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  • Page 1 GNSS Handheld Controller Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 2 T18 GIS Handheld Controller Quick Start Guide Part Number 1027700-01 Rev A ©Copyright Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. June 2018 All contents in this manual are copyrighted by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface ........... . iv Introduction .
  • Page 4 Battery Pack Warnings ......... . 5-2 Receiver Warnings .

  • Page 5: Preface

    Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. is used under license. Other product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
  • Page 6 On the Topcon Support website (www.topconpositioning.com/support), you can download manuals, technical documentation, training material, and various utility software to help you set up and use your Topcon product. The website also offers registration resources, training, and technical assistance. Register for a free account at https://www.topconpositioning.com/support today to download this material.
  • Page 7 , and click guest Mono Italic Topcon Reference Manual. Reference to another manual or help document Refer to the Further information to note about system configuration, maintenance, or setup. Supplementary information that can have an adverse affect on system operation, system performance, data integrity, or measurements.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Introduction Features The following section describes the general features of the T18 GIS Handheld Controller. Figure 1-1: General Diagram P/N: 1027700-01 Features...

  • Page 9: Keyboard

    Keyboard The yellow symbols are system defaults. F2: Off F1: Start Menu F4: Main System F3: Camera Interface Figure 1-2: Features Table 1-1. Keyboard Functions System defaults to the digital input method System Defaults Lowercase letters Switch between / and -  * Press (shift)

  • Page 10: Led Functions

    Table 1-2. LED Functions Operation Power off Charging Fully charged In use Green light on LED Status Standard Accessories Table 1-3 describes the standard accessories for the T18. Table 1-3. Standard Accessories Item Name Description Quantity DC Adapter 220V/DC5V/2A USB cable...

  • Page 11: Getting Acquainted

    Getting Acquainted Installing the TF Card/SIM Card/Battery 1. Turn the back cover screw to the open position according to the instructions on a label in the box, and take off the back cover.   Figure 2-1: Opening the Back Cover 2.

  • Page 12: Charging

    • Turning the Collector On/Off 1. Make sure the battery has enough power, or connect the T18 to the DC adapter. 2. Press power button for three (3) to five (5) seconds to turn on (until the boot screen appears).

  • Page 13: Connecting To A Pc

    PC and also the Synchronization Setup Wizard. In the meantime, click Cancel or connect without setting up your device. 4. Click Browse to check the files in the T18, and then transfer data between your PC and the T18. Installing Applications Installing Applications via ActiveSync or WMDC 1.

  • Page 14: Directly Installing Applications

    We suggest installing the application in Flash Storage, and saving your data to a TF card. Directly Installing Applications If the installation file is compatible on mobile devices, copy the file into the T18 and tap the file to directly start the installation. P/N: 1027700-01...

  • Page 15: Gnss Status

    1. Go to \My Device\GNSSViewer and run GNSSViewer.exe 2. The T18 supports COM3 and COM5 as GNSS ports and its BaudRate is 9600. Choose a GPS Port and BaudRate by tapping Setup > Port Setup as shown in Figure 2-7.

  • Page 16: Camera

    3. Tap the screen, and select OK to exit. User Serial Port The user serial port is COM2. To transfer data between the T18 and other devices, use a DB9 serial cable. This user serial port is at the bottom of the T18.
  • Page 17 3. Tap Search BT to start searching for Bluetooth (BT) devices. 4. After all BT devices have been found, select a device. 5. Tap Connect to pair with a BT device of your choice. Your screen will display Connect the BT device successfully after BT pairs successfully.

  • Page 18: Wi-Fi

    8. The default baud rate is 38400. 9. The PIN code refers to the pairing PIN code of the BT device which the T18 want to pair with. 10. If you check Auto Conn, the T18 will automatically connect to the last pairing BT device when powered up.
  • Page 19 7. Tap Manage existing connections. 8. Tap and hold on new connection, and select Connect. 9. If there is the identifier on the signal icon in the top right corner, this indicates a successful. P/N: 1027700-01 Wireless Connection (Bluetooth/GPRS/WIFI)

  • Page 20: Useful Functions

    Useful Functions Screen Response Select Start > Settings > System > Screen, tap the Align Screen icon and follow the guide to align the screen. Figure 3-1: Align Screen Adjusting the Backlight Select Start > Settings > System > Backlight to adjust backlight according to the guide. Figure 3-2: Backlight Removing Programs Select Start >...

  • Page 21: Clean Boot

    Figure 3-4: Go-to-Sleep Mode Clean Boot Select Start > Settings > System > Clean Boot, to restore factory default settings according to the guide. The password is “1234”. Restoring factory settings will clear the system configuration, please be cautious. Figure 3-5: Clean Boot PWConfig Select Start >...

  • Page 22: Specifications

    Specifications This chapter provides specifications for the T18 GIS Handheld Controller. General Details Table 4-4 lists the T18’s environmental specifications. Table 4-4. T18 Environmental Specifications Environmental Operating temperature -20°C to +60°C Storage temperature -30°C to +70°C Humidity 5% to 95%, non-condensing Drop 1.5m drop tested on all surfaces...

  • Page 23: Safety Warnings

    Safety Warnings Care and Maintenance The T18 is an electronic product and should be treated with care. To reduce the risk of fire, electronic shock, or product damage take the following advice: • Do not expose this device to rain, moisture, or any type of liquid that corrodes electronic circuits.

  • Page 24: Battery Pack Warnings

    Battery Pack Warnings Never attempt to open the casing of the detachable or internal batteries! Lithium-Ion batteries can be dangerous if mishandled! Do not incinerate or heat battery pack above 212 degrees Fahrenheit (100 degrees Celsius). Excessive heat can cause serious damage and possible explosion. Tampering with the batteries by end users or non-factory authorized technicians will void the battery’s warranty.

  • Page 25: Regulatory

    Regulatory The following sections provide information on this product’s compliance with government regulations for use. FCC Compliance This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE).

  • Page 26: Community Of Europe Compliance

    Community of Europe Compliance The product described in this manual is in compliance with the R&TTE and EMC directives from the European Community. European Community Declaration of Conformity with Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU The following CE mark is affixed to the device: WEEE Directive Following information is for EU-member states only: The use of the symbol below indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.

  • Page 27: Warranty

    Topcon’s Authorized Dealers. During the warranty period, Topcon will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no additional charge. Repair parts and replacement products will be furnished on an exchange basis and will be either reconditioned or new.
  • Page 28 Specifications subject to change without notice. All rights reserved. 1027700-01 Rev A Draft 05/15/18 ©2018 Topcon Corporation 7400 National Drive, Livermore CA 94550...

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