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Theory of Operation

If ephemeris or almanac data is available for the lost satellite, then the satellite's velocity is factored into the center frequency calculation. The diminished accuracy of an older almanac is accounted for in the width of the search range. If neither the ephemeris nor almanac is available, then the Doppler frequency at last lock is searched for two minutes. If the satellite has not been re-acquired after two minutes, then the maximum expected Doppler frequency, based on satellite dynamics, is searched.

If the current position is not accurately known, the search width is increased. If the smart antenna is computing velocity or velocity aiding is provided, then the receiver's motion is also factored into the Doppler frequency. If velocity information is not available, then the dynamics code is used to determine the maximum expected Doppler frequency.

The re-acquisition time for momentary signal blockages is typically under two seconds.

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