Racelogic launches wideband system at ION GNSS+

LabSat 3 by Racelogic is a lightweight and portable system for GNSS testing, capable of recording and replaying the raw radio signals including GPS L1, GLONASS L1, Galileo E1, BeiDou B1, QZSS and SBAS. LabSat 3 records real-world data, reproducing all GNSS artefacts on the laboratory bench, including multipath, ionospheric effects and signal dropouts. There is no limit to the number of satellites that can be logged.

The ION GNSS+ 2016 Exhibition will include the launch of the new LabSat 3 Wideband system, which offers significantly higher bandwidth and enhanced frequency range. With three RF channels and up to 50 MHz bandwidth per channel, LabSat 3 Wideband will record and replay most current GNSS signals including GPS L1, L2 and L5, all in one file.

Features include RF data recording up to 3-bit quantization together with bandwidth up to 50 MHz. A removable battery pack offers more than two hours of record time. All of the fetures come in a compact, lightweight package weighing under 1.2 kilograms.

One-touch control, data capture to removable media, dual CAN, RS232 and Digital I/O record and replay capability ensures that the LabSat 3 range is a convenient system for any developer who requires realistic testing at a competitive price.

Also available is SatGen, the simulation software that allows for the creation of user-generated scenarios to be replayed through the LabSat. SatGen has recently been upgraded so that not only can it provide GPS, GLONASS and BeiDou signals, it now includes a real-time capability. This allows for GNSS RF signals to be created with a current time stamp. SatGen is a powerful tool for those wishing to test new GNSS devices with any dynamics, location or time.