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LabSat 3 Wideband User Manual
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01 - LabSat3W Introduction
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02 - LabSat3W Components
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03 - LabSat3W Media
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04 - LabSat3W Menu layout
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05 - LabSat3W Record and Replay operations in detail
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06 - LabSat3W SSD File Layout
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07 - LabSat3W Battery
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08 - LabSat3W External reference clock input
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09 - LabSat3W Digital Channels
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10 - LabSat3W CAN Bus
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11 - LabSat3W RS232
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12 - LabSat3W Digital In/Out
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13 - LabSat3W External Synchronisation
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14 - LabSat3W WiFi Dongle
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15 - LabSat3W Remote control
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16 - LabSat3W Converting LabSat scenarios
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17 - LabSat3W SatGen Software
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18 - LabSat3W Troubleshooting
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19 - LabSat3W Technical Properties
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LabSat3W CE Declaration of Conformity
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LabSat3W PIN OUTS
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LabSat3W Replacement parts and optional accessories
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LabSat3W RoHS Declaration
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LabSat3W Technical Specificiation
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LabSat3W Upgrading Firmware
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  • Page 1 LabSat 3 Wideband User Manual • 01 - LabSat3W Introduction • 02 - LabSat3W Components • 03 - LabSat3W Media • 04 - LabSat3W Menu layout • 05 - LabSat3W Record and Replay operations in detail • 06 - LabSat3W SSD File Layout •...
  • Page 2 Quantisation of I and Q signals is selectable from 1, 2 or 3 bits per signal. Depending on the combination of channel bandwidth and quantisation, LabSat 3 Wideband will adjust the number of available RF channels to keep the record data bandwidth within a rate that ensures continuous file transfer.

  • Page 3: How Does It Work

    LabSat 3 Wideband samples and stores the antenna signal at very high speed. When recorded RF signal is replayed by LabSat 3 Wideband into a standard GNSS receiver, such as a portable navigation system, the receiver will accept the signal as live, including all the velocity, delays and multipath effects.
  • Page 4 Example of Replay using the internal SSD with preloaded scenario. Briefly press the power button to power up LabSat 3 Wideband. Connect from the RF output on the rear of LabSat 3 Wideband to your GPS system antenna input. Use the 'UP/DOWN' arrows to select a file. Press the 'PLAY' button to start replay.

  • Page 5: Record Example

    SSD card. To record a new file, connect the LabSat 3 Wideband antenna to the RF input on the rear of the LabSat. Ensure that the antenna has a clear view of the sky, press the 'REC' button to start recording. Press the 'REC' button again to stop recording.
  • Page 6 During recording, while using battery power, the GNSS monitor display will automatically revert to the record display after a short period to conserve battery power. This power save feature can be switched off but it is recommended to be left active for maximum battery life. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/...
  • Page 7 02 - LabSat3W Components LabSat 3 Wideband has been designed to be portable and simple to use allowing virtually anyone to gather field test signals without in depth training. Recording GNSS signals is as simple as positioning the antenna and pressing one button.
  • Page 8 LabSat 3 Wideband Rear https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 9 NMEA data output ETHERNET RJ45 Remote access and control EXPANSION 36 Way MDR 1PPS, Digital I/O, CAN, RS232 10 MHz Reference Clock Input/Output RF OUT Output RF signal RF IN Input RF signal (RP variants only) https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 10 LabSat 3 Wideband SSD Access The 1 TB Solid State Drive is removable. To gain access to the LabSat 3 Wideband internal SSD the systems lid must be removed. To remove the systems lid, the locking pin at the rear must be depressed while the lid is push back towards the catch.
  • Page 11 LabSat 3 Wideband. Only drives supplied by Racelogic are supported. LabSat 3 Wideband SSD Format To format an SSD with LabSat 3 Wideband, the user should select the following options: MENU > File > Format SDD > Yes, as shown below.
  • Page 12 PC and enter \\ followed by the IP address. See example below. Files can also be copied from the LabSat 3 Wideband internal SSD via SD or USB media. The user can do this by following the steps below.
  • Page 13 RF signal during recording or the outgoing RF signal during replay. The USB device connector on the rear of LabSat 3 Wideband functions as a virtual serial connection and will output NMEA data from the GNSS monitor at 115,200 baud when record or replay is active.
  • Page 14 Begin replay of the currently highlighted file. Start recording to a new file using the current settings. File number will be incremented. Press OK to select option. Press for 3 seconds to power down LabSat. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 15 • From – Specify a time in the scenario to replay from. • For – Specify how long the scenario will replay for. Record Options Allows control over how LabSat will record a file. • For – Specify how long the LabSat will record for. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 16 ◦ Static IP – Enable/Disable Static IP. ◦ IP – Set the IP address assigned to LabSat 3 Wideband (available when Static IP is selected). ◦ Mask – Set the Subnet mask assigned to LabSat 3 (available when Static IP is selected).
  • Page 17 • Export Config – A settings.txt file containing the LabSat's current settings will be placed in the root of the SSD. About – Contains information specific to the LabSat, e.g. serial number and firmware version. Exit – Return to file list. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/...
  • Page 18 LabSat 3 Wideband features 90 dB of attenuation control over the nominal signal output. This is adjustable in 1 dB steps. During replay, Pressing the 'DOWN' arrow will increase attenuation resulting in a lowering of the RF power output.

  • Page 19: Record Operation

    Record operation LabSat 3 Wideband uses an internal SSD (Solid State Drive) memory for storage and playback of GNSS data. This is formatted in an EXT4 linux format. LabSat 3 Wideband is supplied with a magnetic mounting GNSS antenna. The antenna is an active device with approximately 28 dB of gain.
  • Page 20 There are a number of GNSS systems currently in operation or in a test phase. LabSat 3 Wideband provides preselected frequencies to cover various GNSS signal recording requirements. The frequencies listed and the number of available channels depend on the required signal resolution and bandwidth. For example, it is possible to record 3 separate RF channels of 56 MHz each using 1 bit quantisation but if 3 bit quantisation is required at 56 MHz bandwidth, only one RF channel will be available.
  • Page 21 Beidou B1 1567.236 QZSS L1 CA, L1c BOC(1,1) WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN,SAIF 1561.098 Beidou B1 Beidou B1 OmniSTAR, OmniSTAR, 1542 TerraStar,StarFire TerraStar,StarFire Galileo E6 A,B 1278.75 Beidou B3 1268.52 Beidou B3 GLONASS L2 CA, 1246 https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 22 1227.6 GPS L2 L2c QZSS L2c QZSS L2c Beidou B2 1207.14 Galileo E5b GLONASS L3 GPS L5 Galileo E5a 1176.45 QZSS L5 IRNSS L5 SBAS L5 Galileo E5A/B GPS L5 1191.795 Beidou B2 IRNSS https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 23 To maximise battery life during recording, LabSat 3 Wideband has a power save mode which is enabled by default in the setup menu. Power save mode recognizes when running from battery power and will dim the display backlight and power-down the internal monitor after 30 seconds of user inactivity.
  • Page 24 The example below shows the folder layout on a LabSat 3 Wideband SSD. The LabSat internal SSD can use multiple folders. When folders are detected, LabSat 3 Wideband will display them in a similar fashion to a PC using the DIR indicator.

  • Page 25: Export Config

    When 'Export Config' is selected (Menu > Setup > Export Config) a file called settings.txt will be placed in the root directory of the LabSat 3 Wideband internal SSD. The settings.txt file contains details of the LabSat's current configuration, an example of this file can be seen below.
  • Page 26 Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 27 To install the LabSat 3 Wideband battery, depress the lid release lever on the unit rear panel, slide off the unit lid and insert the battery into the battery slot so that its connector mates with the battery connector inside the unit. To remove the battery, lift it out using the plastic tab attached to the battery pack.
  • Page 28 Battery fitting, removal and handling • Replace battery with Racelogic, Part No. RLACS229 only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire, explosion or other malfunction. • Caution: The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble or heat above 80°C (176°F) or incinerate.
  • Page 29 Cells with a smell of electrolyte or leakage should be kept away from fire to avoid ignition. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/...
  • Page 30 08 - LabSat3W External reference clock input LabSat 3 Wideband features an external reference input for synchronization to a 10 MHz clock. To use this feature, connect a 10 MHz reference signal with minimum +3 dB level to the REF IN SMA connector and ensure that the 'External 10MHz' reference clock option is ticked in Menu >...
  • Page 31 09 - LabSat3W Digital Channels There are 4 channels available for external digital data capture LabSat 3 Wideband. Recorded digital channel data is synchronized to each sample of recorded RF data; the maximum input frequency for each channel is 1 MHz.

  • Page 32: Digitize Mode

    LabSat 3 Wideband is capable of listening to, and recording data from, two separate CAN networks. Dual channel CAN Bus data recording with LabSat 3 Wideband can be achieved in two ways. Depending on the mode selected, the CAN signal will be either digitized and re-created on a raw bit level or decoded and recorded in a time-stamped text file. The CAN mode operation is selected under the menu option ‘CAN’...
  • Page 33 The log file is recorded in the same folder as the RF data and has a .TXT file extension. During recording, the CAN controller listens to the CAN bus and stores incoming data. LabSat 3 Wideband will transmit acknowledge pulses on the bus in response to correctly received data unless the ‘Silent Record’ option is ticked. The ability to transmit acknowledge pulses in ‘LOG FILE’...
  • Page 34 If the mask value was set to 0x7F0, then identifiers from 0x3F0 to 0x3FF would be recorded, not just 0x3F1. Up to 16 identifiers can be defined for each CAN channel. Please Note: The filter will remain until the CANFILTER.TXT file on the SD card or SSD is manually removed. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/...
  • Page 35 Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 36 11 - LabSat3W RS232 LabSat 3 Wideband can record and replay RS232 data in addition to GNSS signal data. There are two methods that can be used the record RS232; the first way is digitised mode where LabSat samples the raw logic level transitions of the RS232 data and then reconstructs the signal during replay;...
  • Page 37 A feature of the log file mode is that once, created, the log file can be modified using a text editor application such as Notepad to change the replayed output. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/...
  • Page 38 • Files can be modified to • Handles binary data produce test conditions Weaknesses • No readable log file • Does not support binary message data • Original message timing is not perfectly reproduced https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 39 To enable the digital input for recording, go to Menu > Setup > Digital, select one of the four channels and then enable the tick against DIGI 1 or DIGI 2 in the signal list. Then, during recording, LabSat 3 Wideband will record the state of DIGI 1 or DIGI 2 (pin3 or pin 8 of the expansion connector).
  • Page 40 Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 41 13 - LabSat3W External Synchronisation https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
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  • Page 43 When ‘Ext Sync’ is enabled within the LabSat 3 Wideband menu, the DIGI2 pin on the expansion connector can be used to pause record or replay allowing synchronisation of multiple LabSats or simply a remote trigger to record/replay. This is achieved when a low voltage (0 V) is applied, the DIGI pin is internally pulled up to approximately 5 V, so it is possible to pause the record or replay activity simply by connecting the DIGI input to GND via a switch.
  • Page 44 14 - LabSat3W WiFi Dongle The LabSat 3 Wideband Web Server can be accessed on mobile devices such as smartphones or tablets to allow the user to configure and monitor the LabSat, connection is made possible using a WiFi dongle. The USB WiFi dongle must use a RT5370 chipset.
  • Page 45 (API) is available together with a manual for communication via Telnet over IP. • The LabSat 3 and LabSat 3 Wideband API is a Microsoft .NET API to allow functions of a LabSat 3 or LabSat 3 Wideband connected via LAN to be accessed programmatically.
  • Page 46 LabSat 2, 3 and 3 Wideband or vice versa. The LabSat scenario converter software is available on the LabSat Website, it will convert LabSat, LabSat 2 and LabSat 3 files to each other’s format and those three formats to LabSat 3 Wideband. This conversion utility will allow LabSat users to perform a one-time conversion of files (Please note that it’s only possible to convert GNSS data files.
  • Page 47 ‘Destination Scenario’ box. LabSat 3 file format requires a folder for the data files. So when converting LabSat 3 (*.ls3) to LabSat 2 (*.ls2) or LabSat (*.bin) formats, please select the first file within the LabSat 3 scenario folder for conversion. The software will automatically convert all the files in the folder.
  • Page 48 SatGen software is a powerful tool for defining and creating RF playback scenario files for use with the LabSat Simulator. For many applications, LabSat 3 Wideband can record and playback real world, live sky data, but there may be times when you need a more controlled, user definable signal. When this is the case, SatGen provides all of the tools necessary to create a predictable, stable and accurate RF output from LabSat.
  • Page 49 (DUT) performs. Of course, LabSat 3 Wideband can record and replay live data, but creating an artificial scenario allows you to precisely control the data content, and create a ‘gold standard’ file for carrying out true comparisons between receivers. From your bench you can try different acceleration levels, crossing different time zones, the equator, leap second roll-overs and many hard to replicate tests.
  • Page 50 RLLSSGSW03-1 SatGen v3 Single Constellation Create single constellation scenario files for GPS L1, GLONASS L1 or BeiDou B1. RLLSSGSW03-2 SatGen v3 Dual Constellation Create single or dual constellation scenario files for GPS L1, GLONASS L1 or BeiDou B1. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/...
  • Page 51 Create single, dual or triple constellation scenario files for GPS L1, GLONASS L1 or BeiDou B1. SatGen simulation software can create RF files for LabSat 3 Wideband. The RF data output can be created in static or dynamic modes: User configurable time, date and duration for static scenario creation. SatGen v3 dynamic scenario creation with draw a route, file upload and user defined command options.
  • Page 52 18 - LabSat3W Troubleshooting Restart Should you need to restart LabSat 3 Wideband for any reason, please hold down the power button continuously for at least 30 seconds. Release the button and then press again briefly to switch the device on.
  • Page 53 This has an internal ground plane and can operate perfectly without the need for mounting on a metal surface. Ground plane antennas are available from your LabSat distributor. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/...
  • Page 54 19 - LabSat3W Technical Properties LabSat3W CE Declaration of LabSat3W PIN OUTS Conformity LabSat3W Replacement parts LabSat3W RoHS Declaration and optional accessories LabSat3W Technical LabSat3W Upgrading Firmware Specificiation https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 55 LabSat3W CE Declaration of Conformity https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 56 Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 57 LabSat3W PIN OUTS Rear View of LabSat 3 Wideband Connector 1 - POWER (Lemo 2 PIN) Function Range Power+ 8 - 30 V Ground https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 58 RF Signal including RF IN Bias output 2.8 - 3 V 3 V DC bias for active antenna Center RF Signal Output DC RF OUT Blocked 10 MHz Reference clock. 10.000 MHz +6 dB Chassis Ground https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 59 Expansion port 36 way MDR type connector The 'EXPANSION' connector on the rear of LabSat 3 Wideband gives access to a number of signals including CAN Bus, RS232, 1PPS and Digital input/output. Accessory RLACS202 is used to provide user signal access for integration into the users test system.
  • Page 60 I2C SCL for future use I2C Bus Data – Reserved I2C VCC for future use RS232 data output. NMEA Data from GNSS monitor RS232 Tx or User RS232 data if enabled. Standard RS232 Level https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 61 Ground Connection IO_0 Reserved IO_1 Reserved IO_2 Reserved IO_3 Reserved Ground Ground Connection Ground Ground Connection Connected to input power Power – Max 250 mA Connected to input power Power – Max 250 mA https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...

  • Page 62: Expansion Connector

    Expansion Connector https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 63 RS232 data output. NMEA Data from GNSS monitor or User RS232 data if enabled. Standard RS232 Level User RS232 data which is recorded if RS232 is enabled in Digital configuration menu. Standard RS232 Level Ground https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 64 Function Range CAN Bus Low Channel 1/ 2 – Standard ISO 11898 CAN Low voltage signal levels for CAN Bus High Channel 1/ 2 – Standard ISO 11898 CAN High voltage signal levels for https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 65 SMA plug to MMCX plug cable, 1 m RLCAB083-1 SMA plug to TNC plug cable, 1 m RLCAB084-1 LabSat 3 Wideband battery RLACS229 LabSat 3 Wideband expansion connector adapter RLACS202 (includes screwdriver) LabSat 3 Wideband cable identification sheet LS03W-CABIDEN LabSat 3 Wideband quick start guide LS03WGUIDE https://racelogic.support/...

  • Page 66: Optional Accessories

    Product Code Locking Expansion Connector RLACS261 LabSat 3 Wideband 1 TB SSD LS03WSSD-1TB LabSat 3 Dipole Antenna RLACS219 USB3.0 dual slot card reader RLACS204 Please contact your local distributor or Racelogic for pricing and availability. https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 67 LabSat3W RoHS Declaration https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 68 Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
  • Page 69 LabSat3W Technical Specificiation LabSat 3 Wideband Technical Specificiation GPS: L1, L2, L5; Galileo: E1, E5a/b, E6; GLONASS: L1, L2, L3; BeiDou: B1, B2, B3; QZSS: L1, L2, L5; Constellation IRNSS L5; In Band SBAS, user defined frequency bands like Iridium & SiriusXM radio...
  • Page 70 Unit will shut down outside operating temperature range. -20°C to +60°C Note: Battery will discharge whilst in Storage Temperature storage and discharge rate will increase at higher storage temperatures. LabSat 3 Wideband Dimensions The LabSat 3 Wideband dimensions (mm): https://racelogic.support/ Powered by 03LabSat_GPS_Simulators/ LabSat_3_Wideband/ LabSat_3_Wideband_User_Manual/...
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  • Page 72: How To Upgrade The Firmware

    When the upgrade has been completed the upgrade file will be erased from the SD card. If the upgrade fails for any reason, the upgrade file will remain on the SD card and the LabSat 3 or LabSat 3 Wideband retains the previous version of firmware.

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