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SPAN
®
Tightly coupled GNSS+INS technology
performance for exceptional 3D,
continuous position, velocity & attitude
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NOVATEL’S SPAN TECHNOLOGY PROVIDES
CONTINUOUS 3D POSITIONING, VELOCITY AND
ATTITUDE DETERMINATION EVEN WHEN SATELLITE
RECEPTION MAY BE COMPROMISED FOR SHORT
PERIODS OF TIME.
SPAN integrates our industry leading Global
Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) technology
with Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs) to create
a tightly coupled GNSS+INS solution at data
rates up to 200 Hz. A range of receiver, IMU and
antenna options are available to meet accuracy
and size requirements for nearly any application.
For comprehensive SPAN information, visit
www.gnss.ca
The accuracy of SPAN products can be optimized
with best-in-class post-processing soware from
our Waypoint® Products Group.
For more information, go to www.gnss.ca.
How SPAN Works
GNSS Solution
With GNSS only positioning, navigating becomes unreliable or
impossible when satellites are blocked by obstructions such as
trees or buildings.
Driing INS Solution
In the absence of an external reference, the Inertial Navigation
System (INS) solution will dri over time due to accumulated
errors in the IMU data.
True Path
SPAN solution
Continuously available and following the true path
SATELLITE Line-of-Sight
When combined, the two navigation techniques augment and
enhance each other to create a powerful positioning system. The
absolute position and velocity accuracy of the GNSS is used to
compensate for the errors in the IMU measurements. The stable
relative position of the INS can be used as a bridge to span times
when the GNSS solution is degraded or unavailable. Data is available
in real-time or can be post-processed for workflows requiring the
most robust solution possible and additional quality control.
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SPAN Technology
Single Enclosure Receiver and IMU
IMU SPECS
SPAN SYSTEM ATTITUDE ACCURACY
(DEGREES)
1
RMS
SPAN PERFORMANCE
RTK
2
Post Processed
3
Power
Consumption
Export Control
Data Rate
Gyro Technology
Roll
Pitch
Heading
Roll
Pitch
Heading
SPAN CPT7
» Compact, single enclosure GNSS+INS receiver, powered by NovAtel’s world class OEM7 technology.
» Features a NovAtel OEM7720 receiver and a Honeywell HG4930 IMU
» Dual antenna inputs for a single enclosure ALIGN® heading system.
Dimensions: 90 x 60 x 60 mm
Weight: 450 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +71°C
GPS L1 C/A, L1C, L2C, L2P, L5 + GLONASS L1 C/A, L2 C/A, L2P, L3, L5 + BeiDou B1, B2 +
Galileo E1, E5 AltBOC, E5a, E5b + NavIC L5 + SBAS L1, L5 + QZSS L1 C/A, L1C, L2C, L5 +
L-Band
7 W (typical)
Commercial
100 Hz
MEMS
0.010
0.010
0.030
0.005
0.005
0.010
SPAN-IGM-S1
» Features the OEM615 receiver and STIM300 IMU.
» The STIM300 is a tactical grade IMU with MEMS gyros and accelerometers.
» Stacks with a FlexPak6 receiver to create a compact ALIGN heading system.
Dimensions: 152 x 142 x 51 mm
Weight: 540 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +65°C
GPS L1, L2, L2C + GLONASS L1, L2 + SBAS
6 W
4
Commercial
125 Hz
MEMS
0.015
0.015
0.080
0.006
0.006
0.019
SPAN-IGM-A1
» Features the OEM615 receiver and ADIS-16488 IMU.
» The ADIS-16488 is a cost eective IMU with MEMS gyros and accelerometers.
» Stacks with a FlexPak6 receiver to create a compact ALIGN heading system.
Dimensions: 152 x 142 x 51 mm
Weight: 515 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +65°C
GPS L1, L2, L2C + GLONASS L1, L2 + SBAS
4 W
4
Commercial
200 Hz
MEMS
0.035
0.035
0.150
0.012
0.012
0.074
PwrPak7-E1 and PwrPak7D-E1
» Next Generation OEM7® receiver provides an all-constellation, multi-frequency positioning solution
» The dual antenna PwrPak7D-E1 also provides a ALIGN heading solution from a single enclosure
» Integrated Epson G320N MEMS IMU oers cost eective INS performance
» Multiple communication interfaces for easy integration and installation
» Built-in Wi-Fi and 16 GB of internal data logging storage
Dimensions: 147 x 125 x 55 mm
Weight: 510 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +75°C
GPS L1 C/A, L1C, L2C, L2P, L5 + GLONASS L1 C/A, L2 C/A, L2P, L3, L5 + BeiDou B1, B2,
B3 + Galileo E1, E5 AltBOC, E5a, E5b, E6 + NavIC L5 + SBAS L1, L5 + QZSS L1 C/A, L1C,
L2C, L5, L6 + L-Band
5
1.8 W (typical)
Commercial
125 Hz
MEMS
0.030
0.030
0.100
0.010
0.010
0.040
SPAN Combined GNSS+INS Systems
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Single Enclosure Receiver and IMU
IMU SPECS
SPAN SYSTEM ATTITUDE ACCURACY
(DEGREES)
1
RMS
SPAN PERFORMANCE
RTK
2
Post Processed
3
Power
Consumption
Export Control
Data Rate
Gyro Technology
Roll
Pitch
Heading
Roll
Pitch
Heading
SPAN CPT7
» Compact, single enclosure GNSS+INS receiver, powered by NovAtel’s world class OEM7 technology.
» Features a NovAtel OEM7720 receiver and a Honeywell HG4930 IMU
» Dual antenna inputs for a single enclosure ALIGN® heading system.
Dimensions: 90 x 60 x 60 mm
Weight: 450 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +71°C
GPS L1 C/A, L1C, L2C, L2P, L5 + GLONASS L1 C/A, L2 C/A, L2P, L3, L5 + BeiDou B1, B2 +
Galileo E1, E5 AltBOC, E5a, E5b + NavIC L5 + SBAS L1, L5 + QZSS L1 C/A, L1C, L2C, L5 +
L-Band
7 W (typical)
Commercial
100 Hz
MEMS
0.010
0.010
0.030
0.005
0.005
0.010
SPAN-IGM-S1
» Features the OEM615 receiver and STIM300 IMU.
» The STIM300 is a tactical grade IMU with MEMS gyros and accelerometers.
» Stacks with a FlexPak6 receiver to create a compact ALIGN heading system.
Dimensions: 152 x 142 x 51 mm
Weight: 540 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +65°C
GPS L1, L2, L2C + GLONASS L1, L2 + SBAS
6 W
4
Commercial
125 Hz
MEMS
0.015
0.015
0.080
0.006
0.006
0.019
SPAN-IGM-A1
» Features the OEM615 receiver and ADIS-16488 IMU.
» The ADIS-16488 is a cost eective IMU with MEMS gyros and accelerometers.
» Stacks with a FlexPak6 receiver to create a compact ALIGN heading system.
Dimensions: 152 x 142 x 51 mm
Weight: 515 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +65°C
GPS L1, L2, L2C + GLONASS L1, L2 + SBAS
4 W
4
Commercial
200 Hz
MEMS
0.035
0.035
0.150
0.012
0.012
0.074
PwrPak7-E1 and PwrPak7D-E1
» Next Generation OEM7® receiver provides an all-constellation, multi-frequency positioning solution
» The dual antenna PwrPak7D-E1 also provides a ALIGN heading solution from a single enclosure
» Integrated Epson G320N MEMS IMU oers cost eective INS performance
» Multiple communication interfaces for easy integration and installation
» Built-in Wi-Fi and 16 GB of internal data logging storage
Dimensions: 147 x 125 x 55 mm
Weight: 510 g
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +75°C
GPS L1 C/A, L1C, L2C, L2P, L5 + GLONASS L1 C/A, L2 C/A, L2P, L3, L5 + BeiDou B1, B2,
B3 + Galileo E1, E5 AltBOC, E5a, E5b, E6 + NavIC L5 + SBAS L1, L5 + QZSS L1 C/A, L1C,
L2C, L5, L6 + L-Band
5
1.8 W (typical)
Commercial
125 Hz
MEMS
0.030
0.030
0.100
0.010
0.010
0.040
Duration of Outage (s)
Horizontal Position Error (m)
Duration of Outage (s)
3D Velocity Error (m/s)
1. When SPAN is in RTK mode. Based on 0 seconds outage duration.
2. 0 seconds outage on land vehicle application.
3. RMS, incremental error growth from steady state accuracy. Computed with GPS,
RTK trajectory using Waypoint Inertial Explorer.
4. Typical, GPS + GLONASS only, 12 V, 25°C,
5. BeiDou B3 and Galileo E6 are available only on the PwrPak7-E1.
Duration of Outage (s)
Heading Error (degrees)
High Performance IMUs
IMU SPECS
SPAN SYSTEM ATTITUDE
ACCURACY (DEGREES)
1
RMS
SPAN PERFORMANCE
RTK
2
Post Processed
3
Power
Consumption
Export Control
Data Rate
Gyro Technology
Available as OEM
Roll
Pitch
Heading
Roll
Pitch
Heading
ISA-100C
A near navigation grade IMU from Northrop-Grumman Litef GMBH. The low noise and stable biases of the
accelerometer and gyro sensors mean the ISA-100C is well suited for ground or airborne survey applications.
The ISA-100C is a commercially exportable IMU that offers the highest level of performance in our IMU
portfolio.
Dimensions: 180 x 150 x 137 mm
Weight: 5.0 kg
18 W
Commercial
200 Hz
FOG
+
0.007
0.007
0.010
0.003
0.003
0.004
LN200/LN200C
The low noise, tactical grade LN200 is a proven sensor for airborne survey and mobile mapping applications.
The LN200 features closed-loop fiber optic gyros and solid state accelerometers.
The LN200C has the same SPAN performance as the LN200, but is a commercial product that can be
licensed under the U.S. Department of Commerce for customers outside the United States.
IMU Enclosure
Dimensions: 150 x 134 x 134 mm
Weight: 3.2 kg
17 W (typical)
ITAR (LN200)
Commercial (LN200C)
200 Hz
FOG
+
0.010
0.010
0.020
0.005
0.005
0.007
HG1700 AG58
The HG1700 AG58 is a tactical grade IMU from Honeywell containing ring-laser gyros and servo
accelerometers. With a Gyro Bias of 1 degree per hour, the economical HG1700 AG58 offers excellent
performance.
The HG1700 AG58 is available in the Universal IMU Enclosure (shown) or the SPAN HG Enclosure.
Universal IMU Enclosure
Dimensions: 168 x 195 x 146 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg
SPAN HG Enclosure
Dimensions: 167 x 193 x 100 mm
Weight: 3.4 kg
8 W
ITAR
100 Hz
RLG
+
0.010
0.010
0.021
0.005
0.005
0.008
SPAN Inertial Measurement Units (IMUs)
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For comprehensive SPAN information, visit: www.gnss.ca
High Performance IMUs
IMU SPECS
SPAN SYSTEM ATTITUDE
ACCURACY (DEGREES)
1
RMS
SPAN PERFORMANCE
RTK
2
Post Processed
3
Power
Consumption
Export Control
Data Rate
Gyro Technology
Available as OEM
Roll
Pitch
Heading
Roll
Pitch
Heading
ISA-100C
A near navigation grade IMU from Northrop-Grumman Litef GMBH. The low noise and stable biases of the
accelerometer and gyro sensors mean the ISA-100C is well suited for ground or airborne survey applications.
The ISA-100C is a commercially exportable IMU that offers the highest level of performance in our IMU
portfolio.
Dimensions: 180 x 150 x 137 mm
Weight: 5.0 kg
18 W
Commercial
200 Hz
FOG
+
0.007
0.007
0.010
0.003
0.003
0.004
LN200/LN200C
The low noise, tactical grade LN200 is a proven sensor for airborne survey and mobile mapping applications.
The LN200 features closed-loop fiber optic gyros and solid state accelerometers.
The LN200C has the same SPAN performance as the LN200, but is a commercial product that can be
licensed under the U.S. Department of Commerce for customers outside the United States.
IMU Enclosure
Dimensions: 150 x 134 x 134 mm
Weight: 3.2 kg
17 W (typical)
ITAR (LN200)
Commercial (LN200C)
200 Hz
FOG
+
0.010
0.010
0.020
0.005
0.005
0.007
HG1700 AG58
The HG1700 AG58 is a tactical grade IMU from Honeywell containing ring-laser gyros and servo
accelerometers. With a Gyro Bias of 1 degree per hour, the economical HG1700 AG58 offers excellent
performance.
The HG1700 AG58 is available in the Universal IMU Enclosure (shown) or the SPAN HG Enclosure.
Universal IMU Enclosure
Dimensions: 168 x 195 x 146 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg
SPAN HG Enclosure
Dimensions: 167 x 193 x 100 mm
Weight: 3.4 kg
8 W
ITAR
100 Hz
RLG
+
0.010
0.010
0.021
0.005
0.005
0.008
1. When SPAN is in RTK mode.
2. 0 seconds outage on land vehicle application.
3. RMS, incremental error growth from steady state accuracy. Computed
with GPS, RTK trajectory using Waypoint Inertial Explorer.
Duration of Outage (s)
Horizontal Position Error (m)
Duration of Outage (s)
3D Velocity Error (m/s)
Duration of Outage (s)
Heading Error (degrees)