Ashtech Announces the MB 100, a Compact Dual-Frequency GNSS OEM Board
July 9, 2010
Ashtech today announced the MB 100 GNSS Board, a compact dual-frequency RTK OEM board.Designed for demanding applications, MB 100 is the designed to address equally well L1 GPS+SBAS standard applications, L1/L2 GPS+SBAS, and L1 GPS/GLONASS + SBAS applications in a tiny form factor with low power consumption. The MB 100 measures 58 x 56 x 11 millimeters and uses less than 0.8 watts of power. The MB 100 features a variety of output messages and data formats for extensive OEM solution interoperability.
Embedded BLADE technology secures the best possible measurements from the GPS, GLONASS, and SBAS constellations by mixing multiple observables without compromising quality or availability. It delivers robust and dependable GNSS measurements optimally processed to yield high field productivity.
The MB 100 may be operated either as a base or a rover and is available in various GNSS modes to match the needs of any customer. All modes are available in the same hardware package and are activated by firmware option activation.
In addition, the MB 100 also features two antenna input connectors, with automatic switching between the two antennas for specific applications such as handheld integration.
The first demonstration units will be available this summer. Volume shipments begin in October.
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