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Descriptions and non-contractual illustrations in this document are given as an indication only.
ERCOGENER reserves the right to make any modifications.
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8.2.8.2 GPS external antenna
The GPS external antenna is connected to the modem via the FAKRA-C connector.
The external antenna must have the characteristics described in the table below.
Table: Characteristics of the GPS external antenna
See § 10 , for the GPS antennas recommended by ERCOGENER.
8.2.8.3 Installation of the GPS external antenna
The quality of the GPS signal received depends on the quality of installation of the antenna. To obtain an
optimal signal, some rules have to be respected:
▪ Place the antenna horizontally, dome towards the top and preferably outside the vehicle,
▪ Do not place the antenna under athermic windscreens,
▪ Do not place the antenna under metallic surfaces
Installation scheme of GPS antenna
Rx frequency
1575.42 MHz +/-1.023 MHz
Impedance
50 Ohms nominal
Antenna gain
15 dB typ / 50 dB max
Maximum noise figure
1.5 dB
Power supply voltage
3.2V
Power supply current (max)
50mA