Topcon Hiper-AG GPS Manual

Part Number A3524

Rev. 1.1

Copyright Topcon Precision Agriculture

March, 2008

All contents in this manual are copyrighted by Topcon. All rights

reserved. The information contained herein may not be used, accessed,
copied, stored, displayed, sold, modified, published or distributed, or
otherwise reproduced without express written consent from Topcon.

Topcon GPS Manual

Table of Contents
Preface............................................................................ 1-1

Terms and Conditions.................................................................. 1-1

Manual Conventions.................................................................... 1-6

Chapter 2

Introduction..................................................................... 2-1

Chapter 3

Using this Manual........................................................... 3-1

Chapter 4

Overview of Hiper-AG GPS receiver............................. 4-1

Layout of Hiper-AG Front Panel......................................................... 4-1

Functions.............................................................................................. 4-1
Chapter 5

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station.5-1

Required components........................................................................... 5-1
Connecting the Power/ Communications cable................................... 5-1
Connect UHF Antenna......................................................................... 5-3
Positioning........................................................................................... 5-4
Indicator LEDs..................................................................................... 5-5
Switching the Hiper-AG ON............................................................... 5-5
Chapter 6

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station.. 6-1

Required Components.......................................................................... 6-1

Configuration....................................................................................... 6-2
Mounting Location............................................................................... 6-2
Using the Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station.................................. 6-2
Topcon Hiper-AG unit......................................................................... 6-3
A3524 Rev 1.1

Topcon GPS Manual

PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna with Ground Plane.................................... 6-4

Power Connection................................................................................ 6-5
UHF Colinear Antenna........................................................................ 6-6
Lightning Arrestor................................................................................ 6-7
Enhancing GPS and Radio performance.............................................. 6-8
Self-Amalgamating Tape....................................................................6-11
UHF Colinear Antenna cable - RG213...............................................6-11
Chapter 7

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Fixed

and Mobile)...................................................................... 7-1

Setup Program...................................................................................... 7-2

Single Base Station Setup.................................................................... 7-6
Add Position to List............................................................................. 7-9
Recalling Base Station Position from List......................................... 7-10
Multi-Base Station Setup....................................................................7-11

ii

www.topconpa.com

Topcon GPS Manual

Preface
This manual has been developed to provide you with the information
necessary to operate and maintain this Topcon Precision Agriculture
(TPA) product. Proper service and use is important for the safe and
reliable operation of the product. The sections provided in this manual
include information necessary for the safe and correct operation, care,
and troubleshooting of this product. The benefits this product provides
can be greatly influenced by your knowledge of the products described
in this manual.
NOTICE

NOTICE

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.

Terms and Conditions
General
APPLICATION - You accept these Terms and Conditions by
purchasing the product from Topcon Precision Agriculture (TPA)
or from one of TPAs product dealers.
COPYRIGHT - All information contained in this manual is the
intellectual property of, and copyrighted material of TPA. All
rights are reserved. You may not use, access, copy, store, display,
create derivative works of, sell, modify, publish, distribute, or allow any third parties access to, any graphics, content, information
or data in this manual without TPAs express written consent and
may only use such information for the care and operation of your
product. The information and data in this manual are a valuable
asset of TPA and are developed by the expenditure of considerable work, time and money, and are the result or original
selection, coordination and arrangement by TPA.
A3524 Rev 1.1

1-1

Topcon GPS Manual

TRADEMARKS ZYNX, PRO STEER, EAGLE, KEE Technologies, Topcon, Topcon Positioning Systems and Topcon Precision Agriculture are trademarks or registered trademarks of the
Topcon Group of companies. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks in the United States and/or other
countries of Microsoft Corporation. Product and company names
mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
WEBSITE and OTHER STATEMENTS - No statement contained at the website of TPA or any other Topcon Group company
or in any other advertisements or TPA literature or made by an
employee or independent contractor of TPA modifies these Terms
and Conditions (Including the software licence, warranty and
limitation of liability).
IMPORTANT: SAFETY - Improper use of the product can lead
to death or injury to persons, damage to property and/or malfunction of the product. The product should only be repaired by
authorized TPA service centres. You should closely review the
safety warnings and directions as to the proper use of the product
in this manual and at all times comply with the same.
Limited Warranty
Electronic and Mechanical Components -TPA
warrants that the electronic components manufactured by TPA
shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period
of one year from the original date of shipment to the dealer. TPA
warrants that all valves, hoses, cables and mechanical parts manufactured by TPA shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of sale.
Return and Repair - During the respective warranty periods, any of the above items found defective may be shipped to
TPA for repair. TPA will promptly repair the defective item at no
charge, and ship it back to you. You must pay the shipping and
1-2

www.topconpa.com

Topcon GPS Manual

handling charges in respect of the same. Calibration or components, labour and travel expenses incurred for in-field removal
and replacement of components are not covered in this warranty
policy. Damage to components due to negligence, abuse or improper use, maintenance, modification or repair is NOT covered
under this warranty.
Warranty Disclaimer - Other than for the above warranties or warranties in an appendix or a warranty card accompanying the product, this manual and the product are provided as
is. There are no other warranties and to the extent allowed by
law TPA excludes all implied terms, conditions and warranties
in respect of the manual and the product (including any implied
warranty or merchantability or fitness for any particular use or
purpose).
Liability Limit and Indemnity - TPA and its dealers,
agents and representatives shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein or for special, indirect,
economic, incidental or consequential damages resulting from
the furnishing, performance or use of this material or the product
(including where TPA has been advised of the possibility of such
damage). Such disclaimed damages include but are not limited to
loss of time, loss or destruction of data, loss of profit, savings or
revenue or loss of or damage to the product. In addition, TPA is
not responsible or liable for damages or costs incurred in connection with obtaining substitute products or software, claims by
others, inconvenience, or any other costs.
In any event, TPAs liability to you or any other person for any
claim, loss or damage (in contract, tort or on any other basis) will
be limited (in TPAs option) to either (a) the replacement or repair
of the product, or (b) payment of the cost of replacing or repairing the product. You indemnify and hold TPA harmless against
any claim, action, damage, loss, liability or cost (including legal
fees) which TPA incurs arising from (a) your operation, use and/
or maintenance of the product other that in accordance with the
A3524 Rev 1.1

1-3

Topcon GPS Manual

terms set out in this manual, or (b) your negligence or wrongful

act or omission in respect of the product.
Other
These Terms and Conditions may be amended, modified, superseded or cancelled, at any time by TPA. These Terms and Conditions will be governed by, and construed in accordance with:
- the laws of South Australia if the product is sold and supplied
to you in Australia (in which case the courts of South Australia or
the Federal Court of Australia (Adelaide Registry) have exclusive
jurisdiction in respect of any claim or dispute); or
- the laws of the State of California if the product is sold and supplied to you outside of Australia.
All information, illustrations, and applications contained herein
are based on the latest available information at the time of publication. TPA reserves the right to make product changes at any
time without notice.
If any part of these Terms and Conditions would be unenforceable, the provision must be read down to the extent necessary
to avoid that result, and if the provision cannot be read down to
that extent, it must be severed without affecting the validity and
enforceability of the remainder of these Terms and Conditions.
Comments, suggestions, and questions about TPA products are
welcomed. Contact your local TPA representative or a representative at our corporate facility.
Topcon Precision Agriculture
14 Park Way
Mawson Lakes, South Australia 5095.
Phone: +61 8 8203 3300
Fax: +61 8 8203 3399
1-4

www.topconpa.com

Topcon GPS Manual

Service Information
Service assistance can be provided by contacting your local TPA
Authorized Dealer or by calling the Topcon Precision Agriculture
Service Centre.
Phone: +61 8 8203 3300
Fax: +61 8 8203 3399
8.30am to 5pm (Adelaide Local Time), Monday through Friday.

A3524 Rev 1.1

1-5

Topcon GPS Manual

Manual Conventions
This Manual uses the following conventions:
File>Exit ~ Click/tap/press the File menu, then click/tap/press Exit.
Enter

~ Click/tap/press the button or key labelled Enter.

TIP

Supplementary information that can help you configure,

maintain, or set up a system.

NOTICE

Supplementary information that can have an effect on

system operation, system performance, measurements
& personal safety.

CAUTION

Notification that an action has the potential to

adversely effect system operation, system
performance, data integrity, or personal health.

WARNING

Notification that an action will result in systems

damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal
injury.

DANGER

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS

ACTION BE PERFORMED.

1-6

www.topconpa.com

Introduction

Introduction
The purpose of this manual is to facilitate the installation and
commissioning of the Hiper-AG GPS system available from Topcon
Precision Agriculture.
This manual will cover how to setup your Hiper-AG unit as a fixed or
mobile base station. Fixed base stations generally have better range
than a mobile base station. Mobile base stations on the other hand can
be transported easily to different fields that may not be within the range
of the fixed base station.
This manual is divided into chapters, with each chapter detailing a
separate piece of equipment.
This manual also assists dealers and end-users in troubleshooting.

A3524 Rev 1.1

2-1

Topcon GPS Manual

Notes:

2-2

www.topconpa.com

Using this Manual

Using this Manual

The following chapters in this manual will assist you in setting up and
understanding the features of your Hiper-AG GPS receiver:

Chapter 4 Overview of Hiper-AG GPS Receiver explains the

features on the Hiper-AG receiver

Chapter 5 Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station

explains how to install the Hiper-AG as an RTK Mobile Base
Station

Chapter 6 Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

explains how to install the Hiper-AG as a Fixed Base Station

Chapter 7 Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station

(Fixed and Mobile) explains how to configure the Topcon HiperAG RTK Base Station software

A3525 Rev 1.1

3-1

Topcon GPS Manual

Notes:

3-2

www.topconpa.com

Overview of Map-HP GPS Receiver

Overview of Hiper-AG
GPS receiver

Layout of Hiper-AG Front Panel

Reset
button

USB Port (not used)

Power ON/
OFF button

Battery
(BATT)
Modem/
Receive or
Transmit
(RX)

Status
(STAT)
Data Record
(REC)
Function
(FN) button

Serial Ports

External
Power
(PWR) Port

Figure 4-1. Topcon Hiper-AG Layout

Functions

Power ON/OFF buttonTo power the Hiper-AG ON or OFF

hold down the Power button for 2 seconds

GPS Status LEDThis light indicates what satellites are

available to the GPS at the current time
1. Each green flash represents a visible GPS satellite

A3525 Rev 1.1

4-1

Topcon GPS Manual

2. Each red flash of the STAT light indicates that a

Glonass (Russian) satellite is visible

Serial PortsTransmits data to the console

Reset ButtonUsed for soft resets of the GMS. Do not use

the RESET button unless instructed to by a properly trained
technician

Battery Status LEDThis light flashes approximately every 4

seconds when the unit is switched ON. This light indicates the
battery condition
1. Green flashes indicate that the battery is in good
condition
2. Orange flashes indicate that the battery is in a
satisfactory condition
3. Red flashes indicate that the battery is in a poor
condition

4-2

RXThis light flashes every second when receiving GPS

corrections.

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station

Installing Topcon HiperAG RTK Mobile Base

Station

The Hiper-AG RTK Base Station can be used in two different

configurations; either as a low-power mobile RTK Base Station or as a
high-power permanently fixed RTK Base Station (see Chapter 6).

Required Components

Hiper-AG GPS receiver

Power cable
Comms cable
UHF Portable antenna
Mounting tripod

Connecting the Power/ Communication cables

The two serial ports (Figure 5-1) can both be used to communicate with
the X20 console.
When the External Power Port (Figure 5-1) is connected to the 12V
battery (via the red-shrouded ODU cable) it provides the Hiper-AGs
internal battery with power.

A3524 Rev 1.1

5-1

Topcon GPS Manual

Serial Ports
Communication
Cable in Serial Port
(connects to X20
consoles COM1 Port)

Redshrouded
ODU cable

USB Port

External
Power
(PWR) Port

Figure 5-1. Hiper-AG Ports

WARNING

WARNING

Do not plug the External Power cable into the USB

port. This will destroy your Hiper-AG receiver.
Use the attached port cover to seal the USB port. This will prevent any
accidental plugging of the external power into the USB port.
Communication with the X20 console is achieved by plugging the
Communication (Comms) cable (Figure 5-1) into either the A or D
Ports. The 9 pin (computer) plug on the other end of this cable plugs
into the COM1 Port on the back of the X20 console (Figure 5-2 on
page 5-2).

5-2

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station

Communication Cable:
Connects to COM 1

Communication
Cable:
Connects to
GPS Port

Figure 5-2. Connecting the Communication cable

Connect UHF Antenna

Figure 5-3. UHF Port

On the back of your Hiper-AG find the port labeled UHF Antenna.

Figure 5-4. Connect the UHF antenna

Connect the UHF antenna onto the Hiper-AG unit (Figure 5-4).

A3524 Rev 1.1

5-3

Topcon GPS Manual

Positioning
The positioning of the Hiper-AG base must be in a clear area that does
not have trees, buildings or other obstructions nearby.

A 330 (100m) radius is the minimum area required

The higher the base is mounted, the better the radio coverage

Placing the Hiper-AG in a hollow will reduce the radio range

The radio transmission may be regarded as LINE OF SIGHT

although sometimes a signal can still be received even when this
condition is not satisfied.

Assemble the Hiper-AG unit with the supplied bracket on the tripod
(Figure 5-3 on page 5-4).

Hiper-AG unit

Deep-cycle
Battery

Figure 5-3. Tripod

5-4

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station

Indicator LEDs
If none of the LEDs flash when the unit is powered ON the unit may be
in a Zero Power State (normally shipped in this state). To rectify this
press the RESET button.
If the LEDs still do not flash, the receivers internal battery may be flat.
To rectify this plug the external power supply into the PWR socket
using the cable supplied with the red-shrouded ODU plug (see
Connecting the Power/ Communication cables, page 5-2).
There are 4 indicator LEDs on the face of the Hiper-AG.

Switching the Hiper-AG ON

1. Press and hold the green Power button until the unit turns on.
When the unit turns on the LEDs should all flash, indicating power is
being supplied to the receiver.
If the unit does not turn on it is probably in Zero Power State
(see Indicator LEDs, page 5-5).
Green power
button

Figure 5-4. Press and hold the green power button to turn on unit

A3524 Rev 1.1

5-5

Topcon GPS Manual

Notes:

5-6

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Installing Topcon HiperAG RTK Fixed Base

Station

The Hiper-AG RTK fixed Base Station differs from the Hiper-AG
mobile Base Station in that it incorporates a high-gain antenna (Figure
6-1) and the radio power can be increased to its maximum output.

UHF
Antenna
GPS
Antenna

Figure 6-1. Fixed Base Station

Required Components

Hiper-AG GPS receiver

Power cable
Comms cable
UHF Portable antenna

A3524 Rev 1.1

6-1

Topcon GPS Manual

Configuration
This configuration is designed to be mounted semi-permanently in a
weather and vermin-proof structure with an external power supply
capable of supplying regulated voltage at maximum power drain.

To UHF
Antenna

To GPS
Receiver

Hiper-AG
unit

Figure 6-2. Configuration and Mounting

Mounting Location
The Hiper-AG should be mounted where there is good air circulation
and no chance of moisture ingress.

Using the Hiper-AG as a Mobile Base Station

To use the Hiper-AG as a mobile Base Station remove the UHF Radio
Antenna, and the power source (see Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK
Mobile Base Station, Chapter 5).

6-2

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Topcon Hiper-AG unit

BNC
(Bayonet)
Connector

GPS Fitting

Figure 6-3. Hiper-AG unit

Topcon UHF Radio

The high-gain Collinear (fishing pole) Antenna (Figure 6-1 on page 6-1)
is connected to the BNC Connector of the Hiper-AG unit (Figure 6-3 on
page 6-2), via a thick black RG213 cable.
The RG213 cable has identical N-type connectors at each end.
There is a short adaptor cable supplied with a male N-type at one end
and a BNC connector at the other.
1. Screw the male N-Type connector of the adaptor cable to the
female N-type connector of the RG213 cable
2. Connect the BNC connector on the other end of the short adaptor
cable to the top of the Hiper-AGs bayonet fitting (Figure 6-3 on
page 6-2)
3. See UHF Collinear Antenna Cable-RG213 on page 6-11 to
complete the connection.

A3524 Rev 1.1

6-3

Topcon GPS Manual

PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna with Ground Plane

TNC
Connector

Figure 6-4. PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna

The PG-A1 RTK GPS Antenna (Figure 6-4) is connected to the GPS fitting of the Hiper-AG Base (Figure 6-3 on page 6-3) via a 5m cable with
threaded TNC connectors at each end.
1. Screw the male TNC connector of the cable to the female TNC
connector of the PG-A1
2. Screw the TNC connector on the other end of the adaptor cable to
the Hiper-AGs GPS fitting (Figure 6-3)

6-4

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Power Connection
A power cable is supplied fo the Hiper-AG unit.
The power leads are fitted with 3 amp automotive blade fuses.
CAUTION

CAUTION

Do not change the 3 amp automotive blade fuses

to a higher rating as damage to the radio and/or
GPS could result.
The power cables are fitted with (12mm) insulated ring terminals for
connection to a (user-supplied) battery or other voltage-regulated power
source. The recommended battery size is 50 amp/hour and should be a
deep cycle type for mobile installations.

CAUTION

CAUTION

Do not power the Hiper-AG unit until the external

antenna has been connected.

A3524 Rev 1.1

6-5

Topcon GPS Manual

UHF Collinear Antenna

The Hiper-AG fixed Base Station will transmit to its maximum range if
it is connected to a series-fed UHF Collinear Antenna (see UHF Collinear Antenna Cable-RG213, page 6-11).
UHF Collinear Antennae are custom-tuned to the users frequency and
are constructed for null fill coverage and optimized range, for sites that
have an average height above ground level of less than 2000 metres.

Collinear
Antenna

U Clamps

Lightning
Arrestor

Figure 6-5. UHF Collinear Antenna

The Collinear Antenna should be situated as high as possible, so that it

has unobstructed transmission coverage over buildings and trees. With
radio transmissions, height above local terrain is the most important
factor limiting range. Usually the antenna is fixed to a customer
supplied pole/tower, either freestanding or on the top of farm
outbuildings to gain the required height and better line-of-sight.
6-6

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Lightning Arrestor
Connects
to RG213
antenna cable
from PA-6
amplifier
Connects to
the bottom
of the UHF
Collinear
Antenna

Connects to
independent
ground
connection

Figure 6-6. N-350NB Lightning Arrestor

The N-350NB Lightning Arrestor safeguards expensive electronic

equipment from damage caused by static electricity and lightning
induced surges, at a budget price.
The ultra-fast gas discharge tube safely shunts up to 5000 amps of
peak impulse current to an independent ground connection.
The N-350NB Lightning Arrestor is for use with externally
mounted antennas and comes with a female to male connector.
This device is inserted inline, to reduce the likelihood of a lightning
strike destroying your GPS equipment.

WARNING

WARNING

Failure to connect the Lightning Arrestor will result

in component failure and damage. This will not be
covered by manufacture warranty.
CAUTION

CAUTION

Failure to fit the Lightning Arrestor could result in

electrical shock to humans and animals.
A3524 Rev 1.1

6-7

Topcon GPS Manual

Enhancing GPS and Radio Performance

Please note: The Antenna Mast is to be supplied by the end user, and is
not included in the Hiper-AG Base Station kit. The following diagram
and description is the ideal GPS and Radio Antenna support bracket.

TIP

TIP
Manufacture and erection of this mast to an
outbuilding/tower will enhance GPS and radio
performance.
Manufacture
pole from 1.5
(38mm) galv.
tubing

1.5 Galv. Tubing

1 Meter

1 Meter

Secure radio
antenna to
the bracket
using either
stainless steel
Weld plate
(700mmx150mm) exhaust or
with support brace hose clamps
Stainless steel
hose/exhaust
clamps

Apex of shed roof/ Weld a flat

base, 27
tower

2 Meters

Secure to
shed/ tower

(700mm) x
4 (100mm),
with a strut
support to
the pole. This
is the GPS
antenna plate.

Figure 6-7. Lightning Arrestor Support Bracket

6-8

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

WARNING

WARNING

Ensure the GPS Antenna Plate does not sit over

the structures roof. This may cause multi-pathing
of the signal, which will render the system
unusable.
UHF Antenna

Antenna mast (secured to

one end of the building)

RTK GPS Antenna

Figure 6-8. Setup of the GPS Antenna

Figure 6-8 demonstrates the correct setup of the GPS Antenna.

This setup prevents multi-pathing. Figure 6-8 shows the:

RTK GPS antenna mounted above and to the outside of the

building

UHF Collinear Antenna mounted as high as possible, to gain

range advantage.

A3524 Rev 1.1

6-9

Topcon GPS Manual

Buildings reflect the GPS signal to the tractor as shown in Figure 6-8
(page 6-9).
Mounting the GPS Antenna directly above the outbuilding roof will
result in the same confused input messages.

TIP

TIP
Make sure the GPS antenna is mounted above and
to the side of the outbuilding (Figure 6-9).

Figure 6-9. Fixed Base Station

6-10

www.topconpa.com

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Self-Amalgamating Tape
Self-amalgamating tape is supplied. Using the tape to seal all external
antenna connections is recommended. The use of this tape will reduce
the chance of water ingress with consequent transmission failures.

UHF Collinear Antenna Cable RG213

The UHF Collinear Antenna cable is a low-loss cable which should
be treated with care; sharp bends, nicks and cuts to the casing must be
avoided.
The supplied Antenna cable is 50 (15m) in length. There is a 60 (18m)
cable available at an extra cost, if required for taller towers etc.
The cable has an N-type connector at each end.
NOTICE

NOTICE
Do not join the N-type connectors together.

One N-type connector is connected to the Lightning Arrestor near the

UHF Collinear Antenna (Figure 6-6 on page 6-7) and the other end is
connected onto the Hiper-AG unit (Figure 6-3, page 6-3).
NOTICE

NOTICE
Once the UHF Collinear Antenna cable is securely
fitted to the Lightning Arrestor, firmly wrap the
connections with the self-amalgamating tape.
This will stop any moisture infiltrating the connections
and causing signal loss.

Any damage to this cable could cause severe reduction in the radio
transmission strength.

A3524 Rev 1.1

6-11

Installing Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station

Notes:

A3524 Rev 1.1

6-12

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

Configuring Topcon

Hiper-AG RTK Base

Station (Fixed and Mobile)

Figure 7-1. Accessing Setup Program

1. Press STOP>SETUP (Figure 7-1) when the Guidance program is

starting to access the Setup program
2. Select GPS from the Setup Selection window

A3524 Rev 1.1

7-1

Topcon GPS Manual

Com Port A

Figure 7-2. Hiper-AG Port A

3. Ensure that the Communication Cable is plugged into

Communication Port A of the Hiper-AG (Figure 7-2)
Setup Program
The GPS Setup program has been developed with the end-user in
mind. It enables users and service personnel to setup and problem
solve Topcons and other brands of GPS used in Guidance and
Steering-assist applications.
Once the program is loaded into the X20 console, the screen
shown in Figure 7-3 (on page 7-3) will be displayed.

7-2

www.topconpa.com

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

Figure 7-3. Auto Connect Button

4. Select Auto Connect (Figure 7-3) to connect the GPS

Status Bar

Figure 7-4. Green Status Bar and Next Button

5. Select Hiper GA as your receiver (Figure 7-4)

Once connected the status bar will turn green and the GPS type
will be displayed (Figure 7-4)
6. Select Next (Figure 7-4) to continue
A3524 Rev 1.1

7-3

Topcon GPS Manual

Status
Boxes

Figure 7-5. Diagnostics>Status Tab

The next screen to be displayed is the Status screen of the

Diagnostics tab.
Note that only one of the status boxes is green with numbers and
the rest are red without numbers inside. This is normal as a Base
Station does not need this data (a Rover GPS does however).

Figure 7-6. Differential Source Tab

7-4

www.topconpa.com

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

7. Select the Differential Source tab (Figure 9-6 on page 9-4)

Base
Station
Setup
window

Figure 7-7. Set to Base Station

8. Press Set to Base Station (Figure 7-6) to set the Hiper-AG as a

Base Station
After a short pause the Base Station Setup window will
be displayed.
9. Select either Single Base Station or Multi-Base Station,
depending on the number of base stations available (that are
broadcasting on the same frequency)
10. Press OK (Figure 7-7)
Please note: Single Base Station setup is detailed from page 7-6, for
Multi-Base Setup see page 7-11.

A3524 Rev 1.1

7-5

Topcon GPS Manual

Single Base Station Setup

Figure 7-8. Set to Base Station

If Single Base Station was selected in step 6 on page 7-5 and the OK
button was pressed the program will display the window shown in
Figure 7-8.
After a short pause the program should display the Information
window shown in Figure 7-9.

Figure 7-9. Information Window

1. Press OK (Figure 7-9) to continue

7-6

www.topconpa.com

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

Figure 7-10. Set Base Station Position Button

2. Select Set Base Station Position (Figure 7-10)

The Set Base Station Position window will display (Figure 7-11)

Figure 7-11. Set Base Station Position Screen

3. Keep pressing Refresh (Figure 7-11) until the altitude readings

A3524 Rev 1.1

7-7

Topcon GPS Manual

stabilizes to within 0.5m of each other.

4. To set the Base at the current position select Set position (Figure
7-11)
Other options include:

Auto Base This will average positions for 3 minutes and

set the averaged position into the receiver automatically

Get Position from List Once a position is locked in using

Set position, you can name the location and add it to a list
of previously saved positions by selecting Add Position To
List (See Add Position to List, page 7-9).
Saved positions can be recalled and reused to ensure the
base coordinates are exactly the same as previously used
at that location (see Recalling Base Station Position from
List, page 7-10).

5. Select Set position (Figure 7-11) to store the current position in

the Hiper-AGs memory
Please note: When setting the GPS as a Base Station, a position
must be logged into the receivers memory.

CAUTION

CAUTION

Do not move the GPS once it is fixed.

7-8

www.topconpa.com

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

Add Position to List

Figure 7-12. Save Current Position to List

1. Select Add Position to List (Figure 7-12) to

save the current position to the list

TIP

TIP
It is advisable to use this option to backup Base
Station location data.
The onscreen keyboard (Figure 7-12) will appear.

2. Give the position a name by typing it into the keyboard (Figure

7-12)
3. Press OK when you have finished to save the name in the
position list (Figure 7-12).
Once the Base Station position has been saved to the list, it can be

A3524 Rev 1.1

7-9

Topcon GPS Manual

Recalling Base Station Position from List

Figure 7-13. Accessing the List

recalled and used instead of the current position in the GPS

receivers memory.
1. Select Get Position From List (Figure 7-13)

Figure 7-14. Get saved position

2. Select next to Name to view the dropdown list (Figure 7-14)

3. Pick the appropriate name (or number)
In the example it is Field 1
4. Press Select (Figure 7-14)
5. Press Set Position (Figure 7-13)
6. Press Close to exit the program
7-10

www.topconpa.com

Configuring Topcon Hiper-AG RTK Base Station (Mobile and Fixed)

Multi-Base Station Setup

If you selected Multi-Base Station in step 9 on page 7-5 follow these
instructions.
If there is a network of similar Base Stations in the vicinity that can be
used, then you should have selected the Multi-Base Station option in
step 6 on page 7-5.
If Multi-Base Station was selected in step 6 on page 7-5 and the OK
button was pressed the program will display the window shown in
Figure 7-15.

Total
Number
of Bases
Sequence
of this
Base

Base ID
(can be
used as a
password)

Figure 7-15. Multi-Base Station Setup

1. Select the total number of operating Base Stations

2. Nominate which Base this is in the sequence of all the Bases
(Used for time delay in the radio transmission)
3. Enter a Base ID (this will be a number from 1 to 31 that has not
already been used by another Base in the network)
4. Press OK (Figure 7-15)
The program will setup the Base Station parameters in the
receiver.
A3524 Rev 1.1

7-11

Topcon GPS Manual

The program will then display the message shown in Figure 7-16
once the Base Station is set up successfully.

Figure 7-16. Success

5. Press OK (Figure 7-16)

6. Follow the steps on pages 7-7 to 7-9 to set and save the Base
Station position
To recall a position follow the steps on page 7-10.

7-12

www.topconpa.com

Topcon GPS Manual

Index
Index
A
Antenna Mast 6-7
AW400Tc UHF radio 5-4, 6-3
Assembly 5-4
power 6-1

LEDs 4-1, 4-2, 5-5

BATT 4-2
GPS 4-1
RX 4-2
Lightning Arrestor 6-6
CAUTION 6-6

Differential Source tab 7-5

Hiper-AG
Functions 4-1
Layout 4-1
Hiper-AG RTK Fixed Base Station
6-1
Configuration 6-2
Configuring 7-1
Mounting 6-2
Power Connection 6-4
Hiper-AG RTK Mobile Base Station 5-1
Configuration 5-1
Configuring 7-1
Hiper-AG GPS Receiver
positioning 5-4

GPS Performance 6-7

signal 6-9

Power 4-1
Zero Power State 5-5
power cables 6-4
power supply 5-5

Base Station Position 7-7

Recalling 7-10
Base Station Setup 7-5
Multi-Base Station 7-11
Single Base Station 7-6
Battery 5-4
BNC (Bayonet) Connector 6-3

C
Contact Information 1-4

I
internal battery 5-5

L
A524 Rev 1.1

Index

Topcon GPS Manual

Radio Performance 6-7

Reset 4-2, 5-5
RG213 cable 6-3, 6-10
RTK GPS antenna 6-8

S
SAFETY 1-2
Self-Amalgamating Tape 6-10
Service Information 1-5
Setup program 7-1, 7-2
Status tab 7-4

T
Terms and Conditions 1-1
APPLICATION 1-1
COPYRIGHT 1-1
OTHER STATEMENTS 1-2
TRADEMARKS 1-2
WEBSITE 1-2

U
UHF Collinear Antenna 6-2, 6-3,
6-5
Assembly 5-4
Cable 6-10
positioning 6-5, 6-8

W
Warranty, Limited 1-2
Disclaimer 1-3
Electronic 1-2
Indemnity 1-3
Liability Limit 1-3
Mechanical Components 1-2
Repair 1-2
Return 1-2
WARNING 5-2, 6-6
Index

www.topconpa.com