Carlson NR3 User manual

NR3
User Manual
Ver 1.00

Table of Contents
1NR3 Overview.................................................................................................................................................. 5
1.1 Shipping Case Contents............................................................................................................................................................6
1.2 NR3 Appearance.......................................................................................................................................................................7
1.3 NR3 Front Panel........................................................................................................................................................................8
1.3.1 Power Button Functions.......................................................................................................................................................9
1.4 Ports and Connections ...........................................................................................................................................................10
1.4.1 NR3 9-Pin Lemo Connector ................................................................................................................................................10
1.4.2 Power Input Specifications.................................................................................................................................................10
1.4.3 SD / SIM Card Slots.............................................................................................................................................................11
2NR3 Initial Setup............................................................................................................................................ 12
2.1 Install Battery .........................................................................................................................................................................12
2.2 Install on a Range Pole ...........................................................................................................................................................13
2.3 Powering On / Off...................................................................................................................................................................13
3Carlson NR3 Key Features ............................................................................................................................. 14
3.1 Navigation Accuracy ...............................................................................................................................................................14
3.2 Interference Suppression .......................................................................................................................................................14
3.3 Full SurvCE / SurvPC Compatibility.........................................................................................................................................14
4General Operation......................................................................................................................................... 15
4.1 On-Board Web UI ...................................................................................................................................................................15
4.1.1 Web UI Overview ...............................................................................................................................................................16
4.1.2 GNSS...................................................................................................................................................................................20
4.1.3 Communication..................................................................................................................................................................26
4.1.4 Corrections.........................................................................................................................................................................32
4.1.5 NMEA / SBF ........................................................................................................................................................................39
4.1.6 Admin.................................................................................................................................................................................46
4.1.7 GNSS Base Configurations..................................................................................................................................................53
4.1.8 GNSS Rover Configurations................................................................................................................................................61
4.2 Carlson SurvCE / PC Operation...............................................................................................................................................67
4.2.1 Incomplete SurvCE / SurvPC GNSS Base Listen - Listen .....................................................................................................67
4.2.2 SurvCE / SurvPC GNSS Rover..............................................................................................................................................70
5NR3 Advanced Operation.............................................................................................................................. 72
5.1 Firmware Updates ..................................................................................................................................................................72
5.2 Web UI Security......................................................................................................................................................................72
5.3 Satellite Tracking ....................................................................................................................................................................73
6NR3 Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................... 74
6.1 GNSS Receiver ........................................................................................................................................................................74
6.2 Performance...........................................................................................................................................................................74
6.3 Satellite Tracking ....................................................................................................................................................................74
6.4 Communication and Port Specifications ................................................................................................................................74
6.5 Wireless Specifications...........................................................................................................................................................75
6.6 Cellular Specifications.............................................................................................................................................................75

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6.7 Power Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................75
6.8 Memory Specifications...........................................................................................................................................................75
6.9Environmental Specifications .................................................................................................................................................76
6.10 Mechanical Specifications ......................................................................................................................................................76
7Index .............................................................................................................................................................. 77

Environmental
Temperature –operating‐30°C to +75°C (-22°F to +167°F).
Temperature –storage -40° C to +75° C (-40° F to +167° F).
CE Compliance
Receivers of the NR3 family carry the CE mark and as such are compliant with the 2004/108/EC-EMC Directive and amendments,
2006/95/EC-Low Voltage directive, both amended by the CE marking directive 93/68/EC. With regards to EMC, these devices are
declared as class B, suitable for residential or business environments. This device meets the EU requirements (199/519/EC) and the
International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) on the limitation of exposure of the general public to
electromagnetic fields by way of heath protection. To comply with the RF exposure requirements, this equipment must be operated
in a minimum of 20 cm separation distance to the user.
FCC Compliance
This device complies with part 15 of the 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. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user
authority to operate the equipment.
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.
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 communications. 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 receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or and experienced radio/TV technician for assistance.
FCC RF Exposure Compliance
This equipment complies with radio frequency (RF) exposure limits adopted by the Federal Communications Commission for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator
and your body.
IC Compliance
RSS-Gen 7.1.3: This device complies with Industry Canada License-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
IC RF Exposure Compliance (MPE)
This equipment complies with IC RSS-102 RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be
installed and operated with minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body.
ROHS/WEEE Notice
NR3 receivers comply with European Union (EU) Directive 2002/95/EC on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances
in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS Directive).
NR3 receivers comply with the European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
The purpose of the Directive is the prevention of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE), and in addition, the reuse,
recycling and other forms of recovery of such wastes so as to reduce the disposal of waste. If purchased in the European Union,
please return the receive rat the end of its life to the supplier from which it was purchased.

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1NR3 Overview
Carlson Software’s NR3 is a multi-GNSS, multi-frequency smart antenna offering robust centimeter-level RTK performance in a
variety of applications. The on-board Web user interface (Web UI) allows firmware and features to be configured and managed with
any Wi-Fi capable phone or device. The NR3 supports all constellations, 448 channels, worldwide 4G LTE connectivity, and meets
IP67 requirements.
Figure 1: NR3
This user guide is intended to introduce the NR3 operation to the user along with its many features. We understand there may be
questions or comments. If you have a question, we’d like to answer it!
Carlson Technical Support:
•Email: [e-mail]
•Phone: [phone]
•Online: www.CarlsonSW.com/support

1.1 Shipping Case Contents
The Carlson NR3 system is shipped with the following items:
Figure 2: Shipping Case Contents
Shipping Contents
Item
Main Kits
Part Number
Quantity
1
Carlson Software NR3 Receiver
410222B1775
1
2
USB Cable
214100
1
3
Internal Batteries
215344
4
4
Battery Charger
215501
1
5
DB9 Serial RS232 Male Connector (optional, not pictured)
214995
1
6
DB9 Serial RS232 Female Connector and open-ended
power connector (supply range 9 –30 VDC) (optional, not pictured)
214969
1
7
Bluetooth to Bluetooth dongle for iOS (optional, not pictured)
215258
1
8
AC Wall Adapter (EU / UK / AU / US) (optional, not pictured)
EU: 214879
UK: 214871
AU: 214872
US: 214873
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1.2 NR3 Appearance
The lightweight Carlson NR3 has a simple and intuitive front panel with informative LED’s, a single serial/power port, two battery
bays, and a SIM card slot.
Figure 3: NR3, Front and Back View
Figure 4: NR3, Bottom View

1.3 NR3 Front Panel
Figure 5: Carlson NR3 Front Panel
LED
ICON
Description
Battery Power (Left / Right)
Blinking: Battery not in use
On and solid: Battery in use
Bluetooth
Off: Bluetooth not in use
Blinking: Bluetooth is discoverable
On and solid: Bluetooth link is active
Wi-Fi
Off: Wi-Fi Access Point Inactive
On and Solid: Wi-Fi Access Point Active
Cellular Modem
Off: Cellular Modem not in use
On and Connecting: Orange and solid
On and Connected: Green and solid
On with Connection Error: Red and solid
Receiver Mode
Green and solid: Fixed RTK
Red and solid: Autonomous (SA)
Orange and solid: Other Modes
Off: No Position
Differential Corrections
On and solid: Differential Corrections Received
Off: Differential Corrections no Received
Data Logging
Off: Logging disabled
On: Logging enabled

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1.3.1 Power Button Functions
The NR3 Power Button has several functions.
•Power the device On / Off
•Enable / Disable Data Logging
•Enable / Disable Wi-Fi Status
•Reset to Factory Default
Each of these functions can be selected using the following table:
Current Power Status
Action
Resultant Power Status
NR3 is Off
Press Once
Device will Power On (~20 seconds)
NR3 is On
Press Twice
Wi-Fi will Toggle On / Off (LED indicated)
Press Once
Data Logging will Toggle On / Off (LED Indicated)
Note: Data Logging can only toggle on if messages have been previously
selected.
Press and Hold for 2 Seconds
Device will Power Off
Figure 6: NR3 Power Button Functions

1.4 Ports and Connections
Battery bays, SIM card, and serial port are located on the bottom of the unit, as shown below.
Figure 7: Ports and Connections
1.4.1 NR3 9-Pin Lemo Connector
The Carlson NR3’s 9 Pin Lemo connection will power the device without batteries when using the optional AC Adapter cable. If the
device has batteries installed, this connection will charge and power the NR3.
Communication and logged data transfers can be initiated through the provided USB cable.
1.4.2 Power Input Specifications
Item
Description
Battery
Rechargeable 3.6V –12.24 Wh
Battery Life
6 hours with two batteries (P/N: 215344)
Voltage
9-30V DC external power input with over-voltage protection
Charge Time
4 Hours (typical)