The MD203 GNSS Compass delivers heading and positioning information, and provides unparalleled continuous performance using Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS). The robust, rugged housing is sealed for the harshest environments. It incorporates fixed and pole mounting capability for both marine and land applications.

The MD203 supports both NMEA 0183 and NMEA 2000 protocols and the unit delivers accurate and continuous performance, including position, heading, heave, pitch, and roll. Integrated gyro and tilt sensors give fast start-up times and heading updates.

During periods of short satellite signal loss, the inertial sensor automatically takes over as the prime source for heading determination until the GNSS comes back on line.

The MD203 is capable of replacing several vessel instruments with one compact navigation tool. The stability and maintenance-free design replaces traditional gyrocompasses and stand-alone GPS units at a fraction of the cost.

Features

True heading anywhere on earth
0.5º heading accuracy
Heading accuracy unaffected by the latitude
Heading available in periods of GNSS drop-outs
Compliant to WAAS, EGNOS and MSAS Satellite Based Augmentation Systems
Replaces several instruments with one robust, integrated product
Only paired cable (no coax) between the mast unit and the equipment on the bridge
20 Hz update rate on heading, rate of turn and position measurements (configurable)
Output of data on Ethernet
1PPS out synchronisation signal