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The document provides instructions for setting up and connecting a GNSS simulator. It includes a parts list, safety information, installation instructions, specifications for the simulator hardware and software, and maintenance recommendations.

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Simulator Getting Started Guide

The document provides instructions for setting up and connecting a GNSS simulator. It includes a parts list, safety information, installation instructions, specifications for the simulator hardware and software, and maintenance recommendations.

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Getting Started Guide for your new Simulator

This Getting Started Guide is designed to describe the


hardware features, physical connections, and initial
simulations of your Simulator. For full explanations of the
features found within the SKYDEL software, you should
refer to the SKYDEL manual, found within the application,
by navigating to the Help Menu and selecting Help
Contents.
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Included Parts List


Description Quantity

PC System: ASUS TUF Intel Z790-PLUS WIFI D4 1


Motherboard, Intel Core i9 13900K Raptor Lake
24 Core 32 Thread 3.0Ghz CPU, Corsair
Vengeance 32GB DDR4 Memory, 1TB Samsung
970 Evo Plus SSD, 850W PSU
PNY NVIDIA A4000 16BG AMPERE Graphics Card 1

Orolia CDN-5 RTC 1

Dektek DTA-2116B 1

Ilyama Prolite XUB2792HSN Monitor 1

Logitech MK540 Advanced RF Wireless UK 1


QWERTY Keyboard and Mouse

Safety Information
DANGER: If the equipment is used in a manner not
specified by the manufacturer, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired

CAUTION: This equipment does not have any user-


serviceable parts. If the equipment needs to be
opened, you should contact technical service.

CAUTION: This product is provided with a protective


earth ground incorporated into the power cord. The
front panel switch is not a line switch. The AC power
cord is the disconnecting device that disconnects the
signal generator mains circuits from the mains supply.
Alternatively, an external switch or circuit breaker,
readily identifiable and easily reached by the
operator, may be used as a disconnecting device.
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Installation Safety Considerations

Lifting and Carrying: The simulator is delivered with handles


installed on the front panel for use while lifting and carrying. If the
weight of the equipment is too heavy to be carried by one person,
use two persons and/or use an appropriate tool. In all cases, use the
handles and grips of the product to lift and carry it safely. Never rest
the GSG-8 on its rear side. This position can cause severe damage to
the unit by pushing on the rear connectors and wires. .
Orientation: The Simulator must be installed horizontally with the
two front panel screws on top. The product logo should be face-up.
Location: Install your Simulator in an indoor, dry environment with
temperatures between +0° C and +30° C.
Mounting: The Simulator is supplied with rack mount ears attached
to the chassis. To mount the unit in a 19” rack, use 4 rack screws
(not provided) to secure the unit, using 2 screws per side.
Ventilation Requirements: Ensure that the equipment has a
minimum of 4 in or 100 mm clearance at the front and the rear to
allow proper air ventilation.
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General Specifications

Intended Use: Your Simulator is for use to test GNSS receivers and
GNSS systems by generating GNSS signals, as they are transmitted
by GNSS satellites. An RF output generates one of the following:
upper band GNSS signals, lower band GNSS signals, interference
signals (including jamming or spoofing), or additional antennas or
vehicles (with SKYMUTI). A GPU provides signal generation
processing power, and an additional GPU allows more signals to be
generated simultaneously.
Power: Line Voltage – 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz Power Consumption –
GSG-811: Idle – 80 W, Simulation – 200 W GGG-842: Idle – 120 W,
Simulation – 500 W MAINS supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10%
of the nominal voltage
Environmental: Temperature - +0° C to +30° C (operating), -15° C to
+50° C non-condensing @ 12,000 m (storage) Humidity – 10% to
70% (non-condensing) Altitude – max operating: 2000 m above sea
level, max transport: 4,500 m above sea level Pollution – Degree 2:
Normally only nonconductive pollution occurs. Temporary
conductivity caused by condensation is to be expected.
Mechanical: Size: 4U Depth: 46.8 cm Width: 43 cm
Height: (17.6 cm)
Orolia CDM-5 Information: The GSG-8 contains an Orolia CDM-5 to
distribute a 10 MHz reference clock and 1PPS signals throughout the
integrated SDRs. The CDM-5 is added to your GSG-8 to create a
maintenance-free timing mechanism. If necessary, it also contains 2
LED indicator lights to provide information about the current
oscillator validity. (See chart below). The CDM-5 has an Operating
Modes switch (INT or EXT).
To use the CDM-5 as the simulator’s reference clock, the operating
modes switch must be set to INT. This is the default setting and will
be preconfigured on your GSG-8.
To use the CDM-5 to provide the 10 MHz and PPS signals of an
external reference to the simulator, you must turn the Operating
Modes switch to EXT, connect your 10 MHz reference clock to the
CLK connector of the CDM-5, and connect your 1PPS source signal
to the PPS IN connector of the CDM-5.
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General Specifications

Software
Component Description

Operating System Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

Username Heedra

Password Matilda-001

GNSS Simulation Software SkyDel

Connection Guide
RF Out
Rear

1PPS Port

10 MHz Port

Power Monitor CDM-5


Keyboard/Mouse Dektek DTA 2115B
SkyDel USB Dongle
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Simulator Connections Steps

1. Connect the A/C adapter to the power connector on the


rear panel of the simulator. CAUTION: Ensure the power
cord is not damaged. Install the signal generator so that
one of the following items is readily identifiable and
easily reached by the operator: AC power cord,
alternative switch, or circuit breaker. Insert the mains
plug into a socket outlet provided with protective earth
grounding.
2. Connect the Orolia SKYDEL license dongle into a USB
port. (There are 6 functional USB ports on the rear panel
near the center of the unit. These can be used
interchangeably).
3. Connect your supplied keyboard and mouse into the USB
port on the rear of the Simulator.
4. Connect your supplied monitor to the Simulator (see
previous rear panel diagram
5. Optional connections include connecting your GSG to
the internet in order to obtain up-to-date maps.
Ethernet port and WIFI Antennae Ports are provided on
the rear of the unit for this purpose.

RF Connection Guide
Connect the Dektec DTA-2115B’s SMA port (RF Out) to your
GNSS receiver, replicating the following chain:

Note: Failure to connect the Attenuator and DC Block could


result in equipment damage.
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Maintenance

To extend the life of your Simulator, a few minor


maintenance tasks are recommended.

Recalibration
Recommended once every 24 months. To recalibrate your
Simulator, you must contact Heedra service.

Update Software
SkyDel software undergoes regular updates. The current
version installed on your Simulator will display on the splash
screen and can also be found in the Help menu under About
Skydel.

The Skydel user manual has information on how to use the


software, there is a local copy in your documents folder

If you encounter any problems please don’t hesitate to


contact David: [email protected]
or if you have any queries regarding hardware or software
upgrades contact Andrew: [email protected]

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