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- Page 1 SMART2 Installation and Operation User Manual OM-20000185 1 July 2019...
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Page 2: Proprietary Notice
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a com- mitment on the part of NovAtel Inc. The software described in this document is furnished under a licence agreement or non-disclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the agreement. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents SMART2 Notices 1.1 SMART2 International Type Approval Customer Support Chapter 1 SMART2 Overview 1.1 Features and Models 1.2 SMART2 Connector Overview 1.3 SMART2 LED 1.4 Related Documents and Information Chapter 2 SMART2 Installation 2.1 Power Supply Requirements for SMART Antennas 2.2 Mounting and Orientating the SMART2 2.2.1 Mounting Plate 2.3 Connect the SMART2 to Data Communication Equipment... - Page 4 6.3.2 Recovering from a Temperature Status Error 6.3.3 Mitigating High Receiver Temperature 6.3.4 Monitoring the Receiver Temperature 6.4 Safe Mode 6.4.1 Reset Loop Detection 6.4.2 Recovery Steps Chapter 7 NovAtel Firmware and Software 7.1 Firmware Updates and Model Upgrades SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1...
- Page 5 7.3 Downloading Firmware Files 7.3.1 Format of Firmware Files 7.4 Updating or Upgrading Using the WinLoad Utility 7.4.1 Using the WinLoad Utility 7.5 Updating the Firmware Using NovAtel Connect 7.6 Updating Using SoftLoad Commands 7.6.1 SoftLoad Commands and Logs 7.6.2 Working With S-Records 7.6.3 Sending Firmware Data...
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Page 6: Smart2 Notices
SMART2 Notices The following notices apply to the SMART2 devices (model dependent). Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by NovAtel Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two con- ditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 7 NovAtel Inc. declares that the SMART2-B and SMART2-TB Bluetooth transceivers are in com- pliance with Directive 2014/53/EU (Radio Equipment). The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from the NovAtel web site at: www.novatel.com/products/compliance/eu-declaration-of-conformity Radio Information...
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Page 8: Smart2 International Type Approval
(WEEE) is a regulated area. Where the generation of waste cannot be avoided, it should be reused or recovered for its material or energy. WEEE products may be recognized by their wheeled bin label ( www.novatel.com/products/compliance/environmental-compliance for more information. 1.1 SMART2 International Type Approval... -
Page 9: Customer Support
Customer Support NovAtel Knowledge Base If you have a technical issue, visit the NovAtel Support page at www.novatel.com/support. Through the Support page, you can contact Customer Support, find papers and tutorials or down- load current manuals and the latest firmware. - Page 10 If you are having a hardware problem, send a list of the troubleshooting steps taken and the res- ults. Contact Information Log a support request with NovAtel Customer Support using one of the following methods: Log a Case and Search Knowledge: Website: www.novatel.com/support...
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Page 11: Chapter 1 Smart2 Overview
GNSS code and carrier signals on a maximum of 167 channels. SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation Systems) support, which includes WAAS (North America), EGNOS (Europe) and MSAS (Japan) is standard. Refer to NovAtel’s GNSS Book, An Introduction to GNSS for an overview of each of the above signal types. -
Page 12: Smart2 Connector Overview
Chapter 1 SMART2 Overview 1.2 SMART2 Connector Overview All SMART2 models use the same connector for power and communication. Refer to Table 2: SMART2 Connector Pin-out below for pin outs. Figure 1: SMART2 Interface Connector Table 2: SMART2 Connector Pin-out COM1 TxD COM3 TxD COM1 RxD... -
Page 13: Related Documents And Information
Each receiver has a specific set of features, so some commands and logs may not be sup- ported by your model. This manual does not cover receiver service and repair. Contact a local NovAtel dealer for ser- vice or repair inquiries (refer to Customer Support on page 9 for contact details). -
Page 14: Chapter 2 Smart2 Installation
1. Mount the SMART2 receiver. Refer to Mounting and Orientating the SMART2 on the next page for mounting details. 2. Connect the NovAtel interface cable, or custom wiring harness, to the COM and Power port on the back of the SMART2 (J1). Refer to SMART2 Connector Overview on page 12 for details of the connector. -
Page 15: Mounting And Orientating The Smart2
Chapter 2 SMART2 Installation SMART Antennas have an internal power module that: filters and regulates the supply voltage protects against over-voltage, over-current and high-temperature conditions provides automatic reset circuit protection If the voltage supplied is below the minimum specification, the receiver suspends operation. -
Page 16: Connect The Smart2 To Data Communication Equipment
2. Screw the mounting place onto a mount, such as a range pole, tribrach or tripod, with a 1" x 14 thread screw. A 5/8" to 1" bushing adapter is available (NovAtel part number 12023275). 2.3 Connect the SMART2 to Data Communication Equipment The SMART2 can communicate with other devices in the system, such as a computer's serial or Bluetooth port. -
Page 17: Can Bus Port
Chapter 2 SMART2 Installation Table 5: SMART2 Serial Port Protocol Port RS-232 COM1 COM2 COM3 Use the SERIALCONFIG command to configure the receiver’s asynchronous serial port com- munications drivers. Port settings (bit rate and parity, for example) are software configurable. See Communications with the Receiver on page 21 for information about configuring the serial ports. -
Page 18: Connect I/O Signals To A Smart Antenna
Chapter 2 SMART2 Installation 2.4 Connect I/O Signals to a SMART Antenna The SMART Antennas has several outputs, also referred to as strobes, that provide status and synchronization signals. Pulse Per Second (PPS) output (E2 on SMART Antenna Interface cable) Emulated Radar Output (E2 on SMART Antenna Interface cable) Event Mark Input (MKI) (E2 on SMART Antenna Interface cable) To access the I/O signals, connect the interface cable or a custom made cable, to the main 14- Pin interface connector. -
Page 19: Check That The Smart Antenna Is Working
In order for a SMART Antenna to perform optimally, the following additional equipment is required: A computer (user supplied) A cable harness for communicating with and powering the SMART Antenna (NovAtel SMART Antennas Interface Cable (Optional Accessory) on page 73 is available with four DB-9 connectors, six bare cables and a SMART Antenna connector) - Page 20 The Recommended Fuse and Fuse Holders table details the part numbers for recom- mended fuses and fuse holders. These numbers are provided for information only and are not available from NovAtel as separate parts. SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1...
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Page 21: Smart2 Operation
When connected to the receiver, enter commands directly from a terminal or through terminal emulation software on a computer. For example: NovAtel Connect - NovAtel Connect is a software application used to monitor and configure NovAtel receivers. For information about installing and using NovAtel Connect, refer to the help file included with the application. -
Page 22: Can Bus Communications
Use any standard communications software package that emulates a terminal to establish bidirectional communications with the receiver. Examples include NovAtel Connect and PuTTY. All data is sent as raw 8-bit binary or ASCII characters. -
Page 23: Bluetooth® Communications
Agriculture Commands and Logs Reference Manual for header information. If a persistent error occurs, contact your local NovAtel dealer. If the dealer cannot resolve the problem, con- tact NovAtel Customer Support directly using one of the methods listed in Customer Support on page 9. -
Page 24: Glide
RXSTATUSEVENTA log ONNEW on all ports. See RXSTATUSEVENT Log on page 40 for more details. 2. If NovAtel Connect is unable to locate the receiver, use a different COM port to com- municate with the receiver. When communication has been established, issue a FRESET STANDARD command. -
Page 25: Pdp And Glide Configurations
(refer to our web site www.novatel.com/products/gnss-antennas information on NovAtel L-Band-capable antennas). For more information on L-Band positioning, refer to: NovAtel Application Notes: APN-061: NovAtel CORRECT with PPP using TerraStar Corrections available from www.novatel.com/support/search/items/Application%20Note Agriculture Commands and Logs Reference Manual... -
Page 26: Terrastar Subscriptions
TerraStar services, visit www.novatel.com/products/terrastar-gnss-cor- rections. To obtain a subscription, contact your local NovAtel sales representative. The NovAtel product serial number (PSN) is needed to obtain a subscription. To obtain the receiver serial number, enter the following command: log version once <VERSION COM1 0 83.0 FINESTEERING 2061 167959.862 1a04c000 3681 15699... -
Page 27: Terrain Compensation
SMART2 Operation The first field after the log header will be ENABLE to indicate the TerraStar subscription is valid. The second field after the log header will be LOCKED to indicate the decoder is locked to the data format. To monitor the PPP convergence, request the PPPPOS log: log ppppos ontime 1 [COM1]<PPPPOS COM1 0 76.0 FINESTEERING 1886 418465.000 00000020 ec34 13386 SOL_ COMPUTED PPP_CONVERGING 51.11679035745 -114.03886212905 1064.9475 -16.9000... -
Page 28: Configuring Terrain Compensation
SMART2 Operation Figure 7: Terrain Compensation – Pitch If terrain compensation is enabled, the SMART Antenna determines the roll and pitch angles and corrects the position data before it is forwarded to the user equipment. In the example shown in Figure 6: Terrain Compensation – Roll on the previous page, the roll angle is 10 degrees, so the position correction that needs to be applied is 61 cm. - Page 29 SMART2 Operation 1. Mount the SMART Antenna on the vehicle. 2. Measure and set the height of the SMART Antenna from the ground to the bottom of the antenna. 3. Level the tilt sensor. 4. Save the Terrain Compensation configuration data. Mount the SMART Antenna The SMART Antenna must be mounted as close to the center of the vehicle as possible, as illus- trated in Figure 8: SMART Antenna Installation below.
- Page 30 SMART2 Operation The SMART Antenna must be rigidly secured to the vehicle to minimize errors due to vibration and motion. Set the SMART Antenna Height and Enable Terrain Compensation The height measurement should be made while the vehicle has the correct tire pressure and is parked on a hard-packed and level surface.
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Page 31: Configuring Terrain Compensation Using Nmea Command
SMART2 Operation Changes in tire pressure over time can potentially cause errors in Terrain Com- pensation. This is because the height of vehicle can vary with tire pressure. Leveling the Terrain Compensation Sensor The vehicle must be parked on flat ground when the level command is sent to the SMART Antenna. -
Page 32: Smart Antenna Emulated Radar
SMART2 Operation x = the feet portion of the height measurement y = the inches portion of the height measurement hh = NMEA check sum For example, entering the command $PMDT,u,,1,1*78 will set the SMART Antenna height to 1 foot and 1 inch. To set the height in metres, enter the following command: $PMDT,a,,,,x.x*hh Where:... -
Page 33: Logging Using Novatel Connect
NovAtel Connect is a computer program used to configure and monitor NovAtel receivers. The Logging Control Window in NovAtel Connect provides an interface to configure logging and to collect logs from the receiver. The collected logs can be output to one of the receiver com- munication ports or stored on the computer running NovAtel Connect. -
Page 34: Selecting The Logs To Collect
The destination determines where the log is sent. The log can be sent to any communication port on the receiver or a file on the computer running NovAtel Connect. If a communication port is selected, ensure that a device to receive the log is connected to that port. -
Page 35: Change The Log File Settings
1. Click the Stop Recording button. 3.8.5 Change the Log File Settings When logging to a file on the NovAtel Connect computer, the file used is determined by the log file settings. To change the log file settings: 1. Click the button in the Logging Control Window. -
Page 36: Chapter 4 Smart2 Can Bus
Chapter 4 SMART2 CAN Bus The SMART2 supports the transmission of NMEA2000 messages over the CAN bus. By default, CAN is disabled on the SMART2. Critical CAN configuration parameters such as Para- meter Group Numbers (PGNs), addresses and priorities are system-specific and must be expli- citly configured. -
Page 37: Default Configuration
Chapter 4 SMART2 CAN Bus 4.1 Default Configuration After a FRESET, the receiver has the following CAN configuration: The CAN physical port is disabled No J1939 addresses are claimed The CCOM1 port is configured for NMEA2000 messages only Table 8: Default NAME Parameter Value Address... -
Page 38: Example Of Enabling The Can Bus
Chapter 4 SMART2 CAN Bus This is reported as "CLAIMED" status by J1939STATUS log. No messages will be sent or received until the receiver is "online" and an address is claimed. Outgoing messages are not buffered; they are discarded until the receiver is online. 4.2.2 Example of Enabling the CAN Bus 1. -
Page 39: Address Claim Procedure
Chapter 4 SMART2 CAN Bus 4.2.5 Address Claim Procedure To become operational on the CAN bus, a SMART2 must claim a J1939 address. The preferred address and a range of alternative addresses are specified using the J1939CONFIG command. When a configured receiver is placed on bus, it may make multiple attempts to claim an address. -
Page 40: Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests
Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests The Built-In Status Test monitors system performance and status to ensure the receiver is oper- ating within specifications. The test detects an exceptional condition and informs the user through one or more indicators. The receiver status system is used to configure and monitor the indicators: 1. -
Page 41: Error Word
Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests Figure 12: Reading the Bits in the Receiver Status Word If the receiver status word indicates a problem, see Examining the RXSTATUS Log on page 45. 5.2.2 Error Word The error field contains a 32-bit word. Each bit in the word is used to indicate an error condition. Error conditions may result in damage to the hardware or erroneous data, so the receiver is put into an error state. -
Page 42: Receiver Status Code
Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests receiver status word auxiliary 1 status auxiliary 2 status auxiliary 3 status auxiliary 4 status Each status code array consists of four 32-bit words (the status word, a priority mask, a set mask and a clear mask). The status word is similar to the error word, with each of the 32 bits indicating a condition. - Page 43 Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests bit changes from the 0 to 1 state. The clear mask is used to turn logging on temporarily while the bit changes from a 1 to a 0 state. Note the error word does not have any associated mask words.
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Page 44: Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Try to resolve the problem using the troubleshooting guide in Table 9: Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms below, then try our Knowledge Base at www.novatel.com/support/. If you are still not able to resolve the problem, see Customer Support on page 9 for troubleshooting logs and contact information. -
Page 45: Examining The Rxstatus Log
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Symptom Related Section There appears to be a problem with Refer to the NVMRESTORE command the receiver’s memory environmental or memory failure. The receiver Move the receiver to within an acceptable temperature range. See: temperature is High Temperature Environments on page 49 out of SMART2 Environmental and Electrical Specifications on page 70 acceptable... - Page 46 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting receiver error word and status word. Table 10: Resolving a Receiver Error Word below, Table 11: Resolving an Error in the Receiver Status Word on the next page and Table 12: Resolving an Error in the AUX1 Status Word on page 48 have actions to take when your receiver has an error flag in these words.
- Page 47 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Bit Set Action to Resolve You may be exceeding the receiver’s velocity limit. If so, reduce velocity. This error can only be cleared by resetting the receiver. Reload firmware using WinLoad or the SoftLoad commands. 23-30 Reserved Possible hardware failure. Contact Customer Support on page 9. Table 11: Resolving an Error in the Receiver Status Word Bit Set Action to Resolve...
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Page 48: Examining The Aux1 Status Word
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Bit Set Action to Resolve None. This bit only indicates if the clock model is valid. Refer also to the FRESET command. None. This bit indicates if the phase-lock-loop is locked when using an external oscillator. Refer also to the FRESET command. Check the CPU idle time. -
Page 49: High Temperature Environments
22-24 Reduce the amount of logging on the NTRIP ports 25-27 Reduce the amount of logging on the Virtual COM ports AGC error on RF5 (bit 28) or RF6 (bit 29).. Contact NovAtel Customer Support.for 28-29 additional information. 30-31 (Reserved bits) 6.3 High Temperature Environments... -
Page 50: Mitigating High Receiver Temperature
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Log information is lost when the receiver is reset. Therefore, any logs required to identify and troubleshoot the error, such as the RXSTATUS log, should be collected before resetting the receiver. Also, steps should be taken to reduce the cause of the receiver temperature error to prevent the error from occurring again. -
Page 51: Safe Mode
1. Request the SAFEMODESTATUS log and determine the current Safe Mode State of the sys- tem. 2. Reference Table: Safe Mode States and find the suggested actions for the current Safe Mode State. 3. If the suggested actions do not resolve the issue, contact NovAtel Customer Support. SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1... -
Page 52: Chapter 7 Novatel Firmware And Software
7.1.2 Model Upgrades Model upgrades enable purchased receiver features. Contact a local NovAtel dealer to assist in selecting the upgrade options that best suit your GNSS needs at www.novatel.com/where-to-buy. Contact NovAtel Customer Support www.nova- tel.com/support... -
Page 53: Authorization Code
The date is the last day that the auth-code is valid and expires at the end of day, UTC time. Once the trial period has expired, a new auth-code will need to be obtained from NovAtel Cus- tomer Support (support@novatel.com). -
Page 54: Downloading Firmware Files
2XXXX Firmware.zip for firmware to be installed on SMART2 receivers For convenience, unzip the update file to a GNSS sub-directory (for example, C:\GNSS\LOADER). If the firmware update file is password protected, NovAtel Customer Sup- port provides the required password. The zip archive includes the following files: winload.exe... - Page 55 Chapter 7 NovAtel Firmware and Software Figure 16: WinLoad’s Open Window When a file is selected, the filename appears in the main WinLoad display area and in the title bar (Figure 17: Open File in WinLoad below). Figure 17: Open File in WinLoad...
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Page 56: Updating The Firmware Using Novatel Connect
WinLoad under Settings | Options | Optimized Loading. 7.5 Updating the Firmware Using NovAtel Connect To use NovAtel Connect to update the receiver firmware, the receiver must be connected to the computer running NovAtel Connect using a serial (COM) port or Bluetooth port. -
Page 57: Updating Using Softload Commands
The receiver stops tracking GNSS satellites during the SoftLoad process. Do not attempt to SoftLoad when GNSS satellite tracking on the unit is required. If the unit is connected to the NovAtel Connect utility, only the Console and ASCII Message windows may remain open in the Connect Utility. -
Page 58: Working With S-Records
7.6.3 Sending Firmware Data C++ source code is available to provide example code of processing S-Records and converting them to NovAtel format commands, as well as providing help with the SoftLoad process. Contact NovAtel Customer Support and ask about the srec2softload utility. - Page 59 "offset" field remains the address of the first S3 record and the "data" and "data length" are updated to include the new data. The *.shex file data may contain many gaps and jumps. For example, in many NovAtel *.shex files, data for address 0x000_00000 is stored near the very end of the file.
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Page 60: Softload Update Method
Chapter 7 NovAtel Firmware and Software 7.6.4 SoftLoad Update Method This section describes the sequence of commands that are issued to the receiver when updating using a *.shex file. The response for each command must be processed before sending the next command so as to determine if the command was accepted or rejected, and to wait for the receiver to complete the operation. -
Page 61: Softload Errors
Chapter 7 NovAtel Firmware and Software The SoftLoad process can be safely canceled at any time using the SOFTLOADRESET command or by otherwise resetting the receiver. Once the COMPLETE status is reported by SOFTLOADSTATUS, the new firmware image will be run after the receiver is reset. -
Page 62: Upgrading Using An Auth-Code
SoftLoad process to reload the new firmware image and the error will be resolved. 7.7 Upgrading Using an Auth-Code An authorization code (auth-code) enables (unlocks) model features. An auth-code can be entered using NovAtel Connect, NovAtel Web UI or the command line inter- face. 7.7.1 Entering an Auth-Code Using NovAtel Connect 1. - Page 63 When the AUTH command is executed, the SMART2 reboots. Issuing the LOG VERSION com- mand confirms the new upgrade model type and firmware version number. If communicating using NovAtel Connect, the communication path must be closed and reopened using the Device menu.
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Page 64: Appendix A Smart2 Technical Specifications
Size 81 H mm x Ø155 mm Weight SMART2 470 g SMART2 NovAtel Hardware Options SMART2-B SMART2-TB See the following sections for more information about the SMART2: SMART2 Performance Specifications on the next page SMART2 Mechanical Specifications on page 67 SMART2 Environmental and Electrical Specifications on page 70 SMART2 Data Communication Specifications on page 71... -
Page 65: Smart2 Performance Specifications
GPS only. TerraStar subscriptions are available from NovAtel or TerraStar. RMS/95% accuracy under ideal conditions and may vary upon users geographic region, ionosphere activity, scintillation levels or unintentional interference sources. - Page 66 APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications L1, L2 (optional) GLONASS L1, L2 (optional) BeiDou B1I, B1C, B2I, B2a (optional) Signals Tracked Galileo E1 (optional), E5b (optional) (optional) SBAS QZSS L1, L2 Measurements up to 20 Hz Maximum Data Rate Position up to 20 Hz Hot: <35 s typical (Almanac and recent ephemeris saved and approximate position and time entered) Time to First Fix...
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Page 67: Smart2 Mechanical Specifications
APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications A.2 SMART2 Mechanical Specifications Dimensions are in millimeters. Figure 19: SMART2 Dimensions SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1... - Page 68 APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications Figure 20: SMART2 Surface Mounting Plate (01018317) SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1...
- Page 69 APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications Figure 21: SMART2 Pole Mounting Plate (01019142) SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1...
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Page 70: Smart2 Environmental And Electrical Specifications
APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications A.3 SMART2 Environmental and Electrical Specifications These specifications apply to the SMART2, SMART2-B and SMART2-TB. Table 15: SMART2 Environmental Specifications Operating Temperature -40°C to +70°C Storage Temperature -45°C to +75°C Humidity MIL-STD-810G(CH1), Method 507.6 Immersion MIL-STD-810G(CH1), Method 512.6 Ingress Protection Rating IP67 and IP69 per IEC 60529... -
Page 71: Smart2 Data Communication Specifications
Bluetooth Serial Port (SPP), Bluetooth version 4.0 (classic) Security Features Supported Logs, Commands, NovAtel Connect (passive connection only) Data rates higher than 115200 bit/s are not supported by standard PC hardware. Special PC hardware may be required for higher rates, including 230400 bit/s and 460800 bit/s. -
Page 72: Smart Antennas Strobe Specifications
APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications A.5 SMART Antennas Strobe Specifications All of the SMART Antenna strobe signals are available on the 14-Pin Interface connector. Pulse Per Second (PPS) strobes provide synchronization signal. Refer to SMART Antennas Interface Cable (Optional Accessory) on the next page for pin out details. -
Page 73: Smart Antennas Interface Cable (Optional Accessory)
APPENDIX A SMART2 Technical Specifications A.6 SMART Antennas Interface Cable (Optional Accessory) The NovAtel part number for the SMART Antenna interface cable is 01019944. This cable provides access to all of the signals available on the SMART Antenna 14-pin Tyco Ampseal con- nector. The exposed wires (BATT+ and BATT-) can then be connected to a vehicular power cir- cuit (or equivalent) protected by a 5 A slow blow fuse (user supplied). -
Page 74: Smart Antennas Custom Cable Recommendation
To create a custom cable for a SMART Antenna, a specific connector is required on the end of the cable. See the following table for information about this connector. Table 21: I/O Connector Commercial Connector Description Part Number AMP Seal 14-pin Plug 776273-4 14-pin TYCO connector kit NovAtel 01020132 SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1... -
Page 75: Appendix B Smart2 Accessories And Replacement Parts
APPENDIX B SMART2 Accessories and Replacement Parts The following tables list the replacement parts available for your NovAtel SMART2 receiver. For assistance or to order additional components, contact your local NovAtel dealer or NovAtel Cus- tomer Support. Table 22: SMART2 Hardware Options... - Page 76 SMART2 Installation and Operation Manual 1...