Hi,

Who knows the total station Pentax PCS-1s  and technical characteristics.

Hello

Has anybody experiences of working with Linertec Total Station?

Is it PENTAX or what?

Thanks.

Pentax Eth-20f manual 

We have recently acquired an eBee plus and interested in others experience and tips in optimizing the workflow in Agisoft, in particular using a geoid model where the local geoid model is not well defined (outside South Africa) We always use accurate ground control points to verify results. The geoid model is fairly well defined in South Africa with an accuracy or standard deviation of 7cm. Has anyone used a geoid specific to Africa and verified against true orthometric heights, and if so where?

Hi Guys 

I got my photo control and processing all figured out for Normal projects with good geometry but im having a hard time figuring out how to place and space control points for narrow road strip.

Check out this collection of Drone Surveying Videos for learning the basics related to surveying with UAVs and Drones.

I stumbled across a terrific resource called Drone Made which outlines the legality of operating drones in pretty much all countries of the world. Following drone rules can be a hard thing to do, especially if you are continuously travelling. We are a community of travellers from all around the world & created the first truly global and up to date Drone Laws World Map(s)!

European Drone Laws

Good afternoon,

I am just about to launch a new small business called Ground Control Surveys.

I live in Sydney, Australia.

The business will offer both UAV Mapping and Processing. 

Having read a whole lot of forums over the last few years, I have seen that there are a large number of people who want to take advantage of UAV's for mapping, but who don't have the time to experiment with all the processing software/s. 

For those local to my area, I can fly the drone (Licensed CASA pilot) and process the images.

But for those who may be interstate or overseas; I am more than happy to process the imagery that you may have taken.

I can also discuss the flight planning, ground control placement, camera settings etc with you, to ensure the imagery is of sufficient quality. 

I have refined the process over the last 2 years and have found that Photoscan allows for the most customisation, which, done correctly, leads to the most accurate results; however, if you require the imagery processed in similar software, that can usually be arranged. 

If anyone would like to know more, I can share with you my past projects and the accuracy analysis.

I can also assist with the analysis after the processing is complete eg. categorising the point cloud, creating a bare-Earth model, generating contours and exporting them as a DXF, creating a 10 x 10m grid and sampling heights at these locations etc.

Don't hesitate to ask any questions, I'm happy to share some quick tips on this or any related topics (QGIS, GlobalMapper etc).

Kind regards,

James Wallace

Hello there,
Can anyone send me a link to download an excel sheet capable of accepting field data (angles and measurements) for traverse computations. Perhaps on this site, or other sources online.
Failing that, does anyone have the formulas at hand for creating my own version.
Regards, Steve.

HI dear friends 

this is my first work that i have uploaded and its a spreadsheet of  leveling  using RISE and FALL method 

enjoy

This is a helpful download of GeoPro 2022, the premier spreadsheet tool designed specifically for your needs. Whether you're working on a simple or complex survey project, GeoPro 2022 has you covered with its comprehensive set of features and calculations. GeoPro 2022 streamlines the survey process and makes it easier for you to get the results you need.

With its user-friendly interface and intuitive design, you can perform complex calculations with ease and accuracy. Whether you're calculating elevations, determining the volume of a cut or fill, or performing any other survey-related calculation, GeoPro 2022 has the tools you need to get the job done. So why wait? Get your hands on GeoPro 2022 today and see how it can revolutionize the way you work. Download it now and take the first step towards improving your survey workflow. We're confident you'll love the results!

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With the attached excel files you can calculate Distance and Bearing from coordinates easily, just you have to input the Easting and Northing values only. I have created this excel spreadsheet to calculate BEARING and DISTANCE when we have easting northing coordinates of points.

With second version (v1APR)  you can calculate bearings from a list of coordinates) Originally the above file is regarding Traverse Calculation excel sheet download/Traversing/Closed Traverse/Bowditch Rule

Download EARTH WORKS CROSS SECTION VOLUME IN CU.M.xlsx

Hello friend,

Can someone who has an experience with Carlson surveCE answer me, I want to know if it's possible to perform a PPK survey using this field software, using Trimble or Topcon receivers, I dont need only to record raw data as I see in videos on YouTube, but need surveying points while recording data and typing   feature codes like Trimble Survey Controller or Topcon TopSurv software. Thanks.

Hi can anyone please help. I am splitting a large cadastral layout into managable portions. After doing the initial site localisation I want to use this same localisation file for each of the portions as separate surveys without revisiting all the points used in the localisation yet starting each portion as a new job. Is this possible? I thought of doing the localisation as a job then saving it to the pc, then renaming this file for each of the portions of 100+ plots being surveyed

I have a weird scale (1:14726.5) that just took over and can't get back to the usual Ex: 1"=50'. Carlson Support hasn't been able to help. We've tried different setting changes.Scale.pdf

Has anyone had this problem?

I am wondering if anyone has much experience with Digital Terrain Models. Is DTM a file format? Does Carlson support those files? Can I create a DTM with Carlson?

I am interested in creating a set of plan contours for a proposed landfill and would love to be able to load those proposed contours into our Trimble TSC2 data collector. I know how to create the contours and the TIN map, but how do I create a file that can be loaded into our collectors.

Am I completely lost, or has any one else tried something similar? Thanks for considering. Please feel free to redirect me to another forum.

hi. i hope there are people out there using embedded cad and can answer questions i can't find in there wonderful videos. 

we are converting over from the great antique land desktop 3. been using it for 20 years now but need to upgrade our survey software. i don't want to use civil 3d.

we have field genius and love it so we went with embedded cad. my biggest question is points. i just want to change the node from a dot to an X. they show you how in the intellicad version but not for embedded cad, popups don't look the same

In an official press release from Microsurvey, we learn of their new acquisition by Hexigon:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MicroSurvey Software Acquired by Hexagon

January 19th, 2012 – MicroSurvey is excited to announce that The Hexagon Group has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of MicroSurvey Software Inc., the leading Canadian based developer of surveying and mapping software for the land surveying, construction, and forensic markets.

"MicroSurvey has grown very rapidly in the last 2 years and the acquisition by Hexagon gives us the means to grow even faster and keep pace with the ever-growing customer demand. Our team is extremely excited about this acquisition as it provides us the vehicle for further investment in innovation and greater access to the market", stated Darcy Detlor, president of MicroSurvey Software. Mr. Detlor will continue as president of MicroSurvey.

Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, MicroSurvey currently employs 30 people. With a successful expansion of its footprint in recent years, today the company provides innovative software solutions to customers around the world.

"The acquisition of MicroSurvey notably expands Hexagon's product offerings and software development capabilities for several of our key markets including land surveying, construction and public safety." said Ola Rollen, CEO and President of Hexagon AB. "Additionally, both MicroSurvey's software products and Hexagon's instrument products enjoy strong leadership positions in these markets". "The ability to offer such comprehensive, market-leading and innovative solutions will undoubtedly benefit both current and future customers of Hexagon."

About MicroSurvey

MicroSurvey Software Inc. has been developing software and hardware solutions for surveying, forensic mapping, and data collection for over twenty-five years. With customers in over 100 countries, MicroSurvey Software is a two-time winner of PROFIT Magazine's 100 Fastest Growing Companies and a winner of the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Both have recognized MicroSurvey Software for its outstanding sales growth.

About Hexagon

Hexagon has over 12,500 employees in more than 40 countries and net sales of about 2,200 Million Euros. Their products are used in a broad range of industries including surveying, power and energy, aerospace and defence, safety and security, construction and manufacturing. Learn more at www.hexagon.com.

Press Release from Hexigon

News from GIM INternational

MicroSurvey has announced that The Hexagon Group has entered into an agreement to acquire all outstanding shares of MicroSurvey Software Inc., the leading Canada-based developer of surveying and mapping software for the land surveying, construction and forensic markets.

"MicroSurvey has grown very rapidly in the last 2 years and the acquisition by Hexagon gives us the means to grow even faster and keep pace with the ever-growing customer demand. Our team is extremely excited about this acquisition as it provides us the vehicle for further investment in innovation and greater access to the market", stated Darcy Detlor, president of MicroSurvey Software. Mr. Detlor will continue as president of MicroSurvey.

Headquartered in Kelowna, British Columbia, MicroSurvey currently employs 30 people. With a successful expansion of its footprint in recent years, today the company provides innovative software solutions to customers around the world.

"The acquisition of MicroSurvey notably expands Hexagon's product offerings and software development capabilities for several of our key markets including land surveying, construction and public safety," said Ola Rollen, CEO and president of Hexagon AB. "Additionally, both MicroSurvey's software products and Hexagon's instrument products enjoy strong leadership positions in these markets. The ability to offer such comprehensive, market-leading and innovative solutions will undoubtedly benefit both current and future customers of Hexagon."

Hi,

I am currently using starnet V6 and I am having a problem. Tried searching through the manuals and online help but no such luck. 

Currently I have a two traverse loops; One loop is the original loop which was done many years back, the second loop was recently done and contains part of the original loop and was done using assumed bearing and coordinates. I would like to know how to do a transformation of the loops and also find out the residuals of the original loop to know how much they have moved. 

Respected sir,

          Please help me to transform the latlon coordinates to UTM manually how can i solve it manually

THANK YOY

I  have a Leica tcr407 total station and would like some insight as well as an older firmware version.  I made a boo-boo and used wrong class when uploading and my machine is giving weak signal error 6.  eica said maybe upload a different version of firmware.  If anyone has this knowlege or the resource please advise.  Thanks

My Leica robotic displays a warning message that says, "Warning 60: Initialisation error...[sic]"

I "okay" it, and go to work without problems, but this is concerning.

I am having a difficult time finding a list of warning or error message descriptions from Leica.

Does anyone have any knowledge of the meaning of Leica warning messages or a link to access that information?

I reformatted the CF card, and even booted the machine without the card, figuring that Leica just wants to mess with my head about not using their proprietary memory card, lol, but the warning message appeared regardless.

If I only knew what it meant by "Initialisation error", I would be satisfied.

Leica should be ashamed that such information is not readily available, at least a list of warnings and errors in their ordinary documentation.

Sheesh!

Hi all.

i have infortunely deleted one job from my leica 1200 rover. please can somebody help me to recover it?

Hi guys
Can any help me for adding PDL GFU15 Modem list in GX1230 Receiver ??
Thanks For ALL

I've pulled a DTM-300 out of the closet after a company merger and I don't have the user manual.  I did a quick field test and found that it needs a vertical/horizontal angle adjustment.  Does anyone have a manual with instructions on how to do a field adjustment?

Hi all,

Looking for a manual for the subject auto-level.  In particular I need the specs for a proposal. My company doesn't have the manual.  If someone could scan the pertinent page I would be forever grateful. Thanks

email:[email protected]

Hi everyone. 

My MS1Ax total station has got a problem when loading on board TopSurv. 

When I start the program, I get this error message

If I go on, I can still use some functions, but for instance, if I try to make a resection using three points that I have previously recorded, I can’t see the list of the recorded points. In several instances, this error message gets back again.

I have also tried to replace the tpsOpts.dll file with the one that I have in another total station (whic works perfectly) but still the problem remains.

Could anyone help me sorting out this problem?

I attach here below the content of the erropr log file:

00000.000 ; 7 ; Program \ROMDisk\PROGRAM\TopSURV\tpsMain.exe started on 01/01/2006 00:13
00000.001 ; 7 ; Software: TS 8.2.1 Dec 09, 2011
00000.001 ; 7 ; Platform: Windows CE 5.0 (build 1400 )
00000.001 ; 7 ; Processors(1): ARM920 (5.4.8)
00000.004 ; 7 ; Total Memory: 61964288 bytes, Free Memory: 31334400 bytes, Total VM: 33554432 bytes, Free VM: 18350080 bytes, DLL Address: 0x1CD1000
00000.004 ; 7 ; Total Disk: 804503552 bytes, Free Disk: 753364992 bytes
00000.005 ; 7 ; Storage Mem: 15425536 bytes, Free Storage: 15051744 bytes
00000.019 ; 7 ; Number of files in \Temp 0
00000.031 ; 7 ; *** error in C:\GPT-9000\Ver8\source\TSTPS\tpsMain\apputils.cpp, line 668, err_code 0, last_error= 2
00000.038 ; 7 ; *** error in C:\GPT-9000\Ver8\source\TSTPS\tpsMain\apputils.cpp, line 669, err_code 0, last_error= 2
00011.434 ; 7 ; Geo loading time E = 0 D = 0 P = 1754
00019.120 ; 7 ; Could not load library \ROMDisk\PROGRAM\TopSURV\tpsOpts.dll err code = 193
00035.013 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.022 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.250 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.306 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.365 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.423 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.479 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.537 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.593 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.649 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.722 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.783 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.841 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.897 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00035.961 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00036.017 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00036.073 ; 7 ; DBGCHK c:\gpt-9000\ver8\source\communication\devicemodel.h @ 41
00036.238 ; 7 ; TotalStation Manufacturer: Sokkia
00036.238 ; 7 ; TotalStation Model: SRX
00036.238 ; 7 ; TotalStation Connection: Cable
00036.403 ; 7 ; Trying connection on: ports {COM7:} bauds {57600 460800 460800 460800 460800 460800 460800 460800} settings N/8/1 instrument TS
00055.983 ; 7 ; Could not load library \ROMDisk\PROGRAM\TopSURV\tpsOpts.dll err code = 193
00441.069 ; 7 ; Logging finished

Many thanks in advance

Massimo

I am having a heck of a time getting this gun to zero from my TSC3.  The gun seems to connect as soon as I run "Station Setup" from the collector, but when I tell it to backsight it beeps but does not zero and the collector says instrument error.

The baud rate is set to 1200, parity is even, stop bits 2.  I tried going up to 4800 on the baud, but I'm really grabbing at straws.  If anyone has any know how it is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Dan

Has anyone had any luck connecting Survey Pro to a DS-105? I have been told the 100 series' isn't compatible, but the 200 series is. We have used TDS and Survey Pro for 15 years and really like it. Recently we acquired a DS-105AC that came with a FC-500 and Magnet Field. To put it mildly, we do not like Magnet and sure would like to get back to Survey Pro. Any help would be much appreciated.

Good day again to all,

Are lcd can be repaired? I have a second thought of buying used instrument. I plan to buy a used topcon instrument model cs-20r but lcd is not clear. Can it be repaired? 

Thank you all. 

Hello there

I am very happy to have found this website and hope somebody is able to help me with the following:

I bought an TOPCON GTS-6B from a company that sells refurbished units and I have not been able to download my data files to a laptop. The provided manual (a scanned copy, very basic & limited) does not cover this subject at all. I need to solve this problem in the next couple of days but unfortunately we just entered a bank weekend Holiday. 

There is a 64 SRAM card inside the unit that stores the data, and I have been provided with a RS232 to USB connection cable. When I connect the total station and computer, my device manager (Windows 10) recognises there is a RS232-USB connection present. (at least that's the ONLY positive thing)

I have also been provided with a very old piece of software (1999) called T-COM version 1.1 which only shows download options for these machines:  1] GTS-700/710/800 and 2] GTS210/310/1000,

The GTS-6B is not showing here but I assume it should still work?  When I click download (either 1 or 2) the program just responds with ("download in progress" (which shows for less than a second)...and then showing:..."no response")

I suspect that I somehow need to use item [MENU page 3/3] as the following options are displayed

1: RAM PROGRAM
2: COMPUTER COM

I guess I need to select 2: (as I want to communicate with a computer?) , from there I get to the next screen showing:

1: SEND DATA
2: LOAD CORDS

When I select 1: it brings me to the next screen and shows  1: DATA1.D which should be my data file. When I select it and click START it says "sending" but I don't know where its sending it to as I cant see an option to set the T-COM program into receive mode.

I suspect that if they provided a RS232 - USB cable and software with download options I should be able to directly read the data from the card whilst it is sitting in the Total station.

Somebody told me I better buy a card reader but what type? Its a very old one and only reads TOPCON 64Kb and SRAM, it has 38 pinhole connectors. (female) I have attached some pics. There are no specifications for this card provided and I have no clue what reader would work and what  I should buy (and where, I prefer amazon prime)

I am getting pretty desperate so really hope there is somebody out there able to help me

I would really appreciate it in any case!

Thanks in advance

'

Kind regards

Michiel Luijken
Based in UK, Portsmouth

DOES ANYBODY KNOW OF A INSTRUMENT REPAIR FACILITY THAT WILL WORK ON THESE? PREFERABLY IN S.C.. THE TRIMBLE PEOPLE DON'T SUPPORT IT ANYMORE. THEY WILL WORK ON THEM BUT THEY ONLY REPLACE PARTS, WHICH ARE GETTING HARD TO FIND. THEY WON'T TRY TO FIX A COMPONENT.

Does anyone know how to remove & replace the internal CR2430 Lithium Coin Battery 3V on a Trimble 5600/Geodimeter Alpha CU kepad as in the photo. It has a clip holding it in place and I cant extract the battery. Any help much appreciated.

good evening all,

im looking for manuals, info, brochures... anything for our Trimble TTS 500. I recently acquired one of these with TSC1. I have searched and searched everywhere and nothing. Any help would be great! 

Hi all.

  I have a question about TBC- Trimble Business Center? Do you have to have the key to use this program? We have the TBC at work but it works if you insert the key. Any comments? Bye.

Maurice

Hey guys,

I'm trying to get my trimble style sheet to put my atribute before my code in the output.

code= settlement plate condition -->only 8 different conditions      K01

attribute= settlement plate number -->about 250 plates                1206

if i use the standard xls I found i reads 

pt,  code    attr    x           y          z     

1  ,  K01 , 1206 ,  1000,   1000,   ,1000  

but i need it to be 

1,  1206K01 ,1000 , 1000 , 1000. 

removing the comma between 1206 and K01 isn't a problem. thats just using textpad or something similar

having to relocate complete kolloms is to much editing and i would rather have my trimble do that.

thanks in advance.

Lourens Pepping 

Finding user manuals and guides for older surveying equipment can be a royal pain. Over time members have thankfully submitted their old operators documents and workflows. Lately, i have seen a rise in questions related to older Sokkia equipment so I figured I'd post a few hard-to-find manuals for your use. Hopefully one of these might come in handy for you.

Get to know the SDR8100 Data Collector using this Operators Manual

Looking to get that old SDR 31 data collector running again? This may help! Item specifics * Condition: Used * Brand: Sokkia * Operating System: 16-bit DOS Operating System * Installed Software: Embedded Sokkia Proprietary Program * Environmental Sealing: Not Environmentally Sealed * Installed Memory: 1MB Specifications: Physical and Environmental Characteristics: * Dimensions: 7.38 in. L x 3.0 in. W x 1.9 in. D * Weight: 15.5 oz. (44 grams) including battery. * Power: Disposable; 9 volt alkaline * ESD: 15 kV electrostatic discharge to all surfaces without loss of of data in RAM memory * Drop: Withstands up to 4.5-foot drop to concrete * Environmental: Limited Sealing against dust and rain. * Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing * Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104° F (0°C to 40° C) * Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140° F (-20°C to 60° C) This Data Collector is configured with: * Monochrome Display * 80c88 type (8 MHz/V25) Processor * DOS Operating System * 1MB RAM * Sokkia SDR31 Expert Software: Ver. 04-04.27 * 46-Key Keypad with 2 Side Triggers * Instrument Cable for Sokkia & Topcon Total Stations * Runs on 1 Standard 9-Volt Alkaline Battery

How about that dusty SDR 33 datalogger? Try This!

Looking for something different? Tell us in the comments below. Alternatively, you can also send a private request for surveying equipment manuals here.

Hello

I wish you all the best for New Year from Bosnia

Does anyone use Sokkia SET-X (1X or 3X or..) total station with Survce software?

I am using Carlson Survey.  The two units are listed in the gps equipment list.  The data collector can not find the receiver.  I have checked cables, settings, default settings what is the problem.

I am using an HP IPAQ to do rtk work with these machines, no problem.

Any ideas would be helpful.

Thanks,

Doug

how can i set out a local coordinate using  Sokkia GRX 2 can you help me please =(

Dear friends

I have a Sokkia SRX3 Robotic Total Station and a RC-PR4 remote but I cant connect them together. I have connected the RC-PR4 with my Controler but it cont be connected with the SRX3.

The SRX3 can be connented with my controler and works without RC-PR4.

What can I do to connect them together