Hemisphere GNSS Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System (INS)
0.03° Heading Accuracy with Rugged IP68 Protection
Hemisphere GNSS Vector VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System combines multi-frequency GNSS and Honeywell IMU technology for superior performance. With 0.03° heading accuracy and 0.015° pitch/roll accuracy, it’s ideal for demanding applications like marine, UAV, and mobile mapping. VS-i8 supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, and Atlas L-Band corrections, housed in a rugged IP68 enclosure for reliability in harsh environments.
Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System Technical Specifications
GNSS Receiver Specifications | |||||
Receiver Type: | INS with Multi-Frequency GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC (IRNSS), and Atlas L-band | ||||
Signals Received: | GPS: L1CA/L1P/L1C/L2P/L2C/L5 GLONASS: G1/G2/G3, P1/P2 BeiDou: B1i/B2i/B3i/B1C/B2a/B2b/ AceBOC GALILEO: E1BC/E5a/E5b/E6BC/ AltBOC QZSS: L1CA/L2C/L5/L1C/L6 NavIC (IRNSS): L5 Atlas | ||||
Channels: | 1,100+ | ||||
GPS Sensitivity: | -142 dBm | ||||
SBAS Tracking: | 3-channel, parallel tracking | ||||
Atlas L-band Channels: | Dual-Channel | ||||
Atlas Satellite Selection: | Manual and Automatic | ||||
GNSS Outage Performance | |||||
Outage Duration | Mode | Position Accuracy (RMS) Horizontal/Vertical | Velocity Accuracy (RMS) Horizontal/Vertical | Heading | Pitch & Roll |
0 Seconds | SBAS | <0.30 m/<0.60 m | <0.015 m/s, <0.01 m/s | <0.03° | 0.015° |
0 Seconds | RTK | <0.01 m/<0.025 m | <0.015 m/s, <0.01 m/s | <0.03° | 0.015° |
10 Seconds | RTK | 0.10 m/0.10 m | <0.04 m/s, <0.01 m/s | 0.06° | 0.015° |
30 Seconds | RTK | 1.0 m/0.30m | <0.06 m/s, <0.02 m/s | 0.07° | 0.015° |
60 Seconds | RTK | 3.5m/0.70m | <0.15 m/s, <0.03 m/s | 0.08° | 0.015° |
Communications | |||||
Ports: | 2x Power / Data | ||||
Interface Levels: | 2x RS-422, 1x RS-232, 5V CMOS, USB, Ethernet, CAN ISO 11898-2 | ||||
Correction I/O Protocol: | NTRIP Client, Hemisphere GNSS proprietary ROX format, RTCM v2.3, RTCM v3.2, CMR2, CMR+2 | ||||
Output Rate: | GNSS 10 Hz Standard / Optional 20 Hz, INS up to 100 Hz Standard | ||||
Timing & Event I/O: | 2x Event In, Direct Quadrature Encoder Input, 2x PPS | ||||
Sensor Input, Optional:: | Odometer (DMI) | ||||
Environmental, Mechanical & Electrical | |||||
Supply Voltage: | 9-36 V DC | ||||
Power Consumption: | 7.5 W nominal | ||||
Dimensions: | 9.0 L x 6.0 W x 6.0 H (cm) 3.5 L x 2.4 W x 2.4 H (in) | ||||
Weight | <0.5 kg | ||||
Operating Temperature: | -40°C to +71°C | ||||
Antenna Voltage: | 5 V DC maximum |
Why Choose the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System?
Athena GNSS engine-providing best-in-class RTK performance
Extremely accurate dual-antenna heading • Atlas® L-band capable
Non-ITAR controlled
0.03° heading, 0.015° pitch and roll accuracy on a 2m baseline
Rugged IP68 enclosure
Onboard data logging
SDK, ROS drivers available
What Is the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System Used For?
Typical applications of the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System include:
Autonomous vehicle localization and sensor fusion
UAV, drone and eVTOL navigation and photogrammetry
Mobile mapping and land surveying, including GNSS-denied environments
Marine and hydrographic survey with motion compensation
Robotics and machine control requiring precise position, roll, pitch and heading
What’s in the Package?
Only VS-i8 Receiver is included with the package.
Antennas and RF cables must be ordered separately.
INS receiver cables must be ordered separately.
Antenna Options:
A42 Antenna (mFreq, mGNSS, L-Band).
A45 Antenna (mFreq, mGNSS, L-Band).
Co-Axial Antenna Cables Options:
30m Low-loss TNC-TNC Antenna Cable.
1m TNC-TNC Antenna Cable.
10m TNC-TNC Antenna Cable.
5m TNC-TNC Antenna Cable.
0.6m SMA(M)-TNC(F) Antenna Cable Adapter.
VS-i8 Cables Options:
Cable IO1, Power Data, Terminated .
Cable IO2, Power Data, Terminated.
Cable IO1, Power Data, Unterminated.
Cable IO2, Power Data, Unterminated.
Optional Firmware:
20 Hz activation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System?
Hemisphere GNSS Vector VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System combines multi-frequency GNSS and Honeywell IMU technology for superior performance. With 0.03° heading accuracy and 0.015° pitch/roll accuracy, it’s ideal for demanding applications like marine, UAV, and mobile mapping.
What is included with the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System?
The standard package includes: A42 Antenna (mFreq, mGNSS, L-Band); A45 Antenna (mFreq, mGNSS, L-Band). See above for optional extras where available.
Why use a GNSS-aided INS like the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System instead of GNSS alone?
A GNSS-aided INS fuses inertial measurements with satellite positioning, so the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System keeps delivering accurate position, roll, pitch and heading during GNSS outages — in tunnels, urban canyons or under jamming — where a standalone GNSS receiver would fail.
Where is the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System available?
The Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System is available through Leo Drive in the following region: Turkey. For other regions, please contact Leo Drive.
How can I get the datasheet and technical documents for the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System?
The datasheet, user manual and other technical documents for the Vector™ VS-i8 Inertial Navigation System are available on the manufacturer’s website. You can also contact Leo Drive for documentation and integration support.
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