Veripos LD7 Installation Manual

Date: 31.07.2017

LD7 Installation

Manual

VERIPOS

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REVISION

DATE

DESCRIPTION

ORIGINATOR

CHECKED

APPROVED

CLIENT APPR

31.07.2017

Power consumption information updated

13.11.2015

Updated antenna information

19.02.2015

Default IP settings updated

28.07.2014

Amended section 2.0

03.04.2014

Amend address, Helpdesk info

11.01.2014

Added Appendix I and II

30.04.2013

Review amendments

EM - A

26.04.2013

First issue

AW - -

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CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. 6

1.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

1.2 LD7 INTEGRATED MOBILE .......................................................................................................................... 6

1.3 SCOPE ........................................................................................................................................................... 7

1.3.1 Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 7

1.4 TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS .................................................................................................................... 8

1.5 LD7 SAFETY SUMMARY ............................................................................................................................ 10

1.5.1 Unpacking and inspection ............................................................................................................. 10

1.5.2 Safety symbols .............................................................................................................................. 10

1.5.3 Safety warnings ............................................................................................................................ 10

1.5.4 Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 10

1.5.5 Maintenance.................................................................................................................................. 11

1.5.6 Servicing ....................................................................................................................................... 11

1.5.7 Fault diagnosis .............................................................................................................................. 11

1.6 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 12

1.6.1 Typographical conventions ............................................................................................................ 12

1.6.2 Special Notices ............................................................................................................................. 12

1.7 REFERENCES ............................................................................................................................................. 12

1.8 WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT .......................................................................... 13

1.9 DISCLAIMER................................................................................................................................................ 14

2. LD7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION .......................................................................................................................... 16

2.1 LD7 RECEIVER ........................................................................................................................................... 16

2.1.1 Installation ..................................................................................................................................... 17

2.1.2 LD7 installation – Schematic example .......................................................................................... 18

2.2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 19

2.2.1

Mechanical

..................................................................................................................................... 19

2.2.2

Environmental

................................................................................................................................. 19

2.2.3 Safety considerations .................................................................................................................... 19

2.2.4

Electrical

........................................................................................................................................ 20

2.2.5

Certification

.................................................................................................................................... 20

2.2.6

Connectors and I/O ports

............................................................................................................... 20

2.2.7 Rear panel..................................................................................................................................... 21

2.2.8 Serial ports .................................................................................................................................... 22

2.2.9 Ethernet Interfaces ........................................................................................................................ 22

2.2.10 USB Ports ..................................................................................................................................... 22

2.2.11 Power Supply ................................................................................................................................ 22

2.2.12 Summary Specification of Antennas ............................................................................................. 23

2.2.13 Antenna cables – Specifications ................................................................................................... 24

2.2.14 GNSS Receiver ............................................................................................................................. 24

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3. INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................ 26

3.1 LD7 SITING GUIDELINES ........................................................................................................................... 26

3.1.1 Mounting ....................................................................................................................................... 26

3.1.2 Ventilation Requirements .............................................................................................................. 27

3.2 ANTENNA INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................... 27

3.2.1 GNSS / L-Band Antenna ............................................................................................................... 27

3.2.2 Antenna Placement for GNSS Heading ........................................................................................ 30

3.3 COAXIAL CABLE INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................. 32

3.3.1 Maximum recommended cable lengths ........................................................................................ 32

3.3.2 General ......................................................................................................................................... 32

3.4 LD7 ANTENNA CONNECTIVITY ................................................................................................................. 34

3.4.1 Coaxial cables to antennas ........................................................................................................... 34

3.5 LD7 POWER AND INTERFACE .................................................................................................................. 36

3.5.1 LD7 Rear connections .................................................................................................................. 36

3.5.2 Interface cabling ............................................................................................................................ 37

3.5.3 Serial Ports.................................................................................................................................... 38

3.5.4 Ethernet interface .......................................................................................................................... 38

3.5.5 PPS/ Event/ Clock In/Out .............................................................................................................. 39

3.5.6 Power and cabling ........................................................................................................................ 39

4. REFERENCE INFORMATION .......................................................................................................................... 40

4.1 CABLING AND CONNECTORS .................................................................................................................. 40

4.1.1 Power Cable Pinout Details .......................................................................................................... 40

4.1.2 Com1 Cable Pinout Details ........................................................................................................... 40

4.1.3 Com2/ Com3 Cable Pinout Details ............................................................................................... 40

4.1.1 Com4/ Com5 Cable Pinout Details ............................................................................................... 41

4.1.2 Ethernet / USB Cable Pinout Details ............................................................................................ 41

4.1.1 PPS / Event Cable Pinout Details ................................................................................................. 41

4.1.2 Times LMR 400 ............................................................................................................................. 42

4.1.3 Times LMR 240 ............................................................................................................................. 43

4.1.4 Coaxial Cable Connectors ............................................................................................................ 44

5. CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................... 45

5.1 VERIPOS

HELPDESK

.................................................................................................................................. 45

5.2 VERIPOS OFFICE LOCATIONS .................................................................................................................. 45

5.2.1 VERIPOS UK ................................................................................................................................ 45

5.2.1 Additional VERIPOS offices .......................................................................................................... 45

APPENDIX I................................................................................................................................................................. 46

COM PORT DETAILS – CABLE PIN OUTS .......................................................................................................... 46

Port Descriptions ..................................................................................................................................... 47

Clock In/Out ............................................................................................................................................. 47

PPS & Event In ........................................................................................................................................ 47

COM1 48

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COM2 & COM3 ....................................................................................................................................... 48

COM4 & COM5 ....................................................................................................................................... 49

Ethernet & USB ....................................................................................................................................... 49

DC Power Input ....................................................................................................................................... 50

APPENDIX II................................................................................................................................................................ 51

LD7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ....................................................................................................................... 51

LD7 Features ........................................................................................................................................... 53

GNSS Navigation Accuracy .................................................................................................................... 53

GNSS Heading Accuracy ........................................................................................................................ 53

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 GENERAL This document provides the information required to install an LD7.

When consulting this document it will help the installer to have available the following items to assist in assessing and planning the work:

 VERIPOS LD7 and associated equipment shipped to site  ‘Equipment Packing list’ (included with the equipment packing sent to site)  LD7 Operations manual  VERIPOS document “Antenna and Coaxial Cable Installation” provided with VERIPOS

installation documentation

 Interactive training modules and VERIPOS product literature on CD ROM.

VERIPOS can provide these installation instructions in a language that is acceptable in the country in which the equipment is to be installed.

1.2 LD7 INTEGRATED MOBILE

The VERIPOS LD7 is easy to install and operate. It provides multi-frequency GNSS capability together with GNSS Heading, VERIPOS high accuracy positioning and wireless communications within a ruggedized IP67 housing for the broadest range of applications.

For maximum flexibility, the design includes Heading, wireless links and the highest levels of VERIPOS positioning accuracy. The LD7 has an additional processor for on-board configuration and applications running separately from the GNSS engine. The rear panel has an extensive suite of interfaces for data output, timing, event marks, and a second antenna port for the GNSS Heading application.

The LD7 can be upgraded as required to generate VERIPOS proprietary position solution depending on the data subscriptions enabled.

LD7 variants may also be used as a sensor to output received data and GNSS measurements to external processing or quality control software such as the VERIPOS Verify QC.

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1.3 SCOPE The purpose of this manual is to provide the necessary information to perform the installation of

the VERIPOS LD7 Integrated mobile unit. It covers installation of:

 Antennas  Coaxial and data cables  LD7 receiver and power requirement  Housings and ancillary equipment provided with the LD7.

1.3.1 Contents

This manual provides guidance for engineers to install a VERIPOS LD7 receiver on to a vessel. Details are provided to assist in locating and connecting equipment ready to be commissioned.

The manual covers installation of LD7 receiver and associated antennas.

Read this manual in conjunction with the specific ‘Scope of Supply’ or Equipment Packing List’

for your particular installation.

Chapter Contents

1. Introduction: This chapter specifies the purpose and target group for the manual. It also contains a list of used abbreviations and a specification of the document conventions.

2. System description: This chapter describes the interface in detail on the front and back side of the LD7 unit as well as LD7 technical data.

3. Installation: This chapter covers the installation of the LD7 unit as well as cabling guidelines.

4. Reference information: This chapter comprise additional information such as Safety check list, cable specifications, parts list and a description of LD7.

5. Contact information: This chapter contains contact information details about the VERIPOS Helpdesk and VERIPOS offices world-wide.

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1.4 TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS Apex VERIPOS High accuracy positioning systems

BER Bit Error Rate CoG Course over Ground CR Carriage Return DGPS Differential GPS DOP Dilution of Precision DP Dynamic Positioning EGNOS European Geostationary Navigation Overlay System GDOP Geometry Dilution of Precision GLONASS GLObal NAvigation Satellite System – Russian equivalent to GPS GPS Global Positioning System GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System HDOP Horizontal Dilution of Precision IMU Integrated Mobile Unit KPH Kilometres per Hour LAN Local Area Network LF Line Feed LNA Low Noise Amplifier L-Band Methods of transmitting Correction data to mobile users LCD Liquid Crystal Display LD7 Unit containing GPS card, demodulator and PC processor LVTTL Low Voltage Transistor Transistor Logic MF Medium Frequency Radio used to Transmit Correction Data MMI Man-Machine Interface MPH Miles per Hour m/s Metres per Second MSAS Multi-functional Satellite Augmentation System NMEA National Marine Electronics Association PDOP Positional Dilution of Precision PPP Precise Point Positioning PPS Pulse per Second PRN Pseudo Random Noise RMS Root Mean Square RTCM Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services SBAS Satellite Based Augmentation System SD Standard Deviation SDRAM Synchronous Dynamic Random Access Memory SNF Signal Notification Form SNR Signal to Noise Spotbeam High Power L-Band Signal

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Standard VERIPOS Single frequency DGPS system SV Space Vehicle Ultra VERIPOS High accuracy positioning systems USB Universal Serial Bus UTC Coordinated Universal Time VDOP Vertical Dilution of Precision VGA Video Graphic Array VOSS VERIPOS Online Support System WAAS Wide Area Augmentation System WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

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1.5 LD7 SAFETY SUMMARY This section summarizes safety guidelines when installing the LD7 unit.

1.5.1 Unpacking and inspection

Carefully unpack the unit and retain packaging to return the equipment where required. Inspect the unit. If the equipment appears damaged return it using the original packaging.

Responsibility for damage is not accepted if the approved packaging is not used. Ensure all items and ancillary equipment is present. Contact your supplier or VERIPOS where

this is not the case (see contacts in the Contact information chapter).

1.5.2 Safety symbols

Please see Section 1.6 Document conventions later in this manual.

1.5.3 Safety warnings

Always observe the following safety precautions:

 Disconnect power from power supply to isolate the equipment before working on it.  Ensure adequate air circulation to ventilate the unit especially to the sides to avoid heat build -

up.

 Connect only to a power supply with a voltage corresponding to that marked on the unit.  Always disconnect the LD7 and associated equipment from the power supply when connecting

equipment.

 Avoid excessive heat, humidity, dust and vibration.  Always use the power connections supplied with the unit. See the Reference information

chapter for details.

1.5.4 Installation

Ensure the DC power supply is disconnected during installation. The power connection is easily accessed on the rear of the unit.

Ensure that the unit is secured using the holes in the base plate. Position the unit to ensure there is ample spacing for ventilation of the unit and access to front and rear during normal operation.

Ensure all cables are routed safely to avoid sharp edges, bends and pinches. Ensure only the specified cables are used for interconnection of the equipment.

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1.5.5 Maintenance

Clean the unit using a clean dry cloth only. Do not wet the unit or allow moisture to penetrate the unit. Do not use solvents to clean the unit.

1.5.6 Servicing

This unit contains no user-serviceable parts. Please refer all repairs to a qualified service agent or to VERIPOS.

See the Contact Information chapter for details on contacting VERIPOS.

1.5.7 Fault diagnosis

Follow the guidance in this document to correctly install the LD7. Where the LD7 does not perform as indicated please first check all connections before contacting your supplier or VERIPOS for assistance (contact details in the Contact information chapter).

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1.6 DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS

1.6.1 Typographical conventions

Italic or bold text is used to emph asize certain parts of the information. Italic

is also used in

cross-references to other parts of the document. Bold text is also used for indicators and touch screen “push-buttons”

commands.

“Text within quotes” is used when display screens are mentioned in text. Monospace

text is used for input/output strings to/from the device.

1.6.2 Special Notices

1.7 REFERENCES Please read this manual and refer to the following information where required:

VERIPOS document “Antenna & Coaxial Cable Installation”. LD7 Operations manual and Quick Guide.

Information is available at VERIPOS Online support system (VOSS): http://help.veripos.com

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1.8 WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (hereinafter referred to as the “WEEE

directive”) places an obligation on EU-based manufacturers, distributors, retailers and

importers to take back electronic products at the end of their useful life. A sister directive, RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) complements the WEEE directive by banning the presence of specific hazardous substances in the products at the design phase. The WEEE directive covers all VERIPOS products imported into the EU as of August 13 2005. EU-based manufacturers, distributors, retailers and importers are obliged to finance the costs of recovery from municipal collection points, reuse, and recycling of specified percentages per the requirements contained in the WEEE Directive.

Instructions for disposal of WEEE by users in the European Union.

Products which have the undernoted symbol located on either the product itself or its packaging indicates that the product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, it is the user’s responsibility to dispose of the product by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of WEEE.

The separate collection and recycling of your WEEE at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about recycling centres, please contact the local city office, the household waste disposal service or the product supplier.

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1.9 DISCLAIMER Veripos Limited (hereinafter referred to as “Veripos”) has taken every care in the preparation of

the content of this Manual (“Manual”). This Manual is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied. Veripos makes no representations or warranties in relation to this Manual and the content provided herein. Veripos reserves the right at its sole discretion, but without any obligation, to make amendments or improvements to, or withdraw or correct any error(s) or omission(s) in any portion of the Manual without notice. Although Veripos makes a reasonable effort to include accurate and up to date information, Veripos does not warrant or guarantee that this Manual and its contents are current, complete, accurate and/or free from errors.

All rights reserved. No part of this Manual and its contents may be reproduced, copied, reengineered, adapted, redistributed, published, commercially exploited or transmitted in any form, by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying or recording, without the express prior written permission of Veripos. Applications for any written permission should be addressed to Veripos House, 1B Farburn Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen, AB21 7DT, United Kingdom.

Unauthorised reproduction, copying, re-engineering, adaption, redistribution, publication or commercial exploitation of this Manual or its contents may be subject to civil as well as criminal sanctions under the applicable laws. Where Veripos’ intellectual property rights are alleged to be infringed by the end user, Veripos will seek to enforce its intellectual property rights in the civil courts to the fullest extent possible. Where reproduction, copying, reengineering, adaption, redistribution, publication or commercial exploitation of this Manual or its contents has been permitted by Veripos in accordance with this disclaimer, then no changes in the Manual or deletion of any kind to the Manual will be made by end user. End user acknowledges that it does not acquire any ownership rights by accessing, viewing or utilising this Manual and agrees that it shall not hold itself out to any third party as having any ownership rights to this Manual.

The end user shall save, indemnify, defend and hold Veripos harmless on written demand, from all claims, losses, damages, costs (including legal costs), expenses and liabilities of any kind and nature, invoked against Veripos by any third party, for or arising out of, any alleged infringement of any patent or proprietary or protected right arising out of or in connection with the utilisation of this Manual by the end user and/or in connection with any representation to third parties of ownership of any kind with respect to this Manual by the end user.

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To the fullest extent permitted by applicable laws, Veripos hereby excludes liability, for any damages, direct or indirect, punitive, incidental, special, consequential or other damages arising out of or in any way connected with the use of, reference to, reliance on or inability to use this Manual and its contents, including without limitation, any loss of profits, business interruption or damage. These limitations shall apply even if Veripos has been expressly advised of the potential loss.

This disclaimer and the exclusions herein shall be governed by and construed in accordance with English law. If any provision of this disclaimer and/or exclusions are held to be unlawful, void or for any reason whatsoever, unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions of this disclaimer.

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2. LD7 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

This section gives an outline description of the VERIPOS LD7 receiver and components used with the LD7 supplied. The section covers overall information and details as follows:

 Equipment technical data  Mechanical dimensions  Electrical specification  Processor  GNSS Receiver  L-Band Receiver  Data interfaces including serial ports  Antennas

2.1 LD7 RECEIVER The VERIPOS LD7 is a small, leightweight and economical unit which may be configured as an

Integrated Mobile Unit, complete with internal dual L1/L2 GPS and GLONASS receiver.

The unit incorporates front panel LED indicators for status monitoring. Configuration is performed using an external PC running the recommmended Web interface browser (Google Chrome).

For maximum flexibility, the design includes dual frequency Heading capability and all tiers of VERIPOS positioning accuaracy.

It can receive VERIPOS L-Band transmissions from Geostationary satellites and output RTCM correction data which may be used by external equipment. The LD7’s internal dual-frequency GNSS receiver can be used with Verify QC software to provide the full range of VERIPOS GNSS augmentation services.

The unit can compute DGNSS position solutions using single or multiple reference stations. When subscribed to VERIPOS PPP corrections the unit is capable of computing position solutions with 10cm accuracy. Positions are output in NMEA format for use by the user’s systems.

At the same time the GNSS engine can be used to compute a baseline between the 2 antennas installed and generate a heading value output in NMEA format.

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