Global Positioning Systems (GPS)
GPS Timing Reference offers field-portable operation.
Press Release Summary:
MGTR GPS Timing Reference system performs synchronized end-to-end tests of line protection schemes. Equipped with 12-channel GPS timing receiver integrated with proprietary microprocessor-controlled timing and interface logic, unit simultaneously tracks all available GPS satellites to gather precise timing information. In addition, unit provides a standard 1 pulse/sec, ASCII serial time message, external event time-tag, and a 10 MHz output signal.Original Press Release:
Megger Launches New State-of-the-Art GPS Timing Reference (MGTR)
Megger Launches New State-of-the-Art GPS Timing Reference (MGTR)
Designed as a technologically advanced GPS satellite receiver system that allows users to perform synchronized End-to-End tests of line protection schemes. The new field-portable Megger MGTR works with the Megger MPRT and Pulsar relay test systems and ensures the highest accuracy possible for a variety of timing applications.
The MGTR uses a precise Programmed Output Pulse (POP) that provides a trigger synchronization of two or more MPRT or Pulsar test systems to less than 1 µ Sec of the Universal Time Coordinated (UTC). After a short period of time tracking GPS satellites, the accuracy of the unit approaches that of the Cesium clocks in the GPS satellites.
Equipped with a twelve-channel GPS timing receiver, that is integrated with proprietary microprocessor-controlled timing and interface logic, the unit quickly and simultaneously tracks all available GPS satellites and is able to gather precise timing information. In addition, the unit provides a standard 1 Pulse Per Second (PPS), ASCII serial time message, external event time-tag and a 10 MHz output signal.
The MGTR also features Intelligent Holdover and FastStart technologies that provide near-Rubidium holdover characteristics in the absence of GPS signals, and precision and stability in record time. These features are a particularly valuable asset when performing End-to-End tests near government facilities, which may locally block GPS signals or in urban canyon areas.
Weighing only 1.0 lb (0.453 kg), the MGTR is small, lightweight and comes with a 50 ft. (15.2 m) long cable and an all-weather, high-performance, high-noise immunity antenna. The antenna is designed with an integrated low-noise preamplifier and comes with a 4-inch antenna mount.
Control of the MGTR is through a standard RS-232 serial connection and an adapter cable with a 9-pin D-sub connection. Software is included to communicate with and control the unit.
Megger is one of the world's leading manufacturers and suppliers of electrical test and measurement equipment. With research, engineering and manufacturing facilities in the USA and UK, combined with sales and technical support in most countries, Megger is uniquely well placed to meet the needs of its customers worldwide.
For further information please contact:
Gary Guthrie, Megger; Email: Gary.Guthrie@megger.com
Inquiries:
Megger, 4271 Bronze Way, Dallas, TX 75237-1019
T: 1-800-723-2861
T: 1-214-333-3201
F: 1-214-331-7399
www.megger.com
