Land Surveyors United - Global Surveying Community2024-03-28T23:02:04Zhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/feed/allHP Designjet 111 Question - Rear Manual Feedhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/hp-designjet-111-question-rear-manual-feed2012-02-08T16:38:02.000Z2012-02-08T16:38:02.000ZMatthew M Filushttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/MatthewMFilus<div><p>I am trying to complete a print job onto card stock on my HP Designjet 111 via rear manual feed and am running into some problems.</p><p>I have the roll feed installed, but no paper and have been manually feeding cut sheets from the front manual without issue.</p><p>I have sent the print job with manual rear feed selected and for some reason it will not accept any media from the rear manually. I believe it is looking for a roll.</p><p>Manual is not much help beyond basic instructions.</p><p>Anyone else run into an issue or am I missing something reeeaaallly basic?</p><p>Thanks in advance,</p><p>Matt</p></div>Free Windows backup tool Synchronicityhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/free-windows-backup-tool-synchronicity2012-01-17T02:19:48.000Z2012-01-17T02:19:48.000ZDaniel Beltzhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/DanielBeltz<div><p><b>Free Windows backup tool Synchronicity</b></p><p></p><p>Takeaway: Synchronicity is a free and reliable backup solution. See how to create a new, scheduled backup to an external drive using the tool.</p><p>It isn’t always easy to get people to back up their systems. Sometimes end users are being lazy, but sometimes the problem might be that the backup tool is difficult to use. A free, volunteer-developed tool called <a rel="nofollow" href="http://synchronicity.sourceforge.net/" target="_blank">Synchronicity</a> can have end users backing up (with scheduled backups) with ease without having to spend all day configuring those backups.</p><p><b>Synchronicity’s features</b></p><ul><li>Easy to use interface</li><li>Backup easily to USB</li><li>Inclusion/Exclusion</li><li>Scheduled backups (with automatic rescheduling of missed backups)</li><li>Mirror</li><li>One-way incremental</li><li>Two-way incremental</li><li>Multi-profile support</li><li>Plenty of documentation (including hidden features)</li><li>Portable</li><li>Advanced features (such as dynamic destinations, time offsets, loose timing, file size comparison, and more)</li></ul><p>In this quick tutorial, I show how easy it is to create a new, scheduled backup to an external drive using the Synchronicity tool. <b>Note:</b> The requirements for Synchronicity are .NET 2.0 or greater and the admin password (if applicable) to the machine.</p><p><b>Installation</b></p><p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://synchronicity.sourceforge.net/downloads.html" target="_blank">Download the package</a> with the installer included, double click it, and walk through the installation. Once it’s installed, there will be a new menu entry in the Start menu called Create Software. In that menu, you will find the Create Synchronicity sub-menu, which includes the Create Synchronicity executable (and the uninstaller). Click Create Synchronicity to start the setup process.</p><p><b>Create a new backup</b></p><p>When you start Synchronicity, you will see the main window (<b>Figure A</b>). From this window, click the New Profile button, which will ask for a new profile name.</p><p><b>Figure A</b></p><p><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}1200640432,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_self"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}1200640432,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="371" class="align-full"/></a></b></p><p></p><p><b>This window will list all configured profiles. Multiple profiles can be saved for various backup jobs.</b></p><p>Once the new profile name is added, the Profile Settings window will open (<b>Figure B</b>). In this new window, you must configure the following:</p><ul><li><b>From:</b> Target to backup.</li><li><b>To:</b> Destination to backup to.</li><li><b>Subdirectories:</b> Subdirectories for both From and To.</li><li><b>Synchronization Method:</b> Which way is the backup sync’ing.</li><li>Include/Exclude</li></ul><p><b>Figure B</b></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}1200640563,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_self"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}1200640563,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="740" class="align-full"/></a></p><p><b>Not many backup solutions are as simple as Synchronicity.</b></p><p>For folder locations, you can use the following path formats:</p><ul><li>Absolute: D:\Path\to\folder</li><li>Relative: ..\..\folder</li><li>UNC: \\IP_ADDRESS\folder</li><li>Volume Name: “Drivename”\folder</li></ul><p>Once To and From have been set, click the Local folder tree button to reveal the directory structure. In this directory tree, you can include/exclude specific subfolders. If you need to include/exclude specific files, you must uncheck Copy All Files and then select what you want to include or exclude.</p><p>In the include/exclude section, you can use the following:</p><ul><li>Files by extension: As in tar; zip</li><li>Files by full name: As in “File.exe”;”File2.exe”</li><li>Regular expressions: /File[0-9]+\.(doc|xls|ppt)/</li></ul><p>After you complete those steps, the new job will be listed in the Profiles section. If you click on that job, a drop-down will appear where you can do the following:</p><ul><li>Preview</li><li>Run (Synchronize)</li><li>Change settings</li><li>Delete</li><li>Rename</li><li>View log</li><li>Clear log</li><li>Scheduling</li></ul><p>If this is to be a scheduled job, make sure to select Scheduling. When doing this for the first time, you will get a prompt that says Synchronicity must be run as a startup program. By enabling a profile for scheduling (<b>Figure C</b>), Synchronicity will register as a startup program.</p><p><b>Figure C</b></p><p><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}1200640537,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_self"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}1200640537,original{{/staticFileLink}}" width="580" class="align-full"/></a></p><p><b>If you want Synchronicity to catch missed backups, you must check the box for the feature.</b></p><p><b>Bottom line</b></p><p>Synchronicity is one of the fastest ways to help get end users (and clients on a tight budget) to back up their files and folders. Synchronicity will not image a machine, but for some users just getting that data backed up is a huge step forward.</p><p> </p><p><b><br/></b></p></div>CADStations or Engineering Workstations.https://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/cadstations-or-engineering-workstations2012-01-17T01:56:18.000Z2012-01-17T01:56:18.000ZDaniel Beltzhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/DanielBeltz<div><p>I am building a line of inexpensive (low cost not cheap there is a difference) workstations and I can custom build them if you want certain things. My base configuration should run anything and everything you need for the next few generations of CAD. These are not hot off the assembly line HP or Dell. These are hand built in my shop and then shipped to you and tested in house. No take a number and call a tech center that you can not get the help your need or understand. </p><p>If you are not looking for a full CAD or Engineering Workstation we can make that for you as well. We have standard workstations starting at $299 (Shipping Included) Great for a Warehouse or Secretary and then going up from there. </p><p>I have network attached storage (NAS) and large displays 20, 22 and 24 inch on sale right now too. If you are interested feel free to inquire. Sales@northstarcomp.net</p><p></p><p>Dan</p></div>Bluetooth, Survey Total Station, Data Collector, GPS, Computer, Survey, Nikon, Leica, Trimblehttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/bluetooth-survey-total-station-data-collector-gps-computer-survey2012-01-10T03:02:46.000Z2012-01-10T03:02:46.000ZDaniel Beltzhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/DanielBeltz<div><p>Anyone looking for Bluetooth adapters?</p><p>I just got a new supply of fingernail size Bluetooth 3.0 (Backwards compatible with 2.1, 2.0 and 1.1) USB adapters. Works with XP to Win 7 64bit (may work with win 98 but not guaranteed). You can use this to get the data from your data collector without cables to your workstation in the office or to sync with your phone or any other Bluetooth device you would like to use it for. These are not the low power class 1 deices this is a Class 3 capable of 100meters (300+ feet). I can ship anywhere with confirmed Paypal payment.</p><p>$10.00</p><p></p><p>- Bluetooth specification 3.0 + HS compliant<br/>- Interface: USB compliance 2.0<br/>- Support Voice + Data <br/>- Line of sight distance: 0~100 meters<br/>- Convert non Bluetooth PC into Bluetooth enabled PC<br/>- Wirelessly connect to Bluetooth devices<br/>- Comes with driver CD</p><p>Specifications <br/>Item: Bluetooth 3.0 USB Dongle <br/>Dimensions: 0.91 in x 0.47 in x 0.12 in (2.3 cm x 1.2 cm x 0.3 cm)<br/>Weight: 0.99 oz (28 g)</p></div>Ink Jet Printer Recommendationhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/ink-jet-printer-recommendation2012-01-04T22:12:03.000Z2012-01-04T22:12:03.000ZMatthew M Filushttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/MatthewMFilus<div><p>Hello,</p><p>I am looking for a recommendation for a simple ink-jet color printer for printing mainly black onto card stock and everyday office color printing. I want a straight paper path and just a basic unit that will take thick stock. I don't need any bells or whistles as I already have a plotter and a M-F laser. Only need to take legal-size, as well.</p><p>Thanks in advance,</p><p>Matt in Wisconsin</p><p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.excelsior-group-llc.com" target="_blank">www.excelsior-group-llc.com</a></p></div>Speech-To-Text Software Recommendationshttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/speech-to-text-software-recommendations2011-12-21T05:41:29.000Z2011-12-21T05:41:29.000ZMatthew M Filushttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/MatthewMFilus<div><p>Greetings,</p><p>In an attempt to streamline some procedures both field and office, I am inquiring whether anyone has successfully implemented Speech-to-Text software.</p><p>Obviously, there could be huge gains for lengthy documents on the office side. I am also curious about .mp3 dictation. I am looking to enhance my reconnaissance notes by using a voice recorder, but want the end result in text.</p><p>Any helpful hints or recommendations of software to try would be greatly appreciated.</p><p>Thanks in advance and Happy Holidays,</p><p>Matt</p></div>Android Survey Softwarehttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/android-survey-software2011-12-21T04:45:56.000Z2011-12-21T04:45:56.000ZDaniel Beltzhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/DanielBeltz<div><p>I am looking for a feature list that surveyors would like to have in the their data collectors and survey computers in the field. I am building a application that will be very inexpensive and wont need 2K computers. It will run on your android cell phone or android tablet. So you can have a data collector for a couple hundred dollars (your cell phone is just doing duty) or with a $150 Android Tablet with a 5 inch screen to a as much as you want for a state of the art tablet. But the key to this is I want to make a great application with unique and outstanding features for a price that is in the 200 to 300 dollar mark. Some of the features I am looking at is Instant data share (Even file for a copy protection on this) Where all people on a crew can sync there data with each other in the field and with the home office in real time. (As the point is saved it will be uploaded by means of Internet connection IE <span class="J-JK9eJ-PJVNOc">wifi</span> or cellular. This is a two way sync pulling the data back from any other device and the home office. The application will also do least squared in the field. By request of my uncle a <span class="J-JK9eJ-PJVNOc">PLS</span> here in Michigan who requested this software and is my Guinea Pig for the software. When he was looking for new software and the software was $2K+ I think that is insane. Now this is not my Day job this is my free time project. But if I can make a living doing it I would do it for a living and help every one here I would. So start giving me feature request. Argue the features pros and cons. I am trying to build a great application for all of you. I have 2000 Surveyors here to let me know what you want and need. So help me give it to you. </p><p></p><p>Dan</p></div>Thales/Magellan/Ashtech ProMark3 THE INSIDES AND REPAIRhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/thales-magellan-ashtech-promark3-the-insides-and-repair2011-12-10T17:49:56.000Z2011-12-10T17:49:56.000ZDaniel Beltzhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/DanielBeltz<div><p>This is going to be a work in progress. I am going to load a PDF when I am all done but I want to get my findings up to those who may be interested. </p><p>OK I repaired a ProMark 3 Yesterday. How hard is it. Harder then a cell phone not as hard as a Macbook Pro.. It took me about an hour with taking all the pictures to document everything for this article. Would I recommend this for the faint of heart. NO.. But if you have few or no other options do to price or time constraints this is for you. Or you can contact me and I will do a repair for you. I can take 2 damaged units and make one good unit or I can try depending on the damage. if the same parts are damaged that wont work. </p><p>I have a supply for </p><p>Screens</p><p>Touch Digitizer</p><p>Bluetooth Internal Antenna and Cable</p><p>Internal to External GPS antenna cable</p><p>working on more components</p><p>Here are a few pictures to show the work but I will create a full PDF documenting it step by step in every way. This will include screw counts and locations as well as ribbon cable convector opening and closing. </p><p>Hope this helps everyone.</p><p>I will build this documentation for each and every repair I do so that everyone can learn from my experience. I do have to say don't try this at home I am a professional computer and network engineer. I you do so it it as your own risk. The liability is yours and yours alone if you do try and repair your own unit. (My attorney says I have to have that in there.)</p><p>Dan</p><p></p><p>First picture it is broken.</p><p>Next picture is the cover opening.</p><p>The last pictures is all repaired.</p><p> </p><p></p></div>Computer Questions Answered.https://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/computer-questions-answered2011-12-08T18:43:18.000Z2011-12-08T18:43:18.000ZDaniel Beltzhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/DanielBeltz<div><p>I will attempt to answer any and all questions asked of any people on this forum. I own a computer company so that is my 6am to 6am as any business owner knows. But I am here for two reasons. I am building an Android survey data collector and well I sell computer hardware. Its what I know and can help you choose whats right for your business needs. </p><p>I have posted a few blog posts and I think I will move them into here as a better consolidated area for people to view them. If you are looking for any hard to find electronic or easy to find for that matter contact me and I may just be able to help you. I am getting ready to repair a ProMark 3 that has been broken for about two and a half years. He should be using his fully repaired unit by middle of next week. </p><p>One of the things I am going todo is document all the equipment that I repair with images and revision / part numbers so that anyone else that needs todo a repair can follow the instructions or can send it to my company and we will do the repair for you. </p><p>WE DO NOT DO SURVEY CALIBRATION WORK.. Yet.. May look at it in the future.</p><p>WE DO ELECTRONIC SALES AND SERVICE. This includes soldering, screen replacement, battery re-celling, antennas, cables, and general consulting as well as remote repair and all things Computer, Network, and Software from a Keyboard to a HDTV.</p><p>You can post questions and comments here or can contact me directly for parts/equipment sales/service requests.</p><p>Dan Beltz</p><p>North Star Computer Technologies</p><p>Marquette, MI 49855</p><p>dtbeltz@northstarcomp.net</p></div>Computer [kuhm-pyoo-ter] -nounhttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/hubs/computerhelpforsurveyors/forum/computer-kuhmpyooter-noun2011-04-09T05:31:59.000Z2011-04-09T05:31:59.000ZScott D. Warner, PLShttps://landsurveyorsunited.com/surveyors/ScottDWarnerRLS<div><p>Computer [kuhm-pyoo-ter] -noun - a catalyst for processing and storing human ideas by beginning with a logical input and proceeding illogically to a logical output.</p><p> Are the monkeys running the zoo again? Sometimes that's exactly how I feel when performing calculations or drafting maps with the aid of one of these diabolical devices. Things get a little bit abstract and removed from tangibility when performing math and making drawings with the now almost irreplaceable computer. It's a good thing that Pythagoras and Einstein did not have one. Likewise it is also a good thing that Leonardo da Vinci and Pablo Picasso did also not have to rely on one to create a masterpiece.</p><p> Nevertheless, it was indeed human intelligence that created the masterpiece we now call the computer to perform routine calculations and render graphics that should have taken much longer otherwise. The computers that most of us are familiar with do not think or know anything at all. They merely do what we "command" them to do.</p><p> On one occasion, a client of mine said something like "I want to know where the real property line is - not just where your GPS unit (a computer) tells you it is". Yes, wow!</p><p> I had to explain that my GPS equipment doesn't "know" anything and that it is only used as a measuring tool, especially between two points that you can't see between. Somehow that made sense, I assumed, by the blank look and the sound of crickets.</p><p> A computer is no more a mathematician than a piano is a musician. Yet, somehow we have venerated the computer as being more complex than it really is. To "know" your computer and how it produces the results that magically come out of it is only to "know" yourself and what you put into it. Garbage in, garbage out.</p><p> So the next time you don't understand why your computer doesn't do what you want it to do, make sure you are speaking the same language. Until then, don't expect your computer to help you do anything any faster or better than you could have done without one.</p><p> The profession of land surveying has come a long way with technology and it is surely headed toward the incorporation of more advanced "tools" to make life easier. Let's make sure "easier" isn't confused with "smarter".</p><p> This is as general and satirical as it gets. Now what sort of trouble or nonsense is your computer up to today?</p><p> </p><p>-Scott D. Warner, R.L.S.</p><p> </p></div>