AvL Technologies Vector Compass, Setup & Operation Manual

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Vector Compass
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Figures
Figure 1 - Version Info. ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2 – Core Configuration, keyword “Vector” ................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Figure 3 – Core Configuration, keyword “Heading; Source” ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Figure 4 – AAQ GUI Main Page, Heading Source ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Figure 5 – Sensor Outputs ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
1. Introduction
This document describes the concepts required to use the AvL Vector Compass system and provides
a detailed explanation of the associated configuration items that are accessible through the AAQ
GUI as part of the AvL AAQ Controller. The Vector Compass system uses GPS satellite information
to produce an accurate heading without the need for an internal compass or manual compass
setting. This negates any heading inconsistencies that would be introduced by magnetic
interference in traditional compass components.
2. Setup Guide
2.1 Hardware
The following hardware is required for the operation of this module;
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AvL antenna system with AAQ controller
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Vector Compass assembly
2.2 Software
Be sure that the ROM is at or above the version shown below: