MT 1200
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Overview
Built on the proud heritage of the Kantronics KPC-3+, the very compact MT1200 and MT1200G Mobile Tracker allow users to transmit real-time vehicle tracking information for use in APRS networks or NMEA interface mapping software packages. Kantronics has developed the MT1200 units to meet the needs of today, with an eye toward emerging applications. Able to communicate in a variety of formats, including TCP/IP, and LSUB, the MT1200 units are seamless and transparent radio link substitutes.
The MT1200 and MT1200G may be utilized within an existing packet network, using the Mobile Tracker unit as a mobile, and a Kantronics legacy TNC at the base. The basic Kantronics MT1200 may be used with an external NMEA GPS receiver and the Kantronics MT1200G includes an embedded GPS with active magnetic mount antenna. Both MT1200 versions include 512K flash memory for extended GPS or temetry data logging or storage.
Mobile Tracker units are ideal for a variety of roles. They are well made, engineered for dependability and low in cost. It's no wonder Kantronics units are in use around the world.
MT1200 Applications Include:
The MT1200 can be used in the field with a radio to form a mobile data terminal, or (with the internal GPS option or the addition of an external GPS receiver) a GPS mobile "tracker".
MT1200 Features
MT1200 Specifications
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| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 0.95"×4.9"×3.0" (24 mm × 125 mm × 76 mm) (including mounting tabs) |
| Weight | 4.8 oz (0.136 kg) |
| Power Requirements | |
| Voltage | DC 12 V nominal |
| Current | < 35 mA (LEDs on, unit active, no GPS) <75 mA (LEDs on, GPS active w/antenna) |
| External Power Connector | RIA Connect RIACON series, type 169, 3 pin (31169103) |
| External Signal Ports | DB-9 female (radio port) DB-9 female (computer/data terminal) Telemetry plug - RIA Connect PlugCon series, type 374, 10 pin (ASP05110) |
| Analog Measurement Inputs (A/D Converter) | Two inputs; 0 V to +3.3 V, 8-bit accuracy |
| Radio Port | |
| Data Rate | 1200 bps |
| External Carrier Detect | Pulldown to ground (normal or inverted) |
| PTT Output | Open drain, max +60 V dc, max 115 mA max |
| Audio Output: | |
| Level | Continuously adjustable from 1 mV p-p to 1.7 V p-p |
| Output Impedance | 600 Ohm, AC coupled |
| Modulation | 1200 bps FSK half duplex, Bell 202 1200 Hz/2200 Hz |
| Audio Input: | |
| Input Sensitivity | 5 mV p-p |
| Input Dynamic Range | > 70 dB |
| Input Impedance | Unbalanced, 10 kOhm (600 Ohm with jumper J3 installed) |
| Max Input Voltage | ±12 V dc; 35 V p-p sinusoidal |
| General | |
| Operating Modes | AX.25, KISS, XKISS, Linesub, MODEM |
| LED Indicators | Power, Xmit, Rcv, Connected, Status, GPS Ant, GPS Valid (user option on/off) |
| Remote Control Access | All controller functions, user-defined password |
| Operating Protocols | AX.25 Levels 1 and 2 (user-selectable) |
| Embedded GPS Receiver (MT1200G only) | |
| Type | Trimble Lassen iQ GPS module |
| Operational (COCOM) Limits Altitude Velocity | 18,000 m 515 m/s Note: either may be exceeded, but not both. |
| General Velocity | L1 (1575.42 Mhz) frequency, C/A code, 12-channel, continuous tracking receiver. |
| General | L1 (1575.42 Mhz) frequency, C/A code, 12-channel, continuous tracking receiver. |
| Accuracy Horizontal Altitude Velocity | < 5 m (50 %), < 8 m (90 %) < 10 m (50 %), < 16 m (90 %) 0.06 m/s |
| Acquisition times Reacquisition Hot Start Warm Start Cold Start | (Autonomous Operation in Standard Sensitivity Mode) < 2 s (90 %) < 10 s (50 %), < 13 s (90 %) < 38 s (50 %), < 42 s (90 %) < 50 s (50 %), < 84 s (90 %) Cold start requires no initialization. Warm start implies last position, time, and almanac are saved by backup power. Hot start implies ephemeris also saved. |
Specifications subject to change without notice or obligation.
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