Bluetooth device settings

NOTE – This feature is not available on all models.

Some of the RTS series total station instruments are equipped with Bluetooth® wireless technology for cable free operations and connection to an external controller when operating in Servo, Autolock or DR Reflectorless modes.

The Bluetooth device antenna is located directly beneath the controller attachment plate in the face 1 position. To facilitate communications between a controller or Tablet computer and the instrument, first enable the Bluetooth wireless technology option in the instrument. This is carried out as follows.

CAUTION – Before starting the Bluetooth device, make sure that the regulations of the country that you are working in allows the use of Bluetooth wireless technology.

  1. Press to scroll to Bluetooth settings then press .

  2. To change the Bluetooth device setting press to select Next and then press to select on or off.

  3. When you have found the setting of your choice press to select Set and then press to store this setting. You will then be returned to the setup menu.

  4. If you want to cancel, press to select Cancel and then press to return to the setup menu.

NOTE – At delivery the Bluetooth device is by default in off mode. Any change to this setting made by an operator will become the default setting until changed again.

NOTE – To reduce power consumption and extend operation time, Trimble recommends that the Bluetooth device is switched off when not in use.

NOTE – When pairing the Bluetooth connection from a control unit, use the last four digits of the serial number or key in no pairing code (leave the field blank).