Start Theodolite Interface

Starts the Theodolite Manager interface using the most recent successful connection settings.

 

Input Arguments

 

0

Collection Instrument ID

Instrument’s ID

The instrument ID of the instrument to start.

 

1

 

String

Theodolite Type (Must match Theodolite Manager Add Instrument type).

The type of theodolite, as specified in the theodo- lite manager connection dialog. (For example, “LEICA T1800”).

2

Integer

Com Port

The COM port to use for connection.

 

Return Arguments

None.

 

Returned Status

 

SUCCESS

The interface was started successfully.

FAILURE

The instrument could not be found, the type string or COM port is invalid, or the interface is already running.

 

Remarks

Starting in 2022.2 defaults have been added to the Add instrument dialog to choose between Theodolite Manager or the Total Station interface. The selected default interface is saved with the instrument model and will be called when this command is run.