MoTeC GPS-BL1 - Manual (Page 5)

MoTeC Using the GPS 3
Logging Device Configuration
Software Version
The logging device must be running the following software version (or higher)
SDL Version 1.3 or higher
ADL2 Version 4.4 or higher
ACL Version 1.1 or higher
Setup Requirements
In the communications setup
Click on "RS232" in the list then Select the "GPS - Standard RMC
GGA" template
Change the baud rate to 57600
In the logging setup
The following channels must be logged:
GPS Latitude, GPS Longitude, GPS Speed.
The other GPS channels are optional.
The Logging Rate for all GPS channels should be set to 20Hz (even
though the GPS may be 10Hz)
GPS Operation
In normal use the GPS unit should start operating within 20 seconds to 3
minutes of power up, however during first start-up or if the GPS has been
moved to a new location it may take up to 30 minutes before it gains satellite
lock and starts transmitting data.
When the unit is powered up the PWR light should be illuminated. When the
GPS is ready to use the GPS light should illuminate.
To check that the GPS is operating correctly check the number of satellites
being received using the device “Manager” software.
The GPS requires at least 4 satellites to function however normally the GPS
should see at least 7 satellites, more satellites improves accuracy and
minimises satellite drop out.