Maretron gps200 Manuale Utente

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1  Introduction 
Congratulations on your purchase of the Maretron GPS200 GPS Antenna/Receiver.  Maretron 
has designed and built your GPS200 to the highest standards for years of reliable, 
dependable, and accurate service.  
 
The Maretron GPS200 is designed to operate within the harsh demands of the marine 
environment.  However, no piece of marine electronic equipment can function properly unless 
installed and maintained in the correct manner.  Please read carefully and follow these 
instructions for installation and usage of the Maretron GPS200 in order to ensure optimal 
performance. 
 
1.1  Firmware Revision 
This manual corresponds to GPS200 firmware revision 1.0.1. 
 
1.2  GPS200 Features 
The Maretron GPS200 has the following features. 
 
• NMEA 
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•  32 Channel GPS Antenna/Receiver 
•  Up to 5Hz Position Update Rate 
•  Satellite Based Augmentation System (SBAS) capable (WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS) 
•  Accurate Location, COG and SOG Data to Any NMEA 2000
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Device Including Chart 
Plotters, Autopilots, and Instrumentation Displays 
•  Magnetic Variation Output Based on World Magnetic Model  
•  Waterproof Enclosure and Cable System 
 
2  Installation 
2.1  Unpacking the Box 
When unpacking the box containing the Maretron GPS200, you should find the following items: 
 
1 - GPS200 GPS Antenna/Receiver 
1 - Pole Mount Base 
3 - Mounting Screws and Lock Washers 
1 - GPS200 User’s Manual 
1 - Warranty Registration Card 
 
If any of these items are missing or damaged, please contact Maretron. 
 
2.2  Choosing a Mounting Location 
The selection of a suitable mounting location is important for the optimal performance of the 
Maretron GPS200.  The mounting location and orientation of the GPS200 should be: