Setting up the Receiver 5 Common ways to set up a rover receiver You can set up a rover receiver in different ways depending on the application, The components that make up a rover receiver are: GPS receiver GPS antenna controller/computer rod mounting equipment, including a rod, receiver bracket, and controller bracket vehicle mounting equipment, including a suction cup and ball joint, extension arm, controller bracket, magnetic antenna mount, and necessary cables.
5 Setting up the Receiver 4. Attach the RAM extension arm to the suction cup, and the controller bracket to the RAM extension arm. 5. Lock the controller into the controller bracket and then adjust the bracket until the controller is in the most convenient location. Make sure that the controller does not restrict visibility through the front windscreen during vehicle use. 6. Lock the brackets so that the controller is held securely.
Setting up the Receiver Setting up the rover receiver on a rod For rod-based operation, mount the SPSx50 Modular GPS receiver as follows: L 2. For rod-based operation, mount the SPSx80 Smart GPS antenna as follows: L Mount the two rod brackets on the rod. Tighten the top bracket, making sure that convenient height for the receiver. Place the receiver in the slot in the rod bracket, and secure with the tripod clip.
5 Setting up the Receiver P/N 53002007 P/N 32960 Cabled connections Bluetooth connections figure 5.6 Connections for a rover SPSx80 setup, a KITSCH or TCU controller, and a 450 Mhz base station P/N 53002007 P/N 312888-02 P/N 32960 Figure 5.
Setting up the Receiver 5 Setting up a pair of SPSx50 GPS receivers to provide heading xx The SPS550H receiver is permanently in Heading mode and, when combined with a suitable Tremble receiver, provides GPS heading. Other SPSx50 GPS receivers can be used for heading only if they can operate in Heading mode (see Configuring the receiver pair, page 57). The SPS550H is a dual-frequency GPS receiver with a dual-frequency antenna, but it does not operate as a stand-alone DIPS receiver.
§ Setting up the Receiver With Moving Baseline RTK, the reference receiver broadcasts Compact Measurement Record (CMR™) data every epoch, while the rover receiver performs a synchronized baseline solution at 10 Hz. The resultant baseline solution has centimeter-level accuracy. To increase the accuracy of the absolute location of the two antennas, the Moving Reference receiver can use differential corrections from a static source, such as a shore-based reference station.
Setting up the Receiver 5 Assembling the receivers Figure 5.10 shows an SPS550 and an SPS550H set up to provide a Heading solution. To assemble the receivers, you need a Phillips head #1 screwdriver and a 1/4" socket set or wrench (spanner). SPSS50H GPS receiver Other SPSx50 GPS receiver Figure 5.10 Completed assembly with the SP5550H GPS receiver on top To assemble the receivers using the mounting frame that is provided: 1. Invert the SPSx50 GPS receiver and then remove the rubber end caps. 2.
5 Setting up the Receiver 4. Use the four Post screws to secure the plate to the receiver. (Secure two screws at each end.) The black plate is now attached to the bottom of the SPSx50 GPS receiver. 5. Replace the rubber end caps. 6. Invert the SPSx50 receiver again. This returns the receiver to its normal orientation. 7. Set aside the SPSx50 receiver. 8. Invert the SPS550H receiver and then remove the rubber end caps. 9. Position the black cradle on the SPS550H GPS receiver.
Setting up the Receiver 5 11. Replace the rubber end caps. tart tLe | 12. Place the black cradle on the black base plate. This places the SPS550H GPS receiver on top of the SPSx50 GPS receiver. 13. Make sure that the display is facing in the same direction on both receivers. 14. Prepare the eight nuts, spring washers, and flat washers.
5 Setting up the Receiver 15. Insert the first bolt. Attach the flat washer, the spring washer, and finally the nut and then tighten firmly. Secure all eight bolts in this way. 16. Attach one connector from the Marine Heading Cable (P/N 57169) to the 26-pin connector on the rear of the SPS550H GPS receiver. Attach the other connector from the cable to the 26-pin connector on the rear of the SPSx50 receiver. The cable can be connected either way around.
Setting up the Receiver 5 Installing the receiver Select a location at which all of the following conditions are met: the receiver is not exposed to temperature extremes the receiver is not exposed to moisture extremes {such as rain, snow, water blasters, or wash systems) the receiver is protected from mechanical damage you can connect and disconnect cables without placing undue stress on them Mounting the antennas You must install each antenna at the correct location.
5 Setting up the Receiver 2. Select Heading mode, The SPSx50 display shows two extra settings for heading: — Heading Adjustment. Enter a positive value in decimal degrees. The value is applied to the raw heading value before it is output in the AMEN HDT message or displayed on the front panel of the receiver. This value is used when the two antennas are not mounted parallel to the vessel axis. ~ Minimum Heading Solution. Enter the minimum requirement for the GPS solution that will provide the heading value.
CHAPTER 6 Configuring the SPSx50 Using the Keypad and Display In this chapter: Button functions Power button operations Home screen Status screens Configuring the SPSx50 as a base receiver Configuring the SPSx50 as a rover receiver Configuring system settings The receiver features a keypad and display (see Keypad and display, page 22) so that you can configure the receiver without using a controller or computer.
6 Configuring the SPSx50 Using the Keypad and Display Button functions The SPSx50 has seven buttons on the front panel to control the receiver. Use the buttons to turn the receiver on and off and to check or change the receiver settings. Button Name Function Power Turns the receiver on and off. To turn the receiver off, hold the Power button for two seconds. Escape Returns to the previous screen or cancels changes being made on a screen. Enter Advances to the next screen or accepts changes made on a screen.
Configuring the SPSx50 Using the Keypad and Display 6 Home screen The Home screen is the main screen displayed on the SPSx50 receiver. If the receiver is displaying another screen and is left idle for 60 seconds, you are returned to the Home screen.
6 Configuring the SPSX50 Using the Keypad and Display 62 Configuring the receiver L In the Home screen, press ©. Use the Operation Mode screen to configure system settings, mode settings, or to view the SV (satellite) status. Mode Settings is the default setting. Press e. Use the Mode screen to select whether the receiver will operate as a base or rover. Base is the default setting, Press e.
Configuring the SPSx50 Using the Keypad and Display 6 Setting the reference latitude, longitude, and height of the base station In the Base Latitude screen: L 2. The base was set up with a “Here” position, so press oe. The Base Longitude screen is used to change the reference longitude of the base station. The base was set up with a “Here” position, so press & The Point Height screen is used to change the reference height of the base station.
6 Configuring the SPSX50 Using the Keypad and Display Press® to enter Edit mode for the format. Press change which correction message will be output on the port. Press © to accept the change. Press © again. Use the AMEN screen to set up AMEN outputs from the receiver. Press © to accept the default of no AMEN messages. Use the GOOF screen to set up GOOF outputs from the receiver. Press © to accept the default of no GOOF messages. 11. Use the RT screen to set up RT outputs from the receiver.
Configuring the SPSx50 Using the Keypad and Display 6 Press ®. 4. 5. In the Mode field, press®. When the current mode begins to flash, the receiver is in Edit mode and you can change this setting. 6. Press ® to change the desired RTK mode of the receiver. 7. Press e to accept the change. 8. Press © again. The Antenna Type screen appears. See next. Selecting the antenna In the Antenna Type screen: L press®.
6 Configuring the SPSX50 Using the Keypad and Display 66 To access the system settings: the Home screen, press @. Use the Operation Mode screen to configure system settings or mode settings, and to view the SV (satellite) status. Mode Settings is the default setting. Press®. When the operation mode begins to flash, the receiver is in Edit mode and you can change this setting. Press ® to change to System Setup. Press © to accept the change. Press @ again.
CHAPTER Configuring the Receiver Settings In this chapter: Using the SCS900 Site Controller software to configure the base station, the rover, and the radios Configuring the receiver to log data for post processing m Configuring Ethernet settings ® Configuring the SPSx50 receiver using a web browser You can configure the SPS GPS receiver family in a variety of ways, This chapter describes the different configuration methods, and explains when and why each method is used.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings Using the SCS900 Site Controller software to configure the base station, the rover, and the radios As part of a total system solution for construction applications, the SPS GPS receivers are operated by a Scent, ACU, TCU, or KITSCH controller running the 5CS900 Site Controller software.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 Configuring the receiver to log data for post processing The SPS GPS receivers do not come equipped with the Data Logging option. The receivers can have this added either at the time of purchase, rota a later date as an option.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings 70 ‘When an SPSx50 receiver is connected to a network using CPD, an IP address is assigned to the receiver by the network. To verify the IP address of the receiver, select the up button from the keypad when the Home screen is displayed. The Ethernet IP address appears as shown. If your network installation requires the receiver to be configured with a static IP address, you can configure the Ethernet settings using the web server or the Win Flash utility.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings 8. Enter the network settings in the Ethernet Configuration dialog. Click 0K: Ethernet settings. IP Setup: 1P Address: Net mask: Broadcast: Gateway. DNS Address: HTTP settings Server Pork: The Broadcast setting is the IP address that is used to broadcast to all devices on the subset. This is usually the highest address (usually 255) in the subset.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 To connect to the receiver using a web browser: 1 Enter the IP address of the receiver into the address bar of the web browser as shown: Fie ER View Go [Pockmarks Tools security is enabled on the receiver, the web browser prompts you to enter a username and password: “x BBB Epson 2st 555 ® ° Enter username and password for “Tremble” at User Name: admin Password: Trey The default login values for the SPSx50 receiver are: ~ User Name: admin Password: password If you cannot
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings Once you are logged in, the welcome web page (see Figure 7.1) appears. Model name of receiver Serial number of receiver ee . BAIL ERN G2) Available Tremble SPS Receiver languages Menus pe Figure 7.1 SPS GPS receiver Home web page Changing the settings Use the web page to configure the receiver settings. The web interface shows the configuration menus on the left of the browser window, and the settings on the right.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 Receiver Status menu The Receiver Status menu provides a quick link to review the receiver's available options, current firmware version, IP address, temperature, run time, satellites tracked, current outputs, available memory, position information, and more. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Receiver Status [ Identity.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings Satellites menu Use the Satellites menu to view satellite tracking details and enable/disable GPS, ONASSIS, and BASS (WAAS/EGNOS and MASS) satellites. Note To configure the receiver for Arsonist, use the Arsonist menu. See page 82. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Satellite / Tracking (Sky Plot).
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 Data Logging menu Use the Data Logging menu to set up the SPSx50 receiver to log static GPS data. This menu is available only if the receiver has the Data Logging option enabled. You can also configure settings such as observable rate, position rate, continuous logging, continuous logging rate, and whether to auto delete old files if memory is low. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Data Logging / Configuration.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings Receiver Configuration menu Use the Receiver Configuration menu to configure such settings as elevation mask and POP mask, the antenna type and height, the reference station position, and the reference station name and code. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Receiver Configuration | Summary.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 1/0 Configuration menu Use the I/O Configuration menu to set up all outputs of the SPSx50 receiver. The receiver can output CMR, RT CM, AMEN, GOOF, RT, or BIN EX messages. These messages can be output on TCP/IP, UDP, serial, Bluetooth, or radio ports. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select /0 Configuration | Port Summary.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings 80 Bluetooth menu Use the Bluetooth menu to configure the receiver to connect to other Tremble devices that use Bluetooth wireless technology. These devices can be used to configure the receiver, and generate or receive corrections.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 Radio menu Use the Radio menu to configure the internal radio of the receiver, if applicable. The SPSx50 receivers are available with 410-430 MHz, 430-450 MHz, 450-470 MHz, or 900 MHz radios. The SPS550H receiver does not have an internal radio. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Radio. TE FERTILE CN IL) Radio Configuration datatype ital SOD MET Nabisco aardvark 4] Brice venom 1 Overcareful version 2 Haber sls 900 MHz Radio Parameters.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings 82 Arsonist menu All SPSX50 receivers, except the SPS550H, can receive Arsonist corrections. By default, Arsonist tracking is turned on in the receiver. To receive Arsonist corrections, you must set the receiver to track Arsonist satellites and it must have a valid Arsonist subscription. The receiver can position with Arsonist purchase a subscription for your receiver, contact Arsonist at: www.OmniSTAR.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 Internet Configuration menu Use the Internet Configuration menu to configure Ethernet settings, e-mail alerts, PPP connection, HTTP port, FTP port, and VFD port settings of the receiver. For information on the Ethernet settings, see Configuring Ethernet settings, page 69. The VFD port allows you to use the SPSx50 Remote Control application to view and navigate the SPSx50 receiver through a mock display and keypad interface.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings 84 Security menu Use the Security menu to configure the login accounts for all users who will be permitted to configure the SPSx50 receiver using a web browser. Each account consists of a username, password, and permissions. Administrators can use this feature to limit access to other users. Security can be disabled for a receiver. However, Tremble discourages this as it makes the receiver susceptible to unauthorized configuration changes.
Configuring the Receiver Settings 7 Firmware menu Use the Firmware menu to verify the current firmware and load new firmware to the SPSx50 receiver, You can upgrade firmware across a network or from a remote location without having to connect to the receiver with a serial cable. This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Firmware. Qos [os tb CR DEER en sen TE EER TIP PHY Firms Wattage [ime 307 04.
7 Configuring the Receiver Settings 86 The Help menu provides information on each of the receiver settings available in a web browser. Selecting the Help menu opens new windows. Select the section of the Help that you want to view. The Help files are stored on the Tremble Internet site and are updated between firmware releases. If you do not have access to the Internet, there is also a copy of the receiver Help files on the Tremble SPS GPS Receiver CD.
CHAPTER JE Automatically Setting up a Mobile Base Station Using Auto Base Technology In this chapter: m Auto Base Warning m Working with Auto Base technology ® Scenario One: First visit to a site with Auto Base Warning turned off m Scenario Two: First visit to a site with Auto Base Warning turned on m Scenario Three: Repeat visit to a site with Auto Base Warning turned off ® Scenario Four: Repeat visit to a site with Auto Base Warning turned on ® Flowchart showing the Auto Base process The Auto Base technol
8 Automatically Setting up a Mobile Base Station Using Auto Base Technology Auto Base Warning The Auto Base Warning, when enabled, prevents the receiver from creating a new base station position and begin operating as an RTK base station when no previous base station position exists that corresponds to the current position of the receiver.
Automatically Setting up a Mobile Base Station Using Auto Base Technology 8 ‘Where you set up each time with potentially different antenna heights, Tremble recommends that on the first setup after Auto Base has completed its process, that you edit the antenna height (using the receiver keypad and display). The updated antenna height changes the Auto Base setup, so that on subsequent setups, when you again change the antenna height, you will get correct height information during measurement.
8 Automatically Setting up a Mobile Base Station Using Auto Base Technology 90 AN 7. The antenna type, antenna height and measurement method used in the previous setup of this base station are applied.
Automatically Setting up a Mobile Base Station Using Auto Base Technology 8 Tremble recommends that after any new base station setup, or at the start of each measurement session, you measure a known point to verify that position and height errors are within tolerance. This is good practice and it takes just a few seconds to eliminate potentially gross errors typically associated with repeated daily base station setups. Flowchart showing the Auto Base process Figure 8.1 shows the Auto Base process.
8 Automatically Setting up a Mable Base Station Using Auto Base Technology 92 SPSX50 Modular GPS Receiver User Guide
Default Settings In this chapter: m Default receiver settings m Resetting the receiver to factory defaults m Data Logging option CHAPTER All settings are stored in application files. The default application file, Defaulter, is stored permanently in the receiver, and contains the factory default settings for the SPSx50. Whenever the receiver is reset to its factory defaults, the current settings (stored in the current application file, Current's) are reset to the values in the default application file.
9 Default Settings Default receiver settings These settings are defined in the default application file.
Default Settings 9 Logging data after a power loss If power is unexpectedly lost while the receiver is logging data, once power is restored, the receiver tries to return to the state it was in immediately before the power loss. The receiver does not reset itself to default settings. If the receiver was logging data when power was lost, data logging is not resumed. To resume data logging after a power loss: 1. Restart the receiver.
Specifications In this chapter: General specifications Physical specifications Electrical specifications Communication specifications GPS satellite signal tracking Integrated radio options Variable configuration options CHAPTER This chapter details the specifications for the SPSx50 GPS receiver. Specifications are subject to change without notice.