Mobile Mapper Beacon Receiver

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MMBR

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Description:

Bluetooth-Enabled Wireless Differential Correction Receiver

Flexible Compatibility
MobileMapperTM Beacon improves the real-time positioning accuracy of GPS receivers by providing DGPS corrections. Specifically designed for Magellan mobile mapping solutions, and compatible with most other GPS receivers, MobileMapper Beacon provides access to standard RTCM SC-104 DGPS corrections broadcast by beacon networks around the world. It can be easily connected to your GPS receiver using the integrated Bluetooth® wireless technology or the included serial cable.

Reliable Accuracy
In the field, reliable positioning accuracy is imperative. With MobileMapper Beacon providing DGPS corrections to your handheld GPS receiver, you can have confidence in your ability to attain accurate results even in environments considered challenging for WAAS and EGNOS. Designed to go where you go, MobileMapper Beacon offers maximum portability and convenience with an integrated all-in-one design built to withstand rigorous conditions.

Advanced Features
MobileMapper Beacon employs an integrated H-field antenna and advanced signal processing for superior performance in challenging environments. Automatic tuning to the best available beacon signal minimizes configuration and set-up time.

Powered by four standard AA batteries and conveniently worn in a belt-mounted carrying case, MobileMapper Beacon provides flexible, reliable and powerful hands-free performance. Bluetooth wireless technology gives you cable-free convenience with Bluetooth-enabled receivers. An external serial data port offers cabled connectivity to MobileMapper Pro and other standard GPS receivers.

Specification:

MobileMapper™ Beacon compliments the Magellan mobile mapping family
of products by improving real-time positioning accuracy with broadcast
DGPS corrections. This differential receiver with Bluetooth® wireless
technology provides access to standard RTCM SC-104 DGPS
corrections broadcast by beacon networks around the world.
Advanced signal processing allows the MobileMapper Beacon to deliver
reliable DGPS data from beacon broadcasts, even in noisy
environments. MobileMapper Beacon works with any GPS receivers
that supports RTCM. Used together with MobileMapper CE,
MobileMapper Beacon may be configured through a simple Windows®
CE application, which enables automatic or manual tuning of the receiver
and monitoring of operational and performance status. A free
MobileMapper Beacon control utility is also available as a standalone
application for Windows Mobile 2003 or Windows XP/2000 environment.
MobileMapper Beacon is compatible with any GPS receiver that supports
input of RTCM SC-104 DGPS corrections. To use with the MobileMapper
Pro, simply connect the MobileMapper Beacon with the optional serial
cable for a real-time DGPS solution.
Powered by four AA batteries, MobileMapper Beacon is compact and
conveniently fits into a belt-mounted holster for easy, hands-free portability.
MobileMapper Beacon employs an internal H-field antenna to provide
superior signal reception in challenging environments, and integrated
Bluetooth wireless technology to offer users cable-free connectivity
to MobileMapper CE and other devices featuring Bluetooth wireless
technology.
Compact, rugged and affordable, MobileMapper Beacon offers the
most demanding GPS users cable-free convenience and
reliability in the field.
DIFFERENTIAL CORRECTION RECEIVER
WITH BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

Receiver Characteristics
• Channels: 2 independent channels
• Frequency input: 283.5 to 325.0 kHz
• Channel spacing: 500 Hz
• Modulation: Minimum shift keying (MSK)
• MSK data rates: 100 and 200 bps
• Dynamic range: 100 dB
• Selectivity: > 60 dB at 400 Hz offset
• Operation modes: manual and automatic
• Internal antenna: H-field
Communication Characteristics
• Data output: RTCM SC-104
• Serial RS232 support
• Port settings: 4800 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit,
no parity
• Bluetooth wireless technology
- Bluetooth specification: 1.1
- Bluetooth power class: 1
- Profile: Standard serial port
Physical Characteristics
• Size: 4.75" W x 4.95" L x 4.95" H
(12.07 cm W x 12.57 cm L x 12.57 cm H)
• Weight: 0.58 kg (1.27 lbs) including 4 AA
alkaline batteries, no pouch
User Interface
• Power Button - On/Off push-button
• LED indication: Power - red, beacon lock -
green, Bluetooth connection - Blue
• Advanced configuration setup and diagnostics
via DGPS Configuration (MobileMapper CE
software utility)
• Automatic tuning feature
Power Characteristics
• Input Voltage: 4.0 to 6.0 VDC
• Batteries: 4 AA batteries, alkaline or NiMH
• Battery life: 8 hours continuous at 0º C
• Nominal current: 130 mA
• RF Connector: SMA socket
• Antenna Impedance: 50 ohms
Environmental Characteristics
• Environmental Protection: IEC-529 IPX5
• Operating Temperature: -30º C to +70º C
operating, excluding battery effects
• Storage Temperature: -40º C to +80º C,
excluding batteries
• Humidity: 100% condensing, ingress protection
to IPX5
Standard Accessories
• 2 battery clips
• Pouch
• 4 AA batteries
• PC interface cable
• Printed manual
Optional Accessories
• External H-field loop DGPS beacon antenna
3.3 VDC
• External RF cable (SMA to TNC)
• MobileMapper Pro serial cable

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