2017 Gnss Antenna Survey
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Brought to you by 2017 GNSS ANTENNA SURVEY After choosing the most appropriate receiver for your application from the Receiver Survey in the January issue of GPS World, you may need an antenna, too. We have collected key specifications for 377 antennas from 31 manufacturers. We publish the Antenna Survey each year in our February issue. To recommend improvements or to be listed in the survey next year, please email [email protected]. FOOTNOTES ABBREVIATIONS 1 User environment and applications: 3 A single voltage standing wave cm: centimeter ratio (VSWR) figure indicates a dB: decibel A = aviation combined antenna and amplifier. Ø: diameter D = defense ft: foot E = meteorology 4 Noise figure is expressed in g: force of gravity G = survey/GIS maximum decibels. g: gram L = land Hz: hertz M = marine in: inch 5 L/D = lightning/diode. N = navigation kg: kilogram O = other lb: pound P = other position reporting m: meter R = real-time DGPS reference mA: milliampere S = space max: maximum T = timing MHz: megahertz V = vehicle/vessel tracking min: minimum mm: millimeter 2 GPS L1 frequency 1575.42 MHz na: not applicable GPS L2 frequency 1227.60 MHz nr: no response qty: quantity RHCP: right-hand circular polarization typ: typical FEBRUARY 2017 | WWW.GPSWORLD.COM GPS WORLD S1 ANTENNA SURVEY 2017 A WORD FROM OUR SPONSOR antenna. These key performances features combined with a low profile Positioning Starts at the patch antenna are suited for ground vehicle applications in agriculture, machine control, and mobile mapping. GNSS Antenna GNSS-800 SERIES A common misconception in the marketplace is that the GNSS antenna is a peripheral component of a GNSS system. Typically, attaining a moderate gain roll However, positioning actually begins at the antenna thus; antenna technology and design plays an integral role in off is at the expense of peak zenith gain the performance of a GNSS receiver. Size, weight, signal reception, antenna gain, and phase center stability are just and resorting to high-profile antenna. a few of the factors that can have significant implications on positioning. It is important to understand how to take The GNSS-800 series maintains a low full advantage of these factors to maximize performance and efficiency at the GNSS receiver. profile and achieves both high peak For “Guidelines in Selecting the Right GNSS Antenna,” visit www.novatel.com/support/knowledge-and-learning/. zenith gain and low gain roll off from zenith to horizon without sacrificing tracking performance. TM VEXXIS TECHNOLOGY VEXXIS antennas strictly balance signals that The GNSS-800 series achieves NovAtel has been a leader in antenna technology with sequentially feed the GNSS antenna at multiple points. an improved axial ratio compared the Pinwheel® antenna. The newly developed VEXXIS This is the key to achieving outstanding circularly to the previous generation NovAtel antenna series improves upon this technology to balance polarized, symmetric radiation patterns with superior Pinwheel®, and controls re-radiating key performance factors to meet the needs of even the multipath rejection performance. cross-polarized waves to achieve less most challenging applications. The VEXXIS GNSS- phase center variation. These attributes 500 and GNSS-800 series feature a multi-point feeding GNSS-500 SERIES are ideal for survey, construction, network using patented phase reversal technology, The GNSS-500 series leverages the multi-point feeding mobile mapping, and unmanned which provides symmetric radiation patterns across network to greatly improve on the conventional patch ground vehicle applications. all frequencies. This translates into excellent multipath antenna when it comes to low elevation satellite tracking A well designed antenna ensures rejection, and very small phase center variation and capability. A much more stable phase center offset and that quality satellite signals are offset to generate better carrier phase measurements variation allows for better performance than a patch delivered to the GNSS receiver. This at the receiver. The GNSS-800 series features radiation antenna with comparable geometry. makes the antenna a critical part of pattern optimization technology to allow for improved The GNSS-500 series are very low loss antennas that any GNSS system. Understanding gain and higher C/No in conjunction with multipath utilize frequency independent amplitude/phase balance. that the GNSS antenna should match rejection to suppress erroneous GNSS signals that are Performance effects of this feature are evident on the the capabilities and specifications of closer to the horizon. GNSS-500 series when compared to the conventional patch the GNSS receiver, will maximize positioning performance in any application. Go to novatel.com/antennas to learn more. GPS GLONASS GALILEO BeiDou L-Band Model L1 L2 L5 L1 L2 L3 E1 E5a E5b E6 B1 B2 B3 GNSS-501 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ GNSS-502 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ GNSS-802 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ GNSS-802-L ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ GNSS-804 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ GNSS-804L ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ GNSS-850 ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ VEXXIS Average C/No vs. Elevation Angle. S2 GPS WORLD WWW.GPSWORLD.COM | FEBRUARY 2017 FEBRUARY 2017 | WWW.GPSWORLD.COM GPS WORLD S3 ANTENNA SURVEY 2017 Manufacturer Model Intro. Date User Envir. 1 Size: Length x Weight Frequency/Bandwidth 2 VSWR 3 Axial Ratio Gain/Gain with Pattern Noise Figure Amplifier DC Amplifier Current Operating Vibration Environmentally L/D 5 Connectors Cable Type/Length Mounting Configuration List Price in U.S. Dollars Integration Width x Height (dB) Amplifier (dB) (dB) 4 Voltage (mA) Temperature (°C) Sealed (Y/N)/Type AEI GPS-SMA 2008 int/ext 43 x 33 x 14mm 100g 1575.42 MHz 2:01 2dBi 25±3 dB RHCP 1.5 dB 3~5V 8~15mA –40 to +85 Waterproof IP66 SMA, BNC,FME, RG174/3meter stick/magnet/screw mount $6 to $12 Custom cable lengths, mounts and www.GPSantennas.com MCX,MMCX,SMB,SMC,TNC,FAKRA connectors available GPS, GSM & WIFI Dual & Triway 2009 int/ext 80D x 15mm 165g 1575.42 MHz/824MHz~8 2:01 2dBi 25±3 dB RHCP 1.5 dB 3~5V 8~15mA –40 to +85 Waterproof IP66 SMA, BNC,FME, RG174/3meter stick/magnet/screw mount $12 to $34 Custom cable lengths, mounts and Antennas 94MHz/1710MHz~1990 MCX,MMCX,SMB,SMC,TNC,FAKRA connectors available MHz/2400~2500 MHz GPSMRS232, GPSMUSB 2008 int/ext 43 x 32 x 14mm 135g 1575.42 MHz 2:01 3dBi 25±3 dB RHCP 1.5 dB 5V 5mA –40 to +85 Waterproof IP66 USB or RS232 RG174/3meter stick/magnet/screw mount $20 to $38 Custom cable lengths, mounts and connectors available Jammer Detector AE-55SP 2014 Detects GPS GSM Jamming 9 x 5 x 1.7cm 65g 50 MHz 6.0 GHz 12V ~ 24V DC 9mA –40 to +85 Interior use only N/C and N/O relay contact output 20 gauge stick/screw mount $45 to $65 Installs nest to GPS antenna Equipment and triggers GPS and GSM modules to detect any panic button jamming frequency transmitters in area to dissable the GSP systems. Unit triggers GPS panick button with built-in relay. GPS-Fakra 2015 int/ext 60D x 14mm 110g 1575.42 MHz 2:01 2dBi 25±3 dB 25±3 dB 1.5 dB 1.5 dB 8~15mA –40 to +85 Waterproof IP66 Fakra RG174/3meter 3M double stick tape $7 to $16 Custom cable lengths, mounts and connectors available AeroAntenna Technology, Inc. AT1675-7 L1/L2 GPS & GLONASS 2007 G 7.25 x 3.20in 1.36lb 1590 ± 25 & 1238 ± ≤2.0:1 3 dB Max @ 38 dB RHCP 2.4 dB Max +4.25 to +15 VDC 70 mA -40 to +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Pole Mount nr Amplifier www.aeroantenna.com 21.5 MHz Boresight AT1675-8 GPS/GLONASS L1 -BEIDOU 2009 A 4.70 x 3.00 x .75in 8oz 1268± 12 MHz & 1590± ≤2.0:1 as above 42 dB RHCP 2.5 dB Max +4.5-+15 VDC 70 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC/SMA Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier B3/ B1 125MHz AT1675-17 GPS/GNSS Antenna 2000 AG 4.70 x 3.0 x .75in 8oz 1590 ± 25 & 1238 ± ≤2.0:1 as above 26 & 40 dB RHCP 2.5 dB Max +5 to +15 VDC 28, 55 and 75 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC OR SMA Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier 21.5 MHz AT1675-19, GPS/GLONASS L1 2010 LD 2.20 x .57in 75g 1565-1607 MHz ≤2.0:1 as above 26 db RHCP 2.5 dB Max +2.5 -+5.5 VDC 60 mA -40 TO +85 nr Y Y SMA Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier AT1675-32 GPS/GNSS Antenna 2009 LG 5.75 x 2.46in 1.00lb 1570±45 & 1164-1260 ≤2.0:1 as above 26 and 39 dB RHCP 2.6 dB Max +4.2 +15 VDC 40 & 65 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier MHz AT1675-80 (TSO ) GPS/GNSS/L-Band 2008 AG 4.70 x 3.0 x .92in 10oz 1570 ±45 & 1238 ≤1.5:1 as above 43 dB RHCP 2.6 dB Max +5 to +15 VDC 70 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier Antenna ±21.5 MHz AT1675-116 2010 LG 3.5 x .84in 200g 1551 -1615 MHz ≤2.0:1 as above 43 dB RHCP 2.5 dB Max +4.5 -+18 VDC 65 mA -55 TO +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier AT1675-120 GPS/GNSS Choke Ring 2009 LG 14 x 13in 11.00lb 1570±45 & 1164-1260 ≤2.0:1 as above 26 and 39 dB RHCP 2.6 dB Max +4.2 +15 VDC 40 & 65 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Pole Mount nr Amplifier MHz AT1675-180 GNSS Airborne Antenna, 2011 A 4.31 x 1.46 x 5.55in 1565-1607 MHz & ≤2.0:1 as above 26 dB RHCP 2.5 dB Max +2.5 TO +5.5 vdc 38 mA -50 to +70 nr Y Y SMA Female None Pole Mount nr Amplifier Iridium Protected 1217-1260 MHz AT1675-182 GPS/GNSS Antenna 2009 LG 5.75 x 2.46in 1.00lb 1570±45 & 1164-1260 ≤2.0:1 as above 26 and 39 dB RHCP 2.6 dB Max +4.2 +15 VDC 40 & 65 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier MHz AT1675-219 GNSS Antenna 2014 V 4.45 x 1.43in 220g max 1525-1610 & 1160- ≤2.0:1 as above 39 dB RHCP 2.6 dB Max +4.2 +15 VDC 65 mA -55 to +85 nr Y Y TNC Female None Roof Mount nr Amplifier 1252 MHz AT1675-286 GNSS Marine 2014 M 5.64 x 3.79in 1.2lb 1525-1610 & 1160- ≤2.0:1 as above 39 dB RHCP 2.6 dB Max +4.2 +15 VDC 65 mA -55