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News & Program Updates
Program updates, announcements and other comments will be made here. Updates to Quickclose can be downloaded (see links below) and loaded onto the calculator without loss of data, or re-activation.
Installing Quickclose from Windows 8
Posted 29th August 2014
The current Windows 7 USB Driver can only be installed on Windows 8 if Windows 8 settings are re-configured to accept unsigned drivers.
The settings can be changed as follows: Installing HP50G USB Driver on Windows 8
To install Quickclose from a Windows 8 PC:
1. Install the USB Driver as described above.
2. Install the connectivity software HP50/49/48 connectivity software v.2439 (1st September 2006) (4.31 MB)
3. Follow the installation instructions in the Quicklose User Manual.
Quickclose Version 3 HP50G and HP35 Packages - Major price reductions
Posted 6th February 2013
The strong Australian Dollar has resulted in massive price reductions in Australian calculator stock. The following price reductions will take effect from 6th February 2013 for sales made from the Quickclose online shop
- HP50G with Quickclose Professional Version 3 pre-installed
$450 $354
- HP50G with Quickclose Educational Version 3 pre-installed
$380 $284
- HP50G with Quickclose Upgrade to Version 3 pre-installed
$360 $264
- HP35S with HP35 Quickclose program manual
$179 $149
Purchase Discounted Quickclose Version 3 Packages online
Quickclose HP35S Survey Programs 1.1 to 1.2 Update
Posted 6th February 2013
Version 1.2 rectifies a bug in area computations. The bug is apparent when an area is computed for an unclosed figure and where non-zero coordinates have been used at the start for the figure. In these instances the area computed is a partial area that does not include the area between the misclose line and the first line of the figure. This appears to be the only bug in the program identified to date in spite of rigorous beta testing before the release of version 1.1.
Download HP35S Survey Program version 1.1 to 1.2 update(96 kB)
Quickclose Version 3 - Discounted until 30th June 2009
Posted 20th February 2009
Beat the credit crunch! Version 3 prices have been dropped until 30th June 2009.
- Quickclose Professional Version 3
$179 $159
(includes GST and printed user documentation)
- Quickclose Professional Version 3 Upgrade
$89 $79
(includes GST and printed user documentation)
- Quickclose Educational Version 3
$109 $99
(includes GST and digital user documentation)
- Quickclose Professional Version 3 Activation Code
$156 $139
(includes GST and digital user documentation)
Purchase Discounted Quickclose Version 3
Quickclose HP35S Survey Programs - Version 1.1 Release
Posted 20th February 2009
Quickclose has released a suite of basic surveying programs for the HP35S calculator.
The software is available for AUD$59 inc. GST.
Purchase HP35S Survey Programs
Download the 15 page user guide for more information.
Download HP35S Survey Program Guide - Evalution Version(126 kB)
Quickclose Demonstration & training courses
Posted 21st February 2008
SYDNEY Total Survey Systems, 7 South St., Rydalmere, 2116
Wednesday 28th May 2008
5:30pm - 6:30pm Free Demonstration (free of charge)
7:00pm - 8:30pm Training Course ($80 inc. GST)
Enquiries: Hugh Gerdes or Paul Koren info@totalsurvey.com.au
ph. (02) 9638 0055
Information & Registration
GOLD COAST Queensland Spatial Conference 2008, Holiday Inn, Surfers Paradise
Thursday 17th July 2008 9-12, Level 2 Holiday Inn
3 hour Workshop SSI/ISA Members $165; Full Conference Attendees $143; Non-Members $209 (Includes morning tea and lunch)
Enquiries: Kevin McDougall (programme chair) mcdougak@usq.edu.au
ph. (07) 4631 2545
More information
Online Registration
Quickclose Demonstration & Training Course
Posted 26th February 2007
HOBART Hotel Grand Chancellor, Grand Ballroom 3, Hobart
Tuesday 15th May 2007 Workshop 10 of SSC2007
1:00pm - 2:00pm Free Demonstration (free of charge)
2:00pm - 4:00pm Training Course ($100 inc. GST)
Enquiries: Richard Stanaway richard.stanaway@quickclose.com.au ph. (02) 9550 0010
More information
Online Registration
Quickclose Demonstration & Training Course
Posted 24th January 2007
MELBOURNE Engineering House, 21 Bedford St., North Melbourne
Wednesday 14th March 2007
5:30pm - 6:30pm Free Demonstration (free of charge)
6:45pm - 8:45pm Training Course ($80 inc. GST)
Enquiries: Pat Murnane pmurnane@isvic.org.au ph. (03) 9326 9227
Detailed course information and registration form
Quickclose Demonstration & training course
Posted 18th January 2007
SYDNEY Total Survey Systems, 7 South St., Rydalmere, 2116
Wednesday 7th March 2007
5:30pm - 6:30pm Free Demonstration (free of charge)
7:00pm - 8:30pm Training Course ($60 inc. GST)
Enquiries: Paul Koren paul@totalsurvey.com.au ph. (02) 9638 0055
Detailed course information and registration form
Quickclose released in New Zealand
Posted 27th October 2006
Quickclose is now available from Optical Services Ltd. in New Zealand for NZ$179. The educational version is also available for NZ$109. The datum file has been updated to include all NZGD2000 Meridional Circuits, NZTM and a separate program has been included to convert NZMG coordinates to NZGD49 and vv.
Version 3.1 release for HP50G/49G+/49G
Posted 25th October 2006
The CORE, PLUS and Sun/star azimuth program have been combined in Version 3.1 for the HP50G and HP49G+ calculators. Version 3.1 includes a modification to the IR print program so that the Misclose and Area are now printed after current CLOSE data. Version 3.1 will also install on the earlier HP49G. The Windows PC and Mobile 5.0 PDA versions have also been updated. To update Quickclose on the HP50G and HP49G+, click on the download link below and follow the instructions included in the download file.
Contact Quickclose to update PDA and PC emulator versions.
Download 3.1 library update for HP50G/49G+/49G(177kB)
Other links for Quickclose downloads have been updated (including those below).
HP50G calculator released
Posted 1st August 2006
A new graphing calculator, the HP50G, is now available. The HP50G is similar in most respects to the HP49G+, which it supersedes, with two significant improvements; an RS-232 Serial port and a much improved keyboard. Quickclose version 2.1 and above will opearate on the the HP50G. This calculator is highly recommended for surveyors.
Version 3.01 update for HP49G/HP49G+/HP48Gii/PC/Pocket PC
Posted 4th June 2006
A bug has been identified with the CORE program for the HP49G+, HP49G, HP48Gii & PC/Pocket PC emulator. The bug prevents missing elements being displayed in the CLOSE module. This bug has been rectified in a version 3 update of the CORE module (version 3.01). To update Quickclose CORE on the HP49G+, HP49G, HP48Gii and PC emulator, click on the download link below and follow the instructions included in the download file.
Download 3.01 CORE library update for HP49G/G+/48Gii (39kB)
Other links for Quickclose downloads have been updated (including those below).
VERSION 3.0 Released
Posted 24th May 2006
Version 3 is now available for
HP49G+/49G/48Gii/48GX/48G+ calculators and Windows (PC or Pocket PC/PDA).
Quickclose has been significantly revised with a considerable number of new features
Version 3 Features and comes with a comprehensive new manual with lots of worked examples
Download Version 3 documentation and fonts (2.8MB)
25% off until 31st July 2006
The Professional Version and Upgrades from Professional Version 1 or 2 (Standard or Expert) are discounted by approximately 25% until the end of July 2006.
Purchase Version 3.0 or Upgrade
The fully featured calculator version can be downloaded and run in demo mode (about 50 uses) and activated when a licence is purchased
Download Version 3 (HP calculator version) (2.94MB)
(Runs in Demo mode until activated. Zip file contains calculator version and pdf file of documentation)
For more information on Version 3; Contact Quickclose
Expert 2.15 for HP49G/HP49G+/HP48Gii
Posted 12th December 2005
A bug has been identified with Expert version 2.14 only installed on the HP49G+ and HP48Gii affecting the Corner Referencing Program (R->CR. This bug has been rectified in Expert version 2.15. Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request Expert 2.15 for HP49G/G+/Gii
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
Expert 2.14 for Allegro CX Windows CE Field Computer
Posted 5th November 2005
Quickclose Expert 2.14 has been engineered to run on a Windows CE emulator, specifically for the Allegro CX Field Computer. The program supplements other functions on the Allegro, such as the Point SDR software. The Allegro emulator is available free of charge to existing Quickclose Expert licence holders.
Request Quickclose for Allegro CX
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly.
Expert 2.14 for HP49G/HP49G+/HP48Gii
Posted 28th June 2005
Due to memory restrictions in the HP48Gii a new version of Expert has been released with the ASTRO module provided as a separate program. Expert 2.14 also rectifies a bug which generated errors printing from the CLOSE module to an IR printer.
Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request Expert 2.14 for HP49G/G+/Gii
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
EXPERT 2.13 Free Evaluation (HP49G/HP49G+/HP48Gii)
Posted 6th August 2004
The fully operational program can be downloaded free of charge complete with documentation for evaluation purposes on an HP49G/G+/48Gii calculator. The program will run for 60 major operations before automatically uninstalling (with warnings).
Click on the link below to download the free evaluation version (670kb) from the ASIBA web-shop. Unzip the file and follow the instructions in InstallationManual.pdf to install the evaluation version on the calculator.
Download QUICKCLOSE Expert 2.13 (HP49G/HP49G+/HP48Gii) Evaluation (670kB)
Expert 2.13 for HP49G/HP49G+/HP48Gii
Posted 6th August 2004
A bug has been identified with Expert version 2.12 installed on the HP49G+ and HP48Gii affecting the COGO RADI and TRAV functions. Another bug has been identified in version 2.12 producing ambiguous results in some D1B2 and B1D2 routines in the CLOSE Module. Both of these bugs have been rectified in Expert version 2.13. Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request Expert 2.13 for HP49G/G+/Gii
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
COGO File Importer for the HP49G+/GII
Posted 17th May 2004
A supplementary program I49 has been created to enable USB/Conn4x to import COGO point data.
Download I49
Quickclose and the new HP48GII
Posted 17th May 2004
The HP48GII has just been released in Australia, superseding the HP48G+. The HP48GII retains the serial connectivity of the the HP48 range, however only 80kB memory are available to the user. The calculator has a much faster operation and 5 level stack display. Quickclose version 2.12 runs very well on the 49Gii however, with the smaller user memory, only 170 COGO points and 100 Close legs can be stored in memory. The HP48GII is an ideal student's calculator. Professional surveyors should use the HP49G+.
Quickclose and the new HP49G+
Posted 8th December 2003
The long awaited HP49G+ has just been released in Australia. The HP49G+ is a vast improvement on it's predecessor, the HP49G. Improvements include; much faster operation, USB connection with much faster file transfer, 7 level stack display, SD card memory expansion, more tactile keyboard. Quickclose version 2.12 runs very well on the 49G+ with much faster and easier operation than on the 49G.
Expert 2.12 for HP49G ROM V1.18
Posted 18th December 2002
Users have experienced difficulties using Quickclose Expert Version 2.11 on ROM 1.18 of the HP49G. Expert has been recompiled for ROM 1.18. The ROM change is only applicable to users of the HP49G. Users of version 2.01 for the HP48 series do not require an update. Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request Expert 2.12 for HP49G
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
Curve patch
Posted 30th September 2002
A bug has been identified in the curve add-on program. The bug is in the FTIN sub-program. Entry of inches without any fractional component causes the routine to crash. This has been rectified. Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request updated curve patch
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
Expert HP48 Bug fix update 2.02
Posted 22nd August 2001
A bug has been identified, which produces ambiguous results in some D1B2 and B1D2 routines in the CLOSE Module. This has been rectified in version 2.02 Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request Expert 2.02 update
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
Expert HP49 Bug fix update 2.11
Posted 11th July 2001
A bug has been identified, which disables re-calculation of misclose and editing data after some routines.
This has been rectified in version 2.11 Licensed users who wish to update their program should contact Quickclose or Sokkia.
Request Expert 2.11 update
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly. Updates are free of charge.
Clothoid Spiral program (HP48)
Posted 27th April 2001
A stand-alone program which will run on any HP48G/G+/GX. This program computes points along a spiral curve given
chainage and offset as well as the reverse calc (compute chainage & offset given point). The program is free for existing Expert Version licence holders
Request Spiral program
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your QUICKCLOSE Expert disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly.
QUICKCLOSE Expert 2.01 - PC Emulator
Posted 21st April 2001
Expert Version 2.01 and the curved boundary calc program can now be run easily on a PC emulator. No calculator is required!
The emulator version of Quickclose is only avialable to existing Expert Version licence holders
Request Emulator program
Ensure that the SERIAL NUMBER of your disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly.
Quickclose Evaluation on an Emulator
Posted 21st April 2001
Expert Version 2.01 and the curved boundary calc program can now be evaluated on a PC emulator. No calculator is required.
Quickclose Expert emulator evaluation program (1.1 MB)
The evaluation program will operate for 200 operations before automatically uninstalling. The evaluation is easy to install
and use and includes comprehensive documentation in Acrobat pdf format.
HP49 Users; Important information
Posted 21st April 2001
Many users of Quickclose with the HP49 have experienced problems with installation and program operation.
Unfortunately, many HP49 calculators are sold with an old ROM (The HP49 Operating System and command library).
It is very important that the ROM be updated before Quickclose is installed. The latest ROM release (Version 1.18) can be downloaded for free from the official HP site at;
HP49G ROM Update
It will be necessary to also download (also on the CD provided with the calculator) the Connectivity software in
order to update the ROM.
NOTE: The HP49 default mode is Algebraic. Ensure that the HP49 is set to RPN (RPL) mode by pressing
[MODE] |CHOOS| RPN |OK| |OK| before running the program.
The Windows Connectivity software seems to fail fairly often. For all downloads other than the ROM update it
is advisable to use the DOS Kermit program provided.
EXPERT 2.1 Free Evaluation (HP49G)
Posted 21st April 2001
The fully operational program can now be downloaded complete with documentation. The program will run for
200 major operations before automatically uninstalling (with warnings).
EXPERT 2.01 Free Evaluation (HP48G+/GX)
Posted 20th April 2001
The fully operational program can now be downloaded complete with documentation. The program will run for
200 major operations before automatically uninstalling (with warnings).
EXPERT version 2.01
Posted 3rd April 2001
HP48G+/GX ONLY (v2.0): Full misclose details are now printed on the IR printer. To obtain the upgrade
Email request for upgrade. Ensure
that the SERIAL NUMBER of your disk, name and email are provided within the request. Alternatively
contact SOKKIA directly.
QUICKCLOSE - New web-page
Posted 18th March 2001
QUICKCLOSE now has a new WWW domain and web-page
http://www.quickclose.com.au
QUICKCLOSE Year 2000 and Leap year compliance
Posted 4th March 2000
All versions of QUICKCLOSE software and patch programs are Y2K and Y2K leap-year compliant, as the HP48 and
HP49 calculators use four digit year fields in date calculations.
BUG FIX in Expert Version 2.0 and 2.1
Posted 4th March 2000
A bug has been identified in the COGO Module of Expert 2.0 and 2.1(49G Version).
The Links to metres (L->M) conversion will erroneously compute a Feet to metres conversion.
The Feet to metres (F->M) conversion resets the program.
In addition the B.COR and D.COR COGO functions in version 2.1 do not work properly.
Fixup files for existing installations and replacement INSTE20 and INSTE21 installation files along
with instructions (README.TXT) and can be dowloaded here;
Download Expert version bug fix
The bug originates from the installation file and does not affect the program library file.
CURVED BOUNDARY Patch for HP49G
Released 10th January 2000
The curved boundary close program patch has also been converted into HP49G format, and can be dowloaded here;
Download Curved boundary patch for HP49G
(Note; CRV will not run as a stand-alone package)
QUICKCLOSE runs on HP49G
Posted 9th January 2000
Version 2.1 (for the HP49G) has just been compiled and will be available from SOKKIA from 11th January 2000.
The arrival of the HP49
Posted 3rd January 2000
The HP49G landed on the Australian market in November, presumably to supersede the HP48 series. The 49 looks like an
exceptionally faster and more versatile machine.
Good points
- 500kB of internal user RAM and 1MB of User/Flash ROM is a VAST improvement on the 48 series. This means that
ROM based USER programs are protected somewhat from unexpected memory losses and resets (also battery failures).
- An upgradeable ROM and inbuilt library compiler.
- AT LAST the graphical functions, CHOOSE menus, INFORM boxes & PLOTS run at the speed they should.
- The Computer Algebra System (CAS) is a superb addition.
- Much faster baud rates for data transfers between external devices.
Peculiarities
- The shiny screen cover.
- Loss of tactile reassurance with the rubber keys. (We surveyors are quick with our fingers !).
Bad points
- COST (For us Aussies especially) How is it that a calculator developed in Australia and manufactured in Indonesia ( 1 hour flight from Darwin ) is probably the most expensive HP49 in the world ????
- Loss of infra-red printing capability ( Where does one find a serial printer these days ??)
- Loss of external/plug-in RAM card facility.
CURVED BOUNDARY Patch
Released 4th August 1999
As a result of the overwhelming demand from NSW surveyors in the first few months of 1999, a "patch" program that allows for the input of curved boundaries and balance distances has been developed for the current versions of Expert and Standard programs. This upgrade is available free of charge from SOKKIA, but can also be downloaded here.
Download Curve boundary update
(Note; CRV will not run as a stand-alone package)
Quickclose Expert 2.0 and Standard 2.0
Released 26th January 1999
Quickclose Expert version 2.0 and Standard Version 2.0 are now available from Sokkia.
Quickclose Standard Version 1.1
Released 13th May 1998
A bug has been identified in the CIRC routine and has been rectified in Version 1.1. Existing users should contact
SOKKIA for a free update.
Quickclose Standard Version 1.0
Released 20th April 1998
Quickclose Version 1.0 is now available from SOKKIA in Australia.
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