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OXTS RT3000 User Manual

OXTS RT3000
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User Manual
Covers RT3000 v3 and
RT500 v1 models
The inertial experts.
RT
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OXTS RT3000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandOXTS
ModelRT3000
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Legal Notices

Contact Details

Information for contacting Oxford Technical Solutions for support and inquiries.

Warranty

Warranty Details

Oxford Technical Solutions Limited warrants products against defects in materials and workmanship for one year.

Introduction

RT Product Family

Overview of the RT system divisions, including RT500s and RT3000s models.

Single Antenna

Details on using a single antenna system for heading and slip features.

Dual Antenna

Information on dual antenna systems for improved heading accuracy.

Easy Operation

Simplified system setup and operation with minimal configuration required.

Self-Correcting

RT uses GNSS to correct its measurements, preventing drift.

Interchangeable

RT500 and RT3000 products have identical output capabilities.

Advanced Processing

Proprietary gx/ix™ processing engine for improved performance in poor GNSS.

Related Documents

List of supplementary manuals providing further information on software and communication.

Hardware Installation

RT Orientation and Alignment

Proper mounting and alignment of the RT for accurate measurements.

Antenna Placement and Orientation

Essential placement and orientation guidelines for GNSS antennas for optimal performance.

Operation

Front Panel Layout

Explanation of the RT500 and RT3000 front panel components and indicators.

Co-ordinate Frame Conventions

IMU Frame

Definition of the IMU reference frame used by the RT for measurements.

Ethernet Configuration

Wi-Fi Configuration

Dual Antenna Systems

Multipath Effects on Dual Antenna Systems

Susceptibility of dual antenna systems to multipath errors and their impact.

Inputs and Outputs

Digital Inputs and Outputs

Description of signals on the digital I/O connector J5.

1PPS Output

Description of the 1PPS pulse output generated by the GNSS receiver.

Wheel Speed Input

Configuring wheel speed input to reduce drift when GNSS is unavailable.

Configuring the RT

Overview

Key parameters the RT needs for optimal performance, including orientation and antenna positions.

Working Through NAVconfig

Guide to using the NAVconfig software for device configuration and settings.

NAVconfig Home Section

Initial steps in NAVconfig: new configuration, modifying, or improving settings.

Read Configuration Section

Options for loading initial configuration settings from a device, file, or folder.

Hardware Setup in NAVconfig

Settings for RT and antenna positions and vehicle profile.

IMU Orientation Tab

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

Primary Antenna Tab

Inputting primary GNSS antenna position for accurate measurements.

Secondary Antenna Tab

Configuring the secondary antenna for dual antenna systems to compute heading.

GNSS Differential Corrections Tab

Configuring GNSS differential correction message types for improved accuracy.

Networked DGPS (WLAN)

Using Networked DGPS (WLAN) for differential corrections via Wi-Fi.

SBAS

Using SBAS for differential corrections to improve RT position accuracy.

TerraStar Corrections

Configuring TerraStar corrections for high-accuracy positioning.

Interfaces in NAVconfig

Options for configuring the RT's interfaces, including Ethernet and Wi-Fi.

Ethernet Tab

Configuring Ethernet data output rate, packet type, and triggers.

Wi-Fi Tab

Configuring the RT's Wi-Fi as an Access Point or connecting to an existing WLAN.

CAN Output Tab

Configuring RT to send and receive data via CAN bus.

CAN Acquisition Tab

Defining incoming CAN signals for real-time viewing or logging.

Serial 1 Output Tab

Configuring serial port for different message types and baud rates.

Environment in NAVconfig

Settings related to the environment and device initialisation conditions.

Initialisation

Settings related to device initialisation conditions and procedures.

Vehicle Starts

Selecting predefined values for vehicle start conditions.

GNSS Environment

Selecting predefined values for GNSS environment conditions.

Vibration Levels

Selecting predefined values for vibration levels.

Heading Lock

Option to lock heading when stationary to prevent drift.

Surface Tilt

Computing roll, pitch, and heading compared to a flat inclined surface.

Enable Local Coordinates

Outputting displacement from an origin in a local coordinate grid.

Advanced Tools in NAVconfig

Advanced settings for experienced users, including filters and calibration.

Displace Output Tab

Simulating RT output to another location in the vehicle.

Acceleration Filters Tab

Filtering linear and angular acceleration before output.

Wheel Speed Input

Configuring wheel speed input to reduce drift when GNSS is unavailable.

Output Smoothing Tab

Controlling how fast corrections are applied to outputs.

GNSS Control Tab

Advanced options for managing GNSS information and algorithms.

Global Coordinate System Tab

Changing coordinate frame settings for outputting positional information.

Accuracies Tab

Editing specific and more accurate values for measurements.

Commands Tab

Entering device-specific commands for features or actions.

Write Configuration in NAVconfig

Sending configuration changes to the RT via Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

Setting Up the Base Station

Using the RT-Base S

Details on using the RT-Base S, a self-contained GNSS, radio modem, and battery.

Initialisation Process

Real-time Outputs

How outputs are generated during and after the initialisation process.

Warm-up Period

Improving the Configuration After a Warm-up

Committing the Configuration to the RT

Applying improved settings to the RT using NAVconfig after the warm-up process.

Post-processing Data

Laboratory Testing

Accelerometer Test Procedure

Procedure to check if accelerometers are working correctly.

Gyro Test Procedure

Procedure to check if gyros (angular rate sensors) are working correctly.

Testing the Internal GNSS and Other Circuitry

Checks to ensure internal circuits and navigation computer are functioning correctly.

Using the Orientation Measurements

Operating Principles

Internal Components

Schematic view of the RT system's internal components.

Strapdown Navigator

Kalman Filter

CAN Messages and Signals

CAN Bus Messages

Lists RT outputs on the CAN bus and identifiers for each message.

Revision History

Drawing List

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