MoTeC GPS-BL1 User Manual

GPS-BL1

User’s Manual

Contents

Using the GPS....................................................................1

Description..........................................................................................................1

GPS Mounting ....................................................................................................1

Antenna Mounting...............................................................................................1

Antenna Connection ...........................................................................................2

GPS Unit Electrical Connections.........................................................................2

GPS Configuration..............................................................................................2

Logging Device Configuration.............................................................................3

GPS Operation ...................................................................................................3

Data Analysis......................................................................................................4

Specifications.....................................................................5

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The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

While every effort is taken to ensure correctness, no responsibility will be taken for the consequences of any

inaccuracies or omissions in this manual.

9 May, 2007

MoTeC Using the GPS 1

Using the GPS

Description

The GPS-BL1 is a 10 / 20Hz GPS that is suitable for the high dynamics of
motor sport applications and is compatible with Motec ADL2, SDL & ACL
logging devices.

The GPS-BL1 consists of a GPS unit and a separate antenna.
The unit comes standard as 10Hz but can be upgraded to 20Hz at any time

using an upgrade code.
The unit provides speed and position information, as well as altitude, heading,

date, time and GPS statistics.
The speed information can be used for display and logging purposes avoiding

the need for wheel speed sensors.
The position information can be used in the i2 data analysis software to create

track maps and to show and compare the driven lines.

GPS Mounting

The GPS unit should be mounted inside the vehicle in a position where it is
protected from water and other fluids.

Antenna Mounting

The antenna is fully sealed and should be mounted on an external horizontal
surface that has a clear view of the sky.

The antenna should be mounted away from sources of interference including
other antennas.

If mounting on a non metallic surface it may be necessary to add a metallic
ground plane under the unit that to improve the signal level. The ground plane
should be at least 150mm (6in) square and may be made of aluminium or
steel.

The antenna has a magnetic mounting base.