The u-blox ANN-MB1 active GNSS antenna is a game - changer for high - precision GNSS applications. It supports multiple bands like L1/L5/E5a/B2a/NavIC, which are crucial for highly accurate location tracking. This antenna is designed to speed up your time - to - market. With its compact design, it doesn't take up much space, and it offers an excellent price - to - performance ratio, making it a cost - effective choice. You also get versatile mounting options for easy installation. It pairs perfectly with the u - blox F9 platform, including NEO - F9P - 15B, ZED - F9P - 15B, and ZED - F9T - 10B. The ANN - MB1 features a high - performance multi - band RHCP dual - resonance, dual - feed patch antenna element, a built - in high - gain LNA with SAW pre - filtering, and comes with a 5 - meter antenna cable with an SMA connector. Here are its key specs: Weight is 164g (including cable), size is 60 x 82 x 22.5mm, it has an SMA connector. Frequency bands are L1 (1559 - 1606 MHz) and L5/E5a/B2a/NavIC (1164 - 1188 MHz). VSWR is max 2, impedance is 50 Ω. Peak gain over a 12 cm diameter ground plane is 3.8 dBic for L1 and 1.3 dBic for L5/E5a/B2a/NavIC. Axial ratio is typically 3.3 dB (Zenith) for L1 and 3.4 dB (Zenith) for L5/E5a/B2a/NavIC. Efficiency is typically 55% for L1 and 40% for L5/E5a/B2a/NavIC, and polarization is RHCP. You can also access the datasheet for more details.
Using the u - blox ANN - MB1 antenna is quite straightforward. First, find a suitable location for mounting. Thanks to its versatile mounting options, you can place it in various spots. Connect the 5 - meter cable with the SMA connector to your device. Make sure it's properly plugged in to avoid signal issues. When using it, remember that it works best with the u - blox F9 platform devices like NEO - F9P - 15B, ZED - F9P - 15B, and ZED - F9T - 10B. As for maintenance, keep the antenna clean. You can gently wipe it with a soft, dry cloth to remove any dust. Avoid exposing it to extreme temperatures or harsh weather conditions for long periods as this may affect its performance. Also, check the cable regularly for any signs of damage. If you notice any cuts or frays, it's best to replace the cable to ensure a stable signal.
