Aquarius / Aquarius2 ®

The Reference in Maritime Positioning System

Long Range Kinematic: Beyond RTK

Aquarius from Magellan is the ultimate answer to the expectations of the rigorous and demanding world of
marine surveying. With our dual-frequency LRK® kinematic processing technology - today a standard
renowned for its outstanding performance - you get fast, real-time centimeter-level positioning combined to a
fully operational radio link up to 40 km. With LRK, you will be able to work at greater distances than
conventional RTK.
Features
Aquarius2 provides in addition a new dimension to marine surveying: precise heading, up to 0.01°, at the
■ Fast, real-time
centimeter accuracy same time as LRK kinematic positioning with unrivalled levels of performance.

■ Long range Flexibility & Ergonomic

kinematic positioning To guarantee the highest level of performance and reliability in various operational environment, all possible
data link configurations have been thought up. Not only can you take advantage of the high-performance
■ BACKUP feature for ultimate
position availability UHF link designed by Magellan (U-Link) but you can also use an HF/MF link (HM-link) providing full
compatibility with existing networks. Choose the built-in radio configuration (up to 2 internal radio modules)
that best meets your needs or use one or several external source through one of the numerous I/O ports. To
even more increase your project flexibility Aquarius is compatible with several data format
(RTCM, Magellan, CMR/CMR+).

We have included in Aquarius all the features you need including a floating power input, a sealed
ultra-resistant case as well as essential interfacing capabilities. Aquarius can be configured, monitored and
controlled locally or remotely through the front panel, remote commands or a dedicated configuration
software ConfigPack™.

Ultimate Reliability
Designed for high demanding marine survey applications, Aquarius and Aquarius2 now offer a unique full
BACKUP™ feature where a second position fix is computed to guarantee an extreme position availability.
Aquarius also offers you "Relative OTF" mode which computes the relative position of a second mobile: in
real time and with centimeter precision. With Aquarius you have at your disposal the best positioning product
family available today to boost your efficiency.
Aquarius / Aquarius2 Technical Specifications

Applications Positioning Specifications1 Electrical

■ Hydrographic / Multi-beam Surveying Real-Time Centimeter LRK Mode (L1/L2) ■ Power source: 9 to 36V DC, floating input
■ Dredging ■ Operating range up to 40 km (5 SVs or more) ■ Consumption: 10 to 21 W depending on
■ Offshore Surveying with OTF kinematic initialization configuration used
■ Laying of Cables and Pipelines
■ OTF initialization time: 30 seconds, typical
■ Precision: Environmental
■ Construction ■ IP 52 compliant, ultra-resistant aluminum case
■ Machine Automation In KR Fast Mode (20 Hz max. and 5-ms latency):
10 mm + 0.5 ppm, XY
■ Operating temperature range: -20 to +55°C
(antennas: -40 to +70°C)
Main Features 20 mm + 1.0 ppm, Z ■ Storage temperature range: -40 to +70°C
■ L1/L2 LRK centimeter real-time positioning Mode synchrone KA (1Hz, latence 1s):
■ L1 KART centimeter real-time positioning
■ Vibration: EN 60945 & ETS 300 019 (Shocks)
5 mm + 0.5 ppm, XY
■ Navigation Functions available using TRM100:
■ EMI: EN60945, Class B FCC Part15
10 mm + 1.0 ppm, Z
- Profile and homing modes Physical
- Quality Control menus: GPS, radio, Real-Time Centimeter KART Mode (RTK L1)
■ Operating range up to 12 km (5 SVs or more)
■ H x W x D: 125 x 245 x 305 mm
precision, etc. (4.92 x 9.64 x 12")
- Graphical menus including zoom function with OTF kinematic initialization
■ OTF initialization time: 10 minutes, typical
■ Weight: 4.2 kg (9.26 lb)
■ User Coordinate System:
■ Precision: same as LRK mode
- Local datum, projection, geoid mode Radio Module Options
Tx 4800 U-Link UHF Transmission
Aquarius Configuration and Real-Time Decimeter EDGPS Mode
■ Transmission module operating in UHF band
Standard Supply ■ No operational limits of distance; U-LINK radio
reception required ■ 410 to 470 MHz
Firmware ■ Data formats: LRK (RTK) and RTCM
Standard Features Options Hardware Options ■ Data convergence time: 2 minutes, typical
Rx 4812 U-Link ■ Modulation type: GMSK at 4800 bits/s
Precision: 20 cm + 2 ppm, XYZ
Aquarius - 01

Receiver with keyboard & Reception Module ■

screen NAP 001 antenna REFSTATION (x1 or x2) ■ Radiated power: 4W or 0.5W (according to
Rx 1635 HM-Link
with standard supply RELATIVE OTF Reception Module Real-Time Metric WAAS/EGNOS Mode
Firmware: DGPS, EDGPS, (x1 or x2) local authorization)
KART, BACKUP Tx 4800 U-Link ■ Service area as defined for the system of ■ CXL-70 3 dB antenna
Transmission Module
Rx 4812 U-Link satellites used. The different systems available ■ Norm ETS 300-113 - Certified in Europe, the
Aquarius - 02

Receiver with keyboard & Reception Module are: WAAS in North America, EGNOS in
screen NAP 002 antenna LRK (x1 or x2)
with standard supply Rx 1635 HM-Link Europe and MSAS in Japan US and most other countries
REFSTATION Reception Module ■ R & TTE 1999/5/CE
Firmware: DGPS, EDGPS, RELATIVE OTF (x1 or x2) ■ Precision:1 to 2 meters, XY; 3 meters, Z
KART, BACKUP Tx 4800 U-Link
■ EMI specifications: EN60945
Transmission Module

Receiver with keyboard & Rx 4812 U-Link

Technical Specifications
screen NAP 002 antenna Reception Module GPS/GNSS Rx 4812 U-Link UHF Reception
Aquarius2

(x1 or x2)
(x2) with standard supply LRK (1 or 2 built-in modules)
Firmware: DGPS,
Rx 1635 HM-Link
Reception Module
■ 16 x L1 channels - 12 x L2 channels
REFSTATION (Aquarius-02 & Aquarius2) ■ Reception module operating in UHF band 410
EDGPS, KART, (x1 or x2)
HEADING, RELATIVE Tx 4800 U-Link
Transmission Module ■ C/A code and L1 phase, P code and L2 phase to 470 MHz
OTF, BACKUP
with multi-path processing ■ Reception module designed to be integrated
■ Differential modes: WAAS/EGNOS, Numeric into the receiver
Standard Supply List
RTCM Version 2.2, messages 1, 3, 5, 9, 16, ■ Modulation type: GMSK 4800 bits/s or
■ NAP 001 L1 geodetic antenna; Dia.: 143 mm 18 & 19 DQPSK 1200 bits/s (NDS 100 type)
(5.63"); 0.35 kg (0.77 lb)
■ CXL-70 3 dB antenna
■ NAP 002 L1/L2 geodetic antenna; Dia.: 143 Raw Data:
mm (5.63"); 0.35 kg (0.77 lb) 10 Hz output rate Rx 1635 HM-Link HF/MF Reception
■ Power cable, RS232 serial cables (x 2), (1 or 2 built-in modules)
RS422/RS232 adaptor Computed Data: ■ Reception module designed to be integrated
■ TRM100 keyboard & screen terminal, its 20 Hz output rate - Latency < 5 ms (0.005 s) into the receiver
mounting kit and a 1 meter cable ■ Dual-channel in HF band 1.6 to 3.5 MHz;
■ Mounting bracket and receiver mounting kit Interface
BCPSK modulation (NDS 200 type)
■ Rugged transport case ■ Integrated TRM100 Navigation & Control
■ Dual-channel in MF band 270 to 330 kHz;
terminal, 1/4 VGA screen
Heading & Relative GPS Specifications1 MSK modulation
■ GPS and Radio Antenna connectors: 1 female
■ DHM 5000 dual-band antenna - H x Diameter:
Heading TNC (GPS) and 1 or 2 female TNC (Radio)
245 x 135 mm (9.64 x 5.31")
■ 4 two-way I/O ports (one RS232, three RS422)
Precision Baseline Heading Initialization with baud rates from 1200 to 115200 bauds
Length Precision (RMS) Time (s), Typical
1
All performance figures are 1 RMS values based on
Range ■ AUX port (1 PPS output, external event testconducted in Nantes, France, in normal conditions of
Aquarius
2
0.1 to 0.01° >2m 0.2° / D * 5 s/m input, etc.) GPS reception, (normal ionospheric activity, 5 satellites
* D= Baseline Length in meters used and HDOP < 4) on a clear site.
■ TRM100 display also available on
VGA output 1
Tests in different locations under different conditions may
Relative GPS ■ NMEA 0183 messages: RTCM, Magellan produce different results.
■ OTF initialization time: 30 seconds, typical format, CMR/CMR+
■ Same level of precision as in positioning ■ User messages via ConfigPack
(EDGPS, KART, LRK)

Survey Solutions Contact Information:

In USA +1 408 615 3970 ■ Fax +1 408 615 5200
Toll Free (Sales in USA/Canada) 1 800 922 2401
In South America +56 2 273 3214 ■ Fax +56 2 273 3187
Email surveysales@magellangps.com
www.pro.magellanGPS.com

Magellan follows a policy of continuous product improvement; specifications and descriptions are thus subject to change without notice. Please contact Magellan for the latest product information.
© 2006 Magellan Navigation Inc. All rights reserved. LRK, Aquarius are registered trademarks of Magellan Navigation Inc. ConfigPack and BACKUP are trademarks of Magellan Navigation Inc.
All other product and brand names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Aquarius - Photos: Gervais Barré (Nov06) Part #830180C