Use: The equipment setup described is used for real-time base stations with the need of optimal radio coverage. Raw observation data can also be collected for post-processing.
Description: The iCON gps 70 instrument can be programmed with the field controller
before use which can then be omitted from the setup.
The connection between iCON gps 70 and the field controller is made via Bluetooth.
The radio antenna (GAT27 or GAT28) is directly mounted downwards facing at the antenna. Alternatively, the radio antenna can be mounted on the antenna arm (CA41) which clips to the GNSS antenna.
➜ • The GNSS antenna is mounted directly using screw fitting. If using stub and adapter, procedures can vary slightly.
• When using the adapter and carrier, ensure that the antenna and the adapter assembly slide down the full length of the carrier stub. An incorrectly mounted antenna will have a direct effect on the results.
• Standard radio is used throughout the instructions. Digital cellular phones can also be used but the setup can differ slightly.
➜ Use an external battery such as GEB373 to ensure operation for a full day.
Equipment setup - iCON gps 70 UHF
Equipment setup iCON gps 70 high power radio
Equipment setup step-by-step
- Set up the tripod.
- Mount and level the tribrach on the tripod.
- Ensure that the tribrach is over the marker.
- Place and lock the carrier in the tribrach.
- Insert the data storage device and battery into the iCON gps 70.
- Screw the iCON gps 70 onto the carrier.
- Check that the tribrach is still levelled.
- Connect the power cable to Satel high power radio and car battery.*
- Connect the GEV274 cable to the iCON gps 70, to the power cable connecting to the car battery and to the Satel high power radio.*
- Insert the data storage device and battery into the field controller.
- Connect the field controller to the instrument if necessary.
- To hang the field controller on the tripod leg, use the hook on the hand strap or use the utility hook. Refer to the User Manual of the field controller.
- Insert the height hook into the carrier.
- Measure the antenna height using the height hook.
- Press the ON/OFF button on the instrument for at least 2 s to switch on the instrument.
* applicable only when using high power radio