Vector Compass
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10
5.
Issues and Troubleshooting
Issue
Description
Corrective Action
Heading on Remote GUI
reads zero
Vector Compass not
communicating with controller
Check Connections to device
Check the configuration items for
communication to the Vector
Compass
Check that Vector compass is selected
as heading source
Perform Home command; check that
sensor output variable “Vector
Compass Message Count” is counting.
Inconsistent/Incorrect
Heading
Heading is not
consistent/incorrect after
performing compass read
Check connections at GPS pucks, set
“Heading Averaged” to “No” in Core
Configuration.
Check for correct “Vector Compass
Heading Offset” in Core Configuration.
Check for overhead obstructions of
Vector Compass GPS device, check for
correct/ accurate “Time Source”.
Check that GPS Pucks and their
mounting bracket are not damaged or
loose.