This document provides hardware design instructions for the Xsens Sirius robust trackers (S#X##A or S#X##B). The Xsens Sirius robust trackers are rugged (IP68) devices which can be connected to a host through RS232, RS422 or CAN(-FD) interface, or through USB using the USB connection cable (included in the Sirius series Development Kit).
The Xsens Sirius series Datasheet provides information on the usage and technical details of the Sirius series.
The Family Reference Manual supplements this document. It reports generic information on the Xsens generic products, such as output definitions, algorithm details and installation tips.
For testing and prototyping, Xsens provides the Sirius series Development Kits (DK). In addition to the RS232, RS422 and CAN(-FD), the Development Kit comes with a USB connection cable. Technical details of the Development Kit and its usage can be found in the Xsens Sirius series Development Kit User Manual.
The MT Low Level Communication Protocol Document provides a complete reference for the protocols used to communicate with Xsens Motion Trackers on a low-level basis. The MT Low Level Communication Protocol Document also describes the synchronization messages and settings in detail.