User Manual
Table Of Contents
- 5700/5800 GPS Receiver
- Contents
- About This Manual
- 5700 GPS receiver
- Overview
- Setting up the Receiver
- General Operation
- Configuration
- Transferring Data
- Software Utilities
- Specifications
- Default Settings
- Cables and Connectors
- Event Marker Input and 1PPS Output
- 5800 GPS receiver
- Overview
- Setting up the Receiver
- General Operation
- Configuration
- Software Utilities
- Specifications
- Default Settings
- Cables and Connectors
- 5700 & 5800 Appendixes
- NMEA-0183 Output
- Troubleshooting
- Index
12 Setting up the Receiver
130 5800 GPS Receiver User Guide
55800 Operation
Port 1 is a 7-pin 0-shell LEMO connector that supports RS-232
comms and external power input. Port 1 has no power outputs. NEED
TO CLARIFY THIS PARA
Port 2 is a DB-9 male connector that allows for full 9-pin RS-232
comms. Port 2 does not support power in or out. For more information
on default port settings, see Default Settings, page 171. For more
information on connector pinouts, see Cables and Connectors,
page 173.
The TNC port connector is for connecting a radio antenna to the 5800
internal radio. A whip “rubber duck” antenna is supplied with the
system for units with internal UHF or 900 MHz radios. This connector
is not used if you are using an external radio receiver. For more
information on connecting the 5800 receiver, see the following
sections in this chapter.
12.3 Setup Guidelines
Consider the following guidelines when setting up the 5800 receiver.
12.3.1 Environmental Conditions
Although the 5800 receiver has a waterproof housing, reasonable care
should be taken to protect the unit. Avoid exposure to extreme
environmental conditions, including:
• Water
• Heat greater than 65°C (149°F)
• Cold less than –40°C (–40°F)
• Corrosive fluids and gases