VHF, GPS Store on Board and GPS/Argos Systems for Primates
VHF Key Features
- All MOD configurations have two configurable power levels to accommodate either greater range or greater life
- Duty cycling to extend operational life available
- Mortality sensing option
- Temperature triggered mortality in modes containing the MK-8 electronics
- Activity monitoring option in models containing the MK-8 electronics
- Field programmability available in units containing the MK-9 electronics
- Various attachment options have been designed specifically for primate species
VHF Models
Standard Collar Systems
| Model |
Dimensions L x W x H (in, cm) |
Canister Weight (g) |
Life @60BPM Std Pow (months) |
Life @60BPM Min Pow (months) |
Transmitter Electronics |
Transmitter Options |
| LB-35 |
1.68 x 0.8 x 0.5
4.26 x 2.03 x 1.27 |
20 |
4.1 |
10.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
| LB-39 |
1.64 x 0.77 x 0.53
4.26 x 1.96 x 1.35 |
14.5 |
4.1 |
10.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-080 |
1.3 x 0.7 x 0.9
3.3 x 1.8 x 2.3 |
36 |
8.2 |
21.0 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-125 |
1.6 x 0.9 x 0.8
4.1 x 2.4 x 2.0 |
53 |
12.3 |
31.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-210 |
1.7 x 1.3 x 0.7
4.31 x 3.3 x 1.77 |
75 |
16.4 |
42.0 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MS2, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-225 |
1.7 x 1.3 x 0.7
4.31 x 3.3 x 1.77 |
85 |
20.6 |
52.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-315 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1
3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
100 |
20.6 |
52.5 |
MK-8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| MOD-316 |
1.4 x 1.4 x 1.1
3.55 x 3.55 x 2.79 |
100 |
10.4 |
Not Available |
MK-9 |
MS6, MS9, MDC |
Implantable Systems
| Model |
Dimensions L x W x H (in, cm) |
Canister Weight (g) |
Life @60BPM Std Pow (months) |
Life @60BPM Min Pow (months) |
Transmitter Electronics |
Transmitter Options |
| IMP-200 |
2.4 x 0.9
6.1 x 2.3 |
25 |
7.5 |
19.2 |
MK8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
| IMP-325 |
3.7 x 0.9
9.4 x 2.3 |
42 |
15 |
38.3 |
MK8 |
MS6, MA, MS9, MDC, MS4, MS5 |
*There are more implant configurations that may prove to be better suited to a specific application. To view additional configurations, click here. To view heart rate configurations, click here.
VHF Specifications: Electronic and Packaging
MK8 Transmitter General Specifications - Show
The MK8 Transmitter is a single frequency, microprocessor controlled pulsed-CW transmitter, designed for operation in the 140 - 220 MHz frequency range.
| Frequency Range |
140 - 220 MHz |
| Frequency Tolerance |
±17 ppm max @ 25°C
±25 ppm max -40°lC < Temp < +60°C
(<7ppm typical w/ variation in load impedance - 6:1VSWR)
(<3ppm typical over supply voltage range at room temperature)
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| Temperature Range |
-40°C to +60 °C (Note: Temperature range is for the transmitter only. The power supply must provide the required peak current and voltage requirements for the transmitter over the expected temperature range.) |
| Shutdown Component |
Externally shutdown by presence of a small magnet |
| Output Power |
| Output Power Option |
Peak Power Output Levels
Relative to Standard Power |
| Low |
0.5 x |
| Standard |
1 x |
| High |
2 x |
| Extra high |
5 x |
|
| RF Pulse Width |
15 msec standard
Can optionally be configured from 12 - 255 msec
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| Pulse Period |
Configurable from 200 - 10000 msec (6-300 Bpm) |
| Spurious Emissions |
Non-coherent Spurs <-50 dBc |
| Harmonic Suppression |
Coherent Spurs <-10 dBc |
| Available Sensors |
Motion (Hg switch - activity/mortality) - options MS6, MA
Position (Hg switch - head up/head down) - option MS9
Temperature Triggered Mortality Sensor - option MS5
Temperature Measurement Sensor - MS4
| Option |
Resolution at standard center temperature of 37°C |
Calibrated Accuracy |
| MS4-400 |
0.4 deg |
±(0.6°C + cal. uncertainty*)
±20°C from center temperature
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| MS4-400 |
0.4 deg |
±(0.9°C + cal. uncertainty*)
±40°C from center temperature
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| MS4-410 |
0.1 deg |
±(0.15°C + cal. uncertainty*)
±10°C from center temperature
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*(Note: "Cal. uncertainty" is the error inherent in the calibration procedure. This value is dependant on the end users calibration procedure and equipment accuracy.
For example, if the calibration process measures temperature to within ±0.1°C, then the MK8 calibrated accuracy would be:
- For 0.4 deg resolution option
±(0.6deg + 0.1deg) = ±0.7degC (±20°C)
±(0.9deg + 0.1deg) = ±1.0degC (±40°C)
- For 0.1 deg resolution option
±(0.15deg + 0.1deg) = ±0.25degC (±10°C)
|
| Seasonal Timing |
8 factory programmable on-off duty cycles - option MDC
Typical timing accuracy of < ± 30 min/yr is reasonable for most applications
Chart reflects known error limits
| Temperature (°C) |
Error Limits (min/yr) |
| -40°C |
~ -73 to -105 (extrapolated) |
| -20°C |
-25 to -58 |
| 0°C |
2.6 to -29 |
| 25°C |
±16 |
| 50°C |
2.6 to -29 |
| 70°C |
-25 to -58 |
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| FCC Emission Designator |
1k00P0N * California Users - The MK8 transmitter exceeds the emission designator requirement of 2k00P0N for operation in California. The MK8's 1k00P0N emission designator is identical to 2k00P0N except that it occupies only half of the 2 kHz bandwidth allowed by the State of California for wildlife tracking. |
MK9 Transmitter General Specifications - Show
The MK9 Transmitter is a single frequency, microprocessor controlled pulsed-CW transmitter, designed for operation in the 140 - 220 MHz frequency range.
| Frequency Range
| 145-160 MHz, 160-175 MHz, 175-190 MHz, 210-230 MHz
The MK9 can generally be programmed in 10 kHz steps within a given frequency range (e.g. 148.010 - 148.020 MHz). Intermediate steps may be available - contact factory for details. |
| Frequency Tolerance
| Better than ±25 ppm over temperature and voltage range |
| Temperature Range
| -30 to + 50°C (Note: Temperature range is for the transmitter only. The power supply must provide the required peak current and voltage requirements for the transmitter over the expected temperature range.)
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| Shutdown Component
| Externally controllable by presence of a small magnet |
| Output Power
|
Programmable standard/ high power (1x/ 2x measured into 100Ω load).
| Output Power Option | Peak Power Output Levels
Relative to Standard Power |
| Low | Not Available |
| Standard | 1 x |
| High | 2 x |
| Extra high | Not Available |
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| RF Pulse Width
| Configurable from 15 - 250 msec |
| Pulse Period
| Configurable from 400 - 2000 msec (30-150 Bpm) |
| Spurious Emissions
| <-40 dBc at frequency offset > 10 kHz from carrier |
| Harmonic Suppression
| Better than 30 dB (>40 dB typical) |
| Available Sensors
| Option MS6 - Mortality Sensor (parameters are user programmable)
Option MS9Tip Switch (head up/head down - user programmable)
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| Seasonal Timing
| Option MDC - 8 programmable seasons, 8 programmable on-off duty cycles within each season. Programmable real-time clock control seasons and duty cycles. Programming can be completed at the factory or in the field with the purchase of software. Typical timing accuracy of <± 30 min/yr is reasonable for most applications. Chart reflects known error limits.
| Temperature (°C) | Error Limits (min/yr) |
| -40°C | ~ -73 to -105 (extrapolated) |
| -20°C | -25 to -58 |
| 0°C | 2.6 to -29 |
| 25°C | ±16 |
| 50°C | 2.6 to -29 |
| 70°C | -25 to -58 |
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| FCC Emission Designator
| 1k00P0N * California Users - The MK9 transmitter exceeds the emission designator requirement of 2k00P0N for operation in California. The MK9's 1k00P0N emission designator is identical to 2k00P0N except that it occupies only half of the 2 kHz bandwidth allowed by the State of California for wildlife tracking. |
VHF Transmitter Sensor Option Descriptions
MK8 Microprocessor Control Sensor Options - Show
| Opt. MDC MK8 Duty Cycles |
Transmitters can be programmed to cycle through up to eight sequential time periods or "duty cycles" in order to extend transmitter life. Within each duty cycle, the transmitter can either be "on" or "off". Pulse rates can be uniquely defined for each "on" duty cycle. Each duty cycle can be defined from eight seconds to approximately 50 months in length. Duty Cycle timing begins at the moment the magnet is removed to initialize the transmitter. Upon completion of the last programmed Duty Cycle Period, the transmitter begins again at the first duty cycle. |
| Opt. MA Activity Sensor |
Varies the pulse period depending on the relative activity level of the animal. A motion-sensitive switch detects animal movements and the microprocessor monitors changes in the state of the switch (open vs. closed). A user-defined evaluation time is established and the number of switch state changes is recorded by the microprocessor. The maximum number of state changes is limited to one per second by the software. The transmitter pulse period varies between two user-defined pulse periods. One pulse period corresponds to "no activity" and the other corresponds to a user-defined "maximum activity level". A graph supplied with the transmitter correlates activity level and pulse period. |
| Opt. MS4 Temperature Sensor |
Monitors body temperature in proximity to the collar on the animal (pulse period varies with temperature). User may define the desired pulse period vs temperature characteristic of the transmitter (contact factory for details). Standard temperature resolution is approximately 0.4°C. Optional high-resolution circuitry provides approximately 0.1° C resolution.
The MS4 temperature sensor circuitry provides accurate temperature measurements, even when the transmitter cannot be recovered and recalibrated after period of data collection. This virtually eliminates calibration drifts due to aging and battery voltage changes over time. |
| Opt. MS5 Temperature-Triggered Mortality Sensor |
This option determines a mortality event in an endothermic animal with a stable body temperature. Faster (mortality) pulse rate is triggered when body temperature drops below a user specified temperature.
Note: Pulse rate is returned to original rate if temperature rises back above the specified temperature. Consideration of the ambient temperature is a consideration in selection of the transition threshold. For example, temperature-controlled sensors would probably not be suitable in areas where high ambient temperatures would prevent rapid cooling of body after death. This option is often used in monitoring waterfowl mortality events where motion sensitive mortality sensors may not be applicable (e.g. where the body may continue to be rocked by waves on the surface of a lake). Available in all implant configurations. Please contact the laboratory to discuss implementation of this sensor before ordering. |
| Opt. MS6 Mortality-Motion Sensor |
Provides "active or alive" or "inactive or dead" pulse period depending on activity state of the study animal. A motion-sensitive switch is incorporated in the unit to detect animal movements. The microprocessor continuously monitors the motion switch to determine when motion occurs. Once per second, the microprocessor increments an "activity counter" if motion was detected during the preceding one-second time period. This "activity counter" keeps a running total of the number of times motion was detected over a user-defined mortality evaluation time (8 sec to 6 days). The active pulse period is maintained as long as the number of switch closures in the mortality evaluation time is greater than the mortality threshold. If the number of switch closures falls below the established threshold, the unit produces the inactive period. A separate resurrection threshold allows the unit to return to the active pulse period if the number of activity counts during the mortality evaluation time exceeds the resurrection threshold.
Note: The microprocessor updates the active/inactive pulse period at intervals of 1/16th of the evaluation time. This means that after the "resurrection" threshold criterion is met, there will be a delay of up to 6.25% of the evaluation time before the transmitter reverts to the "active" pulse period. The same is true with the transition between "active" and "inactive" pulse periods. The actual time between cessation of motion and initiation of the "inactive/dead" pulse period can be up to 6.25% longer than the evaluation time. |
| Opt. MS9 Tip Switch Sensor |
Transmits one of two different pulse rates depending on orientation of the transmitter. Usually designed to switch pulse rates as it passes through an angle of 0° (parallel to horizontal). Other switching angles may be selected with some configurations (factory set within 10°).** Typical uses include monitoring "head up" and "head down" positions. |
MK9 Microprocessor Control Sensor Options - Show
| Opt. MS6 Mortality-Motion Sensor
| Provides "active or alive" or "inactive or dead" pulse period depending on activity state of the study animal. A motion-sensitive switch is incorporated in the unit to detect animal movements. The microprocessor continuously monitors the motion switch to determine when motion occurs. Once per second, the microprocessor increments an "activity counter" if motion was detected during the preceding one-second time period. This "activity counter" keeps a running total of the number of times motion was detected over a user-defined mortality evaluation time (8 sec to 6 days). The active pulse period is maintained as long as the number of switch closures in the mortality evaluation time is greater than the mortality threshold. If the number of switch closures falls below the established threshold, the unit produces the inactive period. A separate resurrection threshold allows the unit to return to the active pulse period if the number of activity counts during the mortality evaluation time exceeds the resurrection threshold.
Note: The microprocessor updates the active/inactive pulse period at intervals of 1/16th of the evaluation time. This means that after the "resurrection" threshold criterion is met, there will be a delay of up to 6.25% of the evaluation time before the transmitter reverts to the "active" pulse period. The same is true with the transition between "active" and "inactive" pulse periods. The actual time between cessation of motion and initiation of the "inactive/dead" pulse period can be up to 6.25% longer than the evaluation time. |
| Opt. MS9 Tip Switch Sensor
| Transmits one of two different pulse rates depending on orientation of transmitter. Usually designed to switch pulse rates as it passes through an angle of 0° (parallel to horizontal). Other switching angles may be selected with some configurations (factory set within 10°).** Typical uses include monitoring "head "up" and "head down" positions.
Note: The MK9 transmitter integrates the time spent "head up" vs "head down" with ~0.5sec time constant. If the transmitter position changes rapidly with respect to the integration time constant, the resulting pulse period will be between the "head up" and "head down" pulse period, providing an indication of the average amount of time the transmitter spent in the two positions. |
| Opt. MDC MK9 Duty Cycles
| Transmitters can be programmed for up to eight sequential time periods or "seasons", generally used to extend transmitter life. During each season, the transmitter may be "enabled" or "disabled". Timing is controlled by a Real-Time-Clock, allowing seasons to start and end on any desired calendar date and time, regardless of when the transmitter is initialized. Once the transmitter enters the last programmed "season", it continues to operate under the last season's parameters for the duration of the transmitter's lifetime.
Within each season, the transmitter may be programmed with an on/off "duty cycle" to further extend transmitter lifetime. Each on/off cycle can be defined in one hour increments from 1 hour to 255 hours (about 10.6 days). |
MK9 Field-Programmable Transmitter Parameters - Show
| Option MK9PCU
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- MK9 transmitters are factory programmable and fields programmable with the
purchase of MK9PCU PC-based software
- Programmable parameters include:
- Frequency - 3 bands available standard
- 145-160 MHz
- 160-175 MHz
- 216-220 MHz
- Other bands available - contact factory for details
- Pulse Period
- Pulse Width
- Mortality parameters
- Tip Switch parameters
- Duty Cycle configuration
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GPS Store on Board and GPS/Argos Key Features
- Lower current consumption provides a 100% increase in operational life or an increase in performance during that same operational time frame.
- The newest GPS receiver technology provides faster time to fix.
- Up to 24 positions per day can be recovered through Argos by using the innovative paging date protocol.
- More flexible programming schedules available to the user.
- Single printed wiring board construction and higher integration makes the electronics more rugged and increases reliability in high shock/vibration environments.
- uGPSi 20 is supported by a GUI programming interface (TPP) making it possible for user to program their own systems and simulate the performance of the system prior to deployment.
- The Telonics Data converter (TDC) provides complete data decoding of Argos DS files and supports complete memory downloading. TDC provides a standard csv output file (comma separated value) with time stamps for all data collected. TDC can be run in the "batch mode" for hands off operation.
- TDC allows you to plot GPS fixes and Argos locations with Google Earth.
- Various attachment options have been designed specifically for primate species
GPS Store on Board and GPS/Argos Models
| Configuration |
Dimensions L x W x H (in, cm) |
Canister Weight (g) |
Estimated Collar Weight (g) |
1 YR Operational Life |
2 YR Operational Life |
| TGW-4400-3 |
2.78 x 1.8 x 1.42
7.0 x 4.5 x 3.5 |
210 |
416-582 |
1 hr 15 min fix interval 1 |
3 hr interval 2 |
| TGW-4480-3 |
2.78 x 1.8 x 1.42
7.0 x 4.5 x 3.5 |
210 |
416-582 |
2 hr fix interval / Argos uplink 6 hrs every 5 days 1 |
5 hr fix interval / Argos uplink 8 hrs every 12 days 2 |
1. These intervals were calculated on TPP using the following criteria: average environmental temperature of 25°C, expected average time to fix of 90 seconds, Pulse periods; successful GPS fix 1200ms, unsuccessful GPS fix 1000ms.
2. These intervals were calculated on TPP using the following criteria: average environmental temperature of 25°C, expected average time to fix of 90 seconds, Pulse periods; successful GPS fix 1200ms, unsuccessful GPS fix 1000ms, and use scheduled GPS fixes to predict Argos satellite passes.
GPS Store on Board and GPS/Argos Specifications: Electronic and Packaging
GPS Store on Board Systems
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General System Specifications
| Timing Accuracy |
Timing is synchronized to GPS time when available. If the GPS time is not then internal timing accuracy is:
6 min/year at 25° C
30 min/yr -20 to +40° C
47 min/yr -40 to +70° C
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| Available Sensors |
Mortality, Activity, Temperature, Low Voltage |
| Memory Capacity |
Capable of storing 500K fixes in nonvolatile flash memory in association with other sensor data. |
GPS Receiver Specifications
| Standby Current |
0 µA |
| Performance |
12 channels
-159 dBm tracking sensitivity
-145 dBm acquisition sensitivity
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| Datum |
WGS-84
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| Time to First Fix (TTFF) |
40 sec typical (with clear view of sky) |
µGPSI-022 VHF Transmitter Specifications
| Available Frequency Options |
Option 705 140-154 MHz
Option 707 146-160 MHz
Option 715 156-172 MHz
Option 720 160-177 MHz
Option 740 174-192 MHz
Option 750 191-210 MHz
Option 760 210-237 MHz
The MK10 frequency can be programmed in 100 Hz steps within a given frequency range.
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| Frequency Stability |
Better than ±3 ppm at room temperature;
±5 ppm total tolerance over full temperature range
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| Operating Temperature |
-40° to + 70° C (end user must ensure that the power supply/battery can provide the required peak current and voltage) |
| Pulse Width |
Programmable (10 to 250 msec) |
| Pulse Period |
Programmable (560 to 5000 msec)
3 separate pulse period values selectable:
Period 1 (indicates last GPS fix successful)
Period 2 (indicates last GPS fix unsuccessful)
Mortality period (if no motion for selected time)
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| Available Sensors |
Mortality Sensor (parameters are user programmable) |
| Transmitter Timing |
Programmable seasons and duty cycles. |
| Power Output |
Programmable Low/Medium/High power.
Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) varies, depending on packaging, antenna configuration, and immediate environmental conditions.
* California Users: This transmitter meets the California requirement of EIRP < 0.0009W for all configurations.
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| Emission Designator |
2k00P0N |
| Harmonic Suppression |
Better than 30 dB (>40 dB typical) |
| Spurious Emissions |
<-35 dBc at 10 kHz offset from carrier |
| Frequency |
Aging: <2 ppm/yr
Shock: <1 ppm 3000 g x 0.3 ms x ½ sine x 3 dir
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| VSWR |
RF output stable to 10:1 VSWR, all phases
Radiated harmonic levels are degraded with poor load VSWR.
Spurious emission specification maintained for >10:1 VSWR
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| Programming |
Transmitter parameters programmable via antenna "1-pin" interface and Telonics TPP PC software. |
| Packing/Housing Specifications |
Electronics are sealed in hermetic metal canisters containing the electronics, batteries, and all interconnects. Glass to metal feed-thru technology is used to exit antennas and power. This packing is hermetic and can be tested utilizing a helium leak bomb test for hermeticity to assure < 1 part in 106 atmospheric CC per second. |
| GPS Antenna Specifications |
In collar mounted wildlife configurations The GPS antenna is designed to be mounted on the dorsal surface of the neck. The GPS antenna is installed in a high impact nonconductive plastic housing. The form of the housing presents sloping sides so that it will be impervious to chewing and gnawing as is possible. A highly armored antenna cable connects the GPS antenna to the instrument package. |
| Collar Specifications |
Collar designs are species specific. |
GPS/Argos Systems
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General System Specifications
| Timing Accuracy | Timing is synchronized to GPS time when available. If the GPS time is not then internal timing accuracy is:
6 min/year at 25° C
30 min/yr -20 to +40° C
47 min/yr -40 to +70° C |
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| Available Sensors | Mortality, Activity, Temperature, Low Voltage |
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| Memory Capacity | Capable of storing 500K fixes in nonvolatile flash memory in association with other sensor data. |
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| Argos Transmissions | System can be operated in a mode where unit transmits only during satellite overpasses based on the GPS location and the orbital parameters installed prior to deployment. (GPS-Argos systems only) |
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GPS Receiver Specifications
| Standby Current | 0µA |
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| Performance | 12 channels
-159 dBm tracking sensitivity
-145 dBm acquisition sensitivity |
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| Datum | WGS-84 |
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| Time to First Fix (TTFF) | 40sec typical (with clear view of sky) |
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Argos Certified Transmitter Specifications: (GPS-Argos Configuration only)
| RF Output Impedance | 50 Ohms |
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| Operating Frequency | ARGOS Frequencies
401.6300MHz to 401.6800MHz in 1 kHz Steps
Brazilian SCD-1, Channels C1 to C9
401.6180MHz to 401.6220MHz in 500Hz Steps |
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| Frequency Stability | +/- 0.5 ppm maximum from -30° to +70° C
+/- 2.0 ppm maximum from -40° to -30° C |
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| Initial Frequency Error | +/- 0.5 ppm maximum at +23°, +/- 2° C |
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| Aging | +/- 2.0 ppm maximum after 1 year |
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| RF Power Out | Standard Power Version:
400mW (+26dBm) or 500mW (+27dBm) nominal into 50 Ω (User selectable using TPP programming software)
High Power Version (H):
800 mW (29 dbm) +/-1db nominal into 50 Ω (User selectable using TPP programming software)
Note 1: Transmit current will increase by approximately 10% from the +25° C measurement. Conversely, at -40° C it will decrease by approximately 10% from the +25° C measurement.
Note 2: Transmit current and RF power out are sensitive to VSWR. Both can be degraded significantly if the antenna or antenna coax are of poor quality or not correctly tuned and matched to the ARGOS/Brazilian frequency band 50 ohm RF output impedance.
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| Spurs and Harmonics | <-40dBc minimum, -60dBc typical (Coherent Spurious)
<-50dBc minimum, -60dBc typical (Non-coherent spurious) |
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MK10 µGPSI-22 VHF Transmitter Specifications
| Available Frequency Options | Option 705 140-154 MHz;
Option 707 144-158 MHz;
Option 715 154-171 MHz;
Option 720 160-177 MHz;
Option 740 174-192 MHz;
Option 750 191-210 MHz;
Option 760 210-237 MHz
The MK10 frequency can be programmed in 100Hz steps within a given frequency range. |
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| Frequency Stability | Better than ±3ppm at room temperature;
±5 ppm total tolerance over full temperature range |
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| Operating Temperature | -40° to + 70°C (end user must ensure that the power supply/battery can provide the required peak current and voltage) |
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| Pulse Width | Programmable (10 to 250 msec) |
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| Pulse Period | Programmable (560 to 5000 msec)
3 separate pulse period values selectable:
Period 1 (indicates last GPS fix successful)
Period 2 (indicates last GPS fix unsuccessful)
Mortality period (if no motion for selected time) |
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| Available Sensors | Mortality Sensor (parameters are user programmable) |
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| Transmitter Timing | Programmable seasons and duty cycles. |
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| Power Output | Programmable Low/Medium/High power.
Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) varies, depending on packaging, antenna configuration, and immediate environmental conditions.
* California Users: This transmitter meets the California requirement of EIRP < 0.0009W for all configurations. |
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| Emission Designator | 2k00P0N |
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| Harmonic Suppression | Better than 30dB (>40 dB typical) |
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| Spurious Emissions | <-35 dBc at 10kHz offset from carrier |
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| Power Supply | 2.5-5.5 Vdc |
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| Peak Transmit Current | 19mA/25mA/34mA (Low/Med/Hi) |
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| Quiescent Current | <10uA between VHF pulses |
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| Frequency | Aging: <1ppm/yr
Shock: <1ppm 3000g x 0.3ms x ½ sine x 3 dir |
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| VSWR | RF output stable to 10:1 VSWR, all phases
Radiated harmonic levels are degraded with poor load VSWR.
Spurious emission specification maintained for >10:1 VSWR |
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| Programming | Transmitter parameters programmable via antenna "1-pin" interface and Telonics TPP PC software. |
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Packaging/Housing Specifications
| Hermetic Metal Canisters | Electronics are sealed in hermetic metal canisters containing the electronics, batteries, and all interconnects. Glass to metal feed-thru technology is used to exit antennas and power. This packing is hermetic and can be tested utilizing a helium leak bomb test for hermeticity to assure < 1 part in 106 atmospheric CC per second. |
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GPS Antenna Specifications
| Collared Mounted GPS Antenna | In collar mounted wildlife configurations The GPS antenna is designed to be mounted on the dorsal surface of the neck. The GPS antenna is installed in a high impact nonconductive plastic housing. The form of the housing presents sloping sides so that it will be impervious to chewing and gnawing as is possible. A highly armored antenna cable connects the GPS antenna to the instrument package. |
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Collar Specifications
| Collared Designs | Collar designs are species specific. |
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Telonics Inc. ships all systems containing lithium batteries in accordance with the US Department of Transportation rules for hazardous materials set forth in 49CFR and the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
Shipping dangerous goods can be complicated and confusing, consult a dangerous goods specialist if needed. The general requirements for shipping lithium batteries according to 49CFR are located in Part 173, Subpart 173.185 in the link below.
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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
Telonics warrants its GPS/Argos and Argos only products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date acquired. Telonics does not warrant batteries.
If a defect occurs, return the equipment to us within the proper time frame at the following address: TELONICS, 932 E. IMPALA AVENUE, MESA AZ USA 85204-6699. The customer shall arrange for and pay all shipping, insurance and related charges incurred in the shipment to and from Telonics under this warranty. Damage to any equipment resulting from misuse, accidents, unauthorized service, extreme conditions, or other causes, is excluded from this warranty. Telonics does not assume responsibility for loss or damage to equipment during shipment. Telonics does not assume responsibility for delays resulting from shipment on commercial or private carriers. We insure all equipment shipped from our facility and suggest that shipments to Telonics also be insured.
Upon the timely return to our facility, if defective, the product will be replaced or repaired at our discretion at no cost to the customer. This remedy is the exclusive remedy. This product is supplied without any further warranties or conditions, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability, quality or fitness for particular reason or those arising by laws, statutes or trade usage or course of dealing.
The entire risk, as to the results and performance of the product, is assumed by the customer. Neither Telonics, nor its suppliers, shall have any liability to the customer or any other person or entity for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage whatsoever, regardless whether Telonics has been told of the possibility of such damages or that such damages might be foreseeable. Telonics has no responsibility or liability for the claims of any third party. The maximum aggregate to the customer, of Telonics and its suppliers, shall not exceed the amount paid by the customer for the product.
Warranty: VHF - Show
The VHF Transmitting Subsystem includes the following main components: internal digital and radio frequency electronics comprising the transmitter, power supply (battery), exterior packaging, transmitting antenna and attachment. A refurbished Subsystem is warranted as if the Subsystem was purchased new, unless otherwise stated.
Telonics warranties only the following with respect to the Subsystem:
1.1 The internal electronics (excluding batteries) are warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and to perform to the operational specifications over the specified operating temperature range as published by Telonics for the rated operational life of the Subsystem (as recorded on the final test data sheet accompanying the unit), up to a maximum of three (3) years from the date of initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
1.2 The exterior packaging integrity of hermetically sealed subsystems are warranted for the full operational life of the Subsystem, up to a maximum of three (3) years from the date of initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
1.3 The exterior packaging integrity of polymerically sealed subsystems are warranted for the operational life of the Subsystem, up to a maximum of one (1) year from the date of initial shipment of the Subsystem by Telonics.
Limitations:
Although each Subsystem is supplied with a power supply in the form of a battery, Telonics does not manufacture batteries (electrochemical cells), and therefore cannot warranty the battery lifespan, mechanical integrity or other battery performance issues. However, Telonics conducts extensive testing of all types of electro-chemical subsystems to determine suitability to the application. Once an electrochemical system is chosen for a configuration, testing procedures are employed at Telonics to evaluate every individual battery that is installed in each transmitting subsystem. Even using these advanced testing procedures it is not possible to determine a specific battery's lifespan or mechanical integrity.
Telonics conducts tests to assure that each unit is transmitting at the power level selected by the user. Actual range performance is a system characteristic dependent upon numerous conditions including receiver sensitivity and noise figure, receiving antenna tuning and pattern, transmitter antenna integrity, line of sight conditions in the field, and vegetation and habitat conditions and other factors specific to individual study sites. Therefore it is not possible to warranty a minimum range that will be achieved for units deployed in the field.
"Packaging integrity" as applicable to 1.2 and 1.3 above, is limited to normal wear as encountered on the animal.
It is the purchaser's obligation to make certain that it orders the correct size and type of Subsystem for the particular type and size of animal that the Subsystem will be applied to, and no warranty is expressed or implied for any failure to meet operational specifications due in whole or in part to use of an incorrect size or type of Subsystem.
No warranty is expressed or implied with regard to abnormal events or damage due to human actions such as gunshot damage, vehicle encounters, etc. Further, no warranty is expressed or implied with regard to damage resulting from misuse, accidents, unauthorized service, extreme conditions, or other causes not specifically enumerated herein.
The entire risk, as to the results and performance of the Subsystem, is assumed by the customer. Neither Telonics, nor its suppliers, shall have any liability to the customer or any other person or entity for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damage whatsoever, regardless whether Telonics has been told of the possibility of such damages or that such damages might be foreseeable. Telonics has no responsibility or liability for the claims of any third party. Telonics' and its suppliers' maximum aggregate liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the customer for the Subsystem.
Exercising the Warranty
If a defect occurs, return the Subsystem to Telonics within the applicable time frame noted above at the following address: TELONICS, 932 E. IMPALA AVENUE, MESA AZ USA 85204-6699. Telonics does not assume responsibility for loss or damage to equipment during shipment. Telonics does not assume responsibility for delays resulting from shipment on commercial or private carriers. We insure all equipment shipped from our facility and suggest that shipments to Telonics also be insured. Customer shall arrange for and pay all shipping, insurance and related charges incurred in the shipment of Subsystems to and from Telonics under this warranty.
Upon the timely return to our facility within the applicable time frame noted above, if the exterior packaging integrity and/or internal electronics (excluding batteries) are defective, the Subsystem will be replaced or repaired, at Telonics' sole discretion, at no cost to the customer, other than shipping charges. This remedy is the exclusive remedy. This product is supplied without any further warranties or conditions, expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability, quality or fitness for particular reason or those arising by laws, statutes or trade usage or course of dealing.
The above warranty extends only to the original purchaser and does not cover any Subsystem which is resold or otherwise transferred from the original purchaser to another party. The warranty will be extended to customers who purchase the Subsystem directly from a Telonics-authorized distributor.
