Juniper Systems GNSS-RTK-628 User Manual
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628 GNSS RTK Expansion Pack
628 GNSS RTK Expansion Pack Overview
The 628 GNSS RTK Expansion Pack incorporates a highly
accurate NovAtel OEM628 RTK GPS receiver and an
EDGE class 2.5G GSM wireless modem into the Carlson
Surveyor+ and the Juniper Systems TK6000 handheld.
This combination enables precision measurements to be
made with a small, lightweight handheld device.
NovAtel OEM628 RTK GPS Receiver
The NovAtel OEM628 RTK GPS receiver provides
positioning technology using GPS and GLONASS
multi-frequency receivers. These receivers feature
NovAtel’s AdVance RTK and ALIGN technologies. A
120 channel ASIC tracks all current and upcoming
GNSS constellations and satellite signals including GPS,
GLONASS, Galileo and Compass. Congurable channels
optimize satellite availability in any condition. The
OEM628 is soware upgradable to track future signals as
they become available. An OmniSTAR receiver provides
GPS correction signals and the ability to receive the new
constellation of satellites in the L5 band.
GSM Wireless Modem
The EDGE class 2.5G GSM wireless modem adds realtime data connectivity to the handheld device via GSM
networks.
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Handheld Batteries
It is strongly recommended that two baery packs be
used in the handheld. This should provide approximately
six hours of continuous operation.
GPS Receiver Operation
Support for the precision GPS receiver in the RTK GPS
expansion pack is provided by the application soware
supplier. Please consult the document provided by your
application soware provider for the proper operation of
the GPS receiver with your specic application soware.
The GPS receiver uses COM port 7 and COM port 8 with a
default of 9600 baud, 8 data, no parity, 1 stop bit.
GPS Antenna
We recommend that you use the Novatel antenna model
702-GGL.
There are two models, one for North America and one for
international use. The North American antenna supports
850 Mhz and 1900 Mhz frequencies, and is marked with
three horizontal bands at the base of the antenna. The
international antenna supports 900 Mhz and 1800 Mhz
frequencies, and is marked with four horizontal bands.
Please consult with your carrier services provider to
conrm the proper frequencies. Use of an incorrect
antenna may impact range and power performance.
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L-band Positioning Mode
L-band equipped receivers allow you to achieve submeter accuracy. In order to use this positioning mode, you
need an L-band-capable antenna and you must enable
L-band tracking to the OmniSTAR signal. A subscription
to OmniSTAR is required to use the OmniSTAR service.
For more information on L-band positioning, go to
NovAtel’s website at hp://www.novatel.com. Select
Support | Knowledge and Learning | Application Notes.
Look for the application note called APN-051 Positioning
Modes of Operation.
OmniSTAR Subscription and Activation
Before you contact OmniSTAR to set up a subscription,
nd out what the receiver’s OmniSTAR serial number is
(it is dierent from the NovAtel serial number.) It is a six
digit number in the range 100000 to 9999999. Refer to the
soware operator’s manual for specic instructions to
obtain the OmniSTAR serial number.
Once you know what the serial number is, contact
OmniSTAR at 1-888-883-8476 or 713-785-5850. In order to
activate an OmniSTAR subscription, the receiver must be
powered and tracking an L-band satellite. When advised
by OmniSTAR of the appropriate satellite frequency
and data link rate for your location, follow the soware
instructions to congure your receiver.
The latest frequencies can be obtained from the
OmniSTAR website at hp://www.omnistar.com.
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Wireless Modem Operation
The following steps are required to get the GSM modem
ready to use:
Set up a wireless service data account for the GSM
modem and receive a SIM (Subscriber Identication
Module) card.
Install the SIM card in the wireless modem, and seal
the card portal.
Install the expansion pack and antennas on the
handheld.
Run the setup program to congure the modem.
CAUTION: Damage to the RTK GPS expansion pack can
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occur if it is installed or removed while the handheld in
running or in suspend. Ensure the handheld has been
completely powered o before installing or removing the
RTK GPS Expansion Pack. This is done by holding the
power buon down until the power menu pops up and
selecting the Power O option.
GSM Account Set Up and Activation Process
Follow these steps to set up a wireless account:
1. Contact your wireless provider to obtain an account
and SIM card. Since you already have the equipment,
and all you need is to set up an account, it is best to
work directly with the wireless provider, i.e.; AT&T,
T-Mobile, Vodafone, etc.
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2. When you contact the wireless provider, inform them
that you have a wireless data modem and need to set
up data service for this device. Your company may
already have a business account with a provider. If
so, you can add the account you need for this device
to your business account.
3. Be prepared to provide the following information
when seing up an account:
• Billing Information and business ID such as your
Federal Tax I.D. or VAT number.
• The wireless services required: You need data
only service. You probably want an unlimited
data plan. You do not need voice or messaging
services (the modem does not
• The modem’s 15-character IMEI number: This is
support t hem).
shown on the Cell Modem Setup screen shown
below:
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You may be asked for the modem’s model number.
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This number allows the carrier to verify this modem
has been approved for use on their network. The
internal modem module is a MultiTech model
MTSMC-E1.
IMPORTANT: Do not confuse this number with the
model number of the handheld computer which is
not needed by the carrier.
Inserting the SIM Card into the Wireless Modem
Insert the SIM Card into the RTK GPS Expansion Pack
wireless modem as follows:
1. Remove the rubber cover with SIM printed on it from
the RTK GPS Expansion Pack.
2. Insert the SIM card
carefully, making
sure that the card is
inserted in the correct
orientation. The beveled
corner on the card lines
up with the outline on
the socket, with the gold
electrical contacts facing
towards the socket.
CAUTION: There is space
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between the case and the
socket. When inserting the card make sure that the
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card is inserted into the connector and not into the
space above or below the connector.
3. Replace the rubber cover. Run a nger around the
outside edge to make sure the gasket is ush with the
case.
CAUTION: If the rubber cover is not replaced the unit
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is no longer sealed and the warranty is void.
Attaching the Expansion Pack to the Handheld
Follow these instructions to aach the RTK GPS
Expansion Pack to the handheld:
1. Power o the handheld by holding down the power
buon for a few seconds and selecting Power O
from the Power Buon menu.
2. Loosen the top four
screws on the back
of the handheld as
shown.
3. Remove the cover
and screws from
the handheld. (The
cover is not used
with the pack.
Place the cover and
screws someplace where you can nd them in the
fut u r e.)
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