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- Page 1 OM-20000011 Rev 2 ProPak™ User Manual GPSCard™ Products NovAtel Inc.
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Page 2: User Manual
Revision Level: 97/03/11 This manual is a companion to the GPSCard Command Descriptions Manual, OM-20000008. The ProPak User Manual reflects features provided in other NovAtel products, including AG-20 , GPSDredger , and Hydrographic Surveyor . Proprietary Notice Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of NovAtel Inc. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
I/O Strobe Port Cable...............................11 OPERATION Getting Started .................................12 COM Port Default Settings..........................13 Boot-Up.................................13 Initial Communications With The ProPak........................13 Communicating Using A Remote Terminal....................13 Communicating Using A Personal Computer....................14 Creating Command Text Files........................15 Communicating Using Microsoft Windows 3.1 ....................15 SOFTWARE UPGRADES Upgrading Using The $AUTH Command........................18... - Page 4 Table of Contents TABLES 1 ProPak Top-of-the-Line Feature Summary ......................3 2 Straight Cable Pin Configurations..........................9 3 Null Modem Cable Pin Configurations........................10 4 I/O PORT PINOUT (ProPak Receiver).........................11 FIGURES 1 ProPak ..................................1 2 ProPak Front End-Cap............................2 3 ProPak Rear End-Cap............................2 4 Typical ProPak Installation Configuration ......................4...
- Page 5 INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND OR NATURE DUE TO ANY CAUSE. There are no user serviceable parts in the ProPak and no maintenance is required. When the status code indicates that a unit is faulty, replace with another unit and return the faulty unit to NovAtel Inc.
- Page 6 You may photocopy and fax this page, call, or mail the above information to the address listed below. Contact your local NovAtel dealer for more information. To locate a dealer in your area, contact the NovAtel GPS Hotline by phone at 1-800-280-2242 or 403-295-4900, by fax at 403-295-4901, by e-mail to support@novatel.ca, over the worldwide web at http://www.novatel.ca,...
- Page 7 SOFTWARE UPDATE REQUEST FORM If you require a software upgrade/update, please fill in this form, photocopy and fax the information to NovAtel Customer Service along with a copy of your proof of purchase. The GPS Hotline and fax numbers are listed at the front of this manual in the “Customer...
- Page 8 (such as Belden #9539 or equivalent) when using the serial data ports, and double- shielded cables (such as Belden #9945 or equivalent) when using the I/O strobe port. CAUTION ! Handle with Care Use Anti-Static Precautions GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual viii...
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Page 9: Foreword
The focus of this manual is on the user's perspective for integration, evaluation, and operation purposes. It is beyond the scope of this manual to provide service or repair details. Please contact your NovAtel Customer Service Centre for any customer service problems or inquiries. -
Page 11: Introduction
1 – Introduction INTRODUCTION The NovAtel ProPak, (see Figure 1), has been designed for the GPS navigation or positioning systems built around the NovAtel GPSCard. The ProPak is a rugged, reliable GPS receiver for adverse environments. The kit provides the following features: •... -
Page 12: Description Overview
CONNECTIONS AND INDICATORS The ProPak features front and rear end-caps, (see Figures 2 and 3), each with appropriate indicator lights and connectors. Rear end-cap connections for COM1, COM2, strobes, GPSAntenna , and power input are provided. There are two LEDs on the rear end-cap;... -
Page 13: Gpscard Oem Series Features
The GPSCard is available in numerous models with a multitude of features. Table 1 summarizes the features of the top of the line GPSCard models. Please feel free to contact a NovAtel GPS Customer Service Representative for further information on GPSCard models available with fewer features... -
Page 14: Installation
Connecting the output of the power adapter to the input power jack of the ProPak. CABLE CONNECTION CONSIDERATIONS The LEMO connectors that are used to connect the cables to the ProPak have a locking mechanism which requires careful installation and removal. Observe the following points when handling the cables. -
Page 15: Gpsantenna
The ProPak has been designed to operate with the NovAtel GPSAntenna models 501, 511, and 521. Though it is possible to operate with other antennas, NovAtel only warrants operation with the above-mentioned models. -
Page 16: Gpscard Internal Mount
The internal power card is a DC to DC power converter providing multiple output voltages, filtering, automatic reset circuit protection, and voltage regulation for the ProPak. It will accept a single input voltage between the range of +10 to +36 V and converts it to +5, +12, and -12 V which the ProPak requires to operate. -
Page 17: Mounting Plate
Quick-mount holes to mount assembly to surface using wood screws. Holes to mount plate to enclosure using flat screw Holes to mount assembly to a surface using self-tapping screws Channel Front of mounting plate Back of receiver enclosure GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual... -
Page 18: Input Power Cable
+10 to +36 V . Refer to Power Requirements in Appendix A for a summary (Note that additional accessories may be ordered from NovAtel Customer Service if desired.) See Table for pinout configurations. GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual... -
Page 19: Serial Data Cables
SERIAL DATA CABLES Two serial data cables are supplied to connect the ProPak II to a PC or modem. They are described as follows: straight cable: 10-pin LEMO plug to 9-pin D-connector (DE9P plug); see Figure 7 & Table 2. This is used to connect the ProPak II to a modem or radio transmitter to propagate differential corrections. -
Page 20: Null Modem Cable Pin Configurations
Pin 5 Yellow Pin 5 Pin 6 Green Pin 4 Pin 7 Blue Pin 8 Pin 8 Violet Pin 7 Pin 9 NULL Gray Pin 9 Pin 10 White (Not used) Pin 1 jumpered to Pin 6 GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual... -
Page 21: I/O Strobe Port Cable
2 – Installation I/O STROBE PORT CABLE The ProPak I/O Strobe lines are available on the ProPak back end-cap from the 8 pin LEMO connector (LEMO part number: FGL.1K.308.CLLC45Z), see Figure 9. Please see Appendix A (Technical Specifications) for a list of the pinouts and descriptions for each of the I/O strobes along with electrical specifications. -
Page 22: Operation
Typical Operational Configuration GETTING STARTED At this point, it is assumed that your ProPak is configured similar to the above illustration and is now ready for operation. REMEMBER: If you plan to track satellites upon power-up, the GPSAntenna coaxial cable should be connected to both the ProPak and GPSAntenna before power is turned on. -
Page 23: Com Port Default Settings
The boot-up and initial operating software/firmware is resident in the ProPak Flash/ memory. Therefore, there is no requirement to download operating software. Just turn on power, wait one moment for self-boot, and the ProPak is now ready for command input. -
Page 24: Communicating Using A Personal Computer
Refer to the Command Descriptions Manual for procedures and explanations related to data logging. COMMUNICATING USING A PERSONAL COMPUTER Using an IBM-compatible PC is a versatile method of interfacing to the ProPak. Your PC can be set up to emulate a remote terminal using the PC’s serial ports as well as provide the added flexibility of creating multiple command batch files and data logging storage files. -
Page 25: Creating Command Text Files
CREATING COMMAND TEXT FILES A quick and convenient way to initiate multiple commands and logging from the ProPak is to create boot-up command files relating to specific functions. This will save time when you want to duplicate test situations and minimize set-up time. -
Page 26: Illustration Of Windows "Notepad" Command File
Illustration of Windows “Notepad” Command File Once this file is saved, it can be called up at any time to initialize the ProPak for waypoint navigation. Using the text editor can be a very useful method of creating many different operational command and logging initializing scenarios. -
Page 27: Illustration Using Windows "Terminal" Communications
The Buttons can be edited individually from the Terminal Settings menu (Function Keys...). This is a very convenient method of issuing commands to the ProPak for your lab testing sessions. Note that ^m^d transmits a carriage return/line feed. (Refer to Figure 13 for an illustration of Terminal’s Function Key settings.) -
Page 28: Software Upgrades
When you call, be sure to have available your ProPak model number, serial number, and program revision level. This information is printed on the original shipping box as well as on the back side of the ProPak itself. You can also verify the information by issuing the VERSION command at the port prompt. -
Page 29: Updating Using The "Loader" Utility
Loader is required (instead of the $AUTH command) when updating previously released firmware with a newer version of program and model firmware (e.g., updating a ProPak 3951RM rev 3.30 to, a higher revision level of the same model, a ProPak 3951RM rev 3.34). Loader is a DOS utility program designed to facilitate program and model updates. Once Loader is installed and running, it will allow you to select a host PC serial port, bit rate, directory path, and file name of the new program firmware to be downloaded to the ProPak. -
Page 30: Main Screen Of Loader Program
6. At the prompt, enter your update auth-code (e.g. 17b2,32df,6ba0,92b5,e5b9,3951RM). 7. When prompted by the program, turn on power to the ProPak. Loader will automatically establish communications with the ProPak. The time required to transfer the new program data will depend on the bit rate which was selected earlier. -
Page 31: Appendices
55 Hz - 150 Hz 150 Hz - 500 Hz ACCELERATION Acceleration: 4g maximum (sustained tracking) POWER REQUIREMENTS Input Voltage: +10 to +36 v Power: 8 W typical Power Protection: Self-resettable circuit-breaker, reverse polarity-protected, current-limits at 1.4 A GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual... - Page 32 Up to 515 metres per second maximum [In accordance with export licensing the card is restricted to less than 1000 NMi/hr. (515 m/sec)] INPUT/OUTPUT DATA INTERFACE Baud rates: 300 baud to 115.2 Kbaud user selectable Dual Serial: Default: 9600 baud (COM1 and COM2) RS232 Electrical format: GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual...
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Page 33: Mounting Bracket Drill Holes - Dimensions
Mounting Bracket Drill Holes - Dimensions 4 x 5 DIA. THROUGH 4 x 3.1 DIA. RAD 6.0 6.0 x 90 DEG.C'SINK 2 PLACES FARSIDE 148.2 155.2 158.2 176.4 28.2 18.2 12.2 21.4 80.0 138.6 NOTE: 152.5 All dimensions in millimeters 160.0 GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual... -
Page 34: B Conversions
Celcius = (5/9) x (degrees Fahrenheit - 32) Volume 1 litre (l) = 0.88 quart 1000 cubic centimetre (cc) = 1 litre (l) Weight 1 gram (g) = 0.04 ounce 1 pound = 0.45359 kilograms (kg) 1000 gram (g) = 1 kilogram (kg) GPSCard™ ProPak™ User Manual... - Page 36 NovAtel Inc. Recyclable 1120 68 Avenue NE Calgary, Alberta, Canada T2E 8S5 GPS Hotline: (403) 295-4900 GPS Fax: (403) 295-4901 Printed in Canada E-mail: support@novatel.ca on recycled paper Website: http://www.novatel.ca OM-20000011 Rev 2 97/03/11...
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