Digital Compass suits limited-space OEM applications.
January 25, 2007 -
Featuring MEMS accelerometer for horizontal 3-axis positioning, with tilt compensation up to ±60°, OS1000 Digital Compass is 1 in.² PCB with RS232 connector that can be embedded into another device to provide precise heading, roll, and pitch data. Solid-state device is accurate to ±1° at level heading and offers ±0.1° max resolution. Operating on 3.5-18 Vdc power, unit provides 0.01-20 Hz continuous update rate and has ASCII interface with hard-iron calibration.
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Digital Compass Has Tiny Footprint, Big Performance
A new, low-cost, 3-axis, tilt-compensated, solid-state digital compass for OEM applications such as antenna positioning, GPS integration, attitude reference, robotics control, platform leveling, and laser range finding is being introduced by OceanServer Technology, Inc. of Fall River, MA.
The OS1000 Digital Compass is a 1" sq. PCB with an RS232 connector that can easily be embedded into another device and provides precise heading and roll and pitch data, which is ideal for rapid attitude measurement. Featuring a MEMS accelerometer for horizontal 3-axis positioning, with tilt compensation up to ±60°, this tiny compass is accurate to ±1° at level heading and offers ±0.1° resolution, depending upon the mounting and operating environment.
Designed for applications where size, functionality, and low-cost are keys to successful integration, the OS1000 Digital Compass can be supplied with a USB connection and a pressure transducer for water depth measurement. It operates on 3.5-18 VDC power, provides a 0.01-20 Hz continuous update rate, and has a simple to use ASCII interface which includes hard-iron calibration.
The OS1000 Digital Compass sells for $249.00 each or $199.00 ea. for 10; available at www.ocean-server.com , with larger quantity discounts offered.
For more information contact:
OceanServer Technology, Inc.
Jim Kirk, Marketing Director
151 Martine St.
Fall River, MA 02723
(508) 678-0550 x103 FAX (508) 678-0552
e-mail: kirk@ocean-server.com www.ocean-server.com
Contacts:
Marketing:
Jim Kirk Marketing Director
USA
Phone: 508-678-0550 ext 103
FAX: 508-678-0552 E-mail this person Company Information: Name: OceanServer Technology Inc. Address: 151 Martine St. City: Fall River State: MA ZIP: 02723 Country: USA Phone: 508-678-0550 FAX: 508-678-0552
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