OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver, G1010, G1020, G1030, G1040 User Manual
User Guide
Serial GPS Receiver for
Mobile Computer Vehicle Docking Cradles
Part Number: G1010 (Externally powered version)2006FOR FINAL REVIEW - NOT FOR RELEASE
Part Number: G1020 (Cradle powered version for cradles with power out)
Part Number G1030 (Cradle powered version for BlackBay MC70 cradle)
Part Number G1040 (Direct wire power cable version)
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents ...............................................................................................................2
Introduction.........................................................................................................................2
Getting Started....................................................................................................................3
Connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver External Power Version (OrbitGPS Part
Number G1010) to Vehicle Cradles...................................................................................4
Connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver Serial Powered Version (OrbitGPS Part
Number G1020) to Intermec and Motorola Vehicle Cradles..............................................6
Connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver Serial Powered Version (OrbitGPS Part
Number G1030) to Blackbay MC70 Vehicle Cradles.........................................................8
Connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver Direct Wire Version (OrbitGPS Part
Number G1040) to Vehicle Cradles...................................................................................9
LED Light Status...............................................................................................................10
GPS Evaluation Software.................................................................................................11
Specifications....................................................................................................................21
Regulatory Information .....................................................................................................23
Warranty...........................................................................................................................24
Service Information...........................................................................................................25
Introduction
This User Guide provides information about OrbitGPS’s Serial
GPS receiver for vehicle docking cradles for mobile computers.
The OrbitGPS Serial GPS receiver is a SiRFstar III-based, WAASenabled GPS receiver that collects GPS satellite data and
provides it to the mobile computer through the serial port of a
vehicle docking cradle. GPS information is available to the handheld computer when
docked. Two versions are available. One is powered by an external 12V cigarette lighter
adaptor and can be used with all MC900XX and MC70 vehicle cradles. The second
version can be used with MC70 cradle versions that output power through the serial
connector.
There are four versions of OrbitGPS’s Serial GPS receiver:
G1010 – For use with all vehicle cradles. This version is powered by a 12V DC
“cigarette lighter” adaptor.
G1020 – For use with vehicle cradle with power out through the serial connector. This
version is powered through the DB9 serial connector used to connect the receiver to
the cradle’s serial port.
G1030 – For use with Blackbay’s VMC2500 vehicle cradle for the Motorola MC70.
G1040 – For use with all vehicle cradles. This version is powered by a 12V/24V DC
direct-wire power adaptor with flying leads.
The OrbitGPS Serial GPS receiver outputs GPS information as industry standard NMEA
sentences which are compatible with most GPS software applications. It can also be
configured to output GPS information in the SiRF Binary format.
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OrbitGPS’s GPS receivers offer typical accuracies of 3-5 meters uncorrected, and 3
meters or better with Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) correction.1 They are
tested to comply with FCC and CE standards.
Note: Screens and windows pictured in this User Guide are samples and may vary.
Getting Started
Using the Serial GPS receiver with an existing GPS application
The Serial GPS receiver is designed to work “out-of-the-box” with GPS applications that
accept data in the NMEA protocol format.
The National Marine Electronics Association regulates the NMEA 0183 specifications
standard which defines a set of ASCII strings, called sentences, which relay GPS
navigation information. This is the most commonly used standard for GPS
communications.
To configure the Serial GPS receiver for use with a GPS application that supports the
NMEA protocol, set the following parameters in the GPS application:
GPS Com Port or Com Port: COM1
Baud Rate: 4800
Protocol: NMEA (Depending on the GPS application, you may not be asked to enter
the protocol.)
Once these parameters have been set, the GPS application should begin automatically
receiving GPS data from the Serial GPS receiver. Please consult the GPS application
documentation for further information on how to communicate with an attached GPS
receiver.
Using the Serial GPS receiver with WAAS and EGNOS
The OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver is configured to receive GPS correction data from the
Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) and European Geostationary Navigation
Overlay Service (EGNOS) differential correction systems. Simply put, WAAS and EGNOS
broadcast additional correction data that is used to improve quality of the GPS data
provided by GPS receivers. The OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver will automatically acquire
and utilize the correction data of WAAS or EGNOS satellites available in the area of use.
For more information on WAAS visit:
http://gps.faa.gov/programs/waas/currentnews-text.htm
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*Accuracy is subject to degradation based on environmental and positional conditions. Rated accuracy provides 95%
Circle Error Probability (CEP) position accuracies of <5 meters with WAAS correction and <10 meters uncorrected.
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Connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver External Power Version
(OrbitGPS Part Number G1010) to Vehicle Cradles
The OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver with cigarette lighter power adaptor (OrbitGPS Part
G1010) can be used with MC90XX S (Short) and K (Brick) and MC70 vehicle cradles. Set
up instructions are the same for all of these. In this installation, the GPS receiver draws
power from a 12V DC “cigarette lighter” adaptor. As long as the adaptor is powered, the
GPS receiver will operate. As such, the DC power jack needs to draw uninterrupted power
from the vehicle for constant operation of the GPS receiver. Install the vehicle cradle
before connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver.
When attached to the vehicle dock, the Serial GPS receiver allows the mobile computer,
when docked in the cradle, to capture GPS data.
Step 1
To connect the Serial GPS to the vehicle cradle, plug the DB9 Serial connector into the
serial port found on the bottom of the cradle to the left of the power cable. Tighten the DB9
serial connector with the thumbscrews to ensure a secure connection.
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Step 2
Connect PS2 style connecter coming from the DB9 Serial connector/power cable to the
PS2 connector coming from the GPS receiver.
Step 3
Plug the cigarette lighter adaptor into a 12V DC power receptacle. The red LED light on
the adaptor will be lit if power is available.
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Step 4
Position the GPS receiver where it has a clear view of the sky for optimal performance.
The receiver is magnetized for use with vehicle roofs.
Connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver Serial Powered Version
(OrbitGPS Part Number G1020) to Intermec and Motorola Vehicle
Cradles
Motorola MC70 Cradle (VCD7000): The serial powered version of the OrbitGPS Serial
GPS Receiver (LP01632) can be used with RoHS-compliant versions of the MC70 vehicle
cradle that offer power out through the DB9 serial connector. Consult Motorola
documentation to determine if you have a compatible cradle. In this configuration, the GPS
receiver draws power from the MC70 mobile computer through the DB9 serial connector
and requires no additional power supply. As a result, the GPS is powered only when the
mobile computer is docked in the cradle and a valid GPS com port is open in a running
GPS application. If the mobile computer is undocked or goes into suspend mode, power is
no longer supplied to the GPS receiver. This situation may lead to slightly longer GPS start
times when the mobile computer is docked or is resumed after a suspend. Install the
vehicle cradle before connecting the OrbitGPS Serial GPS Receiver.
Intermec CN3 & 700 series: The serial powered version of the OrbitGPS Serial GPS
Receiver (LP01632) can be used CN3 and 700 series vehicle docks.
700 series – Use the serial port marked “A” on the back of the dock and follow the
instructions below. The serial GPS receiver will not operate if used with the serial port
marked “B.”
CN3 – To connect the serial GPS to the dock, you will need the Intermec serial
adaptor cable (Intermec part number 225-737-001).
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When attached to the vehicle dock, the Serial GPS receiver allows the mobile computer,
when docked in the cradle, to capture GPS data.
Step 1
To connect the Serial GPS to the vehicle cradle, plug the DB9 Serial connector into the
serial port found on the bottom of the cradle to the left of the power cable. Tighten the DB9
serial connector with the thumbscrews to ensure a secure connection.
Step 2
Connect PS2 style connecter coming from the DB9 Serial connector to the PS2 connector
coming from the GPS receiver.
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