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Installation and Setup Chapter 2
SMART6 User Manual Rev 3 16
2.1.4 Mounting the SMART6
Mount the SMART6 on a secure, stable structure capable of safe operation in the specific environment.
• If installing on a vehicle, mount the SMART6 on the vehicle roof, ideally close to the pivot point of the
vehicle. The SMART6 must be mounted with the connector facing the rear of the vehicle (see
Figure 5, SMART6 Orientation ).
Figure 5: SMART6 Orientation
• If installing in a stationary location, mount the SMART6 in a location that has a clear view of the sky
so that each satellite above the horizon can be tracked without obstruction. For more information,
refer to
NovAtel’s GNSS Book .
2.1.5 Connecting Data Communications Equipment
To communicate with the receiver for sending commands and obtaining logs, a connection to data
communications equipment is required. Refer to
Table 5, SMART6 Communication/Power Cable Pin-outs on
Page 56 on for more information.
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The SMART6 must be rigidly secured to the vehicle to avoid errors caused by vibration and
motion.
Orient toward the front
of vehicle Route cable toward
back of vehicle