DPS 110

Installation Manual

Kongsberg Maritime Part no.: 338575

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April 2010
Document history
Document number: 345805
Rev. A April 2010 First version.

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Kongsberg Maritime AS.
Kongsberg Maritime AS endeavours to ensure that all information in this document is correct and fairly
stated, but does not accept liability for any errors or omissions.

Warning
The equipment to which this manual applies must only be used for the purpose for which it was
designed. Improper use or maintenance may cause damage to the equipment and/or injury to personnel.
The user must be familiar with the contents of the appropriate manuals before attempting to operate
or work on the equipment.
Kongsberg Maritime disclaims any responsibility for damage or injury caused by improper installation,
use or maintenance of the equipment.

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Table of contents

1 INTRODUCTION ................................................................ 5
2 SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................. 6
2.1 Mechanical Specifications ........................................................................................6
2.1.1 Processing Unit ............................................................................................ 6
2.1.2 GNSS antenna .............................................................................................. 6
2.1.3 IALA beacon antenna ................................................................................... 6
2.1.4 Spotbeam antenna......................................................................................... 6
2.2 Electrical Specifications ...........................................................................................7
2.2.1 Power .......................................................................................................... 7
2.2.2 External Interfaces ........................................................................................ 7
2.3 Environmental Specifications...................................................................................7
2.3.1 Processing Unit ............................................................................................ 7
2.3.2 GPS antenna................................................................................................. 8
2.3.3 IALA beacon antenna ................................................................................... 8
2.3.4 Spotbeam antenna......................................................................................... 8
3 INSTALLATION ................................................................. 8
3.1 Introduction ..............................................................................................................8
3.2 Mechanical Installation ............................................................................................9
3.2.1 Location of the System Parts ......................................................................... 9
3.2.2 Installation Procedures ................................................................................ 10
3.3 Electrical Installation..............................................................................................16
4 INSTALLATION DRAWINGS............................................. 17

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1 INTRODUCTION
This document describes the installation of the DPS 110. The
DPS 110 is a high-performance DGPS position sensor that
houses an IALA beacon receiver and a DGNSS receiver. DPS
110 is capable of sub-metre performance using the free-of-charge
differential corrections from IALA beacons and SBAS
(WAAS/EGNOS/MSAS/GAGAN) and the subscription-based
SeaSTAR SGG service.

The system is supplied with the following KM parts:

• DPS 110 Processing Unit, Part no. 338577
• DGPS IALA Beacon Antenna, Part no. 701028
• Seatex GPS L1/L2 Antenna, Part no. 701243
• Seatex Spotbeam Antenna, Part no. 701774
• DPS 110 User Manual, Part no. 338578
Note
For installation of the GPS/GLONASS L1/L2 antenna with
N-connector, Part no. 341937, please refer to KM Installation
Manual no. 344135 and Figures 8, 9, 10 and 11 in Section 4
of this document.

Note
The guidelines for installation presented here must be regarded
as a base for detailed plans prepared by the installation shipyard.
These plans must include drawings, instructions and procedures
specific to the ship in which the equipment are to be installed.
These drawings must be approved by the local maritime
classification society.

Note
Unless stated otherwise, all installation work stated in this
document is to be performed by yard/customer personnel. It
is the responsibility by the yard/customer to assure that their
installation personnel are sufficiently qualified, and that proper
caution is taken to avoid injuries or damage to life, health,
equipment and property.

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2 SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 Mechanical Specifications
2.1.1 Processing Unit
Height: 88.1 mm (2U)
Width: 485 mm (19")
Depth: Min 325 mm (excluding connectors on rear panel) and
max 412 mm
Weight: 5.8 kg
Colour: Front anodized natural

2.1.2 GNSS antenna

Type: Novatel GPS-702-GG
Height: 69.1 mm
Diameter: 185 mm
Weight: 0.5 kg
Colour: White
Connector type: N-female
The GNSS antenna is a right-hand circular polarised L-band
antenna with an integral low-noise amplifier. The internal thread
is 5/8 x 11 (standard marine mount).

2.1.3 IALA beacon antenna

Type: MA40 beacon antenna
Height: 84 mm
Diameter: 128 mm
Weight: 0.45 kg
Colour: White
Connector type: TNC-S
The antenna is an active H-field antenna.

2.1.4 Spotbeam antenna

Type: AD430-3141
Height: 96 mm
Diameter: 150 mm
Weight: 1.4 kg
Connector type: N-female

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The antenna is a shaped dipole with right-hand circular

polarisation, an onmi-directional radiation pattern in azimuth and
good reception down to 5 degrees in elevation.

2.2 Electrical Specifications

2.2.1 Power
2.2.1.1 Processing Unit
Voltage: 100 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: max. 75 W
Batteries: None, connection to UPS recommended

2.2.1.2 GPS antenna

Voltage: 5 V DC, from Processing Unit

2.2.1.3 IALA beacon antenna

Voltage: 12 V DC, from Processing Unit

2.2.1.4 Spotbeam antenna

Voltage: 12 V DC, from Processing Unit

2.2.2 External Interfaces

2.2.2.1 Processing Unit
Serial ports:
3 non-dedicated isolated ports, RS-232 or RS-422
Baud rate: Up to 115 200 bytes/sec
LAN: 2 Ethernet ports
USB: 1 port

2.3 Environmental Specifications

2.3.1 Processing Unit
Enclosure material: Aluminium
Operating temperature range: -15 °C to +55 °C (Operating
temperature up to +55 ºC for 10 hours)
Recommended operating temperature: Room temperature (+20
°C)
Storage temperature: -20 °C to +70 °C
Operating humidity: Max. 95 % non-condensing
Storage humidity: Less than 55 %

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Ingress protection front: IP 42

Ingress protection rear: IP 21

2.3.2 GPS antenna

Operating temperature range: -40 °C to +85 °C
Ingress protection: IP X6 and IP X7

2.3.3 IALA beacon antenna

Operating temperature range: -30°C to +70°C
Relative humidity: 100% condensing

2.3.4 Spotbeam antenna

Operating temperature range: -30°C to +70°C
Relative humidity: 100% condensing

3 INSTALLATION

3.1 Introduction
This chapter covers installation of the DPS 110 and the GNSS
and IALA beacon antennas.
The installation includes:
• Location of the system parts.
• Mounting of the Process Unit.
• Mounting of the GPS antenna.
• Mounting of the IALA antenna.
• Mounting of the Spot Beam antenna.
• Connecting cables.

Safety:
General safety guidelines to be followed when working in mast
and on deck.

Personnel qualifications:
Trained electrical workers.

Minimum number of personnel:

2, especially when mounting the Antenna Bracket to the Holder.

Special tools required:

None.

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3.2 Mechanical Installation

Please refer to Section 4 Installation Drawings.

3.2.1 Location of the System Parts

The following sections contain instructions regarding mounting
of the various system parts.

3.2.1.1 GPS and IALA beacon antennas

The space above the GPS antenna has to be free of obstructions
of any kind. The GPS and IALA beacon antennas should be
protected from direct illumination of radar beams and other
transmitting antennas such as Inmarsat antennas. Run the cables
in a steel pipe in areas where the danger for radiation is high.
The maximum length for each of the antenna coaxial cables is
100 metres for the cable type normally delivered with the system
(1/2" Superflex). If longer cables are needed, a low noise signal
amplifier (LNA) should be fitted.
Mount the GPS antenna so that it has a clear view of the sky.
Note
Do not mount the antenna close to stays, electrical cables,
metal masts, CB radio antennas, cellular phone antennas,
air-conditioning units, active TV antennas or machine accessory
lights.

Note
Do not mount the antenna near transmitting antennas, radar
arrays or satellite communication equipment.

Note
Do not mount the antenna near areas that experience high
vibrations, excessive heat, electrical interference and strong
magnetic fields.

3.2.1.2 Spotbeam antenna

Antenna positioning is critical to system performance.
The following conditions must be met for optimum system
performance:
• Antenna must be mounted at least 1.5 metres away from
transmitting antennas of any frequency. Closer positioning
may cause overloading of receiver RF circuits.

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• The antenna should be mounted at the highest practical point

that will give a good view of the horizon and be as near level
as possible.
• The antenna should not be mounted in a location where it can
easily be damaged during normal operation.

3.2.1.3 Processing Unit

When installing the Processing Unit, consider the following:
• The unit is designed for indoor installation and should not be
exposed to heavy vibrations, transformers or similar.
• The unit has an internal fan and requires free airflow from the
rear and out to the sides. It is recommended that ventilation
or air conditioning is provided in order to keep the ambient
operating temperature around +20 °C. The best location is
typically in the instrument room or on the bridge with good
ventilation and resilient mounting.
• It is recommended that the area around the unit is kept free
from dust and static electricity.
• All connections to the unit are at the rear and available space
for cable connections and service must be provided.

3.2.2 Installation Procedures

3.2.2.1 Mounting the Processing Unit

The DPS 110 Processing Unit should be securely mounted to a
flat surface using the table mounting brackets. The Processing
Unit can be mounted in a variety of ways both vertically and
horizontally. The table mounting brackets provides both table top
mounting or under table mounting.

Figure 1 Bottom Mounting Bracket

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Figure 2 Top Mounting Bracket

Figure 3 Table Mounting Bracket

A pair of 2U rack mounting brackets is also delivered together

with the DPS 110 as additional equipment in case the system
should be installed in a rack. In order to use these brackets, the
table mounting brackets must be removed. The rack mounting
brackets are fastened under the front cover.
It is recommended that the cables attached to the rear of the unit
should be long enough to accommodate all service from the front.
The unit must be mounted in such a way that the minimum cable
bends (on the rear side) are not exceeded. For the antenna cables
it may be necessary to use the short transition RG-213 or RG-214
cable in order to route the cables properly into the cabinet.
Caution
The Processing Unit must be resiliently mounted;
otherwise the warranty will be void.

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The Processing Unit should have ventilation on the sides.

Screened cables are connected to the back of the unit, directly on
the rear panel or on a connector block with screen terminals. All
cables connected to the unit must be screened. Make sure that the
minimum antenna cable bends are not exceeded.

3.2.2.2 GPS antenna and cable mounting

Note
The maximum length of the antenna coaxial cables is 100 metres
for the cable types normally supplied with the system. If longer
cables are needed, a low noise signal amplifier (LNA) should
be fitted.

The cables used are RG-214 and ½" Cellflex superflexible.

Install the antenna as follows:
1 Attach the antenna to the mounting rod and attach the rod to
the ship’s masthead or pole with proper mounting hardware
like U-bolts or hose-clamps.
2 Attach the antenna interconnection cable to the antenna and
connect the ½" Cellflex superflexible cable to the other end
of the interconnection cable.
3 Wrap outdoor cable connections with waterproof
self-vulcanising tape. An alternative way of waterproofing
is to use heat shrink hose with glue. The hose should cover
the whole connector and part of the cable.
4 Dependent on the cable installation, secure the cable to the
mast every one to three metres with clamps or bands.
Note
The cable running from the GPS antenna to the DPS 110
Processing Unit should be as straight as possible. Do not
crush or crimp the cable with tiedowns, as this will affect the
electrical properties of the cable.

5 Check the antenna cable for short-circuiting. Route the

connector at the other end of the antenna cable to the main
unit.
6 Connect the cable to the DPS 110 unit. A short
interconnection cable is delivered in order to get secure
cable runs into the cabinet.

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Caution
If the antenna cable is attached to the DPS 110
unit, do not attach the antenna cable to the antenna
when the unit is running. If the antenna cable is
short-circuited with POWER ON, the GPS receiver
will be damaged.

Figure 4 IALA beacon antenna

3.2.2.3 IALA beacon antenna and cable mounting

The construction of the mount enables routing of the cable either
along the inside or the outside of the mast tube.
An RG-214 cable is used for distances shorter than 50 metres,
while a ½" superflexible cable is used for distances longer than
50 metres.
Install the antenna as follows:
1 Attach the antenna to a mast tube or pole by using the
provided U-bolts.
2 Attach the antenna cable to the antenna.
3 Wrap outdoor cable connections with waterproof
self-amalgamating tape. An alternate way of waterproofing
is to use heat shrink hose with glue. The hose should cover
the whole connector and part of the cable.
4 Make sure the ground strap at the antenna base is connected
to a suitable place ensuring good grounding. When installed,
the terminals of the ground strap should be sealed from
moisture to prevent corrosion. Paint or silicone sealant can
be recommended for this.
5 Secure the cable to the mast every one to three metres.

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6 Route the connector at the other end of the antenna cable to

the main unit. Connect the cable to the DPS 110 unit. A
short RG-214 cable is often needed in order to secure cable
runs into the cabinet. This cable is included in the DPS 110
package.
Caution
If the antenna cable is attached to the DPS 110 unit, do
not attach the antenna cable to the antenna when the
unit is running. If the antenna cable is short-circuited
with POWER ON, the IALA beacon receiver will be
damaged.

3.2.2.4 Spotbeam antenna and cable mounting

The antenna cable must be correctly installed for optimum
system operation. Therefore, the following should be noted:
• Do not route an L-Band receiver antenna cable with the
cabling of any other radio system. This may cause interference
between both systems.
• If at all possible, do not run L-Band receiver antenna
cables parallel to other radio system cabling closer than 30
centimetres.
• Avoid routing cables along-side power generator cabling
and other high electrical noise sources. This can cause
interference.
• Do not kink cables or force cables into sharp bends that may
damage the cables and cause system failure.
• After installation, ensure that excess cable is looped and
clamped or tied safely away from any control cables, fuel
lines, hydraulic lines or moving parts.
• When stowing over-length cabling, form loops not less than
150 mm minimum cable bend radius.
• Cable routing must avoid high temperature exposure.

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Figure 5 Spotbeam Antenna, Mounting

Note
For the installation please refer to KM manual; 315507 Spot
Beam Antenna Installation Manual.

Install the antenna as follows:

1 Attach the antenna to a mast tube or pole by using the
provided U-bolts.
2 Attach the antenna cable to the antenna.
3 Wrap outdoor cable connections with waterproof
self-amalgamating tape. An alternate way of waterproofing
is to use heat shrink hose with glue. The hose should cover
the whole connector and part of the cable.
4 Secure the cable to the mast every one to three metres.
5 Connect the cable to the Processing Unit. A short RG-214
cable is often needed in order to secure cable runs into the
cabinet. This cable is included in the DPS 110 package.

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3.3 Electrical Installation

Please refer to Section 4 Installation Drawings.

The electrical installation consists of:

• Connecting a cable between the GPS antenna and the
Processing Unit.
• Connecting a cable between the IALA beacon antenna and the
Processing Unit.
• Connecting a cable between the Spotbeam antenna and the
Processing Unit.
• Connecting cables with output data between the Processing
Unit and external equipment (optional).
Caution
Before powering on the Processing Unit, make sure the
antenna cables and antennas are connected. Connecting
or disconnecting an antenna or antenna cable when the
processing Unit is already powered, may permanently
damage the antenna port on the Processing Unit or the
antenna itself, voiding your warranty. If the antenna
cable is short-circuited with power on, the receiver
within the Processing Unit will be damaged.

The electrical installation of the various parts is performed in

the following steps:
1 Connect the GPS antenna cable to the connector marked
GNSS 1 at the rear of the Processing Unit.
2 Connect the IALA beacon cable to the connector marked
IALA at the rear of the Processing Unit.
3 Connect the Spotbeam antenna cable to the connector
marked GNSS 2 at the rear of the Processing Unit.
Note
The GPS, IALA beacon and Spotbeam antenna cables must
be as straight as possible. Do not crush or crimp the cable
with tie-downs as this will affect the electrical properties
of the cables.

4 Connect the cables for output data from DPS 110 to external
equipment to the ports Com 9 through Com 11, analog
output signals or the Ethernet connections.
5 Connect the 100 – 240 V AC ship’s power supply to the
power connector at the rear of the Processing Unit.

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Table 1 Figure Table

Figure Description
Figure 6 Processing and HMI Units 2U, Dimensions
Figyre 7 Spotbeam Antenna Dimensions
Figure 8 GPS L1/L2, Antenna Dimensions
Figure 9 GPS L1/L2, Mast Mounting
Figure 10 GPS L1/L2, Mounting
Figure 11 GPS L1/L2, Connecting Coaxial Cable

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Figure 6 Processing and HMI Units 2U, Dimensions

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Figure 7 Spotbeam Antenna Dimensions

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Figure 8 GPS L1/L2 Antenna Dimensions

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Figure 9 GPS L1/L2 Antenna, Mast Mounting

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Figure 10 GPS L1/L2 Antenna, Mounting

Figure 11 GPS L1/L2 Antenna, Connecting Coaxial Cable

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