6.1.2 Configuration
6.1.2.1 Serial Variants
1. Mount the unit in the standard alignment of X+ pointing forward and Z+ pointing down. For more
information, see 6.2 Mounting GNSS Compass.
2. Connect a USB to serial adaptor to the primary port of the GNSS Compass Serial Breakout Cable.
3. Install 64-bit Java from http://www.java.com.
4. Download GNSS Compass Manager from https://www.advancednavigation.com.au/product/gnss-
compass#software.
5. Run GNSS Compass Manager by double clicking on the file.
6. Select the port, set the baud rate to 115,200 and click Connect.
7. Using the Configuration menu, options can be changed as required. Changes to configuration are saved
between power cycles and only need to be applied once.
6.1.2.2 Ethernet Variants
1. Mount the unit in the standard alignment of X+ pointing forward and Z+ pointing down. For more
information, see 6.2 Mounting GNSS Compass.
2. Plug the Ethernet cable from the GNSS Compass into the “Data+Power” port on the PoE injector. Plug an
Ethernet cable into the Data port and connect the other end to a DHCP router.
3. Download and install the Bonjour ZeroConf networking utility from the link
https://www.advancednavigation.com/Bonjour64.msi.
4. Open a web browser and type in the address http://gnss-compass.local/ to access the web interface.
5. Using the Configuration menu, options can be changed as required. Changes to configuration are saved
between power cycles and only need to be applied once. The default username is admin and default
password is password.
6.2 Mounting GNSS Compass
6.2.1 Mounting Location
When installing GNSS Compass into a vehicle, the mounting position and alignment of the unit are essential
for achieving optimal performance. Position refers to the physical location within the vehicle where the unit is
installed while alignment refers to the orientation of the unit with respect to the orientation of the vehicle.
When planning a mounting location for GNSS Compass, refer to Figure 9: Mounting Location example, and
be mindful of the following recommendations.
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Mount the unit in clear view of the sky
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Mounting the unit at least 3m from transmitting devices, otherwise they may degrade heading
performance due to interference.
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Mount the unit in an area that will not exceed the rated temperature range, and with minimal temperature
fluctuations.
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Mount the unit away from high levels of vibration where possible.
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