Novatel SMART-AG Installing the PC Utilities, Power Supply Requirements, Mounting Bracket

Chapter 2 Installation and Setup

Minimum conductor size for all wiring is 0.5 mm / 20 AWG

2.1.2Installing the PC Utilities

Once the SMART-AG is connected to the PC/laptop and a power supply, install NovAtel’s PC Utilities. These include CDU, a graphical user interface program.

1.Start up the PC/laptop.

2.Insert the accompanying CD, see Figure 4 below, in the CD-ROM drive of the computer.

3.Select Install the OEMV GPS PC Utilities from the window that is automatically displayed. If the window does not automatically open when the CD is inserted, select Run from the Start menu and select the Browse button to locate Setup.exe on the CD drive.

4.Install the PC Utilities by advancing through the steps provided in the NovAtel PC Utilities setup program.

Figure 4: OEMV CD

2.1.3Power Supply Requirements

The SMART-AG requires +8 to +36 VDC for the input power to the receiver. See Page 51 for more power supply specifications.

The SMART-AG cable provides power in (with a BATT+ label) and power ground (with a BATT- label) bare wires for connections from the SMART-AG to a 12 to 24V vehicular power system (or equivalent) protected by a 5A Fast Blow Fuse (user supplied). See its cable details starting on Page 54.

WARNING: The SMART-AG power source must be protected by a 5A Fast Blow Fuse or damage to wiring may result (not covered by warranty).

If the voltage supplied is above or below the specified range, the receiver will suspend operation. If the voltage supplied is above 48V, the receiver may be permanently damaged, voiding your warranty.

2.1.4Mounting Bracket

A mounting kit is provided along with the SMART-AG to facilitate mounting the receiver to a surface.

To install the mounting bracket provided with the SMART-AG Development kit, using the adhesive

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