A3524 Hiper AG GPS Manual Rev 1.1

Topcon Hiper-AG GPS Manual

Part Number A3524Rev. 1.1

Copyright Topcon Precision AgricultureMarch, 2008

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Table of ContentsPreface............................................................................ 1-1 Terms and Conditions.................................................................. 1-1 Manual Conventions ................................................................... 1-6 Chapter 2Introduction .................................................................... 2-1 Chapter 3Using this Manual .......................................................... 3-1 Chapter 4Overview of Hiper-AG GPS receiver ............................ 4-1Layout of Hiper-AG Front Panel ........................................................ 4-1Functions ............................................................................................. 4-1

Chapter 5Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station 5-1Required components .......................................................................... 5-1Connecting the Power/ Communications cable .................................. 5-1Connect UHF Antenna ........................................................................ 5-3Positioning .......................................................................................... 5-4Indicator LEDs .................................................................................... 5-5Switching the Hiper-AG ON............................................................... 5-5

Chapter 6Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station . 6-1Required Components ......................................................................... 6-1Configuration ...................................................................................... 6-2 Mounting Location .............................................................................. 6-2Using the Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station.................................. 6-2Topcon Hiper-AG unit ........................................................................ 6-3

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PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna with Ground Plane ................................... 6-4Power Connection ............................................................................... 6-5UHF Colinear Antenna ....................................................................... 6-6Lightning Arrestor ............................................................................... 6-7Enhancing GPS and Radio performance ............................................. 6-8Self-Amalgamating Tape ...................................................................6-11UHF Colinear Antenna cable - RG213 ..............................................6-11

Chapter 7Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Fixed and Mobile) ..................................................................... 7-1Setup Program ..................................................................................... 7-2Single Base Station Setup ................................................................... 7-6Add Position to List ............................................................................ 7-9Recalling Base Station Position from List ........................................ 7-10Multi-Base Station Setup ...................................................................7-11

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PrefaceThis manual has been developed to provide you with the information necessary to operate and maintain this Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA) product. Proper service and use is important for the safe and reliable operation of the product. The sections provided in this manual include information necessary for the safe and correct operation, care, and troubleshooting of this product. The benefits this product provides can be greatly influenced by your knowledge of the products described in this manual.

Terms and Conditions

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Service Information

Service assistance can be provided by contacting your local TPA Authorized Dealer or by calling the Topcon Precision Agriculture Service Centre.

Phone: +61 8 8203 3300Fax: +61 8 8203 3399

8.30am to 5pm (Adelaide Local Time), Monday through Friday.


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Manual Conventions

This Manual uses the following conventions:

File>Exit ~ Click/tap/press the File menu, then click/tap/press Exit.

Enter ~ Click/tap/press the button or key labelled Enter.

Supplementary information that can help you configure, maintain, or set up a system.

Supplementary information that can have an effect on system operation, system performance, measurements & personal safety.

Notification that an action has the potential to adversely effect system operation, system performance, data integrity, or personal health.

Notification that an action will result in systems damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal injury.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS ACTION BE PERFORMED.

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NOTICE

CAUTION

WARNING

DANGER

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Introduction

IntroductionThe purpose of this manual is to facilitate the installation and commissioning of the Hiper-AG GPS system available from Topcon Precision Agriculture.

This manual will cover how to setup your Hiper-AG unit as a fixed or mobile base station. Fixed base stations generally have better range than a mobile base station. Mobile base stations on the other hand can be transported easily to different fields that may not be within the range of the fixed base station.

This manual is divided into chapters, with each chapter detailing a separate piece of equipment.

This manual also assists dealers and end-users in troubleshooting.


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Using this Manual

Using this ManualThe following chapters in this manual will assist you in setting up andunderstanding the features of your Hiper-AG GPS receiver:

Chapter 4 Overview of Hiper-AG GPS Receiver explains the features on the Hiper-AG receiver

Chapter 5 Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station explains how to install the Hiper-AG as an RTK Mobile Base Station

Chapter 6 Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station explains how to install the Hiper-AG as a Fixed Base Station

Chapter 7 Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Fixed and Mobile) explains how to configure the Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station software


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Overview of Map-HP GPS Receiver

Overview of Hiper-AG GPS receiverLayout of Hiper-AG Front Panel

Functions

Power ON/OFF buttonTo power the Hiper-AG ON or OFF hold down the Power button for 2 seconds

GPS Status LEDThis light indicates what satellites are available to the GPS at the current time

Each green flash represents a visible GPS satellite 1.

Figure 4-1. Topcon Hiper-AG Layout

Reset button

Function (FN) button

Power ON/OFF button Battery

(BATT)

Modem/Receive or Transmit (RX)

Status (STAT)

Data Record(REC) External

Power (PWR) PortSerial Ports

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Each red flash of the STAT light indicates that a 2. Glonass (Russian) satellite is visible

Serial PortsTransmits data to the console

Reset ButtonUsed for soft resets of the GMS. Do not use the RESET button unless instructed to by a properly trained technician

Battery Status LEDThis light flashes approximately every 4 seconds when the unit is switched ON. This light indicates the battery condition

Green flashes indicate that the battery is in good 1. condition

Orange flashes indicate that the battery is in a 2. satisfactory condition

Red flashes indicate that the battery is in a poor 3. condition

RXThis light flashes every second when receiving GPS corrections.

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Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station


The Hiper-AG RTK Base Station can be used in two different configurations; either as a low-power mobile RTK Base Station or as a high-power permanently fixed RTK Base Station (see Chapter 6).

Required Components

Hiper-AG GPS receiver Power cable Comms cable UHF Portable antenna Mounting tripod

Connecting the Power/ Communication cables

The two serial ports (Figure 5-1) can both be used to communicate with the X20 console. When the External Power Port (Figure 5-1) is connected to the 12V battery (via the red-shrouded ODU cable) it provides the Hiper-AGs internal battery with power.


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Figure 5-1. Hiper-AG Ports

Communication Cable in Serial Port (connects to X20 consoles COM1 Port)

External Power

(PWR) Port

Serial Ports USB Port

Red-shrouded ODU cable

WARNING

Do not plug the External Power cable into the USB port. This will destroy your Hiper-AG receiver.

WARNING

Use the attached port cover to seal the USB port. This will prevent any accidental plugging of the external power into the USB port.

Communication with the X20 console is achieved by plugging the Communication (Comms) cable (Figure 5-1) into either the A or D Ports. The 9 pin (computer) plug on the other end of this cable plugs into the COM1 Port on the back of the X20 console (Figure 5-2 on page 5-2).

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Connect UHF Antenna

On the back of your Hiper-AG find the port labeled UHF Antenna.

Connect the UHF antenna onto the Hiper-AG unit (Figure 5-4).

Figure 5-2. Connecting the Communication cable

Figure 5-3. UHF Port

Figure 5-4. Connect the UHF antenna

Communication Cable: Connects to GPS Port

Communication Cable: Connects to COM 1


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Positioning

The positioning of the Hiper-AG base must be in a clear area that does not have trees, buildings or other obstructions nearby.

A 330 (100m) radius is the minimum area required

The higher the base is mounted, the better the radio coverage

Placing the Hiper-AG in a hollow will reduce the radio range

The radio transmission may be regarded as LINE OF SIGHT although sometimes a signal can still be received even when this condition is not satisfied.

Assemble the Hiper-AG unit with the supplied bracket on the tripod (Figure 5-3 on page 5-4).

Figure 5-3. Tripod

Deep-cycle Battery

Hiper-AG unit

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Indicator LEDs

If none of the LEDs flash when the unit is powered ON the unit may be in a Zero Power State (normally shipped in this state). To rectify this press the RESET button.

If the LEDs still do not flash, the receivers internal battery may be flat. To rectify this plug the external power supply into the PWR socket using the cable supplied with the red-shrouded ODU plug (see Connecting the Power/ Communication cables, page 5-2).

There are 4 indicator LEDs on the face of the Hiper-AG. Switching the Hiper-AG ON

Press and hold the green 1. Power button until the unit turns on.

When the unit turns on the LEDs should all flash, indicating power is being supplied to the receiver.

If the unit does not turn on it is probably in Zero Power State (see Indicator LEDs, page 5-5).

Green power button

Figure 5-4. Press and hold the green power button to turn on unit


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Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base StationThe Hiper-AG RTK fixed Base Station differs from the Hiper-AG mobile Base Station in that it incorporates a high-gain antenna (Figure 6-1) and the radio power can be increased to its maximum output.

Required Components

Hiper-AG GPS receiver Power cable Comms cable UHF Portable antenna

Figure 6-1. Fixed Base Station

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Configuration

This configuration is designed to be mounted semi-permanently in a weather and vermin-proof structure with an external power supply capable of supplying regulated voltage at maximum power drain.

Mounting Location

The Hiper-AG should be mounted where there is good air circulation and no chance of moisture ingress.

Using the Hiper-AG as a Mobile Base Station

To use the Hiper-AG as a mobile Base Station remove the UHF Radio Antenna, and the power source (see Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station, Chapter 5).

Figure 6-2. Configuration and Mounting

Hiper-AG unit

To UHF AntennaTo GPS

Receiver

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Topcon UHF Radio

The high-gain Collinear (fishing pole) Antenna (Figure 6-1 on page 6-1) is connected to the BNC Connector of the Hiper-AG unit (Figure 6-3 on page 6-2), via a thick black RG213 cable.

The RG213 cable has identical N-type connectors at each end.

There is a short adaptor cable supplied with a male N-type at one end and a BNC connector at the other.

Screw the male N-Type connector of the adaptor cable to the 1. female N-type connector of the RG213 cable

Connect the BNC connector on the other end of the short adaptor 2. cable to the top of the Hiper-AGs bayonet fitting (Figure 6-3 on page 6-2)

See UHF Collinear Antenna Cable-RG213 on page 6-11 to 3. complete the connection.

Figure 6-3. Hiper-AG unit

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PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna with Ground Plane

The PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna (Figure 6-4) is connected to the GPS fit-ting of the Hiper-AG Base (Figure 6-3 on page 6-3) via a 5m cable with threaded TNC connectors at each end.

Screw the male TNC connector of the cable to the female TNC 1. connector of the PG-A1

Screw the TNC connector on the other end of the adaptor cable to 2. the Hiper-AGs GPS fitting (Figure 6-3)

Figure 6-4. PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna

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Power Connection A power cable is supplied fo the Hiper-AG unit.

The power leads are fitted with 3 amp automotive blade fuses.

The power cables are fitted with (12mm) insulated ring terminals for connection to a (user-supplied) battery or other voltage-regulated power source. The recommended battery size is 50 amp/hour and should be a deep cycle type for mobile installations.

CAUTION

CAUTION

Do not change the 3 amp automotive blade fuses to a higher rating as damage to the radio and/or GPS could result.

Do not power the Hiper-AG unit until the external antenna has been connected.

CAUTION

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UHF Collinear Antenna

The Hiper-AG fixed Base Station will transmit to its maximum range if it is connected to a series-fed UHF Collinear Antenna (see UHF Col-linear Antenna Cable-RG213, page 6-11).

UHF Collinear Antennae are custom-tuned to the users frequency and are constructed for null fill coverage and optimized range, for sites that have an average height above ground level of less than 2000 metres.

The Collinear Antenna should be situated as high as possible, so that it has unobstructed transmission coverage over buildings and trees. With radio transmissions, height above local terrain is the most important factor limiting range. Usually the antenna is fixed to a customer supplied pole/tower, either freestanding or on the top of farm outbuildings to gain the required height and better line-of-sight.

Figure 6-5. UHF Collinear Antenna

Collinear Antenna

Lightning Arrestor

U Clamps

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Lightning Arrestor

The N-350NB Lightning Arrestor safeguards expensive electronic equipment from damage caused by static electricity and lightning induced surges, at a budget price.

The ultra-fast gas discharge tube safely shunts up to 5000 amps of peak impulse current to an independent ground connection.

The N-350NB Lightning Arrestor is for use with externally mounted antennas and comes with a female to male connector.

This device is inserted inline, to reduce the likelihood of a lightning strike destroying your GPS equipment.

Figure 6-6. N-350NB Lightning Arrestor

Connects to independent ground connection

Connects to the bottom of the UHF

Collinear Antenna

Connects to RG213 antenna cable from PA-6 amplifier

WARNING

Failure to connect the Lightning Arrestor will result in component failure and damage. This will not be covered by manufacture warranty.

WARNING

CAUTION

Failure to fit the Lightning Arrestor could result in electrical shock to humans and animals.

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Enhancing GPS and Radio Performance

Please note: The Antenna Mast is to be supplied by the end user, and is not included in the Hiper-AG Base Station kit. The following diagram and description is the ideal GPS and Radio Antenna support bracket.

Manufacture and erection of this mast to an outbuilding/tower will enhance GPS and radio performance.

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Figure 6-7. Lightning Arrestor Support Bracket

1 Meter

1 Meter

2 Meters

1.5 Galv. Tubing

Stainless steel hose/exhaust clamps

Weld plate (700mmx150mm) with support brace

Apex of shed roof/tower

Secure to shed/ tower

Manufacture pole from 1.5

(38mm) galv.tubing

Secure radio antenna to the bracket using either stainless steel exhaust or hose clamps

Weld a flat base, 27 (700mm) x 4 (100mm), with a strut support to the pole. This is the GPS antenna plate.

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WARNING

Ensure the GPS Antenna Plate does not sit over the structures roof. This may cause multi-pathing of the signal, which will render the system unusable.

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Figure 6-8. Setup of the GPS Antenna

Antenna mast (secured to one end of the building)

UHF Antenna

RTK GPS Antenna

Figure 6-8 demonstrates the correct setup of the GPS Antenna. This setup prevents multi-pathing. Figure 6-8 shows the:

RTK GPS antenna mounted above and to the outside of the building

UHF Collinear Antenna mounted as high as possible, to gain range advantage.


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Buildings reflect the GPS signal to the tractor as shown in Figure 6-8 (page 6-9).

Mounting the GPS Antenna directly above the outbuilding roof will result in the same confused input messages.

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Make sure the GPS antenna is mounted above and to the side of the outbuilding (Figure 6-9).

TIP

Figure 6-9. Fixed Base Station

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Self-Amalgamating Tape

Self-amalgamating tape is supplied. Using the tape to seal all external antenna connections is recommended. The use of this tape will reduce the chance of water ingress with consequent transmission failures.

UHF Collinear Antenna Cable RG213

The UHF Collinear Antenna cable is a low-loss cable which should be treated with care; sharp bends, nicks and cuts to the casing must be avoided.

The supplied Antenna cable is 50 (15m) in length. There is a 60 (18m) cable available at an extra cost, if required for taller towers etc.

The cable has an N-type connector at each end.

One N-type connector is connected to the Lightning Arrestor near the UHF Collinear Antenna (Figure 6-6 on page 6-7) and the other end is connected onto the Hiper-AG unit (Figure 6-3, page 6-3).

Any damage to this cable could cause severe reduction in the radio transmission strength.

NOTICE

Do not join the N-type connectors together.NOTICE

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Once the UHF Collinear Antenna cable is securely fitted to the Lightning Arrestor, firmly wrap the connections with the self-amalgamating tape.

This will stop any moisture infiltrating the connections and causing signal loss.

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Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

Press 1. STOP>SETuP (Figure 7-1) when the Guidance program is starting to access the Setup program

Select 2. GPS from the Setup Selection window

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Fixed and Mobile)

Figure 7-1. Accessing Setup Program


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Ensure that the Communication Cable is plugged into 3. Communication Port A of the Hiper-AG (Figure 7-2) Setup Program The GPS Setup program has been developed with the end-user in mind. It enables users and service personnel to setup and problem solve Topcons and other brands of GPS used in Guidance and Steering-assist applications. Once the program is loaded into the X20 console, the screen shown in Figure 7-3 (on page 7-3) will be displayed.

Figure 7-2. Hiper-AG Port A

Com Port A

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Select 4. Auto Connect (Figure 7-3) to connect the GPS

Select 5. Hiper GA as your receiver (Figure 7-4) Once connected the status bar will turn green and the GPS type will be displayed (Figure 7-4)

Select 6. Next (Figure 7-4) to continue

Figure 7-3. Auto Connect Button

Figure 7-4. Green Status Bar and Next Button

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The next screen to be displayed is the Status screen of the Diagnostics tab. Note that only one of the status boxes is green with numbers and the rest are red without numbers inside. This is normal as a Base Station does not need this data (a Rover GPS does however).

Figure 7-5. Diagnostics>Status Tab

Figure 7-6. Differential Source Tab

Status Boxes

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Select the 7. Differential Source tab (Figure 9-6 on page 9-4)

Press 8. Set to Base Station (Figure 7-6) to set the Hiper-AG as a Base Station After a short pause the Base Station Setup window will be displayed.

Select either 9. Single Base Station or Multi-Base Station, depending on the number of base stations available (that are broadcasting on the same frequency)

Press 10. OK (Figure 7-7)

Please note: Single Base Station setup is detailed from page 7-6, for Multi-Base Setup see page 7-11.

Figure 7-7. Set to Base Station

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Single Base Station Setup

If Single Base Station was selected in step 6 on page 7-5 and the OK button was pressed the program will display the window shown in Figure 7-8.

After a short pause the program should display the Information window shown in Figure 7-9.

Press 1. OK (Figure 7-9) to continue

Figure 7-8. Set to Base Station

Figure 7-9. Information Window

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Figure 7-10. Set Base Station Position Button

Select 2. Set Base Station Position (Figure 7-10) The Set Base Station Position window will display (Figure 7-11)

Keep pressing 3. Refresh (Figure 7-11) until the altitude readings

Figure 7-11. Set Base Station Position Screen


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stabilizes to within 0.5m of each other.

To set the Base at the current position select4. Set position (Figure 7-11) Other options include:

Auto Base This will average positions for 3 minutes and set the averaged position into the receiver automatically

Get Position from List Once a position is locked in using Set position, you can name the location and add it to a list of previously saved positions by selecting Add Position To List (See Add Position to List, page 7-9). Saved positions can be recalled and reused to ensure the base coordinates are exactly the same as previously used at that location (see Recalling Base Station Position from List, page 7-10).

Select 5. Set position (Figure 7-11) to store the current position in the Hiper-AGs memory Please note: When setting the GPS as a Base Station, a position must be logged into the receivers memory.

CAUTION

Do not move the GPS once it is fixed.

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Add Position to List

Select 1. Add Position to List (Figure 7-12) to save the current position to the list The onscreen keyboard (Figure 7-12) will appear.

Give the position a name by typing it into the keyboard (Figure 2. 7-12)

Press 3. OK when you have finished to save the name in the position list (Figure 7-12).

Once the Base Station position has been saved to the list, it can be

Figure 7-12. Save Current Position to List

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It is advisable to use this option to backup Base Station location data.

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recalled and used instead of the current position in the GPS receivers memory.

Select 1. Get Position From List (Figure 7-13)

Select next to 2. Name to view the dropdown list (Figure 7-14)

Pick the appropriate name (or number) 3. In the example it is Field 1

Press 4. Select (Figure 7-14)

Press 5. Set Position (Figure 7-13)

Press 6. Close to exit the program

Figure 7-13. Accessing the List

Figure 7-14. Get saved position

Recalling Base Station Position from List

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Multi-Base Station Setup

If you selected Multi-Base Station in step 9 on page 7-5 follow these instructions.

If there is a network of similar Base Stations in the vicinity that can be used, then you should have selected the Multi-Base Station option in step 6 on page 7-5.

If Multi-Base Station was selected in step 6 on page 7-5 and the OK button was pressed the program will display the window shown in Figure 7-15.

Select the total number of operating Base Stations 1.

Nominate which Base this is in the sequence of all the Bases 2. (Used for time delay in the radio transmission)

Enter a Base ID (this will be a number from 1 to 31 that has not 3. already been used by another Base in the network)

Press 4. OK (Figure 7-15) The program will setup the Base Station parameters in the receiver.

Figure 7-15. Multi-Base Station Setup

Total Number

of BasesSequence of this Base

Base ID (can be

used as a password)


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The program will then display the message shown in Figure 7-16 once the Base Station is set up successfully.

Press 5. OK (Figure 7-16)

Follow the steps on pages 7-7 to 7-9 to set and save the Base 6. Station position To recall a position follow the steps on page 7-10.

Figure 7-16. Success

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Index

A

Antenna Mast 6-7AW400Tc UHF radio 5-4, 6-3

Assembly 5-4power 6-1

B

Base Station Position 7-7Recalling 7-10

Base Station Setup 7-5Multi-Base Station 7-11Single Base Station 7-6

Battery 5-4BNC (Bayonet) Connector 6-3

C

Contact Information 1-4

D

Differential Source tab 7-5

G

GPS Performance 6-7signal 6-9

I

internal battery 5-5

L

IndexLEDs 4-1, 4-2, 5-5

BATT 4-2GPS 4-1RX 4-2

Lightning Arrestor 6-6CAUTION 6-6

M

Hiper-AGFunctions 4-1Layout 4-1Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

6-1Configuration 6-2Configuring 7-1Mounting 6-2Power Connection 6-4

Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Sta-tion 5-1

Configuration 5-1Configuring 7-1

Hiper-AG GPS Receiverpositioning 5-4

P

Power 4-1Zero Power State 5-5

power cables 6-4power supply 5-5

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Index

Radio Performance 6-7Reset 4-2, 5-5RG213 cable 6-3, 6-10RTK GPS antenna 6-8

S

SAFETY 1-2Self-Amalgamating Tape 6-10Service Information 1-5Setup program 7-1, 7-2Status tab 7-4

T

Terms and Conditions 1-1APPLICATION 1-1COPYRIGHT 1-1OTHER STATEMENTS 1-2TRADEMARKS 1-2WEBSITE 1-2

u

UHF Collinear Antenna 6-2, 6-3, 6-5

Assembly 5-4Cable 6-10positioning 6-5, 6-8

W

Warranty, Limited 1-2Disclaimer 1-3Electronic 1-2Indemnity 1-3Liability Limit 1-3Mechanical Components 1-2Repair 1-2Return 1-2WARNING 5-2, 6-6

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A3524 Hiper AG GPS Manual Rev 1.1

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