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  • Page 1 FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 July 2019 Topcon, Inc. All rights reserved. Information is © subject to change without notice. Topcon is a registered trademark of Topcon, Inc. FC-6000 field ® computer is a recognized trademark of Topcon, Inc. Windows , Windows 10, and the Windows logo are trademarks or ®...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4G LTE Data Modem RS-232 Port Office Docking Station Battery Charger Storage, Maintenance, and Recycling Storing the FC-6000 and Battery Pack Protecting the Touchscreen Recycling the FC-6000 and Batteries Warranty and Repair Information Limited Product Warranty Complete Care Service Plans...
  • Page 4 Warnings, Regulatory Information, Licensing Product Warnings Certifications and Standards Licensing Information Specifications Index FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Getting Started...

  • Page 6: Overview

    Getting Started Overview The FC-6000 field computer from Topcon uses the Windows 10 Pro operating system. Standard features include a 7” display, capacitive touchscreen, keypad, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GPS/GNSS, and front and rear cameras. Standard accessories include a removable battery pack, an internal battery pack, an AC wall charger, a hand strap, a connector port cover, a fine tip capacitive stylus and tether, and a foam tip stylus for use in wet conditions.
  • Page 7 Battery Compartment and Card Slots 1 Battery Pack, Removable 4 Flexible Card Retainer 2 Battery Door 5 Battery Compartment 3 Micro SIM Card Slot and 6 Docking Connection Micro SD/SDHC Card 7 Hand Strap Attachment Slot (underneath card Point (2 on each side) retainer) Connector Ports 8 Connector Port Protector...

  • Page 8: Perform Initial Tasks

    Install and charge the battery pack as follows: 1. The battery compartment is accessed from the back of the FC-6000. Push the battery lock switch in, slide it to the unlocked position, and remove the door. CAUTION: The FC‑6000 is not sealed against water and dust when the battery door is not installed.
  • Page 9 FC‑6000 is being charged for the first time. Perform Set Up The first time the FC-6000 is powered on, Windows setup options are shown. Follow the prompts to set up your unit as desired. Attach the Hand Strap and Stylus Tether A hand strap, fine tip capacitive stylus, and tether are included with the FC-6000.
  • Page 10 Hand Strap To attach the hand strap to the FC-6000, follow the images below. You can attach it to the right or left side of the FC-6000: Stylus Tether 1. Attach one end of the stylus tether to the stylus.

  • Page 11: Standard Features

    Standard Features...
  • Page 12 Using the FC‑6000 in Wet Conditions When using the FC-6000 in wet conditions, you must use your finger or the soft-tipped stylus that is included on the capacitive touchscreen, even if the Wet touchscreen profile is selected. The hard-tipped stylus is not supported with the Wet touchscreen profile.

  • Page 13: Keypad Features

    Keypad Features The FC-6000 has programmable keys, a power/suspend key, windows key, enter key, and a navigation pad. The keys are sealed and have backlight illumination. Function Windows Start screen Volume down (programmable) Volume up (programmable) Move left Move right...

  • Page 14: Led Activity Indicators

    FC-6000 is in use. LED Activity Indicators LED activity indicators are located on the front of the FC-6000 in the upper-left corner. Red LED, solid: 1) When the FC-6000 is put to sleep or powered „...

  • Page 15: Connector Ports

    25% increments from 0% to 100% by tapping the percent tile (see the sun icon). Connector Ports The FC-6000 has a 12 VDC power input jack, USB 3.0 Host type A, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Connector Protector The connector protector is removable and replaceable.

  • Page 16: Audio Features

    3.5 mm connections. Sensors Compass, Accelerometer, and Gyroscope The FC-6000 has a built-in compass and accelerometer. The accelerometer assists the compass in determining direction, even when the device is not resting flat. The gyroscope senses change in angular motion.

  • Page 17: Bluetooth ® Wireless Communication

    1. Open an app that uses the compass. 2. Move the FC-6000 around in the air so that it is oriented in different directions and angles. An effective way to assure this is properly done is to move the FC-6000 back and forth in a sideways figure 8 for approximately 30 seconds.

  • Page 18: Wi-Fi Wireless Networking

    Wi‑Fi Wireless Networking The FC-6000 has built-in Wi-Fi wireless networking to connect to the internet or an office network. Connecting to a Wi‑Fi Network To use Wi-Fi, you need to be in range of a Wi-Fi access point to make a connection. When Wi-Fi is turned on (the default), the FC-6000 automatically starts scanning the area for available Wi-Fi networks.

  • Page 19: Camera

    The more items between the antenna and the satellites, the lower the accuracy. Camera The FC-6000 has a front facing camera that is 2 MP and a rear facing camera that is 8 MP. You can capture both still images and videos using the camera application.
  • Page 20 Powering Off the FC‑6000 Short-term Storage When you plug the FC-6000 into the wall charger that comes with it, the batteries are prevented from being overcharged. Charge the FC-6000 to 100% then power it off: 1.
  • Page 21 3. Take out the removable battery and store it in a cool, dry location. 4. When you are ready to power on the FC-6000, replace the battery pack. Plug in the AC wall charger and connect it to the FC-6000 BEFORE you power it on.
  • Page 22 FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 23: Optional Features And Accessories

    Optional Features and Accessories...

  • Page 24: 4G Lte Data Modem

    This chapter discusses the optional features that can be included with the FC-6000. 4G LTE Data Modem The 4G LTE data modem is an option for the FC-6000, adding Wireless Wide Area Network data modem capability. This modem supports all major service providers in North America, Europe, and many other regions of the world.

  • Page 25: Rs-232 Port

    SIM card, you are prompted to configure the data connection when you reboot. RS‑232 Port An RS-232 9-Pin D-Sub connector is an option for the FC-6000. Depending on the factory configuration, it will provide either 5 VDC or 12 VDC on pin 9.
  • Page 26 RS-232 output and input signals disabled automatically when the FC-6000 is in sleep mode. If your app and/or RS-232 device experiences communication failures when FC-6000 enters or exits sleep mode, then do not use this option. FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 27 Check Disable power supply during sleep to cause the power „ supply to automatically turn off when the FC-6000 is in sleep mode. This can allow the RS-232 device to conserve battery power in sleep mode. If your app and/or RS-232 device experiences communication failures when the FC-6000 enters or exits sleep mode, then leave this option unchecked.

  • Page 28: Office Docking Station

    9 Power Input Jack 7 8 9 Ports The USB ports are for attaching devices to the FC-6000 such as „ a mouse, keyboard, or external storage device. The HDMI port is for connecting a video monitor to the FC-6000, „...
  • Page 29 5. The FC-6000 charges more quickly if the power settings are set up to allow the FC-6000 to enter a low power mode when it is not in use, but is plugged in. To adjust this setting, go to the Start menu, then Settings >...

  • Page 30: Battery Charger

    32°F (0°C) or above 122°F (50°C). Power the Battery Charger by using the AC wall charger provided with your FC-6000. Slide the battery pack into the battery charger, orienting it so that the battery contacts meet the charging contacts in the battery charger.

  • Page 31: Storage, Maintenance, And Recycling

    Storage, Maintenance, and Recycling...

  • Page 32: Storing The Fc-6000 And Battery Pack

    FC-6000. Storing the FC‑6000 and Battery Pack When the FC-6000 is not being charged and is in a sleep state, it draws a small amount of power. This power draw is used to maintain the memory (RAM) of the FC-6000 in the same state it was in when it was awake.

  • Page 33: Protecting The Touchscreen

    Recycling the FC‑6000 and Batteries When the FC-6000 and Li-Ion battery packs for your FC-6000 reach the end of their service life, they must not be disposed of with municipal waste. It is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment.
  • Page 34 FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 35: Warranty And Repair Information

    Warranty and Repair Information...

  • Page 36: Limited Product Warranty

    Warranty and Repair Information Limited Product Warranty Two Year Warranty Topcon Corporation USA (“TPS”) warrants that the FC-6000 field computer and internal battery shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship, under normal intended use, for a period of 24...
  • Page 37 (vii) the serial number on the product has been tampered with or removed, or (viii) the product has been opened or tampered with in any way (such as the tamper evident VOID label indicating certified IP [Ingress Protection] seal area has been tampered with or removed). Parts that are excessively worn are not covered under warranty.

  • Page 38: Complete Care Service Plans

    Warranty Repairs To obtain warranty repair or service on the the FC-6000 field computer, submit a repair order on our website at https://www.
  • Page 39 For more information about our Complete Care service plans, go to our website at https://www.topconpositioning.com/na/support. Repairs, Upgrades, and Evaluations CAUTION: Do not attempt to repair the FC-6000 yourself. This action voids the warranty. Information about repairs, upgrades, and evaluations is located on our website at https://www.topconpositioning.com/na/support.
  • Page 40 System Information for your FC‑6000 You might be asked to provide additional information about your FC-6000 when you contact a repair center. To view information like the operating system edition, OS build and serial number, go to the Start Menu and select Device Info. You can find additional information under Action Center and select All Settings >...
  • Page 41 Warnings, Regulatory Information, Licensing...
  • Page 42 Warnings, Regulatory Information, Licensing Product Warnings Follow the warnings listed below to use the FC-6000 and accessories safely. Battery Warnings WARNING! This device comes with a lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or expose the battery pack to fire.
  • Page 43 Do not pull on a cord or cable. When unplugging the wall charger from the electrical outlet, pull on the plug, not the cord. The AC wall charger must be approved by Topcon, have an output rating of 12 VDC and a minimum 1.67 A, and be certified or listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
  • Page 44 „ help. In compliance with the FCC rules, 47 CFR 15.21, the user must be notified that changes or modifications to the FC-6000 that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 45 Only approved accessories may be used with this equipment. In general, all cables must be high quality, shielded, correctly terminated, and normally restricted to two meters in length. Wall chargers approved for this product employ special provisions to avoid radio interference and should not be altered or substituted. Canada In compliance with Industry Canada rules, the following statement must appear on the device or in the user documentation:...
  • Page 46 USB host port must use a ferrite core/bead on the cable. The ferrite core must be placed on the cable near the end that connects to the FC-6000. Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity for CE Marking is available at: https:// www.topconpositioning.com/na/support.
  • Page 47 product that includes Dolby intellectual property. Licenses for these activities may be obtained from Dolby. Any use of this product in any manner other than personal use that complies with the MPEG-2 standard for encoding video information for packaged media is expressly prohibited without a license under applicable patents in the MPEG-2 patent portfolio, which license is available from MPEG LA, LLC, 6312 S.
  • Page 48 FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 49 Specifications...
  • Page 50 Portrait or landscape orientation „ Touchscreen Capacitive multi-touch interface for use „ with gloves, small tip stylus, and in wet conditions Chemically-strengthened Dragontrail™ „ High Ion-Exchange (HIE™) coverglass for impact and scratch resistance Touchscreen profile options „ FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 51 FEATURE SPECIFICATION Keyboard Programmable keys „ Backlit keys „ Batteries Rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack, 7.2 VDC „ 6Ah, 43.2 Whr Run time of up to 12 hours or more „ Charging time 4 to 6 hours „ Built-in battery intelligence „...
  • Page 52 Bluetooth SIG qualification „ IP68 waterproof and dustproof „ Designed to MIL-STD 810G „ RoHS 2 compliant „ FC-6000 is certified on AT&T networks „ Warranties 24 months for FC-6000 „ 90 days for accessories „ Extended service and maintenance plans „...
  • Page 53 FEATURE SPECIFICATION Software Included Alarms & Clock „ Calculator „ Calendar „ Camera „ Cortana „ Device Info (config/control) „ File Explorer „ Groove Music „ Keypad (config/control) „ Magnifier „ Mail „ Maps „ Messaging „ Microsoft Edge „ Narrator „...
  • Page 54 - Input: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0.8 A - Output: 12 VDC, 2.5 A Capacitive fine tip stylus with tether „ Quick Start Guide „ Owner’s Manual (on our website) „ Two year warranty on FC-6000 „ FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 55 FEATURE SPECIFICATION Optional FC/SHC5000/6000 Grounded Stylus „ Accessories (PN 1028985‑01) FC/SHC5000/6000 Keyboard (Landscape) „ (PN 1029734‑01) FC/SHC5000/6000 RAM CLIP Mount Kit „ (PN 1015317‑01) FC/SHC5000/6000 RAM CLIP Only „ (PN 1015316‑01) FC/SHC5000/6000 Cradle w/Pole Claw „ (PN 1013399‑01) FC/SHC5000/6000 Ultra-Clear Screen „...
  • Page 56 B1, B3, B5, B7, B8, B18, B19, B21, B28, B38, B39, B40, B41 UMTS/ North America/EU/ B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B8 HSPA+ “ Australia B1, B5, B6, B8, B9, B19 Note: ROW = Rest of World, or Non-North America FC-6000 Field Computer Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 57 Index...
  • Page 58 Data Account, Set up With Wireless Provider 20 SIM Card Installation 20 Accessories Optional 51, 52 Standard 50 AC Wall Charger 5, 39 Anatomy of the FC-6000 2–3 Audio Features 12 Audio Jack 12 Microphone 12 Speaker 12 Battery Compartment 3, 4 Battery Door 2–3...
  • Page 59 Cautions 11, 20, 29, 35, 39 Certifications and Standards 40 Canada 41 CE Marking, European Union 42 Licensing Information 42 Radio Frequency Safety 41 United States 40 Cleaning 29 Compass 12 Compass Calibration 13 Configurations 49 Connector Ports 3, 12 Ctrl-Alt-Delete Function 17 Task Manager 17 Data Modem 20...
  • Page 60 Microphone 12, 47 Office Docking Station 24 Operating System 46 Physical Features 46 Powering Off 16 Product Warnings 38 Recycling the FC-6000 and Batteries 29 Removable Battery Pack 3–5 Repair 35 System Information 36 Repairs, Upgrades, and Evaluations 35 RS-232C Port 21...
  • Page 61 Set up Tasks, Initial 4 SIM Card 3, 21 Software Included 49 Speaker 2 Specifications 46–53 Storing the FC-6000 17, 28 Stylus 3, 5 Stylus Storage Slot 2 Tether 5 System Information 36 Task Manager 17 Temperature Specifications 48 Touchscreen 8–10...
  • Page 62 ©2019 Topcon Corporation • 7400 National Drive • Livermore, CA • 94550 • All rights reserved. Specifications subject to change without notice. • 1034910-01 Rev A • 7/2019 Chapter D Index...

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