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  • Page 1 XDL ROVER 2 User Guide...
  • Page 2 Customer support and sales contacts whether written or oral, is expressed or implied. Trimble specifically Quality, technology, and service are the hallmarks of Pacific Crest. We disclaims the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a provide easy access to our customer service department to keep you particular purpose.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the XDL ROVER 2 to an Android device using XDLCONF-BT ......18...
  • Page 4: Safety Information

    – The internal Lithium-Ion battery is NOT USER SERVICEABLE. Do not attempt to open the enclosure or replace the battery. Lithium-ion batteries can be dangerous if mishandled. All warranty will be void if the XDL ROVER 2 is opened by anyone except authorized service personnel.
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the XDL ROVER 2 for use with your survey system. The XDL ROVER 2 is an advanced, high speed, Bluetooth enabled, wireless data link that is ® designed specifically for GNSS/RTK applications. Your success in using the XDL ROVER 2 is our primary goal.
  • Page 6: Tips And Techniques For Best Performance

    Routine equipment care prolongs the life and reliability of your radio. Radio communication equipment is susceptible to damage from shock or environmental extremes. Never operate the radio outside the operating specifications contained in "Technical Specifications" on page XDL Rover 2 User Guide...
  • Page 7: Radio Modem

    Power buttons The Power button is used to: • Turn on / turn off the XDL ROVER 2: – To turn on the unit, press and release the power button once. A green LED lights up to indicate that the unit has switched on.
  • Page 8: Indicator Leds

    Note: The XDL ROVER 2 operates with voltage levles between 10.5 V DC and 28 V DC. Receive LED – Red: The red receiver LED blinks depending on which one of the following two options was programmed into the XDL ROVER 2 using the ADLCONF software: •...
  • Page 9: Enclosure

    Enclosure The XDL ROVER 2 is housed in a tough, impact-resistant enclosure designed to withstand tough operating environments. The enclosure is dustproof and waterproof with an IP-67 rating. Antenna The XDL ROVER 2 provides an industry standard, waterproof, TNC female RF connector that is compatible with a wide range of mobile whip antennas.
  • Page 10: Configuring The Xdl Rover 2

    Connecting the XDL ROVER 2 to the ADLCONF software Cable connection To configure the XDL ROVER 2 using a desktop or laptop computer, use the serial programming cable, P/N 100948-00. This cable is equipped with a standard DE9 connector that plugs into a computer’s serial port. If your computer does not have a serial port, you may use a serial-to-USB adapter.
  • Page 11 Note: If the Add a device screen does not populate with any devices or if the intended device does not appear, right-click and then select Refresh to rescan for all devices in range. The XDL ROVER 2 appears in the Bluetooth device search identified by the following naming format: XDLROVER1234567890. The numbers in the device name represents the 10-digit product serial number of the XDL ROVER 2.
  • Page 12 6. Select XDLROVER1234567890 and then click Next: The Windows operating system starts connecting to the XDL ROVER 2: XDL Rover 2 User Guide...
  • Page 13 Once the process is complete, click Close to finish the pairing process with the XDL ROVER 2: Wait for Windows to complete assigning a COM port to XDL ROVER 2. This process can be seen continuing in the background by an active icon that appears in the taskbar.
  • Page 14 9. Once Windows has completed the device configuration, open the Control Panel and then select Hardware and Sound: 10. Under Devices and Printers, double-click Device Manager: XDL Rover 2 User Guide...
  • Page 15 11. Once the Device Manager screen appears, expand the Ports (COM & LPT) list and then find the COM port assigned to the XDL ROVER 2, in this example, COM 5: Note: Windows assigns two COM ports after completion of the XDL ROVER 2 pairing process.
  • Page 16 13. From the Port drop-down list, select COM 5: 14. Make sure that the correct serial Data Rate (baud rate) is entered and then click OK: XDL Rover 2 User Guide...
  • Page 17 15. If prompted, click Yes to overwrite current configurations for the XDL ROVER 2: The ADLCONF software has now successfully connected to the XDL ROVER 2 using Bluetooth wireless technology: For more information on how to use the ADLCONF software, refer to the ADLCONF Software User Guide by selecting Help / User Guide.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Xdl Rover 2 To An Android Device Using Xdlconf-Bt

    "XDLCONF-BT". Install the app on your Android device and then do the following: 1. Press the power button on the XDL ROVER 2 to turn it on. 2. Press the power button again to turn on the XDL ROVER 2’s Bluetooth. Wait for the Bluetooth LED to blink rapidly.
  • Page 19: Factory Default Settings

    Sensitivity High Note: Should you need to change any of these settings, connect the XDL ROVER 2 to a computer via Bluetooth or using its programming cable and run the ADLCONF program. Both the program and its manual are available for free download from www.pacificcrest.com.
  • Page 20: Battery

    VDC. If the unit is connected to a system running from a 12 VDC external battery pack, when the voltage drops below 11 VDC, the XDL ROVER 2 will switch to its internal battery. This allows the overall system to last longer as XDL ROVER 2 is now operating from its own internal battery.
  • Page 21: Error Codes

    Error Codes The XDL ROVER 2 performs a variety of power-up and run-time tests to ensure optimal operation. Tests include environmental as well as electrical measurements designed to avoid damage to the unit while maintaining adequate operation. In the event of an error condition, the red and blue LED will flash in unison.
  • Page 22: Antenna

    It shows a front view of the pin-outs. Antenna All Pacific Crest radios use a TNC male antenna connector. You should also use only a high-quality, 50 Ω impedance cable, similar to that found on all Pacific Crest antenna cables.
  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    –20 ˚C to +60 ˚C (–4 ˚F to +140 ˚F) Vibration specification MIL-STD-810F Mechanical Specifications Dimensions 14.2 cm x 8.4 cm x 2.8 cm (5.60 in x 3.30 in x 1.10in) Weight 270 g (0.60 lb) XDL Rover 2 User Guide...
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