Bad Elf Flex™ Standard

Part Number

• Model BE-5500-GPS

Positioning Engine

• GPS: L1CA/L1P/L1C/L2P/L2C/L5
• GLONASS: G1/G2/G3, P code (P1/P2)
• BeiDou: B1i/B2i/B3i/B10C/B2A/B2B/ACEBOC
• Galileo: E1BC/E5a/E5b/E6BC/ALTBOC
• QZSS: L1CA/L2C/L5/L1C/LEX
• IRNSS: L5

Positioning Performance

• Horizontal accuracy- RTK: 8 mm + 1 ppm
• Horizontal accuracy- SBAS (WAAS): 0.3m
• Horizontal accuracy- Autonomous:1.2 m
• Horizontal accuracy- L-Band via Atlas: 4 cm
• Timing (1PPS) accuracy: 20 ns
• Cold start time: < 60 s typical (no almanac or RTC)
• Warm start time: < 30 s typical (almanac and RTC)
• Hot start time: < 10 s (almanac, RTC, and position)
• Maximum speed: 1,850 kph (999 kts)
• Maximum altitude: 18,288 m (60,000 ft)
• Differential options: SBAS, Autonomous, External RTCM v2.3, RTK v3, L-band (Atlas), and DGPS
• Correction I/O protocol: Hemisphere GNSS’ ROX, RTCM v2.3 (DGPS), RTCMv3 (RTK), CMR, CMR+, Atlas

Interfaces

• USB: USB 2.0 device via Mini-USB receptacle
  USB 2.0 host OTG via supplied adapter
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth V4.0 (HS) with integrated Class 1.5 PA
  Supports 3 simultaneous connections
• Wi-Fi: 802.11b/g/n

Compatibility

• Platforms: iOS, Android, Windows
• Mobile App: TheBad Elf Flex App requires iOS 9.0+ or Android 9+
• Connectivity: Bluetooth SPP, USB Serial

Operating Specifications

• Operating: –4°F to +131°F (–20°C to +55°C)
• Battery Powered: -14°F to +140°F (-10°C to +60°C)
• Externally Powered: -22°F to +140°F (-30°C to +60°C)
• Charging Temp: 41°F to +113°F (+5°C to +45°C)
• Storage Temp: –40°F to +167°F (–40°C to +75°C)

Battery Specifications

• Full RTK: 11 hours
• L-band Atlas: 7 hours

Mechanical Specifications

• User interface: Transflective LCD
  Membrane Buttons
  3 multicolor LEDs
  Audible tones
• Dimensions: 10.0” x 2.75” / 254mm x 70mm
• Weight: 29oz / 854g
• Helical Antenna Phase Center: 23cm above base of Flex unit without adapter installed
  Add 1.5cm with adapter installed

Environmental Specifications

• Humidity: 100% condensing
• Waterproof: IP65

Product Specifications

• USB Port: Mini-USB port for charging and ElfPort™ expansion
• Accelerometer: 3-axis
• Display: 400 x 240 pixel transflective LCD screen with backlight
• Firmware: Field upgradeable via app or USB

Package Contents

• BE-GPS-5500 Flex receiver
• 3ft (90cm) Mini-USB cable for charging
• 12-24V DC vehicle USB charger
• Wall adapter
• Accessory case
• Rugged waterproof case
• 5/8" x 11 to 1/4" x 20 adapter
• User's Manual (downloadable PDF here)