Trimble SX12 Laser Pointer White Paper 7
To avoid the unintentional high accuracy use of a laser pointer with tracking mode, the laser pointer has
a unique "heartbeat flash pattern" when the EDM is in tracking mode. This flash pattern is consistent
across all modes of the laser pointer (standard, low-light, extended range flashing), though the intensity
will vary between the modes.
Laser / EDM Workflow for Stakeout
Typically in order to efficiently stakeout points, the instrument is placed in tracking mode so that the
instrument is continually getting measurement values and the software can provide delta information
for the current location in relation to the point to be staked.
As described above, when using the SX12 with the laser pointer, standard mode is required to ensure the
highest accuracy. This holds true when doing stakeout also, so Trimble Access has a tailored workflow to
remain both efficient and accurate when staking out points using the laser pointer in the SX12.
There is a new "Mark Point" step that will position the laser pointer on the true stake position by
automating a switch to standard mode. The laser pointer will also change from the tracking flash pattern
to the solid standard mode. Step-by-step instructions can be found on the next page.
