This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Hemisphere GNSS’ exclusive Crescent® and Crescent Vector™ H200™ GNSS module. Figure 1-1: V103/V113 Note: When referring to both the Vector V103 GNSS Compass and the Vector V113 GNSS Compass this manual uses the term V103/113. When referring to either product this manual uses either V103 or V113, respectively.
The V103/113’s GPS antennas are separated by 50.0 cm between their phase centers, resulting in a heading performance better than 0.30° rms. The V103/113 provides heading and positioning updates of up to 20 Hz and delivers positioning accuracy of 0.6m 95% of the time when using differential GPS corrections from beacon (V113 only) or from Space Based Augmentation Systems (SBAS).
Installation Mounting Location This section provides information on determining the best location to mount the V103/113. To use the mounting template, go to the HGNSS website and navigate to Products/Position & Heading/V103/113. GNSS Satellite When considering where to mount the V103/113, consider the following satellite reception recommendations: ...
The V113’s internal beacon receiver calculates a signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), measured in decibels (dB), that indicates the receiver’s performance. The SNR is the height of the signal above the noise floor: the higher the SNR, the better your beacon receiver demodulates the signal. The optimum antenna location will be a position where your average SNR is highest.
Mounting Orientation The V103/113 outputs heading, pitch, and roll readings regardless of the orientation of the antennas. However, the relation of the antennas to the boat’s axis determines whether you will need to enter a heading, pitch, or roll bias. The primary antenna is used for positioning and the primary and secondary antennas, working in conjunction, output heading, pitch, and roll values.
Figure 2-3: Alternative Orientation and Resulting Signs of HPR Values Vector Compass Alignment The top of the V103/113 enclosure incorporates sight design features to help you align the enclosure with respect to an important feature on your vessel. To use the sights, center the small post on the opposite side of the enclosure from you, within the channel made in the medallion located in the center of the enclosure top as shown in Figure 2-4 and Figure 2-5.
If you have another accurate source of heading data on your vessel, such as a gyrocompass, you may use its data to correct for a bias in V103/113 alignment within the V103/113 software configuration. Alternatively, you can physically adjust the heading of the V103/113 so that it renders the correct heading measurement; however, adding a software offset is an easier process.
V103/113 Dimensions Figure 2-6 illustrates the physical dimensions of the V103/113. Figure 2-6: V103/113 Dimensions V103/113 Vector User Guide Chapter 2-Installation Page 10 of 35...
Power/Data Cable Considerations Before mounting the V103/113 consider the power/data cable routing: Cable must reach an appropriate power source Cable may connect to a data storage device, computer, or other device that accepts GNSS data Avoid running the cable in areas of excessive heat ...
Complete the following steps to flush mount the V103/113: 1. Determine the desired location and proper orientation for theV103/113. See “Mounting Orientation” for information on determining the desired orientation. 2. Navigate to the HGNSS websiteV103: Home / Products / Products / Position & Heading / V103 and V113 https://hemispheregnss.com/Products/Products/Position-Heading/vector-v103e284a2-and- v113e284a2-gps-compasses-96...
Figure 2-8: Pole Mounting the V103/113 Connecting the Serial Cable or Serial-to-NMEA 2000 Adapter to the V103/113 After you mount the V103/113 connect either the serial power/data cable or the serial-to- NMEA 2000 adapter to the V103/113. V103/113 Vector User Guide Chapter 2-Installation Page 13 of 35...
Connecting the Serial Power/Data Cable Align the cable connector keyway with the V103/113 connector key. Rotate the cable ring clockwise until it locks. The locking action is firm; you will feel a positive “click” when it has locked. Attach the power/data cable to the cable clamp. Fasten the clamp to the bottom of the V103/113 using the screw and washer.
Connecting the Serial-to-NMEA 2000 Adapter For more information on the serial-to-NMEA 2000 adapter see “NMEA 2000 Port”. Align the adapter connector keyway with the V103/113 connector key. Rotate the cable ring clockwise until it locks. The locking action is firm; you will feel a positive “click” when it has locked.
Ports The V103/113 offers either serial port or NMEA 2000 port functionality. Serial Ports The V103/113 has three ports (Port A, Port B, and Port C), where: Port A can be both full-duplex RS-232 and half-duplex RS-422 (transmit only) ...
Selecting Baud Rates and Message Types When selecting your baud rate and message types use the following formula to calculate the bits/sec for each message and then sum the results to determine the baud rate for your required data throughput. Message output rate * Message length (bytes) * bits in byte = Bits/second (1 character = 1 byte, 8 bits = 1 byte, use 10 bits/byte to account for overhead) “Common Commands and...
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Table 2-1 shows the requested PGNs with the V103/113 in NMEA 2000 mode. Table 2-1: Received Messages based on Request Default Update Rate PG No. (msec) Description Level Freq (Hz) (PGN) 059392 ISO Acknowledgement On Request On Request Used to acknowledge the status of certain requests addressed to a specific ECU.
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Table 2-2 shows the transmitted PGNs with their default update rate with the V103/113 in NMEA 2000 mode. Table 2-2: Transmitted Messages Default Update Rate PG No. (msec) Freq (Hz) Description Level (PGN) 126992 System Time 1000 The purpose of this PGN is twofold: To provide a regular transmission of UTC time and date.
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Table 2-2: Transmitted Messages (continued) Default Update Rate PG No. (msec) Freq (Hz) Description Level (PGN) 129027 Position Delta, High Precision Rapid Update The ‘Position Delta, High Precision Rapid Update’ Parameter Group is intended for applications where very high precision and very fast update rates are needed for position data.
Powering the V103/113 Power Considerations For best performance, use a clean and continuous power supply. The V103/113 power supply features reverse polarity protection but will not operate with reverse polarity. See Table B-4 for complete power specifications. Connecting to a Power Source Note: This section refers to powering the unit via serial connection.
Connecting the V103/113 to External Devices Note: This section refers to a serial connection. For connecting external NMEA 2000 devices, plug the serial- to-NMEA 2000 adapter into the V103/113 and then attach a standard NMEA 2000 dropline cable to the adapter.
Power/Data Cable Pinout Specifications Figure 2-11 shows the power/data cable pinout, while Table 2-3 shows the cable’s pinout specifications. Figure 2-11: Power/Data Cable Pin Assignment Table 2-3: Power/Data Cable Pinout Function Wire Color Power (+) Power (-) Black Port A Tx RS-232 Blue Port A Rx RS-232 Black/blue stripe...
Default Parameters Table 2-4 and Table 2-5 provide details on the default port settings, available baud rates, differential age, elevation mask, and default differential mode. Note: Use the $JSAVE command to save changes you make to the V103/113’s configuration for the changes to be present in subsequent power cycles.
Operation GNSS Overview For your convenience, both the GNSS and SBAS operation of the V103/113 features automatic operational algorithms. When powered for the first time, the V103/113 performs a ‘cold start’ that involves acquiring the available GNSS satellites in view and the SBAS differential service. If SBAS is not available in your area, an external source of RTCM SC-104 differential corrections may be used.
Automatic SBAS Tracking The V103/113 automatically scans and tracks SBAS signals without the need to tune the receiver. The V103/113 features two-channel tracking that provides an enhanced ability to maintain a lock on an SBAS satellite when more than one satellite is in view. This redundant tracking approach results in more consistent tracking of an SBAS signal in areas where signal blockage of a satellite is possible.
The V103/113 restricts the RTK solution. It does this knowing that the secondary GNSS antenna is 50 cm from the primary GNSS antenna. This is called a fixed baseline and it defines the search volume of the secondary antenna as the surface of a sphere with radius 50 cm centered on the location of the primary antenna (see Figure 3-1). Figure 3-1: Secondary Antenna’s Search Volume Note: The V103/113 moving base station algorithm only uses GNSS to calculate heading.
Tilt Aiding The V103/113’s accelerometers (internal tilt sensors) are factory calibrated and enabled by default. This constrains the RTK heading solution beyond the volume associated with just a fixed antenna separation. This is because the V103/113 knows the approximate inclination of the secondary antenna with respect to the primary antenna. The search space defined by the tilt sensor will be reduced to a horizontal ring on the sphere’s surface by reducing the search volume.
The gyro initializes itself at powerup and during initialization, or you can calibrate it as outlined in the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference Guide. When the gyro is first initializing, it is important that the dynamics that the gyro experiences during this warmup period are similar to the regular operating dynamics. For example, if you use the V103/113 on a high speed, maneuverable craft, it is recommended that when gyro aiding in the V103/113 is first turned on, use it in an environment that has high dynamics for the first five to ten minutes instead of sitting stationary.
Alarm Functionality Note: Alarm functionality is only valid for serial communication. A relay is located on the Transmit Heading Device (THD) circuit board. The relay contacts are isolated from all circuitry in the THD. The THD is connected to the coil side of the relay, but not to the contacts that are connected to the external pins through the main IO connector.
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Table 3-2 below through Table 3-5 provide brief descriptions of common commands and messages for the V103/113. Refer to the Hemisphere GNSS Technical Reference Guide for more detailed information. Table 3-2: Commands Command Description $GPMSK Tune beacon to specific frequency $JAGE Specify maximum DGPS (COAST) correction age (6 to 8100 seconds) $JAPP...
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Table 3-3: NMEA 0183 and Other Messages Info Message Output Description Approved Type Rate Message $GPDTM 1 Hz Datum reference $GPGGA 50 Hz GPS position and fix data $GPGLL 50 Hz Geographic position - lit/long $GPGNS 50 Hz GNSS position and fix data $GPGRS 1 Hz GNSS range residual (RAIM)
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Table 3-3: NMEA 0183 and Other Messages (continued) Info Message Description Output Approved Type Message Rate $HETHS 50Hz True heading and status $PASHR 50 Hz Time, heading, roll, and pitch data in one message $PSAT,GBS 1 Hz Satellite fault detection (RAIM) $PSAT,HPR 50 Hz Proprietary NMEA message that...
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Table 3-4: Binary Messages $JBIN Message Description GPS position GPS DOPs SBAS SBAS ephemeris data Ionosphere and UTC conversion parameters Satellite ephemeris data Code and carrier phase Processor statistics Satellites and almanac GPS diagnostics Table 3-5: Parameters Specific to the $JATT Command Parameter Description Query...
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Appendix A: Troubleshooting Table A-1 provides troubleshooting for common problems. Table A-1: Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Solution Receiver fails to power Verify polarity of power lead Check integrity of power cable connectors Check power input voltage (6 to 36VDC) ...
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Table A-1 Troubleshooting (continued) Symptom Possible Solution No heading or incorrect Check CSEP value is fairly constant without varying more than 1 cm heading value (0.39 in)—larger variations may indicate a high multipath environment and require moving the receiver location ...
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Table B-6: Environmental Specifications (continued) Item Specification Vibration IEC 60945 CE (IEC 60945 Emissions and Immunity), FCC Part 15, Subpart B, CISPR22 Table B-7: Certifications The following certifications apply to the V103 and V113 models only and do not apply to the V103 Non- IMO and V113 Non-IMO models.
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