Propak6 Hardware; Propak6 Cables; Selecting A Gnss Antenna; Choosing A Coaxial Cable - Novatel ProPak6 User Manual

Installation
2.2

ProPak6 Hardware

2.2.1

ProPak6 Cables

To prevent damage to both the receiver and the cables, each connector can be inserted in only one way.
Furthermore, the connectors used to mate the cables to the receiver require careful insertion and
removal. Observe the following when handling cables.
• To insert a cable, make certain to use the appropriate cable for the port
• Insert the connector until it is on straight and secure
• To remove a cable, grasp it by the connector
NovAtel Part #
01017658
01017663
01018520
01018519
01019154
For more information about the cables used with ProPak6, refer to Section A.5, Cables on page 119.
2.2.2

Selecting a GNSS Antenna

An active antenna is required because its Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) boosts the power of the incoming
signal to compensate for the line loss between the antenna and the receiver.
NovAtel offers a variety of single and dual-frequency GNSS antenna models. All include band pass
filtering and an LNA. The GNSS antenna chosen depends on the particular application. Each model
offers exceptional phase-center stability as well as a significant measure of immunity against multipath
interference. Each one has an environmentally-sealed radome.
2.2.3

Choosing a Coaxial Cable

An appropriate 50 ohm coaxial cable whose line loss does not exceed 10.0 dB. If the limit is exceeded,
excessive signal degradation may occur and the receiver may not be able to meet its performance
specifications. NovAtel offers a variety of coaxial cables to meet GNSS antenna interconnection
requirements, including:
• 5, 15, or 30 m antenna cables with TNC male connectors on both ends (NovAtel part numbers C006,
C016 and C032 respectively)
A local NovAtel dealer can offer advise about specific configuration requirements. If an application
requires the use of cables longer than 30 m, refer to the application note
Selection and Installation
Information on page 8).
High quality coaxial cables should be used.
ProPak6 Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 4
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Do not pull directly on a cable.
Table 4: ProPak6 Cables
Port Labeled
COM1 Null modem cable, 6 foot DB9 female/female
COM2 Provides connections for:
COM3/IMU COM1
COM2
COM3/IMU
PWR Power cable assembly, 4-Pin LEMO - 6 amp cigarette lighter
COM1 Extension cable 6 feet DB9 male/female ITE (straight through)
I/O 6 foot DB9 male/single ended ITE cable (DB9 to wire leads)
EXP Expansion cable for access to COM7, 8, 9 and 10 as well as CAN1
and CAN2
on our website or obtain it directly by contacting NovAtel (refer to Contact
Purpose
APN-003 RF Equipment
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