Service Procedure ............................ 24 Environmental recycling ........................25 For countries in the European union (EU) ..................25 For countries outside European Union (EU) ................... 26 Appendix 4 ..........................27 Safety Recommendations ..................... 27 Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
1.1 Receiver appearance The S900 series receiver is cylindrical with a diameter of 156mm, a height of 76mm and a weight of 1.2kg. The front side of the receiver is control panel, which consists of a power button and four indicators.
Figure 1.2.1 UHF interface Figure 1.2.2 5pin LEMO interface Figure 1.2.3 7pin LEMO interface 1.3 Control panel The control panel is showed in Figure 1.3.1. Figure 1.3.1 control panel Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
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Green flash: power between 10%- %30%; Red: power below 10%. Power button Used to turn on and off the receiver. Short press to broadcast the current working mode and status. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
2. Web User Interface S900 receiver has Web UI functionality. By getting access to its internal hotspot, you can easily manage it on the Web UI. As long as you have a smart phone, PC or handheld with WIFI functionality, you can easily connect to the S900 receiver to view status, download data and configure the receiver.
2.1 Status The status page displays the current state of S900 receiver, including position information, data link status, satellite charts, instrumentation information. Click on a module to display its details, as shown in figure 2.1.1. Figure 2.1.1 position status page...
And you can view and download the logs as well. Also you could upload, download, delete and apply the related configuration. Click on a module to display its details, as shown in figure 2.2.1. Figure 2.2.1 setting page Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
2.3 Download The download page provides downloads of raw data and backup data. Click on a module to display its details, as shown in figure 2.3.1. Figure 2.3.1 download page Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
In this page, the user can upgrade the firmware, register the device, modify the login password, format the instrument disk, self-check, restore the factory Settings, restart equipment and other operations, as shown in figure 2.4.1. Figure 2.4.1 management page Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
You can also register device via controller. Open Cube-a software on the handheld and connect the receiver. Click “About” - “Register instrument”, then input code and registration is done. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
3.2 Receiver self-check Self-check functionality is to check whether every module works normally. When S900 receiver has indicators off or module doesn’t work normally, you can use self-check to inspect the receiver. S900 self-check consists of six parts, namely GPS, radio, network, WIFI, Bluetooth, and sensor. The self- check results will be voice broadcasted in the process.
(the same direction as the icon), cover the card slot cover. Open the upper cover in the arrow direction , then install or uninstall the TF or SIM card(card shape is same as the above mark). Figure 3.3.1 TF/ SIM card slot Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
3.4 Power off the receiver When the receiver is powered on, press power button and hold it until the receiver voice broadcast “power off”, short press the power button again, then the receiver is powered off. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
There is no difference between the base and the rover container. The internal layout of the container is showed as figure 4.1.1. Figure 4.1.1 internal layout of container The external appearance of the container is shown as figure 4.1.2. Figure 4.1.2 external appearance of container Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
4.2 Battery and adapter S900 series receiver use detachable dual battery to charge. You can gently press the bottom button to know the current battery power according to the four lights (power between 75%-100% with all four lights lit; power below 25% with only one light lit).
USB and the DB9 interface are for data communication respectively with PC and handheld as illustrated in Figure 4.4.1. Figure 4.4.1 7-pin serial cable Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
INTERNAL RADIO Type Tx - Rx Frequency Range 410 - 470 MHz Channel Spacing 12.5 KHz / 25 KHz 3-4 Km in urban environment Maximum Range Up to 10 Km with optimal conditions Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
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-40°C to 80°C (-40°F to 176°F) Waterproof/Dustproof IP67 Designed to endure to a 2 m pole drop Shock Resistance on concrete floor with no damage Vibration Vibration resistant Specifications are subject to change without notice. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
WEB interface. The frequency of each channel is as follows. Table 2 Default frequency of internal radio Channel Frequency 438.125 MHz 440.125 MHz 441.125 MHz 442.125 MHz 443.125 MHz 444.125 MHz 446.125 MHz 447.125 MHz Appendix 2: Copyrights, warranty and environmental Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
STONEX ® agrees to repair or replace the defected instrument within thirty (30) days only if STONEX ® recognizes that the defects of the instrument are not caused by human factors or no obvious damage to its surface is visible. STONEX ®...
Firmware/Software will operate to meet your requirements. Stonex will forward the Software/Firmware Fix to the dealer or customer. Firmware/software Fix means an error correction or other update created to fix a previous firmware version that substantially doesn’t conform to the...
Customer must read and follow all set-up and usage instructions in the applicable user guides and/or manuals enclosed. If customer fails to do so, this product may not function properly and may be damaged. Customer may lose data or sustain personal injuries. Stonex , its affiliates ®...
Products: ® GPS Receiver: S900 GNSS Receiver Accessories Accessories & Specific Parts Warranty: For Accessories provided by Stonex with the instruments S900 GNSS the following general warranty time is for reference: Batteries: 7 months. Battery chargers: 7 months. ...
· For countries outside European Union (EU) The treatment, recycling, collection and disposal of electric and electronic devices may vary in accordance with the laws in force in the Country in question. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
Before using this instrument, check if authorization to operate the receiver is required in your country. It is the responsibility of the importer to verify if it is necessary a certification or license for the equipment in the country of use. Instrument Approval Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
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Approval is granted by the manufacturer of the equipment. Some countries have unique technical requirements for operation in particular frequency bands. To comply with those requirements, Stonex srl may modified the equipment to be subjected to grant. Unauthorized modification of the units voids already got approvals, the warranty time and the operational licenses of the instrument.
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All the relevant information’s are available on the European Community website: http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/rtte/documents/ The text of the Directive 99/05 regarding telecommunication equipments is available, while the applicable Directives (Low Voltage and EMC) are available http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/electrical Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
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“safety standards and recommendations “published by Scientific organizations. Stonex srl therefore believes the internal wireless radio is safe for use by end users. The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as UMTS phones. However, the use of Bluetooth/WiFi may be restricted in some special situations or place, like aircraft , hospital ,etc.
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– Do not use or store the battery in very hot ambient. – Do not drop or puncture the battery. – Do not open the battery and do not put in short-circuit its electrical contacts. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
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– If battery fluid gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention. Do not rub your eyes! – If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing, immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid. Stonex S900 GNSS Receiver – User Manual...
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