SMART6-L User Manual Rev 3
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Chapter 1
Introduction
The SMART6-L is a high performance GNSS receiver and antenna, capable of receiving and tracking
different combinations of GNSS L1/L2 code and carrier signals on a maximum of 120 channels. SBAS
(Satellite Based Augmentation Systems) includes WAAS (North America), EGNOS (Europe) and MSAS
(Japan). SBAS support is standard. Refer to
An Introduction to GNSS
(on our website at
www.novatel.com/an-introduction-to-gnss/
) for an overview of each of the above signal types. The
SMART6-L rear panel also features Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) for status indication.
Once properly powered, the SMART6-L begins operating as a fully functional GNSS system.
Figure 1,
SMART6-L Receiver
shows the SMART6-L without connecting cables.
Figure 1: SMART6-L Receiver
1.1
Features and Models
The main features of the SMART6-L are:
•
an enhanced high performance GNSS L1/L2 receiver
•
a high performance GNSS L1/L2 antenna
•
a CAN port
•
three (3) RS-232 COM ports
•
three (3) LED status indicators
•
a water and dust tight enclosure
The SMART6-L is available in several different firmware models whose configurations may include other
additional features. Contact NovAtel Sates at
www.novatel.com/where-to-buy/contact-us
for information
regarding available models, upgrading a model to increase feature/functionality or go to
www.novatel.com/support/info/documents/925
to obtain product updates. Refer to
Chapter 4, NovAtel
Firmware and Software
on page 31 for details.
Refer to the
OEM6 Installation and Operation Manual
for detailed information on receiver
communications and operation.
