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KVH DSP-3000
Fiber Optic Gyro
Technical Manual

DSP-3000
DSP-3000 Fiber Optic Gyro
Technical Manual
This manual provides detailed guidelines for the proper installation
and operation of the KVH DSP-3000 fiber optic gyro (FOG).

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KVH Part # 54-0215 Rev. C

© 2005-2007 KVH Industries, Inc. All rights reserved.
Protected by U.S. and foreign patents
KVH® is a registered trademark of KVH Industries, Inc.
Table of Contents
1 Introduction ........................................................... 1
1.1 Scope of this Manual.....................................................................1
1.2 Product Description ......................................................................1
1.2.1 Output Orientation ...............................................................5
1.2.2 Interface Connector .............................................................5

2 Digital 100 Hz Asynchronous Interface............................ 7

2.1 Description ...................................................................................7
2.1.1 User Commands..................................................................8
2.2 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Asynchronous Operation ................9
2.2.1 Wiring Guidelines ................................................................9
2.3 Preliminary Testing .....................................................................10
2.3.1 Test Procedure ..................................................................10

3 Digital 1000 Hz Asynchronous Interface .........................12

3.1 Description .................................................................................12
3.1.1 Message Structure ............................................................13
3.1.2 Message Content ..............................................................13
3.1.3 Message Rates..................................................................14
3.1.4 Synchronization .................................................................14
3.2 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Asynchronous Operation ..............15
3.2.1 Wiring Guidelines ..............................................................15
3.3 Preliminary Testing .....................................................................16
3.3.1 Test Procedure ..................................................................16

4 Digital 1000 Hz Synchronous Interface...........................18

4.1 Description .................................................................................18
4.1.1 Message Structure ............................................................19
4.1.2 Message Content ..............................................................20
4.1.3 Message Rates..................................................................20

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4.2 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Synchronous Operation ................ 21
4.2.1 Wiring Guidelines .............................................................. 21
4.3 Preliminary Testing ..................................................................... 22
4.3.1 Test Procedure .................................................................. 22

5 Analog Interface .................................................... 24

5.1 Description ................................................................................. 24
5.1.1 Analog Output Voltage Generation.................................... 24
5.1.2 Rate Scaling ...................................................................... 24
5.2 Wiring the Gyro for Analog Operation....................................... 25
5.2.1 Wiring Guidelines .............................................................. 25
5.3 Preliminary Testing ..................................................................... 27
5.3.1 Test Procedure .................................................................. 27

6 Mounting the Gyro .................................................. 28

7 Troubleshooting..................................................... 29

Appendix A Patent Protection*......................................... 30

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1 Introduction
1.1 Scope of this Manual
This technical manual supports KVH Industries’ DSP-3000 series fiber optic gyros with
digital or analog output. Technical and performance specifications, interfaces, installation
and testing guidelines, and a brief troubleshooting guide are included. This manual covers
the DSP-3000 model gyros with the following part numbers:

Table 1: Gyro Part Numbers

Part No. Output
02-1222-01 Digital, 100 Hz asynchronous

02-1222-02 Digital, 1000 Hz synchronous

02-1222-03 Analog

02-1222-04 Digital, 1000 Hz master synchronous

02-1222-07 Digital, 1000 Hz asynchronous

1.2 Product Description

The DSP-3000 is a single-axis interferometric fiber optic gyro for use in a wide range of
applications, including antenna and optical stabilization, navigation, positioning,
aerospace (AHRS), IMUs, robotics, and instrumentation. Based on proprietary
polarization-maintaining fiber and precision FOG technology, the DSP-3000 employs a
digital signal processor and an all-fiber, open loop optical circuit. The gyro measures
angular rate of rotation, which can be integrated to allow turning angle to be measured
accurately. Operating from a nominal 5 VDC, it outputs a digital or analog message with
input rates of up to ±375 degrees per second for digital versions, or ±100 degrees per
second for the analog version. The DSP-3000 is self-initializing and ready for use
approximately 5 seconds after power is applied.

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 Product specifications are listed in Table 2. Please read the entire manual prior to making
connections between the unit and your system.

Table 2: Product Specifications

Attribute Rating
Performance
Digital Analog
Maximum Input Rate ±375°/sec ±100°/sec

Scale Factor

Linearity (room temp) 1000 ppm, 1σ of full scale, 500 ppm, 1σ of full scale
for ±375°/sec

500 ppm, 1σ of full scale,

for ±150°/sec
Temperature Sensitivity 500 ppm, 1σ 500 ppm, 1σ

Error (full rate & temp) 1500 ppm, 1σ 1000 ppm, 1σ

Bias

Offset (room temp) ±20°/hr ±100°/hr

Stability (room temp)* 1°/hr, 1σ 3°/hr, 1σ

Temperature Sensitivity 6°/hr, 1σ 20°/hr, 1σ

(<1°C/min)

Bandwidth (3 dB) >40 Hz, 100 Hz

100 Hz asynchronous

>400 Hz,
1000 Hz synchronous or
asynchronous

Update Rate 100/sec, 2000/sec

100 Hz asynchronous

1000/sec,
1000 Hz synchronous or
asynchronous

Angle Random Walk (noise)* 4°/hr/√Hz 6°/hr/√Hz

0.0667°/√hr 0.1°/√hr

Initialization Time (valid data) <5 sec

* Bias Stability and Angle Random Walk determined by Allan variance method.

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 Table 2: Product Specifications (Continued)
Attribute Rating
Electrical
Digital Analog
Input Voltage +5 VDC ±10%

Power Consumption 3 watts maximum (2 watts typical)

Output

Type 38,400 Baud (RS-232), ±2 VDC full scale,

100 Hz asynchronous differential

115,200 Baud (RS-232), ±1 VDC full scale,

1000 Hz asynchronous single-ended
3.072 MHz serial,
1000 Hz synchronous
Format (selectable) Rate, Incremental Angle, or Rate
Integrated Angle

Physical

Dimensions 3.5" x 2.3" x 1.3"

(88.9 mm x 58.42 mm x 33.02 mm)

Weight 0.6 lbs (0.27 kg)

Environmental

Operating Temperature -40°F to +167°F (-40°C to +75°C)

Storage Temperature -58°F to +185°F (-50°C to +85°C)

Shock (functional) Functional sawtooth 40 g, 6-10 msec

Random Vibration 20 to 2000 Hz, 8 g rms, operational

MTBF >55,000 hours, ground mobile

In all cases while operating, input rate must not exceed ±500°/second. If
the input rate exceeds ±500°/second, physical damage will not occur but
the output data will become unreliable, regardless of the validity BIT.

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 An interface control drawing (ICD) illustrating the dimensions, connector placement, and
mounting holes is provided in Figure 1.

All dimensions are shown in inches [millimeters] format.

Figure 1: Interface Control Drawing

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1.2.1 Output Orientation
The DSP-3000 senses rotation on an axis perpendicular to the plane of the baseplate. An
arrow on the product’s serial number label (located on the side of the unit) shows the
rotational direction corresponding to a positive output. Looking at the gyro from overhead,
a clockwise rotation will produce a positive output.

Figure 2: Clockwise Rotation

To minimize output errors and cross-coupling to the sensitive axis of the gyro, the
mounting surface should be parallel to the plane normal to the rotational axis. If this
alignment is not observed, the output data will vary as a function of the cosine of the
misalignment angle.

1.2.2 Interface Connector

The DSP-3000 is equipped with a 15-pin interface connector of the following type: Tyco
Electronics’ single-row Dualobe connector (Tyco part number SSM015L2HN). With the
connector positioned at the top of the gyro wall (as shown in Figure 1), pin 1 is located on
the right side when viewing the connector head-on. Figure 3 shows the gyro interface
connector pins, and Table 3 on the following page lists the function of each pin.

Figure 3: Gyro Connector Pins (Head-on View)

Pin 15 Pin 1

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 Table 3: Gyro Connector Pin-outs
Pin Function Type Characteristics
1 +5 V PWR Power Positive +5 VDC supply

2 +5 V RTN Power Return Ground

3 Chassis Gnd Shield Ground

4 Rate + Analog Differential with Rate -

5 Rate - Analog Differential with Rate +

6 Analog Gnd Ground Ground Reference for Rate + / Rate -

7 Spare - Reserved for Future Use

8 BIT TTL Built In Test (High Indicates Fault)

9 Tx RS-232 Async Serial Transmit Line

10 Rx RS-232 Async Serial Receive Line

11 Gnd TTL Digital Ground

12 Tclk TTL Sync Serial Port Transmit Clock

13 Tdata TTL Sync Serial Port Transmit Data

14 Tsync TTL Sync Serial Port Transmit Frame Sync

15 Msync TTL Sync Serial Port Receive Frame Sync

For a suitable mating connector, use Tyco Electronics’ single-row Dualobe plug assembly
with flying leads (Tyco part number SSL015PC2DCXXXN, where XXX is length in
inches). This mating connector, with 12" leads, is available from KVH (KVH part
number 32-0780).

The next three sections explain the different interface options:

• Digital 100 Hz Asynchronous: see page 7

• Digital 1000 Hz Asynchronous: see page 12

• Digital 1000 Hz Synchronous: see page 18

• Analog: see page 24

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2 Digital 100 Hz Asynchronous Interface
2.1 Description (KVH Part No. 02-1222-01)
Connector pins 9 (transmit) and 10 (receive), with ground pin 11, provide an
asynchronous serial interface to the gyro. This interface has the following characteristics:

Type: RS-232
Baud Rate: 38,400 Baud
Parity: None
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None

Both transmit and receive functions are available with this interface. Since transmit (Tx)
and receive (Rx) designations refer to the gyro as the source, “transmit” is an output from
the gyro, and “receive” is an input to the gyro. The “transmit” output has the following
format:
Output Burst Rate: 100/second (approximate, see Note 1)

Output Format: ASCII text consisting of two decimal data words (separated by a
space), followed by a carriage return/line feed sequence:
(-)xxx.xxxxxx y
(-)xxx.xxxxxx = Data Word 1
y = Data Word 2

Output Data Word 1: Three user-selectable formats:

Rate (in degrees/second) = the average over the interval from the
last output; this is the default mode at power-up
Incremental Angle (in degrees) = the angular change from the
last output
Integrated Angle (in degrees) = the rotation angle modulo 360
from an arbitrarily user-chosen zero reference (see “Z” on the
following page)

Output Data Word 2: BIT; ASCII 1 = “Data Valid,” ASCII 0 = “Fault”

Note 1: The output burst rate may vary, gyro-to-gyro, by ±2 to ±3 percent. There is also a variation over
temperature of approximately ±0.2 percent.

The “receive” input supports several user commands. The next section explains how to
access the maintenance mode and lists the available configuration commands.

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 2.1.1 User Commands
The following single-character user commands to the gyro are supported:

Table 4: Single-character User Commands

Command Function
R Switch output to Rate

A Switch output to Incremental Angle

P Switch output to Integrated Angle

Z Zero the Integrated Angle value

These single ASCII characters are input without a carriage return or line feed. A command
may need to be sent more than once for the command to execute.

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2.2 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Asynchronous Operation
Use the wiring diagram below as a guide to connect the gyro to your application.

Figure 4: Wiring Diagram

(Asynchronous Operation)
DC SUPPLY
+5 VDC
1 5 VDC
POWER COMMON
2 RETURN
CASE GROUND
3

5
COMPUTER
6 COM PORT

7 1
RX
8 2
TX TX
9 3
RX
10 4
SIGNAL COMMON SIG GND
11 5
12 6
13 7
14 8
15 9

2.2.1 Wiring Guidelines

Be sure to follow the guideline below to ensure optimum performance.
• The chassis ground, pin 3, as well as the housing, should be coupled to the system
ground with minimum impedance. The surface on which the gyro is mounted
should not inject AC noise onto the gyro housing as it will radiate into the gyro
electronics.

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 2.3 Preliminary Testing
Before connecting and mounting the gyro to your system, a simple familiarization test is
suggested if this is your first introduction to the product. This test will also verify proper
unit operation and assist in troubleshooting.

Equipment needed to test the gyro:

• +5 VDC power supply
• Computer with an RS-232 input and a terminal emulation program
(such as Windows Hyperterminal)
• Interface cable with a female 15-pin single-row Dualobe connector on
one end and a DB9 connector on the other end, wired as shown in
Figure 4 on page 9

2.3.1 Test Procedure

Follow the steps below to test the gyro for proper operation.

1. Place the DSP-3000 module on a flat surface with the mounting surface down.

2. Connect the +5 VDC (±10%) power supply positive to pin 1; connect the negative
to pins 2 and 3.

3. Connect the DB9 plug from the test cable harness to the computer’s COM port.
Select the serial port (to which the cable was connected), open the test data
acquisition program, and select the following communications program settings:
• 38,400 baud
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• no parity
• no flow control

4. With the gyro held stationary, the indicated mean (30-second average) input rate
should be less than 0.005°/s, excluding Earth rate. If no data is received, check the
wiring for proper data line connection.
To calculate the Earth rate for your geographical area, use the following
formula:
Earth rate = -15.04107 x sin(latitude)
Note: Northern latitudes are positive and southern latitudes are negative.

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 5. Grasp the gyro and slowly rotate it in the direction of the arrow on its serial
number label. The output data should indicate a positive change.

6. Slowly rotate the gyro in the opposite direction. The output data should indicate a
negative change.

7. After the initial 5-second startup, the BIT data word (Data Word 2) should show
ASCII 1 (“data valid”) at all times. If the BIT shows ASCII 0 (“fault”), the gyro
has malfunctioned.

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 3 Digital 1000 Hz Asynchronous Interface
3.1 Description (KVH Part No. 02-1222-07)
Connector pin 9, with ground pin 11, provides an asynchronous serial interface to the
gyro. This interface has the following characteristics:

Type: RS-232
Baud Rate: 115,200 Baud
Parity: None
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None

The gyro’s output has the following format:

Output Burst Rate: 1000/second (approximate, see Note 1)

Output Format: Each character contains 10 bits:

• 1 start bit (Space, binary 0)
• 8 data bits (1 message byte, starting with LSB)
• 1 stop bit (Mark, binary 1)
An idle line is always marking, that is, in a binary 1 state. Four
characters in sequence constitute a basic message.
Note 1: The output burst rate may vary, gyro-to-gyro, by ±2 to ±3 percent. There is also a variation over
temperature of approximately ±0.2 percent.

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3.1.1 Message Structure
A basic message is 32 bits (4 bytes) long. The most significant byte (MSB) is sent first.
Table 5 and Figure 5 define the bits in the message.

Table 5: Message Bits

Bit(s) Usage Values
31 Message Validity 0 = Hardware BIT signal is low or contents are invalid
1 = Hardware BIT OK and contents are valid

30, 29 Synchronization See Section 3.1.4, “Synchronization”

28, 27 Type 0 = Rate data
1 = Incremental Angle data
2 = Integrated Angle data

26 Parity See Note 1

25 - 0 Content See Section 3.1.2, “Message Content”
Note 1: Preset Bit 26 to 1, then compute Bit 26 = Bit 0 ⊕ Bit 1 ⊕ Bit 2…⊕ Bit 25 ⊕ Bit 26 ⊕
Bit 27 ⊕ Bit 28 ⊕ Bit 29 ⊕ Bit 30 ⊕ Bit 31.

Figure 5: Message Structure

Byte 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4

24 31 16 23 8 15 0 7
Content

Parity
Type

Sync

Validity

Content

= Start Bit = Stop Bit

Note: In asynchronous protocol, the

least significant bit (LSB) is sent first.

3.1.2 Message Content

Use of the 26-bit Content field depends on the Type bits, as noted below.

Rate Data

When the Type bits indicate Rate Data, the contents are in two’s complement format. The
LSB represents 60 µ°/s, or 0.216°/hr.

Incremental Angle Data

When the Type bits indicate Incremental Angle Data, the contents are in two’s
complement format. The LSB represents 6 µ°.

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 Integrated Angle Data

When the Type bits indicate Integrated Angle data, the contents can be interpreted based
on the table below.

Table 6: Message Contents (Type Bits = Integrated Angle Data)

Bit(s) Usage Values
25, 24, 23 360° modulo counter Increment when crossing from 359 to 0.
Decrement when crossing from 0 to 359.
Bit 25 is MSB; Power-up value is 0.
22 - 0 0 <= integrated angle < 360 LSB (bit 0) value is 42.91534 µ°.

3.1.3 Message Rates

The rate at which the Rate or Integrated Angle information actually updates depends on
the application. Standard rate is 1000 Hz.

3.1.4 Synchronization
Message bits 29 and 30 make up the synchronization field for each message. These bits
conform to an eight-bit, continuously repeating pattern, as shown below.

1st Message 00
nd
2 Message 01
rd
3 Message 10
th
4 Message 11

This synchronization pattern allows you to design a receiver algorithm that can detect the
first byte of a message. For example, you could create a “state machine” with two modes:
Acquisition and Locked. In Acquisition mode, the state machine would examine the sixth
and seventh bits of each byte. Once it finds a byte position that exhibits the defined
synchronization pattern for 10 cycles in a row, and no other byte position has exhibited the
pattern for more than 3 of the last 10 cycles, the state machine would designate that byte
position as the first byte in the four-byte message. The state machine would then enter
Locked mode. In Locked mode, the state machine would continue to monitor each byte. If
the byte position that it designated as “first” does not match the synchronization pattern
for more than 3 out of 10 cycles, and a different byte position matches 7 or more, the state
machine would then designate the different byte position as the first byte.

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3.2 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Asynchronous Operation
Use the wiring diagram below as a guide to connect the gyro to your application.

Figure 6: Wiring Diagram

(Asynchronous Operation)
DC SUPPLY
+5 VDC
1 5 VDC
POWER COMMON
2 RETURN
CASE GROUND
3

5
COMPUTER
6 COM PORT

7 1
RX
8 2
TX
9 3
10 4
SIGNAL COMMON SIG GND
11 5
12 6
13 7
14 8
15 9

3.2.1 Wiring Guidelines

Be sure to follow the guideline below to ensure optimum performance.
• The chassis ground, pin 3, as well as the housing, should be coupled to the system
ground with minimum impedance. The surface on which the gyro is mounted
should not inject AC noise onto the gyro housing as it will radiate into the gyro
electronics.

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 3.3 Preliminary Testing
Before connecting and mounting the gyro to your system, a simple familiarization test is
suggested if this is your first introduction to the product. This test will also verify proper
unit operation and assist in troubleshooting.

Equipment needed to test the gyro:

• +5 VDC power supply
• Computer with an RS-232 input and a test data acquisition program
(customer-supplied)
• Interface cable with a female 15-pin single-row Dualobe connector on
one end and a DB9 connector on the other end, wired as shown in
Figure 6 on page 15

3.3.1 Test Procedure

Follow the steps below to test the gyro for proper operation.

1. Place the DSP-3000 module on a flat surface with the mounting surface down.

2. Connect the +5 VDC (±10%) power supply positive to pin 1; connect the negative
to pins 2 and 3.

3. Connect the DB9 plug from the test cable harness to the computer’s COM port.
Select the serial port (to which the cable was connected), open your test data
acquisition program, and select the following communications program settings:
• 115,200 baud
• 8 data bits
• 1 stop bit
• no parity
• no flow control

4. With the gyro held stationary, the indicated mean (30-second average) input rate
should be less than 0.005°/s, excluding Earth rate. If no data is received, check the
wiring for proper data line connection.
To calculate the Earth rate for your geographical area, use the following
formula:
Earth rate = -15.04107 x sin(latitude)
Note: Northern latitudes are positive and southern latitudes are negative.

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 5. Grasp the gyro and slowly rotate it in the direction of the arrow on its serial
number label. The output data should indicate a positive change.

6. Slowly rotate the gyro in the opposite direction. The output data should indicate a
negative change.

7. After the initial 5-second startup, the Message Validity bit (Bit 31 of the data
message) should show binary 1 (“data valid”) at all times. If the Message Validity
bit shows binary 0 (“fault”), the gyro has malfunctioned.

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 4 Digital 1000 Hz Synchronous Interface
4.1 Description (KVH Part No. 02-1222-02 & 02-1222-04)
The high-speed transistor-to-transistor level (TTL) synchronous serial interface provides
the same performance as the asynchronous interface, but with a standard output rate of
1000/sec. Figure 7 shows the typical signal timing for the interface.

Figure 7: High-speed Synchronous Signal Timing

Tclk (T=325ns)

Msync
(Optional) 145µs
±14.5µs
Tsync

Tdata 31 30 29 28 27 26 25 0
Parity
Type

Data
BIT
N/A

All signals are standard TTL, Active High, Logic Level 3.3V

The characteristics of the synchronous serial interface are listed in Table 7.

Table 7: Synchronous Serial Interface Characteristics

Signal Type
BIT (pin 8) – Built-in Test TTL Output
Low = OK, High = failure

Gnd (pin 11) – Ground Signal ground

Tclk (pin 12) – Clock TTL Output

Tdata (pin 13) – Serial Data TTL Output

1 = High

Tsync (pin 14) – Frame Sync TTL Output

Active high

Msync (pin 15) – Master Sync TTL Input

Optional Active high

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The BIT signal operates independently of the other signals in the interface.

The Clock rate is 3.072 MHz.

The Serial Data and Frame Sync are stable when the clock signal’s rising edge occurs.
The Data and Frame Sync change states when the clock signal’s falling edge occurs.

The Frame Sync signal becomes active high for the duration of the data message. The
Frame Sync becomes active on the falling edge where the MSB of the message is first
presented on the Data line. The Frame Sync becomes inactive on the falling edge
following the rising edge that is used to clock into the receiver the LSB of the message.
The Frame Sync remains inactive for at least one bit’s time between messages. When
there is no message present on the interface, the Frame Sync line is set to 0.

The optional MSync input is a standard TTL clock input signal with a frequency equal to
the gyro output rate. The MSync signal should have a duty cycle of 40-60%, and the
frequency tolerance should be 100 ppm or better. When the MSync signal becomes active
high, the data message shall begin on the Data line in about 145 µs ±10%.

4.1.1 Message Structure

The basic message is 32 bits long. The MSB is sent first. Table 8 defines the bits in the
message.

Table 8: Message Bits

Bit(s) Usage Values
31 Message 0 = Hardware BIT signal is low or contents are invalid
Validity
1 = Hardware BIT OK and contents are valid

30, 29 Not Used N/A

28, 27 Type 0 = Rate data
1 = Incremental angle data
2 = Integrated angle data

26 Parity Odd parity

25 - 0 Content See Section 4.1.2, “Message Content”

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 4.1.2 Message Content
Use of the 26-bit Content field depends on the Type bits, as noted below.

Rate Data

When the Type bits indicate Rate Data, the contents are in two’s complement format. The
LSB represents 60 µ°/s, or 0.216°/hr.

Incremental Angle Data

When the Type bits indicate Incremental Angle Data, the contents are in two’s
complement format. The LSB represents 6 µ°.

Integrated Angle Data

When the Type bits indicate Integrated Angle data, the contents can be interpreted based
on the table below.

Table 9: Message Contents (Type Bits = Integrated Angle Data)

Bit(s) Usage Values
25, 24, 23 360° modulo counter Increment when crossing from 359 to 0.
Decrement when crossing from 0 to 359.
Bit 25 is MSB; Power-up value is 0.
22 – 0 0 <= integrated angle < 360 LSB (bit 0) value is 42.91534 µ°.

4.1.3 Message Rates

The rate at which the Rate or Integrated Angle information actually updates depends on
the application. Standard rate is 1000 Hz.

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4.2 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Synchronous Operation
Use the wiring diagram below as a guide to connect the gyro to your application.

Figure 8: Wiring Diagram

(Synchronous Operation)

DC SUPPLY
+5 VDC
1 5 VDC
POWER COMMON
2 RETURN
CASE GROUND
3

7
BIT
8

10
SIGNAL COMMON
11 CUSTOMER
Tclk INTERFACE
12
Tdata
13
Tsync
14
Msync (Optional)
15

4.2.1 Wiring Guidelines

Be sure to follow the guidelines below to ensure optimum performance.
• The chassis ground, pin 3, as well as the housing, should be coupled to the system
ground with minimum impedance. The surface on which the gyro is mounted
should not inject AC noise onto the gyro housing as it will radiate into the gyro
electronics.
• Twisted-shielded-pair should be used to connect the gyro output to the user’s
interface. Cables should be as short as possible, not to exceed 12" (30 cm) in
length.

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 • KVH recommends that you terminate the Tclk, Tdata, and Tsync lines as shown in
Figure 9. The values shown in this figure are simply starting values; you will need
to adjust them based on your particular application.

Figure 9: Recommended Line Terminations

Tclk Tdata Tsync

100 Ω 100 Ω 100 Ω

100 pf 100 pf 100 pf

4.3 Preliminary Testing

Before connecting and mounting the gyro to your system, a simple familiarization test is
suggested if this is your first introduction to the product. This test will also verify proper
unit operation and assist in troubleshooting.

Equipment needed to test the gyro:

• +5 VDC power supply
• Interface cable with a female 15-pin single-row Dualobe connector,
wired to your test application as shown in Figure 8 on page 21

4.3.1 Test Procedure

Follow the steps below to test the gyro for proper operation.

1. Place the DSP-3000 module on a flat surface with the mounting surface down.

2. Connect the +5 VDC (±10%) power supply positive to pin 1; connect the negative
to pins 2 and 3.

3. Connect the gyro to your test application. Be sure you terminate the “transmit”
lines as noted at the top of this page.

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 4. With the gyro held stationary, the indicated mean (30-second average) input rate
should be less than 0.005°/s, excluding Earth rate. If no data is received, check the
wiring for proper data line connection. If a parity error occurs, check your
terminations.
To calculate the Earth rate for your geographical area, use the following
formula:
Earth rate = -15.04107 x sin(latitude)
Note: Northern latitudes are positive and southern latitudes are negative.

5. Grasp the gyro and slowly rotate it in the direction of the arrow on its serial
number label. The output data should indicate a positive change.

6. Slowly rotate the gyro in the opposite direction. The output data should indicate a
negative change.

7. After the initial 5-second startup, the BIT indicator (at gyro pin 8) should show
TTL Low (less than +0.6 VDC) at all times. If the BIT shows TTL High (greater
than +2.4 VDC), the gyro has malfunctioned.

BIT information is also provided as part of the data message (at Bit 31).

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 5 Analog Interface
5.1 Description (KVH Part No. 02-1222-03)
Connector pins 4 (rate +) and 5 (rate -), with ground pin 6, provide an analog interface to
the gyro. This interface provides a linear rate range of ±100°/second. Temperature
compensation tables are used to minimize bias drift and improve scale factor accuracy and
linearity versus temperature. The analog interface provides a true differential output at
±2 VDC (between pins 4 and 5), output to output. Alternately, a single-ended output of
±1 VDC can be used between pins 4 (rate +) and 6 (ground).

The polarity sense may be changed by reversing the wiring to the output pins. Normal
sense is clockwise “+” when looking at the gyro from above.

The asynchronous serial output is also provided with the analog option. As analog output
performance is optimized for this configuration, there may be some reduction in
performance from the digital gyro output. The asynchronous output data rate remains at
100 Hz with a maximum gyro input rate of ±375°/second.

5.1.1 Analog Output Voltage Generation

As the gyro rate signal is digitally generated, it must be converted to analog voltages in the
gyro using a 16-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) with a rate resolution of
(200 deg/sec)/216 or 0.00305 deg/sec/bit.

The DAC output is low-pass filtered at 170 Hz. The 3-dB bandwidth was selected at
170 Hz so as to maintain a 45° phase at 100 Hz to aid in servo loop closures.

5.1.2 Rate Scaling

The differential output of the gyro is scaled for ±2 VDC for ±100°/sec or 20 mV/deg/sec
into an impedance of 10 K ohms or greater. A lower load impedance could increase the
scale factor error slightly. Input rates of up to ±500°/sec will not harm the gyro other than
the expected error during the transient. Recovery occurs within 1 second.

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5.2 Wiring the Gyro for Analog Operation
Use the wiring diagram below as a guide to connect the gyro to your application.

Figure 10: Wiring Diagram

(Analog Operation)
DC SUPPLY
+5 VDC
1 5 VDC
POWER COMMON
2 RETURN
CASE GROUND
3
RATE + (POSITIVE)
4
RATE - (NEGATIVE) CUSTOMER
5 INTERFACE
GROUND REFERENCE
6

10

11

12

13

14

15

5.2.1 Wiring Guidelines

Wiring interfaces are critical in a gyro such as the DSP-3000, particularly for analog
signals. Be sure to follow the guidelines below to ensure optimum performance.
• The chassis ground, pin 3, as well as the housing, should be coupled to the system
ground with minimum impedance. The surface on which the gyro is mounted
should not inject AC noise onto the gyro housing as it will radiate into the gyro
electronics.
• Current not related to gyro output signal should never be conducted on the analog
ground.
• The differential output of the gyro should be connected to a differential input of an
ADC or through a differentially configured operational amplifier. The analog
ground should therefore be tied to the signal ground at those interfaces, thus
reducing common mode noise.

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 • Twisted-shielded-pair should be used to connect the gyro output to the user
interface. The shield may be connected to analog ground at the gyro and signal
ground in the user’s electronic interface.
• Due to the low-level analog voltages from the gyro, cables longer than 12" (30 cm)
to the user’s interface are not recommended without buffering.
• As the output drivers on pins 4 and 5 in the gyro are both active devices, neither
pin should ever be tied to ground.
• If the gyro differential output is tied into a system where another sensor utilizes a
2.5-volt reference that would be connected directly to one of the gyro outputs,
isolation is necessary.

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5.3 Preliminary Testing
Before connecting and mounting the gyro to your system, a simple familiarization test is
suggested if this is your first introduction to the product. This test will also verify proper
unit operation and assist in troubleshooting.

Equipment needed to test the gyro:

• +5 VDC power supply
• Voltmeter

5.3.1 Test Procedure

Follow the steps below to test the gyro for proper operation.

1. Place the DSP-3000 module on a flat surface with the mounting surface down.

2. Connect the +5 VDC (±10%) power supply positive to pin 1; connect the negative
to pin 2.

3. Connect the voltmeter across pins 4 (positive) and 5 (negative) of the gyro
interface connector.

4. Grasp the gyro and slowly rotate it in the direction of the arrow on its serial
number label. The voltage (shown on the voltmeter) should increase.

5. Slowly rotate the gyro in the opposite direction. The voltage (shown on the
voltmeter) should go negative.

6. Connect the voltmeter across pins 8 (positive) and 6 (negative) of the gyro
interface connector. After the initial 5-second startup, the voltage should show
TTL Low (less than +0.6 VDC) at all times. If the BIT shows TTL High (greater
than +2.4 VDC), the gyro has malfunctioned.

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 6 Mounting the Gyro
The DSP-3000 gyro is easily mounted to a structure using the four #8-32 tapped mounting
holes on the base of the enclosure (see Figure 11). The mounting surface should be flat,
less than 0.005" (0.127 mm) peak-to-peak, pad-to-pad. The material should be greater than
0.2" (5 mm) thick with the overall stiffness of the structure designed to be compatible with
the natural frequency specified for the gyro or as required for the specific installation.
Chassis ground must be mechanically connected to the gyro housing for shielding.

Figure 11: Gyro Mounting Holes (Bottom View)

Apply no greater than 8 in-lbs of torque when securing the gyro to the
mounting surface. Tightening mounting screws any greater may affect
the gyro’s performance.

Performance of the gyro as a sensor is determined by the design of the

mounting structure as well as the gyro’s mechanical components. The
mounting structure material should be fabricated from a material, such
as aluminum, that has a low thermal time constant. In addition, KVH
does not recommend mounting the gyro near equipment that generates
time-varying magnetic fields (i.e., stepper motors, servomotors, or
solenoids).

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7 Troubleshooting
This section is intended to provide a simple means of determining if a problem exists in
the KVH DSP-3000 gyro and assumes that the unit has passed the bench testing described
in previous sections.
The DSP-3000 is supplied as a sealed unit. Breaking the QA
seals voids the warranty and may violate the contract under
which the unit was supplied.
The warranty does not apply if the unit has been damaged by
misuse or as the result of service or modification other than by
KVH Industries.

Table 10: Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible Cause Action
No output No DC power Check power (measure power
at the gyro)

Bad cable Check cable and terminal

emulation setup (no control
signal)

BIT line level (pin 8) Internal fault Replace gyro

is TTL High

Erratic or low output Faulty ground Ground shield at gyro end only

Magnetic field near gyro Check for new wiring or

equipment

High noise Ground loop Check grounds and grounding

Technical Support

For technical support, please e-mail your question or a description of your problem to
[email protected].

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 Appendix A Patent Protection*
One or more of the following U.S. and international patents protect the technology in
KVH fiber optic gyros:

Patent Numbers
AU 728699 US 5,340,371
AU 750301 US 5,444,534
DE 0 254 462 US 5,481,358
DE 60002436 US 5,512,904
DE 69509587 US 5,552,887
DE 69722994 US 5,739,944
DE 69734809.1 US 5,768,462
FR 0 254 462 US 6,041,149
FR 0 687 892 US 6,134,356
FR 0802397 US 6,351,310 B1
FR 0838712 US 6,370,289 B1
FR 1151309 US 6,429,939
GB 0 254 462 US 6,441,779
GB 0 687 892 US 6,466,596
GB 0802397 US 6,535,657
GB 0838712 US 6,539,134
GB 1151309 US 6,542,651
GB 1261880 US 6,563,589
GB 2299668(B) US 6,594,020
JP 2076012 US 6,703,821
US 4,712,866 US 6,707,558
US 4,773,759 US 6,718,097
US 4,818,071 US 6,763,153
US 4,950,318 US 6,836,334
US 5,120,130 US 6,864,347
US 5,126,666 US 6,891,622
US 5,153,676 US 7,120,323

* Additional patents pending

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 KVH Industries Limited Warranty
DSP-3000
LIMITED WARRANTY ON HARDWARE

KVH Industries, Inc. warrants the KVH Fiber Optic Gyro purchased against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase by the original purchaser. If
you discover a defect, KVH will, at its option, repair, replace or refund the purchase price of the product at no
charge to you, provided you return it during the warranty period, transportation charges prepaid, to the factory
direct.

Please attach your name, address, telephone number, a description of the problem and a copy of the bill of sale or
sales receipt as proof of date of original retail purchase, to each product returned to warranty service.

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse or
misapplication or has been modified without the written permission of KVH; if any KVH serial number has been
removed or defaced; or if any factory-sealed part of the system has been opened without authorization.

THE EXPRESS WARRANTIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE THE ONLY WARRANTIES GIVEN BY KVH
WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT FURNISHED HEREUNDER; KVH MAKES NO OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY CUSTOM OR TRADE USAGE, AND
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PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SAID EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHALL NOT BE ENLARGED OR
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CONNECTION WITH ANY PRODUCT.

KVH’s liability in contract, tort or otherwise arising out of or in connection with any product shall not exceed the
price paid for the product. IN NO EVENT SHALL KVH BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, PUNITIVE,
INCIDENTAL, TORT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS OR GOODWILL
(INCLUDING ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE, DELAY IN DELIVERY OR
OTHERWISE) ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE PERFORMANCE OR USE OR
POSSESSION OF ANY PRODUCT, OR ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS RELATING TO THE
PRODUCT, EVEN IF KVH HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

If any implied warranty, including implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose,
cannot be excluded under applicable law, then such implied warranty shall be limited in duration to ONE (1)
YEAR from the date of the original retail purchase of this product by the original purchaser.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or liability for incidental or
consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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