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SPAN Operation

Chapter 3

INS Window: The Position, Velocity and Attitude (roll, pitch and azimuth) sections display data from the INSPVA log along with standard deviations calculated from the INSCOV log. Information in the ZUPT (Zero Velocity Update) section reflects the current INSZUPT command setting. The receiver uses the X, Y and Z Offset fields to specify an offset from the IMU, for the output position and velocity of the INS solution, as specified by the SETINSOFFSET command or the NovAtel Connect SPAN wizard. The INS Configuration/Status section displays the IMU type, IMU Status and local date/time information. The dial is a graphical display of the Roll, Pitch and Azimuth values indicated by an arrow on each axis.

3.2Real-Time Operation

SPAN operates through the OEM6 command and log interface. Commands and logs specifically related to SPAN operation are documented in the SPAN on OEM6 Firmware Reference Manual (OM-20000144).

Real-time operation notes:

Inertial data does not start until time is set and therefore the SPAN system does not function unless a GNSS antenna is connected with a clear view of the sky.

The inertial solution is computed separately from the GNSS solution. The GNSS solution is available from the SPAN system through the GNSS-specific logs, even without SPAN running. The integrated GNSS + INS solution is available through special INS logs documented in the SPAN on OEM6 Firmware Reference Manual (OM-20000144).

The IMU raw data is available at the maximum rate of output of the IMU (125 or 200 Hz). Because of this high data rate, a shorter header format was created. These shorter header logs are defined with an S (RAWIMUSXB rather than RAWIMUXB). We recommend using these logs instead of the standard header logs to save throughput on the COM port.

Status of the inertial solution can be monitored using the inertial status field in the INS logs, see Table 4, Inertial Solution Status on page 30.

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Contents OM-20000141 Rev September SPAN-IGMReturn Instructions Proprietary Notice WarrantyTable of Contents Frequently Asked Questions Replacement Parts Figures Tables Contact Information NovAtel Knowledge Base Before Contacting Customer SupportIndustry Canada FCC NoticesCE Notice Weee NoticeWhat is the hazard? Lightning Protection Installation and Grounding ProcedureHazard Impact Actions to Mitigate Lightning HazardsUSA Primary and Secondary Lightning Protection Ref # DescriptionFundamentals of Gnss + INS IntroductionScope System ComponentsSPAN-IGM Integrated Gnss + INS unit Gnss antenna PC softwareConventions Connector Type Connections Span InstallationRequired Equipment SPAN-IGM Hardware Use a USB cable to log raw data SPAN-IGM CablesSPAN-IGM Cables NovAtel Port PurposeTypical SPAN-IGM Set Up Serial Port Radio Hardware Set UpTypical SPAN-IGM Set Up USB Port Radio Mount the SPAN-IGM Mount the AntennaConnect the Antenna to the SPAN-IGM Connect PowerConnect a Computer to the SPAN-IGM Connect a Computer Using a Serial ConnectionConnect a Computer Using a USB Connection Connect I/O Strobe SignalsO Strobe Signals Signal Description aEnable the COM3 Serial Port Enable RS-422 serial connectionsDisable the COM3 Serial Port 8 COM3 Serial PortOdometer Requirements Odometer connectionGnss Configuration Software ConfigurationSpan IMU Configuration Pin M12 Connector Function J2 Wire Bundle On Cwpt SensorConfigure Span with Connect Off Flashing Slow 1Hz Flashing Fast 1Hz SPAN-IGM LEDsSPAN-IGM LEDs Communicating with the Span System Span OperationChapter Span Operation INS Window in NovAtel ConnectSpan Operation Chapter Real-Time OperationAscii System Start-Up and Alignment TechniquesDual Antenna Alignment Kinematic AlignmentManual Alignment Inssolutiongood Navigation ModeSolution Parameters Data CollectionVehicle to Span Frame Angular Offsets Calibration Routine  Logging Restriction Important NoticeMeasurement Timing and Frequency Wheel Sensor Update LogicSpan Wheel Sensor Messages Azimuth Sources on a Span System Set up a Wheel SensorCourse Over Ground Inertial AzimuthLog Azimuth Source Format Data Collection for Post-ProcessingVariable Lever Arm SPAN-IGM Dual Antenna InstallationConfiguring Align with SPAN-IGM Alignment on a Stationary Vehicle Aided Static Alignment Alignment on a Moving Vessel Aided Transfer AlignmentUnaided Alignment Span Align Attitude UpdatesAutomatic Alignment Mode Automatic Alignment default Span Body Frame Reference Frames Within SpanLocal-Level Frame ENU Span Vehicle Frame Enclosure FrameNovAtel Firmware and Software Firmware Updates and Model UpgradesFirmware Updates Model Upgrades Authorization CodeTypes of Firmware Files Updating or Upgrading Using the WinLoad UtilityTransferring Firmware Files Open a File to Download Using the WinLoad UtilitySearching for Card Updating using SoftLoad CommandsSoftloadsrec S-RECORD Working with S-RecordsXXXXXX,XXXXXX,XXXXXX,XXXXXX,XXXXXX,MODEL,EXPDATE Upgrading Using the Auth CommandUpgrade Procedure SPAN-IGM-A1 Technical Specifications Technical SpecificationsSPAN-IGM-A1 Mechanical Drawings SPAN-IGM-A1 Environmental SpecificationsSPAN-IGM-S1 Physical Specifications SPAN-IGM-S1 Technical SpecificationsSPAN-IGM-S1 Gnss Performance SPAN-IGM-S1 Data RatesSPAN-IGM-S1 Mechanical Drawings SPAN-IGM-S1 Environmental SpecificationsMain Port Pinout SPAN-IGM PortsPin # Label Description AUX Port PinoutSPAN-IGM Interface Cable Pin-Out Descriptions SPAN-IGM Interface CableMIC Port User PortSPAN-IGM Align Interface Cable Pin-Out Descriptions SPAN-IGM Align Interface CableCOM3 Port SPAN-IGM Auxiliary Port Interface CablePin # Labels Varf DgndAppendix B Frequently Asked QuestionsAccessories and Options Replacement PartsSpan System Part Description NovAtel PartIndex Index OM-20000141 Rev September

OM-20000141 specifications

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