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SFX Dial-Up Program
SETX
PROGRAM EXPLANATIONS
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Introduct ion
Thank you for purchasing SFX Dial-Up Software for SETX.
Before using the instrument, please read this manual carefully.
Some of the diagrams and screen displays shown in this manual are simplified for easier understanding.
Sokkia continually conducts research and development in order to make its products easier to use and enhancetheir precision. The specifications and general appearance of the instrument may be altered without prior notifi-
cation. This manual is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved by Sokkia Co., Ltd.
Sokkia Co., Ltd. will not be liable to you for any profit or loss resulting from the use of this manual.
Except as permitted by Copyright law, this manual may not be copied, and no part of this manual may be repro-duced in any form or by any means.
This manual may not be modified, adapted or otherwise used for the production of derivative works.
Manuals 1, and 3 below are electronic manuals delivered on a CD-ROM in PDF format ( ). Adobe Reader is
necessary in order to view these documents. The latest version of Acrobat Reader can be downloaded from the
Adobe homepage.
How to read this manual
The SETX comes equipped with 3 manuals for operation information:
1. SFX Dial-Up Program Explanations (SETX) (this manual) : Explains how to send and receive data
using the SFX function
2. Operators Manual: Explains basic operation and functions of the total station.
3. SDR Software Reference Manual (SETX) : explains advanced measurement operations using the
SETX in Program mode, and methods for managing measured data.
For switching between modes on the SETX, see "1.2 Mode Structure".
For information on key operation and using the SETX screen, see Chapter 5. BASIC OPERATION of the Oper-ators Manual for your total station.
Symbols
The following conventions are used in this manual.
[Softkey] Indicates softkeys on the display.
{KEY} Indicates a keyboard key that causes an immediate action.
Examples: {1}, {F1}, {ESC}, {Y}, {N}. If you must press multiple
keys to initiate an action, the combination will be shown with a
plus sign between the keystrokes; for example, {FUNC CTRL}+
{}.
Contents Indicates the content in each window.
Indicates precautions and important items, which should be readbefore operation.
Indicates the manual or chapter title to refer to for additional informa-tion.
Indicates supplementary explanations.
Indicates an explanation for a particular term or operation.
Indicates screen titles.
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Contents
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1. Product Outline......................................................................................................1
1.1 SFX Functions .................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Mode Structure ................................................................................................................... 2
2. Connecting All Equipment ..................................................................................... 32.1 Necessary Items................................................................................................................. 3
2.2 Connecting All Equipment .................................................................................................. 4
3. Dial-Up Connection................................................................................................5
3.1 Booting Up and Quitting ..................................................................................................... 5
3.2 Setting Communication Settings ........................................................................................ 5
3.3 Registering an E-mail Address ........................................................................................... 8
4. Sending and Receiving E-mail...............................................................................9
4.1 Sending E-mail (Coordinate Data/JOB Data) ..................................................................... 94.2 Receiving E-mail with the Surveying Instrument (Coordinate Data)................................. 11
4.3 FTP Server Connection (Coordinate Data/JOB Data)...................................................... 12
4.4 Sending E-mail to the Surveying Instrument .................................................................... 17
4.5 Receiving E-mail from the Surveying Instrument ............................................................. 18
5. Error Messages ...................................................................................................19
6. Troubleshooting...................................................................................................21
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1. PRODUCTOUTLINE
1.1 SFX Functions
The SFX Dial-up program allows the operator to connect the total station to a cellular phone in order to
exchange data by connecting to an FTP server or to transfer data as email attachments between the
surveying instrument and a computer, while in the field. Coordinate data transferred to the total station
in this way can be added into JOB data in Program mode.
All data needed for surveying can be exchanged at the worksite.
As data can be sent to a computer via e-mail, there is no need to return to the office to hand
over surveyed data.
All data needed for surveying can be transferred via e-mail so there is no need to waste time
downloading before heading for the worksite.
Surveyed data can be sent promptly back to the office for processing allowing the operator to
get feedback on the quality of the surveyed data quickly and without having to leave the
worksite. The operator can respond to deficiencies in the data much faster as a result.
Coordinate data can be exchanged between total stations using the SFX function allowing
greater flexibility when allocating tasks in the field.
A program designed to allow Internet provider information, e-mail address, and FTP server
information to be set on an operators PC is available free of charge. For details, ask your Sokkia
agent.
Ex.1
Ex. 2
Ex. 3
Ex. 4
Total station 1
Total station 2
Coordinate data
Coordinate data
Coordinate data
JOB data
JOB data
JOB data Internet
Computer (at office)
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1.2 Mode Structure
Switching between modes is not possible during distance measurement.
TLT-OFS
TLT-OFS
EDM TILT
MENU OFFSET
MLM
EDM TILT
MENU OFFSET
MLM
5.4 SETTINGS Mode
Basic modeOperators Manual
Status screen
[Version][OK] {ESC}
Meas Mode (Navigable with tabs)
Menu mode
Configuration Mode
{SETTINGS}
Settings mode
{PROGRAM}Program mode
Operators Manual
{ SETTINGS }SDR Software
5.2 Display
Operators Manual
Functions
Reference Manual
Operators Manual
Operators Manual
Chapters 14-19
Chapter 20
(SETX)
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2. CONNECTINGALLEQUIPMENT
2.1 Necessary Items
The following items are necessary in order to use the SFX dial-up program with the surveying instrument.
Internet provider service
An Internet provider service is necessary in order to be able to send and receive e-mail. Theaccess details supplied by your provider are input when configuring the e-mail settings on
the surveying instrument.
When using Bluetoothtechnology
Bluetoothequipped cellular phone
When using a modem
Cellular phone with built-in modem
Interface cableDedicated optional accessory for connecting the surveying instrument and your cellular phone.
Sokkia cannot guarantee that all cellular phones with built-in modems are compatible with
the SFX system. Therefore, to check the compatibility of your cellular phone, please consult
your Sokkia agent.
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2.2 Connecting All Equipment
Connect all equipment as shown below. Make sure that the power of both the surveying instrument and
the cellular phone is off before connecting.
When using Bluetoothtechnology
When using a modem
For connecting the cellular phone to the dedicated interface cable, see the operator's manual foryour cellular phone/interface cable.
Bluetoothequippedcellular phone
Combined communications and
Interface cable for yourcellular phone
EDC120/EDC121
Modem
Publictelephone
Fixed-linetelephone
Serial
reverse
adapter
power supply connector
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3. DIAL-UPCONNECTION
3.1 Booting Up and Quitting
PROCEDURE Booting up
1. Select Dial-up from the Functionsmenu.
The following cannot be operated while dial-up
is in progress.
{SETTINGS}
Status bar
Power OFF
PROCEDURE Quitting
1. Press{ESC} repeatedly to return to Program mode.
3.2 Setting Communication Settings
Internet provider information must be registered on the surveying instrument in order to use the e-mail
function.
Registering Internet provider information Communication settings
Saving settings All settings are saved when the operator quits the program. SFX will function according to these
new and modified settings once the program has been shut down then rebooted.
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PROCEDURE Registering Internet provider information
1. Press [Config] in / to display
2. Set the following items. The information marked with *
is supplied by your Internet provider. For any inquiries
regarding this information, ask your Internet provider.
Phone 1 to 3*Input the telephone number for the access point. Up to 3 telephone numbers may be registered.
Spaces and hyphens may be omitted.
PPP login*Input the ISP connection login name.
PPP password*Input the ISP connection password.
IP address*Input the IP address when allocated. When using an address automatically assigned by the server
input "0.0.0.0.".
DNS1, DNS2*Input the primary (DNS1) and secondary (DNS2) addresses for the DNS server.
POP server*Input the POP server name using no more than 64 characters.
SMTP server*Input the SMTPserver name using no more than 64 characters.
Mail address*Input the e-mail address allocated to that instrument.
POP login*Input the login name for the POP server using no more than 64 characters.
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POP password*Input the POP server password using no more than 64 characters.
TimeoutSet the timeout, in seconds, for the connection to the server.
Leave on serverCheck the check box to leave received e-mail on the server. To delete received e-mail, clear the box.
POP before SMTPCheck the box to activate user authentication.
3. Press [OK] on page 3 to finish settings.
PROCEDURE Communication Settings
1. Press [COM] in a Config screen to display .
2. Select a device in Device, then set communication
settings.
A Bluetooth device that has already been registeredcan also be selected in Device.
Operators Manual 11.1 Wireless Communica-tion using Bluetooth Technology
Check PC COM when connecting to a computerusing Sokkias configuration software in order to
register provider and mail address information.
3. Press [OK] on page 3 to finish settings.
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3.3 Registering an E-mail Address
Register the outgoing e-mail address (no more than 64 characters) beforehand. Up to 3 e-mail
addresses can be registered.
Saving settings
All settings are saved when the operator quits the program. SFX will function according to thesenew and modified settings once the program has been shut down then rebooted.
PROCEDURE
1. Press [Address]in or to display .
All the currently registered e-mail addresses are
displayed.
2. Input the e-mail address and press[OK] on page 3 to
finish settings.
Press[ISP]on page 2 to continue registering Internet provider information. Press[COM]on page 2 to continue communication settings.
Press [SendMail] on page 1 to send an e-mail.
Press [RecvMail]on page 1 to receive e-mail.
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4. SENDINGANDRECEIVINGE-MAIL
4.1 Sending E-mail (Coordinate Data/JOB Data)
Coordinate data and JOB data can be sent from the surveying instrument as e-mail attachments.
When using Bluetoothwireless technology for SFX communication, complete Bluetoothsettings before
starting transmission.
Operators Manual 11. CONNECTING TO EXTERNAL DEVICES
PROCEDURE
1. Press [SendMail]in page 1 of a Config screen to dis-
play .
2. Select a data format from Format.
3. Highlight the JOB to be sent from JOB and press
[YES] to confirm selection. Press [NO] to cancel
selection.
Multiple JOBs can be selected.
Press [ALL]to select all JOBs.
Press [Create] when JOB selection is complete.
Do not select multiple JOBs with the same name.
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4. Highlight a destination address in Addressand press
[YES] to confirm selection. Press [NO] to cancel
selection.
Multiple destination addresses can be selected.
Press [ALL]to select all addresses.
Press [NEXT] when address selection is complete.
5. Select a device in Device.
6. Select an access point telephone number from
Phone.
7. Press [Connect]to start transmission. PPP dialing...
is displayed.
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8. The name of the JOB, data format, and the number of
records currently being transmitted is displayed on the
screen during transmission.
Multiple JOBs are sent one JOB per e-mail.
When all selected JOBs have been successfully
transmitted, SFX disconnects from the Internet and
returns to the screen in step 1. The cellular phone dis-
play returns to the standby screen.
Pressing [Disc] during transmission will forcibly cut
the connection and stop transmission. The transmis-
sion of the JOB being transmitted at that point may not
be successfully completed as a result.
4.2 Receiving E-mail with the Surveying Instrument (Coordinate
Data)
After reading in a coordinate file sent as an e-mail attachment in SDR format, the surveying instrumentrecords it as coordinate data at the end of the currently selected JOB.
PROCEDURE
1. Press [RecvMail]in or page 1 of
a Config screen to display .
2. Select a device in Device and an access point tele-
phone number from Phone.
"3.2 Setting Communication Settings"
3. Press [Connect]to start reception. PPP dialing... is
displayed.
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When a connection has been established the following
message is displayed and reception starts.
4. SFX will automatically search the server for all e-mail
for the surveying instrument. A list of all incoming e-
mail with csv/sdr data file attachments and the
respective data type will be listed on the screen.
5. Highlight the desired coordinate data in Maillist and
press [YES]to confirm selection. Press[NO] to cancel
selection.
Multiple sets of coordinate data can be selected.
Press [ALL]to select all JOBs.
SDR data and CSV data cannot be read in at the
same time. Make sure that selected files are either
all SDR or all CSV data.
Press [Recv] when data selection is complete.
The number of records currently being read in is dis-
played on the screen as the e-mail containing the
attached data is being received.
Pressing[Disc] during transmission will forcibly cut
the connection and stop transmission. All the databeing received at that point will be lost.
When all selected data have been successfully
transmitted, SFX disconnects from the Internet, the
cellular phone display returns to the standby screen
and data is recorded. Once data has been recorded,
the display returns to the screen in step 1.
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4.3 FTP Server Connection (Coordinate Data/JOB Data)
The surveying instrument accesses an office or PC FTP server in order to write or read in JOB data or
coordinate data.
The file to be sent is converted to SDR format and written to the server as "Job Name
.sdr". When a file with the same name already exists on the server, a letter (from a to z) is appended to the
end of the most recent file name (JOB name).
The surveying instrument can only read in files with the file extensions ".sdr" and .csv.
From the files with the extension ".sdr",only coordinate data is read in. The surveying instrument
records it as coordinate data at the end of the currently selected JOB.
PROCEDURE Writing (sending) a file
1. Press [FTP con] in to display
.
2. Select the relevant server in FTPserver.
3. Press [Connect] to start reception. FTP connect-ing... is displayed.
When a connection has been established the followingscreen is displayed.
Press [SendFile].
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4. Select a data format from Format.
5. Highlight the JOB to be sent from JOB and press
[YES] to confirm selection. Press [NO] to cancel
selection.
Multiple JOBs can be selected.
Press [ALL]to select all JOBs.
Press [Send] when JOB selection is complete to start
transmission.
Do not select multiple JOBs with the same name.
The name of the JOB currently being transmitted and
the number of records (JOB data records, coordinate
points) successfully transmitted are displayed on the
screen during transmission.
Pressing[Disc]during transmission will forcibly cutthe connection and stop transmission. All the data
being received at that point will be lost.
When all selected data have been successfully
transmitted, data is recorded and SFX returns to the
second screen in step 3. Further files can now be sent
or read in.
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PROCEDURE Reading in (receiving) a file
1. Press [FTP con] in to display
.
2. Select the relevant server in FTPserver.
3. Press [Connect] to start reception. FTP connect-
ing... is displayed.
When a connection has been established the following
screen is displayed.
Press [RecvFile].
4. SFX will automatically search the server for all data
files for the surveying instrument. A list of all csv/sdr
data files and the respective data type will be listed on
the screen.
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5. Highlight the desired file in File and press [YES] to
confirm selection. Press[NO] to cancel selection.
Multiple sets of data can be selected.
Press[ALL] to select all JOBs.
SDR data and CSV data cannot be read in at the
same time. Make sure that selected files are either
all SDR or all CSV data.
Press [Recv] whendata selection is complete to start
transmission.
The name of the file currently being read in and the
number of coordinate points in the current file are dis-
played.
When all selected files have been successfullyread in, data is recorded and SFX returns to the sec-
ond screen in step 3. Further files can now be read in
or sent.
Pressing[Disc] during transmission will forcibly cut
the connection and stop transmission. All the data
being received at that point will be lost.
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4.4 Sending E-mail to the Surveying Instrument
E-mail is sent from the computer to the surveying instrument using standard e-mail programs.
The method for sending an e-mail from the computer to the surveying instrument is the same as that for
sending a normal e-mail.
Compose an e-mail addressed to the address assigned to the surveying instrument.
So that the surveying instrument can distinguish which e-mails to receive, input "SDR>"or CSV>followed by a user-specified title in the subject line.
Text input in the body of the message will not be displayed on the surveying instrument.
Even if multiple files are attached to a single e-mail, the surveying instrument can only receive the first
attachment.
SDR-format coordinate data appended as an attachment. The file extension for attachment files should
be ".sdr".
The surveying instrument selects incoming e-mail with a subject line starting with SDR>or CSV> and
displays them in a list.
For more details on sending and receiving e-mails, see the operators manual for your e-mailprogram.
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4.5 Receiving E-mail from the Surveying Instrument
The method for receiving an e-mail from the surveying instrument on a computer is the same as that for
receiving a normal e-mail.
The subject line of the e-mail sent from the surveying instrument will be in the format "SDR>JOB Name."
or CSV>JOB Name., and the file name of the attached e-mail in the format, "JOB name.sdr" or "JOB
name.csv".
Microsoft Outlook Express 6.0 Example
For more details on sending and receiving e-mails, see the operators manual for your e-mailprogram.
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5. ERRORMESSAGES
The following is a list of the error messages displayed by the surveying instrument and the meaning of
each message. If the same error message is repeated or if any message not shown below appears, the
instrument has malfunctioned. Contact your Sokkia agent.
Message Cause Solution
Bluetooth Parameter
Error
A Bluetooth connection
could not be estab-
lished.
Check settings.
BluetoothTimeout A Bluetooth connection
could not be estab-
lished.
Check that the Bluetooth device(s) is switched
on and the settings are correct.
Connection aborted A Bluetooth connection
could not be estab-
lished.
Check that the Bluetooth device(s) is switched
on and the settings are correct.
CSV Import Err (DLL) An error occurred while
converting the attached
file.
Check the format of the attached file.
File Read Err An error occurred while
reading in a file from the
FTP server.
Try again. If the problem persists, contact the
administrator of your FTP server.
File ReadOpen Err
File WriteOpen Err
An error occurred while
trying to open a file on
the FTP server.
Try again. If the problem persists, contact the
administrator of your FTP server.
File Write Err An error occurred while
writing a file to the FTP
server.
Try again. If the problem persists, contact the
administrator of your FTP server.
FTP Change Dir Err An error occurred while
trying to move a direc-
tory on the FTP server.
Try again. If the problem persists, contact the
administrator of your FTP server.
FTP Connect Err An error occurred while
connecting to the FTP
server.
Check the FTP server settings and try again. If
the problem persists, contact the administrator of
your FTP server.
FTP Search Err An error occurred while
obtaining a list from the
FTP server.
Try again. If the problem persists, contact the
administrator of your FTP server.
Invalid Mail Address No sender e-mail
address entered.
Register an e-mail address in .
Invalid POP server
Login name or pass-
word
No POP server login
name/password
entered.
Register the POP server login name and pass-
word in .
Invalid POP server
name
No POP server name
entered.
Register the POP server IP address in .
Invalid SMTP server
name
No SMTP server name
entered.
Register the SMTP server name in .
JobList Read Err(DLL) An error occurred whilesearching the server for
e-mail for the SETX.
Try receiving the e-mail again.
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Mail Delete Err An error occurred while
trying to delete received
e-mail.
Try receiving and deleting the same e-mail
again. Alternatively, try to delete using Telnet.
No mail available There is no file attached
to the selected e-mail.
Attach a file and send the e-mail again.
POP Connect Err Connection to the POP
server failed.
Check the settings in . If a
connection still cannot be established try again
later.
POP Connect Err Connection to the POP
server failed.
There was an error in the server response or
login failed due to a mistake in POP server set-
tings. Check parameters and try again.
PPP Start Err A dial-up connection
could not be estab-lished using the dis-
played phone number.
Check that the phone and cable are connected
correctly. If a connection still cannot be estab-lished try again later.
SDR Import Err (DLL) An error occurred while
converting the attached
file.
Check the format of the attached file.
SendFile Rename Err There is a problem with
the file to be sent.
Files with the same JOB name cannot be sent
simultaneously. Files with the same JOB name
should be sent separately.
SMTP Connect Err User authentication for
the SMTP server is
required.
Check POP before SMTP in .
Message Cause Solution
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6. TROUBLESHOOTING
What follows is a list of foreseeable problems the operator may encounter while using SFX. Under each
heading is a description of items to check and possible solutions. When a problem not listed here occurs
or the suggested solution is ineffective, contact your Sokkia agent.
Loss of power during communication
A depleted battery cannot be replaced during communication. Check the remaining battery power
before starting communication.If the battery power is completely depleted during communication, the instrument will switch off but
will still be connected to the Internet. Disconnect the Internet connection before replacing the battery.
It is possible that e-mail has not been successfully transferred. If necessary transfer the e-mail again.
Failed connection
Cellular phone reception
Whenever possible, perform communication in areas where there is good cellular phone reception.
When performing communication indoors radio field intensity is weak and the connection is unstable.
For the service area of your cellular phone, contact your telecoms operator. For other details, see the
operators manual for your cellular phone.
File size
Reduce the size of the file being sent/received by dividing into multiple sections and sending/
receiving attached to multiple e-mails. File sizes causing delays in transmission will vary depending
on communication conditions and devices being used. As the maximum file size that can be
successfully transmitted will vary depending on these conditions file size should be set accordingly
(the recommended maximum range is from 2000 to 3000 records).
If the size of a file received from the FTP server is large, writing to a JOB will take a long time, possibly
resulting in the server timing out before completion.
E-mail program settings
Certain e-mail program settings may result in communication failure. Please consult the settings
screen shown below. If the "No mail available" error message is displayed even when a file has been
attached, type a message in the body section of the e-mail.
(1) Using Microsoft Outlook Express 6Select [Tools] - [Options] to open the following window.
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Set "Mail Sending Format" in the Sendtab to "Plain Text".
Press Plain Text Settingsto open the next window.
Set "message format" to "MIME".
(2) When using Mozilla 1.7.5
Select [Options] - [Format] - [Plain Text Only]
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1st ed. 01-0710 2007 SOKKIA CO., LTD.
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