Rev 6 –Feb 2022
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Testing & Calibration
This instrument has been thoroughly tested at the factory to ensure it will perform correctly. A
certificate of calibration is included. The calibration is traceable to the National Institute of
Standards and Technology (NIST) or the National Research Council of Canada (NRC). Cath-Tech
recommends that the Hexcorder Pro be re-calibrated on a yearly basis; contact Cath-Tech for more
information.
Charging the Battery
The battery inside the Hexcorder Pro box is the latest generation of rechargeable Lithium Ion battery,
rated for 9000mAh. High quality Samsung-brand lithium cells are used. Do not allow the battery to
freeze, also do not store in a hot location. Fully charge the battery before storing long-term.
To avoid over-discharging the battery, please do not store the Hexcorder
Pro without fully charging the battery first, and please recharge it every 3
months if not in active use. This will promote battery health and lifespan
and keep the battery from becoming severely discharged.
It is recommended that you charge the battery for 24 hours upon receiving the unit. When the
charger is connected and the Hexcorder Pro is charging, a red LED on the control panel will light up.
When charging is complete, this LED will turn green. When connected to the tablet, the Hexcorder
Pro will display the battery life near the top right corner as a percentage. The Hexcorder Pro will
automatically power down when the battery has been fully depleted. If there are any issues charging
the battery, please refer to the Troubleshooting section on page 42 for detailed instructions to revive
the battery.
The tablet also includes rechargeable Lithium Ion batteries, which require charging prior to use. The
charging port is located behind a water-tight door on the right-hand side of the tablet (See Figure 4).
Under normal survey use (100% brightness, screen always on, Wi-Fi turned off) the battery will last
approximately 11 hours. Additional external batteries and a reconditioning charger are available for
purchase if a longer run time is needed. External battery packs can be changed without shutting the
tablet off.
GPS Engine
A standard GPS engine/antenna as shown in Figure 3 is
supplied with the Hexcorder Pro. It is capable of resolving
position information with an accuracy better than 3 meters if
the WAAS differential correction is being received. Optional
sub-meter GPS accuracy antenna is available upon request.
The GPS engine is connected to the Hexcorder Pro by a
metal circular connector on the outside of the case.
Normally the GPS will lock within 5 minutes, however, if
the GPS has been moved far from its last position, has not been used for a long period or if the signal
is weak, it may take over 10 minutes to lock.
