SEA 9404 GPS Module - S.E.A. Datentechnik GmbH
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1. ce eeee eere eere eee eee ee eee eee 22 Contact Information ccccccccssssssssssssscssssrssssssssssessceees 23 Operating Instructions 3 Getting Started Before starting to work with the SEA 9404 GPS Module please read the complete hardware and software user manual and the following informa tion carefully We believe that all information in this manual is accurate The document has been carefully reviewed for technical accuracy In the event of technic al or typographical errors we reserve the right to make changes to sub sequent editions of this document without prior notice to holders of this edition The reader should consult the vendor if errors are suspected Before using or operating any SEA GPS Module and the provided software you have to agree to the terms and conditions Ifyou do NOT agree you can resend the hardware and software package within a period oftwo weeks after delivery In this case S E A will refund the product price and shipping costs The terms and conditions are listed in the software manual which is provided on the Installation CD ROM Please read the manual chapters Disclaimer Limitation of Liability and User Responsibil ities before using the device For information about National Instruments hardware please refer to the appropriate National Instruments manual 4 Operating Instructions For information about installation configuration programming or2. Module Type SEA 9404 GPS module Operating Temperature Range 40 to 80 C Storage Temperature 25 to 60 C Ingress protection Operating humidity 5 to 90 relative humidity non condensing Maximum altitude 2000 m Maximum speed Operating Instructions 21 Shock and Vibration To meet these specifications the module has to be panel mounted Operation vibration random IEC 60068 2 64 na 5 Sims 10 to 575 Hz Operation vibration sinusodial IEC 60068 2 6 5 g 10 to 575 Hz Operation shock 15 g 11 ms half sine 30 g 11 ms half sine 50 g 3 ms half sine 10 shocks at 6 orientations IEC 60068 2 27 22 Operating Instructions Contact Information S E A Datentechnik GmbH is located at M lheimer Stra e 7 53840 Troisdorf Germany For support check the S E A Datentechnik GmbH website http www sea gmbh com or use email techsupport sea gmbh com telephone 49 224112737 0 fax 49 2241 12737 14 Operating Instructions 23 Q
3. open or disassemble the SEA GPS Module antenna or other hardware parts Sleep Mode The sleep mode can be enabled for the CompactRIO system by software In sleep mode typically there is no communication with the module Power consumption is minimized The system thermal dissipation may decrease Refer to the Specifications section for more information about power con sumption and thermal dissipation LED Indicators The LEDs on the front side ofthe module are indicating by a green light LED SEA 9404 GPS module 1 na 2 na 3 Backplane Power Supply OK Green 4 GPS Status PPS Timepulse OK when blinking at 1Hz na not applicable 16 Operating Instructions Specifications The following specifications are meant at a temperature of 20 C unless otherwise noted The GPS Module is powered by the Compact RIO backplane connector 5 V Power Requirements amp Operating Current Module Type Backplane current A typical sleep SEA 9404 0 06 0 004 With active GPS Patch antenna connected The Sync Output connector supplies a TTL compatible voltage and current level Operating Instructions 17 Physical Characteristics Maintenance The module should only be wiped with a dry towel It is not water resist ant The module does not contain components which have to be serviced by the end customer Operating Instructions iO Electromagneti
4. or similar environments Keep the module and the antenna at least 1 meter away from hu man bodies during operation The module must not be operated in explosive areas 10 Operating Instructions Prerequisites To use the SEA GPS Module within the National Instruments Compact RIO system the following additional hardware is required National Instruments Compact RIO system NI CompactRIO reconfigurable embedded system Real Time controller NI CompactRIO chassis or a compact controller Peripheral hardware GPS antenna For questions concerning the installation of the NI CompactRIO hardware in general please consult the appropriate National Instruments user manuals at www ni com Operating Instructions 11 Installing Before inserting the SEA 9404 GPS Module in the CompactRIO chassis please disconnect any connectors to the CompactRIO system and switch off the power supply Make sure working in an ESD safe environment Front Side Connectors The SEA 9404 GPS Module offers the following connectors and indicators iO S Operating Instructions four status LEDs 1 Sync Output connector 2 GPS antenna connector 3 Operating Instructions 13 Fig 1 Connector Side Wiring the SEA GPS Module Follow the steps described below to connect the peripheral components to the front side of the SEA 9404 GPS MODULE 1 Disconnect the CompactRIO system 2 GPS antenna Connect the GPS an
5. Hardware Manual Operation Instructions and Safety Guidelines SEA 9404 GPS Module Doc No Hb SEA 9404 2 0 0 Jul 13 S E a Science amp Engineering Applications Datentechnik GmbH Contents G tting Started M iteraria Safety Guidelines 504 1 ooo tton eoe oia n no o ee eios i iino Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations Operator Protection eeeee eee eene 10 Prerequisites 50 0 esee ooa oa sse use etas seen dio tos DI 4 LO TALIS ARRIERE UTERE 8 9 DLEA U Y A E eerie te eo eee eere Pv ea Ye E eoe eov esee er eeee E Front Side Connectors eeeeeeeeeee eene eee eee eee eee 12 Wiring the SEA GPS Module eese eere eee 14 Receiver Operation and Antenna Installation 15 Sleep Mode ooseo atiis etas s oes en sese sosesecs isses sess 10 LED Indicatots roce tin en etri reo boten d n meelennnrnenen LO Specificatiors 512 eorr ieiuno 17 Power Requirements amp Operating Current 17 Physical Characteristics cccscccsssssssssssccsscssssssseesesssseee 18 P ETICIET DC O Electromagnetic Compatibility 00000000000000000000019 Environmental Conditions eee e eee e creer eee 21 2 Operating Instructions Shock and Vibration
6. c Compatibility For EMC compliance it is recommended to operate the SEA GPS Module with original and shielded antenna cabling only For further information please refer to www sea gmbh com In order to satisfy the essential requisite of the R amp TTE 99 5 EC directive the SEA 9404 GPS Modules are compliant with the following standards EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility Standards EN 301 489 1 and EN 301 489 7 Fa This SEA 9404 GPS Module meets the essential require HC ments of the following US and Industry of Canada direct ives EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility The product complies with the FCC Standard 47 Part 15 This product meets the essential requirements of applic able European Directives as named for CE marking as fol lows Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive EMC 89 336 EEC Operating Instructions 19 Q To meet the RF exposure rules and regulations above The antennas used for this receiver have to be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 1 m from persons and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or receiver transmitter 20 Operating Instructions Environmental Conditions SEA 9404 GPS Modules are intended for indoor use only For outdoor use mount the CompactRIO system in a suitable rated enclosure Refer to the installation instructions for the chassis used for more information about meeting these specifications
7. operation Wait until the module temperature has reached 20 C Do not disconnect I O wires or connectors unless power has been switched completely off and the area is known to be non haz ardous Do not remove modules unless power has been switched com pletely off or the area is known to be non hazardous Garantie Siegel Garantieverlust Guarantee bei void it besch digtem seal Siegel broken Q sea Guarantee void if seal is broken Operating Instructions Safety Guidelines for Hazardous Locations The SEA GPS Modules are suitable for use in non hazardous locations only If unsure contact your vendor Please note Donot use for medical applications Do not use for autonomous navigation and or control of any vehicle e g planes cars trains boats etc Donotuse in safety critical applications Operating Instructions 9 Q Operator Protection To protect persons against any harm the following rules have to be obeyed Use any part or the complete system only in dry areas Do not op erate the SEA GPS Module in bath areas kitchens etc where wa ter or vapour can be in contact with the module cables or anten nas Use only isolated power supplies with a nominal voltage of 12 V DC which are made to be used with CompactRIO systems It is not allowed to use the system for any kind of medical applica tion or live supporting apparatus All SEA GPS Modules may not be operated in hospitals
8. operation ofthe SEA 9404 GPS Modules please refer to the SEA 9404 GPS Modules software manual Operating Instructions 5 Q Overview Type Functions SEA 9404 GPS Module 1 GPS update rate 4 Hz 2 Sync output front panel connector 3 Programmable Sync Output e 4 PPS Timepulse routing to backplane e 5 Programmable PPS Timepulse e e Option available O Option not available Operating Instructions These operating instructions describe how to use the SEA 9404 GPS Mod ule For information about software installation configuration program ming ofthe Compact RIO system please read the related software user manual carefully This manual describes the hardware operation and related issues If there are any questions about operating the module or if any term or de scription in this manual is not understood please contact S E A Daten technik GmbH before operating the module Operating Instructions 7 Safety Guidelines Operate the SEA GPS Module only as described in this operation instruc tions and the SEA GPS Module user manual Please check the S E A web site for updates ofthis manual or technical specifications Hot or Cold Surface Operated in hot or cold environments less than 10 C or higher than 30 C the metallic surface ofthe module might become hot or cold as well Touching the surface may result in bodily injury Do not dismount the module from the chassis dur ing
9. tenna to the GPS antenna connector socket Use only antennas supplied for use with this module 3 Sync Output connector Connect this output to any TTL compatible PPS Timepulse input 14 Operating Instructions Receiver Operation and Antenna Installation The word receiver is used interchangeably with the word GPS module module and means the RF receiver or RF receiver part of the GPS module The antenna has to be properly mounted at the desired location If a roof antenna is used the antenna has to be dismounted when light ning strikes are likely The SEA GPS Module and any antenna or cabling is NOT protected against lightning strikes or any over voltage Do NOT oper ate the transmitter or antenna during thunderstorms and keep the an tenna away from any kind of elevation Keep the system away from haz ardous locations explosive or high voltage areas DN Protect your system from thunderstorm and lightning strikes To minimize the radio frequency exposure to humans the following rules have to be attended When operating the transmitter cabling and antennas it is man datory to keep a distance of at least 1 m to persons Use only antenna types which are foreseen for the use with the re ceiver If unsure ask the module supplier Use only antenna cables and connectors made for GPS systems and frequencies Do not operate the SEA GPS Module and antenna near other RF systems Operating Instructions 15 Q Do not
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