Thales MobileMapper Beacon, User Manual

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The MobileMapper Beacon may also be used with 3rd-party
GPS systems that accept RTCM SC-104 corrections via a
Bluetooth or traditional hard-wired serial connection.
The following figure shows the MobileMapper Beacon sys-
tem.
We have written this document to assist you with learning
how to use the MobileMapper Beacon system, how it oper-
ates with GPS equipment, and provide some general infor-
mation on Coast Guard beacon technology.
Key Features
• Fully integrated Coast Guard beacon receiver and
antenna
• All-day battery life using either four alkaline, 1.5-V Lith-
ium or NiMH rechargeable AA-type batteries
• Integrated Bluetooth wireless technology for communi-
cations with the MobileMapper CE
• Convenient belt-mounted carrying system
• User interface includes a power button and status lights
• Conventional hard-wired serial port for communication
with other GPS equipment via a cable with standard DB9
connector.