Chapter 3
Theory of Operation
P/N 57150002, Revision 5.0 3 - 11 Trimble S, VX, SPS & RTS Service Manual
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Radio unit
Introduction
The Trimble S instrument is available with an internal radio to support robotic operations. The radio
operates in the public / free 2.4GHz ISM band. The radio utilizes frequency hoping technology in the
2.4GHz band to reduce radio interference and maintain radio communications in even the harshest
RF environment.
Location of radio unit
The radio module is mounted on the BRC board in the left side cover.
Fig. 3-10 Radio unit location
Technical specifications
All models:
• Frequency range - Frequency hopping spread spectrum in the frequency range 2401 to 2470
MHz.
• Baud rate - 115Kb/s
Radio
unit