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VHF, Argos and GPS/Argos Systems for Elephants

Elephant regaining consciousness wearing an early GPS collar system
Asian elephant with early Argos system


VHF Systems Argos Only Systems GPS/Argos Systems

VHF Key Features

VHF Models

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Model Dimensions (in, cm) Canister Weight (g) Life @60BPM Std Pow (months) Life @60BPM Min Pow (months) Transmitter Electronics Transmitter Options
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VHF Specifications: Electronic and Packaging

MK8 Transmitter General Specifications Show



VHF Systems Argos Only Systems GPS/Argos Systems
 

Argos Only Key Features

Argos Only Models

Model Dimensions (in, cm) Canister Weight (g) Estimated Collar Weight (kg) Power Level (mW) Operational Life (hours) Temperature Range (°C) VHF Beacon Onboard
TAW-4710-2 4.25 x 2.7 x 2.3
10.9 x 6.9 x 5.8
875 ~15.28 500 (Typ) 11208 -40 to +70 Yes
TAW-4710H-2 4.25 x 2.7 x 2.3
10.9 x 6.9 x 5.8
875 ~15.28 800 (Typ) 6264 -40 to +70 Yes

1. Reduced power modules are available with approximately 22% increased life. Contact the lab for more information.
2. Operational life expectancy is based on a continuous series of transmissions of a 4-byte Argos message at a 60-second repetition rate at 25°C.

Argos Only Specifications: Electronic and Packaging

TAW-4xxx Specifications (Uses the µGPSI-22 System) Show

Argos Related Products

TDC-GPS Telonics Data Converter Telonics Data Converter (TDC) converts raw data from Telonics transmitting subsystems into data reports formatted as comma-separated values (CSV). TDC generates report data using standard engineering units and associates it with the time of its acquisition. You can review TDC reports in any spreadsheet program, such as Microsoft Excel, and you can also use your own custom software to process reports electronically. TDC also creates files compatible with Google Earth so that you can map transmitter locations interactively. Telonics Data Converter even maintains a list of your transmitters and their data-conversion settings so you can generate new data reports efficiently throughout your study. TDC supports Telonics' current family of Argos transmitters and newest Gen4 GPS units.

TPP-Argos Telonics Product Programmer Telonics Product Programmer (TPP) is a powerful software tool for configuring the data-collection parameters of Telonics transmitters. Until now, Telonics has programmed most transmitters in the factory. Telonics customers now have a way to customize their own transmitters quickly and interactively, even prior to delivery of the units. Telonics Product Programmer gives you the ability to modify specific aspects of your transmitter, including transmission intervals and sensor behavior.

TSC-4A Fast/Active Smart Cable The TSC-4A is a multi-use USB interface cable and features a USB A type computer connector and a male BNC (bayonet style) embedded device connector. The BNC connector allows quick and easy attachment of various embedded device adapters (available separately).

TSC-3 Fast/Active Smart Cable The TSC-3 is a multi-use serial interface cable and features a DB9 serial computer connector and a male BNC (bayonet style) embedded device connector. The BNC connector allows quick and easy attachment of various embedded device adapters (available separately).

CN008351-001 Adapter The CN008351-001 test clip adaptor, used in conjunction with a TSC-3 smart cable, was designed to interface various TDC and TPP applications with Argos only: GPS Store on Board, and GPS/Argos transmitter systems on most Windows based PCs. Two alligator clips to female BNC connector.

TSTR-4 Test Receiver The TSTR-4 provides transmit indication for Argos PTTs (401.650 MHz). Provides both a visual indicator and audio tone with each transmission. Operates on a standard 9 volt battery. Designed specifically for short range (2-3 feet) use with PTT.



VHF Systems Argos Only Systems GPS/Argos Systems
 

GPS/Argos Key Features

GPS/Argos Models

Configuration Dimensions (in, cm) Canister Weight (g) Estimated Collar Weight (kg) 1 YR Operational Life 2 YR Operational Life
TGW-4780-2 2.78 x 1.8 x 1.42
7.0 x 4.5 x 3.5
875 ~15.28 20 min fix interval / Argos uplink 12 hrs every day 40 min fix interval / Argos uplink 6 hrs every day
TGW-4780H-2 2.78 x 1.8 x 1.42
7.0 x 4.5 x 3.5
875 ~15.28 20 min fix interval / Argos uplink 8 hrs every day 1 hr fix interval / Argos uplink 6 hrs every day

*These intervals were calculated on TPP using the following criteria: average environmental temperature of 25°C, expected average time to fix of 75 seconds, Pulse periods; successful GPS fix 1500ms, unsuccessful GPS fix 1000ms, and use scheduled GPS fixes to predict Argos satellite passes

GPS/Argos Specifications: Electronic and Packaging

GPS/Argos Systems Show

GPS/Argos Related Products

TDC-GPS Telonics Data Converter Telonics Data Converter (TDC) converts raw data from Telonics transmitting subsystems into data reports formatted as comma-separated values (CSV). TDC generates report data using standard engineering units and associates it with the time of its acquisition. You can review TDC reports in any spreadsheet program, such as Microsoft Excel, and you can also use your own custom software to process reports electronically. TDC also creates files compatible with Google Earth so that you can map transmitter locations interactively. Telonics Data Converter even maintains a list of your transmitters and their data-conversion settings so you can generate new data reports efficiently throughout your study. TDC supports Telonics' current family of Argos transmitters and newest Gen4 GPS units.

TPP-Argos Telonics Product Programmer Telonics Product Programmer (TPP) is a powerful software tool for configuring the data-collection parameters of Telonics transmitters. Until now, Telonics has programmed most transmitters in the factory. Telonics customers now have a way to customize their own transmitters quickly and interactively, even prior to delivery of the units. Telonics Product Programmer gives you the ability to modify specific aspects of your transmitter, including transmission intervals and sensor behavior.

TSC-4A Fast/Active Smart Cable The TSC-4A is a multi-use USB interface cable and features a USB A type computer connector and a male BNC (bayonet style) embedded device connector. The BNC connector allows quick and easy attachment of various embedded device adapters (available separately).

TSC-3 Fast/Active Smart Cable The TSC-3 is a multi-use serial interface cable and features a DB9 serial computer connector and a male BNC (bayonet style) embedded device connector. The BNC connector allows quick and easy attachment of various embedded device adapters (available separately).

CN008351-001 Adapter The CN008351-001 test clip adaptor, used in conjunction with a TSC-3 smart cable, was designed to interface various TDC and TPP applications with Argos only: GPS Store on Board, and GPS/Argos transmitter systems on most Windows based PCs. Two alligator clips to female BNC connector.

TSTR-4 Test Receiver The TSTR-4 provides transmit indication for Argos PTTs (401.650 MHz). Provides both a visual indicator and audio tone with each transmission. Operates on a standard 9 volt battery. Designed specifically for short range (2-3 feet) use with PTT.

Legacy Products

The information below is provided for individuals who are still deploying these older systems. Some of the system information or limitations, information on frequency allocation or usage, and/or comments made on "state of the art" may be time sensitive or even outdated. Please contact Telonics if you have any questions about the information provided in this section.

The following subsystems are obsolete and are not available to be refurbished:

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Service Commitment

Since 1970, Telonics has built a reputation based on product quality, product support, service, and customer satisfaction. Telonics strives to produce the highest quality products, and to support those products accordingly.

Because of extreme conditions and the unpredictable nature associated with most telemetry applications, problems occasionally arise. Most problems can be resolved quickly. In all cases, we hope to be able to work in partnership with users to resolve problems to the user's satisfaction and to uphold our demonstrated commitment to excellence. If problems should arise, all products must be returned to our factory for failure analysis.

Warranty: GPS/Argos and Argos only Show

Warranty: VHF Show