Connect to CT8X2 wireless display

The hotspot, location, and Bluetooth settings must be correctly configured on CTX2 to let the data flow between the MC-X1 and the 3D-MC software on the CT8X2 display.

Start the 3D-MC app on the mobile device (if not already started).
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During a new configuration, the machine shows a red “Waiting for Connection” status message. If there is no connection, the message shows “Controller Offline.”
Select Control menuConnect to Machine.
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Figure: Control menu
The Connect to Machine screen opens.
Select Settings for access to the mobile hotspot settings.
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Figure: Connect to machine
The hotspot configuration is only necessary for the first connection. If a hotspot is already configured, go directly to Step 10.
Select Network & Internet.
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Figure: Network and Internet settings
Select Hotspot & tethering.
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Figure: Hotspot and tethering
Select Wi-Fi Hotspot.
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Figure: Wi-Fi hotspot
Activate the Wi-Fi Hotspot.
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Figure: Activate Wi-Fi hotspot
Topcon recommends that you enable the hotspot permanently.
Disable Turn off hotspot automatically on the Advanced screen (optional).
Create a Hotspot username and password. Keep them at hand for steps 11 and 12.
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3D-MC automatically scans for all available MC-X devices. The default device name is mcx1 or mcx3, for each model.
Select the device from the Device Name drop-down list.
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Figure: Device name
The Hotspot settings screen opens.
Enter the Hotspot username.
Enter the hotspot Password.
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Figure: Hotspot and password
Select SettingsGeneralGeneral Device Configuration on the MCX-Config page to change the device name (optional).
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Figure: MC-X1 device name
Make sure you enter the username and password correctly to enable communication.
The Connect to Machine screen opens.
Select OK to return to the 3D-MC main screen.
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Figure: Device connected
Select Control menuDisconnect from the main menu to stop all communications correctly between the MC-X1, the CT8X2 Android device, and the Total Station.