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- Page 1 AirPrime XA12xx and XM1210 Development Kit User Guide 41112817 Rev 1.2...
- Page 2 Data may be delayed, corrupted (i.e., have errors) or be totally lost. Although significant delays or losses of data are rare when wireless devices such as the Sierra Wireless modem are used in a normal manner with a well-constructed network, the Sierra Wireless modem should not be used in...
- Page 3 This product may contain technology developed by or for Sierra Wireless Inc. This ® product includes technology licensed from QUALCOMM . This product is manufactured or sold by Sierra Wireless Inc. or its affiliates under one or more patents licensed from MMP Portfolio Licensing. Copyright © 2018 Sierra Wireless. All rights reserved.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction........... . . 7 Caution . - Page 5 List of Figures Figure 1-1: XA12xx and XM1210 Development Kit ......7 Figure 1-2: Series 1 Development Kit Board ........8 Figure 1-3: Series 2 Development Kit Board .
- Page 6 List of Tables Table 5-1: Troubleshooting Causes and Solutions......22 Table 5-2: Examples where Poor GPS Signals may Occur ..... .23 Rev.
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Page 7: Introduction
1: Introduction The main purpose of the Development Kit is to simplify the evaluation process for GNSS modules and to help testers operate our products with convenience and ease. Figure 1-1: XA12xx and XM1210 Development Kit This device can communicate with computer devices via USB cable, and it must be used in conjunction with the software “GNSS Tool”, for users to record all GNSS module data such as satellites’... -
Page 8: Figure 1-2: Series 1 Development Kit Board
Development Kit User Guide Figure 1-2: Series 1 Development Kit Board Figure 1-3: Series 2 Development Kit Board Rev 1.2 Nov.18 41112817... -
Page 9: Caution
Introduction Caution • GNSS signal may be cut off or become seriously weakened if you operate the Development Kit inside any infrastructure such as buildings, tunnels, or near any huge objects and/or obstruction. Signal being cut off does not mean the Development Kit has malfunctioned;... -
Page 10: Hardware Overview
2: Hardware Overview Figure 2-1: Series 1 (for XM1210) Parts and Features Figure 2-2: Series 2 (for XA1210 and XA1220) Parts and Features Rev 1.2 Nov.18 41112817... -
Page 11: Function Testing
3: Function Testing Preparation for Power and Data Communication 1. Connect USB cable between the PC and UART port of USB port of the Devel- opment Kit. · The PC supplies power for the development kit and transmits data. · Make sure the Power LED Indicator (LED1) is lit. 2. -
Page 12: Figure 3-2: Button Position On Series 1 (For The Xm1210) Development Kit
Development Kit User Guide Figure 3-2: Button Position on Series 1 (for the XM1210) Development Kit Figure 3-3: Button Position on Series 2 (XA1210 and XA1220) Development Kit Rev 1.2 Nov.18 41112817... -
Page 13: Application For Rf Reception
Function Testing Application for RF Reception 1. External active antenna with a GNSS module on the Series 1 (for XM1210) Development Kit. Figure 3-4: External Active Antenna Attachments 2. Built-in patch antenna module on the Series 2 (for XA1210 and XA1220) Development Kit. -
Page 14: Software Usage
4: Software Usage System Requirements • Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7, 8, and 10 • USB Driver: CP210x VCPInstaller.zip For Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1, please use CP210xVCP driver v6.7 or the latest version (v6.7.5). For Windows 10, please use CP210xVCP driver v6.7.5; v10.1.1 •... -
Page 15: Figure 4-2: Starting The Installation Process
Software Usage 2. Click Install: Figure 4-2: Starting the Installation Process 3. After the installation is complete, you may need to restart your computer. Please follow the instructions on screen to restart your computer. 4. After the computer restarted, right click on My Computer and select Manage: Figure 4-3: Selecting Manage Rev 1.2 Nov.18... -
Page 16: Using Gnss Tool
Development Kit User Guide 5. Left click Device Manager and select Ports (COM &LPT). Check to see if a device named Silicon Labs CP210x USB to UART Bridge (COM#) is present. If so, the Development Kit is set up and ready for use. Figure 4-4: Accessing the Port Properties “COM9”... -
Page 17: Figure 4-5: Main Program Screen
Software Usage Figure 4-5: Main Program Screen 1. Command Tx and Rx List: clicking on this menu item will display the Command window. 2. NMEA List: clicking on this menu item will display a window with NMEA infor- mation. 3. CNR Signal: clicking on this menu item will display the CNR signal window. 4. -
Page 18: Allystar Usb Driver
Development Kit User Guide If you want more information about the GNSS Tool software, refer to the Sierra Wireless GNSS Tool User Guide. Allystar USB Driver Before setting up the connection between the module’s USB port and the PC, you will need the DEV USB Driver (Allystar GNSS USB) and GNSS Tool.exe to operate the Development Kit. -
Page 19: Figure 4-9: Select Manage
Software Usage 3. You may need to restart your computer after installation. Please follow the instructions on your screen to restart your computer. 4. After your computer has been restarted, right-click on My Computer and select Manage. Figure 4-9: Select Manage 5. -
Page 20: Sensor Device Driver
Development Kit User Guide Sensor Device Driver Microsoft Windows 7 introduced a built-in platform for the support of sensor devices including location sensors, as GNSS sensor is part of the Location category. The Allystar Sensor Device Driver connects GNSS receivers to the sensor and location API structure for Windows 7 onwards. -
Page 21: Figure 4-13: Select Manage
Software Usage 3. You may need to restart your computer after installation. Please follow the instructions on your screen to restart your computer. 4. After your computer has been restarted, right-click on My Computer and select Manage. Figure 4-13: Select Manage 5. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
5: Troubleshooting Setup Troubleshooting Table 5-1: Troubleshooting Causes and Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution Cannot find USB was not set up properly Check to see if the Development Kit was GNSS device set up properly, and make sure that the device is receiving enough power through the USB cable (green LED should light up continuously). -
Page 23: Causes Of Poor Gps Signals
Troubleshooting Causes of Poor GPS Signals It is possible to have weak GNSS signal in the following situations: Table 5-2: Examples where Poor GPS Signals may Occur Inside a tunnel, where the GNSS signal is blocked. Underneath infrastructure (e.g. a bridge), where the GNSS signal is blocked. Inside a building, where the GNSS signal is blocked. - Page 24 Development Kit User Guide Table 5-2: Examples where Poor GPS Signals may Occur (Continued) Next to tall buildings, where the GNSS signal is weakened. Underneath forests or any other kinds of canopy where the GNSS signal is weakened. • If the Development Kit is used inside a car which has anti-sunlight films on the windshield and windows, the GPS signal will be weakened severely, and may result in no GPS reception.
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