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Garmin GPS 18x Series User Manual

Garmin GPS 18x Series
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GPS 18x
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
Garmin International, Inc.
1200 E. 151
st
Street
Olathe, KS 66062 USA
190-00879-08, Revision B
January 2008

Table of Contents

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Garmin GPS 18x Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
WAAS EnabledYes
AntennaBuilt-in patch antenna
InterfaceRS-232
Dynamics6g
Update Rate1 Hz
Position Accuracy<3 meters (with DGPS)
Velocity Accuracy0.1 knot RMS steady state
Acquisition TimeCold: < 45 seconds
Data ProtocolNMEA 0183

Summary

GPS 18x Introduction and Overview

Safety Cautions and Limited Warranty

Important safety warnings, precautions, and the product's limited warranty terms.

Product Features and Series Variants

Details the GPS 18x capabilities, key features, and different model variants.

Technical Specifications Summary

An overview of physical, electrical, performance, and interface specifications.

GPS 18x Wiring, Pinouts, and Mounting

LVC & -5Hz Wiring and Pinout Details

Provides pinout details and wiring diagrams for specific LVC and -5Hz models.

Mechanical Mounting and Dimensions

Information on physical mounting options, dimensions, and hardware.

GPS 18x Software Interface and Data Protocols

Received NMEA 0183 Sentences

Explains NMEA 0183 sentences received for sensor configuration.

Transmitted NMEA Sentences

Details NMEA 0183 sentences transmitted by the GPS 18x PC and LVC.

Garmin Binary Output Format

Binary Data Transmission Protocol

Explains the format for binary data transmission from GPS 18x products.

Changing Baud Rate in Garmin Mode

Baud Rate Adjustment Procedure

Steps to temporarily change the GPS receiver's baud rate in Garmin mode.

Windows Serial Mouse Issue Troubleshooting

Resolving PC/LVC/18x-5Hz Mouse Conflict

Solutions for Windows misinterpreting NMEA 0183 as a serial mouse.

Sensor Configuration Software Usage

Using SNSRCFG for GPS 18x Configuration

Overview of the Sensor Configuration Software for setting up the GPS 18x.

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