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Specifications (cont.)
Position Accuracy: 1-5 meters (3-15 ft.) with DGPS
corrections*
15 meters (49 ft.) RMS**
Velocity Accuracy: 0.1 knot RMS steady state
Dynamics: Performs to specification to 6g’s
Interfaces: NMEA 183, and RS-232 DGPS correction
Antenna: Detachable with standard BNC connector
POWER
Input: Four 1.5-volt AA batteries or 10-32v DC
Power Consumption: 0.75 watts max.
Battery Life†: Up to 24 hours
†Note: Alkaline batteries lose a significant amount of their capacity
as temperature decreases. Use lithium batteries when operat-
ing the GPS II
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in below-freezing conditions. Extensive use
of screen backlighting will significantly reduce battery life.
Appendix B
Specifications subject to change without notice.
* With optional GARMIN GBR 21 Beacon Receiver Input.
** Subject to accuracy degradation to 100m 2DRMS under the U.S. DoD-imposed Selective Availability Program.
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