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  • Page 1 106G MiniPod Operation Manual...

  • Page 2: Revision History

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Revision History Change Issue Reason for change Date First Issue 07/03/22 Update for MiniPod Programmer 27/03/22 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 2 of 44...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2. MINIPOD SYSTEM INFORMATION ......................5 GPS R ..........................6 NTEGRATED ECEIVER GPS PPS S ............................ 6 ULSE 3. 106G MINIPOD INSTALLATION & OPERATION ..................7 .......................... 7 OSITIONING OF THE ..........................7 OUNTING OF THE ..............................8 ONNECTIONS 106G M ........................
  • Page 4 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. SPARES ..............................40 11. TRANSPORTATION BY AIR ........................40 ......................40 LKALINE ATTERY ACKS 12. SPECIFICATIONS ............................. 41 13. GENERAL ARRANGEMENT ........................42 106G ........................42 ENERAL SSEMBLY OF Thank you for choosing aae technologies as one of your equipment suppliers. We hope you experience many years of reliable operational use from our products.

  • Page 5: Introduction To The Minipod Series

    This manual provides the user with information on the installation, operation and maintenance of the 106G MiniPod series. The 106G MiniPod is a lightweight, ruggedised GNSS receiver / AHRS, designed to survive 6000m submersion for use in harsh marine applications where surface positioning is required.

  • Page 6: Integrated Gps Receiver

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The MiniPod can be configured to output GNSS data up to 3 different NMEA data strings at 10Hz transmission rate as standard, the MiniPod is configured using the 'MiniPod Editor App'. This provides configuration options for update rates, NMEA formats, and serial protocols.

  • Page 7: Minipod Installation & Operation

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. 106G MiniPod Installation & Operation Positioning of the MiniPod The unit must have a clear unobstructed view of the sky. In particular, large vertical surfaces in proximity above the antenna may cause problems with accurate position determination, due to the signal(s) taking an indirect path.

  • Page 8: Connections

    *Pin 6 is configured as PPS output when applicable. The 106G MiniPod is powered from a constant 12V-36V supply, and is turned on by rotating the bottom end switch to the ON position, fitted inside the 106G is a battery backup for 4hours minimum operation time in case of power loss.

  • Page 9: Operation Of The 106G Minipod

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Operation of the 106G MiniPod The MiniPod is switched ON and OFF by using the dedicated switch on the bottom end. When the unit is switch OFF then the battery internally is disconnected and the power into the equipment is isolated so GNSS or AHRS will not be sent out of the 106G.

  • Page 10: Minipod Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MiniPod Configuration. The default configuration of the MiniPod will be delivered as follows: PORT A, RS232 230400 baud, Port C RS232 19200 baud. Tuned multi-band GNSS Antenna GNSS Receiver Logic Board Power PCB Battery Caddy Bottom End PCB Endcap Protection Ring Configuration of Bulkhead Connector...

  • Page 11: Atlas Correction Service

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The control of the MiniPod system is set by the on board micro controller using the ‘MiniPod Editor’. Device Connected System Diagram  Micro Controller (MCU)  GPS (If Installed)  AHRS (If Installed) When the MCU is fitted all other devices are controlled via the micro controller and the outputs to the bulkhead connector can be toggled On/Off via software using the ‘MiniPod Editor’...

  • Page 12: Introduction To The Minipod Editor

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. Introduction to the MiniPod Editor Overview The MiniPod Editor is a software solution to configure MiniPod’s. The MiniPod Editor is a Windows based software that connects to a MiniPod via a serial interface and allows configuration of interface and GPS output. Software Installation Install the MiniPod Editor Software by running the ‘Setup.exe’...

  • Page 13: Software Operation & Initial Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Software Operation & Initial Configuration The MiniPod should be connected to the computer using PORT A only, when the ‘MiniPod Editor’ software is run it will attempt to connect to a MiniPod on the selected installed com port.
  • Page 14 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The main window contains 9 areas. PC Port Config: This area is used to specify the port settings for communication from PC to MiniPod. 2. MiniPod Information: This area will display the model number, serial number and software version currently installed in the Mini Pod.

  • Page 15: Pc Port Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9. System Messages: This area displays system messages including information, warnings, errors and progress messages. PC Port Configuration To initiate communications, specify the correct serial port configuration. The ‘MiniPod Editor’ will continually scan the chosen port for a response from the MiniPod. Once a response is received a system message will display saying “Found MiniPod”...

  • Page 16: Minipod Port Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MiniPod Port Configuration The baud rate for the MiniPod communication PORT A can be set by the drop down box, once a selection has been made the MiniPod will change settings and the correct baud rate will automatically change to re-establish communications.

  • Page 17: Gnss Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ GNSS Configuration The GNSS receiver is configurable through the MiniPod editor when up to 3 NMEA strings can be enabled, Message 1; allows selection of a position string (GGA, GGL, RMC) Message 2; allows for a timing string to be enabled Message 3;...

  • Page 18: Minipods Fitted With Ins/Ahrs

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. MiniPods fitted with INS/AHRS. Overview MiniPods that are fitted with INS/AHRS must be calibrated and configured by a separate SBG application through PORT B, the SBG application is delivered ready to install on the support flash drive and must be installed seperately.

  • Page 19: Setting Up Communications

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Setting up communications When SBG Center first opens the following screen will be displayed. Press ‘F2’ ensure the SBG version is V3.1.289-stable or newer. Older versions will not operate. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 19 of 44...
  • Page 20 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Press the light switch Icon On the first configuration of the SBG center the communications will have to be set up. To do this go to device options and change ‘ekinox plugin’ to ‘ellipse plugin’. Untick the list only SBG systems UsbToUart device box at the bottom and select the communication port that the MiniPod is connected to.
  • Page 21 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ From the main tool bar connect to the target by pressing the power cord icon. This will display the below window clicking ‘Refresh’ will search for and then display the target module to connect to. Click ‘Connect’. After successful connection the full details of the device will be displayed.

  • Page 22: Installation & Output Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Installation & Output Configuration The MiniPod can be configured by using the tools icon this will after a short pause open a configuration window. DO NOT CHANGE SETTINGS OUTSIDE THE SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL OR WITHOUT EXPLICIT INSTRUCTION FROM AAE TECHNOLOGY GROUP PERSONNEL DOING SO MAY RESULT IN THE MINIPOD HAVING TO BE RETURNED TO THE FACTORY TO BE RESET.
  • Page 23 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The notch on the front of the MiniPod Indicates the forward reference of the MiniPod, if this point is mounted offset to forward motion then the Yaw alignment should be entered, this is only the fixed installation offset and should be aligned within 1°, magnetic declination offsets will need to be applied to any output data string.
  • Page 24 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ For output over the RF Port E should be configured, ensure NMEA strings only are output. Scroll to the bottom of the page where the standard NMEA strings are displayed. Any of these strings can be turned on to output. For BCN-106GA as standard GGA@5Hz providing the corrected GNSS position and HDT@1Hz will be active.

  • Page 25: Calibration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Calibration The MiniPod is factory calibrated when built to compensate for any local magnetic interference and to ensure the proper operation of the INS and magnetometers. The MiniPod will require calibration when installed on any new piece of equipment with a large metallic signature.
  • Page 26 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The calibration window will open: Bandwidth should be left on High and the Mode where possible set to 3D when ready click the start acquisition button to start the magnetometer readings. Magnetic calibration for marine applications When magnetometers are used as heading reference, a magnetic calibration is mandatory for normal sensor operation.
  • Page 27 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Navigate in an 8 shape pattern, so you will be able to capture points in the Y-axis while heeling slightly on both sides. It doesn’t need to be a critical angle, 20° would be enough for instance, and it has to be representative of the usual behaviour of the ship.
  • Page 28 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Calibration Results The Calibration should display results plotting the motion of the magnetometers onto a sphere. (Motion of a vessel will look very different to the below factory calibrated motion.) For a good calibration we are looking for the After Norm value to be 1.000 ±0.01 the expected error of standard deviation should be below 1°.
  • Page 29 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ You must exit the ‘SBG center’ by disconnecting the MiniPod, first click the power cord icon. Then close the SBG center application using the cross at the top right of the screen The MiniPod is now ready for operation. Power should be cycled to ensure the calibration has taken effect.

  • Page 30: Fault Finding & Servicing

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. Fault Finding & Servicing Disassembly To disassemble the 106G the protection ring must first be removed. There are 4 x titanium screws holding the protection ring onto the MiniPod Endcap. There are 4 screws that should be removed as shown in orange, 4 jack off screw locations are positioned to aide removal of the housing shown in Black.

  • Page 31: Battery Pack Replacement

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Battery Pack Replacement The battery pack can be changed by disassembling the top half of the assembly and then removing the battery caddy as shown in the below drawing: It is recommended that the battery pack is replaced every 3 years which is indicated on a battery expiry label fitted inside the endcap protection ring.

  • Page 32: Internal Switch Configuration

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Internal Switch Configuration To force the unit into RS232 communications for fault finding purposes, or if communications have been changed by mistake, the switches on the logic PCB need to be configured to bypass the initial Micro controller setup. SW3-4 and SW4-4 are the only ones used.

  • Page 33: Configuration Command $Mp,Spc

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Configuration Command $MP,SPC The MiniPod bulkhead Port A parameters can be user configured by sending the $MP,SPC string and is terminated by a carriage return and line feed. Command: (Eg. $MP,SPC,ON,RS485,1,19200,8,None,1:?) $MP,SPC,ON,RS485,x,nnnnn,l,p,b:?CL String code Description User Configuration $MP,SPC...

  • Page 34: Updating Firmware Using The Minipod Programmer

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7. Updating Firmware Using the MiniPod Programmer Overview The ‘MiniPod Programmer’ is a software solution created to allow MiniPod firmware upgrades. The ‘MiniPod Programmer’ is a Windows based software that connects to a MiniPod via serial interface and allows firmware updates.

  • Page 35: Software Operation

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Software Operation The ‘MiniPod Programmer’ software can be used to update the MiniPod software. The software communicates with the MiniPod via a serial interface. When the application is launched it will attempt to establish communication with the connected MiniPod.

  • Page 36: Programming Procedure

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Software Version: This area will display the version of software currently installed • in the unit. Source File Details: This area will display information about the file that has been • selected to update the MiniPod. Progress: This area will display information about the current progress of any •...
  • Page 37 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ To proceed with the programming press the ‘Program MiniPod’ button on the toolbar. Confirm you wish to program at the next confirmation prompt. If you are programming a version of software that is either older or the same as the currently installed version you will be presented with an extra confirmation as below.
  • Page 38 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ When the programming phase is complete the MiniPod will carry out an internal re-flash process and then automatically reset. During this phase the following screen will be displayed This phase can take up to 90 seconds to complete •...
  • Page 39 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After the unit is reset the MiniPod will automatically restart to complete the programming, as shown in the screen below. Confirm that the software version is correct. This completes the programming process. Remember to disconnect the serial cable after confirming software revision. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 39 of 44...

  • Page 40: Updating Minipod Gnss Firmware Using The Rightarm Utility

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8. Updating MiniPod GNSS firmware using the Rightarm Utility. Periodically new firmware will become available for the GNSS receiver inside the GNSS enabled MiniPod Receiver. This can be updated by using the Hemisphere RightARM utility which is available from the hemisphere website.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12. Specifications Environmental Survival Depth Rating: 6000m Temperature: 85°C Antenna Limit Dimensions 289.0mm x 119.0mm OD Weight 6.2Kg Air 106G Configuration Receiver type: GNSS Multi-frequency L1 & L2, RTK with carrier phase GNSS compatibility: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, QZSS &...

  • Page 42: General Arrangement

    MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Integrated AHRS Bearing resolution: 0.1° displayed. Internally calculated to 0.01° Heading sensor accuracy: 0.8° RMS standard; ±0.1° resolution/repeatability Pitch/Roll sensor accuracy: ±0.05° RMS ±0.01° resolution/repeatability Safety and Management Automatic Pressure Relief Value • • External ON/OFF switch 13.
  • Page 43 MiniPod GPS Receiver Operation BCN-106G-8000/2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 43 of 44...

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