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Table of Content

Revision History....................................................................................................................... 1

Table of Content.......................................................................................................................2

List of Figures

List of Tables............................................................................................................................ 7

Notices.......................................................................................................................................8

1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

1.2 Receiver Features.......................................................................................... 12

1.3 Devices in the package..................................................................................12

1.3.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver................................................................................... 13

1.3.2 Battery and Charger....................................................................................... 21

1.3.3 TC20 Controller

1.3.4 25W Radio for Oscar......................................................................................27

1.3.5 Other Accessories

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2. General Operations

2.1 Setting up Oscar

2.1.1 Insert the battery............................................................................................. 35

2.1.2 Insert the SIM card......................................................................................... 37

2.1.3 Fix Oscar on a Tripod or Ranging Pole.......................................................38

2.2 Oscar Configuration....................................................................................... 40

2.2.1 Configure via Buttons

2.2.2 Configure via TC20 Controller

2.3 Data Download................................................................................................47

2.4 Firmware Upgrade..........................................................................................48

2.4.1 Wired Upgrade................................................................................................ 48

2.4.2 Wireless Upgrade........................................................................................... 49

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2.5 Operations of TC20 Controller......................................................................50

2.5.1 Insert SIM card and T-Flash card.................................................................50

2.5.2 T-Flash Card

2.5.3 Using of Touch Screen

3. Technical Specifications

3.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver

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3.2 TC20 Controller...............................................................................................57

3.3 25W Radio for Oscar

4. Typical Applications

4.1 Base Station Operation

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4.2 Rover Operation..............................................................................................68

4.3 Static Survey................................................................................................... 74

4.4 Issues and Solutions...................................................................................... 76

5. Terminology

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Figure 1.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver – Ultimate

Figure 1.2 Oscar GNSS Receiver – Advanced

Figure 1.3 Oscar GNSS Receiver – Basic

Figure 1.4 Buttons and Display on Oscar Ultimate

Figure 1.5 Buttons and Display on Oscar Advanced

Figure 1.6 Buttons and LEDs on Oscar Basic

Figure 1.7 Bottom of Oscar GNSS Receiver

Figure 1.8 BN20 Battery

Figure 1.9 CN20 Charger

Figure 1.10 CN20 Charger with two BN20 batteries

Figure 1.11 CN20 Charger Adapter

Figure 1.12 CN20 Charger Adapter Cable (EU/US/UK/AU)

Figure 1.13 Four sides of TC20 controller

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Figure 1.14 TC20 Lithium battery

Figure 1.15 TC20 Charger Adapter

Figure 1.16 TC20 Charger Adapter Plug (EU / US / UK / AU)

Figure 1.17 TC20 Controller hand strap

Figure 1.18 Stylus Pen for TC20

Figure 1.19 25W Radio for Oscar

Figure 1.20 High Gain Radio Antenna

Figure 1.21 Telescopic pole for radio antenna

Figure 1.22 Serial-5pin to 25W-Radio-DC-5pin & Bullet-DC Cable

Figure 1.23 Bullet-DC to Alligator Clips

Figure 1.24 GNSS Antenna Connector

Figure 1.25 Height Measure Accessory

Figure 1.26 Tape measure

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Figure 1.27 410-470MHz radio antenna

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Figure 1.28 Mini USB cable.............................................................................30

Figure 1.29 Mini-USB OTG Cable..................................................................31

Figure 1.30 Extension pole 30cm...................................................................31

Figure 1.31 Metal fixing plate..........................................................................31

Figure 1.32 Ranging Pole................................................................................ 32

Figure 1.33 Bracket for TC20..........................................................................32

Figure 1.34 Carrying Case.............................................................................. 32

Figure 1.35 Tool bag.........................................................................................33

Figure 1.36 Serial-5pin to DC JACK & DB9 Male cable............................. 33

Figure 1.37 DB9 Female to USB Type A Male converter cable.................34

Figure 1.38 Configuration cable for 25W radio............................................ 34

Figure 2.1 Open the battery cover..................................................................35

Figure 2.2 Put one battery in Oscar...............................................................35

Figure 2.3 Insert the SIM card........................................................................ 37

Figure 2.4 Oscar as a base without radio antenna......................................38

Figure 2.5 Oscar as a rover without radio antenna..................................... 39

Figure 2.6 Device functional group................................................................ 43

Figure 2.7 Connect Oscar via Bluetooth....................................................... 44

Figure 2.8 Base configuration......................................................................... 44

Figure 2.9 Rover configuration........................................................................45

Figure 2.10 Link status of Base...................................................................... 45

Figure 2.11 Link status of Rover..................................................................... 46

Figure 2.12 Connect Oscar to a computer....................................................47

Figure 2.13 Connect Oscar to a USB memory stick....................................48

Figure 2.14 Remove the back cover.............................................................. 50

Figure 2.15 Take off the back cover............................................................... 50

Figure 2.16 Put the SIM card in the holder................................................... 51

Figure 2.17 Insert T-Flash card.......................................................................51

Figure 2.18 Insert the back cover...................................................................52

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Figure 2.19 Select USB function.................................................................... 53

Figure 3.1 Serial Data port of Oscar.............................................................. 56

Figure 4.1 Oscar as a Base – Network Mode.............................................. 61

Figure 4.2 Oscar as a Base – Internal Radio............................................... 62

Figure 4.3 Oscar as a Base – External 25W Radio

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Figure 4.4 Base setting interface....................................................................65

Figure 4.5 Base configuration – Receiver Network (TCS)......................... 66

Figure 4.6 Base configuration – Internal Radio............................................66

Figure 4.7 Base configuration – External Radio.......................................... 67

Figure 4.8 Link status of Base using Internal Radio....................................67

Figure 4.9 Oscar as a Rover – Network Mode............................................. 68

Figure 4.10 Oscar as a Rover – Internal Radio............................................69

Figure 4.11 Rover setting interface................................................................ 71

Figure 4.12 Rover configuration – Internal Radio........................................72

Figure 4.13 Rover configuration – Receiver Network (TCS)......................72

Figure 4.14 Rover configuration – Receiver Network (Ntrip)..................... 72

Figure 4.15 Rover configuration – PDA Network (Ntrip).............................73

Figure 4.16 Link status of Rover using internal radio..................................73

Figure 4.17 Static Survey configuration........................................................ 75

List of Tables

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Table 0.1 Document / Software used in this User Manual

Table 1.1 Usage of FN button for three versions

Table 1.2 LED indicators on Ultimate version

Table 1.3 LED indicators on Advanced version

Table 1.4 LED indicators on Basic version

Table 1.5 Possible LED flash patterns

Table 1.6 Receiver ports on the bottom side

Table 2.1 Devices to set Oscar as a base without radio antenna

Table 2.2 Devices to set Oscar as a rover without radio antenna

Table 2.3 Button configuration for Oscar Ultimate and Advanced

Table 2.4 Configuration menu for Oscar Ultimate and Advanced

Table 2.5 Button configuration for Oscar Basic

Table 3.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver Performance

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Table 3.2 Pin Definition of the serial data port

Table 3.3 TC20 technical specification

Table 3.4 25W Radio technical specification

Table 3.5 Default factory configuration for 25W Radio

Table 4.1 Devices in Figure 4.1

Table 4.2 Devices in Figure 4.2

Table 4.3 Devices in Figure 4.3

Table 4.4 Devices in Figure 4.9

Table 4.5 Devices in Figure 4.10

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Notices

CE Marking

Tersus GNSS Inc. declares that Oscar GNSS Receiver is in compliance with

the essential requirements (radio performance, electromagnetic compatibility

and electrical safety) and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment

Directive 2014/53/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive

2014/30/EU, and Low voltage (LVD) Directive 2014/35/EU. Therefore the

equipment is labeled with the following CE-marking.

The Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from Tersus GNSS Inc.

RCM Marking

Tersus GNSS Inc. declares that Oscar GNSS Receiver is in compliance with

the essential requirements (electrical safety, EMC, & telecommunications)

from Australian & New Zealand RCM compliance requirements. Therefore the

equipment is labeled with the following RCM-marking.

The Declaration of Conformity may be obtained from Tersus GNSS Inc.

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Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved

by Tersus could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment or

even has risk to damage the receivers.

Install the radio antenna before switching the radio transceiver to

transmit mode, or the radio transceiver may be damaged due to

overheating. The energy to be transmitted cannot be emitted out

without the antenna, which may cause the temperature rise and

overheat of the radio module.

Information that supplements or clarifies text.

A caution that actions, operation or configuration may lead to incorrect

or improper use of the hardware.

A warning that actions, operation or configuration may result in

regulatory noncompliance, safety issues or equipment damage.

The following notices apply to all three versions of Oscar GNSS receivers.

Conventions

The following conventions are used in this manual:

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Name

Description

Link

Log & Command

document

Document providing all the loggings

output from BX series receivers and

all the commands to the receivers.

https://www.tersus-gnss.com/document

under GNSS OEM Board / User Manual

Tersus Tool Suite

Tersus Tools including

TersusDownload, TersusGeoPix,

TersusGNSSCenter, TersusUpdate,

TersusRinexConverter

https://www.tersus-gnss.com/software

Nuwa

Survey application running in the

Android platform, David, Oscar and

other NMEA devices can be

configured with Nuwa.

https://www.tersus-gnss.com/software/osc

ar-receiver

Tersus

Geomatics Office

Post processing tool for static data.

https://www.tersus-gnss.com/software/davi

d-receiver

Table 0.1 Document / Software used in this User Manual

Support

If there is any problem and the information needed cannot be found in the

product documentation, request technical support using the Tersus website at

www.tersus-gnss.com, or mail to support@tersus-gnss.com.

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1. Introduction

This chapter includes overview, receiver features, and devices in the package.

1.1 Overview

The Oscar GNSS Receiver is a new generation GNSS RTK system. It

supports calibration-free tilt compensation function which is immune to

magnetic disturbances, leveling pole is not required. Easy configuration with

1.54 inch interactive screen on Ultimate and Advanced versions. With an

internal high-performance multi-constellation and multi-frequency GNSS board,

the Oscar GNSS Receiver can provide high accuracy and stable signal

detection. The high-performance antenna can speed up the time to first fix

(TTFF) and improve anti-jamming performance. The built-in large capacity

battery is detachable, two batteries support up to 16 hours of field work in

4G/3G/2G network and Rover radio mode. The built-in UHF radio module

supports long distance communication. The rugged housing protects the

equipment from harsh environments.

The Oscar GNSS Receiver has three versions: Ultimate, Advanced, and Basic.

It provides selectivity for the requirement from different users.

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1.2 Receiver Features

The Oscar GNSS Receiver has following features:

 Supports multiple constellations & frequencies

 GPS L1, L2

 GLONASS L1, L2

 Beidou B1, B2, B3

 Galileo E1, E5b

 SBAS (EGNOS, WAAS, MSAS, GAGAN) L1C/A

 QZSS L1, L2

 Supports 576 channels.

 Supports 410-470MHz UHF radio, 4G network, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC.

 Tilt compensation without calibration, immune to magnetic disturbances.

 Various working modes

 16GB/8GB internal storage

 Up to 16 hours working in 4G/3G/2G network and Rover radio mode

 IP67-rated dust- & waterproof enclosure, for reliability in harsh

environmental conditions

 Free subscription of Tersus Caster Service (TCS): transmit the correction

data from Oscar Base to Rover

1.3 Devices in the package

The devices in the package may vary according to the customer requirement.

Here describes the major parts in the package.

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1.3.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver

The Oscar GNSS Receiver has three versions which are shown as below.

Figure 1.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver – Ultimate

Figure 1.2 Oscar GNSS Receiver – Advanced

Figure 1.3 Oscar GNSS Receiver – Basic

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FN button

Ultimate

Advanced

Basic

Selecting /

Switching

On the Device Config page, press it once

to lead the cursor jump to the next row or

next page or previous page. When the

cursor stops at an item, pressing the

power button enters the sub menu of this

item for function selecting or return.

Switch static survey. After

pressing it for 3s to turn on the

static recording function. Then

press it to turn on the static

mode. Press and hold it for 3s

to turn off the static function.

Wake up

Touch the power button or FN button to

wake up the OLED screen when the

OLED screen is light out.

Buttons

There are two buttons on each version of Oscar GNSS Receiver

[ ]: Power ON/OFF button. When the device is off, long press it for 2

seconds to power on the receiver. When the device is on, long press it for over

3 seconds to power off the Receiver. In addition, for Ultimate and Advanced

versions, in normal operation state this button is used as function selection

confirmation button working with the FN button which is explained below.

[ ]: Function (FN) button. This button has different functions for different

versions which is listed in the table below.

Table 1.1 Usage of FN button for three versions

Combination Function of the two buttons

Press and hold the FN button, continuously touch the ON/OFF button 5 times

to reset the GNSS module and make it re-search the satellites. Detailed LED

flash status related to this operation refers to the LED flash patterns table.

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LED indicator

Description

Satellite

Green LED. Flashing every 5 seconds indicates that it is searching

satellites. After satellites are searched, it flashes N times every 5

seconds, in which N indicates N satellites are found.

Tilt compensation

Green & Red LED.

Steady green means tilt compensation is turned on.

Correction data

Green and Red LED. Green indicates correction data, and red

indicates solution status.

Battery

Green LED. Steady green in normal operation. Slow flash indicates the

battery level is between 30% and 10%, fast flash indicates the battery

level is below 10% and reminds users to change battery.

Satellite

Tilt Compensation

Correction Data

Battery

Power

ON/OFF

Function

OLED Display

LED Indicators

There are four LED indicators and one OLED display screen on Ultimate

version and Advanced version. There are six LED indicators on Basic version

of Oscar GNSS Receiver. The LESs on the front panel indicate various

operating conditions. The detailed LED Descriptions are shown in the tables

below.

Figure 1.4 Buttons and Display on Oscar Ultimate

Table 1.2 LED indicators on Ultimate version

Figure 1.5 Buttons and Display on Oscar Advanced

LED indicator

Description

Satellite

Green LED. Flashing every 5 seconds indicates that it is searching

satellites. After satellites are searched, it flashes N times every 5

seconds, in which N indicates N satellites are found.

Static Survey

Green LED indicates static survey mode.

Correction data

Green and Red LED. Green indicates correction data, and red

indicates solution status.

Battery

Green LED. Steady green in normal operation. Slow flash indicates

the battery level is between 30% and 10%, fast flash indicates the

battery level is below 10% and reminds users to change battery.

Satellite

Static Survey

Correction Data

Battery

Power

ON/OFF

Function

OLED Display

Table 1.3 LED indicators on Advanced version

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Figure 1.6 Buttons and LEDs on Oscar Basic

LED indicator

Description

Satellite

Green LED. Flashing every 5 seconds indicates that it is searching

satellites. After satellites are searched, it flashes N times every 5

seconds, in which N indicates N satellites are found.

Correction data

Green LED indicates correction data.

Static Survey

Green LED indicates static survey mode.

Solution status

Yellow LED. Steady yellow indicates fixed solution, flashing 1Hz

indicates floating solution, off light for other solutions.

Bluetooth

Blue LED indicates Bluetooth status.

Battery

Green LED. Steady green in normal operation. Slow flash indicates

the battery level is between 30% and 10%, fast flash indicates the

battery level is below 10% and reminds users to change battery.

Satellite

Static Survey

Correction Data

Battery

Power

ON/OFF

Function

Bluetooth

Solution status

Table 1.4 LED indicators on Basic version

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Receiver mode

Button operation

LED flash patterns

Receiver OFF

N/A

All LEDs are off.

Receiver ON

Long press the power

button for 2s

All LEDs are on, then all off, and

each LED starts to indicate current

status after initialization.

Low power

N/A

Battery LED flashes slowly.

Battery exhausting

N/A

Battery LED flashes fast.

Searching satellites

N/A

Satellite LED flashes every 5s

Satellites tracked

N/A

Satellite LED flashes N times every

5s, in which N is the quantity of

satellites tracked.

Receiving valid data

packet

N/A

Correction data LED flashes green at

1Hz

Fixed solution

N/A

Correction data LED is steady red for

Ultimate and Advanced versions,

Solution status LED is steady yellow

for Basic version.

Floating solution

N/A

Correction data LED flashes red at

1Hz for Ultimate and Advanced

versions, Solution status LED

flashes yellow at 1Hz for Basic

version.

Reset GNSS module

Press and hold the FN

button, continuously touch

The correction data LED and satellite

LED flash 3 times simultaneously,

LED Flash Patterns

The possible flash patterns of various states of receiver operation are listed in

the table below.

Table 1.5 Possible LED flash patterns

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the ON/OFF button 5 times

the other LEDs remain in the original

state during this process.

Turn on static mode

for Basic version

Press FN button for 3s

Static LED flashes 3 times

continuously.

Turn off static mode

For Basic version

Press FN button for 3s

The correction data LED flashes 3

times continuously.

Firmware upgrade

N/A

All LEDs are on when downloading

firmware. All LESs flash continuously

3s simultaneously after the upgrade

is completed.

Note: N/A means Not Applicable.

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Icon

Connector

Name

Connections

Serial port &

External power

External power, RS-232 communication,

external radio

Mini USB port

Device, computer, USB drive

SIM

SIM slot

Nano SIM card

TNC port

410-470MHz Radio Antenna

Screw hole

It is a 5/8’’ x 11 UNC female connector for

corresponding connector and pole.

Serial port & External power

TNC port

Mini USB port

SIM slot

Speaker

Screw hole

Battery compartment

Receiver Ports

The bottom of Oscar receiver is shown as below.

Figure 1.7 Bottom of Oscar GNSS Receiver

Table 1.6 Receiver ports on the bottom side

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1.3.2 Battery and Charger

Oscar equips smart lithium batteries which can detect electricity and display

the power level intelligently. The Oscar GNSS Receiver can also be powered

by external power source via serial data port. The built-in large capacity battery

is detachable, two batteries support up to 16 hours of field work in 4G/3G/2G

mode and Rover Radio mode.

The BN20 battery is shown as below. Press the button on the top, it shows the

power level left to be consumed.

Figure 1.8 BN20 Battery

The CN20 Charger is able to charge two BN20 batteries at the same time

which is shown in the figures below.

Figure 1.9 CN20 Charger

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Place two BN20 batteries in the slots of CN20 charger.

Figure 1.10 CN20 Charger with two BN20 batteries

Insert the DC Jack connector of the adapter to the CN20 charger, then make

the adapter with cable plug in the local AC outlet (100~240V AC) to start

charging.

Figure 1.11 CN20 Charger Adapter

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Figure 1.12 CN20 Charger Adapter Cable (EU/US/UK/AU)

Note: The model of the CN20 charger adapter cable will be delivered

according to customer requirements.

Charge the battery completely before using it for the first time. Charging takes

approximately 3 hours per battery at room temperature. If the battery has been

stored for longer than three months, charge it before use.

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TC20 must be in the specified temperature range -20 °C ~ 55 °C when

used and stored.

1.3.3 TC20 Controller

The Tersus TC20 Controller is a rugged smart phone with design of 4.3'' touch

screen and an alphanumerical keypad. Equipped with powerful processor, it is

perfect to adapt with Tersus Survey software. With professional IP67 rating, it

is robust and reliable for harsh operating conditions.

Features:

 Rugged smart phone 4.3’’ display

 4G GSM unlocked Android 6.0

 Quad-Core 1.3GHz CPU

 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM

 8 MP Auto Focus camera

 IP67 certified grade, water/shock/dust proof

 6500 mAh battery

 A-GPS supported

 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC

 Two color options: red and yellow

Note: Although the TC20 controller uses chemical and impact resistant

materials, precision instruments require careful use and maintenance

and should be kept as dry as possible. In order to improve the stability

and life cycle of the TC20 controller, avoid exposing the TC20 controller

to extreme environments such as moisture, high temperatures, low

temperatures, corrosive liquids or gases.

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Figure 1.13 Four sides of TC20 controller

Power on: Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds

Power off: Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds, select ‘power off’ in

the menu option.

Menu Key: Select to show the available menu in current screen.

Home Key: Return to home screen. To view recent application, press and hold

the home key.

Back Key: Return to previous screen.

Volume Key: Adjust the volume of the ringtone.

Reset Key: Shut down the phone when phone is abnormal.

Camera key: Short press to enter camera in home screen. Long press it to

open torch.

Accessories of TC20 Controller:

TC20 Lithium Battery (3.7V/6500mAh)

Figure 1.14 TC20 Lithium battery

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TC20 Charger Adapter (5V/1A) with one USB port

Figure 1.15 TC20 Charger Adapter

Figure 1.16 TC20 Charger Adapter Plug (EU / US / UK / AU)

Note: The model of the plug will be delivered according to customer

requirements.

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The hand strap below is for easy handling of TC20 controller.

Figure 1.17 TC20 Controller hand strap

The stylus pen below is for easy touch of screen on TC20 controller.

Figure 1.18 Stylus Pen for TC20

1.3.4 25W Radio for Oscar

The 25W Radio for Oscar below is to be installed via Serial Data Port, and it

can help Oscar transmitting signals farther than internal radio.

Figure 1.19 25W Radio for Oscar

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When using 25W radio for Oscar as a base, a high gain radio antenna and a

telescopic pole are needed which are shown as below.

Figure 1.20 High Gain Radio Antenna

Figure 1.21 Telescopic pole for radio antenna

The following Serial-5pin to 25W-Radio-DC-5pin & Bullet-DC Cable and

Bullet-DC to Alligator Clips are used to communicate with Oscar and connect

to external power supply.

Figure 1.22 Serial-5pin to 25W-Radio-DC-5pin & Bullet-DC Cable

Figure 1.23 Bullet-DC to Alligator Clips

1.3.5 Other Accessories

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Other accessories may be packed according to customer requirements.

The GNSS antenna connector is used to install Oscar to a tripod.

Figure 1.24 GNSS Antenna Connector

The height measure accessory is used to determine the height of Oscar with

higher accuracy.

Figure 1.25 Height Measure Accessory

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The tape measure below is to help measure height.

Figure 1.26 Tape measure

The 410-470MHz radio antenna is to be installed on the TNC port and receive

signal for the internal radio.

Figure 1.27 410-470MHz radio antenna

Mini USB Cable

Figure 1.28 Mini USB cable

Functions: 1. Connect Oscar to the USB port of computer for data

downloading;

2. Connect the mini USB port of TC20 to charge TC20 controller.

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When upgrading firmware with a wire, a Mini-USB OTG Cable is required. The

detailed usage refers to section 2.4.1.

Figure 1.29 Mini-USB OTG Cable

When installing 410-470MHz radio antenna on Oscar, it is necessary to use a

30cm extension pole to heighten Oscar and avoid bending the 410-470MHz

radio antenna.

Figure 1.30 Extension pole 30cm

This metal fixing plate is used to fixate the high gain radio antenna to the

tripod.

Figure 1.31 Metal fixing plate

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When using Oscar as a rover, a ranging pole is needed.

Figure 1.32 Ranging Pole

The bracket for TC20 Controller is to fix the TC20 Controller on a ranging pole.

Figure 1.33 Bracket for TC20

A yellow carrying case is to store all the devices and accessories except

ranging pole, high gain radio antenna and telescopic pole.

Figure 1.34 Carrying Case

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The tool bag below is to store high gain radio antenna and telescopic pole for

radio antenna.

Figure 1.35 Tool bag

The Serial-5pin to DC JACK & DB9 Male cable blow is optional. It is to power

Oscar using external power source instead of the BN20 battery.

Figure 1.36 Serial-5pin to DC JACK & DB9 Male cable

The DB9 Female to USB Type A Male converter cable is to convert DB9 male

to USB Type A male connector, so that it can connect to the USB port of a

computer.

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Figure 1.37 DB9 Female to USB Type A Male converter cable

The Configuration cable for 25W radio below is used to configure 25W radio to

other work mode instead of the default setting.

Figure 1.38 Configuration cable for 25W radio

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2. General Operations

This chapter includes setting up, configuration and other related operations.

2.1 Setting up Oscar

2.1.1 Insert the battery

Open the battery cover, notice the metal contact on the bottom and put one

battery inside align the metal contact position.

Figure 2.1 Open the battery cover

Push the battery in the direction of the arrow on the top, then close the cover

and lock it.

Figure 2.2 Put one battery in Oscar

More details about batteries refer to section 1.3.2 Battery and Charger.

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DO NOT damage the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery. A damaged

battery can cause an explosion or fire, and can result in personal injury

and/or property damage.

To prevent injury or damage:

- DO NOT use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged.

Signs of damage include, but are not limited to, discoloration,

warping, and leaking battery fluid.

- DO NOT expose the battery to fire, high temperature, or direct

sunlight.

- DO NOT immerse the battery in water.

- DO NOT use or store the battery inside a vehicle in hot weather.

- DO NOT drop or puncture the battery.

- DO NOT open the battery or short-circuit its contacts.

DO NOT contact with the rechargeable Lithium-ion battery if it appears

to be leaking. Battery fluid is corrosive, and contact with it can result in

personal injury and/or property damage.

Discharge a Lithium-ion battery before disposing of it. Dispose of

batteries in an environmentally sensitive manner, and adhere to any

local and national regulations concerning battery disposal or recycling.

To remove the battery, slide the battery in the opposite direction of the arrow

and then take out the battery from the battery slot.

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2.1.2 Insert the SIM card

When 4G/3G/2G network is chosen for survey operation, it is needed to insert

a nano SIM card into Oscar GNSS Receiver. Insert the nano SIM card with the

contacts facing outside which is shown as below.

Figure 2.3 Insert the SIM card

To eject the nano SIM card, slightly push it in to trigger the spring-loaded

release mechanism.

Note: The SIM card is provided by your cellular network service provider.

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Device Name

Quantity

Items in the figure

Oscar GNSS Receiver

1, details refer to section 1.3.1

Height measure accessory

2, details refer to section 1.3.4

GNSS antenna connector

3, details refer to section 1.3.4

Tribrach

Tripod

2.1.3 Fix Oscar on a Tripod or Ranging Pole

Oscar GNSS Receiver has a standard 5/8’’ x 11 UNC female connector and it

can be fixed on a tripod or a ranging pole to be a base or rover according to

customer requirement.

Table 2.1 Devices to set Oscar as a base without radio antenna

Figure 2.4 Oscar as a base without radio antenna

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Device Name

Quantity

Items in the figure

Oscar GNSS Receiver

1, details refer to section 1.3.1

Ranging pole

2, details refer to section 1.3.4

Bracket for TC20

TC20 Controller

4, details refer to section 1.3.3

Figure 2.5 Oscar as a rover without radio antenna

Table 2.2 Devices to set Oscar as a rover without radio antenna

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Action

Button operation

Description

Turn on the receiver

Press the power button for

All four LEDs light up and remain for

3s, then all go off and battery LED is

steady green if battery level is >30%.

Turn off the receiver

Press the power button for

All four LEDs light off.

Wake up

Touch the power button or

FN button to wake up the

OLED screen when the

OLED screen is light out.

Screen off to on.

Select

Press FN button

Confirm

Press the power button

Confirm, cancel, or return.

Reset GNSS module

Press and hold the FN

button, continuously touch

the power button 5 times

The correction data LED and satellite

LED flash 3 times simultaneously, the

other LEDs remain in the original state

during this process.

2.2 Oscar Configuration

Oscar GNSS Receiver can be configured via buttons, TC20 Controller or other

android devices.

2.2.1 Configure via Buttons

The detailed definition of buttons on Oscar GNSS Receiver refers to Figure 1.4,

Table 1.1, and related context. There are OLED display for Ultimate and

Advanced versions, and no display for Basic version. Therefore the button

configurations are different which are listed below.

Table 2.3 Button configuration for Oscar Ultimate and Advanced

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Home screen

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

SV (Satellite)

BAT(Battery)

///

Mode Status

///

Mode Config

Base Mode

TCS (Tersus Caster Service)

Set format, server.

Internal Radio

Set protocol, format,

power, channel, and

frequency.

External Radio

Set baud rate,

format.

Rover Mode

TCS (Tersus Caster Service)

Set Base ID, server.

NTRIP Client

Set IP address, port.

Internal Radio

Set protocol,

channel, and

frequency.

Single Mode

Confirm/Cancel

Static

Detailed configuration for

static survey.

Device Info

Cellular

ON or OFF

Radio

ON or OFF

Tilt (Ultimate only)

ON or OFF

Language

Language options

Registration status

SN (Serial Number)

PN (Part Number)

FW (Firmware)

HW (Hardware)

Table 2.4 Configuration menu for Oscar Ultimate and Advanced

Table 2.5 Button configuration for Oscar Basic

Action

Button operation

Description

Turn on the receiver

Press the power button for

All six LEDs light up and

remain for 3s, then all go off

and battery LED is steady

green if battery level

is >30%.

Turn off the receiver

Press the power button for

All six LEDs light off.

Turn on static recording

Press and hold FN button for

Static LED flashes 3 times

continuously

Turn on static mode

Press FN button after static

LED flashes 3 times

continuously

Static LED flashes twice in

succession

Turn off static recording

Press and hold FN button for

Correction data LED flashes

3 times continuously.

Reset GNSS module

Press and hold the FN

button, continuously touch

the power button 5 times

The correction data LED and

satellite LED flash 3 times

simultaneously, the other

LEDs remain in the original

state during this process.

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2.2.2 Configure via TC20 Controller

The detailed introduction of TC20 controller refers to section 1.3.3 and

technical specification refers section 0. Here in this section describes how to

configure Oscar via Nuwa app which is installed in TC20 controller.

The general operations of Nuwa app refer to User Manual for Nuwa App which

can be downloaded on Tersus official website.

Figure 2.6 Device functional group

When Oscar GNSS Receiver is powered on, to connect Oscar, put TC20

Controller near the NFC logo on Oscar, the TC20 controller pair Bluetooth with

Oscar automatically; or click [Device] -> [Connect] under an opened project,

and select [Oscar] for the Device Type which is shown as below.

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Figure 2.7 Connect Oscar via Bluetooth

Select [Bluetooth] for the Connect Type. Click [Connect Config] to search and

pair the Bluetooth address of Oscar. Select [Oscar] for the Antenna to use the

internal antenna of Oscar. Then click [Connect] to enable the communication

between TC20 Controller and Oscar.

To configure Oscar as a base or rover, back to Device interface which is shown

in Figure 2.6 Device functional group, click [Base] or [Rover], then create a

work mode of detailed configurations for base or rover which are shown as

below.

Figure 2.8 Base configuration

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Figure 2.9 Rover configuration

Fill in the detailed information of base configuration or rover configuration, then

click [OK] and back to the work mode list, select this configuration to start data

transmission for base or rover which are shown as below.

Figure 2.10 Link status of Base

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Figure 2.11 Link status of Rover

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2.3 Data Download

Downloading data stored in Oscar to an office computer is very simple as

Oscar can be used as an USB storage device when connecting with a

computer.

Before connecting Oscar to a computer, ensure Oscar is powered on. Use the

Mini USB Cable in the package to connect Oscar to the USB port of a

computer which is shown as below.

Figure 2.12 Connect Oscar to a computer

After completing the connection, there is a USB device listed in the file browser

of the computer. Find the data file needed to download, copy and paste it to a

designated folder in the computer.

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2.4 Firmware Upgrade

There are two methods to upgrade firmware for Oscar GNSS Receiver: wired

upgrade and wireless upgrade.

2.4.1 Wired Upgrade

Before connecting Oscar to a USB memory stick, ensure Oscar is powered on

and the updated firmware is stored in the USB memory stick. Use the

Mini-USB OTG cable to connect Oscar to the USB memory stick.

Figure 2.13 Connect Oscar to a USB memory stick

After completing the connection, it will prompt out a notice on the screen of

Oscar to show that a new firmware is detected. Press the power button to

confirm the firmware upgrade, it will upgrade automatically and restart after

finishing the firmware upgrade.

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2.4.2 Wireless Upgrade

There are two methods for wireless upgrade: one is using web upgrade via

WiFi, the other is using Nuwa app via PDA network.

The details are to be updated. Stay tuned for the new version of this user

manual.

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2.5 Operations of TC20 Controller

2.5.1 Insert SIM card and T-Flash card

1. Remove the back cover: Loosen the screws on the back side – to rotate

the screws anti-clockwise until open the bake cover as shown in Figure 2.14.

Figure 2.14 Remove the back cover

2. Take off the back cover: Remove the back cover by lifting it up from the

bottom part as shown in Figure 2.15.

Figure 2.15 Take off the back cover

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3. Put the SIM Card in the holder: Put the SIM card into the slot touching

the SIM contacts of the phone as shown in Figure 2.16.

Figure 2.16 Put the SIM card in the holder

4. Insert T-Flash card: Open T-Flash card holder and insert T-Flash card into

the slot, then close T-Flash card holder as shown in Figure 2.17.

Figure 2.17 Insert T-Flash card

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5. Insert the back cover: Insert the back cover and rotate screws clockwise

to lock the back cover as shown in Figure 2.18.

Figure 2.18 Insert the back cover

Note: Please power off the phone before plug in or pull out the SIM card.

2.5.2 T-Flash Card

1. Connect USB, turn on USB storage.

It automatically pops up USB connected interface after connecting USB, and

then click Turn on USB storage to use the T-Flash as USB storage.

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Figure 2.19 Select USB function

2.5.3 Using of Touch Screen

Single Click: To select an icon. For example, click dial to open the keypad

which will be displayed on the screen.

Double Click: To zoom-in or zoom-out. For example, to zoom-in or out of a

photo, click twice when viewing a photo or browsing on the internet.

Hold: Click and hold the screen, icon or input box to get more operation

options.

1）Long-Time Click a picture in the gallery list interface, the status bar

prompts to select a picture, you select to share or delete.

2）Long-Time Click the blanks of home screen to add home screen

shortcut.

3）Long-Time Click the blanks of home screen wallpaper sources can be

selected.

Drag the screen: You can drag the screen to view more applications which

are not displayed in one screen.

Scratch the screen: A screen of information cannot be displayed scratch

scrolling display hidden information.

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GNSS Performance

Position Accuracy

High Precision Static 3mm+0.1ppm (Horizontal)

3.5mm+0.4ppm (Vertical)

Static & Fast Static 3mm+0.5ppm (Horizontal)

5mm+0.5ppm (Vertical)

Post Processed Kinematic 8mm+1ppm (Horizontal)

15mm+1ppm (Vertical)

Real Time Kinematic 8mm+1ppm (Horizontal)

15mm+1ppm (Vertical)

Network Real Time

Kinematic

8mm+0.5ppm (Horizontal)

15mm+0.5ppm (Vertical)

Initialization (typical)

<10s

Initialization Reliability

>99.9%

Tilt Compensation

Accuracy (within 30° )

≤2cm

System & Data

Operating System

Linux

Storage

built-in 16GB/8GB

Data format

CMR, CMR+, RTCM 2.X/3.X

Data output

RINEX, NMEA-0183, Tersus Binary

Software Support

Tersus Nuwa, MicroSurvey FieldGenius

3. Technical Specifications

This chapter mainly introduces the technical specifications of Oscar GNSS

Receiver and TC20 Controller.

3.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver

Table 3.1 Oscar GNSS Receiver Performance

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Communication

Cellular

4G LTE/TD-SCDMA/WCDMA/GPRS/GSM

Network protocols

Ntrip Client, Ntrip Server, Tersus Caster Service (TCS)

Wi-Fi

802.11b/g

Bluetooth

4.1

USB OTG

USB 2.0 x1

Serial Ports

RS232 x1

Internal Radio RF Transmit Power

0.5W/1W/2W

Frequency

410MHz ~ 470MHz

Distance (Typical)

>5km

Radio Protocols

TrimTalk450, TrimMark 3, South, Transparent, Satel

Electrical

Input Voltage

+9 ~ 28V DC

Power Consumption

Network or Radio receive mode

≈ 5W

Radio transmit mode (0.5W)

≈ 8W

Radio transmit mode (1W)

≈ 9W

Radio transmit mode (2W)

≈ 11W

Lithium Battery

7.4V 6400mAh x2

Physical

Display

1.54’’ OLED for Ultimate & Advanced versions

Dimension

157*157*103 mm

Weight

≈ 1.2kg (without battery), ≈ 1.4kg (with a battery)

Environmental

Operating Temperature

-40C to +75C

Storage Temperature

-55C to +85C

Relative Humidity

100% not condensed

Water & dust proof

IP67

Pole Drop onto Concrete

Figure 3.1 Serial Data port of Oscar

Connector Pin No.

Pin Definition

GND

PWR

TXD

RXD

Channel

Frequency

457.550MHz

458.050MHz

458.550MHz

459.050MHz

459.550MHz

460.550MHz

461.550MHz

462.550MHz

463.550MHz

464.550MHz

Customized frequency

410~470MHz

Table 3.2 Pin Definition of the serial data port

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Table 3.3 Default factory configuration for internal radio

3.2 TC20 Controller

System

Operating System

Android 6.0

CPU

MTK MT6735 Quad-Core 1.3GHz

Memory

2GB RAM + 16GB ROM

External Flash

T-Flash , up to 64GB

Keypad Backlight

White

LCD

4.3"

Touch Screen

Capacitive Touch Screen

Camera

8M pixel, Auto Focus

Flash Light

High light Flash LED

Language

47 languages including Chinese, English, Filipino, French,

Italian, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Portuguese, Romanian,

Russian, Spanish, Turkish, etc.

GNSS

Signals supported

A-GPS

Communication

Wi-Fi

IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Cellular Mode

Dual SIM Dual Standby

SIM1 & SIM2

FDD-LTE 800 / 1800 / 2100 / 2600MHz

TD-LTE 1900 / 2300 / 2500 / 2600MHz

WCDMA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100MHz

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900MHz

Bluetooth

V4.1

USB

Micro USB for charging and data (OTG)

Audio Jack

3.5mm Audio Jack for Audio

Table 3.4 TC20 technical specification

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NFC

Standard

Sensors

G-Sensor, Compass, Barometer, Light-Sensor, Gyro

Electrical

Power

5V DC, 1.0A

Battery

3.7V 6500mAh

Battery Life

10 hours operation, 720 hours standby

Charging Time

4.5 hours (5V 2A input), 8 hours (5V 1A input)

Physical

Dustproof & Waterproof

IP67

Shock

0.8m drop onto concrete

Dimension

210mmx87mmx31mm

Weight

495g (include battery)

Operating Temperature

-20C ~ +55C

Storage Temperature

-30C ~ +65C

3.3 25W Radio for Oscar

General Specification

Frequency range

410~470MHz

Operating mode

Simplex

Channel width

25KHz, 12.5KHz

Modulation Type

GMSK

Operating voltage

DC 9~16V

Power consumption

High power (25W)

75W @ DC 12V

Low power (5W)

35W @ DC 12V

Standby

1.5W @ DC 12V

Frequency stability

≤±

1.0ppm

Transmitter

RF output power High level (25W)

43.50.5dBm @ DC 12V

Low level (5W)

371dBm @ DC 12V

Power stability

1dBm

Harmonics

<-30dBm

Antenna

Antenna Impedance

50 Ohm

Antenna Interface

TNC female

Modem

Air baud rate

9600bps, 19200bps

Modulation Type

GMSK

Serial port baud rate

9600bps, 19200bps, 38400bps, 57600bps, 115200bps

Protocol

TrimTalk450, TrimMark 3, South, Transparent, Satel

Environmental

Temperature Operating

-30 ~ +65C

Storage

-55 ~ +75C

Dustproof and waterproof

IP67

Physical Description

Dimension

186 x 140 x 73 mm

Weight

About 1.5kg

Data & Power interface

LEMO 5pin HGG.1B.305

Installation

Hook

Mechanical Drawing

Table 3.5 25W Radio technical specification

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Signal Definition

Data & power interface

Pin 1: PWR (9~16V DC) current<7A

Pin 2: Power GND

Pin 3: RXD

Pin 4: Signal GND

Pin 5: TXD

Channel

Frequency

458.050MHz

458.550MHz

459.050MHz

459.550MHz

460.550MHz

461.550MHz

462.550MHz

463.550MHz

Table 3.6 Default factory configuration for 25W Radio

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Install the radio antenna before switching the radio transceiver to

transmit mode, or the radio transceiver may be damaged due to

overheating. The energy to be transmitted cannot be emitted out without

the antenna, which may cause the temperature rise and overheat of the

radio module.

4. Typical Applications

This chapter introduces typical applications of Oscar GNSS Receiver, and

solutions for some possible issues.

4.1 Base Station Operation

Figure 4.1 Oscar as a Base – Network Mode

Table 4.1 Devices in Figure 4.1

NO.

Device Name

Oscar GNSS Receiver

Height measure accessory

GNSS antenna connector

Tribrach

Tripod

NO.

Device Name

Oscar GNSS Receiver

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Table 4.2 Devices in Figure 4.2

Figure 4.2 Oscar as a Base – Internal Radio

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Height measure accessory

410-470MHz radio antenna

Extension pole 30cm

Tribrach

Tripod

NO.

Device Name

Oscar GNSS Receiver

Height measure accessory

Serial-5pin to 25W-Radio-DC-5pin & Bullet-DC

25W Radio for Oscar

GNSS antenna connector

Tribrach

Tripod

High Gain Radio Antenna

Telescopic pole for radio antenna

Metal plate for radio antenna

Figure 4.3 Oscar as a Base – External 25W Radio

Table 4.3 Devices in Figure 4.3

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Note: Bullet-DC connects to ‘Bullet-DC to Alligator Clips’, and then clip to

the external power supply with 12V output.

Detailed steps of button operation:

1. Set up Oscar according section 2.1 Setting up Oscar after all the

components above are ready, ensure one battery is installed in Oscar and

insert one SIM card when 4G/3G/2G network is required for operation;

2. Long press the power button to power on Oscar;

3. Press FN button to select [Mode Config], press the power button to enter

the work mode options;

4. Select [Base Mode] and press the power button;

5. If using Tersus Caster Service, select [TCS] and press the power button to

enter TCS network settings; Set the format, server and press the power

button to confirm.

6. If using internal radio, select [Internal Radio] and press the power button to

enter radio setting; Set protocol, format, power, channel, frequency and

press the power button to confirm.

7. If using external radio, select [External Radio] and press the power button

to configure; Set Baud rate as 115200, format and press the power button

to confirm.

8. Above all, setting Oscar as a base is completed.

Detailed steps of software operation:

1. Set up Oscar according section 2.1 Setting up Oscar after all the

components above are ready, ensure one battery and one SIM card are

installed in Oscar;

2. Long press power button to power on Oscar;

3. Use NFC function to launch Nuwa app. While the screen of TC20

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Controller is unlocked, put TC20 Controller close to the Oscar NFC logo.

The Bluetooth pairs automatically after a beep and Nuwa is launched

requesting to open the latest project. Click [OK] and start configuring

Oscar from step 7. Also you can click [Cancel] to create a new project or

open an existing project, and then start configuring Oscar from step 7.

4. If using an android device without NFC function, ensure Oscar is powered

on, and launch Nuwa application on the android device. Click [Project] in

the main interface to create a new project or open an existing project and

connect Oscar manually.

5. Back to the main interface of Nuwa app, click [Device] -> [Connect] under

an opened project.

6. Select [Oscar] for the Device Type, select [Bluetooth] for the Connect Type,

click [Connect Config] to search and pair the Bluetooth address of Oscar,

select [Oscar] for the Antenna and click [Connect] to enable

communication between the android controller and Oscar.

7. Back to [Device] - > [Base], click [New] to create a new configuration for

base.

Figure 4.4 Base setting interface

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8. Edit the base configuration for Oscar GNSS Receiver under different data

link selections. The Receiver Network has three protocol options: Tersus

Caster Service (TCS), Ntrip and TCP.

Figure 4.5 Base configuration – Receiver Network (TCS)

Figure 4.6 Base configuration – Internal Radio

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Figure 4.7 Base configuration – External Radio

9. After filling the information for the above configuration, click [OK]. Select

this configuration in the work mode list and click [Start] to start data

transmission for base which is shown as below.

Figure 4.8 Link status of Base using Internal Radio

4.2 Rover Operation

NO.

Device Name

Oscar GNSS Receiver

Ranging pole

Bracket for TC20

TC20 Controller

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Table 4.4 Devices in Figure 4.9

Figure 4.9 Oscar as a Rover – Network Mode

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NO.

Device Name

Oscar GNSS Receiver

Radio antenna for Oscar

Bracket for TC20

Ranging pole

TC20 Controller

Figure 4.10 Oscar as a Rover – Internal Radio

Table 4.5 Devices in Figure 4.10

Detailed steps of button operation:

1. Set up Oscar according section 2.1 Setting up Oscar after all the

components above are ready, ensure one battery and one SIM card are

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installed in Oscar;

2. Long press the power button to power on Oscar;

3. Press FN button to select [Mode Config], press the power button to enter

the work mode options;

4. Select [Rover Mode] and press power button;

5. If using Tersus Caster Service, select [TCS] and press the power button to

enter TCS network settings; Set the Base ID, server and press the power

button to confirm.

6. If using internal radio, select [Internal Radio] and press the power button to

enter radio setting; Set protocol, channel and frequency same as Base,

press the power button to confirm.

7. If using NTRIP Client, select [NTRIP Client] and press the power button to

enter NTRIP setting; set IP address with correct port and press the power

button to confirm.

8. Above all, setting Oscar as a rover is completed.