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C12 User Manual
4-pin Fisher to DC charging cable
(Connects to the Power Adaptor)
7-pin Fisher to DB9 data cable
5-pin adapter cable to
RJ45 network port
Provisioning the C12P9
GNSS Antenna: Connect a suitable GNSS antenna to the TNC connector. The GNSS connector will supply 100 mA at
5 V, suitable for most GNSS antenna.
You must install a suitable external lightening arrestor for permanent installations:
Locate the arrester near the point where the antenna feed wire enters the building. The arrestor should be directly
connected to building ground.
The C12P9 warranty does not cover damage caused by lightning strikes or stray welding currents.
WARNING: You must disconnect the antenna cable from the C12 prior to welding on or near the GNSS antenna or
mounting structure.
Network Connection: The Ethernet connection should also have a suitable lightning arrestor:
External Power: Connect the C12P9 to the power supply using the supplied power connector, the power indicator
will light (Green) when the C12 is on. There is no ON/OFF switch.
Device Support Tools and Documents
From the Trimble website:
https://www.trimble.com/Precision-GNSS/BD990-Board.aspx
you may obtain the following Support Tools and Documents:
BD9XX_User Guide.pdf
BD9xx_WinFlash (latest version).exe
The Trimble User Guide includes detailed configuration instructions.