Novatel MarinePak7 User manual

Introduction
This guide provides the basic information needed to set up and use a NovAtel
MarinePak7. The MarinePak7 is a rugged enclosure that delivers a scalable high
precision position, velocity and time (PVT) solution. It also provides internal data
storage and enhanced connectivity.
User Documentation
For detailed information on the installation and use of the MarinePak7, refer to the
MarinePak7 User Manual (novatel.com/support/support-materials/manual).
System Components
The MarinePak7 system includes the following components:
lMarinePak7 enclosure
l1 – Power Supply Unit (PSU) (p/n 40023144)
l3 – RS-232 Data cables (p/n 60723208)
l1 – Ethernet cable (p/n 60723207)
lPower Supply cables (US p/n 60723210) (UK p/n 60723209) (EU p/n
60723211)
Optional Accessories
The following items are available to buy separately from NovAtel:
lLi-ion Battery (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)
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MarinePak7
Quick Start Guide
GM-14915166 1 October 2020

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.
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 may be required 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 UHF antenna (UHF models only)
lA cellular antenna
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MarinePak7 Connectors
The MarinePak7 connectors are used to connect other components in the GNSS
system to the GNSS receiver.
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
DC 4-pin LEMO Receiver power supply
RJ-45 Ethernet network
COM1 DB9 Male RS-232/RS-422 serial port
Table 1: MarinePak7 Connectors
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Label Connector Type Description
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.
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Installation Overview
Complete the steps below to connect and power a MarinePak7.
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.
2. Mount MarinePak7 in the desired location.
3. Use a coaxial cable to connect a GNSS antenna to the GNSS1 TNC
connector on the MarinePak7.
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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. 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.
7. 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.
For more information about MarinePak7 installation and configuration, refer to the
MarinePak7 User Manual (novatel.com/support/support-materials/manual).
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Configure and Monitor the MarinePak7
The MarinePak7 can monitored and configured using the MarinePak7 LCD User
Interface (LCDUI)or the Web User Interface (Web UI).
To use the LCD UI, press the keypad buttons on the front of the MarinePak7 to
navigate the LCD UI screens. The LCDUI screens are used to view the receiver
status and configure receiver settings. For information about the using the LCD UI,
refer to the MarinePak7 User Manual (novatel.com/support/support-
materials/manual).
To use the Web UI, connect a Wi-Fi capable computer, tablet or smartphone to the
MarinePak7 Wi-Fi network and use a web browser to access the Web UI. For more
information about using the Web UI, refer to the MarinePak7 User Manual
(novatel.com/support/support-materials/manual).
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Questions or Comments
If you have any questions or comments regarding your MarinePak7, contact NovAtel
Customer Service using one of these methods:
Log a Case and Search Knowledge
Website: novatel.com/support/
Log a Case, Search Knowledge and View your Case History:
(log in required):
Web Portal: https://novatelsupport.force.com/community/Nov_Login
Email:
[e-mail]
Telephone:
U.S. and Canada: 1-800-NOVATEL (1-800-668-2835)
International: [phone]
Telephone support is available from 8 am to 5 pm Mountain
Standard Time (MST).
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