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All rights reserved.The information contained herein may not be used, accessed, copied,

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* Other names for marketing purposes are  

AW135, HPT135BT, AW135BT

HPT135*

VHF Modem

Operator’s Manual 

Version 1.1

Last Revised October 13, 2010

Summary of Contents for HPT135 series

Page 1: ... herein may not be used accessed copied stored displayed sold modified published or distributed or otherwise reproduced without express written consent from JAVAD GNSS Other names for marketing purposes are AW135 HPT135BT AW135BT HPT135 VHF Modem Operator s Manual Version 1 1 Last Revised October 13 2010 ...

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Page 3: ...ainted 12 1 1 1 LEDs 12 1 1 2 Data and Power Ports 12 1 1 3 External Antenna Connector 13 1 1 4 Mounting Bracket 13 1 1 5 Cables 13 1 1 6 Literature 14 1 1 7 External Antenna not included 14 1 1 8 Storage Precautions 14 Chapter 2 Configuration 15 2 1 Powering HPT 135 15 2 1 1 Power supply requirements 15 2 2 Configuring HPT135 17 2 3 Installing ModemVU 17 2 4 Connecting HPT135 and Computer 18 2 5 ...

Page 4: ...1 1 General Radio Specifications 25 A 1 2 Environmental Specifications 26 A 1 3 Transmitter Specifications 27 A 1 4 Receiver Specifications 27 A 2 Connector Specifications 28 Appendix B VHF Radio Usage 31 Appendix C Safety Warnings 33 C 1 General Warnings 34 Appendix D Warranty Terms 35 ...

Page 5: ...al without JAVAD GNSS express written consent and may only use such information for the care and operation of your HPT135 The information and data in this Manual are a valuable asset of JAVAD GNSS and are developed by the expenditure of considerable work time and money and are the result of original selection coordination and arrangement by JAVAD GNSS TRADEMARKS HPT135 TRIUMPH 1 ModemVU JAVAD GNSS...

Page 6: ...roperty rights in and to the Software belong to JAVAD GNSS If these license terms are not acceptable return any unused software and manual CONFIDENTIALITY This Manual its contents and the Software collectively the Confidential Information are the confidential and proprietary information of JAVAD GNSS You agree to treat JAVAD GNSS Confidential Information with a degree of care no less stringent tha...

Page 7: ...ions Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Note Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate such equipment Canadian Emissions Labeling Requirements This Class ...

Page 8: ...n can look slightly different from the sample screen due to the modem you have connected operating system used and settings you have specified This is normal and not a cause for concern Example Description File Exit Click the File menu and click Exit Link Space This format represents titles of dialog windows boxes names of menu options identifies program interface objects such as checkboxes edit b...

Page 9: ...ww javad com Technical Assistance If you have a problem and cannot find the information you need in the product documentation contact your local dealer Alternatively request technical support using the JAVAD GNSS World Wide Web site at www javad com ...

Page 10: ...Preface Technical Assistance WEEE Directive 10 www javad com ...

Page 11: ...up to 45 dBm operating in VHF frequency band 138 to 174 MHz The VHF transceiver is also capable of receiving RF signals through a 50 Ohm impedance external antenna port These signals are demodulated and output to the JAVAD GNSS receiver HPT135 delivers a reliable radio link at up to 38 4 kbps over the air for the 25 kHz channel spacing 19 2 kbps for 12 5 kHz and 9 6 kbps for 6 25 kHz The unmatched...

Page 12: ...ort the HPT135 can be connected to PC with Data Ser Cable DB9 DB15 6ft 1 8m or with JAVAD GNSS receiver with Data Ser Cable ODU 7 DB15 6ft 1 8m Through the power port the HPT135 can be powered See Powering HPT 135 on page 114 for detailed information Position LED Name Color Description 1 PWR Green Active if Power connected to modem 2 SYNC Red Active whenever a signal with a level exceeding the lev...

Page 13: ...t Figure 1 3 connects the modem to a standard pole adapter Figure 1 4 Figure 1 4 Mounting Bracket 1 1 5 Cables The HPT135 package includes standard communication and power cables for configuring the modem and providing a power source to the modem Data Ser Cable ODU 7 DB15 6ft 1 8m p n 14 578108 01 Data Ser Cable DB9 DB15 6ft 1 8m p n 14 578110 01 Power Cable PL 700 Battery Clips 8 2 ft 2 5m p n 14...

Page 14: ...nd may be directional or omni directional 1 1 8 Storage Precautions 1 Always clean the instrument after use Wipe off dust with a cleaning brush then wipe off dirt with a soft cloth 2 Store in a location with a temperature of 40 85 C and no exposure to direct sunlight 3 Use a clean cloth moistened with a neutral detergent or water to clean the modem Never use an abrasive cleaner ether thinner benze...

Page 15: ...r Source and rated for Outdoor Use and have an output rated for 12V 10A This may not be the same range as other JAVAD GNSS products with which you are familiar CAUTION To avoid the introduction of hazards when operating and installing before connecting of the equipment to the supply make sure that the supply meets local and national safety ordi nances and matches the equipment s voltage and curren...

Page 16: ...stepped on tripped over or otherwise subjected to damage or stress Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or plug replace immediately To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment pull by the plug body rather than the output cord when disconnecting the equipment Do not operate the supply if it has received a sharp blow been dropped or otherwise damaged Do not disassemble the supply Warning B...

Page 17: ...U ModemVUTM is a Windows application is a configuration program for the radio modem ModemVU is available from the JAVAD GNSS website Note Refer to the ModemVU Software Manual for full details on installing and using ModemVU Software 1 If downloading the program from the website extract the program files into a folder on your hard drive 2 Navigate to the location of the ModemVU program and double c...

Page 18: ...ad com 2 4 Connecting HPT135 and Computer Figure 2 2 Data Ser Cable DB9 DB15 Once you have established a connection between the modem and the computer you will be able to Configure the modem and its components Send commands to the modem Use ModemVU to load new firmware to the modem ...

Page 19: ...necting HPT135 and Computer on page 18 Turn on the HPT 135 2 Start ModemVU 3 Select the HPT135 Figure 2 3 and click OK Figure 2 3 Options window 4 Select the COM port the HPT135 modem is connected to Figure 2 4 Click Connect Figure 2 4 Connect to ModemVU 5 On the Radio Link tab set the following parameters Table 2 1 and click Apply Figure 2 5 on page 21 ...

Page 20: ... the frequency in band 138 174 MHz with 6 25 kHz channel spacing For both Base and Rover modems the frequency must be the same Output power Select the transmission power for the radio modem n a Modulation type Specifies a modulation scheme that will be used by your modem DQPSK is recommended For both Base and Rover modems the modulation type must be the same Link Rate The link rate is selected aut...

Page 21: ...inished click File Disconnect 2 6 Checking Firmware Version Use ModemVU to check the firmware version of your HPT135 1 Connect your modem and computer See Connecting HPT135 and Computer on page 18 for this procedure 2 Start ModemVU Select the HPT135 and than the COM port and click Ok see Configuring HPT135 on page 19 ...

Page 22: ...ply requirements 22 www javad com 3 Click on Identification tab Figure 2 6 Figure 2 6 Identification tab This tab lists important information about the hardware accessories and software properties 4 Click File Disconnect then File Exit to quit ModemVU ...

Page 23: ...Manual available on the JAVAD GNSS website 1 Download the new firmware package to your computer 2 Connect your modem and computer as described in Connecting HPT135 and Computer on page 18 3 Start ModemVU Select the HPT135 and than the COM port and click Ok see Configuring HPT135 on page 19 4 Click the Serial Interface Tools tab 5 Click Download Firmware button Figure 2 7 Figure 2 7 Serial Interfac...

Page 24: ...uirements 24 www javad com 6 Open the required firmware folder Select the xmd file and click OK Figure 2 8 Figure 2 8 Load New Firmware 7 Wait until the new firmware version process will be complete 8 Click File Disconnect then File Exit to quit ModemVU ...

Page 25: ...Hz EU Data Rate 25kHz Channel Spacing 9600 bps DBPSK GMSK 19200 bps DQPSK 4FSK 28800 bps D8PSK 38400 bps D16QAM Data Rate 12 5kHz Channel Spacing 4800 bps DBPSK GMSK 9600 bps DQPSK 4FSK 14400 bps D8PSK 19200 bps D16QAM Data Rate 6 25 kHz Channel Spacing 2400 bps DBPSK 4800 bps DQPSK 7200 bps D8PSK 9600 bps D16QAM System Gain for DBPSK modulation Antenna gain is not included 161 dB for 25 kHz Chann...

Page 26: ...l port Serial RS 232 up to 115200 bps Serial port configurable as RS 232 and RS 422 or RS 485 USB USB 2 0 device port 12 Mbps Parameter Specification Temperature Operating 30o C to 50o C USA 20o C to 55o C EU 40o C to 60o C absolute rating Storage 40o C to 85o C Environmental IP 66 Dimensions H x W x D 152 mm x 84 mm x72 mm Weight 900 g Power Supply Voltage 12VDC nominal Power Consumption Average ...

Page 27: ...5 kHz under extreme test conditions Adjacent Channel Power Conducted 25 12 5 6 25 kHz CS USA Canada EU Part 90 210 C D E Clause 4 2 4 EN 300 113 2 60 dBc Spurious Emission Conducted 36 dBm 9 kHz 1GHz 30 dBm 1GHz 4 GHz Spurious Emission Radiated 36 dBm 9 kHz to 1 GHz 30 dBm 1 GHz to 4 GHz Parameter Specification Noise Figure 4 dB Receiver Sensitivity DBPSK BER 1x10 4 25 kHz CS DQPSK D8PSK D16QAM GM...

Page 28: ...N HIGH CURRENT PL 700 RECEPT ALDEN 300906 Table A 5 Power Connector Specifications DB15 Connector This connector provides DB15 connectivity for the HPT135 with DTE About using and configuration RS 485 please contact JAVAD GNSS Customer Support support javad com Figure A 1 DB15 Connector 1 2 White Marker Number Signal Name Dir Details 1 Power_INP P 12 volts DC input 2 Power_GND Ground power return ...

Page 29: ...al Ready RS 232 3 RX CTS_IN I Receive Data positive line RS 422 Clear to Send RS 232 4 RX RX_IN I Receive Data negative line RS 422 Receive Data RS 232 5 Not used Do not use 6 USB_PWR I Power Input line USB 7 Ground Power Ground 8 Not used Do not use 9 DSR_IN I Data Set Ready RS 232 10 TX RTS_OUT O Transmit Data positive line RS 422 Request to Send RS 232 11 TX TX_OUT O Transmit Data negative line...

Page 30: ...Specifications Connector Specifications Receiver Specifications 30 www javad com ...

Page 31: ...ween base and rover receivers Know the strengths and weaknesses of this technology to get the best use out of your receiver The quality and strength of the VHF signals translates into range for VHF communications The system s range will greatly depend on the local conditions Topography local communications and even meteorological conditions play a major role in the possible range of RTK communicat...

Page 32: ...VHF Radio Usage 32 www javad com ...

Page 33: ...ce heat Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has bee...

Page 34: ...ons Note Minimum separation distance of 120 cm between the antenna and persons must be maintained This product should never be used Without the user thoroughly understanding operator s manual After disabling safety systems or altering the product With unauthorized accessories Contrary to applicable laws rules and regulations DANGER THE HPT135 SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS ...

Page 35: ...mage to the product resulting from an accident disaster misuses abuse or modification of the product Warranty service may be obtained from an authorized JAVAD GNSS warranty service dealer If this product is delivered by mail purchaser agrees to insure the product or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service location and to use the original ship...

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