KVH DSP-1500 Fiber Optic Gyro. Dual-Axis Version. Technical Manual DSP-1500

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1 KVH DSP-1500 Fiber Optic Gyro Dual-Axis Version Technical Manual DSP-1500

2 DSP-1500 Fiber Optic Gyro Technical Manual (Dual-Axis Version) This technical manual supports KVH Industries DSP-1500 dual-axis interferometric fiber optic gyro with digital asynchronous or analog output. Technical and performance specifications, interface data, testing and mounting guidelines, and a brief troubleshooting guide are included. This manual uses the following conventions to call attention to important information: IMPORTANT! Be sure to read these important notices carefully to ensure proper installation and operation of the fiber optic gyro. NOTE: Notes contain useful installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, or other mechanical information. TIP: Tips contain helpful information directing you to a related area within the manual or offers suggestions on getting the highest quality out of the product. Please direct questions, comments, or suggestions to: KVH Industries, Inc. 50 Enterprise Center Middletown, RI USA Tel: Fax: fogsupport@kvh.com Internet: If you have any comments regarding this manual, please them to manuals@kvh.com. Your input is greatly appreciated! KVH Part # Rev. A 2009, KVH Industries, Inc., All rights reserved. Protected by U.S. and foreign patents

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4 Table of Contents Product Specifications...1 Storage and Handling...4 Maintenance...4 Output Orientation...4 Sensor Cable...5 Interface Connector...6 Power Requirements...7 Digital Interface...8 Analog Interface...14 Mounting the Gyro...17 Troubleshooting...21 Technical Support...21 Appendix A Patent Protection...23 i

5 Product Specifications Product specifications are listed in Figure 1. Figure 1 Specifications Attribute Rating - Analog Rating - Digital Performance Maximum Input Rate ±204 /sec ±204 /sec Scale Factor, Nominal ±36 mv/ /sec (±1%) 1 (±0.2%) Scale Factor Non-linearity 0.2%, 1 0.1%, 1 Scale Factor vs. Temperature 0.5%, 1 0.2%, 1 Bias Offset ±360 /hr ±60 /hr Bias Stability (constant temp.)* 9 /hr, 1 5 /hr, 1 Bias vs. Temperature 180 /hr, 1 90 /hr, 1 Angle Random Walk* 12 /hr/ Hz 8 /hr/ Hz 0.2 / hr 0.14 / hr Initialization Time 5 seconds 5 seconds Full Performance Time 1 minute 1 minute Data Rate N/A Kbps, ±200 ppm Bandwidth (-3 db) 3800 Hz (±5%) 440 Hz (±5%) Axis Misalignment 10 mrads 10 mrads Sampling Rate/Output Rate 9000 Hz (±10%) 1000 Hz (±10%) Motion to Output Latency 0.25 msec 3 msec Electrical (see Power Requirements on page 7 for additional power requirements) Input Voltage Total Power +15 VDC (±5%), 50 ma -15 VDC (±5%), 50 ma +5 VDC (±5%), 350 ma typical 3.75 W typical, 4.25 W max. +8 to VDC -8 to VDC +5 VDC (±5%) 3.75 W typical, 4.25 W max. *NOTE: Bias Stability and Angle Random Walk determined by Allan Variance Method. 1

6 Figure 1 Specifications (Continued) Attribute Rating Physical Dimensions (optical sensor) Dimensions (PCB stack) Weight (optical sensor) ø1.50" x 0.80" h (38.1 mm x mm) ø2.85" x 0.55" h (72.39 mm x mm) 0.10 lb, max (45 g), each Weight (PCB stack) 0.10 lb, max (45 g) Environmental Operating Temperature Thermal Rate Storage Temperature Shock (functional) Shock (endurance) Vibration, Random (operational) Vibration, Random (endurance) Altitude (operational) Humidity (operational) MTBF (ground mobile) -40 F to +167 F (-40 C to +75 C) 1 C/min -58 F to +185 F (-50 C to +85 C) 25 g, 11 msec (sawtooth) 40 g, 11 msec (sawtooth) 6 g rms, Hz, 30 min/axis 12 g rms, Hz, 30 min/axis -1,000 to 50,000 ft ( m to 15,240 m) 95% at 95 F (35 C), 48 hrs > 20,000 hrs IMPORTANT! In all cases while operating, input rate must not exceed ±250 /second. If the input rate exceeds ±250 /second, physical damage will not occur but the output data will become unreliable, regardless of the validity BIT. IMPORTANT! The gyro s optical sensors and PCB stack are calibrated at the factory as a matched set. The labels on the optical sensors denote the channels and the serial numbers of their associated PCBs. To ensure proper performance, keep the gyro s components together - do not install mismatched components. 2

7 The gyro consists of two optical sensors connected to an external PCB stack (processor PCB mated to channel PCB). Figure 2 illustrates the dimensions and mounting holes of these components. All dimensions are shown in inches [millimeters] format. Figure 2 Interface Control Drawing (ICD) Optical Sensor (1 of 2), Bottom View Ø1.50 [Ø38.10] 4 x #4-40 Mounting Holes [5.41] Min. Deep [14.02] [14.02] PCB Stack, Top View Ø2.850 [Ø72.39] [27.99] [55.19] [34.54] Optical Sensor + PCB Stack, Side View 4 x Ø0.094 [Ø2.39] Through Holes Processor PCB Channel PCB [13.97] 1.38 [35.05] [20.32] Optical Sensor [25.4] 3

8 Storage and Handling The DSP-1500 gyro may be stored in a location with an environmental temperature between -58 F and 185 F (-50 C and 85 C). Ideally, the unit should be stored at a room temperature of approximately 70 F (21 C). The DSP-1500 gyro is a sensitive measuring device. Take normal safety precautions when handling the optical sensors or PCB stack to ensure the integrity of the device. During unpacking and installation, proper ESD handling procedures should be enforced. Maintenance The DSP-1500 gyro s optical sensors are supplied as sealed units; there are no field maintainable components. Opening the enclosures will void the warranty and may violate the contract under which the unit was supplied. Output Orientation Each of the DSP-1500 gyro s optical sensors detects rotation around an axis perpendicular to the plane of its base. Looking at an optical sensor from overhead, a counter-clockwise rotation will produce a positive output (see Figure 3). Figure 3 Output Orientation (Top View) Sensor Cable 4

9 Sensor Cable A 5.9" (150 mm) ribbon cable connects each optical sensor to the PCB stack s channel PCB at the connector locations shown in Figure 4. After installing the gyro, be sure to secure these cables to the mounting surface as close as possible to each connector (at the sensors and the PCB) to relieve strain and help protect them from vibration. Also be sure the ribbon cables are fully engaged with the connectors at the sensors and PCB. Figure 4 Sensor Cable Connections Optical Sensor (Channel 2) Channel PCB Sensor Cables Optical Sensor (Channel 1) 5

10 Interface Connector The gyro s channel PCB is equipped with a 15-pin interface connector of the following type: Molex part number Figure 5 shows the interface connector pins and the function of each pin. Figure 5 Interface Connector Pins on Channel PCB v Pin Type Function 1 Power +15 VDC Power Input 2 Power -15 VDC Power Input 3 Power ±15 VDC Power Ground 4 RS422 Receive (Rxd-) 5 RS422 Receive (Rxd+) 6 RS422 Transmit (Txd+) 7 RS422 Transmit (Txd-) 8 RS422 Signal Ground Pin 1 Pin 15 9 Power +5 VDC Power Input 10 Power +5 VDC Power Ground 11 Analog ±12.5 VDC Analog Output, Channel 2 12 Analog ±12.5 VDC Analog Output, Channel 1 13 Analog Ground Reference 14 Analog Ground Reference 15 - Do Not Connect NOTE: For a suitable mating connector, use a connector of the following type: Molex part number

11 Power Requirements IMPORTANT! Be sure to follow all of the guidelines provided in this section. The gyro can become inoperable and/or damaged if all of the power requirements described in this section are not met. As noted in Product Specifications on page 1, the DSP-1500 gyro requires three separate DC power supplies: +5 VDC +15 VDC (acceptable range: +8 and VDC) -15 VDC (acceptable range: -8 and VDC) The +5 VDC supply powers the gyro s digital circuitry; +15 VDC and -15 VDC power the analog circuitry. The return path for all three power supplies reference a common ground point within the gyro. To ensure proper operation and avoid potential damage to the gyro, make sure all three power supplies maintain a stable voltage that is clean of noise and held within the tolerances specified in Product Specifications on page 1. In addition, make sure the power supplies power on and off in the proper sequence, as described below. Power-on Requirements The +5 VDC supply must rise above +4 VDC before the +15 VDC and -15 VDC supplies rise above +5 VDC and below -5 VDC, respectively. All three supplies should transition smoothly and monotonically to their required voltage levels. All three supplies should reach their required voltage levels within 200 msec of each other. Power-off Requirements The +5 VDC supply must maintain its voltage level above +4 VDC until the +15 VDC and -15 VDC supplies fall below +2 VDC and above -2VDC, respectively. All three voltages should settle to within 100 mv of the common ground reference (and their individual returns) in less than 2 seconds. 7

12 Digital Interface Interface connector pins 4 through 8 provide a 1000 Hz asynchronous serial interface to the gyro. This interface has the following characteristics: Type: RS422 Baud Rate: 115,200 Parity: None Data Bits: 8 Stop Bits: 1 Flow Control: None Figure 6 defines the gyro s output format and burst rate. Figure 6 Gyro Output Format, Digital Output Burst Rate Format Characteristics 1000/second (approximate*) 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 (in a binary 1 state). Six characters in sequence constitute a basic message. *NOTE: The output burst rate might vary by ±5 percent between gyros. There is also variation over temperature of approximately ±0.2 percent. 8

13 Message Structure The output message contains 48 bits (6 bytes), excluding start and stop bits. The most significant byte is sent first. The least significant bit of each byte is sent first. Figure 7 and Figure 8 define the message bits. Figure 7 Message Bits Bit(s) Usage Values 47, 46 Synchronization See Synchronization on page Message Validity, Channel 2 axis 44 Message Validity, Channel 1 axis Rate Data, Channel 2 axis 21-0 Rate Data, Channel 1 axis 0 = Hardware BIT signal is low or contents are invalid. 1 = Hardware BIT OK, contents are valid. Contents are in two s complement format. LSB represents /s or /hr. Channel 2 (C2) axis: Bit 43 = MSB. Channel 1 (C1) axis: Bit 21 = MSB. Figure 8 Message Structure = Start Bit = Stop Bit Note: The least significant bit (LSB) is sent first. Byte 1 Byte C1 Valid C2 Valid Sync Byte Byte C2 Data C1 Data C2 Data C2 Data C2 Data Byte 5 Byte C1 Data 9

14 Synchronization Message bits 46 and 47 make up the synchronization field for each message. These bits conform to an eight-bit, continuously repeating pattern ( ), as shown in Figure 9. Figure 9 Pattern of Synchronization Bits 1st Message 2nd Message 3rd Message 4th Message 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 seventh and eighth 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 six-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 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. 10

15 Wiring the Gyro for Digital Operation Use the wiring diagram in Figure 10 as a guide to connect the gyro to your application. Figure 10 Wiring Diagram (Digital Operation) Pin Power Power Power RX- RX+ TX+ TX- Signal Ground Power Power Do not connect Do not connect Do not connect Do not connect Do not connect DC Supply +15 VDC* -15 VDC* 15V Return Customer Interface (RS422) +5 VDC 5V Return DC Supply * Acceptable ranges: +8 to VDC, -8 to VDC IMPORTANT! Be sure to follow all of the guidelines provided in Power Requirements on page 7. The gyro can become inoperable and/or damaged if all of the necessary power requirements are not met. 11

16 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 Gyro +8 to VDC power supply -8 to VDC power supply +5 VDC (±5%) power supply Interface cable with a Molex connector on one end and an RS422 connector on the other end Computer with an RS422 input and a customer-supplied test acquisition program TIP: Use a standard RS422-to-RS232 converter to connect the gyro to your computer s serial port. IMPORTANT! The gyro s components are static-sensitive. Take proper grounding precautions before handling (for example, use an ESD wrist strap). Test Procedure Follow the steps below to test the gyro for proper operation. 1. Place the DSP-1500 optical sensors on a flat surface with the mounting surfaces facing down. 2. Make sure the sensor cables are connected between the optical sensors and the channel PCB, and make sure the channel PCB is properly mated to the processor PCB. 3. Connect your computer (via a compatible RS422-to- RS232 converter) to the gyro s RS422 pins as shown in Figure 10 on page 11. IMPORTANT! Be sure to follow all of the guidelines provided in Power Requirements on page 7. The gyro can become inoperable and/or damaged if all of the necessary power requirements are not met Connect the +15 VDC (+8 to VDC), -15 VDC (-8 to VDC), and +5 VDC power supplies to the gyro as shown in Figure 10 on page 11.

17 5. Select the interface cable s serial port. Open the test data acquisition program and select the following program settings: 115,200 baud 8 data bits 1 stop bit No parity No flow control 6. With the optical sensors held stationary, the indicated mean (30-second average) input rate should be less than ±0.1 /s, excluding Earth rate. If no data is received, check the wiring for a proper data connection. TIP: To calculate the Earth rate for your geographic area, use the following formula: Earth rate = x sin (latitude). Northern latitudes are positive and southern latitudes are negative. 7. Grasp one of the two optical sensors and slowly rotate it counter-clockwise (see Figure 11). The output for that sensor s channel should indicate a positive change. Figure 11 Output Orientation (Top View) Sensor Cable 8. Slowly rotate the optical sensor in the opposite (clockwise) direction. The output data should indicate a negative change. 9. After the initial 5-second startup, the data message s Validity bit (bit 44 for channel 1, bit 45 for channel 2) should show binary 1 ( data valid ) at all times. If the Message Validity bit shows binary 0 ( fault ), the gyro has malfunctioned. 10. Repeat steps 7-9 to test the second optical sensor. 13

18 Analog Interface Connector pins 11 and 12, with ground pins 13 and 14, provide an analog interface to the gyro. This interface provides a linear rate range of ±204 /second per channel. Temperature compensation tables are used to minimize bias drift and improve scale factor accuracy and linearity versus temperature. The gyro provides a single-ended output of ±12.5 VDC on pin 11 (channel 2) and pin 12 (channel 1). Since the gyro rate signal is digitally generated, it must be converted to analog voltages within each optical sensor using a 16-bit digital-toanalog converter (DAC) with a rate resolution of (200 deg/sec)/2 16 or deg/sec/bit. The DAC output is low-pass filtered at 3.8 khz. The output of the gyro is scaled for a ±12.5 VDC range, using a 36 mv/deg/sec scale factor, into an impedence of 10 k or greater. A lower load impedence could increase the scale factor error slightly. Input rates of up to 250 /sec will not harm the gyro other than the expected error during the transient. Recovery occurs within 1 second. Wiring the Gyro for Analog Operation Use the wiring diagram in Figure 12 as a guide to connect the gyro to your interface. 14 Figure 12 Wiring Diagram (Analog Operation) Pin Power 1 Power 2 Power 3 Do not connect 4 Do not connect 5 Do not connect 6 Do not connect 7 Do not connect 8 Power 9 Power 10 ±12.5 VDC Signal, Channel 2 11 ±12.5 VDC Signal, Channel 1 12 Signal Ground 13 Signal Ground 14 Do not connect 15 DC Supply +15 VDC -15 VDC 15V Return DC Supply +5 VDC 5V Return Customer Interface

19 IMPORTANT! Be sure to isolate the signal grounds (pins 13 and 14) from the power grounds (pins 3 and 10). The low-level signals on pins 11 and 12, referenced to pins 13 and 14, can be affected by the power grounds return currents. 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 Gyro +15 VDC (±5%) power supply -15 VDC (±5%) power supply +5 VDC (±5%) power supply Voltmeter IMPORTANT! The gyro s components are static-sensitive. Take proper grounding precautions before handling (for example, use an ESD wrist strap). Test Procedure Follow the steps below to test the gyro for proper operation. 1. Place the DSP-1500 optical sensors on a flat surface with the mounting surfaces facing down. 2. Make sure the sensor cables are connected between the optical sensors and the channel PCB, and make sure the channel PCB is properly mated to the processor PCB. 3. Connect the voltmeter across pins 12 (positive) and 13 (negative) of the gyro s interface connector to measure channel 1 output. Connect the voltmeter across pins 11 (positive) and 14 (negative) to measure channel 2 output. IMPORTANT! Be sure to follow all of the guidelines provided in Power Requirements on page 7. The gyro can become inoperable and/or damaged if all of the necessary power requirements are not met. 15

20 4. Connect the +15 VDC, -15 VDC, and +5 VDC power supplies to the gyro as shown in Figure 12 on page Grasp one of the two optical sensors and slowly rotate it counter-clockwise (see Figure 13). The voltage for that sensor s channel (shown on the voltmeter) should increase. Figure 13 Output Orientation (Top View) Sensor Cable 6. Slowly rotate the optical sensor in the opposite (clockwise) direction. The voltage (shown on the voltmeter) should decrease and go negative. 7. Repeat steps 3-6 to test the second optical sensor. 16

21 Mounting the Gyro First, remove the optical sensors and PCB stack from their plastic shipping tray (secured by four #2-56 Phillips screws and eight #4-40 Phillips screws). IMPORTANT! The gyro s components are static-sensitive. Take proper grounding precautions before handling (for example, use an ESD wrist strap). Mount the base of each optical sensor to your mounting structure using four screws at the mounting hole locations shown in Figure 14. Be sure the screws engage the threads of the mounting holes to at least one screw body diameter (0.112" [2.85 mm] min., 0.213" [5.41 mm] max.). Tighten the screws to 7 in-lbs of torque. IMPORTANT! Be sure to mount the optical sensors in the proper orientation for your application perpendicular to the desired sensing axes. Figure 14 Optical Sensor Mounting Holes, Bottom View [14.02] [14.02] [9.88] [0.86] [0.86] [9.88] Ø1.50 [Ø38.10] 4 x #4-40 Mounting Holes [5.41] Min. Deep [9.88] [0.86] [0.86] [9.88] 17

22 Make sure the processor PCB is still securely mated to the channel PCB. Then mount the PCB stack to your mounting structure using four #2-56 screws through the hole locations shown in Figure 15. Use standoffs to ensure the PCB components do not come into contact with the mounting surface. Tighten the screws to 3 in-lbs of torque. Figure 15 PCB Stack Mounting Holes, Bottom View [27.99] [34.54] 4 x #2-56 Mounting Holes Figure 16 and Figure 17 illustrate one possible configuration. Figure 16 Gyro Mounting Example 4 x #2-56 Screws Counter-clockwise rotation = positive rate output 4 x #4-40 Screws Sensing Axis 4 x Male/Female Standoffs (sized for #2-56 screws) Sensing Axis Mounting Surface 18 4 x #4-40 Screws

23 Figure 17 Gyro Mounting Example - Suggested Mounting Hole Pattern 4 x Ø0.135 [3.43] Thru Holes [17.27] [9.88] [0.86] [0.86] [9.88] [17.27] [14.00] [9.88] [0.86] [0.86] [9.88] [14.00] 4 x Ø UNC-2B (4 x #2-56) The mounting surface should be flat, less than 0.005" (0.127 mm) peak-to-peak. 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. The chassis ground must be mechanically connected to mounting hole #1 on the channel PCB, as shown in Figure 18, for proper shielding. Figure 18 Ground Point on Channel PCB Mounting Hole #1, PCB Ground Point 19

24 Cable Strain Relief NOTE: 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, the gyro should not be mounted near equipment that generates time-varying magnetic fields (e.g., stepper motors, servo motors, or solenoids). Once you have mounted the gyro, make sure the ribbon cables are fully engaged with the connectors on the optical sensors and channel PCB. Then secure each cable to the mounting structure in two locations, as close as possible to each connector, to relieve strain and help protect it from vibration (see Figure 19). Figure 19 Optimal Strain Relief Locations on Sensor Cables Optical Sensor (Channel 2) Channel PCB Optical Sensor (Channel 1) 20

25 Troubleshooting This section is intended to provide a simple means of determining if a problem exists in the KVH DSP-1500 gyro and assumes that the unit has passed the bench testing described earlier. IMPORTANT! The DSP-1500 optical sensors are supplied as sealed units. Opening the enclosure 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. Figure 20 Basic Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action No output No DC power Check power (measure at the PCB). Erratic or low output Damaged or disconnected cable Faulty ground Magnetic field near gyro sensor Check the interface cable connecting the channel PCB to your system. Also check the ribbon cables* connecting the optical sensors to the channel PCB. Ground shield at gyro end only. Check for new wiring or equipment. High noise Ground loop Check grounds and grounding. *NOTE: Replacement ribbon cables are available from KVH. Order KVH part number Technical Support For technical support, please your question or a description of your problem to fogsupport@kvh.com. 21

26 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 US 5,552,887 AU US 5,739,944 DE US 5,768,462 DE US 6,041,149 EP T2 US 6,134,356 EP 1,314,002 FR US 6,351,310 B1 US 6,370,289 B1 FR US 6,429,939 GB US 6,441,779 GB US 6,466,596 US 4,773,759 US 6,542,651 US 5,120,130 US 6,563,589 US 5,126,666 US 6,594,020 US 5,153,676 US 6,718,097 US 5,340,371 US 6,763,153 US 5,444,534 US 6,836,334 US 5,481,358 US 7,120,323 *Additional patents pending 23

27 KVH Industries Limited Warranty DSP-1500 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 SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SAID EXPRESS WARRANTIES SHALL NOT BE ENLARGED OR OTHERWISE AFFECTED BY TECHNICAL OR OTHER ADVICE OR SERVICE PROVIDED BY KVH IN 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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