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Trimble GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide

1. Help menu For more detailed information about each of the receiver settings select the Help menu The Help is available whenever your computer is connected to the Internet It is also available from the Trimble website http www trimble com EC_ReceiverHelp V4 15 en SPS_Help htm 88 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Troubleshooting In this appendix m Receiver issues m Connection issues m GLONASS satellite tracking issues m Postprocessing issues CHAPTER Use this section to identify and solve common problems that may occur with the receiver Please read this section before you contact Technical Support GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 89 6 Troubleshooting Receiver issues The receiver does External power is too low Check the charge on the external battery and if applicable not turn on check the fuse Internal power is too low Check the charge on the internal battery External power is not Check that the Lemo connector or 26 pin adaptor is seated properly connected correctly and that the cable is secured to the receiver Check for broken or bent pins in the connector Faulty power cable Check that you are using the correct cable for the port battery Check that the correct battery is connected to a particular port The ports on the GNSS receiver are optimized for use with different types of battery The 26 pin connector is optimized for Trimble custom external batteries
2. 0 Message ID GPGSV 1 Total number of messages of this type in this cycle 2 Message number 3 Total number of SVs visible 4 SV PRN number 5 Elevation in degrees 90 maximum 6 Azimuth degrees from True North 000 through 359 7 SNR 00 99 dB null when not tracking 8 11 Information about second SV same format as fields 4 through 7 12 15 Information about third SV same format as fields 4 through 7 16 19 Information about fourth SV same format as fields 4 through 7 20 The checksum data always begins with GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 113 C NMEA 0183 Output PJT Projection type An example of the GSV message string is shown below Table C 10 describes the message fields PTNL PJT NAD83 Conus California Zone 4 0404 51 Table C 10 PJT message fields Field Meaning 0 Message ID PTNL 1 2 Coordinate system name can include multiple words Projection name can include multiple coordinates 114 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide PTNL GGK NMEA 0183 Output C Time Position Position Type DOP An example of the PTNL GGK message string is shown below Table C 11 describes the message fields PTNL GGK 453049 0 0 3728 455440850 N 12215 253291068 W 3 9 2 0 EHT35 742 Sle 4 M 2 Table C 11 Field 0 1 2 9 10 11 12 PTNL GGK message fields Meaning Talker ID PTNL Message ID GGK UTC time of position fix in hhmmmss ss format Hours must be two numbers so may
3. alternators and generators electric motors equipment with DC to AC converters fluorescent lights switching power supplies If you are using the rover receiver in open spaces Trimble recommends that you stop work during electrical storms where the risk of lightning strike is high Where cables are involved Trimble recommends that you use cable ties to secure the cables to the pole or other equipment to avoid inadvertent snagging while moving about the jobsite Be careful not to kink twist or unnecessarily extend cables and avoid trapping them in vehicle doors or windows Damage to cables can reduce the performance of GNSS equipment GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 95 A Understanding GNSS Collecting real time H Star data The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver can be used to collect positions using real time H Star technology with accuracy varying from decimeter 10 cm to subfoot 30 cm To collect real time H Star data you must e Connect to an external correction source such as a VRS network using a cellular phone and maintain this link while collecting data For more information see Connecting a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone for real time corrections from an Internet source including VRS networks page 38 e Use dual frequency base station s e When inside the coverage area of a VRS network or when using a single base station at a baseline length less than 30 km the receiver typically achieves
4. Do not use the front panel of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to configure the receiver settings Any settings you configure are reset the next time you connect to the receiver from the GNSS field software and using the front panel to reconfigure settings during data collection may cause problems with your data To avoid problems always configure the receiver using the GNSS field software For more information see Chapter 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver Button Name Function Power Turns the receiver on and off See Power button operations below Escape Returns to the previous screen Enter Advances to the next screen Up Moves the cursor between multiple fields on a screen Down Moves the cursor between multiple fields on a screen Left Moves the cursor between characters Right Moves the cursor between characters Power button operations Press the Power button O to turn on and turn off the receiver In addition tap to return to the Home screen or hold down to perform the following operations To Hold the Notes button for turn off the receiver two seconds The display shows a countdown timer When the display goes blank soft reset release the Power button clear the almanac 15 seconds The display shows a countdown timer When the display goes blank ephemeris and continue to hold the Power button The display shows a countdown satellite information time to clear the almanac and ephemeris When the counter reaches 0
5. VGK VTG ZDA Of w OReport max DADI 2 in NMEA GGA string L Reporl max corecton age 9 sec in NMEA GGA string ee extended information in NMEA GGA and RMC strings GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 83 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 1 Select the required port from the drop down menu 2 Select NMEA from the protocol drop down menu Your Serial Port Setup values will depend on your third party software 3 Set the NMEA options as required click OK See Appendix C NMEA 0183 Output for details of the message formats Bluetooth menu Use the Bluetooth menu to configure the receiver to connect to other devices that use Bluetooth wireless technology These devices can be used to configure the receiver and generate or receive corrections The following Trimble devices can be connected to a ProXRT receiver using Bluetooth wireless technology e Laptop computer e Bluetooth enabled field computers This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Bluetooth Info Pn D p Trimble ProXRT 2 SN 5017K67139 e i in z Bluetooth Info bfineon UniStone HW v2 4 FW vi 0 5 Reece Gluetooth MAC Address 00 03 19 08 59 50 10 q Pine SES Lopes i piu Li Eai eT Fininware Help 84 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 OmniSTAR menu All receivers can receive Omni
6. and the Lemo port is optimized for external 12 V batteries such as car motorcycle or truck batteries If the wrong type of battery is connected to a port it is likely that it will cut off earlier than normal Check pinouts with a multimeter to ensure internal wiring is intact The receiver is not Receiver needs a soft Turn off the receiver and then turn it back on again See responding reset Power button operations page 25 Receiver needs a full reset Press for 30 seconds See Power button operations page 25 The receiver is not The GNSS antenna cable is Make sure that the GNSS antenna cable is tightly seated in receiving satellite loose the GNSS antenna connection on the GNSS antenna signals The cable is damaged Check the cable for any signs of damage A damaged cable g y SIg g g can inhibit signal detection from the antenna at the receiver The GNSS antenna isnot e Make sure that the GNSS antenna is located with a clear in clear line of sight to the view of the sky sky As a last resort perform a soft reset two seconds and then a 15 second satellite information reset See Power button operations page 25 The message PC The WinFlash utility isin Complete the WinFlash task and then exit the utility Loader in Control use ur on the front The winFlash utility was Plug the data cable back in and then restart the receiver pang started then the data cable was disconnected No apparent reason If the WinFlash u
7. carrier Sagede Allow Position Update phase logging is automatic TE In the TerraSync software versions earlier than 4 10 make Confirm End Feature No sure that carrier phase logging is enabled To check that Filename Prefix the software is logging H Star carrier data 1 Inthe Setup section of the GNSS field software tap Logging Settings The Logging Settings form appears 2 Inthe Log Carrier Data field make sure Auto is selected and then tap OK Planning a data collection session To maximize productivity plan GNSS data collection around the times of the day when satellite geometry is best Trimble GNSS field software includes a Plan option in the Status section with an animated skyplot and DOP satellite geometry graph for your position for up to the next 12 hours Se TerraSync ao 4 3 32 X In the Plan screen you can check the planning skyplot as you plan a session then use the timeline to zoom in on times when geometry is poor As you adjust GNSS settings tap 4 the Plan screen is updated so you can see the effect of different quality control settings iZi pm olden if Cob ars Note The Plan section in the GNSS field software does not show the availability of GLONASS satellites To plan data collection sessions using both GPS and GLONASS satellites use the office based Trimble Planning utility To download this utility go to www trimble com planningsofitware_ts asp and then
8. decimeter level accuracy At baselines of between 30 km and 80 km you can expect accuracy in the subfoot range 30 cm e To obtain a real time solution with decimeter accuracy using H Star technology the receiver must track at least five satellites that the base station is also tracking In a dual constellation operation for example GPS and GLONASS the receiver must track at least six satellites e To maintain a real time solution with decimeter accuracy using H Star technology the rover must continuously track at least four satellites that the base station is also tracking In a dual satellite constellation operation for example GPS and GLONASS the receiver must track at least five satellites The radio link between the base and rover receivers must also be maintained Differential correction explained Use differential correction to correct errors in your collected data Differential correction requires one or more additional receivers called base stations or reference stations which are located at known points Data collected at the base stations is used to determine GNSS measurement errors and compute corrections to these errors An unlimited number of mobile GNSS receivers called rovers collect GNSS data at unknown locations within the vicinity of the base station Errors common at both the base station and the rover receiver are corrected either in real time or during postprocessing Real time differential correction With r
9. for the connection ee 6 Clear the Secure Connection check box 7 Tap Finish on the right softkey 8 Tap OK in the top right corner to close the Bluetooth application 9 Tap E in the top right corner to close the Settings screen GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 33 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Step 3 Configuring the GNSS field software to connect to the receiver l On the field computer start the GNSS field software and then open the Setup section Tap GPS Settings The GPS Settings form appears From the GPS Receiver Port field select the COM port that you selected for the Bluetooth wireless connection mE TermraSync eu E 3 02 ok GPS Receiver Port COMS ProxRT Tap OK to close the GPS Settings form To connect the software to the receiver tap GPS at the top of the main screen of the Setup section Use these slider settings to collect precise positions in most GPS environments Fans Reconnecting the field computer to the receiver To reconnect the field computer to the receiver at any time l 2 3 Turn on the receiver Turn on the Bluetooth radio in the field computer On the field computer start the GNSS field software and make sure that the correct COM port is selected in the GPS Receiver Port field Tap the GPS button 34 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Connecting the field com
10. or another location Set up an advanced connection Connect directly to another computer using Your seral parallel or infrared port or set up this computer so that other computers can connect to it 4 Select Connect directly to another computer and then click Next New Connection Wizard Advanced Connection Options Which type of connection do you want to set up Select the connection type you want O Accept incoming connections Allow other computers to connect to this computer through the Intemet a phone line or a direct cable connection Connect directly to another computer Connect to another computer using your seral parallel or infrared port GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 73 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 Select Guest and then click Next F New Connection Wizard Host or Guest To connect two computers Your computer must be identified as ether a host or a quest Choose the role you want for this computer Host Thiz computer has the information you want to access Guest This computer it used to access information on the hast computer 6 Give the connection a name which relates to the COM port being used on the office computer This is like a cable connection between two computers only the cable is being replaced by a Bluetooth wireless connection Click Next F New Connection Wizard Connection Hame What is the name of t
11. 2 129 0 System Name Trimble DNS Resolved Name NONE ne Serial Number 5017K67139 Satellites Re irg Network Configuration Firmware Firmware Version 4 15 Firmware Date 2010 04 07 Heip 82 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 I O Configuration menu Use the 7 0 Configuration menu to set up all outputs of the receiver The receiver can output NMEA GSOF or BINEX messages These messages can be output on TCP IP NTRIP UDP serial or Bluetooth ports This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select I O Configuration Port Summary S gt Trimble ProxRT 2 SN 5017K67139 E z Da Ta O Configuration Recelver Status 5 Satellites Rec ceiver E a nfig u ratio n WO Ce nfig uration Bluetooth OmniSTAR Netw vork Configuration Security NMEA GGAIIHEZ Firmware Seri _ Modem 1 384K8N To configure the required NMEA options select the Port Configuration option or click the required port Type on the above screen The following screen appears ProXR T 2 5017K67139 K O a n I O Configuration Serial1 Lemo v NMEA E Sa Serial Port Setup Receiver Configuration l VO Configuration Baud 9 600 Parity N m NMEA AVR at BPO on DG GBS GGA IEEE GGK GNS O GRS Off GSA GEV 0 HDT Of PJK RMC ROT of
12. 77 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 13 Right click on the connection and select Status F ProXRT on Com11 Status General Communications cable between try modem Server type FPP Transports TCP IP Compression none PPP roultilink framing Off Server P address 192 766 100 740 Client IP address 152 766 100 741 14 The Details tab shows the Server IP address Use this IP address to connect to the receiver using the web interface Trimble Windows Internet Explorer EBE fey Gaal T Mie hepi 168 100 140 fume search pl Fils Edk View Fiveeites Took Hebb Like G Steve Browser WebEx e zu r E ft ie ob Pega Gp Tooke gt Trimble ProXRT Ei 4747K11265 A Trimble SPS Receiver 7 Receiver Status Satellites Data Logging Receiver Configuration WO Configuration Bluetooth Omni TAR Network Configuration Security 3 Done X Tip You can also get the PPP address from the front panel of the receiver by pressing from the Home screen 78 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 Menus Once you are logged in the home page appears see Figure 5 1 Serial number of receiver Model name of receiver Trimble ProXRT 2 SN 5017K67139 l sei Available L a Trimble SPS Receiver languages Leta Receiver Co nfiguration VO Co
13. BOG ee eee ee es ees 26 OLOS SCIONS oeiee a ee Gone Ge CARERS ERED eee BEE ee ees 26 Real COMNCCIOIS hae ead dene eh ES ok Eee E eee amp Be ee Ee em Ow ee E 2l hecer operato OVCIVICW ors tereta paaka a awe aa a a d 28 3 Connecting to Other Equipment 1 2 2 ee ee 29 WOUDEIMS TNC reCEI Eee so pierre nkprin a 30 Mounting the receiver on a range pole 0 eee eee ee 30 Carrying the receiver inabackpack 20 0 2 eee 31 Mounting the receiver on a vehicle magnetic mount 0040 31 Connecting to a field computer 4 6 sone eae eeade che ka eG Bee HA eee 31 Connecting the field computer using Bluetooth wireless technology 32 Connecting the field computer using the DB9 Lemo cable 35 Connecting the field computer using the DB9 DB9 cable 36 Connecting to an external differential correction source 00000005 37 Types of external differential correction source 0 0 es 37 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 9 Contents Connecting a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone for real time corrections from an Internet source including VRS networks 0 00 eee eee eee 38 Connecting the GeoBeacon receiver to the field computer using Bluetooth wireless PeCOMOIOC Ve ate ene Ge eeaae ewe pean s ee eee bares y es 44488 Bee 43 Connecting an external source to the field computer usingacable 45 Connecting an externa
14. GPS Settings in the GNSS field software form and then set the Use GLONASS option to Auto is disabled Postprocessing issues The postprocessed GLONASS satellites were For versions of the GPS Pathfinder Office software earlier results differ from used in real time but not than 4 20 GLONASS measurements are not used in the real time during postprocessing postprocessing To ensure that GLONASS measurements are corrected results used in the solution use the real time positions For GPS Pathfinder Office software version 4 20 and later the postprocessing engine supports GLONASS positions To use corrected positions connect to a real time differential correction source Accurate real time There are not enough Use the real time solution For versions of the GPS Pathfinder positions were satellites to enable Office software earlier than 4 20 GLONASS measurements achieved in the field postprocessing This can are not used in postprocessing but the data will not occur if GLONASS For GPS Pathfinder Office software version 4 20 and later the postprocess satellites are used inthe postprocessing engine supports GLONASS positions real time solution GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 91 6 Troubleshooting 92 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide APPENDIX Understanding GNSS In this chapter This section provides a basic introduction to GNSS and associated concepts referred to in this E What is G
15. Meerheide 45 5521 DZ Eersel NL Declaration of Conformity We Trimble Navigation Limited 935 Stewart Drive PO Box 3642 Sunnyvale CA 94088 3642 United States 1 408 481 8000 declare under sole responsibility that the product GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver comply with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 5 6 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Safety Information Before you use the Trimble GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver make sure that you have read and understood all safety requirements Regulations and safety The receiver contains an internal Bluetooth radio and can send signals through Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth radios operate in license free bands Before operating a GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver determine if authorization or a license to operate the unit is required in your country It is the responsibility of the end user to obtain an operator s permit or license for the receiver for the location or country of use For FCC regulations see Notices page 4 Type approval Type approval or acceptance covers technical parameters of the equipment related to emissions that can cause interference Type approval is granted to the manufactur
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17. Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 121 Glossary NAD 83 NMEA NTRIP OmniSTAR PDOP postprocessing real time differential GPS rover RTCM North American Datum of 1983 A horizontal datum employing the GRS 80 ellipsoid The original realization of NAD 83 was almost identical to WGS 84 The current realization NAD 83 CORS96 differs from WGS 84 by up to a meter National Marine Electronics Association NMEA 0183 defines the standard for interfacing marine electronic navigational devices This standard defines a number of strings referred to as NMEA sentences that contain navigational details such as positions Networked Transport of RTCM via Internet Protocol NTRIP enables the streaming of DGPS or RTK correction data via the Internet Data is usually received using a modem and or a cellphone An NTRIP server is an Internet server that manages authentication and password control for differential correction sources including base stations and VRS networks and relays corrections from the source that you select An NTRIP server can be accessed by a number of users at the same time The OmniSTAR service allows the use of new generation dual frequency receivers with the OmniSTAR service There are three levels of OmniSTAR service available VBS Virtual Base Station for sub meter operations OmniSTAR XP for consistent decimeter service lt 20 cms worldwide and OmniSTAR HP High Performance for horizontal a
18. accuracy 58 PTNL GGK message 115 range pole and bracket 16 30 real time differential correction COM ports 51 configuring field software 47 definition 122 external sources 37 OmniSTAR service 53 overview 96 SBAS 53 56 sources 28 37 VRS network 37 reference station See base station required accuracy 57 58 reset full 90 soft 90 rover definition 122 RTCM definition 122 S safety AC power adaptor 8 battery 8 satellite geometry 59 Satellite Information message 113 114 SBAS correction status 26 integrated receiver 28 system locations 56 tracking mode 56 using corrections from 57 Secure Connection check box 33 Select Server form 42 skyplot 52 59 123 128 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide SNR definition 123 soft reset 90 SSF file format definition 123 standard components 15 streaming GNSS positions 57 support 17 60 supported GNSS field software 50 T Taiwan notices to users 5 TDL 3G cellular modem accessory 37 38 technical support 17 60 TerraSync software installing 50 supported versions 50 three dimensional GNSS position 52 time values in NMEA messages 103 Time Position and Fix Related Data message 107 Time Position Position Type DOP message 115 tracking defined 123 GLONASS satellites 52 60 62 91 Trimble GPScorrect extension installing 50 troubleshooting connections 91 GLONASS satellite tracking 91 postprocessing 91 receiver 90 U U S Department of Commerce 17
19. be padded for example 7 is shown as 07 UTC date of position fix in ddmmyy format Day must be two numbers so may be padded for example 8 is shown as 08 Latitude in degrees and decimal minutes dddmm mmmmmmm Direction of latitude N North S South Longitude in degrees and decimal minutes dddmm mmmmmmm Should contain three digits of ddd Direction of longitude E East W West GPS Quality indicator Fix not available or invalid Autonomous GPS fix RTK float solution RTK fix solution Differential code phase only solution DGPS SBAS solution WAAS EGNOS MSAS RTK float or RTK location 3D Network solution RTK fixed 3D Network solution RTK float or RTK location 2D in a Network solution 9 RTK fixed 2D Network solution 10 OmniSTAR HP XP solution 11 OmniSTAR VBS solution 12 Location RTK solution 13 Beacon DGPS Number of satellites in fix Sy Oe Sw YS SS Ellipsoidal height of fix antenna height above ellipsoid Must start with EHT M ellipsoidal height is measured in meters The checksum data always begins with Note The PTNL GGK message is longer than the NMEA 0183 standard of 80 characters GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 115 C NMEA 0183 Output RMC Position Velocity and Time The RMC string is shown below and Table C 12 describes the message fields GPRMC 123519 A 4807 038 N 01131 000 E 022 4 084 4 230394 003 1 W 6A Table C 12 GPRMC message fields Fie
20. can be generated 104 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide ALM NMEA 0183 Output C Almanac data An example of the ALM message string is shown below Table C 1 describes the message fields GPALM A B C D E Ehh hhhbh Table C 1 ALM message fields Field Meaning Message ID GPALM Total number of messages Message number Satellite PRN number GPS week number 0 1023 Satellite health bits 17 24 of message Eccentricity t index OA almanac reference time sigma index 1 inclination angle OMEGADOT rate of right ascension SQRA A root of semi major axis Omega argument of perigee Omega index 0 longitude of ascension node M index 0 mean anomaly a index f0 clock parameter iO CO NI AIA A WwW N O a index f1 clock parameter GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 105 C NMEA 0183 Output GBS GNSS satellite fault detection An example of the GBS message string is shown below Table C 2 describes the message fields GPGBS 015509 00 0 031 0 186 0 219 19 0 000 0 354 6 972 4D Table C 2 GBS message fields Field Meaning Message ID GPGBS UTC of position fix CO i ed ee ee Nae _ r VW a Expected error in latitude Se Wer eee Se eee Expected error in longitude Aoo ee Re oe Meo geen TTT y y y Expected error in altitude A w Ni O ID number of most likely failed satellite Probability of missed detection for most likely failed sat
21. circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commission rules Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada This apparatus complies with Canadian RSS GEN RSS 310 and RSS 210 Cet appareil est conforme a la norme CNR GEN CNR 310 et CNR 210 du Canada Europe This product is intended to be used in all EU member countries Norway and Switzerland 4 This product has been tested and found to comply with the requirements for a Class B device pursuant to European Council Directive 89 336 EEC on EMC thereby satisfying the requirements for CE Marking and sale within the European Economic Area EEA Contains Bluetooth radio module PBA 31308 These requirements are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential or commercial environment Australia and New Zealand This product conforms with the regulatory requirements of the Australian Communications and Media Authority ACMA EMC framework thus satisfying the requirements for C Tick Marking and sale within Australia and New Zealand
22. folder Add a shortcut to this connection to my desktop To create the connection and clase this wizard click Finish F Network Connections Fie Edit wiew Favorites Tools Adwanced Help CD pack Ls Zs Bi pa Search I Folders Address e Network Connections Hame Network Tasks Dial up Create a new connection b vzGlobal ge Change Windows Firewall ike 1 36 settings Rename this connection Direct za Delete this connection Change settings of this a ProXRT on Coml i connection LAN or High Speed Internet Other Places a Local Srea Connection 2 GY Wireless Network Connection 11 Enter the user name and password The defaults for the ProXRT receiver are Username admin Password password 76 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Click Connect Connect ProXRT on Com11 User name admin Save this user name and password for the following users Mle only Anyone who uses this computer 12 The new Direct connection appears in the Network Connections folder It should now show the status as Connected Network Connections Fie Ect Yew Favaitec Took Advaced Help Qm O B Pr F r HH Address 4D Netrrork Connentions Nelvrork Tasks sd reste amp re Correo ie Chand Winders Firewall settings a Dacar Uae Cormeen tice j Rerama Uns corie GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 5
23. for an interactive look at Trimble and GNSS GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 13 1 Introduction About the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver The Trimble GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver is a high accuracy GNSS receiver that uses H Star technology for decimeter and subfoot real time or postprocessed accuracy The receiver is a dual frequency receiver that tracks both L1 and L2 GPS signals and optionally L1 and L2 GLONASS signals The receiver can also optionally output NMEA 0183 messages The receiver is also capable of tracking the Galileo GIOVE A and GIOVE B test satellites for signal evaluation and test purposes through the Web Browser interface available with the NMEA optional upgrade For more information on the Galileo satellites see the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Customer FAQs Ideal for all GIS data collection and maintenance projects the receiver provides a range of options for high accuracy positioning in real time This enables you to collect and update precise data for utility urban and natural resource databases The main features of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver are e Decimeter and subfoot accuracy in real time or after postprocessing using H Star technology e Support for decimeter subfoot and submeter accuracy in real time using OmniSTAR HP XP and VBS services respectively e Optional GLONASS signal support If you purchase the Upgrade to GLONASS option the receiver can track satellites that ar
24. message 102 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Message Functions Page ALM Almanac data page 105 GBS GNSS satellite fault detection page 106 GGA Time position and fix related data page 107 GLL Geographic position Latitude and Longitude page 108 GNS GNSS fix data page 109 GRS GPS range residuals page 110 GSA GPS DOP and active satellites page 111 GST Position error statistics page 112 GSV Number of SVs in view PRN elevation azimuth and SNR page 113 HDT Heading from True North Not applicable for this receiver PJT Projection type page 114 PTNL AVR Time yaw tilt range mode PDOP and number of SVs for Not applicable Moving Baseline RTK for this receiver PTNL BPQ Base station position and position quality indicator Not applicable for this receiver PTNL DG L band corrections and beacon signal strength and related Not applicable information for this receiver PTNL GGK Time position position type and DOP values page 115 PTNL PJK Local coordinate position output Not applicable for this receiver PTNL VGK Time locator vector type and DOP values Not applicable for this receiver PTNL VHD Heading Information Not applicable for this receiver RMC Position Velocity and Time page 116 NMEA 0183 Output C Message Functions Page ROT Rate of turn Not applicable for this receiver VTG Actual track made good and speed over ground page 117 ZDA UTC day month and year and local time zone offset page 118 To co
25. possible that autonomous or real time corrected positions that were calculated in the field may fail to be corrected during postprocessing This is because positions in the field are calculated using both GLONASS and GPS measurements but the postprocessed positions are calculated using GPS measurements only If you GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 61 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver require every GNSS position in the field to have a matching postprocessed position in the office select No in the Use GLONASS field For GPS Pathfinder Office software version 4 20 and later the postprocessing engine supports GLONASS positions 62 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide In this chapter m Configuring Ethernet settings m Configuring the receiver using a web browser m Menus CHAPTER Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface You can configure the ProXRT receiver via the Web Browser interface The Web Browser interface provides an easy way to configure NMEA Output settings This chapter explains the Web Browser interface menu options Note If you are using Trimble field software the field software settings will override most receiver settings Trimble recommends that you configure the receiver using the Web Browser interface only if you are not using Trimble field software GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 63 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Configu
26. release the Power button reset the receiver to 30 seconds The display shows a countdown to turn off the receiver another the factory default countdown to clear the almanac and ephemeris and then shows a settings third countdown time to reset the receiver Formatting FS When this counter reaches 0 release the Power button force the receiver to at least 60 If the reset method above does not work use this method to force turn off seconds the receiver to turn off When the front panel turns off and you have held the Power button for at least 60 seconds release the Power button and the Power LED will go off GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 25 2 Getting Started Home screen The Home screen is the main screen displayed on the receiver To get back to the Home screen from any other screen tap the Power button The Home screen shows the following information Number of satellites being tracked The number of satellites used to calculate the position Ifthe receiver is set to use SBAS or OmniSTAR corrections the Home screen displays the number of satellites for which corrections have been received Ifthe receiver is computing an autonomous solution the Home screen displays all satellites in view that is all satellites above the elevation mask Internal battery power remaining Current mode configuration Status screens The receiver has several view only status screens that allow you to review the current
27. the DB9 DB9 cable with the mulitport adaptor to connect to the field computer For more information see Connecting to an external differential correction source page 37 1 Connect one end of the antenna cable to the TNC connector on the rear of the receiver and the other end of the cable to the antenna 2 Connect one end of the DB9 DB9 cable to the serial port on the field computer 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the multiport adaptor and connect the multiport adaptor to the receiver 4 Turn on the receiver 5 To connect the GNSS field software to the receiver a On the field computer start the GNSS field software and then open the Setup section ai Terra yne eu CB 3 03 ok b Tap GPS Settings The GPS Settings form appears c From the GPS Receiver Port field select COM1 or whatever the serial port is called on the field computer d Tap OK to close the GPS Settings form e To connect the software to the receiver tap _ use these slider settings to collect GPS at the top of the main screen of the Setup positions in most GPS environments section 36 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Connecting to an external differential correction source This section describes how to connect the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to an external correction source If you are using the integrated SBAS or OmniSTAR receiver to receive real time differen
28. 59 carrier frequency 119 carrier phase data logging 59 definition 119 cellular modem definition 119 supported 37 using corrections from 47 cellular phone connecting to 38 40 for accessing real time corrections 37 Charger Disabled Temp Limited message 22 charging minimum time required 21 charging receiver battery 21 CMR message format 119 connecting to a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone 38 40 a field computer 31 36 a GeoBeacon receiver 43 47 a VRS network 38 42 an external radio 45 47 an Internet server 38 42 Connection Control field 42 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 125 Index Connection Method field 41 47 Correction Datum field 41 55 current GNSS position 52 data collection planning 53 data logging accuracy based 57 H Star carrier 59 datum definition 119 of correction source 41 55 datum transformation 120 deep discharge 120 delimiters NMEA checksum 103 field separator 103 start of message 102 DGPS See differential correction 122 dialling rules 40 Dialup Networking DUN service 38 differential correction definition 120 overview 96 See also postprocessed differential correction See also real time differential correction direction NMEA field format 103 display 24 DOP definition 120 graph 59 dual constellation receiver 52 96 dual frequency receiver 14 120 EGNOS 56 120 elevation mask definition 120 status 26 ellipsoid definition 120 ephemeris clearing the 25 defined 120
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30. C adaptor intended for the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver Using any other AC adaptor can damage the receiver and may void your warranty Do not use the AC adaptor with any other product Make certain that the input voltage on the adaptor matches the voltage and frequency in your location Make certain that the adaptor has prongs compatible with your outlets Do not use the AC adaptor in wet outdoor areas it is designed for indoor use only Unplug the AC adaptor from power when not in use Do not short the output connector Be aware that there are no user serviceable parts in this product If the AC adaptor becomes damaged replace it with a new Trimble AC adaptor Battery safety A N WARNING Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium ion battery A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged Signs of damage include but are not limited to discoloration warping and leaking battery fluid Do not expose the battery to fire high temperature or direct sunlight Do not immerse the battery in water Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather Do not drop or puncture the battery Do not open the battery or short circuit its contacts A N WARNING Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium ion battery if it appears to
31. China RoHS Information 2 99 Date ormai e e aeea tone dee eare aya 100 China RoHS information table P RoHS F AVES IB ee 100 NMEA 0183 Output 2 2 2 ee nunnan 101 NMEA 0153 message OVEIVIOW ses icas ho RR Ee ee eh eR ee ee ERE 102 Common message elements 4 a s0 5 6 2sd2 0 bOd445545 4 e428 G4 4 6d o 0 eos BH 103 NescaGeValUCS 2 2 oa ee ee hee eee ee eee ee eee ae cee eee eee ee eee 103 ANE AIS OS 6522 coe e pad es bee ee Po eek eS eee ee ee SE oes 104 PRN G e ase geo oe bees oe eo oe ee ey ee pee ee eh ee ae ee 115 GIOSSOLY 2 0 hme Sew Oe we ES we ee ee oe 119 MON 26h Go sateen oe Pe oe ee we Ge ee 125 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 11 Contents 12 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Introduction In this chapter m About the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver What s in the box Accessories Supported GNSS field software Use and care COCOM limits Technical support CHAPTER Welcome to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide This guide describes how to set up and use the Trimble GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver This guide applies to Model 2 of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver Even if you have used other GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System products before Trimble recommends that you spend some time reading this manual to learn more about the special features of this product If you are not familiar with GNSS go to the Trimble website www trimble com
32. Connections list select the phone that you want to configure the connection to and then if required tap Next on the right softkey 8 Enter the GPRS access number for the Internet GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 39 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Two of the common GPRS access numbers for cellular phones on GSM networks are 99 1 and 99 If these access numbers do not work contact the cellular phone provider to obtain the appropriate number to use Note You do not need to set up dialling rules or change the Internet connection settings on the phone The connection settings you enter on the field computer are passed to the phone to use for this connection 9 Tap Next on the right softkey 10 Unless the phone provider confirmed that you must enter user name password and domain settings to access the Internet tap Finish on the right softkey without entering any information in this screen Otherwise a Enter the required information b Ifthe phone provider has told you that you need to change the IP address or other settings for the connection tap Advanced configure these settings and then tap OK in the top right corner of the screen c Tap Finish on the right softkey You are returned to the Connections screen You have now configured the dialup networking connection Step 3 Connecting to the Internet using the dialup network 1 On the field computer go to the Connections screen if it is not alr
33. EE ES SERGE a 64 Configuring the receiver using a web browser 0 000 eee eee eee ee eee 65 DUDPCMICC DIOWGCls 224 pone oS tn REGO ood eRe eS ER SEE Ge Re EES eos 65 Connecting to the receiver using a web browser 0 000 eeeee 65 Connecting to the receiver using a web browser and Bluetooth wireless technology 66 Creatine a new COMNMCCHOMs Jace eee bad ed eee rot eed eases SSS eons eee 71 O sap hete canes Ke eRe hehe Shee ee oe Eee ee ee eee ees 79 Changing he Seuss sesane tga aa a a ES BO De es 19 6 Troubleshooting 000 eee eee 89 WeCEINCLICSUGS 2 2n5 cb etteace ature thawed pees O hes ew Ee eee eae 90 COMME CHONASSUCS 52445 ee Re GR ENe eee be eee hae eo heb eee Rede oo he ee 91 GLONASS satellite tracking issues 5 0 b5 4 4508969 656 364 855556544 559445454 91 Po aroc e e aU E a aaa aaa e r aa 91 A Understanding GNSS 2 0 0 2 eee nnne 93 Ma e O eas a ee o E 94 Whats COONASS ksss drer aerea eaea a eee eee nen e tenes 94 10 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Contents Best practice guidelines for setting up the receiver 0 0200 94 Collecting real time H St r dias s se cs cae fen ee nanesete Eee eee hEGe aes 96 Differential correction explained 2 ota ous odode 6h oe Fee ees ee ee ewes 96 Real time differential correction 1 2 aaa ee eee 96 Postprocessed differential correction 0 0 eee eee eee 97 Postprocessed real time differential correction aanas anaa 98
34. Guide 27 2 Getting Started Receiver operation overview To collect data in the field using the receiver you need the following components e GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver e GNSS antenna and antenna cable e Selected mounting accessories such as range pole and bracket backpack or vehicle magnetic mount e Field computer running supported GNSS field software e External devices required when connecting to an external real time differential correction source such as a cellular phone external data radio or GeoBeacon receiver The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver incorporates the GNSS receiver and power supply into a single unit In most applications the receiver operates entirely from its own integrated battery unit However on a vehicle you can use an external power supply the internal battery then acts as a backup power supply covering any external power failures The GNSS antenna is separate from the receiver To receive GNSS positions you must connect the receiver to the Tornado antenna To ensure maximum performance mount the antenna so that it is clear of obstructions such as on a range pole ona backpack or on a vehicle roof Connect the receiver to a field computer running supported GNSS field software Use the GNSS field software to configure the receiver and to collect data The receiver can be connected to a source of real time corrections such as a virtual reference station system The connection is provided t
35. Internet correction source X Tip To disconnect or reconnect to the server at any time tap Ext Source To view the status of the real time correction source open the Status section select the Real time subsection and then select External from the Summary list button Reconnecting to the Internet To reconnect to the Internet at any time after setting up the connection repeat steps 3 through 8 on page 40 If you selected Auto in the Connection Control field of the Trimble GNSS field software the software automatically connects to the Internet source that is providing real time differential corrections To manually reconnect the Trimble GNSS field software to the Internet source that is providing real time differential corrections open the software and then tap the Ext Source button that appears below the status bar in the Setup section 42 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Connecting the GeoBeacon receiver to the field computer using Bluetooth wireless technology To receive real time corrections from a GeoBeacon receiver that is connected to the field computer using Bluetooth wireless technology you must 1 Connect the field computer to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver 2 Connect the field computer to the GeoBeacon receiver 3 Configure the COM port on the field computer to use for the GeoBeacon receiver connection 4 Configure the GNSS field software to use real time correcti
36. NASS 4 PDOP Position dilution of precision 0 5 through 99 9 5 HDOP Horizontal dilution of precision 0 5 through 99 9 6 VDOP Vertical dilution of precision 0 5 through 99 9 7 The checksum data always begins with GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 111 C NMEA 0183 Output GST Position Error Statistics An example of the GST message string is shown below Table C 8 describes the message fields Table C 8 Field 0 1 iO CO NI oa WT By Ww GPGST 172814 0 0 006 0 023 0 020 273 6 0 023 0 020 0 031 6A GST message fields Meaning Message ID GPGST UTC of position fix RMS value of the pseudorange residuals includes carrier phase residuals during periods of RTK float and RTK fixed processing Error ellipse semi major axis 1 sigma error in meters Error ellipse semi minor axis 1 sigma error in meters Error ellipse orientation degrees from true north Latitude 1 sigma error in meters Longitude 1 sigma error in meters Height 1 sigma error in meters The checksum data always begins with 112 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide GSV NMEA 0183 Output C Satellite Information The GSV message string identifies the number of SVs in view the PRN numbers elevations azimuths and SNR values An example of the GSV message string is shown below Table C 9 describes the message fields GPGSV 4 1 13 02 02 213 03 3 000 11 00 121 14 13 172 05 67 Table C 9 GSV message fields Field Meaning
37. NOS and MSAS satellites You can also view the tracked Galileo GIOVE A and GIOVE B test satellites for signal evaluation and test purposes This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Satellite Tracking Sky Plot gt Trimble Deens Satellites Skyplot Aas a Recelver Status WO Configuration lt lt OmnlSTAR EERTE RA ETES e 2010 06 10T15 00 312 UTC Network Configuration Security l re i i Firmware CC ProxRT 2 SN S0TFREI139 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 5 81 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Receiver Configuration menu Use the Receiver Configuration menu to configure settings such as elevation mask and PDOP mask the antenna types and height and the calibration and management of the stored configurations Appfiles This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Receiver Configuration Summary Say sy ProXRT 2 SN 5077K67139 Elevation Mask 15 Receiver Status PDOP Mask 99 Antenna ID 184 Antenna Type Zephyr Model 2 Antenna Measurement Method Botlom of antenna mount Antenna Height 0 034 m 4PPS On Off Disabled RTK Mode Low Latency Motion Kinematic CMR Input Filter Disabled Reference Latitude 0 O0 00 00000 N b Reference Longitude 0 00 00 00000 E LO Laue Reference Height 0 000 m Bluetooth Station Name OmniSTAR Ethernet IP 10
38. PS user guide E What is GLONASS Best practice guidelines for setting up the receiver m Collecting real time H Star data Differential correction explained GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 93 A Understanding GNSS What is GPS The Global Positioning System GPS is a global navigation satellite system GNSS that allows you to calculate your location anywhere in the world using satellite signals The GPS system was set up by the United States government and is a constellation of operational NAVSTAR satellites that orbit the earth every 12 hours This system provides worldwide all weather 24 hour time and position information Note To receive signals from GNSS satellites the antenna must have a clear view of the sky GNSS positions may not always be available particularly in or near buildings in vehicles or under tree canopy What is GLONASS The GLObal NAvigation Satellite System GLONASS is a global navigation satellite system GNSS that allows you to calculate your location using satellite signals The GLONASS system was developed by the former Soviet Union and is now operated for the Russian government by the Russian Space Forces Currently the Russian government aims to restore the system to provide global coverage by 2009 Note To receive signals from GNSS satellites the antenna must have a clear view of the sky GNSS positions may not always be available particularly in or near buildings in vehicl
39. Product limited warranty shall only apply in the event and to the extent that i the Product is properly and correctly installed configured interfaced maintained stored and operated in accordance with Trimble s applicable operator s manual and specifications and ii the Product is not modified or misused This Product limited warranty shall not apply to and Trimble shall not be responsible for defects or performance problems resulting from i the combination or utilization of the Product with hardware or software products information data systems interfaces or devices not made supplied or specified by Trimble ii the operation of the Product under any specification other than or in addition to Trimble s standard specifications for its products iii the unauthorized installation modification or use of the Product iv damage caused by accident lightning or other electrical discharge fresh or salt water immersion or spray outside of Product specifications or exposure to environmental conditions for which the Product is not intended v normal wear and tear on consumable parts e g batteries or vi cosmetic damage Trimble does not warrant or guarantee the results obtained through the use of the Product or Software or that software components will operate error free 4 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide NOTICE REGARDING PRODUCTS EQUIPPED WITH TECHNOLOGY CAPABLE OF TRACKING SATELLITE SIGNALS FROM SATELLITE B
40. RS networks and relays corrections from the source that you select An NTRIP server is an example of a broadcast server A radio wave having at least one characteristic such as frequency amplitude or phase that can be varied from a known reference value by modulation The frequency of the unmodulated fundamental output of a radio transmitter The GNSS L1 carrier frequency is 1575 42 MHz The L2 carrier frequency is 1227 6 MHz Carrier phase is the time taken for the L1 or L2 carrier signal generated by the satellite to reach the GNSS receiver Measuring the number of carrier waves between the satellite and receiver is a very accurate method of calculating the distance between them A wireless adaptor that connects a laptop computer or field computer to a cellular phone system for data transfer or real time corrections Cellular modems which contain their own antennas use Bluetooth wireless technology or plug into a PC Card slot or into the USB port of the computer and are available for a variety of wireless data services such as GPRS Compact Measurement Record A real time message format developed by Trimble for broadcasting corrections to other Trimble receivers CMR format is a more efficient alternative to RTCM correction messages but is not supported by all non Trimble receivers A datum is a mathematical model of the earths surface World geodetic datums are typically defined by the size and shape of an ellipsoid and the relatio
41. SBAS real time corrections For example if you are working in environments where obstacles may block the direct line of sight to the SBAS satellite there is less chance of signal loss if you are tracking more than one SBAS satellite The receiver tracks SBAS satellites according to your geographical location e Wide Area Augmentation System WAAS satellites are tracked in the Continental United States including Alaska and parts of Canada and Mexico e European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service EGNOS satellites are tracked in Europe e MTSAT Satellite based Augmentation System MSAS satellites are tracked in Japan You can configure the receiver to use particular SBAS satellites in the Integrated SBAS Settings form of the Trimble GNSS field software Select the Custom option in the Tracking Mode field and then enable or disable tracking for any specific satellite 56 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the GNSS receiver 4 To use SBAS corrections l Connect the receiver to the field computer that is running the GNSS field software For more information see Connecting to a field computer page 31 In the GNSS field software select Setup open the EES any Real time section and then tap the Setup button a In the Choice 1 field select Integrated SBAS Choice 1 fintegrated seas IGA To select particular satellites tap the Setup Choice 2 Use Uncorrected GPS bu
42. STAR corrections By default OmniSTAR tracking is turned off in the receiver To receive OmniSTAR corrections you must enable the receiver to track OmniSTAR satellites and it must have a valid OmniSTAR subscription To purchase a subscription for your receiver contact OmniSTAR at www OmniSTAR com North amp South America 1 888 883 8476 or 1 713 785 5850 Europe amp Northern Africa 31 70 317 0900 Australia amp Asia 61 8 9322 5295 Southern Africa 27 21 552 0535 This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select OmniSTAR Summary ProxRT 2 SN 5017K67139 OmniSTAR Summary Receiver Status Signal Source Recelver Co nfiguration P Frequency MHz 1537 4400 Bit Rate VO Configuration mz OmnlSTAR i 5 i eA Total unique word bits Network Configuration p Bad unique word bits Corrected Viterbi symbols 1629 C Estimated BER 4 30541e 05 VO ratio 385017 Unique words with bit errors GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 85 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Network Configuration menu Use the Network Configuration menu to configure Ethernet settings email alerts PPP connection HTTP port FTP port Dynamic DNS and VFD port settings of the receiver For information on the Ethernet settings see Configuring Ethernet settings page 64 The VED server enables you to connect to the receiver using an unsupported Trimble util
43. USER GUIDE GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver Trimble USER GUIDE GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver Version 2 00 Revision B June 2012 gt Trimble Trimble Navigation Limited 10355 Westmoor Drive Suite 100 Westminster CO 80021 USA www trimble com Legal Notices 2010 2012 Trimble Navigation Limited All rights reserved Trimble the Globe amp Triangle logo GPS Pathfinder and Nomad are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and in other countries GeoBeacon GPScorrect H Star TerraSync Tornado and VRS are trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited Microsoft Windows Windows Mobile Windows NT Windows Vista and Internet Explorer are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or other countries The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG Inc and any use of such marks by Trimble Navigation Limited is under license All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Release Notice This is the June 2012 release Revision B of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide It applies to Model 2 of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver and firmware version 4 15 Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions Product Limited Warranty Subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein Trimble Navigation Limited Trimble warrants that for a perio
44. Universal Time Coordinated UTC See UTC Upgrade to GLONASS option 14 16 60 61 Upgrade to NMEA option 16 use and care of receiver 17 Use GLONASS field 61 UTC 123 UTC Day Month and Year and Local Time Zone Offset message 118 UTC NMEA time values 103 V Vacuum Fluorescent Display 24 vehicle magnetic mount 16 31 velocity 123 voltage minimum required to charge internal batteries 21 VRS network connecting to 38 42 defined 123 real time correction source 37 VTG message 117 WwW WAAS 56 123 warnings AC adaptor 8 21 battery 8 20 Web Browser interface 63 WGS 84 definition 123 WinFlash utility 60 Z ZDA message 118 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Index 129 Index 130 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide NORTH amp SOUTH AMERICA Trimble Navigation Limited 10355 Westmoor Drive Suite 100 Westminster CO 80021 USA EUROPE AFRICA amp MIDDLE EAST Trimble Germany GmbH Am Prime Parc 11 65479 Raunheim GERMANY ASIA PACIFIC Trimble Navigation Singapore PTE Limited 80 Marine Parade Road 22 06 Parkway Parade Singapore 449269 SINGAPORE Trimble www trimble com
45. according to the instructions in the product documentation To charge the battery 1 Connect one end of the multiport adaptor to the 26 pin plug on the receiver 2 Connect the other end of the multiport adaptor to the AC adaptor 3 Connect the AC adaptor to an AC power outlet An international adaptor kit is provided with the receiver When the internal temperature of the receiver is greater than 50 C 122 F or less than 5 C 41 F the internal battery charger stops charging and the receiver s display shows Charger Disabled Temp Limited However the receiver still draws its power from the external DC source extending the operating time in the field When the external DC voltage is not able to support the power drain an X is displayed across the battery status icon on the front panel display which indicates that the internal charger is off Storing the Lithium ion battery If you must store a Lithium ion battery for long periods make sure that it is fully charged before it is stored and that you charge it at least once every three months while it is stored 22 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Getting Started 2 Do not allow a battery that is in storage to discharge to below 5 V A battery that reaches deep discharge level 5 V or less cannot be recharged and must be replaced To protect a battery that is in use from deep discharge the receiver switches power sources or stops drawing power when the batte
46. als are too weak or they do not have a differential correction and the receiver is set to wait for real time In the example shown here eight satellites are being tracked and seven of these satellites are being used to compute GNSS positions Note Numbers with no box represent satellites that are available but that the TerraSync software is not receiving signals from Satellites that have an R prefix are GLONASS satellites These satellites appear only if the receiver has the GLONASS option installed and the Use GLONASS option is enabled in the GPS Settings form For more information see Tracking GLONASS satellites page 60 Your current GNSS position is displayed at the bottom of the screen X Tip For detailed information on satellite positions and signal strengths use the Satellite information screen in the Status section To compute a three dimensional GNSS position you need a minimum of four satellites with good geometry When you switch on the receiver it automatically starts to track visible satellites and to calculate its current position If the receiver is computing GNSS positions the satellite icon in the Status bar and the number beside the icon are solid Note To compute a decimeter level three dimensional position using real time H Star technology the receiver must track at least five satellites that the base station is also tracking During dual constellation operation when using GPS and GLONASS the r
47. ational On some devices you must press the Connect button to make the device discoverable 68 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 You are prompted for a pairing password Enter 0000 and then click Next If entered successfully you should briefly see a success page in the wizard F Bluetooth Security Setup Bluetooth Pairing Paired devices exchange a secret key each time they connect This key is unique for each pair of devices itis used to verify identity and to encrypt the data that the devices exchange To complete the pairing process type the required passkey and then click Next If you doa not know the passkey see the instructions that came with ProXRT 4747K11285 Trimble The following dialog appears Bluetooth Service Selection Select the services you are interested in The following services are available through the selected Bluetooth Device Select the service that you want to access on the selected device Connect to this Service COMI Establish a virtual serial port connection with a remote Bluetooth device The connection can then be us pany Configure O com2 O coms GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 69 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 7 Select the required COM port on your office computer and then click Configure Think of Bluetooth as a cable replacement and this as the serial p
48. be leaking Battery fluid is corrosive and contact with it can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage If the battery leaks avoid contact with the battery fluid If battery fluid gets into your eyes immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention Do not rub your eyes If battery fluid gets onto your skin or clothing immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid A N WARNING Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium ion battery only in strict accordance with the instructions Charging or using the battery in unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or equipment damage To prevent injury or damage Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking Charge the Lithium ion battery only in a Trimble product that is specified to charge it Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the battery charger Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning odor Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it Use the battery only for its intended use and according to the instructions in the product documentation 8 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Contents Safety Information 0 0 2 nnen 7 Reg lations and Sdiety s s soes xieunon due ed hooey bobo a eee ay A E Ga we aes 7 Tye apprOVdl bee
49. ber that you will use to connect to the server GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 41 3 Connecting to Other Equipment g Ifyou are connecting to a VRS network through a broadcast server tap the Setup button beside the Source field The GNSS field software attempts to establish a connection to the broadcast server If the connection is successtul the Select Server form appears Select the server that you want to use and then tap OK to return to the External Source Settings form h Ifyou selected a VRS network that requires authentication the Name and Password fields appear Enter the user name and password that you obtained from the service provider i From the Connection Control field select Auto if you want the GNSS field software to automatically establish and end connections to the VRS network as necessary Manual it you want to connect or disconnect only when you tap Ext Source in the Setup screen j Tap OK to confirm the settings and return to the Real time Settings form 5 Tap OK to confirm the real time settings and return to the main screen of the Setup section If you selected Auto in the Connection Control field the Ext Source button is depressed and the software attempts to connect to the server 6 Ifyou selected Manual in the Connection Control field tap the Ext Source button that appears below the Status bar in the Setup section to connect the Trimble GNSS field software to the
50. ccuracy better than 10cms The HP XP service does not rely on local reference stations for its signal but utilizes a global satellite monitoring network For GLONASS corrections G2 is an optional service to HP and XP PDOP Position DOP indicates the three dimensional geometry of the satellites Other DOP values include HDOP Horizontal DOP and VDOP Vertical DOP which indicate the accuracy of horizontal measurements latitude and longitude and vertical measurements respectively PDOP is related to HDOP and VDOP as follows PDOP2 HDOP2 VDOP2 Using a maximum PDOP value is ideal for situations where both vertical and horizontal precision are important Postprocessing is the processing of satellite data after it has been collected in order to eliminate error This involves using computer software to compare data from the rover with data collected at the base station Also known as real time differential correction Real time differential GPS is the process of correcting GNSS data as you collect it Corrections are calculated at a base station and then sent to the receiver through a radio link As the rover receives the position it applies the corrections to give you a very accurate position in the field A rover is any mobile GNSS receiver that is used to collect or update data in the field typically at an unknown location Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services A commission established to define a differential data li
51. ce for GNSS EGNOS is the European equivalent of WAAS which is available in the United States The angle below which the receiver will not track satellites Normally set to 10 degrees to avoid interference problems caused by buildings and trees atmospheric issues and multipath errors An ellipsoid is the three dimensional shape that is used as the basis for mathematically modeling the earths surface The ellipsoid is defined by the lengths of the minor and major axes The earths minor axis is the polar axis and the major axis is the equatorial axis A list of predicted accurate positions or locations of satellites as a function of time A set of numerical parameters that can be used to determine a satellite s position Available as broadcast ephemeris or as postprocessed precise ephemeris The measurement interval of a GNSS receiver for example a GNSS position may be calculated every second 120 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide feature field computer firmware GLONASS GNSS GSOF HDOP H Star technology International Terrestrial Reference Frame LI L2 MSAS multipath NAD 27 Glossary A feature is a physical object or event that has a location in the real world which you want to collect position and or descriptive information about Features can be classified as points lines or areas For example a road sign is a point feature a road is a line feature and a park is an area feature In th
52. ch must be left slightly open during operation 4 Place and secure the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver and the field computer in a convenient location in the vehicle 5 Use a cable or Bluetooth wireless technology to connect the receiver to the field computer For more information see Connecting to a field computer below Connecting to a field computer You can operate a GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver with a field computer such as a handheld device a Tablet PC or a laptop that is running supported GNSS field software For a list of supported GNSS field software see page 50 Typically the receiver and the field computer operate from their own individual power sources Note The supported GNSS field software does not turn on or turn off the receiver when connecting or disconnecting to the receiver Remember to turn off the receiver to save battery power when you disconnect from the receiver or close the GNSS field software You can connect the field computer to the receiver using Bluetooth wireless technology or using the cables provided with the receiver Note Trimble recommends that you use a cabled connection to the field computer when using the ProXRT receiver in a backpack and a Bluetooth wireless connection when the field computer and the ProXRT receiver are both pole mounted Note The rest of this section assumes that the field computer you are using is powered by the Windows Mobile operating system GPS Pathfind
53. click the relevant link GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 59 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver Tracking GLONASS satellites If you purchase the Upgrade to GLONASS option the receiver can track satellites that are part of the GLONASS system GLObal NAvigation Satellite System Tracking GLONASS satellites as well as GPS satellites can improve productivity by reducing the time required to achieve real time decimeter or subfoot solutions and increasing the amount of data collected particularly in tough environments such as around tall buildings and under heavy tree canopy Note To use GLONASS satellites in the solution the base station must also be able to track GLONASS satellites To purchase the Upgrade to GLONASS option contact your Trimble reseller After purchase you must install the Upgrade to GLONASS option onto the receiver and then configure the GNSS field software to use GLONASS satellites Installing the Upgrade to GLONASS option After purchasing the Upgrade to GLONASS option install the option onto the receiver using the WinFlash utility and the steps below For more information refer to the WinFlash Help The WinFlash utility runs on Windows 95 98 Windows NT 2000 Me XP or Windows Vista operating systems The utility is available for download from the Trimble website Downloading the WinFlash utility 1 Goto the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver technical support page www trimble com pathfinder
54. ct the field computer to the Internet For more information see http www trimble com tdl3g shtml To connect to a Bluetooth enabled phone using a Bluetooth DUN Dialup Networking connection you must 1 Connect the field computer to the receiver 2 Connect the field computer to a Bluetooth enabled phone and then configure the connection to the dialup network 3 Connect to the Internet using the dialup network 4 Configure the GNSS field software to use real time corrections received from the Internet source Note Before you begin the steps below Trimble recommends that you confirm that the phone can access the Internet directly If necessary contact the cellular phone provider and confirm whether you must enter a user name password and domain details when connecting an external device to the phone using Bluetooth dialup networking Step 1 Connecting the field computer to the receiver Connect the field computer to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver using either Bluetooth wireless technology or a cabled connection For more information see Connecting to a field computer page 31 38 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Step 2 Connecting the field computer to the phone and configuring the connection to the dialup network 1 Make sure that the field computer and the phone are within five meters of each other and that the Bluetooth radio in each device is turned on 2 On t
55. d gets onto your skin or clothing immediately use clean water to wash off the battery fluid 20 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Getting Started 2 Battery performance To optimize battery performance and extend battery life e Fully charge all new batteries before use e Batteries perform best when they are not used at extreme temperatures The receiver is designed to operate at 40 C to 65 C 40 F to 149 F However operation at temperatures of less than 0 C 32 F can cause a rapid drop in operating time e The Lithium ion batteries are rated to operate from 20 C to 48 C 4 F to 118 F e Do not allow a battery that is in storage to discharge to below 5 V Note The supported GNSS field software does not turn on or turn off the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver when connecting or disconnecting to the receiver Remember to turn off the receiver to save battery power when you disconnect from the receiver or close the GNSS field software Charging the Lithium ion battery The rechargeable Lithium ion battery is supplied partially charged Charge the battery completely before using it for the first time If the battery has been stored for longer than three months charge it before use The internal battery charges fully in 8 hours when connected to a suitable power source A N WARNING To use AC adaptors safely Use only the AC adaptor intended for the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver U
56. d of 1 year from date of purchase this Trimble product the Product will substantially conform to Trimble s publicly available specifications for the Product and that the hardware and any storage media components of the Product will be substantially free from defects in materials and workmanship Warranty Remedies Ifthe Trimble Product fails during the warranty period for reasons covered by this limited warranty and you notify Trimble of such failure during the warranty period Trimble will repair OR replace the nonconforming Product with new equivalent to new or reconditioned parts or Product OR refund the Product purchase price paid by you at Trimbles option upon your return of the Product in accordance with Trimble s product return procedures then in effect How to Obtain Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for the Product please contact your Trimble dealer Alternatively you may contact Trimble to request warranty service at 1 408 481 6940 24 hours a day or email your request to trimble_support trimble com Please be prepared to provide your name address and telephone numbers proof of purchase acopy of this Trimble warranty adescription of the nonconforming Product including the model number and an explanation of the problem The customer service representative may need additional information from you depending on the nature of the problem Warranty Exclusions and Disclaimer This
57. d the Trimble GPScorrect extension Use the ArcPad software to collect and maintain GIS and GNSS data and use the GPScorrect extension to connect to configure and control the receiver Other GNSS field applications You can use the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver with a custom application developed using the Trimble GPS Pathfinder Tools Software Development Kit SDK 50 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the GNSS receiver 4 Configuring the GNSS field software to connect to the receiver The receiver has two physical serial COM ports and three Bluetooth COM ports for communicating with software on the field computer and with external devices COM1 is the serial cable Lemo port COM2 is the DB9 port This port is available when the multiport adaptor is connected to the 26 pin port on the receiver COM1 COM2 and the Bluetooth COM ports are standard serial ports that connect to external devices You can use any of the COM ports to connect the receiver to supported GNSS field software or to input real time corrections For more information see Chapter 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Using the GNSS field software Connect the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to a field computer running the GNSS field software and use the software to do some or all of the following e check the current GNSS status e configure settings such as GNSS real time correction and antenna settings e configure data logging settings
58. ddress screen displays as 169 254 1 0 You may see this for several minutes while the receiver automatically obtains the details it requires from the network 64 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 Configuring the receiver using a web browser This section describes how to configure the receiver using the web browser The web browser requires a computer running a web browser The computer must be connected to the receiver in one of the following ways e Peer to peer using Ethernet cross over cable or Bluetooth wireless technology e Through a Local Area Network LAN e Through the Internet Supported browsers e Google Chrome e Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 00 or later for Windows operating systems e Mozilla Firefox version 1 07 or later version 1 50 or later is recommended for Windows Macintosh and Linux operating systems e Opera version 10 e Apple Safari version 4 0 Connecting to the receiver using a web browser Ifthe receiver is connected to a network you can open up a web browser and connect directly to the receiver 1 Enter the IP address of your receiver see Configuring Ethernet settings page 64 into the address bar of the web browser as shown E e R Trimble 2010 06 10710 51 38Z Windows Internet Explorer Ii http f 10 2 208 6 r io GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 65 5 Configuring the Receiver Usi
59. differential data 12 Differential reference station ID Mode indicator A variable length valid character field type with the first two characters currently defined the first indicates the use of GPS satellites the second the use of GLONASS satellites Future satellite systems would be added on the right GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 109 C NMEA 0183 Output GRS GPS range residuals An example of the GRS message string is shown below Table C 6 describes the message fields GPGRS 220320 0 0 0 8 0 2 0 1 0 2 0 8 0 6 55 Table C 6 GRS message fields Field Meaning 0 Message ID GPGRS 1 UTC time of the GGA position fix 2 Residuals 0 Residuals used to calculate the position given in the matching GGA line 1 Residuals recomputed after the GGA position was computed 3 14 Range residuals for satellites used in the navigation solution in meters 110 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide GSA NMEA 0183 Output C GPS DOP and active satellites An example of the GSA message string is shown below Table C 7 describes the message fields GPGSA lt 1 gt lt 2 gt lt 3 gt lt 3 gt 3 lt 3 gt lt 3 gt lt 3 gt lt 4 gt lt 5 gt lt 6 gt lt 7 gt lt CR gt lt LF gt Table C 7 GSA message fields Field Meaning 0 Message ID GPGSA 1 Mode 1 M manual A automatic 2 Mode 2 Fix type 1 not available 2 2D 3 3D 3 PRN number 01 through 32 for GPS 33 to 64 for SBAS 64 for GLO
60. e GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver documentation a field computer is any portable computer such as a handheld device a laptop or a Tablet PC running the GNSS field software The program inside the receiver that controls receiver operations and hardware Global Orbiting Navigation Satellite System GLONASS is a Soviet space based navigation system comparable to the American GPS system The operational system consists of 21 operational and 3 non operational satellites in 3 orbit planes Global Navigation Satellite System Types of GNSS include GPS and GLONASS General Serial Output Format A Trimble proprietary message format Horizontal Dilution of Precision HDOP is a DOP value that indicates the accuracy of horizontal measurements Other DOP values include VDOP vertical DOP and PDOP Position DOP Using a maximum HDOP is ideal for situations where vertical precision is not particularly important and your position yield would be decreased by the vertical component of the PDOP for example if you are collecting data under canopy H Star technology is a Trimble patented technology allowing the collection of high accuracy GNSS data A GNSS receiver that has H Star technology logs L1 data or if used with an external dual frequency antenna logs L1 and L2 data Real time H Star technology uses corrections from an external source to provide decimeter accuracy in the field Postprocessed H Star technology uses base data from multiple base stati
61. e connect to a real time correction source e collect features e navigate to existing features For more information refer to the rest of this chapter and the documentation for the GNSS field software A N CAUTION Do not use the front panel of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to configure the receiver settings Any settings you configure are reset the next time you connect to the receiver from the GNSS field software and using the front panel to reconfigure settings during data collection may cause problems with your data To avoid this issue always configure the receiver using the GNSS field software GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 51 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver Viewing current GNSS status Cai eee SC In the Status section use the graphical Skyplot screen or the Satellite Info screen in the GNSS field software to view detailed GPS and GLONASS information Note To receive signals from GPS and GLONASS 20 _ satellites the antenna must have a clear view of the sky GNSS positions may not always be available particularly 05 oF tam N ENEH m E in or near buildings in vehicles or under tree canopy 341m HAE POOP 1 50 WGS 1964 Filled black boxes represent satellites that the receiver Productivity Precision is using to compute its current GNSS position Unfilled lt white boxes represent satellites that the receiver is getting signals from but is not using because the sign
62. e part of the GLONASS system GLObal NAvigation Satellite System Tracking GLONASS satellites as well as GPS satellites can improve productivity by reducing the time required to achieve real time decimeter or subfoot solutions and increasing the amount of data collected particularly in tough environments such as around tall buildings and under heavy tree canopy For more information about the Upgrade to GLONASS option see Tracking GLONASS satellites page 60 e Bluetooth wireless technology The receiver has integrated Bluetooth wireless technology for cable free configuration and operation with a field computer on a range pole In addition you can connect a Bluetooth enabled external radio or cellular phone to access real time corrections from an external radio or the Internet Note Trimble recommends that you use a cabled connection to the field computer when using the ProXRT receiver in a backpack and a Bluetooth wireless connection when the field computer and the ProXRT receiver are both pole mounted e Internal all day battery The receiver has a long life integrated battery which typically provides 13 hours of power between charges 14 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Introduction 1 Optional NMEA 0183 message ouput If you purchase the NMEA 0183 message ouput option the receiver can output NMEA data for use with third party software or devices The desired NMEA output messages can be selected using the receiv
63. eady open tap E94 Settings Connections Connections 2 Below My ISP tap Manage existing connections 3 Tap and hold the connection you want to use and then select Connect 4 Unless the phone provider confirmed that you must enter user name password and domain settings to access the Internet tap OK on the left softkey without entering any information in this screen Otherwise enter the required information and then tap OK on the left softkey 5 Ifthe phone prompts you for confirmation to connect to the Internet accept the connection The phone dials the configured GPRS access number and then connects to the Internet A Connectivity notification appears on the field computer as the connection is being made After the connection is made you are returned to the My ISP screen To confirm that the field computer is connected to the phone or to check the status of the connection at any time tap the Connectivity icon eg in the title bar The notification shows the name of the current connection and the connection status To hide the notification tap Hide 40 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Note If you have an active wireless LAN connection the connectivity icon appears as instead 6 Tap OK in the top right corner of the screen to close the My ISP screen 7 Tap OK in the top right corner to close the Connections screen 8 Tap E in the top right corner to close the Set
64. eal time differential correction the base station calculates and broadcasts the error for each satellite as each measurement is received enabling you to apply corrections while in the field and collect accurate GNSS data Real time differential corrections are available from a variety of public and commercial sources They can be generated and broadcast in real time by privately or self owned base providers or by a wide range of government agencies 96 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Understanding GNSS A Real time differential correction sources include external beacon and radio sources Satellite Based Augmentation Systems SBAS such as WAAS in the US and EGNOS in Europe OmniSTAR differential correction services and VRS networks SBAS OmniSTAR services and VRS networks use multiple reference stations in the network to calculate the corrections that are then delivered to the receiver from a Geostationary satellite SBAS satellite signal OmniSTAR or from a radio or cellular phone VRS networks Factors that affect real time corrected accuracy include how often the corrections are updated how far you are from the reference station and whether the coordinate system used by the correction source matches the coordinate system used by the GNSS receiver Postprocessed differential correction With postprocessed differential correction the collected GNSS data is transferred to an office computer and measurements from the refer
65. eceiver must track at least six satellites 52 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the GNSS receiver 4 Ensuring the accuracy of your GNSS data The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver is a high performance GNSS receiver that calculates very accurate GNSS positions The list below identifies the most important settings and techniques that you can use in the field to improve the accuracy of your data Note The list is in order of most important to least important 1 Use real time differential corrections If more than one real time differential correction source is available to you use the one that provides the more accurate corrections For more information see Connecting to an integrated real time differential correction source page 53 and Connecting to an external differential correction source page 37 2 Ifyou are using TerraSync software to collect data use accuracy based logging For more information see page 57 3 Configure the GNSS settings for the receiver to increase the precision of your data and to minimize the effect of atmospheric interference and poor satellite geometry For more information see page 58 4 Make sure that the data collection software is configured to log H Star data by default For more information see page 59 5 Plan GNSS data collection around the times of the day when satellite geometry is best For more information see page 59 Connecting to an integrated real time d
66. eceiver User Guide Getting Started In this chapter Batteries and power Keypad and display Rear connectors Receiver operation overview CHAPTER This chapter provides the information you need to get up and running with the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 19 2 Getting Started Batteries and power The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver uses an internal rechargeable Lithium ion battery which can be replaced only at an authorized Trimble Service Center The receiver can also be powered by an external power source that is connected to the Lemo or modem port The operational time provided by the internal battery depends on the type of measurement and operating conditions Typically the internal battery provides 13 hours of operation time Note All battery operation tests are carried out with new fully charged batteries at room temperature and full receiver configuration operational Older batteries at temperatures significantly higher or lower than room temperature will have a reduced performance External power The receiver uses an external power source in preference to its internal batteries If the receiver is not connected to an external power source or if the external power supply fails the internal batteries are used Note The life of the battery can be significantly shortened if power is constantly supplied to the receiver To avoid this issue connect the receiver t
67. ellite Estimate of bias in meters on most likely failed satellite Standard deviation of bias estimates o CO NI OAJ Ww The checksum data always begins with 1Expected error in meters due to bias with noise 0 106 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide GGA NMEA 0183 Output C Time Position and Fix Related Data An example of the GGA message string is shown below Table C 3 describes the message fields Note The following data string exceeds the NMEA standard length GPGGA 172814 0 3723 46587704 N 12202 26957864 W 2 6 1 2 18 893 M 25 669 M 2 0 0031 4F Table C 3 GGA message fields Field Meaning 0 MessageID GPGGA 1 UTC of position fix 2 Latitude 3 Direction of latitude 0 oOo N North S South A Longitude 5 Direction of longitude E East W West 6 GPS Quality indicator 0 Fix not valid 1 GPS fix 2 Differential GPS fix OmniSTAR VBS 4 Real Time Kinematic fixed integers 5 Real Time Kinematic float integers OmniSTAR XP HP or Location RTK 7 Number of SVs in use range from 00 through to 24 8 HDOP 9 Orthometricheight MSLreference 410 M unitof measure for orthometricheight is meters 11 s Geoid separation 142 M geoid separation is measured in meters 13 Age of differential GPS data record Type 1 or Type 9 Null field when DGPS is _ not used 14 Reference station ID ranging from 0000 through 1023 A null field when any _ reference station ID is selected and no correc
68. em Professional Edition version 2002 installed 66 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 1 On the office computer open the Control Panel Open Bluetooth Configuration and go to the Client Applications tab The following dialog appears F Bluetooth Configuration General Accessibility Local Services Client Applications Diagnostics Specify how this computer will access services on other Bluetooth devices Double click an application name to set its security and edit tts properties Application Hame Secure Connection COM Fort Bluetooth Imaging Required Human Intertace Device Moot Required Printer Required Audio Gateway Required Headset Required Pld Synchronization Required Fas Required File Transfer Required Pliki ltem Transher Required Dial up Networking Required Network Access Required Bluetooth Serial Port Not Required COM Add COM port Delete COM port 2 Make sure that there is at least one Bluetooth Serial Port To add a port click Add COM port and then follow the steps through the wizard Name the COM port appropriately and clear the Secure Connection check box Click OK to close the Bluetooth Configuration dialog 3 Add a Bluetooth device click Start All Programs My Bluetooth Places My Bluetooth Places File Edit View Bluetooth Favorites Tools Help b Back I 5 Cy i Rae Fact Ta oe P Search TE Folders Addres
69. ence station are downloaded Postprocessing software such as the GPS Pathfinder Office software or the Trimble GPS Analyst extension for ESRI ArcGIS Desktop software is used to differentially correct the collected data Note For versions of the GPS Pathfinder Office software earlier than 4 20 when the Auto option is selected it is possible that autonomous or real time corrected positions that were calculated in the field may fail to be corrected during postprocessing This is because positions in the field are calculated using both GLONASS and GPS measurements but the postprocessed positions are calculated using GPS measurements only If you require every GNSS position in the field to have a matching postprocessed position in the office select No in the Use GLONASS field For GPS Pathfinder Office software version 4 20 and later the postprocessing engine supports GLONASS positions Typically postprocessed differential correction uses only one base station However when differentially correcting data collected with GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receivers using H Star technology you can select multiple base stations to correct the file against for improved accuracy Factors that affect the accuracy of postprocessed differential correction include the type of receiver and antenna used at the reference station the distance between the base station and the location where the rover data was collected the accuracy of the base station position and the l
70. epoch 120 estimated accuracy 58 Ethernet settings 64 Europe 126 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide notices to users 5 external power 21 F feature 121 field computer connecting to 31 36 definition 121 firmware 121 full reset 90 G GLONASS satellite tracking 52 60 62 91 GNSS 94 121 about 49 93 field software 50 satellite signals 52 94 viewing status 51 GNSS field software configuring data collection settings 25 57 59 configuring OmniSTAR correction source 55 configuring SBAS correction source 57 connecting to external correction sources 47 connecting to Internet correction source 41 connecting to receiver 34 35 36 connecting to VRS network 41 GLONASS satellite tracking 62 97 98 supported 50 GNSS quality settings 58 GPRS access number 39 40 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver accessories 16 button functions 25 components 15 connectors 27 display 24 26 keypad 24 troubleshooting 90 use and care 17 GPS Pathfinder Tools SDK 50 GPS Receiver Port field 34 35 36 GSA message 105 106 108 109 110 GSOF 121 GST message 112 GSV message 113 114 H Star data logging 53 59 H Star technology 97 121 installing GNSS field software 50 Upgrade to GLONASS option 60 internal batteries minimum power to charge 21 operating time 20 ITRF 121 K keypad 24 L L1 frequency 121 L2 frequency 121 latitude NMEA field format 103 limits imposed by COCOM 17 Lithium ion battery charging 21 dis
71. er ProXRT Receiver User Guide 31 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Connecting the field computer using Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology is an industry standard specification that eliminates the need for cables between Bluetooth enabled devices The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver s integrated Bluetooth radio is always on and discoverable This means that when you turn on the receiver it can always be detected by other devices when they scan To connect a field computer to the receiver using Bluetooth wireless technology you must 1 Connect the field computer to the receiver 2 Configure the COM port on the field computer to use for the connection 3 Configure the GNSS field software to connect to the receiver Step 1 Connecting the field computer to the receiver 1 Connect one end of the antenna cable to the TNC connector on the rear of the receiver and the other end of the cable to the antenna 2 Turn on the receiver 3 Make sure that the Bluetooth radio in the field computer is turned on tap Settings Connections Wireless Manager 4 On the field computer tap H Settings Connections Bluetooth 32 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 5 Inthe Devices tab tap Add new device or New ON es a PA Tap Add mew device to search for other The field computer searches for other Bluetooth Boao chnioar Tan on a device roii its settings dev
72. er User Guide 79 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface German de Swedish sv Italian it Receiver Status menu The Receiver Status menu provides a quick link to review the receiver s available options current firmware version IP address temperature runtime satellites tracked current outputs available memory position information and more This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Receiver Status Identity iN 50717K67139 Trimble ProxRT 2 Receiver Status Identity _ System Name Trimble ___ gt 6017 K67135 DNS Resolved Name NONE CERITA or Firmware Version 4 15 Firmware Date 2010 04 07 Satellites Monitor Version 448 Receiver Configuration Hanham Version 22 io contgeraton Bluetooth System Name Trimble ox omnistat Network Configuration E Gopprighe 2006 3090 Trimis Manigation Litited A righ Trimis end che Globe Thesgie lege ma reimana od Tannie hpigaien Lier negenarari im pe Linineae Gis Fanart sari g Tree CHi anp cima eE EVEREST Also DEST Ej Dah Gerdes HE Pade sg SECU rity bl Terrie Seeger bem AN wi beet ee i ita l r ees eo Firmware 80 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Satellites menu Use the Satellites menu to view satellite tracking details and enable disable GPS GLONASS and SBAS WAAS EG
73. er of the transmission equipment independent from the operation or licensing of the units Some countries have unique technical requirements for operation in particular radio modem frequency bands To comply with those requirements Trimble may have modified your equipment to be granted Type approval Unauthorized modification of the units voids the Type approval the warranty and the operational license of the equipment Exposure to radio frequency radiation The radiated output power of the internal Bluetooth wireless radio is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits Nevertheless the wireless radio should be used in such a manner that the Trimble receiver is 20 cm or further from the human body The internal wireless radio operates within guidelines found in radio frequency safety standards and recommendations which reflect the consensus of the scientific community Trimble therefore believes that the internal wireless radio is safe for use The level of energy emitted is far less than the electromagnetic energy emitted by wireless devices such as cellular phones However the use of wireless radios may be restricted in some situations or environments such as on aircraft If you are unsure of restrictions you are encouraged to ask for authorization before turning on the wireless radio GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 7 Safety Information AC adaptor safety A N WARNING To use AC adaptors safely Use only the A
74. er s Web Browser Interface which is also activated when this option is installed The Web Browser Interface also enables you to view the tracked Galileo GIOVE A and GIOVE B test satellites for signal evaluation and test purposes For more information about the Web Browser Interface see Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface For more information on configuring the NMEA 0183 output options refer to the I O Configuration menu section What s in the box When you receive the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver check that you have received all the components as shown in Figure 1 1 The standard components are shown below GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver Hard carry case Serial cable Lemo Null modem cable Tornado antenna p Multiport adaptor Antenna cable AC adaptor and International adaptor ki User Guide CD Figure 1 1 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver components GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 15 1 Introduction Inspect all contents for visible damage scratches or dents If any components appear damaged notify the shipping carrier Keep the shipping and packaging material for the carriers inspection Accessories The following optional accessories are available e Backpack e Range pole e Range pole bracket e Vehicle magnetic mount e Upgrade to GLONASS option software e Upgrade to NMEA option software For more information go to the Trimble website at www trimble com Su
75. es or under tree canopy Best practice guidelines for setting up the receiver For good receiver operation observe the following equipment setup guidelines e Use the GNSS antenna in a location that has a clear line of sight to the sky in all directions To maximize accuracy and productivity avoid using the antenna near vertical obstructions such as buildings deep cuttings site vehicles towers or tree canopy GNSS rovers and the base station receive the same satellite signals from the same satellites The system needs four common satellites to provide differentially corrected positions and five common satellites to provide decimeter real time H Star positions e Place the GNSS antenna as high as possible to minimize multipath from the surrounding area The receiver must have a clear line of sight to the sky at all times during operation 94 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Understanding GNSS A GNSS satellites are constantly moving Because you cannot measure at a specific location now does not mean that you will not be able to measure there later when satellite coverage at the location improves Use GNSS planning software to identify the daily best and worst satellite coverage times for your location and then choose measurement times that coincide with optimal GNSS performance This is especially important when operating in the worst GNSS locations You can use the Plan form in the Status section of the TerraSync software to
76. es and be better able to calculate a GNSS position The stricter the GNSS quality settings the more precise the GNSS positions that are calculated Note If you are using the TerraSync software Trimble recommends that you use accuracy based logging to control the quality of the GNSS positions logged Use the default GNSS quality settings and let the TerraSync software manage the logging of positions based on your required accuracy For more information see Using accuracy based logging page 57 By default the receiver is configured to receive satellite signals in most conditions 58 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the GNSS receiver 4 To open the GPS Settings form do one of the following e Tap GPS Settings in the Setup section e Tap in the Skyplot Satellite Info or Plan in the Status section For more information on manually configuring GNSS quality settings refer to the documentation for the GNSS field software Logging H Star carrier data When you are using a GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver BF cheery Trimble GNSS field software logs H Star carrier data by default When you log carrier data the GNSS receiver logs additional data as well as GNSS position records The Logging Settings OK Cancel additional data is used during postprocessing to improve antenna Height 1 000m the accuracy of the GNSS positions Log Carrier Data In the TerraSync software versions 4 10 and later
77. for the GPS Pathfinder m Date of manufacture ProXRT receiver m China ROHS information table GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 99 B China RoHS Information Date of manufacture The date of manufacture is coded into the serial number of the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver The serial number structure is YYWWLNNNNN Where e YY year of manufacture Gregorian calendar year minus 1960 e WW week of manufacture week number e L manufacturing location e NNNNN sequential number of unit Example serial number 4808501234 e Yearofmanufacture 4808501234 2008 e Week of manufacture 4808501234 week number 8 China RoHS information table F RoHS HEEK ABA EMR ICA Hazardous substances and elements Compounds Biphenyls Diphenyl Ethers Friendly Use Cr6 PBB PBDE Period O BRAGA EYAL Blt A IIAP PATA BATE SJ T11363 2006 te HAVE HIRE BERLE Fo O Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in S T11363 2006 Xs ENA EN FALE ABS ES ALLIES BEL ST T 11363 2006 WEE HR EER Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 P lt 100 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide NMEA 0183 Output In this appendix m NMEA 0183 message overview m Common message elements m NMEA me
78. he field computer tap By Settings Connections Connections 3 Below My ISP tap Add a new modem connection 4 Enter the name for the connection For example PEP a BERG enter the name of the phone or the VRS network that you will connect to 5 From the Select a Modem dropdown list select Bluetooth and then tap Next on the right softkey 6 Ifthe phone you want to connect to is listed go to Step 7 below not listed a Tap Add new device or New Partnership The field computer searches for other Bluetooth devices and displays them in the list Cancel b From the list of available devices select the phone you want to connect to and then tap Next on the right softkey c To pair with the phone enter a passcode of your choice that you will easily remember onto the field computer and then tap Next on the right softkey d When prompted by the phone enter the same password and then accept the connection e On the field computer in the Partnership Settings screen make sure that Dialup Networking DUN is selected and then tap Finish on the right softkey Note To get to the Partnership Settings screen select Settings Connections Bluetooth Tap and hold the connected phone or modem and then tap Edit Make sure that Dialup Networking is selected and then tap the Save softkey You have now created a partnership between the field computer and the phone so that they can communicate 7 From the My
79. he other computer you are connecting to Type the name of the other computer in the following box Computer Name Frox AT on Coml The name you type here will be the name of the connection you are creating 74 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 7 Select the correct COM port from the list and then click Next F New Connection Wizard Select a Device This ts the device that will be used to make the connection Select a device Communications Fort COM Communications Port COM Communications Port COM11 Communications Port COM 2 Communications Port COM Communications Port COM Direct Parallel LPT1 8 Specify who can use the connection and then click Next F Hew Connection Wizard Connection Availability You can make the new connection available to any user or only to yourself A connection that is created for your use only is saved in your User account and ie nat available unless You are logged on Create this connection for O Anyone s use Ce My use only GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 75 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 9 Click Finish F New Connection Wizard Completing the New Connection Wizard Tou have successfully completed the steps needed to create the following connection ProxAT on Com The connection will be saved in the Network Connections
80. his figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Security Configuration ka E S Trimble ProXRT 2 SN SO1TRKG7139 Hie Security Configuration Receiver Status Security Enable Satellites Ox Receiver Configuration VO Configuration Delete Username Edit User File Download File Delete Receiver Config NTripCaster Bluetooth a admin OmnlSTAR Toru Add User Security Sumas Lise me a Password _ Change Password gt Verify Pa Edit User Fle Download File Delete Receiver Config NTripCaster Oo z E o Fimware Help GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 87 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Firmware menu Use the Firmware menu to verify the current firmware and load new firmware to the receiver You can upgrade firmware across a network or from a remote location without having to connect to the receiver with a serial cable This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Firmware S gt Trimble ProXRT 2 SN 5017K67139 Install New Firmware Firmware Warranty Date 2010 06 01 Receiver Status Active Firmware Version 4 15 Active Firmware Date 2010 04 07 Active Firmware Checksum 7 c19bfbd Receiver Configuration VO Configuration IL lerre OmnisSTAR Network Configuration Stalus Idle Firmware i i E spij i i SS E T EISE h FW Upgrade Check e
81. hrough an external cellular phone or an external radio that is connected to the receiver either by Bluetooth wireless technology or by means of a cable Configure the Trimble GNSS field software to use the real time corrections received from the external correction source The correction stream from an SBAS WAAS EGNOS MSAS or an OmniSTAR service is broadcast through geostationary satellites and detected by the GNSS antenna itself No external radio or base station is required Configure the GNSS field software to use the real time corrections received from the SBAS or OmniSTAR service Note To receive OmniSTAR corrections you must purchase a subscription to an OmniSTAR service For more information see Using OmniSTAR real time corrections page 53 28 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide CHAPTER Connecting to Other Equipment In this chapter This chapter explains how to mount the receiver on a range pole or backpack and how to connect the receiver to external equipment including a m Connecting to a field computer field computer and external real time differential correction sources m Mounting the receiver m Connecting to an external differential correction source The chapter covers connections using cables or Bluetooth wireless technology GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 29 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Mounting the receiver Mounting the receiver on a range pole 1 Attach the two range pole
82. ices and displays them in the list Add new device 6 From the list of available devices select the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver and then tap Next on the right softkey The Enter Passcode screen appears 7 Tap Next without entering a passcode 8 If prompted to add the device to your device list tap No The Partnership Settings screen appears 9 Ifrequired change the name of the device in the Display Name field 10 Select the Serial Port check box Depending on the Windows Mobile operating system version this may appear automatically or you may need to select the Advanced right softkey or tap the connected GNSS receiver again Then tap Save or Finish on the right softkey 11 Tap OK in the top right corner of the screen to close the Bluetooth application 12 Tap E in the top right corner to close the Settings screen You have now created a partnership between the field computer and the other Bluetooth enabled device so that they can communicate Step 2 Configuring the COM port to use on the field computer 1 Onthe field computer tap Q Settings Connections Bluetooth Tap the COM Ports tab 2 3 Tap New Outgoing Port at Settinns Bs ok 4 Select the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver and After pairing with a device to set up a COM then tap Next on the right softkey port top Hew Outgoing Port For other options tap and hold an existing port 5 Select the COM port on the field computer to use
83. ifferential correction source Use a real time differential correction source to give you better accuracy as you collect data For more information on e collecting data using H Star technology see Collecting real time H Star data page 96 e how real time differential correction works see Differential correction explained page 96 The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver has an integrated OmniSTAR receiver and an integrated SBAS receiver for easy connection to an OmniSTAR differential correction service see below or an SBAS system see page 56 Note To connect to an external real time differential correction source such as a VRS network or GeoBeacon receiver or to configure the GNSS field software to use corrections from an external real time differential correction source see Connecting to an external differential correction source page 37 Using OmniSTAR real time corrections The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver can use OmniSTAR differential correction messages to improve the accuracy and integrity of GNSS data OmniSTAR differential correction messages provide valid corrections over a large area GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 53 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver To receive and decode these messages you must subscribe to an OmniSTAR differential correction service Currently the levels of service offered are HP High Performance achieves better than 10 centimeters XP achieves better than 20 centimeters VBS Virt
84. ilure Trimble s warranty as set out in the user manual accompanying this statement or as described in the warranty card accompanying the Product you purchased is in addition to any mandatory rights and remedies that you may have under the Australian Consumer Law Official Language THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS IS ENGLISH IN THE EVENT OF A CONFLICT BETWEEN ENGLISH AND OTHER LANGUAGE VERSIONS THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE SHALL CONTROL Notices Class B Statement Notice to Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules and Part 90 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communication However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
85. in 15 minutes The first time a receiver is put into service or after a long period of storage it may take up to 30 minutes for the receiver to accumulate all the required information from the OmniSTAR and GPS or GLONASS satellites The technician can delay the transmission for a period so that you can put the receiver into service 54 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the GNSS receiver 4 3 Inthe GNSS field software select Setup open the Real time section and then tap the Setup button ft 4 Inthe Choice 1 field select Integrated OmniSTAR se TerraSyne wE 3 19 ok ioi METON 5 Tap the Setup button next to the Choice 1 Choice 2 Use Uncorrected GPS field Real time Age Limit h min 6 Ifyou are using a VBS service select the datum used by the service in the VBS Correction Datum field 7 From the Name field select the appropriate OmniSTAR satellite The Frequency and Data Rate fields are automatically updated 8 Tap OK to return to the Real time Settings screen 9 Inthe Choice 2 field specify whether to use SBAS corrections uncorrected positions or to stop using GNSS positions if corrections are not available 10 Tap OK 11 Wait up to 45 minutes for the activation process to complete Note If the activation process does not complete within 45 minutes call OmniSTAR and report the problem Note The 45 minute wait period is for service activati
86. inder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Connecting an external source to the field computer using a cable Note If the field computer has only one serial port and you are using that port to connect to the ProXRT receiver connect the external correction source to the ProXRT receiver instead of the field computer see page 46 1 Connect the field computer to the ProXRT receiver see Connecting to a field computer page 31 2 Ifthe external source has an integrated Bluetooth radio turn off the Bluetooth radio Note You cannot operate the GeoBeacon receiver over a cabled connection and use the GeoBeacon receivers integrated Bluetooth radio at the same time Turn off the radio before connecting the cable to the GeoBeacon receiver 3 Connect one end of the DB9 DB9 cable to the field computer 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the external source 5 Configure the GNSS field software to use the corrections from the external source see page 47 6 Ifyou are connecting to an external radio configure the radio separately using either the configuration program for the external radio or the radio display and keypad Note When used with the ProXRT receiver most external radios require an external power source GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 45 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Connecting an external source to the ProXRT receiver using a cable Use this method if the field com
87. ity SPS Modular Remote Front to view and control the receiver with a front panel display and keypad emulator The SPS Modular Remote Front utility is available as a download from www trimble com To allow the ProXRT Remote Control to connect to the receiver you need to enable the VFD port To do this select Network Configuration VED This figure shows an example of the screen that appears when you select Network Configuration Network Configuration Summary In this example the Web Browser interface shows a Bluetooth connection to the receiver ProXRT 2 SW 50717K67159 o _ Network Configuration _ oH l gt W p m i a DHCP Status n ae Receiver Status Ethernet IF 0 0 0 0 Receiver Configuration er ye er z Bluetooth 2 Up and connected 192 168 100 150 192 168 100 154 Bluetooth Omnis TAR Network Configuration 86 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 Security menu Use the Security menu to configure the login accounts for all users who will be permitted to configure the receiver using a web browser Each account consists of a username password and permissions Administrators can use this feature to limit access to other users Security can be disabled for a receiver However Trimble discourages this as it makes the receiver susceptible to unauthorized configuration changes T
88. key 9 Tap OK in the top right corner of the screen to close the Bluetooth application GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 43 3 Connecting to Other Equipment 10 Tap E in the top right corner to close the Settings screen You have now created a partnership between the field computer and the GeoBeacon receiver so that they can communicate Step 3 Configuring the COM port to use on the field computer l 2 3 4 On the field computer tap Y Settings Connections Bluetooth Tap the COM Ports tab Tap New Outgoing Port Fe Settings re 3 10 lok Select the GeoBeacon receiver and then tap Next After pairing with a device to set up a COM on the right softkey ln far gare pee ether options Select the COM port on the field computer to use i ProxRT COMS for the connection Clear the Secure Connection check box Tap Finish on the right softkey Tap OK in the top right corner to close the Bluetooth application Tap E in the top right corner to close the Settings screen The connection between the field computer and the GeoBeacon is now set up and the devices are connected X Tip The GeoBeacon receiver has been added to the list of Client Serial Ports To use this connection any time turn on the GeoBeacon receiver and then the Bluetooth radio in the field computer 10 Configure the GNSS field software to use the corrections from the GeoBeacon receiver see page 47 44 GPS Pathf
89. l source to the ProXRT receiver usingacable 46 Configuring the GNSS field software to use corrections from an external source 47 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver 1 0 2 nanan 49 Supported GNSS field software 1 0 ee eee 50 Verrasy NC SOW arap nerea Ba a oe ERG ARR RAGE ee RS 50 ESRI ArcPad software and the Trimble GPScorrect extension 50 Other GNSS field applications 6 2 20 0 0 eee 50 Configuring the GNSS field software to connect to the receiver 0 0 51 Using the GNSS field software a ene oo 623 048 be eo ose eee eee ee oe eee 51 Viewing current GNSS Status o ss eces 75466 ot hb odd oh eE Ode eee aE Oe 52 Ensuring the accuracy of your GNSS data auaa auaa ee 53 Connecting to an integrated real time differential correction source 53 Using accuracy based l0geIng 20 ieesensubediae ede eeagvbeiadcaes a7 Configuring GNSS quality settings 22 ee 58 oseing Eola Carrier ddla 6 44 64 52244 462549 84 tet eee shee eaeee Sass 59 Planning a data collection session aoaaa ee 59 Tracking GLONASS Satellits sas ccrta Se Reade eee ee ee EES ee SHEE EEE EE EEDA 60 Installing the Upgrade to GLONASS option 20 0 000 eee 60 Configuring the GNSS field software to track GLONASS satellites 61 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 63 Conisuring Ethernet settings 4 0 Has a 6 4 PAHs OMe Ha OS REESE COR
90. ld Meaning 0 Message ID GPRMC 1 UTC of position fix 2 Status A active or V void 3 Latitude 4 Longitude 5 Speed over the ground in knots 6 Track angle in degrees True 7 Date 8 Magnetic variation in degrees 9 The checksum data always begins with 116 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide VTG NMEA 0183 Output Track Made Good and Speed Over Ground An example of the VTG message string is shown below and Table C 13 describes the message fields Table C 13 Field iO NI AIA A WwW N O GPVTG T M 0 00 N 0 00 K 4E VTG message fields Meaning Message ID GPVTG Track made good degrees true T track made good is relative to true north Track made good degrees magnetic M track made good is relative to magnetic north Speed in knots N speed is measured in knots Speed over ground in kilometers hour kph K speed over ground is measured in kph The checksum data always begins with C GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 117 C NMEA 0183 Output ZDA UTC Day Month And Year and Local Time Zone Offset An example of the ZDA message string is shown below and Table C 14 describes the message fields GPZDA 172809 12 07 1996 00 00 45 Table C 14 ZDA message fields Field Meaning Message ID GPZDA UTC Day ranging between 01 and 31 Month ranging between 01 and 12 Year Local time zone offset from GMT ranging from 00 through 13 hours Local time zone offse
91. may be started at any time Do not display this message again Creating a new connection If your receiver is not connected to a network but it is connected to your computer using a cable or a Bluetooth connection you can open up the Web Browser Interface as follows 5 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 71 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 1 From your Windows Control Panel open Network Connections and then click Create a new connection s Network Connections File Back Dd pe Se Address Edit View Favorites Tools amp Network Connections create 4 new connection Change Windows Firewall settings 2 The New Connection wizard starts Click Next New Connection Wizard Welcome to the New Connection Wizard This wizard helps you Connect to the Internet Connect to a private network such as your workplace network To continue click Hert 72 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 5 3 Select Set wp an advanced connection and then click Next F New Connection Wizard Network Connection Type What do you want to do Connect to the Internet Connect to the Internet s0 you can browse the Web and read email Connect to the network at my workplace Connect to a business network using dial up or YPN 0 you can work from home a field office
92. mounting brackets to the pole 2 Tighten the top bracket making sure that it is at a convenient height for the receiver 3 Place the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver in the slot in the pole bracket and then secure it with the tripod clip 4 Move the lower pole bracket down until it is over the second tripod clip on the receiver and then tighten the pole bracket onto the pole The receiver is held in place between the two brackets 5 Insert the field computer into the field computer bracket 6 Use the 5 8 thread to attach the GNSS antenna to the top of the pole 7 Use the GNSS antenna cable to connect the GNSS antenna to the receiver 30 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Carrying the receiver in a backpack If you prefer to work free of the weight of the receiver on a pole you can carry it in a backpack with the antenna mounted on the backpack pole If you carry the receiver in a backpack and are using an external radio use an external radio antenna mount for optimal radio signal reception and use a cabled connection between the receiver and the field computer Mounting the receiver on a vehicle magnetic mount 1 Attach the magnetic mount screwthread adaptor to the GNSS antenna 2 Attach the GNSS antenna to the roof of the vehicle 3 Run the GNSS antenna cable for the receiver into the vehicle either through a rubber grommet in the roof or through the passenger door window whi
93. nder ProXRT Receiver User Guide CHAPTER Configuring the GNSS receiver In this chapter m Supported GNSS field software m Configuring the GNSS field software to connect to the receiver Using the GNSS field software m Connecting to an integrated real time differential correction source m Ensuring the accuracy of your GNSS data m Tracking GLONASS satellites The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver enables you to collect GPS data and GLONASS data if the GLONASS option is installed for incorporating into a GIS or for managing assets This chapter explains how to configure the receiver using supported Trimble GNSS field software For more information on GPS and GLONASS see Appendix A Understanding GNSS GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 49 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver Supported GNSS field software You can use the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver with any of the software products described below Note If you purchase the optional NMEA upgrade the ProXRT receiver can be used with software other than that described below which supports the NMEA message format Otherwise the receivers do not operate with other software You can install the software on a field computer notebook or Tablet PC For supported versions of all software listed below see the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Customer FAQs TerraSync software Use the software to collect and maintain GIS and GNSS data ESRI ArcPad software an
94. nfigu ration Bluetooth OmniSTAR Network Configuration Coppi 2006 20008 Trimis Markig Limibed All igh mare Tibbe ard ihe Ghote A Tinghe logo me iederadia of Trimik Havigete Lire pagina in ine Weed Soe Pepe eee Tredemee Cio ama cia gunma EVEREST Manwall Zapny ond Lact Geecdetic are baemaecta of Trimis Haviga on Lienites All other edema see a popet of Sein recites Geran Figure 5 1 ProXRT receiver Home page Changing the settings Use the webpage to configure the receiver settings The web interface shows the configuration menus on the left of the browser window and the settings on the right Each configuration menu contains related submenus to configure the receiver and monitor receiver performance Note The configuration menus available vary based on the version of the receiver A summary of each configuration menu is provided here For more detailed information about each of the receiver settings select the Help menu The Help is available whenever your computer is connected to the Internet It is also available anytime from the Trimble website www trimble com EC_ReceiverHelp V4 15 To display the web interface in another language click the corresponding country flag The web interface is available in the following languages English en Japanese ja Chinese zh e Norwegian n Dutch nl e Polish pl Finnish fi Russian ru French fr Spanish es GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiv
95. nfigure the output of individual NMEA messages use the TerraSync softwares GSP Settings form in the Setup section or the receivers Web Browser interface See Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface Common message elements Each message contains e amessage ID consisting of GP followed by the message type For example the message ID of the GGA message is GPGGA e acomma e anumber of fields depending on the message type separated by commas e anasterisk e a checksum value Below is an example of a simple message with a message ID GPGGA followed by 13 fields and a checksum value GPGGA 172814 0 3723 46587704 N 12202 26957864 W 2 6 1 2 18 893 M 25 669 M 2 0 0031 4F Message values NMEA messages that the receiver generates contains the following values Latitude and longitude Latitude is represented as ddmm mmmm and longitude is represented as dddmm mmmm where e dd or ddd is degrees mm mmmm is minutes and decimal fractions of minutes Direction Direction north south east or west is represented by a single character N S E or W Time Time values are presented in Universal Time Coordinated UTC and are represented as hhmmss cc where e hhis hours from 00 through 23 mm is minutes GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 103 C NMEA 0183 Output ss is seconds cc is hundredths of seconds NMEA messages When NMEA 0183 output is enabled the following messages
96. ng the Web Browser Interface 2 If security is enabled on the receiver the web browser prompts you to enter a username and password The default login values for the receiver are User Name admin Password password Connect to 10 2 129 0 The server 10 2 129 0 at Trimble requires a username and password Warning This server is requesting that your username and password be sent in an insecure manner basic authentication without a secure connection User name f admin Password eeceense Remember my password Ce If you cannot connect to the receiver the password for the admin account may have been changed or a different account may be in use Contact your receiver administrator for the appropriate login information Connecting to the receiver using a web browser and Bluetooth wireless technology If your receiver is not connected to a network but is close enough to the computer to be connected using Bluetooth wireless technology you can set up the Bluetooth connection and open up a web browser to configure the receiver There are two stages to this e setting up the Bluetooth communication link to the receiver e setting up the computer connection to the receiver using the Bluetooth communication link This section describes how to access the web interface on a ProXRT receiver using Bluetooth wireless technology on an office computer that has Service Pack 3 of the Windows XP operating syst
97. nk for the real time differential correction of roving GNSS receivers There are three versions of RTCM correction messages All Trimble GNSS receivers use Version 2 protocol for single frequency real time differential corrections Carrier phase corrections are available on Version 2 or on the newer Version 3 RTCM protocol which is available on certain Trimble dual frequency receivers The Version 3 RTCM protocol is more compact 122 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide SBAS signal to noise ratio skyplot SNR SSF tracking UTC velocity VRS network WAAS WGS 84 Glossary Satellite Based Augmentation System SBAS is based on differential GNSS but applies to wide area WAAS EGNOS and MSAS networks of reference stations Corrections and additional information are broadcast via geostationary satellites SNR The signal strength of a satellite is a measure of the information content of the signal relative to the signal s noise The typical SNR of a satellite at 30 elevation is between 47 and 50 dBHz The satellite skyplot confirms reception of a differentially corrected GNSS signal and displays the number of satellites tracked by the GNSS receiver as well as their relative positions See signal to noise ratio Standard Storage Format A Trimble file format SSF files store GNSS data from a Trimble GNSS receiver Usually these files have the filename extension ssf A corrected SSF file has a cor or phs ex
98. nship between the center of the ellipsoid and the center of the earth Because the earth is not a perfect ellipsoid any single datum will provide a better model in some locations than others Therefore various datums have been established to suit particular regions For example maps in Europe are often based on the European datum of 1950 ED 50 Maps in the United States are often based on the North American datum of 1927 NAD 27 or 1983 NAD 83 All GNSS coordinates are based on the WGS 84 datum surface GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 119 Glossary datum transformation deep discharge differential correction DOP dual frequency receiver EGNOS elevation mask ellipsoid ephemeris ephemerides epoch A datum transformation defines the method and parameters that are used to transform the coordinates of a point defined in one datum to coordinates in a different datum Trimble software supports several methods of datum transformation including Seven Parameter Three Parameter also referred to as Molodensky and grid based transformations Typically you use datum transformations to convert data collected in terms of the WGS 84 datum using GNSS methods onto datums used for mapping purposes in individual regions and countries Withdrawal of all electrical energy to the end point voltage before the cell or battery is recharged Differential correction is the process of correcting GNSS data collected
99. o dry the equipment and then leave the equipment open to the air to dry Do not lock wet equipment in a transport case for prolonged periods Wherever possible avoid exposing the GNSS receiver to corrosive liquids and salt water A N CAUTION Operating or storing the receiver outside the specified temperature range can damage it For more information see Batteries and power page 20 COCOM limits The U S Department of Commerce requires that all exportable GNSS products contain performance limitations so that they cannot be used in a manner that could threaten the security of the United States The following limitations are implemented on this product e Immediate access to satellite measurements and navigation results is disabled when the receiver velocity is computed to be greater than 1 000 knots or its altitude is computed to be above 18 000 meters The receiver GNSS subsystem resets until the COCOM situation clears As a result all logging and stream configurations stop until the GNSS subsystem is cleared Technical support Go to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver technical support page www trimble com pathfinderproxrt_ts asp on the Trimble website for the latest support information about the receiver including FAQs e support notes detailing the latest support issues e documentation the latest files available for download GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 17 1 Introduction 18 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT R
100. o an external power source only when the battery requires charging Once fully charged disconnect the external power source and allow the battery to discharge through normal use Battery safety A The receiver is powered by a rechargable internal Lithium ion battery Charge and use the battery only in strict accordance with the instructions below WARNING Do not damage the rechargeable Lithium ion battery A damaged battery can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage Do not use or charge the battery if it appears to be damaged Signs of damage include but are not limited to discoloration warping and leaking battery fluid Do not expose the battery to fire high temperature or direct sunlight Do not immerse the battery in water Do not use or store the battery inside a vehicle during hot weather Do not drop or puncture the battery Do not open the battery or short circuit its contacts WARNING Avoid contact with the rechargeable Lithium ion battery if it appears to be leaking Battery fluid is corrosive and contact with it can result in personal injury and or property damage To prevent injury or damage If the battery leaks avoid contact with the battery fluid If battery fluid gets into your eyes immediately rinse your eyes with clean water and seek medical attention Do not rub your eyes If battery flui
101. oS Taiwan Battery Recycling Requirements The product contains a removable Lithium ion battery Taiwanese regulations require that waste batteries are recycled Fee a tH ig EIA Notice to Our European Union Customers Directive 1999 5 EC Hereby Trimble Navigation declares that the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Restriction of Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment RoHS This Trimble product complies in all material respects with DIRECTIVE 2002 95 EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 January 2003 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment RoHS Directive and Amendment 2005 618 EC filed under C 2005 3143 with exemptions for lead in solder pursuant to Paragraph 7 of the Annex to the RoHS Directive applied For China RoHS information see Appendix B China RoHS Information on page 99 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE For product recycling instructions and more information please go to www trimble com ev shtml Recycling in Europe To recycle Trimble WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment products that run on electrical power Call 31 497 53 24 30 and ask for the WEEE Associate Or mail a request for recycling instructions to Trimble Europe BV c o Menlo Worldwide Logistics
102. ogging interval at the base station For more information refer to the documentation provided with the postprocessing software GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 97 A Understanding GNSS Postprocessed real time differential correction If your data files contain autonomous uncorrected positions as well as real time corrected positions Trimble recommends that you postprocess the data During postprocessing you can choose whether to correct only autonomous positions or all positions In general recorrecting positions corrected in real time will have little effect on the accuracy of your data Note For versions of the GPS Pathfinder Office software earlier than 4 20 when the Auto option is selected it is possible that autonomous or real time corrected positions that were calculated in the field may fail to be corrected during postprocessing This is because positions in the field are calculated using both GLONASS and GPS measurements but the postprocessed positions are calculated using GPS measurements only If you require every GNSS position in the field to have a matching postprocessed position in the office select No in the Use GLONASS field For GPS Pathfinder Office software version 4 20 and later the postprocessing engine supports GLONASS positions 98 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide APPENDIX China RoHS Information In this chapter This section provides information regarding China RoHS requirements
103. on a rover with data collected simultaneously at a base station Because the base station is on a known location any errors in data collected at the base station can be measured and the necessary corrections applied to the rover data Differential correction can be done in real time or by postprocessing after the data has been collected Dilution of Precision A measure of the quality of GNSS positions based on the geometry of the satellites used to compute the positions When satellites are widely spaced relative to each other the DOP value is lower and position accuracy is greater When satellites are close together in the sky the DOP is higher and GNSS positions may contain a greater level of error PDOP Position DOP indicates the three dimensional geometry of the satellites Other DOP values include HDOP Horizontal DOP and VDOP Vertical DOP which indicate the accuracy of horizontal measurements latitude and longitude and vertical measurements respectively PDOP is related to HDOP and VDOP as follows PDOP HDOP VDOP A type of receiver that uses both L1 and L2 signals from GPS and GLONASS satellites A dual frequency receiver can compute more precise position fixes over longer distances and under more adverse conditions because it compensates for ionospheric delays European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service A satellite based augmentation system SBAS that provides a free to air differential correction servi
104. on only Once the service is activated OmniSTAR corrections begin less then 10 seconds after you configure the receiver to receive them You need to activate the subscription only once However each time you want to use real time corrections from the OmniSTAR service in the field you must connect to the service see page 55 Connecting to the OmniSTAR differential service To receive real time corrections from an OmniSTAR differential service in the field make sure that Integrated OmniSTAR is selected in the Choice 1 field of the Real time Settings form of the GNSS field software see steps 3 through 8 on page 55 Once the receiver is connected to the OmniSTAR differential service the estimated accuracy of the current position gradually improves to the accuracy specified by the correction service This process is referred to as convergence and the time it takes to achieve this is referred to as initialization The initialization times vary and can take up to 60 minutes depending on the type of OmniSTAR service you are connecting to whether the receiver is moving and environmental conditions such as the satellite geometry multipath and so on To check the progress of convergence use the estimated accuracy value in the status bar of the GNSS field software GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 55 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver You can also check the current level of service in the Real time status screen When you first c
105. onnect to the OmniSTAR service the Service Level field always shows VBS If you have subscribed to a higher service level this field is automatically updated to XP or HP once that service level is reached The receiver must track a minimum of five GPS satellites to maintain the solution If the receiver loses lock on GPS satellites for less than 3 minutes the OmniSTAR solution reinitialises quickly and you do not have to wait for the OmniSTAR solution to initialize again The success rate of re initialisation depends on the time without GNSS lock the level of multipath and the number of satellites available before and after the loss of lock If you disconnect from the OmniSTAR service and do not reconnect within five minutes you must wait for the OmniSTAR solution to initialize again Note The OmniSTAR VBS service provides submeter positions almost immediately and no lengthy re initialization period is required with VBS Using SBAS real time corrections The GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver can use Satellite Based Augmentation Systems SBAS correction messages to improve the accuracy and integrity of GPS data The default SBAS tracking mode is Auto In Auto mode the receiver tracks or locks onto the most powerful satellite signal The GNSS receiver can track two SBAS satellites at the same time in Auto or Custom mode It uses corrections from only one SBAS satellite at a time but tracking two satellites can improve the availability of
106. ons to obtain better accuracy for the collected data once back in the office ITRF A reference frame defined by the International Earth Rotation Service IERS with its origin at the Earths center of mass The WGS 84 datum is aligned with the current realization of ITRF ITRF 2000 also called ITRFOO The primary L band carrier used by GPS and GLONASS satellites to transmit satellite data The frequency is 1575 42 MHz It is modulated by C A code P code or Y code and a 50 bps navigation message The secondary L band carrier used by GPS and GLONASS satellites to transmit satellite data The frequency is 1227 6 MHz It is modulated by P code or Y code and a 50 bps navigation message MTSAT Satellite Based Augmentation System A satellite based augmentation system SBAS that provides a free to air differential correction service for GNSS MSAS is the Japanese equivalent of WAAS which is available in the United States Interference similar to ghosts on an analog television screen that occurs when GNSS signals arrive at an antenna having traversed different paths The signal traversing the longer path yields a larger pseudorange estimate and increases the error Multiple paths can arise from reflections off the ground or off structures near the antenna North American Datum of 1927 A horizontal datum employing the Clarke 1866 ellipsoid Height values of this era are expressed in NGVD National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929 GPS
107. ons received from the GeoBeacon receiver Step 1 Connecting the field computer to the receiver Connect the field computer to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver using either Bluetooth wireless technology or a cabled connection For more information see Connecting to a field computer page 31 Step 2 Connecting the field computer to the GeoBeacon receiver 1 Make sure that the Bluetooth radios in the field computer and the GeoBeacon receiver are turned on and that the devices are within range 2 On the field computer tap 64 Settings Connections Bluetooth 3 In the Devices tab tap Add new device or New Ne oe KAREE Tap Add new device to search for other The field computer searches for other Bluetooth Bluetooth devices Tap on a device to modify its settings devices and displays them in the list 4 From the list of available devices select the GeoBeacon receiver and then tap Next on the right softkey The Enter Passcode screen appears 5 Tap Next without entering a passcode 6 Ifprompted to add the device to your device list tap No The Partnership Settings screen appears 7 Ifrequired change the name of the device in the Display Name field 8 Select the Serial Port check box Depending on the Windows Mobile operating system version this may appear automatically or you may need to select the Advanced right softkey or tap the connected GNSS receiver again Then tap Save or Finish on the right soft
108. ort on your office computer into which the Bluetooth cable will be connected The following dialog appears Bluetooth Properties General Secure connection COM Port COMI 8 Ensure that the Secure Connection check box is cleared and then click OK 9 Click Next If required change the name of the shortcut and then click Finish F Bluetooth Setup Wizard Completion Page Completing Bluetooth Setup Wizard Prox RT 2 501 7K67139 Trimble COMA L Rs Connect to the remote device using this connection WwW shortcut Fi Create a shortcut and then restart this wizard so that can create additional shortcuts To complete this connection click Finish The new Bluetooth connection appears as a shortcut in My Bluetooth places 70 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 10 Double click this icon to connect F My Bluetooth Places Fie Edit view Bluetooth Favorites Tools Help O pa k pi pP Search Folders Address CProgram Files WIDCOMM Bluetooth SoftwaretMy Bluetooth Places ProzRT 474 fK1 1265 Trimble Bluetooth Tasks eS l Add a Bluetooth Device Sy ProxRT 4747K11265 Trimble WwW COMI ek View My Bluetooth services ee The Bluetooth serial port COM11 is now configured to connect to the device WW ProsA T 4747611285 Trimble The Application that will use this connection must be configured to use COM11 The application
109. ostprocessing Base Distance estimated accuracy recommended if you are lt 80 km using a real time correction source or select Vse Ascuracy based Logging After postprocessing to use the predicted Apply Accuracy based Logging To accuracy that will be achieved after the field Je data has been postprocessed 4 Ifyou selected After postprocessing select the estimated distance to the base station that will be used for postprocessing from the Postprocessing Base Distance field If you will use more than one base station during H Star processing specify the estimated distance to the closest base station 5 Set the Use Accuracy based Logging field to Yes The settings fields for accuracy based logging appear 6 Inthe Apply Accuracy based Logging To field select the feature types that you want to log only if the GNSS positions meet your required accuracy 7 Inthe Required Accuracy field select the estimated accuracy that is required before GNSS positions are logged 8 Tap OK Note Accuracy settings do not affect GNSS positions that are used for navigation GNSS positions are still calculated by the GNSS receiver and are available for navigation Configuring GNSS quality settings In the GNSS field software Setup section use the GPS Settings form to configure the GNSS quality settings you require The lower the GNSS quality settings the more productive you are likely to be as the GNSS receiver will track more satellit
110. p 4 Configuring the GNSS field software to use real time corrections from the Internet source page 41 To configure the software to use corrections from a cellular modem a GeoBeacon receiver or an external radio 1 On the field computer start the Trimble GNSS field software and then select Setup 2 Tap Real time Settings The Real time settings form appears TerraSyne ey Me 3 13 ok 3 Inthe Choice 1 field select External Source 4 Tap the Setup button next to the Choice 1 field sore Datum WGS 1984 5 Inthe Type field select Single Base Type Single Base 6 Inthe Connection Method field select the method _ Cennection Method used to connect the external device If the device Serial Port is connected to Bebe cnt ete A Real t time Protocol an nternet server see page 41 the field computer select Serial Port and then select the COM port to use from the Port field If the device is connected by cable select COM1 If it is connected using Bluetooth wireless technology select the COM port you configured for the Bluetooth connection in the Bluetooth control software the receiver select Receiver Port and then select the port to use from the Port field 7 Tap OK For more information refer to the documentation provided with the GNSS field software GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 47 3 Connecting to Other Equipment 48 GPS Pathfi
111. plan up to 12 hours in advance or you can use the Trimble Planning software which you can downloadfrom the Trimble website www trimble com planningsoftware_ts asp Loss of the satellite signals or loss of the radio link or VRS network connection results in a loss of decimeter position accuracy Make sure that the receiver does not lose power Usually the receiver is powered by its internal battery You cannot change the battery but the charge normally lasts for longer than a working day If you do not use the receiver very often ensure that it is charged at least every three months Do not locate the receiver or antenna within 400 meters about 1 300 ft of powerful radar television cellular communications tower or other transmitters or GNSS antennas Low power transmitters such as those in cellular phones and two way radios normally do not interfere with receiver operations Cellular communication towers can interfere with the radio and can interfere with GNSS signals entering the receiver This does not harm the receiver but it can prevent the receiver electronics from functioning correctly Do not use the rover receiver directly beneath or close to overhead power lines or electrical generation facilities The electromagnetic fields associated with these utilities can interfere with GNSS receiver operation Other sources of electromagnetic interference include gasoline engines spark plugs televisions and computer monitors
112. posing of 21 safety warning 8 20 logging carrier data 59 H Star data 53 longitude NMEA field format 103 message ID in NMEA messages 103 messages Charger Disabled Temp Limited 22 PC Loader in Control 90 mission planning 59 MSAS 56 121 multipath 121 NAD 27 definition 121 NAD 83 definition 122 navigation using GNSS data 58 Index New Zealand notices to users 5 NMEA 122 NMEA messages common elements 103 common message elements 103 delimiters 103 enabling and disabling 103 GGA 107 GSA 105 106 108 109 110 GST 112 GSV 113 114 ID 103 PTNL GGK 115 summary 102 values 103 VTG 117 ZDA 118 notices to users Australia and New Zealand 5 Canada 5 Europe 5 Taiwan 5 NTRIP server 122 See also broadcast server O OmniSTAR correction status 26 defined 122 integrated receiver 28 levels of service 54 subscription activation 54 using corrections from 55 optional accessories 16 P Partnership Settings screen 33 39 43 passcode 33 39 43 PC Loader in Control message 90 Personal Area Networking PAN service 38 planning GNSS data collection 53 59 Position Error Statistics message 112 postprocessed differential correction carrier data 59 GLONASS support 61 91 97 98 overview 98 troubleshooting 91 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 127 Index postprocessing 97 base distance 58 definition 122 Power button 25 Power LED 24 precision increasing 53 status 26 precision settings 58 predicted
113. pported GNSS field software You can use the ProXRT receiver with the following Trimble Mapping and GIS field software e TerraSync software e ESRI ArcPad software with the Trimble GPScorrect extension for ArcPad e Any application developed using the GPS Pathfinder Tools Software Development Kit SDK For software versions see the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Customer FAQs Note If you purchase the optional NMEA upgrade the ProXRT receiver can be used with software other than that described which supports NMEA message format Otherwise the receiver does not operate with other software A N WARNING Some firmware versions only support certain software versions If the firmware version installed on the receiver does not support the software versions you will not be able to connect to the receiver Once an updated firmware has been uploaded onto the receiver you will not be able to revert to a previous version For more information see the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Customer FAQs or contact your local Trimble representative 16 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Introduction 1 Use and care This receiver can withstand normal usage outdoors However Trimble recommends that wherever possible all GNSS receiver equipment is protected from rain or water Keeping the receiver dry prolongs the life of the equipment and reduces the effects of corrosion on ports and connectors If the equipment gets wet use a clean dry cloth t
114. proxrt_ts asp and then click Downloads 2 Click the WinFlash Utility for vx xx GPS Firmware link 3 The File Download dialog appears Click Save to save the files to your desktop to run later 4 To install the WinFlash utility onto the computer browse to the location where you saved the WinFlash Utility files and then double click WES ProXRT vxxx exe to start the WinFlash utility Note Make sure that you download a version of Winflash later than version 4 15 Installing the Upgrade to GLONASS option onto the receiver 1 Connect one end of the DB9 DB9 cable to the computer Connect the other end of the cable to the DB9 socket of the multiport adaptor and then connect the other end of the adaptor to the 26 pin port on the receiver 2 Onthe computer click Start Programs WinFlash WinFlash The Device Configuration screen appears 3 From the Device configuration list select your receiver 60 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 10 ll 12 Configuring the GNSS receiver 4 From the PC serial port field select the serial COM port on the computer that the receiver is connected to Click Next The Operation Selection screen appears The Operations list shows all of the supported operations for the selected device A description of the selected operation is shown in the Description field Select Update Receiver Options and then click Next The GPS Software Selection screen prompts you to select the sof
115. puter has only one serial port and you are using that port to connect to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver 1 Connect the field computer to the receiver see Connecting to a field computer page 31 2 Ifthe external source has an integrated Bluetooth radio turn off the Bluetooth radio Note You cannot operate the GeoBeacon receiver over a cabled connection and use the GeoBeacon receivers integrated Bluetooth radio at the same time Turn off the radio before connecting the cable to the GeoBeacon receiver 3 Connect one end of the DB9 DB9 cable to the external source 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the DB9 socket on the multiport adaptor and then connect the other end of the adaptor to the 26 pin plug on the receiver 5 Configure the GNSS field software to use the corrections from the external source see page 47 6 Ifyou are connecting to an external radio configure the radio separately using either the configuration program for the external radio or the radio display and keypad Note When used with the ProXRT receiver most external radios require an external power source 46 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Connecting to Other Equipment 3 Configuring the GNSS field software to use corrections from an external source Note For information on configuring the GNSS field software to use corrections from a VRS network or single base station that transmits corrections over the Internet see Ste
116. puter using the DB9 Lemo cable Note To be able to connect to a Trimble Nomad series handheld using a cable you must purchase the optional serial boot for the handheld 1 Connect one end of the antenna cable to the TNC connector on the rear of the receiver and the other end of the cable to the antenna 2 Connect the DB9 plug on the cable to the serial port on the field computer 3 Connect the Lemo plug on the cable to the Lemo socket on the receiver 4 Turn on the receiver 5 To connect the Trimble GNSS field software to the GPS Pathfinder ProxXRT receiver a On the field computer start the GNSS field software and then open the Setup section ne TerraSyne ey 3 03 ok b Tap GPS Settings The GPS Settings form appears c From the GPS Receiver Port field select COM1 or whatever the serial port is called on the field computer d Tap OK to close the GPS Settings form e To connect the software to the receiver tap s these slider settings to collect precise GPS at the top of the main screen of the Setup Postions in most GPS environments section GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 35 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Connecting the field computer using the DB9 DB9 cable Note To be able to connect to a Trimble Nomad series handheld using a cable you must purchase the optional serial boot for the handheld If you use a cable to connect to an external real time correction source use
117. ring Ethernet settings The receiver has an Ethernet port so that the receiver can connect to an Ethernet network You can use the Ethernet network to access configure and monitor the receiver No serial cable connection to the receiver is necessary The receiver requires the following Ethernet settings e IP setup Static or DHCP e IP address e Netmask Submask e Broadcast IP address e Gateway IP address e DNS IP address e HTTP port The default setting for the HTTP port is 80 The HTTP port is not assigned by the network HTTP port 80 is the standard port for web servers This allows you to connect to the receiver by entering only the IP address of the receiver in a web browser If the receiver is set up to use a port other than 80 you will need to enter the IP address followed by the port number in a web browser Example of connecting to the receiver using port 80 http 10 2 129 0 Example of connecting to the receiver using port 4000 http 10 2 129 0 4000 The default setting of the receiver is DHCP enabled Using DHCP enables the receiver to automatically obtain the IP address Netmask Broadcast Gateway and DNS address from the network that it is connected to Obtaining these settings automatically may take several minutes To verify the IP address select the up button from the keypad when the Home screen is displayed The Ethernet IP address appears If the receiver fails to get a network assigned IP address the IP a
118. ry pack discharges to 5 9 V All batteries discharge over time when not in use and they discharge faster in colder temperatures Do not store the receiver at temperatures outside the range 40 C to 70 C 40 F to 158 F The internal battery will only charge from an external power source as long as that source can support the power drain for example an AC power adaptor The receiver is supplied with a mains power supply unit that recharges the battery inside the receiver when it is connected through the adaptor to the modem port Removing the rechargeable Lithium ion battery The internal Lithium ion battery should be removed only at an authorized Trimble Service Center If the battery is removed at an unauthorized service center the remaining warranty on the product is void GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 23 2 Getting Started Keypad and display Feature Description Power LED Indicates if the receiver is turned on or off Buttons Use to turn on and to view the status of the receiver see Button functions below Display The Vacuum Fluorescent Display allows you to see how the receiver is operating Bluetooth antenna Location of the Bluetooth antenna Figure 2 1 Front view of the receiver 24 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Getting Started 2 Button functions A Use the buttons on the front panel to turn on and turn off the receiver and to check the receiver settings CAUTION
119. s H C Program Files VIDCOMM Bluetooth Software My Bluetooth Places hl 0 A Bluetooth Tasks TE ee l Add a Bluetooth Device Verh View My Bluetooth services pa View devices in range gt View or modify configuration Other Places E Desktop ig My Computer gt Bluetooth Exchange Folder a3 My Network Places 24 Printers and Faxes Details My Bluetooth Places System Folder GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 67 5 Configuring the Receiver Using the Web Browser Interface 4 The Bluetooth Setup wizard starts Click Next Bluetooth Setup Welcome to the Bluetooth Setup Wizard This Wizard will help you set up your Bluetooth environment Remote devices must be in Discoverable mode for this computer to find them For assistance in making a remote device discoverable refer to the device s documentation 5 Inthe Search criteria list change the search to Show all devices and then select the GNSS receiver that you want to connect to Click Next Bluetooth Device Selection Select a device Remote devices must be in Discoverable mode for this computer to find them For assistance in making a remote device discoverable refer to the remote device s documentation 2 R B 8 HetR5 FrosAT Pros T 2 SPS fo0 TED AfAPR 11S 4747K1128 5017K6713 CORCTOOOO Blackberry Show all devices IF the device you are looking for is not in the list werty that the device has power and is oper
120. settings of the receiver The status screens provide the following information Position solution and horizontal and vertical precision CMR and RTCM IDs or OmniSTAR satellite and link status Base name and code or OmniSTAR mode and subscription expiry Latitude longitude and height Antenna height Receiver model Receiver firmware version Receiver hardware version Receiver serial number Receiver MAC and IP address for use with the Web Browser Interface if the NMEA option is enabled To access these screens from the Home screen press W or Note Depending on the settings in the GNSS field software some of the status values displayed on the front screen may differ slightly from that shown in the GNSS field software 26 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Rear connectors Connector type TNC Vent pl PUJ AN VENT DO NOT High Density DB26 Lemo 7 pin 0 shell Getting Started 2 Description Connect to the GNSS antenna External venting plug for pressure equalization e Charge the internal battery using the Trimble AC DC power supply and the multiport adaptor e Full 9 wire RS 232 serial communications using the 26 9 pin multiport adaptor e Ethernet connectivity using the 26 9 pin multiport adapter if the NMEA option is enabled 3 wire RS 232 serial communications using a 7 pin O shell Lemo cable Figure 2 2 Rear view of the ProXRT receiver GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User
121. sing any other AC adaptor can damage the receiver and may void your warranty Do not use the AC adaptor with any other product Make certain that the input voltage on the adaptor matches the voltage and frequency in your location Make certain that the adaptor has prongs compatible with your outlets Do not use the AC adaptor in wet outdoor areas it is designed for indoor use only Unplug the AC adaptor from power when not in use Do not short the output connector Be aware that there are no user serviceable parts in this product If the AC adaptor becomes damaged replace it with a new Trimble AC adaptor A N WARNING Charge and use the rechargeable Lithium ion battery only in strict accordance with the instructions Charging or using the battery in unauthorized equipment can cause an explosion or fire and can result in personal injury and or equipment damage To prevent injury or damage Do not charge or use the battery if it appears to be damaged or leaking Charge the Lithium ion battery only with a Trimble product that is specified to charge it Be sure to follow all instructions that are provided with the battery charger Discontinue charging a battery that gives off extreme heat or a burning odor GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 21 2 Getting Started Use the battery only in Trimble equipment that is specified to use it Use the battery only for its intended use and
122. ssages APPENDIX This appendix describes the formats of the subset of NMEA 0183 messages that are available for output by the ProXRT receiver when the NMEA Ouput option is installed For a copy of the NMEA 0183 Standard go to the National Marine Electronics Association website at www nmea org GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 101 C NMEA 0183 Output NMEA 0183 message overview When NMEA 0183 output is enabled a subset of NMEA 0183 messages can be output to external instruments and equipment connected to the receiver serial ports These NMEA 0183 messages let external devices use selected data collected or computed by the GNSS receiver All messages conform to the NMEA 0183 version 3 01 format All begin with and end with a carriage return and a line feed Data fields follow comma delimiters and are variable in length Null fields still follow comma delimiters but contain no information An asterisk delimiter and checksum value follow the last field of data contained in an NMEA 0183 message The checksum is the 8 bit exclusive of all characters in the message including the commas between fields but not including the and asterisk delimiters The hexadecimal result is converted to two ASCII characters 0 9 A F The most significant character appears first The following table summarizes the set of NMEA messages supported by the receiver and shows the page that contains detailed information about each
123. t from GMT ranging from 00 through 59 minutes NI aD oy BL w NI O The checksum data always begins with Fields 5 and 6 together yield the total offset For example if field 5 is 5 and field 6 is 15 local time is 5 hours and 15 minutes earlier than GMT 118 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Glossary almanac base station broadcast server carrier carrier frequency carrier phase cellular modem CMR CMR datum A file that contains orbit information on all the satellites clock corrections and atmospheric delay parameters The almanac is transmitted by a GNSS satellite to a GNSS receiver where it facilitates rapid acquisition of GNSS signals when you start collecting data or when you have lost track of satellites and are trying to regain GNSS signals The orbit information is a subset of the ephemeris ephemerides data Also called a reference station A base station is a GNSS antenna and receiver positioned on a known location specifically to collect data for differential correction Base data needs to be collected at the same time as you collect data on a rover unit A base station can be a permanent station that collects base data for provision to multiple users or a rover unit that you locate on known coordinates for the duration of the datalogging session A broadcast server is an Internet server that manages authentication and password control for differential correction sources such as V
124. tension an SSF file created by importing data has the extension imp The process of receiving and recognizing signals from a satellite Universal Time Coordinated A time standard based on local solar mean time at the Greenwich meridian Velocity is essentially a measure of speed that takes into account direction of travel as well as the distance traveled over a period of time A VRS network consists of GNSS hardware software and communication links It uses data from several base stations to provide corrections to roving receivers that are more accurate than corrections from a single base station Unlike other real time correction sources using corrections from a VRS network requires two way communication between the VRS network and the roving receiver The roving receiver must send its position to the server so that the server can calculate corrections for that position and select the closest base station if necessary The server generates a unique virtual reference station for each roving receiver that connects to it Wide Area Augmentation System WAAS was established by the Federal Aviation Administration FAA for flight and approach navigation for civil aviation WAAS improves the accuracy and availability of the basic GNSS signals over its coverage area which includes the continental United States and outlying parts of Canada and Mexico WGS 84 is an abbreviation for World Geodetic System 1984 WGS 84 has superseded WGS 72 as
125. the datum used by GNSS since January 1987 The WGS 84 datum is based on the ellipsoid of the same name GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 123 Glossary 124 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Index Symbols NMEA field delimiter 102 NMEA checksum delimiter 103 NMEA start of message delimiter 102 A AC power adaptor connecting 22 safety 8 accessories optional 16 accuracy estimated 58 improving 53 59 96 98 predicted 58 required 58 Accuracy Settings form 57 accuracy based logging 57 Actual Track Made Good Over and Speed Over Ground message 117 Address field 41 almanac clearing the 25 defined 119 animated skyplot 59 ArcPad software 50 Australia notices to users 5 backpack 16 31 Base Position and Quality message BPQ message 102 base station defined 96 119 distance to 58 GLONASS capability 91 satellite tracking 52 60 94 transmitting data over Internet 37 41 using multiple 97 VRS network 37 baseline moving 102 batteries extending life of 21 minimum power to charge 21 operating time 20 Bluetooth wireless technology antenna 24 cellular phone connection 38 40 COM ports 51 DUN service 38 field computer connection 32 34 GeoBeacon connection 43 44 47 Internet connection 38 42 PAN service 38 regulations 7 VRS network connection 38 42 broadcast server 119 See also NTRIP server button functions 25 C Canada notices to users 5 care of GNSS receiver 17 carrier data logging
126. tial corrections you do not need to connect another device For more information about using the integrated receivers see Connecting to an integrated real time differential correction source page 53 Types of external differential correction source The types of external correction devices that you can connect to are described below Bluetooth enabled cellular phone connected to a server To access a VRS network or other correction source that is transmitting corrections over the Internet use the Bluetooth radio in the field computer to connect to a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone and then connect to the Internet X Tip You can use the TDL 3G cellular modem accessory instead of a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone to connect the field computer to the Internet For more information see http www trimble com tdl3g shtml A VRS network uses data from several base stations to provide rover receivers with corrections that are generally more accurate than corrections from a single base station Real time differential corrections generated by a VRS network are commonly transmitted by an Internet server Alternatively you can connect to a server that provides real time differential corrections from a single base station GeoBeacon receiver You can configure the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to receive real time differential corrections from a GeoBeacon receiver You can connect the GeoBeacon receiver to the field computer using Blue
127. tility is not in use turn off the receiver using the Power key If that does not clear the message apply external DC power and hold down the Power key for 60 seconds 90 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide Troubleshooting 6 Connection issues sue fPosblecmse Solution OOO The receiver will not The port is locked by Reset both the receiver and the other device See Power connect to a field previous use button operations page 25 peat one a The receiver is not turned Turn on the receiver and reconnect using the supported external Comecon on Trimble GNSS field software source The software does not Make sure that you are using the correct software and support the GPS version See Supported GNSS field software page 50 Pathfinder ProXRT receiver or is not the correct version The baud rate is not set Reset the receiver to the factory default settings See Power correctly button operations page 25 GLONASS satellite tracking issues sue fposblecmse Solution oO GLONASS satellites The base station being The base station used must be able to receive data from are not being used used may not be GLONASS satellites in the real time GLONASS capable solution The GLONASS option for Contact your Trimble reseller to purchase the upgrade and the receiver is not then use the WinFlash utility to load the option onto the installed receiver The Use GLONASS option In the Trimble GNSS field software go to the
128. tings screen To check the connection status at any time tap the ar or PH icon in the title bar To end the connection at any time tap the za or 4 icon in the title bar and then tap Disconnect Note The Connectivity icon differs depending on the connection type For example if a GPRS connection is active it shows as Step 4 Configuring the GNSS field software to use real time corrections from the Internet source 1 On the field computer start the Trimble GNSS field software and then open the Setup section 2 Tap Real time Settings The Real time Settings form appears 3 From the Choice 1 field select External Source 4 Configure the external source a Tap the Setup button beside the Choice 1 field The External Source Settings form appears se Temrasyme ao E b From the Correction Datum field select the same datum as the VRS network coordinate system Correction Datum WGS 1984 c From the Type field select Type VRS Connection Method VRSifthe real time correction source is a itera VRS network Single Base if the real time correction source is a single base station that broadcasts its corrections over the Internet d From the Connection Method field select Internet e Inthe Address field enter the IP address or URL of the VRS network or the server that is supplying the corrections from the VRS network f In the Port field enter the port num
129. tions are received 15 The checksum data always begins with When using OmniSTAR services ID 100 for OmniSTAR VBS ID 1000 for OmniSTAR HP ID 1008 for OmniSTAR XP and ID 1012 1013 1020 1021 for OmniSTAR G2 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 107 C NMEA 0183 Output GLL Geographic position Latitude and Longitude An example of the GLL message string is shown below Table C 4 describes the message fields Table C 4 Field 0 1 N U1 A W N GPGLL lt 1 gt lt 2 gt lt 3 gt lt 4 gt lt 5 gt lt 6 gt lt 7 gt lt CR gt lt LF gt GLL message fields Meaning Message ID GPGLL Latitude 3723 2475 ddmm mmmm N S Indicator N north or S south Longitude 12158 3416 dddmm mmmm E W indicator E east or W west UTC position 161229 487 hhmmss sss Status A data valid or V data not valid Checksum 2C 108 GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide NMEA 0183 Output C GNS GNSS fix data An example of the GNS message string is shown below Table C 5 describes the message fields GPGNS hhmmss ss lll lLa yyyyy yy a c Xx X X X X X X X X x xhh lt CR gt LF gt Table C 5 GNS message fields Field Meaning Message ID GPGNS UTC of position Latitude North South Longitude East West Mode indicator Total number of satellites in use 00 99 HDOP Antenna altitude meters re mean sea level geoid CO NI GD Oy A w NI O WO 10 Geoidal separation meters 11 Age of
130. tooth wireless technology or using the DB9 Lemo cable Alternatively connect the GeoBeacon receiver to the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver using the DB9 DB9 cable with the multiport adaptor External radio You can configure the GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver to receive real time differential corrections from an external radio In addition to Trimble radios the receiver supports third party transparent radios and third party cellular modems Connect the external radio to the field computer using the DB9 Lemo cable Alternatively connect the external radio to the receiver using the DB9 DB9 cable with the multiport adaptor GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 37 3 Connecting to Other Equipment Connecting a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone for real time corrections from an Internet source including VRS networks To access a VRS network or other correction source that is transmitting corrections over the Internet use the Bluetooth radio in the field computer to connect to a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone and then connect to the Internet Note Some cellular phones support the Bluetooth PAN Personal Area Networking service as well as the Bluetooth DUN Dialup Networking service Because DUN connections are more common this section assumes you are making a dialup network connection with the Bluetooth enabled phone X Tip You can use the TDL 3G cellular modem accessory instead of a Bluetooth enabled cellular phone to conne
131. tton next to the Choice 1 field Real time Age Limit imin Select Custom tracking mode and then enable or disable tracking of particular satellites Tap OK to return to the Real time Settings screen In the Choice 2 field specify whether to use uncorrected positions or to stop using GNSS positions if corrections are not available Tap OK Using accuracy based logging Ifyou are using the TerraSync software use accuracy based logging to ensure that only GNSS positions that meet the specified estimated accuracy are logged GNSS positions that do not meet your accuracy requirements are not logged Note Accuracy estimates for streaming dynamic GNSS positions may not be as good as those for static GNSS positions To configure accuracy based logging in the TerraSync software l In the Setup section of the TerraSync software tap Logging Settings The Logging Settings form appears Tap the Setup button below the Accuracy Settings field The Accuracy Settings form appears GPS Pathfinder ProXRT Receiver User Guide 57 4 Configuring the GNSS receiver 3 In the Accuracy Value For Display Logging fields xx P oe select the parameters that will be used to determine the estimated accuracy Select whether to use the horizontal or oe a ma vertical accuracy of the current GNSS Accuracy Value For Display Logging ara Horizontal position msaani Select In the field to use the current P
132. tware that you want to install on the receiver Enter the password for the Upgrade to GLONASS option that you received from your Trimble reseller From the Available Software list select the latest version and then click Next The Settings Review screen prompts you to connect the receiver and lists the receiver configuration and selected operation If all is correct click Finish The Software Upgrade window shows the status of the installation for example Establishing communication with lt your receiver gt Please wait Click OK The Software Upgrade window shows that the operation was completed successfully To select another operation click Menu to quit click Exit If prompted click OK to confirm you want to exit the software Configuring the GNSS field software to track GLONASS satellites 1 Inthe Setup section of the GNSS field software tap pap zP m Tera ync X 3 30 ok GPS Settings The GPS Settings form appears 2 Inthe Use GLONASS field make sure that Auto is selected Note Selecting Auto in this field has no effect if the Not Applicable Upgrade to GLONASS option is not installed on the GPS Min Elevation 15 Pathfinder ProXRT receiver Velocity Filter Auto 3 Tap OK NMEA Output Of Use GLONASS Auto Note For versions of the GPS Pathfinder Office software Use these Slider settings to collect precise earlier than 4 20 when the Auto option is selected it is preeti MimasiiE naiteke
133. ual Base Station achieves sub meter positioning G2 an optional service to HP and XP that provides GLONASS corrections Note To achieve these levels of accuracy the receiver must be operating within the coverage footprint of the service Note Currently HP and G2 are supported on the ProXRT receiver For phone numbers and information on obtaining a subscription subscription rates and service coverage maps go to www omnistar com Once you have a subscription you must activate the service through an over the air signal Activating the OmniSTAR differential service l Connect the receiver to the field computer that is running the GNSS field software For more information see Connecting to a field computer page 31 Call OmniSTAR and give them your location for example Sunnyvale California USA the model number and serial number of your GPS Pathfinder ProXRT receiver look at the label on the bottom of the receiver your payment option the subscription method The methods are over the air or by manual entry Request the over the air method Note The receiver must be in an open air environment and in sight of the appropriate OmniSTAR satellite to be granted access to the OmniSTAR system OmniSTAR gives you the OmniSTAR satellite and frequency information for your local area The service technician advises you of the approximate time when the subscription will be transmitted This is usually with
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