(This functionality is available with the Input / Output module)
The communications settings of the SETC Series I total station cannot be changed by the user. Prior to transferring data to or from this instrument, ensure that its default settings have been set using the Data Recorder Communications Settings dialog box.
Transferring data from the SETC Series I
Carry out the following on the SETC Series I.
- Turn on the total station, and rotate the instrument horizontal and vertical axes through a full circle.
- Press the "MENU" key.
- Press the "2" key to select the "Card" menu item.
- Press the "2" key again to select the "comms" option.
- The display will show "Online..." indicating that the total station is ready and waiting to transmit data.
Now, carry out the following in the system.
- Ensure that you have carried out the appropriate steps in the procedure for Processing a Field Survey up to the step for initiating the transfer of the data.
Transferring co-ordinate data to the SETC Series I
Use the Output/Data Recorder command to put the system in a ready state to send co-ordinates to the SETC Series I. A dialog box should be displayed asking if the total station is ready to receive data.
Then, carry out the following on the SETC Series I.
- Turn on the total station, and rotate the instrument horizontal and vertical axes through a full circle.
- Press the "MENU" key.
- Press the "2" key to select the "Card" menu item.
- Press the "2" key again to select the "comms" option.
- The display will show "Online..." indicating that the total station is ready and waiting to receive data.
Now, carry out the following in the system.
- Select the OK button in the dialog box to commence the data transfer.