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03 - VIPS Rover Connection to VBOX 3i

The Rover unit can connect to a standard VBOX 3i and switches seamlessly between GNSS and the indoor positioning system, allowing you to use your original hardware for both outdoor and indoor testing. As the VIPS is designed to be used with IMU Integration enabled, the same IMU Initialisation Process should be performed as normal.


For indoor only use, it is important that the VBOX 3i does not have a GNSS antenna connected. If the VBOX receives a satellite signal, even a poor one, the timing will change from the internal clock to GNSS time, causing the VIPS system to fail. the VBOX 3i will function the same as when using GNSS in terms of CAN In / Out, data logging (analogue, etc.) and VBOX Test Suite use.


When indoor/outdoor operation is selected, the VIPS system will wait for GNSS lock and IMU synchronisation before attempting to initialise the VIPS positioning.

 

Using the Internal IMU

Connection between the Rover and VBOX 3i is via the supplied RLCAB153 cable.

  • Insert the 7 way Lemo connector in to the right hand connector on the Rover.
  • Connect the 25 way connector to the A IN port on the VBOX 3i.
  • Connect the 5 way Lemo connector to the SER port on the VBOX 3i.
     

VIPS Hardware Config.png

 

Using an External IMU

Connection between the Rover and VBOX 3i is via the supplied RLCAB153 cable.

  • Insert the 7 way Lemo connector in to the right hand connector on the Rover.
  • Connect the 25 way connector to the A IN port on the VBOX 3i.
  • Connect the 5 way Lemo connector to the SER port on the VBOX 3i.
  • Insert the 6 way Lemo connector in to the left hand connector on the Rover.
  • Insert the other end of the cable in to the CAN / KF port on the IMU04.
     

VIPS Hardware Config with IMU.png

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