7 system, see the following sections in this chapter.
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32.4
Bottom panel
Figure 3.5 shows the bottom panel of the Trimble R7. This panel
contains the USB port, the CompactFlash port, and the compartments
for the two internal batteries.
CompactFlash/
USB door
CompactFlash port
Internal battery
USB port
Internal battery
compartment
Figure 3.5
Bottom panel
The CompactFlash/USB door conceals the CompactFlash port and
USB port. To open the door, push the catch on the front panel down.
WARNING – When no USB cable is connected, or when using the
receiver in a harsh environment, keep this door closed to keep moisture,
dust, and dirt out of the ports. The temperature rating of the receiver
applies only when all doors on the receiver are closed.
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3.3
Setup Guidelines
Consider the following guidelines when setting up the Trimble R7.
33.1
Environmental conditions
Although the Trimble R7 has a waterproof housing, reasonable care
should be taken to keep the unit dry. Avoid exposure to extreme
environmental conditions, including:
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•
•
•
Water
Heat greater than 65° C (149° F)
Cold less than –40° C (–40° F)
Corrosive fluids and gases
Avoiding these conditions improves the receiver performance and
long-term reliability.
33.2
Sources of electrical interference
Avoid the following sources of electrical and magnetic noise:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Gasoline engines (spark plugs)
Televisions and PC monitors
Alternators and generators
Electric motors
Equipment with DC-to-AC converters
Fluorescent lights
Switching power supplies
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33.3
General guidelines
The following guidelines apply whenever you set up your receiver for
operation:
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When plugging in a Lemo cable, make sure that the red dots on
the receiver port and the cable connector line up. Never use
force to plug cables in, as this may damage the connector pins.
•
When disconnecting a Lemo cable, grasp the cable by the
sliding collar or lanyard and pull the cable connector straight
out of the port. Do not twist the connector or pull on the cable
itself.
•
•
To securely connect a TNC cable, align the cable connector
with the receiver receptacle and thread the cable connector onto
the receptacle until snug.
Insert the internal batteries with the battery contacts facing the
CompactFlash/USB door. The undersides of the batteries have a
center groove for alignment when being inserted into the
receiver.
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3.4
Postprocessed Setup
For a postprocessed survey, you only need:
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•
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the Trimble R7 receiver
a Zephyr™ or Zephyr Geodetic antenna
a GPS antenna cable
Other equipment, as described below, is optional.
To set up the Trimble R7 for a postprocessed survey:
1. Set up the tripod with the tribrach and antenna adapter over the
survey mark.
Instead of a tripod, you can use a range pole with a bipod.
However, Trimble recommends that you use a tripod for greater
stability.
2. Mount the antenna on the tribrach adapter.
3. Use the tripod clip to hang the receiver on the tripod.
4. Connect the yellow GPS antenna cable to the Zephyr antenna.
5. Connect the other end of the GPS antenna cable to the yellow
TNC port on the receiver.
6. If external power is required, connect a battery with a 0-shell
Lemo connection to Port 2 or Port 3 on the receiver.
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Figure 3.6 shows the Trimble R7 receiver postprocessed setup.
Figure 3.6
Postprocessed setup
Note – Instead of hanging the receiver on the tripod, you can place the
receiver in its base case. Run the antenna cable out of the portal in the
side of the base case to the antenna so that the case can stay closed
while the receiver is running.
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3.1
Pole-Mounted Setup
To mount the Trimble R7 on a pole, you need to do the following:
1. Mount the eRTK™ Range Pole antenna (RPA).
2. Mount the receiver.
3. Mount the Trimble controller.
This section provides detailed instructions on each of these three steps.
Mounting the Range Pole antenna (RPA)
To mount the RPA on the pole:
1. Install the RPA bracket 7.5 cm (3") from the pole top by placing
the two pieces together and securing with screws. If you are
using a 1" diameter pole, place the bracket inserts inside the
bracket before securing.
Note – You can use a quarter-wave whip (“rubber duck”)
antenna attached directly to the receiver instead of the RPA.
2. Connect the yellow TNC-to-TNC GPS cable and run it through
the RPA bracket clips where it is labeled on the bracket. Make
sure that the right-angle connector is at the top.
Note – The cable must be routed inside the RPA, through the
bracket, or it will affect the RPA radio reception performance.
3. Align the TNC connector on the RPA with the GPS antenna
cable on the bracket, and while feeding the cable through the
RPA, slide the RPA onto the bracket until it clicks.
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Figure 2.7 shows the Trimble R7 receiver pole-mounted setup.
GPS antenna
cable
RPA
TNC port
(aligned over
antenna cable)
RPA
bracket
Pole
Figure 3.7
RPA and bracket
4. Mount the Zephyr antenna on the range pole.
5. Connect the GPS antenna cable. Make sure that the GPS cable
is not hanging over the top of the RPA.
6. Connect the blue TNC-to-TNC radio cable to the RPA.
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Mounting the Trimble R7 receiver
To mount the receiver on the pole:
1. Attach the receiver bracket to the pole:
a. Place the bracket against the pole, approximately 0.5 m
from the ground.
Note – If you are using a 1" diameter pole, flip the black
insert around inside the bracket, as shown in Figure 3.8.
11
/4" pole
Bracket insert
Bracket
1" pole
Figure 3.8
Receiver bracket insert
b. Close the gates of the bracket around the pole.
c. Seat the base of the clip lock in the opposite gate.
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d. Lock the clip lock.
If the clip lock is too tight to be locked, turn it one or two
turns counterclockwise and try again. If it is too loose, turn
it one or two turns clockwise and try to lock it again.
2. Mount the receiver on the bracket:
a. Pull the bracket side locks in towards the pole.
b. Set the receiver catch lock in the bracket.
c. Holding the receiver in the bracket, pull the side locks back
to their original positions, as shown in Figure 3.9.
Gates
Clip lock
Side locks
Figure 3.9
Trimble R7 receiver bracket
3. Connect the blue TNC radio communications cable to the blue
TNC port on the receiver. If necessary, adjust the position of the
receiver to remove cable slack.
4. Connect the yellow TNC GPS antenna cable to the yellow TNC
port on the receiver. If necessary, adjust the position of the
receiver to remove cable slack.
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Mounting the TSC1/TSCe controller
To mount the TSC1™/TSCe™ controller on the pole:
1. Mount the controller bracket on the pole:
a. Place the bracket against the pole at a comfortable height.
b. Rotate the clamping screw on the bracket pole until tight.
c. Place the controller into the cradle assembly and tighten
the clamping mechanism.
d. Any cables running down the pole should be run through
the machined groove on the inside of the controller
bracket.
e. Position the controller in the preferred position for
operation by pressing the spring-loaded release button on
the cradle, pulling the assembly outward, and rotating the
cradle assembly to the desired angle. Reseat the cradle in
the proper position by lining up the alignment pins and
pushing inward until the release button locks.
2. Connect one end of the 2 ft 0-shell to 0-shell Lemo cable to the
TSC1/TSCe controller.
3. Connect the other end of the Lemo cable to Port 1 on the
receiver.
4. Place the hand grip below the controller bracket (or above it,
depending on the position of the bracket), with the cables
running through the grip.
5. Secure any loose cables, using the velcro cable ties.
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Figure 2.10 shows the pole-mounted setup.
Zephyr antenna
RPA
Velcro tie
TSC1 / TSCe bracket
Hand grip
Figure 3.10 Pole-mounted setup
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3.1
Backpack Setup
Both the whip and RPA antennae are suitable for use in a backpack.
The RPA is installed in the same manner as for the pole-mounted setup
(see Pole-Mounted Setup, page 22).
Tip – The RPA is tuned for operation with the GPS antenna cable running
through it. Operating it from a backpack may reduce its operating range.
Trimble recommends that you use the whip antenna.
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To set up the Trimble R7 for use in a backpack:
1. Insert the receiver into the backpack with the ports on the top
panel facing upwards and the front panel facing outwards.
Secure the receiver around the middle with the velcro strap.
2. Attach the Zephyr™ antenna to a range pole.
3. Attach the whip antenna mount to one of the fittings on the top
of the backpack.
4. The backpack has a feedthrough on both sides at the top and on
both sides near the bottom to allow cables to be positioned out
of the way of the main zipper. Run the radio communications
cable through at the top, and connect it to the blue TNC port on
the receiver.
5. Connect the straight end of the yellow GPS cable to the yellow
TNC port on the receiver.
6. Run the right-angle connector on the yellow GPS cable through
the top or side slot on the backpack, and connect it to the
Zephyr antenna.
7. Connect one end of the 6 ft 0-shell to 0-shell cable to Port 1 on
the receiver.
8. Run the 0-shell cable through the side slot of the backpack and
connect it to the TSC1/TSCe controller.
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3.1
Other System Components
This section describes optional components that you can use with the
Trimble R7 receiver.
31.1
Radios
Radios are the most common data link for Real-Time Kinematic
(RTK) surveying. The Trimble R7 receiver is available with an
optional internal radio in either the 450 or 900 MHz UHF bands. You
can also connect an external radio to Port 3, whether the internal radio
is installed or not.
The Trimble R7 supports the following Trimble base radios when
using the internal receiver radio:
•
•
•
•
•
•
TRIMMARK™ 3
TRIMMARK IIe
TRIMTALK™ 450S
SiteNet™ 450
SiteNet 900
Trimble R8 internal transmitter (base)
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Internal Radio Setup
You can configure the Trimble R7 optional internal radio using any of
the following:
•
•
•
the GPS Configurator software
the WinFlash software
the Trimble Survey Controller software
For more information, refer to the GPS Configurator Help, the
WinFlash Help, or the Trimble Survey Controller User Guide.
By default, the internal UHF radio has only a few frequencies
installed. Use WinFlash to configure additional frequencies. For more
information, see Adding frequencies for the 450 MHz internal radio,
page 74.
External Radio Setup
To use an external radio with the Trimble R7 receiver, you need an
external power source for the radio.
To set up a Trimble R7 using an external radio:
1. Connect one end of the yellow GPS antenna cable to the yellow
TNC port on the receiver.
2. Connect the other end of the GPS antenna cable to a Zephyr or
Zephyr Geodetic antenna.
3. Connect the external radio to Port 3 on the receiver.
4. Connect a radio antenna to the external radio.
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Figure 3.12 shows a TRIMMARK 3 connected to a Trimble R7
receiver.
To antenna
To power supply
Figure 3.12 Connecting an external radio
5. Connect an external power source to Port 2 on the receiver.
Note – External rover radios must have their own power source
because the internal Lithium-Ion batteries do not supply enough
voltage. Alternatively, supply external power to port 2 of the
receiver, and enable power out on port 3.
Base radios must have their own power source because of their
high power consumption.
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Alternatively, you can apply external power directly to the
radio, if it supports it.
You can use a 10 Ah battery, a 6 Ah battery, or camcorder
batteries. The choice of power supply depends on the
application, and whether you are using the radio as a reference
or rover radio. For more information about the power
capabilities of the Trimble R7, see Batteries and Power,
page 45.
6. Configure the external radio using Trimble Survey Controller.
Alternatively, you can configure a TRIMMARK 3 radio using
WinFlash or the configuration software supplied with the radio.
For more information, refer to the Trimble Survey Controller
User Guide or the appropriate Help.
7. Set up any other equipment as required, depending on whether
you are using the radio as a reference or a rover radio.
30.1
Cellular modems
You can use a cellular modem instead of a radio as your data
communications link. Cellular modems and other radio links can be
used to extend the limits of your surveys.
To connect a cellular modem to a Trimble R7 receiver, you need the
following:
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•
A Trimble R7 receiver
A custom-designed cellular modem, or a cellphone that can
transmit and receive data
•
•
Serial (cellphone to DB9) cable (supplied with the cellular
modem or phone)
Trimble DB9 to 0-shell Lemo cable
Note – This cable is suitable only if flow control can be disabled
on the cellular modem. If the cellular modem does not support
this functionality, a special cable is required. For more
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information, refer to the document Using Cellular and CDPD
Modems for RTK, which is available from your local Trimble
Distributor.
Figure 3.13 shows the components required to connect a cellphone to
a Trimble R7 receiver.
DB9 to Lemo cable
Serial cable
Figure 3.13 Connecting a cellphone
For more information on using a cellular modem as a data link, refer to
the Trimble Survey Controller User Guide.
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30.2
Antennas
The Trimble R7 receiver should normally be used with a Zephyr or
Zephyr Geodetic antenna. These antennas have been designed
specifically for use with the Trimble R7.
Use Figure 3.14 as a guide for measuring the height of the Zephyr and
Zephyr Geodetic antennas. The Zephyr antenna is designed to be
measured to the top of the notch. The Zephyr Geodetic (shown) has
been designed to be measured to the bottom of the notch.
Figure 3.14 Measuring antenna height
Older models of antennas, such as the Choke Ring or
Micro-Centered™ L1/L2 antennas, need more power to operate than
the Zephyr models. To configure the receiver to output more power on
the antenna port, select the correct antenna type in GPS Configurator,
or through the Trimble controller. For information on how to do this,
contact your local Trimble Service Provider.
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30.3
CompactFlash cards
The Trimble R7 logs data internally on a CompactFlash card.
However, it only support the Type I CompactFlash card. Trimble
recommends that you use an industrial-rated CompactFlash card, as
commercial cards have a limited operating temperature range.
Before logging data to a CompactFlash card, format the card to ensure
the integrity of the file system. To format the card, insert it in the
receiver and then hold down p for 30 seconds.
Note – Make sure that you format your CompactFlash card in the
receiver. This prevents data on the card from being corrupted if the
card is removed while data is being logged. Formatting the card in
your PC may cause data corruption, or loss of data.
When inserting the card, make sure that it slides into the card slot
properly.
WARNING –
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– The Trimble R7 allows for a maximum of 512 files on the CompactFlash
card, regardless of the card’s capacity. The file names must be in 8.3
format, otherwise files copied to the CompactFlash card may cause data
corruption or loss of data when logging.
– If the card does not seat into the pins correctly, do not use force or you
may damage the pins. Remove the card and reinsert it carefully.
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In this chapter:
Q Introduction
Q Button Functions
Q LED Behavior
Q Starting and Stopping the Receiver
Q Logging Data
Q Resetting to Defaults
Q Formatting a CompactFlash Card
Q Batteries and Power
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4.1
Introduction
All the controls that you need for general operation of the Trimble R7
receiver are located on the front panel, as shown in Figure 4.1.
Power button
Data button
t
2
3
SV Tracking
Battery LEDs
Logging/
Radio/Event
Memory LED Marker LED
Figure 4.1
Controls on the front panel of the Trimble R7
For more information about other panels of the Trimble R7, see Parts
of the Receiver, page 12.
4.2
Button Functions
The Trimble R7 has only two buttons: a Power button, represented in
this manual by p, and a Data button, represented by d.
Use p to switch the receiver on or off, and to perform data
management functions such as deleting files or resetting the receiver.
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Use d to start or stop logging. This button is only effective when the
receiver is switched on and has completed any power-up and
initialization tasks.
Table 4.1 describes the main functions of the two buttons.
Table 4.1
Button functions
Action
Power button
Press
Data button
Turn the receiver on
Turn the receiver off
Hold for 2 seconds
Start logging data internally
Stop logging data internally
Delete the ephemeris file
Reset the receiver to factory defaults
Delete application files
Format the CompactFlash card
Press
Hold for 2 seconds
Hold for 15 seconds
Hold for 15 seconds
Hold for 30 seconds
Hold for 30 seconds
Note – The term “press” indicates that you should press the button
and release it immediately. The term “hold” indicates that you should
press the button and hold it down until the time indicated has elapsed.
4.3
LED Behavior
The five LEDs on the top panel of the receiver indicate various
operating conditions. Generally, a lit or slowly flashing LED indicates
normal operation, an LED that is flashing quickly indicates a
condition that may require attention, and an unlit LED indicates that
no operation is occurring. The following table defines each possible
LED state.
The term …
Flash
means that the LED …
is lit briefly every 3 seconds
Slow flash
alternates slowly between being lit and unlit
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The term …
means that the LED …
Fast flash
On
alternates rapidly between being lit and unlit
is lit
Off
is unlit
43.1
Logging/Memory LED
The yellow Logging/Memory LED below the d button indicates the
status of data logging and memory usage.
Behavior
On
Meaning
Data is being logged.
Slow flash
Enough FastStatic data has been logged. Alternatively, if
the red SV Tracking LED is on solid at the same time, the
receiver is in Monitor mode, and is checking for new
firmware to install.
Fast flash
Flash
Data is being logged but memory is low.
The receiver is in Sleep mode, and will wake up five
minutes before the scheduled start time of a timed
application file.
Off
Data is not being logged, or the CompactFlash card is
full.
43.2
SV Tracking LED
The red SV Tracking LED below the SV icon
indicates the status
of satellite tracking.
Behavior
Slow flash
Fast flash
Off
Meaning
Tracking four or more satellites.
Tracking three or fewer satellites.
Not tracking any satellites.
On
The receiver is in Monitor mode, and is checking for new
firmware to install.
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43.3
Radio LED
The green Radio LED below the Radio icon
of data input and output.
indicates the status
Behavior
Meaning
A data packet or event marker has been received.
Slow flash
43.4
Battery 1 LED and Battery 2 LED
The Battery LEDs inside the two Battery icons
indicate the status
of the two internal batteries, or the power sources connected on Ports 2
and 3.
By default, each battery LED indicates the status of the external power
source on the corresponding port. If no external source is detected,
each LED indicates the status of an internal battery. The color of the
LED indicates whether the power source is currently in use (green) or
is on standby (yellow).
Color
Meaning
Behavior
On
Meaning
Green
Power source
is in use
Healthy
Fast flash
Off
Low power
No power source is present
Healthy
Yellow
Power source
is on standby
On
Fast flash
Flash
Off
Low power
Dead
No power source is present
4.4
Starting and Stopping the Receiver
To turn on the receiver, press p.
To turn off the receiver, hold down p for two seconds.
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4.5
Logging Data
You can log data to the CompactFlash card in the receiver, or to the
survey device.
45.1
Logging internally
The Trimble R7 receiver logs GPS data internally on a CompactFlash
card. You can then use the Trimble Data Transfer utility to transfer
logged data files to your office computer. The transferred files are in
Trimble DAT (.dat) format.
WARNING – The Trimble R7 allows for a maximum of 512 files on the
CompactFlash card, regardless of the card’s capacity. The file names
must be in 8.3 format, otherwise files copied to the CompactFlash card
may cause data corruption or loss of data when logging.
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Data is logged using the current logging settings configured in the
receiver. Data files logged internally are named automatically.
To begin internal logging, press d. The Logging/Memory LED lights
up.
Logging/Memory LED turns off.
Note – When the CompactFlash card is full, the receiver stops logging
data, and the Logging/Memory LED switches off. Existing data files
are not overwritten.
Approximate storage requirements for different logging rates are
shown in Table 4.2. The values shown are for a one-hour logging
session with six satellites visible.
Table 4.2
Storage requirements
Logging rate
10 Hz
Memory required
2,588 KB
1 Hz
335 KB
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Table 4.2
Storage requirements (continued)
Memory required
Logging rate
5 seconds
87 KB
37 KB
15 seconds
Note – If power is lost, or the CompactFlash card is removed while
logging, the file system is designed so that a maximum of ten seconds
of data will be lost, regardless of the logging rate. To ensure that this
behavior occurs, use GPS Configurator to perform a quick format of
the CompactFlash card before logging data to the card for the first
time.
45.2
Logging to a Trimble controller
When the Trimble R7 receiver is connected to a Trimble controller,
you can log GPS data from the receiver to the controller, or to a PC
card inserted in the controller. When you use a Trimble controller, you
do not use the receiver’s controls. Instead, you use the controller
functions to set logging options, specify filenames, and control when
logging occurs.
Data is stored in job files, which can be transferred to your office
computer using Trimble’s Data Transfer utility.
For more information on logging data from a receiver using a Trimble
controller refer, to the user guide for your particular controller.
4.6
Resetting to Defaults
To reset the receiver to its factory default settings, hold down p for at
least 15 seconds.
WARNING – Make sure that you do not hold down p for more than 30
seconds. After 30 seconds, any application files stored in the receiver are
deleted and the CompactFlash card is reformatted.
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Resetting the receiver to its factory defaults also deletes any ephemeris
file in the receiver.
For more information, see Chapter 9, Default Settings.
4.7
Formatting a CompactFlash Card
To format a CompactFlash card for use in a Trimble R7 receiver, insert
the card in the CompactFlash port, then hold down p for at least 30
seconds. After 15 seconds, the receiver is reset to its factory defaults,
and any ephemeris file is deleted. After 30 seconds, any files stored on
the card are deleted and the CompactFlash card is reformatted.
WARNING – Formatting a CompactFlash card while it is in the receiver
deletes all the data files on the card and all the application files in the
receiver.
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Note – When you use p to format the CompactFlash card, a quick
format is performed. A quick format reformats the card for use with
the Trimble R7 receiver and deletes all data on the card. A full format
checks the card for errors or bad sectors, and is only necessary if the
card is corrupted. To perform a full format, use GPS Configurator. For
more information, see GPS Configurator Software, page 70.
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4.8
Batteries and Power
WARNING – Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. A
damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
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To prevent injury or damage:
– Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged. Signs of
damage include, but are not limited to, discoloration, warping, and leaking
battery fluid.
– Do not expose the battery to fire, high temperature, or direct sunlight.
– Do not immerse the battery in water.
– Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather.
– Do not drop or puncture the battery.
– Do not open the battery or short-circuit its contacts.
The Trimble R7 can be powered either by its two internal batteries or
by an external power source connected to Port 2 or Port 3. The charge
provided by the internal batteries depends on the type of survey and
operating conditions. Typically, one battery provides about 3.5 hours
of power during an RTK survey using the internal radio, and about
5 hours during a survey without the internal radio.
The external power source is always used in preference to the internal
batteries. When there is no external power source connected, or if the
external power supply fails, the internal batteries are used. The
internal batteries are drained in turn, and the receiver automatically
switches to the full battery when the first battery is drained.
If no external power is supplied and both internal batteries are drained,
none of the data that you have logged is lost. When internal or external
power is restored, the receiver restarts in the same state as when power
was lost. For example, if the receiver was logging data, the data file is
not corrupted, and when power is restored the receiver resumes
logging with the same settings as before.
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The power supply that is supplied with the Trimble R7 receiver
charges the receiver internal batteries while they are still in the
receiver. To do this, connect the power supply to the power/serial data
cable, connect the cable to Port 2 on the receiver, and connect the
power supply to an AC power source, as shown in Figure 4.2.
Power/serial data cable
2
3
To AC
power supply
Figure 4.2
Charging the batteries
The two internal batteries take approximately eight hours to charge.
They are charged individually, so each battery takes approximately
four hours to charge. The internal batteries start charging whenever an
external power supply of greater than 15 V is detected.
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WARNING – Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery if it
appears to be leaking. Battery fluid is corrosive, and contact with it can
result in personal injury and/or property damage.
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To prevent injury or damage:
– If the battery leaks, avoid contact with the battery fluid.
– If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with
clean water and seek medical attention. Do not rub your eyes!
– If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing, immediately use clean
water to wash off the battery fluid.
Each receiver in your system is supplied with two internal Lithium-ion
battery packs. To charge both sets of batteries, connect both receivers
to power supplies as shown in Figure 3.2.
48.1
Battery charging and storage
All battery types discharge over time when they are not being used.
Batteries also discharge faster in colder temperatures. If a Lithium-ion
battery is to be stored for long periods of time, make sure it is fully
charged before storing and re-charged at least every three months.
WARNING – Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery only in
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strict accordance with the instructions. Charging or using the battery in
unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in
personal injury and/or equipment damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
– Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking.
– Charge the Lithium-ion battery only in a Trimble product that is specified
to charge it. Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the
battery charger.
– Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning
odor.
– Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it.
– Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the
instructions in the product documentation.
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Charging the Lithium-ion battery
The rechargeable Lithium-ion battery is supplied partially charged.
Charge the battery completely before using it for the first time. If the
battery has been stored for longer than six months, charge it before
use.
To protect the battery from deep discharge (5 volts or less), the
Trimble R7 system is designed to switch batteries or cease drawing
power when the battery pack discharges to 5.9 volts.
A battery that has reached the deep discharge level cannot be
recharged and must be replaced. The following recommendations
provide optimal performance and extend the life of your batteries:
•
•
•
Fully charge all new batteries prior to use.
Do not allow the batteries to discharge below 5 volts.
Keep all batteries on continuous charge when not in use.
Batteries may be kept on charge indefinitely without damage to
the receiver or batteries.
•
•
Do not store batteries in the receiver or external charger unless
power is applied.
If you must store the batteries, fully charge them before storing
and then recharge them at least every three months.
Disposing of the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Discharge the Lithium-ion battery before disposing of it. When
disposing of the battery, be sure to do so in an environmentally
sensitive manner. Adhere to any local and national regulations
concerning battery disposal or recycling.
48.2
Operating with the TSC1/TSCe controller
If the receiver is being powered by its internal batteries, it does not
supply power to the TSC1/TSCe controller when they are connected.
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be charged at the same time from the same power supply. To charge
both sets of batteries, use two standard power/serial data cables to
connect the TSC1/TSCe controller and the receiver to a power supply,
as shown in Figure 4.3.
Power/serial data cables
2
3
To AC
power supply
Figure 4.3
Charging receiver and TSC1/TSCe batteries
48.3
Power output
If the receiver is being supplied with power from an external source,
power is automatically output on Port 1. The output voltage is
approximately 0.5 V less than the input voltage. Port 1 outputs a
maximum voltage of 20 V, even if the input voltage is higher.
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You can use GPS Configurator or Trimble Survey Controller to enable
power output on Port 3. Port 3 can be enabled for power output
regardless of whether power is supplied internally or externally.
On Port 3, the output voltage is approximately 0.5 V less than the
input voltage. For example, if power is being supplied from the
internal Lithium ion batteries, the maximum battery voltage is 8.4 V,
so the maximum output voltage is 7.9 V.
Note – When you start a survey using Trimble Survey Controller, and
you are using an external radio, the software automatically enables
power output on Port 3.
48.4
Firmware
A receiver’s firmware is the program inside the receiver that makes the
receiver run and controls the hardware. When you need to upgrade the
firmware for your Trimble R7 receiver, Trimble recommends that you
use WinFlash. For more information, see WinFlash Software, page 71.
WARNING – Upgrading the firmware deletes all application files on the
Trimble R7 receiver.
C
An alternative method of upgrading your firmware is to copy the .elf
file directly to the CompactFlash card from your computer.
To do this:
1. Connect the CompactFlash card to your desktop computer.
2. Using Windows Explorer, copy the .elf file from your computer
to the CompactFlash card.
3. Disconnect the CompactFlash card from your computer and
insert it into the receiver.
4. Turn the receiver off.
5. Hold down d and press p.
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The receiver starts up in Monitor mode, automatically detects
the newer version of the firmware, and installs it. In Monitor
mode, the red SV Tracking LED is lit solidly and the yellow
Logging/Memory LED flashes slowly.
The upgrade takes about two minutes. Once the upgrade
procedure is complete, the receiver restarts automatically.
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Configuration
5.1
Introduction
The Trimble R7 receiver has no controls for changing settings. To
configure the receiver, use external software, such as the GPS
Configurator or Trimble Survey Controller software.
There are two ways to configure the Trimble R7:
•
•
Configuring the receiver in real time
Applying the settings in an application file
This chapter provides a brief overview of each of these methods, and
describes the contents and use of application files.
5.2
Configuring the Receiver in Real Time
The GPS Configurator and Trimble Survey Controller software
support real-time configuration of the Trimble R7 receiver.
When you configure the receiver in real time, you use one of these
software applications to specify which settings you want to change.
When you apply the changes, the receiver settings change
immediately.
Any changes that you apply to the receiver are reflected in the Current
application file, which is always present in the receiver. The Current
application file always records the most recent configuration, so if you
apply further changes (either in real time or using an application file)
the Current file is updated and there is no record of the changes that
you applied originally.
For more information on configuring the receiver in real time, see
Chapter 7, Software Utilities.
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5.3
An application file contains information for configuring a receiver. To
configure a receiver using an application file, you need to create the
application file, transfer it to the receiver, and then apply the file
settings. GPS Configurator does this for you automatically when you
work with configuration files.
For more information on applying application files, see Chapter 7,
Software Utilities.
5.4
Application Files
An application file is organized into records. Each record stores
configuration information for a particular area of receiver operation.
Application files can include the following records:
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
File Storage
General Controls
Serial Port Baud/Format
Reference Position
Logging Rate
SV Enable/Disable
Output Message
Antenna
Device Control
Static/Kinematic
Input Message
Timed Activation
An application file does not have to contain all of these records. When
you apply an application file, any option that is not included in the
records in the file remains at its current setting. For example, if you
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apply an application file that only specifies the elevation mask to use,
all other settings remain as they were before the application file was
applied.
You can store up to twenty different application files in battery-backed
memory on the receiver. You can apply an application file’s settings at
the time it is transferred to the receiver, or at any time afterwards.
54.1
Special application files
The Trimble R7 has three special application files, which control
important aspects of the receiver’s configuration.
The default application file (Default.cfg) contains the original receiver
configuration, and cannot be changed. This file configures the receiver
after it is reset. You can reset the receiver by holding down p for at
least 15 seconds, or by using the reset option in GPS Configurator.
For more information on the default receiver settings, see Default
Settings, page 85.
Although you cannot change or delete the default application file, you
can use a power up application file to override any or all of the default
settings.
Current application file
The current application file (Current.cfg) reflects the current receiver
configuration. Whenever you change the receiver’s configuration,
either in real time or by applying an application file, the current file
changes to match the new configuration.
You cannot delete the current file or change it directly, but every
change to the receiver’s current configuration is applied to the current
file as well.
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When you switch off the receiver then turn it on again, all the settings
from the current application file are applied, so you do not lose any
changes that you have made. The only exceptions are the following
logging parameters:
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•
Logging rate
Position rate
Elevation mask
These parameters are always reset to the factory default values
whenever the receiver is switched off.
Power Up application file
The power up application file (Power_up.cfg) is optional. If a power
up file is present, its settings are applied whenever the receiver is
powered up.
In this file, you can specify that the receiver is reset to defaults before
the power up settings are applied. This ensures that restarting the
receiver always results in the same configuration. This method is
useful for defining “default” settings for the receiver that differ from
those in the default file, which cannot be changed.
Alternatively, you can specify that the power up settings are applied
immediately after the current application file’s settings have been
applied. Restarting the receiver results in a configuration that uses
your default settings for the options you define in the power up file,
but the current settings for all other options.
By default, there is no POWER_UP application file on the receiver. To
use a power up application file, you must create and save a
POWER_UP application file in GPS Configurator. If you save this file
to disk, the file is called Power_up.cfg. The extension .cfg is used by
convention to identify application files on the office computer. When
you transfer this file to the receiver, the file is saved on the receiver as
POWER_UP, and becomes the new power up file.
The power up file is the only special application file that you can
overwrite or delete from the receiver.
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54.2
Timed application files
A timed application file contains a Timed Activation record which
specifies when this file is to be applied. The main use of a timed
application file is to automatically start or stop logging at a predefined
time.
The Timed Activation record specifies:
•
the UTC date and time when the application file is to be applied
for the first time
•
the interval at which the file is to be reapplied
If you do not specify a repeat interval, the settings are applied only
once, at the specified time. If the file specifies a repeat interval, the
file’s settings are reapplied at the specified interval until the file is
deactivated.
Note – If the receiver is logging continuously, the current logging
takes precedence over any timed application file stored in the receiver.
Defining timed application files
To send timed application files to a Trimble R7, set up scheduled
survey sessions in GPS Configurator. You can define multiple
sessions, each specifying:
•
basic logging parameters (data logging rate, position logging
rate, and elevation mask)
•
•
a starting time
a duration
When you apply the current settings in GPS Configurator, each
defined survey session is sent to the Trimble R7 as a pair of timed
application files: the first includes the logging settings and start time,
and the second contains settings that stop logging at the end time
(which is calculated automatically from the duration you specify).
For more information on scheduled survey sessions, refer to the GPS
Configurator Help.
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The receiver can store up to 20 application files, so you can define a
maximum of 10 scheduled survey sessions (10 pairs of start/stop timed
application files).
Sleep mode
Whenever you press p to turn off the Trimble R7, it checks for a
timed application file that is due to be activated in the future. If one
exists, the receiver goes into Sleep mode instead of powering down.
In Sleep mode, the yellow Logging/Memory LED flashes every three
seconds. The receiver wakes up five minutes before the scheduled
activation time, so that it is ready to begin logging at the scheduled
time.
54.3
Applying application files
An application file’s settings do not affect the receiver’s configuration
until you apply the application file. You can do this at the same time
that you save the file. Alternatively, save the file on the computer or in
the receiver, then open it later and apply its settings.
Note – If the application file is a timed file, its settings do not take
effect as soon as you apply the file, but at the time that the file specifies
for its activation.
54.4
Storing application files
You can store application files that you create in GPS Configurator on
the receiver and on the computer. For example, each file can represent
a different user sharing the same receiver, or a particular mode of
operation or survey style. Saving application files on your computer as
well as in your receiver is optional, but it is useful because:
•
it gives you a permanent copy of the settings you have sent to a
receiver, for audit or your own reference.
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•
you can use the same file to configure multiple receivers
identically.
you can use an existing application file as a template for
creating other application files with similar settings.
54.5
Naming application files
The application filename in the office computer and in the receiver is
always the same. This makes it easier to recognize and keep track of
your application files.
When you change the name of the application file in the receiver, this
changes the application filename on your computer. When you
transfer an application file from the receiver and save it to the
computer, the system renames the file to match the internal receiver
file. However, if you use Windows Explorer, for example, to change
the .cfg filename on the computer, this does not change the internal
receiver filename. This means that the GPS receiver does not
recognize the change to the filename on the computer.
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Transferring Data
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In this chapter:
Q Introduction
Q Connecting to the Office Computer
Q Transferring Data
Q Transferring Files Directly from a Compactflash Card
Q Deleting Files in the Receiver
Q Supported File Types
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6.1
Introduction
The Trimble R7 receiver keeps satellite measurements and other data
in files stored on a CompactFlash card. These files cannot be
processed until you transfer them to your office computer.
Note – The receiver supports a maximum of 512 files on the
CompactFlash cards.
On returning to the office after completing a survey, transfer the field
data to a computer that has the Trimble Geomatics Office™ software
installed. You can then process the survey data in Trimble Geomatics
Office to produce baselines and coordinates.
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6.2
Connecting to the Office Computer
The Trimble R7 has three serial (COM) ports and one USB port for
connection to the office computer. A USB connection is up to ten
times faster than normal serial communications.
Use the standard power/serial data cable to connect the receiver to the
computer, as shown in Figure 6.1.
Power/serial data
cable
Serial (COM) port
Port 2
Figure 6.1
Connecting the Trimble R7 to a computer for serial data transfer
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Use the USB cable to connect the receiver to the computer, as shown
in Figure 6.2.
USB cable
USB port
USB port
Figure 6.2
Connecting the Trimble R7 to a computer for USB data transfer
Note – When the receiver is connected to a USB port on a computer, it
is treated as a peripheral device of the computer. If the receiver is
unplugged or powered down, a warning message is displayed on the
computer.
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6.3
Transferring Data
Transfer the data files to the computer using the Trimble Data Transfer
utility. You can run this utility as a standalone program or from within
Trimble Geomatics Office. For more information about the transfer
process, refer to the Data Transfer Help.
Note – When you connect to a receiver in the Data Transfer utility, you
must use a GPS Receiver (R/5000 Series) device definition. If you use
a GPS Receiver (4000 Series) device definition, the Data Transfer
utility will be unable to establish communication with the receiver.
When transfer is complete, the Data Transfer utility automatically
converts the file to the DAT format. If you are using Data Transfer
from within Trimble Geomatics Office, the Check-in dialog appears.
For more information, refer to the Trimble Geomatics Office User
Guide.
Note – A file in DAT format is approximately six times the size of the
corresponding file in the Trimble R7 internal format. Before
transferring files, make sure that there is enough space on your
computer.
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6.4
Transferring Files Directly from a CompactFlash
Card
All data is stored in a Trimble R7 receiver on an internal
CompactFlash card. There are two ways to transfer files between the
receiver and the office computer:
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Connect the receiver to the office computer and use the Data
Transfer utility to transfer files.
•
Remove the CompactFlash card from the receiver and connect it
directly to your office computer, where it functions like a
normal disk drive. Use Windows Explorer to transfer files.
When you use the Data Transfer utility to transfer data files from the
CompactFlash card while it is still inserted in the receiver, the Data
Transfer utility converts the raw receiver data (.T01) files you select
into the Trimble DAT file format.
However, if you connect the CompactFlash card to your computer and
then copy or move files to your computer, it treats the card like any
other disk drive, and transfers the files without converting them. You
need to convert these raw receiver files to DAT format files before you
can use them on your office computer.
You can convert receiver data files by using a Windows Explorer
extension which is installed on your computer when you install the
Data Transfer utility.
Note – Although this extension is only available if you have the Data
Transfer utility installed, you do not have to run the Data Transfer
utility to use it.
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To convert a .T01 file on your office computer into the DAT format:
1. On your office computer, open Windows Explorer and navigate
to the location of the .T01 file.
2. Right-click the file, and from the menu that appears select
Convert to DAT format:
The DAT File Conversion dialog appears while the file is
converted. When the dialog disappears, the file conversion is
complete.
A new file with the same filename but a .dat extension appears
in the same folder as the .T01 file.
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6.1
Deleting Files in the Receiver
You can delete files stored in the receiver at any time. Do one of the
following:
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Use the Data Transfer utility in Trimble Geomatics Office.
Use the TSC1/TSCe controller.
Hold down the power button p for 30 seconds after the
data is deleted, and the CompactFlash card is reformatted.)
•
Use GPS Configurator.
6.2
Supported File Types
Table 6.1 shows the file types that you can transfer to or from a
Trimble R7 receiver, and the software or utility that you must use to
transfer each file type.
Table 6.1
File Type
Supported file types
Extensions
Transfer from
Trimble R7?
Transfer to
Trimble R7?
Software
Ephemeris
.eph
.T01, .dat
.elf
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Data Transfer
Data Transfer
WinFlash
Raw observations
Receiver firmware files
Application files
Yes
Yes
.cfg
Yes
GPS
Configurator
Note – The Trimble R7 receiver supports a maximum of 512 files on
the CompactFlash card. Files stored on the compact flash must be 8.3
format. The Trimble R7 receiver does not support extended file names.
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Software Utilities
7.1
Introduction
This chapter provides information on the software utilities that you
can use with the Trimble R7 receiver.
7.2
GPS Configurator Software
GPS Configurator is office software that configures selected Trimble
GPS receivers.
GPS Configurator lets you:
•
edit and save configuration files to the receiver and the
computer
•
•
check current receiver settings and operation
change receiver settings in real time
72.1
Installing GPS Configurator
A copy of GPS Configurator is included on the Trimble R7,
Trimble R8, 5700, and 5800 GPS Receivers CD.
To install the software:
1. Insert the disk into the CD drive on your office computer.
2. From the main menu select Install individual software
packages.
3. Select Install GPS Configurator vX.XX.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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70.1
Configuring the Trimble R7 receiver
To configure a Trimble R7 receiver using GPS Configurator:
1. Connect Port 1 or 2 on the receiver to a serial (COM) port on
the computer and apply power.
2. To start GPS Configurator, click
and then select
Programs / Trimble / GPS Configurator / GPS Configurator.
3. Select Trimble R7 in the Device Type dialog.
The software automatically establishes a connection with the
receiver.
4. Make appropriate selections for your required receiver settings.
For more information, refer to the GPS Configurator Help.
5. Click Apply.
The settings in GPS Configurator are applied to the receiver.
7.1
WinFlash Software
WinFlash communicates with Trimble products to perform various
functions including:
•
•
installing software, firmware, and option upgrades
running diagnostics (for example, retrieving configuration
information)
•
configuring radios
For more information, online help is also available when using
WinFlash.
Note – WinFlash runs on Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, Me, or
XP operating systems.
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71.1
Installing WinFlash
WinFlash can be installed from the Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and
5800 GPS Receivers CD, or from the Trimble website.
Installing WinFlash from the CD
1. Insert the disk into the CD drive on your computer.
2. From the main menu select Install individual software
packages.
3. Select Install WinFlash vX.XX with Trimble R7 drivers and
firmware.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
70.1
Upgrading firmware
Your Trimble R7 receiver is supplied with the latest version of receiver
firmware installed. If a later version becomes available, upgrade the
firmware installed on your receiver.
WinFlash guides you through the firmware upgrade process. The steps
required are described below. For more information, refer to the
WinFlash Help.
To upgrade the Trimble R7 receiver firmware:
1. Start WinFlash.
The Device Configuration screen appears.
2. From the Device type list select Trimble R7 Receiver.
3. From the PC serial port field select the serial (COM) port on
the computer that the receiver is connected to.
4. Click Next.
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The Operation Selection screen appears. The Operations list
shows all of the supported operations for the selected device. A
description of the selected operation is shown in the Description
field.
5. Select GPS software upgrade and click Next.
The GPS Software Selection window appears. This screen
prompts you to select the software that you want to install on
the Trimble R7 receiver.
6. Select the latest version from the Available Software list and
click Next.
The Settings Review window appears. This screen prompts you
to connect the receiver, suggests a connection method, and then
lists the receiver configuration and selected operation.
7. If all is correct, click Finish.
Based on the selections shown above, the Software Upgrade
window appears and shows the status of the operation (for
example, Establishing communication with the Trimble R7. Please wait.).
8. Click OK.
The Software Upgrade window appears again and states that the
operation was completed successfully.
9. Click Menu to select another operation, or click Exit to quit
WinFlash.
10. If you click Exit, another screen appears asking you to confirm
that you want to quit WinFlash. Click OK.
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70.1
Adding frequencies for the 450 MHz internal radio
If your receiver has the optional internal radio installed, you can use
WinFlash to add receiving frequencies to the default list.
To add radio receiving frequencies:
1. Start WinFlash.
The Device Configuration screen appears.
2. From the Device type list select Trimble R7 Receiver.
3. From the PC serial port field select the serial (COM) port on
the computer that the receiver is connected to.
4. Click Next.
The Operation Selection screen appears. The Operations list
shows all of the supported operations for the selected device. A
description of the selected operation is shown in the Description
field.
5. Select Configure Radio and click Next.
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The Frequency Selection window appears:
6. In the Wireless Format group, select the appropriate channel and
wireless mode. The Wireless Mode must be the same for all
radios in your network.
7. In the Specify Frequency field, enter the frequency you require.
8. Click Add. The new frequency appears in the Selected
Frequencies list.
Note – The frequencies that you program must conform to the channel
spacing and minimum tuning requirements for the radio. To view this
information, click Radio Info. You may select either 12.5 or 25 kHz
channel spacing. All radios in your network must use the same
channel spacing.
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9. When you have configured all the frequencies you require, click
OK.
WinFlash updates the receiver radio frequencies and then
restarts the receiver.
70.1
Configuring the internal 900 MHz radio setup
To configure the internal 900 MHz radio, use one of the following:
•
•
Trimble Survey Controller running on a Trimble controller
WinFlash (provided on the Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and
5800 GPS Receivers CD)
The internal radio has 40 selectable networks. You must choose the
same network that is configured in the base radio you want to receive
from.
Trimble Survey Controller
To configure the radio network using Trimble Survey Controller:
1. Connect the data/power cable to the controller and the receiver
and turn on the controller. The receiver starts automatically.
2. From the main menu on the controller, select Configuration.
3. In the dialog that appears, select Survey styles, then from the
Type field, select RTK.
4. Select Rover radio, then from the Type field select Trimble
Internal.
5. Tap the ! softkey.
6. Once connected, in the Network number field enter the number
of the network set on your base radio.
Note – The Base Radio Mode field is not used here.
7. Tap the E softkey to complete configuration.
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WinFlash
To configure the radio network using WinFlash:
1. Connect the data/power cable to Port 1 on the receiver.
2. Connect the female DE-9 connector on the other end of the
data/power cable to a serial (COM) port on the computer.
3. Start WinFlash. The Device Configuration dialog appears.
4. From the Device type list, select Trimble R7 Receiver.
5. From the PC serial port field, select the serial port on the
computer that the receiver is connected to and click Next.
6. From the Operation selection dialog, select Configure radio and
click Next.
7. Confirm that your current settings are correct and click Finish.
The Configure 900MHz radio dialog appears.
8. In the Network number field, select the same network that is set
on your base radio.
9. In the Country setting field, select one of the following
(according to how your base radio was shipped):
– Your country (if available). This sets the radio to the a specific
frequency range being transmitted by the base radio.
– A single frequency. This limits the frequencies used to those
authorized in your particular country.
10. Click OK.
WinFlash updates the radio settings and then restarts the receiver.
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Specifications
8.1
Introduction
This chapter lists the specifications of the Trimble R7 receiver.
8.2
Physical Specifications
Table 8.1 lists physical specifications for the Trimble R7. The
temperature rating of the receiver applies only when all doors on the
receiver are closed.
Table 8.1
Physical specifications
Specification
Feature
Size
13.5 cm W x 8.5 cm H x 24 cm L
(5.3 in. W x 3.4 in. H x 9.5 in. L)
Weight
1.4 kg (3.0 lb)
(with 2 batteries inserted)
Battery life
(at 20 °C)
RTK with internal radio: 3.5 hours
No internal radio: 5 hours
Power input
11–28 V DC
–40 °C to +65 °C (–40 °F to +149 °F)a
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Humidity
–40 °C to +80 °C (–40 °F to +176 °F)
100% condensing, unit fully sealed
Dust-proof, shock- and vibration-resistant
Casing
aThe USB port only operates when the temperature is above 0 °C (32 °F). The internal
batteries only charge when the temperature is in the range 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F)
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8.3
Positioning Specifications
Table 8.2 lists positioning specifications for the Trimble R7.
Table 8.2
Positioning specifications
Positioning
Mode Horizontal Accuracy Vertical Accuracy
(RMS)
(RMS)
RTK (OTF)
Synchronized
Low Latency
1 cm + 1 ppm
(× baseline length)
2 cm + 1 ppm
(× baseline length)
2 cm + 2 ppm
(× baseline length)
3 cm + 2 ppm
(× baseline length)
a
a
L1 C/A Code
Phase
Synchronized/
Low Latency
.25 m + 1 ppm RMS .50 m + 1 ppm RMS
Static/
N/A
5 mm + 0.5 ppm
5 mm + 1 ppm
FastStatic
(× baseline length)
(× baseline length)
b
b
WAAS
N/A
Less than 5 m
Less than 5 m
aDepends on radio link latency.
b3D RMS values depend on WAAS system performance.
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Technical Specifications
Table 8.3 lists technical specifications for the Trimble R7.
Table 8.3
Technical specifications
Specification
Feature
Tracking
24 Channels L1 C/A Code, L2C, L1/L2 Full Cycle
Carrier, WAAS/EGNOS support
Fully operational during P-code encryption
WAAS satellite tracking
Signal processing
Maxwell V architecture
Very low-noise C/A code processing
Multipath suppression
Start-up
Cold start: < 60 seconds from power on
Warm start: < 30 seconds with recent ephemeris
Initialization
Automatic while moving or static
Minimum
initialization time
10 sec + 0.5 × baseline length (km)
Communications
Three RS-232 serial ports (Port 1, Port 2, and Port 3)
Baud rates up to 115,200 bps
RTS/CTS flow control negotiation supported on Port 3
only
One USB port (download only)
Configuration
Via user-definable application files or GPS
Configurator
Output formats
NMEA-0183: AVR; GGA; GSA; GST; GSV;
PTNL,GGK; PTNL,GGK_SYNC; HDT; PTNL,PJK;
PTNL,PJT; ROT PTNL,VGK; VHD; VTG; ZDA
GSOF (Trimble Binary Streamed Output)
1PPS
RT17
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Default Settings
9.1
Introduction
All Trimble R7 receiver settings are stored in application files. The
Default application file, Default.cfg, is stored permanently in the
receiver, and contains the factory default settings for the Trimble R7.
Whenever the receiver is reset to its factory defaults, the current
settings (stored in the Current application file, Current.cfg) are reset to
the values in the Default application file.
You cannot modify the Default application file. However, if there is a
Power Up application file (Power_Up.cfg) in the receiver, the settings
in this file can be applied immediately after the Default application
file, overriding the factory defaults.
For more information about application files, see Application Files,
page 55.
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9.2
Default Settings
Table 9.1 shows the default settings for the Trimble R7 receiver, as
defined in the default application file.
Table 9.1
Default settings
Function
Factory Default
All SVs enabled
13°
SV Enable
General Controls:
Elevation mask
PDOP mask
7
RTK positioning mode
Motion
Low Latency
Kinematic
Disabled
Off
Power Output 3
1PPS time tags
ASCII time tags
Serial Port 1:
Off
Baud rate
Format
38400
8-None-1
None
Flow control
Baud rate
Format
Serial Port 2:
Serial Port 3:
38400
8-None-1
38400
Baud rate
Format
8-None-1
None
Flow control
Station
Input Setup:
Any
NMEA/ASCII (all messages)
Streamed output
All Ports Off
All Types Off
Offset = 00
RT17/Binary
CMR output
RTCM output
All Ports Off
[Static] CMR: cref ID 0000
RTCM: Type 1 ID 0000
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Function
Default settings (continued)
Factory Default
Reference position:
Latitude
0°
Longitude
0°
Altitude
0.00 m HAE
Antenna:
Type
Unknown external
Height (true vertical)
Group
0.00 m
All
Measurement method
Bottom of antenna mount
Logging rate
15 sec
5 min
10 Hz
Position rate
Measurement rate
9.3
Resetting to Factory Defaults
To reset the receiver to its factory defaults, as defined above, do one of
the following:
•
•
Press and hold down p on the receiver for 15 seconds.
In GPS Configurator, select Connect to Receiver and then click Reset
receiver in the General tab.
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9.4
Examples
The following examples show how the Trimble R7 uses the default
settings and special application files in various situations.
94.1
Default behavior
The factory defaults specified above are applied whenever you start
the receiver. If a Power Up file is present in the receiver, its settings
are applied immediately after the default settings, so you can use a
Power Up file to define your own set of defaults.
When you turn the receiver on and … then logging settings are … and logging …
it is the first time that the receiver has
been used
the factory defaults
does not begin
automatically
you have reset the receiver to its factory
defaults
the factory defaults, or those
in the Power Up file
does not begin
automatically
a
you have performed a full reset
the factory defaults, because
resetting deletes any Power
Up file
does not begin
automatically
aA factory default setting is only used if the setting is not defined in the Power Up file.
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94.2
Power up settings
When you turn the receiver off, any changes that you have made to
logging settings are lost and these settings are returned to the factory
defaults. Other settings remain as defined in the Current file. The next
time you turn on the receiver, the receiver checks for a power up file
and, if one is present, applies the settings in this file.
When you use p to turn the receiver
off then on again and …
then logging
settings are …
and all other settings
are …
you changed the receiver settings by
applying an application file
the factory defaults
the factory defaults
the last settings used
you changed the receiver settings using
configuration software
the last settings used
the last settings used, or
those in the Power Up
filea
there is a Power Up application file in the
receiver
the factory defaults, or
those in the Power Up
file
a
aA factory default setting is used only if the setting is not defined in the Power Up file.
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94.3
Logging after power loss
If the Trimble R7 loses power unexpectedly, when power is restored
the receiver tries to return to the state it was in immediately before the
power loss. The receiver does not reset itself to defaults or apply any
Power Up settings. If the receiver was logging when power was lost
unexpectedly, it resumes logging when power is restored.
However, when you switch the receiver off using p, the receiver
behaves as if you pressed d to stop logging before you pressed p.
In this case, when power is restored normally, logging does not begin
until you start it manually.
When the receiver is logging
data and then loses power …
then when power
is restored, data
logging …
and logging
settings are …
and all other
settings are …
unexpectedly
resumes
automatically
the last settings
used
the last settings
used
when you press p
does not resume
the factory
defaults
the last settings
used
94.4
Disabling logging
You can disable logging by setting the receiver’s data logging and
position logging rates to Off. However, if you press d while logging
is disabled, the receiver will still log data, using the default logging
settings.
When you have disabled logging …
then if you press d to start logging,
logging settings are …
using the Trimble Survey Controller or GPS
Configurator software
the factory defaults
the factory defaults
in the Power Up application file
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94.5
Application files
You can use application files to change the settings in the receiver.
Sending an application file to the receiver does not necessarily apply
the file’s settings; you can apply a file’s settings at any time after
sending it to the receiver. You can also define timed application files.
A timed application file contains receiver settings, but also includes a
date and time when it is automatically activated.
If there is a timed application file on the Trimble R7, the receiver
automatically applies the file’s settings and begins logging (if logging
settings are included in the file) at the specified time. If the receiver is
in Sleep mode, it wakes up five minutes before the start time of the
timed application file, and then begins logging, if required, at the
specified start time.
When you send an application file to
the receiver and …
then the receiver settings are changed …
you apply the file’s settings immediately as soon as you send the file to the receiver
you apply the file later
as soon as you apply the file
at the specified activation time
it is a timed application file
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Cables and Connectors
10.1
Introduction
This chapter provides pinout information for the Trimble R7 receiver
standard and optional cables. This information can be used to build
special cables for connecting the Trimble R7 to devices and
instruments not supported by the standard and optional cables.
10.2
Port 1, 2, and 3 Connectors
Figure 10.1 shows the location of the Trimble R7 serial ports.
Port 1
Port 2
Port 3
Figure 10.1 Trimble R7 serial ports
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Figure 10.2 gives pinout requirements for the connector labeled
Port 1. The pin locations for the Port 2 and Port 3 connectors are
identical.
6
1
7
5
2
3
4
Figure 10.2 Pinout connectors
Table 10.1 describes the pinout functionality.
Table 10.1
Pin
Trimble R7 port pinouts
Pinout function
Port 1 (TSC1/TSCe
controller, event, or
Port 2 (Power in,
computer, PPS, or event) power in)
Port 3 (External radio or
computer)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Signal GND
GND
Signal GND
GND
Signal GND
GND
TX data out (TXD1)
RTS1
TX data out (TXD2)
1PPS
TX data out (TXD3)
RTS3
CTS1/Event 2
Power Out (+)
Serial data in (RXD1)
Event 1
CTS3
Power In (+)
Serial data in (RXD2)
Power In/Out (+)
Serial data in (RXD3)
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10.3
Power/serial data cable
Table 10.2 gives pinout information for the power/serial data cable
(PN 32345), which is supplied with the Trimble R7.
Table 10.2
Power/serial data cable pinouts
Lemo 0-shell
connector
Direction DE9-F connector
Power lead
2 Conductors
7 Pin
7 Conductors
Pin Function
Pin Color
Function
Signal ground
Color
Function
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Signal ground
5
Brown
↔
→
→
→
←
←
←
GND
Black
V-OUT
TXD
8
7
Orange TXD
RTS/TXD
CTS/RXD
PWR
Blue
RTS
CTS
Green
Red
Power IN (+)
RXD
3
Yellow
TXD
Note – Table 10.2 assumes that the cable is attached to the connector
labeled Port 1 or Port 3.
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10.4
Event Marker/1PPS Cable
The event marker/1PPS cable shown in Figure 10.3 provides a
breakout box with two BNC (female) connectors for providing 1PPS
input and event marker output.
Connect a device that accepts 1PPS output pulses to the BNC
connector labeled 1PPS on the breakout box. Connect a device that
outputs event marker pulses to the Trimble R7, such as a
photogrammetric camera, to the BNC connector labeled Event Marker
on the breakout box.
P3
(Event marker)
P2
(1PPS out)
P4
(Port 2 extension)
P1
(To Port 2)
Figure 10.3 Event marker/1PPS cable
In addition, the breakout box includes a Lemo 7-pin connector to
extend serial communications and/or power on Port 2. Because the
BNC connectors are used to service the event marker and 1PPS
features, pins 4 (1PPS) and 5 (Event Marker) are inactive on the Lemo
connector.
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For Port 2 pinouts, see Port 1, 2, and 3 Connectors, page 92. For more
information on 1PPS input and event marker output, see Chapter 11,
Event Marker Input and 1PPS Output.
Table 10.3 gives pinout information for the event marker/1PPS cable
which is supplied with the Trimble R7. The event marker/1PPS cable
is only used with the Trimble R7 connectors labeled Port 1 (for event
marker output) and Port 2.
Table 10.3
Event marker/1PPS cable pinouts
P1: Lemo 7-Pin
Port 2 Trimble R7
Direction P2: BNC-F
connector
P3: BNC-F
connector
P4: Lemo 7s
Port 2 extension
(1PPS)
(Event marker)
Pin Trimble R7
function
Pin
Pin
Pin Function
1
2
3
Signal ground
GND
1
2
3
Signal ground
GND
←
GND
GND
→
←
Serial data out
(TXD2)
Serial data in
(TXD2)
4
5
6
7
1PPS
Center pin
4
5
6
7
No Connect
No Connect
Power IN (+)
←
↔
→
←
Event Marker
Power IN (+)
Center pin
Serial data in
(RXD2)
Serial data out
(RXD2)
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10.5
GPS Antennas and Cables
The antenna that a receiver uses to collect satellite signals is
Radio antennas are used for communication between receivers and
external networks or systems.
Note – Older models of antennas, such as Choke Ring or
Micro-Centered L1/L2, have different power requirements. The
Trimble R7 can adjust the antenna power output when you designate
the appropriate antenna in GPS Configurator. For more information,
see Antennas, page 35.
Connect the receiver to its GPS antenna using the yellow TNC
connector. Use a coaxial cable with a right-angle TNC plug at the
antenna end.
If the antenna cable length is …
up to 15 meters (45 feet)
use …
RG-58 cable
RG-214 cable
one of the following:
up to 30 meters (100 feet)
over 30 meters (100 feet)
•
•
•
in-line amplifier
semi-rigid coaxial cable
a low-loss cable assembly
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Event Marker Input and 1PPS Output
11.1
Introduction
The Trimble R7 receiver can accept event marker input on Port 1 and
Port 2, and can generate 1PPS output on Port 2.
11.2
Event Marker Input
Event marker input is used to log a precise GPS time tag whenever an
externally generated pulse, such as one generated at the time of the
shutter closing from a photogrammetric camera, is received.
The event is triggered when the source pulse voltage transitions
between 1.0 V DC and 2.0 V DC in less than 100 nsec. Trimble
recommends that you use TTL level inputs. You can configure the
receiver to recognize either a positive (rising) or negative (falling)
voltage as the leading edge of a pulse. The accuracy of the associated
time tag recorded for an event is determined by the GPS accuracy
(typically less than 1 µsec.).
The Trimble R7 records each event in the current data file. This record
includes the port on which the event was received.
112.1
Enabling and configuring event marker input
To enable or configure the event marker input function, you need the
GPS Configurator software.
In real time
You can use GPS Configurator to configure a Trimble GPS receiver
connected to your office computer. For more information, see GPS
Configurator Software, page 70, or refer to the GPS Configurator
Help.
To enable event marker input:
1. Connect the computer to the Trimble R7 receiver.
2. Press p to turn on the receiver.
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3. To start GPS Configurator, click
, then select
Programs / Trimble / GPS Configurator / GPS Configurator.
The GPS Configurator dialog appears and the software
automatically connects to the Trimble R7 receiver.
4. In the General tab, select the Event marker check box.
5. Select the appropriate option, Positive slope or Negative slope,
depending on the type of pulse the external device uses.
6. Click Apply.
GPS Configurator sends the new configuration information to
the receiver, and the receiver starts to accept event marker input.
7. Click OK to exit GPS Configurator.
The software disconnects from the receiver.
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11.1
1PPS Output
The Trimble R7 receiver can output a one pulse per second (1PPS)
output through Port 2 of the receiver using the event marker/1PPS
cable.
111.1
1PPS pulse definition
The leading edge of the pulse coincides with the beginning of each
UTC second, as shown in Figure 11.1. The pulse is driven by an
RS-422 driver between nominal levels of 0 V and 4 V. The leading
edge is positive, rising from 0 V to 4 V.
4 V
0 V
Seconds
Time tag output here
Time tag applies here
Figure 11.1 Time tag relation to 1PPS wave form
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The pulse is approximately 8 µsec wide, with rise and fall times of
about 100 nsec. Resolution is approximately 40 nsec, but several
external factors limit accuracy to approximately 1 µsec:
•
Position errors, especially with user-entered reference. Each
meter of error can result in 3 nsec of error in the 1PPS pulse.
•
2 nsec to satellite signals, and a corresponding delay in the
1PPS pulse.
111.2
ASCII time tag definition
Each time tag is output about 0.5 second before the corresponding
pulse, as shown in Figure 11.1. Time tags are in ASCII format on a
user-selected serial port. The format of a time tag is:
UTC yy.mm.dd hh:mm:ss ab
Where:
•
•
•
UTC is fixed text.
yy.mm.dd is the year, month, and date.
hh:mm:ss is the hour (on a 24-hour clock), minute, and second.
The time is in UTC, not GPS time.
•
a is the position-fix type:
1 = 2D Position Fix for E,N only
2 = 3D Position Fix
3 = Single SV Clock-only fix
4 = Automatic Mode
5 = Reference Station Position
6 = Two-Dimensional with Fixed Clock
7 = Overdetermined solution for Clock-only
•
•
b is the number of satellites being tracked: 1 to 9, “:” (for 10),
“;” (for 11), or “<” (for 12).
Each time tag is terminated by a carriage return, line feed
sequence.
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A typical printout looks like this:
UTC 93.12.21 20:21:16 56
UTC 93.12.21 20:21:17 56
UTC 93.12.21 20:21:18 56
If a and b are ??, the time is based on the receiver clock because the
receiver is not tracking satellites. The receiver clock is less accurate
than time readings extracted from satellite signals.
111.3
Enabling and configuring 1PPS output
To enable or configure the 1PPS output function, you need the GPS
Configurator software.
In real time
You can use GPS Configurator to configure a Trimble GPS receiver
connected to your office computer. For more information, see GPS
Configurator Software, page 70, or refer to the GPS Configurator
Help.
To enable 1PPS output:
1. Connect the computer to the Trimble R7 receiver.
2. Turn on the receiver.
3. To start GPS Configurator, click
, then select
Programs / Trimble / GPS Configurator / GPS Configurator.
The GPS Configurator dialog appears and the software
automatically connects to the receiver.
4. Select the Serial outputs tab.
5. Select the 1PPS (port 2 only) check box.
6. If you want ASCII time tags enabled, select the check box and
choose an output port.
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7. Click Apply.
GPS Configurator sends the new configuration information to
the receiver, and the receiver starts to generate 1PPS output on
Port 2.
8. Click OK to exit GPS Configurator.
The software disconnects from the receiver.
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Overview
12.1
Introduction
This chapter introduces the Trimble R8 GPS receiver. This receiver is
designed for GPS surveying applications. The receiver incorporates a
GPS antenna, receiver, internal radio with a transmit option or an
internal GSM module, and battery in a rugged light-weight unit that is
ideally suited as an all-on-the-pole RTK rover. Three LEDs allow you
to monitor the satellite tracking, radio reception, data logging status,
and power. Bluetooth® wireless technology provides cable-free
communications between receiver and controller. The Trimble R8
receiver provides 24 total channels of L1/L2 satellite tracking, and
supports logging of raw GPS observables to the handheld controller
for post-processed applications.
The Trimble R8 is available as a standalone rover, base station, or as
part of the GPS Total Station® system, offering maximum versatility
in the system configuration to meet your specific requirements.
12.2
Features
The receiver provides the following features:
•
•
•
Trimble R-track technology, which allows the receiver to track
the L2 Civil signal (L2C)
Centimeter-accuracy, real-time positioning with RTK/OTF data,
up to 10 Hz position updates
Submeter-accuracy, real-time positioning using pseudorange
corrections
•
•
•
Adaptive dual-frequency RTK engine
WAAS/EGNOS capability
Automatic OTF (on-the-fly) initialization while moving
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•
•
Single Lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Cable-free Bluetooth communications with the Trimble
Attachable Control Unit (ACU), or TSCe™ with Bluecap
module
•
Two RS-232 serial ports for:
–
–
–
NMEA output
RTCM SC-104 input and output
Trimble Format (CMR & CMR Plus) input and output
•
•
One TNC radio antenna connector
6 MB internal memory for data storage
•
Internal 450 MHz radio with a transmit option or GSM module
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12.3
Use and Care
The Trimble R8 receiver is designed to withstand the rough treatment
that typically occurs in the field. However, the receiver is a
high-precision electronic instrument and should be treated with
reasonable care.
WARNING – Operating or storing the Trimble R8 receiver outside the
specified temperature range can damage it. For more information, see
Chapter 17, Specifications.
C
High-power signals from a nearby radio or radar transmitter can
overwhelm the receiver circuits. This does not harm the instrument,
but it can prevent the receiver electronics from functioning correctly.
Avoid using the receiver within 400 meters of powerful radar,
television, or other transmitters. Low-power transmitters such as those
used in cellphones and two-way radios normally do not interfere with
receiver operations.
For more information, contact your local Trimble distributor.
12.4
COCOM Limits
The U.S. Department of Commerce requires that all exportable GPS
products contain performance limitations so that they cannot be used
in a manner that could threaten the security of the United States. The
following limitations are implemented on the Trimble R8 receiver.
Immediate access to satellite measurements and navigation results is
disabled when the receiver’s velocity is computed to be greater than
1000 knots, or its altitude is computed to be above 18,000 meters. The
receiver continuously resets until the COCOM situation is cleared.
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Setting up the Receiver
13.1
Introduction
This chapter provides general information on setup, connection, and
cabling for the Trimble R8 receiver.
13.2
All operating controls on the Trimble R8 receiver are located on the
front panel. Serial ports and connectors are located on the bottom of
the unit.
132.1
Front panel
Figure 13.1 shows a front view of the Trimble R8 receiver. The front
panel contains the three indicator LEDs, and the power button.
Figure 13.1 Trimble R8 receiver front panel
The power button controls the receiver’s power on or off functions.
The indicator LEDs show the status of power, satellite tracking, and
radio reception. For more information, see LED Behavior, page 125.
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132.2
Lower housing
Figure 13.2 shows the lower housing of the Trimble R8 receiver. The
lower housing contains the two serial ports, one TNC radio antenna or
GSM antenna connector (depending on the internal communication
module ordered), the removable battery compartment and the 5/8-11
threaded insert.
Radio
antenna
connection
Port 2
Port 1
Figure 13.2 Trimble R8 lower housing
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Each port or connector on the Trimble R8 receiver is marked with an
icon to indicate its main function, as shown in Table 13.1.
Table 13.1
Icon
Trimble R8 receiver ports
Name
Connections
Port 1
Port 2
RADIO
Device, computer, external radio, power in
Device, computer, external radio
Radio communications antenna
Port 1 is a 7-pin 0-shell LEMO connector that supports RS-232
comms and external power input. Port 1 has no power outputs.
Port 2 is a DB-9 male connector that allows for full 9-pin RS-232
comms. Port 2 does not support power in or out. For more information
on default port settings, see Chapter 18, Default Settings. For more
information on connector pinouts, see Chapter 19, Cables and
Connectors.
The TNC connector is for connecting a radio antenna to the
Trimble R8 internal radio. A whip “rubber duck” antenna is supplied
with the system for units with internal UHF or 900 MHz radios. This
connector is not used if you are using an external UHF radio or GSM.
External UHF or GSM antenna
Depending on which module you have purchased, use this TNC
connection for an external antenna to enhance the UHF or GSM.
The UHF antenna is approximately 16.5 cm (6.5 inches) long, and
round. The GSM antenna is approximately 16.5 cm (6.5 inches), and
flatter than the UHF antenna. Make sure that you use the correct
antenna or the signal will be degraded.
For more information on connecting the Trimble R8, see the following
sections in this chapter.
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13.3
Setup Guidelines
Consider the following guidelines when setting up the Trimble R8
receiver.
Caution – You must maintain a minimum separation distance of 20 cm
(approximately 8 in.) between yourself and the radiating GSM antenna for
this device to satisfy the RF Exposure requirements of the FCC.
For mobile operation, the maximum gain of the GSM antenna must not
exceed 0 dBi.
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133.1
Environmental conditions
Although the Trimble R8 receiver has a waterproof housing,
reasonable care should be taken to protect the unit. Avoid exposure to
extreme environmental conditions, including:
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Water
Heat greater than 65 °C (149 °F)
Cold less than –40 °C (–40 °F)
Corrosive fluids and gases
133.2
Sources of electrical interference
Avoid the following sources of electrical and magnetic noise:
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•
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•
•
•
•
Gasoline engines (spark plugs)
Televisions and PC monitors
Alternators and generators
Electric motors
Equipment with DC-to-AC converters
Fluorescent lights
Switching power supplies
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133.3
General guidelines
The following guidelines apply whenever you set up your receiver for
operation:
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When plugging in a Lemo cable, make sure that the red dots on
the receiver port and the cable connector line up. Never use
force to plug cables in, as this may damage the connector pins.
•
When disconnecting a Lemo cable, grasp the cable by the
sliding collar or lanyard and pull the cable connector straight
out of the port. Do not twist the connector or pull on the cable
itself.
•
•
To securely connect a TNC cable, align the cable connector
with the receiver receptacle, then thread the cable connector
onto the receptacle until it is snug.
To insert the internal battery place the battery in the battery
compartment, ensuring that the contact points are in the correct
position to align with the contacts in the receiver. Slide the
battery and compartment as a unit upward into the receiver until
the battery compartment latches are locked into position.
13.4
Pole-Mounted Setup
Figure 13.3 shows the pole-mounted setup for the Trimble R8
receiver. To mount the receiver on a range pole:
1. Thread the unit onto the range pole.
2. Attach the controller bracket to the pole.
3. Insert the controller into the bracket.
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4. If using the TSC1™, connect the data-i/o cable from Port 1 of
the receiver to a port on the TSC1. If using the Trimble ACU, or
TSCe with Bluecap module, no cabling is required, as shown in
Figure 13.3.
F
F
Trimble R8 GPS Receiver
ACU controller
Figure 13.3 Trimble R8 receiver pole-mounted setup
13.1
Other System Components
This section describes optional components that you can use with the
Trimble R8 receiver.
131.1
Radios
Radios are the most common data link for Real-Time Kinematic
(RTK) surveying. The Trimble R8 is available with an optional
internal radio in the 450 or 900 MHz UHF band, or with an internal
GSM module. You can also connect an external radio to either port,
whether the internal radio is installed or not.
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The Trimble R8 receiver supports the following Trimble base radios
with the internal 450 MHz or 900 MHz UHF radios:
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TRIMMARK™ 3
TRIMMARK IIe
TRIMTALK™ 450S
SiteNet™ 450
SiteNet 900
Trimble R8 internal 450 transmitter
Internal GSM setup
You can configure the receiver optional internal GSM Module using
the following software:
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Trimble Survey Controller
For more information, refer to the Trimble Survey Controller User
Guide.
Internal radio setup
You can configure the receiver optional internal radio using any of the
following software:
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•
•
GPS Configurator
WinFlash
Trimble Survey Controller™
For more information, refer to the GPS Configurator Help, the
WinFlash Help, or the Trimble Survey Controller User Guide.
By default, the internal radio has only a few “test” frequencies
installed at the factory. If you purchased the transmit option, the
broadcast frequencies must be programmed at the factory. You can
program the receive frequncies using WinFlash. For more information,
see WinFlash Software, page 141.
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131.2
Cellular modems and external radios
For a data communications link, you can use an internal or external
radio, or an internal or external cellular modem.
To connect an external cellular modem to a Trimble R8 receiver, you
need the following:
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A Trimble R8 receiver.
A cellular modem, or a cellphone that can transmit and receive
data.
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Serial (cellphone to DB9) cable (supplied with the cellular
modem or phone).
Note – For more information, refer to the document Using
Cellular and CDPD Modems for RTK, which is available from
the Trimble website.
Port 2 of the Trimble R8 supports full RS-232 protocol, and
should function properly with most cellular phone cables. Some
cellular units may require custom cabling.
Alternatively, the Trimble R8 also supports a cable-free
Bluetooth connection with Bluetooth enabled cell phones.
For more information on using an external cellular modem as a data
link, refer to the Trimble Survey Controller User Guide.
To connect an external radio modem to a Trimble R8 receiver, you
need the following:
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•
A Trimble R8 Receiver.
An external radio capable of receiving and decoding Trimble
data packets.
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Serial cable for either Port 1 or Port 2 of the Trimble R8, as
supplied by the radio manufacturer.
Radio mount for the range pole.
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14
14
General Operation
In this chapter:
Q Introduction
Q Button Functions
Q LED Behavior
Q Starting and Stopping the Receiver
Q Logging Data
Q Resetting to Defaults
Q Batteries and Power
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14.1
Introduction
Figure 14.1 shows the Trimble R8 receiver front panel controls for the
power on/off functions, or receiver reset. The LEDs provide power,
radio, data logging, and SV tracking status information.
F
Power button
Power/Data status
Radio
LEDs
SV Tracking
Figure 14.1 Controls and LEDs on front panel of the Trimble R8 receiver
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14.2
Button Functions
The Trimble R8 receiver has only one button, the Power button,
represented in this manual by p. Use p to switch the receiver on or
off, and to perform other functions, as described in Table 14.1.
Table 14.1
Action
Power button functions
Power button
Turn the receiver on
Press
Turn the receiver off
Hold for 2 seconds
Hold for 15 seconds
Hold for 15 seconds
Hold for 30 seconds
Delete the ephemeris file
Reset the receiver to factory defaults
Delete application files
Note – The term “press” indicates that you should press the button
and release it immediately. The term “hold” indicates that you should
press the button and hold it down until the time indicated has elapsed.
14.3
LED Behavior
The three LEDs on the front panel of the receiver indicate various
operating conditions. Generally, a lit or slowly flashing LED indicates
normal operation, a LED that is flashing quickly indicates a condition
that may require attention, and an unlit LED indicates that no
operation is occurring. The following table defines each possible LED
state.
The term …
Slow flash
Fast flash
On
means that the LED …
alternates on/off for 500 milliseconds.
alternates rapidly on/off for 100 milliseconds
is lit steady
Off
is unlit
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143.1
LED flash patterns
The following table details the possible flash patterns to indicate
various states of receiver operation.
Receiver mode
Power LED Radio LED
Satellite LED
Amber
Green
Green
Receiver OFF
Receiver ON:
OFF
OFF
OFF
Healthy power ON
Low power Fast flash
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Tracking <4 SVs
ON
ON
Fast flash
Slow flash
N/A
Tracking >4 SVs
Logging data
internally
Flashes off
every 3
seconds
Transmitting internally N/A
Flashes off when
transmitting
N/A
N/A
Receiving valid data
packets
ON
Slow flash
No data packets
ON
ON
OFF
N/A
ON
Receiver in Monitor
Slow flash
Note – If a column shows “N/A”, that specific LED may or may not be
on, but it is not relevant to that particular mode.
14.4
Starting and Stopping the Receiver
To turn on the receiver, press p.
To turn off the receiver, hold down p for two seconds.
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14.5
Logging Data
You can log data internally or to a Trimble controller.
145.1
Logging internally
The Trimble R8 receiver logs GPS data internally on 6 MB of internal
memory.
You can then use the Trimble Data Transfer utility to transfer logged
data files to the office computer. The transferred files are in Trimble
DAT (.dat) format.
WARNING – The Trimble R8 allows for a maximum of 200 files on the
internal memory. The filenames must be in 8.3 format, otherwise files
copied to the internal memory may cause data corruption or loss of data
when logging.
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Data is logged using the current logging settings configured in the
receiver. Data files logged internally are named automatically.
To begin internal logging, you must use a Trimble controller, or the
GPS Configurator utility. The Trimble R8 receiver does not have an
internal clock, so you can only conduct timed survey sessions if the
receiver has a continuous power supply.
When the internal memory is full, the receiver stops logging data, and
the Logging/Memory LED switches off. Existing data files are not
overwritten. You can use the Auto-delete option to override this action
and automatically delete the oldest files when the receiver memory is
full. However, you should use this option with caution because it can
lead to data loss.
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Table 14.2 shows approximate storage requirements for different
logging rates. The values shown are for a one-hour logging session
with six satellites visible.
Table 14.2
Storage requirements
Logging rate
10 Hz
Memory required
2,588 KB
335 KB
1 Hz
5 seconds
15 seconds
87 KB
37 KB
145.2
Logging to a Trimble controller
When the Trimble R8 receiver is connected to a Trimble controller,
you can log GPS data from the receiver to the controller, or to a PC
card inserted in the controller. When you use a Trimble controller, you
do not use the receiver’s controls. Instead, you use the controller
functions to set logging options, specify filenames, and control when
logging occurs.
Data is stored in job files, which can be transferred to your office
computer using Trimble’s Data Transfer utility.
For more information on logging data from a receiver using a Trimble
14.6
Resetting to Defaults
To reset the receiver to its factory default settings, hold down p for at
least 15 seconds.
For more information, see Default Settings, page 159.
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14.7
Batteries and Power
WARNING – Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. A
damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in
personal injury and/or property damage.
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To prevent injury or damage:
– Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged. Signs of
damage include, but are not limited to, discoloration, warping, and leaking
battery fluid.
– Do not expose the battery to fire, high temperature, or direct sunlight.
– Do not immerse the battery in water.
– Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather.
– Do not drop or puncture the battery.
– Do not open the battery or short-circuit its contacts.
The Trimble R8 receiver can be powered by its internal battery or by
an external power source connected to Port 1. Typically, one internal
2.0 ampere-hour battery provides approximately 5.5 hours of
operation during an RTK survey using the internal radio in rover mode
and approximately 3.5 hours of operation as an RTK base (this varies
according to temperature and wireless data rate).
If an external power source is connected to Port 1 it is used in
preference to the internal battery. When there is no external power
source connected, or if the external power supply fails, the internal
battery is used.
WARNING – Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery if it
appears to be leaking. Battery fluid is corrosive, and contact with it can
result in personal injury and/or property damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
– If the battery leaks, avoid contact with the battery fluid.
– If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with
clean water and seek medical attention. Do not rub your eyes!
– If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing, immediately use clean
water to wash off the battery fluid.
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The receiver is supplied with two rechargeable Lithium-ion batteries,
and a dual battery charger. The two batteries charge sequentially and
take approximately four hours each to fully charge.
147.1
Battery charging and storage
All battery types discharge over time when they are not being used.
Batteries also discharge faster in colder temperatures. If a Lithium-ion
battery is to be stored for long periods of time, make sure it is fully
charged before storing and re-charged at least every three months.
WARNING – Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery only in
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strict accordance with the instructions. Charging or using the battery in
unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in
personal injury and/or equipment damage.
To prevent injury or damage:
– Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking.
– Charge the Lithium-ion battery only in a Trimble product that is specified
to charge it. Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the
battery charger.
– Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning
odor.
– Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it.
– Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the
instructions in the product documentation.
Charging the Lithium-ion battery
The rechargeable Lithium-ion battery is supplied partially charged.
Charge the battery completely before using it for the first time. If the
battery has been stored for longer than six months, charge it before
use.
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To protect the battery from deep discharge (5 volts or less), the
Trimble R8 system is designed to switch batteries or cease drawing
power when the battery pack discharges to 5.9 volts.
A battery that has reached the deep discharge level cannot be
recharged and must be replaced. The following recommendations
provide optimal performance and extend the life of your batteries:
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•
•
Fully charge all new batteries prior to use.
Do not allow the batteries to discharge below 5 volts.
Keep all batteries on continuous charge when not in use.
Batteries may be kept on charge indefinitely without damage to
the receiver or batteries.
•
•
Do not store batteries in the receiver or external charger unless
power is applied.
If you must store the batteries, fully charge them before storing
and then recharge them at least every three months.
Disposing of the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Discharge the Lithium-ion battery before disposing of it. When
disposing of the battery, be sure to do so in an environmentally
sensitive manner. Adhere to any local and national regulations
concerning battery disposal or recycling.
147.2
Power output
The Trimble R8 receiver does not supply power from either of its two
ports.
147.3
Firmware
A receiver’s firmware is the program inside the receiver that controls
receiver operations and hardware. You can upgrade the firmware for
the Trimble R8 receiver using the WinFlash utility provided on the
Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and 5800 GPS Receivers CD.
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For more information, see WinFlash Software, page 141.
WARNING – Upgrading the firmware deletes all application files on the
receiver.
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Configuration
15.1
Introduction
The Trimble R8 receiver has no controls for changing settings. To
configure the receiver, use external software such as GPS
Configurator, WinFlash, or Trimble Survey Controller.
There are two ways to configure the receiver. You can:
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•
configure the receiver in real time
apply the settings in an application file
This chapter provides a brief overview of each of these methods and
describes the contents and use of application files.
15.2
Configuring the Receiver in Real Time
GPS Configurator and Trimble Survey Controller support real-time
configuration of the Trimble R8 receiver.
When you configure the receiver in real time, you use one of these
software applications to specify which settings you want to change.
When you apply the changes, the receiver settings change
immediately.
Any changes that you apply to the receiver are reflected in the current
application file, which is always present in the receiver. The current
application file always records the most recent configuration, so if you
apply further changes (either in real time or using an application file)
the current file is updated and there is no record of the changes that
you applied originally.
For more information on configuring the receiver in real time, see
Chapter 16, Software Utilities.
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15.3
An application file contains information for configuring a receiver. To
configure a receiver using an application file, you need to create the
application file, transfer it to the receiver, and then apply the file’s
settings. GPS Configurator does this for you automatically when you
work with configuration files.
For more information on applying application files, see Chapter 16,
Software Utilities.
15.4
Application Files
An application file is organized into records. Each record stores
configuration information for a particular area of receiver operation.
Application files can include the following records:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
File Storage
General Controls
Serial Port Baud/Format
Reference Position
Logging Rate
SV Enable/Disable
Output Message
Antenna
Device Control
Static/Kinematic
Input Message
An application file does not have to contain all of these records. When
you apply an application file, any option that is not included in the
records in the file remains at its current setting. For example, if you
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apply an application file that only specifies the elevation mask to use,
all other settings remain as they were before the application file was
applied.
You can store up to twenty different application files in the receiver.
You can apply an application file’s settings at the time it is transferred
to the receiver, or at any time afterwards.
154.1
Special application files
The Trimble R8 receiver has three special application files, which
control important aspects of the receiver’s configuration.
The default application file (Default.cfg) contains the original receiver
configuration, and cannot be changed. This file configures the receiver
after it is reset. You can reset the receiver by holding down p for at
least 15 seconds, or by using the reset option in GPS Configurator.
For more information on the default receiver settings, see Default
Settings, page 159.
Although you cannot change or delete the default application file, you
can use a power up application file to override any or all of the default
settings.
Current application file
The current application file (Current.cfg) reflects the current receiver
configuration. Whenever you change the receiver’s configuration,
either in real time or by applying an application file, the current file
changes to match the new configuration.
You cannot delete the current file or change it directly, but every
change to the receiver’s current configuration is applied to the current
file as well.
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When you switch off the receiver then turn it on again, all the settings
from the current application file are applied, so you do not lose any
changes that you have made. The only exceptions are the following
logging parameters:
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•
•
Logging rate
Position rate
Elevation mask
These parameters are always reset to the factory default values
whenever the receiver is switched off.
Power Up application file
The power up application file (Power_up.cfg) is used to set the
receiver to a specific configuration any time the unit is powered up.
You can specify that the receiver is reset to defaults before the power
up settings are applied. This ensures that restarting the receiver always
resets it to factory defaults prior to applying the power up application
file.
Alternatively, you can specify that the power up settings are applied
immediately after the current application file’s settings have been
applied. Restarting the receiver results in a configuration that uses
your default settings for the options you define in the power up file,
but the current settings for all other options.
By default, there is no POWER_UP application file on the receiver. To
use a power up application file, you must create and save a
POWER_UP application file in GPS Configurator. If you save this file
to disk, the file is called Power_up.cfg. The extension .cfg is used by
convention to identify application files on the office computer. When
you transfer this file to the receiver, the file is saved on the receiver as
POWER_UP, and becomes the new power up file.
The power up file is the only special application file that you can
overwrite or delete from the receiver.
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154.2
Applying application files
An application file’s settings do not affect the receiver’s configuration
until you apply the application file. You can do this at the same time
that you save the file. Alternatively, you can save the file on the
computer or in the receiver, then open it later and apply its settings.
154.3
Storing application files
You can store application files that you create in GPS Configurator on
the receiver and on the computer. For example, each file can represent
a different user sharing the same receiver, or a particular mode of
operation or survey style. Saving application files on your computer as
well as in your receiver is optional, but it is useful because:
•
•
•
it gives you a permanent copy of the settings you have sent to a
receiver, for audit or your own reference.
you can use the same file to configure multiple receivers
identically.
you can use an existing application file as a template for
creating other application files with similar settings.
154.4
Naming application files
The application filename in the office computer and in the receiver are
always the same. This makes it easier to recognize and keep track of
your application files.
When you change the name of the application file in the receiver, this
changes the application filename on your computer. When you
transfer an application file from the receiver and save it to the
computer, the system renames the file to match the internal receiver
file. However, if you use Windows Explorer, for example, to change
the .cfg filename on the computer, this does not change the internal
receiver filename. This means that the GPS receiver does not
recognize the change to the filename on the computer.
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16.1
Introduction
This chapter provides information on the software utilities that you
can use with the Trimble R8 receiver.
16.2
GPS Configurator Software
GPS Configurator is office software that configures selected Trimble
GPS receivers.
GPS Configurator lets you:
•
edit and save configuration files to the receiver and the
computer
•
•
check current receiver settings and operation
configure receiver settings with your office computer
162.1
Installing GPS Configurator
A copy of GPS Configurator is included on the Trimble R7,
Trimble R8, 5700, and 5800 GPS Receivers CD.
To install the software:
1. Insert the CD into the CD drive on your computer.
2. From the main menu select Install individual software
packages.
3. Select Install GPS Configurator vX.XX.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions.
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160.1
Configuring the Trimble R8 receiver
To configure a Trimble R8 receiver using GPS Configurator:
1. Connect Port 1 or 2 on the receiver to a serial (COM) port on
the computer and apply power.
2. To start GPS Configurator, click
, then select
Programs / Trimble / GPS Configurator / GPS Configurator.
3. Select Trimble R8 in the Device Type dialog.
The software automatically establishes a connection with the
receiver.
4. Make appropriate selections for your required receiver settings.
For more information, refer to the GPS Configurator Help.
5. Click Apply.
The settings in GPS Configurator are applied to the receiver.
16.1
WinFlash Software
WinFlash communicates with Trimble products to perform various
functions including:
•
•
installing software, firmware, and option upgrades
running diagnostics (for example, retrieving configuration
information)
•
configuring radios
For more information, online help is also available when using
WinFlash.
Note – WinFlash runs on Microsoft Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, Me, or
XP operating systems.
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161.1
Installing WinFlash
WinFlash can be installed from the Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and
5800 GPS Receivers CD, or from the Trimble website.
Installing WinFlash from the CD
1. Insert the disk into the CD drive on your computer.
2. From the main menu select Install individual software
packages.
3. Select Install WinFlash vX.XX with Trimble R8 drivers and
firmware.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
160.1
Upgrading firmware
Your Trimble R8 receiver is supplied with the latest version of receiver
firmware installed. If a later version becomes available, upgrade the
firmware installed on your receiver.
WinFlash guides you through the firmware upgrade process. The steps
required are described below. For more information, refer to the
WinFlash Help.
To upgrade the Trimble R8 receiver firmware:
1. Start WinFlash.
The Device Configuration screen appears.
2. From the Device type list select Trimble R8 Receiver.
3. From the PC serial port field select the serial (COM) port on
the computer that the receiver is connected to.
4. Click Next.
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The Operation Selection screen appears. The Operations list
shows all of the supported operations for the selected device. A
description of the selected operation is shown in the Description
field.
5. Select GPS software upgrade and click Next.
The GPS Software Selection window appears. This screen
prompts you to select the software that you want to install on
the receiver.
6. Select the latest version from the Available Software list and
click Next.
The Settings Review window appears. This screen prompts you
to connect the receiver, suggests a connection method, and then
lists the receiver configuration and selected operation.
7. If all is correct, click Finish.
Based on the selections shown above, the Software Upgrade
window appears and shows the status of the operation (for
example, Establishing communication with the Trimble R8. Please wait ...)
8. Click OK.
The Software Upgrade window appears again and states that the
operation was completed successfully.
9. Click Menu to select another operation, or click Exit to quit
WinFlash.
10. If you click Exit, another screen appears asking you to confirm
that you want to quit WinFlash. Click OK.
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160.1
Adding frequencies for the 450 MHz internal radio
If your Trimble R8 receiver has the optional internal 450 MHz radio
installed, you must use WinFlash to add receiving frequencies to the
default list. If you purchased the transmit option, the broadcast
frequencies must be programmed at the factory.
To add radio receiving frequencies:
1. Start WinFlash.
The Device Configuration screen appears.
2. From the Device type list select Trimble R8 Receiver.
3. From the PC serial port field select the serial (COM) port on
the computer that the receiver is connected to.
4. Click Next.
The Operation Selection screen appears. The Operations list
shows all of the supported operations for the selected device. A
description of the selected operation is shown in the Description
field.
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5. Select Configure Radio and click Next.
The Frequency Selection window appears:
6. In the Wireless Format group, select the appropriate channel and
wireless mode. The Wireless Mode must be the same for all
radios in your network.
7. In the Specify Frequency field, enter the frequency you require.
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8. Click Add. The new frequency appears in the Selected
Frequencies list.
Note – The frequencies that you program must conform to the
channel spacing and minimum tuning requirements for the
radio. To view this information, click Radio Info. You may
select either 12.5 or 25 kHz channel spacing. All radios in your
network must use the same channel spacing.
9. When you have configured all the frequencies you require, click
OK.
WinFlash updates the receiver radio frequencies and then
restarts the receiver.
Note – You can only configure receive frequencies. The FCC approved
transmit frequencies must be specified and configured by Trimble.
160.1
Configuring the internal 900 MHz radio setup
To configure the internal 900 MHz radio, use one of the following:
•
•
Trimble Survey Controller running on a Trimble controller
WinFlash (provided on the Trimble R7, Trimble R8, 5700, and
5800 GPS Receivers CD)
The internal radio has 40 available networks. You must choose the
same network that is configured in the base radio you want to receive
from.
Trimble Survey Controller
To configure your radio network using Trimble Survey Controller:
1. Connect to the Trimble R8 receiver with Bluetooth (or the
appropriate data cable if necessary).
2. From the main menu on the controller, select Configuration.
3. In the dialog that appears, select Survey styles, then from the
Type field, select RTK.
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4. Select Rover radio, then from the Type field select Trimble
Internal.
5. Tap the ! softkey.
6. Once connected, in the Network number field enter the number
of the network set on your base radio.
Note – The Base Radio Mode field is not used here.
7. Tap the E softkey to complete configuration.
WinFlash
To configure the radio network using WinFlash:
1. Connect the data/power cable to Port 1 on the receiver.
2. Connect the female DE-9 connector on the other end of the
data/power cable to a serial (COM) port on the computer.
3. Start WinFlash. The Device Configuration dialog appears.
4. From the Device type list, select Trimble R8 Receiver.
5. From the PC serial port field, select the serial port on the
computer that the receiver is connected to and click Next.
6. From the Operation selection dialog, select Configure radio and
click Next.
7. Confirm that your current settings are correct and click Finish.
The Configure 900MHz radio dialog appears.
8. In the Network number field, select the same network that is set
on your base radio.
9. In the Country setting field, select one of the following
(according to how your base radio was shipped):
–
Your country (if available). This sets the radio to the a
specific frequency range being transmitted by the base
radio.
–
A single frequency. This limits the frequencies used to
those authorized in your particular country.
10. Click OK.
WinFlash updates the radio settings and then restarts the receiver.
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160.1
Configuring the internal transceiver
Use the WinFlash Internal Transceiver Configuration dialog to
configure the Trimble R8 internal transceiver.
Tip – To view a list of all radio information, including the current
configuration, click Radio Info.
B
1. Select the Current Channel, which determines the radio
operating frequency.
2. Select the Wireless Mode, which determines the over-the-air
communications parameters. The following example shows a
rover setup:
To reduce battery consumption on your base receiver, set the
wireless mode as high as possible. For example, 9600 bps
consumes half the power of 4800 bps for the same data format
and time of operation.
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Note – All radios in the network must be configured with the
same wireless setting.
3. Select the appropriate operating mode, depending on how you
intend to use the receiver, for example, Base with No Repeaters:
4. Select one of the following channel sharing configurations (base
modes only; not available for rover):
–
Off. The carrier detect mode is off. The unit will ignore
other transmissions on your frequency and continue to
transmit data.
Note – It may be illegal in your country of use to set
channel sharing to Off. You may be subject to penalties or
fines based upon the specific licensing requirements for
your country of use. Please consult your radio license
documentation or licensing agency for operational
guidelines.
–
Avoid Weak Signals.The carrier detect mode is on. The
radio will cease transmitting if it detects another radio
transmission on its frequency. It will resume transmission
when the channel is free of radio traffic.
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Avoid Strong Signals. The carrier detect mode is on, but
the radio will stop transmitting only when there is a strong
signal present (receive level greater than 90 dBm).
5. If you are operating in Base mode, select the Enable Station ID
check box and then enter your call sign in the Call Sign field.
This FCC requirement is for U.S. licensed users. It sets your
radio to transmit your call sign in Morse code every 15 minutes.
6. To update the configuration, click OK.
In the Status dialog that appears, select an option to return to the
main menu or to exit WinFlash.
Tip – You can print or save the radio configuration information for future
reference. If required, you can fax or e-mail the file to Trimble Support to
aid in troubleshooting radio problems.
B
Updating the frequency list
You can program the internal transceiver modem with a list of up to 20
frequencies, which are stored in non-volatile memory. This list is
pre-configured based on the frequencies that you requested when you
ordered the unit. Government regulations stipulate that only
manufacturers or authorized dealers can create this frequency list and
that all frequencies programmed into a unit must comply with the host
country regulations. If you need to add, delete, or replace frequencies,
contact your Trimble dealer, and provide the radio modem serial
number and an updated list of the frequencies you require. Once you
receive the frequency file, you can upgrade the radio using WinFlash.
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Specifications
17.1
Introduction
This chapter details the specifications of the Trimble R8 receiver.
17.2
Physical Specifications
Table 17.1 lists physical specifications for the Trimble R8 receiver.
Table 17.1
Physical specifications
Specification
Feature
Size
19cm (7.5") wide x 10cm (3.9") deep
including connectors
Weight: with internal battery
and radio
1.31 kg (2.13 lbs)
Operating times on internal
battery
450 MHz receive/transmit: 3.5 hours (varies
with temperature and wireless data rate)
GSM: 3.8 hours (varies with temperature)
Battery life
(at 20 °C)
Approximately 5.5 hours for one 2.0 ah
Lithium-ion battery
External Power input
11–28 V DC
a
Operating temperature
–40 °C to +65 °C (–40 °F to +149 °F)
–40 °C to +70 °C (–40 °F to +157 °F)
100% condensing, unit fully sealed
Dust-proof, shock- and vibration-resistant
Storage temperature
Humidity
Casing
aReceiver will operate normally to –40 °C. Bluetooth module, GSM module, and internal
batteries are rated to –20 °C.
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17.3
Positioning Specifications
Table 17.2 lists positioning specifications for the Trimble R8 receiver.
Table 17.2
Positioning specifications
Positioning
Mode
Horizontal accuracy Vertical accuracy
(RMS)
(RMS)
RTK (OTF)
Synchronized
Low Latency
1 cm + 1 ppm
(× baseline length)
2 cm + 1 ppm
(× baseline length)
2 cm + 2 ppm
(× baseline length)
3 cm + 2 ppm
(× baseline length)
a
a
L1 C/A Code
Phase
Synchronized/
Low Latency
.25m + 1ppm RMS
.50m + 1ppm RMS
Static/
N/A
5 mm + 0.5 ppm
5 mm + 1 ppm
FastStatic
(× baseline length)
(× baseline length)
b
b
WAAS
N/A
Less than 5 m
Less than 5 m
aDepends on radio link latency.
b3D RMS values depend on WAAS system performance.
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17.4
Technical Specifications
Table 17.3 lists technical specifications for the Trimble R8 receiver.
Table 17.3
Technical specifications
Specification
Feature
Tracking
24 Channels L1 C/A Code, L2C, L1/L2 Full Cycle
Carrier, WAAS/EGNOS support
Fully operational during P-code encryption
WAAS satellite tracking
Signal processing
Maxwell V architecture
Very low-noise C/A code processing
Multipath suppression
Start-up
Cold start: < 60 seconds from power on
Warm start: < 30 seconds with recent ephemeris
Initialization
Automatic while moving or static
Minimum
initialization time
10 sec + 0.5 × baseline length (km)
Communications
Two RS-232 serial ports (Port 1, Port 2,)
Port 1: Baud Rates up to 115,200 bps
Port 2: Baud Rates up to 115,200 bps
RTS/CTS flow control negotiation supported on Port 2
only
Bluetooth communications with Trimble ACU or TSCe
with Bluecap module
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Table 17.3
Technical specifications (continued)
Feature
Specification
Transmit radio
Transmit power: 0.5 watts
Wireless data rate: 4800, 8000, 9600, 16000, and
19200
Frequency bands: 410-430MHz, 430-450MHz,
450-470MHz
Channel Spacing: 12.5kHz and 25kHz
Number of channels: Total of 20 factory
pre-programmed transmit frequencies or user
configured receive frequencies
RF modulation format: Gaussian Minimum Shift Keying
(GMSK) at 4800, 8000, 9600, 16000, and 19200 bps
Range: Optimal 10 km (line of sight); Typical: 3–5 km
(varies with terrain and operational conditions)
Battery life: Up to 3.5 hours (varies with temperature
and wireless data rate)
GSM module
Certification: Class B Part 15, 22, 24
FCC certification: 850/1900
Class 10 GSM module
CE Mark approval
C-tick approval
GSM: type approvals are country specific. For more
information, contact your Trimble representative.
Bluetooth
Type approvals are country specific. For more
information, contact your Trimble representative.
Configuration
Output formats
Through user-definable application files or GPS
Configurator
NMEA-0183: AVR; GGA; GSA; GST; GSV;
PTNL,GGK; PTNL,GGK_SYNC; HDT; PTNL,PJK;
PTNL,PJT; ROT; PTNL,VGK; VHD; VTG; ZDA
GSOF (Trimble Binary Streamed Output)
RT17
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Default Settings
18.1
Introduction
All Trimble R8 receiver settings are stored in application files. The
default application file, DEFAULTS is stored permanently in the
receiver, and contains the factory default settings for the receiver.
Whenever the receiver is reset to its factory defaults, the current
settings (stored in the current application file, CURRENT) are reset to
the values in the default application file.
You cannot modify the default application file. However, if there is a
power up application file (POWER_UP) in the receiver, the settings in
this file can be applied immediately after the default application file,
overriding the factory defaults.
For more information about application files, see Application Files,
page 135.
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18.2
Default Settings
Table 18.1 defines the default settings for the Trimble R8 receiver, as
defined in the default application file.
Table 18.1
Default settings
Function
Factory default
All SVs enabled
13°
SV Enable
General Controls:
Elevation mask
PDOP mask
RTK positioning mode
Motion
7
Low Latency
Kinematic
115,200
8-None-1
None
Serial Port 1:
Serial Port 2:
Input Setup:
Baud rate
Format
Flow control
Baud rate
115,200
8-None-1
None
Format
Flow control
Station
Any
NMEA/ASCII (all messages)
Streamed output
All Ports Off
All Types Off
Offset = 00
RT17/Binary
All Ports Off
Reference position:
Antenna:
Latitude
0°
Longitude
0°
Altitude
0.00 m HAE
Trimble R8/5800 Internal
0.00 m
Type
Height (true vertical)
Group
All
Measurement method
Bottom of mount
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18.3
Resetting to Factory Defaults
To reset the Trimble R8 receiver to its factory defaults, do one of the
following:
•
•
Press and hold down p on the receiver for 15 seconds.
In GPS Configurator, select Connect to Receiver and then click
Reset receiver in the General tab.
183.1
Default behavior
The factory defaults specified above are applied whenever you start
the receiver. If a Power Up file is present in the receiver, its settings
are applied immediately after the default settings, so you can use a
Power Up file to define your own set of defaults.
183.2
Power up settings
When you turn the receiver off, any changes that you have made to
logging settings are lost and these settings are returned to the factory
defaults. Other settings remain as defined in the Current file. The next
time you turn on the receiver, the receiver checks for a Power Up file
and, if one is present, applies the settings in this file.
When you use p to turn the receiver
off then on again and …
then logging
settings are …
and all other settings
are …
you changed the receiver settings by
applying an application file
the factory defaults
the factory defaults
the last settings used
you changed the receiver settings using
configuration software
the last settings used
there is a Power Up application file in the
receiver
the factory defaults, or
those in the Power Up
file
the last settings used,
or those in the Power
Up file
a
aA factory default setting is used only if the setting is not defined in the Power Up file.
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Cables and Connectors
19.1
Introduction
This chapter provides pinout information for the Trimble R8 receiver
standard and optional cables. This information can be used to prepare
special cables for connecting the receiver to devices and instruments
not supported by the standard and optional cables.
19.2
Port 1 and 2 Connectors
Figure 19.1 shows the location of the Trimble R8 serial ports.
Port 1
Port 2
2
BARCODE S/N LABEL
Figure 19.1 Trimble R8 serial ports
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Figure 19.2 gives pinout requirements for the connector labeled
Port 1.
6
1
7
5
2
3
4
Figure 19.2 Port 1 connector
Figure 19.3 gives pinout requirements for the connector labeled
Port 2.
Pins 9 8 7 6
Pins 5 4 3 2 1
Figure 19.3 Port 2 connector
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Table 19.1 describes the pinout functionality.
Table 19.1
Pin
Trimble R8 port pinouts
Pinout function
Port 1 - 7-pin Lemo
Port 2 - DB-9
DCD
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Signal ground
- Power ground
TXD
RXD
TXD
N/C
DTR
N/C
Signal ground
DSR
+ Power in
TRXD
RTS
N/A
CTS
N/A
Ring indicator
19.3
Power/Serial Data Cables
Note – Table 19.2 gives pinout information for the data-I/O cable,
(PN 18532) which is supplied with the Trimble R8 receiver
Note – Table 19.2 assumes that the cable is attached to the connector
labeled Port 2.
Table 19.2
Data-I/O cable pinouts
DB-9 Female
9 Pin
DB-9 Female
9 pin
Pin
1-6
2
Function
Pin
4
Function
DCD5_232
RX5_232
TX5_232
DTR5_232
TX5_232
3
3
2
RX5_232
DCD5_232
4
DTR5_232
1-6
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Table 19.2
DB-9 Female
9 Pin
DB-9 Female
9 pin
Pin
5
Function
Pin
5
Function
GND
GND
7
RTS5_232
8
CTS5_232
RTS5_232
8
CTS5_232
7
9
no connection RI5_232
9
This data cable may be used for firmware upgrades and other
the receiver via Port 1, or from the internal battery.
Note – Table 19.3 gives pinout information for the power/serial data
cable, (PN 32345) which is optional for use with the Trimble R8
receiver. This cable can be used for firmware upgrades through Port 1,
while also supplying external power.
Note – Table 19.3 assumes that the cable is attached to the connector
labeled Port 1.
Table 19.3
Power/serial data cable pinouts
Lemo 0-shell
connector
Direction DE9-F connector
Power lead
2 Cond
7 Pin
7 Cond
Pin Function
Pin Color
Function
Signal ground
Color
Function
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
GND
5
Brown
↔
→
→
→
←
←
←
GND
Black
V-OUT
TX3_232
RTS/TXD
CTS/RXD
PWR_IN
RX3_232
2
8
7
Orange TXD
Blue
RTS
CTS
Green
Red
Power IN (+)
3
Yellow
TXD
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NMEA-0183 Output
A.1
Introduction
This appendix describes the formats of the subset of NMEA-0183
messages that are available for output by the receivers. For a copy of
the NMEA-0183 Standard, visit the National Marine Electronics
Association website at www.nmea.org.
A.2
NMEA-0183 Outputs
When NMEA-0183 output is enabled, a subset of NMEA-0183
messages can be output to external instruments and equipment
connected to the Trimble R7 serial ports. These NMEA-0183
messages let external devices use selected data collected or computed
by the GPS receiver.
All messages conform to the NMEA-0183 Version 3.01 format. All
begin with $ and end with a carriage return and a line feed. Data fields
follow comma (,) delimiters and are variable in length. Null fields still
follow comma (,) delimiters but contain no information.
An asterisk (*) delimiter and checksum value follow the last field of
data contained in an NMEA-0183 message. The checksum is the 8-bit
exclusive OR of all characters in the message, including the commas
between fields, but not including the $ and asterisk delimiters. The
hexadecimal result is converted to two ASCII characters (0–9, A–F).
The most significant character appears first.
Table A.1 summarizes the set of NMEA messages supported by the
Trimble R7 receiver, and shows the page where detailed information
about each message can be found.
Table A.1
NMEA message summary
Function
Message
Page
AVR
Time, yaw, tilt, range, mode, PDOP, and
174
number of SVs for Moving Baseline RTK
Time, position, and fix related data
GNSS DOP and active satellites
GGA
GSA
175
176
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Table A.1
Message
GST
Function
Page
177
Position error statistics
GSV
Number of SVs in view, PRN, elevation,
azimuth, and SNR
178
HDT
Heading from True North
178
179
PTNL,GGK
Time, position, position type and DOP
values
PTNL,GGK_SYNC
Time, synchronized position, position type
and DOP values
180
PTNL,PJK
PTNL,PJT
PTNL,VGK
PTNL,VHD
ROT
Local coordinate position output
Projection type
182
183
183
184
185
186
Time, locator vector, type and DOP values
Heading Information
Rate of turn
VTG
Actual track made good and speed over
ground
ZDA
UTC day, month, and year, and local time
zone offset
187
To enable or disable the output of individual NMEA messages, do one
of the following:
•
create an application file in GPS Configurator that contains
NMEA output settings and then send the file to the receiver.
•
add NMEA outputs in the Serial outputs tab of GPS
Configurator and then apply the settings.
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A.3
Common Message Elements
Each message contains:
•
A message ID consisting of $GP followed by the message type.
For example, the message ID of the GGA message is $GPGGA.
•
•
A comma
A number of fields that depend on message type, separated by
commas
•
•
An asterisk
A checksum value
Below is an example of a simple message with a message ID
($GPGGA), followed by 13 fields and checksum value:
$GPGGA,172814.0,3723.46587704,N,12202.26957864,W,2,6,
1.2,18.893,M,-25.669,M,2.0,0031*4F
A.3.1
Message values
The following values can be found in NMEA messages that the
receiver generates.
Latitude and Longitude
Latitude is represented as ddmm.mmmm and longitude is represented
as dddmm.mmmm, where:
•
•
dd or ddd is degrees
mm.mmmm is minutes and decimal fractions of minutes
Direction
Direction (north, south, east, or west) is represented by a single
character: N, S, E, or W.
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Time
Time values are presented in Universal Time Coordinated (UTC) and
are represented as hhmmss.cc, where:
•
•
•
•
hh is hours, from 00 to 23
mm is minutes
ss is seconds
cc is hundredths of seconds
A.4
NMEA Messages
When NMEA-0183 output is enabled, the following messages can be
generated.
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AVR
Time, Yaw, Tilt, Range for Moving Baseline RTK
The AVR message string is shown below, and Table A.2 describes the
message fields.
$PTNL,AVR,181059.6,+149.4688,Yaw,+0.0134,Tilt,,,60.191,3,
2.5,6*00
Table A.2
AVR message fields
Meaning
Field
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
UTC of vector fix
Yaw angle in degrees
Yaw
Tilt angle in degrees
Tilt
Reserved
Reserved
Range in meters
Quality indicator:
0:
1:
2:
3:
4:
Fix not available or invalid
Autonomous GPS fix
Differential carrier phase solution RTK (Float)
Differential carrier phase solution RTK (Fix)
Differential code-based solution, DGPS
10
11
PDOP
Number of satellites used in solution
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GGA
Time, Position, and Fix Related Data
An example of the GGA message string is shown below. Table A.3
describes the message fields.
$GPGGA,172814.0,3723.46587704,N,12202.26957864,W,
2,6,1.2,18.893,M,-25.669,M,2.0,0031*4F
Table A.3
GGA message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
UTC of position fix
Latitude
Direction of latitude:
N: North
S: South
4
5
Longitude
Direction of longitude:
E: East
W: West
6
GPS Quality indicator:
0: Fix not valid
1: GPS fix
2: Differential GPS fix
4: Real Time Kinematic, fixed integers
5: Real Time Kinematic, float integers
7
Number of SVs in use, range from 00 to 12
HDOP
8
9
Orthometric height (MSL reference)
M: unit of measure for height is meters
Geoid separation
10
11
12
M: geoid separation is measured in meters
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Table A.3
GGA message fields (continued)
Meaning
Field
13
Age of differential GPS data record, Type 1 or Type 9. Null field
when DGPS is not used.
14
Reference station ID, ranging from 0000 to 1023. A null field when
any reference station ID is selected and no corrections are
received.
GSA GNSS DOP and active satellites
An example of the GSA message string is shown below. Table A.4
describes the message fields.
$GPGSA,<1>,<2>,<3>,<3>,,,,,<3>,<3>,<3>,<4>,<5>,
<6>*<7><CR><LF>
Table A.4
GSA message fields
Field
Meaning
1
Mode 1, M = manual, A = automatic
2
3
Mode 2, Fix type, 1 = not available, 2 = 2D, 3 = 3D
PRN number, 01 to 32, of satellite used in solution, up to 12
transmitted
4
5
6
7
PDOP-Position dilution of precision, 0.5 to 99.9
HDOP-Horizontal dilution of precision, 0.5 to 99.9
VDOP-Vertical dilution of precision, 0.5 to 99.9
Checksum
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A
GST
Position Error Statistics
An example of the GST message string is shown below. Table A.5
describes the message fields.
$GPGST,172814.0,0.006,0.023,0.020,273.6,
0.023,0.020,0.031*6A
Table A.5
GST message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
UTC of position fix
RMS value of the pseudorange residuals (includes carrier phase
residuals during periods of RTK(float) and RTK(fixed) processing)
3
4
5
6
7
8
Error ellipse semi-major axis 1 sigma error, in meters
Error ellipse semi-minor axis 1 sigma error, in meters
Error ellipse orientation, degrees from true north
Latitude 1 sigma error, in meters
Longitude 1 sigma error, in meters
Height 1 sigma error, in meters
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GSV
Satellite Information
The GSV message string identifies the number of SVs in view, the
PRN numbers, elevations, azimuths, and SNR values. An example of
the GSV message string is shown below. Table A.6 describes the
message fields.
$GPGSV,4,1,13,02,02,213,,03,-3,000,,
11,00,121,,14,13,172,05*67
Table A.6
GSV message fields
Field
Meaning
1
Total number of messages of this type in this cycle
Message number
2
3
Total number of SVs visible
4
SV PRN number
5
Elevation, in degrees, 90° maximum
Azimuth, degrees from True North, 000° to 359°
SNR, 00–99 dB (null when not tracking)
Information about third SV, same format as fields 4–7
Information about fourth SV, same format as fields 4–7
6
7
8–11
12–15
16–19
HDT
Heading from True North
The HDT string is shown below, and Table A.7 describes the message
fields.
$GPHDT,123.456,T*00
Table A.7
Heading from true north fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
Heading in degrees
T: Indicates heading relative to True North
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PTNL,GGK
Time, Position, Position Type, DOP
An example of the PTNL,GGK message string is shown below.
Table A.8 describes the message fields.
$PTNL,GGK,172814.00,071296,
3723.46587704,N,12202.26957864,W,
3,06,1.7,EHT-6.777,M*48
Table A.8
PTNL,GGK message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
UTC of position fix
Date
Latitude
Direction of latitude:
N: North
S: South
5
6
Longitude
Direction of Longitude:
E: East
W: West
7
GPS Quality indicator:
0: Fix not available or invalid
1: Autonomous GPS fix
2: Differential, floating carrier phase integer-based solution,
RTK(float)
3: Differential, fixed carrier phase integer-based solution,
RTK(fixed)
4: Differential, code phase only solution (DGPS)
Number of satellites in fix
8
9
DOP of fix
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Table A.8
PTNL,GGK message fields (continued)
Meaning
Field
10
Ellipsoidal height of fix
11
M: ellipsoidal height is measured in meters
Note – The PTNL,GGK message is longer than the NMEA-0183
standard of 80 characters.
PTNL,GGK_SYNC
Time, Synchronized Position, Position Type, DOP
The PTNL,GGK_SYNC message has the same format as the
PTNL,GGK message, but outputs Synchronized 1 Hz positions even
in Low Latency mode. An example of the PTNL,GGK_SYNC
message string is shown below. Table A.9 describes the message
fields.
$PTNL,GGK_SYNC,172814.00,071296,
3723.46587704,N,12202.26957864,W,
3,06,1.7,EHT-6.777,M*48
Table A.9
PTNL,GGK_SYNC message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
UTC of position fix
Date
Latitude
Direction of latitude:
N: North
S: South
5
Longitude
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PTNL,GGK_SYNC message fields (continued)
Meaning
A
Table A.9
Field
6
Direction of Longitude:
E: East
W: West
7
GPS Quality indicator:
0: Fix not available or invalid
1: Autonomous GPS fix
2: Differential, floating carrier phase integer-based solution,
RTK(float)
3: Differential, fixed carrier phase integer-based solution,
RTK(fixed)
4: Differential, code phase only solution (DGPS)
Number of satellites in fix
8
9
DOP of fix
10
11
Ellipsoidal height of fix
M: ellipsoidal height is measured in meters
Note – The PTNL,GGK_SYNC message is longer than the
NMEA-0183 standard of 80 characters.
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PTNL,PJK
Local Coordinate Position Output
An example of the PTNL,PJK message string is shown below.
Table A.10 describes the message fields.
$PTNL,PJK,010717.00,081796,
+732646.511,N,+1731051.091,E,
1,05,2.7,EHT-28.345,M*7C
Table A.10 PTNL,PJK message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
UTC of position fix
Date
Northing, in meters
Direction of Northing will always be N (North)
Easting, in meters
Direction of Easting will always be E (East)
GPS Quality indicator:
0: Fix not available or invalid
1: Autonomous GPS fix
2: Differential, floating carrier phase integer-based solution,
RTK (float)
3: Differential, fixed carrier integer-based solution, RTK (fixed)
4: Differential, code phase only solution (DGPS)
8
Number of satellites in fix
DOP of fix
9
10
11
Ellipsoidal height of fix
M: ellipsoidal height is measured in meters
Note – The PTNL,PJK message is longer than the NMEA-0183
standard of 80 characters.
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PTNL,PJT
Projection Type
An example of the PTNL,PJT message string is shown below.
Table A.11 describes the message fields.
$PTNL,PJT,NAD83(Conus),California Zone 4 0404,*51
Table A.11 PTNL,PJT message fields
Field
Meaning
1
Coordinate system name (can include multiple words)
Projection name (can include multiple coordinates)
PTNL,VGK
Vector Information
An example of the PTNL,VGK message string is shown below.
Table A.12 describes the message fields.
$PTNL,VGK,160159.00,010997,-0000.161,
00009.985,-0000.002,3,07,1,4,M*0B
Table A.12 PTNL,VGK message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
5
UTC of vector in hhmmss.ss format
Date in mmddyy format
East component of vector, in meters
North component of vector, in meters
Up component of vector, in meters
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Table A.12 PTNL,VGK message fields (continued)
Field
Meaning
6
GPS quality indicator:
0: Fix not available or invalid
1: Autonomous GPS fix
2: Differential carrier phase solution RTK(float)
3: Differential carrier phase solution RTK(fix)
4: Differential code-based solution, DGPS
7
8
Number of satellites if fix solution
DOP of fix
PTNL,VHD
Heading Information
An example of the PTNL,VHD message string is shown below.
Table A.13 describes the message fields.
$PTNL,VHD,030556.00,093098,187.718,
-22.138,-76.929,-5.015,0.033,0.006,
3,07,2.4,M*22
Table A.13 PTNL,VHD message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
UTC of position, in hhmmss.ss,ddmmyy format
Date in mmddyy format
Azimuth
∆Azimuth/∆Time
Vertical Angle
∆Vertical/∆Time
Range
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Table A.13 PTNL,VHD message fields (continued)
A
Field
Meaning
8
9
∆Range/∆Time
Quality indicator:
0: Fix not available or invalid
1: Autonomous GPS fix
2: Differential carrier phase solution RTK(float)
3: Differential carrier phase solution RTK(fix)
10
11
Number of satellites used in solution
PDOP
ROT
Rate of Turn
The ROT string is shown below, and Table A.14 describes the message
fields.
$GPROT,35.6,A*4E
Table A.14 ROT message fields
Field
Meaning
1
Rate of turn, degrees/minutes, "–" indicates bow turns to
port
2
A: Valid data
V: Invalid data
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VTG
Actual Track Made Good Over and Speed Over Ground
An example of the VTG message string is shown below. Table A.15
describes the message fields.
$GPVTG,,T,,M,0.00,N,0.00,K*4E
Table A.15 VTG message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Track made good (degrees true)
T: track made good is relative to true north
Track made good (degrees magnetic)
M: track made good is relative to magnetic north
Speed, in knots
N: speed is measured in knots
Speed over ground in kilometers/hour (kph)
K: speed over ground is measured in kph
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ZDA
UTC Day, Month, And Year, and Local Time Zone Offset
An example of the ZDA message string is shown below. Table A.16
describes the message fields.
$GPZDA,172809,12,07,1996,00,00*45
Table A.16 ZDA message fields
Field
Meaning
1
2
3
4
5
6
UTC
Day, ranging between 01 and 31
Month, ranging between 01 and 12
Year
Local time zone offset from GMT, ranging from 00 to 13 hours
Local time zone offset from GMT, ranging from 00 to 59 minutes
Fields 5 and 6 together yield the total offset. For example, if field 5 is
–5 and field 6 is +15, local time is 5 hours and 15 minutes earlier than
GMT.
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RTCM Output
0.1
RTCM Output
Table B.1 shows the messages that are generated when you select a
specific RTCM version. The messages in the table are in the same
order as they appear in GPS Configurator. For the details of the
contents of individual messages, refer to the RTCM documentation.
Table B.1
RTCM output
Message
Selection
Version 2
1
1
1
1
1
3
3
3
3
22
59
USCG 9-3
9-3
RTCM/RTK 2.2+2.3
RTK Only 2.2+2.3
RTCM/RTK 2.3
RTK Only 2.3
RTCM/RTK 2.2
RTK Only 2.2
RTCM/RTK 2.1
RTK Only 2.1
RTCM/RTK 3.00
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
18
19
19
19
19
19
19
19
19
22
22
23
23
23
24
24
24
59
59
22
3
3
3
3
22
59
22
59
22
59
22
59
1004
1006
1008
1013
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B
0.2
Message Scheduling
Table B.2 describes the frequency at which messages are generated
when they are enabled in a base receiver.
Table B.2
Message scheduling
Type
1
Frequency
Every second
3
The 10th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that
Every second
9-3
18
19
22
23
24
Every second
Every second
The 5th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that
The 4th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that
The 4th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that
59-sub, 13 The 5th second after the first measurement, then every 10 seconds after that
1004
1006
1008
1013
Every second
Every 10 seconds
Every 10 seconds
Every 300 seconds
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C
Troubleshooting
An LED that is flashing quickly indicates a condition that may require
attention, and an unlit LED indicates that no operation is occurring.
Table C.1 describes some LED conditions, possible causes, and how
to solve them.
Table C.1
Condition
LED conditions
Possible cause
Solution
The SV Tracking LED is The receiver is in Monitor
lit solidly and the mode, ready for new
Logging/Memory LED firmware to be loaded or new
Power the receiver off or on.
Load the latest version of the
firmware, which you can download
from www.trimble.com/support.html
is flashing slowly.
options to be added.
The SV Tracking LED is The receiver is tracking fewer Wait until the SV Tracking LED is
not flashing. than four satellites. flashing slowly.
The radio antenna cable and Make sure that the GPS antenna
GPS antenna cable are
mixed up.
cable (with the yellow over-mould) is
connected between the yellow TNC
connector marked GPS and the GPS
antenna.
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Table C.2 describes some possible receiver issues, possible causes,
and how to solve them.
Table C.2
Issue
Receiver issues
Possible cause
Solution
The receiver does not External power too low.
power up.
Check the charge on the external
battery, and check the fuse if
applicable. Replace the battery if
necessary.
Internal power too low.
Check the charge on the internal
batteries and replace if necessary.
Ensure battery contacts are clean.
External power not properly
connected.
Check that the Lemo connection is
seated properly.
Check for broken or bent pins in the
connector.
Faulty power cable.
Try a different cable.
Check pinouts with multimeter to
ensure internal wiring is intact.
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Table C.2
Issue
Receiver issues (continued)
Possible cause
Solution
Receiver does not log Insufficient memory on the
Delete old files using the GPS
Configurator or Trimble Survey
Controller software, or by holding
down p for 30 seconds.
data.
CompactFlash card.
No CompactFlash card is
inserted.
Insert a CompactFlash card in the
receiver.
The CompactFlash card is not Remove the Compact Flash card and
seated properly.
reinsert it, making sure that it slides
into the housing easily and seats into
the pins.
The receiver is tracking fewer Wait until the SV Tracking LED is
than four satellites. flashing slowly.
The CompactFlash card is not Format the CompactFlash card using
formatted, or is corrupted.
GPS Configurator, or by holding down
p for 30 seconds.
If the problem persists, use GPS
Configurator to perform a full format.
The receiver is not
responding.
Receiver needs soft reset.
Receiver needs full reset.
Power down the receiver and power
back up.
Hold down p for 30 seconds.
If you want to retain data files, remove
the CompactFlash card first.
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Table C.2
Issue
Receiver issues (continued)
Possible cause
Solution
Using Trimble Survey Controller,
connect to the reference radio through
the receiver. If no connection is made,
connect directly to the radio and
Reference receiver is
not broadcasting.
Port settings between
reference receiver and radio
are incorrect.
change the port settings. Try to
connect through the receiver again to
ensure that they are communicating.
Faulty cable between receiver Try a different cable.
and radio.
Examine the ports for missing pins.
Use a multimeter to check pinouts.
No power to radio.
If the radio has its own power supply,
check the charge and connections.
If power is routed through the
receiver, ensure that the receiver’s
external power source is charged and
that power output on Port 3 is
enabled.
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Troubleshooting
Table C.2
Issue
Receiver issues (continued)
Possible cause
Solution
Roving receiver is not Reference receiver is not
See above.
receiving radio.
broadcasting.
Incorrect over air baud rates
Connect to the roving receiver’s radio
between reference and rover. and check to ensure it has the same
setting as the reference receiver.
Incorrect port settings
If the radio is receiving data (the
between roving external radio Logging/Memory LED is flashing) and
and receiver.
the receiver is not getting radio
communications, use Trimble Survey
Controller to check that the port
settings are correct.
The radio antenna cable and Make sure that the radio antenna
GPS antenna cable are mixed cable (with the blue over-mould) is
up.
connected between the blue TNC
connector marked RADIO and the
radio antenna.
The cellular modem does not Disable flow control on the modem.
have hardware flow control
Use a special cable. For more
enabled.
information, refer to the document
Using Cellular and CDPD Modems for
RTK, which is available from the
Trimble website.
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* (NMEA checksum delimiter) 172
, (NMEA field delimiter) 170
.cfg files 55–59, 68, 135–138
.dat files 66, 68
size 65
electrical interference 18, 117
whip 22, 28
application file
Numerics
1PPS output
configuring in real time 104
default settings 85
enabling in real time 104
pulse definition 102
applying 59, 138
158
Trimble R7 receiver 8, 82, 102–103
Default (Default.cfg) 56, 84, 136, 158
Default.cfg 84
deleting 39, 125
A
accuracy
deleting by formatting CompactFlash
card 44
maximum number 56, 136
naming 60, 138
centimeter-level 8, 110
submeter-level 8, 110
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overview 55, 135
bracket
insert 24
records 55, 135
storing 59, 138
receiver 24, 25
RPA 22
timed 40, 58, 90
applying application files 59, 138
ASCII
cable 95
time tags, definition 103
coaxial 97
B
RPA 16
backpack setup 28
baseline, moving 170
batteries
receiver at the same time 47
charging with TSCe/TSC1
for CompactFlash/USB door 13, 114
charging
minimum power to charge 46
standby 41
minimum time required 46
battery
input 9, 111
output 9, 111
LEDs 41
baud rate
output, default settings 85
coaxial cable, for connecting to GPS
antenna 97
default 85, 159
maximum 82, 154
binary output, default settings 85, 159
blue RPA cable 16, 198
blue TNC port 16, 198
Bluetooth 3
COCOM limits 10, 112
cold start, time required 82, 154
color-coded TNC ports 16
CompactFlash card
corrupted 196
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full 42
logging data to 42
transferring 65
132
CompactFlash/USB door catch 13, 114
configuring
controller
with serial connection 63
default settings
power supply 48
setup 26
corrupted CompactFlash card 196
Current application file 56, 84, 136, 158
current receiver configuration 136
Current.cfg 56, 84, 136, 158
factory 87
D
DAT files 65, 66
data
measurement rate 86
logging internally 42
logging to Trimble Survey
Controller 43, 128
transferring from the receiver 61
Data button 13, 38
data files
motion 85, 159
NMEA output 85, 159
overriding 136
Port 3 power output 85
position logging rate 86
reference position 86, 159
reference station 85, 159
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serial format 85, 159
SNR mask 85
power output on Port 3 49, 131
ephemeris file
Trimble R8 receiver 158
event marker input
defining 59
deleting files
event marker/1PPS
cable 95
cable pinouts 96
examples, of default behavior 87
in the receiver 68
delimiters, NMEA
batteries 46
135
diameter, of pole 24
dimensions
F
Trimble R7 receiver 80
Trimble R8 receiver 152
dual event marker input 8, 100
FastStatic surveying
features
1PPS output 8
automatic OTF (on-the-fly)
initialization 8, 110
E
electrical interference 18, 117
electronic interference 112
elevation mask
default 85, 159
enabling
centimeter accuracy 8, 110
charging batteries internally 9
CMR input and output 9, 111
CompactFlash card 9
extended RTK 8
1PPS output in real time 104
event marker input in real time 100
OTF data 8, 110
real-time positioning 8, 110
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RTK data 8, 110
full format 196
135
file types
.elf 68
.T01 66
DAT 65
ephemeris (.eph) 68
job 43, 128
Trimble R8 receiver 120, 134, 140
GPS LED See SV Tracking LED
GSA message 176
GSV message 178
files
deleting 68
firmware
guidelines for setting up receiver 19, 118
upgrading 50, 72, 132, 142
flashing LED 39, 125
flow control
H
default setting 85, 159
disabling on cellular modem 33, 121,
198
Heading Information message 184
Trimble R7 receiver 82
Trimble R8 receiver 154
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I
initialization
specifications 82, 154
input
CMR 9, 111
event marker 8, 99
RTCM 9, 111
Logging/Memory 40
135
installing
GPS Configurator software 70, 140
interference
limits, imposed by COCOM 10, 112
Lithium-ion battery
internal batteries
safety warning 45
charging 9
logging
minimum power to charge 46
operating time 45, 80, 152
standby 41
software 43, 128
internal radio
Trimble R7 receiver 31
Trimble R8 receiver 120
internal transmitter, R8 receiver 30
Logging Rate record, in application file 55,
135
logging rate, default 86
Logging/Memory LED 40
longitude, NMEA field format 172
Low Latency RTK mode, specifications 81,
153
J
job files 43, 128
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M
maximum
Memory LED See Logging/Memory LED
memory, full 42, 196
message ID, in NMEA messages 172
mobile phones 33, 121
motion, default settings 85, 159
interference 18, 117
output
operating controls 114
initialization
NMEA 9, 111, 169
RT17 82, 85, 155, 159
RTCM 9, 111
N
NMEA
Trimble R7 receiver 82
R7 92
PTNL,GGK 179
PTNL,GGK_SYNC 180
PTNL,PJK 182
pinouts
data/power cable 94, 164, 165
event marker/1PPS cable 96
serial ports 93, 163
pole diameter 24
pole-mounted setup
pole diameter 24
PTNL,PJT 183
PTNL,VGK 183
PTNL,VHD 184
summary 170
values 172
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Port 1
default baud rate 85, 159
icon 16, 116
pinout functions 93
Port 2
1PPS output 100
icon 16, 116
Trimble R7 receiver 57
PTNL,GGK message, Time, Position,
PTNL,PJK message 182
pulse, for 1PPS output 102
pinout functions 93
Port 3
pinout diagram 93, 163
Position Error Statistics message 177
position logging rate, default 86
positioning specifications 81, 153
postprocessed setup 20
power
Q
quick format 36, 43, 196
external 49
minimum to charge batteries 46
Power button 13, 38, 125
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R
RADIO port
full 196
soft 196
icon 16, 116
RPA 28
troubleshooting 198
radios
Trimble R8 receiver 119
RTCM output
default settings 85
messages 190
Trimble R7 receiver 9
receiver
safety 4
firmware files 68
resetting 136
Reference Position record, in application
file 55, 135
reference position, default 86, 159
reference receiver, charging batteries 47
reference station
serial format, default setting 85, 159
Serial Port Baud/Format record, in
application file 55, 135
serial ports
pinouts 93, 164
default settings 85, 159
reformatting CompactFlash card 44
registration 2
Trimble R7 receiver 8, 9, 15
setup
backpack 28
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153
signal processing 82, 154
size
T
T01 files 67
storage range 17, 80, 152
message 175
file 55
timed application file 58
specifications
physical 80, 152
standby, battery 41
file 55, 135
submeter-level accuracy 8, 110
supported file types 68
Survey Controller software See Trimble
Survey Controller software
SV Enable/Disable record, in application
file 55, 135
transceiver See Trimble R8 internal
transmitter
transferring
data files from CompactFlash card 66
data files from the receiver 61
Trimble Binary Streamed Output See GSOF
output
Trimble Format (CMR) See CMR format
Trimble R7 receiver
SV enabling, default settings 85, 159
SV Tracking LED 40
backpack setup 28
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buttons 38
internal radio 31
LEDs 39
files 56
mounting on pole 26
power supply 48
setup 26
126
output formats 82
postprocessed setup 20
Trimble R8 internal transmitter 30
buttons 125
internal radio 120
142
use and care of Trimble R7 receiver 9
UTC Day, Month, and Year, and Local Time
LEDs 125
files 136
parts of the receiver 114–116
resetting to factory defaults 125, 160
specifications 151–155
turning on and off 125, 126
upgrading firmware 132, 142
use and care 112
V
Trimble Survey Controller software
automatically enabling power
output 50
Vector Information message 183
voltage
minimum required to charge internal
batteries 46
of internal batteries 50
configuring the internal radio
with 120
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W
WAAS
Trimble R8 receiver 110
weight
Trimble R8 receiver 152
whip antenna 22
WinFLASH software
installing 72, 142
world wide web site 1, 34, 121
Y
yellow TNC port 16, 198
Z
ZDA message 187
Zephyr antenna 23
Zephyr Geodetic antenna 23
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