Ag Leader Technology GPS 1500 User manual

GPS 1500 User Manual
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Table of Contents
Overview 1
Introduction 2
GPS Overview 3
GPS Operation 3
Automatic Tracking 3
Receiver Performance 3
Differential Operation 4
SBAS 4
WAAS and EGNOS explained 4
Automatic SBAS tracking 4
Setup 5
Utility Setup Procedure 6
Installation 12
Installation 13
Deutsch Connector Receptacle 13
DB-9 Connection Tables 13
DB-9 Connection for Cable 4001508-18 13
HDB-15 Connection for Cable 4001509-18 14
DB-9 Connection for Cable 4001510-18 14
Cable Interface 15
Extension Power/Data Cable 15
When choosing a route for the GPS 1500 extension cable: 15
Routing the Cable to the Cab 16
Cable Part Numbers 16
Mounting the GPS 1500 17
GPS 1500 Placement on Vehicle 17
To place the GPS 1500 17
Radar Speed Output 18
Radar Speed Compatibility 18
Radar Speed Default Settings 18
Radar Speed Adaptor Cables 18
Connections to External Devices 19
Factory parameters 19
Troubleshooting 20
LED Status Indicators 21
Verifying Differential GPS Signal 21

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Troubleshooting Table 22
Appendix 23
Specifications 24
Power Specifications 24
Mechanical Specifications 24
Environmental Specifications 24
GPS 1500 Accessories 25
GPS 1500 25
GPS 1500 Documentation Accessories 25
GPS 1500 Cable Accessories 25
Company Warranty Statement 26
Product Registration 29

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Overview
OVERVIEW
Introduction
GPS Overview
GPS Operation
Differential Operation

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on buying the Ag Leader GPS 1500. The GPS 1500 is a smart
antenna that tracks GPS and SBAS (WAAS and EGNOS) signals. This chapter provides
information on the following:
•“GPS Overview” on page 3
•“GPS Operation” on page 3
•“Differential Operation” on page 4

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GPS OVERVIEW
This chapter describes the various modes of operation and features of your GPS
1500 receiver and internal sensors.
For your convenience, both the GPS and differential correction of the GPS 1500 are
preconfigured. The receiver will work out of the box, and for most applications,
little user set up is necessary. When powered for the first time, the GPS 1500 will
perform a “cold start,” which involves acquiring the available GPS satellites in view
and the SBAS differential service.
GPS Operation
The GPS engine is always operating, regardless of the DGPS mode of operation. The
following sections describe the general operation of the GPS 1500 ’s internal GPS
engine.
Automatic Tracking
The GPS engine within the GPS 1500 automatically searches for GPS satellites,
acquires the signals and manages the navigation information required for
positioning and tracking.
Receiver Performance
The GPS 1500 works by finding four or more GPS satellites in the visible sky and uses
the information those satellites provide to compute an appropriate position
(typically within 2-3 meters). Since there is some error in the GPS data calculations,
the GPS 1500 also tracks a differential correction. The GPS 1500 uses these
corrections to improve its position to less than 1 meter (3 feet)
There are two main aspects of GPS receiver performance:
• Positioning
• Satellite acquisition quality
When the GPS 1500 is properly positioned on your vehicle, the satellites transmit
coded information to the antenna in a specific frequency that allows the receiver to
calculate a range to each satellite. GPS is essentially a timing system. The ranges are
calculated by timing how long it takes for the GPS signal to reach the GPS antenna.
The GPS receiver uses a complex algorithm incorporating satellite locations and
ranges to each satellite to calculate the geographic location. Reception of any four
or more of these signals allows a GPS receiver to compute three-dimensional
coordinates.

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Differential Operation
The Radio Technical Commission of Marine services (RTCM) has a differential service
intended for correction services. This includes the Space Based Augmentation
Systems (SBAS), such as the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) and the
European Geo-stationary Navigation Overlay System (EGNOS). The GPS 1500 is
compatible with each of these differential services.
SBAS
A SBAS-enabled GPS 1500 operates automatically anywhere within the coverage
areas of the WAAS, EGNOS or other SBAS programs.
WAAS and EGNOS explained
• WAAS is a free service of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that
allows regular GPS positions to be improved to a DGPS level of accuracy.
WAAS is available everywhere in the U.S., including Alaska, Hawaii and
Puerto Rico. It can also be picked up in some of the border areas of Mexico
and Canada. There are no subscription charges incurred when using WAAS.
• EGNOS is a similar service that is available in Europe and western Russia.
Automatic SBAS tracking
The GPS 1500 will automatically scan and track satellite signals. This automatic
tracking allows you to focus on other aspects of differential operation without the
need to tune the receiver. The GPS 1500 features two-channel SBAS tracking that
provides an enhanced ability to maintain a lock on a SBAS satellite when more than
one satellite is in view. This redundant tracking approach results in more consistent
tracking of a SBAS signal when in an area where signal blockage of a satellite is
possible.
Note: For more information on Differential GPS,
see “Verifying Differential GPS Signal” on page 21
of the Troubleshooting chapter.

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SETUP
Utility Setup Procedure

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UTILITY SETUP PROCEDURE
The default GPS settings are 4800 baud, 1 Hz GGA and VTG NMEA strings. These
settings will work for all Ag Leader products. However, if the equipment that you
are using requires higher baud or Hertz rates, you many need to reconfigure the
GPS using the following procedure.
1. Download the Pocket Max PC.exe executable file from Ag Leader’sweb site:
http://www.agleader.com/support.php?Page=downloads
2. Double click on Pocket Max PC.exe.
3. The Pocket Max PC program appears. On the Serial Port setting, select the correct
COM Port that the GPS is connected to. Also, check the Auto Baud check box.
Pocket PC with COM Port and Auto-Baud selected

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4. Press the Search button. The utility then searches for the correct GPS receiver.
Utility after finding correct GPS receiver with OK button showing
5. Once the utility finds the correct GPS receiver, the OK button appears at the
bottom of the window. Press the OK button.
Note: If the utility cannot find the correct GPS receiver, use a
different COM port and repeat. Also, make sure that the
GPS is powered.

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6. When the new window appears, click the Setup tab.
7. Under the “This Port” column, (located on the left-hand side of the window) use
the drop-down menu to select the correct Hz rate, such as 5 Hz.
Selecting correct Hz rate on a NMEA string
Note: Ag Leader’s products require the GGA and
VTG NMEA strings. To find out the required NMEA
strings for other products, check with the
manufacturer.

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8. At the bottom of the drop-down menu, select the correct baud rate. These range
between 4800 and 115,200.
• Ag Leader’s PF series monitors require a 4800 baud rate.
• Ag Leader’s InSightdisplays cannot use a baud rate higher than 38400.
Selecting correct baud rate
Note: At this time, the 57600 and 115200 baud
rates are not supported. by Ag Leader monitors.

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9. When setup is complete, press on the Exit button, which is the red Xlocated
in the right-hand corner of the window.
10. The Exit Options window appears, asking you to choose one of the following
options. Always press Exit and Save.
Exit Options window
Note: If you choose a selection other than Exit and
Save, your settings will not be saved.

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11. A series of messages appears, after which a Configuration Report will appear. At
the configuration report, you can view your saved settings. However, you cannot
make changes to these settings at this window
New Receiver Configuration Report
12. Press Close to end the utility program.

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INSTALLATION
Cable Attachment Information
Mounting the GPS 1500
Powering the GPS 1500
Connecting GPS 1500 to External Devices

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INSTALLATION
The GPS 1500 is a smart antenna that tracks GPS and SBAS (WAAS and EGNOS).
Deutsch Connector Receptacle
The picture below provides a front view of the Deutsch connector receptacle’s
numbering.
Deutsch connector receptacle numbering
DB-9 Connection Tables
DB-9 Connection for Cable 4001508-18
Signal GPS Wire Color DB-9 Deutsch
Receptacle
Manual Mark In 1Violet 6
TXB 2White
RXB 3Gray
Can High 4Pink
Signal Ground 5Brown
TXA 6Green 3
One PPS 7Orange
RXA 8Blue 2
Can Low 9Tan
Power In (12V) 10 Red 4
Power Ground 11 Black 52 (Black)
Speed Out 12 Yellow 1 (White)

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HDB-15 Connection for Cable 4001509-18
DB-9 Connection for Cable 4001510-18
Signal GPS Wire Color HDB 15 Deutsch
Receptacle
Manual Mark In 1Violet 5
TXB 2White
RXB 3Gray
Can High 4Pink
Signal Ground 5Brown
TXA 6Green 14
One PPS 7Orange
RXA 8Blue 13
Can Low 9Tan
Power In (12V) 10 Red 10
Power Ground 11 Black 11 2 (Black)
Speed Out 12 Yellow 1 (White)
Signal GPS Wire Color DB-9 Deutsch
Receptacle Cigarette Plug
Manual Mark In 1Violet
TXB 2White
RXB 3Gray
Can High 4Pink
Signal Ground 5Brown
TXA 6Green 2
One PPS 7Orange
RXA 8Blue 3
Can Low 9Tan
Power In (12V) 10 Red 1 (White)
Power Ground 11 Black 52 (Black) 2 (Black)
Speed Out 12 Yellow 1 (White)

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CABLE INTERFACE
The cable options include:
• DB9 serial
• Speed
•Power
Additional extension cables may be purchased, as necessary, for other installations.
This allows the GPS 1500 to be quickly and easily moved from one installation to
another. If an extension cable is damaged in the field, it can be replaced without
returning the complete GPS 1500 system.
Other power cables are available as accessories to fit a wide variety of applications.
For a list of GPS 1500 accessories, see “GPS 1500 Accessories” on page 25.
Extension Power/Data Cable
The GPS 1500 system is quickly installed with one of the various extension cables.
Keep in mind that the data connector communication port must reach to connect to
a data storage device or guidance system.
When choosing a route for the GPS 1500 extension cable:
• Avoid running cables in areas of excessive heat.
• Keep cables away from corrosive chemicals.
• Keep the cables away from rotating machinery.
• Do not bend excessively or crimp the cables.
• Avoid placing tension on the cables.
• Remove unwanted slack from the extension cable at the receiver end.
• Secure along the cable route using plastic wraps.
Improperly-installed cables near machinery can be
dangerous.

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Routing the Cable to the Cab
Follow these steps to route cable into the cab:
1. Find a place on the right side or bottom of the cab to route cable into cab (the
point of entry is up to you).
2. Attach the GPS cable from the antenna to Port 1 of the PF3000, Port 1 on the YM
2000, or the GPS port on the InSight display.
• If you are attaching the GPS1500 to a PF Advantage or PF 3000 Pro without
GPS, attach the GPS cable to AUX. 1 Port.
• If you are connecting your GPS1500 to an alternative logging or mapping
device (i.e. handheld or laptop computer), refer to your Operator's Manual
for that particular unit for correct cable connection.
Cable Part Numbers
See the following table for the appropriate cable for your installation.
Note: The cable can be routed through windows
or doors but make sure that there will be no
damage to the cable.
Display Cable Part Number
InSight
PF 3000
YM 2000
4001508-18
PF Advantage 4001509-18
Mobile Logging
•Laptop
• Handheld
4001510-18

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MOUNTING THE GPS 1500
GPS 1500 Placement on Vehicle
Placement of the GPS 1500 is crucial to the system’s operation. The GPS engine
inside the GPS 1500 computes a position based upon measurements from each
satellite to the internal GPS antenna unit. Mount the GPS 1500 on your point of
interest. When choosing a location to mount the antenna, please make certain that
there is an unobstructed view of the sky available to the GPS 1500 smart antenna.
This will ensure that GPS satellites are not masked by obstructions, which can
potentially reduce system performance.
To place the GPS 1500
1. Mount the GPS 1500 on, or as close to, the center of your point of measurement.
2. Position the GPS 1500 as high as possible.
Below is an illustration of the ideal location to place the GPS 1500 on a vehicle.
GPS 1500 placement on a vehicle