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1 Receiver -1 Receiver Field Preparation Field Preparation June 2009 Topcon GRS- Topcon GRS

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation Some Common Questions… … Some Common Questions • What do you need to know to get started with your Topcon GRS-1? • Which TopSURV modules do I buy? • How does the Topcon GRS-1 Receiver connect to the Internet? • How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new Topcon GRS-1? • How do I manage cell phone connections within the GRS-1 receiver? • How do I know if my GRS-1 is successfully connected to the Internet? • How do I send / receive an e-mail (with attachment) using the GRS-1? • Did you know that the GRS-1 can tether to a computer that is already on the Internet? • How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field? • How do I install Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software on a GRS-1 receiver? • How do I configure Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to connect to a GRS-1 receiver? • How do I use Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software to check a GRS-1 receiver? • How do I setup TopSURV to connect to my GRS-1 to a local real time network? • How do I add a Photo Note with the GRS-1? • What do the colored lights on the front of the GRS-1 indicate? • How do I switch from using the internal antenna to an external? • How do I power the GRS-1 receiver? • What options are there for external memory with the GRS-1 receiver? • What are some tips and tricks with the Topcon GRS-1 receiver? June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation Topcon GRS- -1 Receiver 1 Receiver Topcon GRS The GRS-1 receiver is a dual-frequency, GPS + GLONASS L1, L2 receiver and hand-held controller built to be the most advanced, compact, and portable receiver for the GIS and surveying market. An integrated electronic compass and digital camera make the GRS-1 an all-purpose device that can also be utilized as a field collector. The GRS-1 can receive and process both L1 and L2 signals while using an external PG-A1 antenna. The GRS-1 provides the functionality, accuracy, availability, and integrity needed for fast and easy data collection. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation What are options for Topcon GRS- -1 hardware 1 hardware What are options for Topcon GRS configurations? configurations? • Survey Grade / Precision Mapping - for use as a member of a Real Time Network. The configuration for this would be a GRS-1 receiver on the pole connected to an external PG-A1 antenna on top. • Sub-meter – field work done without an external PG-A1 antenna. Configured within TopSURV to use Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS). Excellent for GIS code and attribute data collection, recognaissance, or rough delineation. • Hand-Held Controller – Integrated mini serial port, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi wireless LAN technology allows the GRS-1 to be easily connected to all Topcon hardware. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation What do you need to know to get started with What do you need to know to get started with your Topcon GRS- -1? 1? your Topcon GRS • All GRS-1 receivers will ship with TopSURV data collection software. • If the intent is to use the GRS-1 as a rover within a Real Time Network, then you will want to start the process of getting the modem activated and online first. • Check that unit has the latest version of Windows Mobile operating system and TopSURV data collection software. • Using Topcon Receiver Utility (TRU) software, check that unit has latest receiver firmware . June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation Which TopSURV TopSURV modules do I buy? modules do I buy? Which • To have TopSURV support using a GRS-1 within a Real Time Network, ensure that the GPS+ module is activated. • Once the GPS+ module is activated, user has option of adding Roading module if applicable. • Add the Total Station module to support the common scenario of using a GRS-1 as a controller for conventional field work. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How does the Topcon GRS- -1 Receiver 1 Receiver How does the Topcon GRS connect to the Internet? connect to the Internet? • The Topcon GRS-1 receiver is able to establish a connection to the internet in multiple ways: – With internal modem (GSM or CDMA) – With external Bluetooth enabled cell phone (Bluetooth tethering) – With Wi-Fi , also called Wireless LAN (WLAN) – With ActiveSync connection to a computer that is on the internet June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How does the Topcon GRS- -1 Receiver 1 Receiver How does the Topcon GRS connect to the Internet? connect to the Internet? • The primary method to have the GRS-1 receiver connect to the internet is to use the internal cellular modem. • There are two types of cellular modems available for the GRS-1 receiver: – GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) – CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) • The GRS-1 network receiver is also able to establish a wireless Bluetooth connection to an external cell phone. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new Topcon GRS- -1? 1? Topcon GRS • The most important factor in deciding between the two types of internal modems (GSM or CDMA) is coverage. Look at the coverage maps for the provider that you are considering. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new How do I setup a cell phone plan for my new Topcon GRS- -1? 1? Topcon GRS • Topcon GRS-1 receivers are available with either an internal GSM or CDMA modem. Only GSM modems use SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) cards. CDMA modems do not have SIM cards. • Using either modem type, it is common to describe to the cellular provider that you need a, “ No Obligation / Unlimited data plan (no voice).” Tell the sales representative that you have your own hardware. Common CDMA Providers Common GSM Providers June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How do I manage cell phone connections How do I manage cell phone connections within the GRS- -1 receiver? 1 receiver? within the GRS TPS Connection Manager • The Topcon GRS-1 receiver has Windows Mobile 6.1 Classic operating system. Within this operating system, Topcon has introduced the TPS Connection Manager . • TPS Connection Manager is a utility software that ships standard within every GRS-1 receiver. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How do I manage cell phone connections How do I manage cell phone connections within the GRS- -1 receiver? 1 receiver? within the GRS • Within the TPS Connection Manager , select Create New Connection Entry . Work your way down the screen. • For the Connection Name , ensure not to use any special characters such as an “&” ampersand. • Select a Modem type of Cinterion HC25 . Tap Create when done. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How do I know if my GRS- -1 is successfully 1 is successfully How do I know if my GRS connected to the Internet? connected to the Internet? • At top center of the desktop screen, there are two arrows that indicate whether the GRS-1 receiver has a successful internet connection. • When the arrows are facing left to right (shown above) then a connection to the internet is made. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How do I send / receive an e- -mail (with mail (with How do I send / receive an e attachment) using the GRS- -1? 1? attachment) using the GRS • Using the TPS Connection Manager within the GRS-1 receiver’s Windows Mobile 6.1 desktop screen, you are able to establish a connection to the internet prior to launching TopSURV data collection software. • This connection allows unlimited number of options for transferring data such as File Transfer Protocol (FTP) software, using an e-mail account to send / receive attachments, Microsoft Live Mesh, etc. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation Did you know that the GRS- -1 can tether to a 1 can tether to a Did you know that the GRS computer that is already on the Internet? computer that is already on the Internet? • Since the Topcon GRS-1 receiver has Windows Mobile operating system, it is able to share an internet connection when tethered to a laptop / computer that is already on the internet. • Tethering is using some type of device (laptop / computer) to gain internet access for another mobile device (GRS-1 receiver). June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation Did you know that the GRS- -1 can tether to a 1 can tether to a Did you know that the GRS computer that is already on the Internet? computer that is already on the Internet? • If the laptop / computer that you are using is on the internet, once you make an ActiveSync connection between it and a Topcon GRS-1 receiver, the GRS-1 is then also on the internet . • This is ideal when performing maintenance and internet software installs in the office. June 2009

Topcon GRS-1 Receiver - Field Preparation How can I see my position within Google How can I see my position within Google Maps, live in the field? Maps, live in the field? • To install the free software of Google Maps on your Topcon GRS-1 receiver, open Internet Explorer and go to: http://m.google.com/maps • To type the address, tap on the keyboard icon at bottom center. June 2009