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ECL eCompass Datasheet

ECL eCompass Datasheet

ECL eCompass Datasheet

Product catalog summary
Overview
The ECL eCompass Series by Jewell Instruments is a low power electronic compass designed for commercial, industrial, and military applications. It is particularly suitable for ROV and AUV manufacturers due to its low power consumption and high accuracy in challenging conditions.

Features
  • High accuracy with heading precision within 0.5° and tilt within 0.2°.
  • Wide operating range with ±60° pitch and roll, ±80° dip angle, and temperature range from -20°C to 70°C.
  • Fast response time with 14 readings per second and wake-up from standby in 75 milliseconds.
  • Single supply operation with options for 6 to 30V unregulated DC or 5V regulated DC.
  • Low power consumption: 15 mA in run mode, 5 mA in sample mode, and 50 μA in standby mode.
  • Various output data including heading, pitch, roll, and magnetic field strengths.
  • Interface options include full-duplex RS-232 or TTL.
  • In-system configuration and testing capabilities.

Specifications
  • Heading Performance: Accuracy of ±0.5° rms, repeatability of ±0.2°, and response time of 75 msec.
  • Tilt Performance: Accuracy of ±0.2°, repeatability of ±0.15°, and settling time of 0.5 sec.
  • Electrical: Supply current of 15 mA operating, 5 mA sample, and 50 μA standby. Supply voltage options include 6-30 Vdc unregulated or 5.0 Vdc regulated.
  • Environmental: Operating temperature from -20° to 70°C, storage temperature from -40° to 125°C, and humidity range of 0 to 90% non-condensing.

Mechanical and Interface
  • Enclosure options include plastic (ABS) or aluminum (diecast alloy).
  • PCB size is 1.6"W x 3.0"L x 0.6"/0.8"H, with mounting via 4 #4 screws.
  • Interface includes RS232 or TTL signal types with baud rates from 2400 to 19200 bps.
  • Output format is NMEA 0183 with data rates from 1 to 1200 sentences per minute.

Applications
Recommended for unmanned vehicles, robotics, weather buoys, antenna positioning, and marine navigation. A development kit is available, and the product is covered by a one-year replacement warranty.

Ordering Information
Includes details on enclosure materials, dimensions, and connector types. Pin outs and wiring diagrams are provided for RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces.
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Catalog excerpts

ECL eCompass Datasheet-1

Features ♦ High Accuracy ^ Heading within 0.5° or better ^ Tilt within 0.2° or better ♦ Wide Operating Range ^ ±60° Pitch and Roll* ^ Local Hard Iron to ±1.5 Gauss ♦ Fast Response ^ 14 readings per second ^ Wake from standby in 75 msec ♦ Single Supply Operation ^ 6 to 30V unregulated DC or ♦ Wide Selection of Output data ^ Heading, pitch, and roll ^ Total, horizontal, and vertical magnetic field strength ^ Horizontal X and Y magnetic field strength ♦ Interface ^ Full-duplex RS-232 or TTL ♦ In-System Configuration and Test ^ PC or laptop can be connected while unit operates in-situ ^ Perform hard and soft iron calibration ^ Monitor outputs and change user-definable settings *with optional tilt sensor deUIBHInstruments Making Sense out of Motion...! The ECL eCompass series is a strap-down electronic compass designed specifically for commercial, industrial, and military users. The ECL will be of particular interest to ROV and AUV manufacturers who are concerned with power usage and accurate heading in all types of challenging conditions. In standby mode, it draws a mere 50 gA and requires only 15 mA in run mode. It provides accurate heading data in less than a tenth of a second from wakeup. An extended range tilt sensor is available that allows for +/-60° of pitch and roll. Other aspects of the ECL remain unchanged from the original ECS including its quick-connect, external serial interface. While the compass is inplace, and without disconnecting system wiring, a serial cable or available USB cable can be temporarily connected via the RJ12-style modular jack. This allows easy access during installation for calibration and tuning. It also provides a valuable diagnostic port and can be used for an auxiliary read-out when needed. In situations where a fixed installation is not desirable, the RJ12 connection can be used exclusively. Among the host of user definable parameters is the selection of NMEA output data and update rate, operating mode as continuous or query-only, and angle data in degrees, mils, radians, or 16-bit integer (65536 counts per revolution). Compensation for both hard and soft iron influences is built-in. Recommended applications are unmanned vehicles, robotics, weather buoys, antenna positioning, and marine navigation. Jewell Instruments offers a development kit that includes the compass, serial cable, and software. The ECL is covered by a full one-year replacement warranty. Jewell Instruments LLC 850 Perimeter Road, Manchester, NH 03103 [email protected] • www.jewellinstruments.com • Tel (800) 227-5955

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ECL eCompass Datasheet-2

Jeuieii Instruments Making Sense out of Motion...! Specifications Heading Performance Jewell Instruments LLC 850 Perimeter Road, Manchester, NH 03103 [email protected] • www.jewellinstruments.com • Tel (800) 227-5955

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ECL eCompass Datasheet-3

Jeuieii Instruments Making Sense out of Motion...! Mechanical Enclosure Material Plastic Enclosure (P Option): (ABS) Flame Retardant UL94 VO Aluminum Enclosure (A Option): Diecast Aluminum Alloy (Type 360.1) PCB Size 1.6"W x 3.0"L x 0.6"/0.8”H, H required for tilt sensor PCB Mounting 4 #4 screws, 1.4" x 2.2" spacing Weight Plastic Enclosure (P Option): 3.2 oz. (90.7 grams) Aluminum Enclosure (A Option): 7.2 oz. (204.1 grams) Connectors 8 pin, single-row, 0.1" friction header Interface Signal type Baud rate Character Format 8 data, no parity, 1 stop Input Buffer Size Output Buffer...

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ECL eCompass Datasheet-4

tleuien Instruments Making Sense out of Motion... Jewell Instruments LLC 850 Perimeter Road, Manchester, NH 03103 [email protected] • www.jewellinstruments.com • Tel (800) 227-5955 -

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ECL eCompass Datasheet-5

tleuien Instruments Making Sense out of Motion... Dimensions of Plastic Enclosure Jewell Instruments LLC 850 Perimeter Road, Manchester, NH 03103 [email protected] • www.jewellinstruments.com • Tel (800) 227-5955 -

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ECL eCompass Datasheet-6

Jeuieii Instruments Making Sense out of Motion...! Interface Block Diagram

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ECL eCompass Datasheet-7

Making Sense out of Motion... compass card compass card Rev A Jewell Instruments LLC 850 Perimeter Road, Manchester, NH 03103 [email protected] • www.jewellinstruments.com • Tel (800) 227-5955

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