CHECKING YOUR INSTALLATION
Monitor the effects on the beacon and GPS receiver performance as each devise on the vehicle is
powered on. If the receiver stops operating properly when a device is powered on, that device is
causing interference and the receiver location may need to change. For example, if running the engine
causes interference, then ignition noise or alternator noise is interfering with signal reception. Move
the receiver further away from the engine.
Receiver – Normally only 5GPS satellites are required for good accuracy. If a lightbar is connected,
ensure the 3 center LED’S are lit green.
Transmitting – If the receiver is operating in WAAS Mode, the receiver may be out of range of a satellite
or the Satellite may be off the air. WAAS status information is available on the Internet at
WWW.FAA….
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Serial Coms – Using GPS MON software, check for proper communication settings baud rate, and
COM Port number. Make sure the cable used, if not provided by raven, is wired
correctly. See section titled “serial Interface”.
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