Sokkia introduces the latest GNSS integrated receiver designed for lightweight and convenient field operation — the GCX2.  “Nicknamed ‘the bullet’, the GCX2 exemplifies a completely reimagined approach to receiver design that offers an ultra-lightweight and ergonomic solution at a low cost,” said Eduardo Falcon, executive vice president and general manager of the GeoPositioning Solutions Group.

The multi-constellation and dual frequency receiver is designed to offer affordable high-quality results for traditional applications in the surveying and construction fields — as well as unconventional utilizations such as in landscape architecture, GIS, BIM and forensic mapping.  The receiver connects via Bluetooth® to the Sokkia S-10 or GHX2 field controller enabling ease-of-operation within the MAGNET® suite of software. The GXC2 utilizes 226 channels; each one optimized to constantly track any currently available satellite signals.

“This is the smallest and lightest integrated receiver Sokkia has ever offered,” said Falcon. “The innovative POST™ (Precision Orbital Satellite Technology) antenna element allows for a form that is both ergonomic and extremely lightweight, which fully differentiates it from existing receivers in the market. The unique ‘bullet’ shape appears as a small extension of the range pole — almost as if it’s not even there.”

The receiver features radio-free RTK operation via interference-free data communication technology, which eliminates licensing issues. When used as a base station, it may support up to three concurrent GCX2 rovers at a range of up to 300 meters. Each receiver may be used as a base or as a rover.For network operation, the GCX2 may be paired with a cellular-enabled data-controller to provide RTK network corrections and connectivity with MAGNET Enterprise.

“The GCX2 delivers a high level of performance and efficient workflow, and it’s offered with a substantial pricing advantage over competitive systems,” said Falcon. 

Additional features include a rechargeable battery and Sokkia receiver utility (SRU) software compatibility.  

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Surveyor from the network asked if I might be able to dig up a Sokkia 2LS Cygnus KS-102 manual for his Sokkia Total Station.  It wasn't easy to find but i managed to find one to share for support.

Hello

I wish you all the best for New Year from Bosnia

Does anyone use Sokkia SET-X (1X or 3X or..) total station with Survce software?

Dear friends

I have a Sokkia SRX3 Robotic Total Station and a RC-PR4 remote but I cant connect them together. I have connected the RC-PR4 with my Controler but it cont be connected with the SRX3.

The SRX3 can be connented with my controler and works without RC-PR4.

What can I do to connect them together

A fellow member asked if I could help him find a manual for the Sokkia CX and after quite a bit of searching i finally dug one up. Here it is attached for download below. Hope it helps!

I have a SOKKIA SET250X total station in chinese default language and
any time I tried to change the language by clicking on 'OTHERS' and
LOAD, it always tell me to download the language. Please, how will I
go about changing the default language from chinese to English? Is
there any software for the language conversion? or any method in
changing the language?

Thanks in anticipation for your warm reply.

I recently got engaged!    So....I decided that I need to sell some of my father's left over surveying equipment in order to pay for wedding and family gathering. Let me know if you have any questions or would like some more photos. 

This is an Axis 3 Backpack unit - Call 347-263-1455 to speak with Justin about Shipping

Easy to use, you can be collecting data in 30 mins, Automatically connects to WAAS, Coast Guard BEACON, or OMNI STAR * Accuracy averages 11/2' to 2' * collect POINTS, AREAS, and CONT. Lines *works with hydro, never stand and wait on a shot again, one prompt click to a side shot..enter a bearing and a distance, your off to the next shot. Export to ASCII, DXF, shape files/GIS files, etc. NEW UNIT MSRP: $7,295 

 GIS/Mapping DGPS unit with software..SOKKIA AXIS 3 with IMap: NEW GIS/Mapping GPS back-pak SOKKIA AXIS 3, sub-meter DGPS, CONDITION: NEW Great in canopy, New style antenna. (Optional) data collector, but can be operated from your Laptop, IPaq, tablets, notebooks, etc. and comes with IMap software. GIS/Mapping DGPS unit with software..NEW $3,995 IMap is very user friendly collection progrom, and can be configured to be as attribute sensitive as you require. Will also collect raw data L1 ONLY

The Sokkia Axis 3 is the current GIS-level GPS product from Sokkia and obtains corrections from Coast Guard beacons, WAAS and OmniStar. There is no subscription fee for beacons or WAAS, but there is for OmniStar. The subscription can be by month or year or any other time period (even �weekend� use). Accuracy varies on correction method used, but is typically sub-meter to 3 meters. For example, 0.5 meter accuracy (1.5 feet) is common with beacon corrections when located within 60 miles of a Coast Guard beacon. The Axis 3 is designed for GIS and environmental applications, which are effectively addressed by SurvCE through use of attributing on feature codes and through ESRI import and export features.

GIS/Mapping GPS back-pak SOKKIA AXIS 3, sub-meter DGPS, CONDITION: NEW

Great in canopy, New style antenna. (Optional) data collector, but can

be operated from your Laptop, IPaq, tablets, notebooks, etc. and comes

with IMap software. GIS/Mapping DGPS unit with software..NEW it sells for $3,995

 

Download setupofsokkiaaxis3dgps_assembly.pdf

Hi

the sokkia GRX2 receiver is showing the red solid light on the receiver health display led indicator. this is the button just on top of the power button. 

as a result the receiver is not being able to connect to the data logger through bluetooth. it is able to find the receiver id sometimes but is not able to 

connect. anyone has the solution of what might have happened. 

Hi 

can anyone advise where I can get a technical manual for a Sokkia SDR 31 controller.Trying to avoid downloading pdf's from unsecured sites ,unless someone knows of a reliable one.Thanks 

John

Finding user manuals and guides for older surveying equipment can be a royal pain. Over time members have thankfully submitted their old operators documents and workflows. Lately, i have seen a rise in questions related to older Sokkia equipment so I figured I'd post a few hard-to-find manuals for your use. Hopefully one of these might come in handy for you.

Get to know the SDR8100 Data Collector using this Operators Manual

Looking to get that old SDR 31 data collector running again? This may help! Item specifics * Condition: Used * Brand: Sokkia * Operating System: 16-bit DOS Operating System * Installed Software: Embedded Sokkia Proprietary Program * Environmental Sealing: Not Environmentally Sealed * Installed Memory: 1MB Specifications: Physical and Environmental Characteristics: * Dimensions: 7.38 in. L x 3.0 in. W x 1.9 in. D * Weight: 15.5 oz. (44 grams) including battery. * Power: Disposable; 9 volt alkaline * ESD: 15 kV electrostatic discharge to all surfaces without loss of of data in RAM memory * Drop: Withstands up to 4.5-foot drop to concrete * Environmental: Limited Sealing against dust and rain. * Humidity: Up to 95% non-condensing * Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104° F (0°C to 40° C) * Storage Temperature: -4°F to 140° F (-20°C to 60° C) This Data Collector is configured with: * Monochrome Display * 80c88 type (8 MHz/V25) Processor * DOS Operating System * 1MB RAM * Sokkia SDR31 Expert Software: Ver. 04-04.27 * 46-Key Keypad with 2 Side Triggers * Instrument Cable for Sokkia & Topcon Total Stations * Runs on 1 Standard 9-Volt Alkaline Battery

How about that dusty SDR 33 datalogger? Try This!

Looking for something different? Tell us in the comments below. Alternatively, you can also send a private request for surveying equipment manuals here.

I have error code 118 on Sokkia 3030R can anyone assist 

I am using Carlson Survey.  The two units are listed in the gps equipment list.  The data collector can not find the receiver.  I have checked cables, settings, default settings what is the problem.

I am using an HP IPAQ to do rtk work with these machines, no problem.

Any ideas would be helpful.

Thanks,

Doug

 A fellow member asked me through email if I had an operators manual for Sokkia Anleitung SET2CII intellegent Total Stations.  I managed to dig it up and I hope this helps.

NOTE: The Total Station SET 2CII by Sokkia is no longer produced.

I recently purchased a SET6F on ebay, an actually got it up and running.

Does anyone know where I can find a copy of the operator's manual?  Hard copy preferred, or a link to a pdf , or anything.

I have the manual that came with it, but all the pages are stuck together. (Surveying in the rain?) More of a paperweight than a document.

Opening it just rips the pages.

Greetings to all Surveyors around the world,

I have been have this problem with my Leica TPS 407 Total Station when I try to take measurements, It displays 'Weak Signal Error 1292'. I have even change New Battery and tried different Prism but still It does not take measurement.

Please Help me out with the best solution, It is the only TPS Device I gad. thanks as you help.

Hello, I just purchased a Lieca TS06 Plus and unboxed it.  I am used to older Topcon total stations that have  horizontal and vertical locking knobs that serve to either lock the horizontal/vertical movement and also finely turn the total station.

The TS06 knobs finely turn the total station, but before I break something, how is the locking/unlocking to manually point the gun, say 180-degrees horizontally accomplished?

Thank you very much.

-John

Hi all.

i have infortunely deleted one job from my leica 1200 rover. please can somebody help me to recover it?

My Leica robotic displays a warning message that says, "Warning 60: Initialisation error...[sic]"

I "okay" it, and go to work without problems, but this is concerning.

I am having a difficult time finding a list of warning or error message descriptions from Leica.

Does anyone have any knowledge of the meaning of Leica warning messages or a link to access that information?

I reformatted the CF card, and even booted the machine without the card, figuring that Leica just wants to mess with my head about not using their proprietary memory card, lol, but the warning message appeared regardless.

If I only knew what it meant by "Initialisation error", I would be satisfied.

Leica should be ashamed that such information is not readily available, at least a list of warnings and errors in their ordinary documentation.

Sheesh!

Is anyone still have the 5.05 firmware version of GS10/15?

My CS15 is on 5.05, but my GS15 is on 5.02, and cn'a get connected each other, because of different firmware version.
Unfortunately i have no budget to buy the ccp's.

I am Mohammad Shoaib Afzali from Kbaul, Afghanistan , and Bachelor of Geodesy Engineering Faculty of Kabul Polytechnic university , and currently works as survey manager in National rural acccess program of Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and developement of Afghanistan.

I am so happy to be the member of Land Surveyors United

Best Regards,

Afzali

Go to Computation then Edit- Elevation- option click Elev Diff. encode -.330. Dont forget block for multiple elevation average change.

Am trying to use the old fashioned RTK with GSM. I use a GX1230 with Siemens M20 (GX1230 Tech Ref Manual lists M20 as a supported model). Connected the M20 to Port1, configured the Real Time Interface with Port1 and Siemens M20 that shows up by default in Smartworx with factory default AT commands. I create a Config Set for Rover, all done and Smartworx shows messages, 1. Config Set saved, 2. Port1: No response from GSM and 3.Port1: GSM Initialised. The SIM I use has both voice and data from the service provider. I do not have a Network RTK Infrastructure, so I am doing a Single Base to Single Rover RTK. Under Additional Rover Option, Accept Reference is "Any Received" and Ref Network is "None" (as I dont have a Network RTK Infrastructure).

Begin Survey, Press F3 CONEC, Screen shows Dialling 'mobile number', and immediately, it throws up 'Connection interrupted' error in Smartworx.

When I use AT commands on M20, I am able to call my mobile (rings) and from my mobile to the M20 unit, smartworx displays connection established. But its when I dial via smartworx, from Rover to Base, smartworx throws up this error almost immediately. Have struggled with it for 2 weeks.

Appreciate if you can throw some light. Thank you.

Hello my friends.

Is there anyway to convert TPS1200 CODELIST .OCE to a TPS1100 CODELIST  .Frt?

Hi Guys, I'm Jesaya Hakanyome a Surveyors in Namibia.  I have been using leica 500 for 3 years now bu today when I tried to do a calibration a get an error 4 when trying to save the coordinates system.  Any idea of what error  4 means 

I have two staking reports I can export from Smartworx Viva, a reference line stake report and a point stake report. The reference line stake out report give me hub and design height as orthometric height. The point stake report gives me the hub and design as ellipsoid height. Does anyone know how to change the point stake report xls to output elevations in orthometric height, not ellipsoidal? Please advise.

Thank you,

has anyone successfully loaded a current almanac onto a Leica GX1230 receiver. I have tried to force it to initilise via Config - satttelited - Shift F4 but no luck.

Anyone is familiar with Leica Geiod Reader?

Dear everybody,

It's nice to be a part of your 4rum.

Firstly, I would like to introduce with you I am Hieu, Survey Manager of Hitachi Railway Line 1 in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Our company has just bought the TS16P 1" for my Survey Team, unfortunately, so far I cannot know how to import our project alignment data including super elevation, slope, cant, etc., to my Total Station.

Could you please help me to solve this matter?

Thank you so much in advance.

Kind regards,

Hieu.

Hey guys.

How do you edit the parameters file so I could customise it before I load it (.par) to my TPS11OO?

Hi all,

I have recently hired a Leica TS15 Robotic total station and all is going well. However, when I go to export my surveyed points to a memory stick as a DXF file and open that DXF file in AutoCAD, my points do not display the name that I assigned to them from my controller while I was surveying them (see image bottom). This makes it very hard to know which point is which.

Before receiving my TS15, I was using a Leica TS12 Robotic total station and when I exported surveyed points as a DXF file and opened it in AutoCAD, my points were displayed with the name I had assigned to them from my controller while surveying those points along with their easting and northing co-ordinates and their reduced level (see image top).

There must be some setting that I do not know about, which I can change to correct this issue. Has anyone come across this issue before? If you have I would be very grateful if you'd let me know how to fix it.

Cheers,

Nick.

DOES ANYBODY KNOW OF A INSTRUMENT REPAIR FACILITY THAT WILL WORK ON THESE? PREFERABLY IN S.C.. THE TRIMBLE PEOPLE DON'T SUPPORT IT ANYMORE. THEY WILL WORK ON THEM BUT THEY ONLY REPLACE PARTS, WHICH ARE GETTING HARD TO FIND. THEY WON'T TRY TO FIX A COMPONENT.

Does anyone know how to remove & replace the internal CR2430 Lithium Coin Battery 3V on a Trimble 5600/Geodimeter Alpha CU kepad as in the photo. It has a clip holding it in place and I cant extract the battery. Any help much appreciated.

Hi,

I am using SCS900 on a TSC3 with Advance measurement module activated. There was a function in total station setup where I can measure control network. Did anybody know how to define the station when I am closing a traverse loop? Currently I can't use back the same point number in observation when I reached back at the traverse start point. As a result, after download into TBC it told me there was 2 different point each end at my close traverse line.

Regards,

Kusairi

Hello everyone,

My name is Chris Siebern and a am a professional land surveyor in Indiana, United states of America.  We have survey procedures in place that keep all of our staked corners within the ALTA/NSPS minimum standards most of the time.  Where I'm finding issue is when staking out corners that are very close together, like within 30 ft.  The crew is using an on-site base station and RTK to set the corners and measuring positions with double occupation after staking, but we are "just" missing the allowable tolerance report by a few hundredths of a foot.  The crews pull a tape between the points after staking if they are that close together and the measured distance always checks out well.  So we have a check in taping that we note for the adjacent points that fail the 0.07' + 50 ppm test if that happens.

Here is my question.  Is there a way to record the measured distance between the points in Trimble Access so that the measured distance observations are available for use in network adjustments?  It would be almost no work in the field if this observation type could be added.  If we were using Star Net, we can just add 1 line to the input file from the field notes. 

Does anyone know if TBC even has an observation class for measured distances?  I hate to ask the crew to setup a robot just to get the observations to check the report box in these corner condition cases.  I know you can create linework from taped distances in access, but I don't think that data is included as observations in the least squares adjustment.

Thanks in advance!

Never had a problem using my 5800 and tsc2 with survey controller to hook up with my VRS network. Just got my hands on a R-8 model 3 with tsc2 with access and have been having trouble connecting or initilizing with the network.

Green light flashes showing radio contact but displays "waiting on L2 svs at rover" and won't initilize. Not sure if I have wrong info in data collector for my survey style, dial profile, etc. Anyone ever experience this?

Thanks, Ron....

Hi all.

  I have a question about TBC- Trimble Business Center? Do you have to have the key to use this program? We have the TBC at work but it works if you insert the key. Any comments? Bye.

Maurice

Please see the pictures in this post below before reading.

Hello there guys.  I have experience running an s3 total station, an s6, and various leicas like 403, 1103, Ts06, but I recently purchased this older gun the 5603 robotic.  It came with no literature and there isn't a lot on the net.  I have not used cables like this before.  My internal gun battery is no good, so I have an external.  I want to hook up my tsc3 to the gun and bypass the acu.  I didn't have the needed cables to make with work until a few days ago, see the pics below for what I have now.  My question is, since I have an external battery, the controller and batter must enter the gun at the same point shown in the second picture.  My question before I fry my gun is, so I have the connections listed correctly in that picture for that 3 way adapter.  Tsc3 and batter plug in on one end, then the other end of the adapter which is a 9 pin, has a cord connecting to it, then that connection plugs into the gun as pictured?  I have not seen this arrangement before.     Do you guys have any other tips I should know about when I try to hook this up?  Thanks so much.

Hey guys,

I'm trying to get my trimble style sheet to put my atribute before my code in the output.

code= settlement plate condition -->only 8 different conditions      K01

attribute= settlement plate number -->about 250 plates                1206

if i use the standard xls I found i reads 

pt,  code    attr    x           y          z     

1  ,  K01 , 1206 ,  1000,   1000,   ,1000  

but i need it to be 

1,  1206K01 ,1000 , 1000 , 1000. 

removing the comma between 1206 and K01 isn't a problem. thats just using textpad or something similar

having to relocate complete kolloms is to much editing and i would rather have my trimble do that.

thanks in advance.

Lourens Pepping 

Tried using a 9 pin serial cable, would a blue-tooth adapter work best.  Has a 26 pin, 9 pin and infrared  outputs, Any ideas?   

What is the difference between Track and STD mode on the S6? I cannot find any information on the S6 settings.

I have a Trimble S6 with TSC2 running Survey Controller 12.50. When I stake out a point I get the dynamic readout (go in, go right, etc.), but after a few seconds the collector stops the dynamic reading and I have to press the "Measure" button until I have reached the point's location. Does anyone know where the setting is for this?

Thanks, Dan

If I carry out site calibration on with a TSC3 datalogger,

HOW DO I COPY THE CALIBRATION FILE TO ANOTHER DATALOGGER( WHAT IS THE FILE EXTENSION OF THE CALIBRATION AND WHERE WILL IT BE SAVED)?

2. CAN I SAVE THE CALIBRATION ON A PC AND USE IT IN THE NEAR FUTURE AND HOW?

Have been using TGO 1.63 for years on Windows 7 Pro with no problems until now....

Trimble Coordinate System Manager is not propertly intalled.
Application cannot proceed.
Class not registered.

Anyone know what's going on and how to fix...thanks, Ron..it has come up a few times in the past few weeks but when I exit out it won't load up again....

I am attempting to update an R8 receiver for the upcoming GPS week rollover.  Currently it has v2.31 and according to Trimble v2.32 needs to be installed to handle the rollover.  After downloading the WinFlash utility and while it is configuring the software update I get the following error:

Device Failure [824] The software for the Trimble R8/R6 on Com1 cannot be upgraded due to the firmware and hardware mismatch.

Any ideas on what to do next?  

good evening all,

im looking for manuals, info, brochures... anything for our Trimble TTS 500. I recently acquired one of these with TSC1. I have searched and searched everywhere and nothing. Any help would be great!