Novatel MarinePak7 User manual

OM-20000188 1 December 2020
MarinePak7
User Manual

MarinePak7 User Manual
Publication Number: OM-20000188
Revision Level: 1
Revision Date: December 2020
Warranty
NovAtel Inc. warrants that its GNSS products are free from defects in materials and workmanship, subject
to the conditions set forth on our web site: novatel.com/products/novatel-warranty-and-return-policies.
Return Instructions
To return products, refer to the instructions found at: novatel.com/products/novatel-warranty-and-return-
policies.
Proprietary Notice
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on
the part of NovAtel Inc. The software described in this document is furnished under a licence agreement or
non-disclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of the
agreement. It is against the law to copy the software on any medium except as specifically allowed in the
license or non-disclosure agreement.
The information contained within this manual is believed to be true and correct at the time of publication.
NovAtel and OEM7 are registered trademarks of NovAtel Inc.
MarinePak7 is a trademark of NovAtel Inc.
All other brand names are trademarks of their respective holders.
© Copyright 2020 NovAtel Inc. All rights reserved.
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Table of Contents
Regulatory and Compliance 6
Customer Support 9
Chapter 1 Introduction 10
1.1 MarinePak7 Connectors 10
1.2 Manual Scope 11
1.2.1 Conventions 11
Chapter 2 MarinePak7 Installation 13
2.1 System Components 13
2.1.1 Optional Accessories 13
2.2 Additional Equipment Required 13
2.3 MarinePak7 Cables 13
2.4 Selecting a GNSS Antenna 14
2.5 Choosing a Coaxial Cable 15
2.6 Installation Overview 15
2.7 Mounting the GNSS Antenna 17
2.8 Mounting the MarinePak7 17
2.8.1 MarinePak7 Siting Guidelines 17
2.8.2 Ceiling Mount 18
2.9 Connect Power to the MarinePak7 18
2.9.1 Connect the MarinePak7 to AC Power Source 19
2.9.2 Connect the MarinePak7 to a DC Power Source 19
2.9.3 MarinePak7 Internal Battery 19
2.10 Cellular Antenna Installation 20
2.11 Communication with the MarinePak7 21
2.11.1 LCDUser Interface 21
2.11.2 Wi-Fi 21
2.11.3 Ethernet Port 21
2.11.4 ICOM Ports 22
2.11.5 Serial COM Ports 22
2.11.6 GSM Cellular Modem 22
2.11.7 UHF Radio 22
2.11.8 Universal Serial Bus (USB) Port 22
Chapter 3 Configure the MarinePak7 Using the LCD UI 23
3.1 LCD User Interface 23
3.2 Position Status 24
3.2.1 Position Configuration 27
3.2.2 Base Station Configuration 28
3.3 Heading Status 29
3.3.1 Heading Configuration 30
3.4 INS Status 30
3.4.1 INS Configuration 31
3.5 GNSS Status 33
3.5.1 GNSS Configuration 34
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3.6 LBAND Status 34
3.6.1 LBAND Configuration 36
3.7 MSK Status 37
3.7.1 MSK Configuration 38
3.8 UHF Status 39
3.8.1 UHF Configuration 40
3.9 GSM Status 43
3.10 Serial Status 44
3.10.1 Serial Configuration 45
3.11 Net Port Status 47
3.11.1 Net Port Configuration 48
3.12 Network Status 50
3.12.1 Network Configuration 51
3.13 System Status 52
3.13.1 System Configuration 53
3.14 System Information 55
Chapter 4 Web User Interface 57
4.1 Open the Web UI 57
4.2 Web UI Menu 57
4.3 Dashboard 58
4.3.1 General Status Tile 58
4.3.2 Module Status Tile 59
4.3.3 Status History Tile 59
4.3.4 GNSS Position Tile 60
4.3.5 Carrier To Noise Tile 63
4.3.6 Position Accuracy Tile 63
4.3.7 Standard Deviation Tile 64
4.4 GNSS Receiver 64
4.4.1 GNSS Status Tile 65
4.4.2 Position Status Tile 65
4.4.3 Details Tile 66
4.4.4 Receiver Configurable Parameters Tile 67
4.4.5 NTRIP Tile 68
4.4.6 Ethernet Tile 70
4.4.7 PPS Tile 70
4.5 LBand 71
4.5.1 LBand Status Tile 71
4.5.2 LBand Details Tile 72
4.5.3 L-band Configuration Tile 72
4.6 UHF Radio 73
4.6.1 UHF Radio Status Tile 74
4.6.2 UHF Radio Configuration Tile 75
4.7 MSK Beacon 76
4.7.1 MSK Beacon Status Tile 77
4.7.2 MSK Beacon Configuration Tile 77
4.8 Serial Ports 78
4.8.1 COM Ports Tile 78
4.8.2 Log List Tile 80
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4.9 Net Ports 81
4.9.1 NET Ports Tile 82
4.10 Logging 84
4.10.1 Global Logging Status 84
4.10.2 Usage Details 85
4.10.3 Disk Usage 85
4.10.4 Log Actions 85
4.10.5 Log List 85
4.11 System 86
4.11.1 Status 87
4.11.2 Wi-Fi 87
4.11.3 Screen 87
4.11.4 Antenna RF1 88
4.11.5 Antenna RF2 88
4.11.6 GSM 88
4.11.7 Firmware 88
4.11.8 Saving Mode 88
4.11.9 System Setting 89
APPENDIX A MarinePak7 Technical Specifications 90
A.1 MarinePak7 Performance Specifications 91
A.2 MarinePak7 Mechanical Specifications 94
A.3 MarinePak7 Electrical and Environmental Specifications 98
A.4 MarinePak7 Data Communications Specifications 100
A.5 MarinePak7 Strobe Specifications 102
A.6 MSK Beacon Receiver Specifications 103
A.7 GSM Specifications 103
A.8 UHF Radio Specifications 104
A.9 MarinePak7 Connectors 104
A.9.1 COM Ports 104
A.9.2 DC Power Port 106
A.9.3 I/O Port 106
A.10 Serial Data Cable 108
A.11 Power Supply 109
A.12 DC Power Cable 110
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Regulatory and Compliance
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Statement
The company complies with Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (2012/19/EU) and its
formal statement is given below.
“In case the product cannot be repaired or you have purchased an electrical product from us that needs
recycling we are registered with the WeeeCare Compliance Scheme and we fully conform with the
European Union's WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU. Any WEEE supplied to the market by Forsberg Services
UK will be recycled by our head office in the United Kingdom. Our compliance scheme registration number
is WEE/GC2611VR and the cost of WEEE recycling as well as the annual reporting of WEEE is the
responsibility of Forsberg Services.
Under Forsberg Service's terms of reference, the customer (i.e.: end-user, reseller, or distributor of the
product) is responsible for all costs incurred by the transport associated with the return flow of WEEE to
Forsberg Services UK. Goods have to be shipped according to the terms set by Forsberg Services in the
contract or other terms of sale between Forsberg Services and the customer.
The WEEE products are to be shipped to Forsberg Services UK stating “WEEE Products” on the delivery
note and packaging. Forsberg Services will not provide any confirmation about receiving the returned
WEEE.”
RoHS Statement
The product has been designed and manufactured in accordance with RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) BS EN
50581:2012 and (2015/863) EN IEC 63000:2018 with all components being RoHS compliant.
MarinePak7 Radio Transmission and Antenna Requirements
UHF Radio
The radio module used in this device has been designed to operate in the 410-475 MHz and 902-928 MHz
frequency bands, the exact use of which differs from one region and/or country to another. The user of this
equipment must take care that the radio is not operated without the permission of the local authorities on
frequencies other than those specifically reserved and intended for use without a specific permit.
For each frequency range the maximum output power is 30dBm, with an antenna impedance of 50 ohms
required.
Radios operating in the 410-475 MHz band can be used in the following countries, either on license free
channels or on channels where operation requires a license. More detailed information is available at the
local frequency management authority.
Countries: AT, BE, BG, CA, CH, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL,
NO, PL, PT, RU, RO, SE, SI, SK, UK, US.
Operating a radio in the 406.0 to 406.1 MHz band in North America is strictly prohibited.
RF Exposure
To comply with FCC and ISED RF exposure compliance requirements for mobile transmitting
devices, a separation distance of at least 1.2 meters must be maintained between the UHF
antenna and all persons..
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This radio transmitter has been approved for use in North America to operate with the antenna type listed
below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list or having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated from that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Antenna Type Manufacturer Antenna Model Maximum Gain (dBi)
Omnidirectional Kathrein Gain flex 71 53 21 6 (406 – 430 MHz) 4
Omnidirectional Kathrein Gain flex 71 53 23 6 (440 – 470 MHz) 4
Radios operating on the 902-928 MHz band can be used in the following countries. More detailed
information is available at the local frequency management authority.
Countries: AU1*, CA, NZ and US.
RF Exposure
To comply with FCC and ISED RF Exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a
separation distance of 25 cm or more must be maintained between the UHF antenna of this device
and all persons.
This radio transmitter has been approved for use in North America to operate with the antenna type listed
below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list or having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated from that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Antenna Type Manufacturer Antenna Model Maximum Gain (dBi)
Omnidirectional Oy CompleTech Ltd. CA915H-TNC_A 5
GSM Radio Interface
This device can operate in European, North American and Australian modes, with the maximum output
power of 35dBm, with an antenna impedance of 50 ohms required.
RF Exposure
To comply with FCC and ISED RF Exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a
separation distance of 20 cm or more must be maintained between the antenna of this device and
all persons.
This radio transmitter has been approved for use in North America to operate with the antenna type listed
below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list or having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated from that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
1Australia (AU) – The authorised operating band is limited to 915 – 928 MHz.
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Antenna Type Manufacturer Antenna Model Maximum Gain (dBi)
Omnidirectional RW Badland Ltd. 3GBM 2
Wi-Fi Radio Interface
This device can operate in European, North American and Australian modes, with the maximum output
power of 17.4dBm.
RF Exposure
To comply with FCC and ISED RF Exposure requirements for mobile transmitting devices, a
separation distance of 20 cm must be maintained between the Wi-Fi antenna and all persons.
This radio transmitter has been approved for use in North America to operate with the antenna type listed
below with the maximum permissible gain indicated. Antenna types not included in this list or having a gain
greater than the maximum gain indicated from that type, are strictly prohibited for use with this device.
Antenna Type Manufacturer Antenna Model Maximum Gain (dBi)
Omnidirectional Siretta Ltd. DELTA25/X/SMAM/S/RA/35 0
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Customer Support
NovAtel Knowledge Base
If you have a technical issue, visit the NovAtel Support page at novatel.com/support/. Through the Support
page, you can contact Customer Support, find papers and tutorials or download current manuals and the
latest firmware.
Before Contacting Customer Support
Before contacting NovAtel Customer Support about a software problem, perform the following steps:
If logging data over an RS-232 serial cable, ensure that the configured baud rate can support
the data bandwidth. NovAtel recommends a minimum baud rate of 230400 bps.
1. Use the Web UI to download the action logs from the internal data storage.
For information about downloading the action logs, refer to Logging on page84.
2. Send the data file to NovAtel Customer Support: [e-mail]
3. You can also perform a factory reset of the receiver to clear any unknown settings.
For information about using the LCD UI to perform a factory reset, refer to System Configuration on
page53.
A factory reset will erase all user settings. You should know your configuration
and be able to reconfigure the receiver before you perform a factory reset.
If you are having a hardware problem, send a list of the troubleshooting steps taken and the results.
Contact Information
Log a support request with NovAtel Customer Support using one of the following methods:
Log a Case and Search Knowledge:
Website: novatel.com/support/
Log a Case, Search Knowledge and View Your Case History: (login access required)
Web Portal: https://novatelsupport.force.com/community/login
E-mail:
[e-mail]
Telephone:
U.S. and Canada:1-800-NOVATEL (1-800-668-2835)
International:[phone]
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Chapter 1 Introduction
Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) positioning observes range measurements from orbiting GNSS
satellites. From these observations, the receiver can compute position and velocity with high accuracy.
With Precise Point Positioning (PPP) and Oceanix corrections, or differential GNSS, positioning can be
accurate to within a few centimeters. For a detailed discussion of GNSS, refer to NovAtel’s book
Introduction to GNSS available from our web site.
The MarinePak7 is a high-performance Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) receiver capable of
receiving and tracking different combinations of GNSS signals and integrated L-band on 555 channels.
Excellent acquisition and re-acquisition times allow this receiver to operate in environments where very high
dynamics and frequent interruption of signals can be expected. The MarinePak7 options include integrated
radio and dual input heading options to provide a tightly integrated and rugged solution for any application.
MarinePak7 output is compatible with NovAtel's Waypoint post-processing software. Visit our web site at
novatel.com for details.
1.1 MarinePak7 Connectors
The MarinePak7 connectors are used to connect other components in the GNSS system to the
MarinePak7.
Figure 1: MarinePak7 Connectors
Label Connector Type Description
GNSS1 TNC Primary GNSS antenna
GNSS2 TNC Secondary GNSS antenna
GSM SMA GSM (cellular modem) antenna
UHF TNC UHF radio antenna
Table 1: MarinePak7 Connectors
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Label Connector Type Description
DC 4-pin LEMO Receiver power supply
RJ-45 Ethernet network
COM1 DB9 Male RS-232/RS-422 serial port
COM2 DB9 Male RS-232/RS-422 serial port
COM3 DB9 Male RS-232/RS-422 serial port
PPS SMA Pulse Per Second (PPS) output
I/O 12-pin LEMO
Input and output signals:
lPPS (Pulse Per Second)
output
lEVENT Input
lEVENT Output
Screw Terminal Receiver grounding point
USB Type A USB Host connector*
SMA Wi-Fi antenna*
The USB and Wi-Fi antenna connectors are on the front of the MarinePak7.
1.2 Manual Scope
This manual contains information about the installation and operation of the MarinePak7 system. It is
beyond the scope of this manual to provide details on service or repair. For any customer-service related
inquiries, refer to Customer Support on page9.
1.2.1 Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
Information that supplements or clarifies text.
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A caution that actions, operation or configuration may lead to incorrect or improper use of the
hardware.
A warning that actions, operation or configuration may result in regulatory noncompliance, safety
issues or equipment damage.
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Chapter 2 MarinePak7 Installation
This chapter provides instructions to install the MarinePak7.
2.1 System Components
The MarinePak7 system includes the following components:
lMarinePak7 enclosure
l1 x Power Supply (p/n: 40023144)
l1 x UK power supply cable (p/n: 60723209)
l1 x US power supply cable (p/n: 60723210)
l1 x EU power supply cable (p/n: 60723211)
l3 x DB9 to DB9 serial data cables (p/n: 60723208)
l1 x RJ45 Ethernet cable (p/n: 60723207)
2.1.1 Optional Accessories
The following items are available to buy separately from NovAtel:
lInspired Energy 7.2 VDC lithium ion battery pack (p/n: 40123423)
lExternal DC Power cable (p/n: 60754003)
lHigh density Expansion Port Data cable (p/n: 60323153)
lPPS cable (SMA to BNC) (p/n: 60423065)
Refer to Additional Equipment Required below for other equipment needed that is not included with the
MarinePak7.
2.2 Additional Equipment Required
For the receiver to perform optimally, the following user-supplied additional equipment is required:
lAt least one quality, dual-frequency GNSS antenna (such as the NovAtel V560 Marine Antenna)..
A second GNSS antenna is required to use the MarinePak7 ALIGN heading functionality.
See the NovAtel website (novatel.com/products/antennas) for information on a variety of quality
antennas available to meet your form factor and performance needs.
lA quality coaxial cable with a TNC male connector on the receiver end for each GNSS antenna.
Interconnect adapter cables depending on site installation.
lIn order to access the Web UI, a computer/tablet/smartphone with Wi-Fi and a web browser or a
computer with an Ethernet, RS-232 DB-9 or RS422 DB-9 port.
lA power cable with 4 Amp fuse.
lA UHF antenna (UHF models only)
lA cellular antenna
2.3 MarinePak7 Cables
To prevent damage to both the receiver and the cables, each connector can be inserted in only one way.
Furthermore, the connectors used to mate the cables to the receiver require careful insertion and removal.
Observe the following when handling cables.
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lUse the appropriate cable for the MarinePak7 connector.
lInsert the connector until it is on straight and secure.
lTo remove a cable, grasp it by the connector.
Do not pull directly on a cable.
Cable Name NovAtel Part
Number
Included with
MarinePak7 Purpose
RS-232 Serial Data
cable (2m) 60723208 Included Communication with MarinePak7 via the COM1,COM2 or COM3 port.
Ethernet cable (2m) 60723207 Included Communication with MarinePak7 via the
Ethernet port.
Power Supply cable
(UK) 60723209 Included Connect the MarinePak7 Power Supply to the mains supply.
Power Supply cable
(US)
60723210
(US) Included Connect the MarinePak7 Power Supply to the mains supply.
Power Supply Cable 60723211
(EU) Included Connect the MarinePak7 Power Supply to the mains supply.
External DC Power
cable 60754003 Optional Connect the MarinePak7 to a DC power supply.
High Density Expansion
Port Data cable 60323153 Optional Connect to the signals available on the I/O port.
PPS cable (SMA to
BNC) (17cm) 60423065 Optional Connect the Pulse Per Second output to another device.
Table 2: MarinePak7 Cables
2.4 Selecting a GNSS Antenna
An active antenna is required because its Low Noise Amplifier (LNA) boosts the power of the incoming
signal to compensate for the line loss between the antenna and the receiver.
An L-band capable antenna is required to receive broadcast Oceanix corrections. A compatible GNSS\IALA
antenna is required if MSK beacon corrections are required. The NovAtel V560 marine antenna is an
example of an antenna that can receive GNSS, L-band and MSK beacon signals.
NovAtel offers a variety of GNSS antennas with band pass filtering and an LNA (refer to our web site:
novatel.com/products/antennas for details of available antennas). The GNSS antenna chosen depends on
the particular application. Each model offers exceptional phase center stability and a significant measure of
immunity against multipath interference. Each antenna has an environmentally sealed radome and all meet
the European Union’s Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) and Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
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For optimum GNSS tracking and TerraStar L-Band reception, a cascaded antenna gain of +25 dB to +35 dB
is recommended.
A dual frequency capable GNSS antenna is required to use SPAN, RTK or ALIGN.
2.5 Choosing a Coaxial Cable
An appropriate coaxial cable matches the impedances of the antenna and receiver (50 ohms) and has a line
loss not exceeding 10.0 dB. If the limit is exceeded, excessive signal degradation may occur and the
receiver may not meet performance specifications. NovAtel offers several coaxial cables to meet GNSS
antenna interconnection requirements, including:
l5, 15, or 30 m antenna cables with TNC male connectors on both ends (NovAtel part numbers
C006, C016 and C032 respectively)
For more information about antenna cabling, including using cables longer than 30 m and in-line
amplifiers, refer to APN-077: RF Equipment Selection and Installation available from
(hexagondownloads.blob.core.windows.net/public/Novatel/assets/Documents/Bulletins/APN-
077-RFEquipmentSelection/APN-077-RFEquipmentSelection.pdf).
NovAtel recommends using high-quality coaxial cables because an impedance mismatch is
possible when using lower quality cables and this produces reflections in the cable that increases
signal loss. Although other high-quality antenna cables can be used, the performance
specifications of the OEM7 receivers are warranted only when used with NovAtel supplied
accessories.
2.6 Installation Overview
Complete the steps below to connect and power a MarinePak7.
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Figure 2: MarinePak7 Configuration Example
1. Mount the GNSS antennas (user supplied) on a secure, stable structure with an unobstructed view
of the sky from horizon to horizon.
Refer to Mounting the GNSS Antenna on the next page for more information.
2. Mount MarinePak7 in the desired location.
Refer to Mounting the MarinePak7 on the next page for more information.
3. Use a coaxial cable to connect a GNSS antenna to the GNSS1 TNC connector on the MarinePak7.
4. If using two GNSS antennas with the MarinePak7, use a second coaxial cable to connect the
secondary GNSS antenna to the GNSS2 TNC connector.
5. Connect the Wi-Fi antenna to the Wi-Fi port on the front of the MarinePak7.
6. If the MarinePak7 is using a UHF radio to receive correction data, connect a coaxial cable from the
UHF antenna to the UHF TNC connector on the MarinePak7.
7. If the MarinePak7 is using a cellular modem to receive correction data, connect a coaxial cable from
the cellular antenna to the GSM SMAconnector on the MarinePak7.
Refer to Cellular Antenna Installation on page20 for more information.
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8. If the MarinePak7 communicates to other system devices using a network connection, connect an
Ethernet cable from the network device to the RJ45 jack on the MarinePak7.
9. If the MarinePak7 communicates with other systems devices using a serial cable, connect a serial
cable from the device to one of the COM DB-9 connectors on the MarinePak7.
10. If using the MarinePak7 I/O signals (PPS, EVENTIN, EVENTOUT), connect a cable from the I/O
port on the MarinePak7 to the devices using the I/O signal.
11. Connect the 12V DC power supply to the 4 pin DC connector on the back of the MarinePak7 and
then connect the power supply to the mains outlet.
Once power is detected the MarinePak7 will automatically detect the charge state of the internal
lithium battery and begin recharging.
The MarinePak7 can also be powered from the internal battery or an alternate DC power source.
Refer to Connect Power to the MarinePak7 on the next page for information about other powering
options.
12. Briefly press the button on the front of the MarinePak7 to power up the receiver.
When the receiver is ready for normal operation the UI screen displays the Position Status (Home)
screen.
2.7 Mounting the GNSS Antenna
When installing the antenna:
lChoose an antenna location with a clear view of the sky so that each satellite above the horizon can
be tracked without obstruction.
lMount the antenna on a secure, stable structure capable of safe operation in the specific
environment.
2.8 Mounting the MarinePak7
Mount the MarinePak7 on a secure, stable surface. For general applications, secure the MarinePak7 using
four screws fastened through the holes in the MarinePak7 mounting shroud. See MarinePak7 Mechanical
Specifications on page94 for drawings of the MarinePak7 dimensions and location of the mounting holes.
For high vibration installations, NovAtel recommends mounting the MarinePak7 using four screws fastened
through the holes in the MarinePak7 mounting shroud or the mounting holes provided on the base of the
receiver. See MarinePak7 Mounting Holes on page97 for a drawing of the location of the mounting holes.
Vibration dampeners or isolators (user supplied) may be used for additional vibration suppression.
Ensure a 15-25 mm minimum clearance all around the MarinePak7 to allow for air flow.
The maximum threaded depth of the holes in the MarinePak7 enclosure is 7 mm.
A suitable thread lock compound is recommended for installations in high vibration
environments.
2.8.1 MarinePak7 Siting Guidelines
lEnsure adequate ventilation.
lAvoid locations that experience excessive vibration.
lAvoid exposure to high temperatures.
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lShield the MarinePak7 from direct sunlight.
lMount the MarinePak7 securely to prevent movement.
lEnsure there is easy access to the front panel.
lEnsure adequate access to the rear panel. Avoid mounting in a recess and have sufficient slack left
in cables (power, interface and coaxial) for the MarinePak7 to be removed without disconnection.
lAll bends in coaxial cable to be maintained above minimum bend radius.
lUse short tails of flexible coaxial cable (e.g. LMR240) with appropriate connections to connect
antenna coaxial cables to the MarinePak7.
lThe MarinePak7 must be Earthed by connecting it to (a ships) ground using the grounding point on
the rear of the receiver.
lAfter the MarinePak7 is installed, the rear panel of the receiver should be accessed only during
maintenance.
2.8.2 Ceiling Mount
The MarinePak7 is shipped with the mounting shroud installed on the top of the MarinePak7. In this
position, the MarinePak7 can be secured to a flat surface, such as a shelf, using four screws. The mounting
shroud can be moved to the bottom of the MarinePak7 to allow the MarinePak7 to be mounted on a ceiling.
To ceiling mount the MarinePak7:
1. Prepare the ceiling mount location by drilling four holes that match the mounting holes in the
MarinePak7 mounting shroud. See MarinePak7 Mechanical Specifications on page94 for drawings
of the location of the mounting holes.
2. Remove the eight screws (four on each side) that attach the mounting shroud to the MarinePak7.
See Figure 9: MarinePak7 Dimensions – Side on page95 for the location of the screws.
3. Turn the MarinePak7 over and place the mounting shroud on the bottom of the MarinePak7.
4. Align the holes in the mounting shroud with the threaded holes in the sides of the MarinePak7.
5. Secure the mounting shroud to the MarinePak7 using the screws removed in Step 2. The torque of
the screws should not exceed 2 Nm (17 inch-lb).
A suitable thread lock compound is recommended for installations in high vibration
environments.
6. Hold the MarinePak7 against the ceiling and secure it using four screws fastened through the holes
in the MarinePak7 mounting shroud.
2.9 Connect Power to the MarinePak7
The MarinePak7 can be powered by a 120/240 VAC mains supply, a 12 to 24 VDC supply or the internal
lithium battery.
The MarinePak7 must always be used with a shielded power cable when the system is not
operating from the internal battery pack.
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The MarinePak7 will use the internal battery as a backup power supply if there is an interruption
to the AC or DC power supply.
2.9.1 Connect the MarinePak7 to AC Power Source
To power the MarinePak7 from a 120/240 VAC mains supply, use the 12 VDC power adapter included with
the MarinePak7.
1. Connect the 4 pin LEMO connector of the 12 VDC power adapter to the DC connector on the
MarinePak7.
2. Connect the AC power plug on the 12 VDC power adapter to the mains supply.
3. Connect the vessel ground to the ground screw on the back of the MarinePak7.
2.9.2 Connect the MarinePak7 to a DC Power Source
The MarinePak7 can be powered by a DC power source that provides a voltage of 12 to 24 VDC.
1. Connect a cable with a 4 pin LEMO connector on one end to the DC connector on the MarinePak7.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to at DC power source that provides 12 to 24 VDC.
3. Connect the vessel ground to the ground screw on the back of the MarinePak7.
For the pinout of the DC connector, see Table 24: DC Pinout on page106.
An optional DC power cable is available as an accessory. See DC Power Cable on page110 for information
about this cable.
2.9.3 MarinePak7 Internal Battery
If the MarinePak7 has the optional Inspired Energy 7.2 VDC lithium ion battery pack, the MarinePak7 can
be powered from the internal battery if an AC or DC power source is not available.
When an AC or DC power source is connected to the MarinePak7, the receiver checks the battery charge
capacity and recharges the battery if necessary. The battery is charged whether the MarinePak7 is turned
on or off. If the power source fails, the MarinePak7 will automatically switch to the internal battery and use
the battery until the power source is restored.
Replacing the Internal Battery
The MarinePak7 must only be used with the Inspired Energy ND2037HD34 battery pack. A replacement
battery assembly can be purchased from your NovAtel dealer. For battery specifications, refer to Table 11:
Battery Specifications on page98.
To replace the internal battery:
1. Use the button to power down the MarinePak7.
2. Remove the Battery/SIM cover.
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Figure 3: Battery/SIM Cover
3. Remove the battery.
4. Insert the new battery.
5. Replace the Battery/SIM cover.
6. Use the button to power on the MarinePak7.
2.10 Cellular Antenna Installation
The MarinePak7 has a cellular antenna port to facilitate the connection of an external cellular antenna. An
external antenna must be connected to this port in order to use the integrated cellular radio.
Figure 4: Connect the Cellular Antenna
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