Quark-Elec QK-AS07-0183 User manual

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QK-AS07-0183 Manual
NMEA 0183 GPS sensor
AS07-0183 Features
 High accuracy, supporting GPS, Glonass and Galileo GNSS
 1 Hz position update rate as default setting, up to 10 Hz rapid position update rate.
 Many formats of NMEA data output –user can configure through Windows configuration tool
 Configurable baud rates (4800 / 9600 / 38400 / 115200 bps) through the Windows Configuration tool.
 Ultra-low (<35mA) power consumption at 12V DC
 Support USB output (via USB adaptor, included)
 IPX6 waterproof enclosure

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Contents
1.Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1.The AS07-0183 ................................................................................................................... 3
1.2.GPS, Glonass and Galileo GNSS ....................................................................................... 3
2.Installation and Operation ................................................................................................................ 4
2.1.Dimensions, Mounting and Location ................................................................................... 4
2.2.Operation ............................................................................................................................. 4
3.Connections ..................................................................................................................................... 4
3.1.Connect two NMEA 0183 devices (RS232) ........................................................................ 5
3.2.Connect to NMEA 0183 devices (RS422) ........................................................................... 5
3.3.Connect Via USB to Windows Computer ............................................................................ 6
Will you need a driver to connect via USB? ............................................................ 6
Checking the USB COM Port (Windows) ................................................................ 7
4.The Configuration tool (Windows PC) ............................................................................................. 8
4.1.Optional NMEA 0183 configuration ..................................................................................... 8
5.Data Output Protocols ...................................................................................................................... 9
6.Specification ..................................................................................................................................... 9
7.Limited Warranty and Notices .......................................................................................................... 9
8.Disclaimer ........................................................................................................................................ 9
9.Document History .......................................................................................................................... 10
10.For more info… ...................................................................................................................... 10

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1. Introduction
1.1. The AS07-0183
The QK-AS07 is a high-accuracy, GPS, Glonass and Galileo GNSS positioning sensor for use in
vessels, automotive, fleet vehicle, and others where that require a small, highly accurate positioning
receiver.
AS07-0183 features superior sensitivity for consistent signal acquisition, reliable position accuracy, and
accurate speed and course-over-ground readings. The AS07 is designed for marine environments and
suitable for other outdoor and vehicular use, with an IPX6 waterproof housing.
The AS07-0183 can be connect directly to the NMEA 0183 devices with RS422 interface. It is powered
by 12V.
The AS07-0183 can be used out of the box, to provide instant positional data to NMEA 0183 devices.
Alternatively, the AS07-0183 can be connected via a USB/RS422 adaptor with a Windows computer..
This provides additional configurations:
 Filtering of desired NMEA 0183 sentences, to eliminate unwanted data.
 Adjusting the frequency of NMEA 0183 output rate (1/2/5/10 per second).
 Adjusting the data output baud rate(4.8k,9.6k,38.4k,115.2k bps)
1.2. GPS, Glonass and Galileo GNSS
The AS07-0813 receives and process messages from GPS, Galileo and Glonass positioning
satellites. GPS, Galileo and Glonass are all space-satellite based navigation systems, also known
as Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS).
 GPS (Global Positioning System), was created by the US government and operated by the
US Space Force.
 GLONASS provides a comparable alternative to GPS. It was created by Russia.
 GALILEO was created by the EU through the European GNSS Agency.
Global Navigation Satellite Systems work by triangulating data from several satellites. At least three
satellites from a system must be accessible/in range to triangulate a location fix.
By accesses more than one GNSS, the AS07-0813:
 increases location accuracy and
 maximizes reliability in case one system is out of range or inaccessible.

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2. Installation and Operation
2.1. Dimensions, Mounting and Location
Figure 1: AS07-0183 Dimensions
AS07-0183 is designed to be securely positioned in an outdoor environment.
The AS07-0183 should be mounted to a strong and sturdy location.
The AS07-0183 has a standard G 3/4 screw thread.
The AS07-0183 can be installed using the corresponding antenna base
(included) or a G 3/4
Base of your choice.
2.2. Operation
The AS07-0183 is designed to be used out of the box, for instant positional data to other NMEA 0183
device. The default baud rate has been set as 4800bps, at 1Hz updating frequency.
3. Connections
The AS07-0183 sensor has the following five wires shield wire.
12V
GND
GND(shield), always connected with GND only if the receive device has shield too.
NMEA OUT (RS232 TX)
NMEA IN (RS232 RX)

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Figure 2 Connection wires
3.1. Connect two NMEA 0183 devices (RS232)
The AS07-0183 sends positional sentences, via RS232 interface, to be available to all connected
devices.
For most of RS 232 interface devices. Only two wires need to be connected as below:
QK-AS07-0183 RS232 interface devices
TX
(
NMEA OUT
)
RX
(
NMEA IN
)
GND
(
and GND shield
)
GND
(
some time called COM
)
3.2. Connect to NMEA 0183 devices (RS422)
Although AS07-0183 sends out NMEA 0183 sentences via single end RS232 interface, it supports most
of RS422 interface(differential signal), in the market.
Two wires need to be connected as below:
QK-AS07-0183 RS422 interface devices
TX
(
NMEA OUT
)
NMEA IN-
(
some times called NMEA/B,-Ve
)
GND
(
and GND shield
)
NMEA IN+
(
sometimes called NMEA/
A
, +Ve
)
Try to reversing two wires if above connection doesn’t work.
The following is an example wire drawing for connection with our QK-A031 NMEA multiplexer.
Figure 3 Connect with A031

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3.3. Connect Via USB to Windows Computer
The AS07-0183 is designed to be used out of the box, for using.
Alternatively, AS07-0183 can be connected via USB adaptor(optional) to a Windows PC for:
1, Outputting GPS sentence to PC via USB port.
2, Filtering of NMEA 0183 output sentences, to eliminate unwanted data.
3, Adjusting the data band rate and data output frequency (data transferred once per second). The
frequency can be set to 1/2/5/10 per second. 1Hz is the default setting and is generally recommended.
Please note: 10 Hz may cause data overflow in some devices.
Figure 4 RS232 to USB adaptor
Only three wires need to be connected to USB adaptor as below to get the connection work.
AS07-0183 USB adapto
r
TX RX
RX TX
GND GND
Figure 5 AS07-0183 to USB adaptor
Will you need a driver to connect via USB?
To enable the USB data connection of AS07-0183, related hardware drivers may be needed dependent
on your system requirements. Please be noted, although AS07-0183 can be used on Mac and Linux
system to output NMEA 0183 data via USB, the configuration tool can only be run on Windows based
system.
Mac:
No driver required. For Mac OS X, the AS07 will be recognized and shown as a USB modem. The ID
can be checked with the following steps:
1. Plug the AS07 into a USB port and launch Terminal.app.

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2. Type: Is /dev/*sub*
3. The Mac system will return a list of USB devices. AS07 will display as - “/dev/tty.usbmodemXYZ”
where XYZ is a number. Nothing further needs to be done if it is listed.
Linux:
No driver is required for Linux. When plugged into the computer, A07-0813 will show up as a USB CDC
device on /dev/ttyACM0.
Windows 7,8,10:
The drivers usually install automatically if your device is running an original Windows 10 version. A new
COM port will automatically show up in the device manager once powered and connected via USB.
The AS07 registers itself to the computer as a virtual serial com port.
If the driver does not install automatically, it can be found on the included CD and downloaded from
www.quark-elec.com.
Checking the USB COM Port (Windows)
After the driver is installed (if needed), run the Device
Manager and check the COM (port) number. The port
number is the number assigned to an input device. These
can be generated randomly by your computer).
The Configuration software will require a COM port number in
order to access the data.
The port number can be found in Windows ‘Control
Panel>System>Device Manager’ under ‘Ports (COM & LPT)’.
Find something similar to ‘STMicroelectronics Virtual Com
Port’ in the list for the USB port. If the port number need to be
changed for some reason, double click the AS07-0183 and
select the ‘Port Settings’ tab. Click the ‘Advanced’ button and
change the port number to the one required.
Figure 6: View of COM port in Device Manager

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4. The Configuration tool (Windows PC)
The free Configuration software is on the CD provided and is downloadable from www.quark-elec.com.
4.1. Optional NMEA 0183 configuration
The configuration software can be used to:
1, Filtering of NMEA 0183 output sentences, to eliminate unwanted data.
2, Adjusting the data band rate. The default baud rate is 4800bps, however it can be set as
9600bps,38400bps,115200bps. Please be note: higher baud rate could leads to losing data if the
transmission longer than 10 meters.
3, Adjusting data output frequency (data transferred once per second). The frequency can be set to
1/2/5/10 per second. 1Hz is the default setting and is generally recommended. Please note: 10 Hz may
cause data overflow in some devices.
1. Open the Configuration tool.
2. Select your COM port number.
3. Click ‘Open’. Now, ‘Connected’ will show on the bottom left side of the configuration tool and the
Configuration tool is read to be used.
4. Click ‘Read’ to read the device’s current settings.
5. Configuring the settings
 NMEA 0183 Baud Rates. ‘Baud rates’
refer to the data transfer speed. AS07-0183’s
output port’s default baud rate is 4800bps,
however, the baud rate is configurable if
required.
When connecting two NMEA 0183
devices, both devices’ baud rates, must
be set to the same speed. Select the baud
rate to match your chart plotter or
connecting device
 Data Output frequency is set to transmit at 1Hz (1 time per second) as default. This can be
set to 1/2/5/10 times per second.
1Hz is the default setting and is generally recommended. Please note: 10 Hz may cause data
overflow on the NMEA 2000 system.
 Output messages are set to transmit all data types as a default setting. However, the AS07-
0183 has an internal filter, so the user can remove unwanted NMEA 0183 message types.
6. Click ‘Config’. After a few seconds your settings will now be saved and you can close the
Configuration tool.
7. Click ‘Read’ to check the setting valid before clicking ‘Exit’.
8. Remove AS07-0183 power supply.
9. Disconnect AS07-0183 from PC.
10. Restart AS07-0183 to get the new setting work.

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5. Data Output Protocols
AS07-0183 support the following output NMEA sentences:
$xxGGA - GPS Fix Data
$xxGLL - Geographic Position Latitude and Longitude
$xxGSA - GNSS DOP and Active Satellites
$xxGSV - GNSS Satellites in View
$xxRMC - Recommended Minimum Specific GNSS Data
$xxVTG - Course Over Ground and Ground Speed
$xxZDA - Time and Date
‘xx’ above represents ‘GP’ if GPS, ‘GL’ if GLONASS and ‘GA’ if GALILEO
6. Specification
Item Specification
Operating temperature -5°C to +80°C
Storage temperature -25°C to +85°C
AS07-0183 Power supply 12-24 VDC
AS07-0183 supply current ≤40mA
GPS Satellites Tracked 14-channel (maximum)
GPS Satellites Acquired 51-channel (maximum)
WAAS/EGNOS Satellites Tracked Any available channel
GPS Position Accuracy 3m (10’) with WAAS (95% of the time, SA off)
GPS-Fix Update Rate Up to 10 times per second (user selectable)
Cold Start Acquisition 60 seconds
NMEA data format NMEA 0183
Certifications and Standards CE, IPX6, RoHS
7. Limited Warranty and Notices
Quark-elec warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and manufacture for two years from
the date of purchase. Quark-elec will, at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in
normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts and labour.
The customer is, however, responsible for any transportation costs incurred in returning the unit to
Quark-Elec. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident or unauthorized
alteration or repairs. A returns number must be given before any unit is sent back for repair.
The above does not affect the statutory rights of the consumer.
8. Disclaimer
This product is designed to aid navigation and should be used to augment normal navigational
procedures and practices. It is the user’s responsibility to use this product prudently. Neither Quark-elec,
nor their distributors or dealers accept responsibility or liability either to the products user or their estate
for any accident, loss, injury or damage whatsoever arising out of the use or of liability to use this
product.
Quark- products may be upgraded from time to time and future versions may therefore not correspond
exactly with this manual. The manufacturer of this product disclaims any liability for consequences
arising from omissions or inaccuracies in this manual and any other documentation provided with this
product.

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9. Document History
Issue Date Changes / Comments
1.0 12-06-2020 Initial release
10. For more info…
For more technical information and other enquiries, please go to the Quark-elec forum at:
https://www.quark-elec.com/forum/
For sales and purchasing information, please email us: [e-mail]
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Quark-elec (UK)
Unit 7, the Quadrant, Newark close
Royston, UK, SG8 5HL
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