PANORAMA ANTENNAS GPSK Series Antenna Base with GPS Instruction Manual
- June 13, 2024
- Panorama Antennas
Table of Contents
Installation Instructions
GPS[G]P & GPSK Series
SW3-570 – v3
Introduction
The GPS(G)P antenna and GPSK combi antenna bases incorporate an active
GPS/GNSS antenna module with 26dB gain LNA, which supports GPS, GLONASS,
Galileo and BeiDou in L1 Band.
As supplied, the base can be mounted on panels up to 6mm thick in a single
15mm hole.
An extender kit is available as an option for use when fitting to a thick
mounting panel.
Electrical Safety Note
This product contains an active GPS/GNSS antenna (part number SR8-HG26-04FJ).
Rated voltage: 3-5VDC Rated current: 20mA maximum
The supply to this device must be provided with overcurrent protection of 1A
maximum.
Mounting Requirements and Selecting Location
The antenna must be fitted on a conductive ground plane of adequate size. For GPS/GNSS only, the recommended size is 10cm (3.9”) diameter. For GPSK type, the target* ground plane size required will be dictated by the lowest frequency used by the comms whip. This is based on a half wave diameter, and can be calculated by 150/Freq. (MHz). Examples for common applications are shown below.
Diameter for: 150MHz = 1m (3.3’); 400MHz (TETRA) = 38cm (1.4’); 800MHz (GSM) =
19cm (7.5”)
When fitting the antenna to a non-metallic panel, a ground plane plate of
suitable size should be fabricated and fitted to the underside of the mounting
panel. The securing washer and nut must make a low resistance electrical
contact with the metal panel or ground plane plate (less than 0.2 ohm).
Select a mounting location to ensure that there is adequate under panel
clearance and that there is no double skin panel or cross brace present.
Measure to check for central position if applicable.
*Target refers to achieving the recommended size or as close as possible for optimum performance.
Making the Hole and Fitting the Antenna
Mask the chosen location to avoid damage to surrounding panel area, drill a
pilot hole, then increase to 15mm (0.6″). Deburr the hole and apply protective
primer to the cut metal to prevent corrosion. Remove any paint or primer from
the underside around the hole, to enable a low resistance contact for the nut
and washer.
Remove the protective backing from the underside of the antenna, feed the
coaxial cable(s) through panel. Position the antenna over the hole ensuring
correct orientation and stick to panel by applying firm downward pressure.
Assemble the nut and washer from underside and tighten to 4Nm.
Routing and Terminating Coaxial Cable(s)
Connect the extension coaxial cables to the antenna and route them to the equipment, taking care to avoid running the cables adjacent to any existing vehicle wiring or fouling any moving vehicle component. The cable(s) must not be routed in front of any airbag device. Fit the correct coaxial connector or adaptor to the cable(s) as required.
Commission and Test
Check GPS (GPS/GNSS) cable:
- Check the GPS cable with DC to measure high resistance.
- Connect the GPS cable to the GPS receiver and check for satellite acquisition.
Check communications cable (GPSK only):
- Earth continuity test: The connector body to the vehicle ground should measure <0.2Ω;
- The connector body to the connector centre pin should measure open circuit.
- Carry out a VSWR check, the VSWR should measure as detailed on the relevant datasheet.
Connect the GPS and communications cables or stow the unused pigtails.
Notices
European Waste Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. All
electronic products with the WEEE logo must be collected and sent to approved
operators for safe disposal or recycling. Please recycle where facilities
exist. Many electrical/electronic equipment retailers facilitate “Distributor
Take-Back scheme”for household WEEE. Check with your Local Authority or
electronic retailers for designated collection facilities where WEEE can be
disposed of for free.
RF Safety Note
This antenna should be mounted in such a way that no person is within 20cm
(8”) of the antenna during use.
RoHS 2: Directive 2011/65/EU and its subsequent amendments. Homogeneous
materials composing parts that are compliant with this legislation have less
than 0.1% by weight each of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PBB, and PBDE,
and 0.01% by weight of cadmium. Exemption 6.c applies to this product.
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the
relevant Union Harmonization Legislation below:
Directive 2014/53/EU
Radio Equipment Directive (RED)
EN 301 489-1 (V2.1.1):“Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum
Matters (ERM); Electro Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio
equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements”. Referencing EN
61000-4-2:2009 – Electrostatic Discharge Immunity and EN 61000-4-3:2006
+A1:2008 + A2:2010 – Radiated RF Immunity
EN 300 440-1 V1.6.1 (2010-08) –Electromagnetic compatibility and radio
spectrum matters (ERM); short range devices; radio equipment to be used in the
1GHz to 40GHz frequency range; Part 1: Technical characteristics and Test
methods in accordance with EN 300 440-2 V1.4.1 (2010-8) Electromagnetic
compatibility and radio spectrum matters (ERM); short range devices; radio
equipment to be used in the 1GHz to 40GHz frequency range.
Low Voltage Directive: Directive 2006/95/EC (Electrical Equipment
designed for use within certain voltage limits) of August 2007. Compliance is
declared according to:
EN62368-1: 2014 Audio/video, information and communication technology
equipment. Safety requirements.
Waiver: This document represents information compiled to the best of our present knowledge. It is not intended to as a representation or warranty of fitness of the products described for any particular purpose. This document details guidelines for general information purposes only. Always seek specialist advice when planning installations and ensure that antennas are always installed by a properly qualified installer in compliance with local laws and regulations.
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