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OXTS RT3000 v4 User Manual

OXTS RT3000 v4
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Table of Contents

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OXTS RT3000 v4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Supply9-36 V DC
Data Output RateUp to 250 Hz
Communication InterfacesEthernet, CAN, Serial, USB
Time Accuracy20 ns
Operating Temperature-40°C to +70°C
Positioning Accuracy0.02 m
Velocity Accuracy0.05 km/h
Heading Accuracy (RMS)0.1°
IMUMEMS
GNSS ReceiverDual antenna, multi-frequency GNSS receiver
Heave Accuracy5 cm or 5% (whichever is greater)
Power Consumption12 W (typical)

Summary

Legal and Administrative Information

Legal Notices

Legal information, disclaimers, and warranty limitations.

Copyright and Revision

Copyright notice and document revision details.

Contact Details

Contact information for Oxford Technical Solutions.

Introduction to the RT3000 v4

System Overview and Operation

Describes the RT3000 v4's capabilities, ease of use, and advanced processing.

Related Documents

Lists supplementary manuals for NAVsuite components.

Scope of Delivery

Standard Kit Components

Details the standard RT3000 v4 kit components and optional accessories.

Conformance and Regulatory Standards

Conformance Notices

Details RT3000 v4 compliance with emissions and immunity limits.

Regulator Testing Standards

Lists EMC, LVD, RED, RoHS, and FCC standards the RT3000 v4 meets.

Hardware Description

System Overview

General description of the RT3000 v4 as a GNSS-aided inertial navigation system.

RT3000 v4 and RT3000 T v4 Models

Details specific features of the RT3000 v4 and RT3000 T v4 variants.

Dual Antenna Systems

Explains the benefits and recommendations for dual antenna configurations.

Quad Constellation and Satellite Corrections

Details multi-constellation tracking and differential correction services.

System Specifications

Performance Specifications

Lists position, velocity, and accuracy specifications for RT3000 v4/T v4.

Inertial Sensor and Physical Specifications

Details accelerometer, gyro, voltage, power, dimensions, and environmental specs.

Specification Notes and Accuracy

Notes on Specifications and Heading Accuracy

Explains conditions for specifications and heading accuracy details.

Environmental and Export Classification

Details environmental protection (IP65) and export control classification.

Software Installation

NAVsuite Components and Installation

Lists NAVsuite components and installation instructions, including firewall configuration.

Hardware Installation

Mounting and Alignment

Instructions for rigidly mounting the RT3000 v4 and orienting it.

Antenna Placement and Orientation

Guidelines for optimal GNSS antenna placement for performance.

Operation and Front Panel

Front Panel Layout and LED Definitions

Describes the RT3000 v4 front panel components and LED status indicators.

I/O Connectors and User Cables

Details the main and auxiliary I/O connectors and user cable pinouts.

Digital I/O and Timing Signals

Digital I/O Signals and 1PPS Output

Explains digital input/output signals and the 1PPS pulse output.

Trigger Inputs and Wheel Speed Input

Describes trigger functionality and wheel speed input requirements.

Coordinate Frame Conventions

IMU Frame and Measurement Origin

Defines the RT's IMU reference frame and measurement origin point.

Navigation Frame Definitions

Explains OxTS NED, ISO 8855 ENU, OxTS Horizontal, ISO intermediate, OxTS vehicle, and ISO vehicle frames.

Ethernet Configuration

Ethernet Connection and IP Settings

How to configure Ethernet for data transmission and set IP addresses.

In-line Coupler Connections

Details connections for RJ45 Ethernet couplers (straight and crossed).

Dual Antenna System Operation

Multipath Effects on Dual Antennas

Discusses how multipath affects dual antenna systems and accuracy.

Configuring the RT System

NAVconfig Overview and Sections

Introduces the NAVconfig software and its main sections for configuration.

NAVconfig Home and Start/Read Configuration

Navigating the NAVconfig Home section and starting/reading configurations.

NAVconfig Hardware Setup

IMU Orientation Configuration

Setting the vehicle coordinate frame relative to the RT's coordinate frame.

Primary and Secondary Antenna Setup

Configuring primary and secondary GNSS antenna positions for accuracy.

Lateral and Vertical No-slip Configuration

Using vehicle motion characteristics to improve heading and reduce drift.

NAVconfig GNSS Corrections

Differential Correction Formats

Details available differential correction formats like RTCA, RTCM, CMR.

NTRIP Client Configuration

Configuring the RT's internal NTRIP client for real-time corrections.

NAVconfig Interfaces Configuration

Ethernet and CAN Output Configuration

Configuring Ethernet output and CAN bus communication for data transfer.

CAN FD and Acquisition Settings

Configuring CAN FD output and acquiring incoming CAN signals.

Serial Output and Other Interface Tabs

Configuring serial outputs, analogue, PPS/Triggers, and PTP interfaces.

NAVconfig Environment Settings

Initialisation and Vehicle Start Settings

Configuring initialisation speed, vehicle start conditions, and GNSS environment.

Heading Lock, Garage Mode, and Surface Tilt

Settings for heading lock, garage mode stabilization, and surface tilt compensation.

Enable Local Coordinates

Configuring local coordinate system output for displacement measurements.

Advanced Tools in NAVconfig

Output Displacement and Acceleration Filters

Configuring output displacement and filtering acceleration data.

Wheel Speed Input and Output Smoothing

Configuring wheel speed input and smoothing output corrections.

Slip Points and GNSS Control

Configuring slip points and advanced GNSS control options.

Coordinate Systems and Accuracies

Global Coordinate System Settings

Choosing reference datums and altitude references for output.

Accuracies and Commands

Setting measurement accuracies and using device-specific commands.

Writing Configuration to the RT

Saving Configuration Settings

Process of saving configuration changes to the RT device.

Setting Up a Base Station

Instructions for setting up a base station GNSS receiver for higher accuracy.

Initialisation and Warm-up Procedures

Initialisation Process and Requirements

Quantities required for initialisation and the process itself.

Real-time Outputs and Warm-up Period

Understanding real-time output status and the warm-up period effects.

Improving Configuration After Warm-up

Committing Improved Settings

How to commit improved settings from warm-up to the RT.

Reading and Selecting Configuration Data

Reading configuration from device/file and selecting settings to improve.

Ensuring Optimal Operation

Installation and Configuration Checks

Checklist for optimal installation and configuration of the RT3000 v4.

Pre-Drive and Vehicle Operation Checks

Checks before driving and during vehicle operation for optimal performance.

Using Orientation Measurements

Definitions of Heading, Pitch, and Roll

Clarifies the definitions of heading, pitch, and roll outputs from the RT.

Drawing List

Available Component Drawings

Lists available drawings for RT3000 v4 system components and cables.