FixPosition Vision-RTK 2

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Summary

Technical Data

Technical Details

Covers output rate, positioning accuracy, heading accuracy, velocity accuracy, and acquisition time.

Communication and Configuration

Details data formats, operation modes, RTK correction format, and time synchronization.

Hardware

Lists supported GNSS constellations, camera, IMU, internal storage, and time synchronization hardware.

Interfaces

Describes wired/wireless inputs/outputs, GNSS antenna connector, and camera inputs.

Electrical Specifications

Specifies the supply voltage range and typical power consumption.

Mechanical Specifications

Provides dimensions and weight of the Vision-RTK 2 device.

Environmental Specifications

Details operating temperature range and certifications.

Setup Overview

Step 1: Power on the Vision-RTK 2

Guides on connecting power to the Vision-RTK 2, either via external supply or battery.

Step 2: Connect to the Web-interface

Explains how to connect to the device's web interface via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

Step 3: Configure network

Instructs on providing internet access to the Vision-RTK 2 for GNSS corrections.

Step 4: Configure GNSS corrections

Details how to provide RTK corrections via NTRIP or other sources.

Step 5: Start Fusion Engine and Calibrate IMU

Guides on starting the Fusion engine and performing IMU calibration.

Step 1: Power on the Vision-RTK 2

Connecting and Powering the Device

Details connecting the Vision-RTK 2 to an external power supply or battery.

Powering Off the Device

Explains that powering off is done by simply disconnecting the power supply.

Powering Additional Information

Provides notes on power cable security, supply requirements, and USB-C port usage.

Step 2: Connect to the Web-interface

Connection via Ethernet

Guides on connecting to the web interface using the provided Ethernet cable.

Connection via Wi-Fi

Explains connecting to the Wi-Fi SSID and accessing the web interface.

Web Interface Connection Notes

Covers Wi-Fi suitability, antenna range, password settings, and static IP.

Step 3: Configure Network

Ethernet Network Setup

Details configuring network connection via Ethernet, as DHCP client or server.

Wi-Fi Network Setup

Guides on configuring network connection via Wi-Fi, selecting band and adding connection.

Network Configuration Notes

Provides notes on internet access, connection prioritization, and Wi-Fi settings.

Step 4: Configure GNSS Corrections

NTRIP Client Configuration

Instructions for configuring GNSS corrections using the recommended NTRIP client.

I;O Port Configuration

Explains sending RTCM3 messages via I/O port, disabling internal NTRIP client.

TCP Client Configuration

Details connecting to a TCP/IP host that provides RTCM3 messages.

GNSS Corrections Notes

Covers geodetic coordinate system and base-station proximity for corrections.

Step 5: Configure the Fusion Engine

Tuning Mode Selection

Guides on choosing the appropriate tuning mode based on platform dynamics.

GNSS Antenna Extrinsics

Details setting GNSS antenna extrinsics with millimeter accuracy.

Fusion Engine Configuration Notes

Provides notes on wheel-speed sensor, starter kit presets, autostart, and baseline checks.

Step 6: Configure Output

Output Generators Configuration

Explains setting output frequency, offset, translation, and rotation.

Output Messages Selection

Guides on choosing desired messages and output channels (UART, TCP, etc.).

Output Configuration Notes

Covers output translation relativity, NMEA precision, bandwidth, and message impact.

Step 7: Check GNSS Status

Verify Correction Data Stability

Instructions to ensure correction data is connected and stable.

Confirm RTK Fixed Status

Guides on checking both GNSS receivers are in 'RTK Fixed' status.

GNSS Status Additional Information

Provides notes on initialization, signal levels, antenna state, and troubleshooting.

Step 8: Check Camera View

Cropping Camera Images

Directs to crop feature-sparse regions and static objects from camera images.

Camera View Additional Information

Discusses auto-exposure, sensor orientation, and low-lighting conditions.

Step 9: Start the Fusion Engine

Initiating Fusion Engine and RTK Fix

Guides on clicking 'Start' and achieving 'RTK fixed' status in an open area.

Verifying Sensor Status and Map

Ensures message outputs are active and the map arrow indicates sensor heading.

Step 10: Calibrate the IMU

Pre-Calibration Requirements

Lists requirements: RTK fixed, correct extrinsics, and dynamic motion.

Performing IMU Calibration

Details moving the sensor in figure-eight and back-and-forth patterns.

Confirming IMU Bias Convergence

Instructs to calibrate until IMU status shows 'Converged'.

IMU Calibration Additional Information

Explains saving biases, continuous estimation, and interpreting 'Excessive noise'.

Data Logging and Customer Support

Logging Location and Level Selection

Guides on selecting internal/external disk and minimal/medium/maximal logging levels.

Retrieving Log Files

Explains how to retrieve recorded logs from the web interface.

Obtaining Technical Support

Provides contact information for documentation, dashboard access, and issue reporting.

Software Update

Performing the Software Update

Details navigating to System > Update and dragging the SWU file.

Software Update Information

Guides to find release notes and contact support for firmware updates.