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List of Figures...........................................................v

List of Tables ..........................................................vii

Notices .........................................................viii

Trademarks ...............................................................viii

FCC Notice................................................................. ix

User Notice.................................................................ix

Limited Warranty .........................................................x

StarFire™ Licensing....................................................x

USG FAR.................................................................... xi

Global Navigation Satellite System............................xi

Revision History......................................................xii

Use of this Document............................................xiii

Related Documents.......................................................xiii

SF-3050 Quick Start Guide.......................................xiii

StarUtil-3000 User Guide......................................... xiv

Sapphire Technical Reference Manual.................... xiv

RINEXUtil User Guide..............................................xiv

Integrators Toolkit..................................................... xiv

NavCom Release Notes........................................... xiv

Related Standards......................................................... xv

ICD-GPS-200 ............................................................ xv

Galileo OS SIS ICD...................................................xv

GLONASS ICD, Version 5.0, 2002............................xv

RTCM-SC-104...........................................................xv

CMR, CMR+..............................................................xv

RINEX........................................................................ xv

QZSS.........................................................................xv

NMEA-0183.............................................................. xvi

Publicly-Operated SBAS Signals ............................. xvi

Chapter 1 Getting Started ................................17

Product Configuration Files ...........................................18

Connect Equipment.......................................................19

Save Folder/Files to PC.................................................21

Establish Communications ............................................22

Determine Current Firmware Versions..........................24

Upload Firmware ...........................................................27

Upload Software Options...............................................29

Upload StarFire License................................................32

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Confirm StarFire Navigation......................................34

Factory Default User Profile ..........................................35

Upload User Profile (optional) .......................................36

Chapter 2 Introduction..................................... 37

System Overview...........................................................37

GNSS Sensor System...............................................37

Performance Upgrade Path.......................................39

Accuracy....................................................................41

Features … Applies to All Software Bundles ............42

Output Data Rate ......................................................42

NCT Binary Proprietary Data.....................................42

NMEA-0183 Data......................................................43

Software Bundles...........................................................44

SF-3050G..................................................................45

SF-3050S ..................................................................45

SF-3050M..................................................................46

Bluetooth........................................................................46

Antennae .......................................................................47

Rover.........................................................................47

Base ..........................................................................48

Airborne.....................................................................49

Tall L-band (High Lat L-Band Antenna Kit option)....49

Controller .......................................................................50

Applications...............................................................53

Unique Features............................................................54

Chapter 3 Interfacing........................................ 59

Electrical Power.............................................................59

Proper Shutdown of SF-3050....................................63

Communication Ports ....................................................65

Supplied USB Device Cable......................................69

Bluetooth Communications Setup.............................70

Accessories ...................................................................74

Optional Data Cables................................................74

High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (Option)...............79

Logging to USB Flash Drive Via USB Host Cable....81

Direct Ethernet Connection Via Static IP Address....84

Event..............................................................................88

1 PPS.............................................................................88

Indicator Panel...............................................................89

Chapter 4 Installation....................................... 93

Antennae...................................................................93

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Tall L-band Antenna (High Latitude L-Band Antenna

Kit option) ..................................................................95

GNSS Sensor............................................................96

Communication Port Connectivity.............................98

GNSS Antenna Connector......................................100

Basics of RTK Surveying.............................................102

Chapter 5 Configuration.................................105

Factory Default Output Messages...............................107

Message Descriptions.............................................108

User Profiles ................................................................110

Profile NONE...........................................................111

3rd Party Controller Configuration Settings..................111

Over The Air StarFire Licensing ..................................111

Over The Air Broadcast...........................................112

Verify License Is Saved...........................................113

Chapter 6 Safety Instructions........................115

Transport.................................................................115

Maintenance............................................................115

External Power Source............................................115

Safety First ..............................................................116

A GNSS Module Specifications.........................117

Features ..................................................................117

Performance............................................................118

Tracking Characteristics..........................................118

Signals Tracked.......................................................119

Receiver Noise Figure.............................................119

Time-To-First-Fix.....................................................120

Signal Reacquisition................................................120

Dynamics.................................................................120

Measurement Performance.....................................121

Pull-In Times............................................................122

User programmable output rates.............................122

Data Latency and Memory......................................123

1PPS .......................................................................123

Connector Assignments ..........................................123

Input/Output Data Messages...................................124

Satellite Based Augmentation System Signals.......124

Physical and Environmental....................................125

LED Display Functions............................................125

B Antenna Specifications ..................................127

Rover/Airborne Antennae Radiation Pattern...........131

Base Antenna Radiation Pattern.............................133

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Radiation Pattern.....................................................137

C StarFire ........................................................ 143

Description...............................................................143

Infrastructure ...........................................................144

Reliability.................................................................145

How to Access the StarFire Service............................146

D Event Input Configuration ............................. 149

Glossary ........................................................ 151

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List of Figures

Figure 1: SF-3050 Rear View............................................19

Figure 2: Folders on PC....................................................21

Figure 3: StarUtil-3000......................................................22

Figure 4: Port Configuration Dialog Box ...........................23

Figure 5: StarUtil-3000 Communication Window..............24

Figure 6: Input Terminal Window......................................24

Figure 7: Version Command.............................................25

Figure 8: Example of Installed Firmware ..........................25

Figure 9: Firmware Folder.................................................26

Figure 10: Comparing Current & Installed Firmware........26

Figure 11: Receiver Options.............................................27

Figure 12: GNSS Receiver Firmware ...............................28

Figure 13: Firmware Upload..............................................28

Figure 14: Successful Firmware Upload...........................29

Figure 15: Software Options.............................................30

Figure 16: Software Options Upload.................................30

Figure 17: Successful Software Options Upload..............30

Figure 18: GNSS Receiver Window..................................31

Figure 19: StarFire License...............................................32

Figure 20: StarFire License Upload..................................33

Figure 21: Successful StarFire License Upload................33

Figure 22: StarFire Menu Item..........................................34

Figure 23: Position, Velocity & Time Menu Item...............34

Figure 24: Nav Mode: StarFire..........................................35

Figure 25: SF-3050 Supplied Equipment..........................51

Figure 26: Rover, Base, and Airborne Antennae..............52

Figure 27: Universal Power Adapter.................................60

Figure 28: AC Power Cord................................................60

Figure 29: Unterminated Power Cable..............................61

Figure 30: Power Cable Pin Assignment..........................62

Figure 31: SF-3050 Front View.........................................64

Figure 32: SF-3050 Rear View .........................................64

Figure 33: Supplied Data Cables......................................66

Figure 34: COM1 Serial Cable Pin Assignment................68

Figure 35: COM2 Serial Cable Pin Assignment................68

Figure 36: USB Device Cable Pin Assignment.................69

Figure 37: Search for Bluetooth Devices in Range...........70

Figure 38: Bluetooth Devices in Range ............................71

Figure 39: Bluetooth Serial Port Icon................................71

Figure 40: Bluetooth Virtual COM Port Connection..........72

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Figure 41: Bluetooth Properties........................................72

Figure 42: Bluetooth Port Configuration............................73

Figure 43: Input Terminal PING Command......................73

Figure 44: SF-3050 Optional Data Cables........................74

Figure 45: Optional USB Host Cable Pin Assignment......75

Figure 46: Optional Ethernet Cable Pin Assignment........76

Figure 47: Optional USB Device/RS-232/RS-422 Y-Cable

Pin Assignment................................................77

Figure 48: Optional Ethernet/RS-232/1PPS Y-Cable Pin

Assignment......................................................79

Figure 49: High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (option)......80

Figure 50: Input Terminal -- USBMODE...........................82

Figure 51: Local Area Connection Window ......................85

Figure 52: Internet Protocol Window.................................86

Figure 53: Ethernet Port Configuration.............................87

Figure 54: SF-3050 Indicator Panel..................................89

Figure 55: Rover, Base, Airborne GNSS Antennae..........93

Figure 56: SF-3050 Base Plate Dimensions Without

Mounting Brackets...........................................97

Figure 57: SF-3050 Base Plate Dimensions With Mounting

Brackets...........................................................97

Figure 58: Communication Port Connections...................99

Figure 59: RTK Setup – Good Line of Sight...................103

Figure 60: RTK Setup – Poor Line of Sight ....................103

Figure 61: Rover GNSS Antenna Offset.........................128

Figure 62: Rover (P/N 82-001020-3001) Antenna

Dimensions....................................................129

Figure 63: Airborne (P/N 82-001022-3001LF) Antenna

Dimensions....................................................130

Figure 65: Base (P/N 82-001021-3001LF) Antenna

Dimensions....................................................132

Figure 66: Base GNSS Antenna Radiation Pattern........133

Figure 68: AN-2001L Radiation Pattern..........................137

Figure 69: P/N 82-051001-0001LF Combiner

Dimensions....................................................139

Figure 70: GNSS Port Notch...........................................140

Figure 71: StarFire Port BANDPASS..............................141

Figure 72: StarFire Network............................................148

Figure 73: Event Cable Wiring Diagram.........................149

Figure 74: DTE to DCE RS-232 Pin Assignments..........154

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List of Tables

Table 1: Performance Upgrade Path – Position & Data

Rates...................................................................39

Table 2: Performance Upgrade Path – Signals................40

Table 3: Performance Upgrade Path – RTK.....................40

Table 4: Performance Upgrade Path – 1PPS/Event.........41

Table 5: Supplied Equipment............................................51

Table 6: SF-3050 Antennae..............................................52

Table 7: External Power Cable Pin-Out............................59

Table 8: DC Power Cable Pin Assignments .....................61

Table 9: COM1 Serial Cable Pin-Outs (P/N 94-310260-

3006LF)...............................................................67

Table 10: COM2 Serial Cable Pin-Outs (P/N 94-310260-

3006LF).............................................................67

Table 11: USB Device Cable Pin Assignment (P/N 94-

310266-3006LF) ...............................................69

Table 12: Optional Data Cables........................................74

Table 13: Optional USB Host Cable Pin Assignment.......75

Table 14: Optional Ethernet Cable Pin Assignment .........76

Table 15: Optional USB Device/RS-232/RS-422 Y-Cable

Pin Assignment.................................................77

Table 16: Optional Ethernet (LAN)/RS-232/1PPS Y-Cable

Pin Assignment.................................................78

Table 17: High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (option).......80

Table 18: GNSS LED Indication .......................................90

Table 19: StarFire Link LED Indication.............................90

Table 20: Data I/O Active LED Indication .........................91

Table 21: Bluetooth Connectivity LED Indication..............91

Table 22: Acceptable Cable Lengths..............................100

Table 23: Factory Default NCT Messages &

Responses......................................................107

Table 24: Rover, Base, and Airborne GNSS Antenna....127

Table 25: Tall L-band Antenna (High Latitude L-Band

Antenna Kit)....................................................134

Table 26: Combiner (High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit)138

Table 27: Event Wiring Connections...............................149

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Notices

SF-3050 GNSS Products User Guide P/N 96-310034-3001 Rev A July 2009

Serial Number:

Date Delivered:

Purchased From:

Copyright

computer program(s) described herein may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted by any means, without the expressed written consent of the copyright holders. Translation in any language is prohibited without the expressed written consent of the copyright holders.

Trademarks

‘find your way’, ‘NavCom Globe’ and ‘NAVCOM TECHNOLOGY’ logos are trademarks of NavCom Technology, Inc. StarFire™ is a registered trademark of Deere & Company. All other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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FCC Notice

This device complies with Part 15 Subpart B Class B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

The GNSS sensor has been tested in accordance with FCC regulations for electromagnetic interference. This does not guarantee noninterference with other equipment. Additionally, the GNSS sensor may be adversely affected by nearby sources of electromagnetic radiation.

User Notice

NavCom Technology, Inc. shall not be responsible for any inaccuracies, errors, or omissions in information contained herein, including, but not limited to, information obtained from third party sources, such as publications of other companies, the press, or competitive data organizations.

This publication is made available on an “as is” basis and NavCom Technology, Inc. specifically disclaims all associated warranties, whether express or implied. In no event will NavCom Technology, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with the use of or reliance on the material contained in this publication, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. NavCom Technology, Inc. reserves the right to make improvements or changes to this publication and the products and services herein described at any time, without notice or obligation.

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Limited Warranty

NavCom warrants that its Products will be free from defects in material and workmanship at the time of delivery. The warranty period is one (1) year from date of purchase of the Product(s). Under this warranty, Products found to be defective in material or in workmanship will be repaired or replaced at the discretion of NavCom at no cost to the Customer, provided that the Customer returns the defective Product to NavCom and pays all transportation charges, duties, and taxes associated with the return of the Product. Parts replaced during the warranty period do not extend the period of the basic warranty.

This provision does not extend to any NavCom Products which have been subjected to misuse, accident or improper installation, maintenance or application, nor does it extend to Products repaired or altered outside the NavCom production facility unless authorized in writing by NavCom.

This provision is expressly accepted by the customer in lieu of any or all other agreements, statements or representations, expressed or implied, in fact or in law, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose and of all duties or liabilities of NavCom to the customer arising out of the use of the goods, and no agreement or understanding varying or extending the same will be binding upon NavCom unless in writing, signed by a duly-authorized officer of NavCom. No implied warranty of fitness and merchantability is made.

StarFire™ Licensing

The StarFire signal requires a subscription and software option that must be purchased in order to access the service. Licenses are non-transferable,

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and are subject to the terms of the StarFire Signal License agreement. For further details on the StarFire Signal Network, its capabilities, terms and conditions visit www.navcomtech.com to sales@navcomtech.com

or send an email inquiry

USG FAR

Technical Data Declaration (Jan 1997) The Contractor, NavCom Technology, Inc., hereby

declares that, to the best of its knowledge and belief, the technical data delivered herewith under Government contract (and subcontracts, if appropriate) are complete, accurate, and comply with the requirements of the contract concerning such technical data.

Global Navigation Satellite System

Global Navigation Satellite Systems (i.e., GPS, GLONASS, Galileo) are under the control of the respective Governmental agency and the operation of these satellites may be changed at any time without warning.

GPS Selective availability (S/A code) was disabled on 02 May 2000 at 04:05 UTC. The United States government has stated that present GPS users use the available signals at their own risk.

The U.S. State Department International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) regulations limit the performance of commercial GNSS products. As a result, access to satellite measurements and navigation results will be limited from display and recordable output when predetermined values of velocity and altitude are exceeded. These threshold values are far in excess of the normal and expected operational parameters of the SF-3050 GNSS Sensor.

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Revision History

Rev A (July 2009) Initial release

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Use of this Document

This User Guide is intended to be used by someone familiar with the concepts of GNSS and satellite surveying equipment.

 Note indicates additional information

to make better use of the product.

This symbol means Reader Be

Careful. Indicates a caution, care, and/or safety situation. The user might do something that could result in equipment damage or loss of data.

This symbol means Danger. You are in

a situation that could cause bodily injury. Before you work on any equipment, be aware of the hazards involved with electrical and RF circuitry and be familiar with standard practices for preventing accidents.

Revisions to this User Guide can be obtained in a digital format from

http://www.navcomtech.com/Support/

Related Standards

ICD-GPS-200

NAVSTAR GPS Space Segment / Navigation User Interfaces Standard. ARINC Research Corporation; 2250 E. Imperial Highway; El Segundo, California 90245

Galileo OS SIS ICD

European Space Agency. 8-10 rue Mario Nikis, F-75738 Paris CEDEX 15, France

GLONASS ICD, Version 5.0, 2002

Russian Space Agency, Information Analytical Centre Internet: http://www.glonass-ianc.rsa.ru/

RTCM-SC-104

Recommended Standards For Differential GNSS Service. Radio Technical Commission For Maritime Services; 1800 N. Kent St, Suite 1060; Arlington, Virginia 22209

CMR, CMR+

Compact Measurement Record; Trimble Navigation Limited; 935 Stewart Drive; Sunnyvale, CA 94085

RINEX

Receiver Independent Exchange Format; Astronomical Institute of the University of Berne

QZSS

Quasi Zenith Satellite System. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). 7-44-1 Jindaiji Higashimachi, Chofu-shi, Tokyo 182-8522.

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NMEA-0183

National Marine Electronics Association Standard For Interfacing Marine Electronic Devices. NMEA National Office; 7 Riggs Avenue; Severna Park, Maryland 21146

Publicly-Operated SBAS Signals

RTCA/DO-229D

The Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA) develops consensus-based recommendations regarding communications, navigation, surveillance, and air traffic management (CNS/ATM) system issues.

RTCA. 1828 L Street, NW, Suite 805, Washington, DC 20036.

These organizations implement the RTCA/DO-229D standard set by RTCA:

WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System)

U.S. Depart Administration. 800 Independence Ave, SW, Washington, DC 20591

EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service)

European Space Agency. 8, 10 rue Mario-Nikis, F-75738 Paris Cedex 15, France.

MSAS (MTSAT Satellite-based Augmentation System)

Japan Civil Aviation Bureau. Ministry of Transport. Kasumigaseki 2-1-3, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100, Japan.

GAGAN (GPS Aided Geo Augmented Navigation)

Indian Space Research Bhavan, New Bel Road, Bangalore - 560 094, India.

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Chapter 1 .........................Getting Started

This chapter provides instructions to enable the robust functionality of the SF-3050.

 Confirm that all ordered equipment is delivered.

Refer to these tables for detailed lists:

• Supplied Equipment: Table 5

• Optional Data Cables: Table 12

• High Latitud

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e L-Band Antenna Kit (option):

 If any items are missing or damaged,

immediately contact NavCom Customer Support:

Telephone: +1 (310) 381-2000 Web:

http://www.navcomtech.com/Contact/Contact Support.cfm

Consult your dealer to determine if the

SF-3050 is already fully configured. If it is configured, the SF-3050 is ready to use. To get started, refer only to the sections below to connect equipment and operate the receiver.

If the SF-3050 is not dealer-configured,

the receiver is not operational until the steps in this chapter are performed.

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Product Configuration Files

All the files needed to setup the ordered configuratio of the SF-3050 are included on the SF-3050 Product Configura or provided by email, depending on order was fulfilled. The main product configuration

es are:

fil

  Software Options (*.lic): The options enable the



 StarUtil-3000 (Starutil-3k_v1_0_x.exe): NavCom

tion USB Flash Drive (P/N 82-043000-0

how the dealer

Firmware (*.s19): The most current firmware.

functionality of the SF-3050. Software Options may be purchased in a bundle and/or individually.

tarFire License (*.dat): The SF-30 S 50 is hardware

ready for StarFire. The StarFire License and the

St rFire Software Option are required to enable

StarFire Subscription Service.

the

The StarFire Software Option is standard for the SF-3050 G, S, and M Software and may also be purchased individually. The StarFire License is a purchased item in addition to the StarFire Software Option.

Windows-based control program is used to uplo the product configuration files.

Bundles,

’s

USB Driver (navcomx1c45x3050.inf)



User Profiles (*.npt): The SF-3050 is already



configured with a factory default User Profile. If

esired, replace the fact

d ory default user profile with a predefined profile, or create a profile. Predefined User Profiles are available on the USB Flash Drive or by email.

 Refer to Chapter 5/User Profiles for details.

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Connect Equipment

ANTENNA

Refer to Figure 1 for the steps below:

Use one of the two supplied data cables for

1. communications:

COM1 - LAN

Figure 1: SF-3050 Rear View

COM2 - USB

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POWER

• DB9S cable (P/N 94-310260-3006LF):

Connect the Positronic connector end to COM2 - USB at the rear of SF-3050. Connect the DB9S end to the PC.

• USB 2.0 Device cable (P/N 94-310266-

3006LF): Connect the Positronic connector end to COM2 - USB at the rear of SF-3050. Plug the USB plug end into the PC.

 For this initial configuration, Bluetooth

connectivity is not available. Refer to Chapter 3/Communication Ports for details on th

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2. Mount the supplied GNSS antenna (P/N 82001020-3001LF) to a mast. Locate the antenna in an area with a 360° clear view of the sky.

 Refer to Chapter 4/Antennae for additional

considerations and restrictions.

3. Connect the supplied GNSS antenna cable (P/N 94-310261-3012LF) to the GNSS antenna. Connect the other end of the cable to the TNC connector, labeled ANT, at the rear of the SF-3050.

 Refer to Table 22 for longer cable lengths.

4. Perform these steps to setup power: a. Plug the supplied AC power cord (P/N 73-

200002-0001LF) into the supplied Universal AC/DC Power Adapter (P/N 82-0200073001LF). The adapter operates on either 120 or 240 VAC power.

 The purchase of a separate appliance

cable may be necessary if the VAC plug configuration needed is not the standard 2-prong American connector.

b. Connect the female Positronic connector end

of the Power Adapter cable into the male connector, labeled POWER, at the rear of the SF-3050.

c. Plug the AC power cord into an AC receptacle.

5. Press the front panel On/Off switch to turn on the SF-3050 (see Figure 31). All front panel LEDs illuminate fo power-up. The Power/GNSS Status LED changes from Red to Green.

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Save Folder/Files to PC

 The SF-3050 Product Configuration

USB Flash Drive includes:

• Root Directory: Software Options File and StarFire License (if purchased)

• NavCom Folder: Includes these sub-folders: Firmware, Marketing Materials, Utilities, User Guides, User Profiles. (The contents of the NavCom folder is subject to change.)

6. Plug the SF-3050 Product Configuration USB Flash Drive into the PC.

7. Browse to the USB Flash Drive.

8. Save the Software Options File, StarFire License (if purchased), and NavCom folder to the PC. Create 2 folders in the NavCom folder for the Options file and license (see Figure 2).

Figure 2: Folders on PC

 Only Software Option and StarFire

License files are sent via email. All other files are either available on NavCom’s website or via Customer Support.

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Establish Communications

9. Browse to Navcom\Utilities\StarUtil-3000 on the PC.

10. Ensure that these files are in the StarUtil-3000 folder: “Starutil-3k_v1_0_x.exe” (program executable file), “navcomx1c45x3050.inf” (USB driver), and 96-312007-3001.pdf.

The USB driver must be in the same

folder as StarUtil-3000 for the USB port to auto-recognize the SF-3050.

11. Double-click “Starutil-3k_v1_0_x.exe” to open the program.

Connections Button

Figure 3: StarUtil-3000

12. Click the Connections button to establish communications between the PC and the SF-3050 (see Figure 3). The Port Configuration dialog box opens (see Figure 4).

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Refer to Figure 4 for the steps below:

13. Depending on the current Connection Type, do not change the default option, COM Port, or select

USB.

COM Port Settings USB Settings

Figure 4: Port Configuration Dialog Box

14. Set the appropriate options according to the Connection Type:

• COM Port:

• COM Port: The appropriate PC COM Port

• Baud Rate: 57600 (keep the default)

• Parity: None (keep the default)

• USB Port:

• COM Port: The appropriate virtual PC

COM Port

15. Click the Connect button at the bottom of the dialog box.

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16. Verify that the SF-3050 is connected to the PC. Messages scrolling in the Communication window indicate that the connection is established (see Figure 5).

Figure 5: StarUtil-3000 Communication Window

Determine Current Firmware Versions

In this section, the user determines if the firmware installed in the SF-3050 is the most current. The version of the installed firmware is important to ensure the proper operation of the receiver.

17. Locate the Input Terminal window at the bottom right of StarUtil-3000 (see Figure 6).

Figure 6: Input Terminal Window

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Refer to Figure 7 for the steps below:

18. Enlarge the Input Terminal window.

19. Type [version] in the field at the bottom of the

Input Terminal window.

Figure 7: Version Command

20. Click the Send button. The receiver returns a list of the currently installed firmware.

 The firmware is identified by version

number, for example, the NAV firmware displayed in Figure 8 is version 01.00.00.003.

NAV Firmware Version

Figure 8: Example of Installed Firmware

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21. Browse to NavCom\Firmware on the PC. The Firmware folder contains the most current firmware (see example files in Figure 9). The firmware file extension is *.s19.

NAV Firmware

Figure 9: Firmware Folder

22. Compare the current NAV Firmware version in the Firmware folder with the installed version displayed in the Input Terminal window (see Figure 10).

 In the example below, the NAV firmware

in the Firmware folder is more current than the installed firmware. As a result, the user must update the NAV firmware in the receiver.

Figure 10: Co

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Firmware Folder

mparing Current & Installed Firmware

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23. Perform one of these steps:

• If the NAV firmware installed in the receiver is the most current version, go to the Upload

Software Op

•

If the NAV firmware installed in the receiver is not the most current version:

• Check the versions of the other firmware.

• Write down all the firmware that must be

updated.

• Go to the Upload Firmware section below.

tions section below.

Upload Firmware

The required PC Baud rate to upload

firmware via the supplied DB9S cable (RS-232) on COM2 is 57600 (default). This requirement does not apply to the supplied USB 2.0 Device cable.

 Typically, if any firmware needs to be

updated, it is NAV and PIOAPP.

24. Click Receiver Options in the Detailed Views menu on the left side of the GUI (see Figure 11). The Receiver Options tab opens.

Figure 11: Receiver Options

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25. Select GNSS Receiver Firmware in the File Upload window (see Figure 12).

 The File Upload window is at the top

right of the Receiver Options tab.

Figure 12: GNSS Receiver Firmware

26. Click the

27. Browse to NavCom\Firmware on the PC.

28. Select the appropriate firmware file. The path to the file appears in the upload field (see Figure 13 for an example).

button.

Upload Boot files before application

files if both types require updating.

Example Boot File: SP_boot2_ver1,0,4.s19

 The format of the NAV firmware file is:

SPv + version number.s19 Example NAV File: SPv1,0,0,4.s19

Figure 13: Firmware Upload

29. Click the Upload button. An upload progress window opens.

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 At the end of upload, a confirmation box

opens (see Figure 14).

Figure 14: Successful Firmware Upload

30. Repeat the last four steps above to upload more firmware files if necessary.

31. Do not close StarUtil-3000. Continue to the next section.

Upload Software Options

Software options may be purchased in a bundle and/or individually. The SF-3050 software bundles are: SF-3050G, SF-3050S, and SF-3050M. Refer to Chapter 2/Software Bundles for descriptions of the software options in ea

Software Options must be uploaded before the StarFire License (if

Select Software Options in the File Upload

32. window (see Figure 15)

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Figure 15: Software Options

33. Click

34.

35. Select the Software Options file. The path to the

36. Click the Upload button. At the end of upload, a

the button.

Browse to NavCom\Software Options on the PC. The Software Options file extension is *.lic.

file appears in the upload field (see Figure 16).

Figure 16: Software Options Upload

confirmation box opens.

 The Input Terminal window also displays the

outcome of the upload (see Figure 17). In the example bel Refer to the Sapphire Technical Reference manual for detailed information on the INPUTSWOPTION command (see Related Documents in the fore-matter).

ow, the upload is successful.

Figure 17: Successful Software Options Upload

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Refer to Figure 18 for the step below:

37. Click the Refresh button on the GNSS Receiver window. This ensures that the loaded Software Options are displayed in the window.

If any of the purchased Software Options

are not displayed in the GNSS Receiver window, immediately contact NavCom Customer Support. Refer to the beginning of this chapter for contact information.

 “StarFire: Option Enabled” indicates

that the StarFire Software Option is loaded. It does not indicate that a StarFire License is installed.

Figure 18: GNSS Receiver Window

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38. Do not close StarUtil-3000. Perform one of these steps:

• If a StarFire License is purchased, go to the

Upload StarFire License section.

•

If a StarFire License is not purchased, go to the Factory Default User Profile section.

Upload StarFire License

 For this initial configuration, the

StarFire license must be installed via data cable. Subsequent renewals of the license are typically transmitted to the receiver via radio broadcast. Refer to Chapter 5/Over The Air StarFire Licensing for details.

The receiver must be Tracking GPS

satellites and providing a valid position solution at the time of the StarFire license upload to accept the license.

39. Select StarFire License in the File Upload window (see Figure 19).

Figure 19: StarFire License

40. Click the

41. Browse to NavCom\StarFire License on the PC. The StarFire License file extension is *.dat.

42. Select the StarFire License file. The path to the file appears in the upload field (see Figure 20).

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Figure 20: StarFire License Upload

43. Click the Upload button.

 The Input Terminal window displays the

outcome of the upload (see Figure 21). In the example bel Refer to the Sapphire Technical Reference manual for detailed information on the INPUTSFLICENSE command (see Related

Documents in the fore-matter).

Figure 21: Successful StarFire License Upload

ow, the upload is successful.

44. Ensure that the purchased StarFire License is loaded. These tabs provide license information:

• Receiver Options tab: StarFire Licenses and

License Status windows

• StarFire tab: License Info window

 To open the StarFire tab, click StarFire in

the Detailed Views menu (see Figure 22).

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Figure 22: StarFire Menu Item

Confirm StarFire Navigation

45. Click Position, Velocity & Time in the Detailed Views menu to determine if the receiver is navigating in StarFire mode (see Figure 23). The

PVT tab opens (see Figure 24).

Figure 23: Position, Velocity & Time Menu Item

 The receiver enters StarFire mode in

approximately 3 minutes after it is first turned on, then the convergence period starts.

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Figure 24: Nav Mode: StarFire

 The Nav Mode above, StarFire Dual:RTG:

3D: Dual freq, indicates that the receiver is

navigating in StarFire dual frequency with a 3D position fix, which is very accurate. RTG is another term for StarFire (refer to the Glossary at the end of this guide).

Factory Default User Profile

Further configuration is not necessary for this initial use of the SF-3050. The receiver is pre-configured with a factory default user profile that includes settings for the various port assignments/parameters, navigation parameters, and output message lists.

If the SF-3050 does not function

properly, refer to these online tools:

• Troubleshooting Guides

• User Manuals

Contact the authorized dealer or NavCom Customer Support (Refer to the beginning of this chapter for contact information.)

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Upload User Profile (optional)

If desired, replace the factory default user profile with a predefined profile, or create a profile. Refer to the StarUtil-3000 User Guide for instructions .

 Predefined user profiles are available in the

Navcom\User Profiles folder saved on the PC.

 Refer to Chapter 5/User Profiles for

information on profiles.

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Chapter 2 ..............................Introduction

System Overview

GNSS Sensor System

The SF-3050 Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS)

sensor delivers superior accuracy to the precise positioning community. This unique receiver is designed with a robust and long-term performance upgrade path to meet changing needs via software upgrades. Increased functionality does not typically require the costly purchase of additional hardware.

The SF-3050 software-enabled featu purchased individually, cover a wide variety of applications.

The SF-3050 is uniquely suited for real-time applications in areas such as surveying, machine control, precise positioning, and construction. The sensor delivers the required millimeter measurement precision and fast update rates at low data latency. Depending on the software bundle, the SF-3050 provides flexibility to be configured as a base station, or as a rover.

Superior interference suppression (both in-band & out-band), multipath mitigation, and measurement accuracy are only a few of the sensor’s technological advances. The SF-3050 GNSS engine incorporates several patented innovations advancing the existing GNSS technology to the next generation. The receiver provides near optimal GPS P-code recovery,

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providing a significant signal to noise ratio advantage over competing technologies, among other benefits.

There are three software bundles: the SF-3050G, SF-3050S, SF-3050M. Depending upon the bundle, this receiver provides, but is not limited to:

 NavCom’s StarFire

Network: A worldwide Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS) for decimeter level position accuracy (postconvergence period). Refer to Appendix C

for

detailed information.

 RTK: This unique receiver is designed to integrate

easily into Real-Time Kinematic (RTK), field data verification, topographical surveys, and a wide variety of surveying applications. The system resolves ambiguities at startup or on satellite reacquisition typically within 2 seconds. The SF-3050 delivers centimeter level position accuracy via external RTK

correction formats. The receiver is capable of NCT RTK/UltraRTK™, RTCM 2.3 and 3.0 (code and phase), RTCM 3.1, types 1014-1017 (Network RTK

), and CMR/CMR+ DGPS operating methods. The operating software is also capable of supporting an external radio modem.

 Signal Reception: The SF-3050 GNSS engine

includes a digital ASIC to handle high speed signal processing. The sensor provides proven unparalleled performance in spite of adverse signal tracking conditions by incorporating the use of GPS (L1, L2, L2C, L5), GLONASS (G1, G2), Galileo (E1, E5a), and SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN) signals (standard for most software bundles).

 66 Signal Channels: Provides the ability to track

Dependent on the bundle:1Subscription and Software Option Required; software version 1.0.

Separate Software Option Required. 3Not supported in

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multiple frequencies of satellites in several constellations simultaneously. This allows for extended navigation in otherwise adverse conditions for a single constellation. An additional channel is dedicated to tracking StarFire signals.

The system includes a GNSS antenna, and interconnection accessories outlined in Table 12.

Performance Upgrade Path

The SF-3050 is designed with a robust and long-term performance upgrade path to meet changing needs via software upgrades. The following tables outline the standard and optional features of each SF-3050 software bundle.

Table 1: Performance Upgrade Path –

Position & Data Rates

Rate

SF-3050 Bundles

G S M

Position, Velocity, and Time 1, 5*Hz Std Std Std 10Hz Opt Opt Std 25*Hz Opt Opt Std 50, 100Hz Opt Opt Opt Raw Data 1, 5*Hz Std Std Std 10Hz Opt Opt Std 25*Hz Opt Opt Std 50, 100Hz Opt Opt Opt

 *5Hz is the default PVT and Raw Data Rate

for software bundles G and S. 25Hz is the default PVT and Raw Data Rate for bundle M.

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Table 2: Performance Upgrade Path – Signals



Signals

SF-3050 Bundles

G S M

GPS L1 Std Std Std L2 Std Std Std L2C Std Std Std L5 Std Std Std GLONASS G1 Std Std Std G2 Std Std Std Galileo (Hardware Ready) E1 Std Std Std E5a Std Std Std

Correction Source SBAS Std Std Std StarFire1 Std Std Std

The StarFire software option is standard for G, S, and M software bundles. It does not include a StarFire license, which must be purchased to use the StarFire subscription service.

Table 3: Performance Upgrade Path – RTK

RTK

SF-3050 Bundles

G S M

RTK Base Opt Std Opt

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Base RTK Rover Opt Std Opt RTK Extend Network RTK2 Opt Std Opt

Not available for version 1.0 software.

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Table 4: Performance Upgrade Path – 1PPS/Event

SF-3050 Bundles

G S M

1PPS/Event Opt Opt Std

Accuracy

SBAS

When WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, or GAGAN (RTCA/DO-229D compliant) SBAS correction signals are used, the system provides <30cm 2D position accuracy.

 System accuracy with WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS,

or GAGAN signals is subject to the quality and update rate of these publicly-operated signals. Refer to Related Standards/Publicly-Operated SBAS Signals in the fore-matter for contact information regarding the organizations that

implement the RTCA/DO-229D standard.

StarFire

The system provides <10cm positio convergence period

) when StarFire correction

signals are used.

n accuracy (post-

RTK

The system provides immediate <1cm position accuracy when UltraRTK

correction signals are used

(baseline, <40km, ±1cm +0.5ppm).

 After RTK correction signals are received, the

baseline determines how long it takes to enter

RTK mode. A rover close to the base enters

RTK mode almost immediately. For longer

See Glossary or Web-site;

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baselines, it may take a minute or two.

Features … Applies to All Software Bundles Output Data Rate

The SF-3050 GNSS receiver can output proprietary raw data at programmable rates from < predetermined rates up to 100Hz

1Hz to

and Position Velocity Time (PVT) data at programmable rates from <

1Hz to predetermined rates up to 100Hz1 through the

data ports

with less than 10ms latency. Accuracies are maintained as each output is independently calculated based on an actual GNSS position measurement, as opposed to an extrapolation/ interpolation between 1Hz measurements.

 The throughput capacity of the ports is

limited by the Baud rate and the byte size and number of messages output.

NCT Binary Proprietary Data

The sensor can output proprietary raw data containing information including (but not limited to):

 Satellite Ephemeris (EPEM1B)  Satellite Almanac (ALM1B)  Raw Pseudorange Measurements (MEAS1B)  Position, Height, & Time (PVT1B)  Velocity & Heading (PVT1B)  Signal to Noise (CHNLSTATUS1B)  Channel Status (CHNLSTATUS1B)  Correction Data (mirror data; RTKSTATUS1B)

Dependent on bundle options.

Communications Ports, for details.

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 Event/Marker (EVENTLATCHA)  Measurement Quality (PVT1B and

PSEUDORANGESTATSB)

These data can be integrated in real-time positioning applications or post-processed against any number of software applications designed to handle NCT or RINEX raw data. The Sapphire Technical Reference Manual is available on NavCom’s web site, which describes the attributes of each of the input/output records (see Related Documents in the fore-matter).

NMEA-0183 Data

The SF-3050 is capable of outputting several standard NMEA-0183 data strings (see Related Standards in the fore-matter) and several proprietary data stings. Each data is headed with $GN, except for MLA, which is headed with $GL. All header formats are accepted (i.e., $GP, $GL). Proprietary data strings are denoted with a $PNCT header.

 Standard  ALM – GPS Almanac Data  GBS – GPS Satellite Fault Detection  GGA – GPS Fix Data  GLL – Geographic Position – Lat / Lon  GRS – GPS Range Residuals  GSA – GNSS DOP & Active Satellites  GST – GNSS Pseudorange Error Statistics  GSV – GNSS Satellites In View  MLA – GLONASS Almanac Data  RMC – Recommended Min. Specific GNSS Data

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 RRE – Range Residual Errors

(This command is not defined in NMEA 0183 Standard version 3.0).

 VTG – Course Over Ground & Ground Speed  ZDA – Time & Date  Proprietary (header $PNCT)

Described in the Sapphire Technical Reference Manual (see Related Documents in the fore-matter)

 GGA – GPS Fix with Field 14  GST – GNSS Pseudorange Error Statistics  MDE – Marginally Detectable Error  SET – Solid Earth Tide

Software Bundles

Software Options may be purchased in a bundle and/or individually.

The Software Options File contains all the purchased Software Options, whether purchased in a bundle or individually. The initial Software Options File must be uploaded to the receiver to enable the functionality of the SF-3050. Later purchased software upgrades are also provided in a Software Options File for upload.

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The SF-3050G is a multi-constellation, StarFire-enabled

GNSS receiver system for users that require high-availability, world-wide, decimeter accuracy. Upgrade paths for higher data rates and other options make the SF-3050G ideal for many Offshore Survey and Positioning applications:

 Nautical Stationkeeping  Dynamic Positioning  Dredging and Offshore Construction  Deep Water Survey

SF-3050S

Adding Base, Rover, and Network RTK2 to the feature rich SF-3050G receiver, the SF-3050S is a powerful engine for use in Land Survey applications where precision is vital. The small form-factor, light weight (only 1.1 lbs), and Bluetooth connectivity allow the receiver to fit nicely into a backpack Land Survey system with only an external RF cable to the pole-mounted antenna. In addition, the built-in, high-speed data ports (USB and Ethernet) enable high-speed data transfer or remote communication to the receiver.

The SF-3050S sensor meets the needs of a large number of applications including, but not limited to:

 Topographical Surveys in Rough Terrain  High-Accuracy Data Collection for Post-Processing  Real-time Positioning Applications

StarFire Software Option is standard. StarFire

subscription is required.

Not supported in version 1.0

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SF-3050M

With 25Hz data rate output, 1PPS, and Event Marker features standard, the SF-3050M is a hard-working GNSS receiver targeted towards any application requiring high-precision data at a high rate. Users with machine control and aerial survey applications will appreciate the compact form-factor, powerful GNSS performance, and critical coordination signals (1PPS and Event Marker).

The SF-3050M is ideal for vehicle mounting to suit a wide variety of machine guidance and control applications in:

 Towed Implement Guidance  Construction Machine Control – Blade Control

and Grading

 Railway, Ship, and Aircraft Precision Tracking  Port Operations and Container Tracking

Bluetooth

The SF-3050 GNSS receiver is Bluetooth capable in all software bundle configurations. The Bluetooth module permits cableless operation between the sensor and a Bluetooth equipped controller. Wireless connectivity is provided within a range of 10 meters (32 feet), and a data rate of 230.4Kbps is supported, 10 Hz maximum. The Bluetooth module contains Bluetooth certified components, and is FCC and CE certified. Communications performance is dependent on the user Bluetooth device used.

Refer to Chapter 3/Bluetooth Communications Setup for setup instructions via software utility, StarUtil-3000.

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Antennae

The SF-3050 GNSS sensor must be ordered with the Rover, Base, or Airborne antenna.

Rover

The Rover integrated GNSS antenna (PN: 82-001020-3001LF) tracks GPS (L1, L2, L2C, L5), Galileo (E1, E5A), GLONASS (G1, G2), StarFire (L-Band differential corrections), and SBAS (WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/ GAGAN) signals. The compact GNSS antenna has excellent tracking performance and a stable phase center. This antenna is listed in the NOAA GNSS Antenna Calibration tables, as NCT-ANT3001R robust housing assembly features a standard 5/8” BSW thread for mounting directly to a surveyor’s pole, tripod, or mast and is certified to 70,000 feet, (see Specifications for restrictions).

. The

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Base

The Base integrated GNSS antenna (PN: 82-001021-3001LF) tracks GPS (L1, L2, L2C, L5), Galileo (E1, E5A), GLONASS (G1, G2), StarFire (L-Band differential corrections), and SBAS (WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/ GAGAN) signals. The Base GNSS antenna is designed to reduce multipath error to provide better RTK corrections to the rover network. It has excellent tracking performance and a stable phase center. This antenna is listed in the NOAA GNSS Antenna Calibration tables, as

NCT-ANT3001B

features a standard 5/8” BSW thread to permanently install the antenna. It is certified to 70,000 feet (see Specifications for restrictions).

. The robust housing assembly

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Airborne

The Airborne integrated antenna (PN: 82-0010223001LF) tracks all GNSS, WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/GAGAN and StarFire signals. The compact GNSS antenna has excellent tracking performance and a stable phase center for GPS (L1, L2, L2C, L5), Galileo (E1, E5A), and GLONASS (G1, G2). This antenna is listed in the NOAA GPS Antenna Calibration tables, as NCT-ANT3001A. The robust housing assembly features a flat mounting surface with four mounting holes and a downward facing TNC connector. This antenna is also certified to 70,000 feet, and is TSO-C144 certified (see Specifications for restrictions).

Tall L-band (High Lat L-Band Antenna Kit option)

For challenging operating environments (e.g., high north and south latitudes), the High Latitude L-Band Kit (P/N 91-310411-3001LF) enables use of separate GNSS/SBAS and L-Band antennae (see Figure 49).

The Tall L-b antenna has excellent tracking performance of geostationary satellites for latitudes furthest from the equator. The robust housing assembly features a flat mounting surface with a 5/8” surveyors mount, two 12’ (3m) coaxial cables with TNC connectors, and a Combiner (2:1 with 6dB LNA, SF Notch & Passbands). The SF-3050 uses the GNSS antenna to receive navigation and SBAS (WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/ GAGAN) signals, and the Tall L-band antenna to receive StarFire signals.

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Controller

The SF-3050 GNSS sensor is designed for use with an external controller solution connected via one of two Positronic COM ports

This may be accomplished using a PC, Tablet PC or Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) and a software program which implements the rich control language defined for NavCom GNSS products. Refer to the user’s guide of your controller solution for further information. NavCom lists several application software solutions on our website:

http://www.navcomtech.com/Support/ApplicationSoftware.cfm

In addition, NavCom provides a Windows™ based software utility, called StarUtil-3000, with the receiver.

The StarUtil-3000 User Guide, P/N 96-310029-3001, is available on-line at

http://www.navcomtech.com/Support/DownloadCenter.cfm?categ ory=manuals.

or Bluetooth.

For initial configuration

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Included Items

Figure 25: SF-3050 Supplied Equipment

Table 5: Supplied Equipment

1 SF-3050 GNSS Sensor (P/N 92-310413-3001LF) 2 GNSS Antenna Cable, 12 ft (P/N 94-310261-3012LF)

Positronic 9-Pin Female Universal AC/DC Power Adapter

110-220VAC, 12VDC, 1.50A. (P/N 82-020007-3001LF) Positronic 9-Pin Male to DB9S (RS-232/RS-422/1PPS)

Data Cable, 6 ft. (P/N 94-310260-3006LF) Positronic 9-Pin Male to USB 2.0 Device Plug, 6 ft

(P/N 94-310266-3006LF)

6 Mounting Brackets, 2. (P/N 88-310442-3001LF)

Positronic 9-Pin Female Unterminated Power Cable, 10ft

(P/N 94-310262-3010LF) {Not Shown} SF-3050 Product Configuration USB Flash Drive.

Contains: Software Options file, Firmware file, User Profiles, User Guides, Brochures, Software Utilities,

Technical Papers, and if purchased, a StarFire License file. (P/N 82-043000-0001) {Not Shown} Important: Refer to Chapter 1 for steps to enable the functionality of the SF-3050 via the USB flash drive.

9 Quick Start Guide (P/N 96-310033-3001) {Not Shown}

American 2-Pin AC power Cord, 10 ft

(P/N 73-200002-0001LF) {Not Shown}

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Figure 26: Rover, Base, and Airborne Antennae

Table 6: SF-3050 Antennae

1 Rover GNSS Antenna (P/N 82-001020-3001LF) 2

Base GNSS Antenna (P/N

Airborne GNSS Antenna (P/N

82-001021-3001LF)

82-001022-3001LF)

 The SF-3050 GNSS sensor must be ordered

with the Rover, Base, or Airborne antenna.

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Applications

The SF-3050 GNSS receiver meets the needs of a large number of applications. Depending on the purchased software bundle or individual options, the applications include, but are not limited to:

 Offshore

 Nautical Stationkeeping  Dynamic Positioning  Dredging and Offshore Construction  Deep Water Survey

 Machine Control and Vehicle Navigation

 Towed Implement Guidance  Construction Machine Control – Blade Control

and Grading

 Railway, Ship, and Aircraft Precision Tracking  Port Operations and Container Tracking

 Land Survey and GIS

 Boundary Survey  Topographical Surveys in Rough Terrain  Construction Site Stake-out  High-Accuracy Data Collection for Post-Processing  Hydrographic Survey

 Military Applications

 Non-Weaponized Military Positioning Applications  Unmanned Systems  Oceanographic Survey and Research

 Specialty Applications

 Aerial – Photogrammetric Survey  High-Value Asset Location and Tracking  Positioning in Mining Applications  Continuously Operating Reference Stations  Structural Monitoring  Real-time Positioning Applications  OEM Integration

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NavCom lists several application software solutions on our website:

http://www.navcomtech.com/Support/ApplicationSoft ware.cfm

Unique Features

The SF-3050 GNSS sensor has many unique features:

 Performance Upgrade Path

The SF-3050 is designed with a robust and long-term performance upgrade path to meet changing needs via software upgrades. Increased functionality does not typically require the costly purchase of additional hardware. The SF-3050 software-enabled features, bundled or purchased individually, cover a wide variety of applications.

 StarFire

The ability to receive NavCom’s unique StarFire correction service is fully integrated within each unit (no additional equipment required). A single set of corrections can be used globally enabling a user to achieve decimeter level positioning accuracy without the need to deploy a separate base station, thus saving time and capital expenditure.

StarFire position outputs are referenced to the ITRF-05 datum.

 Over The Air StarFire Licensing

Over The Air StarFire Licensing is the easiest way to install a StarFire license. The installation of a purchased license is accomplished via radio broadcast. Over The Air StarFire Licensing is especially convenient for receivers in remote locations in the field.

Dependent on Bundle Options: Subscription and Software

Option Required.

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 NCT RTK/UltraRTK

The RTK/UltraRTK algorithm developed by NavCom provides fast initialization and the NCT ultra compact binary data format for RTK/UltraRTK ensures robust data throughput.

The SF-3050 is capable of outputting or accepting legacy 0x5B (RTK) or 0x5E (UltraRTK) binary formats. Refer to the TRM for more details (see Related Documents in the fore-matter).

 Positioning Flexibility

The SF-3050 is capable of using WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN (RTCA/DO-229D compliant) code corrections via two internal Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS) channels. The SF-3050 automatically configures to use the most suitable correction source available and changes as the survey dictates (this feature can be overridden).

 RTK Extend™

RTK Extend

enables continuous real-RTK/RTK level positioning accuracy during radio communication outages by utilizing NavCom’s global StarFire corrections.

Traditionally, when an RTK rover loses communication with the base station, it is unable to provide centimeter position updates for more than a few seconds, resulting in user down-time and reduced productivity. With RTK Extend, a NavCom StarFire receiver operating in RTK mode can transition to RTK Extend mode and maintain centimeter level positioning during communication loss for up to 15 minutes. RTK Extend allows more efficient and uninterrupted work, enabling focused concentration on the work rather than the tools.

Separate Software Option Required

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RTK Extend is a unique patented technique, not available on any other manufacturer’s receivers.

 Data Sampling

GPS (L1, L2, L2C, L5), GLONASS (G1, G2), Galileo (E1, E5a), and SBAS (WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS, GAGAN) raw measurement data is up to 5Hz in the standard configuration for the SF-3050G and SF-3050S. An optional upgrade allows 10, 25, 50, and 100Hz raw measurement data via high speed ports.

For the SF-3050M, the raw measurement data is up to 25Hz in the standard configuration, with the optional upgrade of 50 and 100Hz.

The PVT (Position, Velocity, & Time) data is output at up to 5Hz in the standard configuration for the SF-3050G and SF-3050S. An optional upgrade allows 10, 25, 50, and 100Hz position updates for highly dynamic applications.

For the SF-3050M, the PVT data is output at up to 25Hz in the standard configuration, with the optional upgrade of 50 and 100Hz.

 GNSS Performance

The SF-3050 utilizes NavCom’s Sapphire GNSS engine, which incorporates several patented innovations. Sapphire’s industry leading receiver sensitivity provides more than 50% signal to noise ratio advantage over competing technologies. This results in improved real time positioning, proven through independent tests, when facing various multipath environments.

 Rugged Design

Units have been tested to conform to MIL-STD-810F for low pressure, solar radiation, rain, humidity,

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salt-fog, sand, and dust. In addition, the unit is IP certified to the IP67 level.

The SF-3050 is also certified

to comply with the relevant type approval procedures for marine equipment of the Marine Equipment Directive (MED) 96/98/EC. The “wheel mark” displayed to the right signifies that the SF-3050 complies with the MED requirements.

The rugged design of the SF-3050 system components provides protection against the harsh environments common to areas such as construction sites, offshore vessels, and mines.

In some extreme shock and vibration applications, additional isolation hardware may be required.

Requires use of NavCom’s supplied AC/DC converter.

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Chapter 3 .................................Interfacing

This chapter details the SF-3050 GNSS sensor connectors, LED display, appropriate sources of electrical power, and how to interface the communication ports.

Electrical Power

A rear panel 9-pin Positronic male connector provides electrical power to the SF-3050. Pin assignments are given in Table 7; see Figure 30 for pin location on the connector.

Table 7: Ext

Pin Signal

1 1PPS Out 2 Ignition 3 Event 4 Power Input 9 to 32VDC, 6W typical 5 Power Return 6 Power Input 9 to 32VDC, 6W typical 7 Not Used 8 Not Used 9 Signal GND

ernal Power Cable Pin-Out

 Power may be applied to Pins 6 and 4.

Pin 6 is primarily used.

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The SF-3050 is supplied with:

 Universal AC/DC, 12V, 1.5A power adapter

(P/N 82-020007-3001LF). See Figure 27.

 Positronic 9-

Cable, 10ft (P/N 94-310262-3010LF). See Figure

29.

Figure 27: Universal Power Adapter

Pin Female Unterminated Power

 Where MED type approved installations are

required, the SF-3050 must be powered by the supplied AC/DC power adapter, or an approved DC to DC power converter. Contact NavCom Customer Support for more information:

http://www.navcomtech.com/Contact/Contact Support.cfm

 Replacement AC power cords are

available through small appliance retailers (Radio Shack, Walmart, Best Buy, etc.). AC power cords for non-110VAC locales must be purchased locally.

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Figure 29: Unterminated Power Cable

P/N 94-310262-3010LF is the supplied 10ft (3m) unterminated power cable fitted with a Positronic plug type (connector: FR11FP9ZZLM0/AA; pin: FC422N6/AA), used to connect directly to a DC source. The wiring color code and pin assignments are provided below.

Table 8: DC Power Cable Pin Assignments

Color Signal Pin No

Blue 1PPS Out 1 Brown Ignition 2 Yellow Event 3 Orange Power Input 4 Black Power Return 5 Red Power Input 6 Green Not Used 7 Violet Not Used 8 Gray GND 9

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Figure 30: Power Cable Pin Assignment

The GNSS sensor is protected from reverse polarity with an inline diode. It will operate on any DC voltage between 9 and 32 VDC, 6 watts typical.

Voltages less than approximately

6VDC will turn the unit off. Voltages from approximately 5VDC to < 7VDC will create a brown-out. In such a case, power the unit on as follows:

• Ignition Pin: Provide power ≥ 9 to 32 VDC

• Front Panel On/Off Switch: Press the

On/Off switch to turn the unit off. Then press and hold the On/Off switch in for more than 2 seconds to turn the unit on.

To set the receiver to power up as soon as power is applied to the DC Input port, use the ignition pin (2) in conjunction with DC power.

Voltages in excess of 34VDC will

damage the unit. The power supply must be well conditioned with surge protection. Vehicular electrical systems which create voltage spikes in excess of 34VDC will benefit from providing power protection during vehicle engine

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power-up. This can be accomplished through a relay power-on sequence and/or power conditioning (such as a DC to DC converter). Do not connect equipment directly to the vehicles battery without in-line protection (such as a DC to DC converter).

Proper Shutdown of SF-3050

To turn off the SF-3050 properly:

 Press the On/Off switch on the front panel (see

Figure 31). There may be a delay of approximate

 Switch off power to the ignition pin

ly 2 seconds before the unit turns off.

Do not unplug the positronic end of

the supplied unterminated cable (P/N 94-310262-3010LF) before switching off power to the ignition pin. The receiver may not shutdown properly.

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Power/GNSS

Status

StarFire

Status

Figure 31: SF-3050 Front View

On/Off

Data I/O

Activity

Bluetooth

Connectivity

 Refer to the Indicator Panel section below

for descriptions of LED indications.

ANTENNA

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COM1 - LAN

Figure 32: SF-3050 Rear View

COM2 - USB

POWER

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Communication Ports

The SF-3050 provides two 9-pin female Positronic connector communication ports labeled COM1 - LAN and COM2 - USB located at the rear of the sensor, as shown in Figure 32 above.

COM1 - LAN conforms to the EIA RS-232 standard with data rates from 9.6 to 115.2kbps max. It also conforms to the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard with data rates fr

The COM1 - LAN connector pin-outs are described in these tables:

 RS-232/1PPS: Table 9  Ethernet (LAN): Table 14

om 10 to 100Mbps.

 Ethernet (LAN)/RS-232

COM2 - USB conforms to the EIA RS-232/RS-4 standard with data rates from 9.6 to 115.2kbps max. It is also USB 2.0 compliant with 12Mbps maximum data rate.

The COM2 - USB connector pin-outs are described in these tables:

 RS-232/RS-422: Table 10  USB 2.0 De  USB 2.0 Ho  USB 2.0 De

The SF-3050 is conf and desktop computers are configured as DTE devices. If the supplied cable is not long enough, a straight-through cable will provide proper connectivity

The SF-3050 provides Bluetooth wireless connectivity within a range of 10 meters (32 feet). The Bluetooth module contains Bluetooth-certified components. The

vice: Table 11 st: Table 13 vice/RS-232/RS-422: Table 15

igured as a DCE device. Laptop

Y-Cable: Table 16

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data rate for Bluetooth communications is 230.4Kbps. Refer to the section below, Bluetooth .

There are two supplied

interface data cables:

 Positronic 9-Pin Male to DB9S (RS-232/RS-422/

1PPS) (P/N 94-310260-3006LF): constructed as described in Figure 34 and Figure 35.

 Positronic 9-

Pin Male to USB 2.0 Device Plug (P/N 94-310266-3006LF): constructed as described in Figure 36.

RS-232/RS-422/1PPS

(P/N 94-310260-3006LF)

USB 2.0 Device

(P/N 94-310266-3006LF)

Figure 33: Supplied Data Cables

The optional interface data cables support USB 2.0 Device and Host, Ethernet, and RS-232 and RS-422 (refer to Table 12).

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Table 9: COM1 Serial Cable Pin-Outs

(P/N 94-310260-3006LF)

Positronic

Pins

Signal Nomenclature

[DCE w/respect to DB9]

DB9S

Pins

1 Not connected 2 Not connected 3 1PPS Out 8 4 RXD RS-232 COM1 3 5 TXD RS-232 COM1 2 6 Not connected 7 7 Not connected 8 Not connected 9 GND 5

Table 10: COM2 Serial

Cable Pin-Outs

(P/N 94-310260-3006LF)

Positronic

Pins

1 Not connected 2 Not connected 3 RXD+ RS-422 8 4 RXD RS-232 COM2/ RXD- RS-422 3 5 TXD RS-232 COM2/ TXD- RS-422 2 6 TXD+ RS-422 7 7 Not connected 8 Not connected 9 GND 5

Signal Nomenclature

[DCE w/respect to DB9]

DB9S

Pins

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PN: 94-310260-3006LF

Positronic

1 2

NavCom

Receiver

COM1

1PPS Out

RD RS-232

TD RS-232

5 6 7 8

GND

Figure 34: COM1 Serial Cable Pin Assignment

PN: 94-310260-3006LF

Positronic

1 2

NavCom

Receiver

COM2

RD RS-232 / RD+ RS-422

RD RS-232 / RD- RS-422

4 5

TD RS-232 / TD-RS-422

TD RS-232 / TD+ RS-422

7 8

GND

Figure 35: COM2 Serial Cable Pin Assignment

DB9S

09-00001-A

DB9S

09-00002-A

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

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Supplied USB Device Cable

P/N 94-310266-3006LF is the supplied 6ft (1.83m) data cable fitted with a Positronic plug type and a USB A plug type, used to connect as Device directly to a USB 2.0 connector. The pin assignments are provided below.

 COM2 - USB is the only USB compliant port.

Table 11: USB Device Cable Pin Assignment

(P/N 94-310266-3006LF)

USB Pins Signal Positronic Pins

1 VCC 1 2 Data- 8 3 Data+ 7 4 GND 9

Figure 36: USB Device Cable Pin Assignment

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Bluetooth Communications Setup

This section provides instructions to d

etermine the Bluetooth Virtual COM port on a PC and connect to the SF-3050 via Bluetooth.

The SF-3050 Bluetooth Baud rate is fixed at 230400 Baud. It will not connect

at any other speed. The data rate is 10 Hz maximum. Communications performance is dependent on the user Bluetooth device used.

1. Write down the SF-3050 serial number from th

label on the e receiver.

2. Turn on the SF-3050.

3. Plug the Bluetooth don

gle into the proper port on

the PC.

4. Boot up the PC.

5. Right click on the

task bar and select

Bluetooth icon on the Windows

Explore My Bluetooth Places from the pop-up menu. The Bluetooth window opens.

Click on Search for devices in range (see

6. Figure 37

). The window lists all the Bluetooth

devices within range.

Figure 37: Search for Bluetooth Devices in Range

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Figure 38: Bluetooth Devices in Range

 is:

7. Do

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The naming convention for the SF-3050 SF-3050ProductTypeSerialNumber, for example: SF-3050M10278.

The SF-3050 product types are: SF-305 SF-3050S, and SF-3050M.

uble click on the desired SF-3050 in the Bluetooth device list (see Figure 38 opens with selected receiver (see

a Bluetooth serial port icon for the

Figure 39).

Figure 39: Bluetooth Serial Port Icon

). A window

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8. Double click on the Bluetooth serial port icon. A graphic with green arrows indicates a connection is established between the Bluetooth Virtual COM port on the PC and the Bluetooth dongle (see Figure 40).

Figure 40: Bluetooth Virtual COM Port Connection

 If the PC asks for a Bluetooth pass code,

click OK. There is no pass code for the SF-3050 Bluetooth device.

9. Right click on the Bluetooth serial port icon and select Properties in the pop-up menu. The Bluetooth Properties window opens.

The window displays the Bluetooth Virtual COM port assigned to the Bluetooth dongle (see Figure 41). Remember the COM port number for use in step 13 below.

Figure 41: Bluetooth Properties

10. Close the Bluetooth Properties window.

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11. Open StarUtil-3000 on the PC.

12. Click the Connections button in StarUtil-3000. The

Port Configuration dialog box opens.

Figure 42: Bluetooth Port Configuration

Refer to Figure 42 for the steps below:

13. Select Bluet

ooth as the Connection Type.

14. Click the Connect button to connect to the SF-3050.

15. Verify Bluetooth connectivity:

• View the Bluetooth LED on the SF-3050 front panel. Refer to the Indicator Panel section below for Bluetooth LED indication

• Type [PING] in the Input Terminal and click the Send button (see Figure 43). If properly connected, t

he response is [PING] + current

port number.

Figure 43: Input Terminal PING Command

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Accessories

Optional Data Cables

Figure 44: SF-3050 Optional Data Cables

Table 12: Optional Data Cables

Positronic 9-Pin Male to USB 2.0 Host Receptacle, 6 ft

(P/N 94-310271-3006LF) Positronic 9-Pin Male to Ethernet RJ45 Plug, 6 ft

(P/N 94-310265-3006LF) Y-Cable, Positronic 9-Pin Male to USB 2.0 Device Plug

& DB9S (RS-232/RS-422), 6 ft

(P/N 94-310273-3006LF) Y-Cable, Positronic 9-Pin Male to Ethernet RJ45 Plug &

DB9S (RS-232/1PPS), 6 ft

(P/N 94-310272-3006LF)

 Refer to Table 5 for the list of supplied

equipment.

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USB Host Cable (Option)

P/N 94-310271-3006LF is an optional 6ft (1.83m) data cable fitted with a Positronic plug type and a USB A receptacle type, used to connect as Host directly to a USB 2.0 connector. The pin assignments are provided below.

 COM2 - USB is the only USB compliant port.  Refer to the section below, Logging to

USB Flash Drive Via USB Host Cable, for setup an

Table 13: Optional USB Host Cable Pin Assignment

USB Pins Signal Positronic Pins

1 USB PWR 1 2 USB D- 8 3 USB D+ 7

d logging instructions.

4 GND/SHIELD 9

PN: 94-310271-3006LF

USB A Receptacle Front View

Pin 4

Pin 1

USB

1 2 3 4

Positronic

1 2 3 4

NavCom

Receiver

6 7 8 9

09-00005-A

Figure 45: Optional USB Host Cable Pin Assignment

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Ethernet Cable (Option)

P/N 94-310265-3006LF is an optional 6ft (1.83m) data cable fitted with a Positronic plug type and a Ethernet RJ45 plug type, used to connect directly to an Ethernet connector. The pin assignments are provided below.

 COM1 - LAN is the only Ethernet (LAN)

compliant port.

 Refer to the section below, Direct Ethernet

Connection Via Static IP Address, for setup

instruction

Table 14: Optional Ethernet Cable Pin Assignment

Ethernet Pins Signal Positronic Pins

1 TX+ 6 2 TX- 7 3 RX+ 2

6 RX- 1

Figure 46: Optional Ethe

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USB Device/RS-232/RS-422 Y-Cable (Option)

P/N 94-310273-3006LF is an optional 6ft (1.83m) Y-cable fitted with a Positronic plug type on one end. A USB A plug type and a DB9S female RS-232/ RS-422 connector are fitted on the ends of the Y-cable. It is used to connect as Device directly to a USB 2.0 connector or to a DB9S male connector. The pin assignments are provided below.

 COM2 - USB is the only USB compliant port.

Table 15: Optional USB Device/RS-232/RS-422

Y-Cable Pin Assignment

Signal USB Pins Positronic Pins DB9S Pins

USB Power 1 1

COM2 RXD+ 3 8

COM2 RXD- 4 3 COM2 TXD- 5 2

COM2 TXD+ 6 7

USB D+ 3 7

USB D- 2 8

GND/Shield 4 9 5

PN: 94-310273-3006LF

PositronicUSB

USB A Plug

Front View

Pin 1

Pin 4

1 2 3 4

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Positronic Connector

Front View

Figure 47: Optional USB Device/RS-232/RS-422

Y-Cable Pin Assignment

DB9S

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

09-00008-A

DB9S

Front View

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Ethernet/RS-232/1PPS Y-Cable (Option)

P/N 94-310272-3006LF is an optional 6ft (1.83m) Y-cable fitted with a Positronic plug type on one end. An Ethernet RJ45 plug type and a DB9S female RS-232 connector are fitted on the ends of the Y-cable. It is used to connect directly to an Ethernet connector or to a DB9S male connector. The pin assignments are provided below.

 COM1 - LAN is the only Ethernet (LAN)

compliant port.

 Refer to the section below, Direct Ethernet

Connection Via Static IP Address, for setup

instruction

Table 16: Optional Ethernet (LAN)/RS-232/1PPS

Y-Cable Pin Assignment

Signal Ethernet Pins Positronic Pins DB9S Pins

RX- 6 1

RX+ 3 2

COM1 RXD 4 3

COM1 TXD 5 2

TX+ 1 6

TX- 2 7

GND 9 5

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Figure 48: Optional Ethernet/RS-232/1PPS Y-Cable

Pin Assignment

High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (Option)

The High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (P/N 91310411-3001LF) is designed for vehicle mounting with separate antennas for GNSS / SBAS signals (PN: 82-001020-3001LF) and StarFire. The High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit can be added to any software bundle antenna systems is to provide better low-elevation look angles to the StarFire signals in high-latitude locations.

. The purpose of the separate

Dependent on the bundle: Required.

Subscription and Software Option

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Figure 49: High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (option)

Table 17: High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit (option)

High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit, included: Tall L-Band Antenna Combiner, 2:1 with 6dB LNA, SF Notch & Passbands

2 GNSS Antenna Cables, 12 ft (P/N 91-310411-3001LF)

Tall L-Band Antenna

(P/N 82-001003-0002LF) Combiner, 2:1 with 6dB LNA, SF Notch & Passbands

(P/N 82-051001-0001LF) 2 GNSS Antenna Cables, 12 ft

(P/N 94-310261-3012LF)

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Logging to USB Flash Drive Via USB Host Cable

The [LOGFILE] command used in this

procedure does not work with USB flash drives that have a write-protected primary partition. The partition will not mount properly. The most common examples of this are drives with U3 software installed. In order to log using these drives, this partition must be removed. Reformatting the drive is not sufficient. According to the U3 web site:

“Most U3 smart drives come with an uninstall utility that converts the U3 smart drive into a regular USB flash drive. This utility can be accessed from the U3 Launchpad. Open the U3 Launchpad and click on Settings, then select U3 Launchpad Settings and click on the Uninstall tab. Some devices have a link to the Uninstall utility under Help and Support.”

 The [LOGFILE] command requires that at

least 10% of the drive is free before it begins logging. It will also automatically stop logging when free space drops below 1 MByte.

 To view the directory structure and logged

files, the USB drive must be dismounted and moved to a PC.

To connect as Host directly to a USB flash drive, requires:

 StarUtil-3000: NavCom’s Windows based control

program is included on the supplied SF-3050 Product Configuration USB Flash Drive (P/N 82043000-0001), or provided by email.

 Supplied Positronic 9-Pin Male to DB9S Data

Cable (P/N 94-310260-3006LF)

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 Positronic 9-Pin Male to USB 2.0 Host Receptacle

Data Cable (P/N 94-310271-3006LF). This cable is not supplied with the SF-3050.

 The USB Host Data Cable is available via a

NavCom authorized representative, or by contacting the NavCom Sales Department

 Refer to the section above, USB Host Cable

(Option), for a detailed description of the cable.

 Refer to the Sapphire TRM for details on the

commands used in this section. (see Related

Documents in the fore-matter).

Setup

The SF-3050 must be configured in USB Host Mode to log data to a USB flash drive.

1. Connect the Positronic connector of the supplied

DB9S cable (P/N 94-310260-3006LF) to COM1 - LAN of the SF-3050. Connect the DB9S end to the computer.

2. Connect the Positronic connector of the USB Host

cable (P/N 94-310271-3006LF) to COM 2 - USB of the SF-3050. Plug a USB flash drive into the USB Host end of the cable.

3. Open StarUtil-3000 on the PC.

4. Locate the Input Terminal window at the bottom

right of StarUtil-3000.

5. Type the command [USBMODE] in the field at the

bottom of the window (see Figure 50).

Figure 50: Input Terminal -- USBMODE

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6. Click the Send button. The receiver returns the current USB Mode, Device or Host.

7. If the SF-3050 is not in USB Host Mode, type the command [USBMODE]host.

8. Click the Send button.

9. Type the command [USBMODE] to verify that the receiver is in USB Host Mode. Click the Send button. The receiver returns Host as the current USB Mode.

Logging

To log data t be logged are first scheduled on a special port, fh1. “fh” means “file handler”. The command [OUTPUT] is used to schedule the messages.

1. Open StarUtil-3000, if not already open.

2. Schedule a message to be logged: a. Type the appropriate [OUTPUT] command

b. Click the Send button.

3. Repeat Step 2 to schedule all necessary messages.

o the USB flash drive, the messages to

string in the field at the bottom of the Input Terminal window:

[OUTPUT](message), (timing), (interval), fh1

For example, to output PVT1B at 10Hz, the command is:

[OUTPUT]PVT1B, ontime, 0.1, fh1

 To simplify this process, a profile can

be configured to begin and end data logging to the USB flash drive.

4. Type the command [LOGFILE]start.

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5. Click the Send button to start logging the scheduled messages. Messages are logged in .dat format to the USB flash drive.

 If an error message appears, it may be

related to the compatibility of the USB flash drive. Contact NavCom Customer Support:

http://www.navcomtech.com/Contact/Contact Support.cfm

 The logging commands are: [LOGFILE]start,

[LOGFILE]pause, [LOGFILE]stop, [LOGFILE]resume, and [LOGFILE] (returns current logging status). After power cycle, the file logging is in Stopped status.

To avoid file system corruption on the

USB flash drive, always stop file logging before removing the drive.

Direct Ethernet Connection Via Static IP Address

There are many possible Ethernet configurations. This section only provides the basic configuration for a direct Ethernet connection between the SF-3050 and a PC.

Ethernet cables are not supplied with the SF-3050. These Ethernet cables are available via a NavCom authorized representative, or by contacting the

NavCom Sales Department

 Positronic 9-Pin Male to Ethernet RJ45 Plug

(P/N 94-310265-3006LF). This cable is used in the setup below.

 Y-Cable, Positronic 9-Pin Male to Ethernet RJ45

Plug & DB9S (RS-232/1PPS) (P/N 94-3102723006LF)

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 Refer to the sections above, Ethernet Cable

(Option) and Ethernet/RS-232/1PPS Y-Cable (Option), for detailed descriptions of the cables.

Setup

This setup u SF-3050:

The PC IP address is set manually in Windows.

1. Connect the Positronic 9-Pin connector of the Ethernet cable (P/N 94-310265-3006LF) to COM1 - LAN of the SF-3050. Connect the RJ45 plug end to the computer.

2. In Windows, right click on My Network Places and select Properties from the pop-up menu. The Network Connections window opens.

3. Right click on Local Area Connection (or the equivalent) and click Properties from the pop-up menu. The Local Area Connection window opens.

4. Click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). See Figure 51.

ses the factory default IP address of the

192.168.0.2,255.255.255.0,0.0.0.0

IP Address Network Mask Gateway

Figure 51: Local Area Connection Window

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5. C col

lick the Properties button. The Internet Proto

window opens.

6. Select the option, Use the following IP address (see Figure 52).

Figure 52: Internet Protocol Window

7. Ente e, enter

 The first par

8. Pre Subnet

9. Click the OK button in this window and also in the

10. Continue to the next section for connection

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the IP address for the PC. In this cas

192.168.0.100

t of the IP address, 192.168.0, is the same PC. The last part of the IP address must be unique for every device. In this case, it is 100 for the PC.

ss the Tab button on the keyboard. The

k is aut

mas omatically populated.

Local Area Connection window.

instructions.

for both the SF-3050 and the

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Open StarUt1. il-3000 on th

2. Click the Connections blish communications between the PC SF-3050. The Port Configuration opens.

fer to Figure 53 for the steps below:

3. thernet as the

Select E Connection T

e PC.

button to esta

and the

dialog box

ype.

Do not change the default Ethernet

Settings: 192.168.0.2 is the factory default IP address of the SF-3050. The default virtual COM port is 4361.

Figure 53: Ethernet Port Configuration

4. Clic

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Verify that the SF-3050 is connected to the PC. Messages scrolling in the C

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indicate that the connection is established (see Figure 5).

If an Ethernet connection is not

established, use StarUtil-3000 to verify the IP address of the SF-3050. A serial connection must be used to determine the receiver’s IP address.

Event

The SFsynchronize GNSS time t example, the action of a camera’s shutter create input pulse to the Event port. The SF-3050M outputs position and time information relative to each event received.

The Event is input on Pin 3 of the 9-pin male Positronic sensor (refer to Table 7).

Specificatio

 Selectable I put Voltan ge, 5V or 12V  Minimu  Rising or Falling edge Synchronizatio

 nput,

1 PPS

3050 accepts an event input pulse to

external incidents requiring precise

agging, such as aerial photograph

connector power port on the rear of the

ns:

m pulse width, 100nS

Detailed specifications of the Event I cable wiring, in Appendix D of this User Guide.

and configuration may b

y. For

s an

e found

A pulse i rate of once

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variety of Time/ Mark applications where relative timing is required.

Specifications:

 25ns relative a ccuracy  Better than ute accuracy  5V TTL Logic level outp  1 PPS Output Impedance > 50 Ohms

 Pulse delay, default 0mS, range 0 – 99  Rising or Falling Edge Synchronization

100ns absol

S, range 10 Pulse width, default 100m – 999mS

9mS

In icator Panel d

Figure 54: SF-3050 Indicator Panel

The indicator panel provides a quick status view of the GNS e signal strength, the On/Off (I/O) switch, data I/O and logging, and Bluetooth connectivity, respectively.

To power the unit on or off, depress the I/O swi more than 2 seconds. All LEDs illuminate for a pe of 3-5 seconds during power-up of the GNSS sensor.

S navigation/operating mode, StarFir

tch for

riod

 In this chapter, refer to the section, Proper

Shutdown of SF-3050, for details on powering

off the unit.

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 GNSS LEDs

Table 18: GNSS LED Indication

Icon

Power/GNSS

 StarFire Link LEDs

Table 19: StarFire Link LED Indication

Icon

Indicator Status Description

StarFire Link

Status Description Indicator

Off

Red

Green

Blinking

Green

Red Red

Blinking

Green

Blinking

Green

Power off Power on but not

tracking Acquiring or tracking GNSS satellites (no position fix yet) Using GNSS satellites (position fix)

No StarFire signal No StarFire License

(or expired) Acquiring StarFire signal Tracking StarFire signal

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 Data I/O Active LEDs

Table 20: Data I/O Active LED Indication

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Icon

Indicator tatus Description

Data

een

Blinking

Green

 The LEDs do not indicat

Data I/O via



Bluetooth Connectivity LEDs

Table 21: Bluetooth Connectivit

Icon

Indicator tus Sta Description

Bluetooth

Ethernet or USB connections.

Off

Blue Blinki ng

Blue

Data I/O inac Data I/O ac

Loggi

ng data to

nternal memory

the status

e of

y LED Indication

Bluetooth off Bluetooth on,

no connection

uetooth

Bl connected

tive

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Chapter 4 .................................Installation

This chapter provides guidance on hardware in

stallation for optimum performance.

ntennae

The 5/8 inch BSW threaded antenna mount has a d

epth of 16mm (0.63 inch).

is possible to remove the 5/8 inch BSW threaded

lloy insert to reveal a secondary means of mounting

he antenna, a 1-14UNS-2B thread with a depth of

6mm (0.63 inch). This is a typical marine industry

ount for navigation antennas.

The BSW insert is secured in-place with an

ad the

hesive, and its removal will change shock and vibration sustainability characteristics of the antenna mount.

Figure 55: Rover, Base,

Airborne GNSS Antennae

Do not loosen or remove the Phillips screws

on the base of the antenna for mounting purposes. This will VOID the warranty and compromise the environmental seal of the antenna, leading to internal damage.

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 Antenna placement is critical to good system

performance. Avoid antenna shading by buildings, rooftop structures, foliage, hills/mountains, etc.

 Locate the antenna where it has a clear view of

the sky, to an elevation angle of 7º if possible. Obstructions below 15º elevation generally are not a problem, though this is dependent on satellite availability for the local region.

 Avoid placing the antenna where more than 90º

azimuth of the sky is obstructed. When more than 90º of azimuth is shaded, it is often still possible for the reciever to navigate, however, poor satellite geometry (due to satillte shading) will provide poor positioning results. Even 10º of shading can have a negative effect on performance, though this generally is not the case.

 Avoid placing the antenna on or near metal or

other electrically reflective surfaces.

 Do not paint the antenna enclosure with a

metallic-based paint.

 Avoid placing the antenna near electrical motors

(elevator, air conditioner, compressor, etc.)

 Do not place the antenna too close to other active

antennas. The wavelength of L5 is 0.255m and G1 is 0.187m. The minimum acceptable separation between antennas is 1m (39 in), which provides 5.9dB of isolation. For 10 dB of isolation, separate the GNSS antennas by 2.55m, and for 13dB of isolation (recommended) separate the antennas by 5.1m.

 Active antennas (those with LNA’s or amplifiers)

create an electrical field around the antenna. These radiated emissions can interfere with other nearby antennas. Multiple GNSS antennas in

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close proximity to each other can create multipath and oscillations between the antennas. These add to position error or the inability to process satellite signals.



Most antenna’s have better gain w

is high in to fade as th unusual to see 10dB difference in antenna gain (which translates into sig the entire elevation tracking path.

 Map obstructions above the horizon using a

compass and inclinometer. Use satellite predicti software with a recent satellite almanac to asse the impact on satellite visibility at that location (av

elevation. Expect tracking performance

e satellite lowers in elevation. It is

nal strength) throughout

ailable on NavCom’s web site).

hen the satellite

the

not

 A c the

lear line of sight between the antenna and

loc ck the

al INMARSAT satellite is required to tra StarFire signal. INMARSAT satellites are geosynchronized 35,768kms above the Equator, currently at Longitudes 15.5° West, 97.65° West, 142° West, 025° East, 109° East, and 178° East. An inclination and bearing estimation tool is available on NavCom’s website to aid in determining potential obstructions to StarFire signal.

Tall L-band Antenna (High Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit option)

The separate Tall L-band antenna is used in high latitude applications vessels. This is an active antenna, meaning it has a built-in good is The be as the sta orms with many antenna systems, it is better to locate the

LNA. Therefore, this antenna should have olation from other near-frequency antennae

st practice is to follow the same precautions

ndard GNSS antenna. On marine platf

and most frequently on marine

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standard GNSS antenna closer to the wheelhouse, but out of the radar or satcom beam path and the

and antenna high on the mast. For best

L-b performance, do not allow more than 7dB of cable loss between the antenna, NavCom Combiner (2:1 wit

h 6dB LNA, SF Notch & Passbands) and the

rec n

eiver. Applications without the Tall L-band anten

operating at high latitudes should mount the

GN ame

SS antenna high on the mast, with the s considerations for beam path avoidance and cable loss limitations.

vCom provides a tool on our website to aid in

det na

ermining when the High Latitude L-Band Anten

Kit

is appropriate to use. This tool is for the SF

-2050R, but also applies to the SF-3050 h Latitude L-Band Antenna Kit due to similariti

Hig e

he primary antenna performance.

in t

http://www.n ol1/main.cfm

avcomtech.com/Support/Tools/antennato

GNSS Sensor

Mount the SF-3050 GNSS sensor to a flat surface. Shock isolators suitable for 0.50kg (1.1 lbs) may be necessary for environments with high vibration, i.e. Ea th moving equipment or aircraft installation.

r e SF-3050 can be installed in a backpack for

bile surveying applications.

not place the sensor in a confined space or where

ay be exposed to excessive heat, moisture, or

it m

midity.

There are no user serviceable parts

inside the SF-3050 GNSS sensor. Removing the screws that secure the

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front end and rear end plates will void the equipment warranty.

Figure 56: SF-3050 Base Plate Dimensions Without

Mounting Brackets

4.60" m] m17[1

Figure 57: SF-3050 Base Plate Dimensions With

Mounting Brackets

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Communication Port Connectivity

There is no default control port or data port on the receiver. COM1 - LAN is the only Ethernet (LAN) compliant port. COM2 - USB is the only USB compliant port.

Establish communications via Bluetooth or a data cable:

 Setup Bluetooth communications via either the

supplied StarUtil-3000 utility or a third party software/utility.

 Connect the Positronic 9-Pin connector of the

supplied DB9S cable (P/N 94-310260-3006LF) to COM1 - LAN (RS-232/1PPS) or COM2 (RS-232/RS-422) of the SF-3050. Connect the DB9S end to the control device.

 Connect the Positronic 9-Pin connector of the

supplied US 3006LF) to COM2 - USB of the SF-3050. Connect the USB plug end to the control device.

B 2.0 Device cable (P/N 94-310266-

USB



Figure 58 shows a common configuration with the control d and an auxiliary device connected to COM2 - USB for data logging.

evice connected to COM1 - LAN

 Some devices may require an additional

adapter. The optional interface data cables support USB 2.0 Device and Host, Ethernet, and RS-232 and RS-422 (refer to Table 12). The receiver is configure

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NavCom SF-3050 User Manual Rev.A

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

List of Figures

List of Tables

Notices

Copyright

Trademarks

FCC Notice

User Notice

Limited Warranty

StarFire™ Licensing

USG FAR

Global Navigation Satellite System

Revision History

Use of this Document

Related Documents

SF-3050 Quick Start Guide P/N 96-310033-3001

StarUtil-3000 User Guide P/N 96-310029-3001

Sapphire Technical Reference Manual P/N 96-3120001-3001

RINEXUtil User Guide P/N 96-310021-2101

Integrators Toolkit P/N XX-XXXXXX-XXXX

NavCom Release Notes

Related Standards

ICD-GPS-200

Galileo OS SIS ICD

GLONASS ICD, Version 5.0, 2002

RTCM-SC-104

CMR, CMR+

RINEX

QZSS

NMEA-0183

Publicly-Operated SBAS Signals

RTCA/DO-229D

WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System)

EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service)

MSAS (MTSAT Satellite-based Augmentation System)

GAGAN (GPS Aided Geo Augmented Navigation)

Product Configuration Files

Connect Equipment

Save Folder/Files to PC

Establish Communications

Determine Current Firmware Versions

Upload Firmware

Upload Software Options

Upload StarFire License

Confirm StarFire Navigation

Factory Default User Profile

Upload User Profile (optional)

System Overview

GNSS Sensor System

Performance Upgrade Path

Accuracy

SBAS

StarFire

NCT Binary Proprietary Data

NMEA-0183 Data

Software Bundles

SF-3050G

SF-3050S

SF-3050M

Bluetooth

Antennae

Rover

Base

Airborne

Tall L-band (High Lat L-Band Antenna Kit option)

Controller

Applications

Unique Features

Electrical Power

Proper Shutdown of SF-3050

Communication Ports

Supplied USB Device Cable

Bluetooth Communications Setup

Accessories

Optional Data Cables

USB Host Cable (Option)