Telit Wireless Solutions JF2 EVK User Manual

JF2 EVK User Manual

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APPLICABILITY TABLE

PRODUCT

JF2

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Contents

1. Introduction .............................................................................................................. 7

1.1. Scope ............................................................................................................................. 7

1.2. Audience ........................................................................................................................ 7

1.3. Contact Information, Support .......................................................................................... 7

1.4. Text Conventions ........................................................................................................... 8

1.5. Related Documents ......................................................................................................... 8

2. Preparing for theJupiter-F2 ...................................................................................... 10

What is Necessary .................................................................................................................. 10

2.1. Installing the USB Drivers ............................................................................................ 10

2.2. Installing SiRFLive ...................................................................................................... 10

3. Jupiter-F2 Evaluation Kit ......................................................................................... 11

3.1. What’s in the Box ......................................................................................................... 11

3.2. Jupiter Evaluation Board ............................................................................................... 12

3.2.1. Switch Configuration .......................................................................................................... 13

4. Step-by-Step: First Time Running the Jupiter-F2 Evaluation Board ............................. 14

4.1. Step-by-Step: First Time Connection ............................................................................. 14

5. Jupiter-F2 on SiRFLive ............................................................................................ 16

5.1. Main Interface .............................................................................................................. 16

5.2. Connecting To the Jupiter-F2 ........................................................................................ 16

5.3. SiRFLive Windows ...................................................................................................... 18

5.4. Receiver Commands ..................................................................................................... 22

6.

 Battery Function on JF2 ........................................................................................... 29

7.

 5Hz Function on JF2 ................................................................................................ 30

7.1. NMEA Messages.......................................................................................................... 30

7.1.1. Enable 5Hz Update NMEA ................................................................................................. 30

7.2. One Socket Protocol (OSP) Messages ............................................................................ 31 

7.2.1. Enable 5Hz Update OSP ..................................................................................................... 31

7.2.2. MID 136 – Mode Control .................................................................................................... 32

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8. APPENDIX ............................................................................................................. 33

8.1. Flashing the Jupiter-F2 ................................................................................................. 33

8.2. Going into Boot Mode and Hibernate Mode ................................................................... 34

8.3. Internal LNA and Antenna ............................................................................................ 34

9. Document History .................................................................................................... 36

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1. Introduction

1.1. Scope

Scope of this document is to give an overview of the Evaluation kit of the GPS
standalone module JF2.

1.2. Audience

This document is intended for customers who are evaluating one or more products in
the applicability table.

1.3. Contact Information, Support

For general contact, technical support, to report documentation errors and to order
manuals, contact Telit Technical Support Center (TTSC) at:

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Alternatively, use:

http://www.telit.com/en/products/technical-support-center/contact.php

For detailed information about where you can buy the Telit modules or for
recommendations on accessories and components visit:

http://www.telit.com

To register for product news and announcements or for product questions contact
Telit Technical Support Center (TTSC).

Our aim is to make this guide as helpful as possible. Keep us informed of your
comments and suggestions for improvements.

Telit appreciates feedback from the users of our information.

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1.4. Text Conventions

Danger – This information MUST be followed or catastrophic equipment failure
or bodily injury may occur.

Caution or Warning – Alerts the user to important points about integrating the
module, if these points are not followed, the module and end user equipment
may fail or malfunction.

Tip or Information – Provides advice and suggestions that may be useful when
integrating the module.

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All dates are in ISO 8601 format, i.e. YYYY-MM-DD.

1.5. Related Documents

 JF2 HW User Guide,

 JF2 Product Descritption,

NOTE:

 To prevent ESD and EOS damage, a properly grounded ESD wrist strap should be worn

when working inside the EVK.

 Do not alter switch positions while USB power is applied.
 Do not short the RF signal to ground if the antenna voltage is installed. Damage to the

EVK may result.

NOTE:

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Always follow ESD safety precautions when utilizing the Jupiter-F2 evaluation kit. For
additional information on the Jupiter-F2, ask your sales representative for additional manuals,
datasheets, support, etc.

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2. Preparing for theJupiter-F2

What is Necessary

To use the Jupiter-F2 Evaluation kit, you will need:

 FTDI USB Drivers
 SiRFLive2.0 and above or
 SiRFDemo
 A PC with a USB port that fulfills the minimum software requirements:

o Windows XP
o .NET Framework 2.0

 This will be automatically installed by the SiRFLive package if

necessary (internet connection is required).

 A programmed/flashed Jupiter-F2

o SiRFlash_402 and above if needed to flash the Jupiter-F2 device.
o GSD4e v4.1.0-P1 firmware to be flashed on the Jupiter-F2 device if needed.

evaluation device.

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2.1. Installing the USB Drivers

Before connecting the Jupiter-F2 Evaluation Kit, install the necessary USB drivers.

1 Double-click the USB driver executable and follow the directions to install the USB

drivers.

2.2. Installing SiRFLive

***NOTE*** SiRFLive does not work on 64-bit OS machine at this time!
Minimum PC requirements:

 PentiumCPU2GHz
 1GBofRAM
 100MBharddrive

Recommended

 2GBofRAM
 1280x1024screenresolution

Ensure that all previous installation versions of SiRFLive have been uninstalled before installing any

newer versions!

Install the current SiRFLive with the attached installer. Follow the installer directions until
finished. Users should allow SiRFLive to install to the default location – C:\Program
Files\SiRF\SiRFLive, but it can be changed if necessary.

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3. Jupiter-F2 Evaluation Kit

3.1. What’s in the Box

USB Cable Antenna

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Jupiter Eval Kit USB Drive

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