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Odetics Telecom GPStarplus 365 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Artisan Technology Group is your source for quality new and certified-used/pre-owned equipment SERVICE CENTER REPAIRS WE BUY USED EQUIPMENT • FAST SHIPPING AND DELIVERY Experienced engineers and technicians on staff Sell your excess, underutilized, and idle used equipment at our full-service, in-house repair center We also offer credit for buy-backs and trade-ins •...
  • Page 2 Document 365-8006 Revised July 29, 1999 ALL SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE Odetics Telecom 1585 S. Manchester Avenue, Anaheim CA 92802-2907 USA Phone: (714) 758-0400 (800) 374-4783 Fax: (714) 780-7696 365-8006 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
  • Page 3 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 DISCLAIMER This document reflects the specifications and features of the equipment that were current at the time of release of this manual. Odetics disclaims responsibility for any errors contained herein, and reserves the right to make changes to this manual and related equipment without notice or obligation.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Table of Contents Section 1 General Information 1.1 INTRODUCTION.....................1-1 1.2 DESCRIPTION....................1-1 Section 2 Specifications 2.1 GENERAL .......................2-1 2.2 OPERATING DETAILS ...................2-1 2.2.1 Operating Mode Definition ..............2-1 Warm Up ....................2-1 Cold Start....................2-1 Warm Start ....................2-1 Time Locked ....................2-2 Coasting ....................2-2 Recovering ....................2-3 Disciplining Period..................2-3...
  • Page 5 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7 ELECTRICAL SIGNALS..................2-7 2.7.1 Reference Frequency Output ...............2-7 General Characteristics ................2-7 Oscillator Option -1 Characteristics (Standard Quartz) ......2-8 Oscillator Option -2 Characteristics (High Performance Quartz)....2-8 Oscillator Option -3 Characteristics (Rubidium) ........2-9 2.7.2 1 PPS Output ..................2-11 2.7.3 Pulse Rate Output ................2-12 General Characteristics ................2-12 Pre-Programmed Output Characteristics..........2-13...
  • Page 6 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Section 3 Installation 3.1 INTRODUCTION.....................3-1 3.2 INITIAL INSPECTION ..................3-1 3.3 INSTALLATION OVERVIEW ................3-1 3.4 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES..............3-2 3.4.1 Antenna Installation................3-2 Antenna Cable ...................3-3 In-Line Amplifier..................3-4 Lighting Protection..................3-4 Weather Proofing ..................3-4 Antenna Assembly ..................3-5 3.4.2 Chassis Installation ................3-6 3.4.3 Connecting a Computer or Modem ............3-6 Section 4 Getting Started...
  • Page 7 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Section 5 Display Menus and Controls 5.1 INTRODUCTION.....................5-1 5.2 FRONT PANEL GENERAL DESCRIPTION............5-1 5.2.1 LCD Screen..................5-1 5.2.2 Display Cursor..................5-1 5.2.3 Display Contrast Adjustment ..............5-1 5.2.4 Keyboard ....................5-2 5.3 MENU/DISPLAY OVERVIEW .................5-2 5.4 DETAILED SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS ............5-9 5.4.1 MENU 1 - TIME ..................5-9 Synchronization Mode Selection ...............5-9 Time Reference Selection ...............5-11...
  • Page 8 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.5 MENU 8 - OPTION MENU DESCRIPTIONS..........5-28 High Frequency Direct Digital Synthesizer (Other Option -1)....5-28 Low Frequency Direct Digital Synthesizer (Other Option -2)....5-29 ECL Direct Digital Synthesizer (Other Option -3) ........5-31 365-8006 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
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  • Page 10 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 The configuration of the unit is as marked on the following GPStarplus Configuration sheet. In this document, the option numbers on the configuration sheet are referenced in Section Two, Specifications. The complete Model Number of the unit is: 365 - The unit is configured as follows: GPStarplus CONFIGURATION...
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  • Page 12 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Odetics Menu TELECOM Edit CONTRAST Enter GPStar PLUS TIME AND FREQUENCY SYSTEM CODE OUT 1PPS EVTRG 5/10 MHz 95 - 260 VAC GPStar plus Front and Rear Views (Typical unit configuration, shown without mounting ears) 365-8006 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
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  • Page 14: General Information

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Section 1 General Information INTRODUCTION The GPStarplus is a precision source for time and frequency that can be used as a secondary reference to meet manufacturing, development, and calibration needs. The standard instrument configuration consists of: •...

  • Page 15: Description

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 DESCRIPTION The instrument's internal GPS receiver uses the Coarse Acquisition (C/A) code transmitted by the NAVSTAR GPS satellites as timing reference. The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a constellation of satellites that transmits time and navigation information.

  • Page 16: Specifications

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Section 2 Specifications GENERAL The unit is designed for reliable and maintenance free operation. All connectors are located on the rear panel of the unit for ease of accessibility. The unit consists of a chassis that can be mounted in a 19-inch equipment cabinet with the supplied removable mounting handles.

  • Page 17: Time Locked

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.2.1.4 Time Locked In the Time Locked mode the unit's major and minor time is synchronized to UTC. The 1 PPS output from the unit's internal GPS receiver is used to discipline the internal oscillator and the phase of the 1 PPS output reference pulse. The effects of Selective Availability are averaged out to minimize errors otherwise caused by Selective Availability.

  • Page 18: Recovering

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.2.1.6 Recovering In the Recovering mode the unit adjusts the internal timing and/or the frequency of the internal oscillator until the Time Locked mode criteria is met. Expect an eventual transition to the Time Locked mode (unless changing conditions prevent this; for instance: loss of tracked satellites, or change of internal offset selection).

  • Page 19: Mechanical

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 MECHANICAL Height ..............1.75" (44.5 mm) maximum Chassis Width............16.75" (425 mm) maximum Panel Width (without handles)......16.75" (425 mm) maximum Panel Width (with handles)........19.00" (483 mm) maximum Depth (excluding protrusions)........12" (305 mm) nominal Weight ..............5-LB (2.3-kg) nominal Panel Color ..........

  • Page 20: Power Requirements

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 POWER REQUIREMENTS 2.5.1 Power Supply Option -1 (Standard AC Input) Voltage................... 85 to 264 Vac (universal input) Isolation ..............1.5k Vac, input to output Frequency................47 to 440 Hz Power................50 Watts (nominal) 2.5.2 Power Supply Option -2 (Low DC Voltage) Note: this configuration is not available for units equipped with a Rubidium oscillator.

  • Page 21: Antenna Interface

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 ANTENNA INTERFACE The GPStarplus is intended to operate from low level RF signals that are normally supplied by a specially designed antenna that includes a low noise amplifier (LNA). The rear panel TNC-type (female) connector, identified as ANTENNA, allows connection of the unit to an external antenna.

  • Page 22: Electrical Signals

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 ELECTRICAL SIGNALS 2.7.1 Reference Frequency Output Three (3) separate user selected frequency sources are provided. Unless otherwise stated, the specifications apply when the unit is operating in the Known position mode, the antenna's geodetic position is known within 25 meters, and the internal oscillator has been disciplined.

  • Page 23: Oscillator Option -1 Characteristics (Standard Quartz)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.1.2 Oscillator Option -1 Characteristics (Standard Quartz) The following additional Reference Frequency Output specification/characteristics pertain to units configured with Oscillator Option -1. Accuracy Error Time Locked ..........< 5 X 10 (1 day average) Aging During Coasting ............ < 3 X 10 /day Short Term Stability (Time Locked or Coasting) tau = >...

  • Page 24: Oscillator Option -3 Characteristics (Rubidium)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.1.4 Oscillator Option -3 Characteristics (Rubidium) The following additional Reference Frequency Output specification/characteristics pertain to units configured with Oscillator Option -3. Accuracy Error Time Locked ..........< 5 X 10 (1 day average) Aging During Coasting ...........< 2 X 10 /day Short Term Stability (Time Locked or Coasting) tau = >...
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  • Page 26: Pps Output

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.2 1 PPS Output This signal is a highly accurate 1 PPS time standard output for user-specific synchronization applications. In the Time Locked mode, the signal is derived from the unit's internal oscillator, which is locked to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) through GPS.

  • Page 27: Pulse Rate Output

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.3 Pulse Rate Output Two pulse rate output ports are provided. The rate, duty cycle, and polarity of each output can be independently selected by means of the unit's front panel keypad as well as commands through the RS-232 control interface port. Twelve (12) fixed (pre-programmed) pulse rates are available for selection.

  • Page 28: Pre-Programmed Output Characteristics

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.3.2 Pre-Programmed Output Characteristics Repetition Rate ......1 PPM*, 1 PPS*, 10 PPS, 20 PPS, 50 PPS, 100 PPS, 1k PPS, 10k PPS, 100k PPS, 1 M PPS*, 5M PPS, 10M PPS Output Format........Pulse or 50% duty cycle square wave, user selected Pulse Mode Rate Selection and Pulse Width...

  • Page 29: Event Trigger Output

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.4 Event Trigger Output This output provides a single pulse at a programmed time, or a repetitive output pulse with a programmable repetition period. The start of the pulse is synchronized to the unit's selected time reference, UTC or GPS. Connector Identification..............

  • Page 30: Time Tag Input

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.5 Time Tag Input This input provides the capability to time tag an event input signal generated by equipment such as: Sequence of Events Recorders, Fault Analyzers, and Phasor Measurement Units (PMU's). The outputs of these devices are typically TTL pulses. An event is time tagged at the time the rising edge of the input pulse exceeds the threshold level.

  • Page 31: Time Code Output

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.6 Time Code Output The time code output signals may be use for general-purpose time distribution, display, and recording tape annotation applications requiring time of year. Two time code output ports are provided. One port provides a modulated carrier time code output signal, and the second port provides the time code as a dc-shift signal.

  • Page 32: Control/Monitor And Tod Port

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.7 Control/Monitor and TOD Port A bi-directional full duplex RS-232 interface control port to remotely control and monitor the unit, a Time-Of-Day (TOD) message output-only port, and a Status output is provided. Each port is designed to communicate with serial asynchronous data communication equipment.

  • Page 33: Control/Monitor Port Details

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.7.2 Control/Monitor Port Details Document 365-8005, entitled RS-232 Communication Protocol, contains the detailed description of commands applicable to the unit. A copy of this document is included with each unit at time of shipment. The baud rate can only be selected by means of the unit's front panel keypad, not by commands through the RS-232 control interface port.

  • Page 34: Time Locked (Tfom 4)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 The structure of the Time Of Day output message is as follows: !TIME,YYYY,DDD,HH,MM,SS,M,T,O Where: ! "On-Time" character YYYY Year 001 - 366 Day into the year 00 - 23 Hours into the day 00 - 59 Minutes into the hour 00 - 59 Seconds into the minute...

  • Page 35: Status Output Details

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.7.4 Status Output Details Two "open-drain" hardware output signals are available on the I/0 connector. The signal on connector contact 9 is reserved for future use, and must be left open to prevent accidental damage to the internal driver circuit. The signal on connector pin 11 is active, and can be used by external equipment to indicate the Time Lock status of the unit.

  • Page 36: Other Options

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8 Other Options The instrument can be configured with optional functions and output signals. Available options include a Direct Digital Synthesizer providing user programmable output signals, and a precision 13 MHz output. The following paragraphs contain the specifications for these options.

  • Page 37: Connector Identification

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.1.2 Differential Output Connector Identification..........DIFFERENTIAL OUT Number of Outputs................4 Pairs Connector Type and Pin Designation ..... D-Subminiature (male) Pin 1....OUT1+ Pin 2....OUT2+ Pin 3... Ground Pin 4....OUT3+ Pin 5....OUT4+ Pin 6.... OUT1- Pin 7.... OUT2- Pin 8....

  • Page 38: Number Of Outputs

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.1.3 Sine Wave Output Connector Identification.............. SINE OUT Number of Outputs..................1 Connector Type ................ BNC female Wave Shape .................. Sinusoid Frequency............100 kHz to 15 MHz, or Off user selected in 5 Hz steps Amplitude into a 50 Ω load ........Frequency dependent 100 kHz to 9 MHz: + 13, +/- 0.5 dBm 9 MHz to 15 MHz: >...

  • Page 39: Low Frequency Synthesizer Output (Other Option -2)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.2 Low Frequency Synthesizer Output (Other Option -2) This option provides a reference frequency output that is slaved to the internal disciplined oscillator. The output frequency can be selected in range of 1 kHz to 150 kHz by means of the instrument's front panel keypad as well as commands through the RS-232 control interface port.
  • Page 40 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.2.2 Differential Output Connector Identification..........DIFFERENTIAL OUT Number of Outputs................4 Pairs Connector Type and Pin Designation ..... D-Subminiature (male) Pin 1....OUT1+ Pin 2....OUT2+ Pin 3... Ground Pin 4....OUT3+ Pin 5....OUT4+ Pin 6.... OUT1- Pin 7.... OUT2- Pin 8....

  • Page 41: Ecl Frequency Synthesizer Output (Other Option -3)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.3 ECL Synthesizer Output (Other Option -3) This option provides a reference frequency output that is slaved to the internal disciplined oscillator. The output frequency can be selected in range of 100 kHz to 15 MHz by means of the instrument's front panel keypad as well as commands through the RS-232 control interface port.
  • Page 42 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.3.2 ECL Output Connector Identification..........DIFFERENTIAL OUT Number of Outputs................1 Pair Connector Type and Pin Designation ..... D-Subminiature (male) Pin 1....... ECL Output True Pin 2..........N/C Pin 3........Ground Pin 4..........N/C Pin 5..........N/C Pin 6..
  • Page 43 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.3.3 Sine Wave Output Connector Identification.............. SINE OUT Number of Outputs..................1 Connector Type ................ BNC female Wave Shape .................. Sinusoid Frequency............100 kHz to 15 MHz, or Off user selected in 5 Hz steps Amplitude into a 50 Ω load ........Frequency dependent 100 kHz to 9 MHz: +13, +/- 0.5 dBm 9 MHz to 15 MHz: >...

  • Page 44: 13 Mhz Sinusoid Output (Other Option -4)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 2.7.8.4 13 MHz Sinusoid Output (Other Option -4) Other Option -4 provides a 13 MHz sinusoid output. This output is phase-locked to the unit's internal precision 10 MHz disciplined oscillator. The output is present in all modes of operation.
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  • Page 46: Introduction

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Section 3 Installation INTRODUCTION This section contains the GPStarplus installation instructions. INITIAL INSPECTION Inspect the shipping container for damage. Remove the unit from its shipping carton. Carefully inspect the unit and its accessories for shipping damage. Any damage must be reported immediately to the carrier.

  • Page 47: Installation Procedures

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES WARNING: When installing a unit configured to be powered from a 20 to 60 VDC source, it is important not to exceed these limits. The polarity must be observed for proper operation; however, no damage results when the polarity of the input is inadvertently reversed.

  • Page 48: Antenna Cable

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 3.4.1.1 Antenna Cable The (optional) antenna kit is supplied with 50 ft. (15 m) of RG-58 or RG-59 cable, terminated with a TNC male connector at each end. In some applications a longer length of cable may be required. Other lengths and types of cable can be used as long as the signal loss at 1575 MHz does not exceed 30 dB.

  • Page 49: In-Line Amplifier

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 3.4.1.2 In-Line Amplifier In some cases it may be more cost effective to place an amplifier in the antenna cable system to make up for the signal attenuation caused by long cable runs. It is recommended to install the amplifier near the center of the cable run length.

  • Page 50: Antenna Assembly

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 3.4.1.5 Antenna Assembly The optional antenna is supplied with hardware required for pole and flat surface mounting. Figure 3-1 shows the antenna configured for mounting on a pole. 3.6" (91 mm) 5.9" (159 mm) Diameter TNC Antenna Connector Internal Thread 1"/14 Figure 3.1 Standard Antenna Shown with Pole Mount Adapter Attached...

  • Page 51: Chassis Installation

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 3.4.2 Chassis Installation To install the chassis perform the following steps: • Set the rear panel mounted power switch to the OFF position (downward). • Mount the unit onto a surface that is stable and relative free from vibration. •...

  • Page 52: Getting Started

    This section contains the step-by-step procedures to place the GPStarplus in operation. ASSISTANCE If you need assistance or have any questions, please do not hesitate to call: Odetics Telecom 714-758-0400 or 800-374-7483 (8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. Pacific Time) INITIALIZATION The physical installation must be completed as described in Section 3 before you attempt to operate the unit.
  • Page 53 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 When power is applied, the front panel display backlight illuminates, followed shortly thereafter with the Time and Satellite screen. TFOM:9 Jan 06,1980 / 006:00:01:53 ≡ Warm-Up Sats:01s 02s 17s 24s 29s The above screen indicates the unit's internal GPS receiver is operating in the Cold Start mode (as indicated by the start date of GPS time: Jan 06, 1980), the number of the satellite(s) being searched, the selected Time Reference is GPS, and the Time Figure Of Merit (TFOM) of the unit's time.

  • Page 54: Antenna Position/Mode Selection

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 TFOM 4 May 25,1999 / 145:21:54:28 ≡ Time Locked Sats:26a 12 15a 28 ≡ ≡ This screen indicates the unit's internal GPS receiver is operating in the Warm Start mode (as indicated by the correct date and approximate time), the number of the satellite(s) being searched, and the Time Figure Of Merit (TFOM) of the unit's timing output.
  • Page 55 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Mode:Pos Averaging Elev:+00000.00 m ≡ Lat: N 33 48.6127 Lon: W 117 54.6167 • Press the Enter key to accept the selected mode. If the Pos Averaging mode is selected, the unit will automatically determine the antenna position.
  • Page 56 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 To alter the amount of cable delay compensation or offset: • Press the Edit key until Internal Offset + is flashing. • Use the arrow keys to select a positive (+) or negative (-) offset. •...
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  • Page 58: Display Menus And Controls

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Section 5 Display Menus and Controls INTRODUCTION This section provides a description of the GPStarplus front panel LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) menu screens, including detailed operation. FRONT PANEL GENERAL DESCRIPTION The front panel contains the LCD, keyboard, and display contrast adjustment control. 5.2.1 LCD Screen The LCD screen provides information to the user with 2 lines of 40 characters.

  • Page 59: Keyboard

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.2.4 Keyboard The keyboard has 15 momentary action keys, consisting of ten numeric keys and four control keys (MENU, EDIT, ENTER, Left and Right arrow). The keys are located on the right side of the LCD. •...
  • Page 60 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Freq Error, Audio Time, Date, Frequency Position Mode Event Trigger Status, Output Samples, Annunciator, and Location Setup Satellites Setup DAC Setting Temperature Time Mode,Local Position Average Pulse Rate GPS Receiver Offset, Internal Time Tag Setup and GDOP Output Setup Status...
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  • Page 62: Menu 1 - Time

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.3.1 MENU 1 - TIME Reference I/O commands: ANTD, AZEL, SIGQ, SSLT, TIME, TIMM • Screen 1 - Time, Date, Status, Satellites - Displays the time reference (UTC, Local UTC, GPS, Local GPS, or Manual), the current time and date, the operating status (Warm-Up, Time Locked, Coasting, Recovering, or Manual), which satellites are being tracked, and the Time Figure of Merit (TFOM) of the output timing signals.

  • Page 63: Leap Second Status

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 • Screen 5 - Leap Second Status - Displays whether the Automatic Leap Second function has been armed or not (through data from the satellites). When armed, a second will be added or subtracted (as transmitted in the GPS data message) at 23:59:59 hours UTC of the current month's last day.

  • Page 64: Menu 5 - Frequency And Pulse Rate Output

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.3.5 MENU 5 - FREQUENCY AND PULSE RATE OUTPUT Reference I/O commands: SETF, ROUT • Screen 1 - Frequency Output Ports - Displays the selected frequency present at each of the output ports. Through this screen the user can: •...
  • Page 65 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.3.9 MENU 9 - MAINTENANCE Reference I/O commands: BEEP, DACV, RSTG, VER • Screen 1 - Audio Annunciator, Temperature - Displays the status of the once per second audible tone synchronized to the unit's 1 PPS timing pulse output, and the internal temperature of the unit.
  • Page 66 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 DETAILED SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS The remainder of this section describes in detail the information displayed on each of the operating screens and how the user can change operating parameters. 5.4.1 MENU 1 - TIME There are five main screens associated with Menu 1. Several screens are editable. •...
  • Page 67 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Change the Synchronization mode from normal to Manual Time Mode as follows: • Press key 1 until Time Menu 1 of 5 is selected (Time, Date, Status, Satellites). • While viewing the Time Menu 1 of 5 display screen, press the Edit key. Manual Time Mode Disabled ≡...
  • Page 68 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Change the Synchronization mode from Manual Time to normal as follows: • Press key 1 until Time Menu 1 of 5 is selected (Time, Date, Status, Satellites). • While viewing the Time Menu 1 of 5 display screen, press the Edit key. Manual Time Mode Enabled ≡...
  • Page 69 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.1.3 Local Offset Selection Local Offset can only be selected if LUTC or LGPS has been selected as Time Reference. The local offset can be set with a resolution of 1 hour from -12 hours to + 12 hours.
  • Page 70 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Time Mode:LUTC Local Offset:-08 ≡ Internal Offset:+00000 ns • Use the arrow keys to select positive (+) or negative (-) Internal Offset. • Press the Enter key to accept the selected Internal Offset polarity. • Use the arrow and numeric keys to select the nanoseconds of Internal Offset.
  • Page 71 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 To view the Daylight Saving Time Status: • Press key 1 until Time Menu 4 of 5 is selected (Daylight Saving Time Status) Daylight Saving:Disabled ≡ The unit only adds or subtracts one hour if the manual Daylight Saving Time mode is enabled.
  • Page 72 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 Daylight Saving:Enabled [+] 1 hour ≡ At 2:00am on the [31] day of this month When configured to subtract an hour, the unit's time will count as follows on the selected day of the (current) month: 296:01:59:58, 296:01:59:59, 296:01:00:00, 296:01:00:01.
  • Page 73 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.2 MENU 2 - POSITION The unit must know the antenna's position (longitude, latitude, and elevation) before it can obtain accurate time. The unit is capable of automatically determining the antenna's position; however, to speed up the synchronization process while operating in a stationary location, the user can select the Known position solution mode and input the exact position of the antenna (latitude, longitude, and elevation).

  • Page 74: Antenna Position/Mode Selection

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.2.1 Antenna Position/Mode Selection At initial application of power, the unit normally defaults to Cold Start and Position Averaging position mode. At subsequent application of power, the unit defaults to Warm Start and the position mode selected during the prior operation. To view the active position solution mode: •...

  • Page 75: Position Average And Gdop Status

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.2.2 Position Average and GDOP Status The status of the averaged position and the Geometric Dilution Of Precision (GDOP) can be viewed as follows: • Press key 2 until Position Menu 2 of 2 is selected (Position Average and GDOP).
  • Page 76 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.3 MENU 3 - EVENT TRIGGER/TIME TAG There are two screens associated with Menu 3. One is used to setup the Event Trigger output pulse, and the other is used to configure the Time Tag input port and display the time tag input data.
  • Page 77 Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.3.2 Time Tag Input Configuration • Press key 3 until Event Trigger/Time Tag Menu 2 of 2 is selected (Time Tag Setup). Time Tag:[056] 077:21:54:28.0155148 ≡ Time Tag Mode:Wrap Clear Buffer:No This screen displays the most recent time tag data, the setup of the Time Tag mode, and the status of the buffer.

  • Page 78: Frequency Output Port Configuration

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.4 MENU 5 - FREQUENCY AND PULSE RATE OUTPUT There are two screens associated with Menu 5. One is used to configure the Frequency Output ports, and the other is used to configure the Pulse Rate output ports. 5.4.4.1 Frequency Output Port Configuration •...

  • Page 79: Pulse Rate Output Port Configuration

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.4.2 Pulse Rate Output Port Configuration • Press key 5 until Frequency and Pulse Rate Menu 2 of 2 is selected (Pulse Rate Output Ports). RateA User:0000000us Pulse Normal ≡ RateB User:0000000us Pulse Normal This screen displays the current configuration of the two Pulse Rate Output ports. To change the configuration of the pulse rate output ports: •...

  • Page 80: Menu 7 - Frequency Status

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.5 MENU 7 - FREQUENCY STATUS This menu includes a display screen that indicates the frequency disciplining status of the internal oscillator. Through the screen the unit's timing can be re-synchronized and the disciplining can be restarted. •...

  • Page 81: Menu 9 - Maintenance

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.6 MENU 9 - MAINTENANCE There are five screens associated with Menu 9. Most screens are editable. 5.4.6.1 Audio Annunciator Status and Internal Temperature • Press key 9 until Maintenance Menu 1 of 5 is selected (Audio Annunciator, Temperature).

  • Page 82: Dac Status And Control

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 When the Warm Start operating mode is selected, the receiver stops tracking satellites, and then restarts searching for satellites using its current almanac. After acquiring one or more satellites, the process continues until on or more satellite is tracked. Position information does not need to be re-entered or determined after performing a Warm Start.

  • Page 83: Rs-232 I/O Port Setup

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 This screen displays the present setting of the DAC and the status of the master reset. The DAC value is the control number sent to the digital to analog converter that controls the internal oscillator. The number ranges from 0 to 65535. Also displayed is the oscillator type that is installed in the unit: OCXO (Osc Option -2), or Rubidium (Osc Option -3).

  • Page 84: Setup Menu Title Mode

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.4.6.5 Setup Menu Title Mode • Press key 9 until Maintenance Menu 5 of 6 is selected (Setup Menu Title Mode). Menu Title:Off ≡ Menu Title Display Duration:2 Seconds This screen indicates the status of the automatic Menu Title feature. This feature allows the title of the selected menu to momentarily appear on the screen.

  • Page 85: Menu 8 - Option Menu Descriptions

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 MENU 8 - OPTION MENU DESCRIPTIONS The following paragraphs describe in detail the information displayed on each of the operating screens, and how the user can change operating parameters associated with any options installed in the unit. The Option screens are accessed in Menu 8. The screens can only be selected if an option is installed in the unit.

  • Page 86: Low Frequency Direct Digital Synthesizer (Other Option -2)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 • Press the Enter key to accept the selection, or press the Menu key to exit the edit mode without making any selection change, or: • Press the arrow keys to enable (On) or disable (Off) the Differential output port. •...

  • Page 87: Ecl Direct Digital Synthesizer (Other Option -3)

    Odetics Telecom GPStarplus Model 365 5.5.3 ECL Direct Digital Synthesizer (Other Option -3) If the ECL version of the Direct Digital Synthesizer is installed, the HF Synthesizer option is momentarily displayed after the menu is accessed. • Press key 8 to view the type of option installed in the unit. Option Slot Menu ≡...
  • Page 88 Anaheim, CA 92802-2907 USA (714) 758-0400 Odetics Telecom's standard warranty is one year unless otherwise agreed upon by contract or purchase order. Warranty terms and conditions are explained in the Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale provided with the quotation.
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