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Trimble Updates Copernicus GPS Receiver
http://cp.gpsworld.com/gpscp/content/printContentPopup.jsp?id=517028
May 14, 2008
GPS World
Trimble today rolled out the Copernicus II GPS receiver, a thumbnail-sized, surface-mount, high-sensitivity module, and a
drop-in replacement for the earlier version of the Copernicus receiver.
Copernicus II is a 12-channel GPS receiver in a 19 x 19 x 2.5 millimeter shielded module, packaged a in tape and reel for pick
and place electronics manufacturing processes. It features a 28 reflow-solderable edge castellation interface, so it can be
incorporated in a product design without I/O and RF connectors.
The new receiver also features version 3.0 firmware, which enables it to generate position fixes with high accuracy in extremely
challenging environments and under poor signal conditions, down to -160dBm, according to Trimble. The device typically consumes
120 milliwatts at full power with continuous tracking, the company said.
The Copernicus II GPS module is available in three protocols. Trimble's TSIP protocol offers control over receiver operation and
provides detailed satellite information, according to the company. The TAIP protocol is an ASCII protocol designed specifically
for track and trace applications. The bi-directional NMEA 0183 v3.0 protocol offers industry standard data messages and a
command set for an interface to mapping software.
Trimble's Copernicus II Starter Kit provides a reference interface board, which includes a visual layout of the Copernicus II
module on a printed circuit board, including the RF signal trace and RF connector, as well as the I/O and power connections of
the 28 signal pins, the company said. Also included are a power converter, power adapter, GPS antenna, and the necessary software.
The company expects the Copernicus II GPS receiver to be available in the third quarter of 2008. It is showing the device at the
CeBIT Australia tradeshow in Sydney May 20 through May 22. |
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