NAL RESEARCH 9602-LP-BTI Satellite Tracker User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- NAL RESEARCH
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NAL RESEARCH 9602-LP-BTI Satellite Tracker User Guide
DEVICES DESCRIPTION
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9602-LP
The 9602-LP is a satellite tracker designed to operate with the Iridium low- Earth orbit satellite network. It comprises an Iridium 9602 transceiver module; and a 50-channel GPS receiver. The 9602-LP allows only SBD connectivity to the Iridium satellite network. -
9602-LP-BTI
The 9602-BTI is a variation of the original 9602-LP. It functions the same as the 9602-LP, but also is built more ruggedly to be waterproof and weather- resistant in order to endure more hostile environments. -
LED Settings: There are five (5) status LEDs that provide quick visual check to ensure proper operations . These include Power indicator, Iridium signal strength, GPS availability, SBD transmission status, and Emergency mode alert. NOTE: The 9602-LP ships with all LEDs set to ACTIVE.
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Connectors: On the backside of the 9602-LP there is a mini DB-15 connector, an Iridium SMA female 50-ohm antenna connector, and a GPS SMA female 50-ohm antenna connector. The Emergency button is located on the top side of the device.
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Antennas: NAL Research recommends the SAF7352-IG model antenna.
CAUTION: Do not connect or disconnect the antenna when the 9602-LP is turned on.
POWER ON DEVICE
The 9602-LP accepts either +3.6 VDC to +5.3 VDC input through pin #1 or +6.0 VDC to +32 VDC input through pin #9. The 9602-LP ships with hardware set for +6.0 VDC to +32 VDC input.
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With the device turned off, connect the Iridium antenna (gold) connector to the Iridium (gold) connector port and connect the GPS antenna (silver) connector to the GPS (silver) connector port.
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Ensure the antenna has a full view of the sky and the cable loss between the tracker and antenna is less than 2 dB.
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Supply the appropriate DC power to the 9602-LP via a data/power cable.
a) Connect external power input (+6.0 VDC to +32 VDC – Factory default) to Pin9 on the multi-interface connector.
b) Connect external power input (GND) to Pin#2.
- The 9602-LP defaults to “Tracking” mode and begins tracking.
- The device automatically powers up when external power is applied. This can be changed via configuration.
- The cable that supply power to the 9602-LP should be as short as possible to prevent significant voltage drop, which can cause the 9602-LP to malfunction during an SBD session.
Change Voltage Input to +3.6 VDC to +5.3 VDC
IMPORTANT Power must be disconnected before resetting the jumper.
- Remove the modem’s top plate to find the jumper.
- Set the red jumper onto the middle and top pins.
NOTE: To reset the input voltage range back to +6.0 VDC to +32 VDC , set the red jumper onto the middle and bottom pins.
EMERGENCY MODE
- Activate: Quickly press and release the Emergency button to trigger emergency tracking. When emergency tracking is active, the Emergency LED illuminates. You can also activate emergency tracking via input Pin S0.
- Deactivate: Press/hold the Emergency button longer than three
(3) seconds to take the 9602-LP out of emergency tracking.
POWER OFF DEVICE
- Press the Power button for two (2) seconds to turn off the device.
NOTE: Depending on device configuration, press the Power button for two (2) seconds to turn the device back on.
IMPORTANT: The antenna must have a clear view of the sky during transmission.
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