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- Page 1 GPS200 GPS Antenna/Receiver User’s Manual Revision 1.3 Copyright © 2015 Maretron, LLP All Rights Reserved Maretron, LLP 9014 N. 23 Ave #10 Phoenix, AZ 85021 http://www.maretron.com Maretron Manual Part #: M002501 Revision 1.3 Page i...
- Page 2 GPS200 User’s Manual Revision History Revision Description Initial Revision Corrected address in Section 7 Added prohibition of red Loctite threadlocking compound and cleaning agents containing acetone Updated specifications to current GPS chipset revision Page ii Revision 1.3...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Technical Specifications ....................8 Technical Support ......................10 Installation Template ....................... 11 Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty ................12 Table of Figures Figure 1 – Mounting the GPS200 to a flat surface ..............2 Figure 2 – Mounting the GPS200 to a Standard Marine Pole Mount ......... 3 Figure 3 –... - Page 4 GPS200 User’s Manual This page intentionally left blank Page iv Revision 1.3...
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Page 5: Introduction
GPS200 to the highest standards for years of reliable, dependable, and accurate service. The Maretron GPS200 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine environment. However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless installed and maintained in the correct manner. -
Page 6: Mounting The Gps200
GPS satellite signals by the GPS200. 2.3 Mounting the GPS200 The Maretron GPS200 can be mounted directly on top of a horizontal surface (Section 2.3.1) or on top of a 1” 14 threads per inch standard marine pole mount (Section 2.3.2). 2.3.1... -
Page 7: Mounting The Gps200 To A Standard Marine Pole Mount
Figure 2 – Mounting the GPS200 to a Standard Marine Pole Mount 2.4 Connecting the GPS200 ® The Maretron GPS200 provides a connection to an NMEA 2000 interface through a connector that can be found on the bottom of the device (see Figure 3). -
Page 8: Checking Connections
2.4.1 Checking Connections ® Once the NMEA 2000 connection to the Maretron GPS200 has been completed, check to see that GPS information is being properly transmitted by observing an appropriate display. Refer to Section 5, “Troubleshooting”, if no GPS information appears. -
Page 9: Operation
GPSs, one labeled “Primary GPS” and the other labeled “Backup GPS”. When you go to build your favorite screens on Maretron’s DSM250 dedicated display or N2KView software, you can easily identify which GPS you want to use for that favorite screen. -
Page 10: Maintenance
WWM, please visit http://www.ngdc.noaa.gov/geomag/WMM/DoDWMM.shtml. 4 Maintenance Regular maintenance is important to ensure continued proper operation of the Maretron GPS200. Perform the following tasks periodically: Clean the unit with a soft cloth. Do not use chemical cleaners as they may remove paint or markings or may corrode the GPS200 enclosure or seals. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
GPS200 will expose the sensitive electronic components to adverse environmental conditions that may render the unit inoperative. Please do not open the GPS200, as this will automatically void the warranty. If service is required, please return the unit to an authorized Maretron service location. -
Page 12: Technical Specifications
GPS200 User’s Manual 6 Technical Specifications Specifications Parameter Value Comment Supported Positioning Systems GPS, GLONASS Simultaneously Position Accuracy (Autonomous) <3m 2D RMS Position Accuracy (WAAS) <2.5m 2D RMS (depends on accuracy of correction data) Channels 33 Tracking, 99 Acquisition Tracking Sensitivity -161dBm Position Update Rate 10 per Second... - Page 13 Electrical Parameter Value Comment Operating Voltage 9 to 32 Volts DC Voltage Power Consumption <100mA Average Current Drain ® Load Equivalence Number (LEN) NMEA 2000 Spec. (1LEN = 50 mA) Reverse Battery Protection Indefinitely Load Dump Protection Energy Rated per SAE J1113 Mechanical Parameter Value...
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Page 14: Technical Support
GPS200 User’s Manual 7 Technical Support If you require technical support for Maretron products, you can reach us in one of the following ways: Telephone: 1-866-550-9100 Fax: 1-602-861-1777 E-mail: support@maretron.com World Wide Web: http://www.maretron.com Mail: Maretron, LLP Attn: Technical Support 9014 N. -
Page 15: Installation Template
8 Installation Template Please check the dimensions before using the following diagram as a template for drilling the mounting holes; the printing process may have distorted the dimensions. 2.11” Figure 5 – Horizontal Mounting Surface Template Revision 1.3 Page 11... -
Page 16: Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty
9 Maretron (2 Year) Limited Warranty Maretron warrants the GPS200 to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two (2) years from the date of original purchase. If within the applicable period any such products shall be proved to Maretron’s satisfaction to fail to meet the above limited warranty, such products shall be repaired or replaced at Maretron’s option. -
Page 17: Appendix A - Nmea 2000 Interfacing
Appendix A – NMEA 2000 ® Interfacing ® GPS200 NMEA 2000 Periodic Data Transmitted PGNs PGN 126992 – System Time The GPS200 uses this PGN to provide a regular transmission of UTC time and date and to provide synchronism for measurement data. The factory default for periodic transmission rate is once per second. - Page 18 GPS200 User’s Manual PGN 129025 – Position, Rapid Update The GPS200 uses this PGN to provide latitude and longitude referenced to WGS84. The factory default for periodic transmission rate is 10 times per second. The transmission of this PGN can be disabled or the transmission rate of this PGN can be changed (see PGN 126208 –...
- Page 19 6: Altitude – Altitude referenced to WGS-84 in (resolution of 1x10 7: Type of System – This field is used to indicate type of GPS system. The GPS200 will show either 0 (GPS) or 3 (GPS+SBAS, factory default) dependent on whether the user has enabled SBAS.
- Page 20 GPS200 User’s Manual 6: VDOP – This field is used to indicate the vertical dilution of precision with a resolution of 1x10 (unitless). 7: TDOP – This field is used to indicate the time dilution of precision with a resolution of 1x10 (unitless).
- Page 21 Field 1: SV Elevation Mask – If the elevation of a satellite (angle above the horizon) is below this value, the GPS200 will not use that satellite in the solution. Units are 1x10 radians. The GPS200 always indicates “data not available” for this field, indicating that this parameter is not user configurable.
- Page 22 11: Software Code (16 bits) – set this field’s value to 0x0001, which is the identifier for this version of the Maretron proprietary protocol 12: Maretron Command (8 bits) – set this field’s value to 0x30, which will force the GPS Engine to restart as selected by the following field.
- Page 23 PGN 126208 – NMEA Request Group Function – Transmission Periodic Rate This PGN will enable or disable the periodic transmission of specific PGNs. Field 1: Complex Command Group Function Code (8 bits) – set this field’s value to 0x00, which denotes a request PGN 2: Requested PGN (24 bits) –...