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Foif A20 User Manual

Foif A20
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A20 GNSS Receiver
User Manual
Suzhou FOIF Co.,Ltd
Version 1.0
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Foif A20 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels220
Tilt SensorYes
IMUYes
Battery LifeUp to 10 hours
Waterproof/DustproofIP67
Satellite SystemsGalileo
Data StorageInternal memory
CommunicationBluetooth, Wi-Fi
Power SupplyRechargeable battery
Antenna TypeInternal
InterfaceUSB
ProtocolNMEA

Summary

Introduction

Safety Information

Regulations and Safety

Covers regulations and safety guidelines for receiver usage.

Radio Frequency Radiation Safety

Precautions for safe exposure to radio frequency radiation.

Bluetooth Radio Safety

Safety considerations for the internal Bluetooth wireless radio.

Lithium-ion Battery Safety

Guidelines and warnings for handling rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.

General Operational Warnings

Warnings regarding operating or storing the receiver outside specified temperature ranges.

Product Summary

Unpacking the Container

Container Contents

Lists components included in the base transport container.

Rover Container Contents

Details the accessories and components found in the rover transport container.

PS236 Controller Components

Setting Up Receivers

Base Station Setup

Procedure for setting up the GNSS base station in an open environment.

Base Station Setup with External Radio

Instructions for setting up the base station using an external radio module.

External Radio Overview

Description of the front and back panels of the external radio unit.

Power Amplifier Functionality

Explains how the power amplifier extends transfer distance and its compatibility.

Rover Station Setup

Procedure for setting up the GNSS rover station on a pole.

Measuring Antenna Heights

Methods for measuring antenna heights for tripod setups.

Antenna Height Measurement for Pole Setup

Details on measuring antenna height when using a pole setup.

Controller Connection Methods

Describes connecting the controller via Bluetooth or RS232.

General Introduction

Nomenclature - Front Panel

Identifies various parts of the A20 GNSS receiver's frontal panel.

Nomenclature - Bottom Panel

Identifies various parts of the A20 GNSS receiver's bottom panel.

Displayed Panel and Keyboard

Details the OLED screen and physical buttons on the receiver.

Battery Power Supply

Describes the ways battery power is supplied to the A20 receiver.

Receiver Operation

Power Button Function

Instructions for turning the receiver on and off using the power button.

Hot Button Functionality

Details the functions of the hot button for starting various survey modes.

Navigation Buttons: Esc and Enter

Explains the function of the Esc and Enter buttons for navigation and confirmation.

Navigation Buttons: Up and Down

Explains the function of the Up and Down buttons for menu navigation.

LED Indicator Lights

Describes the meaning of the Battery, Satellite, Link, and Record LED indicators.

Displayed Menu Overview

Start Screen

Shows the initial startup screen of the A20 GNSS receiver.

Main Interface Status Indicators

Explains the elements displayed on the A20's main interface.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 1

Details the Info menu options including GNSS, Coordinate, and satellite quality.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 2

Details the Info menu options for Radio, GPRS, Memory, and Battery.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 3

Details the About menu and Set menu options for GPS, Link, Memory, System.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 4

Details Set/GPS/Base options for format, linker, and position settings.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 5

Details Set/GPS/Rover and Set/GPS/Static options.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 6

Details Set/Link/GPRS, Set/Link/Radio, and Set/Memory options.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 7

Details Set/Memory/Flash, Set/Memory/SD card, and Set/System options.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 8

Details Set/System/Bluetooth, Set/System/Voice, and Set/System/Language.

A20 Operating Menus - Part 9

Details Set/System/Screen/Contrast and Set/System/Screen/OLED options.

Static Surveying

Static Surveying Process

Step-by-step guide for performing static surveying with the A20 receiver.

Data Downloading and Format Conversion

Instructions for downloading data and converting it to RINEX format.

Outdoors Static Surveying Methods

Guidance for conducting static surveying in outdoor environments.

GPS Network Design

Network Designing Principles

Guidelines for designing a reliable and accurate GPS network.

Static Surveying Accuracy Standards

Details accuracy standards and levels for static surveying.

Types of GPS Network Configurations

Describes different GPS network designs like Tracking, Multi-base, and Single-base.

Shapes of GPS Network

Explains different network shapes like Radial network.

Network Shapes: Point and Side Connecting

Details Point connecting and Side connecting network shapes.

Network Shapes and Design Principles

Covers Polygon, Mixed networks and general principles for GPS network design.

Principles of GPS Network Designing

Details point position, reliability, and precision considerations for GPS network design.

Specifications

Physical Specifications

Details the physical characteristics such as size, weight, and environmental resistance.

Positioning Specifications

Provides accuracy specifications for postprocessing and real-time positioning.

Technical Specifications

Lists technical features like tracking channels, communication, and memory.

Controller Specs: Getac PS236

Details the specifications of the Getac PS236 controller.

Controller Specs: Getac PS535E (Optional)

Details the specifications of the optional Getac PS535E controller.