Seatex DPS 132 Installation Manual, rev. 0 Introduction
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 About this manual
This manual contains the information necessary to install and set up the DPS 132 equipment
on a vessel. For all other information about the DPS 132, please consult the User's Manual,
reference [3].
DPS 132 is a highly accurate DGPS positioning sensor. Equipped with two or more
independent DGPS correction links, increased accuracy and quality control in the positioning
is achieved. DPS 132 incorporates an internal IALA Beacon receiver for reception of DGPS
correction data.
The installation procedures in this manual should be followed in order to achieve the
specified accuracy.
This manual is organised into the following chapters:
Chapter 1 Introduction - A brief presentation of the Installation Manual with references and
abbreviations.
Chapter 2 Specifications - Describes the physical dimensions, required power,
environmental restrictions and cable specifications.
Chapter 3 Installation - Presents procedures to be followed for a typical ship installation
with recommendations on location of the different parts, mechanical and electrical
installation, and how to set up the product.
Chapter 4 Installation Drawings - Contains outline drawings showing the mechanical
dimensions of the different parts in the DPS 132. In addition, it contains a block
diagram including cable list and an antenna mounting drawing.
In this manual the following notations are used:
Is used to make the user aware of procedures and operational practice which, if not
followed, may result in damage to the equipment.
Note A note text has this format and is used to draw the user's attention to special
features or behaviour of the equipment.
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