LEA-6 / NEO-6 - Hardware Integration Manual
GPS.G6-HW-09007-A
Preliminary
Preface
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Preface
u-blox Technical Documentation
As part of our commitment to customer support, u-blox maintains an extensive volume of technical
documentation for our products. In addition to our product-specific technical data sheets, the following manuals
are available to assist u-blox customers in product design and development.
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GPS Compendium:
This document, also known as the GPS book, provides a wealth of information
regarding generic questions about GPS system functionalities and technology.
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Receiver Description including Protocol Specification:
Messages, configuration and functionalities of
the u-blox 6 software releases and receivers are explained in this document.
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Hardware Integration Manual:
This Manual provides hardware design instructions and information on
how to set up production and final product tests.
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Application Note:
document provides general design instructions and information that applies to all u-blox
GPS receivers. See Section
Related documents for a list of Application Notes related to your GPS receiver.
How to use this Manual
The LEA-6 / NEO-6 Hardware Integration Manual provides the necessary information to successfully design in
and configure these u-blox 6-based GPS receiver modules. For navigating this document please note the
following:
This manual has a modular structure. It is not necessary to read it from the beginning to the end. To help in
finding needed information, a brief section overview is provided below:
1.
Hardware description
: This chapter introduces the basics of function and architecture of the u-blox 6
modules.
2.
Design-in
: This chapter provides the Design-In information necessary for a successful design.
3.
Product handling
: This chapter defines packaging, handling, shipment, storage and soldering.
4.
Product testing
: This chapter provides information about testing of OEM receivers in production.
5.
Appendix
: The Appendix includes guidelines on how to successfully migrate to u-blox 6 designs, and useful
information about the different antenna types available on the market and how to reduce interference in
your GPS design.
The following symbols are used to highlight important information within the manual:
An index finger points out key information pertaining to module integration and performance.
A warning symbol indicates actions that could negatively impact or damage the module.
Questions
If you have any questions about u-blox 6 Hardware Integration, please:
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Read this manual carefully.
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Contact our information service on the homepage http://www.u-blox.com
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Read the questions and answers on our FAQ database on the homepage http://www.u-blox.com
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