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General| Model | Vector G2 |
|---|---|
| Type | GNSS Compass |
| Channels | 220 |
| Output Rate | Up to 20 Hz |
| Input Voltage | 9-36 VDC |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Enclosure | IP67 |
| Resolution | 0.01° |
| Protection Level | IP67 |
| Frequency Bands | GPS L1/L2, GLONASS L1/L2, BeiDou B1/B2 |
| Positioning Accuracy | 1.5 m |
| Heading Accuracy | 0.2° (baseline > 1 m) |
| Roll/Pitch Accuracy | 0.5° |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +85°C |
| Communication Interface | RS232 |
| Baud Rate | 115200 bps |
Explains how to identify the generation of the Vector G2 & G2B unit based on its serial number.
Details the variations between the first and second generations of ComNav Vector GPS Compasses.
Covers the types of cables supplied and options for extending them, including specifications for marine-grade wiring.
Lists the different standard cable types supplied with Vector G2 & G2B, detailing part numbers and wire color coding for each generation.
Provides guidance on routing cables, avoiding damage, and ensuring proper installation practices for signal integrity.
Outlines the requirements for the power supply, including fuse/breaker installation and adherence to electrical safety standards.
Describes the two serial ports (Port A and Port B) on the Vector G2, detailing their full-duplex capabilities for data transmission.
Details the RS-422 and RS-232 communication standards used for marine equipment and PCs, including wiring.
Outlines serial data formatting (8-N-1) and the importance of matching baud rates for communication.
Provides wiring details for Commander P2, Admiral P3, 5001, and other ComNav autopilot systems.
Discusses connecting the Vector G2 to a PC via serial (COM) ports, including USB-to-Serial adapters.
Shows PC connector pinouts and provides wiring details for DE9 and DB25 connectors to interface G2's RS-232 ports.
Explains normal operation, GPS signal acquisition, and configuration of output ports for data transmission.
Describes NMEA 0183, proprietary, and binary output formats, detailing NMEA sentences and their rates.
Details proprietary and binary output sentences, noting default settings and potential incompatibilities.
Discusses baud rate configuration and electrical interface types (RS-422/RS-232) for data communication.
Explains the alarm relay function and the watchdog timer, both related to heading data validity and system status.
Outlines methods for changing settings using Navigator G2, PocketMAX PC, or HyperTerminal, and the need for control devices.
Explains using HyperTerminal for monitoring and configuring the Vector G2, noting challenges with real-time data display.
Details commands for controlling NMEA output sentences, update rates, and port configurations.
Lists commands for managing proprietary output sentences and their rates.
Covers commands for receiver tuning, baud rates, DGPS sources, and other operational parameters.
Lists commands for status queries, saving configuration, and setting smoothing time constants for data.
Explains how to configure for athwartships mounting and correct for enclosure alignment biases using specific commands.
Describes disabling/recalibrating the tilt sensor and disabling the gyro sensor using specific commands.
Introduces user-configurable time constants to smooth data outputs like heading, affecting responsiveness.
Lists time constants for various measurements, their effects, and formulae for calculating optimal values.
Discusses setting baud rates and managing data bandwidth to prevent corruption, including estimation methods.
Provides tables to record chosen settings for sentences, baud rates, alignment, and operational parameters for future reference.
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