Novatel OM-20000077 user manual Data Requests, Configurable Parameters, Receiver States

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4.3Data Requests

Data may be requested for output by the receiver for display or logging purposes. The list of data request commands and data messages is detailed in the L1 GPS Firmware Reference Manual.

4.4Configurable Parameters

Several parameters of the receiver and the base station are configurable and therefore, you must define them prior to operation.

Your receiver must be a BASE model to act as a base station. A list of models is in Appendix A of the L1 GPS Firmware Reference Manual and in our Price List available from the Sales side menu of our website at www.novatel.com.

4.4.1Mask Angle

The mask angle is defined as the minimum satellite elevation angle (in degrees) above which any given satellite must be in order for it to be used in the GPS position solution. Low satellites usually do not yield accurate measurements due to weak signal reception and possible multipath. Typical mask angle values range from 5°- 10°, depending on the receiver’s location. This value is programmable using command Message ID# 81, Set Mask Angle.

4.4.2GPS Antenna Position

For the base station, it is imperative to fix the position. This can be done using either the X-Y-Z coordinates in meters within the WGS-84 reference frame, or latitude and longitude in degrees and height in meters (LLH coordinates) by selecting Tool Setting Set Operating Mode in the main menu of StarView.

You can also set the X-Y-Z coordinates using Message ID# 80, Set User’s Position/Operating Mode.

4.5Receiver States

4.5.1Non-Operational State

The receiver’s non-operational state is OFF mode. In OFF mode, only the data contained in the NVM is retained for use when power is re-applied. See Section 3.5, Protocol Selection and Non Volatile Memory starting on Page 24 for details on retained data. A supercap allows the SUPERSTAR II to maintain data and time during OFF mode for a period of 3 days to a week.

4.5.2Operational States

The receiver has 6 operating modes:

Self-Test

Initialization

Acquisition

Navigation

Dead-Reckoning

Fault

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Contents Superstar Proprietary Notice Table of Contents Appendices Tables Figures Software License Software License Contact Information Firmware UpdatesElectrostatic Discharge CE Notice Warranty Policy Related Publications Congratulations ScopeRelated Publications Superstar II GPS Card IntroductionIntroduction Chapter FlexPak-SSIIChapter Introduction Radio Frequency RF Section Receiver SpecificationsPhysical Characteristics System ArchitectureGPS Antenna Enclosure and Wiring HarnessPrincipal Power Supply Optional LNA Power SupplyTypical System Configuration Reference Description InstallationSerial Connection Chapter InstallationElectrostatic Discharge Equipment InterconnectionAntenna Location Installation ConsiderationsPower Connection Installation ChapterBase Station and Rover Units Separation Connectors and Connector Pins Assignment1 J1 Interface and Power Connector Data LinkSerial Data Interface RF Connector J2RF Input Preamplifier Power Pass-Through Antenna SupplyProtocol Selection and Non Volatile Memory Memory Back-UpDiscretes IP2 and IP3 functions Use of DiscretesNon Volatile Memory Default ConfigurationNon-Volatile Memory Data Description Reference Installation OverviewOperation Typical Operational Configuration Reference DescriptionOperation Chapter Serial Port Default SettingsCommunications with the Receiver Getting StartedChapter Operation Power-Up InformationBoot Information Operational InformationData Requests Configurable ParametersReceiver States Self-Test Mode Built-In Status Tests Dead-Reckoning ModeDatum Support RTCM-Format Messages Message FormatsRTCM1 Differential GPS Corrections Fixed RTCM9 Partial Satellite Set Differential Corrections RTCM2 Delta Differential GPS Corrections FixedChapter Message Formats Message Formats Chapter Nmea Format Data MessagesPositioning Modes of Operation GPS System ErrorsSingle-Point or Autonomous Positioning Modes of Operation Chapter Satellite-Based Augmentation System SbasSbas Messages Sbas ReceiverChapter Positioning Modes of Operation Positioning Modes of Operation Chapter Cable Lengths Vs. Gain TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Chapter Appendix a Technical SpecificationsSuperstar II Family Performance Output Messages Technical Specifications Appendix aMechanical Drawing Appendix a Technical SpecificationsJ1 Interfaces and Power Connector Pin Assignment Connector Pin AssignmentO Signals Voltage Limits 3 I/O Electrical CharacteristicsAppendix B FlexPak-SSII SpecificationsPort Pin-Outs Status IndicatorsAppendix B FlexPak-SSII Specifications FlexPak Status IndicatorsAutomobile Power Adapter Cable NovAtel part number FlexPak-SSII Specifications Appendix BCables FlexPak 13-Pin Serial Cable 3.2 13-Pin Deutsch to DB9 Serial Cable NovAtel part numberDescription Setup and OperationNormal Setup Development KitDifferential GPS Setup Dgps Setup with the FlexPak-SSIIStarView Software Installation Cable Selection Antenna SpecificationsCoaxial Cable Specifications Appendix CTypical Current Consumption Versus Antenna Gain Antenna Specifications Appendix CGeodetic Active Antenna Antenna Gain Depending on Cable Length RequiredRecommended Geodetic Active Antennas Appendix C Antenna SpecificationsActive Antenna Passive AntennaGPS Antenna 201-990146-716 MCX, +12 dB Passive Antenna Specifications Patch ElementGPS Antenna 201-990147-606 +26 dB Antenna Specifications Appendix C Standards/References Appendix DRe-Acquisition Appendix ETtff and Satellite Acquisition Time-To-First-Fix TtffSystem Requirements Utility InstallationAppendix F Updating Receiver FirmwareRegistration Key Accepted Starting Software and Options UpdateUpdating Receiver Firmware Appendix F Appendix F Updating Receiver Firmware Programming SuccessSpace Segment Appendix GGPS Overview GPS System DesignAppendix G GPS Overview Height RelationshipsControl Segment User SegmentGPS Overview Appendix G GPS PositioningAccuracy versus Precision1 Single-Point vs. Relative PositioningStatic vs. Kinematic Positioning MultipathReal-time vs. Post-mission Data Processing Consequences of Multipath Reception Why Does Multipath Occur?Antenna Site Selection Hardware Solutions For Multipath ReductionAntenna Designs GPS Signal Multipath vs. Increased Antenna HeightGPS Overview Appendix G Glossary of Terms Appendix HGlossary of Terms Appendix H Appendix H Glossary of Terms Glossary of Terms Appendix H Acronyms AppendixAcronyms Appendix Appendix Acronyms Index Index GEO, SbasIndex Index OM-20000077 Rev 2004/03/11