Quick Start Guide for GPS150 V1.02
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2. Before you start
The GPS150 is a smart “all in one” GPS/GLONASS receiver solution for small boats featuring our DualNav™ technology
that allows the unit to be set to use the GPS or GLONASS satellite constellations or a combination of the two systems.
Select the mode you want the GPS150 to operate in, connect it to a 12v or 24v DC supply and it will immediately start
calculating your position and outputting this data in NMEA 0183 format (4,800, 38,400 or 115,200 baud).
Carefully consider how you wish to connect the GPS150 to your existing navigation system before you start installing
cables. To display the GPS/GLONASS data you will need:
Suitable dedicated chart plotter that can read and display GPS/GLONASS data via NMEA0183
Or a suitable PC Navigation software running on a PC with Microsoft Windows XP
®
/Windows 2000
®
or Windows
Vista
®
/Windows 7
®
with a free RS232 serial port or a free USB port with a USB to NMEA adaptor.
3. Installation
Before starting installation select a suitable location for the GPS150 Receiver. The unit is water proof and designed for
on-
deck mounting. The GPS150 antenna has the popular 1” x 14 TPI thread mount, found in many VHF antennas. A wide
variety of different brackets are available for this type of threaded mount, consult your local marine electronics dealer or
chandlery for more information.
The 1” x 14 TPI thread mount can also be removed by unscrewing the three hex bolts with a suitable Allen Key, allowing
the GPS150 to be flush mounted on a flat horizontal surface. In this situation, the antenna should be mounted on a layer
of silicone sealant to avoid standing water accumulating under the antenna.
Dimensions;
The GPS150 is supplied with 10m of cable and this should be routed through the vessel to a suitable dry internal location
where it can be connected to the boat’s DC power system and the equipment it will be interfaced with. The cable can be
shortened, lengthened or joined without problems.
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