Topcon’s New IS-3 Industry Leading Imaging Station
Topcon’s new Imaging Station, the IS-3 redefines the standards required for imaging robotic total stations. Introducing a series of new features and improvements.
Following in the footsteps of its QS A robotic cousin, the IS-3 now features the patented prism auto-tracking scanning interface technology, X-TRAC 8® to dramatically increase productivity when used in two-man auto-tracking or single operator robotic modes. When used in conjunction with Topcon’s unique RC-4 remote control system, the IS-3 will track prisms up to 1000 m away. Alternatively, use the innovative long-range Wi-Fi WT-100 wireless device, to control the instrument via live video feed from up to 300 m away.
The IS-3 has been designed to be versatile enough to run in multiple ways. End-users face many different job site situations, and often need the ability to switch configurations easily and quickly. With this in mind, the IS-3 can easily switch from a one-man robotic setup, to an on-board scanning and long-range reflectorless system, to a very user-comfortable remote laptop interface. Topcon continues to be in the forefront of imaging station technology with two on-board cameras, one wide angle for full, overall site navigation, the other a true TTL (Through The Lens) imaging sensor.
This innovative TTL technology is used in conjunction with the power of the 30x optics to provide incredible benefits for users controlling the IS-3 remotely. With this feature, operators can view live video images either on board the IS-3 LCD display, or can work remotely on a controller or PC connected to the imaging station via Wi-Fi, switching seamlessly and instantly between cameras.
ImageMaster software, which comes standard with the IS-3, now includes volume calculations as a standard feature. The software provides users with full live video control through their laptop to measure points, track prisms, and define scan areas.
Additionally, the IS-3 has a new high-space Grid Scan feature that obtains 3D data by automatically scanning at a specific pitch within a specified area. Using Topcon’s image analysing ImageMaster software, 3D models are easily and quickly created from the data.
