MTi and MTx User Manual and Tech. Doc., © 2005, Xsens Technologies B.V.
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6 Important notices
6.1
Environmental Operating Conditions
The recommended operating temperature of the MTi / MTx hardware is between 0°C and
55°C ambient temperature. If operated outside this temperature range performance may
decrease or the device might be damaged. Fast transient temperature fluctuations may cause
significant temperature gradients across the device. Such gradients cannot be properly
modelled by temperature compensation and may therefore decrease performance. For optimal
performance the ambient temperature should remain constant as much as possible
during
the
measurement.
NOTE: Never expose the MTi or the MTx to strong magnetic fields.
The MTi and MTx
contains the absolute possible minimum of ferromagnetic materials (“hard” and “soft”
magnetic materials). Nonetheless, some minor components can be magnetized permanently
by exposure to strong magnetic fields. This will not damage the unit but will render the
calibration of the magnetometers useless, typically observed as a (large) deviation in heading.
For mild magnetization it may be possible to compensate for the magnetization of the device
by a re-calibration (magnetic field mapping). Taking care not to expose the MTi or the MTx
to strong magnetic fields, such as close proximity of permanent magnets, speakers,
electromotor, etc. will make sure magnetization does not occur.
The MTi and MTx hardware must be kept dry at all times. Condense may damage the internal
electronics.
The MTi and MTx hardware should be protected from electro static discharges or sources of
radiation, as exposure to such source will damage the internal electronics.
The MTi and MTx hardware should be protected from violent handling such as drops on hard
surfaces. Excessive shocks or violent handling may damage the motion sensors.
The MTi and MTx hardware should be protected from strong vibrations. Excessive and
continuous vibration may damage the device. Please contact
for more
detailed information.
6.2
Absolute maximum ratings
Stresses above Absolute Maximum Ratings may cause permanent damage to the device.
Shock (any axis):
20000
m/s
2
(2000 g) unpowered/powered
Max Voltage:
-0.3 V … 16 V
Operating/Storage
Temperature:
-5
°
C - 60
°
C
NOTE: Drops onto hard surfaces can cause shocks of greater than 20000 m/s
2
(2000 g)
exceed the absolute maximum rating of the device. Care should be taken when handling to
