• Measures Dynamic Pressure and Static Pressure & Air Temperature
• High Quality Industrial Pressure Sensors
• RS-485 Interface
• Power Supply 6VDC
• 100Hz Data Output
• 20-bit Resolution
• <25ms Transport Delay
• Optimized and calibrated in wind-tunnel

Contact Simtec Buergel AG for details.

Enclosures updated on Feb 7, 2012, Image added on Feb 10, 2012

PSS-8 probe prototype used for wind-tunnel testing.

S320 is available as a basic low cost SBAS L1 GPS receiver, with the option to enable full GNSS support and L‑Band corrections. With transmit and receive capabilities, the S320’s UHF 400 MHz or Spread Spectrum 900 MHz internal radio eliminates the need for cables on both base and rover installations. An internal GSM/GPRS modem makes S320 an ideal rover for network RTK, eliminating the hassle of external modems and cables.  The XF1 data collector connects via Bluetooth to the S320 and through the Carlson SurvCE software provides a familiar and proven interface to the surveyor.  Other brands of software will also be supported.

Hemisphere GPS' SureTrack™ technology ensures that S320 uses every satellite it is tracking for RTK solutions, even satellites not tracked at the base. Additional benefits include fewer RTK dropouts in congested environments, faster re-acquisitions, and more robust solutions due to better cycle slip detection and the ability to process GNSS data from various manufacturers. Even if the base supports only GPS, SureTrack will process GLONASS signals at the rover to deliver complete GNSS performance.

"S320 represents the advanced technology, durability, and ease of use that our customers have come to expect," said Phil Gabriel, Vice President and General Manager, Precision Products, for Hemisphere GPS. "By providing a product that is compatible with many others in the marketplace and offers advanced RTK functionality, we expect S320 to be widely accepted, expanding Hemisphere GPS’ market share in precise positioning."

S320 also offers the following benefits:

• With an SD card slot secured behind the battery door, users can safely log large amounts of monitoring data, static observation data, and extended survey projects on the included 2GB memory card.
• An auto level sensor can alert users both visually and via text message when the receiver is no longer level.
• In conjunction with Hemisphere GPS’ HQ™ asset tracking software, users can track the S320 location from anywhere in the world.
• Dual Bluetooth ports offer users the ability to connect a data collector at the same time as connecting another external device such as a CDMA modem or mobile phone.
• SMS messaging, allows users to communicate remotely with S320 on such indicators as battery status, signal strength, and position. The S320 can also receive text messages of site ID and height of instrument or be shut down remotely.

S320 comes standard with two long-life lithium ion batteries providing more than 10 hours of operation. The batteries are hot swappable so you can change either one without stopping work.

A31 is a multi-band (GPS L1, SBAS, L-Band and Beacon) precision antenna suitable for use with most precision GPS receivers to maintain tracking of GPS and differential correction signals in high‑noise and interference environments. When used in conjunction with a Hemisphere GPS A21™ antenna, A31 and A21 function as a matching heading sensor pair, which improves performance of the Hemisphere GPS VS Series Vector products. The A31 antenna maintains tracking of GPS and differential correction signals even in high electrical "noise" and interference environments.

"The A31 antenna illustrates our ability to continuously improve overall DGPS performance," said Walter Feller, Senior Director of Precision Engineering at Hemisphere GPS. "By providing increased precision and functionality, A31 lets our customers get more from our Crescent and Crescent Vector GPS receivers."

The A31 features a rugged, IP69K-rated watertight enclosure and is 100% serviceable. The A31 is marine ready with a standard 1 inch countersink mount that can also accommodate a survey 5/8 inch mounting thread.

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"R320 is the first of what will be a full line of Eclipse II based products," said Phil Gabriel, Vice President and General Manager, Precision Products, for Hemisphere GPS. “We are confident our customers will appreciate all the value packed into this compact unit which delivers exceptional accuracy under most reception environments.”

Improved RTK performance based on our patent-pending SureTrack technology is scalable on R320 – users can achieve centimeter level accuracy with L1/L2 GPS or improve performance and reliability with L1/L2 GLONASS signals. SureTrack ensures that the RTK rover receiver makes use of every satellite it is tracking, even satellites not tracked at the base. Additional benefits include fewer RTK dropouts in congested environments, faster requisitions and more robust solutions due to better cycle slip detection and the ability to process GNSS data from various manufacturers. Even if the base supports only GPS, SureTrack will process GLONASS signals at the rover to deliver complete GNSS performance. R320 combined with the new A52 antenna deliver the best combination of high-level GNSS performance and value in the marketplace.

R320 will be available later this month through. For more information, please contact info@simtec.ch

OEM Board and Upgraded GPS Compass Products

Hemisphere GPS announces the release of the Crescent Vector II OEM board and a broad range of Crescent Vector II GPS compass products: V101 Series, VS101 Series, and LV101 OEM board.

The Crescent Vector II OEM board brings a series of new features to Hemisphere GPS patented Crescent receiver technology including heave, pitch, and roll output, more accurate timing, lower phase noise, and an improved accelerometer. This design provides precise heading and positioning accuracy even while sitting still. In addition, the compact size, low-power consumption, and simple configuration of the Crescent Vector II OEM board make it an ideal solution for system integrators. These advancements have been designed into the production of all Crescent Vector II products including the following:

• V101 and V111 all-in-one GPS compass (superseding the V100/V110) - an affordable heading and positioning 50cm baseline smart antenna that combines the Crescent Vector II and two multipath-resistant antennas for precise guidance, portability, and simple installation.
• VS101 and VS111 GPS compass (superseding the VS100/VS110) - a receiver with user interface display and two separately-mounted antennas, utilizes the Crescent Vector II to deliver reliable accuracy at significantly less cost than competitors’ products or traditional methods and is ideal for professional machine control and navigation applications.
• LV101 OEM board (superseding and backwards compatible to the LV100) - integrates the Crescent Vector II, two GPS antennas, an NMEA 2000® communication processor, a single axis gyro, a tilt sensor, and a power supply onto a single board to allow for ease of integration into your system and provides precise heading and sub-meter position accuracy even while stationary.

"The Crescent Vector II OEM board improves upon the success of the original Crescent Vector by providing a more robust precision GPS solution to both OEM integrators and off-the-shelf end users," says Phil Gabriel, VP and General Manager, Precision Products, for Hemisphere GPS. "With this release we are now able to provide these advancements across our entire Vector-based product line."

The Crescent Vector II OEM board and all Crescent Vector II products will be available July 2010 through the Hemisphere GPS Precision Products global dealer network.