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STONEX S10

GNSS Receiver

User Manual

CS (13/10/2014)-Ver.2-Rev.3 RC/EC/GQ (21/04/2015) – Rev.4 EC (18/01/2016) – Rev.4_2 CS (29/02/2016)
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  • Page 1: Gnss Receiver

    STONEX S10 GNSS Receiver User Manual CS (13/10/2014)-Ver.2-Rev.3 RC/EC/GQ (21/04/2015) – Rev.4 EC (18/01/2016) – Rev.4_2 CS (29/02/2016) www.stonexpositioning.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ....................31 5.4.3. Option External” 5.5. Device configuration ......................31 5.6 NMEA Settings ........................32 6. Appendix ............................33 Appendix 1: STONEX S10/S10N electronic bubble and tilt sensor Calibration procedure ............................33 ................... 37 6.1.1 E-bubble calibration ..................... 37 6.1.2 Azimuth calibration ..............

  • Page 3: Introduction To Stonex S10 Gnss

    The integrated TX/RX UHF radio modem supports the main standard protocols and allows Stonex S10 to be compatible with most of the existing GPS receiver. Stonex S10 is equipped with magnetic sensing system that allows to collect points quickly and with high precision, even close to walls and buildings corners.

  • Page 4: S10 Panel Description

    2. S10 panel description STONEX S10 is a light 14 x 14 cm GNSS unit; It is equipped with a high accuracy triple frequency receiving antenna, Bluetooth© and Wi-Fi, UHF transceiver radio modem (option). The unit is divided into three parts: the upper cap, the rubber loop and the main body.
  • Page 5 The led is red if the current data link is external. Fig 2.4 - S10 internal radio led 3: EXTERNAL DATA LINK led (red) This led is red when external data link is selected as External data link.
  • Page 6 (download in rover mode and upload in base mode). Fig. 2.6 - S10 Network led 5: BLUETOOTH led (blue): Once S10 is connected with the controller this led will switch on. Fig 2.7 - S10 Bluetooth led 6: SATELLITE led (green): The led blinks and shows the amount of locked satellites.
  • Page 7 When external power is used, the led indicates external power level. When the power is below 10%, the red led will flash according to sampling interval (default is 1 seconds) and you also hear three beep every 60s. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 8: Communications & Antennas Ports

    2.2. Communications & antennas ports The S10 communications ports are shown in the following figures 2.11 and 2.12: the left port (5-pins LEMO) is used for external power supply and external radio, the right port (7-pins LEMO) is used for data transferring between receiver and computer or between receiver and the Controller.

  • Page 9: The Back Of The Receiver

    Figure 2.14. SIM card and SD card slots: Follow the figure to install SIM card and SD card in the slot. Reset key: Press the reset key to restart S10 receiver as the following figure shows. SIM card slot Reset button SD card slot Fig.

  • Page 10: S10 Standard Accessories

    (green light FULL). Red light POWER shows if the charger is powered on and there is also a light which turns on in case of too high temperature (red light TEMP). Fig. 3.2 - S10 charger and adaptor Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 11: The Antennas

    20 cm, the gain is around 2 dBi. Fig. 3.4 – GSM/WCDMA/EVDO antenna For S10, it is possible to use like additional accessory (not included in the standard configuration) a high-gain UHF all-directional transmitting antenna for base setup. The antenna is around 1 meter long and can be mounted on a retractable pole or a tripod for better performance.

  • Page 12: Cables

    (wood or aluminum, with quick or twist clamps), connector between receiver and tribrach, and measuring tape, quick release and mini rotary table, used for the tilt sensor calibration procedures. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 13 Fig. 3.8 – 2.45m retractable pole Fig. 3.9 – 25cm supporting pole Fig. 3.10 – Bracket B1 for STONEX S4C/H Fig. 3.11 – Tribrach and adapter with optical plummet (P/N 30-010010 + 30-30-020005) Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 14 Fig. 3.12 – Connector between tribrach and receiver Fig. 3.13 - Measuring tape Fig. 3.14 - Quick release (currently NOT available) Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 15: Controller Stonex S4C/H

    Fig. 3.15 - Mini rotary table (P/N 30-350178) 3.5. Controller STONEX S4C/H The STONEX controller standard configuration includes only the adaptor, the battery and the USB cable. The controller is not included within the S10 accessories, it must be ordered separately. Fig. 3.16 - STONEX S4 controller...

  • Page 16: S10 Operations

    2) Screw the transmitting radio antenna into the port “UHF”: using the 40cm supporting pole P/N 30-350057 is suggested, in order to increase the antenna height. 3) Switch on the receiver and select the base working mode. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 17: Working Mode Settings

    Installation of Rover 1) Mount the controller bracket on the telescopic pole and mount the controller into the bracket; screw the second S10 on the pole and mount receiving antenna into the port “UHF”. 2) Power on the receiver and select the rover working mode.
  • Page 18 Changing the working mode and data link When Stonex S10 is switched on, press F key and very quickly the Power key, if the speaker is enabled S10 broadcasts “change working” and all the leds start to blink at the same time. Then release both keys.

  • Page 19: How To Download Static Data

    Fig. 4.3 - Taskbar of windows including the receiver The PC considers the receiver as a “media disk”, so open the “media disk”, and then you can get the data files in the memory. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 20 Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 21: Stonex® Web Ui Applications

    5. STONEX® Web UI Applications Users can manage S10 through a web interface called WebUI, it is not necessary to install software, drivers or other kinds of programs; the web interface program is built inside the receiver. From WebUI, users can set the most common operations such as working mode, UHF connection, GPRS connection, etc.
  • Page 22 Figure 5.2 The user can login STONEX S10 Web UI by itself, then start for the relevant settings on the web page of S10, it can support multiple users at the same time. After a successful connection, you will see the main page as shown in the following figure: Figure 5.3...
  • Page 23 On Download window: Figure 5.5 You will see all the files inside memory of S10; from this menu, it is possible to download data and convert files into RINEX format. Finally, on Management, users can upgrade the firmware in an easy manner.
  • Page 24 In the registration section, user can update the registration code; If you noticed that code is going to expire or it is expired, please ask to your local dealer/agent. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 25: Working Modes And Device Configuration

    On the right upper part of the window, you can access to the menu Settings: Figure 5.8 - Working mode and device configuration Two other menu composes it: Working mode and Device configuration. Working mode: Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 26 From this menu, users can select if enable or disable “speaker”, where to save data (internal memory or SD card). It is also possible to use advance functions like OEM connection (only for authorized dealers). Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 27: Rover Mode

    From this menu is it possible to check the settings of frequencies of radio channels, together with the type of communication protocol to use (we recommend TRIMTALK® route to connect two S10) and the bandwidth of the radio channel. There are also commands to enable automatically recording the raw data, the minimum angle allowed for satellite reception, satellite constellations to be enabled.

  • Page 28: Option Network

    Auto Connect option, visible at the bottom of the page, activates the auto- connection of the modem to the UMTS/GSM network in automatic after “power on” of the instrument, without requesting any user action. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 29: Option "External

    In addition to the Options “CUToff angle”, the User can enable the desired satellite constellations and the automatic recording of raw data. The baud rate of transmission between the receiver and radio is selected from the relevant box. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 30: Base Mode

    5.4. Base Mode Used to set the receiver S10 in ‘BASE’ mode. The Base can be connected to the rover through different data link. 5.4.1. Option UHF For connections through UHF radio channel. It is possible to set the automatic start of the Base (S10 Base automatically broadcasts the differential corrections without any action by the operator ), select the type of differential correction (RTCM3.x, RTCM2.x, CMR, etc).

  • Page 31: Option Network

    The CSD option in "Connect Mode" enables the operation of the base in direct call with the rover. In this case it must also be selected the box that enables the automatic start of the base, when completed the start-up phase. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 32: Option External

    Other advanced functions such as direct connection to the internal modules OEM (for experts only) can be set with this menu Use the SAVE button to save the configuration. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 33: Nmea Settings

    Here you can activate the NMEA sentences that you want to carry out on lemo You can select the refresh rate of each string on 'output lemo. There are also proprietary string where are encoded data signal to noise ratio. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 34: Appendix

    Appendix 1: STONEX S10/S10N electronic bubble and tilt sensor Calibration procedure. One of the most innovative features of Stonex S10 GNSS is the high sensitivity tilt sensor, embedded in the receiver. This feature dramatically increase the speed of the field works and the accuracy of any measurement.
  • Page 35 Do NOT calibrate S10/S10N close to strong magnetic fields environments.  Save time configuring S10 to get automatic FIX position before to go to the calibration location; this can be set from the WebUI, by selecting the option Auto connect: (Set yes). The Auto connection will be effective as the unit will be switched ON.
  • Page 36 (normally 2 units) Starting the Calibration procedure: If Stonex Cube is present on the Controller, the icon S10 Calibration is already available on the desktop of the controller; click on it to run the calibration procedure.
  • Page 37 All the options of the main Select the correct serial the receiver has been menu will be enable. number from the drop found, click on Close down menu and click on Connect for establishing the connection. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 38: E-Bubble Calibration

    When the tilt sensor facilities are not requested, the calibration process can be stopped and stored at this point. 6.1.2 Azimuth calibration Remove S10 from the pole and mount it on Click on Magnetic Step-by- the mini rotary table. Step and then on Vertical.
  • Page 39 Slowly rotate the S10 (the rotation would be last from 1 to 2 minutes) as shown on the display; check at any time that pole bubble is centered. A green circle shows the quality of the rotation. After the rotation is completed (360°) a beep indicates that this operation is finished.

  • Page 40: Declination (Compass) Calibration

    Slowly rotate the S10 (the rotation would be last from 1 to 2 minutes) as shown on the display; check at any time that pole bubble is centered. A green circle shows the quality of the rotation. After the rotation is completed (360°) a beep indicates that this operation is finished.
  • Page 41 Mount the S10 on the pole (tripod cannot be used for this step of the  calibration) at a minimum height of 2 m Position MUST BE FIXED!  Choose one ground point and use it for the whole operation (do not ...
  • Page 42 90° is strongly suggested. A beep is heard when finished. SOUTH DIRECTION Second step: incline S10 to the SOUTH direction. Tilt angle must be between 25°-35° South: 180°. When both tilt angle and azimuth are correct S10 starts saving 10 point automatically.
  • Page 43 North: 360°. When both tilt angle and azimuth are correct S10 starts saving 10 point automatically. To keep the angle as much as possible close to 360° is strongly suggested. A beep is heard when finished. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 44 Since the internal smart battery is a source of magnetic fields, the calibration procedure MUST be repeated for each battery; the battery magnetic parameters are stored together with the battery S/N. S10 will recognize the current battery and the correct calibration parameters will be automatically set.

  • Page 45: Appendix 2: Default Radio Settings

    Appendix 2: Default Radio Settings S10 uses a single UHF radio to cover the different whole band 410-470 MHZ. Default values are set directly from STONEX® in according to the following tables: Rate Channels 1 Channel 438.125 2 Channel 440.125 3 Channel 441.125...
  • Page 46 Anyway, we recommend you to manage the instrument with reasonable care. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 47: Appendix 4: Technical Specifications

    30 mm RMS 30° inclination 50 mm RMS COMMUNICATION 7-pins Lemo and 5-pins Lemo interfaces. Connectors I/O Multifunction cable with USB interface for PC connection Bluetooth device 2.4 GHz class II Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 48 12 hours (GPS+GLONASS) Working Time in GSM RTK with Cable Connection 6.5 hours (GPS+GLONASS) Working Time in Wireless Network RTK with Bluetooth 4 hours Connection (GPS+GLONASS) Charge Time (2 batteries) Typically 7 hours Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 49 Baseline, the longer must be the occupation time. Depends on SBAS system performance. Network RTK precisions depends on the network performances and are referenced to the closest physical base station. Varies with the operating environment and with electromagnetic pollution. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 50: Appendix 5: Copyrights, Warranty And Environmental Recycling

    Appendix 5: Copyrights, warranty and environmental recycling Copyrights and trademarks © 2014, STONEX® Limited. All rights reserved. STONEX®, the STONEX® logo, and S10 GNSS receiver are trademarks of STONEX® Limited. STONEX® Assistant, STONEX® GPS Processor and STONEX® Surpad are trademarks of STONEX® Limited.
  • Page 51 STONEX® agrees to repair or replace the defected instrument within thirty (30) days only if STONEX® recognizes that the defects of the instrument are not caused by human factors or no obvious damage to its surface is visible. STONEX® warrants any new replaced parts or products are warranted to be...
  • Page 52 If customer fails to do so, this product may not function properly and may be damaged. Customer may lose data or sustain personal injuries. Stonex®, its affiliates and suppliers do not warrant that operation of this product will be uninterrupted or error free;...
  • Page 53 In no event will Stonex®, its affiliates or suppliers be liable to customer or any third party for any damage in excess of the purchase price of the product.
  • Page 54 (2) If dealer wants to repair an instrument under warranty period on their site: 1) If dealers don’t have the part in stock they have to send an official order to STONEX® and pay for it and so STONEX® will send the new part to them so they can repair the instrument.
  • Page 55 STONEX® shall, at its sole discretion, decide on the place of performance for work under warranty. Environmental recycling The cardboard box, the plastic in the package and the various parts of this product have to be recycled and disposed of in accordance with the current legislation of your Country.
  • Page 56 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. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...

  • Page 57: Appendix 6: Safety Recommendations

    Approval is granted by the manufacturer of the equipment. Some countries have unique technical requirements for operation in particular frequency bands. To comply with those requirements, Stonex srl may modified the equipment to be subjected to grant. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 58 DO NOT operate the transmitter when someone is located less than 20 cm (7.8 inches) of the antenna. DO NOT collocate (place within 20 cm) the radio antenna with any other transmitting instruments. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 59 (20 cm). For Europe The European Community provides some Directives for the electronic equipments introduced on the market. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 60 Scientific organizations. Stonex srl therefore believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by end users. The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as UMTS phones. However, the use of Bluetooth/WiFi may be restricted in some special situations or place , like aircraft , hospital ,etc.
  • Page 61 To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the equivalent isotropical radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than the one necessary to get successful connection. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 62 – 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. Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
  • Page 63 STONEX® SRL Via Cimabue, 39 - 20851 Lissone (MB) Tel : +390392783008 ; +390392785575 | Fax :+390392789576 Stonex S10 GNSS Receiver – User Manual www.stonexpositioning.com | info@stonexpositioning.com...

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