Novatel SMART-AG user manual Chapter Introduction, Models and Features

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Chapter 1

Introduction

The SMART-AG is a high-performance GNSS receiver and antenna, capable of receiving and tracking different combinations of GPS L1 and GLONASS L1 code and carrier on a maximum of 36 channels. SBAS (Satellite Based Augmentation Systems include WAAS, EGNOS, and MSAS) support is standard and offers multi-system,and frequency configurations for many application requirements. Refer to the GPS+ Reference Manual for an overview of each of the above signal types, available from our website at http://www.novatel.com/support/docupdates.htm. The SMART-AG’s rear panel also features light emitting diodes (LEDs) for status indication.

The SMART-AG is a single-frequency GNSS receiver. It can optionally be GLONASS-enabled with measurements, full code and RTK positioning.

Once you connect the SMART-AG to a vehicle, it begins operating as a fully functional GNSS system. Figure 1 below shows the SMART-AG without connecting cables.

Figure 1: SMART-AG Receiver

1.1Models and Features

The main features of the SMART-AG and its multicable are:

An enhanced high performance GPS+GLONASS L1 receiver

A high performance GPS+GLONASS L1 antenna

Emulated radar output

A CAN port

Two RS-232 COM ports

LED status indicators

A water and dust tight enclosure

The SMART-AG is available in several different firmware models whose configurations may include other additional features. Some possible configurations can be seen in Table 1.

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Contents SMART-AG User Manual Proprietary Notice Table of Contents IntroductionPC Utilities Technical Specifications Tables Figures Software License Restrictions You may notSoftware License Warranty SMART-AGStandard Terms and Conditions of Sales Terms and Conditions Terms and Conditions FCC Notices Weee Notice Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC and SafetySMART-AG Regulatory Testing RoHS NoticeCustomer Service Oemv Firmware UpgradesForeword CongratulationsConventions Models and Features Chapter IntroductionModel Name Firmware Feature SMART-AG Controller ModelsChapter Installation and Setup SMART-AG SetupAdditional Equipment Required SMART-AG Connector Pin-Out Simplified SMART-AG SetupInstalling the PC Utilities Power Supply RequirementsMounting Bracket Status Indicators Additional Features and InformationConnecting Data Communications Equipment Mounting the SMART-AGCan Setup SMART-AG LED Status IndicatorsAvailable can Signals on the SMART-AG Emulated Radar ERNema Standards Serial Port Default Settings Chapter OperationCommunications with the Receiver Communicating with the Receiver Using CDU Communicating Using a Remote TerminalCommunicating Using a Personal Computer Getting StartedChapter Operation Transmitting and Receiving Corrections Basic Differential Setup DescriptionBase Station Configuration Log port message trigger periodRover Station Configuration GPS + Glonass Base and Rover ConfigurationRecommended Configuration Configuration Notes Chapter Operation CDU/Convert Installation Chapter PC UtilitiesCDU PC Utilities Chapter Chapter Gdop Chapter Convert Rinex FormatChapter Convert Command Line Switches NovAtel Logs for Rinex ConversionFirmware Upgrades Upgrading Using the Auth CommandUpdating Using the WinLoad Utility Transferring Firmware FilesUsing the WinLoad Utility Open a File to Download Downloading firmware Upgrade Process Complete Appendix a SMART-AG Specifications Dimensions SMART-AG Power/Communications Development kit Cable Colour Signal Name Label SMART-AG Cable PinoutsSMART-AG Mating Connectors Recommended Fuse and Fuse Holders Fuse Recommended Fuse/Fuse HolderSMART-AG Commands in Alphabetical Order Appendix BFreset Freset TargetLOG Abbreviated Ascii SyntaxMessage ID Description Field Name Value Type Detailed Serial Port Identifiers THISPORT31 Radarcfg Mode Description Response ModesReset Appendix C SMART-AG Logs in Alphabetical OrderRadarsignal Position or Velocity Type Type binary Type Ascii DescriptionSolution Status PendingVersion HW & SW Versions and Serial Numbers Component TypeAppendix D Replacement Parts Index Index Log OM-20000123 Rev 2008/12/16