Quantum

User Manual

AB-V-MA-00641_RevA10
06 February 2024
Contents
1 Introduction 4
1.1 Scope 5
1.2 Document conventions 6
1.3 Disclaimer 7
2 Installation 8
2.1 PC Minimum Requirements 8
2.2 Software installation procedure 8
3 Settings 12
3.1 System Configuration 12
3.2 Quantum Management 21
3.3 Receiver Management 28
3.4 System Status 54
3.5 Authorisations 56
3.6 Display 61
3.7 Notifications 68
3.8 Screensaver 69
3.9 Close Quantum 72
4 Screen overview 73
4.1 Sidebar 73
4.2 Main Display Screen 76
4.3 Date and time 77
4.4 Menu icon 77
4.5 Display Tabs 77
4.6 Notification Tab 77
4.7 Screensaver 79
5 Display configuration 80
5.1 Tab configuration 80
5.2 User-configurable tile layouts 82
6 Views 86
6.1 Selecting views 86
6.2 Correction View - Descriptions 89
6.3 GNSS Status View - Descriptions 97
6.4 Solutions View - Descriptions 106
6.5 Heading and INS View - Descriptions 110

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6.7 Tides View – Descriptions 121
6.8 System Status View 124
7 Troubleshooting 125
8 Reference information 130
8.1 Tides Formats 130
9 Contact information 133
9.1 Veripos Support details 133
10 Appendix 134
10.1 Veripos PPP station ID’s 134
10.2 Veripos reference stations 134
10.3 MF / IALA beacons 134
10.4 L-band coverage map 135

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1 Introduction
Quantum is the latest visualisation software released by Hexagon | Veripos. It has been specifically
designed to clearly display the most relevant information required for both DP and Survey operations.

Quantum is a quality, position and heading monitoring software package with a configurable graphical
user interface. Displays can be customised to match the end user requirements and preferences. Views
available range from high level, appropriate for standard operations, to detailed views for specific
operating scenarios or troubleshooting. Users not requiring a custom configuration can select from
predefined default page layouts.

This manual will focus on Quantum PC use, in conjunction with the LD8 and LD900 Veripos receivers:

Quantum software layout example

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1.1 Scope
This manual covers the following aspects of Quantum for Microsoft Windows 7 and Windows 10:

• Installation

• Interfacing to compatible Veripos receivers

• Software configuration

• Operational procedures

• Receiver configuration

1.1.1 Contents

Chapter Contents
Specifies the purpose of this manual, provides an overview of the Quantum
Introduction
software and explains the document conventions used.
Describes the software installation process, minimum PC specifications and
Installation
Veripos receiver compatibility.
Settings Describes the Quantum settings menu in detail.
Screen overview Describes the Quantum screen layout in detail.
Explains the configurable display options such as adding and removing
Display Configuration
display tabs and configuring display tiles.
Views Describes all available view options in detail.
Troubleshooting Provides basic fault-finding advice and examples of possible error states.
Reference information Provides technical specifications.
Contact information Contains contact information for the Veripos Helpdesk.
Appendix Provides additional supplementary material.

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1.2 Document conventions

1.2.1 Typographical conventions

Italic or bold text is used to emphasize certain information. Italic is also used in cross-references to other
parts of the document and to other documents.

Bold text is also used for indicators and touch screen “push-buttons” commands.

Blue text is used for hyperlinking to other sections within this document or to external documents or
websites.

Bold italic text is used when display screens are mentioned in text.

Monospace text is used for input/output strings to/from the device.

1.2.2 Special Notices

WARNING
A warning indicates the risk of bodily harm or serious damage to the
hardware.

CAUTION
A caution indicates the risk of damaging the hardware or adversely
impacting the operation of the system.

NOTE
A note contains important information to help you make better use of the system.

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1.3 Disclaimer
Hexagon Autonomy & Positioning division proprietary data
This document and the information contained herein are the exclusive properties of Veripos Limited, and/or their affiliates within the
Hexagon Autonomy & Positioning division (“Hexagon”).

No part of this document may be reproduced, displayed, distributed, or used in any medium, in connection with any other materials,
or for any purpose without prior written permission from Hexagon. Applications for permission may be directed to
[email protected]. Unauthorized reproduction, display, distribution or use may result in civil as well as criminal sanctions
under the applicable laws. Hexagon aggressively protects and enforces its intellectual property rights to the fullest extent allowed
by law.

This document and the information contained herein are provided AS IS and without any representation or warranty of any kind.
Hexagon disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to any warranties of merchantability, non-
infringement, and fitness for a particular purpose. Nothing herein constitutes a binding obligation on Hexagon.

The information contained herein is subject to change without notice.

© Copyright 2024 Hexagon AB and/or its subsidiaries and affiliates. All rights reserved. A list of entities within the Hexagon
Autonomy & Positioning division is available at https://hexagon.com/company/divisions/autonomy-and-positioning.

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2 Installation
Quantum is available for download from the Veripos support site https://help.veripos.com.

2.1 PC Minimum Requirements

The only operating systems currently supported by Quantum are Windows 7 and Windows 10 (64 bit).

The minimum specifications for running Quantum software are:

Processor: i5 (2nd generation or later) @ 3.2GHz

Memory: 3 GB RAM
Hard disk: 250 GB
Serial ports: Optional for Tides data output and serial gyro input
Ethernet: 10/100 Mbps
Display: 17”, 1280 x 1024 minimum resolution
Peripherals: Mouse & keyboard
Operating system: Windows 7 or 10 (64 bit)

PC hardware with the correct specifications can be supplied by Veriposs to ensure compatibility.

2.2 Software installation procedure

The procedure for installing the Quantum software on a PC is shown below.

NOTE
Uninstall any other previous versions of Quantum that already exist on the PC prior
to installation of the latest version of Quantum.

2.2.1 Installing Quantum on a PC

Double-click the Quantum installer file (version number may differ from the example below):

Quantum installer file

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Running the installation files will launch the setup wizard. Click Next > to proceed with the installation:

Quantum Setup Wizard – Initial page

Please review and if satisfied, agree to the license agreement then click Next >:

‘License Agreement’ page

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Select the folder where you wish the Quantum software to be installed, or simply leave the setting as the
default directory and click Next >:

Installation directory

If desired, tick the Create Quantum Graphics Desktop Icon option, making it simpler to launch the
software by using a desktop icon:

Additional installation options

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Quantum is now ready to install. Click Install to continue:

Ready to Install’ page

A completion confirmation will appear once the installation files are copied to the PC. Select the two
checkboxes based on preference and complete the installation by clicking Finish:

Quantum Setup Wizard – Completion

Quantum can be launched using the desktop shortcut or the Windows Start Menu (Start > All Programs
> Veripos > Quantum > Run Quantum).

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3 Settings
3.1 System Configuration
After launching Quantum on a PC for the first time an initial configuration needs to be created. Steps for
Importing configurations are covered in section Importing configurations. Note only configurations
from version 6 or later should be imported.

3.1.1 Creating a new configuration

Quantum can locally save up to four separate configurations. To create a new configuration, click any of
the four tiles as shown below:

'System Configuration’ page – First time run

3.1.2 Receiver configuration

Specify the Receiver Type and enter the Receiver IP address assigned to the unit. Clicking on any of the
Receiver IP address fields will activate the on-screen keypad:

Once these details have been entered click Next.

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The next page will list the Quantum licensing options currently associated with the active license, or
prompt the user to enter a new license as below:

‘New Configuration Licensing’ page

If a new Quantum licence code is required, contact Veripos Support for assistance. For further
information regarding Quantum licence codes, please refer to section Quantum - Software Licenses.

Once a licence code has been received from support, enter the code and click Next.

3.1.3 Save and launch configuration

Prior to saving, the configuration must be named. It is good practice to create an informative name for a
configuration, such as the vessel name and the date, or the name of a specific project:

‘Config Name’ page

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The configuration can then be saved by selecting either the Save & Launch or Save & Manage options.
Save and Launch will start the configuration. Save and Manage will open the System Configuration
menu, allowing more changes to be made if necessary, before the configuration is launched:

Save configuration options

3.1.4 Dashboard layout – First-time run

Upon starting a configuration, a user will be prompted by the display below, with options to choose either
Load Preset Layout or Start with Blank Layout. Selecting the Load Preset Layout option will launch
a predefined tile layout. Selecting Start with Blank Layout will require manual configuration of tiles:

Dashboard layout option

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3.1.5 System Configuration – After initial setup

Quantum provides both a day mode (default) and night mode. A moon icon located at the top-left of the
screen allows for switching between the two. Note this manual will use night mode for screen examples.

Quantum menu icon and day/night mode toggle

The System Configuration menu can be accessed after the initial setup is complete. To access the
Quantum System Configuration menu, select the menu ( ☰ ) icon located at the top left of the screen.

Select the Settings icon:

Quantum Settings icon

The main Settings page is then shown.

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As shown below, basic system information (configuration name, unit ID, unit type and IP address) will be
displayed within the Settings page:

Settings main page – Quantum DP

Below the system information, the System Configuration menu item can be used to setup and edit
Quantum configurations:

System Configuration menu

Clicking on the above will reveal two Settings sub-sections (Quantum Management and Receiver
Management), as well as display any (active and inactive) configurations. These configurations can then
be Exported, Edited or Launched.

3.1.6 Exporting configurations

Once a configuration has been created, it is possible to export the configuration to file. This feature can
be used for backing-up configurations, which can be imported back into Quantum later if required.

From the System Configuration menu, click Export on the desired configuration:

Export configuration option (LD8)

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Choose a location to save the configuration file (e.g. PC hard drive or external USB storage) then select
Export Configuration to save the configuration:

Save exported Quantum config file

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3.1.7 Importing configurations

To import a Quantum configuration, go to Settings > System Configuration and click Import
Configuration:

Import Configuration option

Browse to the Quantum file which is to be restored and then click Import Configuration:

Import Configuration – Browsing to

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The configuration will then be displayed. To activate the imported configuration, click Start:

Start imported configuration

3.1.8 Deleting configurations

To delete a Quantum configuration, go to Settings > System Configuration and click Delete:

Delete configuration

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A warning message will be displayed. Press OK to delete the configuration:

Delete configuration confirmation

NOTE
Active configurations cannot be deleted.

3.1.9 Editing configurations

To edit a Quantum configuration, go to Settings > System Configuration and click Edit:

Edit configuration

Edit can be used to change configuration parameters, e.g. connection IP address or configuration name.
After editing the configuration, select either to Save & Launch or Save & Manage this configuration.

If editing the active configuration, it is recommended to select the Save & Launch option for new settings
to be applied.

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3.2 Quantum Management

While in the System Configuration menu, clicking on System Configuration will allow access to the
Quantum Management sub-menu:

Clicking Quantum Management provides the ability to configure Quantum Tides and Heading Display.

The Quantum Management - Overview page will show Tides in one of three states:

Configuration carried out and applied

Not yet configured or not active

Not yet licensed, contact Veripos Support to license if required

To configure Tides select

Edit, located at the bottom
right hand corner of the
Quantum Management -
Overview screen:

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Each licensed feature will be separated by tabs, with a highlighted background indicating which menu is
presently selected. Upon clicking ENABLED configuration options will appear for the feature.

Tides & Heading Display menu (LD8 and LD900)

3.2.1 Tides

Enabling Tides

Upon first access Tides will be DISABLED and no options will be present. Toggling DISABLED to
ENABLED will allow for configuration of Tides options. Use Apply to save any changes made.

Tides configuration

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Logging
The path to which Tides logs are being saved will be displayed here. Both Sprint and Tidesinfo files will
be generated in this location. If files are removed from this location the Doodson Tides calculation will be
restarted. Copying of files will not impact the Tides calculation.

Settings > Antenna Height

The Antenna height above the waterline (in metres) can be entered here. When using the Geoid Tide,
this value is required to be updated regularly with vessel draft changes. The antenna height is not used
by MSS Tide

Settings > Averaging Period

The Averaging Period is the interval time with which each tide value is calculated. This sliding scale
allows for the interval in which each tide value is calculated to be specified in minutes, from 1 to 60.

Settings > Geoid Model

The Geoidal Model EGM96 or EGM08 can be selected here. This change will only be applied to Geoid
Tide. This Geoid Model selection is not applicable for any position output.

Output > Output Format

The system can output Tide information in two different formats TIDEINFO or SPRINT, details of these
different formats can be found in the Reference information section.

By default the output format is DISABLED:

Tides output

Output > Output Format > TIDESINFO / SPRINT > Output Rate
Toggling Output Rate to either TIDEINFO or SPRINT will reveal the option to configure Output Rate,
which can be toggled between ON CHANGE and 1HZ. ON CHANGE will only output one epoch at the
end of the averaging period, whereas 1HZ will output an epoch every second with a new timestamp.

Output Rate

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type
The Tides output message can be output from the PC by TCP/IP and Serial. Either option (or both) can
be selected. Choosing either will bring up additional configuration options.

Output Type

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Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > TCP/IP Port
When selecting TCP/IP a port within the range of 9900-9999 should be specified:

TCP/IP Port

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > SERIAL

When selecting the SERIAL output type, several additional options will appear:

Serial Port

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > SERIAL > Serial Port

A sliding scale will allow selection of the desired serial port to output from.

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > SERIAL > Baud Rate

The baud rates available for selection are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200.

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > SERIAL > Stop Bits

The Stop Bits can be set to 1 or 2.

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > SERIAL > Data Bits

The Stop Bits can be set to 7 or 8.

Output > Output Format > TIDEINFO / SPRINT > Output Type > SERIAL > Parity Bits

Parity Bits can be set to NONE, ODD or EVEN.

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Calculation

The option to Restart Tides Calculation is provided by actioning a Tides restart. This will require the
Doodson Tides to build up 39 hours of data prior to this being available. For users of Geoid Tides, after
the first averaging period Tides will be available.

CAUTION
MSS Tides will take 39 hours to initialize after a reset

3.2.2 Heading Display

Upon first access Heading Display will be DISABLED and no options will be present. Toggling
DISABLED to ENABLED will allow for configuration of Heading Display options. Use Apply to save any
changes made.

Heading Display > Source

When toggled to GNSS no further configuration is necessary. Toggling to EXTERNAL will allow for an
external source of heading to be input to Quantum for display purposes, it will also display additional
options as detailed below:

NOTE
When GNSS Heading is the selected source Heading must also be enabled in the
LD8 or LD900 receiver

Heading Display > Offset

Will appear when Heading Output is ENABLED. It can be set to a value between -180° and 180°. This
option allows for an offset to be applied to the calculation. Any offset value entered in here will only
change the heading display and won’t change the heading output.

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Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > TCP/IP

Toggling Input Type to TCP/IP will present additional configuration options:

TCP/IP configuration

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Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > TCP/IP > IP Address

Clicking within any of the fields will bring up the onscreen keyboard, allowing the input of an IP Address

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > TCP/IP > TCP

A TCP/IP port number between 1-9999 should be entered.

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > SERIAL

Toggling Input Type to SERIAL will present additional configuration options as detailed below:

Heading Display - Serial configuration

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > SERIAL > Serial Port

The desired PC Serial port can be selected here.

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > SERIAL > Baud Rate

The baud rates available for selection are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 or 115200.

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > SERIAL > Stop Bits

Either 1 or 2 Stop Bits can be selected.

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > SERIAL > Bit Rate

A bit rate of 7 or 8 can be chosen.

Heading Display > Source > EXTERNAL > Input Type > SERIAL > Parity Bits

NONE, ODD or EVEN Parity Bits can be selected.

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3.3 Receiver Management

Clicking on System Configuration will allow access to the Receiver Management - Overview sub-
menu, which provides an overview of the current receiver configuration. Clicking Edit will display the
configurable options for the receiver.

Clicking Receiver Actions, located at the bottom-left of the Receiver Management page will allow
access to the receiver configurable options and receiver actions. Receiver Actions are detailed in the
next section:

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3.3.1 Receiver Actions

Receiver actions are available, with some differences between the LD8 and the LD900:

• A factory reset can be applied to the LD8.

• The LD8 TCP/IP configuration option is titled Modify Receiver IP while the equivalent LD900 option is
titled Network.

Receiver Actions (LD8) Receiver Actions (LD900)

Factory Reset (LD8)

Applying the factory reset will cause the receiver to revert to factory default settings (except the receiver
IP Address). Ensure any important configuration information is recorded before performing a factory
reset

Reboot

Rebooting the receiver will cause the unit to restart. Any active positioning will be reset and any PPP
solution in use will require re-convergence.

Network / Modify Receiver IP

This will allow for LAN configuration.

Modify Receiver IP > IP Config (LD8) / Network > LAN1 (LD900)

Mode can be set to STATIC only, where the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway IP must be
defined, with DNS a configurable option if required.

Receiver Actions (LD8) Receiver Actions (LD900)

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Network (LD900) > LAN2

The LAN2 network settings are controlled by using the LD900 MMI. The information is displayed for
reference only.

LAN2 configuration

Network (LD900) > WiFi

WiFi options should be left DISABLED as the LD900 presently has no WiFi functionality.

WiFi settings

Modify Receiver IP (LD8)

LD8 IP addresses can be changed using the Modify Receiver IP action. The following warning message
will be displayed:

IP address warning

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CAUTION
Care should be taken when changing the IP address, entering an incorrect
IP address will cause Quantum to stop functioning.

New IP address

Enter a valid IP address and press Apply to activate the changes. Once actioned, Quantum will modify
the IP address stored within the Quantum configuration and reconnect to the LD8.

3.3.2 Receiver Management – Edit

Within the Receiver Management - Edit page component menus are tab separated, with a highlighted
background indicating which menu tab is selected. As shown in the examples below, the tabs available
will depend on authorised features and the product in use:

LD8 & LD900 Receiver Management, with authorised Heading

LD900 Receiver Management, with authorised INS (and) Heading

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3.3.2.1 Position

PPP > GNSS1 Mode / GNSS2 Mode

CAUTION
Care should be taken when changing GNSS# Mode values as this will
restart the PPP calculation. Changing the PPP solution will require time for
convergence and during this time a Standard solution will be output from
the receiver until the PPP solution becomes available.

Veripos offer two PPP solutions, Ultra and Apex, which offer decimetre accuracy, have no baseline
limitations and can be used globally. On LD900 systems the calculation Mode for both the Primary
positioning solution GNSS1 and, where authorised, the Secondary positioning solution GNSS2 can be
set to APEX (default), ULTRA or AUTO. On systems with correction subscriptions that include both Ultra
and Apex, setting Mode to AUTO will prioritise Apex and only change to Ultra if Apex becomes
unavailable.

NOTE
Secondary Postioning is only available for Authorised LD900 systems.
• The activation code is applicable to both primary and secondary solutions.
• The secondary positioning mode does not support APEX Pro.
• The secondary positioning solution NMEA position output is limited 1 Hz and
COM3 and COM4 only (ICOM ports are not available).
• IALA , 3rd Party and RTK corrections are not available for secondary positioning.

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CAUTION
If using only Apex or Ultra corrections users should ensure that the Mode
selected matches the service activated by the Helpdesk.

NMEA Config > NMEA DQI

When using either Apex or Ultra PPP services the NMEA DQI is a value reported within NMEA GGA
messages to indicate a converged PPP solution status. This value can be toggled between either 2 or 5.
When set to 2 and the system has corrections applied to the position, a 2 will be output. When set to 5
and a PPP solution is fully converged the DQI value will be 5.

NMEA Config > NMEA Precision

It is possible to configure the number of decimal places used in the Latitude and Longitude fields output
in the GGA Message. The precision can be set to 5, 6, 7 or 8.

NMEA Config > NMEA Talker

The ability to interface with legacy hardware is provided. The NMEA Talker can be toggled between Auto
and GP.

TRINAV Config > Output Format

The ability to toggle TRINAV Output Format between V3 and V4 is provided.

TRINAV Config > NavPoint Number

The ability to enter a NavPoint Number is provided.

RAIM > RAIM Mode

Receiver autonomous integrity monitoring (RAIM) is a technology developed to assess the integrity of
GNSS signals used by a GNSS receiver. RAIM uses redundant signals and a statistical function to
determine if there are problems with the positioning solution; in simple terms, RAIM acts as an internal
self-check. RAIM is enabled by default.

High Ionospheric activity may cause problems with the RAIM algorithm; only in this scenario and with
consultation and guidance from Veripos Support should users disable RAIM. RAIM should be enabled
once conditions return to normal.

NOTE
The configuration parameters for NMEA Config and RAIM will be applied to both
primary and secondary position solutions.

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3.3.2.2 GNSS

Receiver Management – GNSS (LD900 example)

GNSS Config > Tracking Elevation Mask

The default mask value of 10 degrees prevents GNSS satellites on or below a 10 degrees elevation from
being tracked. Veripos recommends having the tracking elevation mask set to the default value for
optimal performance.

GNSS Config > Signal Tracking

CAUTION
Do not change the default signal tracking unless under the instruction of
Veripos Support.

Quantum provides the ability to toggle specific GNSS constellations or particular constellation signals On
or Off.

PPS Settings > PPS Control

The PPS functionality can be DISABLED and ENABLED.

PPS Settings > PPS Polarity

The PPS Polarity can be switched between POSITIVE and NEGATIVE.

PPS Settings > PPS Pulse Width (ms)

The PPS Pulse width (set in milliseconds) may be changed if required and is configurable within a range
of 1 to 500 milliseconds.

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3.3.2.3 Corrections (LD8)

Receiver Management – Corrections (LD8 example)

RTK > Source

The LD8 can receive RTK corrections in the RTCM v3 format. Enable RTK by selecting AUTO for the
Source.

RTK – Source

VERIPOS > Mode

The Mode determines which L-band beam management options are available. When using Mode
AUTOMATIC, the receiver will track and use data from up to three beams simultaneously, with tracking
determined based on the receiver location and the highest elevation beams. Using Mode AUTOMATIC
mitigates against the impact of a single beam loss. Additionally, selecting the most appropriate beam for
any given location will not be required whilst transiting across multiple regions in this mode. When tuning
to MANUAL, an available Beam can be selected, or a USER-defined beam added.

AUTOMATIC beam selection

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L-band > Mode > MANUAL

Toggling the Beam Types to MANUAL will allow the choice of the Veripospre-configured beams or a
USER-defined beam:

MANUAL beam selection

Switching the Beam option to USER will allow for the input of a USER beam. Do not use unless
instructed to by Veripossupport.

USER beam

NTRIP > Mode

This option allows the user to toggle between having NTRIP DISABLED or ENABLED.

If enabled the LD8 can receive Veripos RTCM corrections via NTRIP. An NTRIP service activation from
Veripos Support is necessary for use. The LD8 must also be connected directly to a network with
external access to obtain the data from the Veripos NTRIP caster.

NTRIP Mode

SBAS > SBAS Control

This option allows the user to switch SBAS correction fallback to DISABLED or AUTOMATIC. When the
option AUTOMATIC is selected, fallback will be available in case of a Veripos solutions failure. When
DISABLED, the solution will revert to uncorrected in case of a Veripos solutions failure. Use of the SBAS
solution will only occur should Veripos solutions be unavailable. Note: SBAS corrections are not
available in all regions, additionally the SBAS service is not under the control of Veripos.

SBAS – SBAS Control

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3.3.2.4 Corrections (LD900)

Receiver Management – Corrections (LD900)

RTK > Source

The LD900 is capable of receiving RTK corrections. Enable RTK by selecting AUTO for the Source.

RTK – Source

VERIPOS > LBAND / GNSS1 Antenna

Upon clicking the LBAND or GNSS1 Antenna settings cog, users can configure inputs for either Mode.
When using the default of Mode AUTOMATIC, the receiver will track and use data from up to three
beams simultaneously, with tracking determined based on the receiver location and the highest elevation
beams. Using Mode AUTOMATIC can mitigate against the impact of a single beam failure or masking.
Selection of the most appropriate beam for any given location will not be required whilst transiting across
multiple regions in this mode.

LD900 LBAND Antenna Mode settings

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Selecting MANUAL will provide additional LBAND beam management options. Anavailable Beam can
be selected, or a USER-defined beam added.

Manual beam selection

The user may select pre-configured Veripos beam frequency or switch to USER.

Switching the Beam option to USER will allow for the input of a USER beam. Do not use unless
instructed to by Veripos support.

User Beam options

NTRIP > Mode

This option allows the user to toggle between having NTRIP DISABLED or ENABLED.

If enabled the LD900 can receive Veripos RTCM corrections via NTRIP. An NTRIP service activation
from Veripos Support is necessary for use. The LD900 must also be connected directly to a network with
external access to obtain the data from the Veripos NTRIP caster.

NTRIP Mode

MF > Source

The MF Source setting can be toggled between ENABLED and DISABLED, defaulting to ENABLED.

NOTE
The MF option will only be available on Quantum if MF is available for the LD900.

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MF > Receiver Mode

Receiver Mode can be set to either AUTOMATIC or MANUAL. AUTOMATIC will cause the MF receiver
to lock onto the highest quality MF signal detected. MANUAL will require an MF station Frequency(kHz)
to be entered, restricted to the range of 283.5 to 325.0 kHz:

SBAS > SBAS Control

This option allows the user to switch SBAS correction fallback to DISABLED or AUTOMATIC. When the
option AUTOMATIC is selected, fallback will be available in case of a Veripos solutions failure. When
DISABLED, the solution will revert to uncorrected in case of a Veripos solutions failure. Use of the SBAS
solution will only occur should Veripos solutions be unavailable.

Note: SBAS correction coverage is not available in all regions. The SBAS service is not under the control
of Veripos.

SBAS – SBAS Control

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3.3.2.5 Heading (LD8)

Heading configuration (LD8)

Heading Output (LD8) > Offset

Will appear all times. It can be set to a value between -180° and 180°. This option allows for an offset to
be applied to the calculation. Any offset value entered in here will be applied to Heading outputs from the
GNSS receiver.

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3.3.2.6 Heading (LD900)

Heading configuration (LD900)

If licensed, the LD900 can be used to compute heading. However, if the applied Quantum license does
not support heading, then Quantum will not display this item. Quantum can also input Heading from an
external source via Serial or TCP/IP.

Heading Output (LD900)

This option toggles whether a heading output is available.

Heading Output (LD900) > Offset

Will appear when Heading Output is ENABLED. It can be set to a value between -180° and 180°. This
option allows for an offset to be applied to the calculation. Any offset value entered in here will be applied
to Heading outputs from the GNSS receiver.

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3.3.2.7 INS (LD900)

INS configuration (LD900)

Where licensed, LD900 and LD900M model receivers interfaced to an appropriate IMU will be capable of
INS.

Enabling INS

Toggling INS to ENABLED will allow for configuration of INS options. Use Apply to save any changes
made.

IMU > Type

The two INS IMUs supported for use within Quantum are the ISA-100C and the μIMU-IC.

IMU > Port

The LD900 COM port which the IMU is being interfaced on (COM1, COM2 or COM3) can be selected
here.

IMU > IMU Installation > Rotational Offset

This field allows the user to enter Rotational Offset X, Y and Z values within a -180.00° to +180.00°
range.

IMU > IMU Installation > IMU to Antenna Offset

This field allows the user to enter Primary (GNSS1) Antenna Translational Offset X, Y and Z values.

IMU > IMU Installation > IMU to User Reference PointThe User Reference Point represents a user-
defined point or location, set separately from the INS and Antenna Reference Points. This reference
point is not inherently part of the system's internal calculations but is rather a user-defined offset or
adjustment applied to the INS-derived position or to align with specific user requirements.

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By specifying X, Y, and Z value adjustments to shift the calculated position users may align the User
Reference Point with external references.

IMU > IMU Installation >Heave Filter Period

The Heave addresses heave motion (vertical movement of vessel in response to waves or other
disturbances) and represents the duration of time which the filter analyses and adjusts for vertical
displacement variations of the vessel. A shorter filter period might provide more frequent updates but
may be susceptible to noise, while a longer filter period may smooth out the data but could introduce a
delay in responding to changes in heave motion.

The time entered in seconds will determine how quickly the INS can adapt to changes in the vertical
motion of the platform while maintaining accuracy and stability.

With an understanding of the trade-offs between responsiveness and noise filtering Users may adjust the
Heave Filter period based on operational scenario requirements.

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3.3.2.8 I/O Serial

I/O Serial configuration (LD900 example)

Serial ports can be configured to output data relating to the active calculation or input of Veripos
correction data from an external source.

COM

Select the COM port that requires setting up. LD900-based installations will also include COM4,
available for AUX port data output only and can additionally include with theuse of a 3-port Aux cable on
DB15 HD connector:

• COM5 supporting output of secondary positioning only, with baud rates between 9600 and 460800.

• COM6 supporting correctional inputs (RTK, IOLAN, UHF) only, with a fixed baud rate of 38400.

COM# > Type

The intended COM communication type will be NONE, OUTPUT or INPUT. When selecting NONE all
input and outputs for that port will cease. When selecting either OUTPUT or INPUT further configuration
options will appear.

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COM# > Type > Output

Selecting OUTPUT will allow for selection of NMEA (GGA, GSA, GSV, GST, VTG, RMC, GLL, GRS,
ZDA, HDT* and PASHR**), UKOOA, TRINAV (V3 or V4 as configured in Position), VERIPOS (Veripos
corrections) and INS** (TSS1, HEAVE, INSPVA, INSSTDEV, SYNCHEAVE and DELAYEDHEAVE)
and OTHERS (BESTPOS, BESTGPSPOS) message data outputs.
*Requires heading to be enabled and licensed.
**Requires INS to be licensed and enabled

Type - Output

COM# > Type > Input

Selecting INPUT will allow for the input of external VERIPOS corrections, RTCMV2 (3rd party DGNSS
RTCM v2 corrections), RTCMV3 (3rd party RTK or DGNSS RTCM v3 corrections), CMR (RTK correction
data), IOLAN (NTRIP serial connections) or NOVATELX (NovAtel format corrections).

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Type – Input (Veripos example)

Baud Rate

A variety of Baud Rates can be specified ranging from 1200 BPS and 460800 BPS. Select an
appropriate rate for the required bandwidth of messages type output:

The baud rates available for selection are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200,
230400 and 460800.

Protocol

The LD900 can input and output RS422 and RS232 protocol on COMs 1-3 and output only on COM4.

Stop Bits

Stop Bits can be set to 1 or 2.

Data Bits

Data Bits can be set to 7 or 8.

Parity Bits

Parity Bits can be set to NONE, ODD or EVEN.

NMEA Output Rate

When selecting NMEA data outputs (number of NMEA outputs within 1 second) rates of 1, 2, 5, 10 and
20 Hz are available. If selecting INS data outputs on LD900 units, rates of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200
Hz are available.

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3.3.2.9 I/O Network

Receiver Management – I/O Network (LD900)

For the LD8, five TCP/IP ports are available, ICOM1 (3001), ICOM2 (3002), ICOM3 (3003), ICOM4
(3004) and ICOM5 (3005).

For the LD900, either seven TCP/IP ports will be available, ICOM1 (3001), ICOM2 (3002), ICOM3
(3003), ICOM4 (3004), ICOM5 (3005), ICOM6 (3006) & ICOM7 (3007), or a MOXA tab will appear (see
next section).

Each port can be configured to output active calculation data.

ICOM# > Type

I/O Network ports can be set to NONE, OUTPUT or INPUT. When selecting NONE all input and outputs
for that port will cease. When selecting OUTPUT or INPUT further configuration options will appear.

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ICOM# > Type > Output

Selecting OUTPUT will allow for selection of NMEA (GGA, GSA, GSV, GST, VTG, RMC, GLL, GRS,
ZDA, HDT* and PASHR**), UKOOA, TRINAV(V3 or V4 as configured in Position), VERIPOS (Veripos
corrections) and INS** (TSS1, HEAVE, INSPVA, INSSTDEV, SYNCHEAVE and DELAYEDHEAVE)
message data outputs.
*Requires heading to be enabled and licensed.
**Requires INS to be licensed and enabled

Type - Output

ICOM# > Type > Input

Selecting INPUT will allow for the input of external VERIPOS corrections, RTCMV2 (3rd party DGNSS
RTCM v2 corrections), RTCMV3 (3rd party RTK or DGNSS RTCM v3 corrections), CMR (RTK correction
data), IOLAN (NTRIP serial connections) or NOVATELX (NovAtel format corrections).

Protocol

The LD900 can output and input TCP and UDP protocol on all I/O Network ports.

End Point Address

Selecting TCP will allow for the entry of an end-point address between 0.0.0.0 and 255.255.255.255

Port

When using either TCP or UDP protocol the port number can be set within a range of 1 – 65535.

NMEA Output Rate

When selecting NMEA data outputs (number of NMEA outputs within 1 second) rates of 1, 2, 5, 10 and
20 Hz are available. If selecting INS data outputs on LD900 units, rates of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200
Hz are available.

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3.3.2.10 MOXA (LD900)

Where required an optional Moxa serial port expansion unit can be used to convert ICOM to serial. If this
has been interfaced, then a MOXA tab will be available within the Receiver Management page.

Select P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6 or P7, depending on which port requires setting up.

NOTE
The settings of P7 will be duplicated to P8.

P# > Type

The intended COM communication type will be either NONE, OUTPUT or INPUT. When selecting NONE
all input and outputs for that port will cease. When selecting either OUTPUT or INPUT further
configuration options will appear.

P# > Type > Output

Selecting OUTPUT will allow for selection of NMEA (GGA, GSA, GSV, GST, VTG, RMC, GLL, GRS,
ZDA, HDT* and PASHR**), UKOOA, TRINAV (V3 or V4 as configured in Position), VERIPOS (Veripos
corrections) and INS** (TSS1, HEAVE, INSPVA, INSSTDEV, SYNCHEAVE and DELAYEDHEAVE)
message data outputs.
*Requires heading to be enabled and licensed.
**Requires INS to be licensed and enabled

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P# > Type > Input

Selecting INPUT will allow for the input of VERIPOS corrections, RTCMV2 (3rd party DGNSS RTCM v2
corrections), RTCMV3 (3rd party RTK or DGNSS RTCM v3 corrections) or CMR.

Baud Rate

Baud Rates can be specified ranging from 1200 BPS and 460800 BPS. Select an appropriate rate for the
required bandwidth of messages type output:

The baud rates available for selection are 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200,
230400 or 460800.

Protocol

The LD900 can input and output RS422 and RS232 protocol on P1-P7.

Stop Bits

Stop Bits can be set to 1 or 2.

Data Bits

Data Bits can be set to 7 or 8.

Parity Bits

Parity Bits can be set to NONE, ODD or EVEN.

NMEA Output Rate

When selecting NMEA data outputs (number of NMEA outputs within 1 second) rates of 1, 2, 5, 10 and
20 Hz are available. If selecting INS data outputs on LD900 units, rates of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 and 200
Hz are available.

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3.3.2.11 GRIT

The GRIT tab allows for the enabling of Spoofing Detection and Interference Detection.

NOTE
When licensed for Interference Mitigation the option to configure filters will become
available via the Spectrum view.

Spoofing

Upon first access, Spoofing will be DISABLED. Toggling DISABLED to ENABLED will display Spoofing
Detection on the Quantum screen.

Calibration Status

This non-configurable field will appear when Spoofing is ENABLED, highlighting the Spoofing
Calibration Status.

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Start Calibration / Restart Calibration

If the Calibration Status is not PASSED, an option to Restart Calibration is available. Clicking this option
will result in the display of the below dialog:

Upon clicking OK, calibration of Spoofing Detection will commence. This process will take a few minutes,
do not power off the receiver until the process is complete. Once complete, the GNSS card will
reboot.

CAUTION
The calibration of spoofing detection will restart the PPP calculation. PPP
convergence will require time; during this time, a Standard/Standard2
solution will be output from the receiver until the PPP solution becomes
available.

Interference

Upon first access, Interference will be DISABLED. Toggling DISABLED to ENABLED will display
Interference Detection on the Quantum screen.

Use Apply to save any changes made.

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Antenna Voltage (LD8)

The Antenna Voltage tab allows for toggling of antenna voltages between On or Off:

Receiver Management - Antenna Voltage (LD8)

CAUTION
Turning off the voltage may stop the antenna receiving power and result in
a loss of signal reception. The voltage should only be turned off when
signals are received through a RF splitter with another power source.

Antenna Voltage (LD900)

The Antenna Voltage tab allows for toggling of antenna voltages between On or Off:

Receiver Management - Antenna Voltage (LD900)

CAUTION
Turning off the voltage may stop the antenna receiving power and result in
a loss of signal reception. The voltage should only be turned off when
signals are received through a RF splitter with another power source.

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3.4 System Status

The System Status menu displays information relating to the Quantum configuration, such as details of
the connected Veripos receiver and the Quantum software version.

General

Displays the name of the active Quantum Configuration:

System Status - Active Configuration name

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Receiver

IP Shows IP address of the connected Veripos receiver.

Serial Number Displays unit ID of the connected Veripos receiver.
System Version Displays System Version of the connected Veripos receiver.
GNSS Card Details Displays GNSS card model information (not applicable for LD900)

System Status – Receiver

Software

Displays Quantum software version numbers (your version may differ):

System Status – Software

Performance

Displays system resource information. The scroll down arrow can be used to slide the bar to view the
performance menu:

Performance information

Launch Engineering View

This option provides advanced information on L-band and GNSS signal tracking. Veripos may request
information from the Engineering view during support cases. It is recommended to only use this view
when under instruction from Veripos:

Engineering View

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3.5 Authorisations
The Authorisations menu displays information relating to system licencing.

Authorisations (LD900 example)

3.5.1 Receiver

Signal licenses

Quantum displays signal licence information relating to the type of correction service that is enabled on
the interfaced Veripos IMU. This license information is not the Quantum software license.

Information on the three type of available Veripos solution (Apex, Ultra and Standard) is displayed. Each
solution indicates which GNSS constellation is subscribed.

In the example below, the Veripos receiver has been enabled for the Apex5 service, which uses 5 GNSS
constellations. GPS and GLONASS appearing next to Ultra and Standard indicates that the receiver has
the backup services of Ultra² and Standard².

Signal Licences information

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GNSS Receiver licenses

This section displays which GNSS constellations and frequencies the GNSS receiver has the capability
to track.

GNSS Receiver Licences information

3.5.1.1 GNSS1 / GNSS2 / Lband (LD900)

This section displays the PSN and Model of the GNSS1, GNSS2 and L-band receivers.

To purchase additional receiver functionality such as GNSS2 secondary positioning, e-mail the serial
number of the LD900 system to your Veripos account manager, who will supply a corresponding
authorisation code which may be applied to the corresponding receiver by clicking the corresponding
Apply New Authcode button.

• Apply Heading upgrades within the GNSS1 section.

• Apply INS upgrades within the GNSS1 section.

• Apply Secondary Positioning upgrades within the GNSS2 section.

GNSS Receiver Licences information

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3.5.2 Quantum

Software licenses

A Quantum software license is required. This is normally entered during the initial configuration process.
The Software Licenses section displays the active Quantum license code and the enabled features of the
license. Licenses can either be purchased (no expiry) or rented. Rented licenses have an expiry date and
will need to be renewed.

The following modes are currently available:

• DP Enables Quantum optimised for DP operations

• Survey Enables Quantum optimised for Survey operations

The following features are currently available:

• Heading Enables the use of heading functionality

• Tides Enables the use of Tides functionality
• INS Enables the use of INS functionality
• Interference
Enables interference mitigation technology functionality
Mitigation

When requesting a new or revised software license, it is important to ensure that the appropriate features
are requested.

A new Software licence code can be applied by clicking Apply New License, then entering the supplied
license code and finally clicking Apply:

Software licence details – Purchased license

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Apply New Licence

If a license is rented, the rental expiry date of the Quantum software license will be shown below the list
of enabled features:

Software licence details – Rented license

It is possible to have a combination of purchased and rented licenses. For example, the main Quantum
license (DP or Survey) is purchased and an additional feature such as Heading could be rented. In this
scenario, a license expired notification will appear periodically. If the expired feature is required a new
license can be obtained by contacting the VeriposHelpdesk. If a feature is no longer required, the expired
feature can be cleared by clicking Acknowledge. This will prevent the notification from appearing and it
will remove the expired feature from the Software Licenses section.

Software licence details – Rental Acknowledge

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3.5.2.1 Expired Licenses

If a rental license has expired, the notification message shown below will be displayed at regular
intervals. Contact Veripos Support to obtain a new license:

License Expired notification

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3.6 Display
The Display settings page allows display setting changes.

3.6.1 General

3.6.1.1 Latency Indicator Direction

The Latency Indicator Direction setting controls the timeout graphic used to display corrections
Latency:

Latency Indicator Direction setting

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By default, this is set to Down. When set to Down, the correction latency bars will count down from the
maximum correction age (360 seconds for PPP, 120 seconds for DGNSS solutions):

PPP Correction Latency – Counting down

DGNSS Correction Latency – Counting down

To change the Latency Indicator Direction, click UP followed by Apply.

Once Apply is selected a momentary message: Changes Successfully Applied will appear.

When set as UP the correction latency bars will count up from zero:

PPP Correction Latency – Counting up

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DGNSS Correction Latency – Counting up

For further details regarding the Correction Latency view, refer to section Correction Link Satellites.

3.6.1.2 Latency Pulse Speed

The Latency Pulse Speed setting defines how fast or slow the Correction Age and Solution Status
icons will pulse, ranging from 0 and 1 seconds (0.2 increments). A setting of 0 will disable the pulsing. It is
recommended to leave the icons pulsating as this will show that the Quantum system is active:

Latency Pulse Speed setting

3.6.1.3 Full Screen

Quantum does not launch in full screen by default; however a full screen view can be enabled:

Latency Pulse Speed setting

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3.6.2 Heading Display

Heading display settings are only visible when the system is licensed and configured for Heading.

DP/Survey:

The Heading display page allows users to change Track Plot, SOG, COG and Tracking display settings:

Heading Tiles configuration

3.6.2.1 CoG and Tracking Display

Defines the minimum vessel velocity at which the CoG marker and track plot will update. This threshold
velocity should be defined to suit the vessel dynamics.

CoG and Tracking Display setting

3.6.2.2 Speed Over Ground Units

Choose the units which vessel speed is displayed in. Choose between KNOTS, M/S or KM/H.

Speed Over Ground Units setting

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3.6.2.3 Tracking

Tracking settings are used to change the style of the vessel track plot within the Heading view.

Heading view with track plot displayed

3.6.2.4 Track Plot

Choose if a track plot is to be DISABLED or ENABLED. Fields relevant to track plot will be shown once
track plot is enabled.

Track Plot setting

3.6.2.5 Track Plot Point Type

Choose the type of track plot point symbol to be displayed (either an Arrow or Circle).

Track Plot Point Type setting

3.6.2.6 Track Plot Line

The vessel track plot can be configured as isolated points or interconnected with lines.

Track Plot Line Type setting

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3.6.2.7 Number of track points to display

Defines the number of historical track points to be displayed.

Number of track points to display setting

3.6.2.8 Track Plot Frequency

Defines the interval (and therefore frequency) at which points will be plotted. A high track plot frequency
value may result in the display becoming cluttered. Clutter can be reduced by decreasing the track plot
frequency (increasing the interval).

Track plot frequency setting

3.6.2.9 Track Plot Transparency

Defines the transparency of vessel track plots. The maximum transparency value is 80%.

Track plot transparency setting

3.6.3 Vessel Display

DP/Survey:

The Vessel Display page allows users to change colour and type of vessel.

Vessel Display settings for DP/Survey

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3.6.3.1 Colour

This option allows users to select colour of vessel graphic to be displayed on the Heading and navigation
plot tiles. The default colour of the vessel graphic is grey.

Vessel colour

3.6.3.2 Type

Type allows Survey users to select the vessel type, Ship or Rig:

Vessel Type for Survey/DP

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3.7 Notifications
Quantum can log significant events as notifications, these logs can be DISABLED or ENABLED
(recommended).

For more detailed information on Quantum notifications, please refer to section Display Tabs.

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3.8 Screensaver
Quantum has a screensaver feature (enabled by default) which is displayed after a defined period of user
inactivity. The settings detailed below alter the screensaver behaviour.

3.8.1 Screensaver

Configures the screensaver feature to be DISABLED or ENABLED:

Screensaver setting

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3.8.2 Screensaver Transparent

By default, when the screensaver is ENABLED, the main display is not visible because the screensaver
is not transparent:

Screensaver Transparent setting

It is possible to make the screensaver transparent so that the main Quantum screen is visible behind the
screensaver:

Screensaver - Transparent disabled Screensaver - Transparent enabled

3.8.3 Screensaver Wait Time

Used to define when the screensaver will be launched after a period of no user interaction or system
events. The default is 30 seconds:

Screensaver Wait Time setting

3.8.4 Screensaver Logo

Choose if the Veripos target logo is to be included on the screensaver. The default setting is DISABLED.

Screensaver Logo setting

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Screensaver Logo Enabled

Screensaver Logo Disabled

3.8.5 Screensaver Animation

Defines if animation is used when the screensaver appears or clears. Choose between DISABLED and
FADE. The default setting is DISABLED:

Screensaver Animation setting

3.8.6 Preview Screensaver

Click Preview Screensaver to immediately display the screensaver. This is useful for checking the
screensaver appearance following setting changes:

Preview Screensaver option

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3.9 Close Quantum

To close the Quantum software, click Close Quantum on the Settings page:

Close Quantum

After clicking Close Quantum, a confirmation message will appear, Click Yes to close Quantum:

Close Quantum confirmation

NOTE
Closing Quantum will not stop the NMEA or UKOOA position outputs that originate
from the Veripos receiver.

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4 Screen overview
When Quantum has been launched and System Configuration has been completed (as detailed in
section System Configuration), the Quantum screen should appear as below:

Quantum screen layout

The main elements of the Quantum screen are:

• Sidebar

• Main Display Screen

• Menu Icon

• Display Tabs

• Notifications Tab

4.1 Sidebar
The Quantum Sidebar, as seen on the left of the above Quantum screen layout image, displays overall
status information for the active solution. The general health of the backup solution is also indicated by
the colour and ‘pulse’ of the circular icon.

NOTE
The data displayed within the sidebar is not configurable.

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4.1.1 Solution status

The name of the solution currently in use (active solution) will be displayed e.g. APEX. A pulsing circular
icon is also displayed which is used to show general solution health.

A green pulsing circle indicates that the active solution is working within expected parameters with no
issues. If there are any issues with the active solution, the colour of the solution status symbol will
change.

An amber symbol indicates that the active solution is still working, but with some issues e.g. the
correction age may be higher than expected.

A red symbol indicates that there is a critical problem with the active solution and positioning e.g. Loss of
GNSS or the correction age has exceeded the allowable limit.

A turning blue circular (partial) trail indicates that a solution is converging (and therefore not available):

Solution Status – Healthy Solution Status – Warning

Solution Status – Failed Solution Status – Converging

Solution Status – PPP Converged & INS Aligning

Solution Status – Blended GNSS / INS

Solution Status - GNSS Lost & Dead Reckoning

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4.1.2 Satellite constellation

The Sidebar shows how many satellites from each relevant constellation are being tracked and how
many are being used.

It is normal to see less satellites being used compared to the amount tracked. This is normal because
some satellites are:

• Below the defined solution elevation mask

• Below the acceptable signal level mask.

• Not corrected.

Only GNSS constellations and satellites displayed in green are in-use by the active solution:

Sidebar – Satellite Constellation Status

4.1.3 Solution position and height

The Sidebar displays the WGS84 Latitude, Longitude and height of the active solution which is being
provided by the Veripos receiver.

Latitude and Longitude are displayed in DD:MM:SS.SSS format. Height is displayed in metres to 2
decimal places:

Sidebar – Position & Heading

4.1.4 HDOP and 2d-SD

The Horizontal Dilution of Precision (HDOP) value is a measure of the quality of satellite horizontal
geometry. A low satellite count typically leads to high HDOP values. Persistently high HDOP values may
indicate issues with antenna obstructions or interference. The displayed HDOP value is colour coded. As
shown below, a ‘healthy’ DOP (less than 2.0) is shown in green. A value of 2.0+ will result in an amber
DOP and a red ‘poor’ DOP will be triggered by a value of 4.0+.

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Sidebar – HDOP & 2d-SD

The 2d-SD value is at a 95% confidence. This provides an indication of the 2D accuracy of the active
solution. The displayed value is in metres. A smaller 2d-SD value indicates a better solution accuracy.

4.1.5 Interference

The Interference indicator will illuminate red if interference has been detected in the L1, L2 or L3 signal
bands. See the Interference Status tile for general information on effected frequencies or the RF
Spectrum tile to help determine where the inference centre frequency lies in MHz.

4.1.6 Spoofing

The possible Spoofing indicator states are:

• Grey - Disabled (activate in Settings)
• Amber - Active but not yet calibrated (Calibrate in Settings)
• Green - No spoofing detected.
• Red - Spoofing detected.

4.1.7 Backup solution

In most circumstances, there will be a backup solution in addition to the active solution. The Quantum
sidebar displays the name and status of the backup solution.

The backup solution will typically be either a secondary PPP solution or a Standard solution. However, if
no other backup solutions are available a backup solution may be an uncorrected position. In the event
that only an uncorrected position (stand-alone position) is the backup, the sidebar will display an amber
border.

4.1.8 Tides solution

The Tides Solution panel is displayed below the sidebar and indicates the Tides status. This solution
panel is not displayed unless the Quantum Tides feature is activated. Please refer to section Quantum -
Software Licenses for further details.

Sidebar – Tides status

4.2 Main Display Screen

The “Main Display Screen” consists of configurable view tiles. Full details options see section Display
configuration.

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4.3 Date and time

The date and time displayed below the Veripos Logo is received from the connected Veripos receiver.
Time is displayed in UTC:

Veripos logo, date and time

4.4 Menu icon

The Menu icon is used to access all Quantum configurations, ranging from initial setup to view
configuration.

4.5 Display Tabs

Display Tabs allow users to setup configurable views. Multiple display tabs can be configured
(maximum of 4). For further details please refer to section Display configuration.

4.6 Notification Tab

The Notifications Tab is used to notify users of any significant systems events. The tab will show a red
icon with the number of current system notifications:

Notification count

4.6.1 Viewing notifications

Click the Notification tab to display the list of system notifications. Notifications are split into two
categories – Status and Status History:

Current and Historical Status list

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Events, such as system error states which are currently active, will be displayed in the Status section.
These could relate to loss of GNSS, loss of corrections data or poor GNSS quality which all would impact
system performance:

Example of a current event notification

Historical Status notifications generally require no user intervention. These are usually events such as L-
band beam changes. Notifications raised in the Status section will move to the Historical Status section
once the event is resolved (e.g. system error):

Example of Historical Status notification

To view full details of a notification, click on the desired notification. If there is an issue with the system,
the event description often contains useful troubleshooting guidance:

Full notification summary

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4.7 Screensaver
Quantum has an optional screensaver which provides an overall system status and displays a system
label. This is defined on the top of the Quantum screen and is useful for monitoring the status of the
software at a distance from the monitor. If critical issues arise the screensaver will cease.

Refer to section Screensaver for more information on screensaver configuration:

Screensaver clears when critical alarm present

Green pulsing circles on the screensaver are used to indicate that the active solution and backup solution
are healthy:

Screensaver solution status indicator – Healthy

The screensaver will remain active during amber events, such as high correction age. During such
Amber events the relevant solution will be displayed in amber. An example is shown below:

Screensaver solution status indicator – Amber

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5 Display configuration
5.1 Tab configuration
Quantum can be setup to have a maximum of 4 view tabs (excluding the Notifications tab). Each tab can
be given a customised grid layout of views. Users can choose from a predefined tile layout or manually
select which views are to be displayed on each tab.

5.1.1 Preset tile layouts

There are three predefined layouts:

• Default

• Polar Plot

• Heading (only present when Quantum is licensed for Heading)

To select a predefined layout, click the Menu icon followed by the large ‘+’ icon. Select the page layout
icon:

Accessing pre-defined layout options

The available tab layouts will be displayed. The right arrow can be used to view a third layout option:

Accessing layout options

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Click on the desired view. This selected view will now be displayed and the tab for this view will display
the pre-set layout name e.g. Default:

Pre-set tab layout

Although the view windows displayed are pre-configured, the views can still be changed by deleting view
tiles and then inserting new items.

If four view tabs are already open it is not possible to add a pre-set layout. In this case a tab must be
deleted prior to adding a new pre-set layout:

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5.1.1.1 Default tile layout

The Default tile layout consists of the following views:

• Satellite Polar Plot

• Solution Difference

• Correction Link Status

• Correction Link Signal Strength

• Correction Age

• Correction Link Signal Strength – Time Series

5.1.1.2 Heading tile layout

The Heading tile layout consists of the following views:

• Heading

• Heading Data

• Correction Link Status

• Correction Link Signal Strength

• Correction Age

• Correction Link Signal Strength – Time Series

5.1.1.3 GRIT tile layout

The GRIT tile layout consists of the following views:

• Interference Status

• Spoofing Status

• Solution DOP

• Correction Link Signal Strength

• GNSS Signal Level

• 2d-SD – Time Series

5.2 User-configurable tile layouts

In addition to the pre-set tile layouts covered in section Preset tile layouts, it is also possible to manually
select from the various available views. There are also 4 grid layout options to choose from.

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To start configuration of a user-configurable layout, a new tab must be opened. Click the ‘+’ sign next to
the notifications icon:

Open new tab icon

A pop-up will then appear to allow the user to choose from one of the four available tile layouts. Note that
there is an arrow to the right which is used to scroll through the available tile layouts:

Select tile layout option

The available tile layouts are shown below:

Available tile layouts

Click on the desired view and the new tab will then appear in Quantum with the chosen tile layout.

The tiles will be empty so that the user can manually select which information is displayed within each
tile.

NOTE
The size of the tile dictates which information can be displayed in each. For
example, the 2d-SD – Time Series view can only be displayed within a 2x1 sized
tile.

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5.2.1 Renaming tabs

Any opened display tabs can be renamed. Tiles, which have been manually configured by the user, will
be named New by default. It is recommended to rename these so that it is easy to identify which views
each tab contains. For example, if a tab has views which relate to the L-band correction status the tab
could be named ‘LBAND’. Preset tile layout tabs can also be renamed.

To rename a tab, double-click the tab where the current name is displayed, an on-screen keyboard will
appear. Type the new name and press Enter to confirm:

On-screen keyboard for renaming tabs

NOTE
Tab names are restricted to a maximum of twelve characters and special
characters are not permitted.

The new name will now appear within the tab:

Renamed tab

5.2.2 Deleting tabs

If a tab is no longer required, it is possible to delete it. Simply click on the close icon on the relevant tab:

Delete tab

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5.2.3 Renaming Quantum screen

In addition to renaming each display tab, it is also possible to rename the title displayed at the top of the
Quantum screen. The default name is System 1. It is recommended to set a descriptive name such as
DGNSS Port or Vessel Secondary.

To rename the Quantum screen name, double-click the existing name e.g. System 1:

Quantum screen name

The new name can be entered using the on-screen keyboard then pressing Enter to confirm:

New Quantum screen name

NOTE
The name is restricted to 32 characters and no special characters are permitted.

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6 Views
There are many views available which allow the user to monitor system status. Some of these views
relate to the overall solution status and some show more detailed information relating to either GNSS,
correction or heading data.

The user can decide which views are most relevant for their requirements and arrange them accordingly.

6.1 Selecting views

To manually select views, select the relevant Tab display (either existing or a new tab). Press the Menu
icon followed by the ‘+’ symbol then the View icon (highlighted far right below):

Accessing manual views

After clicking the View icon, the icons below will be displayed:

View icons

The available views are split into seven categories, detailed in later sections, these are:

Heading &
Correction View
INS View

Interference
GNSS Status and
View Spoofing
View

Solutions View Tides View

System Status
View

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NOTE
Heading and Tides tabs are present when Quantum has the feature included within
the software license.

Click on the required category to access the available views. Once the required view has been found,
press and hold the left mouse cursor and drag to the desired tile.

While dragging the selected view, tiles will be highlighted with a green border or a red border. Green
indicates that the view is ok to be placed and red denotes the view is an incompatible shape for this tile.

Tile placement restrictions

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A selected view must be placed into an appropriate shaped tile dimension:

View placed in appropriate tile

6.1.1 Different types of tiles available

There are different types of tiles available within views. Namely 1*1, 2*1, 2*2, 3*3, 4*4:

Different types of tiles available (1*1, 2*1, 2*2 & 3*3)

Different types of tiles available (2*2 & 4*4)

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6.1.2 Deleting view from tiles

If a tile contains information which is no longer required, it is possible to delete the contents of the tile.
Simply click on the ‘X’ icon on the relevant tile:

Delete tile contents

6.1.3 Replacing existing views

A tile does not need to be empty before a new view can be inserted into a tile. If a tile contains data which
is no longer required, a new view can be inserted using the same method as explained in section
Selecting views.

6.2 Correction View - Descriptions

6.2.1 Correction Link Status (LD8)

The Correction Link Status view provides high level information regarding various aspects of the L-
band corrections in use. Note the information displayed will depend on the size of tile used:

LD8 Correction Link Status 1x1 view (and) 2x1 view

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Information Details
L-band satellite in use Name of the L-band correction satellite in use e.g. AUTO, or 25E
Green icon = Enabled
Enabled
Red icon = Disabled
Green icon = Signal locked
Locked
Red icon = No signal lock
Green = Receiving data from L-band satellite
Sync
Red = Not receiving data from L-band satellite
Signal strength of the selected L-band satellite. Thresholds: Green: >36.5dB
Signal Strength
Hz, Amber: Between 32.5 & 36.5dB Hz:, Red: <32.5dB Hz
Green icon = Source available
NTRIP Grey icon = Source not enabled within Settings
Red icon = Source unavailable
Azimuth & Elevation Orientation info' for active L-band correction satellite at present location.

6.2.2 Correction Link Status (LD900)

The Correction Link Status view provides high level information regarding various aspects of the L-
band corrections in use. Note the information displayed will depend on the size of tile used, with toggling
between LBAND and GNSS1 available on the 2x1 view, allowing for verification of individual beam
states:

LD900 Correction Link Status 1x1 view (and) 2x1 view

Information Details
LBAND (1x1, 2x1 tiles) Name of the L-band correction satellite in use e.g. AUTO, or 25E
GNSS1 (1x1 tile) Name of the L-band correction satellite in use e.g. AUTO, or 25E
Green icon = Enabled
Enabled
Red icon = Disabled
Green icon = Signal locked
Locked
Red icon = No signal lock
Green = Receiving data from L-band satellite
Sync
Red = Not receiving data from L-band satellite

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Signal strength of the selected L-band satellite. Thresholds: Green: >36.5dB

Signal Strength
Hz, Amber: Between 32.5 & 36.5dB Hz:, Red: <32.5dB Hz
Green icon = Source available
NTRIP Grey icon = Source not enabled within Settings
Red icon = Source unavailable

6.2.3 Correction Age

The Correction Age view shows a breakdown of L-band corrections which the Veripos receiver is
enabled for. This view can be used to monitor correction age for all corrections types. The symbols have
three colour states based on the current correction age.

Correction types that the Veripos receiver is not enabled for are indicated by a grey icon with a cross. In
the example shown below, the system is enabled for Apex2, Ultra2 and Standard2. The Apex5 service is
not enabled:

Correction Age – Not enabled for Apex5 service

The table below details the default correction age range which determine the colour of the status icons
for each correction service:

Veripos Correction Green = time left Amber = time left Red = time left
type (seconds) (seconds) (seconds)
Apex 0 – 179 180 – 359 ≥ 360
Ultra 0 – 179 180 – 359 ≥ 360
Standard 0 – 79 80 – 119 ≥ 120

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When displayed in a 1x1 sized tile, the Correction Age view provides high level information of the overall
service (no breakdown of each GNSS constellation):

Correction Age view – 1x1 tile

6.2.4 Correction Link Satellites

The Correction Link Satellites view displays all L-band correction satellites (using a satellite symbol)
which have an elevation of greater than 0° at the user’s location.

The polar plot view shows the approximate elevation and azimuth to the correction satellite at the current
location. The selected correction satellite will be denoted with the largest satellite symbol:

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6.2.5 Correction Latency

Provides a dynamic display of the correction age (latency). The correction latency bars are colour-coded
depending on their value.

By default, the latency bars will count down from their maximum allowable latency value. This makes it
clear to the user exactly how long they have until that particular solution will timeout (when latency
indicator bar reaches zero). A ‘Time Left’ value is also displayed to confirm how long each solution has
until it reaches the maximum allowable correction age:

Correction Latency – Age counting down

Veripos Correction Green = time left Amber = time left Red = time left
type (seconds) (seconds) (seconds)
Apex 0 – 179 180 – 359 ≥ 360
Ultra 0 – 179 180 – 359 ≥ 360
Standard 0 – 79 80 – 119 ≥ 120

Correction Latency – Age counting up

For details on where to set the Correction indicator direction refer to section Latency Indicator
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The latency bars are colour coded. The tables below show the threshold ranges (count-up and count-
down):

Veripos Correction Green = time left Amber = time left Red = time left
type (seconds) (seconds) (seconds)
Apex 0 – 179 180 – 359 ≥ 360
Ultra 0 – 179 180 – 359 ≥ 360
Standard 0 – 79 80 – 119 ≥ 120

6.2.6 Correction Link Signal Strength

The Correction Link Signal Strength view is a fuel gauge type view which provides real-time L-band
signal strength indication. The view is colour-coded to give a clear visual indication if the signal strength
is acceptable:

Correction Link Signal Strength view

6.2.7 Correction Link Signal Strength – Time Series

Shows a graphical plot of the L-band signal strength over the previous 10 minutes:

Correction Link Signal Strength – Time Series view

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6.2.8 Service Correction Availability

Displays information regarding the availability of correction data for each Veripos service.

For Apex and Ultra solutions, the number of GNSS satellites with correction data is displayed in green
numbers. GNSS satellites which have no correction data available are displayed in red numbers:

Service Correction Availability view

NOTE
The values in this view are based on all satellites above the horizon (0° elevation).
These values may differ from the number of satellites used in a solution which has
an elevation mask e.g. 7°.

For Standard solutions the number of Veripos DGNSS reference stations within range of the users’
location are shown as the Total Reference Stations.

The number of reference stations for which GPS and GLONASS corrections are currently being received
for will be displayed in the GPS and GLONASS bars:

Service Correction Availability – Standard solution

Veripos Standard solutions will use a maximum of 6 reference stations even if there are more reference
stations within range.

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6.2.9 SBAS Status

Displays information regarding the availability of SBAS signal status.

SBAS Status view

Signal Strength is displayed in dBHZ

PRN Unique PRN code of satellite in use.

Status is shown as a Green, Amber or Red Icon, Green indicates a healthy status, Amber is marginal
and Red indicates an unhealthy status.

6.2.10 MF Status (LD900 Only)

Displays information regarding the availability of IALA signal status.

MF Status

Signal Strength is displayed in dBuV

Station ID is unique for each IALA reference station, this ID can be used to determine which IALA station
is being received. Where no station is available the Station ID will display 1024.

WER (Word Error Rate) is ideally 0% which means there is no errors within the decoded data.

A healthy SNR (Signal to Noise Ratio) will be indicated with a green indicator, amber indicates a marginal
signal and red indicates an unhealthy SNR.

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UHF Status (LD900 Only)

UHF Status

Signal Strength is displayed in dBm

Frequency in MHz of the selected UHF channel

Link Rate is 4800 BPS.

Status is shown as a Green, Amber or Red Icon, Green indicates a healthy status, Amber is marginal
and Red indicates an unhealthy status.

6.3 GNSS Status View - Descriptions

6.3.1 GNSS Availability

Provides information regarding GNSS satellite status:

• Healthy How many useable satellites are tracked

• Missing Number of satellites not tracked
• Unhealthy Number of satellites which are not available for use

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6.3.2 GNSS Missing Satellites

Plots the location of any satellites which should be available at the user’s location but are not currently
being tracked.

Failure to track available satellites could be due to various reasons, such as masking (blockage) or poor
cable or antenna installation. If there are a significant number of missing satellites highlighted in this
display, steps should be taken to investigate the cause.

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6.3.3 GNSS Signal Level

Shows the signal strength, measured in dB Hz for each GNSS satellite in view. There is a toggle switch in
the top right of the window, allowing for different signals to be selected. The below example shows GPS
satellite signal strengths, with a toggle option to display L1, L2 or L5 signals.

GNSS Signal Levels view on 4X4 tile

The image below shows the GNSS Signal Level 2x1 tile with a toggle switch toggle switch in the top right
of the window, allowing for different signals to be selected.

GNSS Signal Levels on 2x1 tile

GNSS satellites are sorted from left to right by elevation, from lowest to highest.

Veripos solutions have a default GNSS elevation mask of 10°, GNSS satellites that are tracked (but
below 10° elevation) will be rejected from the solution. The blue area at the origin of the graph highlights
the elevation from 0° to 10°. Satellites within this area will not be used in any solution.

The signal strengths shown are colour-coded to indicate if current signal strengths of tracked satellites
are acceptable.

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Fluctuations in a satellite signal strength will show as a light blue area at the top of the bar graph plot.
Such fluctuations indicate that satellite signal tracking is unstable, which is typical for satellites tracked at
low elevations; however, this is also a symptom of multi-path or interference.

GNSS signal level variation

The configurable colour-coding thresholds are set to Veripos default values.

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6.3.4 GNSS Signal Level Alt

Displays the same information as the GNSS Signal Level view but in a different graphical style:

GNSS Signal Level Alt on 4x4 view

Recent fluctuation in a satellite signal strength are highlighted by a vertical white line:

GNSS signal level variation

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GNSS Signal Level Alt view on 2x2 view

6.3.5 Satellite Polar Plot

Besides the ability to display heading if available and enabled, the Satellite Polar Plot has the following
functions:

Satellite
Description
(type)
Tracked Displays all GNSS satellites currently tracked in
satellites green
Tracked
Displays all GNSS satellites tracked but not used
satellites (not
by active solution in grey
used)
Missing
Displays any GNSS satellites not available in red
satellites
Correction link Displays the calculated position of the L Band
satellites satellites visible at the vessel's current position

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Satellite Polar Plot view on 4X4 view

This 4 x 4 view can be configured to show information for specific GNSS Satellite constellations. The 3 x
3 tile polar plot view cannot be customised:

Satellite Polar Plot view on 3X3 view with no toggles

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6.3.6 DOP

Displays the current solution DOP values (HDOP, PDOP and VDOP) of the current solution in green,
amber and red when they are in good (<2), warning (2 - 4) and bad (>4) states.

DOP view

6.3.7 24 Hour DOP Prediction

Designed to alert the user to periods where the DOP values are predicted to be high. The ability to predict
high DOP periods can assist the user to mitigate risks and to maintain additional vigilance. This view can
be placed on either a 1x1 or 2x1 tile:

24 Hour DOP Prediction view

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If no DOP issues are predicted, the main section of the view will be empty and only real-time DOP values
(HDOP, PDOP and VDOP) will be displayed:

24 Hour DOP Prediction view – No events

6.3.8 DOP Status

Displays details of current DOP events. ‘DOP events’ are periods when DOP values are unusually high,
normally because of a low satellite count or poor satellite geometry:

DOP Status view

If there are no current DOP events, the main portion of the view will be empty and only real-time DOP
values will be displayed. This view can be placed on either 1x1 or 2x1 tile:

DOP Status view – No events

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6.4 Solutions View - Descriptions

6.4.1 Solution Plot

Displays a polar plot with an error ellipse of the current and backup solution (if available):

Solutions Plot

The scale of the polar plot can also be changed using the scale slider. Scales range from 50cm to 10m.
The Solution Plot view centres on the active solution and the error ellipse for the backup solution is
displayed relative to the active solution. Solution error ellipses can be selected using the solution slider.

6.4.2 Solution Difference

Displays delta values (dEast and dNorth) of the backup solutions relative to the primary solution. Large
delta values indicate that the active or backup solution is not accurate and requires investigation.

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6.4.3 Solution Status

Displays the status of the active and backup solution:

Solution Status view - PPP

For PPP solutions, this view shows the number of GNSS satellites used (detailed by GNSS
constellation). Green bars indicate how many satellites from each GNSS constellation are used. Amber
values indicate satellites that are rejected or uncorrected and therefore not used in the solution. The
current solution DOP values (HDOP, PDOP and VDOP) of the selected solution is displayed.

For Veripos Standard solutions, the number of reference stations used is displayed in green:

Solution Status view – Standard

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6.4.4 UKOOA Statistics (Quantum Survey only)

Displays the following statistical information:

• F-Test status

• W-Test status

• MDE value

• Semi-major value

Choose to display either the active or a backup solution information using the tick-boxes. The error
ellipse for the selected solution will also be displayed, where the scale can be adjusted:

UKOOA Statistics view

NOTE
The UKOOA statistics view is only available when Quantum is enabled with a
Survey license.

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6.4.5 2d-SD Time Series

Displays a graph (which is auto-scaled) of the active solution 2d-SD (horizontal standard deviation) value
for the last 10 minutes. The 2d-SD values shown are at 2σ (95%) confidence.

2d-SD – Time Series view

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6.5 Heading and INS View - Descriptions

Heading views are unavailable unless the Quantum Heading feature is activated. Please refer to section
Quantum - Software Licenses for further details.

6.5.1 Heading

Heading view

This view graphically displays vessel heading, vessel trail and Course over Ground (CoG) with numerical
values for heading, CoG and speed over ground (SoG) are also shown in the top right.
l Heading (HDG)refers to the direction in which a vessel's bow (front) points relative to the Earth's
reference frame, measured in degrees clockwise from true north. HDG is crucial for navigational
assistance, course-plotting, and determining the vessel's orientation in relation to its intended
destination or other vessels in the vicinity.
l Course Over Ground (CoG)refers to the actual direction in which a vessel is moving relative to
the Earth's surface, regardless of its heading, as influenced by factors such as the vessel's
heading, current, wind, and other external forces.
l Speed over Ground (SoG)represents the actual speed, measured in knots, of vessel movement
relative to the Earth's surface as determined by combining the vessel's speed through the water
while influenced by the effect of external forces such as currents or tides.

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The heading value is additionally indicated by a small rectangle (same colour as the vessel shape) on
marked on the graticule. A brown arrow indicates the course:

Heading and CoG indicators

This view also displays the vessel track plots (if enabled). The scale of the view may need to be adjusted
to allow the vessel track plot to be visible:

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The vessel shape shown on the graphical views can be either a generic ship or generic rig as configured
in the Settings - Display section:

Heading views – Ship shape (left), Rig shape (right)

6.5.2 Heading Data

Depicts the HDG, CoG and SoG numerical values

as displayed in the Heading tab, with the addition of
a Standard Deviation (SD) value representing the
measure of the variability or dispersion of heading
readings taken over a period of time. It quantifies
the average amount of divergence or scatter from
the mean heading, providing insights into the
consistency and stability of the vessel's heading
measurements. A lower standard deviation
indicates more precise and consistent headings,
with a higher standard deviation suggesting more
significant variability or potential fluctuations in the
vessel's heading observations.
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6.5.3 Surge and Sway

Provides an indication of vessel Forward/Aft (Surge) and Port/Starboard (Sway) movement in terms of
direction and speed.

Blue direction arrows indicate movement in that direction (in relation to vessel North). The direction
arrows also show the speed (knots) in which the vessel is moving in each axis.

Overall vessel heading, CoG, SoG and vessel heading SD are also displayed:

Surge and Sway view

NOTE
The layout of the Surge and Sway view will vary depending on the tile size it is
placed in.

6.5.4 INS Heading Data

LD900 and LD900M models licensed for INS will be

able to make use of the INS Heading Data view.
Once INS has been interfaced and configured, this
view will populate with Heading, Pitch and Roll
values.

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6.6 Interference and Spoofing View - Descriptions

Quantum has a licensed capability of enabling digital RF filters to protect (by approximately 30 dBs) the
LD8 or LD900 positioning computation against RF interference. An active ITK license is required to
configure and apply Interference Mitigation, without which the configuration options will not be visible.
See the Quantum Software licenses section for more information.

NOTE
Without an active ITK license, users can still access RF spectrum monitoring and
spoofing detection functions.

6.6.1 Spoofing Status

To display information relating to spoofing status, spoofing must first be activated and calibrated in
Settings > System Configuration > Receiver Management. Will display ‘Spoofing is not calibrated’
until calibration/activation.

If not yet calibrated, the Spoofing state will remain ‘Not Detected’, switching to ‘Detected’ if spoofing
occurs.

Calibration will remain ‘Uncalibrated’ until Start Calibration is initiated in Settings. Once Start
Calibration is activated, Calibration will switch to ‘Calibrating’, changing to ‘Passed’ once complete. A
Calibration status of ‘Failed’ will indicate that calibration has not been successful and that it must be re-
attempted.

Upon successful spoofing detection calibration, the Last Calibration value will display the calibration
completion time UTC date and time.

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6.6.2 Interference Status

Shows high-level information regarding interference status. Will populate in instances of interference
with information identifying impacted signal band/s, and the estimated centre frequency of the detected
interference.

6.6.3 RF Spectrum

The RF Spectrum view monitors and identifies any potential interference source. The Spectrum view
can determine an interfering signal's centre frequency, bandwidth, amplitude, and the GNSS signal
bands potentially subject to impact (L1, L2, L5 L-band signal bands). The initial view shows the GPS L1
spectrum. The example below highlights a settings cog icon in the top right, which provides RF Spectrum
and HDR Mode configuration options.

RF Spectrum view with Frequency (MHz) on X axis and Power dBm on Y axis.

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6.6.3.1 RF Spectrum tab

Clicking on the RF Spectrum settings icon will open the Configure RF Spectrum window, allowing users
to select particular frequencies (L1, L2, L5 and L-BAND), which will change the RF Spectrum view
accordingly, allowing for the monitoring of received signals used by different GNSS systems and their
associated signal type.

To focus on a particular area of the radio spectrum, the user first selects WIDE BAND (pre-selected),
PASS BAND or FILTER BAND (the filter band is only visible when an ITK license is enabled).

Clicking upon PASS BAND presents an option to toggle between specific frequency signals such as, in
the case of the L1 frequency, 'GPSL1', 'GLONASSL1', 'BEIDOUB1I', 'BEIDOUB1C' and 'GALILEOE1'.

As detailed in the next section, a filter must be defined and active to select the FILTER BAND view.

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6.6.3.2 Filters tab

With an active ITK software license option, Quantum can configure and apply digital RF filters (a
maximum of two filters) within the interfaced LD8 or LD900 receiver. These software filters can provide
up to 30 dBs of protection from unwanted RF signals.

To illustrate the use of filters, consider an example scenario of an interfering signal at carrier 1582.5 MHz
with a 100 KHz bandwidth. Initially, the user can observe interference within the RF Spectrum Pass Band
- GPS L1 view. The spectrum view allows the user to estimate the centre frequency of the interfering
carrier and to estimate the interference power:

Interference identified within the RF Spectrum Pass Band - GPS L1 view

The spectrum view lets the user estimate the interfering carrier's centre frequency and interference
power. A logical first step would be to enable HDR Mode for the L1 signal band:

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The user selects the filters tab and adds a notch filter at 1582.5 MHz with a 1Mhz bandwidth. Shown
below are the filter configuration options, with the chosen values highlighted. Parameters are set and
applied:

The red and green graphic at the bottom of the filter configuration window illustrates the frequency of the
notch filter (red) and the mirrored filter, which is a byproduct. The green section denotes the part of the
spectrum reserved for the signal; in this example, GPS L1 centred on 1575.42 MHz:

The spectrum view now displays an active GPS L1 Notch filter:

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Selecting the filter band view allows observation of the effectiveness of the GPS L1 filter. This view is
only available once a filter is active:

The GPS L1 filter view:

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The notch filter is visible, with a second notch filter created as an automatic byproduct of the software
filtering. The interference peak is still visible but suppressed. With the GPS L1 notch filter active, we can
note the GPS L1 SNR values return to normal and stable signal strengths.

6.6.3.3 HDR Mode tab

Selecting the HDR Mode tab provides the ability to enable HDR (High Dynamic Range) Mode on L1, L2,
L5, Primary L-band and Secondary L-band frequency bands. HDR mode assists with signal tracking
when signal strength is low or interference is present. If any signal tracking issues occur (interference,
low or no signal tracking), enabling HDR Mode will help restore signal tracking.

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6.7 Tides View – Descriptions

Tides views are not available unless the Quantum Tides feature is activated with the Quantum Software
license. Please refer to section Quantum - Software Licenses for further details.

6.7.1 Tides - GNSS

The Tides-GNSS view displays following information:

• Min Height - Smallest position height in the last interval

• Max Height - Largest position height in the last interval

• Mean Height - Mean of the position heights within the last interval

• Height SD - SD of the sample heights in the last interval

• Sample Count - Percentage of available samples for the current interval

Tides GNSS view

6.7.2 Tides - Doodson

The Tides - Doodson view displays following information:

• Mean - Mean MSS tide is the mean of all tides above MSS estimated by the Doodson filter.

• Latest - Latest MSS tide is the tide above MSS estimated by the Doodson filter.

• Draft - Calculated as the current Doodson value minus the Doodson value for the first record.

Tides Doodson view

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NOTE
There is a 39 hour (hold-off) initialisation period for Quantum to calculate and
display Tides Doodson values.

6.7.3 Tides – Status

The Tides - Status view displays following information:

Information Details
Displayed if sufficient samples during the last
Sample interval were used.
Count Green=True (at least 50%)
Red=False
Displayed if a data gap is detected (data gaps
Data Gap are not desired)
Identifier Green icon=True (attention required)
Red icon=False (this is desired status)
Status showing if the hold-off period is active.
Hold off
Green=True
Period
Red=False

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If the Hold-off Period is active (green), then a Hold off countdown bar is displayed. The bar shows the
remaining time until the end of the hold-off period is reached:

Tides Status view – Hold off period active

6.7.4 Resource Use

Displays the disk space used within the tides folder:

Tides - Resource Use

6.7.5 Tides – PPP Height – Time Series

Displays the maximum (green) average (blue) and minimum (red) PPP height values (metres) over time
(past 72 hours).

Tides - PPP Height - Times Series

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6.8 System Status View

6.8.1 System Status

Displays the status of the hardware platform on which Quantum is operational:

System Status

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7 Troubleshooting
Use this section to assist with any problems encountered when using Quantum. Significant errors will
trigger system notifications. These notifications will provide advice on how to troubleshoot the issue.

Example problem 1

Upon configuring Quantum on a PC to connect to a Veripos receiver, the following message appears:

Solution

Check the receiver IP address and ensure that the IP address entered in Quantum is correct. Also
ensure the correct receiver type is selected during configuration. Check that the Ethernet cable is
properly connected between the Veripos receiver and the Quantum PC.

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Example problem 2

When using Quantum, with a software license obtained for existing PC and then attempting to launch
Quantum on another PC using the same license, the following message will be displayed:

Solution

The license code used on the previous PC is still valid, this license must be entered on the new Quantum
PC. Go to the Authorisations menu on the previous Quantum PC, copy the Quantum software license
and then enter the same license on the new PC. If it is not possible to recover the code from the old PC,
contact the Veripos Helpdesk who will be able to provide the license code.

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Example problem 3

Quantum is flashing red and none of the display tiles are populated:

Solution

Check the Notifications Tab. Notifications in the Status section should provide an insight into why the
Quantum system is alarming.

If the Veripos receiver in-use is working normally, check the Ethernet connection to the Quantum PC.

Check the status of the Veriposreceiver in-use. If the receiver also shows a loss of position or
corrections, check antenna(s) and cabling.

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Example problem 4

Sidebar has an amber border:

Solution

An amber sidebar indicates a non-critical issue with either the active or backup solution.

If, as shown in the example above, there is a blue spinner displayed next to one of the solutions, this
indicates that the solution is currently converging. No action is required; the solution will settle after
around 30 minutes.

Other situations can cause an amber sidebar, such as the backup solution being uncorrected, active
solution having timed-out and system reverting to the backup solution.

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Example problem 5

A heading input is configured in Quantum, but no heading views can be selected

Solution

To display heading information, the Quantum license must include the heading feature. Check the
Authorisations page to confirm if there is an active heading license. Contact the Veripos Helpdesk to
activate if required.

Example problem 6

A Veripos receiver is subscribed to the Apex5 service, but the Quantum display suggests that not all
available constellations are being used:

Solution

Not all constellations are available at all locations. The Apex5 solution utilises a number of GNSS
constellations. The solution actively adds or remove constellations as they become available or
unavailable.

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8 Reference information
8.1 Tides Formats
8.1.1 Tideinfo file format

Tideinfo file format description

The TideInfo.txt file contains current system height and tide information at the Averaging Period as
configured by the user. This file contains comma delimited strings with variable length fields. Null fields
indicate that no information is currently available; they should not be interpreted as ’zero’. A checksum is
included for extra robustness. Negative tide is low tide and positive tide is high tide respectively.

Tideinfo sentence structure & example

$UltraTide,20070228,21:40:00,28,600,600,5236.2830,N,00143.5184,E,5.74,0.08,0.07,5.66,5.82,5.45,0
.29,0.02,5.72,44.84,0.00,0.27,EGM96*2B

Tideinfo sentence defined

Content Format Unit Notes

$UltraTide or $ApexTide (dependent on active PPP
0 TalkerID [-]
calculation)
Identifies year, month and day for which all information in
1 yyyymmdd [-]
the string is valid.
hh:mm:ss (UTC)

Time (UTC or Identifies time in UTC or GPS for which all information in the
2
or GPS) string is valid.
ssssssssss
(GPS)
Sequential number incrementing by 1 for each averaging
Sequence
3 numerical period. Maximum is 99999999 after which an automatic
Number
reset back to 1 takes place.
User selected period over which Veripos Apex or Ultra
Averaging
4 numerical heights are averaged in seconds. Minimum is 60, maximum
Period
is 3600.
Number of Veripos Apex or Ultra height samples that were
Sample included to derive the antenna height average. Minimum is
5 numerical
Count 50% of ‘Averaging Period’. The sample count will increase
every epoch if set to 1hz
ddmm.mmmm

(degrees,
6 Latitude minutes and Location where height and tide information is valid.
decimal
minutes)

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Content Format Unit Notes

Latitude
7 c N or S
Hemisphere
dddmm.mmmm

(degrees,
8 Longitude minutes and Location where height and tide information is valid.
decimal
minutes)
Longitude
9 c E or W
Hemisphere
Mean of the Veripos Apex or Ultra heights during the
10 Mean Height hh.hh (metres)
‘Averaging Period’
Mean of the Height SD’s associated with the Veripos Apex
Mean of
11 hh.hh (metres) or Ultra heights during the ‘Averaging Period’. This is an
Height SD
indication of the quality of the Veripos Apex or Ultra heights
Standard deviation of the Veripos Apex or Ultra heights
SD of during the ‘Averaging Period’. This is an indication if the
12 hh.hh (metres)
Heights variation of the height due to vessel motion and position
quality.
Minimum of Minimum of theVeripos Apex or Ultra heights during the
13 hh.hh (metres)
Heights ‘Averaging Period’
Maximum of Maximum of theVeripos Apex or Ultra heights during the
14 hh.hh (metres)
Heights ‘Averaging Period’
Estimated antenna height above Mean Sea Surface from
15 Doodson hh.hh (metres)
the Doodson filter. First available after 39 hours.
Local tide based on the Mean Sea Surface derived from the
16 MSS Tide hh.hh (metres)
Doodson filter. First available after 39 hours.
Local tide relative to user selected Geoid (see field 22).
17 Geoid Tide hh.hh (metres)
Available instantaneously after ‘hold-off’ time
Antenna
18 hh.hh (metres) User entered height of the antenna above the waterline.
Height
Geoid Local offset between the user selected Geoid and the
19 hh.hh (metres)
Separation WGS84 reference ellipsoid.
The draft. Calculated as the current Doodson value minus
20 Draft hh.hh (metres)
the Doodson value for the first record.
The vertical bias detected between MSS Tide and Geoid
21 Vertical Bias hh.hh (metres) Tide. Calculated as Antenna Height minus Doodson plus
Draft.
22 Geoid Model - EGM96 or EGM08

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8.1.2 Sprint_Tides file format

Sprint_Tides file format description

The SPRINT_Tides.txt file contains the current UltraTide with the opposite sign compared to the MSS
Tide contained in the TideInfo.txt and Doodson.txt files. This file contains comma delimited strings with
variable length fields. Null fields indicate that no information is currently available; they should not be
interpreted as ’zero’. A checksum is included for extra robustness. Negative tide is high tide and positive
tide is low tide respectively.

Sprint_Tides sentence structure & example

12,20,22,09,2006,-0.88

Sprint_Tides sentence defined

Content Format Unit Notes

Hours in the day (UTC). Time for which all information in the string is
0 Hours HH
valid.
Minutes in the day (UTC). Time for which all information in the string is
1 Minutes MM
valid.
2 Day DD Day in the month.
3 Month MM Month in the year.
4 Year YYYY Year.
Local UltraTide based on the Mean Sea Surface derived from the
hh.hh
5 UltraTide Doodson filter. First available after 39 hours. Set as 99999.99 when no
(metres)
UltraTide value is available.
* c Fixed end delimiter (real time output only)
cc Checksum (real time output only)

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9 Contact information
All initial contacts regarding technical or support issues should be initially addressed to Veripos Support.
Where appropriate Support will refer issues to the regional operations and engineering teams.

9.1 Veripos Support details

Veripos Support website https://veripos.com/support
Veripos Support telephone +44 1224 965900
Veripos Support e-mail [email protected]

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10 Appendix
10.1 Veripos PPP station ID’s
Service Station ID NMEA station ID
Ultra 68 0068
Ultra2 68 + 75 0268
Apex 81 0081
Apex2 81 + 82 0281
Apex5 81 + 82 + 91 + 92 + 62 0581*

*When Apex5 solution uses less than 5 GNSS constellations, the NMEA station ID will change according to the number of
constellations in-use e.g. 0381 if 3 constellations are in-use.

10.2 Veripos reference stations

The latest Veripos station listing can be found on the Veripos support website.

10.3 MF / IALA beacons

A listing of IALA MF stations is available from https://www.iala-aism.org.

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10.4 L-band coverage map

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