Leica DS2000 User Manual Version 1.
Introduction Purchase Congratulations on the purchase of the Leica DS2000. This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "1 Safety Directions" for further information. Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product. Product Identification The model and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate.
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Table of Contents In this manual Chapter Page 1 Safety 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 2 Description of the System 2.1 General 2.2 System Components 2.3 Delivery Contents 2.4 DS2000 Components 2.5 Accessories 2.6 General Battery Handling 2.7 Requirements for Using a GPS antenna with the DS2000 14 14 14 14 15 16 17 17 3 Setup 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.
Planning a Survey 40 6 Procedures for Working with the DS2000 6.1 Preparing an Acquisition 6.2 Marking Out Targets on Site 6.3 Mapping Utilities without Using GPS 6.4 Mapping Utilities Using GPS 41 41 41 42 43 7 Care and Transport 7.1 Transport 7.2 Storage 7.3 Cleaning and Drying 44 44 44 44 8 Technical Data 8.1 General 8.
1 Safety Directions 1.1 General Description The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand these directions and adhere to them. About Warning Messages Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instrument. They appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur.
1.2 Definition of Use Intended use • • • • • Reasonably foreseeable misuse • • • • • Detecting and localising underground utilities, such as cables or pipes. Measuring the depth of underground utilities. Mapping underground utilities. Surveying (underground utilities). Recording raw data and computing coordinates using code signal from GNSS satellites (GNSS Systems). • Data communication with external appliances. • • • • • Use of the product without instruction.
1.5 Hazards of Use Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals The product is normally operated at least 1 m away from the user. At a distance of at least 1 m or greater, the typical power density level is below 1 W/cm2 (0.01 W/m2). This value is far below the level specified by the current regulations. When operated in the normal manner of intended use, this product does not pose health or safety risks regarding radio frequency signals.
WARNING CAUTION WARNING WARNING WARNING If you open the product, either of the following actions may cause you to receive an electric shock. • Touching live components • Using the product after incorrect attempts were made to carry out repairs Precautions: Do not open the product. Only Leica Geosystems authorised service centres are entitled to repair these products.
1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to other equipment. WARNING Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment.
Radios or Digital Cellular Phones WARNING Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices: Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installations, in medical devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in aircraft. It can also affect humans and animals.
1.8 WARNING Exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) Signals ICES-003 Statement, Applicable in Canada This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This Class (A) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
tion est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :(1) Ll'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage. (2) L'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
2 Description of the System 2.1 General Area of application The DS2000 system is intended for localising and mapping underground utilities and can therefore be used for civil engineering applications. 2.2 System Components DS2000 System The DS2000 system consist of the following components: a b c 012288_001 a) GPS antenna on a pole b) Laptop or Tablet with Ouverture software c) DS2000 (two-wheeled or fourwheeled) 2.
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2.5 Component Description Wheels Both DS2000 versions: The rear wheels are tubeless tyres; the tyre pressure should be 2 bar. Four-wheeled version: The front wheels are solid rubber tyres. Support for laptop or tablet The support is designed to hold a Panasonic FZ G1 tablet. The inclination of the support can be adjusted to the optimal viewing angle. Spray support (optional) The spray support provides a holder for a vertical spray marker and can be attached to both sides of the antenna box.
2.6 Charging the battery General Battery Handling Charging The permissible temperature range for charging is between 0°C to +40°C/+32°F to +104°F. For optimal charging, we recommend charging the batteries at a low ambient temperature of +10°C to +20°C/+50°F to +68°F if possible. Operation/Discharging • The batteries can be operated from −20 °C to +50 °C/−4 °F to +122 °F.
3 Setup Procedure for setting up the DS2000 The setup procedure of the DS2000 consists of the following steps: • Unfolding and adjusting the handle (refer to "3.1 Unfolding and Adjusting the Handle") • Preparing the antenna (refer to "3.2 Preparing the Antenna") • Attaching and connecting the laptop or tablet (refer to "3.3 Attaching and Connecting the Laptop or Tablet") • Inserting the battery (refer to "3.
3.2 Regulate the movement and height of the antenna Preparing the Antenna a b 012317_001 a) Two-wheeled version • For transportation, push the lever to the left position. • When using the DS2000 in rough terrain, push the lever to the middle position. The antenna has limited mobility. • When using the DS2000 in smooth terrain, push the lever to the right position. The movement of the antenna is blocked.
3.4 Insert the battery Inserting the Battery 1 3 2 012335_001 1. To open the battery compartment, turn the metallic ring and lift the cover of the compartment. 2. Insert the battery with the battery connectors facing toward the front of the DS2000. 3. Close the battery compartment and turn the ring to lock it. 3.5 Mounting the Spray Support Type of spray paint Use only spray paint that functions in the following way: • The valve has to be pressed horizontally.
Mounting the Spray Support 1 The spray support can be mounted on either side of the antenna box. 2 4 3 5 012322_001 1. Open the locking levers of the spray support. 2. Attach the spray support to the side of the antenna box by first inserting the upper part and then the lower. 3. Close the locking levers of the spray support. 4. Connect the cable of the spray support to the plug on the antenna box. 5. Insert the spray can into the holder of the support, with the valve facing downward.
3.7 Calibrating the Encoders Calibration procedure 1. Inflate the tyres of the rear wheels to a pressure of 2 bar. 2. Measure out a distance of at least 10 m. The defined distance is used as a reference for the calibration procedure. 3. Ensure that the laptop/tablet is connected to the control unit. Turn on the control unit of the DS2000. Turn on the laptop/tablet and start the Ouverture software. 4. Start the calibration procedure with the Ouverture software.
4 Software 4.1 Software Installation Requirements for installing the Ouverture software When purchasing a DS2000 package that includes a tablet, the Ouverture software is already installed on the tablet. However, you can also operate the DS2000 with any laptop/tablet. When installing the Ouverture software on another laptop/tablet, respect the following requirements. Minimum requirements: • Processor: i3 1.
4.3 Acquisition of Scan Data 4.3.1 The Acquisition Screen Elements of the Acquisition screen a b c d e f g h 012336_001 a) b) c) d) e) f) g) h) Acquisition Menu Acquisition Menu Layers Section Map Section Radargrams (Shallow and Deep) Acquisition Commands Target Commands Menu for Visualisation of Maps and Radargrams System Status Button Description Click this button to open the Survey Report dialogue for generating a report of the scan data. For a detailed description, refer to "4.3.
Button Description Click this button to open the Starting Point Editor dialogue. This dialogue allows modifying the starting point of the next acquisition in relation to the defined grid. For a detailed description, refer to " Starting Point Editor". This function is available before starting an acquisition. List of maps within the Layers section To visualise the scan lines and the targets on these lines, you can load one ore more maps from a saved file or from the internet.
Map Section a b c d a) b) c) d) e) e 012462_001 Compass Loaded map layers Current position of the DS2000 radar Inserted target Scan line Radargrams Shallow: 700 MHz radargram Deep: 250 MHz radargram a b a) Horizontal scale (distance travelled). The yellow line indicates the current position of the DS2000 b) Real-time visualisation of the scan data c) Vertical scale (depth) c 012352_001 Click and drag the scroll bar to scroll horizontally through the scan data of the radargrams.
Target Commands Button Description Click this button to activate the “Insert Marker” mode. For a detailed description, refer to "4.3.5 Placing a Target". Click this button to activate the “Edit Marker” mode and click the marker to be edited. Click this button to activate the “Delete Marker” mode and click the marker to be deleted. This command is only possible if the spray support is mounted and connected to the control unit. (Shortcut: F5) Click this button to mark a target on the ground.
4.3.2 The Assisted Project Setup Screen Elements of the Assisted Project Setup screen a b c d 012390_001 a) b) c) d) Layers section Map section Reference Line section Grid section 4.3.3 Data Acquisition with the New Project Function Starting an acquisition 1. 2. Click the New Project button in the main menu. The software starts calibrating the radar. A dialogue box shows the progress of the calibration. If the radar calibration fails, the following dialogue box is displayed.
4.3.4 Data Acquisition with the New Assisted Project Function Starting an acquisition 1. Click the New Assisted Project button in the main menu. The Assisted Project Setup screen is displayed. 2. In the Assisted Project Setup dialogue, set up the measurement grid. For a detailed description, refer to " Setting up a measurement grid". 3. When the setup of the measurement grid is finished, click the Start Survey button to start the acquisition. The software starts calibrating the radar.
Modifying the Grid Settings In the Grid section you can define the following parameters: • T Step: Distance between two grid lines in the transversal direction. • L Step: Distance between two grid lines in the longitudinal direction. • Length: Total length of the grid. • Width: Total width of the grid. • Flip: Option to flip the grid 180°. The field Scans displays the total number of scans that are necessary to complete the survey. To reset the grid to the default, click the button beneath the Grid section.
4.3.5 Placing a Target The Place Target dialogue a b c 012369_001 a) Target section b) Details section c) Propagation Velocity section 1. To insert a marker for a target, activate the “Insert Marker” mode and click directly on the detected object within the radargram. The Place Target dialogue is displayed. 2. In the section Target, edit the information about the new marker. • Type: Define the type of the detected target. • Name: Enter a name or select an existing name.
4.3.6 Generating a Survey Report The Survey Report dialogue Report Type section The type of report (planimetry or data analysis) is selected by default. • Paper size: Choose between the A3 and A4 format. • Detailed planimetry scale: Select a scale between 1:50 and 1:1000. • Output type: Choose between the PDF and HTML format. Survey Description section The survey name is generated automatically. Enter a project name and a short description of the job location.
4.4 Review of Scan Data 4.4.1 The Review Acquisition Screen Elements of the Review Acquisition screen a b c d e 012401_001 a) b) c) d) e) Functions within the Review Acquisition screen Review Acquisition Menu Map Section Radargrams (Shallow and Deep) Target Commands Menu for Visualisation of Maps and Radargrams Radargrams The general functions of the radargrams are the same as for the Acquisition screen. (Refer to " Map section and radargrams" within "4.3.1 The Acquisition Screen").
Button Description Click this button to activate the “Scan Line Selection” mode. To select a single scan line on the defined grid, click a line while this mode is active. To select several lines, click and drag to create a selection frame over the lines. This function is available before starting an acquisition. Click this button to display or hide the grid on the radargrams. Click this button to delete the scan data and markers of the currently selected scan.
4.6 Settings The Settings dialogue To open the Settings dialogue, click the Settings button in the main menu. The Settings dialogue contains the following tabs: • Survey Settings (refer to "4.6.1 Survey Settings") • Hardware Settings (refer to "4.6.2 Hardware Settings") • Graphics Settings (refer to "4.6.3 Graphics Settings") • International Settings (refer to "4.6.4 International Settings") 4.6.
The Positioning Settings dialogue The Positioning Settings dialogue contains two tabs and a general section below those tabs: a) COM Port Settings tab b) Positioning System tab c) Status of the GPS d) Log of incoming NMEA strings a b c d 012424_001 COM Port Settings tab: Select the same values that are used in the settings of the GPS antenna. Refer to the user manual of the GPS antenna.
4.6.2 Hardware Settings Available functions a b c d 012425_001 Procedure for calibrating the encoders a) b) c) d) Radar section: Modify the radar depth range (in ns) and the number of samples. Metric Encoder section Click this button to open the Metric Encoder Calibration dialogue. Click this button to reset the settings to the default values. 1.
4.6.3 Graphics Settings Available functions a b 012465_001 a) Graphics section: Select the display mode for the radargrams. b) Click this button to reset the settings to the default values.
4.6.4 International Settings Available functions a b c 012431_001 a) System Of Measurement and Units section: Select the type of measurement system and the units for distance (metres, feet, yards) and depth (metres, centimetres, inches, feet). b) Language section: Select the preferred language. The change of the language becomes only effective after restarting the software. c) Click this button to reset the settings to the default values.
5 Planning a Survey Jobsite Investigation To carry out a survey with the DS2000 in the most efficient way, gather all available information: • Make yourself familiar with the jobsite features. • Obtain technical maps about existing utilities on the jobsite. • Supplement the acquired scan data by opening manholes onsite. Jobsite Features The basic requirement for carrying out a survey is understanding the features of the jobsite.
6 Procedures for Working with the DS2000 6.1 Preparing an Acquisition Steps to be taken Before departing to the jobsite, ensure that the laptop/tablet and the DS2000 battery are fully charged. 1. At the jobsite, set up the DS2000 and mount the accessories, if available. Refer to "3 Setup". 2.
6.3 Mapping Utilities without Using GPS Procedure for mapping utilities without GPS If a GPS antenna is not available, follow these steps to map the detected utilities based on a measurement grid. If available, mount the spray support. Ensure that the laptop/tablet is connected to the control unit. 1. Press the power button to turn on the control unit of the DS2000. 2. Turn on the laptop/tablet and start the Ouverture. 3. Click the New Assisted Project button.
6.4 Mapping Utilities Using GPS Procedure for mapping utilities with GPS If a GPS antenna is available, follow these steps to create a georeferenced map of the detected utilities. If available, mount the spray support. Mount the GPS support on the DS2000 and attach the pole with the GPS antenna. Ensure that the laptop/tablet is connected to the control unit and to the antenna. 1. Press the power button to turn on the control unit of the DS2000. 2.
7 Care and Transport 7.1 Transport Shipping When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original Leica Geosystems packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent, to protect against shock and vibration. Shipping, transport of batteries When transporting or shipping batteries, the person responsible for the product must ensure that the applicable national and international rules and regulations are observed.
8 Technical Data 8.1 General Dimensions DS2000 (two-wheeled version) 540 mm 1455 mm 1090 mm 410 mm 584.5 mm 012436_001 DS2000 (four-wheeled version) 584.5 mm 1343 mm 1047 mm 393 mm 698 mm 012437_001 Weight Without battery and laptop/tablet DS2000 (two-wheeled) 24 kg DS2000 (four-wheeled) 27 kg Control Unit Dual-frequency antenna Specifications Power Consumption 13.
Data Acquisition Specifications Acquisition Speed more than 10 km/h Scan Rate per Channel for 381 scans per second 512 Samples per scan Scan Interval 42 scans per metre Positioning Two integrated encoders and/or GPS - Total Station Battery Type: Voltage: Capacity: Environmental specifications Temperature Rechargeable SLAB (Sealed Lead Acid Battery) 12 V 12 Ah Operating temperature [°C] Storage temperature [°C] -10 to +40 -40 to +70 Protection against water, dust and sand Protection IP65 (IEC
9 Software Licence Agreement Software Licence Agreement This product contains software that is preinstalled on the product, or that is supplied to you on a data carrier medium, or that can be downloaded by you online according to prior authorisation from Leica Geosystems.
847039-1.0.0en Original text Published in Switzerland © 2016 Leica Geosystems AG, Heerbrugg, Switzerland Leica Geosystems AG Heinrich-Wild-Strasse CH-9435 Heerbrugg Switzerland Phone +41 71 727 31 31 www.leica-geosystems.
