Novatel SMART7, Installation And Operation User Manual

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Chapter 3 SMART7 Operation
Before operating the receiver for the first time, refer to SMART7 Installation on page 25 for SMART7 installation
instructions.
3.1 Communications with the Receiver
Communication is established with the receiver using a data terminal or computer connected to the receiver by a
variety of methods:
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Wi-Fi Configuration on page 82
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Serial Port Communications below
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Ethernet Communications on page 36
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ICOM Communications on page 36
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CAN Bus Communications on page 37
When connected to the receiver, enter commands directly from a terminal or through terminal emulation software
on a computer. For example:
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NovAtel Web User Interface - The NovAtel Web User Interface is installed on OEM7 receivers. Refer to
the online OEM7 documentation ( docs.novatel.com/OEM7 ) for instructions.
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NovAtel Connect - NovAtel Connect is a software application used to monitor and configure NovAtel receiv-
ers. For information about installing and using NovAtel Connect, refer to the help file included with the applic-
ation.
NovAtel Connect version 2.0 or greater is required for OEM7 receivers. Download the
latest NovAtel Connect software and documentation from
www.novatel.com/novatel-
connect .
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Any console/command line application
To maximize the application of the receiver’s capabilities, become familiar with the commands and logs
described in
Agriculture Commands and Logs Reference Manual .
3.1.1 Wi-Fi Communications
Wi-Fi capable receivers are configured to run a 2.4 GHz 802.11 Access Point (AP) by default. The AP starts auto-
matically when the receiver is powered on; no explicit configuration is required.
Establish a connection between the receiver and a Wi-Fi network by locating the receiver in the list of detected
Wi-Fi devices. Once detected, it is easy to connect to any laptop, tablet or smartphone with Wi-Fi capability and
a web browser.
Refer to the Wi-Fi on page 29 section in Connect the SMART7 to Data Communication Equipment on page 28
for instructions on starting a Wi-Fi connection to the SMART7-I or SMART7-W.
To change the configuration of the Wi-Fi interface, including password, refer to Wi-Fi Configuration on page 82.
3.1.2 Serial Port Communications
The receiver can communicate with a computer or terminal via a serial port. For communication to occur, both
the receiver and the operator interface have to be configured properly. The receiver’s default port settings are: