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This guide provides the basic information needed to set up and use a NovAtel
a compact enclosure that delivers scalable positioning performance and contains internal storage.
There are several variants of the PwrPak7 to meet a range of GNSS applications:
PwrPak7
The PwrPak7 provides a high precision position, velocity and time (PVT) solution.
PwrPak7D
The PwrPak7D is a dual antenna enclosure that provides a high precision PVT and ALIGN
heading solution.
PwrPak7-E1
The PwrPak7-E1 combines a GNSS receiver and an Epson EG320N IMU in a single
enclosure to provide an easy to deploy SPAN
PwrPak7D-E1 The PwrPak7D-E1 combines a dual antenna GNSS receiver and an Epson EG320N IMU
in a single enclosure to provide an easy to deploy SPAN GNSS+INS and ALIGN system.
In this document, the term PwrPak7 is used to represent all variants of the PwrPak7 enclosure
(PwrPak7, PwrPak7D, PwrPak7-E1 and PwrPak7D-E1). When a section applies to a specific
variant of the PwrPak7 enclosure, the applicable receiver is identified (e.g. PwrPak7-E1 only).
USER DOCUMENTATION
For detailed information on the installation, operation, logs and commands for the PwrPak7, refer to the
OEM7 User Documentation (docs.novatel.com/OEM7).
BOX CONTENTS
The following is provided with the PwrPak7:
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Power cable (01019764)
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PwrPak7 DB26 to DB9 COM1 cable (01019765)
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USB A to USB micro B cable (60723175)
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
The additional equipment listed below is required for a typical setup.
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A 9-36 VDC, fuse protected power supply capable of at least 15 W
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A quality GNSS antenna, such as NovAtel's VEXXIS
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An antenna cable with a TNC male connector at the receiver end such as NovAtel's GPS-C016 model
(PwrPak7 or PwrPak7-E1), or
Two antenna cables with an SMA male connector at the receiver end such as NovAtel's 2.5 m SMA to
TNC cable (60723177) or 5 m SMA to TNC cable (60723178) (PwrPak7D or PwrPak7D-E1)
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Four M5 or #10 size screws for mounting
PwrPak7
QUICK START GUIDE
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Page 1: Quick Start Guide
An antenna cable with a TNC male connector at the receiver end such as NovAtel’s GPS-C016 model (PwrPak7 or PwrPak7-E1), or Two antenna cables with an SMA male connector at the receiver end such as NovAtel’s 2.5 m SMA to TNC cable (60723177) or 5 m SMA to TNC cable (60723178) (PwrPak7D or PwrPak7D-E1) •... -
Page 2: Optional Accessories
(docs.novatel.com/ OEM7). GETTING TO KNOW THE PWRPAK7 Refer to the OEM7 User Documentation (docs.novatel.com/OEM7) for details on all PwrPak7 connectors, labeling and LEDs as well as detailed installation and operation instructions and information regarding PwrPak7 logs and commands. Table 1: PwrPak7 - Connector Definitions... -
Page 3: Com Ports
Table 1: PwrPak7 - Connector Definitions Connector Connector Type Description Label USB 2.0 Micro A/B virtual COM port Ethernet RJ45 connector Ethernet 3 Event inputs (LVCMOS) 3 Event outputs (LVCMOS) COM PORTS 1 Pulse Per second output (LVCMOS) 1 CAN DSUB HD26 3 Serial ports: •... - Page 4 Green fast blink INS solution free (PwrPak7-E1, PwrPak7D-E1, or Green/Yellow alternating blink High variance PwrPak7 / PwrPak7D Yellow solid INS aligning/determining orientation with an external IMU) Red solid Error Table 5: USB TRANSFER LED Description LED State...
- Page 5 If using a USB connection, install the USB drivers (refer to Connect to the PwrPak7 on page 7 to obtain drivers). A wired connection is not needed if using the NovAtel Web User Interface through a Wi-Fi connection. 3. Connect the power cable connector to the PWR port. The exposed wires can then be tied to a 9-36...
- Page 6 The Wi-Fi interface SSID and default password are printed on a label on the bottom of the PwrPak7. If you intend to use the Wi-Fi interface and NovAtel Web User Interface, record the SSID and default password before securing the PwrPak7 in its mounting...
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Page 7: Ethernet Connection
Mount the PwrPak7-E1 or PwrPak7D-E1 and antenna securely to a vehicle. For the simplest operation, align the Y-axis of the PwrPak7-E1 or PwrPak7D-E1 with the forward axis (direction of travel) of the vehicle. Ensure the Z-axis is pointing up. Ensure that the GNSS antenna and PwrPak7 cannot move relative to each other. -
Page 8: Network Security
3. Connect to the PwrPak7 Wi-Fi network using a Wi-Fi capable smartphone, tablet or laptop. 4. Open a web browser and enter any web address (e.g. novatel.com) to launch the Web UI. 5. Click the Constellation tab to open the Constellation window. -
Page 9: Data Logging
PwrPak7 using a computer. If transferring files from internal storage to a USB stick, the NovAtel Web UI can be used to select the files to transfer, configure auto or manual transfer and monitor or cancel the transfer action. The files can also be transferred using the command line (refer to the Logging and Retrieving Data section of the OEM7 User Documentation (docs.novatel.com/OEM7) for more information). -
Page 10: Enabling L-Band
GNSS positions. In most cases, a data link between the base station and rover station (two NovAtel receivers) is required in order to receive corrections. It is also possible to receive and use RTK corrections from established networks. - Page 11 NovAtel CORRECT with RTK is a real-time kinematic software product developed by NovAtel. Optimal RTK performance is achieved when both the base and rovers are NovAtel products; however, NovAtel CORRECT with RTK will operate with equipment from other manufacturers when using RTCM, RTCMV3 and CMR messaging.
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Page 12: Additional Functionality
Refer to the OEM7 User Documentation (docs.novatel.com/OEM7) for set up and installation instructions for CAN, COM port configuration and other functionality. QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS If you have any questions or comments regarding your PwrPak7 product, contact NovAtel Customer Service using one of these methods Log a Case and Search Knowledge: Website: www.novatel.com/support...
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