Peak PCAN-GPS User manual

Programmable Position Sensor Module
with CAN Connection
User Manual
PCAN-GPS
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Contents
1 Introduction 5
1.1 Properties at a Glance 5
1.2 Scope of Supply 6
1.3 Prerequisites for Operation 7
2 Description of the Sensors 8
2.1 Receiver for Navigation Satellites (GNSS) 8
2.2 Gyroscope 9
2.3 Acceleration and Magnetic Field Sensor 10
3 Hardware Configuration 13
3.1 Coding Solder Jumpers 14
3.2 Buffer Battery for GNSS 15
4 Connectors 16
4.1 Spring Terminal Strip 16
4.2 SMA Antenna Connector 17
4.3 microSD™ Slot (internal) 17
5 Operation 18
5.1 Starting PCAN-GPS 18
5.2 Status LEDs 18
5.3 Sleep Mode 18
5.4 Wake-up 19
5.4.1 Wake-up Externally by High Level 19
5.4.2 Wake-up via CAN Message 19
6 Software 20
6.1 Installing the GNU ARM Toolchain 20
6.2 Library 21

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6.3 Firmware Examples (Compiling) 21
7 Firmware Update 23
7.1 System Requirements 23
7.2 Preparing Hardware and Software 23
7.3 Sending the Firmware 25
8 Technical Specifications 29
Appendix A CE Certificate 33
Appendix B Dimension Drawing 34
Appendix C CAN-Messages of the Demo Firmware 35
C.1 CAN Messages from the PCAN-GPS 35
C.2 CAN Messages to the PCAN-GPS 38
Appendix D Data Sheets 40
Appendix E Disposal Information (Battery) 41

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1 Introduction
The PCAN-GPS is a programmable sensor module for position and
orientation determination. It has a satellite receiver, a magnetic field
sensor, an accelerometer, and a gyroscope. The sampled data can
be transmitted on a CAN bus and logged on the internal memory
card. The data processing is performed by a microcontroller of the
NXP LPC4000 series.
Using the supplied library and the Yagarto GNU ARM toolchain
(contains the GNU Compiler Collection GCC for C and C++), custom
firmware can be created and then transferred to the module via
CAN. This gives a whole range of options for manipulation,
evaluation, filtering, and routing of the data traffic.
On delivery, the PCAN-GPS is provided with a demo firmware that
transmits the raw data of the sensors periodically on the CAN bus.
The source code of the demo firmware as well as further
programming examples are included in the scope of supply.
1.1 Properties at a Glance
NXP LPC4000 series microcontroller (ARM Cortex-M4)
Receiver for navigation satellites u-blox MAX-7W
(GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, QZSS, and SBAS)
Bosch BMC050 electronic three-axis magnetic field sensor and
three-axis accelerometer
Gyroscope STMicroelectronics L3GD20
High-speed CAN channel (ISO 11898-2) with bit rates from
40 kbit/s to 1 Mbit/s
Complies with CAN specifications 2.0 A/B

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On-chip 4 kByte EEPROM
Internal microSD™ memory card slot, e.g. for logging position
data (microSD™ memory card not in the scope of supply)
Wake-up by CAN bus or a separate input
2 digital inputs (High-active)
1 digital output (Low-side driver)
LEDs for status signaling
Connection via a 10-pole spring terminal strip (Phoenix)
Voltage supply from 8 to 30 V
Extended operating temperature range from -40 to +85 °C
(with exception of the button cell)
New firmware can be loaded via CAN interface
1.2 Scope of Supply
PCAN-GPS in a plastic casing
10-pin spring terminal strip
External antenna for satellite reception
Windows development software
(Yagarto GNU ARM toolchain, flash program)
Library with programming examples
Manual in PDF format

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1.3 Prerequisites for Operation
Power supply in the range of 8 to 30 V DC
For updating the firmware via CAN:
 CAN interface of the PCAN series for the computer
(e.g. PCAN-USB)
 Operating system Windows 10, 8.1, 7 (32/64-bit)

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2 Description of the Sensors
This chapter describes the characteristics of the sensors that are
used in the PCAN-GPS in short form and gives instructions for use.
For additional information about the sensors, see the technical
specifications (on page 29) and the data sheets of the respective
manufacturers (Appendix D on page 40).
2.1 Receiver for Navigation Satellites
(GNSS)
The u-blox MAX-7W receiver is designed for the following global
navigation satellite systems (GNSS):
GPS (USA)
GLONASS (Russia)
Galileo (Europe)
QZSS (Japan)
SBAS (supplementary)
To receive a satellite signal, an external antenna must be connected
to the SMA socket . Both passive and active antennas are suitable.
An active antenna is included.
The use of GPS and GLONASS cannot happen simultaneously. On
the one hand, the external antenna must match the respective
system (the supplied one can receive both), on the other hand, the
GNSS receiver must be switched.
For a faster position fix after turning on the PCAN-GPS, the internal
RTC and the internal backup RAM can be supplied by the button
cell. This requires a hardware modification (see section 3.2 on page
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2.2 Gyroscope
The STMicroelectronics L3GD20 gyroscope is a three-axis angular
rate sensor. It returns the rotational speed around X, Y, and Z axis.
X: roll
Y: pitch
Z: yaw
Gyroscope axes in relation to the PCAN-GPS casing
The covered rotation angle can be determined by integration over
time.
There are two sensor-internal filters for limitation and damping of
output values. They are implemented by configurable high-pass and
low-pass.
With its cut-off frequency (3 dB level), the high-pass defines the
minimum angular velocity needed for transmission. With the low-
pass in contrast, it is possible to affect the transmission of faster
rotation angles. Typical values for output can be distinguished from
intermittent fast movements. The selected filter characteristic is
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Filter curve of high-pass and low-pass
2.3 Acceleration and Magnetic Field Sensor
The acceleration and magnetic field sensor Bosch Sensortec
BMC050 is used to determine the position in a magnetic field (such
as the earth's magnetic field) and the acceleration along three axes.
Axes of the acceleration and magnetic field sensor
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There are three configurable control lines to adjust the function to
the respective application: Data Ready MAG, Interrupt_MAG, and
Interrupt_ACC1. Interrupt_ACC2 is not connected to the microcon-
troller. All connected interrupt lines of the sensor are provided with
pull-up resistors.
Since both functions of the sensor are independent of each other,
also the corresponding interrupt functions are not linked. The
interrupt for the acceleration sensor can be configured from seven
functionalities, its timing validity can be adjusted. The functional
scope of the magnetic field sensor interrupt comprises four sources.
The offset compensation of the acceleration sensor is done via the
addition of a correction value which is copied from the EEPROM.
This requires a conversion of an 8-bit value (Public Register) to a 10-
bit value (Internal Register) (see table). With one of the four
compensation methods, the correction value can be checked and
readjusted.
Compensation value for measuring range
Bit in Public register ±2 G ±4 G ±8 G ±16 G
8 (msb): sign ± ± ± ±
7 500 mG 500 mG 500 mG 500 mG
6 250 mG 250 mG 250 mG 250 mG
5 125 mG 125 mG 125 mG 125 mG
4 62.5 mG 62.5 mG 62.5 mG 62.5 mG
3 31.3 mG 31.3 mG 31.3 mG 31.3 mG
2 15.6 mG 15.6 mG 15.6 mG -
1 (lsb) 7.8 mG 7.8 mG - -
The correction value can be determined with four methods. A target
value (± 1 G in X/Y/Z) is given in this process. The methods deter-
mine the necessary offset of the measured value until it reaches the
target value. The offset appears in the Public Register and may be
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Slow compensation: Over several steps (8 or 16), the correction
value is gradually adjusted (4 lsb) to reach the target value.
Fast compensation: The correction value is calculated from the
average of 16 measurements and the target value.
Manual compensation: The user specifies a correction value.
Inline calibration: The calculated correction value is stored in the
EEPROM.

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3 Hardware Configuration
Basic settings can be made on the circuit board of the PCAN-GPS
module by using solder jumpers. On delivery, there are the
following presets:
3 coding solder jumpers: all open
Buffer battery for satellite reception: not connected
These settings need to be adjusted only if necessary. On delivery,
you can operate the PCAN-GPS module without changing the
hardware configuration.
Attention! Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy
components on the PCAN-GPS circuit board. Take precautions
to avoid ESD when handling the circuit board.

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3.1 Coding Solder Jumpers
The three solder fields for coding solder jumpers (ID0, ID1, ID2) are
each assigned to one port of the LPC4074 microcontroller (μC).
Solder fields for coding solder jumpers on the circuit board
Solder field is … Status at the port
bridged Low
open High
The status of the ports is relevant in the following cases:
The loaded firmware is programmed so that it reads the status
at the corresponding ports of the microcontroller. For example,
the activation of certain functions of the firmware or the coding
of an ID is conceivable here.
For a firmware update via CAN, the PCAN-GPS module is identi-
fied by a 3-bit ID which is determined by solder jumpers. A bit is
set (1) when the corresponding solder field is open (default
setting: ID 7, all solder fields open).

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Solder field ID0 ID1 ID2
Binary digit 001 010 100
Decimal equivalent 1 2 4
See also chapter 7 Firmware Update on page 23.
3.2 Buffer Battery for GNSS
The receiver for navigation satellites (GNSS) needs about half a
minute until the first position fix after switching on the PCAN-GPS
module. To shorten this period, the button cell can be used as a
buffer battery for a quick start of the GNSS Receiver. However, this
will shorten the life of the button cell.
On solder field JP6, a solder bridge must be set that connects the
button cell with the GNSS receiver.
Solder field JP6 on the circuit board

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4 Connectors
4.1 Spring Terminal Strip
Spring terminal strip with 3.5 mm pitch
(Phoenix Contact FMC 1,5/10-ST-3,5 - 195234)
Terminal Identifier Function
1 UbPower supply 8 - 30 V DC,
e.g. car terminal 30, reverse-polarity
protection
2 GND Ground
3 CAN_L
4 CAN_H
Differential CAN signal
5 DOut Digital output, Low-side switch
6 DIn1 Digital input, High-active (internal pull-
down), inverting
7 Boot CAN CAN bootloader activation, High-active
8 GND Ground
9 Wake-up External wake-up signal, High-active, e.g.
car terminal 15
10 DIn2 Digital input, High-active (internal pull-
down), inverting

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4.2 SMA Antenna Connector
An external antenna must be connected to the SMA socket for the
reception of satellite signals. Both passive and active antennas are
suitable. For an active antenna, a supply of 3.3 V with at most
50 mA can be switched through the GNSS receiver.
The scope of supply of the PCAN-GPS provides an active antenna
that is suitable for the navigation satellite systems GPS and
GLONASS.
4.3 microSD™ Slot (internal)
For the recording of, for example, status and location information, a
microSD™ memory card of the types SD and SDHC can be used
(not included). The maximum capacity is 32 GByte.
Freely available source code exists for the implementation of the
FAT32 file system in custom firmware.
Note: The microSD™ connectivity in the PCAN-GPS module is
not suitable for recording large data flows, such as the CAN
traffic.
In order to insert a memory card, open the casing of the PCAN-GPS
module by loosening the two fixing screws.

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5 Operation
5.1 Starting PCAN-GPS
The PCAN-GPS is activated by applying the supply voltage to the
respective ports (see chapter 4.1
Spring Terminal Strip on page 16).
The firmware in the flash memory is subsequently run.
At delivery, the PCAN-GPS is provided with a demo firmware. At a
CAN bit rate of 500 kbit/s, it periodically transmits the raw values
determined by the sensors. In Appendix C on page 35, there is a list
of the used CAN messages.
5.2 Status LEDs
The PCAN-GPS has two status LEDs that can be green, red, or
orange. The status LEDs are controlled by the running firmware.
If the PCAN-GPS module is in CAN bootloader mode which is used
for a firmware update (see chapter 7 on page 23), the two LEDs are
in the following state:
Status 1 (left): orange, quickly blinking
Status 2 (right): orange
5.3 Sleep Mode
The PCAN-GPS can be set into sleep mode via a specific CAN
message. The voltage supply is turned off for a majority of the
electronic components in the PCAN-GPS and the current
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ended via various wake-up events. More about this in the following
section 5.4.
Tip: In the supplied example application, the sleep mode is
activated by a specific CAN message with the CAN ID 0x651. To
do this, the lowest bit in the first data byte must be set in order
to activate the sleep mode.
5.4 Wake-up
If the PCAN-GPS is in sleep mode, a wake-up signal will be required
for the device to turn on again. The following subsections show the
possibilities.
5.4.1 Wake-up Externally by High Level
Via pin 9 of the connector strip (see section 4.1), a high level (at
least 1.3 V) can be applied over the entire voltage range in order to
turn on the PCAN-GPS.
Note: As long as a voltage is present at the wake-up pin, it is
not possible to turn off the PCAN-GPS.
5.4.2 Wake-up via CAN Message
When receiving any CAN message, the PCAN-GPS will turn on
again.

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6 Software
This chapter covers the installation of the Yagarto GNU ARM
toolchain and gives notes about the software library and the
firmware examples.
Software, source code, and additional information are included on
the supplied DVD in the following directory branch:
/Develop/Microcontroller hardware/PCAN-GPS/
6.1 Installing the GNU ARM Toolchain
To compile the code examples and the custom firmware code under
Windows, install Yagarto on your computer. Yagarto is a collection
of tools to develop applications for ARM processors and microcon-
trollers on Windows platforms. The collection includes the GNU
GCC compiler for C and C++, Make, and further tools. Further
information about Yagarto: www.yagarto.de
System requirement: Windows 10, 8.1, 7 (32/64-bit)
Do the following to install Yagarto:
1. From the directory branch on the provided DVD mentioned
above, change to the Compiler subdirectory.
The directory contains the two installation programs
yagarto-*.exe and yagarto-tools-*.exe.
2. Execute the first installation program and follow its
instructions.
If you don't want to use the default destination folder, make
sure that your customized path doesn't contain any spaces.
Otherwise compile operations will not work later.