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Koden KGP-920 User Manual

Koden KGP-920
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Koden KGP-920 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SBASYes
Receiver TypeGPS
Channels12 channels
Update Rate1Hz
ProtocolsNMEA 0183
Weight300g

Summary

Safety Precautions

Disconnect Main Power

Procedure to prevent electric shock during repair work.

Dust Handling

Precautions for cleaning to avoid dust inhalation.

Static Electricity Precautions

How to prevent damage from static discharge to components.

Liquid Crystal Display Handling

Safe disposal procedures for LCDs containing mercury.

Symbols Used in Manual

Alarm Mark

Symbol indicating potential injury or equipment damage.

Caution Mark

Symbol indicating potential equipment malfunction.

Warning High Voltage Mark

Symbol indicating risk of electrical shock.

Prohibition Mark

Symbol indicating a forbidden action.

Chapter 1: General Information

About GPS

Explanation of the Global Positioning System.

Outline of the equipment

Description of the KGP-920 GPS navigator and its design standards.

Equipment composition

Details the components included with the KGP-920.

Software type name

Lists the software types used in the KGP-920.

Chapter 2: Equipment Composition

Standard equipment list

Lists all standard items included in the KGP-920 package.

Optional items list

Details optional accessories available for the KGP-920.

Chapter 3: Specifications

GPS receiver

Technical specifications for the GPS receiver module.

Display section

Specifications for the KGP-920 display unit.

Data Input/Output

Details data formats and ports for input/output.

Power requirements

Specifies power input voltage and consumption.

Compass safe distance

Outlines safe distances from compasses.

Environmental conditions

Lists operating temperature, humidity, and water proofing.

External dimensions and weight

Provides physical dimensions and weight of the unit.

Chapter 4: Installation

Installation consideration

General considerations for installing the KGP-920 series.

Unpacking of the goods

Instructions for unpacking the equipment.

Inspection of the goods

Guidance on inspecting components for damage.

Siting the units

Factors to consider when choosing installation locations.

Display unit installation

Procedures for installing the display unit (table/flush).

Antenna unit installation

Guidance on installing the GPS/Beacon antenna unit.

Cable connections to the KGP-920

Details how to connect cables to the unit.

Connector pin outs

Explains the pin assignments for various connectors.

Inspection after installation

Checks to perform after the installation is complete.

Chapter 5: Basic Operation

The name and function of each part

Identifies and explains the functions of unit parts.

Power On/Off

Instructions for turning the device on and off.

Adjusting display contrast and brightness

How to adjust display settings.

Selecting the screen

Explains how to navigate and select different display screens.

Storing present position (EVENT)

How to store current position data.

Using MOB (Man over-board) key

Operation of the Man Over Board function.

Recalling event or MOB position

How to retrieve stored event or MOB positions.

Displaying average speed, average bearing and elapsed time

Shows how to display navigational metrics.

Chapter 6: Various Navigation

Storing waypoints (LAT/LONG) data

Procedure for saving waypoint coordinates.

Setup of waypoint navigation

How to configure waypoint navigation.

Cross track error and course deviation angle

Understanding and using XTE and CDI indicators.

Storing and erasing routes

Methods for managing route data.

Route setup

Steps to set up and start route navigation.

Setting an anchor position

How to set and recall anchor positions.

Track display

Features for displaying and managing tracks.

Chapter 7: Alarms

Kinds of alarms

Identifies the different types of alarms.

Alarm explanation

Explains the reasons behind specific alarm notifications.

Setting and canceling

Procedures for configuring and disabling alarms.

Chapter 8: Setup Procedure

Menu options

Overview of the device's menu structure and navigation.

Menu 3: GPS

Settings related to GPS satellite reception and positioning.

Menu 4: Differential GPS (DGPS)

Configuration options for DGPS functionality.

Menu 5: Compensation

Options for position and compass compensation.

Menu 8: Initial setting

Settings for initial configuration like units and averaging.

Menu 9: Interface

Settings for data output formats and ports.

Initialization

Procedures for initializing the device and managing memory.

Chapter 9: How to use LOPs

Initial setup for LOPs display

Steps to set up Line of Position (LOP) displays.

Storing waypoints (LOPs data)

How to save waypoint data in LOP format.

Correcting your position (LOPs)

Procedures for correcting position data using LOPs.

Calculating LOPs based on LAT/LONG data

How to convert LAT/LONG to Loran/Decca LOPs.

Chapter 10: Maintenance and Trouble shooting

Periodic inspection and cleaning

Routine checks and cleaning procedures.

Trouble shooting

Guides for diagnosing and resolving common issues.

Error message

Lists and explains error messages.

Chapter 11: Technical Reference

Digital interface (IEC 61162-1 second edition)

Details on digital communication standards and protocols.

Input data format (DATA 2 port)

Format for data input on the DATA 2 port.

Output data format (DATA / DATA 2 port)

Output data formats for DATA and DATA 2 ports.

Output data specification

Baud rate, level, current, sentence, and update rate.

Output sentence

Explains the structure of various output data sentences.

Input / Output circuit

Diagrams and explanations of input/output circuits.

Chapter 12: Communication with external navigation system

Changing to the EXTERNAL mode

Steps to switch to external communication mode.

Route data transfer

Procedures for transferring route data.

Complete route transfer

How to transfer a complete route.

Selecting route navigation

How to navigate using a received route.

Working (active) route transfer

Handling of working route data transfers.

Error message

Explains error messages during data transfer.

Annex

Local Geodetic Systems

List of geodetic systems and their abbreviations.

Decca zone

Table of Decca chains, codes, and zones.

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