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Chapter 1: Introducing the Outback A320/321
A320/321 Overview
Key Features
What’s Included
Ports and Connections
Display Panel
Radio Options
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A320A321
A320/321 Overview
The Outback A320/321 smart antennas offer fast, portable, professional-level accuracy
in a rugged, all-in-one enclosure. The A320/321 comprises the following models:
•Outback A320™ Smart Antenna
•Outback A321™ Smart Antenna
Note: When referring to both the Outback A320 and the Outback A321 this manual
uses the term A320/321. When referring to one antenna or the other this manual uses
the name of the specific antenna (A320 or A321).
Figure 1-1: A320/321 smart antennas
The A320/321 smart antennas offer versatile, portable solutions with centimeter-level
accuracy powered by Hemisphere GPS’ Eclipse™ II multifrequency GNSS receiver
technology.
With the Eclipse II GNSS OEM module, RTK performance is scalable. Utilize the same
centimeter-level accuracy in either L1-only mode, or employ the full performance of
fast RTK over long distances with L1/L2 GNSS signals. Hemisphere GPS’ exclusive
SureTrack™ technology ensures your RTK rover is making use of every satellite it is
tracking, even satellites not tracked at the base. Benefit from fewer RTK dropouts in
congested environments, faster reacquisitions, and more robust solutions due to
better cycle slip detection. SureTrack also removes concerns with mixing GNSS data
from various manufacturers. Even if your base is only L1/L2 GPS, SureTrack with
GLONASS at your rover delivers complete GNSS performance.
The durable enclosures house the receivers, antennas, and optional radio modems, all
in one package. They can be powered through various sources, making the A320/321
ideal for a variety of applications, where:
•A320 is designed to be mounted on a variety of roving machines and
vehicles for kinematic positioning and navigation applications
•A321 can be used as a portable base station mounted on a tripod or riser,
includes a full graphic display with menu selection keys, and can log data to
a standard USB flash drive
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Key Features
Key features of the A320/321 include:
•Centimeter-level accuracy using Eclipse II technology in a rugged, all-in-one
enclosure
•Improved GNSS performance, particularly with RTK and GLONASS
applications through the implementation of SureTrack technology
•Eclipse II RTK engine capable of converging at long range baselines up to
50 km (radio link dependent)
Note: The 400 MHz radio link limits RTK distances. See “Typical Distance
Performance” on page 30 for more information.
•High-precision positioning in RTK, L-band, and SBAS/DGPS modes
®
•Supports NMEA 2000
with external devices
•Compatible with RTK reference networks through RTCM v3 or CMR/CMR+
corrections
•SBAS satellite ranging technology increases the number of satellites in view
for greater speed and reliability
•SureTrack technology for fewer RTK dropouts in congested environments,
faster re-acquisitions, better cycle slip detection, and the assurance that
even if the base supports only GPS the rover will process GLONASS signals
to deliver complete GNSS performance
•Internal radio bay supports Microhard radios
, NMEA 0183, binary, and USB for communication
The A320/321 supports a variety of communication protocols for communicating with
navigation systems, data loggers, CAN systems and other devices. See Appendix A,
“Technical Specifications” for a list of communication protocols supported by the
A320/321 (Table A-3 on page 58) as well other technical specifications.
What’s Included
The parts included in your A320 or A321 kit depend on the configuration you
purchased. All kits include the following:
•A320 or A321 antenna
•Power and data cables
•Mounting hardware
•Battery and charger (portable base station kit only)
•User Guide and Quick Reference Guide
Contact your Outback dealer for questions about the parts included in your kit.
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Antenna port
Power/data port
Ports and Connections
A320 Ports and Connections
Figure 1-2 shows the ports and connections for the A320 and Table 1-1 provides
additional information about each port/connection.
Figure 1-2: A320 ports and connections
Table 1-1: A320 ports and connections
PortWhat to connect
Radio antenna portExternal antenna (radio connector)
Power/data port
(circular connector)
External power/data cable; allows you to supply power to the A320
as well as communicate with external devices via CAN (NMEA
2000), NMEA 0183 serial, and binary
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Antenna port
USB cable port
Power port
USB flash drive
(data storage)
(data transfer)
Serial ports
Mounting hole
(if using pole
or tripod)
A321 Ports and Connections
Figure 1-3 shows the ports and connections for the A321 and Table 1-2 provides
additional information about each port/connection.
Figure 1-3: A321 ports and connections
Table 1-2: A321 ports and connections
PortWhat to connect
Radio antenna portExternal antenna (radio connector)
Serial portExternal serial devices
DB9 connection that allows you to update software or set advanced
configuration options. Both DB9 serial ports can be used at the
same time; for example, you can use Port A to receive RTK
corrections while using Port B to output NMEA messages.
For information on outputting NMEA messages refer to the
Hemisphere GPS Technical Reference (go to
www.hemispheregps.com/support and click the GPS Reference
icon).
USB cable portUSB data cable
Advanced service and applications, supporting a direct connection
to a PC via USB cable.
USB data portUSB flash drive (port is labeled ‘USB STICK’)
Power portExternal power cable
Mounting holePole or tripod mount
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DGPS indicator
Power indicator
GPS indicator
Up Arrow button
Enter button
Down Arrow button
(scroll up through items)
(scroll down through items)
(select an item)
Menu
DGPS indicator
Power indicator
GPS indicator
Display Panel
This section describes the display panel on the A320 and the A321 and provides
information on the LED indicators that are common to both the A320 and A321.
A320 Display Panel
The A320 display panel consists of LED indicators for power, GPS, and DGPS.
Figure 1-4: A320 display panel
Refer to the following sections for more information on using the control panel:
•“LED Indicators” on page 7
•“Connecting the A320 to External Devices” on page 13
•“Operating the A320” on page 38
A321 Display Panel
The A321 display panel allows you to select menu options and view power and GPS
status.
Refer to the following sections for more information on using the control panel:
•“LED Indicators” on page 7
•“Powering the A321” on page 16
•“Operating the A321” on page 47
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Figure 1-5: A321 display panel
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LED Indicators
The A320/321 uses LEDs to indicate power, GPS lock, and DGPS position. There is a
corresponding icon to the right of each LED. Table 1-3 describes each LED indicator.
Table 1-3: LED display
LEDFunction
PowerRedPower on
GPSYellowGPS lock
DGPSGreenDGPS position
LED
Color
Description
•Solid LED indicates GPS lock
•Blinking LED indicates acquiring data
•Solid LED indicates differential position
achieved
•Blinking LED indicates broadcast (A321)
or reception (A320) of differential
corrections
Radio Options
The following radio configurations are available for the A320/321.
•No radio kit (basic version)
•Microhard radio kit
To purchase an optional radio, contact your Outback Guidance dealer.
For information on configuring a Microhard radio see the following:
•“Configuring Your A320/321 400 MHz Microhard Radio” on page 22
•“Configuring Your A320/321 900 MHz Microhard Radio” on page 32
Obtaining Product Updates
Contact your Outback Guidance dealer or Outback Guidance Customer Service to
obtain product updates for A320/321 firmware, software (such as Remote Control),
and GPS applications.
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Installing the A320
Installing the A321
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This chapter provides instructions for installing your Outback A320/321. It includes the
following sections:
A320A321
•Selecting the proper antenna location
•Routing and securing the cables
•Mounting the A320
•Connecting the A320 to an Outback S3
•Connecting the A320 to external
devices
•Powering the A320
•Mounting the A321
•Powering the A321
Note: The A321 is pre-configured for use as
a base station in an RTK system. The
provided kit includes everything you need
to set up and begin using your base station.
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Ideal antenna placement
on vehicle
Installing the A320
This section covers the following topics:
•Selecting the proper antenna location (below)
•Routing and securing the cables (below)
•Mounting the A320
•Connecting the A320 to an Outback S3
•Connecting the A320 to external devices
•Powering the A320
Selecting the Proper Antenna Location
Proper antenna placement is critical to positioning accuracy.
To select the proper antenna location:
1.Place the antenna with an
unobstructed view of the
sky.
Note: An obstructed view
of the sky may impair
system performance. The
GPS engine computes a
position based on
measurements from each
satellite to the internal GPS
receiver.
2.Mount the antenna on, or as close as possible to, the center of your point of
measurement.
3.Position the antenna as high as possible.
Routing and Securing the Cables
Consider the following when routing cables:
•Do not run cables in areas of excessive heat
•Do not expose cables to corrosive chemicals
•Do not crimp or excessively bend cables
•Do not place tension on cables
•Coil up excess cable in the cab of the vehicle
•Secure along the cable route using plastic tie wraps as necessary
•Do not run cables near high voltage or strong RF noise and transmitter
sources
Improperly installed cables near machinery may cause injury or death.
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S3
A320
Power/
CAN
eDriveX/eDriveTC
Power/CAN/COM
Auxiliary
Mounting the A320
The A320 features a built-in magnetic mount. Simply place the A320 on your vehicle in
the appropriate location. See “Selecting the Proper Antenna Location” on page 11.
Connecting the A320 to an Outback S3
You can use the A320 in the following Outback Guidance equipment configurations:
•A320 and S3
•A320 and S3 with Outback eDriveTC
•A320 and S3 with Outback eDriveX
The following diagram displays the cable connections for the A320, S3, and eDriveX
or eDriveTC.
A320 and S3
To connect the cables:
•Using the A320 power cable connect the A320 to the “Console” end of the
S3 power/CAN cable.
Note: The Y cable is not required in this configuration.
A320 and S3 with eDriveTC
To connect the cables:
1.Disconnect the “Console” end of the S3 power/CAN cable from the eDriveTC
console.
2.Using the Y cable connect the eDriveTC console to the S3 power/CAN cable.
3.Using the A320 power cable connect the A320 to the open end of the Y
cable.
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Figure 2-1: A320 cable connections
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A320 and S3 with eDriveX
To connect the cables:
1.Disconnect the “Console” end of the S3 power/CAN cable from the eDriveX
harness.
2.Using the Y cable connect the eDriveX harness to the S3 power/CAN cable.
3.Using the A320 power cable connect the A320 to the open end of the Y
cable.
Connecting the A320 to External Devices
The A320 can communicate with a variety of external data loggers, rate controllers,
yield monitors, or other devices. The external device must be connected through the
DB9 serial port of the A320 power cable.
Note: See your Outback Guidance dealer or visit the online store at
www.outbackguidance.com to select a suitable adapter cable.
Powering the A320
To p owe r th e A3 2 0:
1.Turn on the power switch on the A320 power cable.
2.Check the functionality of the A320 by monitoring the Power LED.
Do not apply a voltage higher than 36 VDC. This will damage the
receiver and void the warranty.
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A321 with fixed/pole
mounting hole
Installing the A321
This section covers the following topics:
•Mounting the A321
•Powering the A321
Mounting the A321
You can mount the A321 in either of the following ways,
depending on the kit you purchased:
•Fixed base station using the included mounting
bracket
•Portable base station using the included tripod
stem and adapter
Fixed Base Station Mounting
Fixed base station kits for the A321 include a
right angle mounting bracket. After you
mount the bracket you screw the A321 onto
the bracket.
To mount the A321 as a fixed base station:
1.Attach the mounting bracket to a
secure location using the supplied
hardware.
2.Thread the center hole of the A321
onto the bolt that is permanently
fixed to the mounting bracket.
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Tripod
Tripod
Tripod
adapter
stem
Portable Base Station Mounting
Mount the A321 to the tripod using the provided tripod adapter.
To mount the A321 as a portable base station:
1.Thread the provided tripod stem
onto the tripod adapter.
2.Mount the tripod adapter unit onto
the tripod, leaving the adapter
loose on the tripod.
3.Thread the center hole of the A321 onto
the tripod stem.
4.Position the A321 in the desired
orientation and tighten the adapter onto
the tripod.
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Power cable connected
to battery
A321 connected
to battery
Power LED is on (red)
Powering the A321
Depending on the parts included in your A321 kit you can the power the A321 via
either of the following:
•110/220 V AC power cable
•Power cable (terminated with battery clips) to connect to a 12 V battery*
*You can use a 12 V car battery or, if you purchased a portable base station
kit, you can use the included 12 V battery
The A321 is automatically “on” upon connecting a power source.
Note: The following procedure describes how to connect the A321 to a 12 V car
battery using the power cable (terminated with battery clips) included in some A321
kits. If your kit includes the 110/220 V AC power cable connect the power cable to a
suitable power source in step 2.
To connect a power source to the A321:
1.Connect the provided power cable to the A321’s power port. See Figure 1-3
on page 5 for the location of the power port.
2.Attach the positive and
negative leads at the
opposite end of the
power cable to the
positive and negative
terminals of a car battery.
Note: If you purchased
the portable base station
kit, the connection to the
12 V battery is the same
as shown at right.
3.Check the Power LED on the A321—a red LED
indicates a successful connection and the
A321 has power. See “LED Indicators” on
page 7 for more information on the display
panel LEDs.
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Using the Menus
A320/321 Radio Configuration Overview
Configuring Your A320/321 400 MHz Microhard Radio
Configuring Your A320/321 900 MHz Microhard Radio
Operating the A320
Operating the A321
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A321 display panelRemote Control display panel
This chapter provides an overview of using the menu system as well as basic
configuration and operation instructions for your A320/321:
•For using your A320 see “Operating the A320” on page 38
•For using your A321 see “Operating the A321” on page 47
Using the Menus
The A321 includes a menu system you access from the display panel; see “A321
Display Panel” on page 6 for a brief overview. Although the A320 does not include a
menu system accessible from its display panel, you can use Hemisphere GPS’ Remote
Control software to perform many of the same tasks that you can with the A321’s
menu system. Even though the A321 has a physical display panel, you can use
Remote Control with the A321 as well.
Note: The following sections refer to the A321 physical display panel or the A320 or
A321 using Remote Control software.
Obtaining and Setting Up Remote Control Software
Remote Control is available from the Outback Guidance website.
1.Open a web browser and go to www.outbackguidance.com.
2.Navigate to Support > Precision > Software.
3.Click the Remote Control link and save the download to your PC.
4.Install the software.
To use Remote Control software you must connect your A320/321 to your PC (on
which Remote Control is installed) using a serial cable. Just power on your receiver
and start Remote Control and you can begin using the software.
Comparing Remote Control Software to the A321 Physical
Display Panel
Figure 3-1 shows the physical display panel of the A321 alongside the Remote Control
software display panel.
Note: There is a slight delay (a second or so) when using Remote Control (the screen
may not refresh immediately).
Figure 3-1: A321 display panel vs. Remote Control display panel
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Channel
bars
GNSS Signal Level Display
Figure 3-2: A321 menu
As shown in Figure 3-2 the channel bars above the menu visually display each
channel's tracking status (one bar section for each channel) as follows:
•When tracking L1 GPS only, each bar represents L1
GPS.
•When tracking L1/L2 GPS, each bar is two separate
bars (starting from the left, first bar for L1 GPS,
second bar for L2 GPS)
•When tracking L1/L2 GPS and GLONASS, each bar is
four separate bars (starting from the left, first bar for
L1 GPS, second bar for L2 GPS, third bar for L1
GLONASS, fourth bar for L2 GLONASS)
Note: If you have a GLONASS subscription, the first menu item on the Top menu is
GNSS. If you do not have a GLONASS subscription, the first menu item is GPS.
Navigating the Menus and Selecting Menu Items
Whether you are using the physical display on the A321 or you have an A320 or A321
connected to a PC and are running Remote Control, on startup the Top menu appears.
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Up Arrow button
Enter button
Down Arrow button
(scroll up through items)
(scroll down through items)
(select an item)
The A320/321 front panel contains three soft buttons: Up Arrow, Enter, and Down
Arrow (see Figure 3-4).
Figure 3-4: Menu buttons
In addition to selecting items you can return to previous menu levels using the
following menus items:
•Select Back to return to the previous menu level
•Select Top Menu to return to the Top menu
Table 3-1 describes the indicators that appear to the right of specific menu items.
Table 3-1: Menu item indicators
IndicatorPurposeExample
Display
indicator
Go to the indicated submenu
This indicator also appears
to the right of the “Back” and
“Top Menu” menu items.
•Pressing Enter when
“Back” is selected
returns you to the
previous menu.
•Pressing Enter when
“Top Menu” is
selected returns you
to the Top menu.
1.On the Top menu press the Down Arrow button to highlight System
Setup. The Display indicator appears
to the right of System Setup.
2.Press Enter to display the System
Setup menu.
3.Press the Down Arrow button again
to highlight the Display Format
option and then press Enter. The
items on the Display Format menu
appear and the Select indicator
appears to the right of Disp Update
(the first item on the Display Format
Scrolls within a menu to
highlight an option to select.
menu).
4.Press Enter on the Disp Update item.
The Display indicator changes to the
Select indicator.
5.Press the Up Arrow or Down
Select
indicator
Arrow button to scroll through the
available options (such as 1Hz and
5Hz).
6.Press Enter on the highlighted
option to select it. That option is now
the setting for the menu item and the
Select indicator changes back to the
Display indicator.
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Down
Arrow
button
Enter
button
Menu and Menu Item Selection in This User Guide
For many instructions in this User Guide the following example illustrates the
nomenclature used for navigating the menus.
“On the Top menu select Data Logging > Config” is the equivalent to saying “On
the Top menu select Data Logging and press Enter. Then select Config and press
Enter.”
When making selections for a menu item, such as selecting Yes or No for Auto-Name
(Data Logging > Config menu), the instructions will indicate to select the menu item
and press Enter to allow you to then select an option for that menu item and then
press Enter again to select that option.
Entering Alphanumeric Characters
Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow buttons to enter alphanumeric characters (for
example, when entering a job name or a subscription code).
To enter alphanumeric characters:
1.At the prompt, press the Down Arrow button to scroll to the
desired character.
The character appears on a black
background when the prompt is
active.
2.Press Enter to select the
character. The prompt moves to
the next character.
3.Press Enter when done.
Top Menu Overview
Refer to Appendix B, “Menu Map” for a complete menu map for the following options
on the Top menu:
•GPS/GNSS
•Differential corrections (menu item will be the selected differential source,
such as SBAS or Autonomous)
•Base Station (A321 only)
•Config (configuration) Wizard
•System Setup
•Data Logging
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A320/321 Radio Configuration Overview
If your A320/321 antenna has an optional radio use the information in this section to
configure the A320/321 to set the following:
•Radio mode of operation
•Channel/frequency
•Power
Note: The radio mode and channel/frequency of the A320 rover must match that of
the A321 base station for the A320 rover to successfully receive the broadcasted RTK
messages.
Some configuration steps will differ slightly depending on the type of radio you have
installed in your A320/321.
•If you have a Microhard 400 MHz radio installed go to “Configuring Your
A320/321 400 MHz Microhard Radio” below.
•If you have a Microhard 900 MHz radio installed go to “Configuring Your
A320/321 900 MHz Microhard Radio” on page 32.
Additionally, for the 400 MHz radio you can encrypt RTK data using the Microhard
radio static mask (see page 28).
Configuring Your A320/321 400 MHz
Microhard Radio
Setting the Radio Mode of Operation
The radio mode refers to a Hemisphere GPS-proprietary mode or a number of
industry-standard compatible modes—see Table 3-2 on page 24 for more information
on supported radio modes.
Note: The following steps show how to use Remote Control software to set the mode.
Follow the same steps if using the actual menu on the A321 to set its mode.
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Complete the following steps to set the radio mode:
StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
Base Station
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select Base Station.
Rover
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select RTK.
2.Scroll to (if necessary)
and select Radio.
3.Scroll to and select
Mode.
4.Use the Up Arrow and
Down Arrow buttons
to display the desired
mode and press Enter
to select the mode.
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Table 3-2 describes the available radio modes. Pac Crest provides a configuration tool
that allows you to view the parameters in the Description column; therefore, select the
mode you need based on these parameters (PC1 and PC3 differ only by the FEC
parameter: ON or OFF).
Note: Hemisphere GPS recommends PC1 for most applications. You should only use
PC3 if your are trying to maintain compatibility with an existing Pac Crest network.
Table 3-2: 400 MHz Microhard radio modes
ModeDescriptionComment
PC19600 bps link rate,
GMSK, FEC ON,
Scrambling ON
PC2Future mode, currently not supported
PC39600 bps link rate,
GMSK, FEC OFF,
Scrambling ON
PC4Future mode, currently not supported
HGPS
16000 bps link
rate, FEC OFF,
Scrambling ON
Compatible with Pac Crest and Satel. This is the most
common mode of operation and generally provides the
best distance performance. Throughput is limited to
approximately 5600 bits/sec.
Compatible with Pac Crest. This mode provides slightly
inferior distance performance compared to PC1, but
provides better throughput of approximately 8300 bits/
sec.
This mode is similar to PC3, but provides better
throughput of
maintaining excellent sensitivity. This mode also
allows setup of network repeaters and
retransmissions.
Setting the Frequency
approximately 14000 bit/sec, while still
You must obtain a valid radio license for your jurisdiction before using
the A320/321 with 400 MHz radio. Only set the radio to the frequency and power you
are licensed to use at your location.
Each A321 base station and A320 rover in a network must be configured to operate on
the same frequency.
You can set the frequency to any value between 410 MHz and 480 MHz. The frequency
must be a multiple of 0.0125 MHz (12.5 kHz). If you enter an invalid frequency, it will be
rejected with an “INVALID” error.
Note: The following steps show how to use Remote Control software to set the
frequency. Follow the same steps if using the actual menu on the A321 to set its
frequency.
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Complete the following steps to set the frequency:
StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
Base Station
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select Base Station.
Rover
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select RTK.
2.Scroll to (if necessary)
and select Radio.
3.Scroll to and select
Freq.
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StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
4.To set the frequency:
a.Use the Up Arrow
and Down Arrow
buttons to set the
first digit and then
press Enter. After
pressing Enter the
next digit to the
right is highlighted.
b.Repeat step a for
each digit.
Note: When you press Enter to set the last digit, the frequency is set and the select
indicator changes to the display indicator (you can now use the Up Arrow and Down
Arrow buttons to highlight other Radio options such as Type and RSSI).
Setting the Power
Note: The following steps show how to use Remote Control software to set the
power. Follow the same steps if using the actual menu on the A321 to set its power.
Complete the following steps to set the power:
StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
Base Station
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select Base Station.
Rover
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select RTK.
2.Scroll to (if necessary)
and select Radio.
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StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
3.Scroll to and select
Power.
4.Use the Up Arrow and
Down Arrow buttons
to display the desired
power and press Enter
to select the power.
The A321 is capable of transmitting at an output power ranging from 0.1 W (20 dBm)
up to 5 W (37 dBm) in 1 dB increments. Hemisphere GPS recommends that you set
the power to the highest level allowable by your license.
If battery life is a concern, you may want to start with the highest allowable power
setting on the A321 base station and back it off to the lowest level that still provides
adequate RF coverage for your location.
The radio is the main contributor to battery drain; therefore, backing off on the
transmit power allows for significantly longer discharge times. Table 3-3 lists typical
A321 power consumption.
Table 3-3: Typical A320/321 power consumption
Radio TX Power
Setting
20 dBm (0.1 W)7.2 W31 hours
27 dBm (0.5 W)9.0 W25.0 hours
30 dBm (1 W)10.4 W21.5 hours
33 dBm (2 W)12.6 W17.5 hours
Typical Total Outback
A321 Power Consumption
Typical Battery Discharge
Time of 18Ah SLA Battery
35 dBm (3 W)14.1 W15.5 hours
37 dBm (5 W)18.0 W11.8 hours
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Table 3-3: Typical A320/321 power consumption (continued)
Radio TX Power
Setting
Receive mode only5.7 W39 hours
Note: Typically the rover (A320) is always in receive mode and the base station (A321) is
always in transmit mode.
Typical Total Outback
A321 Power Consumption
Typical Battery Discharge
Time of 18Ah SLA Battery
Encrypting RTK Data Using the Microhard Radio Static Mask
When configuring a Microhard radio you can set the static mask to encrypt (require a
password to access) RTK data. The default static mask for the 400 MHz radio is blank
(no static mask).
Before you set the static mask, make sure you are running the latest version of
Remote Control software. To obtain the latest version of Remote Control, visit
www.outbackguidance.com and navigate to Support > Precision > Software.
You can connect to the A320/321 via Remote Control or a terminal window.
Setting the Static Mask Using Remote Control
1.Connect to the A320/321 on Port A.
2.Start Remote Control and on
the UHF Radio tab click
Advanced.
This takes the radio offline,
passes through to the radio
data port, and presents the
current radio configuration
(shown at right).
The static mask is parameter
S107 and is shown in the
output as:
Static Mask S107=****
3.Type ATS107=xxxxxxxx in
the drop-down box and then
press Enter (or click SEND) to
change the static mask, where
xxxxxxxx represents the
static mask you want to use.
If successfully set, the radio
will reply with OK.
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4.Send the command AT&W to save the settings.
5.Click QUIT to return to normal operating mode.
Note: To remove the static mask (remove encryption) repeat the above procedure but
in step 4 type ATS107= in the drop-down box (do not type anything after the “=”).
Setting the Static Mask Using a Terminal Window
1.Connect to the A320/321 on Port A.
2.Start the terminal program on your PC. Make sure the baud rate of your PC
port matches that of the A320/321.
3.Send the command $JRELAY,PORTC,$MENUREPLY,A
4.Send the command $JRELAY,PORTC,$JRADIO,PROGRAMMODE to take the
radio offline, pass through to the radio data port, and present the current
radio configuration.
The static mask is parameter S107 and is shown in the output as:
Static Mask S107=****
5.Type ATS107=xxxxxxxx to change the static mask:
where xxxxxxxx represents the static mask you want to use. If successfully
set, the radio will reply with OK.
6.Send the command AT&W to save the settings.
7.T y p e QUIT (uppercase) to return to normal operating mode.
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Typical Distance Performance
Distance performance is dependent on several factors including:
•Base station antenna height
•Base station antenna gain
•Cable losses
•Base station transmit power
•Rover antenna gain
•Rover antenna height
•Receiver (rover) sensitivity
•Terrain
Hemisphere GPS’ high performance 400 MHz radio solution, when properly installed,
can provide up to 30 km of RTK coverage from one base station location. Figure 3-5
approximates the distance performance you can expect.
Figure 3-5: Typical RTK distance performance vs. base station antenna
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Typical Base-Rover Communication Range vs. Cable Length
Based on CCIR Path Loss Model - Plots show distance vs. cable length for four different
base antenna heights. Transmitter is 450 MHz at 3 W. Rover antenna height is 3 m.
The expected range is based on the following assumptions:
•Gently rolling hills
•Medium to low vegetation
•High quality, low loss RF cables at base station
•Base station uses Hemisphere GPS recommended 5 dBi antenna
•Base station Tx power is set to 3 W
•Rover antenna height is 3 m above ground level
•Frequency of operation is 450 MHz
•Mode of operation is PC1 (9600 bps GMSK, FEC ON)
As shown in Figure 3-5 base station antenna height is key to RTK performance. When
installing your base station, find a location on a structure, preferably at the highest
elevation available.
At 2m (6ft) base antenna height above ground, typical RTK distance performance is
approximately 8 km (5 mi). However, as you raise the base station antenna, this range
improves dramatically. At 20 m (65 ft) above ground level, rovers can expect to
typically receive RTK corrections at distances up to about 28 km (17 mi).
It is important to use high quality RF cable at the base station. Hemisphere GPS
provides high-quality RF cables in lengths of 15, 30, or 45 m.
Normally, the A321 will be located close to ground level, while the 400 MHz UHF
antenna will be mounted on a structure several meters above ground. This requires a
fairly long run of cable. Figure 3-6 illustrates the typical degradation in distance
performance (for four different base station antenna heights) as you use longer runs
of RF cable.
Figure 3-6: Typical RTK distance performance vs. RF cable length at base
station for four base station antenna heights above ground
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Configuring Your A320/321 900 MHz
Microhard Radio
Setting the Radio Mode of Operation
The radio mode refers to a number of Hemisphere GPS-proprietary modes that are
optimized for certain message types and environments. See Table 3-4 on page 33 for
more information on supported radio modes.
Note: The following steps show how to use Remote Control software to set the mode.
Follow the same steps if using the actual menu on the A321 to set its mode.
Complete the following steps to set the radio mode:
StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
Base Station
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select Base Station.
Rover
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select RTK.
2.Scroll to (if necessary)
and select Radio.
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StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
3.Scroll to and select
Mode.
4.Use the Up Arrow and
Down Arrow buttons
to display the desired
mode and press Enter
to select the mode.
Table 3-4 describes the available Hemisphere GPS-proprietary radio modes.
Hemisphere GPS recommends FAST mode for most applications.
Note: The Microhard MHX920-FS 900 MHz radio is proprietary and will not
communicate with other RTK manufacturers’ equipment.
Table 3-4: 900 MHz Microhard radio modes
ModeDescriptionComment
SLOW19200 bit/s RF link rate
with forward error
correction (FEC)
Compatible with previously-released MHX920-SL1
(Part No. 808-1003-000) radio kit. Lowest data
throughput of all the modes. Not recommended for
new installations.
SLOW is required for use on older 900 MHz radios
available from Hemisphere GPS.
SLOW219200 bit/s RF link rate
with no FEC
FAST115200 bit/s RF link
rate with no FEC
Improved data throughput over SLOW mode. Suitable
for use in low-noise environments with A320/321.
Superior data throughput allows RTK messages to be
rebroadcast multiple times per second. Provides the
best performance in most applications.
FAST is required for GLONASS on the A320/A321.
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Setting the Channel
You can set the channel to any value between 1 and 100.
Each A321 base station and A320 rover in a network must be configured to operate on
the same channel.
Note: The following steps show how to use Remote Control software to set the
channel. Follow the same steps if using the actual menu on the A321 to set its channel.
Complete the following steps to set the channel:
StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
Base Station
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select Base Station.
Rover
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select RTK.
2.Scroll to (if necessary)
and select Radio.
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StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
3.Scroll to and select
Channel.
4.Use the Up Arrow and
Down Arrow buttons
to display the desired
channel and then press
Enter.
Note: When you press Enter to set the last digit, the channel is set and the select indicator
changes to the display indicator (you can now use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow buttons
to highlight other Radio options such as Type and RSSI).
Setting the Power
Note: The following steps show how to use Remote Control software to set the
power. Follow the same steps if using the actual menu on the A321 to set its power.
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Complete the following steps to set the power:
StepBase Station Screen ItemRover Screen Item
Base Station
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select Base Station.
Rover
1.On the Top menu scroll
to and select RTK.
2.Scroll to (if necessary)
and select Radio.
3.Scroll to and select
Power.
4.Use the Up Arrow and
Down Arrow buttons
to display the desired
power and press Enter
to select the power.
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The Microhard MHX920-FS radio in the A321 is capable of transmitting at an output
power ranging from 0.1 W (20 dBm) up to 1 W (30 dBm) in 1 dB increments.
Hemisphere GPS recommends that you set the power to the maximum (1 W / 30 dBm)
for most applications.
Table 3-5: Typical A320/321 power consumption
Radio TX Power
Setting
20 dBm (0.1 W)7.2 W31 hours
27 dBm (0.5 W)9.0 W25.0 hours
30 dBm (1 W)10.4 W21.5 hours
Receive mode only5.7 W39 hours
Note: Typically the rover (A320) is always in receive mode and the base station (A321) is
always in transmit mode.
Typical Total Outback
A321 Power Consumption
Typical Battery Discharge
Time of 18Ah SLA Battery
Checking VSWR
Voltage standing wave ratio (VSWR) provides an
indication of any RF cabling or antenna problems and
can be read on the base station menu interface.
VSWR has the following characteristics:
•The lower the number the better.
•Anything below 2 generally indicates the
cabling and antenna are installed correctly.
•If the value is above 2, check that the cable and antenna are securely
installed and that there is no visible damage.
The VSWR reading is updated approximately every 30 seconds.
Checking RSSI
Received signal strength indicator (RSSI) is a status
update of the strength of the signal received at the
rover, and can be read on the rover’s menu interface.
•The higher the number the better (for
example, -90 is better than -100).
•Typically, an RSSI of -100 and better is
acceptable for reliably receiving RTK
messages from the base station.
•If the value is below -100, steps should be taken to improve signal strength.
The best way to do this is to raise the height of the base station antenna.
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Operating the A320
Quick Start
Initial startup may take from 5 to 15 minutes, depending on your geographic location.
For example, it may take up to 5 minutes to receive a full ionospheric map from SBAS
to ensure optimum accuracy.
1.Verify the A320 and all connected systems are
powered on. When you turn the switch on the
power cable to the “ON” position the red LED
illuminates (indicating power).
See “LED Indicators” on page 7 for more
information on the A320 LED indicators.
2.Enter a receiver authorization code (optional). See “Adding Additional
Receiver Authorizations” on page 38.
3.Configure GPS options. See “Configuring GPS Settings with Outback S3”
below.
4.Activate L-band service (optional). See “Activating L-Band Service” on
page 46.
5.Wait for the A320 to converge on a differential
signal. A green LED indicates DGPS. You are
ready to begin using your A320.
Configuring GPS Settings with Outback S3
Configuring the A320 for use with an S3 involves the following steps:
1.(Optional) Adding additional receiver authorizations, such as RTK or
GLONASS, after purchase (see page 38)
2.Setting basic configuration options (see below)
3.(Optional) Activating L-band service (see page 46)
You must connect the A320 to the S3 and power on both the A320 and the S3 before
using the S3 to configure the A320.
Adding Additional Receiver Authorizations
The A320 allows you to add additional authorizations, such as RTK or GLONASS, after
purchase.
To add additional receiver authorizations:
Step
1.On the S3 touch the Setup screen tab. The Setup screen
appears.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
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Step
2.Touch the Codes button. The Codes screen appears.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
3.Touch the A320 Subscription field. The External GNSS
Features List window appears.
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Step
4.Touch the Enter Code button. The Enter Code screen
appears.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
5.Enter your authorization code and touch the Apply button.
The code is applied and the Enter Code screen closes.
Setting Basic Configuration Options
Using the GPS screens on the S3 you can set the following options on your A320:
•DGPS application type, such as SBAS, RTK, or L-band
•Baud rate and NMEA (output) message rates
•Radio (optional) - set the mode of operation and frequency of the A320’s
internal radio
Note: If using the A320 with a non-Outback product, refer to the Hemisphere GPS
Technical Reference (go to www.hemispheregps.com/support and click the GPS Reference
icon). The Technical Reference lists the commands needed to change baud rates, radio
parameters, NMEA message output rates, and applications.
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Note: The GPS Only button on the GPS Setup screen and the
Use All GNSS button on the NMEA screen work together as
follows:
•To use GPS and GLONASS for positioning and NMEA
message output, the Use All GNSS button must be
orange and the GPS ONLY button must be blue.
•If the Use All GNSS button is blue (regardless of the color of the GPS Only
button), GLONASS is not used for positioning or NMEA message output.
•If the Use All GNSS button is orange and the GPS Only button is orange,
GLONASS is not used for positioning or NMEA message output.
•If the GPS Only button is orange, the Use All GNSS button can be toggled
but does not change any functionality.
To set the DGPS application type on the S3:
Step
1.On the S3 touch the GPS tab. The GPS Setup screen
appears. Depending on what GPS screen you viewed
previously, you may need to touch the Setup button to
display the GPS Setup screen.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Note: For information on the GPS Only button see the Note at the top of this page.
2.In the GPS Source area verify A320 is selected (button is
orange).
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Step
3.In the Choose GPS Application area, touch the desired
differential corrections application button. Application
types include: SBAS, RTK, and L-Band.
For more information on the available configurations for
your A320 contact your Outback Guidance dealer or
Outback Guidance Customer Service.
The Radio and RTK Status buttons are only active after you
select RTK as the application type.
Note: L-band functionality requires a subscription; contact
your L-band service provider for more information.
4.If you select RTK as the application touch the RTK Status
button to display the RTK Status screen.
Note: If you see an alert on this screen your RTK
performance is at risk and you should investigate the
reason as described on this screen.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
To set the A320 baud rate and NMEA (output) message rates:
Step
1.On the S3 touch the GPS screen tab. The GPS Setup
screen appears.
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(when applicable)
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Step
2.Touch the NMEA button. The NMEA screen appears.
If necessary touch the A320 button in the upper left of the
screen to display NMEA settings for the A320.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Note: For information on the Use All GNSS button see the Note at the top of page 41.
3.Touch the BAUD Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to
cycle through the available baud rates.
4.For each message output rate you want to set touch the
desired message Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to
cycle through the available rates (GLL message arrows
shown at right).
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To set the radio mode and frequency:
Step
1.On the S3 touch the GPS screen tab. The GPS Setup
screen appears. Depending on what GPS screen you
viewed previously, you may need to touch the Setup
button to display the GPS Setup screen.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
2.Verify the following:
•A320 is selected in the GPS Source area
•RTK is selected in the Choose GPS Application area
and then touch the Radio button. The Radio screen
appears with the radio type in the non-editable Status field
(in the screen following, Microhard L400 appears in the
Status field). The Radio Mode and Frequency fields are
editable.
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Step
3.To set the radio mode:
a.Touch the Radio Mode field. The Radio Mode window
appears.
b.Select the desired mode and touch Ok.
4.To set the frequency:
a.Touch the Frequency field. The Edit Frequency
window appears.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
b.Touch the Up Arrow and Down Arrow buttons to set
each segment of the frequency value and touch Ok.
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Activating L-Band Service
The A320 is enabled for L-band service; however, you must first contact your L-band
service provider to activate the service.
To activate L-band service:
Step
1.Verify the A320 is connected to the S3 and that all systems
are powered on.
2.Make sure the vehicle is stationary and the antenna has a
clear view of the sky.
3.Using the GPS Details screen below perform the following:
a.Monitor the number of satellites tracked in the Sats
Tracke d field to ensure a proper GPS signal.
b.Locate the Serial Number field and contact your L-band
service provider to activate service for your region.
Typically it takes up to 15 minutes for the activation to
take effect; however, some activations may take longer.
c.Monitor the value in the STDEV field to confirm a
converged signal. Contact your L-band service provider
to determine how long this may take.
You can operate the vehicle while waiting for a
converged signal but you will experience decreased
accuracy.
If you turned on the A320 in the same location you
turned it off with a converged L-band signal, the time
required to reach maximum accuracy is reduced.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
4.When the system converges on an L-band signal, you are
ready to use your L-band service.
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5 m
(16.4
ft)
50 m (160 ft)
Operating the A321
On startup the A321 displays the Top menu. You can access all the setup menus from
the Top menu. The A321 menu system is designed for easy setup and configuration of
the unit in or out of the field.
This section includes the following topics:
•Begin using the A321 (below)
•Operating modes - fixed base station vs. portable base station (page 49)
•Setting the A321 as a fixed base station (page 49)
•Setting the A321 as a portable base station (page 53)
•Setting an alternate reference point (page 53)
•Managing configurations (page 54)
•USB data logging (page 55)
Begin Using the A321
Complete the following steps to begin using the base station:
Step
1.Plan the base station location. The A321
base station automatically uses its current
location as the reference point. Place the base
station in a location:
•With an unobstructed view of the sky
•At least 50 meters (160 feet) from any
obstructions
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Figure 3-7: Location of the base station
2.Select the desired radio channel/frequency.
Base and rover configurations must match (for
900 MHz radios you set the channel; for 400 MHz
radios you set the frequency).
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Countdown to
Position lock
GPS Position
position lock
Status screen
Step
a.On the Top menu, select Base Station >
Radio. The Radio screen displays the radio
manufacturer, version number, and channel/
frequency.
b.Press Enter to select the Channel field.
c.Use the Up Arrow and Down Arrow
buttons to select the desired channel and
then press Enter to save.
d.Select Back to return to the previous menu.
3.Wait for RTK lock (maximum accuracy). The
screen will cycle through the following displays.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Note: It takes 3 - 5 minutes for the base station
to achieve RTK lock in an unknown location. It
typically takes the base station less than 60
seconds to achieve RTK lock in a known location.
You are ready to use your A321 base station.
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Fixed base station modePortable base station mode
Base Station Operating Modes
The A321 can operate in two base station modes:
•Fixed (permanent) base station mode
Typical Use: If year-after-year A-B line repeatability is expected for controlled
traffic farming, you must use this option from the first use.
•Portable base station mode
Typical Use: Quick and easy solution for temporary job or one-time-only
contract site.
A fixed location ensures the A321 uses the same reference coordinates every time and
they do not unintentionally change; otherwise, an unwanted jump in the rover’s offset
position from one RTK session to the next may occur (such as a tractor following an
A-B line that is offset by several centimeters up to several meters from one RTK
session to the next).
Fixed mode is intended for an A321 that is permanently mounted in a fixed location
(such as on a radio tower or other permanent structure), where you are satisfied with
its coverage and you will use it for RTK coverage of the same area from day to day,
season to season.
If you install the A321 within 50 m of the fixed coordinates, it will use these reference
coordinates for its RTK solution. The reference coordinates remain the same (are not
affected by a power cycle or excessive drift in GPS solution) until you manually
change them. The A321 will never use an alternate reference location. If the current
solution drifts more than 50 m from these reference coordinates the A321 stops
broadcasting the RTK message.
As shown in Figure 3-8, you use the FixedLoc menu setting to set your A321 as a fixed
base station (set to YES) or a portable base station (set to NO).
Figure 3-8: Operating modes (FixedLoc setting)
To navigate to the FixedLoc setting:
•From the Top menu, select Base Station > Reference > FixedLoc.
Setting the A321 as a Fixed Base Station
When setting a fixed location for your base station you have the following options:
•Entering new reference information manually
•Using the unit’s current position
•Using an average of the unit’s current position (averaging occurs for 300 sec)
Note: In areas of ionospheric activity re-averaging the unit’s position (third bullet
above) may provide the most reliable location information.
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Manually Entering Fixed Coordinates
You can manually enter base station coordinates before or after installing the A321.
For example, if you know the exact installation location and you first enter the
coordinates, the person installing the A321 can simply install it and power it up.
To fix the base station location to a manually-entered coordinates:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Base Station >
Reference > FixedLoc.
2.Use the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to
change the value to Yes and then press Enter.
Note: For information on entering/editing
values see “Navigating the Menus and Selecting
Menu Items” on page 19.
3.Select Enter New. Lt, Ln, and Hgt are displayed
with Lt highlighted.
4.Enter the desired coordinate information:
latitude (Lt), longitude (Ln), and height (Hgt).
Screen Item
(when applicable)
5.Scroll to and select Set Reference. The screen
changes to show the Time To Go and then Time
To Go changes to Converged (if the unit
converges on the coordinates).
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Setting the Base Station Fixed Location to Its Current Location
Note: You should only use this option after the A321 is installed and has converged.
To set the base station fixed location as the current position:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Base Station >
Reference > FixedLoc.
2.Use the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to
change the value from No to Yes and then press
Enter.
3.Scroll to and select Use Current Pos. The
screen changes to show the Time To Go and
then Time To Go changes to Converged (if the
unit converges on the coordinates).
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Setting the Base Station Fixed Location to an Average of Positions
Note: You should only use this option after the A321 is installed.
The A321 re-averages its position for 5 minutes (300 seconds) and assigns this new position
to its permanent reference coordinates.
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To set the base station fixed location to an average of positions:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Base Station >
Reference > FixedLoc.
2.Use the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to
change the value from No to Yes and then press
Enter.
3.Scroll to and select Re-Average Pos. The
screen changes to show the Time To Go and the
A321 counts down from 300 seconds to zero,
after which Time To Go changes to Converged (if
the unit converges on the coordinates).
Screen Item
(when applicable)
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Setting the A321 as a Portable Base Station
To set the A321 as a portable base station:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Base Station >
Reference > FixedLoc.
2.Use the Up Arrow or Down Arrow button to
change the value from Yes to No and then press
Enter.
Setting an Alternate Reference Point
To set an alternate reference point:
Step
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Screen Item
(when applicable)
1.On the Top menu, select Base Station >
Reference > Set New Reference > Enter
New.
2.Enter the desired coordinates.
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Chapter 3: Operating the A320/321
Managing Configurations
The A321 Configuration Wizard allows you to:
•Save a configuration
•Return to a saved configuration
•Delete a saved configuration
Saving a Configuration
To save a configuration:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Config Wizard >
Proceed Wizard > Create New.
2.Select Enter Name, use the Up Arrow and
Down Arrow buttons to enter a name, then
press Enter.
3.Scroll to and select Save to Location.
4.Scroll to the desired location (such as Not
Used1) and press Enter to save.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Returning to a Saved Configuration
To return to a saved configuration:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Config Wizard > Use
Previous.
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Screen Item
(when applicable)
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With no USB flash drive insertedWith USB flash drive inserted
Step
2.Scroll to the desired configuration and press
Enter to select it.
Deleting a Saved Configuration
To delete a saved configuration:
Step
1.On the Top menu, select Config Wizard >
Delete Saved.
Screen Item
(when applicable)
Screen Item
(when applicable)
2.Select the desired configuration and press Enter
to delete it.
Note: Once you press Enter, the saved
configuration is permanently deleted.
USB Data Logging
When you insert a USB flash drive into the A321, the Data Logging menu indicates
you can start recording (logging data) and displays the free space on the flash drive
(see Figure 3-9). When you start logging data the “Start Recording” indicator changes
to “End <filename>.”
Figure 3-9: USB flash drive indicators on Data Logging menu
Stop data logging before removing the USB flash drive from the
Outback A321. Failure to do so may result in a loss of data.
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Appendix A: Technical Specifications
Table A-1 through Table A-6 provide the sensor, horizontal accuracy, communication,
power, environmental, and mechanical specifications for the A320/321.
Table A-1: GPS/GNSS sensor specifications
ItemSpecification
Receiver typeGNSS L1 and L2 RTK with carrier phase
Current consumption400 mA @ 12 VDC (with no radio)
Table A-5: Environmental specifications
ItemSpecification
Operating temperature-30° C to +65° C (-22° F to +149° F)
Storage temperature-40° C to +85° C (-40° F to +185° F)
EnclosureIP67, EP455
ComplianceFCC, CE
radio
7. 2 W
9.0 W
5.7 W
900 MHz
radio
7. 2 W
9.0 W
10.4 W
N/A
N/A
N/A
5.7 W
Table A-6: Mechanical specifications
ItemSpecification
Dimensions150 mm H x 244 mm D (5.9 in H x 9.6 in D)
MaterialMagnesium alloy/plastic
MountScrew/magnetic mount or 5/8” tripod mount
EnclosureWaterproof, dust proof
Weight1.8 kg (4.0 lbs)
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1
Depends on multipath environment, number of satellites in view, satellite geometry,
and ionospheric activity.
2
Depends also on baseline length.
3
Requires a subscription from L-band service provider.
4
Receive only, does not transmit this format.
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Appendix B: Menu Map
Top Me n u
GPS/GNSS Menu
SBAS Menu
Base Station Menu
Config Wizard Menu
System Setup Menu
Data Logging Menu
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If you have a GLONASS
subscription, the first menu
item on the Top menu is
GNSS
If you do not have a
GLONASS subscription, the
first menu item on the Top
menu is GPS
Top Menu
Use the Top menu to access the submenus.
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GPS/GNSS Menu
Use the GPS/GNSS menu to view position status, individual satellite data, or to
change GNSS settings, such as the elevation mask or maximum DGPS age.
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SBAS Menu
Use the SBAS menu to view differential signal status.
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After you set a reference
the “Time To Go” item
changes to “Converged”
and the “Show Reference”
item appears above the
“SetNewReference” item when
you press the Down Arrow to
scroll down.
Base Station Menu
Use the Base Station menu to view radio details, set an alternate reference point,
return to using your current position, or re-average your position.
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Config Wizard Menu
Use the Config Wizard menu to work with configurations (save a configuration,
return to a saved configuration, and delete a saved configuration).
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System Setup Menu
Use the System Setup menu to configure basic system options, including the
differential type, display format (units, update rate of the display), baud rates, display
screen contrast, subscription number, or language.
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Data Logging Menu
Use the Data Logging menu to log job data. Tasks include naming your data log,
selecting whether to include receiver information in the log file, selecting the file type
of your log file, and starting and stopping your log file.
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Starting Remote Control
Radio Tab
Base Station Tab
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Appendix C: Using Remote Control
400 MHz radio installed900 MHz radio installed
Remote Control is a free Hemisphere GPS software application you can use to set up
and configure an A320/321. To obtain Remote Control visit
www.outbackguidance.com and navigate to Support > Precision > Software.
Starting Remote Control
Before starting Remote Control you must connect the A320/321 to your PC via serial
cable. Connect one end of a serial cable to the serial port of the A320/321 and connect
the other end of the cable to your PC.
1.Start Remote Control.
2.Click the Connect button to
display a list of all available serial
ports on your PC.
3.Click the appropriate port. Remote
Control searches for and finds the
receiver and automatically
requests information from the
receiver.
Remote Control includes three tabs:
•Remote LCD - Displays the same information (menu, LEDs, and buttons) as
on the A321 display. For detailed information on the menu, LEDs, and
buttons see “Display Panel” on page 6. If you are using an A320, you can still
use the Remote LCD tab via the serial port connection.
•Radio - Allows you to set radio parameters.
•Base Station - Allows you to set up multiple base station locations and
manually set the reference station locations stored in the receiver. See “Base
Station Tab” on page 72 for more information.
Radio Tab
The Radio tab is only enabled if your A320/321 includes an internal radio.
Microhard Radio Installed
The Radio tab for Microhard radios allows you to edit specific radio parameters
related to the configuration of the device.
The Radio tab looks similar to one of the following, depending on your installed radio:
There are predefined modes of operation for the radios. See Table 3-2 on page 24 and
Table 3-4 on page 33 for more information on the radio modes.
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The radio in the unit is self-configuring based on the application being used. The radio
is automatically set up as a:
•Rover (receiving) radio for units running the RTK application
•Base (transmitting) radio for units running the SBASRTKB application
Note: Press the Save button to keep any changes you make on the Radio tab.
Advanced Radio Control
The Advanced Radio Control option allows you to access the internal radio directly via
radio manufacturer’s radio commands. When using Remote Control, the software
checks for a specific registry key. If it is present, the Advanced button on the Radio tab
is enabled.
Note: Only advanced users should edit these parameters. Setting incorrect values
may cause radios to stop communicating with one another.
To edit internal radio parameters:
1.On the Radio tab click the
Advanced button (see figure
above). This takes the radio offline
and displays the Remote Control
configuration screen (shown at
right). You can edit any
configurable parameter in the
radio.
2.Enter the appropriate command in
the text box and then click the
SEND button.
3.When complete, click the QUIT
button to return to the Radio tab.
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Converged reference pointCoordinates list
Base Station Tab
The Base Station tab allows you to set up multiple base station locations and
manually set the reference station locations stored in the receiver. The A321 supports
up to 32 base station coordinates. The receiver must be running the SBASRTKB
application and you must have an RTK subscription for the function to be enabled.
Upon connecting to the receiver, Remote Control automatically queries the receiver
for its list of known coordinates.
After a successful query Remote Control displays a list of existing base station
coordinates. If the receiver has converged on a reference point, the converged
coordinates will appear with a * next to the #, as seen below.
Once the coordinates list is populated you can perform the following tasks:
•Add coordinates
•Import or export coordinates
•Delete coordinates
Note: You must click the Save button before exiting Remote Control to save your
changes (adding, deleting, and importing coordinates).
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If you do not want the receiver to have the base station coordinate list active, clear the
Enable Base Station List check box.
You can change the coordinate format between decimal degrees (DD.D), degrees and
decimal minutes (DM.M), or degree minutes and decimal seconds (DMS). Any change
to this value also affects the coordinates displayed on the LCD.
Adding Base Station Coordinates
To add coordinates to the list:
1.Mak e s ur e the Enable Base StationList check box is
selected.
2.Select the appropriate format
from the Coordinate Format
drop-down list.
3.Enter the desired latitude,
longitude, and height values in
the Lat, Lon, and Height fields.
4.Click the Add button. The new coordinates point (Lat/Lon/Height) is added to
the coordinates list.
5.Click the Save button to save your changes.
Importing/Exporting Base Station Coordinates
Importing and exporting the coordinates list is compatible with previous legacy base
station applications.
To import coordinates from a file:
1.Mak e s ur e the Enable Base StationList check box is
selected.
2.Right-click the coordinates list,
and from the pop-up menu
click Import Coordinates.
3.In the Open window navigate
to and select the coordinates
file you want to import and
click Open.
The coordinates from the file
are added to the coordinates
list on the Base Station tab.
4.Click the Save button to save
your changes.
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To export coordinates to a file:
1.Mak e s ur e the Enable Base StationList check box is
selected.
2.Right-click the coordinates list,
and from the pop-up menu
click Export Coordinates.
3.In the Open window navigate
to the location where you want
to export the coordinates and
click Open.
The coordinates are exported.
Deleting Base Station Coordinates
To delete a coordinates point from the list:
1.Mak e s ur e the Enable Base StationList check box is
selected.
2.In the coordinates list select
the coordinates point you
want to delete (the
coordinates point is
highlighted).
3.Right-click the coordinates point you selected, and from the pop-up menu
click Delete #<coords #>.
The coordinates point is deleted.
4.Click the Save button to save your changes.
To delete all coordinates from the list:
1.Mak e s ur e the Enable Base StationList check box is
selected.
2.Right-click the coordinates list,
and from the pop-up menu
click Delete All Coordinates.
The coordinates are deleted.
3.Click the Save button to save your changes.
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Index
Numerics
1PPS (timing accuracy) specification58
A
A231
operating47
A320
configuring with Outback S338
connections4
display panel6
LED indicators7
operating38
ports4
quick start38
radio configuration (400 MHz)22
radio configuration (900 MHz)32
A321
base station modes49
begin using47
connections5
deleting a configuration55
display panel6, 18
fixed base station49
LED indicators7
managing configurations54
manually entering fixed coordinates
50
portable base station53
ports5
radio configuration (400 MHz)22
radio configuration (900 MHz)32
re-averaging fixed location51
Remote Control display18
returning to a configuration
saving a configuration54
setting alternate reference point53
setting fixed location to current loca-
tion51
activating
L-band service46
adding
receiver authorizations
antenna
overview
port
authorizations
adding to receiver
autonomous accuracy specification
2
4, 5
38
54
38
58
B
base station
deleting all coordinates
deleting specific coordinates point74
exporting coordinates74
fixed49
importing coordinates73
manually setting up fixed base50
portable53
re-averaging fixed base51
using current location51
Base Station menu65
Base Station tab (Remote Control)72
baud rate
manually entering coordinates50
re-averaging location51
setting up49
using current location51
frequency
setting for 400 MHz radio24
setting for radio44
G
GPS LED7
GPS/GNSS menu63
I
importing
coordinates (base station)73
input voltage specification59
K
key features3
L
L-band
accuracy specification
activating service
LED indicators7
DGPS
7
7
GPS
power7
58
46
M
material specification59
maximum altitude specification
58
maximum speed specification
menu map
Base Station menu
Config Wizard menu
Data Logging menu68
GPS/GNSS menu63
SBAS menu64
System Setup menu67
Top menu62
menus
buttons20
item indicators20
message output rate
setting for radio42
Microhard7
mode of operation
setting for 400 MHz radio22
setting for 900 MHz radio32
mount specification59
mounting hole5
65
58
66
N
NMEA message output rate
setting for radio42
O
operating temperature specification59
Outback S3
configuring GPS settings (A320)38
introduction to2
overview2
P
portable base station
setting up53
ports
A3204
A3215
antenna
power4, 5
serial
power
setting for 400 MHz radio
setting for 900 MHz radio35
power consumption
A320/321 with 900 MHz radio37
specification59
power LED
power port
PPS communication specification58
4, 5
5
26
7
4, 5
R
radio modes
400 MHz radio24
900 MHz radio
33
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radio options7
radio parameters
editing using Remote Control
Radio tab (Remote Control)
received signal strength indicator37
receiver
LED indicators7
logging data55
receiver specifications58
autonomous accuracy58
CAN port58
channels58
compliance59
correction I/O protocol59
current consumption59
data I/O protocol59
differential options58
dimensions59
enclosure (environmental)59
enclosure (mechanical)59
input voltage59
L-band accuracy58
material59
maximum altitude58
maximum speed58
mount59
operating temperature59
power consumption59
PPS communication58
receiver type58
RTK accuracy58
SBAS accuracy58
SBAS tracking58
serial port58
startup time58
storage temperature59
timing accuracy58
update rate58
USB port
weight59
receiver type specification
Remote Control
Base Station tab
editing radio parameters71
Radio tab
returning to a saved configuration (base
station)
RSSI, see received signal strength indicator37
RTK accuracy specification58
58
58
72
70
54
71
70
SBAS tracking specification58
select indicator20
serial port
serial port specification
setting
specifications, see receiver specifications
58
startup time specification58
static mask28
storage temperature specification59
System Setup menu67
5
58
channel (400 MHz radio)24
channel (900 MHz radio)34
DGPS application type41
frequency (400 MHz radio)24
message output rate42
mode of operation (400 MHz radio)22
mode of operation (900 MHz radio)32
NMEA message output rate42
power (400 MHz radio)26
power (900 MHz radio)35
radio baud rate42
radio frequency44
T
timing accuracy specification58
Top menu62
U
Up button20
update rate specification58
USB data logging55
USB port specification58
V
voltage standing wave ration37
VSWR, see voltage standing wave ration
37
W
weight specification59
what’s included
3
S
saving
configuration (base station)
SBAS accuracy specification
SBAS menu
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that the Product is no longer subject to such a potential claim, (b) modify the Product so that it becomes noninfringing, provided such modification can be accomplished without materially affecting the performance and
functionality of the Product, (c) replace the Software, or the Product, with non-infringing software, or product, of
equal or better performance and quality, or (d) if none of the foregoing can be done on a commercially reasonable
basis, terminate this license and Licensee shall stop using the Product and Hemisphere shall refund the price paid by
Licensee less an amount on account of amortization, calculated on a straight-line basis over a deemed useful life of
three (3) years.
The foregoing sets out the entire liability of Hemisphere and the sole obligations of Hemisphere to Licensee in
respect of any claim that the Software or its use infringes any third party rights.
20.INDEMNIFICATION. Except in relation to an infringement action, Licensee shall indemnify and hold Hemisphere
harmless from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs and expenses (including reasonable fees of
lawyers and other professionals) arising out of or in connection with Licensee's use of the Product, whether direct or
indirect, including without limiting the foregoing, loss of data, loss of profit or business interruption.
21.TERMINATION. Licensee may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause. Hemisphere may terminate this
Agreement on 30 days notice to Licensee if Licensee fails to materially comply with each provision of this
Agreement unless such default is cured within the 30 days. Any such termination by a party shall be in addition to
and without prejudice to such rights and remedies as may be available, including injunction and other equitable
remedies. Upon receipt by Licensee of written notice of termination from Hemisphere or termination by Licensee,
Licensee shall at the end of any notice period (a) cease using the Software; and (b) return to Hemisphere (or destroy
and provide a certificate of a Senior Officer attesting to such destruction) the Software and all related material and
any magnetic or optical media provided to Licensee. The provisions of Sections 6), 7), 8), 9), 10), 15), 21), 26) and 27)
herein shall survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement for any reason.
22.EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. Licensee agrees that Licensee will comply with all export control legislation of Canada,
the United States, Australia and any other applicable country's laws and regulations, whether under the Arms
Export Control Act, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations, the Export Administration Regulations, the
regulations of the United States Departments of Commerce, State, and Treasury, or otherwise as well as the export
control legislation of all other countries.
23.PRODUCT COMPONENTS. The Product may contain third party components. Those third party components may
be subject to additional terms and conditions. Licensee is required to agree to those terms and conditions in order to
use the Product.
24.FORCE MAJEURE EVENT. Neither party will have the right to claim damages as a result of the other's inability to
perform or any delay in performance due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond its reasonable control, such as
labor disputes, strikes, lockouts, war, riot, insurrection, epidemic, Internet virus attack, Internet failure, supplier
failure, act of God, or governmental action not the fault of the non-performing party.
25.FORUM FOR DISPUTES. The parties agree that the courts located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada and the courts of
appeal there from will have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any disputes between Licensee and Hemisphere
concerning this Agreement or Licensee's use or inability to use the Software and the parties hereby irrevocably
agree to attorn to the jurisdiction of those courts. Notwithstanding the foregoing, either party may apply to any court
of competent jurisdiction for injunctive relief.
26.APPLICABLE LAW. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Province of Alberta, Canada, exclusive of
any of its choice of law and conflicts of law jurisprudence.
27.CISG. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods will not apply to this
Agreement or any transaction hereunder.
28.GENERAL. This is the entire agreement between Licensee and Hemisphere relating to the Product and Licensee's
use of the same, and supersedes all prior, collateral or contemporaneous oral or written representations, warranties
or agreements regarding the same. No amendment to or modification of this Agreement will be binding unless in
writing and signed by duly authorized representatives of the parties. Any and all terms and conditions set out in any
correspondence between the parties or set out in a purchase order which are different from or in addition to the
terms and conditions set forth herein, shall have no application and no written notice of same shall be required. In
the event that one or more of the provisions of this Agreement is found to be illegal or unenforceable, this
Agreement shall not be rendered inoperative but the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
Warranty Notice
COVERED PRODUCTS: This warranty covers all products manufactured by Hemisphere GPS and purchased by the end
purchaser (the "Products"), unless otherwise specifically and expressly agreed in writing by Hemisphere GPS.
LIMITED WARRANTY: Hemisphere GPS warrants solely to the end purchaser of the Products, subject to the exclusions
and procedures set forth below, that the Products sold to such end purchaser and its internal components shall be free,
under normal use and maintenance, from defects in materials, and workmanship and will substantially conform to
Hemisphere GPS’s applicable specifications for the Product, for a period of 12 months from delivery of such Product to
such end purchaser (the ”Warranty Period”). Repairs and replacement components for the Products are warranted, subject
to the exclusions and procedures set forth below, to be free, under normal use and maintenance, from defects in material
and workmanship, and will substantially conform to Hemisphere GPS’s applicable specifications for the Product, for 90
days from performance or delivery, or for the balance of the original Warranty Period, whichever is greater.
EXCLUSION OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. The LIMITED WARRANTY shall apply only if the Product is properly and
correctly installed, configured, interfaced, maintained, stored, and operated in accordance with Hemisphere GPS’s relevant
User’s Manual and Specifications, AND the Product is not modified or misused. The Product is provided “AS IS” and the
implied warranties of MERCHANTABILITY and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE and ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
express, implied or arising by statute, by course of dealing or by trade usage, in connection with the design, sale,
installation, service or use of any products or any component thereof, are EXCLUDED from this transaction and shall not
apply to the Product. The LIMITED WARRANTY is IN LIEU OF any other warranty, express or implied, including but not
limited to, any warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, title, and non-infringement.
LIMITATION OF REMEDIES. The purchaser’s EXCLUSIVE REMEDY against Hemisphere GPS shall be, at Hemisphere
GPS’s option, the repair or replacement of any defective Product or components thereof. The purchaser shall notify
Hemisphere GPS or a Hemisphere GPS’s approved service center immediately of any defect. Repairs shall be made
through a Hemisphere GPS approved service center only. Repair, modification or service of Hemisphere GPS products by
any party other than a Hemisphere GPS approved service center shall render this warranty null and void. The remedy in
this paragraph shall only be applied in the event that the Product is properly and correctly installed, configured, interfaced,
maintained, stored, and operated in accordance with Hemisphere GPS’s relevant User’s Manual and Specifications, AND
the Product is not modified or misused. NO OTHER REMEDY (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, SPECIAL, INDIRECT,
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR CONTINGENT DAMAGES FOR LOST PROFITS, LOST SALES, INJURY TO PERSON OR
PROPERTY, OR ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS) SHALL BE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASER, even if
Hemisphere GPS has been advised of the possibility of such damages. Without limiting the foregoing, Hemisphere GPS
shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from installation, use, quality, performance or accuracy of any
Product.
HEMISPHERE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR PURCHASER’S NEGLIGENCE OR UNAUTHORIZED USES OF THE
PRODUCT. IN NO EVENT SHALL HEMISPHERE GPS BE IN ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING
FROM PURCHASER’S OWN NEGLIGENCE, OR FROM OPERATION OF THE PRODUCT IN ANY WAY OTHER THAN AS
SPECIFIED IN HEMISPHERE GPS’S RELEVANT USER’S MANUAL AND SPECIFICATIONS. Hemisphere GPS is NOT
RESPONSIBLE for defects or performance problems resulting from (1) misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect of
Product; (2) the utilization of the Product with hardware or software products, information, data, systems, interfaces or
devices not made, supplied or specified by Hemisphere GPS; (3) the operation of the Product under any specification other
than, or in addition to, the specifications set forth in Hemisphere GPS’s relevant User’s Manual and Specifications; (4)
damage caused by accident or natural events, such as lightning (or other electrical discharge) or fresh/salt water
immersion of Product; (5) damage occurring in transit; (6) normal wear and tear; or (7) the operation or failure of operation
of any satellite-based positioning system or differential correction service; or the availability or performance of any
satellite-based positioning signal or differential correction signal.
THE PURCHASER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OPERATING THE VEHICLE SAFELY. The purchaser is solely responsible
for the safe operation of the vehicle used in connection with the Product, and for maintaining proper system control
settings. UNSAFE DRIVING OR SYSTEM CONTROL SETTINGS CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY, OR DEATH.
The purchaser is solely responsible for his/her safety and for the safety of others. The purchaser is solely responsible for
maintaining control of the automated steering system at all times. THE PURCHASER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR
ENSURING THE PRODUCT IS PROPERLY AND CORRECTLY INSTALLED, CONFIGURED, INTERFACED, MAINTAINED,
STORED, AND OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH HEMISPHERE GPS’S RELEVANT USER’S MANUAL AND
SPECIFICATIONS. Hemisphere GPS does not warrant or guarantee the positioning and navigation precision or accuracy
obtained when using Products. Products are not intended for primary navigation or for use in safety of life applications.
The potential accuracy of Products as stated in Hemisphere GPS literature and/or Product specifications serves to provide
only an estimate of achievable accuracy based on performance specifications provided by the satellite service operator (i.e.
US Department of Defense in the case of GPS) and differential correction service provider. Hemisphere GPS reserves the
right to modify Products without any obligation to notify, supply or install any improvements or alterations to existing
Products.
GOVERNING LAW. This agreement and any disputes relating to, concerning or based upon the Product shall be
governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Arizona.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE. In order to obtain warranty service, the end purchaser must bring the Product to a
Hemisphere GPS approved service center along with the end purchaser's proof of purchase. Hemisphere GPS does not
warrant claims asserted after the end of the warranty period. For any questions regarding warranty service or to obtain
information regarding the location of any of Hemisphere GPS approved service center, contact Hemisphere GPS at the
following address:
Hemisphere GPS
8444 N. 90th Street, Suite 130
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Phone: 480-348-9919 Fax: 480-348-6370
ground@hemispheregps.com
www.hemispheregps.com
www.outbackguidance.com
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