Import from Trimble

Drawing|Import|Trimble

It is possible to transfer data between a Spectra Precision instrument and Geodat, Geodimeter and the control unit (4000). All Geodimeter instruments from 400 and above are compatible. ACU is now also compatible.

To import a file:
  1. Open the document you want to import data into. To import survey data you will need to open a  survey data document (SUR). To import co-ordinates you will need to open a drawing.  
  2. Connect the field memory/station to the computer. Note that the serial port is male on the computer and can be 9 or 25 pin.   
  3. Click File - Import - Trimble. In the upper field select the type of field memory to be used. This can be done automatically.
  4. Select the file(s) to be imported. A file list will be displayed.
  5. Click  OK.
Line connections:

Label defined

The label specifies the start and end of the line

Line numbering 1 2, 3, 4, 6, 7,

Intermittent: When the point ID jumps a step, the start of a new line will be created.

Line numbering 1.01 1.02, 2.01, 2.02, 6, 7,

The first number is the line ID.

Control code

The control code specifies the start and end of the line as well as other items.

Code

The same code will give the same line each time.

Support for Zeiss M5 digital leveller.

Read more about point codes at Edit code table