Eagle Tree Systems GPS Expander V3 (Model # GPS-5HZ) Instruction Manual

This document is an instruction manual for the Data Recorder GPS Expander V3, providing installation and operation guidance. The product features a 5Hz update rate, low power consumption, and battery backup, making it suitable for Eagle Tree's recording and wireless telemetry products. It is also compatible with various Eagle Tree recorders and dashboards.


Eagle Tree Systems GPS Expander V3 (Model # GPS-5HZ) Instruction Manual - cover page
Brand
Eagle
Category
GPS
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
5
File format
PDF
File size
339 KB
Published
07 August, 2012
Updated
29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
820E27F5F4D1B215F0412BC8CB95982F

About this manual

The Eagle Tree Systems GPS Expander V3 is a compact device designed to provide high-frequency (5Hz) GPS data updates for recording and wireless telemetry products. It features low power consumption, battery backup for quick cold and warm starts, and compatibility with various Eagle Tree recorders and Seagull Dashboards running firmware version 4.15 or higher.

What's inside

  • Features
  • Supported Products
  • Packing List
  • How the GPS Expander Works
  • Connecting the GPS Expander to the Recorder
  • Installing the GPS Expander in your Model
  • Using the External Antenna with your GPS Expander
  • Setting up the GPS Expander with your Recorder
  • Setting up the GPS Expander with the Seagull Dashboard

Specifications

Update Frequency5Hz
Power ConsumptionVery little power
Battery Backup FunctionQuick hot and warm starts

Frequently asked questions

Which Eagle Tree products are compatible with the GPS Expander V3?

It is compatible with Flight Data Recorder V2, Car Data Recorders, Boat Data Recorders (firmware 4.15+), Seagull Dashboards (firmware 4.15+), and eLogger V3.

How should the GPS Expander be mounted in a vehicle?

It should be mounted with Velcro so that the top part (with the label) faces toward the sky.

What happens if the Dashboard does not receive a new fix within a few seconds?

It will mark the Lat and Lon fields with an “*” beside the values to indicate a “stale” fix.

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