MICROpod User Manual
A0016-09-0001
Version Number: 4.00
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Template Version: 2.01
Revision Date: 24.06.2013
Forsberg Services Limited
Company Registration No: SC104949
Registered Office: Forsberg Services Ltd, 1 East Craibstone Street, Aberdeen, AB11 6YQ
FSL can provide a range of single or dual frequency GNSS antennae, which include band-pass
filtering and an LNA. Selection of antenna will depend on the application. FSL can provide
advice for the best antennae to use for your particular requirement.
Email: [email protected]
6.4
Choosing a coaxial cable
The selected coaxial cable must not exceed a loss of 10dB. If the loss is greater than this it
can cause excessive signal degradation, which shall result in the receiver not being able to
meet the performance specifications.
FSL can provide specific coaxial cable lengths to meet requirements.
Email: [email protected]
6.5
Mounting the GNSS antenna
Install the GNSS antenna in a position where the antenna has a clear sky view so that each
satellite above the horizon can be tracked without obstruction.
6.6
Connecting the antenna to the receiver
The MICROpod provides a TNC female connector on the front panel. The high-quality coaxial
cable with a male TNC connector will mate to the MICROpod. Ensure that the connector is
screwed in tightly to avoid any possibility of the cable coming loose.
6.7
MICROpod power supply
The MICROpod requires 12VDC and comes with a vehicle power plug to a 2 way Fischer
connector. The Fischer connector provides a lock mechanism to ensure that it does not lose
connectivity.
To apply power to the unit:
1.
Plug the vehicle plug into the 12VDC power source
2.
Plug the Fischer connector into the MICROpod power socket.
3.
The ‘Power’ LED shall illuminate green
