
Operation
Chapter 3
SMART6 User Manual Rev 3
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3.2
Getting Started
3.2.1
Starting the Receiver
When first powered, the SMART6 undergoes a complete self-test. The results of this test can be viewed by
connecting to the receiver and requesting the RXSTATUS log. Refer to the
If a persistent error develops, contact your local NovAtel dealer first. If the problem remains unresolved,
contact NovAtel directly through any of the methods listed in the
Customer Service
section on
3.2.2
Communicating with the Receiver Using NovAtel Connect
NovAtel Connect is a Windows based GUI used to access the receiver's many features. Convert is a utility
that converts between file formats and strips unwanted records for data file compilation. Both are included in
the NovAtel Connect PC Utilities bundle available from:
www.novatel.com/support/search/items/
Launch the NovAtel Connect program and select
Device | Open Connect
from its main menu. The
Open
Connection
window appears.
Figure 8: Open Connection Window
Refer to the NovAtel Connect help file or press F1 while the cursor is in a NovAtel Connect window. Ensure
the
Console
and
ASCII Messages
windows are open by selecting them from the
View
menu.
When the receiver is first turned on, no data is transmitted from the COM ports except for the port prompt.
The console window displays a port name:
[COM1]
if connected to COM1 port
[COM2]
if connected to COM2 port
[AUX]
if connected to AUX port or through Bluetooth
Any of the above prompts indicate the receiver is ready and waiting for command input.
1. You may also have to wait for output from receiver self-tests. For example, on start-up, the
SMART6 is set to log the RXSTATUSEVENTA log ONNEW on all ports. Refer to the
Family Firmware Reference Manual
2. If NovAtel Connect is unable to locate the SMART6, try using a different COM port to
communicate to the receiver. Once communication has been established, issue the
FRESET
STANDARD
command. You should now be able to use the original communication port again.
3. When using the AUX port, you must use a “Passive” connection in NovAtel Connect.