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Leica Builder T User Manual

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  • Page 1 Leica Builder User Manual Version 4.0 English...
  • Page 2 The type and the serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate. identification Enter the type and serial number in your manual and always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or Leica Geosystems authorized service work- shop. Type: _______________ Serial No.:...
  • Page 3 Symbols The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings: Type Description Danger Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Warning Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 4 Builder Introduction Validity of this Description manual General This manual applies to all Builder instruments. Where there are differences between the various models they are clearly described. Telescope In regard to the instrument EDM, a Builder instrument may be equipped with one of two types of telescopes, which offer the same performance but differ in some technical details.
  • Page 5 Description Telescope Type 1 • Builder R and RM allow only measurements without prisms. When using this EDM type a narrow visible red laser beam is used to measure distances. Telescope Type 2 • When measuring distances to a reflector with EDM type "fine" or "fast"...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Builder Table of Contents Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page How to Use this Manual Technical Terms and Abbreviations Description of the System Instrument Models Set Contents Instrument Components Power Supply Software Concept User Interface Keyboard Screen Tab Bar Icons Symbols...
  • Page 7 Operation Selection of Language Instrument Setup Instrument Battery Distance Measurement 5.4.1 General 5.4.2 Measurement with Red Dot 5.4.3 Measurement with Fine or Fast CPR105 Flat Prism CPR111 BUILDER Prism, True-Zero Offset Configuration Mode Overview Accessing How to Make a Setting Theodolite Mode Overview Accessing...
  • Page 8 Builder Table of Contents Program Mode, for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power Overview Accessing Pointsearch Measure and Record Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power Overview Setup Option 1: Establish Control Line 9.2.1 General 9.2.2 Establish Control Line - Over 1...
  • Page 9 10 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power 10.1 Overview 10.2 Layout 10.3 As Built 10.4 Angle & Distance 10.5 Tie Distance 10.6 Area plane (tilt) & Volume 10.7 Hidden Point (optional) 10.8 COGO (optional) 10.9 Layout Line/Arc/Spiral (optional) 10.10 Measure &...

  • Page 10: Builder

    14.6 Service of the Tripod 14.7 Inspection of the Red Laser Beam, for Builder R-, RM- and RM power 14.8 Adjustment of the Vertical Line of the Reticule, for Builder T 15 Care and Transport 15.1 Transport 15.2 Storage 15.3...
  • Page 11 16 Safety Directions 16.1 General 16.2 Intended Use 16.3 Limits of Use 16.4 Responsibilities 16.5 Hazards of Use 16.6 Laser Classification 16.6.1 Integrated Distancer, Measurements with Red Dot (only for Builder RM power) 16.6.2 Integrated Distancer, Measurements with Fine/Fast (only Builder M power and RM power) 16.6.3 Integrated Distancer, Visible Laser (only Builder R and RM)204 16.6.4...

  • Page 12: How To Use This Manual

    Builder How to Use this Manual How to Use this Manual It is recommended to set-up the instrument while reading through this manual. Index The index is at the back of the manual. Keys, fields and options on the screens which are considered as self-explanatory are not explained.
  • Page 13 Name of documentation Description Builder Construction made Describes the basic principle of construction measure- faster ment in combination with Builder functionality. Builder Quickguide Describes the onboard application programs step-by- step. Intended as a quick reference field guide. Format of the The Builder CD contains the entire documentation in electronic format.

  • Page 14: Technical Terms And Abbreviations

    Builder Technical Terms and Abbreviations Technical Terms and Abbreviations Terminology...
  • Page 15 Term Description Line of sight / collimation axis Telescope axis = line from the reticle to the centre of the objective. Standing axis Vertical rotation axis of the instrument. Tilting axis Horizontal rotation axis of the telescope. Vertical angle / zenith angle Vertical circle With coded circular division for reading the vertical angle.
  • Page 16 Builder Technical Terms and Abbreviations Direction of gravity. The compensator defines the plumb Plumb line / line within the instrument Compensator Angle between plumb line and standing axis. Standing axis incli- Standing axis tilt is not an instrument error and is not nation eliminated by measuring in both faces.
  • Page 17 Point on the plumb line above the observer. Zenith Glass plate within the telescope with reticle. Reticle Technical Terms and Abbreviations Builder...
  • Page 18 Builder Technical Terms and Abbreviations Explanation of displayed data E, N, H...
  • Page 19 Abbreviation Description Indicated meteorological corrected slope distance between instru- ment tilting axis and centre of prism/laser dot. Indicated meteorological corrected horizontal distance. Height difference between station and target point. Reflector height above ground Instrument height above ground Easting of Station Northing of Station Height of Station Easting of target point...

  • Page 20: Description Of The System

    Same as Builder RM power but only distance measurements with reflectors (fine/fast mode). Builder T, R and RM are available as Builder 100 and 200. Builder RM power is available as Builder 100, 200 and 300. Builder M power is available as Builder 100 and 200.

  • Page 21: Set Contents

    Set Contents Set contents Description of the System Builder...
  • Page 22 Builder Description of the System a) GEV189 USB Data transfer cable (for Builder RM) b) Builder instrument with keyboard c) CTB101 Tribrach w/o optical plummet, black d) One Allen key, one Adjusting pin e) Alkaline batteries, 3x Twinpack, Size AA GEB111 Battery g) GAD39 battery adapter for Alkaline batteries, Size AA h) Tip for GLS115...

  • Page 23: Instrument Components

    Instrument Components Instrument compo- nents, part 1 of 2 a) Detachable carrying handle with mounting screws b) Alignment sight c) Telescope (with integrated Distance Meter for R, RM, M power and RM power) d) Vertical drive e) Battery holder for GAD39/GEB111/GEB121 Circular level g) Tribrach...
  • Page 24 Builder Description of the System Instrument compo- nents, part 2 of 2 Telescope focusing ring Eyepiece k) Battery GEB111 (optional) Battery stand for GEB111 m) Horizontal drive n) Foot screw o) Display p) Tribrach securing screw q) Keypad (Keypad depends on model. Refer to chapter "4.1 Keyboard".) Battery adapter GAD39 for 6 single cells, Size AA...

  • Page 25: Power Supply

    Single cells, Size AA in the battery adapter GAD39 b) GEB111 c) GEB121 Use the Leica Geosystems batteries, chargers and accessories or accessories recom- mended by Leica Geosystems to ensure the correct functionality of the instrument. Description of the System Builder...

  • Page 26: Software Concept

    Software Concept Description All instrument types use the same software concept. The software has different modes depending on the instrument type. Software Concept Model Screen Available Modes Builder T • Configuration Mode • Theodolite Mode Builder R • Configuration Mode •...
  • Page 27 Model Screen Available Modes Builder RM, • Configuration Mode M power and • Theodolite Mode RM power • Programs Mode • Data Management Mode Description of the System Builder...

  • Page 28: User Interface

    Builder User Interface User Interface Keyboard Keyboard Builder T, R and RM a) Page key b) Navigation keys c) ESC d) On/Off, Light e) Function keys...
  • Page 29 Keyboard Builder M power and RM power a) Page key b) 10-digits keypad c) Navigation keys d) ESC e) On/Off, Light EDM key g) LED h) Function keys Keys All Builder models: Description Changes tab in the tab bar. • Move the focus on the screen •...
  • Page 30 Builder User Interface Description • Leaves the current menu or dialog without storing changes made. • If THEO mode is active: press approx. 5 seconds to access System Info. • If the instrument is off: to turn instrument on • If the instrument is on: •...
  • Page 31 Only Builder M power and RM power: Key/LED Description • Press button short: to access the EDM settings • Press button long: to toggle between red dot and fine/fast (Builder RM power), or between fine and fast (M power) Alphanumeric keys _@&...

  • Page 32: Screen

    Builder User Interface Screen All shown screens are examples. It is possible that local software versions are different to the basic version. Screen a) Tab bar b) Time c) Icons d) Screen area e) Softkeys...
  • Page 33 Description Element Description Tab bar The current active tab is shown black. Time Shows the current time provided that the setting is made in the configurations. Icons Shows the current status information of the instrument. Refer to "4.4 Icons". Screen area The working area of the screen.

  • Page 34: Tab Bar

    Builder User Interface Tab Bar Tab bar In the tab bar the current active software mode is shown black. <- Tab bar Mode CONFIG Configuration Mode THEO Theodolite Mode PROG Program Mode (for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power) MODE Data Management Mode (for Builder RM, M power and RM power)

  • Page 35: Icons

    Icons Description The icons provide information related to basic instrument functions. Battery The status and source of the battery is displayed. Icon Description Battery capacity The battery symbol indicates the level of the remaining battery capacity, 75% full shown in the example. The battery symbol is only shown if <Battery Type: NiMH>...

  • Page 36: Symbols

    Builder User Interface Symbols Horizontal angle The direction of the horizontal angle is displayed. Symbol Description Indicates that horizontal angle is set to right side angle meas- urement (clockwise). Indicates that horizontal angle is set to left side angle measure- ment (anticlockwise).
  • Page 37 Distance Symbol Description This symbol indicates the horizontal distance. This symbol indicates the height difference. This symbol indicates the slope distance. Triangles Symbol Description Double triangles on the right indicate a choice field. A single triangle on the right indicates a choice list. User Interface Builder...

  • Page 38: Operation

    RM power to LGO Tools Version 6.0) or higher via the RM power serial interface and load using "LGO Tools - Software Upload". Builder R contact your Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop. Builder T contact your Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop.

  • Page 39: Instrument Setup

    Instrument Setup Description This topic describes an instrument setup over a marked ground point using the laser plummet. It is always possible to set up the instrument without the need for a marked ground point. Important features: • It is always recommended to shield the instrument from direct sunlight and avoid uneven temperatures around the instrument.
  • Page 40 Builder Operation Setup step-by-step Step Description Extend the tripod legs to allow for a comfortable working posture. Position the tripod over the marked ground point, centring it as well as possible. Fasten the tribrach and instrument onto the tripod. Turn on the instrument by pressing the key.
  • Page 41 Step Description Move the tripod legs (1) and use the tribrach footscrews (6) to centre the plummet (4) over the ground point. Adjust the tripod legs to level the circular level (7). By using the electronic level turn the tribrach footscrews (6) to precisely level the instrument.
  • Page 42 Builder Operation Levelling up with The electronic level can be used to precisely level up the instrument using the foot- the electronic level screws of the tribrach. step-by-step Step Key/Screen Description Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. The electronic level and laser plummet are activated automatically after switching on the instrument, if compensator is set to Centre the circular level approximately by...
  • Page 43 Step Key/Screen Description Centre the electronic level of this axis by turning the two footscrews. Arrows show the direction for rotating the footscrews. When the electronic level is centred the arrows are replaced by checkmarks. Centre the electronic level for the second axis by turning the last footscrew.
  • Page 44 Builder Operation Changing the External influences and the surface conditions may require the adjustment of the intensity of the intensity of the laser. laser plummet Step Key/Screen Description Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. The electronic level and laser plummet are activated automat- ically after switching on the instrument, if compensator is...
  • Page 45 Under some circumstances the Positioning over laser dot is not visible, for pipes or holes example over pipes. In this case, the laser dot can be made visible by using a transparent plate so that the laser dot can be easily aligned to the center of the pipe.
  • Page 46 Builder Operation If the instrument is equipped Centring with the with the optional shifting tribrach optional shifting tribrach step-by- it can be aligned to the ground point by slight shifting. step Step Description Loosen screw. Shift instrument. Fix instrument by turning screw.

  • Page 47: Instrument Battery

    Instrument Battery Change instrument battery step-by- step Step Description Face the instrument so that the vertical drive screw is on the left. The battery compartment is now on the left side of the instrument. Turn the knob to the vertical position, opening the lid of the battery compartment. Pull out the battery housing.
  • Page 48 Builder Operation 4. + 5. Step Description The polarity of the battery is displayed inside the battery housing. This is a visual aid to assist in placing the battery correctly. Place the battery/adapter into the battery housing, ensuring that the contacts are facing outward.
  • Page 49 +10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible. • It is normal for the battery to become warm during charging. Using the chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems, it is not possible to charge the battery if the temperature is too high. Operation/Discharging •...

  • Page 50: Distance Measurement

    Builder Operation Distance Measurement 5.4.1 General Description A laser distancer (EDM) is incorporated into the instruments (Builder R, RM, M power and RM power) of the Builder series. In all these versions, the distance can be deter- mined by using a visible red laser beam which emerges coaxially from the telescope objective.

  • Page 51: Measurement With Red Dot

    5.4.2 Measurement with Red Dot Description • When measurements are being made using the red laser EDM, the results may be influenced by objects passing between the EDM and the intended target surface. This occurs because red dot measurements are made to the first surface returning sufficient energy to allow the measurement to take place.
  • Page 52 Builder Operation example a passing vehicle, heavy rain, fog or snow is between the instrument and the point to be measured, the EDM may measure to the obstruction. • Be sure that the laser beam is not reflected by anything close to the line of sight, for example highly reflective objects.

  • Page 53: Measurement With Fine Or Fast

    5.4.3 Measurement with Fine or Fast Description • Accurate measurements to prisms should be made with the standard program (EDM type: fine/fast) • Measurements to strongly reflecting targets such as to traffic lights in reflector EDM mode without prism should be avoided. The measured distances may be wrong or inaccurate.

  • Page 54: Cpr105 Flat Prism

    Builder Operation CPR105 Flat Prism Descprition The standard supplied Flat Prism (delivered with Builder R, RM) has two different reflective surfaces. The highly reflective cat-eye surface can be used for measure- ments up to 250 m. The reflective tape has printed crosshairs for precise aiming at close range.

  • Page 55: Cpr111 Builder Prism, True-Zero Offset

    CPR111 BUILDER Prism, True-Zero Offset Description This prism with true-zero offset is only delivered with the Builder M power and RM power. The closer the prism is mounted to the ground, the more accurate it can be positioned over the measured point. For more precise positioning at higher prism positions, the GLS111 reflector pole with GAD105 adapter is recommended.

  • Page 56: Configuration Mode

    Builder Configuration Mode Configuration Mode Overview Description The CONFIG mode is used for: • creating user specific settings in order to adapt the instrument to your own requirements • setting date and time • setting units Descriptions apply in general to Builder R, RM, M power and RM power. Available options depend on the model.

  • Page 57: Accessing

    Accessing Access step-by- Step Description step Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. Level up the instrument. Refer to "5.2 Instrument Setup" for more infor- mation. Press until CONFIG mode is active. Example of a configuration screen DISP To set configurations regarding display.
  • Page 58 Builder Configuration Mode Description of fields for main configuration screen Field Option Description <Laser Turns off the visible laser beam. Pointer:> Turns on the visible laser beam. (only Off&Trk Turns on continuous distance measure mode. Builder R, RM RM power) On&Trk Turns on continuous distance measure mode and visible laser beam.
  • Page 59 Field Option Description <V Setting:> Sets the vertical angle. Zenith Zenith=0°; Horizon=90° Horizon Zenith=90°; Horizon=0° Vertical angles are positive above the horizon and negative below it. Configuration Mode Builder...
  • Page 60 Builder Configuration Mode Field Option Description V(%) Vertical angles are expressed Slope % +300 % in % with positive above the --.--% +100% horizon and negative below +18 % 100% corresponds to an 360s vertical angle of 45° (50 gon, 0°...
  • Page 61 Field Option Description Turns off the compensator. Vertical angles are relative to vertical/standing axis. If the instrument is used on an unstable base e.g.shaking platform, ship, etc. the compensator should be switched off. This avoids the compensator drifting out of its measuring range and interrupting the measuring process by indicating an error.
  • Page 62 Builder Configuration Mode Field Option Description The key beep is an acoustic signal after each keystroke. The sector beep is an acoustic signal which sounds if horizontal angle is 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° or 0, 100, 200, 300 gon. The sector beep is useful for staking out right angles.
  • Page 63 Field Option Description No beep Fast beep, interrupted; from 95.0 to 99.5 gon and 105.0 to 100.5 gon Permanent beep; from 99.5 to 99.995 gon and from 100.5 to 100.005 gon <Battery Alcaline Battery symbol is not displayed in THEO mode. Type:>...
  • Page 64 Builder Configuration Mode Field Option Description MEAS/REC Starts distance and angle measurements without saving measured values. After measurement displayed values can be saved with RECORD. ALL-in-1 Starts distance and angle measurements and saves measured values in one step. Description of fields for display configuration screen Field Option Description...
  • Page 65 Field Option Description ° ' " Degree sexagesimal: possible angle values: 0° to 359°59'59'' Dec.deg Degree decimal: possible angle values: 0° to 359.999° Gon: possible angle values: 0 gon to 399.999 gon Mil: possible angle values: 0 to 6399.99mil The setting of the angle units can be changed at any time.
  • Page 66 Builder Configuration Mode Field Option Description Precise or 0° 00' 01" for <Angle Unit: ° ' ''>. Standard (only 0.001 for <Angle Unit: Gon> and <Angle Unit: 200M power, Dec.deg>. R200M power, 0.01 for <Angle Unit: Mil>. R300M power) Standard or 0°...
  • Page 67 Field Option Description INT-ft International feet [fi] <Language:> The current loaded language(s) are shown. <Lang. If two languages are loaded onto the instrument a Dialog:> dialog to choose the language can be shown directly after switching on the instrument. The language dialog is shown as startup dialog. The language dialog is not shown as startup dialog.

  • Page 68: How To Make A Setting

    Builder Configuration Mode How to Make a Setting How to make a Step Description setting with a Make sure that CONFIG Mode is active. choicelist step-by- step Press to set focus on desired field. Press to access the choicelist. Press to toggle through the list and set focus on desired field.
  • Page 69 Configuration Mode Builder...

  • Page 70: Theodolite Mode

    Builder Theodolite Mode Theodolite Mode Overview Description The THEO mode is used for: • levelling up the instrument with the electronic level and adjusting the intensity of the laser plummet • reading off the current horizontal and vertical angle • setting horizontal angle to zero •...

  • Page 71: Accessing

    Accessing Access step-by- Step Description step Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. Level up the instrument. Refer to "5.2 Instrument Setup" for more infor- mation. Press until THEO mode is active. Example of a theodolite screen Hz HOLD To set any horizontal angle.
  • Page 72 Builder Theodolite Mode Description of fields Field Description The current horizontal angle in "clockwise direction measurement". The current horizontal angle in "anticlockwise direction measure- ment". Thanks to dual axis compensation, Builder is able to adjust the horizontal angle reading accordingly. Therefore, turning the telescope vertically might cause the horizontal angle to change.

  • Page 73: How To Set Horizontal Angle To 0.000

    How to Set Horizontal Angle to 0.000 Set horizontal Step Description angle to 0.000 Make sure that THEO Mode is active. step-by-step Turn telescope and aim at desired target point. Press Hz = 0. Accept with OK. The horizontal angle is set to 0.000. Theodolite Mode Builder...

  • Page 74: How To Set Any Horizontal Angle

    Builder Theodolite Mode How to Set Any Horizontal Angle Set any horizontal Step Description angle step-by-step Make sure that THEO Mode is active. Turn telescope to desired horizontal angle. Press Hz hold. Turn telescope and aim at a target point. Accept with OK.

  • Page 75: Quick Setting Of Horizontal Angle And Vertical Angle Direction Measurement

    Quick Setting of Horizontal Angle and Vertical Angle Direc- tion Measurement Quick setting of Step Description horizontal angle Make sure that THEO Mode is active. direction measure- ment step-by-step Press to set horizontal angle to "clockwise direction measure- ment" or press to set horizontal angle to "counter-clockwise direction measurement".
  • Page 76 Builder Theodolite Mode Quick setting of Step Description vertical angle Make sure that THEO Mode is active. direction measure- ment step-by-step Press to set vertical angle to the zenith, the horizon or in percentage. The vertical angle is set.
  • Page 77 Theodolite Mode Builder...

  • Page 78: Program Mode, For Builder R, Rm, M Power And Rm Power

    Program Mode, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Program Mode, for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power Overview Description The PROG mode is used for: • distance measurements • Station Setup • working with application programs Descriptions apply to Builder R, RM, M power and RM power.

  • Page 79: Accessing

    Accessing Access step-by- Step Description step Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. Level up the instrument. Refer to "5.2 Instrument Setup" for more infor- mation. until PROG mode is active. Press APPL To start application programs Example of an menu.

  • Page 80: Pointsearch

    Program Mode, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Pointsearch Description Pointsearch is a global function used by applications and setups, for example to find internally saved measured or fixed points. Descriptions apply to Builder RM, M power and RM power. Available options depend on the model.
  • Page 81 Step Description Now the point appears in the application that was active before. Example of a Pointsearch screen DELETE To remove the last character. To access the point list. ABC1 To switch between numeric and alphanumeric input. Description of fields Field Description <Search ID:>...

  • Page 82: Measure And Record

    Program Mode, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Measure and Record Possibilities Two possibilities to measure and record points are offered: • Measure and record in one step (ALL-in-1) • Combining MEASURE and RECORD Measure and Step Description record (ALL-in-1)
  • Page 83 Combining The key combination of MEASURE and RECORD can be used to measure non acces- MEASURE and sible points with the prism, for example building corners. RECORD step-by- step Step Description Make sure that PROG Mode is active. Make sure that <Measure&Record: MEAS/REC> is set. Refer to "6 Configuration Mode"...

  • Page 84: Station Setup, For Builder R, Rm, M Power And Rm Power

    Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power Overview Description The Setup programs can be used to set up and orientate the instrument. Three Setup options with different Setup methods are available: •...
  • Page 85 Setup Option Setup Method Description Anywhere To set up the instrument on an unknown point and orientate by measuring angles and distances to up to five known target points. Height Height Transfer To determine the height of the position of the instrument from measurements to up to five target points with known height.

  • Page 86: Setup Option 1: Establish Control Line

    Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Setup Option 1: Establish Control Line 9.2.1 General Description The Setup Option Control Line is used to set up the instrument in relation to a control line. All further measuring points and points to be staked are in relation to the control line.

  • Page 87: Establish Control Line - Over 1

    9.2.2 Establish Control Line - Over 1 Point Description The Setup method Control Line - Over 1 Point is used to set the station coordi- nates to E = 0.000, N =0.000, H =0.000 and the orientation to 0.000. Diagram Hz = 0.000 Station Target point...

  • Page 88: Establish Control Line - Anywhere

    Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 9.2.3 Establish Control Line - Anywhere Description The Setup method Establish Control Line - Anywhere is used to set up the instru- ment along a control line. The coordinates of line start point are set to E = 0.000, =0.000 and H =0.000.
  • Page 89 Shifting Line Start- In Setup method Establish Control line - Anywhere line startpoint can be shifted point to use another origin for the local coordinate system. If the entered line value is posi- tive the start point moves forward otherwise backward. The start point gets a right- ward shift if the entered offset value is positive otherwise a leftward shift.
  • Page 90 Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Example of a dialog for shifting line startpoint Set=0 To set line or offset values to zero. To accept entered/measured line or offset values. MEAS To measure new origin of local coordinate system.

  • Page 91: Setup Option 2: Establish Coordinates

    Setup Option 2: Establish Coordinates 9.3.1 General Description The Setup Option Coordinates is used to set up the instrument in relation to a local or global coordinate system. All further measuring points and points to be staked are in relation to the coordinate system. Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...

  • Page 92: Establish Coordinates - Over Known Point

    Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 9.3.2 Establish Coordinates - Over Known Point Description The Setup method Establish Coordinates - Over Known Point is used to set up the instrument on a known point and orient to a known azimuth or to up to five known backsight points.
  • Page 93 Example of a result screen REDO To delete or re-measure an used backsight point. To accept computed/measured values. Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...

  • Page 94: Establish Coordinates - Anywhere

    Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 9.3.3 Establish Coordinates - Anywhere Description The Setup method Establish Coordinates - Anywhere is used to set up the instru- ment on an unknown point and set the orientation by measuring angles and distances to a minimum of two known target points and a maximum of five target points.
  • Page 95 Example of a result screen REDO To delete or re-measure an used target point. To accept computed/measured values. To switch to height result screen. Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...

  • Page 96: Setup Option 3: Establish Height

    Station Setup, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Setup Option 3: Establish Height 9.4.1 General Description The Setup Option Establish Height is used to enter the station height, instrument height and reflector height. All further measuring points and points to be staked are in relation to the entered values.

  • Page 97: Height Transfer

    9.4.2 Height Transfer Description The Setup method Height Transfer is used to determine the height of the position of the instrument from measurements to up to five target points with known height. Diagram Station First point with known height Second point with known height Third point with known height Example of a result screen...

  • Page 98: Application Programs, For Builder R, Rm, M Power And Rm Power

    Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, M power and RM power 10.1 Overview Description Application programs are predefined programs, that cover a wide spectrum of construction tasks and facilitate daily work in the field. Up to nine different applica- tion programs are available.
  • Page 99 Application program Description Hidden Point To measure points that are not directly visible. Two methods: using a rod with two targets, alternatively enter line of sight shift and/or side shift manually. COGO Performs coordinate geometry calculations such as inter- sections and more. Layout Line/Arc/Spiral Layout and as-built check of lines, arcs or spirals.

  • Page 100: Layout

    Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 10.2 Layout Description The application program Layout is used to place markers in the field at predeter- mined points. These predetermined points are the points to be staked. The points to be staked are defined by entering line and offset or easting, northing and height depending on the used setup method.
  • Page 101 Example of a layout APPL To start application application screen programs menu. MEASURE To measure and display stake out differences. To turn on/off Tracking mode by pressing approx. 5 seconds. SETUP To start station setup menu. Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...
  • Page 102 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Description of fields Field Description <Pt:> The identifier for the points to be staked. Available for Builder RM, M power and RM power. <Line:> Available if a Setup method with Control Line was used. Longitudinal offset of the start point of the control line in the direc- tion of the second point of the control line.
  • Page 103 Elements of the In application program Layout a graphical display provides a guide to find the point graphical display to be staked out. Element Description Reflector Point to be staked go forward / back < :> / < :> < :>...

  • Page 104: As Built

    Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 10.3 As Built Description The application program As built is used for measuring an unlimited number of points. The program shows line and offset values or easting, northing and height depending on the used Setup method.
  • Page 105 Description of fields Field Description <Pt:> The identifier for the measured points. Available for Builder RM, M power and RM power. <Line:> Available if a Setup method with Control Line was used. Longitudinal offset of the start point of the control line in the direc- tion of the second point of the control line.
  • Page 106 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Diagram Station Line start point Second line point Measured point Line Offset Elements of the In application program As Built a graphical display shows the position of the station, graphical display used control points, the reflector and the last 50 measured points.

  • Page 107: Angle & Distance

    10.4 Angle & Distance Description The application program Angle & Distance is used for measuring an unlimited number of points. The program shows horizontal angle, horizontal distance and height. Displayed graphic and available values depend on the used Setup method. Example of an Angle &...
  • Page 108 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Description of fields Field Description <Pt:> The identifier for the measured points. Available for Builder RM, M power and RM power. <Hz:> The current horizontal angle. The measured horizontal distance to the target point. <H:>...

  • Page 109: Tie Distance

    10.5 Tie Distance Description The application program Tie Distance is used to compute horizontal distance, height difference and grade between two target points. The target points have to be meas- ured. The user can choose between two different methods: • Polygonal (P1-P2, P2-P3);...
  • Page 110 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Diagram Radial (P1-P2, P1-P3) Station Target point Target point Target point Target point Distance between P1 and P2 Distance between P1 and P3 Distance between P1 and P4 Example of a Tie Distance result screen...
  • Page 111 Description of fields Field Description <From:> The identifier for the first measured point. Available for Builder RM, M power and RM power. <To:> The identifier for the second measured point. Available for Builder RM, M power and RM power. Calculated horizontal distance between the measured points. Calculated height difference between the measured points.

  • Page 112: Area Plane (Tilt) & Volume

    Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 10.6 Area plane (tilt) & Volume Description The application program Area with methods 'plane' and 'tilt' is used to compute area size of areas with max. 50 boundary points connected by straights. Furthermore a volume with constant height can be calculated.
  • Page 113 The area is calculated and displayed once three points have been measured. Example of an Area Result screen To measure more points. VOLUME To calculate a volume with constant height. Description of fields Field Description <NoPt:> Number of measured points. <Area:>...
  • Page 114 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Station Diagram Start Point Target Point Target Point Target Point Constant height Perimeter (tilt) of the tilted area stretched by all current measured points Area (tilt), always closed to the start point P1 projected, onto the tilted reference plane Volume (tilt) = c x a...

  • Page 115: Hidden Point (Optional)

    10.7 Hidden Point (optional) Description The application program Hidden Point allows measurements to a point that is not directly visible. The point can be determined by a rod or by entering the shift in the line of sight and the side shift. The user can choose between two different methods: •...
  • Page 116 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Diagram Rod a) Hidden Point b) Rod length c) First reflector d) Second reflector Diagram Shift (Example) Station Reflector Hidden point Line of sight Side shift...
  • Page 117 Example of Hidden Point result screen To measure next hidden point. Description of fields Field Description <RL=Rod Length:> Length of used rod. <Line of sight:> Longitudinal offset from reflector in direction to the instru- ment. <Side shift:> Cross offset of hidden point to the line instrument-reflector. <E:>...
  • Page 118 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Elements of the In application program Hidden Point a graphical display shows the position of the graphical display station, the reflector and the hidden point. Element Description Station Line instrument-reflector Reflector/first measured target of the rod Hidden point...

  • Page 119: Cogo (Optional)

    10.8 COGO (optional) Description The application program COGO is an application program to perform coordinate ge- ometry calculations such as: • Coordinates of points • Directions between points • Distances between points The COGO calculation methods are: • Intersections • Line Extension •...
  • Page 120 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Diagram Intersec- Two Distances tions Known First known point Second known point Radius, as defined by the distance from P1 to P3 or P4 Radius, as defined by the distance from P2 to P3 or P4 Unknown First COGO point...
  • Page 121 Two Lines Known First known point of line 1 Second known point of line 1 First known point of line 2 Second known point of line 2 Line 1 Line 2 Unknown COGO point Two Directions Known First known point Second known point α1 Direction from P1 to P3...
  • Page 122 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Diagram Line The Extension routine computes extended point from base line. Extension Known Baseline start point Baseline end point ΔL Distance from end point Unknown Extended point...
  • Page 123 Diagram Offset Line Offset Line & Plane Known Baseline start point Baseline end point Offset point Unknown Base point Line Offset Plane Offset Known Point 1 which defines plane Point 2 which defines plane Point 3 which defines plane Offset point Unknown COGO point Offset...
  • Page 124 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Set Point by Offset Known Baseline start point Baseline end point Line Offset Unknown Offset point Diagram Inverse & Inverse Traverse Known First known point Second known point Unknown Horizontal distance between P1 and Height difference between P1 and...
  • Page 125 Traverse Known Known point α Direction from P1 to P2 Horizontal distance between P1 and Positive offset to the right Negative offset to the left Unknown COGO point without offset COGO point with positive offset COGO point with negative offset Example of a COGO Result screen LAYOUT...
  • Page 126 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Description of fields Refer also to the applications before. Field Description <Direction:> Direction between two points. <Dist.:> Distance between two points. <Line:> Longitudinal offset from the start point of the baseline. <Offset:>...
  • Page 127 Elements of the In application program COGO a graphical display shows the position of the station, graphical display used known points, directions, distances and the new calculated point. Element Description Station Direction between two points Distance between two points Distance and direction between two points Known point New calculated COGO point Refer to "10.2 Layout"...

  • Page 128: Layout Line/Arc/Spiral (Optional)

    Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 10.9 Layout Line/Arc/Spiral (optional) Description The application program Layout Line/Arc/Spiral facilitates the easy stake out or checking of lines, grids, arcs, segments and spirals. Besides the usual layout of these elements, this application allows the user to stake out and check points relative to a road alignment.
  • Page 129 Diagram Arc Start point of arc End point of arc Center point of circle Radius of arc Direction Line Offset Point to stake or check Arc-turn clockwise ACW Arc-turn anticlockwise Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...
  • Page 130 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Diagram Spiral A = R x L Start point of spiral End point of spiral Radius Length Spiral parameter Spiral-turn clockwise ACW Spiral-turn anticlockwise Point to stake or check Line Offset Spiral direction (in, out)
  • Page 131 Diagram Road d = 155.000 Line d = 132.000 Spiral d = 122.000 Radius Offset left d = 112.000 Offset right Interval Defined chainage d = 102.000 It’s only possible to work with one element (Line or Arc or Spiral). Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...
  • Page 132 Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power Example of Layout Line/Arc/Spiral APPL To start application result screen programs menu. M & R To measure and display distances and record data. To turn on /off Laser pointer by pressing approx.
  • Page 133 Elements of the In application program Layout Line/Arc/Spiral a graphical display shows the position graphical display of the station, reference element with its definitions, the reflector and the last 50 measured points. Element Description Element Description Station Measured point Control point Turn of element Reflector Refer to "10.2 Layout"...

  • Page 134: Measure & Descriptor

    Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power 10.10 Measure & Descriptor Description In the program Measure & Descriptor it is possible to give each measured point a descriptor. Further it shows slope and horizontal distances and height differences. The application program Measure &...
  • Page 135 Field Description <Desc.:> Entry of the description. The measured slope distance to the target point. The horizontal distance to the target point. The height difference to the target point. Application Programs, for Builder R, RM, Builder M power and RM power...

  • Page 136: Data Management Mode, For Builder Rm, M Power And Rm Power

    Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power Data Management Mode, for Builder RM, M power and RM power 11.1 Overview Description The DATA mode is used for: • creating, viewing and deleting data in the field •...

  • Page 137: Accessing

    11.2 Accessing Access step-by- Step Description step Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. Level up the instrument. Refer to "5.2 Instrument Setup" for more infor- mation. Press until DATA mode is active. Example of a data management screen RS232 To set the communication parameters.
  • Page 138 Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power Description of fields Field Description <Job:> The current active job name. <Type:> Fixpoint, Measurement and Result <Pt:> The active identifier for points. <E:> Easting coordinate <N:> Northing coordinate <H:>...

  • Page 139: Jobs

    11.3 Jobs Description Jobs are a summary of different types of data e.g. fixpoints, measurements, result, etc. The job definition consists of the input of job name, operator and remark. Addi- tionally, the system generates time and date at the time of creation. Active job The active job is the one in which data is stored to.
  • Page 140 Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power View and select a Step Description job step-by-step Make sure that DATA Mode is active. Press JOB to access job management. Press to toggle through the jobs and select job. Accept with OK.

  • Page 141: Fixpoints

    11.4 Fixpoints Description Fixpoints contain at least a point identifier, easting and northing or height. Fixpoints can be • created, viewed and deleted in the field • downloaded for data transfer to a further program • uploaded, for example for stakeout operations Create a new Step Description...
  • Page 142 Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power View a fixpoint Step Description step-by-step Make sure that DATA Mode is active. Press to set <Type:> Fixpoint. Press to set focus on <Pt:>. Press to toggle through the points. The coordinates are displayed on same screen.
  • Page 143 Step Description The selected point is deleted. Data is not recoverable. Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power...

  • Page 144: Measurements

    Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power 11.5 Measurements Description Measurement data contains at least horizontal angle, vertical angle, horizontal distance, slope distance, height difference, data, time and if applicable, line, offset, easting, northing and height coordinates. Measurement data can be: •...
  • Page 145 Delete a measure- Step Description ment step-by-step Make sure that DATA Mode is active. Press to set <Type:> Measurement. Press to set focus on <Pt:>. Press to toggle through the points and select point. Press POINTS to access point management. Press DELETE to delete point.

  • Page 146: Result

    Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power 11.6 Result Description Result data contains a result identifier and the different values depending on the application. The applications from which these result data can be displayed are Area and Tie Distance.

  • Page 147: Communication Parameters

    11.7 Communication Parameters Description Data can be stored in internal memory or to an external device such as PDA, Data Collector or PC through the RS232 interface. For data transfer between instrument and external device the communication param- eters of the serial interface RS232 must be set. Example of a communication parameter screen...
  • Page 148 Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power Description of fields Field Option Description Data Output RS232 Data is recorded via the serial interface. For this purpose, a data storage device must be connected. Int. Mem. All data is recorded in the internal memory.
  • Page 149 Standard RS232 Standard RS232 is supported by default. Field Option Baudrate 19200 Databits Parity None Endmark CR/LF Stopbits Set communication Step Description parameters step- Make sure that DATA Mode is active. by-step Press RS232 to access communication parameter setting. Press to set focus on desired field.

  • Page 150: Data Transfer

    Description For data transfer use: • Construction Data Manager Simple office software which supports the exchange of Leica TPS data with the PC, using a Windows® application. • Leica Geo Office Tools Office software including a series of programs which supports working with the...

  • Page 151: Pin Assignment

    11.9 Pin Assignment Port at the instru- Diagram Name Description Direction ment PWR_IN Power input: + 12 V nominal (11 - 16 V) Not used Single ground RS232, receive RS232, transmit b c d Data Management Mode, for Builder Builder RM, M power and RM power...

  • Page 152: Edm Settings

    Builder EDM Settings EDM Settings 12.1 Description With the instrument different settings are available for measurements with red dot (without reflectors) and fine/fast (with reflectors). The LED on the keyboard indi- cates the selected type. Depending on the selected type the selection of prism types is different.
  • Page 153 Step Description Make desired settings. Accept with OK. Example of EDM settings screen To accept settings. RANGE To disable limited distance measurement. Button disappears when entered once. Description of fields Field Option Description <EDM type:> fine Fine measuring type for high precision measure- ments with prisms.
  • Page 154 Turns on continuous distance measure mode. M power) <Prism Type:> TrueZero CPR111 BUILDER Prism, True-Zero Offset JpMini Sliding Mini Prism Mini Leica Mini Prism Round Standard Leica Prism Flat Prism CPR105 Flat Prism Tape Reflective Tape User User can define his own prism.
  • Page 155 Field Option Description <Prism Const.:> Entry of a user specific prism constant in [mm]. <hr:> Entry of reflector height. EDM Settings Builder...

  • Page 156: Ppm

    Builder EDM Settings 12.2 Description This option enables the entry of a scale factor. Measured values and coordinates are corrected with the PPM parameter. Descriptions apply only to Builder M power and RM power. Access step-by- Step Description step Make sure that EDM Settings is active. Press for approximately 5 seconds.
  • Page 157 Example of PPM screen PPM=0 To set PPM parameter to zero. To accept parameter Description of fields Field Description <Scale factor:> Calculated scale factor. <Scale ppm:> Entry of PPM value to calculate scale factor. EDM Settings Builder...

  • Page 158: System Info And Instrument Protection

    Builder System Info and Instrument Protection System Info and Instrument Protection 13.1 System Info Description The System Info is used for: • checking system and software information • performing the calibrations of the instrument errors Descriptions apply in general to all Builder models. Available options depend on the model.
  • Page 159 Example of a system info screen CALIBR To access the calibration routine. Refer to chapter "14 Check & Adjust". To access PIN-code settings. SW Info To access software infor- mation. Description of fields Field Description <Battery:> Remaining battery power (e.g. 60%). <Instr.Temp.:>...
  • Page 160 For Builder RM the instrument type R and T may be chosen as an alternative. For Builder R the instrument type T may be chosen as an alternative. For Builder T this choice is not available. The setting can be reversed. <Language:> The current loaded language(s) are shown.

  • Page 161: Instrument Protection (Pin)

    13.2 Instrument Protection (PIN) Description The instrument can be protected by a Personal Identification Number. If the PIN protection is activated, the instrument will always prompt for a PIN code entry after starting up. As soon as the PIN was activated the access to the PIN code settings requires the PIN.
  • Page 162 Builder System Info and Instrument Protection Step Description Now the instrument is protected against unauthorized use. After switching on the instrument or re-enter in the PIN settings the PIN code entry is necessary. Deactivate PIN Step Description code step-by-step Turn on the instrument by pressing the key.
  • Page 163 Example of a PIN code settings screen To accept settings. Description of fields Field Option Description <Use PIN-Code:> To activate PIN-code. To deactivate PIN-code. <New PIN-Code:> To enter your personal PIN-code (max. 6 char- acter numeric). System Info and Instrument Protection Builder...

  • Page 164: Check & Adjust

    14.1 Overview Description Leica instruments are manufactured, assembled and adjusted to the best possible quality. Quick temperature changes, shock or stress can cause deviations and decrease the instrument accuracy. It is therefore recommended to check and adjust the instrument from time to time.
  • Page 165 • Screws on tripod • Visible red laser beam for Builder R, RM and RM power. Only Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to adjust these products. • Vertical line of the reticule for Builder T During the manufacturing process, the instrument errors are carefully determined and set to zero.

  • Page 166: Preparation

    Builder Check & Adjust 14.2 Preparation Before determining the instrument errors, the instrument has to be levelled-up using the electronic level. The tribrach, the tripod and the underground should be very stable and secure from vibrations or other disturbances. The instrument should be protected from direct sunlight in order to avoid thermal warming.

  • Page 167: Combined Adjustment Of Hz Collimation (C), Vertical Index (I) And Compensator Index (L, T) Errors

    14.3 Combined Adjustment of Hz Collimation (c), Vertical Index (i) and Compensator Index (l, t) Errors Description The combined adjustment procedure determines the following instrument errors in one process: Type Description Diagram The Hz collimation error (c) is also called line of sight error. It is caused by the deviation between the optical line of sight, which means the direction in which the...
  • Page 168 Builder Check & Adjust Type Description Diagram A vertical index error (i) exists, if the 0° mark of the vertical circle reading doesn't coincide with the mechanical vertical axis of the instrument, also called standing axis. The vertical index error (i) is a constant error that affects all vertical angle read- ings.
  • Page 169 Combined adjust- The following table explains the most common settings. Refer to the stated chapter ment procedure for more information on screens. step-by-step Step Description Turn on the instrument by pressing the key. Level up the instrument. Refer to "5.2 Instrument Setup" for more infor- mation.
  • Page 170 Builder Check & Adjust Step Description Press MEASURE to measure the target. Change telescope position and aim with the telescope again to the target. 180° 180° Press MEASURE to measure the same target again and to calculate the instrument errors. The old and new adjustment results are shown.
  • Page 171 Set Hz correction Field Option Field Description <Hz-Correction:> The horizontal angles are corrected for the line of sight and if <Compensator: On> transversal tilt errors. Horizontal angles are not corrected. After switching on the instrument, the setting is automatically reset to <Hz- Correction: On >.

  • Page 172: Adjustment Of The Circular Level

    Builder Check & Adjust 14.4 Adjustment of the Circular Level On the instrument step-by-step Step Description Level up the instrument in advance with the electronic level, assuming that the electronic level is correctly adjusted. The bubble must be centered. If it extends beyond the circle, use the allen keys supplied to centre it with the adjustment screws.
  • Page 173 On the tribrach step-by-step Step Description Level up the instrument with the electronic level, assuming that the elec- tronic level is correctly adjusted. Refer to "5.2 Instrument Setup" for more information. Then remove it from the tribrach. The bubble of the tribrach must be centered. If it extends beyond the circle, use the adjusting pin in conjunction with the two cross headed adjustment screws to centre it.

  • Page 174: Adjustment Of The Laser Plummet

    The laser plummet is located in the vertical axis of the instrument. Under normal conditions of use, the laser plummet does not need adjusting. If an adjustment is necessary due to external influences, the instrument has to be returned to any Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop.
  • Page 175 Inspecting laser plummet step-by- step 360° Ø 2.5 mm / 1.5 m ≤ 3 mm / 1.5 m Step Description Setup the instrument on a tripod (1) approximately 1.5 m above ground. Check & Adjust Builder...
  • Page 176 If the centre of the laser dot describes a perceptible circular movement or moves more than 3 mm away from the point which was first marked, an adjustment may be required. Inform your nearest Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop. Depending on brightness and surface, the diameter of the laser dot can vary. At a...

  • Page 177: Service Of The Tripod

    14.6 Service of the Tripod Service tripod step-by-step Step Description The connections must be firm and tight. Moderately tighten the allen screws with the allen key supplied with the tripod. Tighten articulated joints just enough to keep the tripod legs open when lifting the tripod of the ground.

  • Page 178: Inspection Of The Red Laser Beam, For Builder R-, Rm- And Rm Power

    Builder Check & Adjust 14.7 Inspection of the Red Laser Beam, for Builder R-, RM- and RM power General The red laser beam used for measuring is arranged coaxially with the line of sight of the telescope, and emerges from the objective port. If the instrument is well adjusted, the red measuring beam coincides with the visual line of sight.
  • Page 179 If the dot is within the inner printed circle the laser beam is within toler- ance. If it is outside it is recommended to have the laser beam realigned by a Leica Geosystems authorized service workshop. Check & Adjust Builder...

  • Page 180: Adjustment Of The Vertical Line Of The Reticule, For Builder T

    Builder Check & Adjust 14.8 Adjustment of the Vertical Line of the Reticule, for Builder T Inspection Step Description Aim on any point in the centre of the reticule. With the vertical drive move the instrument upwards to the edge of the range of vision.
  • Page 181 Adjusting Step Description If the point does not move along the vertical line remove cover of adjusting screws on the eyepiece. With the help of the supplied tool loosen all four adjusting screws by the same amount. Turn the reticule until the vertical line is aligned with the point. Subsequently, tighten the adjusting screws and repeat the checking proce- dure until adustment is correct.

  • Page 182: Care And Transport

    Always carry the product in its transport container and secure it. Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original Leica Geosystems packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equiva- lent, to protect against shock and vibration. Shipping, transport...
  • Page 183 Field adjustment After transport inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this user manual before using the product. If the equipment is to be stored for a long time, remove the alkaline batteries from the product in order to avoid the danger of leakage. Care and Transport Builder...

  • Page 184: Storage

    Builder Care and Transport 15.2 Storage Product Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment, particularly in summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "17 Technical Data" for information about temperature limits. Field adjustment After long periods of storage inspect the field adjustment parameters given in this user manual before using the product.

  • Page 185: Cleaning And Drying

    15.3 Cleaning and Drying Objective, eyepiece • Blow dust off lenses and prisms. and prisms • Never touch the glass with your fingers. • Use only a clean, soft, lint-free cloth for cleaning. If necessary, moisten the cloth with water or pure alcohol. Do not use other liquids; these may attack the polymer components.

  • Page 186: Safety Directions

    Builder Safety Directions Safety Directions 16.1 General Description The following directions should enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them.

  • Page 187: Intended Use

    • Use of products with obviously recognizable damages or defects. • Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior explicit approval of Leica Geosystems. • Aiming directly into the sun. • Inadequate safeguards at the working site, for example when measuring on roads.
  • Page 188 Builder Safety Directions • Deliberate dazzling of third parties. • Controlling of machines, moving objects or similar monitoring application without additional control- and safety installations. Warning Adverse use can lead to injury, malfunction and damage. It is the task of the person responsible for the equipment to inform the user about hazards and how to counteract them.

  • Page 189: Limits Of Use

    16.3 Limits of Use Environment Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments. Danger Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working in hazardous areas, or in close proximity to electrical installations or similar situations by the person in charge of the product.

  • Page 190: Responsibilities

    Manufacturers of The manufacturers of non Leica Geosystems accessories for the product are respon- sible for developing, implementing and communicating safety concepts for their Leica Geosystems...

  • Page 191: Hazards Of Use

    16.5 Hazards of Use Warning The absence of instruction, or the inadequate imparting of instruction, can lead to incorrect or adverse use, and can give rise to accidents with far-reaching human, material, financial and environmental consequences. Precautions: All users must follow the safety directions given by the manufacturer and the direc- tions of the person responsible for the product.
  • Page 192 Builder Safety Directions Danger Because of the risk of electrocution, it is very dangerous to use poles and extensions in the vicinity of electrical installations such as power cables or electrical railways. Precautions: Keep at a safe distance from electrical installations. If it is essential to work in this environment, first contact the safety authorities responsible for the electrical instal- lations and follow their instructions.
  • Page 193 If computers intended for use indoors are used in the field there is a danger of elec- tric shock. Precautions: Adhere to the instructions given by the computer manufacturer with regard to field use in conjunction with Leica Geosystems products. Safety Directions Builder...
  • Page 194 Before transportation or shipping contact your local passenger or freight transport company. Warning Using a battery charger not recommended by Leica Geosystems can destroy the batteries. This can cause fire or explosions. Precautions: Only use chargers recommended by Leica Geosystems to charge the batteries.
  • Page 195 Warning High mechanical stress, high ambient temperatures or immersion into fluids can cause leackage, fire or explosions of the batteries. Precautions: Protect the batteries from mechanical influences and high ambient temperatures. Do not drop or immerse batteries into fluids. Warning Short circuited battery terminals can overheat and cause injury or fire, for example by storing or transporting in pockets if battery terminals come in contact with jewel- lery, keys, metallized paper or other metals.
  • Page 196 Always prevent access to the product by unauthorized personnel. Product specific treatment and waste management information can be downloaded from the Leica Geosystems home page at http://www.leica-geosystems.com/treat- ment or received from your Leica Geosystems dealer. Warning Only Leica Geosystems authorized service workshops are entitled to repair these products.

  • Page 197: Laser Classification

    16.6 Laser Classification General The following directions (in accordance with the state of the art - international standard IEC 60825-1 (2007-03) and IEC TR 60825-14 (2004-02)) provide instruc- tion and training information to the person responsible for the product and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards.

  • Page 198: Integrated Distancer, Measurements With Red Dot (Only For Builder Rm Power)

    Builder Safety Directions 16.6.1 Integrated Distancer, Measurements with Red Dot (only for Builder RM power) General The EDM incorporated into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the telescope objective. The laser product described in this section, is classified as laser class 3R in accord- ance with: •...
  • Page 199 Description Value Maximum average radiant power 5.00 mW Pulse duration 800 ps Pulse repetition frequency 100MHz - 150MHz Wavelength 650 nm - 690 nm Beam divergence 0.2 mrad x 0.3 mrad NOHD (Nominal Ocular Hazard Distance) @ 0.25s 80 m / 263 ft Warning From a safety perspective class 3R laser products should be treated as potentially hazardous.
  • Page 200 Builder Safety Directions Labelling Laser Aperture Laser Radiation Avoid direct eye exposure Class 3R Laser Product according to IEC 60825-1 ( 2007-03 ) Po ≤ 5.00 mW λ = 650 - 690 nm Builder_080 a) Laser beam...
  • Page 201 Type: Builder..Art.No.: ..Power: 12V/6V ---, 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: 2008 S.No.: ..Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26,2001. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 202: Integrated Distancer, Measurements With Fine/Fast (Only Builder M Power And Rm Power)

    Builder Safety Directions 16.6.2 Integrated Distancer, Measurements with Fine/Fast (only Builder M power and RM power) General The EDM module built into the product produces a visible laser beam which emerges from the telescope objective. The laser product described in this section is classified as laser class 1 in accordance with: •...
  • Page 203 Labelling Type: Builder..Art.No.: ..Power: 12V/6V ---, 1A max Class 1 Laser Product Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg according to IEC 60825-1 ( 2007-03 ) Manufactured: 2008 S.No.: ..Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26,2001.

  • Page 204: Integrated Distancer, Visible Laser (Only Builder R And

    Builder Safety Directions 16.6.3 Integrated Distancer, Visible Laser (only Builder R and RM) General The EDM module built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the telescope objective. The laser product described in this section, is classified as laser class 2 in accordance with: •...
  • Page 205 Labelling T ype: Builder..Art.No.: ..Power: 12V/6V ---, 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: 2008 S.No.: ..Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26,2001. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 206: Laser Plummet

    Builder Safety Directions 16.6.4 Laser Plummet General The laser plummet built into the product produces a visible red laser beam which emerges from the bottom of the product. The laser product described in this section, is classified as laser class 2 in accordance with: •...
  • Page 207 Labelling T ype: Builder..Art.No.: ..Power: 12V/6V ---, 1A max Leica Geosystems AG CH-9435 Heerbrugg Manufactured: 2008 S.No.: ..Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated July 26,2001. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 208 Builder Safety Directions a) Laser beam b) Exit for laser beam...

  • Page 209: Electromagnetic Compatibility Emc

    Warning Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that other equipment may be disturbed. Caution There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the product is...
  • Page 210 Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in force in this respect, Leica Geosystems cannot completely exclude the possibility that the product may be disturbed by very intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators.

  • Page 211: Fcc Statement, Applicable In U

    • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Warning Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Leica Geosystems for compli- ance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Safety Directions Builder...
  • Page 212 Builder Safety Directions Labelling ............... . .
  • Page 213 Safety Directions Builder...

  • Page 214: Technical Data

    Builder Technical Data Technical Data 17.1 Angle Measurement Accuracy Type Standard deviation Hz, V, Display least count ISO 17123-3 ["] [mgon] ["] [mgon] (Builder M power and RM power) Type 300 is only available for the Builder RM power. Characteristics Absolute, continuous.

  • Page 215: Distance Measurement

    17.2 Distance Measurement Reflectorless Type Kodak Gray Range D Range E Range F standard range Card [ft] [ft] [ft] Standard White side, 90 % reflective Standard Grey side, 18 % reflective Standard White side, 90 % >170 >560 reflective Standard Grey side, 18 % >100 >330 reflective...
  • Page 216 Builder Technical Data Range of measurement flat prism CPR105: 1.5 m to 250 m Reflector range Display unambiguous: Up to 250 m (red dot) Type CPR105 Range D Range E Range F [ft] [ft] [ft] Standard Reflective tape Standard Cat-eye Standard Reflective tape Standard Cat-eye Atmospheric condi-...
  • Page 217 Standard measuring Standard deviation, Measure time, typical [s] ISO 17123-4 CPR105 Flat prism 5 mm + 2 ppm < 2 (Cat-eye) CPR105 Flat prism 3 mm + 2ppm < 2 (Reflective tape) Tracking 5 mm + 2 ppm Object in shade, sky overcast. Beam interruptions, severe heat shimmer and moving objects within the beam path can result in deviations of the specified accuracy.
  • Page 218 Builder Technical Data The range on the round prism is only achievable with the upgraded distance meas- urement. Otherwise the specifications of the CPR111 are valid (max. 1000 m). Please refer to "5.4 Distance Measurement". Strong haze, visibility 5km; or strong sunlight, severe heat shimmer Atmospheric condi- Light haze, visibility about 20km;...
  • Page 219 Measuring system: System analyser basis 100 MHz - 150 MHz Characteristics Type: Coaxial, visible red laser class 1 Carrier wave: 660 nm Laser dot size Distance [m] Laser dot size, approximately [mm] at 20 10 x 12 at 50 13 x 21 at 250 38 X 85 Technical Data...

  • Page 220: General Technical Data Of The Instrument

    Builder Technical Data 17.3 General Technical Data of the Instrument Telescope Type Builder T Builder R, RM, M power and RM power Magnification 30 x 30 x Clear objective diameter 40 mm 40 mm Focusing 1.6 m/5.2 ft to infinity 1.7 m/5.6 ft to infinity...
  • Page 221 Display: 280 x 160 pixels, monochrome, graphics capable LCD, Control unit illumination Keyboard: 7 keys / 20 keys (only Builder M power and RM power) Angle Display: 360°’", 360° decimal, 400 gon, 6400 mil, V % Distance Display: m, ft int, ft us, ft inch 1/16 Position: In both faces, face two is optional Instrument Ports,...
  • Page 222 Builder Technical Data Instrument Dimen- sions 75 mm 75 mm 203 mm 150 mm Instrument: 3.3 - 4.1 kg Weight Tribrach: 0.8 kg Battery adapter GAD39: 0.2 kg incl. 6 alkaline batteries...
  • Page 223 Recording, Builder Data can be recorded into internal memory. RM, M power and Type Capacity [kB] Number of datablocks RM power only Internal memory 10000 Type: Visible red laser class 2 Laser plummet Location: In vertical axis of instrument Accuracy: Deviation from plumbline: 1.5 mm at 1.5 m instrument height Diameter of laser point:...
  • Page 224 Builder Technical Data Type: NiMh Battery GEB121 Voltage: Typical operating time: 6 - 8h (approx. 9000 angle and distance measurements) Type: NiMH External battery, Voltage: 12 V Builder RM, M power and Capacity: GEB171: 8.0 Ah Typical operating time: 20 - 24 h RM power only Environmental Temperature...
  • Page 225 Humidity Type Protection Builder Max 95 % non condensing The effects of condensation are to be effectively counter- acted by periodically drying out the instrument. Reflectors Type Additive Constant [mm] CPR105 Flat prism (Cat-eye) CPR105 Flat prism (reflective tape) Reflectorless GZM28 reflective tape 60x60 mm CPR111 BUILDER prism, true-zero offset 0.0 Automatic correc-...

  • Page 226: International Limited Warranty, Software License Agreement

    Leica Geosystems. Such software is protected by copy- right and other laws and its use is defined and regulated by the Leica Geosystems Software License Agreement, which covers aspects such as, but not limited to, Scope of the License, Warranty, Intellectual Property Rights, Limitation of Liability, Exclusion of other Assurances, Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction.
  • Page 227 You must not install or use the software unless you have read and accepted the terms and conditions of the Leica Geosystems Software License Agreement. Installa- tion or use of the software or any part thereof, is deemed to be an acceptance of all the terms and conditions of such License Agreement.

  • Page 228: Index

    Builder Index Index Application Angle & Distance ..........98 Abbreviations ............14 Area (tilt) & Volume ........98 Accuracy ........... 214, 216, 218 As Built ............98 Adjustment COGO .............99 Combined adjustment (l, t, c, i) ....167 Hidden Point ..........99 Electronic ............. 164 Layout ............98 Mechanical ...........
  • Page 229 Care ..............182 Data management ..........136 Check & Adjust ..........164 Data output ............148 Circular level ............. 172 Data transfer ............150 Cleaning and Drying .......... 185 Databits ............148 COGO ..............119 Date ..............67 Collimation axis ........... 15 Delete ...............145 Combined ............167 Display heater .............64 Communication parameters ......
  • Page 230 FCC Statement ..........211 Job ............137, 139 Fixpoints ............141 Keyboard Builder M power and RM power ...29 Hazards of use ..........191 Keyboard Builder T, R and RM ......28 Height ..............96 Height Transfer ........... 97 Language ............38 Hidden Point ............. 115 Laser Horizon ...............
  • Page 231 Prism ..............225 CPR105 Flat Prism ..........54 Manual CPR111 Builder Prism ........55 Available documentation ........ 13 Programs ............78, 98 Description of manuals ........12 How to use ............ 12 Validity of user manual ........12 Range ...............215 Measure .............. 82 Record ..........63, 82, 223 Measure &...
  • Page 232 Builder Index Software concept ..........26 Tribrach .............173 Stake out ............98 Tripod ............40, 177 Standing axis ............15 Station setup ............84 Unit ..............221 Stopbits ............148 User interface .............28 Storage ............. 184 Storage temperature ........224 Symbols ............3, 36 V Setting .............59 System Info ..........
  • Page 233 Index Builder...

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