Navman la000508 User Manual

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Figure 2-1: Jupiter 20 module architecture
LNA
bandpass 
filter
TCXO
baseband 
processor
RFIN
ADC
GYRO IN
active or passive antenna
controls/ 
GPIO
UART 
ports
RTC crystal
Flash memory
AD [0‑18]
D [0‑15]
CTRL
brown out 
detector
1.8 V 
regulator
2.8 V 
regulator
Module architecture
RFIC 
DR Modules only
forward/ 
reverse
wheel 
 ticks
bias T
V_ANT 
input
ORing 
circuit
PWRIN
PWRIN
PWRIN
VBATT
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1.0 Introduction
The Jupiter 20 GPS receiver module is a very small surface mount receiver that is intended 
as a component for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) products. The module provides 
a 12‑channel receiver that continuously tracks all satellites in view and provides accurate 
positioning data. 
2.0 Technical description
The highly integrated digital receiver incorporates and enhances the established technology 
of the SiRFstarIIe/LP chipset. It is designed to meet the needs of the most demanding 
applications, such as vehicle tracking in dense urban environments. The interface configuration 
allows incorporation into many existing devices and legacy designs.
The Jupiter 20 receiver decodes and processes signals from all visible GPS satellites. These 
satellites, in various orbits around the Earth, broadcast RF (radio frequency) ranging codes, 
timing information, and navigation data messages. The receiver uses all available signals to 
produce a highly accurate navigation solution. The 12‑channel architecture provides rapid TTFF 
(Time To First Fix) under all start‑up conditions. Acquisition is guaranteed under all initialisation 
conditions as long as visible satellites are not obscured.
The Jupiter 20 is available in three configurations:
• Jupiter 20 (standard) – GSW2.3 navigation software
• Jupiter 20S (high sensitivity) – with XTrac navigation software
• Jupiter 20D (Dead Reckoning) – with SiRFDRive software and gyro interface
Protocols supported are selected NMEA (National Marine Electronics Association) data 
messages and SiRF binary.
2.1 Product applications
The module is designed for high performance and maximum flexibility in a wide range of OEM 
configurations including hand‑helds, sensors, and in‑vehicle automotive products.
2.2 Receiver architecture
The functional architecture of the Jupiter 20 receiver is shown in Figure 2‑1.