Novatel 600-LB User Information

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NovAtel L1/L2/L-Band GPSAntenna™

Model 600-LB

- User Information -

INTRODUCTION

The performance of the Model 600-LB can be summarized as follows:

• Very good sensitivity to right hand circularly polarized signals over a wide range of
elevations and in all azimuth directions

• Excellent amplitude radiation pattern roll-off near the horizon, in effect eliminating
multipath-generated replicas of the original line-of-sight (LOS) signal

• Excellent reception of low elevation angle satellites (i.e. OmniSTAR, GPS)

• Common location and stable phase center for both L1 and L2 (The phase center in

the x and y-axis is located in the center of the antenna for both channels due to its
inherent symmetry and co-centric type design.)

• Enhanced immunity against electromagnetic interference

• Better radiation “hardening” from lightening or EMP (electromagnetic pulse) effects

• High-speed transient voltage suppressor

• Operational temperature range from cold to hot extremes

The Model 600-LB can be distinguished from other GPS-600 models by its grey rim.

DESCRIPTION

The Model 600-LB GPSAntenna is an active antenna designed to operate at the GPS L1
(1575.42 MHz), the GPS L2 (1227.60 MHz) and the OmniSTAR L-Band (LB) (1520­1565 MHz) frequencies. The antenna element is coupled to a low-noise amplifier (LNA).
The unit is optimized to receive right-hand-circularly-polarized signals, and its radiation
pattern is shaped to ensure high quality signal reception from OmniSTAR and other geo­stationary satellites. The antenna is also optimized to minimize multipath reception.

The Model 600-LB GPSAntenna is intended for kinematic positioning such as GIS,
marine and mobile applications. The sealed radome allows the antenna to be used in
severe weather, marine applications and hostile environments. The unit's compact size
and light weight ensure its portability.

Both the input DC power and the output RF signal flow over a single coaxial cable
connected to the unit's TNC female connector.

To mount the antenna, ensure that the adapter is screwed into the antenna base (finger
tighten only). It is best to leave this adapter in at all times as it protects the plastic threads

of the antenna itself. Screw the bottom of the adapter onto a range pole, tribrach, tripod or
other equivalent mount. Attach coaxial cable from the antenna connector to the antenna
port on your receiver.

Caution: Over tightening the metal adaptor into the plastic baseplate will damage

the baseplate.

The 600-LB antenna will allow you to achieve sub-meter accuracy in stand-alone
applications. It combines the advantage of dual GPS frequency performance and the
availability of differential GPS corrections from the OmniSTAR and other geo-stationary
satellites. Differential corrections coupled with the ability to know ionospheric
corrections will allow you to achieve sub-meter and even centimetre accuracy without

the need to use ground based reference stations.

– ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS –

3 dB pass band: LB 1520 − 1565 ΜΗz

L1: 1575 ± 10 MHz
L2: 1228 ± 10 ΜΗz

– MECHANICAL DRAWINGS –

Out-of-band rejection: L2: f
f
L1/LB 1420 MHz: 30 dB (typical)
1470 MHz: 10 dB (typical)
1625 MHz: 10 dB (typical)
1675 MHz: 30 dB (typical)

Antenna elev. pattern: θ = 90°: 7.0 dBic (L1/LB min.); 6.0 dBic (L2 min.)
(90° = zenith) 20° ≤ θ < 90°: 4.0 dBic (L1/LB min.); 2.0 dBic (L2 min.)
5° ≤ θ < 20°: 3.0 dBic (L1/LB min.); 1.0 dBic (L2 min.)

0° ≤ θ < 5°: 0.0 dBic (L1/LB min.); -2.0 dBic (L2 min.)

LNA gain: 29 ± 3 dB

Polarization: Right-hand circular

Noise figure: ≤ 2.6 dB (typical)

Nominal impedance: 50 Ω

VSWR: ≤ 2.0:1

Power requirements: ≤ 50 mA @ +4 to +18 VDC, 40 mA (typical) @ 5 VDC

– MECHANICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS –

Finish: Weatherable polymer

Weight: ≈ 500 g (1.11 lb)

Altitude: 3000 m (9842.5 ft)

± 50 MHz: 20 dB (typical)

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± 100 MHz: 40 dB (typical)

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Temperature: -55 °C to +85 °C (-67 °F to +185 °F)