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IF YOUR BUSINESS DEPENDS
ON PRECISE NAVIGATION
AND POSITIONING THEN YOU
NEED THE BEST POSITIONING
SERVICE AVAILABLE
As one of the early innovators
in the field of precise positioning,
we aim to be the market leader in
precise navigation and positioning
solutions, through the innovative
application of technology,
continuous product development
and operational excellence.
To achieve this, we are focused
on our people, our products,
our service and investing in
developing future technologies.
Most of all, we are focused
on our clients to whom we aim
to be not just a supplier, but
a partner for positioning.
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LD6 INTEGRATED MOBILE UNIT
PRODUCTS
LD3 INTEGRATED MOBILE UNIT
LD6 INTEGRATED MOBILE UNIT
The LD6 is a comprehensive
and powerful integrated
single mobile unit that can be
configured to accommodate
a range of VERIPOS solutions.
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LD6 INTEGRATED MOBILE UNIT
As a fully integrated mobile unit, the LD6
can receive VERIPOS services through
the L-band demodulator. The LD6 can be
configured with single or dual frequency
GNSS receivers, as well as optional
reception modules, to receive corrections
from VERIPOS HF service, MF beacon
service and UHF correction sources. All
information is available for output to external
equipment and software for processing.
The LD6 is suitable for a wide range of
applications including hydrographic/offshore
surveying, dredging, offshore construction,
seismic exploration and dynamic positioning.
The modular design increases flexibility
and simplifies the integration of new
OEM hardware, allowing the LD6 to be
upgraded offshore.
A colour touch-screen interface makes
set-up quick and easy, from configuration
through to monitoring. The LD6 can track
all signals from the GPS and GLONASS
satellite constellations. It can also receive
augmentation data using the latestgeneration VERIPOS L-band hardware.
A powerful onboard processor has the
ability to run VERIPOS positioning
algorithms and applications.
A monitor can be attached to the LD6
for a more detailed graphical display
of positioning QC. A solid-state hard
disk provides raw data storage for post
processing and support.
Fourteen galvanic isolated serial ports
can be configured for either EIA232 or
EIA422 output. Data is also available
through dual independent ethernet ports
to allow operation on a LAN.
Technical specifications
Physical characteristics
Receiver size:
Weight:
Display:
Operating temp:
Storage temp:
Input voltage:
Power consumption:
2U rack mountable x 46cm depth
less than 10kg
8.89cm colour VGA touch-screen LCD display
-15 to +55 degrees Celsius*
-20 to +70 degrees Celsius
100v to 240v AC or 12v to 24v DC
less than 65W
Onboard ETX Express PC
1.6 GHz ATOM processor
1GB SDRAM, upgradeable to 2GB
32GB solid-state hard drive
Windows Embedded XP operating system
Data ports and interfaces
6 USB Ports – Type-A connector (USB 2.0)
Dual independent Ethernet ports
14 EIA 232 / 422 galvanic isolated ports
with RJ45 Connection
VGA monitor port for external monitor
Audio line output (max 17.5dBu)
1PPS and Event marker
(GNSS card must be installed)
VERIPOS L-band demodulator
Frequency input 1525 to 1559 MHz input
Data rates 600, 1200, 2400 and 4800 baud
Regulatory and Environmental
CE Marking Directive 93/68/EEC
FCC Part 15 [14] Class B
Marine Equipment Directive,
EN60945:2002 (Protected Equipment)
EU RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC
EU WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC
Optional cards
GNSS receivers supported
Septentrio AsteRx2 family
Topcon 112T, 160T and G3-160T
Minimum 70 channel
L1 GPS C/A code
L1 / L2 / L2C Carrier Phase
GLONASS L1 / L2 Carrier Phase
SBAS
HF / MF receiver
Magellan 3011 HF / MF receiver
Dual channel receiver for reception of
either VERIPOS proprietary HF service
or MF Beacon services (e.g. IALA)
Hemisphere SBX-4 MF receiver
Dual channel receiver for reception
of MF Beacon services (e.g. IALA)
UHF receiver
Pacific Crest UHF receiver
Frequency 390 to 430 MHz and
430 to 470 MHz options available
* Although the test conditions for the LD6 provide for a maximum operating temperature of 55 degrees
Celsius, continuous operation of all electronic components should, if possible, take place at ambient
temperatures of only 25 degrees Celsius. This is a prerequisite for long life and low service costs.
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LD3 INTEGRATED MOBILE UNIT
Advanced yet robust, and easy to
install and operate, the VERIPOS
LD3 is an outstandingly effective
and flexible unit.
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LD3 INTEGRATED MOBILE UNIT
The LD3 is available in a number of
configurations, from basic satellite
demodulator to fully integrated mobile
positioning unit with demodulator and
multi-frequency GNSS receiver. The unit
is completely modular and can easily be
upgraded to different configurations.
The LD3 can be used to generate VERIPOS
proprietary position solutions – from metre
to decimetre accuracy – depending on the
chosen service. It can also be used as a
sensor to output received data and GNSS
measurements to external processing or
quality control software, such as VERIPOS
Verify QC.
In addition to calculating position, the LD3
can output all received data in standard
formats such as RTCM. Installation and
set up is quick and easy – and operation
is simple – with a bank of LEDs indicating
overall operating status.
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The LD3 can be used with both VERIPOS
high and low-power satellite transmissions.
With high-power services, a compact,
high-gain, omni-direction antenna is
required. For low-power operation, a
stabilised dish antenna, such as that used
for communicating via Inmarsat, is needed.
In this case, a special interfacing kit
is available.
VERIPOS LD3 ensures reliable reception
of VERIPOS services and produces
superior positioning from metre to
decimetre level accuracy.
Technical specifications
Physical characteristics
Receiver size:
Aluminium housing 65mm(H) x 110mm(W) x 185mm(D)
Weight:
1kg
Operating temp:
-15 to 55 degrees Celsius
Storage temp:
-20 to 70 degrees Celsius
Input voltage:
10 to 36V DC
Consumption:3W (without GPS card) / 5W (with GPS card)
Environmental:IP67
L-band Demodulator
Antenna Input:
Connector:
GNSS Options:
1525 to 1559 MHz
TNC
Ashtech DG14 and 16 L1 GPS
MF Options:
Septentrio AsteRx2 Family
L1 GPS (+GLONASS)
L1 / L2 GPS (+GLONASS)
MF Beacon available with DG16
Interfaces
Power & Data: DC Input
NMEA out (GPS option)
RTCM out
Message out RTCM in (ext DGPS input)
Connector:
Amphenol 7-way male
Control:
GPS in (option)
GPS out (option)
OEM in OEM out Connector:
Amphenol 7-way female
Antenna:
Various antenna options available depending on application
Certifications:
Certified to IEC60945-2002
RS232
RS232
RS232
RS232
RS232
RS232
RS232
RS232
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ULTRA
STANDARD PLUS
STANDARD
GLONASS
SERVICES
APEX
OVERVIEW OF THE NETWORK
Reference station network
All VERIPOS reference stations are
selected to provide optimum differential
GNSS coverage in offshore operational
areas. A minimum of two stations is
always available to users, which enhances
positioning redundancy and accuracy.
The network also provides the raw data
needed to derive orbit and clock corrections
for the GNSS constellations.
All VERIPOS GNSS reference stations are
housed in secure locations equipped with
dual redundant systems and back-up power.
Diverse communications are also employed
at the reference stations, with a minimum of
two separate communication links for each
site. Stations are controlled from the fully
redundant Network Control Centres (NCCs)
with a 24-hour response system available at
each reference site.
VERIPOS operates, maintains and controls its
own network of GNSS reference stations and
the associated infrastructure to ensure maximum
operational reliability of its augmentation services
for precise positioning and navigation offshore.
This gives VERIPOS full control and the ability
to respond rapidly to changes in technology.
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Network Control Centres –
Aberdeen & Singapore
The NCCs are located in secure, purposedesigned areas in the VERIPOS offices in
Aberdeen and Singapore. The Aberdeen
NCC is manned 24 hours a day, 365 days a
year, with a tiered escalation callout system.
The Singapore NCC is a full mirror of the
Aberdeen installation and can be controlled
remotely from any location.
Both NCCs receive, process and quality
control the GNSS data from all the reference
stations. This data is passed for uplink to the
VERIPOS broadcast satellites via Land Earth
Stations (LESs). The NCCs also receive and
monitor the data broadcast to the users to
ensure data integrity and reliability.
Service distribution
Operating on seven independent global
satellites ensures clients have access to
a minimum of two sources of VERIPOS
augmentation services at any global offshore
location. LESs for each satellite are chosen
to ensure that no geographic region has
beams uplinked from the same LES.
Both NCCs feed primary and secondary
data streams to the LES via duplicate,
physically diverse communication lines.
If a problem arises, these data streams are
fed into hierarchical switching systems that
allow automatic changeover at the LES.
As a further layer of redundancy,
VERIPOS can also provide services to
users via the Internet, as either a hardware
or software solution, employing industrystandard implementation.
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APEX
Technical specifications
The VERIPOS Apex service is the latest,
global, high-accuracy GNSS positioning service
designed to meet all offshore positioning and
navigation applications. Apex is complementary
to the VERIPOS Ultra service and provides
decimetre level accuracy. Each service
operates independently.
Apex horizontal accuracy
Process type:
Precise Point Positioning
Orbit and clock corrections:
VERIPOS
Observations used:
L1 / L2 carrier phase
Apex vertical accuracy
Apex uses Precise Point Positioning
(PPP) – an absolute positioning technique
which corrects or models all GNSS error
sources, i.e. GPS satellite orbit and clocks,
tropospheric, ionospheric and multipath
errors. The PPP technique consists of a
single set of ‘globally applicable’ corrections
to the satellite orbits and clocks, so position
accuracy is maintained regardless of
user location.
VERIPOS operates its own orbit and clock
determination system (OCDS) which derives
real-time corrections for all satellites in
the GPS constellation using proprietary
algorithms. The OCDS uses data from the
VERIPOS reference station network with
multiple and redundant OCDS systems
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HP satellites:
Inmarsat 25E, 98W, 109E, AORE,
AORW, IOR
running in VERIPOS-operated Network
Control Centres in Aberdeen and Singapore.
These stations are independent from the
reference stations used by JPL to derive the
orbit and clock corrections used by Ultra.
Apex is broadcast alongside Ultra via seven
geostationary communications satellites to
ensure availability and service redundancy.
The Apex service is available using LD2,
LD3 or LD6 hardware and through
Verify QC and VERIPOS DP visualisation
software applications.
Availability:
Worldwide
LP satellites:
Inmarsat POR
Data format:
Proprietary
Above: horizontal and vertical position errors
in VERIPOS Apex solution at a monitor site
in Aberdeen.
The 2DRMS (95%) of the VERIPOS Apex solution
above is 0.11m horizontal and 0.16m vertical.
Typical correction update rate:
30 seconds
Typical latency:
2 seconds
Normal horizontal accuracy:
10cm (95%)
Normal vertical accuracy:
20cm (95%)
Co-ordinate reference frame:
ITRF05
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ULTRA
Technical specifications
The VERIPOS Ultra service is a precise
positioning service designed to deliver
decimetre level position accuracy, globally.
The service is based around Precise Point
Positioning (PPP) – a technique where all
GPS system errors are removed or minimised
by direct calculation, precise modelling
or estimation.
PPP consists of a single set of corrections
to the GPS satellite orbits and clocks,
allowing position accuracy to be maintained
regardless of user location. Measurement
precision is achieved by using both L1 and
L2 carrier phase observations, along with
C/A and P-Code measurements.
To carry out this absolute positioning
technique, orbit and clock corrections
derived from the JPL network of stations are
broadcast for every GPS satellite to allow the
removal of satellite-based error components.
The use of dual-frequency GPS hardware
at the user end allows the calculation and
removal of local ionospheric errors, while
tropospheric delays are estimated within
the calculation. Other sources of error,
including ocean loading, earth tides and
phase windup are also modelled.
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To obtain the high-accuracy solution,
multipath and GPS receiver noise errors
are minimised through use of carrier phase
observables, which are precise to the
millimetre level.
VERIPOS Ultra provides a truly global,
seamless, high-accuracy position, which is
robust and effective in all locations, including
areas of ionospheric disturbance.
Process type:
Precise Point Positioning
Orbit and clock corrections:
JPL
Observations used:
L1 / L2 carrier phase
Availability:
Worldwide
HP satellites:
Inmarsat 25E, 98W, 109E, AORE,
AORW, IOR
Above: horizontal and vertical position errors
in VERIPOS Standard and Ultra solutions at a
monitor site in Singapore.
The reference station used in the Standard
solution was located 322km distant at Kemaman.
The 2DRMS (95%) of the VERIPOS Ultra solution
above is 0.05m horizontal and 0.29m vertical,
while for the VERIPOS Standard solution above
the performance is 0.56m horizontal and 1.41m
vertical, respectively.
LP satellites:
Inmarsat POR
Data format:
Proprietary
Typical correction update rate:
30 seconds
Typical latency:
2 seconds
Normal horizontal accuracy:
10cm (95%)
Normal vertical accuracy:
20cm (95%)
Co-ordinate reference frame:
ITRF05
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STANDARD PLUS
Technical specifications
VERIPOS Standard Plus is a dual
frequency service designed to help
mitigate the effects of heightened
ionospheric activity along the
geomagnetic equator.
Process type:
Single difference (DGPS)
Typical Type 1 correction update rate:
15 seconds
Observations used:
C/A & P code, L1 & L2 carrier phase
Typical Type 1 latency:
4 seconds
Availability:
Around the geomagnetic equator
Typical Type 1 average age of
correction:
<10 seconds
HP satellites:
Inmarsat 25E, 98W, 109E, AORE,
AORW, IOR
LP satellites:
Inmarsat POR
The ionospheric activity can have a
detrimental effect on the positioning
performance of VERIPOS Standard
due to inaccuracies of the broadcast
ionospheric model.
Using observations on both L1 and L2
frequencies allows the mitigation of the
position errors by calculating, instead of
modelling, the ionospheric delays in each
satellite signal, and thereafter removing its
effects. In addition to the normal pseudorange corrections transmitted in the
Standard service, measured ionospheric
delay information for each satellite at
each reference station is also broadcast.
There are two symptoms of ionospheric
activity on DGPS. Firstly, position errors
caused by failure of the differential process
to cancel the effects of ionospheric delays.
Secondly, scintillation – which causes rapid
fluctuations in the phase and amplitude of
the satellite signal as it passes through
the ionosphere.
This information, which is available in RTCM
format, is combined with locally measured
values to give a position, free from the
effects of the ionosphere. As the ionosphere
is changing relatively slowly, a fast update
rate for the corrections is not required.
Data format:
RTCM SC104
Message types:
1, 3, 15 & 16
Typical Type 15 correction update
rate:
<120 seconds
Normal accuracy:
Up to 2000km: 1m (95%)
Ref station co-ordinate frame:
ITRF05
Right: Horizontal position error in
VERIPOS Standard and Standard
Plus solutions at a monitor site in
Malongo. The reference station
was located 1265km distant at
Port Harcourt.
The de-correlating effect of the
ionosphere, which can be clearly
seen in the single-frequency
Standard solution, has been fully
compensated in the Standard
Plus solution.
The 2DRMS (95%) of the VERIPOS
Standard solution above is 6.14m
horizontal, while for the VERIPOS
Standard Plus solution the
performance is 0.98m horizontal.
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STANDARD
VERIPOS Standard is a GPS
augmentation service designed for
users who need reliable, accurate
position with a high level of integrity.
Technical specifications
Based on L1 carrier and C/A code
observations, VERIPOS Standard provides
metre-level position accuracy by calculating
pseudo-range corrections using a single
difference technique. Correction data is
delivered by both high and low power
satellite broadcasts, seamlessly, worldwide.
At the heart of the system are the reference
stations, which are the source of the GPS
measurement data. Reference stations are
located to ensure maximum coverage and
redundancy throughout the key areas of
offshore activity.
VERIPOS Standard can be used with any
RTCM-compatible GPS receiver. To ensure
consistent global performance, the latest
techniques are used to make certain that
station antennas are coordinated to an
absolute accuracy at the centimetre level.
Augmentation data is produced at two,
fully redundant Network Control Centres
(NCCs), both capable of managing 100%
system operation.
The main NCC is manned around the clock
and contains the global VERIPOS Helpdesk,
which monitors service availability and
performance, and provides clients with
support and information at any time.
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Process type:
Single difference (DGPS)
Observations used:
C/A code & L1 carrier phase
Availability:
Worldwide
HP satellites:
Inmarsat 25E, 98W, 109E, AORE,
AORW, IOR
LP satellites:
Inmarsat POR
Data format:
RTCM SC104
Message types:
1, 3 & 16
Typical correction update rate:
15 seconds
Typical latency:
4 seconds
Typical average age of correction:
10 seconds
Normal accuracy:
Up to 2000km: <2m (95%)
Ref station co-ordinate frame:
ITRF05
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GLONASS
Technical specifications
VERIPOS Standard GLONASS is an extension
of the VERIPOS Standard service designed to
increase the availability of GNSS observations
during periods of local masking, ionospheric
scintillation or general poor GPS geometry.
Process type:
Single difference (DGLONASS)
Observations used:
C/A code & L1 carrier phase
Availability:
Worldwide on demand
HP satellites:
Inmarsat 25E, 98W, 109E, AORE,
AORW, IOR
Although VERIPOS Standard GLONASS
can be used as a stand-alone solution
where satellite availability permits, it is
primarily designed to augment the VERIPOS
Standard DGPS solution.
Operating in a similar manner to VERIPOS
Standard, pseudo-range corrections are
derived using the equivalent C/A code
and carrier phase measurements for all
GLONASS satellites in view. These are then
broadcast over multiple high and low power
delivery satellites. Corrections, which are
encoded in standard RTCM format, can
be used directly with compatible GNSS
equipment, or alternatively, with external
processing software, such as VERIPOS
Verify QC.
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Position accuracy of the combined
solution is at the metre level and is similar
to normal VERIPOS Standard. However,
the main feature of this service is the ability
to integrate GLONASS, an independent
GNSS system, with GPS to significantly
increase observation redundancy and
provide more robust positioning.
Corrections for the VERIPOS Standard
GLONASS service can be received using
any VERIPOS demodulator capable of
receiving the VERIPOS Standard service.
LP satellites:
Inmarsat POR
Data format:
RTCM SC104
Message types:
31, 32
Typical correction update rate:
15 seconds
Typical latency:
4 seconds
Normal accuracy:
Up to 2000km from station in
conjunction with GPS: <2m (95%)
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VERIFY QC
VERIFY QC TIDES
SOFTWARE
VERIFY DPX
VERIFY QC
Verify QC is a suite of processing software
designed for the professional positioning
user. It delivers real-time position and quality
control information with full calculation
configuration and performance monitoring.
The software can be configured to the
user’s operational needs, and supports all
VERIPOS data augmentation services and
a wide range of GNSS receivers.
Verify QC is designed to be modular and
expandable while ensuring user flexibility.
The interface is intuitive and simple to
operate and use. Verify QC captures
both GNSS observation and received
augmentation data, and supports GPS
Technical specifications
and GPS+GLONASS multi-reference station
and single station calculations.
The software can receive and output data
using serial and TCP/IP communication
ports, as well as to data files. Verify QC
operates in real-time and retains full
functionality in post-processing mode.
Raw and computed data can be logged
for analysis and replay.
Verify QC provides users with a window into
the complete position derivation process.
Any number of calculation permutations can
be configured, with complete visibility of all
parameters and aspects of quality control.
An unlimited number of outputs can be
defined through serial ports, TCP/IP
ports or data files. Verify QC supports
the following outputs:
NMEA (including GGA, GLL,
GST and ZDA)
WesternGeco Trinav v3 format
GPS Hardware
Verify QC supports the following
GNSS receiver hardware:
Single Frequency GPS (L1)
– Astech / Magellan DG14 / 16
Alstom DP GGA Message
–Topcon Euro-112T / Euro-160T /
G3-160 / Legacy-E
VERIPOS UKOOA format
(Spectra compatible)
– Javad GD
RINEX v2.10
GNSS data in “ReceiverServer” format
– CSL ViGPS (P2 / 94)
– Real-time Tides
– Trimble 4000 DS
Dual Frequency GPS (L1 / L2)
– Septentrio AsteRx2 / 2e
– Ashtech/Magellan Z-Family
Minimum PC Hardware Requirements
Pentium IV processor with 256MB RAM
– Topcon Euro-112T / Euro-160T /
G3-160 / Legacy-E
20GB available hard disk space
– Javad GGD
Windows XP operating system
– Trimble MS750
A minimum of 3 communications
ports (6+ recommended, including
DigiBoard™ ports)
– Trimble 4000 SSE / SSi
Keyboard & mouse
– NovAtel OEM4-G2
– NovAtel OEMV
Dual Frequency GPS & GLONASS
(L1 / L2)
– Septentrio AsteRx2/2e
– Topcon Euro-112T / Euro-160T /
G3-160 / Legacy-E
– Javad GGD
– NovAtel OEM4-G2
– NovAtel OEMV
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VERIFY QC TIDES
Verify QC Tides is a real-time tidal estimation
module within the Verify QC software suite
and has many advantages over conventional
methods, such as tide gauges or tidal
prediction software.
The module uses highly stable, accurate
positions from the VERIPOS Ultra or Apex
positioning service in conjunction with
proprietary processing techniques. Since
the services provide real-time decimetre
level accuracies, it is possible to use these
positions to detect height variations relative
to a vertical reference offshore. Heights are
typically determined to an accuracy
of 10-15cm.
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Verify QC Tides provides two real-time tide
observations. The first method estimates
a Geoid tide relative to a model, either
EGM96 or EGM2008, which is a global
approximation of Mean Sea Surface (MSS).
The second method derives MSS using a
Verify QC Tides filter and then estimates the
tide relative to this surface. This observation,
called Verify QC Tides, is independent of
uncertainties in the Geoid model.
The Verify QC Tides observation is more
accurate since its vertical reference (MSS)
is accurate to the cm level. The Verify QC
Tides estimates provide the real-time total
variation from a vertical reference (MSS
for Verify QC Tides or EGM model for
Geoid Tide).
To achieve this, the real-time tide
estimation process has to manage height
variations caused by vessel motion and
by inaccuracies in the GNSS position
calculation process. Information and results
are presented using numerical and graphical
displays within the Verify QC software.
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VERIFY DPX
Verify DPx is a visualisation software package
tailored for the Dynamic Positioning (DP)
user. It is designed for use with VERIPOS
LD3 hardware and operates on an external
touch-screen panel PC.
Graphic displays are simple and informative,
with an at-a-glance traffic light status
system. Users have quick access to
positioning status information, along with
warnings and alarms, which can be used to
troubleshoot problems. Different screens are
used to display information, which can be
used in ‘static’ or ‘scroll’ mode. This allows
information to be displayed without over
complicating the screen layout.
Verify DPx provides configuration control
over the LD3 hardware, so reference
stations or satellite beams can be selected
or de-selected. The software also features
a 48-hour continuous rolling log which
automatically records all raw data. This
can then be used by VERIPOS support
engineers to analyse any positioning issues.
Positional computations are carried out
onboard the LD3 hardware which outputs
the position directly to the DP system.
This ensures the DP position feed remains
independent from the panel PC, providing
a robust solution.
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Key features
Views available
Easy-to-use touch-screen controls
System Status – a traffic light warning
system, available on all views, continuously
provides system status and alarm information.
Map – indicates the current location and
the VERIPOS reference stations available
in the area.
DOP – provides a 12-hour satellite
prediction showing the number of satellites
available and the DOP values. This allows
critical operations to be planned in advance
to ensure satellite availability.
Polar Plot – presents the location of the
GPS satellites in view, along with the status
of the satellites, including health and whether
they are being used.
LD3 hardware configuration
User-selectable static or rolling displays
Augmentation / Differential link status
Map of work area showing reference
stations available and in use
GPS status including real-time
constellation plots
Visualisation of position calculation status
GPS SNR – shows the signal to noise
ratio (SNR) of the GPS satellites which
can be used to identify problems with
satellite tracking.
Heading Plot – optional display which
shows a vessel outline and current heading
of vessel.
Trackplot – displays the position history
for a time period, allowing users to monitor
any drift in position.
Error / event message log
Traffic light warning system
Vessel outline and orientation plot
Audible and visual alarms
48-hour data logging
Day / night displays
Heading sensor input (NMEA format)
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TRAINING SUPPORT
VERIPOS provides a comprehensive
portfolio of dedicated client support
and technical training.
Dedicated client support
First-line support is provided by a manned
Helpdesk which is contactable, 24/7.
The dedicated team of support specialists,
located in all VERIPOS offices, has a wide
spectrum of knowledge ranging from GNSS
expertise to the installation and operation of
all VERIPOS equipment.
Regional operations teams based in
Aberdeen, Houston, Rio das Ostras (Brazil)
and Singapore provide an additional layer
of support that can troubleshoot problems
and, if necessary, arrange visits to vessels.
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The VERIPOS Online Support System
(VOSS) lets users log and track the progress
of issues in real time. VOSS also contains
a Knowledge Base, a FAQ section and a
download section for guides, manuals and
other technical documents.
VERIPOS Online Support System
http://help.veripos.com
Technical training
VERIPOS’ modular approach to training
means courses can be constructed to
meet the clients’ precise needs. VERIPOS
provides training for all levels – from the
marine operator through to the more
advanced survey/seismic user. Topics range
from basic GNSS to more sophisticated
positioning techniques. Courses are also
available on VERIPOS software applications,
hardware and associated equipment.
The courses offer classroom and hands-on
training at VERIPOS training centres in
Aberdeen, Houston, Singapore or Rio das
Ostras (Brazil), and can consider training at
other locations or on vessels in port.
On-site vessel training
On-site vessel familiarisation of VERIPOS
installation and systems can be provided by
installation engineers to help clients become
fully operational as quickly as possible.
Training support
Training support material includes tools
such as e-learning, a dedicated
support portal and access to technical
documentation, such as manuals, bridge
cards and FAQs – a combination which
provides the highest possible support
for both new and experienced trainees.
e-learning
VERIPOS offer interactive e-learning
modules for personnel unable to attend
classroom training. Topics cover GNSS,
operation of VERIPOS hardware and
software applications.
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GLOBAL COVERAGE
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GLOSSARY
NOTES
Commonly used abbreviations & terms
GPS
Global Positioning System
GNSS
Global Navigation Satellite Systems
GLONASS
Russian Global Satellite
Positioning System
NCC
Network Control Centre
DGPS
Differential Global
Positioning System
PPP
Precise Point Positioning
OCDS
Orbit & Clock
Determination System
SBAS
Satellite Based Augmentation
System – WAAS (USA),
EGNOS (Europe), MSAS (Japan)
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LES
Land Earth Station
SV
Satellite Vehicle
Dual Frequency GPS receivers
Receivers capable of receiving
L1 & L2 GPS transmitted frequencies
from the orbiting GPS satellites.
Required for PPP and Standard Plus
high accuracy services
Dual Beam delivery
Differential correction transmitted
to a given location by two
independent geo-stationary
communication satellites
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USEFUL INFORMATION
HOW TO
CONTACT US
Client helpline:
+44 (0)1224 527104
Online support:
www.veripos.com
Email:
helpdesk@veripos.com
All VERIPOS equipment carries International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Certification
Type approval IEC 60945
Sales or hire of VERIPOS products and services
will be in accord solely with the terms and
conditions contained in the contract between
VERIPOS and the client that is applicable to
the sale or hire.
Information is subject to change without notice.
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Regional Distributors
VERIPOS Ltd (EAME)
Prospect Road
Arnhall Business Park
Westhill, Aberdeenshire
AB32 6FE UK
Norway
T: +44 1224 526 000
E: info@veripos.com
T: +47 4541 4100
E: mail@isurvey.no
www.isurvey.no
VERIPOS Ltd (Americas)
15990 North Barker’s Landing
Suite 200, Houston
Texas 77079, USA
T: +1 281 966 7600
E: info@veripos.com
VERIPOS Ltd (S. America)
Rua do Caldeireiro
s/nº 28890-000
Mar do Norte, Rio das Ostras
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
T: +55 2233216450
E: info@veripos.com
VERIPOS Ltd (AsiaPac)
2E Capital Building
No 39 Tampines Street 92
#02-01, Singapore
528883
T: +65 6785 4396
E: info@veripos.com
iSurvey
Billingstadsletta 25
NO-1396 Billingstad
Norway
Caspian
Geoglobe Ltd
9 M. Mukhtarov Str.
Apt. #5, AZ1001, Baku
Azerbaijan
T: +994 12 497 74 21
E: facit@azeurotel.com
www.geoglobe.az
Middle East
Emphor Fzco
MB06, RA 12
Jebel Ali Free Zone
Dubai, UAE
T: +971 4 8830233
E: emphor@emirates.net.ae
www.emphor.biz
South Africa
Underwater Surveys (Pty) Ltd
Unit 2, Southern Cross Village
Capricorn Boulevard South
Capricorn Park, Muizenberg
7945, South Africa
T: +27 21 709 6000
E: info@underwatersurveys.com
www.underwatersurveys.com
India
EGS Survey Pvt Ltd
#1, Dakshna, Plot No. 2
Sector 11, CBD, Belapur
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
400614, India
T: +91 22 27 57 51 04
E: egsindia@egssurvey.com
www.egssurvey.com
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