mettatec X5 Mobile Pro RTK GNSS Antenna User Manual
- June 12, 2024
- mettatec
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mettatec X5 Mobile Pro RTK GNSS Antenna
Product Information
The GNSS X5 Mobile Pro RTK is a high precision external GNSS antenna receiver that works with Android smartphones or tablets. It is designed for both entry- level and field experienced professional users and offers RTK+PPK+NTRIP corrections for accurate positioning.
Description
The X5 Mobile Pro is a high-precision GNSS receiver that operates connected to an Android smartphone or tablet and features an RTK correction system that receives data via LoRa.
Main Advantages
- Multi-band RTK (433MHz and 915MHz frequencies available) with fast convergence times and robust performance
- PPK and NTRIP corrections for centimeter-level accuracy
- Uses GNSS L1/L2/e5 technology found in professional receivers
- Simultaneous reception of GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and BEIDOU constellations
- Includes its own multi-band helical GNSS and LoRa antennas
- Data transfer connection via USB port and Bluetooth
- Compatible with GIS and Photogrammetry Applications that operate with NMEA data
- Includes a red point Laser for easy location of georeferenced points
- Rugged plastic enclosure for durability
X5 Mobile Pro Components
- GNSS X5 Mobile Pro unit
- HeliX5 multi-band GNSS antenna
- LoRa 433 MHz or 915 MHz antenna (Frequency selected by client)
- Rover pole Adapter with 5/8” thread
- USB Type-C cable for power supply
Compatible Android apps
- SW Maps
- FieldGenius
- Survey Master
- Mapit GIS / Mapit NTRIP Client
- YCServer NTRIP Client
- RTK camera (Photogrammetry)
- …and other Apps and Software that use or accept NMEA data via Bluetooth or Serial USB
Product Usage Instructions
- Connect the GNSS X5 Mobile Pro unit to your Android smartphone or tablet using the USB Type-C cable for power supply.
- Make sure the X5 Mobile Pro is securely attached to the HeliX5 multi-band GNSS antenna and the LoRa antenna (433MHz or 915MHz frequency selected by the client).
- Power on the device and wait for the RF LED to blink, indicating LoRa data transmission or reception.
- If using Bluetooth, wait for the BT LED to blink, indicating that the device is waiting for a Bluetooth connection. Once the LED is solid, it means the Bluetooth connection is established.
- For configuration, use the switch on the device to enter the Configuration mode. This mode allows you to change LoRa parameters using the executable application.
- To receive corrections from the Base Station, switch the device to the Transmission mode.
- The X5 Mobile Pro will receive multi-band RTK corrections and provide accurate positioning information in real-time.
- Use compatible Android apps such as SW Maps, FieldGenius, Survey Master, Mapit GIS / Mapit NTRIP Client, RTK camera (Photogrammetry), or other apps and software that use or accept NMEA data via Bluetooth or Serial to access and utilize the GNSS data.
SPECIFICATIONS
Mechanical| ● Dimensions: 85 × 40 × 13 mm (without antenna)
● Weight: 80g
● Operation temperature: -40 to 85 °C
● Enclosed Design
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Electrical| ● Input voltage: 4.75 – 5.5 V, ≥ 5.0 V ensures output power
● Antenna DC bias: 3.3 V
● Peak current consumption: 5V @ 250 mA
● Average current consumption: 5V @ 120 mA
● Current limit on USB cable: 500 mA
Connectivity| ● Bluetooth V4.2 BR/EDR
● USB Serial
GNSS| ● Concurrent reception of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou
● Receives both L1C/A and L2C bands
● Signal tracked GPS/QZSS L1 C/A, L2 GLONASS L1OF, L2 BeiDou B1l, B2l Galileo E1-B/C, E5b
● Number of channels 184
● Navigation update rate: 1 Hz GNSS
● Position accuracy: NTRIP 0.01 m + 1 ppm CEP
● Convergence time: NTRIP < 10 sec
● Time to First Fix: 25s (cold), 2s (hot)
● Max Altitude: 50 km (31 miles)
● Max Velocity: 500 m/s (1118 mph)
Radio configuration| ● Global license-free ISM 433MHz or 915MHz band
● Air rate: 19.2 kbps (default)
● Transmission power: 30 dBm (default)
● Antenna gain: 5 dBi
● Max distance: 10 km, in clear open area and line of sight
PORTS DESCRIPTION
| USB-C | ● Powering the device |
|---|---|
| Antenna Connector | ● SMA connector for 433MHz/915MHz LoRa antenna |
● MCX connector for GNSS antenna
LEDS DESCRIPTION
| RF LED | ● Blinking: Transmitting or receiving data with LoRa (Rx/Tx) |
|---|---|
| BT LED | ● Blinking: Waiting for Bluetooth connection |
● Solid: Bluetooth connected
OPERATION MODES
The device includes a switch for the different operation modes:
Configuration| ● To change LoRa parameters with the executable
application
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Transmission| ● To receive the corrections from the Base Station
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