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Installation and Operation
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OM-20000128
Rev 7
May 2014

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  • Page 1 ® OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual OM-20000128 Rev 7 May 2014...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment 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

    2.5.3 Connecting Data Communications Equipment ..............30 2.6 OEM638 Card Security ......................... 35 2.6.1 Administration Password ...................... 35 2.6.2 FTP Server and ICOM Port ....................35 2.7 Installing NovAtel PC Utilities......................35 3 Installation FlexPak6 3.1 Shipping Box ..........................36 3.2 Additional Equipment Required...................... 36 3.3 Selecting a GNSS Antenna......................
  • Page 4 4.1.3 Communicating with a Computer ..................44 4.2 Getting Started ..........................44 4.2.1 Starting the Receiver......................45 4.2.2 Communicating with the Receiver Using NovAtel Connect ..........45 4.3 Transmitting and Receiving Corrections..................47 4.3.1 Base Station Configuration ....................48 4.3.2 Rover Station Configuration ....................49 ®...
  • Page 5 7 Troubleshooting 7.1 Examining the RXSTATUS Log ..................... 86 7.2 Examining the AUX1 Status Word ....................88 8 NovAtel Firmware and Software 8.1 Firmware Updates and Model Upgrades ..................89 8.1.1 Firmware Updates ........................ 89 8.1.2 Model Upgrades ........................90 8.2 Authorization Code.........................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Ethernet Port ..........................134 D FlexPak6 Technical Specifications FlexPak6 ............................137 FlexPak6 Cables ........................140 E OEM638 Technical Specifications OEM638 Receiver ........................... 145 Physical Description ........................146 Power Supply ..........................163 Antenna Power Output ....................... 163 Logic-Level I/O ........................... 163 Communication Ports .........................
  • Page 7 Tables FlexPak6 Features ..........................21 Voltage Input Requirement for OEM6 Family Cards ................25 OEM6 Card Default Serial Port Configurations ..................31 Fuse/Holder Recommendations-12 V System ..................39 FlexPak6 Status Indicators and Connector Labels ................40 FlexPak6 Default Serial Port Configuration ..................41 Serial Ports Supported .........................
  • Page 8 Figures OEM615 Receiver Board ........................16 OEM617D Receiver Board ........................16 OEM628 Receiver Board ........................17 OEM638 Receiver Board ........................17 OEM615, OEM617D and OEM628 Receiver System ................18 OEM638 Receiver System ........................19 FlexPak6 ............................... 21 OEM615 Connector and Indicator Locations ..................28 OEM617D Connectors and Indicators ....................
  • Page 9 Table of Contents OEM617D Board Dimensions ......................113 OEM617D Keep-Out Zone ......................... 114 Top-view, P1101 Main Connector 20-Pin Header ................118 OEM617D ESD Protection for EVENT and PPS Strobes Schematic ..........119 OEM617D PV LED Drive Buffer Schematic ..................120 OEM617D CAN Transceiver Implementation Schematic ..............

  • Page 10: Notices

    OEM628 and OEM638 as well as the FlexPak6.  Changes or modifications to this equipment, not expressly approved by NovAtel Inc., could result in violation of FCC, Industry Canada and CE Marking rules and void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
  • Page 11 Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU. REACH NovAtel strives to comply with the EU Directive EC 1907/2006 on chemicals and their safe use as per the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemical substances (REACH) for its products, including the OEM6 family products. Since REACH SVHC lists are updated occasionally, please contact NovAtel Customer Support if you require further information.
  • Page 12 4. To ensure compliance with clause 7 "Connection to Cable Distribution Systems" of EN 60950-1, Safety for Information Technology Equipment, a secondary lightning protection device must be used for in-building equipment installations with external antennas. The following device has been approved by NovAtel Inc.: Polyphaser - Surge Arrestor DGXZ+24NFNF-A...
  • Page 13 Notices  Acceptable choices for earth grounds, for central buildings, are: • Grounded interior metal cold water pipe within five feet (1.5 m) of the point where it enters the building • Grounded metallic service raceway • Grounded electrical service equipment enclosure •...

  • Page 14: Customer Support

    1 BESTPOSB ontime 1 RXCONFIGA once VERSIONB once 2. Send the data file to NovAtel Customer Support, using either the NovAtel FTP site at ftp://ftp.novatel.ca/ through the support@novatel.com e-mail address. FRESET 3. Also issue a command to the receiver to clear any unknown settings.

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Refer also to our web site www.novatel.com/support/ for the latest documentation. This manual does not cover OEM6 service and repair. Contact a local NovAtel dealer for service or repair inquiries (refer to Customer Support on page 14 for contact details). 1.2.1 OEM615 Receiver The OEM615 has the same form and fit as NovAtel’s OEMV-1™...

  • Page 16: Oem617D Receiver

    Figure 1: OEM615 Receiver Board OEM615 technical specifications are provided in Appendix A on page 100. 1.2.2 OEM617D Receiver The OEM617D has the same form and fit as NovAtel’s OEMV-1™ receivers, with the following additional features: • Dual antenna, dual-frequency: L1, L2 •...

  • Page 17: Oem638 Receiver

    Figure 3: OEM628 Receiver Board OEM628 technical specifications are provided in Appendix C on page 122. 1.2.4 OEM638 Receiver The OEM638 has the same form and fit as NovAtel’s OEMV-3™ receivers, with the following additional features: • Triple-frequency/Multi-constellation: GPS •...

  • Page 18: Oem6 Receiver System Overview

    Chapter 1 Introduction OEM6 Receiver System Overview In addition to the NovAtel OEM6 receiver board, an OEM6 receiver system requires the following: • Enclosure and wiring harness • Power supply • Data communications equipment • GNSS antenna (and optional Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) power supply)

  • Page 19: Oem6 Family Card

    BT/Wi-Fi 1.3.1 OEM6 Family Card NovAtel’s OEM6 family cards consist of a Radio Frequency (RF) section and a digital section. Radio Frequency (RF) Section The receiver obtains filtered, amplified GNSS signals from the antenna. The RF section down converts the incoming RF signals to Intermediate Frequency (IF) signals which are processed by the digital section.

  • Page 20: Gnss Antenna

    The antenna converts electromagnetic signals transmitted by GNSS satellites into electrical signals that can be used by the receiver. An active GNSS antenna is normally required for optimal receiver performance. NovAtel’s active GNSS antennas provide precise phase centers and robust enclosures (refer to our web site www.novatel.com/antennas).

  • Page 21: Flexpak6

    1.4.1 FlexPak6 NovAtel's FlexPak6 uses the OEM628 card to deliver centimeter level positioning in a compact, lightweight enclosure. The FlexPak6 provides scalable high precision positioning with Ethernet, serial, USB and CAN bus interfaces as well as an Application Program Interface (API) option for supporting custom applications.

  • Page 22: Installation Oem6 Family Cards

    This chapter provides instructions and guidelines for checking the contents of the shipping box, installing the NovAtel PC utilities on a computer, integrating a NovAtel receiver into a GNSS receiver system similar to that described in Section 1.3 OEM6 Receiver System Overview on page 18.

  • Page 23: Choosing A Coaxial Cable

    NovAtel offers several coaxial cables to meet GNSS antenna interconnection requirements, including: • 5, 15 and 30 m antenna cable with TNC connectors on both ends (NovAtel part numbers GPS- C006, GPS-C016 and GPS-C032) •...

  • Page 24: Connecting The Antenna To The Receiver

    Power Supply Requirements  Power to the NovAtel receiver card must be applied for >150 ms before any of the external interfaces are powered on by the integrator's card. This section contains information on the requirements for the input power to the receiver. Refer to the following for complete power specifications: •...

  • Page 25: Card Installation Overview

    Card Installation Overview When the appropriate equipment is selected, complete the following steps to set up and begin using the NovAtel GNSS receiver. 1. Install the OEM6 family card in an enclosure with a wiring harness (refer to Section 2.5.1 Installing an OEM6 Family Card with Wiring Harness and Enclosure on page 26).

  • Page 26: Installing An Oem6 Family Card With Wiring Harness And Enclosure

    Chapter 2 Installation OEM6 Family Cards 2.5.1 Installing an OEM6 Family Card with Wiring Harness and Enclosure To install an OEM6 family card: 1. Ensure adequate ESD protection is used as described in the following section. 2. Mount the OEM6 family card in a secure enclosure to reduce environmental exposure and RF inter- ference, as described in Mounting the Printed Circuit Board starting on page 26.
  • Page 27 Installation OEM6 Family Cards Chapter 2 • Protection from ESD (see Appendix G, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Practices starting on page 173) For proper grounding and mechanical integrity, the OEM615 and OEM617D are mounted with four screws when used in a custom assembly. 617D For proper grounding and mechanical integrity, the OEM628 and OEM638 are mounted with six screws when used in a custom assembly.

  • Page 28: Oem615 Connector And Indicator Locations

    MMCX female connector. The pin-outs for all connectors and manufacturers’ part numbers are specified in Appendix E.  NovAtel recommends biasing unused inputs to their default states. Figure 8: OEM615 Connector and Indicator Locations TOP VIEW J101 RF signal input...

  • Page 29: Oem617D Connectors And Indicators

    Installation OEM6 Family Cards Chapter 2 Figure 9: OEM617D Connectors and Indicators TOP VIEW Primary RF signal input and LNA power output, MMCX female connector J1101 20-pin dual-row male connector with a 2 Secondary RF signal input mm straight 2 x 10 and LNA power output, header, used for power, MMCX female connector...

  • Page 30: Applying Power To The Receiver

    Chapter 2 Installation OEM6 Family Cards Figure 11: OEM638 Connector and Indicator Locations TOP VIEW J4101 expansion header J3201 10-pin dual-row J302 external clock ethernet header input, MMCX female connector (external oscillator) P4001 40-pin dual- row male connector J201 with a 2 mm straight 2 RF signal input x 20 header, used for and LNA power...

  • Page 31: Oem6 Card Default Serial Port Configurations

    Installation OEM6 Family Cards Chapter 2 Table 3: OEM6 Card Default Serial Port Configurations IMUCOM Model COM1 COM2 COM3 COM4 COM5 (COM6) LVTTL with no LVTTL with no LVTTL with no flow control flow control flow control LVTTL with no LVTTL with no LVTTL with no 617D...

  • Page 32: Com3 And Usb Multiplexed On Oem615 And Oem617D

    To enable COM3, issue the following commands: 1. INTERFACEMODE USB1 NONE NONE 2. INTERFACEMODE USB2 NONE NONE 3. INTERFACEMODE USB3 NONE NONE 4. MARKCONTROL MARK1 DISABLE 5. INTERFACEMODE COM3 NOVATEL NOVATEL 6. SAVECONFIG (optional) To enable USB, issue the following commands: 1. INTERFACEMODE COM3 NONE NONE...

  • Page 33: Oem628 Com3 Multiplexed With Event2 And Usergpio

    1. If a user application is running, make sure it does not initialize GPIO_USER0. 2. Issue the following command: MARKCONTROL MARK2 DISABLE 3. Issue the following command: INTERFACEMODE COM3 NOVATEL NOVATEL ON Use any interface mode except NONE Refer to the...

  • Page 34: Oem638 Multiplexed Pin Options

    Chapter 2 Installation OEM6 Family Cards OEM638 RECEIVER The OEM638 card, COM1 can be configured as either RS-232 (with hardware control if the cable used supports it) or RS-422 (with no hardware flow control), by setting the main connector pin-30 LOW or HIGH respectively.

  • Page 35: Oem638 Card Security

    - OM-20000129 for command details. Installing NovAtel PC Utilities  Download the latest NovAtel Connect PC Utilities suite of software and documentation, including NovAtel Connect™ from the PC Software section of www.novatel.com/support/ search/. The utilities include tools for accessing and manipulating data from the OEM6 receivers.

  • Page 36: Installation Flexpak6

    For the receiver to perform optimally, the following additional equipment is required: • GNSS antenna (for a list of NovAtel GNSS antennas, see NovAtel’s active GNSS antennas provide precise phase centers and robust enclosures refer to our web site www.novatel.com/ antennas •...

  • Page 37: Choosing A Coaxial Cable

    NovAtel offers several coaxial cables to meet GNSS antenna interconnection requirements, including: • 5, 15 and 30 m antenna cable with TNC connectors on both ends (NovAtel part numbers GPS- C006, GPS-C016 and GPS-C032) ...

  • Page 38: Flexpak6 Installation

    Connect the COM1 or USB port on the receiver to the USB or power cable. serial port of the computer. If using a USB connection, install the USB drivers available from www.novatel.com. The FlexPak6 is RS-232/RS-422 selectable through pin 9 of the I/O port, see Table 31, FPk6 FlexPak6 I/O Port Pin-Out Descriptions on Page 139 for details.

  • Page 39: Flexpak6 Alternative Power Source

    Installation FlexPak6 Chapter 3 3.3.3 FlexPak6 Alternative Power Source If the 12 V car adapter is not convenient, it can be cut off from the power cable. The exposed wires can then be tied to a 6-36 VDC power supply capable of at least 5 W. ...

  • Page 40: Battery Backup

    Chapter 3 Installation FlexPak6 3.3.4 Battery Backup If installed in a vehicle so as to avoid loss of lock when tracking L-Band, it is recommended a back-up battery be placed between the receiver and its voltage supply as a power buffer. When a vehicle engine is started, power can dip to 9.6 V DC or cut-out to ancillary equipment causing the receiver to lose lock and calibration settings.

  • Page 41: Installing Novatel Pc Utilities

    Mode selected via software commands. b. Selected via MODE pin on the I/O connector. Installing NovAtel PC Utilities The NovAtel PC Utilities application contains complete instructions for installation and use of the NovAtel PC utilities.  Download the latest PC Utilities software including NovAtel Connect™ along with the necessary user documentation from the PC Software section of www.novatel.com/support/...

  • Page 42: Operation Oem6 Cards And Enclosure

    When connected to the receiver, enter commands directly from the terminal or through terminal emulation software (such as NovAtel Connect or HyperTerminal) on a computer. To maximize the application of the receiver’s capabilities, become familiar with the commands and logs...

  • Page 43: Serial Ports

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 4.1.1 Serial Ports The receiver communicates with a computer or terminal via a serial port. For communication to occur, both the receiver and the operator interface have to be configured properly. The receiver’s default port settings are as follows: •...

  • Page 44: Communicating With A Remote Terminal

    Use any standard communications software package that emulates a terminal to establish bidirectional communications with the receiver. Examples include HyperTerminal or NovAtel Connect (a Graphic User Interface (GUI) program). All data is sent as raw 8-bit binary or ASCII characters.

  • Page 45: Starting The Receiver

    Open the NovAtel Connect program and select Device | Open Connection from the main menu. The Open Connection window appears. Open an existing connection or a create a New connection. Refer to NovAtel Connect’s Help (press F1, click on icon or select the NovAtel button | Help).
  • Page 46 RXSTATUSEVENTA log ONNEW on all ports. See Section 5.4 RXSTATUSEVENT Log on page 69 for more details. 2. If NovAtel Connect is unable to locate the OEM6 family receiver, use a different COM port to communicate with the receiver. When communication has been established,...

  • Page 47: Transmitting And Receiving Corrections

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 Transmitting and Receiving Corrections Corrections can be transmitted from a base station to a rover station to improve position accuracy. The base station is the GNSS receiver that acts as the stationary reference. The stationary reference has a known position and transmits correction messages to the rover station.

  • Page 48: Base Station Configuration

    The base and rover stations can both be NovAtel receivers, however NovAtel receivers will work with some other brands. Contact Customer Support for further details (refer to Customer Support on page 14 for details).

  • Page 49: Rover Station Configuration

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 saveconfig (optional) RTCM V3 serialconfig com2 9600 N 8 1 N on interfacemode com2 none rtcmv3 off fix position lat lon hgt (enter your own lat, lon, hgt) log com2 rtcm1002 ontime 1 (for L1 only models) log com2 rtcm1004 ontime 1 (for L1/L2 models)

  • Page 50: Align ® Heading Master And Remote Configurations

    230400 10 on Manual Set Up via COM2 Master: serialconfig com2 9600 n 8 1 n on interfacemode com2 novatel novatelx off movingbasestation enable log com2 novatelxobs ontime 1 log com2 novatelxref ontime 1 log headinga onnew...

  • Page 51: Pdp And Glide ™ Configurations

    The effect is especially evident when a receiver transitions from an RTK position mode solution to a lower accuracy “fall back” solution, such as NovAtel CORRECT PPP, DGPS, WAAS+GLIDE or even autonomous GLIDE. Smooth transitions are particularly important for agricultural steering applications where sudden jumps are problematic.

  • Page 52: Transition

    Chapter 4 Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Figure 1: Steadyline Maintain Position Intended Path change to change to lower accuracy higher accuracy solution solution 4.4.2 Transition When the receiver transitions to a different positioning mode, the position offset is applied to the calculated position to limit a potential real position jump.

  • Page 53: Ual

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 4.4.4  UAL mode will not function unless UALCONTROL is enabled using the UALCONTROL command. The Steadyline mode used depends on the BESTPOS and GPGGA solution types. When the solution type is OPERATIONAL, the receiver uses the Maintain option. When the solution type is WARNING, the receiver uses the Transition option.

  • Page 54: Configuration Notes

    NOVATEL and log out variants of the standard correction messages with a NovAtel header. ASCII or binary variants can be requested by appending an A or B to the standard message name. For example, on the base station: interfacemode com2 novatel novatel fix position 51.11358042 -114.04358013 1059.4105...

  • Page 55: Enabling Sbas Positioning

    A subscription is required to use the TerraStar service. To obtain a subscription, contact your local NovAtel sales representative or visit www.novatel.com/products/novatel-correct. The receiver’s TerraStar Product Activation Code (PAC) or the NovAtel product serial number (PSN) is needed to obtain a subscription. To obtain the receiver-specific PAC, enter the following command:...
  • Page 56 A subscription is required to use the OmniSTAR service. To obtain a subscription, contact OmniSTAR at 1-888-883-8476 or 713-785-5850. Provide the receiver’s OmniSTAR serial number (which is different from the NovAtel serial number). To obtain the OmniSTAR serial number, enter the following command: log lbandinfo...

  • Page 57: Transferring Time Between Receivers

    0 81.0 finesteering 1596 235136.000 00000000 d1c2 5968 <1557854678 48.98 1098.9 0.00 00c2 0000 153860 545 0 0000 0201 154019 68000000 00000000 Refer to the NovAtel application note APN-051 Positioning Modes of Operation for OmniSTAR specifics. Transferring Time Between Receivers ADJUST1PPS command is used as part of the procedure to transfer time between receivers.

  • Page 58: Time Definitions

    Chapter 4 Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure 4.6.2 Time Definitions The following are related definitions: Coarse Time Each subframe contains the transmit time of the next subframe in seconds of GPS Time of Week (TOW). After the first subframe is collected and decoded by the receiver, an approximate calculation of the receiver clock offset can be made.

  • Page 59: Procedures To Transfer Time

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 4.6.3 Procedures to Transfer Time These procedures are used to transfer time between a fine clock and a cold or warm clock GPS receiver. Transfer COARSE Time (<10 ms) from a Fine Clock to a Cold Clock GPS Receiver 1.

  • Page 60: Transfer Fine Time From Fine Clock To Cold Clock Receiver

    Chapter 4 Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Transfer FINE Time (<50 ns) from a Fine Clock to a Cold Clock GPS Receiver 1. Connect a COM, USB or Ethernet port from the fine clock receiver to the cold clock receiver (for example, COM2 on the fine clock receiver to COM3 on the cold clock receiver), as shown in Figure 20, Transfer FINE Time from Fine Clock to Cold Clock Receiver on Page 60.

  • Page 61: Transfer Fine Time From Fine Clock To Warm Clock Receiver

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 Transfer FINE Time from a Fine Clock to a Warm Clock GPS Receiver 1. Connect the 1 PPS signal of the fine clock receiver to the Mark 1 input (Event1) of the warm clock receiver as shown in Figure 21.

  • Page 62: Additional Features And Information (Card And Enclosure)

    (for example, HyperTerminal and NovAtel Connect). The NovAtel USB drivers assign COM port numbers sequentially following any existing ports on the computer. For example, if a computer has COM1 and COM2 ports, the NovAtel USB drivers assign COM3 to USB1, COM4 to USB2 and COM5 to USB3.

  • Page 63: Can Bus

    P1502. CAN1 and CAN2 both support applications up to 1 Mbps. CAN interfaces can be accessed using NovAtel’s API, but shared signals must be disabled to avoid conflicts. Refer to Section A.1.1, Physical Description, Section C.1.1, Physical Description and Section E.1.1, Physical Description in this manual for pin-out information.

  • Page 64: Status Indicator

    LNA is provided through the receiver’s RF port center conductor. To achieve the required input gain to the receiver, NovAtel coaxial cables are designed to introduce no more than 10 dB loss. Antenna supply over current protection limits the LNA power.

  • Page 65: Ethernet

    Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure Chapter 4 OEM615 and OEM617D provide +5 VDC ±5% at a maximum of 100 mA The amount of voltage the OEM615 receiver can provide to the antenna depends upon the input voltage provided to pin 1 on the P1101 connector. The output current in all instances is limited to 100 mA and above an input voltage of 6 V the 617D output current limit is further reduced (derated) according to:...

  • Page 66: Onboard Memory

    Chapter 4 Operation OEM6 Cards and Enclosure  If ICOM port security is enabled (using the IPSERVICE command), commands are refused until the LOGIN command is issued. Refer to 2.6 OEM638 Card Security on page 35 of this manual and the OEM6 Family Firmware Reference Manual (OM-20000129) for command details.

  • Page 67: Manual Log File Naming

    Data can be collected through NovAtel Connect using the Logging Control Window. Refer to the NovAtel Connect Help available from within the utility Help or the .chm file bundled with the software comprehensive logging instructions.

  • Page 68: Built-In Status Tests

    Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests Overview The Built-In Status Test monitors system performance and status to ensure the receiver is operating 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 69: Error Strobe Signal

    Built-In Status Tests Chapter 5 Error Strobe Signal The error strobe signal is one of the I/O strobes. The strobe signal is driven low when the receiver is operating normally. When the receiver is in the error state and tracking is disabled, the error strobe is driven high.

  • Page 70: Error Word

    Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests 5.5.2 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 71: Receiver Status Code

    Built-In Status Tests Chapter 5 5.5.4 Receiver Status Code The receiver status word is included in the header of all logs. It has 32 bits that indicate certain receiver conditions. If any of these conditions occur, a bit in the status word is set. Unlike the error word bits, the receiver continues to operate, unless the priority mask for the bit has been set.

  • Page 72: Status Led Flash Sequence Example

    Chapter 5 Built-In Status Tests In the example shown in Figure 27, Status LED Flash Sequence Example on Page 72, the first flash in the sequence is red, meaning a bit is set in the receiver error word. The next five flashes give a binary value of 00111.

  • Page 73: Ethernet Configuration

    Chapter 6 Ethernet Configuration Ethernet is not available on the OEM615 or OEM617D. 617D An Ethernet connection can be used to send commands to and obtain logs from Ethernet capable OEM6 receivers. An Ethernet connection can also be used to connect two receivers in a base/rover configuration.

  • Page 74: Cross-Over Ethernet Cable Configuration-Oem628 And Oem638

    Chapter 6 Ethernet Configuration Figure 29, Cross-Over Ethernet Cable Configuration—FlexPak6 on FPk6 Page 75 Figure 28: Cross-Over Ethernet Cable Configuration—OEM628 and OEM638 Antenna Antenna Cable OEM6 Board in a Development Kit Computer Cross-over Ethernet Cable OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 7...

  • Page 75: Static Ip Address Configuration-Receiver

    1. Connect a computer to the OEM6 receiver using a null modem serial cable or USB cable. 2. Establish a connection to the receiver using either NovAtel Connect or another terminal program such as Windows HyperTerminal. This connection is used to send the commands in this procedure to the receiver.

  • Page 76: Static Ip Address Configuration-Windows Xp With Sp3

    Chapter 6 Ethernet Configuration  The command assigns the following values to the OEM6 receiver: ip address = 192.168.74.10 subnet mask = 255.255.255.0 gateway = 192.168.74.1 These settings are examples only. The settings appropriate to your system may be different. 8.
  • Page 77 Ethernet Configuration Chapter 6 6. Click the Use the Following IP Address radio button, then enter the IP address, Subnet mask and Default gateway for the Ethernet port on the computer.  Ensure the Ethernet settings used for the computer are compatible with the Ethernet settings on the OEM6 receiver.

  • Page 78: Confirming Ethernet Setup

    Figure 29, Cross-Over Ethernet Cable Configuration—FlexPak6 on Page 75. 2. Connect to the receiver using NovAtel Connect or any third party terminal program that supports TCP/IP connections. Use the static IP address and port number assigned to the OEM6 receiver in Section 6.2.1 Static IP Address Configuration—Receiver on page 75.

  • Page 79: Dynamic Ip Address Configuration Through A Dhcp Server-Oem628 And Oem638

    Ethernet Configuration Chapter 6 Figure 30: Dynamic IP Address Configuration through a DHCP Server—OEM628 and OEM638 Antenna Antenna Cable OEM6 Board in a Development Kit DHCP Server Ethernet Ethernet Computer Cable Cable Figure 31: Dynamic IP Address Configuration through a DHCP Server—FlexPak6 Antenna FlexPak6 Antenna Cable...
  • Page 80 7. Confirm the port number assigned to ICOM1 by entering: log icomconfig once 8. Connect to the receiver using NovAtel Connect or any third party terminal program that supports TCP/IP connections. Use the IP address obtained from the IPSTATUS log in Step 4 and port number assigned in Step 6.

  • Page 81: Base/Rover Configuration Through Ethernet Connectivity

    Ethernet Configuration Chapter 6 Base/Rover Configuration through Ethernet Connectivity You can use an Ethernet connection to provide communication between a base and rover receiver. Figure 32, Base/Rover Ethernet Setup—OEM628 and OEM638 on Page 81 and Figure 33, Base/Rover Ethernet Setup—FlexPak6 on Page 82 show the connections when a base and rover OEM6 receiver are connected using Ethernet.

  • Page 82: Base/Rover Ethernet Setup-Flexpak6

    1. Connect your computer to both OEM6 receivers using null modem serial cables or USB cables. 2. Establish a connection to the receiver using either NovAtel Connect or another terminal program such as Windows HyperTerminal. This connection is used to send the commands in this procedure to the receivers.

  • Page 83: Large Com Port Data Throughput

    If done incorrectly, changing the Windows Registry may impair the operation of the computer. Editing the Windows Registry is for advanced Microsoft Windows users only. NovAtel Inc. is not able to provide any technical support for any actions taken regarding information found in Microsoft’s Knowledge Base.
  • Page 84 Chapter 6 Ethernet Configuration The following procedure describes how to configure a NovAtel base and a NovAtel rover through a third party NTRIP caster. This configuration is recommended for optimal RTK performance. 1. Establish a connection to the receiver using either NovAtel Connect or another terminal program such as Windows HyperTerminal.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    See Section 7.1, Examining the RXSTATUS Log, page 86. Try to resolve the problem using the troubleshooting guide in Table 9, then try our Knowledge Base at www.novatel.com/support/. If you are still not able to resolve the problem, contact Customer Support on Page 14.

  • Page 86: Examining The Rxstatus Log

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Overload and overrun problems. Reduce the amount of logging or increase the baud rate. See also Table Either the CPU or port buffers are 3, OEM6 Card Default Serial Port Configurations on page 31 overloaded The receiver is indicating that an Refer to the VERSON or VALIDMODELS logs and the MODEL or AUTH invalid authorization code has been commands in the...

  • Page 87: Resolving An Error In The Receiver Status Word

    Troubleshooting Chapter 7 Table 11: Resolving an Error in the Receiver Status Word Bit Set Action to Resolve Check the Error Word in the RXSTATUS log. See also Table 10, Resolving a Receiver Error Word on page 86 Check temperature ranges in the ENVIRONMENTAL table sections Technical Specifications starting on page 122 See Section 2.4, Power Supply Requirements, page 24 See Section 2.3, Selecting a GNSS Antenna, page 22, Section 2.3.1, Choosing a Coaxial Cable,...

  • Page 88: Examining The Aux1 Status Word

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Examining the AUX1 Status Word Table 12 provides actions to take when your receiver has an error flag in the AUX1 status word . Table 12: Resolving an Error in the AUX1 Status Word Bit Set Action to Resolve (Reserved bits) None.

  • Page 89: Novatel Firmware And Software

    WinLoad software utility  WinLoad and SoftLoad instructions follow. Firmware Updates and Model Upgrades A local NovAtel dealer can provide all the information needed to upgrade or update a receiver. Refer to www.novatel.com/where-to-buy for contact information or contact sales@novatel.com support@novatel.com directly.

  • Page 90: Model Upgrades

    NovAtel Firmware and Software 8.1.2 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.novatel.com/support NovAtel Sales to request a temporary upgrade authorization code for trial purposes.

  • Page 91: Updating Or Upgrading Using The Winload Utility

    NovAtel Firmware and Software Chapter 8 Temporary auth-codes may be provided by NovAtel for evaluation purposes. Once the trial period has expired, a new auth-code will need to be obtained from NovAtel Customer Support (support@novatel.com). The new download package includes a signed firmware file type that uses an extension designated as “.shex”...

  • Page 92: Using The Winload Utility

    Chapter 8 NovAtel Firmware and Software 8.3.2 Using the WinLoad Utility If opening WinLoad for the first time, ensure the file and communications settings are correct. Open a File to Download Select File |Open. Navigate to the file to open (Figure 35).

  • Page 93: 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 94: Working With S-Records

    Chapter 8 NovAtel Firmware and Software Command Description SOFTLOADRESET Initiate a new SoftLoad process SOFTLOADSREC Send an S-Record to the receiver for the SoftLoad process SOFTLOADDATA Send firmware image data to the receiver for the SoftLoad process SOFTLOADCOMMIT Complete the SoftLoad process Send configuration information to the receiver for the SoftLoad process.

  • Page 95: Sending Firmware Data

    SOFTLOADDATA command. The *.hex and *.shex file data may contain many gaps and jumps. For example, in many NovAtel *.hex and *.shex files, data for address 0x000_00000 is stored near the very end of the file. Example Packaging Multiple S3 Records In A SOFTLOADDATA Command...

  • Page 96: Softload Update Method

    SOFTLOADDATA Add data to existing command SOFTLOADDATA command must be sent as a NovAtel binary format command. 8.4.4 SoftLoad Update Method This section describes the sequence of commands that are issued to the receiver when updating using a *.hex or *.shex file.
  • Page 97 NovAtel Firmware and Software Chapter 8 C. Power-cycle the receiver Once the receiver resets, the new version of firmware is active. The SoftLoad process can be cancelled safely 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 98: Firmware Update Using Ftp Or Usb Mass Storage Device

    SoftLoad Direct Update Method 1. Open a connection to any port on the receiver (COM, USB, ICOM or XCOM) with the input and out- put INTERFACEMODE set to NOVATEL. 2. Request the SOFTLOADSTATUSA log using the following command: LOG SOFTLOADSTATUSA ONCHANGED 3.

  • Page 99: Softload Errors

    (unlocks) model features. This command only functions with a valid auth-code assigned by NovAtel Customer Support. The upgrade can be performed directly through the NovAtel Connect command line or from any other communications program.  Refer to Section Types of Firmware Files on page 91 for details on updating versus upgrading.

  • Page 100: A Oem615 Technical Specifications

    L1/L2 1.2 m RMS 0.6 m RMS SBAS DGPS 0.4 m RMS NovAtel CORRECT 1 cm + 1 ppm RMS RT-2 Time to First Fix Hot: 35 s (Almanac and recent ephemeris saved and approximate position and time entered) Cold: 50 s (No almanac or ephemeris and no approximate position or time) Reacquisition 0.5 s L1 (typical)

  • Page 101: Physical Description

    A.1.1 Physical Description PHYSICAL Size 46 mm x 71 mm x 13 mm Weight 24 grams NOVATEL PART NUMBER Generic assembly OEM615 01018784 MECHANICAL DRAWINGS Figure 41: OEM615 Board Dimensions 71.1 [2.80] 4.45 [0.175] 40.01 Pin 20 [1.575] x 2 30.61...

  • Page 102: Oem615 Keep-Out Zone

    27.5 [1.08] 12.8 [0.50] [0.34] [0.00] [0.14] 64.9 [0.00] [2.56] [0.24] [0.14] [0.00] [0.34] 37.0 [1.46] Note: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Keep-out areas are intended for NovAtel circuitry. OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 7...

  • Page 103: Oem615V Board Dimensions

    Figure 43: OEM615V Board Dimensions 71.1 [2.80] 4.45 [0.175] PIN 20 40.01 [1.575] x2 J101 PIN 19 30.61 [1.205] 45.7 [1.80] 13.84 [0.545] 5.72 [0.225] x2 PIN 1 PIN 0 0.00 [0.000] 1.57 69.20 [2.724] Ø3.6 [0.14] x4 [0.062] 3.18 [0.125] x2 67.95 [2.675] x2 11.80 ±...

  • Page 104: Oem615V Keep-Out Zone

    66.2 [2.56] [2.61] [0.24] [0.00] [0.30] 64.9 [0.24] [2.56] [0.00] [0.24] [0.14] [0.00] [0.34] 37.0 [1.46] Note: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Keep-out areas are intended for NovAtel circuitry. OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 7...
  • Page 105 ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature -40C to +85C Storage Temperature -55C to +95C Humidity MIL-STD-810G, Method 507.5 Procedure II (95%) Random Vibration MIL-STD 810G Method 514.6, Category 24 (7.7 g RMS) Sinusoidal Vibration IEC 60068-2-6 (5 g) Bump ISO 9022-31-06 (25 g) Shock Operating: MIL-STD-810G, Method 516.6, Procedure I (40 g) Non-operating: MIL-STD-810G, Method 516.6, Procedure V (75 g)
  • Page 106 See Section 3 OEM6 Card Default Serial Port Configurations on page 31 for details d. CAN Bus behavior must be asserted through the NovAtel API software. See Section 4.7.2 CAN Bus on page 63 for further details. See also Figure 48 on page 110.

  • Page 107: Oem615 Strobes

    Table 13: OEM615 Strobes Default Input/ Factory Strobes Comment Behavior Output Default Event1 Multiplexed Input Active An input mark for which a pulse greater than 150 ns triggers (Mark 1) Leading certain logs to be generated. (Refer to the MARKPOS and edge MARKTIME logs and ONMARK trigger.) Polarity is triggered...

  • Page 108: Top-View, P1101 Main Connector 20-Pin Header

    Figure 45: Top-view, P1101 Main Connector 20-Pin Header Signal Type Description Comments LNA_PWR Antenna power input An LDO regulates the output voltage to around 5 VDC ±10%. The input voltage can be up to 12 VDC Supply voltage input 3.3 V ±5% USB_D- USB data (-) One-half of a differential pair (pins 3 and...

  • Page 109: Logic-Level I/O

    A.1.2 Logic-Level I/O The OEM615 provides a number of Logic-level I/O pins for status indication and timing. These I/O include: • COM1, COM2 and COM3: LVTTL level UART ports (no flow control) (3.3 V I/O) • CAN1 and CAN2: CMOS level CAN ports (require external CAN transceivers) (2.7 V I/O, 3.3V compatible levels) •...

  • Page 110: Can Interface

    Figure 47: OEM615 PV LED Drive Buffer Schematic R100 D100 Green R101 1.0K Q100 OEM615_PV MMBTA06 J1101, pin 17 Table 15: Bill of Materials (critical components) Designator Manufacturer Manufacturer Part Number FB100, FB101 MMZ1005B800C U101 Semtech LC03-6.TBT Bourns CDNBS08-PLC03-6 OnSemi LC03-6R2G C101, C102 various...

  • Page 111: Usb Interface

    Table 16: Bill of Materials (critical components) Designator Manufacturer Manufacturer Part Number FB100, FB101 MMZ1005B800C U100 Texas Instruments SN65HVD231 U101 Semtech LC03-6.TBT Bourns CDNBS08-PLC03-6 OnSemi LC03-6R2G C100, C101 various (22pF 5% 50V COG 0603) A.1.4 USB Interface The OEM615 includes one USB 2.0 full speed (12 Mbps) interface. For signal integrity and EMI reasons, route differential data traces as a 90 Ω...

  • Page 112: B Oem617D Technical Specifications

    L1/L2 1.2 m RMS 0.6 m RMS SBAS DGPS 0.4 m RMS NovAtel CORRECT 1 cm + 1 ppm RMS RT-2 Time to First Fix Hot: 35 s (Almanac and recent ephemeris saved and approximate position and time entered) Cold: 50 s (No almanac or ephemeris and no approximate position or time) Reacquisition 0.5 s L1 (typical)

  • Page 113: Physical Description

    B.1.1 Physical Description PHYSICAL Size 46 mm x 71 mm x 11 mm Weight 24 grams NOVATEL PART NUMBER Generic assembly OEM617D 01019268 MECHANICAL DRAWINGS Figure 50: OEM617D Board Dimensions Notes: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Connectors: (a) Primary and Secondary: MMCX jack receptacle, straight...

  • Page 114: Oem617D Keep-Out Zone

    Figure 51: OEM617D Keep-Out Zone Note: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Keep-out areas are intended for NovAtel circuitry. OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 7...
  • Page 115 ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature -40C to +85C Storage Temperature -55C to +95C Humidity 95% non-condensing Random Vibe MIL-STD-810G Method 514.6 (category 24, 7.7 g RMS) Sine Vibe IEC 60068-2-6 (Test Fc - 5 g) Bump / Repetitive shock ISO 9022-31-06 (25 g) Shock MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6 (40 g) POWER REQUIREMENTS...
  • Page 116 INPUT/OUTPUT DATA INTERFACE COM1 Electrical format LVTTL 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, Bit rates 460800 or 921600 bps. See Section 4.1.1 Serial Ports in the OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual (OM-20000128) Signals supported COM1_Tx, COM1_Rx Electrostatic discharge protection COM2...

  • Page 117: Oem617D Strobes

    Table 18: OEM617D Strobes Default Input/ Factory Strobes Comment Behavior Output Default Event1 Multiplexed Input Active An input mark for which a pulse greater than 150 ns triggers certain (Mark 1) Leading logs to be generated. (Refer to the MARKPOS and MARKTIME edge logs and ONMARK trigger.) Polarity is configurable using the triggered...

  • Page 118: Top-View, P1101 Main Connector 20-Pin Header

    Figure 52: Top-view, P1101 Main Connector 20-Pin Header Signal Type Description Comments LNA_PWR Antenna power input An LDO regulates the output voltage to around 5 VDC ±10%. The input voltage can be up to 12 VDC Supply voltage input 3.3 V ±5% USB_D- USB data (-) One-half of a differential pair (pins 3...

  • Page 119: Logic-Level I/O

    Timemark output, synchronous to This pin has an internal 50 ohm line GPS time driver. Route as a 50 Ω single-ended trace CAN2TX CAN2 transmit data a. The COM3 UART can be configured with firmware on pins 4 and 9. b.

  • Page 120: Can Interface

    Figure 54: OEM617D PV LED Drive Buffer Schematic Table 20: Bill of Materials (critical components) Designator Manufacturer Manufacturer Part Number FB100, FB101 MMZ1005B800C U101 Semtech LC03-6.TBT Bourns CDNBS08-PLC03-6 OnSemi LC03-6R2G C101, C102 various (22 pF 5% 50 V COG 0603) B.1.3 CAN Interface The OEM617D provides two 2.7 V (3.3 V-compatible) CMOS-level CAN controller ports.

  • Page 121: Usb Interface

    Table 21: Bill of Materials (critical components) Designator Manufacturer Manufacturer Part Number FB100, FB101 MMZ1005B800C U100 Texas Instruments SN65HVD231 U101 Semtech LC03-6.TBT Bourns CDNBS08-PLC03-6 OnSemi LC03-6R2G C100, C101 various (22pF 5% 50V COG 0603) B.1.4 USB Interface The OEM617D includes one USB 2.0 full speed (12 Mbps) interface. For signal integrity and EMI reasons, route differential data traces as a 90 Ω...

  • Page 122: C Oem628 Technical Specifications

    GPS system characteristics, U.S. DOD operational degradation, ionospheric and tropospheric conditions, satellite geometry, baseline length and multipath effects. b. GPS-only. c. TERRASTAR-D subscriptions are available from NovAtel. d. Veripos Apex marine subscriptions are available directly from Veripos (www.veripos.com).

  • Page 123: Physical Description

    C.1.1 Physical Description PHYSICAL Size 60 mm x 100 mm x 9.11 mm Weight 37 grams NOVATEL PART NUMBER Generic Assembly OEM628 01018410 Figure 57: OEM628 Board Dimensions Note: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Connectors (a) J100 and J101: MMCX jack receptacle (Johnson P/ N 135-3701-201 or SAMTEC P/N...

  • Page 124: Oem628 Keep-Out Zone

    Figure 58: OEM628 Keep-Out Zone 86. [3.4] 57.3 [2.26] Keepout Zone Shield Note: [0.10] 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. [0.19] 2. Keep-out areas are intended for NovAtel circuitry. OEM6 Family Installation and Operation User Manual Rev 7...

  • Page 125: Oem628V Board Dimensions

    Figure 59: OEM628V Board Dimensions 100.0 [3.94] 60.0 [2.36] 9.73 ± 0.30 [0.383 ± 0.11] Ø3.5 2.64 [0.104] [0.14] 5.51 [0.217] 2.54 [0.100] x2 PIN 2 PIN 1 56.64 PIN 16 [2.230] x3 PIN 15 47.88 [1.885] 35.34 [1.391] 34.16 [1.345] PIN 23 PIN 24...

  • Page 126: Oem628V Keep-Out Zone

    [2.26] Keepout Zone Shield [0.10] 6.1 [0.24] Note: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Keep-out areas are intended for NovAtel circuitry. ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature -40C to +85C Storage Temperature -40C to +85C Humidity MIL-STD-810G, Method 507.5, Procedure II (95%) Random Vibration MIL-STD 810G, Method 514.6, Category 24 (7.7 g RMS)
  • Page 127 POWER REQUIREMENTS Voltage +3.3 VDC ±5% Allowable Input Voltage Ripple 100 mV p-p maximum Power Consumption 1.3 W typical, GPS L1/L2 1.5 W typical, GPS/GLONASS L1/L2 1.81 W typical, GPS L1/L2/L5, GLONASS L1/L2, (without L-Band) 1.84 W typical, GPS L1/L2, GLONASS L1/L2 (with L-Band) 1.9 W typical, all on (without L-Band) 2.13 W typical, GPS L1/L2/GLONASS L1/L2/BDS B1/B2 2.3 W typical, Galileo...
  • Page 128 INTERFACEMODE COM3 NONE NONE MARKCONTROL MARK2 ENABLE d. CAN Bus behavior must be asserted through the NovAtel API software. See Section 4.7.2, CAN Bus on page 63 for further details. See also Figure 61, Top-view, P1500 Main Connector 24-Pin Header on Page 130...

  • Page 129: Oem628 Strobes

    Table 23: OEM628 Strobes Default Input/ Factory Strobes Comment Behavior Output Default Event1 Dedicated Input Active low An input mark for which a pulse greater than 150 ns triggers certain logs to be generated. (Refer to the Leading MARKPOS and MARKTIME logs and ONMARK trigger.) edge Polarity is configurable using the MARKCONTROL...

  • Page 130: Top-View, P1500 Main Connector 24-Pin Header

    Figure 61: Top-view, P1500 Main Connector 24-Pin Header Signal Type Description Comments Ground Reference – Input/Output General Purpose I/O 2.7 V CMOS levels, 4 mA drive (3.3 V USER1 compatible) VARF Output Variable Frequency 2.7 V CMOS levels, 4 mA drive (3.3 V compatible) Output Time Mark Output, synchronous...

  • Page 131: Cmos Level I/O

    EVENT1 and EVENT2: Event inputs (active high by default with configurable polarity) • USERIO1 and USERIO2: User GPIO (available through NovAtel’s API) These I/O require additional ESD protection if they are routed to connectors. Some users may require additional drive strength on the PPS signal. The figure below shows a suitable buffer that may be used.

  • Page 132: Can Interface

    Figure 63: OEM628 ESD Protection for EVENT and PPS Strobes Schematic FB100 OEM628_EVENT1 EVENT1 U101 P1500, pin 8 PLC03-6 C101 22pF C100 GND1 GND4 0.1µF R100 NNP OEM628_PPS GND2 GND3 P1500, pin 4 FB101 R103 R101 NNP U100 74LVC1G86 C102 R102 0 22pF Optional PPS Buffer...

  • Page 133: Usb Interface

    Figure 65: OEM628 CAN Transceiver Implementation Schematic FB100 CAN1+ U101 U100 R100 PLC03-6 5.1K-1% C101 OEM628_CAN1RX 120 ohm termination only 22pF VREF required if unit is on the P1502, pin 10 R102 GND1 GND4 CANH OEM628_CAN1TX end of the CAN bus CANL GND2 GND3...

  • Page 134: Ethernet Port

    Table 27: USB Critical Components Designator Manufacturer Manufacturer Part Number L100 Steward / Laird CM0805C221R-10 Figure 66: OEM628 USB Implementation Schematic ESD protection for the differential pair is provided by a low capacitance TVS device located on the OEM628 card. External ESD protection for the UID and VBUS pins is required if the pins are used. C.1.5 Ethernet Port The OEM628 provides a 10/100 Ethernet port with auto-negotiation.

  • Page 135: Ethernet Reference Schematic

    Figure 67: Ethernet Reference Schematic ETH_3V3 FB100 OEM628_ETH_CENTRETAP C100 C101 C102 P1502, pin 3 0.1μF 0.1μF 0.01μF OEM628_ETH_CENTRETAP P1502, pin 6 ETH_3V3 ETH_3V3 C105 1000pF Transient Suppression 1206 2kV (near RJ45 connector) FB101 FB102 R100 U100 U101 49.9-1% MODULAR JACK PLC03-6 ETH_TD+ T1_PS1...

  • Page 136: Ethernet Transformer Characteristics

    Table 28: Ethernet Transformer Characteristics Parameter Value Test Condition Turns ratio 1 CT : 1 CT Open-CCT inductance (minimum) 350 uH 100 mV, 100 kHz, 8 mA Leakage inductance (maximum) 0.4 uH 1 MHz (minimum) Inter-winding capacitance (minimum) 12 pF DC resistance (maximum) 0.9 Ω...

  • Page 137: D Flexpak6 Technical Specifications

    Appendix D FlexPak6 Technical Specifications D.1 FlexPak6 FPk6 INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTORS TNC female jack, 50  nominal impedance +5 VDC (±5%)100 mA max (output from FlexPak6 to antenna/LNA) 4-pin LEMO COM1 9-pin DB9 (maximum baud rate 921600) COM2 9-pin DB9 (maximum baud rate 921600) mini-AB Ethernet, CAN, I/O DB-HD15...

  • Page 138: Flexpak6 Port Pin-Out Descriptions

    Figure 69: FlexPak6 Dimensions Note: Dimensions are in millimetres. Table 30: FlexPak6 Port Pin-Out Descriptions COM1 COM2 Connector Pin No. RS-232 RS-232 RS-422 RS-422 POUT POUT SERIALPROTOCOL Mode selected via software commands. Refer to the command in OEM6 Family Firmware Reference Manual (OM-20000129).

  • Page 139: Flexpak6 I/O Port Pin-Out Descriptions

     The FlexPak6 provides an output voltage on pin 4 of COM2 (POUT) that matches the voltage used to power the FlexPak6. The FlexPak6 can accept voltages up to 36 VDC, which is greater than the RS-232 specified maximum 25 VDC. As a result, you can damage equipment that is connected to COM2 by sending voltages higher than the RS-232 specification allows.

  • Page 140: Flexpak6 Cables

    FlexPak6 Cables D.1.1.1 I/O Breakout Cable (NovAtel part number 01018649) The Ethernet and CAN on the FlexPak6 can be accessed by inserting the I/O breakout cable’s female DB-HD15 connector into the I/O port. This provides a standard receptacle for Ethernet connectivity and a DB9 connector for CAN.

  • Page 141: I/O Strobe Port Cable Wiring

    D.1.1.2 I/O DB-HD15 Strobe Port Cable (NovAtel part number 01018651) The strobe lines on the FlexPak6 can be accessed by inserting the female DB-HD15 connector of the I/O strobe port cable into the I/O port. The other end of this cable is provided without a connector to provide flexibility.

  • Page 142: Straight Through Serial Cable

    D.1.1.3 Straight Through Serial Cable (NovAtel part number 01018520) This cable can be used to connect the FlexPak6 to a modem or radio transmitter to propagate differential corrections. The cable is equipped with a female DB9 connector at the receiver end. The male DB9 connector at the other end is provided to plug into your user-supplied equipment (please refer to your modem or radio transmitter user guide for more information on its connectors).

  • Page 143: Null Modem Cable Wiring

    D.1.1.4 Null Modem Cable (NovAtel part number 01017658) This cable supplied with the FlexPak6, see Figure 73, provides an easy means of communications with a PC. The cable is equipped with a 9-pin connector at the receiver end which can be plugged into the COM or COM2 port.

  • Page 144: Power Accessory Cable

    D.1.1.5 12 V Power Accessory Cable (NovAtel part number 01017663) The power accessory cable supplied with the FlexPak6, see Figure 74, 12 V Power Accessory Cable on Page 144, provides a convenient means for supplying +12 VDC. While the receiver is capable of operating over a wider input voltage range, the accessory plug should not be used above +12 V.

  • Page 145: E Oem638 Technical Specifications

    GPS system characteristics, U.S. DOD operational degradation, ionospheric and tropospheric conditions, satellite geometry, baseline length and multipath effects. b. GPS-only. c. TERRASTAR-D subscriptions are available from NovAtel. d. Veripos Apex marine subscriptions are available directly from Veripos (www.veripos.com).

  • Page 146: Physical Description

    E.1.1 Physical Description PHYSICAL Weight 84 grams Size 85 x 125 14.3 mm NOVATEL PART NUMBERS Generic Assembly OEM638 01018727 MECHANICAL DRAWINGS Figure 75: OEM638 Dimensions Pin 1 110.17 J4101 Pin 1 Pin 1 J3201 70.16 J302 69.45 49.45 J201 38.99...

  • Page 147: Oem638 And Oem638V Keep-Out Zone

    85.0 75.05 Processor Side Keepout 125.0 Processor Side Notes: 1. Dimensions are in millimeters [inches]. 2. Keep-out areas are intended for NovAtel circuitry. ENVIRONMENTAL Operating Temperature -40C to +85C Storage Temperature -40C to +95C Humidity MIL-STD-810G, Method 507.5, Procedure II (95%) Random Vibration MIL-STD 810G, Category 24 (20 Hz to 2000 Hz, 7.7 g RMS) and...
  • Page 148 Normal Mode: +3.3 VDC +5%/-3% OEMV3 Compatibility Mode (power via main header): +4.5 VDC to 36 VDC For best performance, NovAtel strongly recommends additional supply bypassing as close as possible to the OEM638 supply pins. For the 3.3V supply - minimum 22 uF in parallel with 0.1 µF For the wide-range supply - minimum 44 uF in parallel with 0.1 µF...
  • Page 149 INPUT/OUTPUT DATA INTERFACE COM1 Electrical format RS-232/RS-422 2400, 4800, 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200, 230400, Bit rates 460800 or 921600 bps. See Section 4.1.1, Serial Ports on Page 43 Signals supported TXD1, RXD1, RTS1 and CTS1 Electrostatic discharge protection COM2 Electrical format RS-232/RS-422...
  • Page 150 OEM6 Card Default Serial Port Configurations on page 31 for details. c. CAN Bus behavior must be asserted through the NovAtel API software. See Section 4.7.2, CAN Bus on page 63 for further details. See also Figure 79, J4101 Expansion Header Pinout and Signal Description (odd numbered pins) on Page 157 along with the table.

  • Page 151: Oem638 Strobes

    Table 35: OEM638 Strobes Default Input/ Factory Strobes Comment Behavior Output Default Event_In1 Dedicated Input Active An input mark for which a pulse greater than 150 ns (Mark 1) triggers certain logs to be generated. (Refer to the Leading MARKPOS and MARKTIME logs and ONMARK trigger.) edge Polarity is configurable using the MARKCONTROL triggered...

  • Page 152: Oem638 Strobe Electrical Specifications

    Table 36: OEM638 Strobe Electrical Specifications Strobe Min (V) Max (V) Current (mA) Conditions Event_In1 VCC = 3.3 V; 85C (Mark 1) VCC = 3.3 V; 85C Event_In2 (Mark2) Event_In3 (Mark3) Event_In4 (Mark4) VCC = 3.3 V; 85C VARF VCC = 3.3 V; 85C RESETIN VCC = 3.3 V;...

  • Page 153: J4001 Main Header Pinout And Signal Description

    Figure 77: J4001 Main Header Pinout and Signal Description Pin 2 Pin 40 Pin 39 Pin 1 Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) Input Supply Input (4.5 V-36 VDC). The wide-range supply input on J4101 is preferred for new designs (as it has a higher max current rating).
  • Page 154 Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) CTS1 / RXD1- RS232 / Input CTS1: RS232 Flow Control (±25 V RS422 tolerant) RXD1-: RS422 Signaling (2 V differential typical) TXD1 / TXD1+ RS232 / Output TXD1: RS232 Signaling (±25 V RS422 tolerant) TXD1+: RS422 Signaling (2 V...
  • Page 155 Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) USERIO0 3.3V CMOS IO General Purpose IO. 3.3V CMOS IO General Purpose IO. USERIO1 EVENT_IN2 / 3.3V CMOS IO General Purpose IO. Multiplexed with USERIO2 EVENT_IN2 (software selectable pin functions).

  • Page 156: J3201 Ethernet Header Pinout And Signal Description

    Figure 78: J3201 Ethernet Header Pinout and Signal Description Drive Signal Signal Signal Name Direction Polarity Strength Description Type (mA) ETH_TX+ Analog Ethernet Transmit (100 Ω differential pair) ETH_TX- Analog Ethernet Transmit (100 Ω differential pair) ETH_BIAS Output DC Bias source for the Ethernet magnetics ETH_RX+ Analog...

  • Page 157: J4101 Expansion Header Pinout And Signal Description (Odd Numbered Pins)

    Figure 79: J4101 Expansion Header Pinout and Signal Description (odd numbered pins) Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Polarity Strength Description Direction (mA) TXD4 3.3V CMOS Output COM4 UART Signaling (3.3 V CMOS logic) RXD4 3.3V CMOS Input COM4 UART Signaling (3.3 V CMOS logic) RTS4 3.3V CMOS Output...
  • Page 158 Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) SPI4_MOSI 3.3V CMOS Output Serial Peripheral Interface #4, Master Out / Slave In SPI4_MISO 3.3V CMOS Input Serial Peripheral Interface #4, Master In / Slave Out I2C2_SDA Open Drain C Interface #2, internally pulled to 3.3 V I2C2_SCL...

  • Page 159: J4101 Expansion Header Pinout And Signal Description (Even Numbered Pins)

    Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) HSUSB2_VBUS_EN 3.3V CMOS Output Active Control for an external 5 V power High switch for USB2. HSUSB2_D+ The differential data pair for USB2. HSUSB2_D- Reserved Reserved 3V3_nWIDE_SEL 3.3V CMOS Input Select the active power supply.
  • Page 160 Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) IMUCTS / IMURXD- RS232 / Input IMUCTS: RS232 Flow Control RS422 (±25 V tolerant) IMURXD-: RS422 Signaling (2 V differential typical) SYNCOUT 3.3V CMOS Output Rising / Synchronization Output. (EVENT_OUT7) Falling Identical to EVENT_OUT signals...
  • Page 161 Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) USERIO7 3.3V CMOS IO General Purpose IO (no internal pull if resistor used as input) USERIO8 3.3V CMOS IO General Purpose IO (no internal pull if resistor used as input) USERIO9 3.3V CMOS IO General Purpose IO (no internal...

  • Page 162: 38 3.3V Cmos Electrical Characteristics (-40 To 85°C)

    Drive Signal Signal Name Signal Type Direction Polarity Strength Description (mA) HSUSB1_VBUS Input Used by the card to monitor activity on the USB1 interface. This pin cannot supply current to hosted devices but must be connected for normal operation. HSUSB1_VBUS_EN 3.3V CMOS Output Active Control for an external 5 V power High...

  • Page 163: Power Supply

    • EVENT_OUT(1-6) + SYNCOUT (EVENT_OUT7): Event Outputs • USERIO(0-21) 2xI2C, 2xSPI: User GPIO and additional interfaces (available through NovAtel’s UserApp API) These I/O require additional ESD protection if they are to be routed to connectors. Some users may require additional drive strength on the PPS signal. The Figure 80 on page 164 shows a suitable buffer that may be used.

  • Page 164: Bill Of Materials (Critical Components)

    Figure 80: Example - ESD Protection for Strobes (optional buffering for PPS) The STATUS_RED, STATUS_GRN, ERROR and PV signals are generally used on enclosure products to show the current status of the receiver. These signals may require a buffer to drive an LED. An example of a suitable buffer circuit is shown below: Figure 81: Example - LED Drive Buffer for PV and ERROR Signals Table 39: Bill of Materials (critical components)

  • Page 165: Communication Ports

    E.1.5 Communication Ports COM1, COM2 and IMUCOM (COM6) present software-selectable RS232 or RS422 signal levels. RTS/ CTS flow control is available on each port. COM1 and IMUCOM are protected to ±15 kV (HBM) discharges. COM2 is protected to ±26 kV (HBM) discharges. Additional ESD protection is recommended near the enclosure connectors for any signal leaving an enclosure.

  • Page 166: Bill Of Materials (Critical Components)

    Figure 82: Example - CAN Protection and Filtering Circuit The 120 Ω termination resistor (R231 and R236) should only be used when the CAN device is used at one end of the CAN bus. Multiple terminations along the length of the CAN bus will degrade performance for all CAN devices on that bus.

  • Page 167: Usb Interfaces

    E.1.7 USB Interfaces The OEM638 provides three USB2.0 High Speed interfaces. HSUSB0 is configured as a device and is capable of operating at High Speed (480Mbps). Full speed (12 Mbps) and Low Speed (1.5 Mbps). HSUSB1 and HSUSB2 are host ports and are capable of High Speed (480 Mbps) operation only. If it is desired to use the host ports with Full or Low Speed devices, a USB hub (with a transaction translator) is required between the OEM638 and the USB device.

  • Page 168: Ethernet Port

    Figure 84: Example – Connecting HSUSB1 or HSUSB2 to a Micro-AB Type USB Connector Although all pins on the OEM638 card have ESD protection, a low capacitance TVS device is also recommended near any enclosure connector for all USB signals (before the signals leave the enclosure or the PCB).

  • Page 169: Example - Ethernet Reference Schematic

    Figure 85: Example - Ethernet Reference Schematic Care must be taken to provide 100 Ω ±10% differential pairs over unbroken reference (ground) planes up to the pins on the Ethernet connector. The Ethernet magnetics (inside the Ethernet jack on the part shown) provide high voltage isolation and protection components for differential mode transients.

  • Page 170: System Performance

    High Band (1525 MHz to 1613 MHz): contains Omnistar, BeiDou B1,Galileo E1, GPS L1 and GLONASS L1 NovAtel and the OEM638 development team have put significant effort into mitigating RF interference on the GNSS card itself. However, if an emission (fundamental or harmonic) from equipment co-located with...

  • Page 171: F Accessories And Replacement Parts

    Appendix F Accessories and Replacement Parts The following tables list the replacement parts available for your NovAtel OEM6 receiver. For assistance or to order additional components, contact your local NovAtel dealer or Customer Support. FlexPak6 Part Description NovAtel Part I/O breakout cable (Figure 70 on page 140)

  • Page 172: Manufacturers' Part Numbers

    Manufacturers’ Part Numbers The following original manufacturer’s part numbers are provided for information only and are not available from NovAtel as separate parts. Product Part Description Company Part Number OEM615 card J101, MCX jack receptacle Samtec MCX-J-P-H-ST-SM1 (Figure 8 on page 28)

  • Page 173: G Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Practices

    Appendix G Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Practices Overview Static electricity is electrical charge stored in an electromagnetic field or on an insulating body. This charge can flow as soon as a low impedance path to ground is established. Static sensitive units can be permanently damaged by static discharge potentials of as little as 40 volts.

  • Page 174: Prime Static Accumulators

    Prime Static Accumulators Table 44 provides some background information on static accumulating materials. Table 44: Static-Accumulating Materials Work Surfaces • formica (waxed or highly resistive) • finished wood • synthetic mats • writing materials, note pads and so on Floors •...
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