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Module Quick Start Guide This manual introduces the user to the methods used to implement the GPS-721-MRTU module into their applications in a quick and easy way, and will only provide basic instructions. For more detailed information, please refer to the GPS-721-MRTU user manual located on the ICP DAS CD-ROM, or download it from the ICP DAS web site: https://www.icpdas-usa.com/gps_721_mrtu.html...
The number of signals received from GPS satellites is less than 8 The PPS signal is active 1 PPS The PPS signal is inactive GPS-721-MRTU GPS Receiver - QuickStart (Jan/2019) ICP DAS USA, Inc. | www.icpdas-usa.com | 1-310-517-9888 | 24309 Narbonne Ave. Suite 200. Lomita, CA 90717...
2.1 for details. Normal In Normal mode, the module will operate based on the user’s settings. GPS-721-MRTU GPS Receiver - QuickStart (Jan/2019) ICP DAS USA, Inc. | www.icpdas-usa.com | 1-310-517-9888 | 24309 Narbonne Ave. Suite 200. Lomita, CA 90717...
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Wiring Digital Output Wiring PPS Wiring GPS-721-MRTU GPS Receiver - QuickStart (Jan/2019) ICP DAS USA, Inc. | www.icpdas-usa.com | 1-310-517-9888 | 24309 Narbonne Ave. Suite 200. Lomita, CA 90717...
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Mounting The GPS-721-MRTU can be mounted on either a DIN-Rail or a wall, or it can be piggybacked to other modules using the bottom of the chassis. DIN-Rail Mounting The GPS-721-MRTU includes simple rail clips that allow for for reliable mounting on a standard 35 mm DIN rail.
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Piggyback Mounting The GPS-721-MRTU has two holes on either side of the module to enable piggyback mounting. Refer to the figure below for an illustration of how to piggyback the modules. GPS-721-MRTU GPS Receiver - QuickStart (Jan/2019) ICP DAS USA, Inc. | www.icpdas-usa.com...
Using the Module This section describes the installation of the GPS-721-MRTU, and provides details of how to begin using the module. 1. Refer to Section 1 for details of the pin assignments. 2. Connect the module to the RS-485 network using the DATA+ and DATA- pins.
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GPS-721-MRTU. The graphic settings of the GPS-721-MRTU are not supported by the DCON Utility. Note 2: If GPS-721-MRTU is unable to receive a GPS signal, check the position of the antenna and if the problem persists, try relocating the GPS antenna outside.