Novatel GPS-302L-A40 User Manual

The GPS-302L-A40 is an active antenna designed to operate at the GPS L1 and L2 frequencies, 1575.42
and 1227.60 MHz and across the L-Band from 1525 to 1560 MHz. This guide provides the information
needed to install and use the antenna.

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

• A device with an antenna input port that both receives the RF signal and provides 3.8 to 6.0 VDC to
the antenna is required to set up the GPS-302L-A40. (NovAtel GNSS receivers provide the neces-
sary power through their antenna RF connectors.)
• Coaxial cable with a male TNC connector

INSTALLING THE ANTENNA

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The integrator of this antenna is responsible for ensuring antenna installation meets all the
overall integrated system requirements.
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Refer to Section 307 of
AC%2043.13-2B.pdf
Both the input DC power and the output RF signal flow over a single coaxial cable connected to the
antenna's TNC female connector.
The antenna is attached to a surface by means of an ARINC-743 Bolt Pattern.
Four screws pass through the housing of the antenna.
Install the antenna as follows:
1. Place the o-ring into the groove on the antenna base (o-ring supplied).
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User-supplied o-ring grease can be used to hold the o-ring in the groove during installation.
2. Drill the mounting holes and the connector hole on the surface. Refer to the Mechanical Drawings
section of this guide for details on the ARINC-743 mounting pattern.
www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Advisory_Circular/
for information about antenna bonding in aircraft applications.
GPS-302L-A40
USER GUIDE
GM-14915162 Rev 2 February 2019
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