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Carlson VASCO-R
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Carlson VASCO-R

TRIPLE-ANTENNA RTK RECEIVER

Designed specifically for machine control applications utilizing single, dual, or triple-antenna configurations, the VASCO delivers a powerful and flexible GNSS solution suitable for virtually any machine type.

With integrated communications and onboard processing power, the VASCO is a fully equipped GNSS platform built to support demanding field operations and precision machine guidance.

Key Features

  • Highly ruggedized all-in-one GNSS platform for multiple applications
  • Supports single, dual, and triple-antenna machine control configurations
  • Integrated communications and processing capabilities
  • Seamless integration with machine-specific systems
  • Compact and durable form factor for quick and easy installation
  • Designed for reliable operation in harsh working environments

The VASCO combines performance, flexibility, and rugged reliability to meet the needs of modern machine control and precision positioning applications.

Carlson VASCO-R

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GNSS Subsystem

Receiver Specifications

  • High-precision GNSS triple-module solution with synchronized reference clock and PPS signals
  • 1,340+ channels for advanced multi-constellation tracking
  • Supports RTCM 3.4, CMR, CMR+, NMEA, RINEX, and proprietary NJS binary protocols

Supported GNSS Constellations

  • GPS
  • GLONASS
  • Galileo
  • BeiDou
  • NavIC
  • QZSS

RTK Accuracy (RMS)*

  • Horizontal: 0.6 cm + 0.5 ppm
  • Vertical: 1 cm + 1 ppm

Heading Accuracy (RMS)*

  • 0.09° with 1 m antenna separation
  • 0.02° with 5 m antenna separation

Pitch & Roll Accuracy (RMS)*

  • 0.13° with 1 m antenna separation
  • 0.03° with 5 m antenna separation

Communications

Wireless Connectivity

  • Bluetooth: Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
  • Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz, 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n
  • Cellular: Integrated 4G LTE Cat-12 modem with global coverage and 3G fallback
  • UHF Radio: Fully configurable TX/RX capability for base-to-rover or rover-to-base communication

Connector Ports

Ethernet

  • Ethernet 1 & 2:
    4-pin M12 D-Code connectors
    Supports 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet

Power

  • Power Input:
    3-pin M12 A-Code connector

CAN Interfaces

  • CAN 1 & CAN 2:
    5-pin M12 A-Code connectors
    Supports CAN, CAN-FD, and CAN 2.0B specifications
    Galvanically isolated up to 500 V
    Switchable internal termination and power output

Serial Interface

  • Serial Port:
    12-pin M12 A-Code connector
    Supports RS232, RS422, and PPS output

Antenna & Radio Connections

  • Wi-Fi / Bluetooth: RP-SMA connector for external antenna
  • UHF: TNC connector for external UHF antenna
  • Cell Main: SMA connector for external primary cellular antenna
  • Cell Aux: SMA connector for external auxiliary cellular antenna
  • GNSS 1: TNC connector for primary GNSS antenna
  • GNSS 2: TNC connector for secondary GNSS antenna
  • GNSS 3: TNC connector for third GNSS antenna

* Accuracy values are RMS under optimal operating conditions.

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