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Ag Leader Technology GPS 1500 User Manual

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GPS 1500 User Manual
PN 2005906 Rev. C

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  • Page 1 GPS 1500 User Manual PN 2005906 Rev. C...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DB-9 Connection for Cable 4001510-18 14 Cable Interface 15 Extension Power/Data Cable 15 When choosing a route for the GPS 1500 extension cable: 15 Routing the Cable to the Cab 16 Cable Part Numbers 16 Mounting the GPS 1500 17...
  • Page 3 Specifications 24 Power Specifications 24 Mechanical Specifications 24 Environmental Specifications 24 GPS 1500 Accessories 25 GPS 1500 25 GPS 1500 Documentation Accessories 25 GPS 1500 Cable Accessories 25 Company Warranty Statement 26 Product Registration 29 Part Number 2005906 Rev C...

  • Page 4: Overview

    Overview VERVIEW Introduction GPS Overview GPS Operation Differential Operation Part Number 2005906 Rev C...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    GPS 1500 User Guide NTRODUCTION Congratulations on buying the Ag Leader GPS 1500. The GPS 1500 is a smart antenna that tracks GPS and SBAS (WAAS and EGNOS) signals. This chapter provides information on the following: • “GPS Overview” on page 3 •...

  • Page 6: Gps Overview

    Receiver Performance The GPS 1500 works by finding four or more GPS satellites in the visible sky and uses the information those satellites provide to compute an appropriate position (typically within 2-3 meters). Since there is some error in the GPS data calculations, the GPS 1500 also tracks a differential correction.

  • Page 7: Differential Operation

    The GPS 1500 features two-channel SBAS tracking that provides an enhanced ability to maintain a lock on a SBAS satellite when more than one satellite is in view.

  • Page 8: Setup

    GPS 1500 User Guide ETUP Utility Setup Procedure Part Number 2005906 Rev C...

  • Page 9: Utility Setup Procedure

    GPS 1500 User Guide TILITY ETUP ROCEDURE The default GPS settings are 4800 baud, 1 Hz GGA and VTG NMEA strings. These settings will work for all Ag Leader products. However, if the equipment that you are using requires higher baud or Hertz rates, you many need to reconfigure the GPS using the following procedure.
  • Page 10 GPS 1500 User Guide 4. Press the Search button. The utility then searches for the correct GPS receiver. Utility after finding correct GPS receiver with OK button showing Note: If the utility cannot find the correct GPS receiver, use a different COM port and repeat.
  • Page 11 GPS 1500 User Guide 6. When the new window appears, click the Setup tab. 7. Under the “This Port” column, (located on the left-hand side of the window) use the drop-down menu to select the correct Hz rate, such as 5 Hz.
  • Page 12 GPS 1500 User Guide 8. At the bottom of the drop-down menu, select the correct baud rate. These range between 4800 and 115,200. • Ag Leader’s PF series monitors require a 4800 baud rate. • Ag Leader’s InSightdisplays cannot use a baud rate higher than 38400.
  • Page 13 GPS 1500 User Guide 9. When setup is complete, press on the Exit button, which is the red X located in the right-hand corner of the window. 10. The Exit Options window appears, asking you to choose one of the following options.
  • Page 14 GPS 1500 User Guide 11. A series of messages appears, after which a Configuration Report will appear. At the configuration report, you can view your saved settings. However, you cannot make changes to these settings at this window New Receiver Configuration Report 12.

  • Page 15: Installation

    GPS 1500 User Guide NSTALLATION Cable Attachment Information Mounting the GPS 1500 Powering the GPS 1500 Connecting GPS 1500 to External Devices Part Number 2005906 Rev C...

  • Page 16: Installation

    GPS 1500 User Guide NSTALLATION The GPS 1500 is a smart antenna that tracks GPS and SBAS (WAAS and EGNOS). Deutsch Connector Receptacle The picture below provides a front view of the Deutsch connector receptacle’s numbering. Deutsch connector receptacle numbering...

  • Page 17: Hdb-15 Connection For Cable 4001509-18

    GPS 1500 User Guide HDB-15 Connection for Cable 4001509-18 Deutsch Signal Wire Color HDB 15 Receptacle Manual Mark In Violet White Gray Can High Pink Signal Ground Brown Green One PPS Orange Blue Can Low Power In (12V) Power Ground...

  • Page 18: Cable Interface

    Additional extension cables may be purchased, as necessary, for other installations. This allows the GPS 1500 to be quickly and easily moved from one installation to another. If an extension cable is damaged in the field, it can be replaced without returning the complete GPS 1500 system.

  • Page 19: Routing The Cable To The Cab

    GPS 1500 User Guide Routing the Cable to the Cab Follow these steps to route cable into the cab: 1. Find a place on the right side or bottom of the cab to route cable into cab (the point of entry is up to you).

  • Page 20: Mounting The Gps 1500

    To place the GPS 1500 1. Mount the GPS 1500 on, or as close to, the center of your point of measurement. 2. Position the GPS 1500 as high as possible. Below is an illustration of the ideal location to place the GPS 1500 on a vehicle.

  • Page 21: Radar Speed Output

    Dickey-John, Raven, and Hiniker. These adaptor cables provide the ability to use the GPS 1500 in place of a radar gun. If using the GPS 1500 as a stand-alone antenna, you will need to obtain an Auxiliary Power/Data Cable and the appropriate Radar Speed Adaptor Cable.

  • Page 22: Connections To External Devices

    XTERNAL EVICES The serial ports of the GPS 1500 operates at the RS-232C interface level to communicate with external data loggers, navigation systems and other devices. The serial ports are accessible via the extension cable that features a DB9 female data connector.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting ROUBLESHOOTING LED Status Indicators Verifying Differential GPS Signal Troubleshooting Table Part Number 2005906 Rev C...

  • Page 24: Led Status Indicators

    GPS 1500 User Guide LED Status Indicators The GPS 1500 uses one tri-colored LED, which indicates important status information. • Red indicates the power is on • Amber indicates a GPS lock • Flashing green indicates DGPS is being acquired •...
  • Page 25 • The volume of data requested to be output by the GPS 1500 could be higher than what the current baud rate supports. Try using 4800, or higher, as the baud rate for all devices. No GPS lock •...

  • Page 26: Appendix

    Appendix PPENDIX GPS 1500 Specifications GPS 1500 Accessories Warranty Part Number 2005906 Rev C...

  • Page 27: Specifications

    GPS 1500 User Guide PECIFICATIONS The following three tables provide the power, mechanical, communication, environmental and DGPS specifications for the GPS 1500. Power Specifications Item Specification Input voltage 7 - 36 VDC Power consumption < 2 W @ 12 VDC (typical)

  • Page 28: Gps 1500 Documentation Accessories

    GPS 1500 User Guide GPS 1500 A CCESSORIES The tables below provide the available accessories for the GPS 1500. GPS 1500 Ag LeaderPart Item Number 4001372 GPS 1500 Receiver 2000161 Antenna Bracket - L-shaped GPS 1500 Documentation Accessories LeaderPart Documentation...
  • Page 29 GPS 1500. Ag Leader Technology shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages to the dealer, end user, or third parties arising from the sale, installation, or use of any Ag Leader Technology product.
  • Page 30 GPS 1500 DB-9 connection 13, 14 mobile mechanical specifications DB-9 socket mounting DB-9 socket numbering Deutsch connector numbering DGPS operating temperature...
  • Page 31 PF Advantage cable YM 2000 DB-9 connection cable positioning power cable connection power connector power consumption power input voltage power specifications radar pulse output rate radar speed adaptor cables radar speed compatibility radar speed default settings radar speed output receiver not powered receiver performance positioning...

  • Page 32: Product Registration

    If you return this registration/warranty card within 30 days of purchasing this product from your dealer, the warranty start date will be changed to the date that you purchased the product from your dealer. Ag Leader Technology reserves the right to request proof of the date of purchase stated.

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