Novatel L1/L2 GPSAntenna 503 Operation manual

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17 March 2003
OM-20000018 Rev. 4
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NovAtel L1/L2 GPSAntenna™
Model 503
- User Information -
DESCRIPTION
The Model 503 GPSAntenna is intended for applications that demand high accuracy;
for example, it is ideal for use at a DGPS reference station. The radome allows the
antenna to be used in severe weather and hostile environments. The spike at the top
of the radome is intended to keep birds from perching above the antenna. For
alignment purposes, a “north” arrow is engraved on the bottom of the choke ring.
The Model 503 GPSAntenna is an active antenna designed to operate at the GPS L1
and L2 frequencies, 1575.42 and 1227.60 MHz. The microstrip receiving elements
are coupled to filters and a low-noise amplifier (LNA). The unit is optimized to
receive right-hand-circularly-polarized signals, and its radiation pattern is shaped to
reduce signals arriving at low elevation angles. Furthermore, the performance of the
choke ring is characterized by very smooth main beam tapering, pronounced pattern
cutoff near horizon, and additional left-hand, circular-polarization discrimination.
Together, these features decrease the errors associated with electromagnetic
interference and multipath.
Both the input DC power and the output RF signal flow over a single coaxial cable
that is connected to the unit's TNC female connector.
The antenna baseplate features a permanent adaptor that accepts a 5/8x 11 threaded
bolt; this allows the antenna to be used on a tripod.
ÌCaution: overtightening a bolt into the base may damage the base.

GPSAntenna Model 503
Technical Specifications
- ELECTRICAL -
3 dB pass band: L1: 1575 ± 10 MHz
L2: 1227 ± 10 MHz
Out-of-band rejection: fc+ 50 MHz: 60 dB (L1), 50 dB (L2)
fc−50 MHz: 25 dB (L1), 23 dB (L2)
fc+ 100 MHz: 70 dB (L1), 70 dB (L2)
fc−100 MHz: 45 dB (L1), 35 dB (L2)
Antenna elev. pattern: θ = 90°: + 8.0 dBic (typical)
(90°= zenith) 20°≤ θ < 90°: - 3.5 dBic to 8.0 dBic (typical)
5
°≤ θ < 20°: - 8.5 dBic to -1.0 dBic (typical)
0
°≤ θ < 5°: - 9.5 dBic to -5.5 dBic (typical)
θ = 0°: - 9.5 dBic to -7.0 dBic (typical)
LNA gain: 26 ± 2 dB
Polarization: Right-hand circular
Noise figure: ≤2.5 dB
L1-L2 differential
propagation delay: ≤10.0 nsec
Axial ratio: θ = 90°: 2.0 dB max. (L2), 5.0 dB max. (L1)
(90°= zenith) 30°≤ θ < 90°: 4.0 dB max. (L2), 8.0 dB max. (L1)
15°≤ θ < 30°: 6.0 dB max. (L2), 10.0 dB max. (L1)
5
°≤ θ < 15°: 7.0 dB max. (L2), 11.0 dB max. (L1)
0
°≤ θ < 5°: 6.0 dB max. (L2), 11.0 dB max. (L1)
Nominal impedance: 50 Ω
VSWR: ≤2.0:1
Power requirements: ≤50 mA @ + 4.25 to + 18.0 V DC
40 mA (typical) @ 5.0 V DC
Power handling: ≤ 1 W
- MECHANICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL -
Finish: Weatherable polymer
Weight: ≤3.293 kg
Altitude: ≤6096 m (20,000')
Temperature: -55 °C to +70 °C
Mechanical Drawings
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Note: All dimensions in millimetres except for thread size.