Vector Sensor Reference Manual 17
1. Quick Start
The purpose of this chapter is to help you get your Vector Sensor system running quickly. This
chapter is not intended to replace the balance of this reference manual and it assumes that you
have a reasonable amount of knowledge with installation and operation of GPS navigation systems.
If you are new to GPS and SBAS, we recommend that you consult Appendix C for further
information on these services and technology.
The Vector Sensor system is composed of three main pieces: the Vector Sensor receiver, the
Vector Antenna Array, and an MBL-3 beacon antenna. The Vector Antenna Array has two pre-
installed high accuracy, multipath resistant CDA-RTK antennas mounted on a rigid mounting
bracket. The bracket provides a 0.50 m separation between antenna phase centers. The
remaining parts of the system are a variety of cables and magnetic mounts.
The Vector Sensor is a highly functional system, and as such, it will take care to successfully install
and configure. Although this chapter is titled Quick Start, the volume of information presented
may be initially overwhelming, however, the default configuration of the Vector Sensor provides a
functional heading foundation that satisfies many requirements little additional configuration.
Note - Any increase in antenna separation beyond this measure is at your risk. For
separations beyond the default 0.5 m separation (up to 2.0 meters maximum) requires
the gyro, magnetometer, and inclinometer. The byproduct of increasing the antenna
separation is longer search times and a reduced ability to detect cycle slips.
1.1 Receiving Your Shipment
If you find that any of these items are damaged due to shipment, please contact the freight carrier
immediately for assistance.
1.2 Unpacking Your Vector Sensor System
When you unpack your Vector Sensor system, please ensure that it is complete by comparing the
parts received against the packing slip. Unless your system has intentionally been equipped
differently than a standard Vector Sensor System, you should find the following parts in your
system.
• One Vector Sensor receiver (P/N 803-3011-00A)
• One Vector Antenna Array (P/N 804-3019-01A)
• One MBL-3 H-field beacon antenna (P/N 804-2002-04A)
• Two RF coaxial cables - 10 m (P/N 052-0004-000)
• One power Cable - 3 m (P/N 054-0009-000)
• Two RS-232 serial cables - 3 m (P/N 050-0011-022)
• One Vector Sensor Manual (P/N 875-0075-000)
The Antenna Array has two CDA-RTK antennas pre-installed along with two 1-14-UNS-2B
threaded PVC mounting bases.
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