Maxor

GNSS Receiver

Users Manual

Copyright Javad Navigation Systems, Inc. March, 2004

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII
Terms and Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XVII Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX FCC Class B Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .XX Canadian Emissions Labeling Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . XXI Manual Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . XXI

Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Principles of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 GPS Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Calculating Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 GPS Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Conclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Receiver Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Maxor Accessory Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 Getting to Know Your Maxor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Internal Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 GNSS Antenna. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Bluetooth Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Radio Modem. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 Power Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 GNSS Receiver Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10 External Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Radome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Option Authorization File (OAF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14

Chapter 2: Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Powering the Maxor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Internal Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 External DC Power Source (user-supplied) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Battery Charger. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Power Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Charging the Maxor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Connecting the Maxor and a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Establishing a Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8 Establishing an RS-232 Cable Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Establishing a USB Cable Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Establishing a PCView Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Maxor Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 MinPad Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Radio Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Configuring a UHF Radio Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Configuring a GSM Radio Modem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 How to Configure a GSM Radio Modem with PCView 2-29 How to configure a GSM radio modem with FieldView2-31 Bluetooth Module Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-31 Collecting Almanacs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34

II Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Chapter 3: Setup and Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Maxor Receiver Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 External Antenna Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Surveying with the Maxor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Static Survey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Kinematic Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Stop and Go Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Kinematic Continuous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11 Real-time Kinematic Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Setting up an RTK Base Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 Setting up an RTK Rover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Chapter 4: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Using MinPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Power Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Status LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Reset Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 FN Key and Record LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Battery LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Modem LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Information Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Extended Information Mode (EIM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Downloading Files to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7 Deleting Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Checking an OAF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Loading OAFs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Managing Receiver Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Clearing the NVRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Using MinPad to Clear NVRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14 Using PCView to Clear NVRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Changing Receiver Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Sleep Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual III

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Zero Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 Checking Firmware Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-16 Loading New Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Things to Check First. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Power Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Receiver Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Bluetooth Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Obtaining Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10 Website . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Appendix A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1
Creating Scripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Appendix B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1 Maxor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1 Connector Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-9 Radio (Modem) RF Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-9 Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-10 Serial RS-232C Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-10 USB Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-11 GPS External Antenna RF Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-12 EVENT and 1PPS Connectors (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . .B-12

Appendix C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-1
Safety Warnings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1 General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-1

IV Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Internal Battery Pack Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2 Usage Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-2

Appendix D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1
UHF Radio Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-1

Appendix E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-1
Warranty Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E-1

Index

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual

Notes:

VI Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

LIST OF FIGURES

Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Maxor Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Maxor Radome. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11 Maxor Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Maxor Front Panel (with and without USB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12 Maxor Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13

Chapter 2: Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Maxor Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Select Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Select Charger Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Select Power Output Modes Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Select Power Output Modes Slots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 View Voltages Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Enable Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Activate Low Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 PCView Main Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Bluetooth and RS-232 Connection Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 USB Connection Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-11 PCView Connection Established . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Configuration->Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12 Receiver Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Receiver Configuration MinPad Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual VII

LIST OF FIGURES

Advanced Configuration Multipath Reduction. . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Advanced Configuration Loop Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 Maxor MinPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15 Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Configuration->Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16 Receiver Configuration MinPad Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17 File->Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 Manual Mode Command Responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Select Serial Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Select Serial Port and click OK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Set Capture Method->Soft Break. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Click Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 PDL Identification Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25 PDL Radio Link Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 PDL Serial Interface Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 PDL Click Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-27 Click Close then Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Connection Parameters Manual Mode Only. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-28 Manual Mode Command Responses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-29 File->Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-30 Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32 Select Communication Port and Click Connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-32 BTCONF Identification Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 BTCONF Parameters Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-33 BTCONF Security Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34 BTCONF Serial Interface Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-34

Chapter 3: Setup and Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Maxor GD and Maxor GGD Antenna Offsets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 MarAnt+ Antenna Offset Measurements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5 Configuration->Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 Select External Antenna Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
VIII Maxor Users Manual www.javad.com

LIST OF FIGURES

Configuration->Receiver->MinPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Advanced->Multipath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Advanced->loop Management. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 Rover MinPad Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 Set All Parameters to Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Receiver Configuration Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13 Base Tab Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14 Base Configuration Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 Rover Tab Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16 Rover Configuration Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Chapter 4: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Maxor MinPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 File->File MAnager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8 Find Files to Download . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Download Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 Download Files Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 Delete Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Tools->Receiver Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 Option Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 Load OAF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13 Tools->Clear NVRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15 Help->About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 About PCView . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17 Floader Main Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Set Device Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 Program Tab Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19 Set Device Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19 Program Tab Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20

Appendix B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Power Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-10
www.javad.com Maxor Users Manual IX

LIST OF FIGURES

RS-232C Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-10 USB Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-11

X Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

LIST OF TABLES

Chapter 1: Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Euro Card Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10

Chapter 2: Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Average Operating Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Data Recording Parameter Behavior. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20 Parameters for Selected Link Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25

Chapter 3: Setup and Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 Antenna Offset Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Antenna Offset Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

Chapter 4: Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 FN Key Functions and REC LED Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4 Signal-to-Noise (S/N) Good Ratios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 Technical Support E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual

XI

L I S T O F TA B L E S

Appendix A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Script Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Appendix B. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Receiver Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) Modem Connector Specifications . . B-9 Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications . . . . B-9 Power Connector Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-10 RS-232C Connector Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-11 USB Connector Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-11 External Antenna Connector Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-12

XII Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

PREFACE

Thank you for purchasing this Javad product. The materials available in this Manual (the "Manual") have been prepared by Javad Navigation Systems, Inc. ("JNS") for owners of Javad products. It is designed to assist owners with the use of the Maxor and its use is subject to these terms and conditions (the "Terms and Conditions"). Notice: Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully.

Terms and Conditions

DISCLAIMER and NOTICE Information contained within this Manual is intended solely to describe the operation and use of the product portrayed herein. This Manual was adapted from Topcon Positioning Systems (TPS) technology and may contain information which applies to use of the product in markets exclusive to TPS which are: the fields of surveying, construction, commercial mapping, civil engineering, precision agriculture, land based construction and machine control, photogrammetry mapping and hydrographic. JNS has exclusive rights to TPS technology in all other markets. Inclusion of such information in this Manual is not intended nor implied to permit use of the product which infringes in TPS markets. If you have questions on your intended market use of the product, please contact your JNS sales representative. Application information is of a general nature only and is not intended to address the specific circumstances of any particular individual or entity, not necessarily comprehensive, complete, accurate or up-to-date.

COPYRIGHT All information contained in this Manual is the intellectual property of, and copyrighted material of JNS. All rights are reserved. You may not use, access, copy, store, display, create derivative works of, sell, modify,
www.javad.com Maxor Users Manual XIII

PREFACE Terms and Conditions

publish, distribute, or allow any third party access to, any graphics, content, information or data in this Manual without JNS' express written consent and may only use such information for the care and operation of your Maxor. The information and data in this Manual are a valuable asset of JNS and are developed by the expenditure of considerable work, time and money, and are the result of original selection, coordination and arrangement by JNS.

TRADEMARKS Maxor, MarAnt+, Lexon, AvAnt, Javad and Javad Navigation Systems are trademarks or registered trademarks of JNS. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY EXCEPT FOR ANY WARRANTIES IN THIS MANUAL OR A WARRANTY CARD ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT, THIS MANUAL AND THE MAXOR ARE PROVIDED "AS-IS." THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES. JNS DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR USE OR PURPOSE. JNS AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL OR THE MAXOR. SUCH DISCLAIMED DAMAGES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OR DESTRUCTION OF DATA, LOSS OF PROFIT, SAVINGS OR REVENUE, OR LOSS OF THE PRODUCT'S USE. IN ADDITION JNS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE OR LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OR COSTS INCURRED IN CONNECTION WITH OBTAINING SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS OR SOFTWARE, CLAIMS BY OTHERS, INCONVENIENCE, OR ANY OTHER COSTS. IN ANY EVENT, JNS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR DAMAGES OR OTHERWISE TO YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THE MAXOR.

LICENSE AGREEMENT Use of any computer programs or software supplied by JNS or downloaded from a JNS website (the "Software") in connection with the Maxor constitutes acceptance of these Terms and

XIV Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

PREFACE Terms and Conditions

Conditions in this Manual and an agreement to abide by these Terms and Conditions. The user is granted a personal, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use such Software under the terms stated herein and in any case only with a single Maxor or single computer. You may not assign or transfer the Software or this license without the express written consent of JNS. This license is effective until terminated. You may terminate the license at any time by destroying the Software and Manual. JNS may terminate the license if you fail to comply with any of the Terms or Conditions. You agree to destroy the Software and manual upon termination of your use of the Maxor. All ownership, copyright and other intellectual property rights in and to the Software belong to JNS. If these license terms are not acceptable, return any unused software and manual.

CONFIDENTIALITY This Manual, its contents and the Software (collectively, the "Confidential Information") are the confidential and proprietary information of JNS. You agree to treat JNS' Confidential Information with a degree of care no less stringent that the degree of care you would use in safeguarding your own most valuable trade secrets. Nothing in this paragraph shall restrict you from disclosing Confidential Information to your employees as may be necessary or appropriate to operate or care for the Maxor. Such employees must also keep the Confidentiality Information confidential. In the event you become legally compelled to disclose any of the Confidential Information, you shall give JNS immediate notice so that it may seek a protective order or other appropriate remedy.

WEBSITE; OTHER STATEMENTS No statement contained at the JNS website (or any other website) or in any other advertisements or JNS literature or made by an employee or independent contractor of JNS modifies these Terms and Conditions (including the Software license, warranty and limitation of liability).

SAFETY Improper use of the Maxor can lead to injury to persons or property and/or malfunction of the product. The Maxor should only be repaired by authorized JNS warranty service centers. Users should review and heed the safety warnings in Safety Warnings.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual

XV

PREFACE Regulatory Information

MISCELLANEOUS The above Terms and Conditions may be amended, modified, superseded, or canceled, at any time by JNS. The above Terms and Conditions will be governed by, and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California, without reference to conflict of laws.

Regulatory Information
The following sections provide information on this product's compliance with government regulations.

FCC Class B Compliance

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television equipment reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Move the equipment away from the receiver. Plug the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is powered. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

XVI Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

PREFACE Regulatory Information

WARNING:

Any changes or modifications to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate such equipment.

Canadian Emissions Labeling Requirements

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Rglement sur le matriel brouilleur du Canada.

Manual Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:
Example
File->Exit Enter

Description
Click the File menu and click Exit Press or click the button or key labeled Enter.

Tip:
Notice:

Supplementary information that can help you configure, maintain, or set up a system.
Supplementary information that can have an affect on system operation, system performance, measurements, or personal safety.

CAUTION: Notification that an action has the potential to adversely affect system operation, system performance, data integrity, or personal health.
WARNING: Notification that an action will result in system damage, loss of data, loss of warranty, or personal injury.

DANGER: UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD THIS ACTION BE PERFORMED.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual XVII

Notes:

XVIII Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION

This chapter provides an overview of the Maxor, including its features and physical elements. Also a brief description of the principals of GPS operation is presented. This information is split into the following sections: Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-2 Principles of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-3 Receiver Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-5 Maxor Accessory Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-6 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-7 Getting to Know Your Maxor . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 1-8 Option Authorization File (OAF) . . . . . . . . . page 1-14

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-1

INTRODUCTION Overview

Overview
Javad Navigation System's Maxor is a dual-frequency, GNSS receiver built to be the most advanced and compact receiver for the navigation market (Figure 1-1).

Figure 1-1. Maxor Receiver

The Maxor can receive and process both L1 and L2 signals, improving the accuracy of your survey points and positions. The GNSS component of Maxor receivers means you can access both the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites of the United States, and the GLONASS (Global Navigation Satellite System) satellites of the Russian Federation, increasing the number of satellites your receiver can detect, thus improving the accuracy of your survey points, increasing productivity, and reducing cost. The dual-frequency and GNSS features of the Maxor combine to provide the only real time kinematic (RTK) system accurate for short and long baselines. Several other features, including multipath mitigation and common tracking, provide under-canopy and low signal strength reception. The Maxor receiver provides the functionality, accuracy, availability, and integrity needed for fast and easy data collection.

1-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION Principles of Operation

Principles of Operation
Surveying with the right GPS receiver can provide users accurate and precise positioning, a requirement for any surveying project. This section gives an overview of GPS and receiver functions to help you understand and apply GPS principles, allowing you to get the most out of your receiver.

GPS Overview
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a satellite-based, line-of-sight radio navigation system run by the United States Department of Defense (DoD). This system offers a global, all weather, 24-hour positioning, velocity, and time service to any user equipped with a GPS tracking receiver, who is on or near the Earths surface. The Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), is the Russian Federation Ministry of Defense counterpart to GPS. At any one time, with a standard 15 degree angle, up to 10 or 12 GPS satellites are visible from any point on earth. When a receiver can also track GLONASS satellites, between 10 and 16 satellites are visible. For information on the current status of the GPS constellation, visit http://tycho.usno.navy.mil/ or http://www.navcen.uscg.gov/. For GLONASS, visit http://www.glonass-center.ru/frame.html. Despite numerous technical differences in the implementation of these systems, both GPS and GLONASS have three essential components: Space GPS and GLONASS satellites orbiting approximately 12,000 nautical miles above Earth and are equipped with a clock and radio. These satellites broadcast digital information (ephemerides, almanacs, time frequency corrections, etc.). Control Ground stations located around the Earth that monitor the satellites and upload data, including clock corrections and new ephemerides (satellite positions as a function of time), to ensure the satellites transmit data properly. User The community and military that use GPS/GLONASS receivers and the corresponding satellites to calculate positions.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-3

INTRODUCTION Principles of Operation

Calculating Positions
Once the receiver locks on to a satellite, it starts recording measurements and receiving the various digital information (ephemeris, almanac, and so on) the satellites broadcast. To calculate a position, receivers use the following formula: Velocity x Time = Distance Where Velocity is the speed at which radio waves travel (i.e., the speed of light) and Time is the difference between the signal transmission time and signal reception time. To calculate absolute 3-D positions latitude, longitude, altitude the receiver must lock on to four satellites. In a mixed, GPS and GLONASS scenario, receiver must lock onto at least five satellites to obtain an absolute position. To provide fault tolerance using only GPS or only GLONASS, the receiver must lock onto a fifth satellite. Six satellites will provide fault tolerance in mixed scenarios. Usually, the number of GPS and GLONASS satellites in view does not exceed twenty (20). Once locked on to a satellite, the receiver collects ephemerides and almanacs, saving this information to its NVRAM (Non-Volatile RAM). GPS and GLONASS satellites broadcast ephemeris data cyclically, with a period of 30 seconds. GPS satellites broadcast almanac data cyclically with a period of 12.5 minutes; GLONASS satellites broadcast almanac data cyclically with a period of 2.5 minutes.

GPS Positioning
Achieving quality position results requires the following three elements: Accuracy The accuracy of a position depends upon the number, signal integrity, and placement (also known as Dilution of Precision, or DOP) of satellites. Differential GPS (DGPS) strongly mitigates atmospheric and orbital errors, and counteracts antispoofing signals the US Department of Defense transmits with GPS signals. The more satellites in view, the stronger the signal, the lower the DOP number, providing more accurate positioning. Availability The availability of satellites affects the calculation of valid positions. The more visible satellites available, the more valid and accurate the position. Natural and man-made objects can block, interrupt, and weaken signals, lowering the number of available satellites. Integrity Fault tolerance allows a position to have greater integrity, increasing accuracy. Several factors combine to provide fault tolerance, including: Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM) detects faulty GPS and GLONASS satellites and removes them from the position calculation. Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) creates and transmits DGPS correction messages.
1-4 Maxor Users Manual www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION Receiver Overview

Five or more visible satellites for only GPS or only GLONASS; six or more satellites for mixed scenarios. Current ephemerides and almanacs. Several algorithms to detect and correct faulty information.

Conclusion
GNSS users can use JNS GNSS receivers to collect data from a network of satellites and control stations to triangulate precise points anywhere on Earth. This overview simply outlines the basics of GPS and GLONASS positioning. For more detailed information, visit the JNS website (www.javad.com).

Receiver Overview
When power is turned on and the receiver self-test completes, the receivers 20 channels initialize and begin tracking visible GNSS satellites. Each of the receivers channels can be used to track C/A-L1, P-L1, or P-L2 signals. The number of channels available allows the receiver to track all visible satellites at any time and location. The antenna receives the different signals for processing. An internal antenna equipped with a low noise amplifier (LNA) and the receivers radio frequency (RF) device are connected with a coaxial cable. The wide-band signal received is down-converted, filtered, digitized, and assigned to different channels. The receiver processor controls the process of signal tracking. Once the signal is locked in the channel, it is demodulated and necessary signal parameters (carrier and code phases) are measured. Also, broadcast navigation data are retrieved from the navigation frame. After the receiver locks on to four or more satellites, it is possible to solve the so-called absolute positioning problem and compute the receivers coordinates (in WGS-84 or another datum) and time. All this information is stored in the receivers memory, which can be downloaded later onto a computer and processed using a post-processing software package. When the receiver is run in RTK mode, raw data measurements can also be recorded into the receivers internal memory. This allows the operator to double check realtime results obtained in the field. Depending on your options, capabilities of the receiver include: Common Tracking

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-5

INTRODUCTION Maxor Accessory Kit

Multipath reduction Wide area augmentation system (WAAS) Adjustable phase locked loop (PLL) and delay lock loop (DLL) parameters Dual-frequency static, kinematic, real-time kinematic (RTK), and differential GPS (DGPS) survey modes Auto data logging Setting different mask angles Setting different survey parameters Static or dynamic modes

Maxor Accessory Kit

Although the Maxor can be supplied with a number of different accessories, this manual refers to the standard kit. For more information about different accessories available, please contact your local Javad dealer or visit the accessories section of the JNS website: (http://www.javad.com/cgi-bin/WebShop/cgi?Action=DrawAccessoriesList). Unpack the kit contents and check all the items thoroughly. If any item included is damaged or missing, get in touch with your local dealer as quickly as possible. The contents of the standard accessory kit contain: Cables Software

Cables
Standard Maxor accessories include the following cables: Receiver-to-computer RS232 serial cable (p/n 14-008005-02) Receiver-to-SAE power cable (p/n 14-008016-03) SAE-to-SAE cable extension (p/n 14-008022-01) USB cable1 (p/n 14-508031-01) Power supply with SAE connector and power/charger cable (p/n 22-530101-01)
1.Only supplied for the Maxor with the USB option enabled.

1-6 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION Literature

Software
Standard Maxor software includes: PCView controller software that can run on a Windows-based computer. Please refer to the PCView User's Manual for detailed information on this software. GPS radio configuration software software for configuring the radio; such as, "PDLCONF" from Pacific Crest and "FieldView" from Javad. Software and software information are also available on the JNS website (www.javad.com). The following software will also be useful for operating, caring for and using your Maxor receiver, and may be required for some applications. FLoader Javad's firmware loader; available on the JNS website. PDLCONF from Pacific Crest firmware upgrades available from the Pacific Crest website (www.paccrst.com/download/upgrade.htm). BTCONF Javads Bluetooth module configuration program; available on the Javad website. FieldView Javad's field data collection software; among many other functions, can be used to configure the radio-modem. Ensemble JNS's post-processing software.

Literature
Maxor literature, including manuals and other product information are available on the JNS website (http://www.javad.com/jns/support/manuals.html): Maxor User's Manual Functional specifications The following manuals will also be useful for operating and caring for your Maxor receiver. PCView User's Manual FLoader User's Manual MinPad User's Manual

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-7

INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Maxor

Getting to Know Your Maxor

The Maxor is 159 mm wide, 159 mm deep, 115 mm high, weighs ~ 1.65 kg, and is versatile receiver and can be configured in several different ways, depending on the usage and function of the receiver at the jobsite. The casing allocates space for two nonremovable, on-board Li-Ion batteries and two Euro cards. One of those cards is the GPS/GNSS receiver and the other is used for communications (UHF modem or GSM). The Maxor has standard interior receiver components and two end panels for user interface, communication, and power supply. For Maxor specifications, see Specifications on page B-1.

Internal Components
Features inside the Maxor casing include:

GNSS Antenna
An internal micro-strip, zero-centered antenna capable of receiving GPS L1/L2 and GLONASS L1/L2 signals.

Bluetooth Module
A combination of software and hardware technology that makes the Maxor mobile, wireless, GNSS receiver that supports a point-to-point serial profile. As such, the Maxor can transfer and synchronize files between the receiver and any other Bluetooth wireless technology device that supports serial profile, including portable handheld devices and external controllers, Bluetooth adapters for PC-USB/RS ports, mobile computers and phones, IPAQs, PCMCA-to-Bluetooth adapters, etc. With Bluetooth wireless technology, the receivers reception and transmission distance is 10 meters (32 feet) for interior projects and 3050 meters (98164 feet) for exterior projects. The Bluetooth modules processor and firmware are independent of the receiver card and power board.

Radio Modem
The Maxor incorporates an internal modem for receiving data from a Base station. The Base station's modem transmits the carrier phase and code measurements along with the reference station information (i.e., location and description) to the rover modem.

1-8 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Maxor

Your Maxor may be equipped with one of the following communication boards (however, your receiver may also be configured without a radio/modem): UHF modem a Pacific Crest PDL (Positioning Data Link) modem; either a 450470 MHz or 430-450 MHz; receiving only. GSM dual-band, dual-user cell phone frequency modem (Europe and Japan: 900/ 1800 MHz; USA and Canada: 900/1900 MHz).

Notice:

To comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 20cm between the user and the GSM radio modem.
The Base station operator is responsible for complying with local regulations for radio operation. In the US, the FCC regulates the use of radio transmitters, requiring a license. Broadcasting without a license can result in severe penalties including the confiscation of your radio and GNSS equipment. Please call JNS Customer Support if you need advice on obtaining the proper license in the USA. The internal radio modem comes with a number of preset frequencies programmed at JNS.

WARNING:

The use of these preset frequencies without a license is illegal. Contact your local authorities (the FCC in the US) to use these preset frequencies.
Once the FCC, or your local authority, issues the proper licenses, your JNS dealer will program your PDL radios (Base and Rover) to enable communications. Complete information regarding your radio system can also be found in your radio modem documentation.

Power Board
The internal power board manages receiver power and battery charging, and is connected to the receiver board and the batteries. The power board receives power from the internal batteries, even when the receiver is turned off. This feature allows the internal batteries to charge, regardless of the receiver's status (on or off). To prevent the batteries from discharging when the receiver is stored, put the receiver in Zero Power Mode (see Zero Power Mode on page 4-16 for more information). The batteries will not charge in this mode. The power board's processor and firmware are independent of the receiver card. To ensure firmware compatibility, the GPS receiver board and power board must be loaded with firmware from the same package.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-9

INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Maxor

GNSS Receiver Board

The Maxor is supplied with a Euro-80 or Euro-112 card, depending on the desired receiver functionality. Table 1-1 lists the options available for these card models.
Table 1-1. Euro Card Options

Euro Card Model

Euro-80 GG (HE_GG)

Available Options
G: GPS L1 GG: GPS/GLONASS L1 G: GPS L1 GD: GPS L1/L2 GD: GPS L1/L2 GG: GPS/GLONASS L1 GGD: GPS/GLONASS L1/L2

Euro-80 GD (HE_GD)

Euro-112 GGD (HE_GGD)

A WAAS-enabled JNS receiver allows simultaneous tracking of two WAAS satellites. Each of the WAAS satellites is allocated its own channel.

Battery
The Maxor receiver is equipped with two nonremovable, on-board, rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery packs connected to the receiver's power board. Each one of these Lithium-Ion battery packs is 7.4 V and 3 Ah, giving you a total power of 7.4 V, nominal, and 6 Ah when fully charged. With a full charge, the internal batteries should power both the GNSS receiver and the UHF radio modem for at least 15 working hours for the Maxor-GD/GG or 12 working hours for the Maxor-GGD. If the internal radio modem is turned off, and with fully charged on-board batteries, the GNSS receiver should run at least 17 hours for the Maxor-GD/GG or 14 hours the Maxor-GGD. The Li-Ion batteries used in the Maxor should run at no less than 98% capacity after 500 charging cycles. These batteries do not need to be drained before recharging. A battery charger (AC adapter) is included with the standard package. See Specifications on page B-1 for technical specifications on the battery.

1-10 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Maxor

External Components
The Maxor casing includes panels for antenna attachment, a user interface, a power port, and ports for configuration.

Radome
Figure 1-2 shows the radome components. Internal antenna Location of GPS/GLONASS internal antenna. Modem antenna connector Modem antenna connector used for internal RF connection. This is a BNC female connector for Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, or a TNC female connector for GSM modems.

Figure 1-2. Maxor Radome

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-11

INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Maxor

Bottom Panel
Figure 1-3 shows the Maxors bottom panel components. Antenna Reference Point (ARP) The GPS/GLONASS external antenna connector (standard configuration)

Figure 1-3. Maxor Bottom Panel

Front Panel
Figure 1-4 shows the Maxors front panel components.

Figure 1-4. Maxor Front Panel (with and without USB)

1-12 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INTRODUCTION Getting to Know Your Maxor

MinPad The minimum interface ("Minimum Pad") for the Maxor receiver. The MinPad consists of three keys and up to four, three-color LEDs. See Using MinPad on page 4-2 for descriptions and usages of the MinPad components. Four serial ports: Port A used for communication between the Maxor and a controller or any other external device. Port B used internally to connect the receiver board with the Bluetooth module. Port C used internally to connect the modem and receiver boards. Port D used for communication between the receiver and an external device. Vent plug Equalizes the pressure between the inside of the receiver and the outside environment. USB Only available on the Maxor GGD with the Euro-112 card. Used for highspeed data transfer and communication between the receiver and an external device. PWR The power input port to which an external power source (+6 to +28 V DC) is connected and where the unit is charged. Slant height measure mark (SHMM)

Back Panel
Figure 1-5 shows the back panel components.

Notice:

Standard Maxor configuration does not contain any back panel connectors.

Figure 1-5. Maxor Back Panel Modem (optional) Modem antenna connector used for internal RF connection. This is a BNC female connector for Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, or a TNC female connector for GSM modems. Event (optional) The BNC event marker connector; provides event input synchronized with a specified reference time.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 1-13

INTRODUCTION Option Authorization File (OAF)

1PPS (optional) The BNC connector for 1 pulse-per-second (1PPS); generates 1PPS signals with programmable reference time, period, and offset; synchronized to a specified reference time. Antenna (optional) External GPS/GLONASS antenna connector. Receiver serial number. Slant height measure mark (SHMM).

Option Authorization File (OAF)

Javad Navigation Systems issues an Option Authorization File (OAF) to enable the specific options that customers purchase. An Option Authorization File allows customers to customize and configure the Maxor according to particular needs, thus only purchasing those options needed. Typically, all Maxor receivers ship with a temporary OAF that allows the receiver to be used for a predetermined period of time. When the receiver is purchased, a new OAF activates desired, purchased options permanently. Receiver options remain intact when clearing the NVRAM or resetting the receiver. The OAF enables the following kinds of functions. For a complete list of available options and details, visit the JNS website (www.javad.com) or consult your JNS dealer. Type of signal (standard L1; optional L2) Memory (standard 0 MB; for Maxor-GD/GG, optional up to 512 MB for Maxor-GGD, optional up to 1 GB) Update rate standard 1Hz (optional 5, 10, or 20 Hz) RTK at 1 Hz, 5 Hz, 10 Hz, and 20 Hz RTCM/CMR Input/Output Event marker Common Tracking Advanced multipath reduction Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) Receiver Autonomous Integrity Monitoring (RAIM) 1 PPS (Pulse-Per-Second; a timing signal)

1-14 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION

This chapter discusses how to configure the Maxor, including instructions for charging the receiver, connecting to a computer, configuring the receivers MinPad interface, on-board radio modem, and Bluetooth module. This information is described in the following sections: Powering the Maxor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-2 Charging the Maxor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-7 Connecting the Maxor and a Computer. . . . . . page 2-8 Maxor Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-12 MinPad Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-15 Radio Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-21 Bluetooth Module Configuration. . . . . . . . . . page 2-31 Collecting Almanacs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2-34

Chapter Tip: Before you can use your Maxor receiver, you need to:
1. 2.

Charge the batteries. See Charging the Maxor. Configure the various parts of your receiver. See: Connecting the Maxor and a Computer, Maxor Configuration, MinPad Configuration,and Radio Configuration (if applicable).

3.

Collect an almanac. See Collecting Almanacs.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-1

CONFIGURATION Powering the Maxor

Powering the Maxor

You can power the receiver using: Internal batteries External DC power source (user-supplied) A battery charger

Internal Batteries
With a full charge, and depending on the type and mode of the on-board radio modem, the internal batteries should power both the GPS receiver and the radio modem according to the times listed in Table 2-1.
Table 2-1. Average Operating Times

Modem Type/Mode
Any/Off UHF/On and in Receiving mode only UHF/On and in 0.25 Watts Transmitting mode UHF/On and in 1 Watts Transmitting mode GSM/Stanby modea GSM/Data Transfer modeb

Maxor GG/GD
17 hours 15 hours 11 hours 9 hours 14 hours 11 hours

Maxor GGD
14 hours 12 hours 10 hours 8 hours 11.5 hours 10 hours

a. In this mode, the GSM modem is ready to transmit or receive data, without being used for an actual data transfer. b. In this mode, the GSM modem transmits or receives data.

External DC Power Source (user-supplied)

In addition to the internal batteries, you can power your receiver with an external power source. The use of external power source allows you to continue using the receiver in case the internal batteries are discharged. The appropriate external power source must provide + 6 to +28 V DC and must be able to supply sufficient current (2.5 Amp) to operate/charge the receiver.

2-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Powering the Maxor

Warning:

Before connecting the external power source and the receiver, make sure that the power source matches the receivers voltage and current requirements. When the receiver uses an external battery as the primary power source, make sure that the charger mode is set to Off. Otherwise, the external battery will also charge the internal batteries, causing operation time to decrease. See Power Management on page 2-4 for more information on setting the charger mode.

Notice:

Battery Charger
The same charger used to charge the internal batteries can be used as an external power supply for the receiver. The charger is provided with the standard receiver package. To use power from the battery charger, connect the equipment as follows (Figure 2-1 on page 2-4): Plug the Receiver-to-SAE cables 5-pin connector (p/n 14-008016-03) into the power port of the receiver (labeled PWR). Connect the opposite end of this cable with the battery chargers SAE connector. Plug the appropriate end of the power supply-to-outlet cable into the battery charger. Plug the other end of this cable into an AC outlet. Press and hold the Reset key for about one second to ensure that the receiver is in Normal mode for accepting power. Turn on the receiver by pressing and holding the green power key for about 0.5 seconds.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-3

CONFIGURATION Powering the Maxor

Figure 2-1. Maxor Charging

Tip:

View the pattern of blinks of the BATT LED to make sure the receiver takes power from the external source. Solid light an External power supply is used and the batteries are not being charged. Blinking once a second an external power supply is used and the batteries are being charged.

Power Management
Use Javad's PCView software to manage the receiver's power. The complete description of PCView exceeds the scope of this manual, but can be found in the

2-4 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Powering the Maxor

PCView User's Manual. The latest copy of this software and the manual can be downloaded from the JNS website. To access the tab controlling the power settings of your receiver, take the following steps:
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Once connected, click Configuration->Receiver. 3. Select the Power Mode drop-down list to set the desired power source

(Figure 2-2). Current Mode displays the current power source.

Figure 2-2. Select Power Mode

Auto receiver automatically selects the power source. Mix receiver automatically detects and consumes power from the source

with the largest voltage.

Battery A receiver consumes power from battery A. Battery B receiver consumes power from battery B. External receiver uses an external power supply. 4. Select the Charger Mode drop-down list to set the desired charger mode

(Figure 2-3). Current Mode displays the charging battery: a, b, or none (off).

Figure 2-3. Select Charger Mode

Off receiver will not charge batteries. Charge A receiver will charge only battery A. Charge B receiver will charge only battery B. Auto receiver will automatically detect and charge both batteries.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-5

CONFIGURATION Powering the Maxor

5. Select the Power output modes Ports drop-down list to set power output on

the serial ports (Figure 2-4).

Figure 2-4. Select Power Output Modes Ports

On the power board delivers voltage on pin one of all serial port

connectors when the receiver is turned on. If the receiver is turned off, there will not be any power on the ports.
Off the power is absent, even if the receiver is on. Always the power board delivers voltage on pin one of all serial port

connectors, even if the receiver is off.

6. Select the Power output modes Slots drop-down list to set power output on

internal slots (Figure 2-5).

Figure 2-5. Select Power Output Modes Slots

On all slots have power if the receiver is turned on. Off internal slots do not have power, even if the receiver is turned on. Always internal slots have power, even if the receiver is turned off. 7. View the Voltages information (Figure 2-6).

Figure 2-6. View Voltages Information

External displays the external power supplys voltage. On Board displays the voltage drawn by the receiver board. Battery A displays the voltage of battery A. Battery B displays the voltage of battery B. Charger displays the chargers output voltage during battery charging.

2-6 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Charging the Maxor

On Ports displays the voltage output on pin one of all serial ports

connectors.
8. Select and check each of the Turn on/off Slots check boxes to enable the

corresponding internal slots (Figure 2-7).

Figure 2-7. Enable Slots

9. Select and check the Enable Low Power Mode check box to put the

receivers processor into low power consumption mode (Figure 2-8).

Figure 2-8. Activate Low Power Mode

10. Click Apply.

Charging the Maxor

To charge the receiver internal batteries, take the following steps and refer to Figure 2-1 on page 2-4: Plug the Receiver-to-SAE cables 5-pin connector (p/n 14-008016-03) into the power port of the receiver (labeled PWR). Connect the opposite end of this cable with the battery chargers SAE connector. Plug the appropriate end of the power supply-to-outlet cable into the battery charger. Plug the other end of this cable into an AC outlet. Press and hold the Reset key for about one second to ensure that the receiver is in Normal mode for charging. The receiver will not charge in Zero Power Mode (see Zero Power Mode on page 4-16 for more information). Turn off the receiver by pressing and holding the green power key for more than one and less than four seconds (until both STAT and the REC LEDs turn off). Leave overnight. Fully charging the batteries takes approximately seven hours. The internal batteries cannot be overcharged.

Tip:

To check the status of the internal batteries, view the BATT LED on the receiver front panel.
Maxor Users Manual 2-7

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Connecting the Maxor and a Computer

A green light indicates greater than 90% charge. An orange light indicates an intermediate charge. A red light indicates less than 10% charge.
The Li-Ion batteries used in the receiver should run at no less than 98% capacity after 500 charging cycles. These batteries do not need to be drained before recharging.

Connecting the Maxor and a Computer

To configure, manage files, or maintain the Maxor, you need to connect the receiver and a computer using an RS232 cable, and start PCView. Also, if an USB port is available on your Maxor, you can use an USB cable and a computer with the JNS USB driver for such connection. Once you have established a connection between the receiver and the computer, you will be able to: Configure the receiver and its components Send commands to the receiver Download files from the receiver's memory Use FLoader to load new firmware to the receiver Use PCView to load OAFs and configuration files to the receiver

Establishing a Wireless Connection

The Maxor receiver contains Bluetooth wireless technology that allows file transfer and synchronization between the receiver and any other external device that supports Bluetooth wireless technology; for example, an IPAQ, or a computer with USB-to-Bluetooth adapter or PCMCA-to-Bluetooth adapter installed. Notice: Changing the receivers Port B default settings will affect the Bluetooth link. The default settings for Port B are: 115200 bps, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no handshaking.

2-8 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Connecting the Maxor and a Computer

The Maxor and external device connection procedure varies slightly depending on the type of external device used. In general, the connection procedure is as follows: Notice: Refer to your Bluetooth-enabled external device documentation for more detailed connection information.
1. Turn on a Bluetooth-enabled external device and your receiver. The default

external device mode is Master; the receivers Bluetooth module mode is Slave.
2. Instruct the external device (Master) to search for the receiver (Slave). 3. Once the Master device detects the receiver, use the procedure described in

the external devices documentation to connect it with the receiver.

4. Once connected, continue with Step 1 in Establishing a PCView

Connection on page 2-10. If you cannot establish a connection, check that the receivers slot three is enabled.
1. Connect your receiver and a computer using an RS232 cable (see

Establishing an RS-232 Cable Connection on page 2-9).

2. Click Configuration->Receiver->General. 3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, ensure the Slot 3 (B) check box is enabled.

Establishing an RS-232 Cable Connection

1. Using the RS232 cable, connect the serial port of your computer (usually

COM1) to the receivers serial port A.

2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on. 3. Continue with Step 1 in Establishing a PCView Connection on page 2-10.

Establishing a USB Cable Connection

Make sure the computer has Javads USB driver installed (available from http:// javad.com/jns/downloads/freesoft/jns_usb.zip) before continuing.
1. Using the USB cable, connect the USB port on the receiver to a USB port on

the computer.
2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-9

CONFIGURATION Connecting the Maxor and a Computer

3. Continue with Step 1 in Establishing a PCView Connection on page 2-10.

Establishing a PCView Connection

PCView is a personal computer software used to manage the various functions of your receiver. The full range of PCView configuration and function is outside the scope of this manual. For more information on any of the procedures in this section or on PCView, refer to the PCView User's Manual available on the JNS website.
1. Once the receiver and a computer are connected, start PCView on your

computer. The PCView main screen displays (Figure 2-9).

Figure 2-9. PCView Main Window

Notice that the lower-left hand corner shows the receiver status as "Disconnected".
2. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, select the following parameters

and click Connect:

For Bluetooth or RS-232 connections (Figure 2-10) Set the Connection mode (Direct). Set the port for your computer (typically COM1, COM2 for RS232 connection and COM3, COM4, etc. for Bluetooth connection) from the Port drop-down list. Set the communication rate between the receiver and the computer (usually 115200) from the Baud rate drop-down list.

2-10 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Connecting the Maxor and a Computer

For Bluetooth connections, disable RTS/CTS handshaking. For RS-232 connections enable RTS/CTS handshaking.

Figure 2-10. Bluetooth and RS-232 Connection Parameters

For USB connections (Figure 2-11) Set the Connection mode (Direct). Set the port for your computer (USB) from the Port drop-down list. Select the receivers ID from the Rec ID drop-down list.

Figure 2-11. USB Connection Parameters

Once a PCView connection with the receiver has been established, the current communications settingssuch as, port name, baud rate (if applicable), and flow control (if applicable)display in the lower-left corner of the main window of

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-11

CONFIGURATION Maxor Configuration

PCView. A timer begins to count up in the lower-right corner as well (Figure 212).

Figure 2-12. PCView Connection Established

Maxor Configuration
PCView is Javad's receiver configuration software, used to configure the various parts of the Maxor receiver. Any settings made using PCView will be saved in the receiver's memory, and will be reflected when you use the MinPad. The full range of PCView configuration and function is outside the scope of this manual. Notice: Refer to the PCVIEW User's Manual to manage all possible Maxor receiver configurations. The following configuration is recommended for the most common applications. However, you can select configuration parameters as needed for your particular jobsite. Notice: Click Apply after making any configuration change, otherwise the receiver will not accept the change.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Once connected, click on Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-13).

Figure 2-13. Configuration->Receiver

2-12 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Maxor Configuration

The Receiver Configuration dialog box displays (Figure 2-14).

Figure 2-14. Receiver Configuration

1. Click the MinPad tab, configure the following settings, and click Apply

(Figure 2-15).
Set the Recording interval in seconds. Set the Elevation mask for Log file in degrees. Enter the File name prefix. Use the last three digits of the receiver serial

number.The receiver's serial number is on the back panel of the receiver.

Figure 2-15. Receiver Configuration MinPad Tab

If your jobsite is in an area that has obstructions (buildings, trees, etc.), and/or the antenna location is near reflective objects, configure the receiver to reduce errors from these sources.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-13

CONFIGURATION Maxor Configuration

2. Click the Advanced tab on the Receiver Configuration screen and then click

the Multipath Reduction subtab. Enable the following boxes, and click Apply (Figure 2-16).
Code multipath reduction Carrier multipath reduction

Figure 2-16. Advanced Configuration Multipath Reduction

3. Click the Loop Management tab, enable the following boxes, and click

Apply (Figure 2-17).

Enable Common Tracking Static Mode (used for static receivers only, disable if using the receiver as

a Rover)

Figure 2-17. Advanced Configuration Loop Management

4. Click OK to close the Receiver Configuration screen.

2-14 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION MinPad Configuration

5. Click on File->Disconnect, then File->Exit to quit PCView.

Notice:

Disconnecting the receiver from the computer before exiting will eliminate any possible conflict in the management of your serial ports. Once the receiver is configured, the configuration will remain until you change it either using PCView or clearing the NVRAM.

MinPad Configuration
The Maxor's minimum interface (MinPad) consists of three keys (Power, FN, and Reset) and up to four LEDs (STAT, REC, BATT, and RX) that control and display the receiver's operation (Figure 2-18).

Figure 2-18. Maxor MinPad

The MinPad performs numerous functions: Turn the receiver on/off, put it in Sleep or Zero power mode. Turn data recording on or off (FN key). Change the receiver's information mode. Show the number of GPS (green) and GLONASS (orange) satellites being tracked (STAT LED). Show data recording status (REC LED). Show each time data records to internal memory (REC LED).

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-15

CONFIGURATION MinPad Configuration

Show the status of post-processing mode (static or dynamic) when performing a Post-Processing Kinematic survey with the help of FN key (REC LED). Show the status (high charge, intermediate charge, or low charge) of the battery (BATT LED). Show the power source for the Maxor (BATT LED). Show the modem's status and if it receives signals (RX LED). You use PCView to configure MinPad settings. Refer to the PCView User's Manual for all possible MinPad configurations.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer for this procedure.

2. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, enable RTS/CTS handshaking

(Figure 2-19) and then click Connect.

Figure 2-19. Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking

3. Click Configuration->Receiver (Figure 2-20).

Figure 2-20. Configuration->Receiver

4. Click the MinPad tab, set the following parameters and click Apply

(Figure 2-21). See the following pages for descriptions of these parameters.
Recording interval on page 2-17 Elevation mask for log file on page 2-17 File name prefix on page 2-17 Always append to the file on page 2-18

2-16 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION MinPad Configuration

Files Creation mode on page 2-18 Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) on page 2-18 FN key mode on page 2-19 Initial data collection dynamic mode on page 2-19 Data recording auto-start on page 2-20

Figure 2-21. Receiver Configuration MinPad Tab

Recording Interval parameter This parameter specifies the message output interval into the log file when the MinPad FN key (pressed for 1-5 seconds) activates data logging. This setting is used not only when logging a single log file, but also when logging receiver data in AFRM mode. Values are 1-86400 seconds. The default value is one second. Elevation Mask for Log File parameter This parameter specifies the minimum elevation angle for the satellites whose data will be put in the receiver files logged when pressing FN. The default value is five degrees. File Name Prefix parameter This parameter specifies what prefix will be added to the names of the receiver files created when pressing FN. The prefix can be up to 20 characters long. The default value is log.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-17

CONFIGURATION MinPad Configuration

Log file names have the following structure:

<prefix><month><day><sequential alphabet letter>

The file name depends on both the file creation time (month and day) and additional letter suffixes to avoid confusion between files created on the same day. Always Append to the File parameter If you want the new receiver data to be appended to an existing log file, enter the desired filename in this parameter. The setting can be up to 20 characters long. Files Creation Mode parameter This parameter has two possible operation modes:
Log file - If the log file radio button has been selected, pressing the FN key

will result in closing the current log file. If data logging is off, pressing FN will open a new log file.
AFRM - If AFRM radio button has been selected, pressing FN will enable

this mode. If AFRM has been enabled, pressing FN will disable this mode. Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) parameters JNS receivers are capable of automatically rotating log files. During a "file rotation" event, the receiver closes the current file and opens a new one according to a user-defined schedule. The Period and Phase parameters specify this schedule. File rotation launches the moment the receiver time module Period is equal to Phase. More precisely, a new log file opens immediately before the scheduled epoch causing data tagged with this epoch to be recorded to the new log file. When opening a new log file, the receiver enables the default set of messages outputted with the default output period. Both the default set of messages and the default output period are programmable.
Period - specifies the time duration of each log file created in AFRM

mode.
Values are 60 to 86400 seconds. The default value is 3600 seconds. Phase - specifies the "phase" (constant time shift) of creating multiple log

files in AFRM mode.

Values are 0 to 86400 seconds. The default value is zero seconds. Files (total) - a counter that specifies how many multiple log files must be

created in AFRM until this mode automatically turns off. This counter

2-18 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION MinPad Configuration

decrements on every file rotation until it value becomes zero, then file rotation automatically stops. The counter initializes with AFRM. Note that a log file opens immediately after turning AFRM on. This startup file is not considered a file rotation event; the AFRM counter will not decrement. Values are 0 to [231-1]. The default value is 0 (zero). Zero means that an unlimited number of log files will be created. Notice: The receiver's memory holds up to 512 files.
Files (remain) - specifies the number of files left for the receiver to create

in AFRM.
Values are 0 to [231-1]. The default value is zero. Automatically remove old files - when no free memory is available to log

data, automatically removes the earliest log file. If this parameter is enabled, your receiver will erase the file with the earliest file creation time/date. AFRM must be enabled to use this FIFO (First-In, First-Out) feature. The default value is off (disabled). FN Key Mode parameter You use these two radio buttons to program how the receiver will react when pressing the FN key.
LED blink mode switch - pressing FN will toggle between the MinPad's

normal/extended information modes and start/stop data recording of Static survey.

FN pressed less than 1 second: changes the information mode (Normal or Extended Information (EI) Modes). FN pressed from 1 to 5 seconds: starts or stops recording (Static post-processing mode). Occupation mode switch - pressing FN (less than one second) will insert

into the corresponding log file a message indicating that the survey type has been changed from static to kinematic, or vice versa. If the REC LED blinks green, the current mode is dynamic, if it blinks orange, the current mode is static. For more details, see Table 4-1 on page 4-4, and refer to the MinPad User's Manual and PCView User's Manual. Initial Data Collection Dynamic Mode parameter These radio buttons specify the starting occupation type descriptor inserted at the beginning of receiver files logged. You select Static or Kinematic to
www.javad.com Maxor Users Manual 2-19

CONFIGURATION MinPad Configuration

specify that the corresponding log file will start with a static or kinematic occupation, respectively. Data Recording Auto-start parameter These radio buttons allow you to program your receiver's behavior in the event of a power failure. Table 2-2 gives the different scenarios available and the results after power is restored to the receiver. "Specified file" refers to the file name entered in the Always append to file parameter.
Table 2-2. Data Recording Parameter Behavior

Before Power Failure

1 Receiver data logged to file specified. 2 Receiver data logged to default file. 3 File specified; receiver data logging not started. 4 No file specified; receiver data logging off.

Enabled Radio Button Results Off

Data logging will not resume when power is restored.

On
Receiver will resume data logging to the same file when power is restored. A new log file will open when power is restored and data will log to this file. No file will open with this name. Data logging will not start when power is restored. Data logging will not start when power is restored.

Always
Receiver will resume data logging to the same file when power is restored. A new log file will open when power is restored and data will log to this file. A log file with this name will open and data logging will start after power is restored.

Data logging will not resume when power is restored.

No file will open with this name. Data logging will not start when power is restored. Data logging will not start when power is restored.

A log file with a default name will open and data logging will start after power is restored.

Also, if Always is enabled, your receiver will automatically start logging data (to a newly created or an existing file) in the following three cases:
After pressing the Power key to turn on the receiver. After resetting the receiver (with PCView or the Reset key).

2-20 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

After taking the receiver out of Sleep Mode.

Radio Configuration
The internal radio in your Maxor and the Base radio can be configured differently depending on your needs and working conditions. The software program required to configure the radio modem differs depending on your receiver configuration, and allows you to: access the internal modem configure the modem check or change the modem configuration The following sections provide basic radio configuration information for UHF and GSM radio modems. Notice: Your receiver may be configured without a radio modem. If this is the case, please skip to Bluetooth Module Configuration on page 2-31.

Configuring a UHF Radio Modem

To access your PDL UHF radio modem, you create a daisy chain between the Maxor serial port (A or D) and the radio modem (Port C) using PCView. You then activate the PDL configuration program on your PC and proceed with the radio configuration.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer for this procedure.

2. On the Connection parameters dialog box, select a 38400 baud rate and turn

off the RTS/CTS parameter (if needed).

3. Once connected, click on File->Manual Mode to open the Manual Mode

dialog box (Figure 2-22).

Figure 2-22. File->Manual Mode

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-21

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

4. To create a daisy chain between the receiver's port (A or D) and the Maxor

PDL modem, type each of the following commands, pressing Enter (or clicking Send command) after each command.
%%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400 %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/cur/term %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,echo %%set,cur/term/eoff,QUIT %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/null %%set,cur/term/imode,echo %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/ser/c

The Manual Mode screen will show RE002%% in response to each of these commands. When finished, you should see a window that looks like Figure 2-23.

Figure 2-23. Manual Mode Command Responses

Tip:

Save this set of commands to a script file and load this file later to the receiver with a single operation. To create a script file, see Creating Scripts on page A-1.
5. Click Disconnect (Figure 2-23). 6. Run the PDL Radio Configuration Program (pdlconf.exe) from Pacific Crest

(Figure 2-24).

2-22 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

Make sure you have the latest version (2.40 or higher). Upgrades for this software are available on the Pacific Crest website (www.paccrst.com/ download/upgrade.htm).

Figure 2-24. PDL Radio Configuration Main Screen

7. Click the Pacific Crest logo in the upper left corner of the main screen

(Figure 2-25).

Figure 2-25. PDL Top Left Corner Icon Menu

8. From the pop-up menu, choose Select Serial Port (Figure 2-26).

Figure 2-26. Select Serial Port

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-23

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

9. From the Select Serial Port tab, highlight the corresponding computer serial

port (the same you used in step 1 on page 2-21) and click OK (Figure 2-27).

Figure 2-27. Select Serial Port and click OK

Notice:

If in doubt about the location of your modem, click Locate Modem. In this way, PDLCONF will try to automatically capture your modem. This process can take a few minutes.
10. From the same pop-up menu, click Set Capture Method->Soft Break

(Figure 2-28).

Figure 2-28. Set Capture Method->Soft Break

11. Click Load to connect to the radio (Figure 2-29).

Figure 2-29. Click Load

2-24 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

12. On the Identification tab, type Owner information (Figure 2-30).

Figure 2-30. PDL Identification Tab

The Identification screen supplies current information concerning firmware version, serial number, frequency, and power of the radio modem.
13. Click the Radio Link tab and set the following parameters depending on the

link rate selected (Table 2-3 and Figure 2-31):

Table 2-3. Parameters for Selected Link Rate

Link Rate Controls 9600

Channel Select: Manual Channel TX RX Modulation Type Digisquelch Forward Error Correction Scrambling Local Address Channel Select: Manual Channel TX RX

19200

enable set channel and frequency as desired GMSK High disable enable 0

enable set channel and frequency as desired 4-Level-FSK High enable enable 0

enable set channel and frequency as desired

enable set channel and frequency as desired

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-25

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

Figure 2-31. PDL Radio Link Tab

Notice:

The Base and internal Maxor (Rover) PDL radios must be configured with the same Channels, Radio Link characteristics (except Digisquelch) and Serial Interface parameters. Typically, Digisquelch is set on High for Rover and Low for Base station.
14. Click the Serial Interface tab and set the following parameters (Figure 2-32): Baud Rate - 38400 Parity - None

Notice:

Parity should always be set to None.

Mode - Transparent w/EOT Timeout

2-26 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

BREAK to Command - disable

Figure 2-32. PDL Serial Interface Tab

15. If you made changes, click the Program button on the left of the screen to

save them to the modem's memory (Figure 2-33).

Figure 2-33. PDL Click Program

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-27

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

16. Click Close and then Exit to quit the program (Figure 2-34).

Figure 2-34. Click Close then Exit

17. Open PCView. 18. Click File->Connect. 19. On the Connection Parameters screen, select a baud rate of 38400 and

enable the Manual mode only check box (Figure 2-35), then click Connect.

Figure 2-35. Connection Parameters Manual Mode Only

20. On the Manual Mode screen, write the following commands, pressing Enter

(or clicking Send command) after each command. When finished, you should have five responses (Figure 2-36).
QUIT %%set,cur/term/imode,cmd %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/dev/null %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,cmd

2-28 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

%%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400 %%set,cur/term/rate,115200

Figure 2-36. Manual Mode Command Responses

21. Click Disconnect (Figure 2-36). Continue with other configuration or

operation functions as needed.

Configuring a GSM Radio Modem

Notice: To comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 20cm between the user and the GSM radio modem. To access your GSM radio modem, you will need to use FieldView or PCView. FieldView users can configure the GSM radio modem through the program's GUI whereas PCView users will have to execute all necessary GRIL commands in manual mode.

How to Configure a GSM Radio Modem with PCView

1. Connect your receiver and computer using an RS232 cable and appropriate

serial ports. Also, if your Maxor receiver has a USB port, you can use a USB cable and a computer with the JNS USB driver installed (this driver is available to download from http://www.javad.com/).

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-29

CONFIGURATION Radio Configuration

2. Start PCView on your computer. Once a connection between the receiver

and computer has been established, change PCView to manual mode (Figure 2-37).

Figure 2-37. File->Manual Mode

3. Execute the following receiver commands from the Manual Mode window: Command 1. Set the internal GSM modem to OFF: %% set,/par/modem/c/mode,off Command 2. Enter the SIM card's PIN: %% set,/par/modem/c/pin,<wxyz> where <wxyz> stands for a specific four-digit PIN, e.g., %% set,/par/modem/c/pin, 6492 Command 3.

Notice:

Mandatory only when running the GSM modem in master mode.

Enter the dial number, i.e. the phone number of the slave modem to be dialed in to: %% set,/par/modem/c/dial,<slave_mod_num> where <slave_mod_num> stands for a specific phone number, e.g. %% set,/par/modem/c/dial, 89028354554 Command 4. Enter the 'wait on data from modem' timeout: %% set,/par/modem/c/ rcvtimeout,5 Command 5. Enter the service word repeat period: %% set,/par/modem/c/ sndtime,2 Command 6. Set the required modem mode: %% set,/par/modem/c/ mode,master for the receiver configured as a rover,

2-30 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Bluetooth Module Configuration

%% set,/par/modem/c/ mode,slave for the receiver configured as a base.

The manual mode screen will show RE002%% in response to each of these commands. When finished, you should have seven responses in the manual mode window's reply panel.
4. Now, the receiver is completely ready for field operation. Just switch the

receiver on when in filed. The receiver will automatically start working with the GSM modem.

How to configure a GSM radio modem with FieldView

Refer to the FieldView User's Manual for how to accomplish this task.

Bluetooth Module Configuration

Use BTCONF, the Bluetooth modules configuration program, and your computer to: access the Bluetooth wireless technology module configure the Bluetooth module check or change the modules configuration To access the Bluetooth wireless technology module, first download and install BTCONF, then connect your computer and the receiver and run the configuration program.
1. Create or locate the following folder: C:\Program Files\JNS\BTCONF 2. Download btconf.zip from the JNS website and unzip it into the BTCONF

folder. This file contains Btconf.exe, the executable file for the Bluetooth module configuration program. To uninstall, or remove, BTCONF, delete any applicable BTCONF directories or folders, and any BTCONF shortcuts. Once you have BTCONF available, follow these steps to configure the Bluetooth module.
1. Using the RS232 cable, connect the serial port of your computer to the

receivers serial port A.

2. Press the power buttons on the receiver and computer to turn them on.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-31

CONFIGURATION Bluetooth Module Configuration

3. Run the Bluetooth module configuration program (Btconf.exe) (Figure 2-

38).

Figure 2-38. Bluetooth Module Configuration Main Screen

Notice that the lower left corner shows a Disconnected status for the computer and Bluetooth module. For BTCONF version and copyright information, click the About button.
4. From the drop-down list in the upper left corner, select the computer serial

port used for communication (Figure 2-39).

Figure 2-39. Select Communication Port and Click Connect

5. Click Connect to connect the computer and Bluetooth module (Figure 2-

39). Once the receiver and computer connect through BTCONF, the Identification tab (Figure 2-40) displays the following information:
Bluetooth name the name of the Bluetooth module, set in the Parameters

tab.
Bluetooth address the unique electronic address for your Bluetooth

module.
Firmware base.

2-32 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Bluetooth Module Configuration

Firmware version the current firmware version of the Bluetooth module.

Figure 2-40. BTCONF Identification Tab

The COM port and baud rate display in the lower left corner.
6. Click the Parameters tab (Figure 2-41). The Parameters tab sets identifying

and security information for your Bluetooth module. The security section allows you to set data security and unauthorized access parameters for the Bluetooth module.
7. Enter up to 14 characters to set a unique name for the Bluetooth module

(Figure 2-41), and click Apply.

Figure 2-41. BTCONF Parameters Tab

8. To set security parameters (Figure 2-42), enter and enable the following,

then click Apply:

Bluetooth PIN enter up to 16 characters to specify a personal

identification number for the Bluetooth module.

Encryption enable to have the Bluetooth module encrypt wirelessly sent

data. To read encrypted data, the user must have the same PIN used in the device that sent the data.
Authentication enable to require a PIN before two Bluetooth enabled

devices (such as, the receiver and a computer) can establish a communication link. The two devices must use the same PIN.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-33

CONFIGURATION Collecting Almanacs

Notice

If you do not need security settings, leave these parameters disabled.

Figure 2-42. BTCONF Security Parameters

9. Click the Serial Interface tab (Figure 2-43). Enable Echo to display

Bluetooth module replies and corresponding commands on the computer terminal. If needed, click Apply.

Figure 2-43. BTCONF Serial Interface Tab

10. Click Disconnect then Exit to quit BTCONF.

Collecting Almanacs
Each satellite broadcasts a message (almanac) which gives the approximate orbit for itself and all other satellites. If the receiver has an almanac, you can considerably reduce the time needed to search for and lock on to satellite signals. The receiver regularly updates the almanac and stores the most recent almanac in its Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM).
1. Set up the receiver (connect the external antenna if needed) in a location

with a clear view of the sky.

2-34 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

CONFIGURATION Collecting Almanacs

2. Turn on the receiver. Wait for about 15 minutes while the receiver collects

almanac data from satellites. Notice: If 15 minutes have passed and the receiver does not lock on to satellites, you may need to clear the NVRAM. See Clearing the NVRAM on page 4-14 for this procedure. You will need to collect or update the almanac: If the receiver has been off for a long time. If the last known receiver position, stored in the NVRAM, is different from the present position by a few hundred kilometers at least. After loading a new OAF. After loading new firmware. After clearing the NVRAM. Before surveying. The collection and/or update of an almanac can take as long as 15 minutes.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 2-35

Notes:

2-36 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY

This chapter describes the following: Maxor Receiver Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-2 Surveying with the Maxor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 3-7

Chapter Tip: To set up your Maxor receiver, you must:

1. 2. 3.

Configure the receiver as described in Configuration. Set up your Base or Rover station. See Step 1 on page 3-2. Measure the antenna height. See Step 2 on page 3-2 for internal antennas, or see External Antenna Setup on page 3-4 for external antennas. Begin collecting data. See Step 3 on page 3-4.

4.

All Maxor receivers include an internal, micro-strip antenna. This antenna is able to capture L1/L2 signals from GPS and GLONASS satellites. Also, your Maxor can be used with an optional external antenna.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-1

SETUP AND SURVEY Maxor Receiver Setup

Maxor Receiver Setup

Follow steps 1 through 3 to setup your receiver.

Step 1
1. Place the Maxor on the appropriate tripod or bipod.

Set up Receiver

This section assumes you have already configured your receiver using PCView.
2. Center the receiver over the point at which data will be collected. For most

applications, this should be at a location with a clear view of the sky.

Step 2

Measure Antenna Height

The location of the antenna relative to the point being measured is very important for both surveys in which the elevation of the points is important and in surveys for horizontal location only. Horizontal surveys are often larger in area than can reliably fit on a flat plane, therefore the antenna adjustment must be done in three dimensions and then projected onto a two dimensional plane. The receiver calculates the coordinates of the antenna's phase center. To determine the coordinates of the station marker, the user must specify the following: Measured height of the antenna above the station marker Method of measuring the antenna height Model of the antenna used Antennas have two types of measurements: Vertical measured from the marker to the antenna reference point (ARP) located on the bottom of the receiver at the base of the mounting threads. Slant measured from the marker to the lower edge of the antenna slant height measure mark (SHMM) located on both end panels of the receiver.
1. Measure the antenna height above the point or marker (see External

Antenna Setup on page 3-4 for external antenna measurements and setup).

3-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Maxor Receiver Setup

Figure 3-1 illustrates the antenna offsets. (See Figure 1-3 on page 1-12 and Figure 1-4 on page 1-12 for the exact SHMM location.)

79.5mm

Figure 3-1. Maxor GD and Maxor GGD Antenna Offsets

SHMM to ARP vertical offset = 30.5 mm SHMM to ARP horizontal offset = 79.5 mm

Table 3-1 gives the offset values for the receivers.

Table 3-1. Antenna Offset Values

To L1 Phase Center
North East Up -1.7 mm -0.8 mm 106.0 mm

To L2 Phase Center
-1.2 mm -0.8 mm 101.2 mm

The actual point to which surveying with GPS/GLONASS measures is called the Phase Center of the antenna. This is analogous to the point at which a distance meter measures in a prism. A user must enter the prism offset to compensate for this point not being at a physical surface of the prism. In the case of a GPS/GLONASS antenna, the offset is entered depending on the type of measurement taken. For vertical, the offset is simply added to the measured vertical height to produce a "true" vertical height. For slant height, the vertical height must first be calculated using the radius of the antenna, then the offset can be added. The offsets are not the same number because of the difference in location between the slant measuring point and the vertical measuring point.
2. Record the antenna height, point name, and start time in the field notes. 3. Press the power key and release it to turn the receiver on. The STAT (status)

light (LED) will blink red at first.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-3

SETUP AND SURVEY Maxor Receiver Setup

4. Once the receiver has locked on to one or more satellites, the STAT light

will blink green for GPS satellites, orange for GLONASS satellites, and a short red blink indicating it has not solved a position. Four or more satellites provide optimal positioning.
5. Once the short red blink is gone, the receiver has a position and surveying

can begin. You should wait for green and orange lights before beginning data collection. This ensures that the receiver has the correct date and time, and is locked on to enough satellites to ensure good quality data. The process of locking on to satellites normally takes less than one minute. In a new area, under heavy tree canopy, or after resetting the receiver, it may take several minutes.

Step 3
one second and less than five seconds.

Collect Data

1. To begin collecting data, press and hold the FN (function) key for more than 2. Release the FN key when the REC (recording) LED light turns green. This

indicates that a file has opened and data collection has started. The REC LED blinks each time data is saved to the internal memory.

Tip:

You can use PCView to configure data logging. See MinPad Configuration on page 2-15 or refer to the PCView User's Manual for more information.
3. When finished, press and hold the FN key until the REC LED light goes out. 4. Press and hold the power key until all lights go out, then release.

External Antenna Setup

The Maxor can also be used with an external antenna. Follow the steps below to connect an external antenna to the Maxor and measure its offset.
1. Attach the antenna to a tripod or bipod and center it over the point at which

data will be collected.

2. Measure the antenna height. Antennas have two types of measurements: Vertical - measured from the marker to the antenna reference point (ARP)

located on the bottom of the antenna at the base of the mounting threads.
Slant - measured from the marker to the lower edge of the antenna's slant

height measure mark (SHMM).

3-4 Maxor Users Manual www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Maxor Receiver Setup

MarAnt+ antenna offsets are shown in Figure 3-2; Offset measurements for this antenna is given in Table 3-2.

Figure 3-2. MarAnt+ Antenna Offset Measurements

Table 3-2. Antenna Offset Measurements

Antenna
MarAnt+

Radius
SHMM1 69 mm 0.226 ft SHMM2 89.7 mm 0.294 ft

A, Vertical Offset
54.3 mm (L1) 60.5 mm (L2)

C, Slant Offset
26.8 mm (L1) 33.0 mm (L2)

3. Record the antenna height, point name, and start time in the field notes. 4. Attach the flexible RF cable from the external antenna to the antenna

connector on the bottom panel of the Maxor.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-5

SETUP AND SURVEY Maxor Receiver Setup

5. Turn on the Maxor and continue with step 3 on page 3-3.

The Maxor antenna default is set to Auto, allowing the receiver to detect automatically the available antenna (whether internal or external). If you have changed this setting, or the receiver does not detect the external antenna, use the procedure below to set the External Antenna detection option.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Start PCView. 3. Click on Configuration->Receiver (Figure 3-3).

Figure 3-3. Configuration->Receiver

4. On the General tab, select the External Antenna option (Figure 3-4).

Figure 3-4. Select External Antenna Option

5. Click Apply, then Refresh to update the displayed tab with the new setting. 6. Click File->Disconnect, then File->Exit.

3-6 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Surveying with the Maxor

The Maxor receiver can be used to perform the following types of surveying: Static Kinematic Real-time kinematic (RTK)

Static Survey
Static surveying is the classic survey method, well suited for all kinds of baselines (short, medium, long). At least two receiver antennas, plumbed over the survey marks, simultaneously collect raw data at each end of a baseline during a certain period of time. These two receivers track four or more common satellites, have the same data logging rate (5-30 seconds), and the same elevation mask angles. The length of the observation sessions can vary from a few minutes to several hours. The optimal observation session length depends on the surveyor's experience as well as the following factors: The length of the baseline measured The number of satellites in view The satellite geometry (DOP) The antenna's location The ionospheric activity level The types of receivers used The accuracy requirements The necessity of resolving carrier phase ambiguities Generally, single-frequency receivers are used for baselines whose lengths do not exceed 15 kilometers (9.32 miles). For baselines 15 kilometers or greater, use dual-frequency receivers. Dual-frequency receivers have two major benefits. First, dual-frequency receivers can estimate and remove almost all ionospheric effect from the code and carrier phase measurements, providing much greater accuracy than singlefrequency receivers over long baselines or during ionospheric storms. Secondly, dual frequency receivers need far less observation time to reach the desired accuracy requirement.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-7

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

After the survey completes, data the receivers collect can be downloaded onto a computer and processed using post-processing software (for example, Ensemble). The procedure that follows describes the steps the operator should take to perform a Static Survey using MinPad.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Open PCView, click Configuration->Receiver->MinPad and specify the

following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-5):

Recording Interval 15 seconds Elevation Mask Angle 15 degrees File Name Prefix last 3 digits of receiver serial number LED blink mode switch enable to start and stop static data recording

using the FN key

Figure 3-5. Configuration->Receiver->MinPad

3. Click the Advanced tab and then the Multipath tab, set the following

parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-6):

Code Multipath Reduction enable Carrier Multipath Reduction enable

3-8 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Figure 3-6. Advanced->Multipath

1. Click the Loop Management tab and set the following parameters, then

click Apply (Figure 3-7):

Enable Common Tracking enable Static mode enable (disable for Rover receivers)

Figure 3-7. Advanced->loop Management

2. Set up each antenna and receiver as described in Maxor Receiver Setup on

page 3-2.
3. Begin your survey.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-9

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Kinematic Survey
You can use the kinematic survey method in two ways: Stop and go survey Kinematic continuous (trajectory) survey

Stop and Go Survey

The stationary receiver (Base station) is set up at a known point such as a survey monument. The receiver continually tracks the satellites and logs the raw data into its memory. The rover receiver is set up at an unknown point and collects data in static mode for 2 to 10 minutes. 1. Using PCView, configure and set up the Base as described in Static Survey on page 3-7. 2. Using PCView, click Configuration->Receiver->MinPad, and configure the Rover with the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-8): FN Key Mode, Occupation Mode Switch enable Initial data collection dynamic mode, Static enable See Table 4-1on page 4-4 for FN key functions and REC LED statuses.

Figure 3-8. Rover MinPad Configuration

Notice:

Remember, both Base and Rover receivers must collect data from common satellites at a common data recording rate and with identical elevation mask angles.
3. Set up the Rover at an unknown point and press power. Allow the Rover to collect static data for two to ten minutes. The REC LED will be orange.

3-10 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

4. Check the STAT light for satellites tracked. 5. When finished, press the FN key for less than a second to assign the Rover to kinematic.

Notice:

Remember, if the REC LED blinks green, the current mode is dynamic, if it blinks orange, the current mode is static.
6. Move the Rover to the next location (survey point), and press the FN key for less than a second to collect the data in static mode for two to ten minutes. 7. Repeat steps five and six until all points have been surveyed. The occupation time for the points depends on the same factors as for the static survey method. 8. When finished, press the FN key for one to five seconds to stop logging data. Turn off the Rover if needed. This method of GPS survey allows the operator to reduce the point occupation time, thus permitting field crews to survey many more points compared to the other methods available.

Kinematic Continuous
Kinematic continuous surveying, also known as trajectory surveying, allows the Rover to move without having to stand still, record data, move to another point, and repeat the procedure. If the surveyor knows the coordinates of the starting point, the rover will not need to be initialized. The determination of ambiguity parameters is carried out while the rover is moving and is called "on the fly ambiguity resolution." Furthermore, if loss of lock occurs (such as, an obstruction that prevents a clear view of the sky), the receiver will be re-initialized on the fly. After the survey completes, raw data collected by the receivers are downloaded onto a computer and processed using post-processing software (for example, Ensemble). 1. Using PCView, configure and set up the Base as described in Static Survey on page 3-7. 2. Using PCView, click Configuration->Receiver->MinPad, and configure the Rover with the following parameters, then click Apply (Figure 3-8 on page 3-10): FN Key Mode, Occupation Mode Switch enable Initial data collection dynamic mode, Kinematic enable 3. Set up the Rover at a starting point with unknown coordinates and press the power key. Pause for several minutes while the receiver compiles an almanac. 4. Check the STAT light for satellites tracked.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-11

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

5. Press the FN key for one to four seconds to begin logging data in kinematic mode (the antenna status is kinematic). 6. Move the Rover receiver along the selected trajectory. 7. Once the Rover receiver reaches the end point of the trajectory, pause for several minutes. 8. When finished, press the FN key to stop logging data and turn off the Rover.

Real-time Kinematic Survey

Real-time kinematic (RTK) is a differential GPS process where information, such as differential corrections, is transmitted in real-time from a Base station to one or more Rover stations.

Setting up an RTK Base Station

To configure an RTK Base station using PCView, take the following steps: 1. Set up the Base station receiver's antenna as described in Maxor Receiver Setup on page 3-2. 2. Connect an external modem to port C for the Lexon-GGD receiver or port D for the Maxor receiver. 3. Press the power key on the receiver. 4. Check the STAT light for tracked satellites. 5. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure. 6. Click Configuration->Receiver.

3-12 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

7. Click the Set all parameters to defaults button located at the bottom of the Receiver Configuration screen (Figure 3-9).

Figure 3-9. Set All Parameters to Defaults

8. On the Receiver Configuration screen, select the MinPad tab. Specify desired settings. Refer to the PCView User's Manual for more information. 9. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask parameter to 15 (Figure 3-10).

Figure 3-10. Receiver Configuration Positioning

10. Select the Base tab and set the following parameters (Figure 3-11 on page 3-14): GPS/GLO at one time - enable Antenna position - enter Lat, Lon, and Alt values. Do one of the following: If known, type in the values. Click Get from receiver.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-13

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Enable Averaged and enter the Averaged Span in seconds, then click Apply. Click Tools->Reset receiver and wait until the specified interval (span) completes. Examine the Base coordinates on the Base tab, they should correspond to the coordinates obtained from the average. Click Refresh if the coordinates are zeros.

Notice:

The reference geodetic coordinates you specify on this tab relate to the antenna L1 phase center.

Figure 3-11. Base Tab Configuration

11. Select the Ports tab and set the following port parameters (Figure 3-12 on page 315). Use serial port C for an internal PDL and GSM modem. Output drop-down list select type and format of differential corrections. Period (sec) enter interval at which receiver will generate differential corrections. Baud rate drop-down list select a baud rate (i.e., the rate at which differential messages will be transmitted from receiver to modem).

3-14 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Notice:

Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems use a 38400 baud rate.

Figure 3-12. Base Configuration Ports

12. Click Apply. The receiver begins sending data to the selected port. If using a Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) external modem, follow these steps to configure this modem:

Notice:

Connect the radio antenna before switching the modem to the transmitting mode.
13. When finished with the previous steps, press the power button on the external modem. 14. Select the radio transmission power using the Low/High toggle on the rear panel of the modem. When in High, the AMP PWR LED will be on. 15. Use the Channel button to set the frequency channel. Check that the modem transmits the corrections (the TX LED will blink red each time data transmits). For more details on the settings available for configuring the Base station, refer to the PCView User's Manual.

Setting up an RTK Rover

Use the following steps to set up an RTK Rover station. You should already have programmed the modem. 1. Set up the Rover station receiver's antenna as described in Maxor Receiver Setup on page 3-2. 2. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-15

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

3. Click Configuration->Receiver. 4. Select the Positioning tab and set the Position Masks, Elevation mask (degrees) parameter to 15 (Figure 3-10 on page 3-13). 5. Select the Rover tab and set the desired Positioning Mode (Figure 3-13).

Figure 3-13. Rover Tab Configuration

Adjust the following RTK Parameters settings: Under RTK mode in the RTK Parameters section, choose either Extrapolation for RTK (kinematic) or Delay for RTK (static). Extrapolation is for low-latency, high frequency output (>= 5 Hz) RTK applications. The rover will extrapolate the base station's carrier phase measurement corrections when computing the rover's current RTK position. Delay is for 1 Hz high precision RTK applications. The Rover RTK engine will compute either a delayed RTK position (for the epoch to which the newly received RTCM/CMR message corresponds) or the current stand-alone position (while waiting for new RTCM/CMR messages coming from the base). Select the antenna status during RTK, either Static or Kinematic. Specify the Ambiguity fixing level (not applicable to RTK Float). The Ambiguity Fixing Level radio buttons govern the process of the RTK engine, fixing integer ambiguities. The RTK engine uses the ambiguity fix indicator when making decisions whether or not to fix ambiguities. Low, Medium, and High correspond to the indicator's 95%, 99.5% and 99.9% states, respectively. The higher the specified confidence level, the longer the integer ambiguity search time. 6. Select the Ports tab and set the following parameters for Serial C (Figure 3-14 on page 3-17): Input drop-down list select desired differential correction format. Period (sec) leave as is.

3-16 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Baud rate drop-down list select a baud rate (i.e., the receiver port baud rate at which differential messages will be received from modem).

Tip:

Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modems, use a 38400 baud rate.

Figure 3-14. Rover Configuration Ports

7. Click Apply. 8. Click OK to close the Receiver Configuration screen. 9. On the main screen, check the LQ field to ensure the receiver obtains differential corrections. Usually, the receiver will start to output the coordinates of the antenna's phase center along with the solution type within 10-30 seconds. The geodetic coordinates displayed on the Geo tab are always computed in WGS84 and have four solution types. Standalone where receiver computes 3D coordinates in autonomous mode without using differential corrections. Code differential where the Rover receiver computes the current relative coordinate in differential mode using only pseudo ranges. RTK float where the Rover receiver computes the current relative coordinates in differential mode using both pseudo ranges and phases; however, with a float solution, the phase ambiguity is not a fixed integer number and the "float" estimate is used instead. RTK fixed where the Rover receiver computes current relative coordinates, with ambiguity fixing, in differential mode. The LQ field reflects the status of the received differential messages and contains the following information: Data link quality in percentage Time (in seconds) elapsed since the last received message Total number of received correct messages

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 3-17

SETUP AND SURVEY Surveying with the Maxor

Total number of received corrupt messages If the receiver is not (for some reason) receiving differential corrections, or if none of the ports has been configured to receive differential corrections, the LQ field will either be empty or it will look like this: 100%(999,0000,0000).

3-18 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION

This chapter describes the following standard Maxor operating procedures: Using the MinPad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-2 Downloading Files to a Computer. . . . . . . . . . page 4-7 Deleting Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-10 Checking an OAF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-11 Loading an OAF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-13 Managing Receiver Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-13 Clearing the NVRAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-14 Changing Receiver Modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-15 Checking Firmware Version . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-16 Loading New Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 4-17

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-1

OPERATION Using MinPad

Using MinPad
The MinPad is Javad's minimum interface used to display and control data input and output (Figure 4-1).

Figure 4-1. Maxor MinPad

Power Key
Pressing the power key turns the receiver on and off.

Status LED
When the receiver is on and no satellites are tracked, the STAT LED will blink red. When satellites are tracked, the STAT LED will produce one blink for each tracked satellite (green for GPS, orange for GLONASS).

Reset Key
Pressing the reset key for about one second causes: a hard reset of the receiver. the receiver to leave Zero Power Mode and return to Normal Mode.

4-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Using MinPad

Notice:

Only use this procedure if the receiver does not respond to commands or does not charge the internal batteries (is in Zero Power Mode).

FN Key and Record LED

Table 4-1 summarizes FN key functions and REC LED statuses. See "FN Key Mode parameter on page 2-19 for information on setting FN key modes. Pressing the FN key for less than one second switches the receiver between different information modes (normal and extended information), or between static and dynamic post-processing modes, depending on the receiver's configuration. During the first second of pressing the FN key, the REC LED is orange. Pressing the FN key for more than one and less than five seconds will start/ stop data recording. During data recording the REC LED is green or orange. If the REC LED is red, the receiver has run out of memory, has a hardware problem, or contains an improper OAF (see Option Authorization File (OAF) on page 1-14 for more information on OAFs). The REC LED blinks green or orange each time data is written to the internal receiver's memory. You set the data recording time interval using PCView. See Recording Interval parameter on page 2-17 for information on setting this function. Each time you turn off or on data recording, either a new file opens or data appends to a particular file. See Always Append to the File parameter on page 2-18 and Files Creation Mode parameter on page 2-18 for information on setting this function. Pressing the FN key for more than five and less than eight seconds will turn the baud rate of serial port A to 9600. After about five seconds of pressing the FN key, the REC LED becomes red. Release the FN key while the REC LED is red (during the next three seconds). Pressing the FN key for more than eight seconds has no impact. After loading new firmware or clearing the receiver's NVRAM, the receiver checks its internal file system. During this operation, the REC LED flashes orange, and the file system is not accessible for CDU (control display unit) applications or for data recording.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-3

OPERATION Using MinPad

This operation may require from fractions of a second to several minutes, depending on the circumstances and the amount of internal memory.
Table 4-1. FN Key Functions and REC LED Status

FN Key

REC LED

Status

When data recording is OFF, and the FN key is... No light Not pressed Orange blink Red No data recording. Internal file system test in progress. No free memory; hardware problem with data recording.

If FN key mode is LED blink mode switch Pressed for < 1 second Orange Release to charge information mode.

If FN key mode is Occupation mode switch Orange No function.

If FN key mode is LED blink mode switch Green Pressed for 15 seconds Release to start data recording (postprocessing occupation mode undefined).

If FN key mode is Occupation mode switch Green Release to start recording (Kinematic or Static post-processing occupation mode). Release to turn serial port A baud rate to 9600 bps. No function.

Pressed for 58 seconds Pressed for > 8 seconds

Red No light

4-4 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Using MinPad

Table 4-1. FN Key Functions and REC LED Status (Continued)

FN Key

REC LED

Status

When data recording is ON, and the FN key is... Red No free memory; hardware problem with data recording.

If FN key mode is LED blink mode switch Green Not pressed Data recording started (postprocessing occupation mode undefined).

If FN key mode is Occupation mode switch Green Orange Data recording started (Kinematic post-processing occupation mode). Data recording started (Static postprocessing occupation mode).

If FN key mode is LED blink mode switch Orange Pressed for < 1 second Release to change information mode.

If FN key mode is Occupation mode switch Orange Release to toggle between Static and Kinematic post-processing modes. Release to stop data recording. Release to turn serial port A baud rate to 9600 bps. No function (data recording still on).

Pressed for 15 Pressed for 58 seconds Pressed for > 8 seconds

No light Red No light

Battery LED
The color of the BATT LED indicates the level of internal battery charge in the Maxor: Green indicates greater than 90% charge. Orange indicates an intermediate charge. Red indicates less than 10% charge.
www.javad.com Maxor Users Manual 4-5

OPERATION Using MinPad

The pattern of blinks of the BATT LED also indicates the source of power. Solid light an external power supply is used and the batteries are not being charged. Blinking once a second the batteries are being charged. Blinking once every five seconds the Maxor uses the internal batteries for power. Not blinking the receiver is in Zero Power Mode or the internal batteries are completely discharged and no external power is connected. Notice: When the internal batteries have completely discharged and no external power is connected, the receiver will go into Zero Power Mode to prevent the batteries from over discharging.

Modem LED
The color of the RX LED indicates if the modem has power, is receiving signals, or is turned off. No light the modem is off. Green the modem is on, but signal reception has not started. Orange the modem is receiving a signal.

Information Modes
The Maxor has two information modes: Normal and Extended Information Mode (EIM).

Normal
In normal mode, the STAT LED indicates the number of tracked satellites and the position's computation status.

Extended Information Mode (EIM)

Extended Information Mode is used for receiver testing purposes. In this mode, the receiver continues to work as usual, but the STAT LED indicates the following "extended" information:

4-6 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Downloading Files to a Computer

Delimiter - an easily distinguishable double-blink that shows the overall status of tests performed in EIM. The STAT LED color for delimiter is calculated from the colors of other STAT LED blinks. Orange: at least one blink is orange. Red: no orange blink and at least one red blink. Green: all other cases. Sufficient data for position computation. GPS S/N ratios are good (Table 4-2). GLONASS S/N ratios are good (Table 4-2). Oscillator's frequency offset is less than three ppm. Oscillator's Allan Variance is better than 2.7e-10. Continuous tracking time is more than 15 minutes.
Table 4-2. Signal-to-Noise (S/N) Good Ratios

CA/L1
GPS GLONASS 51 51

P/L1
39 49

P/L2
39 40

In EIM, the STAT LED blinks seven times per cycle. Each blink could be orange, red, or green. Orange information for test unavailable. Green receiver passed the test. Red receiver failed the test. 1. To switch to EIM, press and quickly release (within one second) the FN key on the MinPad. 2. Watch for the delimiter double-blink. With good receiver, antenna, and observation conditions, all blinks should be green within 15 minutes of powering on. Green - ok Orange - wait Red - some tests failed 3. To switch back to normal, press the FN key.

Downloading Files to a Computer

When your survey finishes, you can download your survey files to a computer for storage, post-processing, or backup. Also, the Maxor memory holds a finite

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-7

OPERATION Downloading Files to a Computer

amount of files and information, so downloading the files to a computer ensures that no files are lost. You should download files as soon as possible after collecting data at the jobsite. PCView provides a File Manager to download files to your computer and delete files from the Maxor.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, enable RTS/CTS handshaking

(Figure 4-2).

Figure 4-2. Connection Parameters RTS/CTS Handshaking

3. Click File->File Manager (Figure 4-3).

Figure 4-3. File->File MAnager

4-8 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Downloading Files to a Computer

4. Click the Download path tab on the File Manager dialog box (Figure 4-4)

Figure 4-4. Find Files to Download

5. Navigate to and open the folder in which to download and store files. Or,

type a new folder name and click Create to create a new folder in which to download and store files. Open this new folder.
6. Select the Download files tab. 7. Select the file(s) you want to download (Figure 4-5).

To select multiple files, hold down the shift key and click on nonsequential files to select several files at once; or, hold down the Ctrl key and click on individual files.

Figure 4-5. Download Files

8. Click the Download button. During the download, status indicators display

next to each file (Figure 4-6 on page 4-10).

Blue indicator file in queue for downloading. Red indicator file currently downloading.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-9

OPERATION Deleting Files

Green indicator file has successfully downloaded.

Figure 4-6. Download Files Status Indicators

9. When finished, click Exit on the File Manager dialog box. 10. Continue with other operations. Or, click File->Disconnect, then File->Exit

to quit PCView.

Deleting Files
Use the following steps to delete files from your receiver.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. On the Connection Parameters dialog box, enable RTS/CTS handshaking

(See Figure 4-2 on page 4-8.)

3. Click File->File Manager (See Figure 4-3 on page 4-8.) 4. On the Download files tab, select the file(s) you want to delete (Figure 4-7

on page 4-11). To select multiple files, hold down the shift key and click on nonsequential files to select several files at once; or hold down the Ctrl key and click on individual files.

4-10 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Checking an OAF

Figure 4-7. Delete Files

5. Click Delete (Figure 4-7). 6. Click Yes at the delete files confirmation dialog box. The selected files are

deleted.
7. Click Exit on the File Manager screen. 8. Continue with other operations. Or, click File->Disconnect, then File->Exit

to quit PCView.

Checking an OAF
Tip: For a complete list of options and their details, visit the JNS website.
You can check the status of your receiver's options, and load any new OAFs, using the RS232 cable, a computer, and PCView. Refer to the PCView User's Manual for a more complete description of the PCView software.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Click Tools->Receiver Options (Figure 4-8).

Figure 4-8. Tools->Receiver Options

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-11

OPERATION Checking an OAF

The Options Manager screen displays (Figure 4-9) and contains the following information: Option name a name/description of the option. Current the current status of the option. Purchased if the option is purchased or not. Leased if the option is leased or not. Expiration date the date the option will be disabled, if applicable. Since Options can be both purchased and leased, the "Current" status of the option displays the currently effective value. Option values can be: -1 or "-----" the firmware version does not support this option. 0 the receiver option is disabled. positive integer the option is enabled. yes or no the option is either enabled or disabled.

Figure 4-9. Option Manager

3. When finished, click Exit on the Option Manager screen, then click File-

>Disconnect to prevent conflicts with serial port management.

4-12 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Loading OAFs

Loading OAFs
Javad Navigation Systems dealers provide customers with OAF files. For any OAF related questions, E-mail JNS at [email protected]. Please have your receiver ID number available (see Checking Firmware Version on page 4-16).
1. To load a new OAF, follow steps one and two in Checking an OAF on

page 4-11.
2. Click Load at the bottom of the Option Manager screen (see Figure 4-9 on

page 4-12).
3. Navigate to the location of the new Option Authorization File. OAFs have

.jpo extension and are unique to each receiver (Figure 4-10).

Figure 4-10. Load OAF

4. Select the appropriate file and click Open (Figure 4-10). The new receiver

option loads onto the receiver and the Option Manager table updates.
5. When finished, click Exit on the Option Manager screen, then click File-

>Disconnect to prevent conflicts with serial port management.

Managing Receiver Memory

When using the Maxor in static or dynamic applications, you may need to know the amount of memory the receiver's log file occupies. The specific memory size depends on the type of data being recorded. Use the formulas below to compute the approximate size of the receiver's log files. SS the estimated size of one epoch of raw data in the receiver's log file (expressed in bytes). N the number of observed satellites per epoch. When recording only L1 data:

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-13

OPERATION Clearing the NVRAM

SS = 183 + 22*N When recording L1 and L2 data: SS = 230 + 44*N

Clearing the NVRAM

The receiver's Non-Volatile Random Access Memory (NVRAM) holds data required for satellite tracking, such as almanac and ephemeris data, and receiver position. The NVRAM also keeps the current receiver's settings, such as active antenna input, elevation masks and recording interval, and information about the receiver's internal file system. Even though clearing the NVRAM is not a common (nor normally a recommended) operation, there are times when clearing the NVRAM can eliminate communication or tracking problems. Clearing the NVRAM in your Maxor can be interpreted as a "soft boot" in your computer. After clearing the NVRAM, your receiver will require some time to collect new ephemerides and almanacs (around 15 minutes). Clearing the NVRAM of your receiver will not delete any files already recorded in your Maxor's memory. However, it will reset your receiver settings to factory default values. In addition, the NVRAM keeps information about the receiver file system. Note that after clearing the NVRAM, the receiver's STAT LED will flash orange for a few seconds indicating that the receiver is scanning and checking the file system. Firmware versions 2.2p1 or higher keep the PDL modem on after clearing the NVRAM. You can clear the NVRAM using the MinPad or PCView.

Using MinPad to Clear NVRAM

1. Press the power key to turn off the receiver. 2. Press and hold the FN key. 3. Press and hold the power key for about one second. Release the power key

while continuing to hold the FN key.

4-14 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Changing Receiver Modes

4. Wait until the STAT and REC LEDs are green 5. Wait until the STAT and REC LEDs blink orange. 6. Release the FN key while the STAT and REC LEDs blink orange.

Using PCView to Clear NVRAM

1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Click Tools->Clear NVRAM (Figure 4-11). 3. Click OK at the clear NVRAM confirmation dialog box. The REC LED

rapidly flashes green and red; the STAT LED flashes red.

Figure 4-11. Tools->Clear NVRAM

The receiver will automatically disconnect once the NVRAM is cleared.

Changing Receiver Modes

The Maxor receiver has four modes, two information modes and two power modes: Normal Mode Extended Information Mode Sleep Mode Zero Power Mode See Information Modes on page 4-6 for a description of Normal Mode and Extended Information Mode.

Sleep Mode
In sleep mode, the power board continues to draw power from the batteries, causing the batteries to drain over time. Put the receive in Zero Power Mode to prevent this (see Zero Power Mode on page 4-16). Follow these steps to put the Maxor into sleep mode.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-15

OPERATION Checking Firmware Version

1. Turn on your receiver. 2. Press the receiver's power key for more than four seconds and less than

eight seconds. The STAT LED will be orange. The receiver enters Sleep Mode.
3. Any activity on the RS232 port will turn the receiver on.

Notice:

If you press the power key for more than 14 seconds, it will be ignored. This protects receiver operation against stuck keys.

Zero Power Mode

When your Maxor is off, even in Sleep Mode, the power board will continue to draw power from the batteries. This means that if you fully charge your receiver, turn it off and store it, the receiver will drain its battery power in less than two months. To stop the power board from draining the batteries, you can put your receiver in Zero Power Mode.
1. Turn on your receiver. 2. Press and hold the power key for more than 8 seconds, but less than 14

seconds.
3. Release the power key when both LEDs become red. When the LEDs turn

off, your receiver will be in Zero Power Mode.

4. Press the Reset key for about one second to return to Normal mode.

Notice:

When the internal batteries have completely discharged and no external power is connected, the receiver will go into Zero Power Mode automatically to prevent the batteries from over discharging.

Checking Firmware Version

Use PC-View to check the firmware version of your receiver. Notice: The Maxor receiver should be loaded with firmware version 2.3 or newer.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

4-16 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Loading New Firmware

2. Click on Help->About (Figure 4-12).

Figure 4-12. Help->About

The About PC-View dialog box opens (Figure 4-13).

Figure 4-13. About PCView

About PC-View lists important information about the different hardware accessories and software properties. This list includes the following, which you will need if you contact JNS or your dealer:
Receiver model Receiver IDs Firmware version 3. When finished, click OK, then click File->Disconnect to prevent conflicts

with serial port management.

Loading New Firmware

Base and Rover receivers must be loaded with the same firmware version. Use the latest firmware version, available for download from the JNS website, to ensure your receiver has the most recent updates. Firmware is released as a compressed file that you download and decompress. This file contains the following three files: ramimage.ldr - the Receiver board RAM file main.ldp - the Receiver board Flash file powbrd.ldr - the Power board RAM file

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-17

OPERATION Loading New Firmware

Notice:

You must load all three files when loading new firmware. These files must come from the same firmware package. The Maxor uses FLoader, a Windows-based utility, to load firmware onto the receiver and power boards. You can download FLoader to your computer from the JNS website. For more information, refer to the FLoader User's Manual, also available on the JNS website.
1. Download and install FLoader, if applicable. 2. Download the new firmware package to your computer. 3. Physically connect your receiver and computer using the RS232 cable. 4. Activate FLoader (Figure 4-14).

Figure 4-14. Floader Main Screen

5. On the Connection tab, select the COM port on your computer that connects

with your receiver and select its speed (usually 115200).

6. Select the Device tab and set the Device Type as Receiver (Figure 4-15).

Figure 4-15. Set Device Type

7. Click Get from Device for device information (Figure 4-15).

4-18 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

OPERATION Loading New Firmware

8. Select the Program tab and set the Capture Method to Soft Break Capture

(recommended) (Figure 4-16).

Figure 4-16. Program Tab Settings

9. Browse for and select the receiver board's RAM file and Flash file

(Figure 4-16).
10. Click Load and wait until 100% of the files load into your receiver.

Notice:

If you selected an incorrect RAM or Flash file, an error message displays at the bottom of the dialog box. Reselect the correct file.
11. Select the Device tab and set the Device Type as Receiver's Power Board

(Figure 4-17).

Figure 4-17. Set Device Type

12. Click Get from Device for device information (Figure 4-17).

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 4-19

OPERATION Loading New Firmware

13. Select the Program tab and set the Capture Method to Soft Break Capture

(recommended) (Figure 4-18).

Figure 4-18. Program Tab Settings

14. Browse for and select the Power board's RAM file (Figure 4-18). 15. Click Load and wait until 100% of the power board file loads into your

receiver. Notice: If you selected an incorrect RAM file, an error message displays at the bottom of the dialog box. Reselect the correct file.
16. Click File->Exit. 17. Clear the receivers NVRAM (seeClearing the NVRAM on page 4-14)

and update the almanac (Collecting Almanacs on page 2-34) after loading new firmware.

4-20 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TROUBLESHOOTING

In general, as long as you follow the maintenance and safety instructions provided in this manual, you should have few problems with your Maxor. This chapter will help you diagnose and solve some common, minor problems you may encounter with your Maxor receiver. This chapter provides the following sections: Things to Check First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-2 Power Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-2 Receiver Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-3 Bluetooth Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-7 Obtaining Technical Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-10

Chapter Tip: For assistance with complex problems, see Obtaining Technical Support on page 5-10.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 5-1

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Things to Check First

Things to Check First

Before contacting JNS Customer support about any problems with the receiver, refer to the following list of basic suggestions that may help: Go through all external receiver connections carefully and make sure they are not wrong or loose. Double-check the cables. Cables became defective more often than the devices do. Check the sections below for available solutions. Reset the receiver using PCView (Tools->Reset receiver). Restore factory default settings using PCView (click Configuration>Receiver, then Set all parameters to defaults). Clear the NVRAM (see Clearing the NVRAM on page 4-14). Initialize the file system (click Tools->Initialize file system; this will erase all files inside the receiver). WARNING: Do not attempt to repair equipment yourself. Doing so will void your warranty and may damage the hardware.

Power Problems
All Maxor receivers are preset in the factory as "Auto Mode" for both the power and charger. If you want to check these settings,
1. Connect your receiver and computer and run PCView (see Connecting the

Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8).

2. Once connected, click Configuration->Receiver. 3. On the General tab, view the Power and Charger fields.

These fields should be set to Auto. If not, change them to Auto and click Apply.

Tip:

Clearing the NVRAM will also return the receiver to Auto Mode (see Clearing the NVRAM on page 4-14).

5-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Receiver Problems

Problem
The receiver does not power up. Causes The receiver may be in Zero Power Mode. If no external power source used, batteries may be discharged. The receiver has an external power source, but internal batteries are discharged. The receiver may have a defective charger or defective internal batteries. Solutions Press the Reset key. Connect a fully charged external power source and retry. See Powering the Maxor on page 2-2. Charge the batteries overnight. SeePowering the Maxor on page 2-2.

If after charging your internal batteries overnight, and your Maxor is not powering, contact JNS Customer Support for advice.

Receiver Problems
The following are some of the most commonly encountered receiver problems.
Problem
The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or external controller. Causes The Daisy Chain mode is still active. The cable is not properly plugged in. Solutions See Step 20. on page 2-28 for the procedure to turn off the Daisy Chain. Check that the cable connector is attached to the correct serial port. Unplug the cable, then securely and properly reconnect it to the receiver. See External Components on page 1-11 and Connector Specifications on page B-9 for information on the receiver's connectors.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 5-3

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Receiver Problems

Problem
The receiver cannot establish a connection to a computer or external controller. Causes The cable is damaged. The receiver port used for connection is not in Command mode. Solutions Use an undamaged cable. Contact your Dealer to replace the cable.

1. Connect your receiver and a computer using a free port

(see Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8) and start PCView.

2. Click Configuration->Receiver->Ports. 3. Change the Input for the serial port used for connection
to Command.

Problem
The receiver does not lock on to satellites for a long period of time. Causes The receiver stores an old almanac. The antenna cable is damaged. Solutions Update the almanac. See Collecting Almanacs on page 2-34. Use an undamaged cable. Contact your Dealer to replace the cable.

Problem
The receiver tracks too few satellites. Causes The elevation mask value is too high (e.g., above 15 degrees). The survey is conducted near obstructions (tree canopy, tall buildings, etc.). Solutions Lower the elevation mask.

Check that the Multipath Reduction boxes have been enabled. 1 Connect your receiver and a computer and start PCView. See Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8. 2 Click Configuration->Advanced->Multipath Reduction and enable the two boxes.

Move to an area free of obstructions, if applicable.

5-4 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Receiver Problems

Problem
The receiver cannot obtain Code Differential and/or RTK solutions. Causes Incorrect Base coordinates entered. The receiver is not configured as a Base or Rover. Solutions Specify the correct coordinates for the Base station using PCView or other suitable field data collection software. If the receiver should function as a Base, ensure it has the proper configuration. See Surveying with the Maxor on page 3-7 for further information. If the receiver should function as a Rover, ensure it has the proper configuration. See Surveying with the Maxor on page 3-7 for further information See Checking an OAF on page 4-11 for details on how to check current options. Enable or prolong the validity of the corresponding receiver options by ordering a new OAF with the desired options activated. Ensure that both the Rover and Base receivers use the same, and updated, almanac. See Collecting Almanacs on page 2-34. Check the elevation masks of the Rover and Base receivers; they should be the same.

The corresponding receiver options may be disabled or expired.

There are not enough common satellites. In order to obtain a fixed solution, the Base and Rover should track at least five common satellites. Poor satellite geometry (PDOP/ GDOP values are too high). The elevation mask is above 15 degrees. The receiver and the antenna have a poor connection. The Base and Rover modems are set to different radio channels.

Conduct your survey when PDOP values are low.Use the Standalone Mission Planning tool (www.javad.com) to track DOP values. Lower the elevation mask. Ensure the cable is undamaged. Check the cable connector attachment to the receiver. Remove and reattach the cable connector to ensure a secure connection. Set the Base and Rover receivers to the same radio channel. See Radio Configuration on page 2-21.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 5-5

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Receiver Problems

Problem
The receiver cannot obtain Code Differential and/or RTK solutions. Causes A discrepancy exists between the differential standards used at the Base and Rover receivers. Solutions Ensure the Base and Rover receivers use the same corrections input/output format:

1. Connect your receiver and a computer and start

PCView. See Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8. 2. Click Configuration->Receiver->Ports and set the same input/output format for both receivers. Change the link rate to that which your modem supports. See the modems manual for link rate support information. See Radio Configuration on page 2-21 for checking the current link rate and changing the link rate.

The specified link rate is not compatible with the link rates the modem supports. The link rate is the rate at which data transmits over the RF link. The specified baud rate is not compatible with the baud rates the modem supports. The baud rate is the rate at which the receiver transmits differential messages to the modem and vice versa. The distance between Base and Rover is too far.

Change the baud rate to that which your modem supports. See the modems manual for baud rate support information. See Radio Configuration on page 2-21 for checking the current baud rate and changing the baud rate.

Close the distance between the Base and Rover. Use repeaters to increase radio coverage.

Problem
The receiver does not start data logging. Causes The receiver has no free space for files. Solutions Download receiver files to a computer (if needed) and delete files (see Downloading Files to a Computer on page 4-7 and Deleting Files on page 4-10). Use the AFRM feature. See Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) parameters on page 2-18.

5-6 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Bluetooth Problems

Problem
The receiver does not start data logging. Causes The receiver has already logged 512 files into the internal memory. Solutions Delete unnecessary files (see Deleting Files on page 4-10). Use the AFRM feature. See Automatic File Rotation Mode (AFRM) parameters on page 2-18.

Bluetooth Problems
The following are some of the most commonly encountered error messages. BTCONF reports the error messages in the status bar.
Error Message
Cant find receiver. Causes The receiver is turned off. If using a cable, the cables connectors are improperly attached. If using a cable, the cable is damaged. The COM port the receiver is attached to differs from the one selected in BTCONF. The receiver port used for connection is not in Command mode. Solutions Ensure the receiver has power and is turned on. Check that the cable connector is attached to the correct serial port. Unplug the cable, then securely and properly reconnect it to the receiver. Use an undamaged cable. Contact your Dealer to purchase a new cable. Ensure that the RS232 cable is attached to the COM port specified in the BTCONF communication port dropdown list. See Bluetooth Module Configuration on page 2-31 for details.

1. Connect your receiver and a computer using a free port

(seeConnecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8) and start PCView.

2. Click Configuration->Receiver->Ports. 3. Change the Input for the serial port used for connection
to Command.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 5-7

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Bluetooth Problems

Error Message
Cant find receiver. Causes The settings for Port B may have been changed. The corresponding receiver options may be disabled or expired. Solutions The settings for Port B are: 115200 baud rate, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no handshaking. Try enabling RTS/CTS handshaking for Port B. Do not change other settings. See Checking an OAF on page 4-11 for details on checking current options. Enable, or prolong, the corresponding receiver options. Contact your dealer to order an OAF with desired receiver options.

Error Message
Cant find Bluetooth. Causes The receivers Slot 3 is turned off. Solutions

1. Connect your receiver and a computer using an RS232

cable (see Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8).

2. Click Configuration->Receiver ->General. 3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 3 (B)
check box. The Bluetooth module is linked with another device. The Bluetooth modules processor is overloaded. Close the connection with the device, then connect to your receiver.

1. Put your receiver in Zero Power Mode. See Zero

Power Mode on page 4-16 for details.

2. Press and hold the Reset key for about one second to
return the receiver to normal mode.

3. Re-connect to the Bluetooth module.

The receiver does not have a Bluetooth module. Contact your dealer to purchase a Bluetooth enabled receiver.

5-8 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Bluetooth Problems

Error Message
Open COM# port failed: Access is denied. Causes Another application uses the computer port dedicated for connection. Solutions Close the application, then re-connect. Connect the receiver via another, unused computer port.

Problem
After searching for available devices, none are discovered. Causes The receiver is not receiving power. Solutions Check that the receiver is getting power and is turned on. Check that the power cable is attached to the port marked PWR. Unplug the cable, then securely and properly reconnect it to the receiver. If the power cable is damaged, contact your Dealer to purchase a new cable.

The receivers Slot 3 is turned off.

1. Connect your receiver and a computer using an RS232

cable (see Connecting the Maxor and a Computer on page 2-8).

2. Click Configuration->Receiver->General. 3. In the Turn on/off Slots area, enable the Slot 3 (B)
check box.

Problem
Can see the icon for the receivers Bluetooth module on the computer screen, but cannot connect to it. Causes Device security settings probably differ. Bluetooth module settings may have changed. Solutions Make sure your Bluetooth enabled devices use the same security settings. See Bluetooth Module Configuration on page 2-31, for details on changing security settings.

1. If you changed settings for your Bluetooth module,

remove it from the list of discovered Bluetooth devices using the Bluetooth manager program (supplied with the device used to manage the receiver).

2. Repeat the search.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual 5-9

TR O U B L E S H O O T I N G Obtaining Technical Support

Obtaining Technical Support

If the troubleshooting hints and tips in this User's Manual fail to remedy the problem, contact JNS Customer Support.

E-mail
To get in contact with JNS Customer Support by e-mail, use the following electronic mail addresses.
Table 5-1. Technical Support E-mail

For Questions Related To...

Hardware (receivers, antennas, firmware) OAF Ensemble PCView FieldView

Use...
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

If in doubt which e-mail address to use for your particular question, please send it to [email protected].

Website
The Javad Positioning Systems website provides current information about Javad's line of products. The support area of the website provides access to frequently asked questions, configuration procedures, manuals, e-mail support, etc. To access the JNS website home page, use: www.javad.com

5-10 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX

Creating Scripts
Script files allow you to save manual commands into one file. You can then load this single script instead of typing each individual command. Use the following procedure to create script files.

Tip:

For more information on script files, see the PCView User's Manual.
1. Connect your receiver and computer. See Connecting the Maxor and a

Computer on page 2-8 for this procedure.

2. Start PCView. 3. Click on File->Manual Mode. 4. Click Edit script. 5. Navigate to the folder in which you want to save the script file. 6. Type the file name. All files have a .jpc extension.

For example, Daisy_38400.jpc to enable the daisy chain and Daisy_Off.jpc to disable the daisy chain.
7. Click Yes to create the file.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual A-1

APPENDIX Creating Scripts

8. Type in the appropriate commands, pressing Enter or clicking Send

command after each one. See Table A-1 for these commands.
Table A-1. Script Commands

To Create Daisy Chain

%%set,dev/ser/crate,38400 %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/cur/term %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,echo %%set,cur/term/eoff,QUIT %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/null %%set,cur/term/imode,echo %%set,cur/term/echo,/dev/ser/c

To End Daisy Chain

QUIT %%set,cur/term/imode,cmd %%set,dev/ser/c/echo,/dev/null %%set,dev/ser/c/imode,cmd %%set,dev/ser/c/rate,38400 %%set,cur/term/rate,115200

9. Click Save script. 10. Click Close editor.

Once you have created a script file,

1. Click Load script on the Manual Mode dialog box. 2. Navigate to the folder that contains your script file. 3. Select the appropriate script file and click Send command.

A-2

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX

Specifications
This JNS product is a 20-channel GNSS (GPS and GLONASS) receiver with an internal PDL/UHF or GSM/Cell Phone radio, and a rugged aluminum housing complete with MinPad and cable connectors.

Maxor Specifications
Table B-1 lists receiver component details.
Table B-1. Receiver Specifications

Component

Details

Receiver Type (set by activating the proper OAF) Euro-80 GG G GPS L1 GG GPS/GLONASS L1 G GPS L1 GD GPS L1/L2 GD: GPS L1/L2 GG: GPS/GLONASS L1 GGD: GPS/GLONASS L1/L2

Euro-80 GD

Euro-112 (HE_GGD)

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual B-1

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
Tracking Specifications Standard Channels

Details

Euro-80 GG 20 channels (G, GG) Euro-80 GD - 20 channels (G, GD) Euro-112 GGD 20 channels (GG, GD, GGD), GPS/GLONASS L1, GPS L1/L2, GPS/GLONASS L1/L2, WAAS/EGNOS Cinderella days (see page B-9 for details) GPS/GLONASS, L1/L2 C/A and P-Code and Carrier, WAAS/EGNOS

Optional Tracked Signals Survey Mode

Static Kinematic (Continuous, Stop and Go) RTK (Real-time Kinematic) DGPS (Differential GPS) Survey Accuracy Static, Fast Static For L1+L2 H: 3mm + 1ppm x D; V: 5mm + 1.4ppm x D For L1 H: 5mm + 1.5ppm x D; V: 6mm + 1.5ppm x D For L1+ L2 H: 10mm + 1.5ppm x D; V: 20mm + 1.5ppm x D For L1 - H: 15mm + 1.5ppm x D; V: 30mm + 1.5ppm x D For L1+ L2 H: 10mm + 1.5ppm x D; V: 20mm + 1.5ppm x D For L1 - H: 15mm + 1.5ppm x D; V: 30mm + 1.5ppm x D < 60 sec < 10 sec < 1 sec

Kinematic

RTK

Cold Start Warm Start Reacquisition

B-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
Technology

Details

Common Tracking Low signal tracking Advanced Multipath mitigation WAAS Adjustable PLL and DLL parameters Radio Modem UHF Radio modem GSM modem Internal Rx or External Tx/Rx Europe and Asia 900/1800 MHz USA and Canada 900/1900 MHz

Bluetooth Module Specifications Type Service classes Supported profiles Frequency Country Code Data Storage and Display Status Indicators Controls Data Features Up to 20 Hz update rate for real time position and raw data (code and carrier) 10cm code phase and 0.1mm carrier phase precision RTCM SC104 version 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 I/O Multiple Base RTCM Geoid and Magnetic Variation models RAIM Different DATUMs support Output of grid coordinates CMR and CMR+ support Four, three-color LEDs Three function keys Class 2 Miscellaneous LM, L2CAP, SDP, PPP North America and Europe

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual B-3

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
I/O Communication Ports

Details

Up to four high speed RS232 serial ports. GGD option also has a USB port. External GPS/GLONASS Antenna, Modem Antenna, 1PPS output (optional), Event Marker input (optional), PWR, USB (GGD option only) Four external LEDs ON/OFF control input

Connectors

MinPad

Antenna GPS/GLONASS Antenna Antenna Type Memory Internal Memory Capacity Compact flash card (not removable) Standard 0 MB Max 512 MB (Maxor GD) or 1 GB (Maxor GGD) 53 hours (8 MB, 15 sec, L1/L2, 7 satellites) 0.05 to 86400 seconds, depending on purchased options Internal Microstrip

Logging Time Logging Interval Power Internal battery Battery size Battery weight Number of built-in batteries Charge battery

Li-Ion, 3000 mAh, 7.4 V 132 x 35 x 18 (mm) 165 g (1 battery) 2 batteries non-detachable battery

B-4 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
Operating time

Details
With UHF PDL Radio ON ~16 hours (Maxor-GD) ~12 hours (Maxor-GGD) With UHF PDL Radio OFF ~18 hours (Maxor-GD) ~14 hours (Maxor-GGD) 1 port 6 to 28 V DC (for work) 9 to 28 V DC (for charge battery) Minimum Charge Current >=2 Amp Typical: 2.5W Maximum: 2.7W Backup battery for timekeeping and almanac data storage 10 years minimum operation

External power Input voltage

Consumption

On-board

Environment Operating temperature Storage temperature Physical Enclosure Color Dimensions Weight Antenna Battery Controller Mounting Aluminum extrusion, rainproof Javad Green W:159 x H:88 x D:172 mm 1.65 kg Internal Two internal External 5/8-11 -30 C to + 60 C with batteries -40 C to +75 C with batteries

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual B-5

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
Seals Keys

Details
Silicon (molding in Color) Three keys: Power On/Off Function (FN) start/stop data logging; switch information mode. Reset receiver hardware reset Four LEDs: STAT satellite and receiver status REC record and data status BATT battery status RX modem status

LEDs

NMEA NMEA version Messages Output interval DGPS Correction format RTCM message type Process interval Output interval for RTCM correction data Elevation mask Multi-base DGPS RTK Correction format RTCM message type CMR2/CMR+ (Trimble compatible), RTCM SC104 Ver 2.2 or 2.3 3, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22; user selectable RTCM SC104 Ver 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3 1, 3, 9, 31, 32, 34; user selectable 1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional 1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional 0 to 90 deg (independent of data logging) Differential correction select mode: Nearest, Mix, Best (optional) Ver. 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 3.0 output GGA, GLL, GNS, GRS, GSA, GST, GSV, HDT, RMC, VTG, ZDA, ROT 1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional

B-6 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
Ambiguity initialize Baseline Length Initialize time Output interval for CMR/ RTCM Elevation Solution mode

Details
OTF (L1, L1/L2) Up to 50km in the morning and evening. Up to 32 km at noon. 5 seconds to 10 min depending on the base line length and multipath conditions 1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional 0 to 90 degrees (independent of data logging) Delay (synchronization) Extrapolation (not synchronized) 1Hz standard; 5, 10, 20Hz optional Delay mode - 20 msec to 20 sec (depends on latency which receives corrections data from base receiver) Extrapolation - 20 to 30 msec The receiver can record raw data at another interval during RTK operation Fix, Float, DOP, Data Link Status, Modem Latency, Common satellites, Percentage of fixing RTK coordinates, HRMS, VRMS, Covariance Matrix Selectable thresholds Low: 95%; Medium: 99.5%; High: 99.9%

Process interval Latency

Raw Data Logging Status Results Ambiguity fixing level PPS Output (optional) Number of PPS ports Edge Period Offset

1 Rise, Fall 10 to 1000000000 ms -500000000 to 500000000 msec -500000 to 500000 nsec GPS, GLONASS, UTC (USNO), UTC (SU)

Reference time

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual B-7

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-1. Receiver Specifications (Continued)

Component
Event Marker (optional) Number od Event Marker ports Edge Reference time Tracking Functions Multi-path reduction PLL/DLL setting Common tracking loop setting Smoothing interval WAAS/EGNOS Battery Charger (AC Adapter) Size Weight Operating Temperature Storage Temperature AC Input Voltage Frequency Current Output Connector

Details

1 Rise, Fall GPS, GLONASS, UTC (USNO), UTC (SU)

Code and Carrier Bandwidth, order, adjustable On/Off, Static Mode, Bandwidth of individual PLL, Bandwidth of common PLL Code and Carrier Standard

W:63.5 x L:102 x H:32.5 mm 400 g 0 C to +33 C -25 C to +75 C

90 to 264 V AC 47 to 63 Hz 1.5 Arms (120VAC); 0.75 Arms (240VAC) DC 12 V 4.16 A (50 W) Input (AC): 2-pin receptacle Output (DC): SAE 7 hours for Full Charge 6 hours for 90% Charge

Battery charge time

B-8 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX Specifications

Note: Cinderella days is an option that turns a single frequency, GPS receiver into a dual-frequency, GPS+GLONASS receiver for 24 hours every other Tuesday at GPS midnight. Refer to Javad's website for more information and specific Cinderella day dates. Notice: Performance specifications assume a minimum of 6 GPS or 7 GPS/GLONASS satellites above 15 degrees in elevation and adherence to the procedures recommended in this manual. In areas of high multipath, during periods of large PDOP, and during periods of increased ionospheric activity, performance may degrade. Use robust checking procedures in areas of extreme multipath or under dense foliage.

Notice:

Notice:

Connector Specifications
This sections lists Maxor connector details.

Radio (Modem) RF Connector

The Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) modem connector type (Table B-2) is a BNC Bulkhead Jack RF connector with an Applied Engineering Product p/n of 6501-7051-003.
Table B-2. Pacific Crest PDL (UHF) Modem Connector Specifications

Type
BNC

Signal Name
Modem I/O

Dir
I

Details
RF input from PDL antenna

The GSM modem connector type (Table B-3) is a TNC RF connector.

Table B-3. Spread Spectrum/GSM Modem Connector Specifications

Type
TNC

Signal Name
Modem I/O

Dir
I

Details
RF input from GSM antenna

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual B-9

APPENDIX Specifications

Power Connector
The power connector (Figure B-1) is a sealed receptacle, 5 pin, ODU p/n G80F1CT05QF00-0000.

Figure B-1. Power Connector

Table B-4 gives power connector specifications.

Table B-4. Power Connector Specifications

Number
1 2 3 4 5

Signal Name
Power_INP Power_INP Power_GND Power_GND

Dir
P P P P

Details
6 to 28 volts DC input 6 to 28 volts DC input Ground, power return Ground, power return Not used

Serial RS-232C Connector

For ports A and D. The RS232 connectors (Figure B-2) are sealed receptacle, 7 pin, ODU p/n G80F1C-T07QC00-0000.

Figure B-2. RS-232C Connector

B-10

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-5 gives the RS-232C cable connector specifications.

Table B-5. RS-232C Connector Specifications

Number
1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Signal Name
Power_OUT GND CTS RTS RXD TXD

Dir
P I O I O

Details
Power Output (supplied voltage) Signal ground Clear to send Request to send Receive data Transmit data Not used

USB Connector
The USB connector is a sealed receptacle, 5 pin, ODU p/n G80F1C-T05QF00-0000 (Figure B-3).

Figure B-3. USB Connector

Table B-6 gives the USB connector specifications.

Table B-6. USB Connector Specifications

Number
1 2 3

Signal Name

Dir

Details
Not used

USB_PWR GND

P -

Bus power Ground

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual B-11

APPENDIX Specifications

Table B-6. USB Connector Specifications

Number
4 5

Signal Name
USB D+ USB D-

Dir
I/O I/O

Details
Data plus Data minus

GPS External Antenna RF Connector

The external antenna connector type (Table B-7) is a TNC RF connector with an Applied Engineering Product part number 6001-7051-003.
Table B-7. External Antenna Connector Specifications

Type
TNC

Signal Name
ANT_IN

Dir
I

Details
RF input from LNA, 100 mA at 5.0 volts DC output

EVENT and 1PPS Connectors (Optional)

The EVENT and 1PPS connectors are coaxial female receptacles of BNC series, Kings Electronics part number KC-79-108. These connectors are optional.

B-12

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX

Safety Warnings
General Warnings
Notice: WARNING: To comply with RF exposure requirements, maintain at least 20cm between the user and the GSM radio modem. The Maxor is designed for survey and survey related uses (i.e., surveying coordinates, distances, angles and depths, and recording such measurements). This product should never be used: Without the user thoroughly understanding this manual. After disabling safety systems or altering the product. With unauthorized accessories. Without proper safeguards at the survey site. Contrary to applicable laws, rules, and regulations.

DANGER: THE MAXOR SHOULD NEVER BE USED IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS. USE IN RAIN OR SNOW FOR A LIMITED PERIOD IS PERMITTED.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual C-1

APPENDIX Safety Warnings

Internal Battery Pack Warnings

DANGER: NEVER ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE MAXOR CASING OR REPLACE THE BATTERIES! LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES CAN BE DANGEROUS IF MISHANDLED! DANGER: DO NOT INCINERATE OR HEAT BATTERY PACK ABOVE 212 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT (100 DEGREES CELSIUS).
EXCESSIVE HEAT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS DAMAGE AND POSSIBLE EXPLOSION.

WARNING:

Tampering with the internal batteries by end users or non-factory authorized technicians will void the receiver's warranty. Do not attempt to open the battery pack or replace it. Do not disassemble the battery pack. Do not charge in conditions different than specified. Do not use other than the specified battery charger. Do not short circuit. Do not crush or modify.

Usage Warnings
CAUTION: If this product has been dropped, altered, transported or shipped without proper packaging, or otherwise treated without care, erroneous measurements may occur. The owner should periodically test this product to ensure it provides accurate measurements. Inform JNS immediately if this product does not function properly. CAUTION: Only allow authorized JNS warranty service centers to service or repair this product.

C-2

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX

UHF Radio Usage

Notice: Many countries require a license for radio users (such as the United States). Be sure you comply with all local laws while operating a UHF radio. Working in RTK mode has made UHF the most popular choice for communications between Base and Rover receivers. The user should know the strengths and weaknesses of this technology to get the best use out of your Maxor system. The quality and strength on the UHF signals translates into the range of your UHF communications. The following concepts will help you get the most out of your UHF based communication systems:
1. Your system's range will greatly depend on the local conditions.

Topography, local communications and even meteorological conditions play a major role in the possible range of your RTK communications. A 35 Watt base radio will allow your Maxor system to reach distances of up to 12 miles using the standard antenna, depending on local conditions. Distances in the order of 4 to 7 miles (6 to 11 km) can be easily reached.

Tip:

Use a scanner to find clear channels for communication.

2. Your system's range will increase by adjusting the antenna of your Base

station in one of the following ways.

Ensure the Base radio has a fully charged battery.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual D-1

APPENDIX UHF Radio Usage

Use directional antennas and/or repeaters to increase your system's range.

Directional antennas concentrate the signal power within a more narrow direction, significantly increasing the range of your system.
Check out the JNS accessory line for various items to elevate your Base

radio.

D-2

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

APPENDIX

Warranty Terms
JNS electronic positioning equipment are guaranteed against defective material and workmanship under normal use and application consistent with this Manual. The equipment is guaranteed for the period indicated, on the warranty card accompanying the product, starting from the date that the product is sold to the original purchaser by JNS' Authorized Dealers2. During the warranty period, JNS will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no additional charge. Repair parts and replacement products will be furnished on an exchange basis and will be either reconditioned or new. This limited warranty does not include service to repair damage to the product resulting from an accident, disaster, misuses, abuse or modification of the product. Warranty service may be obtained from an authorized JNS warranty service dealer. If this product is delivered by mail, purchaser agrees to insure the product or assume the risk of loss or damage in transit, to prepay shipping charges to the warranty service location and to use the original shipping container or equivalent. A letter should accompany the package furnishing a description of the problem and/or defect. The purchaser's sole remedy shall be replacement as provided above. In no event shall JNS be liable for any damages or other claim including any claim for lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, the product.

2.The warranty against defects in Javad battery, charger, or cable is 90 days.

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual E-1

Notes:

E-2 Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INDEX
A
Accessory kit 1-6 AFRM 2-18 Almanac 2-34 broadcast data 1-3 collecting 2-34 Always append to file 2-18 Antenna 1-5, 1-8 offsets 3-3, 3-5 setup 3-2, 3-4 Antenna reference point 1-12, 3-2, 3-4 Automatic file rotation mode 2-18 extension 1-6 part numbers 1-6 receiver-to-SAE 1-6 RS-232C 1-6 USB 1-6 Charge internal batteries 2-7 Checking Firmware Version 4-16 Checking OAF 4-11 Clear NVRAM 4-14 w/ MinPad 4-14 w/ PCView 4-15 Collecting data 3-4 Components 1-8, 1-11 back panel 1-13 front panel 1-12 Configure Bluetooth module 2-31 receiver 2-12 Connect receiver to computer 2-8 using Bluetooth 2-9 using PCView 2-10 using RS-232 cable 2-9 using USB cable 2-9 Customer support 5-10

B
Back panel 1-13 Base setup 3-12 to 3-15 BATT LED battery status 2-7 blink pattern 4-6 green 4-5 orange 4-5 Battery 1-10 charger 1-6 Baud rate 3-14 set 115200 2-10 set 38400 2-21, 2-26, 2-28, 3-15, 3-17 Bluetooth 1-8, 2-8, 2-10, 2-31 BTCONF install 2-31 uninstall 2-31

D
Daisy chain 2-21, A-1 Data recording auto-start 2-20 Delete files 4-10 Differential corrections LQ field 3-17 Download BTCONF 2-31 files 4-7 FLoader 4-18

C
Cables 1-6

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual

Index

INDEX

Dual frequency 1-2

Kinematic survey 3-10

E
EIM 4-6 Ensemble 1-7 External antenna offsets 3-5 External power 2-3

L
LED BATT 4-5 REC 4-3 RX 4-6 STAT 4-2 Literature 1-7 Load firmware 4-17 LQ field 3-17

F
File creation mode 2-18 File name prefix 2-17 Files delete 4-10 download 4-7 flash 4-17 RAM 4-17 Firmware check version 4-16 load 4-17 Flash file 4-17 FLoader 1-7, 4-18 FN key 4-3

M
Manual mode 2-21 commands 2-22, 2-28 MinPad 1-13 using 4-2 Modem configuration 2-21 RX LED 4-6

N
Normal mode 4-6 NVRAM 1-4 clear

G
GNSS 1-2 GSM 1-8, 1-9 configuration 2-29 to 2-31

w/ MinPad 4-14 w/ PCView 4-15 O

OAF 1-14 check 4-11 load 4-13 Offsets external antenna 3-5 internal antenna 3-3

I
Information mode EIM 4-6 normal 4-6 Initial data collection dynamic mode 2-19 Internal antenna 1-8 offsets 3-3 Internal batteries 1-10, 2-2 charge 2-7 status 2-7 Internal components 1-8 Internal radio 1-8 configuration 2-21

P
Pacific Crest 1-9 Part numbers cables 1-6 PCView 1-7 configuration 2-12 manage power 2-4 PDL 1-9 configuration 2-21 software 2-22

K
Kinematic Continuous configuration 3-11

Index

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com

INDEX

PDLCONF 2-22 Power board 1-9 charger 2-3 external 2-2 internal 2-2 management 2-4 Power board RAM file 4-17 Power supply/charger 1-6

T
Turn receiver on/off 4-2

U
UHF radio modem 2-21 USB connection parameters 2-11 driver 2-9

R
REC LED 4-3 Receiver modes 4-6 EIM 4-6 normal 4-6 Receiver Setup 3-2 Reset key 4-2 Rover 3-9, 3-10 configuration 3-16 setup 3-15 RS-232 connection parameters 2-9 RTK 1-2 RX LED 4-6

W
Warnings battery pack C-2 general C-1 usage C-2

Z
Zero power mode 4-16 reset key 4-2

S
Scripts 2-22 create A-1 Security parameters 2-33 SHMM 1-13 Sleep mode 4-15 Software BTCONF 1-7 Ensemble 1-7 FieldView 1-7 FLoader 1-7, 4-18 PCView 1-7 PDLCONF 1-7 Start/stop data recording 4-3 STAT LED 4-2 blink pattern 4-2, 4-7 Static survey 3-7 configuration 3-8 Stop and Go survey 3-10 configuration 3-10 Surveying types 3-7

www.javad.com

Maxor Users Manual

Index

Notes:

Index

Maxor Users Manual

www.javad.com