Data Collector Transfer

The Data Collector Transfer program allows transfer of data to and from the data collector. The program may also be used to convert raw data and coordinate files to the supported formats.

There are two variables that affect the interaction between your data collector and CGSurvey. One is the data collector itself and the other is the software you use in the data collector. This section provides information on the use of data collectors and software that will interact with CGSurvey.

NOTE: This manual is not a substitute for your data collector manual.

GENERAL INFORMATION ON USING DATA COLLECTORS

Before using the data collector program, make sure the correct data collector, communication port and communication parameters have been selected in the Settings dialog box.

Direction of Transfer:

Choose either “Data Collector to Computer” or “Computer to Data Collector”.

Data Collector and Computer Transfer Options

Instructions: Press the STEP 1 button. Depending on the type data collector, type file and direction of transfer, this option will give you step by step directions on how to proceed.

The Transfer dialog is divided into two sections, left and right. The left part of the dialog box pertains to “Data Collect Options” such as file source, file format and the file being transferred. The right part of the dialog box pertains to the Desk Top “Computer Options” . Below are instructions for setting both.

Data Collector Options

Pressing the triangle to the right of the edit box will bring up the list of data collectors to choose. From the list select the type of data collector being used.

Use Data Collector:

Check this box to transfer data to/from the data collector. You can also transfer to/from a file in the selected data collectors format.

Use Disk File:

Check this box if the data is in computer file. The data file must be formatted for the data collector selected.

File Name:

If you are importing from a file, or exporting to a file, or are connecting to a data collector that requires a file name for transfer, the File Name edit field will be active. To select the file path click on browse. In the file dialog box specify the path and file name of the file to be opened. select or enter the path and file name of the file desired file.

Transfer Coordinates with Raw:

Some field software allows unadjusted coordinates to be carried in the raw file as the field data is collected. This checkbox gives you the option to transfer this data or not. If you do not want approximate coordinates that were calculated in the field to be confused with control when processing the raw data, leave this box unchecked.

Computer Options

File type: Choose the file type you are transferring/converting. Example: Raw Data, Coordinate, ASCII, etc.
File Format: C&G will import and export several types of file formats for both Raw and Coordinate files.

    Supported Raw Data File Formats:

        New CGR ………….……..   *.cgr
       Old C&G …………………... *.raw
       OBS…………….…………….*.obs
       Geolab   ……………………   *.iob
       StarNet …………………..       *.dat
       SDR2x   …………………..   *.dat
       SDR33   …………………..   *.dat

    Supported Coordinate File Formats:

       C&G AlphaNumeric …………...*.cgc / cgi
       C&G ………………………… *.crd / idx
       Carlson AlphaNumeric .............   *.crd
       Carlson Numeric ......................   *.crd
       ASCII   ……………………… *.nez
       ASCII   ……………………… *.asc
       Geolab ………………………    *.neo
       StarNet………………………    *.pts
       SDR2x   ……………………… *.dat
       SDR33   ……………………….*.dat
       Simplicity……………...………... *.zak
       LDT…………………………… *.mdb

Description Table:

To use a description table check “Use Description Table” box.

You have the ability to use multiple description tables. Examples of that might be:

State DOT
Boundary
As-Built
Topography

Each of these could have different codes and descriptions and this option would allow you to choose which description table to use for the reduction of this file. To change the description table click the “Browse” button and select the TBL file.

Below is an example of a description table:

When using a description table, any INTEGER numbers in the description field of the data coming from the data collector will be replaced by the description in the table. For example, if your description is "13 5", the description put in the coordinate or raw data file will be "CL CMP".

Transfer

Instructions: The instructions window will guide you step by step through the transfer routine. It will tell you what to do on the data collector, and in what order.

Transfer: Once all of the settings are set correct, clicking on the TRANSFER button will begin the transfer between the data collector/file and the desktop.

The Current Status window at the bottom of the Transfer Dialog will indicate the status of the transfer.

Settings

At the bottom middle of the main screen is the “Settings” button. The settings control communications, data units and output data path.

Data Collector

The Data Collector dialog box allows you to select a short-list of data collectors you are transferring to and/or from.

When you select the down button to the right of the data collector shown and the “Show Defaults only” box is unchecked, you will see the complete list of all the data collectors that C&G interfaces with.

You also can create a Default List, This default list should consist of the various data collectors your company may have and/or interface with on a daily basis.

You can use the Show Defaults only check box to limit the data collectors which may be selected from the Data Collector list on the main Data Collector Transfer Screen. If this box is checked, only those data collectors you have specified for the default list will be show.

To add a data collector to the default data collector list:

First make sure the Show Defaults only box is unchecked. Next Select a data collector from the list by scrolling up and down the list using the arrow keys. When the new data collector is selected, make sure the communication parameters are correct to the data collector. Once the settings are correct, click Add DC button Now click the Save List to save the changes to the list.

When through setting all of the typical data collectors you may use, check the Show defaults only check box and only those instruments and settings will be displayed for your selection.

To remove a data collector from the default list:
Make sure the Show Defaults only is checked.
Highlight the data collector you which to remove from list
Click on the Remove DC
Click on the Save List button
Chose OK and verify that the data collector is no longer in the default listing.

Communications

The Communication box allows you to set the following parameters:
Port
Baud rate
Parity
Word length
Stop bits

When a data collector is selected, C&G reads a list of default settings and compares it to the settings currently shown. If the current settings are different than those recommended the defaults will be displayed and a Set Recommended button will be displayed. This allows you to automatically set the recommended communication parameters for your data collector.

The Measurement portion of the Settings dialog box pertains to the units of Raw and Coordinate data input.

Angle Mode………………………   Degrees or Grads
Direction Mode…………………..   Bearing or Azimuth
Azimuth Direction:…………...           North or South
Vertical Input…………………….   Zenith, Nadir or Horizontal
Distance…………………………….Foot or Meter
Foot Definition…………………..   U.S. or International
Coordinate Position…………...        North-East or East-North
Description Length…………….        1 to 100 characters

The Description Table portion of the Settings dialog allows you to select the default description table.

As mentioned earlier you can have multiple description tables, here is where you would select the description table to use.
The Use Description Table option, when checked , will replace any integer description found in the raw data file with corresponding description found on the description table. When this check box is not checked data will be transferred without translation.

Default Path for Output Files

Allows you to set the default location for storing transferred files

Receiving Coordinates from Data Collectors:
There is a point protection feature in place when bring coordinates into an existing coordinate file from a data collector. If the point already exists, and if the coordinate values are different, you will see the following dialog box.

You will have the following options:
Overwrite: overwrite existing point
Do Not Overwrite: skip point
Overwrite, Do Not Ask Again: Overwrite all existing points
Do Not Overwrite, Do Not Ask again: Bring in only new points

Transfer Options

Depending on the type of data collector that you are using, you will be able to perform some of the following functions:

Receive raw data from the data collector or file.
Send raw data to the data collector or file.
Receive coordinates from the data collector or file.
Send coordinates to the data collector or file.
Send a program to the data collector.
Execute a program on the data collector.
Delete files on data collector
View and/or Select files on data collector
Format data area on the data collector

As data is received from a particular data collector or file, it is converted to a .CGR or .CRD file (or other supported format).
Data that is sent to the data collector is converted from the .CGR or .CRD format to the data collector format.

When data is received from a data collector, a read-only file in the data collectors native format is created and stored on the computer. If it is a raw data file, it has a .R$$ extension. If it is a coordinate file, it has a .C$$ extension.

Select Points

When transferring coordinates to the data collector you may choose which points are to be transferred. The default is ALL points. When you click on the Select Points button the following dialog box comes up.

Change file select from: Click the file button to select the coordinate file that you want transfer coordinates from.

Choose Points: This option allows you to select groups of points to be included from the file you have opened, using the C&G selection options.
All Points: All Points in the file will be selected.

Block: select blocks of Points.

Desc: select points by their description.

Match Case: Case sensitive compare.
Match Whole Word Only: If your description is BOC this box is NOT checked, points with the descriptions BOC, BOC1, BOC2, etc. would all be included. If the box were checked, only points with the description BOC would be included.
Code: selec points by Code

Match Case: Match the case of the text
Match Whole Word Only: If checked, in the above example, only AB would be selected. Descriptions of AB1, ABC and ABB would not.
Elevation: select points by elevation

Low Value:
Point ID: Point Number
Elevation: elevation at point
High Value:
Point ID: Point Number
Elevation: elevation at point

If a point number is entered in the point ID box the elevation for that point will be used for either the high or low elevation. You may however enter an elevation only.

In Radius: select all the points within a given radius.

If a point number is entered in the point ID box, the northing and easting of that point will be used for the center of the search circle. To manually enter a northing and easting, leave the Point ID box empty and enter the values for the northing and easting of the circle. Enter the radius for the search circle.

In Rectangle: Select all the points within a given rectangle.

If a point number is entered in the point ID box, the northing and easting of that point will be used for that corner of the rectangle. To manually enter a northing and easting, leave the Point ID box empty and the northing and easting values. The two points defined the diagonal corners of the rectangle.

Choice: This option allows you to choose to include or exclude points previously in the C&G select point dialog box. Example:

In the choose points dialog box: select by Desc
Then type: GS as the description
in the choice dialog box: select Exclude
Any point that has "GS" in the description field will be removed from the selection set.

Total selected Points: the total number of points selected is shown in the lower right hand corner of the dialog box.
Default Column Width: The columns have a default width. If you have changed the width of a column, say NORTHING, you may press this button to go back to the default widths.

The remainder of this section discusses specific data collectors and software.

Data Collector Transfer Settings:

CG-Field & FieldPlus Data Collectors

Establish a connection between the data collector and desktop computer with a standard 9-Pin serial cable, USB cable, Bluetooth, etc. Check the settings as shown above.

Download a Description Table

You can transfer the desktop description table directly to the CG-FieldPlus data collector. The table will be placed in the data collector’s DC_DESC.TBL file. CG-Field will let you use codes without a description table. Simply delete the DC_CODES file from the data collector and use the code numbers to enter descriptions. When you transfer the file to the desk top, the codes will automatically be replaced with the appropriate description. (This allows you to combine codes.) For example, if you enter [1 20 30], in the description field on the data collector when the transfer takes place these numbers will be read from the desk top description table and converted to the corresponding description, such as [BL* TC SW].

Receiving Raw Data from CG-Field

NOTE: When uploading raw data from a data collector using CG-FieldPlus , a read-only file in the original CG-Field format is created on the computer (in the data directory) with a .R$$ extension.

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:

Set transfer method to Data Collector to Computer.
Data Collector Type; CGFIELD+
Use Data Collector:
Transfer Coordinates with raw: -yes or no (your choice)
File Type: Raw Data
File Format: C&G (*.cgr)
File Name: enter the path and name where the file is to be stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path.
Description Table: enter the path where the Description Table is stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path
Select Transfer when all settings are correct.

On the data collector Utils menu, select:
1:C&G Transfer
2:Send Raw Data
Enter or select the raw data file
The file will be transferred.

NOTE:CG-Field uses only 2-character point codes. If you have CGSurvey set for 4-character point codes, the CG-Field file will be converted to a 4-character format but it will still have the correct 2-character code. If you download the same file back to the data collector, the downloaded file will be correct if you did not add any codes that actually consist of 4 characters.

Receiving Coordinate File from CG-Field

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:

Transfer Data Collector to Computer
Data Collector:CGFIELD+
Use Data Collector:
File Type: Coordinate
File Format: C&G (*.crd) or C&G (*.cgc)
File Name: enter the path where the file is to be stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path.
Description Table: enter the path where the Description Table is stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path
Press Transfer when all settings are correct.

On the data collector Utils menu, select:
1:C&G Transfer
3:Send Coords
Select Points
All points
Blocks of points
From points file
The file will be transferred.

NOTE: In any transfer routine it is important to prepare and have ready the device that will be receiving data first.

Sending Coordinate File to CG-Field

On the data collector Utils menu, select:
1:C&G Transfer
3:Receive Coords

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Transfer: Computer TO Data Collector
Data Collector: CGFIELD+
Use Data Collector:
File Type: Coordinate
File Format: C&G (*.crd) or C&G (*.cgc)
File Name: enter the path where the file is to be stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path.
Check the Select Points settings:
This tool allows you to select what group or groups of coordinates are transferred to the data collector.
Press Transfer: when all settings are correct.

NOTE: You should not download a file containing a 4-character code to your data collector. You will be warned that the last 2 characters of the code will not be sent. This means that a code of 1584 will be received as 15.

Receiving ASCII File from CG-Field

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Transfer Data Collector to Computer
Data Collector: CGFIELD+
Use Data Collector:
File Type: ASCII
File Name: enter the path where the file is to be stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path.
Select Transfer when all settings are correct.

On the data collector Utils menu, select:
1:C&G Transfer
6:Send ASCII
File Name With Extension
File:
Transfer Name:
******.***
<Enter>

Sending ASCII File to CG-Field

On the data collector Utils menu, select:
1:C&G Transfer
5:Receive ASCII

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Transfer Computer to Data Collector
Data Collector: CGFIELD+
Use Data Collector:
File Type: ASCII
File Name: enter the path where the file is to be stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path.
Select Transfer when all settings are correct.

Typical Data Transfer Options:

The following are examples of typical data collection transfer settings. There will be cases with certain models or manufactures where special instructions will be required and C&G will provide those as needed.

There three different dialog boxes involved with data collection transfer:

C&G Data Collection Transfer (shown above)
Settings
Description Table Editor.

The function and settings for each of these is described in detail in the previous pages.

The examples shown on the following pages show transfers directly from and to data collectors. These same transfer routines will also work with files that have been downloaded to the desktop computer.

File Conversion Utility

To convert data from files check the Use Disc File box and either hand enter the path and name or click on “Browse” and search for the file location.

These files need to be in the correct data file format.

Receiving Raw Data

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Select Data Collector to Computer
Data Collector: (select data collector from list)
Check Use Data Collector:
Transfer Coordinates with raw: -yes or no (your choice)
File Type: Raw Data
File Format: C&G (*.cgr)
File Name: enter the path where the file is to be stored or click on the “Browse” button and select the path.
Press Transfer: when all settings are correct.
Begin transfer from data collector

Receiving Coordinate Data

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Select Data Collector to Computer
Data Collector: (select data collector from list)
Use Data Collector:
File Type: Coordinate
File Format: C&G (*.crd) or C&G (*.cgc)
File: enter the path to store the file or click on the Browse button and select the path.
Description Table: enter the path where the Desc Table is located or click on the Browse button and select the path.
Press Transfer: when all settings are correct.
Begin transfer from data collector

NOTE: In any transfer routine it is important to prepare and have ready the device that will be receiving data first.

Receiving ASCII Data

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Select Data Collector to Computer
Data Collector: (select data collector from list)
Use Data Collector:
File Type: Coordinate
File Format: ASCII (*.nez)
File: enter the path to store the file or click on the Browse button and select the path.
Description Table: enter the path where the Desc Table is stored or click on the File button and select the path.
Select Transfer: when all settings are correct.
Begin transfer from data collector

Sending Coordinate Data

Prepare Data collector to receive Coordinate file
On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Select Computer to Data Collector
Data Collector: (select data collector from list)
Use Data Collector:
File Type: Coordinate
File Format: C&G (*.crd) or C&G (*.cgc)
File: enter the path to file or click on the Browse button and file
Check the Select Points setting:
Press Transfer: when all settings are correct.

Sending ASCII File

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Select Computer to Data Collector
Data Collector: (select data collector from list)
File Type: ASCII
File: enter the path to store the file or click on the bROWSE button and select the path
Press Transfer: when all settings are correct.

Sending Description Table

On the desk top data collection transfer dialog box, set the following:
Select Computer to Data Collector
Data Collector: (select data collector from list)
File Type: Description Table
File: enter the path to store the file or click on the File button and select the path
Press Transfer: when all settings are correct.

SurvCE Data Collector

You can receive coordinates and raw data from the data collector, or send coordinates to the data collector. Make sure SurvCE is selected as the data collector.

Receive Coordinates from SurvCE

On the desktop, click on "Data collector to Computer": select SurvCE as the Type data collector.
Set FILE TYPE to Coordinate: and select the desired File Format.
On the Data Collector, Select FILE >DATA TRANSFER: Choose Carlson/C&G Transfer.
On the desktop, select BROWSE button next to the FILENAME field: You will see the coordinate files that are on SurvCE.
Select the File you wish to download: and press OK.

Press the Transfer button. If you do not have a destination FILE NAME selected, you will see the following dialog:

In this case, the file already exists, If you press OK the coordinates will be written to the existing file. Point Overwrite Protection will allow you to select which points you wish to bring in. You can decide individually whether you want to overwrite a point or not, or you can select overwrite ALL points, or you can select to bring in ONLY new points.

A file with the same name and a C$$ extension will also be created with the data that came directly from survCE in survCE's format. This file is ready-only and can be archived for legal purposes.

Receive Raw Data from SurvCE

On the desktop, click on "Data collector to Computer": select SurvCE as the Type data collector.
Set FILE TYPE to Raw Data: and select the desired File Format.
On the Data Collector, Select FILE >DATA TRANSFER: Choose Carlson/C&G Transfer.
On the desktop, select BROWSE button next to the FILENAME field: You will see the raw data files that are on SurvCE.

Select the File you wish to download: and press OK.

The selected raw data file will be transferred and converted to the selected format. A file with the same name and a R$$ extension will also be created with the data that came directly from survCE in SurvCE's format. This file is read-only and can be archived for legal purposes.

Send Coordinates to SurvCE

Select Computer to Data collector. Make sure the Data Collector TYPE is set to SurvCE: select the file to be set to SurvCE (N_DRUIDH.crd). If you do not select a destination name, it will be sent to the same named file as the source.
If you do not want to send ALL the points, but need to select specific point: press the SELECT POINTS button and choose the point to transfer.
On the data collector select FILE>DATA TRANSFER: Choose Carlson/C&G Transfer
On the Desktop, Press the TRANSFER BUTTON: The selected coordinates will be transferred.
If the file already exists on SurvCE, you will see the following dialog:

You have the following choices:
Overwrite the existing file
Skip the file (do nothing)
Rename the file
Merge the points.

If you select the Merge option, you will see Carlson's standard merge dialog:

This dialog allows you to fix all conflicts prior to transferring the points.

TOPCON DATA COLLECTORS

Use Topcon cable A-5 if your computer has a 25-pin serial port, or Topcon cable A-16 if your computer has a 9-pin serial port. When uploading raw data from a Topcon/TDS data collector, a read-only file in the original data collector format is created on the computer (in the data directory) with a .R$$ extension. When you send the description table to a Topcon/TDS data collector, only the first 999 descriptions will be sent.

FC1 DATA COLLECTOR

For the transfer program to be able to access any data in the FC1, it must be stored in the FC1 using the Program 2 supplied with the FC1 transfer software. First locate the necessary cables to connect the FC1 to your computer. (your dealer should be able to help you with this).

NOTE: Currently, the only programs that are supported are ET1 and GTS3, which are supplied with the system.

Follow these instructions:
Select either ET-1 or GTS-3 when prompted. Once you have loaded Program 2 into the FC1, you may enter your field data in either of two ways. The first way, is by connecting the FC1 to your total station and let the total station record angular and distance measurements for you by using the ET1 (GTS3) section of the FC1 program. The other way is to use the Manual Entry section of the program to store all of your field data directly through the FC1’s keyboard.

Collecting Data using the FC1

(The following steps will be followed no matter which data entry method you use):

1) Set up data recording mode in the FC1.
2) Enter job information: job name, operator, instrument number, date, temperature, pressure.
3) Enter instrument point information: point number, H.I., backsight point, angle in instrument to backsight.
4) Enter foresight point information: point number, rod height, horizontal and vertical angles, distance.
5) If there are other foresights from the same instrument point, repeat step 4; or if you have another instrument setup, go to step 3; or if you are through, go to the end of the program.

NOTE: Never press the <skip> key when the FC1 is asking for data. Only use the <skip> key to by-pass “go to” options (see step 5 below).

Automatic Recording of Data

1) To set up the recording mode, have the FC1 connected to the ET1 (GTS3), and turned on. Wait until the left side of the display says READY.
If the right side of the display says PRG>2, then you are ready for step 1A.
Otherwise, press these keys: <func>, <#>, <Enter> and then go to step 1B below.
A) Press the <F1> key.
B) When the display says GOTO 7 ET1-PROG? (“GOTO 7 GTS3-PRG”), press the <Enter> key.
2) Enter any name you want for the job-id:
Enter the name of the operator.
Enter the instrument number.
Enter the date, temperature, and pressure.
3) Sight the backsight point with the instrument:
Enter the instrument point number.
Enter the instrument height (H.I.).
Enter the backsight point number.
Press <Enter> for the rod height.
Press <Enter> when the display says REC MODE 2 (REC V/H< MODE? on GTS3).
When the display says MODE>, press <2> and the ET1 should send angular information to the FC1.
4) Turn to the foresight.
Enter the foresight point number, and press <Enter>.
Enter a description for the foresight and press <Enter>.
Enter the foresight rod height and press <Enter>.
When the REC MD3-DR/2R (REC SD/V/HMODE?) message appears, press <Enter>, then choose mode 3 if you are entering a direct angle.
If this is your second angle to that foresight, then you may use mode 2 to record angles only.
5) After step 4, then you should see this message in the display: GOTO 18 FS.PT#?. If you wish to turn more angles from the current instrument point, then press <Enter>, and go back to step 4.
-or-
Press <Skip>. The next message will be GOTO 13 INST.PT? If you want to record another instrument set-up, then press <Enter>.
-or-
Press <Skip>. The next message is, GOTO 8 OPER.? To change operators, press <Enter>, and go to step 2.
-or-
Press <Skip>. The next message is, GOTO 53 END? To end input for this job, press <Enter>.

Steps on Manual Recording of Data

1) To set up the recording mode, have the FC1 turned on. Wait until the left side of the display says READY.
If the right side of the display, says PRG>2 then you are ready for step 1A.
Otherwise press these keys: <func>, <#>, <Enter> and go to step 1B.
A) Press the <F1> key.
B) When the display says GOTO 7 ET1-PROG? (GOTO 7 GTS3-PRG): press the <skip> key.
When the display says GOTO 30 MANUAL?: press the <Enter> key.
2) Enter any name you want for the job-id:
Enter the name of the operator:
Enter the instrument number:
Enter the date, temperature, and pressure:
3) Enter the instrument point number:
Enter the instrument height (H.I.).
Enter the backsight point number:
Enter the rod height if desired:
Enter the angle in the instrument: when the backsight was taken.
Enter the vertical angle and distance: if desired.
4) Turn to your foresight. Enter the foresight point number, and press <Enter>.
Enter a description for the foresight and press <Enter>.
Enter the foresight rod height and press <Enter>.
Enter the horizontal angle, slope distance, and vertical angle to the foresight.
5) After step 4, then you should see this message in the display: GOTO 43 FS. PT#?
If you wish to turn more angles from the current instrument point, then press <Enter>, and go back to Step 4.
-or-
Press <Skip>. The next message will be GOTO 36 INST.PT? If you want to record another instrument set-up, then press <Enter>.
-or-
Press <Skip>. The next message is GOTO 31 OPER.? To change operators, press <Enter>, and go to step 2.
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Press <Skip>. The next message is GOTO 1 MENU? To go to the menu for another job, press <Enter>.
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Press <Skip>. The next message is END. Press <Enter> to end entry for this session.

Receive Data from FC1

Once you have your data stored in the FC1, you must upload it to the computer.

Select the Receive Raw Data function. If you have already dumped the data stored on the FC1 to a computer file (in the Topcon format), you may choose to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file.

NOTE: To power your FC1 while sending data to the computer, you must plug the power cable into the signal port at the top of the FC1 and toggle the FC1’s power switch to EXT.

TOPCON PROPAC DATA COLLECTOR

To enable the Propac to collect raw data in a format Suitable for CG-Survey’s data transfer program the CG program must be installed on the 71B. To load the software: connect the Propac to the computer com port.

Follow the directions to download.
You may store the CG program in a freeport on the 71B. This has several advantages, the main one being it will not be lost if the batteries die.

Under the Propac options choose Load CG Program Into Propac.
On the 71B :
Type Freeport(.01) and key <Endline>.
Type COPY CG TO :PORT(.01) and key <Endline>.

For ROM Versions Prior to 1.75
Type DEF KEY ‘f7’,”USER @ RUNCG”: and key <Endline>.

For ROM Versions 1.75 or Later
Type DEF KEY ‘f7’,”USER @ CONT PRGM2": and key <Endline>.

This will set up the raw data collection program to run on the Propac when the yellow function key and the <7> key are pressed. Unless something happens to the 71B, you should not need to reinstall the CG-Field program again.

Now delete the CG-Field program from the main memory of the Propac by typing PURGE CG:MAIN and key <Endline>. The program is still stored in the freeport.

To use the CG-RAW data program, turn the Propac on and type RUN PRO then key <Endline>. From the KEYS prompt press the yellow function key then the <7> key. This will start the CG program, then just follow the prompts.

The CG raw data program is the only one needed on the Propac other than the Propac options already available. If you are collecting coordinates and elevations instead of raw data, simply follow the Propac instructions.

To transfer the collected data to and from the computer, choose the Propac option you wish and follow the directions on the screen.

If you have already downloaded the data stored on the Propac to a computer file (in the Propac format), you may choose to receive the data directly from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file (raw data file) or .CRD file (coordinate file).

FC-4 DATA COLLECTOR

The C&G data collector transfer program can accept data that was collected from the FC-4 in either the traverse mode or topo mode. It can receive coordinates from the FC-4 and also send coordinates to the FC-4 for stakeout. The CG data collector transfer program supports most the valid methods of collecting data in the traverse or topo mode of the FC-4 (including the ability to collected direct and reverse angles). Refer to the FC-4 users manual to learn the different methods of data collection supported by the FC-4.

Special Features - When translating the FC-4 file to a raw data file using the C&G data collector transfer program:

1) If an FC-4 record is not used, the record will be placed in the raw data file as a comment with the message Not Used appended. No FC-4 record will be ignored. For example, *123 Not Used
2) Remarks (“R” records) will be placed in the raw data file as a comment record.
3) Coordinates will be placed in the raw data file as a coordinate record, (C 23 10000.0000 10000.0000 923.24 ‘TP).
4)When using the FC-4 Benchmark function, the following will be placed in the raw data file:
A) The benchmark coordinates.
B) The measurements to the benchmark as a foresight point.
5) When using the FC-4 Angle-Offset function the following will be placed in the raw data file:
A) A comment line saying the next line is an angle/offset and showing the 1st and 2nd angle recorded to the point.
B) A foresight record combining the first distance measurement and the 2nd angle measurement.
6) When using the FC-4 Distance-Offset function the following will be placed in the raw data file:
A) A comment line saying the next line is a distance/offset and showing the slope distance, vertical angle and offset distance measured to the base point.
B) A foresight record with a new slope distance and vertical angle calculated from the above information.

7) When using the FC-4 Perpendicular-Offset function the following will be placed in the raw data file:
A) The foresight record to the base point.
B) A comment line saying the next line is a perpendicular offset and showing the offset forward/backward, the offset left/right and the offset up/down.

C) A foresight record with a new horizontal angle, slope distance and vertical angle calculated from the above information.

NOTE: If there is no left/right offset, data will not convert correctly to a CG-SURVEY raw data record. For example, if the Perpendicular Offset routine is used to locate a point away from the instrument but on the same line, the resulting data record will use the wrong horizontal angle.

8) Backsight azimuths are transferred to the .CGR file as reference azimuths.

When a file is first created on the FC-4 the user will be prompted for some header information. When the data is transferred to the computer, the C&G data collection transfer program will use the job-id as the file name for the raw data file created on the computer.

To prepare the data collector and computer for data transfer, connect the A-5 or A-16 cable to the serial port of the FC-4 and to the appropriate serial port of the computer. Make sure the correct data collector comm port has been chosen in Settings Dialog.

Choose the appropriate menu option on the FC-4, then follow the instructions and answer the prompts as they appear on the screen. Once the raw data has been downloaded into the computer the raw data can be edited, reduced and printed out from the Traverse/Input Edit program.

If you have already downloaded the data stored on the FC-4 to a file on the computer, you can transfer the data using the “Use Disc File” command

TOPCON and TDS

Transferring Data

On the C&G Data Collector Transfer screen set the data collector option to:

Check Settings to make sure all options are set correctly

Note: See opening section of this chapter for detailed instructions on the Settings dialog box and on sending and receiving files.

Sending Description Table to 48 When sending the description table (DC_CODES file) to the 48, the following occurs:
A new file (DESCRIPT.TXT) is created in the data directory on the computer.

The first 200 descriptions are duplicated from the DC_CODES file.
After that, the first 100 descriptions are reproduced 7 times with the following mapping
codes preceding the descriptions:
201 - 300 BL*(DESC)
301 - 400 EL*(DESC)
401 - 500 CL*(DESC)
501 - 600 CF*(DESC)
601 - 700 OC*(DESC)
701 - 800 PC*(DESC)
801 - 900 PT*(DESC)

The DESCRIPT.TXT file is then sent to the 48.

TOPCON CR2 CARD READER

Data collected and stored using the Topcon Card Reader is in the same format as data on the FC-4. All data format rules for the FC-4 apply here.
Set-Up
Card Read Preparation. Before using the card reader it is necessary to set the two DIP switches on the bottom of the unit to the settings described below. The direction on the switch which is marked ‘OFF’ is really a ‘1’. You should read the attached label, not the switches.

The CR2 should be set as follows:
Baud: 19200
Parity: None
Stop Bits: 1
Word: 8
SW1 DIP Switch: Set the communication parameters

SW2 DIP Switch: Sets other parameters

Use the interface cable supplied with the CR2 unit and plug it into the comm port on the computer. Make sure you select the Topcon CR2 data collector and the correct comm port.

The Card Reader program allows:
1) Receive raw data from the CR2 or from a CR2 file.
2) Receive coordinates from the CR2 or a CR2 file.
3) Send coordinates to the CR2.
4) Send or receive a description table to CR2.
5) Receive description table.
6) Send or receive ASCII files from the CR2.
7) Send an executable (EXE) file to the CR2.
8) Catalog (or directory) of all files on CR2.
9) Delete files on the CR2.
10) Format cards for the CR2.

Receiving Data from the CR2

You may receive raw data files (.R), coordinate files (.N), ASCII files or description table from the CR2. All files on the CR2 of the type you wish to receive will be shown on the screen
Raw Data
Coordinates
ASCII
Description Table

Receiving Data from a CR2 File

If you have already downloaded the data stored on the CR2 to a file on the computer, you may choose to receive the data from the file.

Sending Data to the CR2

You may send coordinate (.CRD) files, ASCII files, EXE files or description table to the CR2. Select the file you wish to send. You may not send a file to the card reader that already exists on the CR2. You must delete the file first. The.CRD files will be converted to .N files. ASCII files will be transferred without conversion, (make sure the file you are transferring is a true ASCII file).

EXE files
Programs with .EXE extensions can be transferred to the CR2. These files will be transferred with a .X extension.

Note: See opening section of this chapter for detailed instructions on the Settings dialog box & information on sending and receiving files.

Catalog: The catalog function will show you all existing files on the Topcon Card Reader.
Deleting Files:All files on the CR2 will be shown on the screen. Select the file you wish to delete. Be careful, once the file is deleted it is gone forever.
Format: The format function will allow you to format a card, making it ready to accept (store) data. If the card is already formatted, you will be warned that all information on the card will be lost, be careful.

SOKKIA (LIETZ) SDR2 DATA COLLECTOR

General Information

Use the cable supplied with the SDR2 data collector to plug into your computers serial port.

When uploading or downloading to or from the computer, turn the switch on the cable toward the word PRINTER. If this does not work, turn the switch toward the word COMPUTER and try again. If you still have trouble please call us.

In order to use the Lietz SDR2 data collector with the transfer program, there are 4 areas that you must consider: (1) Entering data into the data collector in a format that can be sent to your computer, (2) the transfer program itself, (3) sending calculated coordinates back to the data collector, and (4) the data collector code conversion table which converts numeric codes for points into English-language descriptions as the data is sent to the computer.

Sokkia (Lietz) data collectors allow you to enter attribute data. To use attribute data with
CG-SURVEY, it must be appended to the description records in the following format:
DESCRIPTION [attribute name] {attribute}

For example: PIPE [Diameter] {18"}

Entering Data into the Data Collector

Note: that all of the following assume that you have a Getting Started book and Operator’s Manual from the Lietz Company.

1) To begin a new job, press <clear> until Select operation appears in the display. Press the <Menu> key. When JOB appears in the display, press <Enter>, and enter the job name and scale factor.

2) To enter field data, press <clear> until Select operation appears in the display. Press the <Prog>. When Traverse appears in the display, press <Enter> and begin traversing.

2a) You may use the TOPO program rather than the Traverse program. If you use this program, you must use the R option when sending data to your computer. The “Transferring Field Data to the Computer” section of this contains more about this.

Note: The coordinates that you enter for the first instrument point are for the internal use of the SDR2, and can be changed when your field data gets to the computer.

Note: When recording your first backsight information, simply enter an azimuth from the instrument point to the backsight (0.0000 will do). The azimuth information is also only used internally in the SDR2. You can change all of that as you reduce your field notes on the computer.

Note: At each instrument setup, the first angle recorded must be to your backsight. Your instrument may be “zeroed” or not, but when the Traverse Reduction program runs, it will subtract the backsight angle from the foresight angles.

Transferring Field Data to the Computer

If you have already dumped the data stored on the SDR to a computer file (in the SDR format), you may choose option to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file (raw data file) or .CRD file (coordinate file).

Before data can be transferred in either direction between the computer and the SDR2, you must set up the transfer parameters in the SDR2. Once these have been set, they will not change, until you change them again. You do not have to set them each time. (The only parameter that you may wish to change is the baud rate.)

In our tests, the computer can receive data from the SDR2 at 4800 baud, its fastest speed, but the SDR2 could only receive points at 1200 baud. For fastest transmissions to and from the SDR2, you might wish to change this parameter in the SDR2.

The SDR-22 and SDR-24 data collectors will send to the computer at 9600 baud and receive data from the computer at 4800 baud.

1) Set up parameters by pressing <clear> until the message Select operation appears in the SDR2 display. Then, press <Menu>. Press the up or down arrow until Parameters appears in the display, then press <Enter>. You can then go from one parameter to the next by pressing the up or down arrows. When a parameter you wish to change shows on the display, press the <Edit> key, and change it. (See the SDR2 operator’s manual.)

These parameters must be in effect:
Baud: 4800 (or 1200 for sending to the SDR2, see above discussion.)
Parity: not set
Word length: 8
Checksum: N
Coords: N-E-Elev

2) After the parameters have been set, simply connect the SDR2 to the computer, and select the transmission option. (On the Lietz transfer cable, there is a switch that must be set to DTE.)

3) Choose the same baud rate at the computer as you selected in the SDR2 parameters. When the computer says Waiting for data..., press <clear> on the SDR2 until Select operation shows in the display window. Press the <Menu> key. Press an up or down arrow key until Comms output shows in the display, then press <Enter> on the SDR2. Answer <N> if you do not wish to send all jobs. Then enter the job that you do wish to send. (See the SDR2 manual for a complete discussion of this process.)

4) The SDR2 should then send its information to the computer.

Note: As each job record is encountered in the computer will ask you for a file name to store the data in. You may press <Enter> to use the same name as was used in the SDR2 or enter another name. You must use a valid DOS name (all numbers and letters of 8 or less characters will be fine.)

Attribute data collected by the SDR (13AT records) is appended to the descriptions as follows: DESC[Attribute Name]{Attribute}

Example: PIPE[diameter]{18”}

Transferring Coordinates to the SDR2

Be careful of the units when transferring coordinates. For example, if the SDR2 is set to Metric Mode, the SDR2 will automatically convert the coordinates from feet to meters. Before you can transfer coordinates to the SDR2, you must first set up the transfer parameters in the SDR2. Refer to the first part of the previous section for details about how to do this. Then:

1) Ready the SDR2 by pressing <clear> until Select operation appears on the display. Press the <Menu> key. Then press the up or down arrows until Comms input appears on the menu. Press <Enter>.

2) Select the Send Coordinates option and press Transfer.

3) Select the coordinate file on the computer.

4) Choose which coordinates to send.

SOKKIA (LIETZ) SDR33 DATA COLLECTOR

The SDR33 works the same as the SDR2. In Equipment Options there are two SDR33 choices, because when creating a new job on a SDR33 the format is determined by setting the Point ID field to Numeric (4) or Alpha (14).

SDR33 4-Pt

To transfer data to CG-SURVEY, select this setting if your SDR33 is set to Numeric (4). The highest point number allowed is 9,999.

SDR33 14-Pt

The C&G *.cgc files allow 10 character Alphanumeric point numbers. While C&G *.crd files allow only 5 digit numeric point numbers. To transfer a SDR33, set to Alpha (14), the file format setting must be set to *.cgc.

Note: See opening section of this chapter for detailed instructions on the settings dialog box and on sending and receiving files.

LEICA (WILD) GRE3/GRE4 AND GIF-2 INTERFACE

Set Up for GRE3/GRE4

Select the Wild: GIF-2 under Equipment Options. Before transferring data from the GRE3/4 to your computer, you must first set up the transfer parameters in the GRE3. To do this follow these steps on the GRE3/4:

1) <Set> <Mode> <7><0> <Run> <4><8><0><0> <Run> <Run>
(Sets the baud rate to 4800. If you wish, you may leave it at 2400, which is the
rate the T2000 needs to communicate with the GRE3/4.)
2) <Set> <Mode> <7><1> <Run> <2> <Run> <Run>
(Sets even parity.)
3) <Set> <Mode> <7><2> <Run> <1> <Run> <Run>
(Use protocol.)
4) <Set> <Mode> <7><3> <Run> <0> <Run> <Run>
(<CR> only.)
5) <Set> <Mode> <7><4> <Run> <2> <Run> <Run>
(ACK/NAK + <CR>.)
6) <Set> <Mode> <4><0> <Run> <4> <Run> <Run>
(DDD.MMSSS).
7) <Set> <Mode> <4><1> <Run> <1> <Run> <Run>
(Feet).
8) <Set> <Form> <.> <Run> <Rec>
(for the T2000)
-or-
<SET> <FORM> <+/-> <.> <RUN> <1> <1> <RUN> <REC>
(for the T1000)

Note: The above parameters do not “go away” when the GRE3/4 is switched off. They will stay the same until you change them or re-initialize everything.

Note: See opening section of this chapter for detailed instructions on the Settings dialog box & information on sending and receiving files.

Switch Settings/Cable

Option 1
GIF-2 Switches                                    Cable Configuration
= X                         GRE-3/4                             Computer
S1 <                           2    <                                > 3
S2 <                           3    <                              > 2
S7 <                             7    <                              > 7
                                5    <
                    (Jump 5, 6, 8, 20) 6 <
                                     8 <
                                20 <

Option 2
GIF-2 Switches                                    Cable Configuration
= X                         GRE-3/4                             Computer
S1 <                             2<                                 > 3
S2 <                           2    <                              > 2
S7 <                             3 <                               > 7
                                   7 <
                                     5
                    (Jump 5, 6, 8, 20) 6 <
                                     8 <
                                20 <

Data Collection Format for GRE3, GRE4, GIF-10

The transfer program expects your data to be in a specific format. To get your data in this format, follow these steps.

1) To begin a new job enter a “CODE 1” block into the GRE3/4. Example:
{RDY} [CODE]
CODE [1]
I1 ? [RUN]
your job number (Example: 87001)
[RUN]
I2 ? job date (Example: 091687 for Sept. 16, 1987)
[RUN]
I3 ? [REC]
2) Define the first automatic point number for your first foresight. Example:
{RDY} [SET]
{SET} [NR0]
{S NR} [2] for point number 2 as first foresight.
[RUN]
3) At each instrument point, enter a “CODE 2” block into the GRE3/4. Example:
{RDY} [CODE]
{CODE} [2]
[RUN]
{I1 ?} [instrument point number] EX: [1] for instrument point 1.
[RUN]
{I2 ?} [instrument height] EX: [550] for 5.50 feet.
[RUN]
{I3 ?} [REC]

Note: Each instrument point “CODE 2” block must be followed by a measurement
reading to your backsight. You will probably need to change the point number
for the backsight by:

{RDY} [NR]
{NR} [point number] EX: 4 for backsighting point 4.
[RUN]
THEN:
{RDY} [MEAS]
{REC} [REC]
-or-
{ALL} on T1000 will store in GRE3/4

4) Record your foresights. If necessary, change the rod height and/or the description of the foresight. Use “CODE 3” or “CODE 4” to do this. Both codes are essentially the same, but one asks for the description first and the other asks for the rod height first, allowing you to skip the second entry by pressing [REC] rather than entering a value (see the third example below). This step may be skipped if you do not wish to change either rod height or description from the previous entry.

Example 1:
{RDY} [CODE]
{CODE} [3] Code 3 = description, rod height
[RUN]
{I1 ?} [0][1] Description = 01 (must be 2 digits)
[RUN]
{I2 ?} [5][5][0] Rod height = 5.50 feet
[RUN]
{I3 ?} [REC]
See following section on Setting-up Description Codes.

Example 2:
{RDY} [CODE]
{CODE} [4] Code 4 = rod height, description
[RUN]
{I1 ?} [5][5][0] Rod height = 5.50 feet
[RUN]
{I2 ?} [1][0] Description = 10 (must be 2 digits)
[RUN]
{I3 ?} [REC]

Example 3:
{RDY} [CODE]
{CODE} [3] Code 3 = description, rod height
[RUN]
{I1 ?} [1][2] Description = 12 (must be 2 digits)
[RUN]
{I2 ?} [REC] (leave the rod height the same)

5) Take your measurement (make sure that the point number is correct first):
{RDY} [MEAS]
{REC} [REC]

6) Now, go to step 4 for another foresight or to step 3 for another instrument set-up:

Uploading from Data Collector to the Computer

If you have already dumped the data stored on the GIF-2 to a computer file you may choose to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data. After you have collected your field data, connect the GRE3/4 to your computer. Then select the receive option on the computer. The baud rate in the computer must match the baud rate in the GRE3/4. After selecting the baud rate on the computer, follow the steps on the screen to initiate transmission.

Those steps are:
1) Connect the GRE-3/4 to the computer, turn it on, and wait for RDY to show on
the display.
2) Put the GRE-3/4 in upload mode by pressing <Data> on the GRE-3/4.
3) Press <GoTo>, press <Run>, and wait for the GRE-3/4 to display D CD.
4) Press <Send> and press <Run> on the GRE-3/4.

After the computer detects the end of transmission, it will begin to format the data in a usable form. When each job record is encountered (CODE 1), you will be prompted to give the computer the name that you want to enter the file name for that job.

Sending Coordinates to the GRE-3/4

From the Menu, select the send coordinates option. The baud rate in the computer must match the baud rate in the GRE3/4. Initiate transmission on the GRE-3/4 by doing the following:

Note: See opening section of this chapter for detailed instructions on the Settings dialog box & information on sending and receiving files.

1) On GRE-3/4, SET MODE 80 <Run> 2 <Run> <Run> to select file 2.
2) On GRE-3/4, SET MODE 81 <Run> <#blocks> <Run> <Run> to dimension
file 2.
3) Press any key to continue:
4) Next, select the points you wish to send: The transmission will begin.

LEICA (WILD) GIF-10 INTERFACE

Note: (Refer to data collection format GRE3 within this section)

Receiving Raw Data from GIF-10 Interface:

Select the receive raw data option on the computer. If you have already dumped the data stored on the GIF-10 to a computer file (in the Wild format), you may choose receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data.

The baud rate in the computer must match the baud rate in the GIF-10. Do the following on the GIF-10:

1) Set the comm parameters as follows:
Baud: (your choice)
Parity: EVEN
Protoc: ACK/NAK
Stop Bit: 2
End Mark: CR
Connected AS: DTE
2) Put the GIF-10 in upload mode by selecting <Send> on the GIF-10.
3) Press <Run> on the GIF-10 and select the file you wish to send.
4) Press <Run> on the GIF-10.

Sending Coordinates to the GIF-10 Interface:

Select the send coordinates option. The baud rate in the computer must match the baud rate in the GIF-10. Do the following on the GIF-10:
1) Create receive file in GIF-10 now.
2) Put the GIF-10 in download mode by selecting Receive on the GIF-10.
Select the points you wish to send. The transmission will begin.

Note: See opening section of this chapter for detailed instructions on the Settings dialog box & information on sending and receiving files.

LEICA (WILD) GIF-10/WS

This is a Wild GIF-10 interface that will accept data in the same format as WildSoft. You will be asked for the Observation Pattern when the file is transferred. This pattern can be either BS-FS-FS-BS or BS-FS-BS-FS. As with WildSoft, codes 101 and above will be treated as descriptor codes. Code 100 will be subtracted from the descriptor code and that description will be read from CG-SURVEY’s description table. So 101 is description 1, 102 is description 2, and so forth.

The following table shows acceptable WildSoft data collection codes:

WildSoft Data Collection Codes

Code Function
1 Start Job
2 Occupy a Point
3 FS to Traverse Point
11 Assign Coordinates
13 Target Height
14 Add to Target Height
21 Occupy Saved Point
31 FS to Single Point
32 Radial Sideshots
33 Sets of Angles
63 Remark
101+ Descriptions

LEICA (WILD) GIF-10/WS2

This is the exact same interface as the GIF-10/WS except 100 is not subtracted from the descriptor code.

LEICA (WILD) GIF-10/TOPOS

This is a Wild GIF-10 interface that will accept data in the same format as the Canadian software TOPOS. To select this format, choose GIF-10/TOP from the data collector choices in the Equipment Options. The following information explains the format.

These six Wild codes are used:

Code Field 1 Field 2 Field 3 Field 4 Rectype
91 Job Name Date Temperature Pressure New Job
10 Label # HI Instrument Pt.
20 Label # RH Backsight Pt.
30 Label # RH Trav. Pt.
40 Label # RH Side Shot Pt.
2 Label # RH Offset Angle SS

1) If RH (rod height) is 999 it will be considered no value (do not calculate elevation for this point).
2) The Label# (point description number) can contain up to eight characters. The first four and last four will be read as separate descriptions. For example, if Label# is 00210034, then description 21 will be pulled from the description table and description 34 will be pulled from the description table. If 21 is BL* and 34 is TC, then the resulting description will be BL* TC.
3) Point numbers are taken from measurement records. A measurement record will follow code 10, 20, 30, and 40 records. For example: In this example, there is a side-shot record (40), a point label description (71), a rod height (2.150), and a point number (332).
4) If an offset distance is placed in Field 3 of a side-shot record, the measured angle will be shown in a comment line prior to the data record with the newly calculated angle.
5) If a comment is placed in field 4 of a side-shot record, the comment will be appended to the point's description. example: If the label# is 25 and the comment is 150, description 25 (lets say TREE) will be pulled from the description table and the comment will be appended to the description, giving TREE 150 as the description.

Leica Data Pro:

You are allowed to read and write to the Leica Data Pro formatted GSI files. There is no communication directly with the Leica Total stations.

GEODAT 122/124 DATA COLLECTOR

In order to use the Geodat 122 or 124 data collector with the transfer program, there are three areas that you must consider: (1) entering data into the data collector in a format that can be sent to your computer, (2) the transfer program itself, and (3) the data collector code conversion table which converts numeric codes to more readable descriptions when the data is sent to the computer. The following section describes how to enter your data into the data collector. The next section will then give you some information about how to transfer the data. The data collector code conversion table can be changed with menu selection E from the program menu.

Entering Data into the Data Collector

1) Each individual job stored in the Geodat’s memory should begin with a job
identifier. To enter a job identifier, follow these steps:
a) Press the <Info> key.
b) At the prompt “inFo=” enter a job number, like this: inFo=87001<Ent> (<Ent> means to press the <Ent> key.)
c) At the prompt “dAtA=” enter the date like this: Example: dAtA=050187<Ent> (for 05/01/87)
2) For each instrument location, you must enter an instrument point identifier.
Follow the following steps to do this:
a) Press the <Stn> key.
b) At the “Stn=” prompt enter you instrument point number like this: Stn=1<Ent> (for instrument point 1)
c) At the “iH=” prompt enter the instrument height, like this: iH=5.5<Ent> (for 5.5 feet)

d) Next the prompt “PCod=” will appear on the display. At this time, enter your backsight point, just like the foresights in the next step. You may enter “0” (zero) for all of the fields except:
“Pno=” (enter the backsight point number)
“Hor=” (enter the angle in your instrument when you take the backsight.)
3) Recording foresights. You are now ready to record a foresight:
a) At the “PCod=” prompt enter the point code for your foresight like this: PCod=10<Ent> (for point code 10)

Note: The point code will be used to assign a description to your foresight. The description that is associated with each code is up to you. Use the “Edit data collector code table” program to set up your codes before uploading your data to the computer.

b) At the “Pno=” prompt enter your foresight point number like this: Pno=2<Ent> (for point number 2)
c) At the “SH=” prompt enter the rod height of your foresight like this: SH=5.5<Ent> (for 5.5 feet)

The next three fields may be entered manually or may be automatically stored by your instrument.
d) At the “Hor=” prompt enter the horizontal angle to your foresight like this: Hor=65.1253<Ent> (for 65 degrees, 12 minutes, and 53 seconds.)
e) At the “ELE=” prompt enter the vertical angle to your foresight like this: ELE=90.1215<Ent> (for 90 degrees, 12 minutes and 15 seconds)
f) At the “diSt=” prompt enter the slope distance to your foresight like this: diSt=100.128<Ent> (for 100.128 feet)

Now, go to step 2 for a new instrument point, or step 3 for another sight from the current instrument point.

Note: If you have already dumped the data stored on the 122/124 to a computer file (in the 122/124 format), you may choose to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file.

Receive Data from Data Collector

Select the receive raw data option.
1) Before you upload your data, make sure that the description table is current.
2) Before you initiate the upload program, you must first define the upload parameters for the Geodat. To do this, follow the steps outlined below.
3) This should not have to be done each time. The values that you enter should stay the same until you change them.
a) Press the <f>, the <1>, the <0> and the <Ent> keys. (For function 10.)
b) Answer the baud rate question like this: bAud=1200<Ent> (for 1200 baud you can use 300 baud, but it will take longer to transfer your data.)
c) Make sure that “Eob=” looks like this: Eob=0123456789<Ent>
d) Make sure that the “StArt=” prompt looks like this: StArt=035<Ent>
e) Make sure that the “StoP=” prompt looks like this: StoP=000<Ent>
f) Make sure that the “ErrCodE=” prompt looks like this: ErrCodE=037<Ent>
g) Make sure that the “nuLLS=” prompt looks like this: nuLLS=000<Ent>

GEODAT 126, 400, 500 AND INTERNAL MEMORY THEODOLITES

These Geodat data collectors use the following data entry format:

Instrument Point Setup
Labels                         Explanation
*2                               Instrument Point
3                                 Height of Instrument
*62                             Backsight Point
21                             Backsight Angle
6                                 Backsight Rod Height
7                                 Horizontal Angle to Backsight
8                                 Vertical Angle to Backsight
9                                 Slope Distance to Backsight
* Indicates required code

Note: Pcodes (label 4) cannot be used anywhere except in foresight records.

Note: The order of the instrument point setups is not important.

Foresight Points
Labels                       Explanation
*5                             Foresight point
6                                 Backsight rod height
*7                             Horizontal angle to backsight
*8                             Vertical angle to backsight
*9                             Slope distance to backsight
4                                 Pcode (Description)
* Indicates required code

Note: Foresight points must begin with either a Pcode (label) or a foresight point (code 5). The order of the remaining parameters is not important.

Label 4 (Pcodes) are placed in the description field of the raw data file. If you cannot get the entire point description into a single Pcode, we allow you to use multiple Pcodes for an individual point.

Example: 4 = Manhole,
4 = Inv. -10.23,
4 = 12” Conc.Pipe

The resulting point description is: Manhole, Inv. - 10.23, 12” Conc.Pipe If the Append Info Records to Pcode toggle is on, info records (label 0=) that directly follow a Pcode (label 4=) will be appended to the Pcode prior to being placed in the point description.

Example: 4 = Manhole,
0 = Inv. -10.23,
0 = 12” Conc.Pipe
The resulting point description is: Manhole, Inv. - 10.23, 12” Conc.Pipe

GEODAT 126 DATA COLLECTOR

I. The Cable

Your cable should be made as follows:
NC - No connection.
Geodat 126 (male)Computer 25 Pin
2 .......................................... 2 (TxD)
3 .......................................... 3 (RxD)
7 .......................................... 7 (S.GND)
5-NC |-5 (CTS) jumper 5-6-8-20
6-NC |-6 (DSR)
8-NC |-8 (CD)
20-NC |-20 (DTR)

Geodat 126 (male)Computer 9 Pin
2 .......................................... 3 (TxD)
3 .......................................... 2 (RxD)
7 .......................................... 5 (S.GND)
5-NC |-8 (CTS) jumper 8-6-1-4
6-NC |-6 (DSR)
8-NC |-1 (CD)
20-NC |-4 (DTR)

II. Set Protocol 2 and 5; Set Format 2

Be sure the INT./EXT. switch is set to INT. if you are not connected to an external power source. Be sure the on/off switch is in the on position.

Set protocol by using program 51 in the Geodat.
Protocol 2                             Protocol 5
1:          9600                    1:         9600
2:         2                               2:         2
3:         7                             3:         7
4:         2                             4:         2
5:         10                             5:         10
6:         0                             6:         0
7:         0                             7:         0
8:         0                             8:         0
9:       0                             9:         0
10:     0                             10:       0
11:     0                             11:     0
12:     0                             12:       0
13:     0                             13:     0
14:     1.13                          14:     1.13
15:     0                               15:     0
16:     3.371310                  16:     3.371310

Set format by using program 50 in the Geodat.
Format 2
1:         1
2:         80
3:         13
4:         15

III. Data Storage in the Geodat 126

Raw data is gathered into job files using the pre-programmed UDS’s in the Geodat 126. Call us if you wish to create others.

To use the existing programs, begin by choosing program #10. This sets up the header information and first instrument/backsight points. For foresights, choose program #0 if you are carrying elevations or program #1 for horizontal locations only. Use program #11 to change instrument set-ups. These programs are explained on page 8:4 in the Geodat manual.

Coordinates are transferred from and into area files.

Special numeric point codes may be used. These codes are converted to alphanumeric descriptions as the data is received from the Geodat 126. The codes are defined in the description table.

IV. UDS Requirements

The initial testing of the Geodat 126 was done using the standard UDS’s supplied with the Geodat 126. If you wish to try using your own, these rules apply:

1) A measurement must end with label 9. (See sample UDS’s 0, 1, 2, 3.)
2) Each Job. No. file must begin (1st record) with ADM type data (see sample UDS
10). This sequence must end with label type 74 - Air Pressure.
3) Each instrument station sequence must end with Hz. Ref. (Label 21). See the UDS 11 in Geodat 126 manual for sample.

Select the receive/send option from the computer menu and follow the prompts. If you have already dumped the data stored on the DR-2 to a computer file (in the DR-2 format), you may choose to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file (raw data file) or .CRD file (coordinate file).

GEODAT 400 DATA COLLECTOR

Setting up the Geodat 400 for use with the transfer program:
1) Set protocol 0 (as shown below).
2) Set format 0 (as shown below).

Be sure the on/off switch is in the on position. Set protocol by using program 51 in the Geodat field instrument.

Protocol 0
1:         9600
2:           0
3:           8
4:         1
5:         10
6:         0
7:         1
8:         17
9:         19
10:       0
11:       0
12:       0
13:         0
14:         1.13
15:         0
16:         1.04

Line 7 implements software handshaking between the 400 and the MS-DOS computer by using a value of 1. When the value of item 7 is 0, then no software handshaking is done.

Line 8 is given a value of 17 which is the Xon value used for the communication handshaking.

Line 9 is given a value of 19 which is the Xoff value used for the communication handshaking.

Set format by using program 50 in the Geodat field instrument.
Format 0
1:         1
2:         80
3:       324:
4         *

Note: It is important that the values above be set as we show them or our software can not communicate with the Geodat 400 Data Recorder.

If you have already dumped the data stored on the 400 to a computer file (in the 400 format), you may choose to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file (raw data file) or .CRD file (coordinate file).

Uploading Raw Data to the Computer

After you have collected your field data, connect the Geodat 400 to your computer. Select the receive raw data option. The baud rate in the computer must match the baud rate in the Geodat 400. Do the following:
1) Connect the 400 to the computer, turn it off, then on.
2) Make certain that you have selected the correct protocol and format.
3) Enter name of Geodat job file.

Download Coordinates into 400 Area File

Select the send coordinates option.
Select the points to send.
Ready the 400 with the following steps:
1) Connect the 400 to the computer, turn it off, then on.
2) Make certain that you have selected the correct protocol and format.
3) Enter name of Geodat area file.
The coordinates will be transferred.
Get Coordinates from 400 Area File

Receive coordinates from 400 Area File

The baud rate in the computer must match the baud rate in the 400. Do the following:
1) Connect the 400 to the computer, turn it off, then on.
2) Make certain that you have selected the correct protocol and format.
3) Enter name of Geodat area file.
The transmission will begin.

GEODAT 500 DATA COLLECTOR

Setting up the Geodat 500 for use with the transfer program:
1) Set protocol 0 (as shown below).
2) Set format 0 (as shown below).
Be sure the on/off switch is in the on position.
Set protocol by using program 51 in the Geodat field instrument.

Protocol 0
1:         9600
2:           0
3:           8
4:         1
5:         10
6:           0
7:         1
8:         17
9:         19
10:         0
11:         0
12:         0
13:         0
14:         1.13
15:         0
16:         1.04

Line 7 implements software handshaking between the 500 and the MS-DOS computer by using a value of 1. When the value of item 7 is 0, then no software handshaking is done.

Line 8 is given a value of 17 which is the Xon value used for the communication handshaking.

Line 9 is given a value of 19 which is the Xoff value used for the communication handshaking. Set format by using program 50 in the Geodat field instrument.

Format 0
1:         1
2:         80
3:         32
4:         *

Note: It is important that the values above be set as we show them or our software can not communicate with the Geodat 500 Data Recorder.

The C&G Data collector Transfer dialog box has an addiional option for the GEODAT 500 collector, as shown below. the show DC files:

This Option actually reads and displays the data files on the GEODAT 500 data collector. From the display options you can select to view all files, just coordinate files or just raw files.

If you have already dumped the data stored on the 500 to a computer file (in the 500 format), you may choose to receive the data from the file. Enter the file name that contains the data, and the file name for the .CGR file (raw data file) or .CRD file (coordinate file).

You can also delete files from the GEODAT 500. Be careful, once the files is deleted it is gone forever. When you have the files selected, you want to transfer, select exit.

The Geodat 500 program allows:
1) Receive raw data from the Geo 500
2) Receive raw data from a file.
3) Receive coordinates from the Geo 500.
4) Receive coordinates from a file.
5) Send coordinates to the Geo 500.
6) Catalog (or directory) of all files on Geo 500.
7) Delete files on the Geo 500.

Receiving Data from the 500

You may receive raw data files (M=), or coordinate files (I=). All files on the 500 of the type you wish to receive will be shown on the screen (for example, all I= files for coordinate).
1) Select the file you wish to receive. Raw Data (Job Files)

2) After the raw data file is transferred, you will be asked to select the file name it will be stored under on the computer. The default value will be the same name with a .CGR extension. Coordinates (Area Files)

3) After the coordinate file is transferred, you will be asked to select the file name it will be stored under on the computer. The default value will be the same name with .CRD/.IDX extensions.

Sending Data to the 500

You may send coordinate (.CRD) files to the 500. All coordinate files on the computer will be shown on the screen. Select the file you wish to send.
1) You may select the only the coordinates that you wish to send (you do not have to send the entire file). Catalog
2) The catalog function will show you all existing files on the Geodat 500.

Deleting Files

All files on the 500 will be shown on the screen.
1) Select the file you wish to delete. Be careful, once the file is deleted it is gone forever.
2) Press <Esc> if you do not want to delete a file.

GEODIMETER TOTAL STATIONS WITH INTERNAL MEMORY

You can select Geodat 500 and interface directly with any Geodimeter that has internal memory. To transfer data from a Geodimeter Total Station with internal memory, do the following:
1) In Equipment Options, select Geodat 500 as the data collector and run data collection program.
2) Use Geotronix cable #571136756. Connect RS232 on computer to RS232 on Geodimeter with cable.
3) Power on Geodimeter and turn off compensator with Function 22 as follows:
Key
<F> (Function)
<22>
<Ent> (Enter)
<0>
<Ent>
Then press <Ent> until P0 is displayed on Geodimeter screen.

4) Set the END character to 4 with Function 79 as follows:
Key
<F> (Function)
<79>
<Ent> (Enter)
<4>
<Ent>
5) Initiate comm port on Geodimeter as follows:
Key
<Mnu> (menu)
<4> (data com)
<1> (select device)
<2> (serial)
<Yes> (serial on)
<1.8.0.9600> (com=) {skip if already set}
<Ent> (enter)
<0> (table no=)
<Ent>
<No> (REG. key?)
<No> (Slave ?)
6) You may now select all options on the computer menu for data collection transfer with the Geodimeter. See Geodat 500 instructions for data transfer (disregard formatting procedures).

SMI 48 ENHANCED DATA COLLECTOR

The SMI interface routine works only with SMI Enhanced Cards. Use the interface cable supplied with the SMI unit (plugs into the comm port on the computer).

SMI 48 transfer Versions 5

Receiving Data

If you have already dumped the data stored on the SMI to a file on the computer, you may choose to receive the data from the file.

Receiving Raw Data from the SMI

Select the Receive raw data option on the computer. On the SMI, select TOPC and then RAW. The transfer will begin. The file name will be shown on the screen after the transfer is complete. You may enter a new file name if you wish. Our reduction program does not allow a raw data file with mixed angle types (for example: azimuths, angles right, deflections, etc.). When you are collecting data on the SMI, stick to one angle type. You can mix distance types if you wish (slope/zenith, horizontal/vertical).

Receiving Coordinates from the SMI

1) Select the Receive Coordinates option on the computer: On the SMI select TOPC and then SMI.
2) On the SMI, enter the first and last point numbers you wish to send: The transfer will begin.

Sending Coordinates to the SMI

1) On the SMI select TD48 and the SMI.
2) Select the Send Coordinates option on the computer. You will be asked if you wish to send descriptions. The answer to this question depends on whether the SMI coordinate file you are sending to is a 15 byte file (no descriptions) or a 30 byte file (descriptions).
3) On the computer, select the points you wish to send. When the selection set is complete, press <T> for transmit. The transfer will begin.

SMI 48 transfer Versions 6, 7 & 8

Receiving Raw Data from the SMI

1) Get the C&G Transfer Program ready to receive raw data: Press Transfer
2) On the SMI data Collector select [PRINT]: set the soft-key to [WIRE]

Receiving Coordinates from the SMI

1) Get the C&G Transfer Program ready to receive raw data and Press Transfer
2) On the SMI data Collector select [JOB]. then [KERM]: set the soft-key to [NE] and [COMM]. select [SEND] and then select the points to transfer.

Sending Coordinates to the SMI

1) On the SMI data collector select [JOB] the [KERM]: set the soft-key to [NE] and [COMM]. select [RECV].
2) Configure the C&G Transfer Program to send Coordinates: select the points to be sent and press TRANSFER

Nikon Data Collection Transfer

Receiving Raw Data from the Nikon Total Station:

1) Get the C&G Transfer Program ready to receive raw data and Press Transfer
2) On the Nikon select [MENU]. Select option [SET] and then option [COMM].Set "Ext.Comm:" to Nikon. Set the communication parameters to match those in the C&G transfer program.
3) From the Main Menu on the Nikon select "Comms" and "Download": select format: NIKON and Data: RAW
4) Press ENTER to send.

Receiving Coordinates Data from the Nikon Total Station

1) Get the C&G Transfer Program ready to receive raw data and Press Transfer
2) On the Nikon select [MENU]. Select option [SET] and then option [COMM]. Set "Ext.Comm:" to Nikon. Set the communication parameters to match those in the C&G transfer program.
3) From the Main Menu on the Nikon select "Comms" and "Download": select format: NIKON and Data: COORD.
4) Press ENTER to send.

Sending Coordinates Data from the Nikon Total Station

1) On the Nikon select [MENU]. Select option [SET] and then option [COMM].Set "Ext.Comm:" to Nikon. Set the communication parameters to match those in the C&G transfer program.
2) From the Main Menu on the Nikon: select "Comms" and "Upload Data". Press ENTER to receive.
3) Configure the C&G Transfer Program to Send Coordinates: select the points to be sent and press TRANSFER.
Pulldown Menu Location: CG-Survey>CGTrav>Data Collector Transfer
Keyboard Command:DC, CG_DATA_COLLECTOR
Prerequisite: Check Cable Connection & Communication Parameters