FOCUS 35 TOTAL STATION USER GUIDE
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Instrument Technology
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On Mode
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If the instrument is controlled by a separate controller the instrument will not go into
Suspend
Mode
while the battery is charged.
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For setting the instrument to suspend mode shut down the radio or cable connection between
instrument and separate control unit, and the instrument will enter suspend mode. The
instrument will turn Off automatically at suspend time out (default 120 minutes).
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The instrument will go to
Suspend Mode
if the instrument battery is low (battery capacity less
than 5 %), which enables you to replace the instrument battery within a period of 10 - 15 minutes
with detailed information and warnings.
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Without replacing the battery the instrument will go to
Off Mode
if the battery capacity is less
than 2%.
Power Supply
The power management in the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station has been designed to
deliver the most operating time in the field. The power management system includes the internal
battery, optional external power supply and the battery charger.
Internal Power Supply
The primary power supply for the Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station is a rechargeable,
removable Lithium-ion battery.
Second Internal Power Supply
On available models, a second internal battery can be inserted in the Face 1 battery compartment.
This battery is treated as an external power source and power is used from this battery before the
main internal battery is used.
External Power Supply
The Spectra Precision FOCUS 35 Total Station has one external port in the base of the instrument for
communication and for external power supply. External power can be provided by a car battery with
an appropriate cable.
